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GOV 231 - Model United Nations
1-0-1
Simulation that provides the basic structural tenets and procedural framework of the United Nations and a working knowledge of the national interests of a member state. Students attend a regional MUN as simulated diplomats, responsible for discovering the most desirable solution to an international problem for their state. May be repeated for a total of three credit hours applied to the government major and the comparative-politics/ international-relations track of the international-studies major. Fee $75.
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GOV 250 - Special Topics
1 - 3 credit hours
Examination of topics in an area of special interest. May be repeated for a total of three credit hours applied to the political science major and minor and the international studies major and minor.
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GOV 310 - Contemporary Global Security
3-0-3
Examination of international security theory and policy in historical and contemporary contexts, with an emphasis on emerging global challenges. Considers changing actors, techologies, and methods of conflict and peacemaking, and their implications for national and global politics. Likely topics inclue nuclear proliferation and strategy, cybersecurity, terrorism, and new weapons and strategies of war.
PR: GOV 207 , GOV 211 , GOV 217 , or CI
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GOV 311 - Global Governance
3-0-3
Examines major theoretical and policy debates over global governance and international law. Considers the role of international law, regimes and norms, and international organizations (IGOs and NGOs) in managing today’s most pressing global challenges, including matters of war and peace, trade and economic development, human rights, and the environment.
PR: GOV 207 or GOV 211 or GOV 217 or CI
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GOV 318 - Ancient Political Philosophy
3-0-3
A close reading of some of the leading texts of classical political philosophy and Christian thought, including such writers as Aristophanes, Plato, Aristotle, St. Augustine and St. Thomas Aquinas.
PR: GOV 207 or GOV 211 or GOV 217 or CI.
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GOV 319 - Modern Political Philosophy
3-0-3
A close reading of some of the leading texts of modern political philosophy, including such writers as Machiavelli, Hobbes, Locke, Rousseau, Marx and Nietzsche.
PR: GOV 207 or GOV 211 or GOV 217 or CI.
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GOV 320 - Comparative Politics of Western Europe
3-0-3
Comparison of the political systems of Britain, France, Germany, Italy and the European Community. Examination of relationships between political institutions and behavior with emphasis on electoral systems and party systems. Analysis of contemporary political movements and the problems of European integration.
PR: GOV 207 or GOV 211 or GOV 217 or CI.
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GOV 321 I - International Relations
3-0-3
Introduction to the contemporary international system. State and nonstate actors and the instruments used to achieve their objectives; approaches to peace including arms control, international organizations and international law.
PR: GOV 207 or GOV 211 or GOV 217 ; and RHW 102 or CI.
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GOV 323 - Revolution and Political Violence
3-0-3
Examines the phenomenon of revolution-causes and methods used by revolutionary movements to effect regime change. Case studies include the French, Russian, Chinese, Cuban and Iranian revolutions.
PR: GOV 207 or GOV 211 or GOV 217 or CI.
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GOV 325 - Global Environmental Politics
3-0-3
Examination of the political dimensions of trans-boundary environmental problems. Emphasis on contending theoretical perspectives and national, regional, and global political responses to environmental challenges. Including climate change, ozone layer depletion, biodiversity, and trans-boundary pollution.
PR: GOV 207 , GOV 211 , or GOV 217 .GOV 207
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GOV 326 - Constitutional Law I: Powers and Institutions
3-0-3
Close reading of leading Supreme Court opinions dealing with American political institutions.
PR: GOV 207 or GOV 211 or GOV 217 or CI.
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GOV 327 - Constitutional Law II: Civil Rights and Liberties
3-0-3
Close reading of leading Supreme Court opinions dealing with civil liberties and civil rights.
PR: GOV 207 or GOV 211 or GOV 217 or CI.
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GOV 330 - American Founding
3-0-3
Study of the political origins and nature of the Founding period in America, especially the writing of the American Constitution and the subsequent Federalist/Antifederalist debates. The American experience will be used as an occasion to consider the phenomenon of political foundings more generally.
PR: GOV 207 or GOV 211 or GOV 217 or CI.
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GOV 333 - American Political Development
3-0-3
How American political institutions and practices have changed over time, with emphasis on the constitutionality, cause and consequences of these changes.
PR: GOV 207 or GOV 211 or GOV 217 or CI.
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GOV 335 - Political Parties and Interest Groups
3-0-3
A study of the origin, development and contemporary practices of political parties and interest groups in the constitutional system of the United States.
PR: GOV 207 or GOV 211 or GOV 217 or CI.
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GOV 336 - American Political Thought
3-0-3
Close reading and analysis of historically crucial and representative American political texts that have informed America’s political debates over the meaning and realization of America’s political identity. These texts stretch from America’s first founding, the arrival of the Puritans, to contemporary thought.
PR: GOV 207 or GOV 211 or GOV 217 or CI.
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GOV 338 - Presidency and Congress
3-0-3
Presidential and Congressional elections and institutional structure as influences on executive and legislative behavior. Patterns of executive-legislative interaction in policy making. Relationships among the presidency, the Congress, the bureaucracy, the press and the public.
PR: GOV 207 or GOV 211 or GOV 217 or CI.
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GOV 339 I - Politics and History of Russia
3-0-3
Survey of Russian political history, with emphases on the revolutions of 1905 and 1917, Stalinism, the collapse of Communism and democratization in the post-Soviet successor states.
PR: GOV 207 or GOV 211 or GOV 217 ; and RHW 102 or CI.
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GOV 344 - Politics and History of East Asia
3-0-3
Examination of political history of the Confucian societies of East Asia: China, Japan, Korea, Taiwan and Vietnam. Topics will include the dynastic cycle, imperialism, revolution and contemporary democratization.
PR: GOV 207 or GOV 211 or GOV 217 or CI.
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GOV 350 - Topics in Political Science
3-0-3
Concentrated study in a special topic in political science (Students may enroll a maximum of two times in the course for credit toward the Political Science and International Studies majors; political science and international studies minors and non-majors are limited to one enrollment.
PR: GOV 207 , GOV 211 , GOV 217 , or CI.
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GOV 358 - Politics of Latin America
3-0-3
Introduction to and overview of political systems and political behavior in Latin America. Emphasis on historical, social and economic factors shaping contemporary political structures and processes.
PR: GOV 207 or GOV 211 or GOV 217 or CI.
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GOV 393 I - Social-Science Research Methods
3-0-3
Introductory research methods course for social scientists. Examination of the nature of scientific inquiry, appropriate research design, techniques of data collection, data analysis, development of research-policy implications and research ethics. Emphasis on the linkage between theory and research methods.
PR: GOV 207 or GOV 211 or GOV 217 ; and RHW 102 or CI.
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GOV 406 - Senior Project
3-0-3
A research project involving a paper or series of papers that will integrate and develop what the student has learned in the major courses. A capstone course for government and international-studies majors.
PR: Major, GOV 393 I or CI.
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GOV 420 - Public Administration and Public Policy
3-0-3
Bureaucracy and policy making in the constitutional system of the United States.
PR: GOV 207 or GOV 211 or GOV 217 or CI.
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GOV 421 - International Relations Seminar
3-0-3
Advanced examination of the dominant theoretical approaches to the study of international relations and the substantive areas of global conflict and cooperation, international law and organization, international political economy, and global, social and environmental issues. Students will research and write a substantive paper involving original research or a critical review of the literature.
PR: GOV 321 I .
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GOV 429 - Political Thought Today
3-0-3
A close reading of some of the books that shape political debate today in the United States and throughout the world.
PR: GOV 207 or GOV 211 or GOV 217 or CI.
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GOV 435 I - Foreign-Policy Analysis
3-0-3
Advanced analysis of the process and determinants of foreign-policy making, with emphasis on the formulation and conduct of U.S. foreign policy.
PR: GOV 321 I and RHW 102 , or CI.
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GOV 450 - Seminar in Political Science
3-0-3
In-depth examination of particular political questions, with emphasis on intensive reading and discussion. (Government majors may enroll a maximum of two times in the course; government minors and non-majors are limited to one enrollment.)
PR: GOV 207 or GOV 211 or GOV 217 or CI.
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GOV 465 - War Crimes and Genocide
3-0-3
Study of the causes and meaning of war crimes and genocide. The Law of War and specific atrocities and genocides are studied to achieve critical perspective of the most extreme forms of political violence.
PR: GOV 207 or GOV 211 or GOV 217 or CI.
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GOV 496 - Academic Internship
3, 6, 9 or 12 hours
Problem-oriented experiences in specific academic projects relating to the individual student’s program of study, planned in consultation with the student’s advisor.
PR: See general provisions for academic internships in this catalog.
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GOV 498 - Directed Study
1 to 3 hours
Supervised reading in political science when the area of study is highly specialized or the material is not otherwise available in the departmental curriculum.
PR: second-semester JS or SS and approval of school dean.
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HIS 120 - Foundations of Modern America (Foundations F4a)
3-0-3
A review of the major themes and developments in United States history with an emphasis on the opposing viewpoints of historical figures and historians’ conflicting interpretations of the American experience. Themes covered include, but are not limited to the U.S. as a constitutional democracy, the U.S. as an industrial power, the U.S. as a diverse nation, and the U.S. as a world power.
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HIS 154 - World History to 1550 (Foundations F3b & F4a)
3-0-3
History of the world from the first humans to the 16th century, focusing on major themes, ideas and forces shaping world history, including political, economic and cultural formations.
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HIS 155 - World History Since 1550 (Foundations F3b & F4a)
3-0-3
History of the world from the 16th century to the present, focusing on major themes, ideas and forces shaping world history, including political, economic and cultural formations.
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HIS 200 - History Through Film
3-0-3
Examines varying interpretations of global historical events as they have been depicted through film. The course explores teh use of storytelling, symbols, and perspective in the writing of history for the big screen. Students will compare cinematic interpretations to traditional historical documentation and studies. Thematic focus of the course varies depending on instructor. Course involves viewing several films.
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HIS 235 - Georgian and Victorian England
3-0-3
A study of England’s domestic development and rise as a world power from the Glorious Revolution to the eve of World War I.
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HIS 299 - History Practicum - Public Presentation
1-0-0
History Practicum - Public Presentation allows students to work individually with a faculty member to prepare and present their writing in a public venue before an audience.
PR: CI
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HIS 300 - Special Topics in History
3-0-3
Concentrated study in a special topic in history. May be repeated for credit as long as the topic changes.
PR: One 100 or 200 level history course or CI.
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HIS 302 - The Classical Age
3-0-3
Greek and Roman history from about 1800 B.C. to about A.D. 300 incorporating a political, institutional and social perspective. Topics include the development of democracy in Greece changes under Philip and Alexander the Roman Republic and external expansion; the Augustan revolution, the Principate and later Roman empire; and the concept of citizenship in the Greco-Roman worlds.
PR: One 100 or 200 level history course or CI
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HIS 303 I - Environmental History
3-0-3
Exploration of the environment’s role in history. Students will examine how natural forces have shaped human events and the ways in which humans have shaped the environment. Students also will come to understand how attitudes have evolved regarding the natural world. The course will be global in scope and focus on the modern period (1500 to present).
PR: RHW 102 and one 100 or 200 level History course, or CI.
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HIS 310 I - Modern Africa
3-0-3
History of Africa from 1800 to the present. Emphasis on African culture and political systems, the slave trade, European imperialism, religious change, decolonization, literature and socioeconomic development, as well as in-depth study of three African nations, regions or peoples.
PR: HIS 155 and RHW 102 , or CI.
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HIS 311 - Late Antiquity and the Middle Ages
3-0-3
Examination of Western Europe from A.D. 300 to 1300 incorporating a political, institutional, social, religious and cultural perspective. Topics include developments in the church; barbarian migrations; the Merovingians and Carolingian world; feudalism and manorialism; Gregorian reforms; and the Crusades and the renaissance of the High Middle Ages.
PR: One 100 or 200 level history course or CI
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HIS 312 - The European Renaissance and Reformation
3-0-3
European history from the beginnings of Italian vernacular writing through the Reformation era; topics including the myths surrounding the Renaissance, the Renaissance’s impact on European society and the development and spread of reform ideas.
PR: One 100 or 200 level history course or CI
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HIS 320 I - Colonial Latin American History
3-0-3
Major developments and issues in the study of Latin American history from the formation of indigenous American societies to the wars of national independence in the early 19th century.
PR: RHW 102 , one 100 or 200 level history course or LCS 200 , or CI
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HIS 321 - Modern Latin American History
3-0-3
The history of Latin America from national independence in the early 19th century to the present.
PR: One 100 or 200 level history course or LCS 200 or CI
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HIS 322 - Modern Mexico
3-0-3
Examination of Mexico from independence to the present day. Course will explore the political, social, cultural, and economic development of this nation through a variety of sources. Topics of focus include relations with the United States, formation of Mexican identity, the Mexican revolution, and the rise and fall of the PRI.
PR: One 100 or 200 level history course or LCS 200 or CI
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HIS 332 - Nineteenth-Century Europe
3-0-3
Causes and effects of the political and industrial revolutions from the French Revolution of 1789 to the outbreak of World War I in 1914. Special emphasis on the emergence of modern ideologies (conservatism, nationalism, liberalism, socialism), unification of Italy and Germany, overseas imperialism, modernism, and the impact of political changes and industrialization on Europeans’ daily lives.
PR: One 100 or 200 level history course or CI
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HIS 333 - Twentieth-Century Europe
3-0-3
Examination of political, social and cultural change in Europe from World War I to the present. Course will focus on the causes and effects of World War I; the competition among liberal democracy, fascism and communism during the interwar years; World War II; the Holocaust; decolonization; the Cold War; and European unification.
PR: One 100 or 200 level history course or CI
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HIS 347 - Military History of the Western World
3-0-3
Exploration of the military history of the Western world from Paleolithic humans to the 20th century; examination of the relationship between armed forces and society as well as the link between military service and citizenship in diverse cultures such as ancient Rome and the modern United States.
PR: One 100 or 200 level history course or CI
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HIS 360 - Colonial and Revolutionary America
3-0-3
Examination of the conflict of cultures on the North American continent in the 17th and 18th centuries; the politics, culture and society of the European colonial settlements; and the causes and consequences of the British colonies’ struggle for independence.
PR: One 100 or 200 level history course or CI
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HIS 364 - The Early American Republic
3-0-3
Examination of the political, social, economic and cultural development of the United States from the confederation era through the conclusion of the Mexican War. Special attention devoted to the themes of Jeffersonianism and Jacksonianism, the emergence of political parties and responses to the era’s Market Revolution.
PR: One 100 or 200 level history course or CI
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HIS 371 - Civil War and Reconstruction
3-0-3
Examination of the origins, course and results of the Civil War and the political and social problems of Reconstruction.
PR: One 100 or 200 level history course or CI
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HIS 375 I - U.S. Women’s History (Foundations F3a)
3-0-3
Survey of the history of women in the United States by analyzing the changing images and roles women have held in the family, workplace, politics and society. Attention is paid not only to the common experiences of women, but also to the impact of race, ethnicity and class on women’s lives.
PR: RHW 102 ; one 100 or 200 level history course or WNS 210 ; or CI
Term Typically Offered: Fall Odd
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HIS 385 I - WI: European Imperialism and Decolonization
3-0-3
History of 19th and 20th Century imperialism, colonialism, and nationalism in Africa, the Middle East and South Asia. Emphasis on theories of imperialism, European justifications of colonialism, liberation movements, decolonization, and the relationship of art, education, literature, gender, and religion to colony-building and nationalist agendas, as well as in-depth study of colonial experiences in three places.
PR: RHW 102 , one 100 or 200 level history course, or CI.
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HIS 402 - History + X Capstone
0-0-1
This integrative capstone course induces reflection on the student’s chosen History + X course of student in the context of, and in conjunction with, an appropriate 300- or 400-level HIS course. The specific 300- or 400-level HIS course is to be determined in consultation with the respective 300-level or 400-level course instructor. To be taken during junior or senior year. May not be repeated for credit.
PR: JS or SS, and CI.
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HIS 432 - The Gilded Age and Progressive Era
3-0-3
Problems and aftermath of the Reconstruction era, evolution of national politics, growth of labor movements, rise and concentration of modern industry, revolt of the agrarians and the Progressive movement.
PR: One 100 or 200 level history course or CI
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HIS 433 I - Recent United States History
3-0-3
This course covers political, economic and social developments in the United States since the start of World War I, while also dealing with diplomatic and military events. Special attention is given to American participation in the World Wars, culture in the 1920s, the New Deal, the Cold War, the Civil Rights Movement, Vietnam and the resurgence of conservatism.
PR: RHW 102 , one 100 or 200 level history course, or CI.
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HIS 438 - History of the South
3-0-3
Social, cultural and political development of the Southern United States from the colonial era to the present. Special emphasis on the issues of Southern race relations and the roots of the contemporary South.
PR: One 100 or 200 level history course or CI
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HIS 444 - Nazi Germany and the Holocaust
3-0-3
This course zeroes in on the history of German from 1933 to 1945, including the rise of Nazism; national Socialist ideology including antisemitism and racism; Nazi foreign policy and World War II; the Holocaust; collaboration and resistance; post-war trials; and historical memories and legacies of Nazism, World War II, and the Holocaust. The course considers fascism, racism, antisemitism, collaboration, and resistance in a European context.
PR: HIS 155 ; JS or SS; or CI
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HIS 445 - History of American Diplomacy
3-0-3
Examination of the economic, ideological and strategic factors that have helped shape American diplomacy from the Revolution to the present. By focusing on the relationship between domestic concerns and foreign affairs, the course will grapple with the question of how and why the United States became involved in territorial and commercial expansion, international wars and revolutions around the world.
PR: One 100 or 200 level history course or CI
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HIS 450 - Seminar in History
3-0-3
In-depth examination of selected topics and themes in history. May be repeated for credit as long as topic changes.
PR: JS or SS or CI.
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HIS 460 - History of Rock and Roll
3-0-3
Surveys United States society and culture by analyzing the rise and development of rock and roll music. Special attention is paid to the connections between politics, gender, race, class, technology and popular music in the post-World War II era.
PR: One 100 or 200 level history course or CI
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HIS 491 I - Historiography
3-0-3
Emphasis on review of the literature of historical inquiry ranging from antiquity to the present and analysis of the methodologies, interpretations, values, evidence and conclusions found in the diversity of historical writings.
PR: RHW 102 , History major, and SS; or CI.
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HIS 496 - Academic Internship
3 to 12 hours
Problem-oriented experiences in specific academic projects relating to the individual student’s program of study, planned in consultation with the student’s advisor.
PR: See general provisions for academic internships in this catalog.
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HIS 498 - Directed Study
1 to 6 hours
Supervised reading or opportunity for written research in the field of history when the area of study is highly specialized or the material is not otherwise available in the departmental curriculum. No major may take more than 6 hours of HIS 498.
PR: JS or SS and approval of school dean.
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HON 201H - Perennial Questions and Their Modern Manifestations (Foundations F4a)
3-0-3
This question- driven course encourages undergraduates to think critically about a fundamental concern or enduring question of human life addressed by the humanities. The course offers students a deep and sustained program of reading, including an introduction to core texts and ideas, in order to encounter influential thinkers on this perennial concern or question over the centuries and into the present day. May be used to satisfy an appropriate general- education requirement.
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HON 203 H - Institutions, Society & the Self (Foundations F4c)
3-0-3
Using the lenses of modern social and behavioral science, this course offers a comparative consideration of questions and debates about the individual, human behavior and social institutions that have unfolded over centuries and that have profoundly shaped today’s world. May be used to satisfy an appropriate general education requirement.
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HON 205 H - Scientific Approach to Contemporary Challenges (Foundations F4d)
3-2-4
Consideration and exploration of critical issues and challenges in today’s world, with an emphasis on how the methods of mathematics and natural science can be used to help address these challenges. The course focuses on an analysis of complex practical problems and important theoretical questions that are of great importance in modern society. Students will explore these problems and questions from a mathematical/ scientific perspective, but will also examine the impact of these issues on human society. May be used to satisfy an appropriate general-education requirement.
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HON 250 H - Honors Seminar
1 - 4 hours
Addresses a variety of topics from an interdisciplinary approach, depending on the instructor or instructors. May be used to satisfy an appropriate general-education requirement. May be repeated once for credit if different topic covered.
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HON 251 H - The Oxbridge Lecture Series
3-0-3
One of three core, interdisciplinary Honors seminars, the subject/disciplinary content of the course will vary. The thematic and structural character of the course will constant. A ‘momentous idea or movement’ will be defined in its original historical context. Then the intellectual, scientific, and/or cultural impact will be developed with particular emphasis on how this idea or movement affects our contemporary world and lives. This course is designed for first or second year Honors students.
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HON 300 H - Honors Transitions
1-0-1
This course is intended to help students transition from their Honors coursework to their Honors Thesis. Students will connect the understanding they have gained from their Honors coursework to their long-term goals, and reflect on how their knowledge can inform the way they will live their life in the future. In addition, students will begin preparation for their Honors Thesis courses, including identiying a thesis director and committee member and completing the paperwork to register for HON 450.
PR: Honors Program; JS or CI
Term Typically Offered: Fall
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HON 450 H - Honors Thesis I
2-0-2
Devoted to the preparation of the honors thesis or project. Normally completed during the second semester of the junior year. Grading will be H (Honors), S (Satisfactory) or U (Unsatisfactory).
PR: JS or SS and CI; consent of the Honors Program director.
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HON 451 H - Honors Thesis II
3-0-3
Continuation and successful completion of the thesis or project designed in HON 450 H ; satisfactory oral presentation and defense of the thesis/project to the Honors Thesis committee.
PR: HON 450 H .
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KIN 101 - Physical Activities: Weight Training (Foundations F4e)
0-2-1
Weight-training principles.
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
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KIN 102 - Speed and Agility
0-2-1
This course is designed to provide opportunities to learn and practice skills relating to improving speed, change of direction and reaction for injury prevention and performance.
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
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KIN 103 - Physical Activities: Volleyball Regulation
0-2-1
USVBA volleyball.
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
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KIN 105 - Physical Activities: Beginning Swimming
0-2-1
Offered for weak or non-swimmers; Red Cross standards.
Term Typically Offered: Spring
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KIN 106 - Physical Activities: Introduction to Cycling (Foundations F4e)
0-2-1
Introduction to the fundamentals of cycling as a lifetime activity; covering the practical aspects of cycling, road safety, equipment, and maintenance; examining prevalent attitudes and perspectives in modern culture concerning cycles; along with exploring strategies for everyday cycling through the practice and experience of riding in a variety of settings and scenarios.
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KIN 107 - Physical Activities: Bowling
0-2-1
Fundamental bowling for the inexperienced player. Fee.
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
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KIN 108 - Physical Activities: Mountain Biking (Foundations F4e)
0-2-1
An introduction to mountain-biking techniques, products, repair tips and actual off-road cycling. Open to riders of all skill and fitness levels.
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
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KIN 109 - Physical Activities: Badminton
0-2-1
Fundamental badminton for the inexperienced player.
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
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KIN 110 - Physical Activities: Rock Climbing
0-2-1
Basic instruction and experiences in rappelling and climbing. Fee.
Term Typically Offered: Fall
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KIN 111 - Physical Activities: Tennis (Foundations F4e)
0-2-1
Fundamentals of tennis for the inexperienced player.
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
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KIN 113 - Physical Activities: Racquetball (Foundations F4e)
0-2-1
Fundamentals of racquetball for the inexperienced player.
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
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KIN 114 - Physical Activities: Challenge Ropes Course for Freshmen
0-2-1
Team- and personal-confidence building course that promotes critical thinking, camaraderie and appropriate risk taking. Focus on developing a plan for enhancing student success and leadership skills. Involves weekend hours. Fee.
PR: Freshman status
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
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KIN 115 - Physical Activities: Challenge Ropes Course for Sophomores
0-2-1
Designed to encourage confidence building, problem solving and effective decision making through the use of adventure-based activities on the challenge course that support the goals of the sophomore year experience. Involves weekend hours. Fee.
PR: Sophomore status.
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
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KIN 116 - Physical Activities: Scuba
0-2-1
A basic course which meets minimum standards. No certification is earned. Fee.
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
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KIN 117 - Physical Activities: Challenge Ropes Course for Juniors
0-2-1
Designed to encourage confidence building, problem solving, goal setting and risk taking through the use of adventure-based activities on a challenge course that support the junior year experience. Involves weekend hours. Fee.
PR: Junior status.
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
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KIN 118 - Physical Activities: Challenge Ropes Course for Seniors
0-2-1
Designed to develop a sense of confidence for effective goal setting and decision making in a challenge course environment. Promote a state of preparedness for beyond the senior year to confront challenges and take risks in a supportive adventure environment. Involves weekend hours. Fee.
PR: Senior status.
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
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KIN 120 - Physical Activities: Soccer
0-2-1
Team experiences and skill development. Not available to varsity players.
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
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KIN 122 - Physical Activities: Introduction to Total Resistance Exercise (TRX) (Foundations F4e)
0-2-1
Introduction to the fundamentals of resistance suspension training as a lifetime activity. Focusing on the skills necessary to effectively train using the total body resistance suspension training system for increasing strength, muscular endurance, flexibility, and core stability.
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KIN 124 - Physical Activities: Golf (Foundations F4e)
0-2-1
Fundamentals and beginning play. Fee. Not available to varsity golfers.
Term Typically Offered: Spring
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KIN 125 - Physical Activities: Intermediate Swimming
0-2-1
Open to swimmers above the beginner level.
Term Typically Offered: Fall
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KIN 126 - Physical Activities: Introduction to Lifeguarding
0-2-1
A prerequisite to Lifeguarding (KIN 136 ), this course provides an understanding of the basic knowledge and skills needed to advance into a lifeguarding program.
Term Typically Offered: Spring Certification is available if both KIN 126 and 136 are taken during the same semester and all standards are successfully completed.
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KIN 127 - Physical Activities: Introduction to Canoeing
0-2-1
Paddling techniques and trip-management skills for all forms of canoeing options. Full weekend canoe and camping trip. Fee.
Term Typically Offered: Fall
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KIN 128 - Physical Activities: Introduction to Whitewater Rafting
0-2-1
Develop basic paddling techniques and trip-management skills for whitewater rafting prior to full-weekend whitewater rafting trip. Fee.
Term Typically Offered: Summer
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KIN 129 - Physical Activities: Introduction to Kayaking
0-2-1
Develop fundamental kayaking skills utilizing indoor pool prior to open-water kayak trip. History, equipment, basic paddle techniques and trip planning will be covered. Involves weekend hours. Fee.
Term Typically Offered: Spring
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KIN 131 - Physical Activities: Introduction to Half Marathon (Foundations F4e)
0-2-1
Running Activity-based course emphasizing fitness acquisition through a personalized training program for the half marathon.
PR: KIN 174 or CI.
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
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KIN 132 - Physical Activities: Basketball
0-2-1
Fundamentals of the game for students with no playing experience in an organized league.
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
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KIN 134 - Physical Activities: Challenge Ropes Course for On-campus Groups
0-2-1
A custom-designed confidence and team building experience for intact on-campus groups. The schedule and challenge elements and activities are matched to the goals of the group and individuals in specific on-campus groups such as clubs, athletic teams, residence halls, student-work teams, etc. Fulfills General Education requirement (activity course) Fee. CI $75 fee.
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
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