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3.00 Credits
The course examines a variety of cultural mythologies such as Native American, Latin American, Nordic, Greek, and African to determine the meaning and signi?cance of these myths as they reveal human experiences. The use of myths, symbols, and images are analyzed within the context of the cultural history and as expressions of profound relationships that humankind bear with each other and their surroundings. Heritage Exploration 3 credits
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Within the context of the game of baseball, this course will examine significant historical/cultural aspects of American life. The history of the game itself sets the stage for analyzing class stratification of rich and poor; race and gender relations; the "level playing fields" of baseball as a business; the inspiring influence the game has had on literature and the arts and the psychology of the human drama of triumph and tragedy played out on and off the field. Heritage Exploration 3 credits
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This course analyzes the philosophical writings of American thinkers from colonial times to the twentieth century. Two fundamental questions will be addressed throughout the course: What are the philosophical theories that support the development of America? Is there a uniquely American philosophy that is independent of European thinkers? Heritage Exploration 3 credits
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1.00 - 3.00 Credits
This course offers an independent but directed collaborative course of study involving a specific research agenda in the discipline under departmental faculty supervision. Research projects typically require literature review, empirical analysis and a written report, poster or oral presentation of the completed research project. Prerequisite: Departmental Approval. Offered fall, spring or summer 1-3 credits.
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3.00 Credits
This course offers an investigation and analysis of the role and functions terrorism plays in contemporary society. This course examines the historical roots of terrorism and attempts to define the differences between terrorists and freedom fighters as well as between state sponsored acts of violence and those performed by non-state groups and individuals. Emphasis is placed on the causes of terrorism, the impact of terrorism on international politics and evaluating the strategies of dealing with acts of terrorism. The ethics and justification of terrorism are also critically appraised. 3 credits.
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No course description available.
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3.00 Credits
This course will provide a study of how race, class, and gender can influence an individual's psychological, social, and educational experiences. Students will explore how societal messages about race, class, and gender help to shape an individual's worldview and what they see as possible for themselves. Special attention will be given to schools, parents, and media as agents of race, class and gender socialization. We also will focus on how educational and life experiences/ opportunities are different for various race, class, and gender groups. Students will be prompted to think about societal and institutional changes that could provide equal opportunities for all human beings regardless of race, class, and gender. Prerequisite: PSY 101. 3 credits
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3.00 Credits
This course examines genius, creativity and discovery in the ?elds of science, art, and music from a psychological perspective. Readings from the empirical research literature as well as biographical and autobiographical materials will be studied. 3 credits
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3.00 Credits
This course examines media formats such as books, magazines, movies, video, music, video games, marketing and advertising through the lens pf psychological theory and research. Activities and assignments include critiques, debates reaction papers, field and analytic research. Prerequisite: PSY 101. 3 credits
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