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BUS 230 - Financial and Managerial Accounting
This course introduces domestic and international theories and methods of using accounting systems information technology to solve problems and evaluate performance throughout the business lifecycle. The course explores financial and managerial accounting topics emphasizing the analysis of financial statements and managerial decision techniques.
Prerequisite(s): MGT 101
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BUS 233 - Micro & Macro Economics
This course Introduces economic theory and analysis as they apply to personal and organizational decision-making. Examines economic concepts used to describe, explain, evaluate, predict, and address key social, political, economic problems of domestic and international businesses.
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BUS 236 - Statistics for Business
This course introduces the uses of information technology (MIS, Big Data) for data gathering, organization, and analysis. Covers descriptive statistics, probability, and inferential statistics. Includes measures of central tendency, dispersion, skew, probability distributions, interval estimation, hypothesis testing, correlation, regression, and multiple regressions.
Prerequisite(s): MGT 101
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BUS 245 - International Organizational Behavior
International Organizational Behavior (IOB) focuses on the attitudes, behavior, and performance of people cross-cultural and multinational work arrangements. We focus on understanding and managing individual, group, organizational, and cultural factors. We will explore applications of IOB concepts to performance, conflict, and change management.
Prerequisite(s): MGT 101
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BUS 317 - Personal Finance
Personal Finance is the process of sourcing and using funds to achieve personal objectives. The course outlines a wide variety of financial instruments available for managing money. Applications include: personal financial statements, insurance, social security, investments, tax, retirement, estate planning, and personal financial planning as a profession.
Prerequisite(s): Junior status.
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BUS 320 - Entrepreneurial & Corporate Finance
Finance is the process of sourcing and using funds to achieve business objectives. This course introduces theories, concepts, and tools for financial planning, analysis, evaluation, and decision making in businesses, nonprofits, and social enterprises.
Prerequisite(s): BUS 215 or BUS 233 and BUS 230 .
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BUS 330 - Entrepreneurial Marketing
This course examines the marketing-entrepreneurship interface including opportunity recognition, taking and managing risks, innovation and value co-creation aimed at solving problems, whether for the customers in the marketplace or for people confronting complexities of social issues. Key concepts of situational-market analysis, segmentation, new product-solution development, pricing and channels of distribution and convention/digital communication strategies are integrated. Focuses on development of self, reflective practice, and skills for True Teamwork.
Prerequisite(s): BUS 215 or BUS 233 .
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BUS 348 - Investments
Explores theories and techniques of investing, especially in the stock and bond markets. Highlights basic security analysis and portfolio management, as well as financial planning in a changing economic environment.
Prerequisite(s): BUS 320 and Junior status.
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BUS 369 - Global Business
Details strategies U.S. firms can use to compete globally. Course will covers international competition, competitive advantage, international trade, international political economy, importing, exporting, licensing, foreign direct investment, and globalization.
Prerequisite(s): MGT 101 and third-year standing.
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BUS 375 - Advertising and Promotion
Advertising, promotion, publicity, public relations, direct selling, and personal selling are processes for communication with current and prospective customers. Using problems and cases this course examines the marketing communication process, message development, media selection, management of the process, and evaluation of communication effects on consumer behavior.
Prerequisite(s): BUS 330 and Junior status.
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BUS 376 - Personal Selling
Interactive class that focuses on sales processes, sales strategies and sales skills needed to be successful in any product or service business. Course will help students understand the customer calls “value” and the importance of developing relationships.
Prerequisite(s): BUS 245 and junior standing.
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BUS 390 - Special Topics in Business
Course deals with significant economic, political, social, and ethical problems facing global businesses. Conducted as a seminar, discussions will be based on current journal articles.
Prerequisite(s): BUS major and Junior status.
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BUS 450 - Global Business Strategy
Taking a strategic approach to the challenges of managing the organization as a whole, this course examines the process, problems, and consequences of creating, implementing, and evaluating business strategy on a global scale.
Prerequisite(s): MGT 320, MGT 330, MGT 350 .
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Communication |
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COM 100 - Introduction to Communication Studies
This course provides an overview of the history, practices, and key areas of research that inform the discipline of communication studies. Students will be introduced to the applied concentrations within the major and will develop an understanding of various research methods and theories relevant to the discipline.
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COM 100 - Introduction to Communication Studies
This course provides an overview of the history, practices, and key areas of research that inform the discipline of communication studies. Students will be introduced to the applied concentrations within the major and will develop an understanding of various research methods and theories relevant to the discipline.
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COM 130 - Event Planning and Communication
Provides a comprehensive overview of elements and factors involved in the planning, production, and assessment of special events as well as the communication factors that dominate each phase of the process. Through a review of the literature, interaction with guest presenters, interviews with professionals including site visits, and a class produced half-day conference; students will learn both the components of a successful event and the required communication skills.
Prerequisite(s): COM 100 .
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COM 210 - Public Speaking
This course explains research, organization, writing, delivery, and critical analysis of oral presentations with attention to individual needs.
(Formerly COM 110.)
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COM 220 - Interpersonal Communication
This course explores communication strategies to interact more effectively in everyday, one-on-one relationships with family, friends, and co-workers.
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COM 230 - Listening
The study of the art of listening and its importance in our personal and professional lives. Students learn to analyze, assess, and improve their own listening abilities.
(Formerly COM 305.)
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COM 240 - Intercultural Communication
Examines concepts/constructs, theories, and empirical research pertinent to communication within and between cultures, with primary foci on contexts and relationships.
(Formerly COM 306.)
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COM 295 - Research Methods in Communication
Introduces the fundamentals of communication research. Topics include the scientific method, quantitative and qualitative approaches, research ethics, hypothesis testing, measurement issues, survey design, data analysis, and more.
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COM 295 - Research Methods in Communication
Introduces the fundamentals of communication research. Topics include the scientific method, quantitative and qualitative approaches, research ethics, hypothesis testing, measurement issues, survey design, data analysis, and more.
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COM 301 - Designing Effective Organizations
The study of organizational design and its impact on the efficiency and effectiveness of modern organizations. Students explore and discuss issues such as strategic planning and management, organizational effectiveness, power and politics, organizational culture and communication, and the designing of organizations for the information age.
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COM 302 - New Media and Public Relations
This course will explore current communication practices, including blogs, wikis, and social media (i.e. Facebook, and Twitter) to deconstruct the communication and business impact of these techniques and the impact on Public Relations.
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COM 303 - Communication Ethics
This course challenges students preparing for professional and business careers to make moral choices and develop questions when confronted by ethical dilemmas in real-life case studies.
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COM 310 - Family Communication
This course explores communication within the family unit, specific family relationships, and elements inherent in relationships. Activities are designed to improve specific communication skills and positively guide family communication behavior.
Previously offered as COM 315 Topic.
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COM 312 - Persuasion Theory
Explores influencing human behavior in socially acceptable ways. Looks into persuasion strategies from attitude change to audience analysis.
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COM 313 - Mass Media and Society
This course is a study of the impact of the media on the habits, customs and thinking of our times. Students explore topics that include:the relationships between mass media and society, social and ethical issues, and the media’s role in the nation’s history.
Formerly COM 315K.
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COM 315 - Topics in Communication Studies
Provides intensive study with selected areas of communication studies. Topics for consideration are at the discretion of the instructor and will change with each course offering.
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COM 316 - Training and Development
Credit(s): This is offered on credit/no credit basis only
Focuses on the role of communication in the training and development of human resources. Topics include: the role of training and development; identifying training needs; adult learning theory; instructional design; training evaluation; and approaches to work-force development. Case analysis and work in small groups is used extensively.
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COM 318 - Contemporary Public Relations
The course explores the study of public relations principles applied to organizations. This course examines the ways in which public relations theories and principles are applied to specific business situations.
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COM 319 - Leadership and Effective Communication
The course is the study of leadership, leadership styles, and leadership effectiveness in organizations. Students explore the connection between leadership and organizational communication.
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COM 321 - Small Group Communication and Leadership
Examines the roles, participation, decision-making, conflict, and leadership that emerge from communication within small groups across various settings.
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COM 322 - Computer Mediated Communication
This course addresses the study of the communication processes affected by our interactions with technologies. Students analyze the benefits and challenges that modern technology creates for effective human communication.
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COM 324 - Self-Leadership and Communication
This course explores the many ways that self-leadership skills may be enhanced through effective communication principles, strategies and techniques. Topics to be discussed include rebuilding personal infrastructures, establishing high standards and wide boundaries, eliminating tolerations in life, competing with the past, developing reserves, making the present perfect, becoming a problem-free zone, and much more. Offered on a credit/no credit basis only.
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COM 325 - Communication Campaigns
Introduces the planning, organizing, implementation, and evaluation of various educational, health, political, religious, and commercial campaigns. Communication campaigns are focused, large-scale efforts to exert social influence.
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COM 327 - Servant Leadership
Designed to introduce students to the study and application of servant-leadership, including concepts and tools that allow the serving leader to empower and equip all stakeholders of the organization.
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COM 330 - Health Communication
Introduces theory and research on communication in health and illness contexts, focusing on how messages from interpersonal, organizational, and media sources affect health belief and behavior.
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COM 331 - Communication and Social Change
This course approaches the study of communication and social change through direct community engagement activities. It uses communication theories and practices to demonstrate how communication strategy can help individuals and organizations advocate for social change.
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COM 336 - Communication Across the Lifespan
This course adopts a communication perspective of development over the lifespan. We examine what it means to age, the impact of aging on relationships and organizations, and communication patterns in contexts impacting and involving older adults.
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COM 340 - Health Policy and Advocacy
This course introduces concepts and strategies for policy changes to improve health based on current health issues. Course will include situational analysis, communication strategies, and messaging to advocate for policies affecting health.
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COM 345 - Leadership, Film, and Communication
The course initiates a thoughtful consideration of the nature of leadership as depicted in film. Through seeking understanding in dialogue with fellow learners, students are encouraged toward greater discernment of the person, the collective, and the context with regard to the dynamic systems involved in leadership. Film provides unique insights to investigate character and motive, as well as culture, allowing us to access meaning and significance through theoretical, analytic and dialogic inquiry.
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COM 351 - Writing for Public Relations
Teaches students the basic principles of writing public relations materials for a diverse audience using diverse media. Students will practice gathering, organizing, and checking information to write a variety of PR documents.
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COM 355 - Global Health Communication
Introduces important issues and key concepts of communication in global health. Focus will be placed on determinants of health, the burden of disease, health disparities, risk factors, and communication strategies.
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COM 397 - Internship
Provides on-the-job experience. Students may choose internships from approved list provided by Career Services, or they may make own arrangements within established guidelines by Career Services.
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COM 398 - Independent Project
Offers an opportunity for specialized study and to encourage intellectual curiosity, initiative, and sustained effort. Independent Studies must be sponsored by a faculty member, and approved by an academic department. Proposal forms for Independent Studies are available (in electronic form suitable for download) on the Student Records website.
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COM 400 - Advanced Project in Communication Studies
This course will give students an opportunity to develop advanced research skills necessary to design, execute, write, and present communication research in a particular area of interest identified by individual students.
Prerequisite(s): COM 295 or instructor consent.
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COM 412 - Conflict and Communication
This course studies human behavior with particular attention to the role of conflict across various contexts (interpersonal relationships, group/team, organizational settings and multi-cultural settings).
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COM 418 - Advanced Public Relations
This course addresses the advanced study of the discipline of public relations. Students learn the basic communication theories and professional practices necessary in a wide range of roles from publicity to promotion to public information, counseling and management. Students develop skills in written and oral communication, critical thinking, problem solving, research, and strategic planning.
Prerequisite(s): COM 318 or consent.
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COM 421 - Organizational Communication
The analysis of the role and importance of communication in organizations with special emphasis on corporations, not-for-profit institutions, government agencies, and other structures in which people work. The focus of the course is rooted in theories of organizational communication with applications to contemporary situations. Students must have access to a computer with Internet capabilities, and be familiar with using the Web for searching and sending e-mail with attachments.
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COM 480 - Senior Seminar in Communication
This capstone course, taken in the senior year by students majoring in Organizational Communication or Communication Studies, provides an end-of-the-program opportunity for the advanced study of communication in multiple everyday contexts.
Prerequisite(s): Senior status and major in Communication Studies.
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COM 480 - Senior Seminar in Communication
This capstone course, taken in the senior year by students majoring in Organizational Communication or Communication Studies, provides an end-of-the-program opportunity for the advanced study of communication in multiple everyday contexts.
Prerequisite(s): Senior status and major in Communication Studies.
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CMS 151 - Fundamentals of Programming
An introduction to the central themes of computing with the emphasis on creating machines that will solve a problem. This course will focus on problem-solving techniques coupled with programming robots. Includes the use of both a graphical software development system and the writing of simple programs using the Java language. No prior programming skills required. Does not count toward requirements for the CMS major or minor.
Prerequisite(s): High school algebra; basic computer usage skills.
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CMS 167 - Problem Solving: Selected Topic with Lab
Credit(s): Five semester-hour course
Introduction to fundamental aspects of programming, focusing on problem solving, software design concepts, and their realization as computer programs. Topics include: variables, procedural abstraction, control structures, iteration, representation of numbers, and data types. Introduction to high-level programming language to gain mastery of these principles provided in classroom activities and closed laboratory experiences.
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CMS 167L - Problem Solving: Selected Topic with Lab
Credit(s): Five semester-hour course
Introduction to fundamental aspects of programming, focusing on problem solving, software design concepts, and their realization as computer programs. Topics include: variables, procedural abstraction, control structures, iteration, representation of numbers, and data types. Introduction to high-level programming language to gain mastery of these principles provided in classroom activities and closed laboratory experiences.
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CMS 170 - Problem Solving II: Java & Lab
Develops discipline in program design, problem solving, debugging, and testing, with an introduction to data structures. Topics include: abstract data types, complexity analysis, and recursion. Basic data structures (queues, stacks, trees, and graphs) and transformations (sorting and searching) are introduced as representative of the fundamental tools that are used to aid in software development. A high-level programming language is used to construct programs of a moderate size.
Prerequisite(s): CMS 167 and CMS 167L .
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CMS 230 - Introduction to Computer Systems
Introduction to the study of how software controls the critical hardware components of a computer’s architecture - the CPU and RAM. Topics include development of C language programs, comparison of high-order procedural languages to machine language programs, CPU organization and functionality at the register/bus level, instruction formats, and development of machine language and assembly level programs using multiple addressing modes, flow-of-control branching and subroutine calls.
Prerequisite(s): CMS 170
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CMS 270 - Object-Oriented Design & Development
Object-oriented programming, event-driven programming, UML, unit testing, virtual machines, design patterns, exception handling, and user interfaces. Uses Java and assumes knowledge of a procedural or object-oriented language.
Prerequisite(s): CMS 170 .
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CMS 330 - System Software Principles
Short history of programming languages and their construction. Techniques of language translation including lexical analysis, grammars, and parsers. Analysis of the structure and functionality of modern operating system software, with emphasis on concurrent processes. Topics include: process scheduling, communication, and synchronization; API services; and design and development of concurrent program using OS features.
Prerequisite(s): CMS 230 .
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CMS 341 - Mobile App Development
Covers the development of mobile apps using an emulation system. Topics covered include application architectures, user interface design, graphics, location services, data persistence, web and network services and sensors.
Prerequisite(s): CMS 270 .
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CMS 371 - Developing Database Applications
Applies previous programming methodologies to developing database centric applications in a distributed, multi-user environment. Topics include ODBC methodologies, thin versus thick client considerations, programmatic manipulation of database objects, and security issues in a heterogeneous database environment. Students will need access to a PC on which to load the Microsoft software that will be used in the course.
Prerequisite(s): CMS 340 and CMS 375 .
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CMS 375 - Database Design and Development
Introduces design and implementation of database systems. Using a relational database as a backdrop, this course addresses design issues, structured query language (SQL), data integrity, normalization, transaction processing, writing triggers and stored procedures, and developing applications using a custom database language and with Java and JDBC. This course also explores NoSQL data models. Students will need access to a PC or Mac on which to load the database software that will be used in the course. Note: System requirements may vary from year to year.
Prerequisite(s): CMS 270 .
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CMS 380 - Simulation Analysis & Design
Explores the use of probability theory and statistical methods in the development of computer simulations used to study/model real-world phenomenon.
Prerequisite(s): CMS 270 .
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CMS 395 - Special Topics
Provides students with an intensive introduction to specialized areas such as computer simulation, assembler construction, computer architecture, symbolic computation, parallel and distributed processing, computer communication networks, computer security, VLSI system design, and programming tools. CMS 270 and consent.
Prerequisite(s): CMS 270 and consent.
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CMS 430 - Artificial Intelligence
Selective survey of key concepts and applications of artificial intelligence and an in-depth experience with a language commonly used for building AI systems (e.g., LISP or Prolog). Subtopics include knowledge representation, state space/searching, heuristic search, expert systems, expert system shells, natural language processing, propositional logic, learning and cognitive models, and vision.
Prerequisite(s): MAT 310 .
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CMS 450 - Computer Networks
Study of the technology, architecture, and software used by systems of network-connected computers. Topics include data transmission, local area network architectures, network protocols, inter-networking, distributed systems, security, and network applications such as email, WWW, and FTP. Students will develop programs that run concurrently on multiple computers.
Prerequisite(s): CMS 330 .
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CMS 484 - Computer Science Capstone
The Senior Capstone course provides a culminating and integrative educational experience. While participating on a team with other students, students will design and implement a large-scale software project. Class meetings will be used for teams to demonstrate the progress of their project as well as for the teams to meet and work. Team meetings outside of class will be required.
Prerequisite(s): One 400-level CMS course.
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CMS 495 - Special Topics
An intensive exploration of a specialized area of computer science.
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DAN 170 - Ballet I
Introduces fundamental concepts and historical background. Presents positions and barre exercises to build correct alignment, flexibility, strength, coordination, and ballet vocabulary.
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DAN 175 - Tap Dance I
Credit(s): 4
Introduces fundamental concepts and historical background. Covers basic time steps, waltz clog, triplets, shim-sham, buffalo, cramp roll, and soft-shoe, along with tap vocabulary.
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DAN 177 - Jazz I
Introduces fundamental concepts and historical background. Works in studio on body placement and alignment through highly-structured classical jazz warm-up (LUIGI). Values clarity and quality of movement, rhythm, style, and use of dynamics.
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DAN 179 - Modern Dance I
Introduces fundamental concepts and historical background. Focuses on style, phrasing, mood projection, and changing dynamics.
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DAN 200 - Dance in America
Studies relationships of choreographers, critics, and performers to historical trends in the art form. Links dance to contemporary political and social issues.
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DAN 203 - Dance History
Follows the evolution of Western concert dance from primitive times to the late twentieth century:dance in ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome; Ballet Comique; Opéra Ballet; Ballet d’Action; and Romantic ballet.
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DAN 210 - Dances of Other Cultures
Explores various regional and ethnic dances with a focus on non-Western dance as an expression of culture. Participation in selected dances will be augmented by lecture and film.
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DAN 220 - Women Leaders in American Modern Dance
Examines the women who led the modern dance movement from 1900 to present. Focuses on choreographic works and politics surrounding the development of modern dance in America through its leaders – Isadora Duncan, Ruth St. Denis, Doris Humphery, Martha Graham, Catherine Dunham, and Twyla Tharp.
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DAN 270 - Ballet II
Drills pirouettes and longer and more complex “adages” and “allegros.” Completes ballet theory and essentials of technique.
Prerequisite(s): DAN 170 or consent.
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DAN 275 - Tap Dance II
Explores technique on an intermediate level, including all time steps (buck, soft-shoe, traveling, wing), Irish-over, Cincinnati, draw-backs, pick-ups, wings, maxiford, and riffs. Stresses speed, accuracy, and performance ability.
Prerequisite(s): DAN 175 or instructor consent. May be repeated for credit.
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DAN 277 - Jazz II
Concentrates studio work on more complicated combinations, changes of direction, and initiation of pirouettes. Includes historical research, critical studies, and vocabulary building.
Prerequisite(s): DAN 177 or consent.
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DAN 279 - Modern Dance II
Builds on technique and includes history, theory, and vocabulary.
Prerequisite(s): DAN 179 or consent.
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DAN 300 - Dance Composition
Introduces dance composition. Highlights personal invention, solo and group focus, and evaluative process in basic choreography. Includes readings and writings on choreographers and choreography.
Prerequisite(s): DAN 394 or consent. Intended for dance minors. May be repeated for credit.
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DAN 380 - Studies in Dance
Delves into particular period, choreographer’s work, or special issue, depending on interest of students and faculty.
May be repeated for credit.
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DAN 394 - Intermediate/Advanced Dance Technique
Offers heightened movement experience with greater emphasis on technical development and performance. Includes weekly classes in ballet, jazz, and modern dance.
Prerequisite(s): Consent. May be repeated for credit.
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DAN 420 - Labanotation
Teaches system of movement notation invented by Rudolph Van Laban and used in dance, sports, science, and other research areas. Does not require knowledge of dance. Consists of lecture, studio work, and movement-recording exercises.
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DAN 422 - Dance Production
Assigns students to performing or technical/design role in production.
Prerequisite(s): Consent.
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ECO 108 - Quantitative Methods for Economics
Certain quantitative concepts and skills are necessary for economic analysis. This course introduces these concepts and develops the applied quantitative skills needed for a more complete comprehension of economics. Demonstration of the applicability of these concepts to economic topics such as economic growth, cost-of-living, inflation, investment decision-making, and market supply and demand are illustrated.
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ECO 121 - Economics of Contemporary Issues
Applies elementary tools of economic analysis to issues of national and social importance.
Not open to students who are enrolled in or have completed ECO 212 or ECO 213.
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ECO 126 - Economics and Public Policy
Examines U.S. macroeconomic policies and effects on inflation, unemployment, rate of growth of GDP, budget deficit, and other current policy questions.
Not open to students who are enrolled in or have completed ECO 212 or ECO 213.
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ECO 130 - Democracy and Economics
Assesses difficulties, successes, and potentials of economic institutions with democratic rules. Evaluates the nature of democratic control both for economic efficiency and alternative criteria. Highlights traditional analysis based on property rights.
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ECO 135 - The Global Economy
Explores multilateral and bilateral political economy relationships. Touches upon the historical development of global economic integration, global economic geography, major institutional features of contemporary international economic relations, current conflicts of interest, and the likely future evolution of world systems.
Not open to students who are enrolled in or have completed ECO 212 or ECO 213.
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ECO 140 - Nonprofit Economics: Analysis of the “Third Sector”
Analyzes organizations that are neither government nor privately controlled for the profit of owners, including charities, foundations, membership associations, cooperatives, mutuals, and other third-sector entities. Requires volunteer work at a local third-sector organization.
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ECO 142 - Political Economy of the Media
Dissects print, film, broadcast, cable, and new electronic media in U.S. today. Questions economic structure of media institutions, differing viewpoints of media sources, and role of media in resolving current political/economic issues. Reviews journalistic and academic works, as well as video and audio recordings (including international short-wave news and program broadcasts), newspapers, magazines, and publications of citizen and government groups.
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ECO 202 - Introduction to Economics in Historical Perspective
Any analysis of contemporary societies requires some degree of familiarity with the history, concepts, tools, assumptions, policies, and philosophical positions that together describe the economy and it’s evolution over time. In the words of one of my favorite economists: “The purpose of studying economics is not to acquire a set of ready-made answers to economic questions, but to learn how to avoid being deceived by economists.” (Joan Robinson, 1955)
Suitable for non-majors.
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ECO 203 - Principles of Micro and Macroeconomics
Introduces mainstream theories of consumer and firm behavior. Covers utility, cost and production, market structure, and the allocation of resources. Also examines aggregate economic behavior, including determination of national income, sources of inflation and unemployment, the banking system and money supply process, fiscal and monetary policy, economic growth, and international economic issues.
Prerequisite(s): ECO 202 . Suitable for nonmajors
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ECO 237 - International Economic Relations
An introduction to international trade and financial systems as practiced in the world today. Emphasis will be placed on trade and financial policies of both developed countries and less developed countries, as well as the international institutions created to accommodate international trade and finance.
Prerequisite(s): ECO 212 and 213.
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ECO 239 - Women and Work
Explores the effects of increasing numbers of working women on households and employment policies, earning differentials, company and government policies, comparison of women’s work issues with those of minorities, and valuation of household work.
Prerequisite(s): Sophomore status or consent. Suitable for nonmajors.
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ECO 242 - Economics, Media, Propaganda
Examines how economic rhetoric in the media is shaping popular understanding of political-economic issues and public policy. Consider the following quote: “The purpose of studying economics is not to acquire a set of ready-made answers to economic questions, but to learn how to avoid being deceived by economists.”
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ECO 254 - Latin American Economies
Stresses post-WWII economic issues of growth, inflation, unemployment, income and wealth distribution, and economic development, as well as connection between economic events and politics.
Suitable for nonmajors.
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ECO 277 - Economics and Cinema
This course focuses on how movies employ cinematographic artistry to address political-economic issues. It is designed for students with a genuine interest in cinema and in social issues. We will view a diverse selection of movies, discuss the economic issues they address, and analyze the artistic devices they use to convey them. As a final project, students will create and present a proposal for a movie including a synopsis of the story, its economic context, and an analysis of the ways it would express social-economic issues. Actual short pilot movies are very highly encouraged.
Suitable for non-majors.
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ECO 303 - Intermediate Microeconomics
Continues with mainstream theories of consumer and firm behavior, using mathematical as well as graphical techniques.
Prerequisite(s): ECO 108 , ECO 202 and ECO 203 .
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