2018-2019 Residential Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Undergraduate Residential Courses
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Political Science |
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PO 3220 (HSS 3220) - International Security
This course examines international security in a broad context. Beginning with notions of national security and domestic sources of foreign policy, it will expand to include analysis of timely security issues such as the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction, ballistic missile defense, arms control and disarmament, arms sales, and the military industrial complex. Prerequisites: CJ 1230 or PO 1510 . (4 credits)
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PO 3230 (HSS 3230) - Terrorism and Homeland Security
In this course, students will be exposed to the history of terrorism and how it has progressed to current issues throughout the world. Both domestic and international groups will be expanded upon to show both the law enforcement side of the issue and the perspective of terror groups. The Department of Homeland Security and its agencies will be further analyzed throughout the semester to show the efforts that have developed in regards to anti-terrorism efforts, immigration, policy, and emergency management. This course is designed to provide a strong foundation in terrorism terminology, theory, and the concept of homeland security as it has developed since September 11, 2001. (4 Credits)
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PO 3240 (HSS 3240) - Regional Politics and Terrorism
This course will introduce students to the historical development of government and politics in a specified geographical region. The course will consider such topics as colonialism, nationalism, international economics, and international security. Using the comparative approach, the governments of the major states of the region will be discussed as well. (4 credits)
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PO 3440 - Network Analysis
This course introduces students to network analysis beginning with an understanding of what network analysis is and motivations for why we might model phenomena as networks. Students will explore the concept of connectivity and network robustness. Skills acquired include ways of measuring the importance or centrality of a node in a network, modeling the evolution of networks over time and methods network generation. (2 Credits) Repeatable
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PO 3450 - U.S. Foreign Policy
This course provides student with an opportunity to analyze American foreign policy from the perspectives of both domestic American politics and international relations. Policy with reference to the Soviet Union, the Third World, political and military allies, nuclear and conventional weapons, international organizations and human rights are considered. (4 Credits)
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PO 3460 - Comparative Public Policy
This course is an examination of the public policy process and policy theory across multiple jurisdictions. This course covers the major concepts, controversies, and states of policy making as well as policy content across countries and contexts. (4 Credits)
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PO 3470 - Comparative Politics
This course surveys different types of political systems and engages in the study of government and politics of major nations in the Global North and Global South. (4 Credits)
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PO 3580 - Global Security
This course examines international security in a broad context. Beginning with notions of national security and domestic sources of foreign policy, it will expand to include analysis of timely security issues such as the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction, ballistic missile defense, arms control and disarmament, arms sales, and the military industrial complex. (4 Credits)
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PO 3910 (CJ 3910) - Terrorism
This course is designed to introduce students to the study of terrorism and its challenges for national security. Students will explore numerous features of the subject including, but not limited to, definitional dilemmas, the origins and evolution of terrorism, tactical and targeting innovation, the psychology and characteristics of terrorist actors, including women, case studies (e.g. Palestine, Sri Lanka, Colombia, Ireland, North America), and counter‐terrorism strategies. Both international and domestic terrorist actors will be explored. (4 Credits)
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PO 3990 - Topics in Political Science
Special topics in the study of political science at the advanced level. (4 Credits)
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PO 4080 - Advanced Quantitative Analysis
Building on PO2070 Quantitative Methods, this course covers advanced statistical tools for empirical analysis in political science. Students will be able to use techniques for model-based inference, with specific data analysis techniques. These techniques may include (but are not limited to) any of the following: maximum likelihood estimation, duration analysis, network analysis, event count models and advanced linear regression modeling. The goal of this course is to provide students with methodological skills appropriate to their fields of substantive interest ideally aligned with possible thesis topics. Prerequisite: PO 2070 (4 Credits)
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PO 4110 - Regional Politics
This course will introduce students to the historical development of government and politics in a specified geographical region. The course will consider such topics as colonialism, nationalism, international economics, and international security. Using the comparative approach, the governments of the major states of the region will be discussed as well. (4 Credits)
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PO 4310 (CJ 4310) - Constitutional Law
This course is designed to study the Constitution of the United States, including the history of the document, the incorporation of the Bill of Rights, and, judicial methods and theories of interpretation. Prerequisites: PO 1110 or CJ 1110 and minimum of 30 credits. (4 Credits)
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PO 4520 - Political Social Movements
In this course, students will examine contentious politics through the lens of social movements and political participation in social movement organizations. The role of ordinary people coming together to challenge power using both conventional and unconventional political behaviors will be emphasized throughout the course. Students will use an interdisciplinary theoretical framework to examine the rise, nature and political influence of contemporary social movements. Finally, the course will train students to situate social movements as a form of contentious politics and apply their knowledge of dynamics of contention to a host of contentious collective behavior. (4 Credits)
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PO 4810 - Directed Study in Politics
Course of study to be arranged between faculty and student in the field of Political Science. Contract required. Variable credit. (1‐ 4)
Variable credit. (1‐ 4) |
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PO 4820 - Individually Designed Learning Plan
Confronted with the many problems facing our world, a student (or group of students) may undertake (in cooperation with a faculty mentor) an advanced project involving formulation of a research plan involving numerous sources on and off campus designed to lay out in detail the history and nature of the problem and one or more potential solutions, based on extensive evidence. Public presentation of the project and its outcome is expected. Contract required. Variable credit (2‐16)
Variable credit (2‐16) |
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PO 4830 - Independent Study in Politics
Course of study to be arranged between faculty and student in the field of Political Science. Contract required. Variable credit. (1‐ 4)
Variable credit. (1‐ 4) |
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PO 4910 - Internship in Political Science
An internship program in state, local, national or international government, when available, may be taken by qualified students on a semester, year, or summer basis. Approval of the faculty is required. Contract required. (Variable Credit: 1-16)
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PO 4920 - Practicum in Political Science
Practicum in Political Science (Variable Credits: 1-16) One 4 credit experience required for Political Science Major.
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PO 4980 - Thesis
Students will have two options in the undertaking of the senior capstone course. One option includes the planning and execution of a major research project demonstrating a thorough understanding and use of research techniques in political analysis, knowledge of relevant literature, sophisticated writing and research ability under the direction of a political science faculty member. Another option includes the planning and execution of a major civic engagement project the scope of which is to be developed in consultation with the instructor of the course. In both cases, students will present their work in a public forum. (4 Credits)
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Psychology |
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PS 1110 - Introduction to Psychology
An introduction into the study of Psychology from the biological basis of brain development and functions, history and theories that helped to bring the science to where it is now. It includes aspects of human development, cognition, perception, memory, learning, social behavior, abnormal behaviors and treatments. This course will give you a taste of why people are how they are and get you started into investigating more about the science of Psychology. This course satisfies the LAS 4 Social Sciences requirement. Offered every semester (4 Credits)
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PS 2050 - Social Psychology
An examination of the way the individual’s behavior is affected by the behavior of others. Areas covered include aggression, conformity, attitude formation, methods of persuasion, altruism, environmental effects on behavior, prejudice and discrimination, and interpersonal attraction. Offered every fall. (4 Credits)
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PS 2110 - Writing & Research in Psychology
Building on the specific content from ‘Introduction to Psychology’ this course presents various ways psychologists approach this uniquely human science. This course takes a long historical view of the development of psychological types of thinking. It also discusses how social scientists engage in research with special attention to the scientific method. Students will learn to think critically about psychology research and culturally situate many of the attitudes and assumptions of psychology. Offered every semester. (4 Credits)
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PS 2130 (ED 2130) - Educational Psychology
This course examines the practical implications of contemporary theories with emphasis on educational applications. Particular emphasis will be placed on theories of learning, growth and development, motivation, evaluation, and interpersonal relationships. An analysis of each topic will be made in relation to the teaching/learning process. Students will also be introduced to standardized testing methodologies and interpretations. (4 Credits)
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PS 2160 - Life‐Span Development
Humans all begin in the same manner and develop in a similar pattern physically, cognitively, and emotionally when all the elements are perfect. In this course we look at that development from conception through the end of life in a quick overview of what it takes to become the people we know or want to be. We look at the aspects of life that make things work properly as well as the things that could cause life to go in a different direction. This course includes theories of physical, psychological development, learning, social and environmental factors that influence the growth of a people throughout their life times. This course satisfies the LAS 4 Social Sciences requirement. (4 Credits)
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PS 2210 - Human Sexuality
This course is a comprehensive overview of the many dimensions of human sexuality. Topics include love and intimacy, gender, sexual arousal and response, sexually transmitted diseases, sexual expression, sexual coercion, commercial sex, sexual orientation, sexual problems and solutions, conception, pregnancy, and birth control. Students should gain the knowledge necessary to make informed, responsible decisions regarding their own sexuality and sexual behavior. This course contains explicit sexual material. Every other year (4 Credits)
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PS 2230 (KI 2130/SM 2230) - Psychology of Sport and Movement
This course explores the influence of psychological skills on sport/movement performance as well as the reciprocal influence of participation on the individual. The general areas examined include motivation, confidence, stress/arousal/anxiety, attention, personality, anxiety, coping, social influences, and psychobiological aspects. Prerequisites: 30 Credits Offered every spring. (4 Credits)
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PS 2250 - Happiness: Positive Psychology
This course takes a different approach to psychology. There are three components: an examination of the scientific research reviewing the strategies, theories, and practice associated with increased happiness; discussions with numerous individuals (religious leaders, life coaches, a director of an amusement park, a clown, etc.) whose occupations intersect with people’s attempts to be happier or more content, and a personal review of what makes each of us happy and how we can, using strategies developed and discussed in this course, become happier and more supportive of those around us. Prerequisite: PS 1110 or permission of instructor. Offererd every other fall. (4 Credits)
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PS 2310 - Statistics for the Social Sciences
The focus of the course is on the application of statistics to answer questions in social science. Students will be introduced to the theoretical aspects of probability, sampling, and hypothesis testing and taught to utilize statistical software for social science research. Topics include data file creation, data entry, descriptive statistics, basic inferential statistics, pictorial representation of data, and the interpretation of statistical analysis. Students will learn when to use the various statistics (including r, t, F, and χ2), how to interpret them, and how to write up an APA‐style results section. Offered every Fall. (4 Credits)
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PS 2420 (SW 2420) - Systems of Care
This course is a “must” for any student who is interested in pursuing a career in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Child and Family Welfare, Mental Health, and in particular, Children’s Mental Health. Students will be afforded to opportunity to learn about the history, philosophy, and concepts of Systems of Care, as well as how Systems of Care can have a transformative effect in the lives of the individuals experiencing social and emotional difficulties and their families. Offered every spring. (4 credits)
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PS 2910 - Practicum
Practica are opportunities for psychology majors to learn more about a particular profession through job shadowing, volunteering, or through particular hands‐on projects. The student must show maturity and responsibility and be approved by the majority of the psychology faculty. The student is expected to work on‐site and to fulfill academic requirements of the internship (research, written assignments, seminar attendance, etc.). Permission of instructor and contract needed to take this course. Contract required. Variable Credits (1‐4)
Variable Credits (1‐4) |
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PS 2990 - Youth At Risk
What makes an at‐risk‐child become a juvenile delinquent versus a solid citizen? This class looks at developmental, environmental, social and physical/health issues that impact the life of children and influence the direction in which their lives may go. We will discuss relevant political issues, resiliency, education, and medical practices. We will look deeply into the corrections and social services agencies to analyze what is being done as well as what should be or should not be done to change things. The course will challenge your beliefs, ignite your curiosity, and with any luck at all, get you motivated to make a change in someone’s life. (4 credits)
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PS 3110 (CJ 3110) - Juvenile Delinquency & Youth at Risk
What makes an at‐risk‐child become a juvenile delinquent versus a solid citizen? This class looks at developmental, environmental, social and physical/health issues that impact the life of children and influence the direction in which their lives may go. We will discuss relevant political issues, resiliency, education, and medical practices. We will look deeply into the corrections and social services agencies to analyze what is being done as well as what should be or should not be done to change things. The course will challenge your beliefs, ignite your curiosity, and with any luck at all, get you motivated to make a change in someone’s life. Every Fall (4 Credits)
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PS 3160 - Child Psychology
Everyone has been exposed to a “normal” child and a child who does not appear to fall into the “normal” category. This course takes an in‐depth look at both normal and abnormal child development from conception through adolescence. We will examine milestones and implications of not meeting those milestones when anticipated. The course will cover topics of physical, social, psychological, emotional, moral and cognitive development as well as family and educational structures. Disorders of childhood (biological as well as psychological), learning differences, social/cultural and socio‐economic status will also be explored at length. Prerequisites: PS 2160 every Spring (4 Credits)
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PS 3170 (CJ3170) - Forensic Psychology
The goal of this course is to acquaint the student with the different psychological characteristics, levels of motivation, and different prognoses for criminal behavior. Homicide will be presented, not as a unitary event, but as a complex behavior, with different phenomenology, psychopathology, and dynamics. The course focuses on a number of case studies that illustrate the complex psychological issues involved in domestic violence, hate crimes, sexual homicide, and the role of mental illness in crime. In addition, the course covers the relationship of psychology to the practice of law and justice, and the role a forensic psychologist plays within the criminal justice arena. Concepts of personality assessment, expert testimony, and profiling of various offenders are discussed. Prerequisites: Any 2000‐level CJ or PS course. (4 Credits)
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PS 3210 - Abnormal Psychology
This course focuses on the causes, symptoms, definition, and treatments of psychological disorders. Emphasis is on the more serious forms of psychopathology. The complexities involved in judging normalcy (i.e. the forensic vs. clinical model); the correlation between delinquency and mental illness, deinstitutionalization, and the rights of the mentally ill are also studied. Prerequisites: PS 1110 and 45 Credits every Fall (4 Credits)
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PS 3260 - Cognitive Psychology
This course examines cognition and investigates how individuals acquire, store, create, and use information. Cognition includes a variety of mental processes used in everyday activities. These include attention, memory, expectancy, imagery, reasoning, perception, creativity, language, and problem solving. The course includes research and application of cognitive processes. Prerequisite: PS 1110 Offered every other Fall. (4 credits)
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PS 3310 - Culture and the Practice of Psychology
This course is an effort to critique the practice of psychotherapy, counseling, psychology research, and applied psychology through the lens of culture. From this critique, students will be given tools to develop sensibilities reflecting a commitment to grow in their understanding of diversity. Concepts such as race, ethnicity, gender, sex, sexual orientation, age, religion, mental and physical abilities, socio‐economics, profession, spirituality, and a host of other ideas will serve as touchstones for discussion and learning. Students will learn to think critically about themselves, their learning process, asking questions and research, and the prospects for making change in this world as well as examine assumptions that underpin the professions and practices of psychology. This course will branch into a myriad of other topics and fields to illustrate its points. Students will participate in active discussions and learn to work the ideas from the course into personal learning. Prerequisites: PS 1110 and sophomore standing. every Fall (4 Credits)
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PS 3650 - Theories of Personality
In this course, contemporary theories of personality (as they relate to personality structure, development, and community) and the dynamics of behavior are examined in depth. A major writing project is required. Prerequisites: PS 1110 and 30 Credits (4 Credits)
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PS 3750 - Non‐Profit Organizations & Community Mental Health
In addition to speakers coming to class to discuss their experiences in the field, these classes typically visit local sites where students will be able to see the day‐to‐day workings of a variety of non‐profit and community mental health agencies. Prerequisites: Junior standing Every Fall (4 Credits)
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PS 3910 (SO 3910) - Aging and Society
This course examines a broad range of issues related to aging and to the role of elders in our society. Topics covered include: attitudes towards aging, theoretical perspectives on aging, physical and psychological issues of aging, elder services and political and social impacts of aging. Guest speakers, class projects, discussions and lectures are geared toward providing the student with both a theoretical and practical introduction to the field of aging. Prerequisites: PS 2160 (4 Credits)
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PS 4000 - Issues in Professional Practice: Psychology
This capstone course prepares students for the challenges and responsibilities of professional practice and study in the field of Psychology. Discussion of ethics in research and practice, consideration of current controversies in the fields and exploration of future trends and opportunities within the discipline are included. Suggested for Jr & Sr. status every spring (4 Credits)
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PS 4110 - Aggression Prevention
In this course we will briefly examine theories which focus on the causes of and methods to reduce aggression and violence, and then discuss recent trends in violence. We will travel to a number of different facilities (which usually include the Youth Development Center in Manchester, NH, State Prisons in Goffstown, Concord, and Laconia, and other similar sites). Guest speakers will discuss their own experiences with victimization, and/or with attempts to reduce violence within their agencies. Prerequisites: One CJ or PS course at 2000 level or above. (4 Credits)
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PS 4220 - Research Methods
This seminar course involves an examination of the various research strategies used by psychologists and other social scientists. The advantages and disadvantages of each methodology are analyzed. Control, experimental and alternative designs, context, and standards for ethical research are discussed. A research project constitutes a major feature of the course. Students generate, conduct, write up, and present an original APA style research study. Prerequisites: PS 1110 or SO 1110 ,and PS 2310 or MT 2310 and one PS or SO 3000‐level course. Offered every fall. (4 Credits)
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PS 4250 - Health Psychology
Health psychology examines how psychological factors contribute to the prevention of illness, the treatment of illness, the recovery from illness, and the maintenance of good health. Based on the assumption that “treating only the physical body is not enough,” psychologists are playing an ever‐expanding role in improving health habits, increasing the effectiveness of medical care and delivery, and facilitating recovery. Prerequisites: PS 2000‐level and PS 3000‐level course. Offered every other spring. (4 Credits)
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PS 4260 - Neuropsychology
This course will examine the structures of the brain, the neurotransmitters and hormones that help influence brain function and how all these aspects relate to human behavior. We will examine several known psychological disorders as well as physical disorders that create on-going problems for individuals and their loved ones. The etiology and progression of the disorders will also be examined. These will include things such as perceptual difficulties to severe delusional disorders. The students will leave with a good understanding of what a healthy brain vs a brain with damage or disease impact behaviors and lives in our society. Prerequisites: JR status (4 credits)
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PS 4310 - Psychology of Women
This course examines the lives of girls and women. Students will study the influence of biological, sociological and cultural factors on females’ mental and physical well-being. (4 credits)
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PS 4320 - Fundamentals of Counseling and Therapy
This course involves an in‐depth examination of the various approaches to the process of counseling and psychotherapy applied to a variety of life conflicts. Included are the accepted theoretical approaches to counseling and therapy as well as the specific skills of communication, listening and empathy. Prerequisites: PS 1110 and PS 3210 every Spring (4 Credits)
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PS 4500 - Social Advocacy and Action
Social advocacy is about developing an informed position on a public issue and actively working to build support for this position among others who are opposed to it or unclear about where they stand. The advocate not only believes in a position, but makes a concerted public effort to insure that it prevails over competing perspectives when funds are allocated, policies are established, or other actions taken. In this course we will explore various forms of individual and collective advocacy used to advance a certain position on a social issue and ask: Why, and under what conditions, have some been effective and others not? What makes for an effective advocate? Prerequisites: PS 2050 and 45 Credits (4 Credits) (Not open to students who have taken SO 4500)
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PS 4910 - Internship
Internships are available to psychology majors who wish to develop a clearer understanding of a specific profession and develop skills needed to work in the human services field. The student must exhibit strong emotional maturity, a strong sense of responsibility and be approved by the majority of the psychology faculty. The student is expected to work on‐site for a semester and to fulfill academic requirements of the internship (research, written assignments, seminar attendance, etc.). Contract required. Variable Credits (1‐16)
Variable Credits (1‐16) |
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PS 4920 - Practicum in Psychology
The practicum is designed to provide the student with an experiential learning experience in an area within psychology, based on interest and availability. The practicum can be completed either on‐or‐off campus. Contract required. Variable credit (1‐ 16)
Variable credit (1‐ 16) |
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PS 4930 - Internship and Field Experience Class
During the Fall and Spring Semesters this class is paired with PS 4910 and PS 4920 , so that students who are in an internship will also be in this class. This format will allow for multiple students to benefit from each other’s Internship and field experiences in a weekly meeting with a faculty leader. (1 Credit) (May be repeated)
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Sport and Recreation Management |
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SM 1510 (KI 1510) - Introduction to Sport and Recreation Management
This introductory‐level course is an overview of the theoretical disciplines and professions in sport and recreation management. Using lecture and discussion following a course text, students also will engage in in‐class and out of‐ class projects covering the diverse areas of the non‐profit and for‐profit sport industries. The course will survey: the history of modern U.S. sport; introduction to management, supervision, and leadership theories; legal aspects of sport and recreation including negligence, contracts, and risk management; sport in society; recreation facilities management; the NCAA and collegiate administration; marketing and services; accounting and budgeting; sport psychology; and more. (Students majoring in Sport and Recreation Management should take this course during the first year.) Offered every semester. (4 Credits)
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SM 2130 (PS 2230/KI 2130) - Psychology of Sport and Movement
This course explores the influence of psychological skills on sport/movement performance as well as the reciprocal influence of participation on the individual. The general areas examined include motivation, confidence, stress/arousal/anxiety, attention, personality, anxiety, coping, social influences, and psychobiological aspects. Prerequisites: 30 credits. Offered every spring. (4 Credits)
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SM 2750 (KI 2750) - Organization and Administration of Sport & Recreation
This sophomore‐level course is designed to provide the student with an overview of theoretical and practical components of administration in various sport and recreation venues. Utilizing a course text, current research, class discussion, guest speakers, and numerous hands‐on projects, the students will analyze organizations (including interscholastic and intercollegiate programs, conferences, and other sport groups) and methods and theories of administration and budgeting. Student projects include: budget development & presentations, games management for a New England College athletic contest, administration of an NEC Homecoming event, sponsoring an intramural event for Rec. Sports, planning and organizing a pep rally for NEC Athletics, and debates. Prerequisites: SM 1510 or KI 1110 . Offered every year. (4 Credits)
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SM 3120 (KI 3120) - Sport in the Global Society
This course explores the ways in which sport both reflects and shapes culture around the world. It examines the extent to which sport reinforces and/or resists dominant values in the United States and in other countries around the globe. In this course, students will examine the history of modern sport, as well as social theories used to analyze sport in its broadest context. Students will analyze the connections and challenges surrounding sport at various levels, including youth, interscholastic, intercollegiate, professional, and international. Specific sub topics will include the relationship of sport to violence; politics; economics; gender, race and ethnicity; deviance; and media relations. The overall goal is to assist students in a cultural and social analysis of sport, and to illustrate how sport and society both influence and challenge human conditions. This upper‐level and writing intensive course is offered as an LAS 7 in the LAS curriculum, meeting both the outcomes of the departments of Sport & Recreation Management and Kinesiology, as well as those of the LAS. Prerequisites: 60 credits. Offered every year. (4 Credits)
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SM 3540 (BU 3540) - Sport Marketing
This course will examine the role of marketing, services, and sponsorship in sport, recreation, and leisure services. Focusing on the various structures within the sports industry, students will study tactical uses of a marketing mix, for both for‐profit and non-profit entities. Using a text, lecture, discussion, and projects, the class will examine marketing needs from a range of perspectives including large multi‐sport corporations to small recreation programs. Additionally, students will engage in a hands-on marketing project, the specifics determined by the needs of the selected entity. Prerequisites: BU 2510 Offered every fall. (4 Credits)
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SM 3550 - Sport and Adventure Tourism
This course introduces the student to one segment of sport, recreation, and leisure that accounts for more than a billion dollars annually in the sport/recreation/leisure industries. In particular, this course is designed for sport & recreation majors, business majors, or kinesiology majors interested in exploring this exciting industry segment. Various areas within sport tourism will be analyzed including economics, society and culture, marketing, sport competition, event management, risk management and liability, and eco‐tourism and the environment, as well as an historical overview of sport tourism. Prerequisites: SM 1510 /KI 1510 and 30 credits. (4 Credits)
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SM 3610 (KI/OE 3610) - Theory of Outdoor Education
This course examines the theoretical basis of experiential and outdoor education and the educational, psychological, and historical underpinnings. Emphasis is given to each student’s philosophical development of leadership and education. The philosophies of outdoor education programs and leaders are researched and discussed in this course. This course is considered to be a writing intensive course and students will work on researching and processing of foundations. Students will participate in one extensive group experience. Successful completion of this course prepares students to design and lead experiential education activities both indoors and out. Prerequisites: OE 1110 or SM 1510 or KI 1110 . Minimum of 30 credits. (4 Credits)
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SM 3710 (BU 3710) - Recreation Facilities Management
This course is designed to prepare students to plan, design, and manage sport and recreation facilities. The class members tour numerous facilities on field trips to large and small, for‐profit and non‐profit facilities including prep schools, colleges/universities, YMCAs, ice arenas, summer camps, private fitness facilities, municipal facilities and playgrounds, and specialized venues (such as curling and rock climbing). Students will study and discuss client needs and the theories involved in planning, constructing, and managing facilities. Throughout the course, consideration is given to the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) guidelines, and “green” environmentally‐sound construction practices and materials incorporating LEED Certification (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) standards. Throughout the semester, each student will make several presentations based on research of facility needs, construction, and equipment and furnishings. The course will culminate with the presentation of a group project which will reflect a foundation and expanse of knowledge in the field. Prerequisites: SM 1510 /KI 1510 or BU 1110 , BU 2220 , and BU 2510 ; 60 credits. Offered every fall. (4 Credits)
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SM 3720 - Event Management
Event management is a form of marketing promotion activity where the organization and its brand are linked to a themed activity that the target audience experiences. The class members will create, market, and sponsor an activity for an off‐campus or on campus event; the event will be reviewed from the initial idea, to the development of a plan, to the execution and evaluation of the activity. Students also will learn to use fundraising techniques, manage volunteers, and write press releases. Prerequisites: BU 2510 & 60 credits, or permission of instructor. Offered every year. (4 Credits)
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SM 3730 - Sport Finance
This course provides an analysis of financial concepts and theories and their application in the professional, intercollegiate, and commercial sport industries. Topics include revenues and expenses of professional, intercollegiate, non‐profit community and for‐profit sport industries. The course will examine the drivers of these revenues and expenses, budgeting methods, economic impact, fundraising, ownership in sport, and public and private funding for non‐profit sport programs. Prerequisites: BU 2220 . (4 Credits)
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SM 3990 - Topics in Sport and Recreation Management
A changing selection of courses designed to offer a variety of enrichment studies in Sport and Recreation Management. Recent topics courses offered have included: Risk Management Strategies; Advanced Coaching Seminar: Management & Leadership; Sport Literature; The “Greening” of Sport; The Ancient Olympics. Variable Credit (1‐4) Since topics change, the course may be repeated for credit for different topics.
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SM 4710 (KI 4710) - Legal Issues in Sport and Recreation
This course will familiarize students with basic legal concepts and relevant legal issues pertaining to athletics, sports, physical education, outdoor education, recreation, and leisure activities. Through text and case law readings, lecture, and discussion the course will focus on negligence within activity itself and with equipment, facilities, supervision, and employees, with the ultimate objective of minimizing and managing legal risks within the industry. Additionally, diverse legal issues will be covered such as contracts, business structures, standards of practice, arbitration and mediation, criminal behavior, emergency care, products liability, and more. Class members also take a field trip to a large event (usually the Boston Marathon) to identify the numerous legal issues involved at such an event. Prerequisites: 60 credits. Offered every year. (4 Credits)
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SM 4810 - Directed Study in Sport and Recreation Management
This is a course of study to be arranged between faculty and student in the field of Sport and Recreation Management. Contract required. Variable Credit (1‐4) May be repeated for credit for different topics.
Variable Credit (1‐4) |
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SM 4830 - Independent Study in Sport and Recreation Management
This study allows for advanced, independent study of a selected topic arranged with a faculty member. Contract required. Variable Credit (1‐4)
Variable Credit (1‐4) |
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SM 4910 - Internship in Sport and Recreation Management
Qualified students apply knowledge and theories gained in class in their internship setting. Students may work with cooperating employers on either a full‐ or part‐time basis to achieve predefined objectives that have been developed and accepted by the student, the employer, and a faculty supervisor. The student’s internship is developed under the guidance of a Sport and Recreation Management faculty member. With permission of faculty member. Contract required. Variable credit (1‐16)
Variable credit (1‐16) |
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SM 4920 - Practicum in Sport and Recreation Management
This practical experience is designed to offer insight and experiential learning in a student’s area of interest, or to broaden a student’s understanding and exposure to various settings related to sport and recreation management. Students actively participate and assist in determining the placement setting, which may include: management of recreation and intramural programs, coaching, fitness center programming & management, facility management, event management, or numerous other related areas. Students taking this course will engage in hands‐on experiences supervised by a professional in the specific area of expertise, will establish personal learning objectives for the experience, will reflect and self‐assess on demonstrated skill development and the transferability of learned skills and concepts to future experiences. Students will work closely with the advisor and/or field experience faculty supervisor to determine an appropriate experiential opportunity which is consistent with the student’s goals and interests. It is strongly recommended that the sport and recreation management major enroll in the first field experience in the sophomore year. Prerequisites: SM 1510 , and permission of faculty supervisor. Variable credit (1‐4) May be repeated for credit with varying site experiences.
Variable credit (1‐4) |
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SM 4950 - Senior Seminar in Sport and Recreation Management: Issues in Professional Practice
Senior Seminar serves as the capstone course for the major. The course will bring together all previous coursework in preparing students for a career in the profession. Issues in professional practice will be covered through a variety of assignments: essays and discussion, a daily review of “current events” topics pertinent to the profession, a major research paper and presentation to the College community, and a group project and in‐class evaluation (recently ranging from leading on‐campus projects, to participating as a focus group for Danforth Library’s online products). Additionally, the Seminar will engage students in the various job search techniques: all students will write a resume, a list of references, and several letters of application; students will locate job sources, develop interview skills and engage in mock interviews, and practice professional preparation and presentation. Prerequisites: 90 credits. (4 Credits)
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Sociology |
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SO 1110 - Introduction to Sociology
This course introduces students to the dynamic and varied discipline of sociology. It provides an overview of major concepts, perspectives, and methods used in sociological inquiry. Students are encouraged to look at society and its institutions in new ways, and to identify and challenge social injustice. (4 Credits)
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SO 2040 - U.S. Social Problems
The U.S. faces many challenging social problems, including economic insecurity and poverty, family and school violence, spiraling health care costs, racial and religious intolerance/discrimination, environmental degradation, substance abuse and addiction, homelessness, and so on. In this course, students will learn about the causes and human consequences of these and other problems through readings, films, guest speakers, web‐based research and visits to various community sites. Equally important, the class will explore public and private initiatives that are attempting to address these problems. Students will be encouraged to reflect on some of the ways they can help ameliorate the problems that they care about the most. (4 Credits)
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SO 2220 - Global Social Problems
This course explores pressing global problems like poverty, war, discrimination against women, human trafficking, political repression, human rights violations, refugee resettlement, terrorism, and global warming, deforestation and other environmental challenges. Readings, films and guest speakers from or working in solidarity with the people of countries around the world will help students understand these problems, learn about some of the many organizations and agencies that are working on them, and gain insight into the diverse job opportunities there are in international development, human rights advocacy, conflict mediation, and related fields. (4 Credits) Not open to students who have taken SO 3040.
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SO 2550 - Social Issues Through Film
In this course we will examine important social and human rights issues and controversies as they are expressed in film. Poverty, war, genocide, racism, hate crime, and human slavery will be among the topics explored. In the case of each film, we will ask questions like: What specific social issues/problems are touched upon? To what extent does the film provide useful and credible insights about a social issue/problem? Does the film advocate a position on an issue, and if so, how persuasive it it? Is this film effective is raising awareness about, or moving people to action on, the issue/problem in question? What are the filmmaker’s intentions in creating this film? Students will reflect on these and other questions in class discussions, through web based research, and in short papers. (4 Credits)
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SO 2850 (CO 2850) - Social Media
In this course we will explore the development and uses of social media as well as some of the social issues / controversies (e.g., cyber‐bullying, privacy rights, impact on interpersonal skills) that have emerged with this rapidly evolving form of communication. In addition, students will have opportunities to build upon their knowledge of the many social media platforms and tools now available, and learn how they can be applied in their professional lives - non‐profit fundraising, journalism, social advocacy, and so on. (4 Credits)
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SO 3060 - Social Inequality
Power in the U.S. and in the world ‐ its causes and consequences ‐ will be examined in this course. This is essentially a study of political and economic power and powerlessness. Specific topics to be discussed include poverty, hunger, homelessness, welfare, class conflict, racism, and sexism. (4 Credits)
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SO 3100 - Health and Society
This course examines many important health and illness topics relevant to the people of the United States and the world, such as HIV/AIDS, world hunger, infant mortality, life expectancy, illness prevention, the medical community, inequality and its relationship to health, environmental factors related to health, and more. Very much included in this course will be a look at the U.S. health care system, the recent health care reform debate and an examination of other health care systems in the world. (4 Credits)
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SO 4500 (PS 4500) - Social Advocacy and Action
Social advocacy is about developing an informed position on a public issue and actively working to build support for this position among others who are opposed to it or unclear about where they stand. The advocate not only believes in a position, but makes a concerted public effort to insure that it prevails over competing perspectives when funds are allocated, policies are established, or other actions taken. In this course we will explore various forms of individual and collective advocacy used to advance a certain position on a social issue and ask: Why, and under what conditions, have some been effective and others not? What makes for an effective advocate? Students will be given many opportunities to grapple with these questions and, through various hands‐on assignments and projects, help cultivate their own social advocacy skills - skills that are useful, if not indispensable - in many settings. (4 Credits)
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Spanish |
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SP 1110 - Beginning Spanish I
Emphasis is on oral practice, review of basic linguistic structure, and reading and writing to develop an active command of the language. Designed for those whose study of Spanish has been interrupted for a significant amount of time and for those who have had only two years of high school Spanish or no previous experience. Offered upon sufficient demand (4 Credits)
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SP 1120 - Beginning Spanish II
This class is a continuation of Beginning Spanish I. Emphasis is on oral practice, review of basic linguistic structure, and reading and writing to develop an active command of the language. Prerequisites: SP 1110 or equivalent. (4 Credits)
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SP 2110 - Intermediate Spanish I
Complete literary texts; review of language structure; and oral and written expression of ideas. Discussion and papers in Spanish. Open to students who have passed both semesters of Beginning Spanish or who have had three years or more of high school Spanish. Prerequisites: SP 1120 or equivalent. (4 Credits)
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SP 2120 - Intermediate Spanish II
This class is a continuation of Intermediate Spanish I. Students can expect to read complete literary texts; review of linguistic structure; oral and written expression of ideas. Discussion and papers in Spanish. Prerequisites: SP 2110 or equivalent. (4 Credits)
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Social Work |
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SW 1110 - Introduction to Social Work
This course affords students the opportunity to develop an understanding of the social work profession. The many facets of social work - theory, methods, and fields of practice - will be examined. (4 Credits)
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SW 2420 (PS 2420) - Systems of Care
This course is a “must” for any student who is interested in pursuing a career in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Child and Family Welfare, Mental Health, and in particular, Children’s Mental Health. Students will be afforded to opportunity to learn about the history, philosophy, and concepts of Systems of Care, as well as how Systems of Care can have a transformative effect in the lives of the individuals experiencing social and emotional difficulties and their families. Offered every spring. (4 credits)
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SW 4000 - Social Work Methods and Practicum
This course is the foundation for the study of the methods employed by social workers to assist individuals, families, groups, communities, and society at large. Students will learn the values, theoretical perspectives, and skills utilized in the practice of social work on the micro level (individuals, groups, organizations) and macro level (communities and society). This course is also an opportunity to receive practical experience in a social work setting. Students will be required to complete 70 hours of fieldwork in an approved professional social work setting. (4 Credits)
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Theatre |
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TH 1210 - Acting Fundamentals (for non - majors)
An introduction to the use and development of the fundamental tools of the actor through lectures, discussions, critical analysis, and practice, with an emphasis on acting exercises, improvisation, monologues and scene study. Offered every fall. (4 Credits) Not Open to students who have taken TH 1211.
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TH 1211 - Acting One - For Majors and Minors
This course is designed for the student who has a background in Acting. Emphasis is placed on taking this student deeper into the realm of playing which is at the heart of all acting. Students will participate in acting exercises, improvisation, monologues and scene study. Offered during the first seven weeks of every spring. (2 Credits)
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TH 1220 - Production Management
Designed to provide students with a basic understanding of the process of theatrical production from conception to execution and evaluation. Particular emphasis is placed on the hierarchy and careers of the theatre, the process of designers, directors and actors and more detailed experience with the elements of stage management. Offered during the second seven weeks of every spring. (2 Credits)
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TH 1310 - Seminar in Technical Theatre: Scenery
A concentrated course on the planning, methodology and construction of scenery for the theatre. Specific areas of study will include reading and interpreting shop drawings, basic woodworking tool use, and fundamental techniques of scenery construction. Practical application through crew work on departmental productions is stressed and required. Offered during the first seven weeks of every fall. (2 Credits)
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TH 1320 - Seminar in Technical Theatre: Stage Lighting
A concentrated course on modern stage lighting principles and practice. Specific areas of study include electrical theory and safety, stage lighting instruments, and distribution control. Practical application through crew work on departmental productions is stressed and required. Offered during the second seven weeks of every fall. (2 Credits)
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TH 2010 - Theatre Lab
Members of this class will become involved in a main stage or student‐directed production in a significant acting, directing or technical role. Prerequisites: Permission of instructor required. This course requires an average of three (1 credit) to twelve (4 credits) hours per week of production participation. Offered every semester. Variable Credits (1‐4) May be repeated for credit.
Variable Credits (1‐4) |
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TH 2210 - Character Development
An acting course that emphasizes character development through role and scene analysis. Particular emphasis is placed on the scoring of the role using a variety of exercises and journal work. Prerequisites: TH 1210 or TH 1211 . Offered the first seven weeks every fall. (2 Credits)
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TH 2230 - Movement for the Performer
A theatrically‐oriented dance course for the performer. This course explores alternative movement forms through the use of music, masks, properties and furniture. Students participate in exercises and develop presentations in an effort to experience varying and innovative techniques through which the performer can communicate. Offered every fall. (4 Credits)
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TH 2430 - Survey of Western Drama
A text‐centered investigation of drama, the physical theatre, and modes of production from the ancient Greeks to the 21st century. This course is offered every spring. (4 Credits)
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TH 2440 - Production Analysis
Designed to provide students with a richer understanding of the process of theatrical production from conception to execution and analysis. This course focuses on the Theatre Department Main stage production. Through readings, discussions, and lecture, students will examine the text of the play itself as well as other plays by that particular author. We will also examine the historical, theoretical and social context surrounding the text. Particular emphasis will be on creating connections between the production and the textual and historical material. For example: A production of Mother Courage and Her Children would result in a course that focuses on that play, other representative plays by Bertolt Brecht and his theories on Epic Theatre. Offered every fall. (4 Credits) May be repeated for credit.
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TH 2520 - Speech for the Performer
A concentrated course that continues the work of Character Development with particular emphasis on speech and voice work. The fundamentals of voice work including relaxation, alignment, breath awareness, and the strengthening of resonance and tone will be explored. Students will apply voice work to various classical and contemporary texts. Offered the second seven weeks of every fall. (2 Credits)
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TH 3240 - Directing
The goal of this course is to develop and discover an understanding of the responsibilities, resources and process of the theatrical artist known as the director through lecture, discussion and class exercise. This hands‐on creative approach will explore the journey of the director from casting to production through exercises and scene work. Offered every spring. (4 Credits)
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TH 3320 - The Design Process
An exploration of the process of theatrical production design (scenery, lighting, and costumes). Specific areas of study include design history, theory, and script analysis. Offered the first seven weeks of every spring. (2 Credits)
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TH 3420 - Play Analysis
An in‐depth examination of script analysis utilizing plays representative of a variety of genres and time periods. We will utilize a detailed process of evaluating a plays structure and content through the examination of triggers and heaps, stasis and intrusion, obstacle and conflict, forwards, character, images, and themes. This course is offered every fall. (4 Credits)
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