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  • 3.00 - 4.00 Credits

    3-4 hours An exploration of the problems faced by physical, cultural, economic, and behavioral minority groups in American society; the causes and consequences of prejudice, stereotypes, and discrimination; the nature of minority-majority group interaction; current crises and possible solutions; and some comparison with similar situations in other countries. Prerequisite: Course not open to first semester freshmen. Second semester freshmen by instructor consent. (Fall, Spring)
  • 3.00 - 4.00 Credits

    3-4 hours This course explores the institution of marriage and family in American society from a sociological perspective. Topics covered include socialization, dating, courtship, marriage, parenting, dysfunctions, divorce and remarriage. Family dynamics and major social changes affecting the family are discussed. The course allows the individual to explore her/his own marriage and family attitudes and experiences. (Interterm, Spring)
  • 3.00 Credits

    3 hours (Language Intensive) An introduction to the historical development of technology as part of society and culture, exploring the ways which society and culture constrain and stimulate technologies, and the ways in which technology then shapes society and culture. Does not require previous specialized technical knowledge. This course is designed for both majors and non-majors. Prerequisite: G-EN 111 or consent of the instructor.(Fall.)
  • 3.00 Credits

    3 hours An introduction to the various aspects of theatre, this course is designed for both the major and non-major. Students discover the art of collaboration as the element binding all productions together. Major sections covered include dramatic structure, theatrical style, genre, theatre practitioners, and the audience. Students will be attending area productions to observe the various levels of presentation, i.e. educational, professional, community, etc. (Fall and Interterm odd years)
  • 3.00 Credits

    3 hours This course is designed to give students analytical tools to study the theatrical medium of cinema. Students will study narrative styles, genres, history, theory, and film analysis. Students will also learn to analysis the philosophy behind the film and how it applies to modern culture. (Interterm even years)
  • 3.00 Credits

    3 hours Study of beginning acting techniques: improvisation, games, and sense memory with examination of action and objective exercises, outline of Stanislavsky system, and introduction of voice and movement skills. (Spring)
  • 3.00 Credits

    3 hours The study of a wide variety of "crafts/skills" used when preparing a script for production,focusing on the aspects particularly related to the set. The student work will focus on basic set construction practices and scene painting techniques. Other areas covered include the hanging and focusing of lighting instruments, and the creation of stage properties. The student will work on productions to be staged by the department during the semester. (Fall)
  • 3.00 Credits

    3 hours The course will explore the structure of dramatic works. Emphasis will be placed on the process of interpreting a script and translating it into a performance. Students will strengthen skills in reading, listening, writing, script and other character interpretation as they develop an appreciation of dramatic literature and the playwright's art and craft. (Fall, even years)
  • 3.00 Credits

    3 hours (Language Intensive) A comprehensive survey of the history of influence of different cultures, traditions, and technologies on the development of theatre as art and as a social institution. Involves the reading of plays of world theatre from its beginning to the seventeenth century. (Spring, odd years)
  • 3.00 Credits

    3 hours (Language Intensive) A comprehensive survey of the history of influence of different cultures, traditions, and technologies on the development of theatre as art and as a social institution. Involves the reading of plays of world theatre from the seventeenth century to the present day. (Fall, odd years)
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