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4.00 Credits
4 credits This course focuses on issues of peace and conflict at the local level. Based upon principles of social and economic justice, the course is designed to integrate theory with practice. The focus is on social justice issues at the local level. Topics vary in order to focus on important contemporary local issues. Local politicians and activists are invited to speak about their work and activism. Guests cover a wide variety of issues and perspective typically ranging from the mayor and the police chief, to activists involved in various social justice issues including anti-war activism, to anarchists.
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4.00 Credits
4 credits Political Ideologies are comprehensive systems of political beliefs. More than particular opinions or suggestions for political programs, they contain interpretations of human nature, individual rights, and social life. They are oriented towards political action, containing particular programs for the structure of the state and authority, economic systems, and methods for solving political problems. This course focuses on the major ideologies of the modern era. These include liberalism, conservatism, fascism, Marxism, democratic socialism, anarchism, neo-liberalism, civil rights, feminism, and environmentalism. It examines the basic tenets of each ideology; the historical circumstances giving rise to their development and implementation, and their relevance to current political and social discourse.
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4.00 Credits
4 credits This course introduces students to basic concepts of the legal system by focusing on the civil rights and liberties of American citizens. Among the legal principles covered are how the court system is organized, the differences between civil and criminal law, and how court cases are appealed. Fundamental civil rights and liberties covered include the issues of free speech, unreasonable search and seizure, the right to counsel, the impact of the Patriot Act on these rights, the right to privacy including a woman's right to control her own body, freedom of religion, the separation of church and state, and the equal protection of the laws dealing with discrimination in America.
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2.00 - 12.00 Credits
2-12 credits Internships in this discipline allow students to learn about and work on political campaigns, assist federal/state/local legislators and work with grass roots organizations. Working with governmental and political professionals gives students the opportunity to explore potential career options, enhance academic and career resumes, develop workplace skills and earn academic credit. No political or governmental experience is required but a commitment to the placement for at least the term is expected.
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2.00 - 12.00 Credits
2-12 credits This course is designed for students who anticipate pursuing a legal career, particularly those seeking to become an attorney. While internships vary from term to term, depending upon availability of offices, students have an opportunity to learn and work with lawyers, legal assistants and other legal professionals in areas of legal administration, research, working with clients and working with the courts. Students will be able to develop workplace skills, explore career options, enhance resumes and earn academic credit. Previous legal experience or coursework is not required, but once placed, students are expected to fulfill their commitment to the end of the term.
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4.00 Credits
4 credits This course focuses on current environmental problems, alternative frameworks for understanding these problems, and appropriate political responses. Among the problems covered are overpopulation, economic globalization, ozone depletion, the greenhouse effect, bio-colonization, and the depletion of renewable and non-renewable resources. Alternative frameworks considered include the philosophical visions of Deep Ecology and Gaia. These frameworks are used to investigate possible ways to create sustainable economic, political and social systems. Finally, the course focuses on grass roots politics, including groups and social movements actively seeking to promote environmental and social justice.
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1.00 - 6.00 Credits
1-6 credits Prerequisite: Instructor approval required. Co-requisite: Only available to students who have sustained an injury, or other circumstances, and have been referred by a Workers Compensation, State Vocational Rehabilitation, or a Veterans Administration counselor. This lab course follows a set curriculum in introductory workforce skills under the guidance of a cooperating employer in the students' chosen field. Related classroom instruction is also offered in support of the lab experience. Students will acquire the skills needed to be employable. Can be taken more than one term.
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3.00 Credits
3 credits A basic introduction to psychology that encourages an appreciation and understanding of the scientific approach to the study of human behavior. The approach integrates several perspectives on human thought and behavior. Learning through video, textbook, and workbook course materials. Also available through Distance Learning Fall, Winter, Spring terms.
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3.00 Credits
3 credits Scientific principles related to psychology and psychological research including an introduction to statistical methodology, the human organism considering both developmental and structural aspects, neurobiology and neurochemistry, and anatomy of the brain, the senses and perceptual processes and how they are influenced by the internal and external environment, and states of consciousness. Basic principles and theories of behavior. Sophomore standing recommended. Also recommend that the PSY 201-202-203 courses be taken in sequence. May be offered through Distance Learning.
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3.00 Credits
3 credits The study of behavior as it is influenced by learning, remembering, forgetting, higher brain functions, motivation and emotions. Previous PSY 201 recommended. May be offered through Distance Learning.
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