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3.00 Credits
This course studies internal developments in Europe as well as Europeans' changing role in international affairs after World War I. Subjects include the aftermath of World War I and the rise of fascism, World War II, the Cold War conflict between democratic capitalism and Soviet-style communism, social upheaval and anti-colonialism in the 1960s, the fall of the Soviet Union, the expansion of the European Union, and NATO after 1989. Students will encounter primary historical materials as well as scholarly accounts of the past. Lecture and discussion. Offered every spring semester. Fulfills general education history elective requirements.
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3.00 Credits
A survey of the genesis of and developments in blues music from the 19th century to the late 20th century. Musical innovation will be coupled with social and historical narratives for context, thereby highlighting the connections between social circumstance and musical expression. Blues music's roots in Western Africa and American Slavery will be exposed. The historical narrative will carry the story of the blues through the Jim Crowe era, and then cover diversification in blues music in the post-World War II era. As a result of taking this course, students should develop for themselves a new narrative of American history based on a specific set of cultural evidence: blues music. Being a creative process of interpretation based on critical analysis of evidence, this course introduces students to the historical method and challenges them to think independently. Offered every spring semester. Fulfills general education history elective requirements.
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3.00 Credits
This course addresses a special topic in history, using current historical theories to analyze the topic. Through comprehensive readings, students' ability to think critically about the topic and discipline will be developed. Students will analyze primary historical materials and also grapple with historiographical and methodological issues within the field. The course research paper(s) will be based in primary historical research. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing and completion of an introductory course in the discipline, or permission of the instructor and the Department Chair. Offered every spring semester and odd-numbered fall semesters.
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3.00 Credits
This course traces the history of women in America from the 18th century to the present. Themes examined include: the interaction of major transitions in United States history (slavery, industrialization, war, urbanization, economic depression, the women's movement, the civil rights movement) with the changing status and roles of women in America. Prerequisite: HIS 111,112 or 113, and junior standing, or permission of the instructor and the Department Chair. Offered in the fall semester in odd-numbered years. Fulfills general education history elective requirements.
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3.00 Credits
This course addresses special topics in history, using current theories in history to analyze that topic. Through comprehensive readings, students' ability to think critically about the topic and the discipline will be developed. A research paper (a minimum of 15-20 pages), and a seminar-style class presentation will be required. Prerequisite: Junior standing and completion of an introductory course in history, or permission of the instructor and the Department Chair. Offered on an as-needed basis to meet student demand.
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4.00 Credits
This introductory seminar exposes students to the discipline of nursing from its historical roots through current status and future trends. It introduces students considering a nursing career to the philosophy and concepts of baccalaureate education in nursing. The relationship between nursing and non-nursing courses is considered in the development of the professional nurse. Roles of the professional nurse are examined with regard to theory, research and practice as well as professional, social, legal and political issues. Prerequisite: This course is open to sophomore level students in the Health Sciences major only. Offered every fall semester.
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3.00 Credits
This course involves the development and intensive investigation of an individualized topic or project. With the assistance of a faculty sponsor, the student formulates objectives and determines appropriate methodology. All proposals are subject to the approval of the student's Department Chair and the Dean for Curriculum and Assessment. Prerequisite: Not open to first-year, first-semester students or to students on academic probation. This course may be repeated for credit. Offered on an as-needed basis according to student demand, generally every semester.
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4.00 Credits
For students in level two of the International Student FOCUS program, this course will focus on developing and improving speaking and listening skills in English for individual growth and group communication skills. Students will be actively involved in classroom instruction that emphasizes vocabulary, presentation skills, confidence building, and note-taking skills. Throughout the semester, students will participate in interviews, speeches and conversations with peers and staff. This course does not count toward graduation. Corequisite: FOCUS Level 2 placement or permission of FOCUS Coordinator. Offered every semester.
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4.00 Credits
Students in level two of the International Student FOCUS program will work on reading and writing skills in English in this course. Grammar will also be covered. The goal of the course is to teach paragraph writing with the final component being to develop a five-paragraph essay. Reading will be a strong component of writing, as it relates to academic courses that the students take at the College. This course does not count toward graduation. Corequisite: FOCUS Level 2 placement or permission of FOCUS Coordinator. Offered every semester.
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3.00 Credits
For students in level three of the International Student FOCUS Program, this course will focus on developing and improving speaking and listening skills in English for individual growth and group communication skills. Students will be actively involved in classroom instruction that emphasizes vocabulary, presentation skills, confidence building, and note-taking skills. Throughout the semester, students will participate in group interviews, speeches and conversations with peers and staff. This course does not count toward graduation. Corequisite: FOCUS level 3 placement or permission of the FOCUS Coordinator. Prerequisite: ISP 096 or permission of the FOCUS Coordinator. Offered every semester.
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