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PSYC 250 - Interpersonal Relations
3 Credit Hours
Focuses on the competencies of interpersonal communication, oral communication, and conflict resolution. It endeavors to aid the student in achieving personal growth in both understanding and behavior involving conflict.
Meets General Education Goal 3: Communication Skills.
This course is cross-listed with SOCI 250
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PSYC 280 - Social Psychology
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisites: PSYC 100 or SOCI 100
Examination of the various psychological and sociological factors, which operate to determine the behavior of individuals and groups.
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PSYC 290 - Basic Physiological Psychology
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisites: PSYC 100
Basic physiological psychology is a course that examines how behaviors, thoughts, perceptions, emotions, and typical human functioning are controlled by physiology, both during normal and abnormal physiological states.
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PSYC 310 - Chemical Addictions
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisites: COMP 201 or equivalent
The purpose of this course is to understand the dynamics of chemical addiction and the treatment of chemical dependency. Students will study licit and illicit chemicals of abuse by exploring origin, regulation, pharmacology, abuse vs. dependency, costs to society and health, and the effective treatment of chemical dependency. The student will become knowledgeable regarding chemicals of abuse and the medical and social models of treatment.
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PSYC 311 - Positive Psychology
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisites: COMP 201 and one of the following: ANTH 101 ; PSYC 100 or SOCI 100
This course will provide an exploration of the history, theory, and basic research methods of positive psychology. Positive psychology is the scientific study of the strengths and virtues that enable individuals and communities to thrive. This course complements the historical focus on psychopathology by emphasizing the need to understand and build human strengths. The three pillars of positive psychology - positive emotions, positive individual traits, and positive communities - will be explored.
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PSYC 312 - Positive Psychology
3 Credit Hours
This course provides an exploration of the history, theory, and basic research methods of positive psychology. Positive Psychology is the scientific study of the strengths and virtues that enable individuals and communities to thrive. This course complements the historical focus in psychology on healing damage and psychopathology by emphasizing the need to understand, appreciate, and build human strengths. The three pillars of positive psychology - positive emotions, positive individual traits, and positive communities - will be explored.
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PSYC 315 - Psychology of Religion
3 Credit Hours
The purpose of this class is to introduce students to the role religion plays in the lives of individuals and to the field of religion and psychology. It provides an examination of the major psychological perspectives on religion, faith, and religious experience. Objective and subjective approaches to the study of religion as related to prayer, meditation, social attitudes and behavior, mental health, mysticism, religious orientation, and personal development are presented.
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PSYC 321 - Child and Adolescent Development
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisites: PSYC 100
Emphasis is on a developmental approach to the study of childhood through adolescence. An overview of psychoanalytic, psychosocial learning, social learning, and cognitive developmental theories is covered. Attention is also given to the development within the family system.
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PSYC 325 - Industrial Psychology
3 Credit Hours
This course is designed to provide students with an introduction to the key topics in Industrial/Organizational Psychology. Students will be exposed to relevant theories, principles, methods, terminology, and “real world” applications.
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PSYC 335 - Child Psychology
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisites: PSYC 100
The emphasis of the course is on a developmental approach to the study of conception, infancy, and childhood. An overview of psychoanalytic, psychosocial learning, social learning, and cognitive developmental theories is covered. Attention is also given to the child within the family system.
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PSYC 343 - Psychology of Personality
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisites: PSYC 100 and PSYC 230
Theories of personality development and the varying degrees of emphasis placed upon such factors as environment, heredity, learning, etc.
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PSYC 350 - Adolescent Development
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisites: PSYC 100
Designed to survey the sequence and nature of adolescent development by studying principles related to the areas of emotional, intellectual, social, cognitive, moral, and physical development. Resources in the local community that can aid youth and their parents or adult persons working with them will be identified. The age span included is from the middle school age through the high school age student.
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PSYC 355 - Group Processes
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisites: PSYC 100
Examination of the principles of operations underlying group actions and interactions. Study of the major psychological theories affecting group process as well as the dynamics involved. Participation in human relations laboratory experiences expected.
Fall Even Numbered Years
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PSYC 360 - Adult Development
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisites: PSYC 100
Study of the psychological, religious and sociological aspects of major transition phases in adult development. Topics include selecting a mate; meshing of personalities in marriage; the first child; teen-parent interactions; marriages of children; the empty nest; retirement; adjustment to grandchildren; and the special conditions of serious illness, death, and divorce.
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PSYC 370 - Introduction to Counseling
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisites: PSYC 100
Designed to familiarize the student with the basic concepts and theories of effective guidance and counseling. Includes laboratory experiences.
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PSYC 380 - Toward Healthier Marriages
3 Credit Hours
A supervised learning experience for interested persons, including married couples, to better understand the nature and meaning of marital dynamics and to become skilled helpers in preventive and remedial marital care and nurture. Integrates a biblical theology of marriage and psychological theory in caring and interpersonal communication. Topics include a historical sketch of marriage and a biblical and psychological understanding of marriage.
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PSYC 391 - Advanced Physiological Psychology
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisites: PSYC 290
This course will delve further into the underlying biological mechanisms of complex behaviors. Neural structures and how they are regulated by genetic means will be discussed. Neural transmission of chemoelectric signals will be considered in their role of genetic and proteomic changes. Introduction to the way technology aids our understanding of the brain and behavior by understanding how that technology works. Finally, students will get hands-on experience with EEG equipment.
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PSYC 460 - Abnormal Psychology
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisites: PSYC 100 and PSYC 230
Study of abnormal behavior patterns as well as theories that seek to explain such behavior, with an emphasis on treatment as well as diagnosis.
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PSYC 490 - Senior Thesis Capstone Project
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisites: Psychology major; SOSC 450
A capstone course for Psychology/Human Service major. Emphasizes integration of curriculum content with experience and practice. Students will complete an intent to graduate form, present and defend the senior research project, explore graduate school admissions, and develop a personal profile.
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PSYC 491 - Research Experience
1 Credit Hours
Prerequisites: SOSC 450 or instructor approval.
Provides opportunities for advanced research experience under the direct supervision of a faculty member. The student serves as a primary researcher or may be part of an ongoing project. The student is responsible for the entire scope of an experiment (e.g. design, execution, data analysis, and interpretation) and preparing a manuscript for presentation.
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PSYC 492 - Research Practicum
1 Credit Hours
Prerequisites: SOSC 450 or instructor approval
Provides opportunities for advanced research experience under the direct supervision of a faculty member. The student serves as a primary researcher or may be part of an ongoing project. The student is responsible for the entire scope of an experiment (e.g. design, execution, data analysis, and interpretation) and the preparation of a presentation at a regional convention. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credit hours.
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PSYC 494 - Internship
0 - 3 variable Credit Hours
Prerequisites: SOSC 450
The intent of this course is to provide you with an opportunity to experience on-the-job activities of a professional nature in Psychology either as a volunteer, or on occasion, as an employee of a clinic, agency, school, or institution.
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PSYC 495 - Independent Study Research
1 - 6 variable Credit Hours
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REL 110 - Old Testament Survey
3 Credit Hours
This course provides an overview of the Old Testament literature with attention to literary features, major ideas and historical settings and development.
Meets General Education Goal 8b: World Religion and Christianity.
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REL 111 - New Testament Survey
3 Credit Hours
This course provides an overview of the New Testament literature with attention to literary features, major ideas and historical settings and developments.
Meets General Education Goal 8b: World Religion and Christianity.
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REL 125 - Survey of the Bible
3 Credit Hours
This course provides an overview of the biblical literature with attention to literary features, major ideas and historical settings and developments.
Meets General Education Goal 8b: World Religion and Christianity.
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REL 160 - Theology 1
3 Credit Hours
This course provides an introduction to Christian theology by focusing on the central doctrines of the historical faith. Topics mentioned include doctrines of revelation, Christ, salvation and church.
Meets General Education Goal 8a: World Religion and Christianity.
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REL 205 - Christian Resources for the Care of Creation
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisites: Successful completion of COMP 201 recommended.
This course engages the relationship between religious convictions and ecological commitments at several key points: a faith that takes our material world seriously; questions about God’s creative work in view of modern science; current theologies of land and place, faithful stewardship, and living responsibly within Creation; and religious resources for public and communal change. With an eye toward character formation, students will engage in spiritual exercises, read and reflect on important written works, take field trips, conduct interviews, and present at least some of their findings in class and through papers.
Meets General Education Goal 8a: World Religion and Christianity.
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REL 221 - Varieties of Religious Experience
3 Credit Hours
This course will examine the nature of religious experience, religious faith, religious beliefs and religious expression. Students will be exposed to the religious experiences of people across the centuries; will look at the values and commitments, the mind, and the will of human beings that make up what we call faith; will become aware of the beliefs of major world religions and Christian denominations, and the relationship between beliefs and experience; and finally, will examine the ways in which religion is expressed, i.e., rite, ritual, worship services, cultic behavior, sacraments, practices of piety, etc.
Meets General Education Goal 8a: World Religion and Christianity.
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REL 222 - Introduction to Christian Living
3 Credit Hours
This course helps students to move into a more intimate relationship with God. The course will cover such themes as the Kingdom of God, grace, forgiveness, meditation, fasting, prayer, simplicity, etc. Attention will be given to the individual, corporate and social dimensions of the deeper life.
Meets General Education Goal 8a: World Religion and Christianity.
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REL 230 - Psalms
3 Credit Hours
This course provides an overview of the book of Psalms and examines the various genres incorporated.
Meets General Education Goal 8b: World Religion and Christianity.
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REL 231 - Romans
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisites: COMP 202 with final grade of a ‘C’ or better
This course provides an overview of the book of Romans and examines the historical context and rhetorical argument.
Meets General Education Goal 8b: World Religion and Christianity.
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REL 232 - The Bible in Christian Spiritual Formation
3 Credit Hours
This course examines the role of the Bible in Spiritual formation and explores practical applications of interpretive principles.
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REL 250 - Christian History
3 Credit Hours
This course examines the history of the Christian Church from the 1st Century to the present. Students will learn about major movements and central figures in church history. In addition, this course may also examine Quaker history and beliefs.
Meets General Education Goal 8a: World Religion and Christianity.
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REL 251 - History of Christian Spiritual Formation
3 Credit Hours
This course examines the lives and works of the leading spiritual writers from the 1st Century to the present.
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REL 330 - Old Testament Studies
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisites: REL 110 or REL 125
This course examines basic segments or representative books of the Old Testament Scriptures or of significant subjects relevant for understanding them. Subject matter will vary.
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REL 340 - New Testament Studies
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisites: REL 111 or REL 125
This course examines basic segments or representative books of the New Testament Scriptures or of significant subjects relevant for understanding them. Subject matter may vary.
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REL 350 - Biblical Backgrounds
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisites: REL 110 , REL 111 , or REL 125
This course examines a comprehensive treatment of a topic or any auxiliary discipline related to understanding the Bible. Subject matter will vary.
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REL 401 - Advanced Studies
3 Credit Hours
The aim of this class is to examine an issue, event or person in greater detail than is possible in a survey course reading, discussion, and a final research project. This is a ‘culmination class’ for the CSF concentration. Course topic will vary.
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REL 460 - Theology 2
3 Credit Hours
This course provides a study of particular problems, personalities, movements and schools of thought significant for contemporary discussion in religion or related fields.
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CSFL 505 - The Role of Narrative in Formation & Gospel of Jesus
4 Credit Hours
This course will explore the role that truth plays in spiritual formation. The emphasis will be on how narratives are formed, how they form us, and how having true Christian narratives leads to transformation. Attention will also be given to divine friendship and the “gospel as narrative,” focusing on Jesus’ teaching about the Kingdom of God.
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CSFL 506 - Narrative & Gospel
4 Credit Hours
Prerequisites: Completion of the first residency through the Apprentice Experience.
This course will explore the role that truth plays in spiritual formation. The emphasis will be on how narratives are formed, how they form us, and how having true Christian narratives leads to transformation. Attention will also be given to divine friendship and the “gospel as narrative,” focusing on Jesus’ teaching about the Kingdom of God. This is a bridge course for students who previously attended the first residency through the Apprentice Experience.
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CSFL 511 - Spirituality in Leadership and Ministry
3 Credit Hours
This course focuses on the necessity of formation for those in leadership and ministry positions. It will examine the unique needs and challenges of those in leadership today, with particular attention given to the spiritual rhythms, emotional health, decision-making, and ongoing growth of Christ-formed leaders.
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CSFL 516 - Formational Theology
3 Credit Hours
This course provides an understanding of Christian theology that is integrated with lived spirituality and draws out the formational aspects of particular themes in systematic theology. Special attention is given to the nature and character of God, focusing on the role of the Trinity in Christian spiritual formation. Emphasis is also given to Pneumatology, Soteriology, Theological Anthropology, and Ecclesiology, as well as the role that culture plays in the formational process.
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CSFL 521 - The Practice of Disciplines & The Development of Virtue
4 Credit Hours
This course focuses on the role and practice of the soul-training practices that Christians have used for centuries to deepen their faith with God, shape their character, and form them as faithful witnesses in the world. Emphasis will be on the practice of various disciplines and the impact they have on our souls.
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CSFL 522 - Disciplines & Virtue
4 Credit Hours
Prerequisites: Completion of the second residency through the Apprentice Experience.
This course focuses on the role and practice of the soul-training practices that Christians have used for centuries to deepen their faith with God, shape their character, and form themselves as faithful witnesses in the world. Emphasis will be on the practice of various disciplines and the impact they have on our souls. This is a bridge course for students who previously attended the second residency through the Apprentice Experience.
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CSFL 526 - History and Traditions of Christian Spirituality
3 Credit Hours
This course explores spirituality through Christian history. Students are introduced to the various traditions of Christian spirituality (contemplative, holiness, charismatic, social justice, evangelical, incarnational) and their key figures, convictions, and socio-historical roots. Attention is given to appreciation, evaluation, and critique, as well as personal engagement with these different historical streams.
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CSFL 531 - The Bible in Christian Formation
3 Credit Hours
This course examines the essential role that Scripture plays in Christian spiritual formation. Students are taught the principles of biblical interpretation as well as an overall understanding of the Bible as a single unifying story. Focus is given to how God’s written Word both informs our view of God and the world, and transforms us from the inside-out into people capable of embodying its message.
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CSFL 532 - The Bible in Christian Spiritual Formation I
1 Credit Hours
This is the first of four courses that helps students develop the ongoing practice of engaging God through Scripture. It examines the essential role that Scripture plays in Christian spiritual formation as well as the importance of reading the Bible as a single unifying story. Students will study and experience historic Christian disciplines related to Scripture. Focus is given to how God’s written Word both informs our view of God and the world, and transforms us from the inside-out into people capable of embodying its message.
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CSFL 533 - The Bible in Christian Spiritual Formation II
1 Credit Hours
This is the second of four courses that helps students develop the ongoing practice of engaging God through Scripture. It examines the essential role that Scripture plays in Christian spiritual formation as well as the importance of reading the Bible as a single unifying story. Students will study and experience historic Christian disciplines related to Scripture. Focus is given to how God’s written Word both informs our view of God and the world, and transforms us from the inside-out into people capable of embodying its message.
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CSFL 534 - The Bible in Christian Spiritual Formation III
1 Credit Hours
This course examines the essential role that Scripture plays in Christian spiritual formation. Students are taught the principles of biblical interpretation as well as an overall understanding of the Bible as a single unifying story. Focus is given to how God’s written Word both informs our view of God and the world, and transforms us from the inside-out into people capable of embodying its message.
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CSFL 535 - The Bible in Christian Spiritual Formation IV
1 Credit Hours
This course examines the essential role that Scripture plays in Christian spiritual formation. Students are taught the principles of biblical interpretation as well as an overall understanding of the Bible as a single unifying story. Focus is given to how God’s written Word both informs our view of God and the world, and transforms us from the inside-out into people capable of embodying its message.
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CSFL 606 - Introduction to Spiritual Direction
3 Credit Hours
This is an introductory course that explores the ministry of Christian spiritual direction. Various traditional and contemporary ways of doing direction will be explored, and students will practice and implement the basic skills of direction. Emphasis is given to understanding the spiritual director as a guide to godliness, the dynamics of discerning the Spirit’s work in a person’s life, and the varying contexts in which direction takes place.
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CSFL 611 - Formation Through Struggle
4 Credit Hours
This course challenges cultural assumptions surrounding success and failure and explores how our setbacks and struggles can be vehicles for formation and growth. A framework is presented for how daily decisions and the trials of ordinary life factor into an overall model of spiritual maturity and contribute to character development. Attention is also given to the phenomenon known as the dark night of the soul and the practices that open us to the grace of healing and restoration, such as the circumstantial spiritual disciplines of lament and forgiveness.
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CSFL 612 - Formation & Struggle
4 Credit Hours
Prerequisites: Completion of the third residency through the Apprentice Experience.
This course challenges cultural assumptions surrounding success and failure, and explores how our setbacks and struggles can be vehicles for formation and growth. Attention is given to practices that open us to the grace of healing and restoration. This is a bridge course for students who previously attended the third residency through the Apprentice Experience.
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CSFL 616 - Leadership in the Missional Church
3 Credit Hours
This course explores the problems and possibilities facing the church in the post-Christendom world of North American, and the implications this has for its leaders. Attention is given to how the church can recover its missional identity and the role of leaders in forming and equipping congregations to be faithful witnesses of God’s Kingdom.
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CSFL 621 - Formation in Community for Mission
4 Credit Hours
This course explores the crucial relationship between community and mission in how God works in the world. What kind of people are we becoming, not merely as individuals, but as communities, and what impact can the body of Christ have on our neighborhoods and cities. Special emphasis is given to practices that generate togetherness and shape communities to serve God’s purposes in the world.
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CSFL 622 - Community & Mission
4 Credit Hours
Prerequisites: Completion of the fourth residency through the Apprentice Experience.
This course explores the crucial relationship between community and mission in how God works in the world. What kind of people are we becoming, not merely as individuals, but as communities, and what impact can the body of Christ have on our neighborhoods and cities. Special emphasis is given to practices that generate togetherness and shape communities to serve God’s purposes in the world. This is a bridge course for students who previously attended the fourth residency through the Apprentice Experience.
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RELM 150 - Introduction to Christian Spiritual Formation
3 Credit Hours
This course exposes the student to the foundation principles, key concepts, and basic practices in Christian Spiritual Formation.
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RELM 325 - Foundations of Youth Ministry
3 Credit Hours
This course focuses on the psychological and religious concepts relevant to ministries with youth.
Spring alternate years
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RELM 365 - Contemporary Youth Ministry
3 Credit Hours
This course examines various youth ministry models, approaches and programs, including programs of the local church, para-church organizations, campus ministries or international youth outreach efforts..
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RELM 370 - Living as Apprentices of Jesus
3 Credit Hours
This course will examine the three primary components of soul transformation: the changing of our narrative, engaging in spiritual exercises, and participation in community. Built on the ideas, concepts, and practices of the Apprentice Series, this class will focus on the way in which we are formed in Christlikeness.
Fall semester
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RELM 375 - Renovation of the Heart
3 Credit Hours
This course examines in the inner workings of transformation utilizing the six dimensions of the human person described by Dallas Willard.
Spring semester
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RELM 471 - Vocation and Career in God’s Kingdom
3 Credit Hours
This course will aid the student in seeing their vocation and career as a primary place in which to practice their apprenticeship to Jesus. It will examine calling and discernment, as well as how leaders and professionals live as disciples in their spheres of influence. This course will explore the ways in which the Kingdom of God can be integrated in every area of human existence, most certainly in the workplace.
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RELM 475 - Ministry Practices
2 Credit Hours
This course introduces the principles and disciplines of effective ministry in a range of practical environments like teaching and preaching, pastoral care and leadership, community formation, and good neighboring. Students will develop vital ministry skills under the guidance of trained practitioners and grow in their practical knowledge of, and appreciation for, key ministry areas.
Every fall with thematic rotations
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RELM 493 - Internship 1
1 - 3 variable Credit Hours
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RELM 494 - Internship 2
1 - 3 variable Credit Hours
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SOSC 210 - Foundations of American Character
3 Credit Hours
This course is an exploration of several of the main periods of American history, from the earliest European colonies to the present day, highlighting prominent ideas and disputes which have defined and which still today shape the ‘character’ of the United States. The exploration will primarily be conducted through writings produced by living eyewitness of the evolution of these ideas and disputes; thus, in this class students will read writings by influential-and sometimes forgotten-artists, authors, visionaries, politicians, and other religious, political and cultural leaders from throughout 400 years of American History.
Meets General Education Goal 4: Breadth of Knowledge (Social Science and History).
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SOSC 220 - Simplicity and Sustainability
3 Credit Hours
This course deals with the related notions of “simplicity” and “sustainability.” These terms will be considered in light of different philosophical, psychological, and environmental traditions, and those consideration will in turn point towards economic, sociological, and political evaluations of way we live, work, eat, and engage in our responsibilities as members of communities. Through reading and field experiences, students will be able to examine and will learn how to assess numerous different approaches to social organization, and discover ways to apply those forms to their own lives. As such, the outcomes of this course are both theoretical and practical. This course will satisfy the Social and Behavioral Science Perspectives requirement.
Meets General Education Goal 6: Personal and Social Responsibility.
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SOSC 265 - Cultural and World Geography
3 Credit Hours
This introductory course provides a general survey of the major concepts in cultural and regional geography. The course introduces the students to basic concepts in cultural geography relating to human population, historical, political, social, economic, linguistic and religious developments and how these elements relate to the world regions.
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SOSC 320 - Social Science Research Methods
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisites: COMP 202
This course is designed to foster critical thinking skills through the study of social science research methods and their application. Students will be introduced to the fundamental techniques, principles, and methods utilized in the design and execution of social research. Research design, sampling, data collection strategies, constructing hypotheses, evaluation of the validity and reliability of information, methods of analysis, and presentation of findings are all covered. This course will utilize a variety of learning strategies, including but not limited to assigned readings, case studies, lectures, research and writing, group discussions, and group activities.
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SOSC 330 - Social Change and Leadership Development
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisites: COMP 202
This course introduces students to the social change model in the context of leadership development. The critical values of the model “The Seven C’s” (consciousness of self, congruence, commitment, collaboration, common purpose, controversy with civility, and citizenship) and their application in the context of change efforts are covered. Students will work collaboratively and individually to explore the challenges of transformational change from the individual, group and community / societal perspectives. Students are exposed to the complex nature of social change through analysis of selected social movements using the social change model. Throughout this course, each stage of the Kolb experiential learning cycle is utilized to promote student learning and achievement of course outcomes.
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SOSC 385 - Needs Assessment, Program Development and Evaluation
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisites: COMP 202 and SOSC 450
This course provides students with a practical approach to needs assessment, program development, and evaluation. Students are introduced to needs assessment, program development, and evaluation not only as a means for addressing performance related questions, but also as a mechanism for exposing the underlying logic of existing programs and program activities. This is an invaluable tool for identifying appropriate intervention activities and measuring the effectiveness of these once implemented. A major focus throughout this course is a strategy of continuous program improvement rather than just a summative approach to program effectiveness. The approaches highlighted in this course are based on social science research methodologies, professional standards and best practice.
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SOSC 410 - Social Problems in a Globalized World
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisites: COMP 202 and ANTH 101
This course provides students an in-depth overview of global social problems using a multi-disciplinary approach and social science perspectives. A theme throughout this course is the interconnectedness of the world and its people as it relates to the change process and its consequences. Students will examine social problems on a global scale and relate connections of these problems to their day-to-day lives and local communities. Contemporary issues related to social inequalities, war and violence, and environmental sustainability are considered. Students will demonstrate critical thinking, analytical, research and comparative skills as they evaluate these problems using a variety of social science perspectives. Students will also evaluate their personal values and leadership capabilities in a global context. This course will utilize a variety of learning strategies, including but not limited to assigned readings, videos, case studies, lectures, research and writing, group discussions, and group activities.
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SOSC 415 - Human Rights and Culture
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisites: COMP 202 and ANTH 101
This course provides an overview of how human rights are established, maintained, and changed. Students examine the basic elements of human rights and their application to a variety of situations in contemporary societies. Interconnections between inequalities of power, human rights violations, and culture are covered. Students will consider the paradox between global standards and the preservation of local traditions and ways of life in the larger context of culture change. Specific examples in which human rights campaigns that have encountered resistance attributed specifically to the preservation of indigenous cultures are discussed. Students will investigate the debate over the universality of human rights and consider the complexities involved in applying global standards and the related change implications to local cultural values, traditions, and practices. This course will utilize a variety of learning strategies, including but not limited to assigned readings, videos, case studies, lectures, research and writing, group discussions, and group activities.
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SOSC 430 - Data Analysis for Social and Behavioral Sciences
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisites: Social and Behavioral Science division students only or with consent of the instructor.
This class addresses research design, measurement and application in the behavioral sciences. The course introduces the statistical tools used in social and behavioral sciences. Special emphasis will be given on the use of software in analyzing large data sets.
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SOSC 450 - Methods of Social Science Research
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisites: COMP 202 ; Senior status recommended
Introduction to the use of the scientific method in social science research. Consideration given to formulation of problems, techniques of gathering data, presentation and interpretation of research.
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SOSC 490 - Capstone Change Project
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisites: SOSC 450 and SOSC 385 and IDST 401
This course is designed to provide students an opportunity to synthesize their critical thinking skills by utilizing social science research methodologies and applying organization development and leadership best practices in the development of a change intervention with an evaluation plan. Students will identify a meaningful challenge or problem they are facing in their organization or community that they would like to solve or make measurable progress towards solving. Students will apply theoretical constructs to concrete applications in their intervention design. Students will be expected to demonstrate research capabilities through preparation of a literature review as part of the intervention design process. Learning outcomes are assessed through the developed intervention, evaluation plan, and presentation of their project. It is highly suggested that students complete this course in their final semester.
This course will utilize a variety of learning strategies, including but not limited to assigned readings, case studies, lectures, research and writing, group discussions, and instructor coaching.
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SOSC 498 - Studies Abroad Workshop
1 - 3 variable Credit Hours
Prerequisites: Current passport with expiration date no less than 6 months beyond travel dates required for international travel. F-1 international students will also be required to provide Visa with expiration date no less than 6 months beyond travel dates.
In this course, the student studies the UK, submitting written assignments addressing world culture outcomes; plans and implements 10 days in the UK and writes a reflective journal on personal growth from international travel.
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SOCI 100 - Principles of Sociology
3 Credit Hours
Sociology is the scientific study of how human beings interact in groups. The course explores relationships between the individual, social institutions, and the larger social structure. The course analyzes general patterns of interactions found across diverse experiences and cultures. Both the ways in which individual lives are shaped by social systems and social institutions as well as the ways that individuals in turn can influence the larger social structure are considered.
Meets General Education Goal 4: Breadth of Knowledge (Social Science and History).
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SOCI 160 - Social Problems
3 Credit Hours
Analysis of the major social problems of contemporary man, using the principles and the perspective of sociology. Consideration given to the problems of deviance, poverty, family disorganization, racial tension, human conflict and other social problems.
Meets General Education Goal 4: Breadth of Knowledge (Social Science and History).
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SOCI 215 - Urban Issues, Urban Solutions
3 Credit Hours
The purpose of this course is to learn to observe and analyze a city to better understand the mission and role of social service and governmental agencies as well as non-profit and religious organizations, and also to learn the perspective of persons and groups who lack wealth, status and power within the society and who experience inequality, discrimination and other injustices.
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SOCI 220 - Urban Sociology
3 Credit Hours
Growth and structure of urban communities and social and political organization of cities considered as a background for understanding problems and prospects of urbanism as a way of life.
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SOCI 245 - Racial and Ethnic Relations
3 Credit Hours
This course explores the background and cultural patterns of various racial, ethnic and other subcultures with the purpose of improving ability to deal with the diversity found in American society.
Meets General Education Goal 5: Culture and Diversity.
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SOCI 250 - Interpersonal Relations
3 Credit Hours
Meets General Education Goal 3: Communication Skills.
This course is cross-listed with PSYC 250
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SOCI 260 - Cultural Anthropology
3 Credit Hours
Examines the variability of culture among the peoples of the world, cultural adaptation and cultural change. Includes study of diversity within social institutions, cultural relativism and ethnocentrism.
Meets General Education Goal 5: Culture and Diversity.
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SOCI 265 - Self and Social Interaction
3 Credit Hours
Students will gain an understanding of human social conduct - examining development of self and how the individual functions and changes within social structures over time. Areas of emphasis include development of self and identity, relationship between attitudes and behaviors, social roles, processes and contexts of socialization, social movement and collective behavior, social problems and interventions.
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SOCI 322 - U.S. Women’s History/Literature (Multicultural)
3 Credit Hours
An inquiry into the experiences of U.S. Women from the mid-19th century to the end of the 20th century. Women and work, reform movements, wars, the West, suffrage, education, health care, professions and racism are topics of study using autobiographies, novels, films and monographs by leading American women such as Rebecca Harding Davis, Frances Harper, Willa Cather, Katherine Porter, Tillie Olson, Zora Neale Hurston, Kate Chopin, Charlotte Gilman, Paule Marshall, Gertrude Stein, Toni Morrison, Amy Tan and Leslie Silko.
Meets General Education Goal 5: Culture and Diversity.
This course is cross-listed with HIST 322 & ENGL 322
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SOCI 332 - Marriage, Family, and Diversity
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisites: COMP 201
This course will explore marriages and families as social constructs as well as the way marriages and families are defined in a vast and changing society. The course will help the student to explore relational and functional dimensions of the marriage and of the family. This course will also explore cultural, structural, and financial variations of diverse families including but not limited to African American families, Hispanic families, divorced and/or single parent families, blended families, and the aging family.
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SOCI 335 - Social Inequality
3 Credit Hours
This course examines the differences across social groups in access to power and economic resources, with particular focus on class and gender inequality. The course studies the fundamental sources of inequality as well as the consequences that arise from life in different parts of the inequality structure. Students will be expected to take a critical look at how inequality issues affect their lives, their families, and the community around them.
Meets General Education Goal 5: Culture and Diversity.
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SOCI 440 - Contemporary Social Theory
3 Credit Hours
The nature and growth of sociological theory with emphasis on contemporary American sociological theory and its applications. Includes an examination of major currents in European and American thought making significant contributions to sociological theory.
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SOCI 480 - Selected Topics in Sociology
3 Credit Hours
Various topics in sociology reflecting the interest and expertise of the faculty and representing areas not covered in other courses. May be repeated with change of content. (Examples: Contemporary Lifestyles, Alcoholism and Alcohol Problems, Human Sexuality, Social Movements)
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SOCI 494 - Internship
3 Credit Hours
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SPAL 351 - Latin America Today
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisites: SPAN 303
This course provides an overview of the social, political, economic and cultural issues impacting Latin America in the present including an exploration of Latin American identities. Most often, the course focuses on one Latin American nation and is required for students who plan to study aboard in that country.
Meets General Education Goal 5: Culture and Diversity.
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SPAL 352 - Spain Today
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisites: SPAN 303
This course explores post-dictatorial Spain in is transition to democracy and provides an overview of social, political, economic and cultural issues impacting Spain in the present including a discussion of the important differences between regional identities. This course is required for students who plan to study abroad in Spain.
Meets General Education Goal 5: Culture and Diversity.
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SPAL 353 - Mayan Culture
3 Credit Hours
Study of dynamic and complex aspects of the pre-Columbian and contemporary Mayan Culture. The focus will be on Cultural topics (history, politics, literature, art, architecture, geography and music) as well as cultural aspects (i.e. mores and behaviors).
Meets General Education Goal 5: Culture and Diversity.
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SPAL 354 - Mexican American Culture
3 Credit Hours
A survey course in the history and culture of Mexican American beginning with the influence of indigenous cultures of Mexico, the Spanish conquest, subsequent colonialism, the struggle to establish a democracy, and the Mexican revolution in encouraging the diaspora to the United States. The status of Mexican Americans today will be focused on class and race issues as well as cultural matters (music, literature, art, cuisine) concerning creativity and mores of Mexican Americans. This course, which meets the General Education requirement for World Culture, is an option for Spanish majors in the Culture category and for Hispanic students who wish to become more acquainted with their history and culture.
Meets General Education Goal 5: Culture and Diversity.
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SPAL 420 - Peninsular Literature I
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisites: SPAN 310
This course focuses on the literature of Spain from the medieval period through the Baroque.
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SPAL 421 - Peninsular Literature II
3 Credit Hours
Prerequisites: SPAN 310
This course focuses on the literature of Spain from Neo-Classical period through the contemporary.
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