Study of alcohol and drug abuse. Topics include theoretical perspectives on abuse, pharmacological characteristics of commonly abused substances, and stages of dependence and addiction. Overview of societal response to substance abuse including law enforcement, treatment, rehabilitation and prevention.
Social work interventions in a variety of correctional settings. Focuses on professional role in court and correctional procedures within institutional and community-based programs.
Provides an overview of physical, social and emotional implications of being differently abled within the context of generalist social work practice. Examines the life course of people who are differently abled, including the collaboration of families and community, the role of social workers and other health professionals, as well as presenting general issues related to services available, advocacy movements and social policy.
Develops the ability to use Spanish to conduct business in both the U.S. and abroad. Provides a solid foundation in the vocabulary and discourse related to the modern business office, economics, management, marketing, banking and other aspects of a business environment.
Provides an introduction to costumes for the stage through the application of design principles and costume construction techniques, including machine and hand sewing, flat patterning, and draping and fiber technology. Students furnish their own materials.
Analysis and interpretation of dramatic/theatrical texts covering a variety of styles and genres. Traditional and contemporary approaches to analysis are examined. Structural issues, historical/cultural contexts and production applications are explored.
Study of the art of Northern Europe, from the late 14th to the end of the 16th century, in relation to the larger historical, religious, social, economic and cultural contexts of this period. Focus is primarily on painting and printmaking.
Study of the art of selected women artists in relation to the historical and social contexts in which they worked and the professional opportunities available to them. Also examines how women have been represented in art, and how these images shape, reinforce or challenge society's beliefs about women and feminine gender roles.
Study of relationships between environmental features and the structure and function of wetland types. Emphasizes hydrology, biogeochemistry and species composition and examines effects of natural and human disturbances on wetland ecosystems.
Study of evolution, ecology and behavior of fishes, focusing on adaptations to the aquatic environment. Laboratory focuses on specific anatomy, some physiology and taxonomy, along with field techniques.
