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3.00 Credits
An in-depth examination of the physical, cultural, human and economic patterns of North America as they relate to specific geographic and political regions. The course includes related cartography projects. Satisfies the Social Science core requirement. Prerequisites & Notes Crosslisted with AMS 203. (Cr: 3)
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A comprehensive study of regional world geography. The focus will be on both physiographic characteristics of each region as well as their human culture traits such as population, economics, language, religion and urban space. Emphasis is placed on the interaction between the culture and environment of various regions. Satisfies the Social Science core requirement. Prerequisites & Notes Crosslisted with IST 325. (Cr: 3)
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3.00 Credits
This course provides an introduction to the various aspects of the human services field. Particular attention is given to the professional roles, issues, and strategies that are found in the helping profession. This course is intended to assist students in evaluating their interest, motivation, and capabilities for professional work in the human services field. Satisfies the Social Science core requirement. (Cr: 3)
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A study of the American family in the process of adaptation and change: mate selection, commitment and marital adjustment, conflict resolution, singlehood, alternative lifestyles, dual-career marriages, parenthood, divorce, and the family in various stages of development. Prerequisites & Notes Formerly HMS 315. Crosslisted with SOC 215. (Cr: 3)
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3.00 Credits
Students will examine attitudes and practices towards death from an individual, historical and cultural perspective. The social, legal, and ethical implications of dying and death will be explored. The class will also discuss survivors and understanding the experience of loss. Prerequisites & Notes Crosslisted with SOC 230. (Cr: 3)
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3.00 Credits
Examines current issues in the human services field and investigates selected subjects with an emphasis on the most recent research in the field. The specific theories, subject matter, and techniques focus on the human services system and how it can be improved. Students will also be required to examine alternatives to the current system and the practicality of their implementation. Course may be taken for credit more than once as long as course content is new. Prerequisites & Notes HMS 100 and junior year standing or permission of instructor. (Cr: 3)
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3.00 Credits
Examines the principles, guidelines, and concepts that direct social action and policy. The concept of advocacy and legislative action will be discussed. Policy issues to be addressed will include housing, health care, families, the elderly, and the poor. Satisfies the Social Science core requirement. Prerequisites & Notes HMS 100, PSY 100 or SOC 101. (Cr: 3)
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3.00 Credits
The theory and practice of crisis intervention will be the focus of this course. Topics will include suicide intervention, rape crisis counseling, battered women counseling, working with disabilities, and working with the critical incident management model. Prerequisites & Notes HMS 100 and PSY 100. (Cr: 3)
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3.00 Credits
The physical and psychosocial impact of addictions will be explored with an emphasis upon the involvement of professionals from different disciplines. Research studies on the prevalence, causes, and problems associated with addictive behaviors will be explored, as well as related policy questions. Prerequisites & Notes PSY 100, or permission of instructor. (Cr: 3)
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3.00 Credits
Students will study the history, philosophy, and religious foundations of philanthropy in the U. S; explore philanthropy as a vehicle of social change and reform; reflect on philanthropy as an expression of psychological and moral development; and gain first-hand experience of philanthropy by forming a model foundation that awards small grants to non-profit organizations in the community. (Cr: 3)
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