Emphasizes a wide range of theoretical and applied perspectives on literacy instruction, motivation, instructional methods, skills and strategies, and models for instruction in grades 3-6. Content focuses on word study, fluency, vocabulary, comprehension and critical thinking in narrative, expository and digital texts.
A comprehensive exploration of hand-building techniques for the creation of both utilitarian vessels and nonfunctional ceramic sculpture. Emphasis is on learning professional-level use of ceramic studio tools and processes. Explore clay and glaze formulation, and learn both traditional and alternative firing processes. Students furnish their own materials.
Chronological survey of the history of photography, from its origins in the 19th century through contemporary practices. Explores the work of major photographers in relation to the larger historical, social and cultural contexts of their time.
Become equipped to address social and economic determinants of health through a culture of action for capacity-building in vulnerable populations to advocate for their own well-being. Gain actionable and applied experience in strategic health communication and cultivate deeper insights into achieving health equity.
A study of literature (written in English) by Asian American authors, including, but not limited to, U.S. authors of Japanese, Chinese, Korean, Vietnamese, Filipino and Pacific Islander ancestry in their historical and literary contexts. Analyze how literary texts represent the experience of diverse peoples covered under the umbrella term “Asian American,” exploring intersections of inequity based on dimensions of identity, including, but not limited to, class, race, gender, LGBTQIA+, disability, national origin, religion and/ or immigrant status.
Study of documentary cinema, with particular emphasis on critical and theoretical issues that documentary has historically faced, such as the representation of reality, the politics of representation, the intersection of individual and cultural memory, and the rhetoric of cinematic arguments, among other potential subjects.
Provides a practical introduction to the most important theories and concepts in corporate finance and investments, and shows how they can be applied using Excel and other analytical tools. Covers topics such as time value of money, capital budgeting, portfolio analysis, and firm and security valuation.
Those pursuing careers in the health sciences develop the professional disposition and skills necessary to be successful in their respective graduate programs and/or career fields. Through experiental learning, transfer knowledge obtained through core and elective coursework to a health care setting.
Study fundamental theories of communications and aspects of the marketing mix, and gain practical know-how in the field of social media marketing. Introduces social media marketing using a combination of lecture and interactive hands-on learning experience. Compare different social media platforms and evaluate campaign performance. Gain a first-hand account of best practices on how social media marketing is conducted.
Examine and analyze diverse, artistic approaches to music video through classroom screening and discussion. Study related music and film concepts, techniques and design principles. Respond to creative prompts to develop a music video treatment. Through demonstrations and hands-on practice, learn video editing software and produce original music videos. Studio work outside of class and group critique of students’ work required.
The study of theory related to nursing care of children and adolescents with acute and chronic disorders. Integrates concepts from previous courses in the natural, behavioral and nursing sciences and introduces theories of structure, development and function of families.
Focus on nursing care to childbearing families, and exploration of current, applicable research. Self-care and participation of family members emphasized. Topics include conditions that place the client at risk and selected acute and chronic maternal disorders.
Examines the philosophical questions arising from the scientific study of mental disorders and the practice of psychiatry. Topics include the nature of mental disorder, mind-body relationship, rationality, personal identity and agency, and the ethics of treatment.
Covering topics such as policing, the rights of the accused, race, gender issues, juvenile justice and mass incarceration. Explore how the law affects a variety of at-risk populations. Understand how politics and policy decisions help shape the way in which the law is applied to a variety of different people in a variety of situations. With this knowledge, learn how one can be an advocate for others through the legal system.
Advanced students pursue their own research project under the direction of a faculty member, or assist a faculty member in a research project. Involves in-depth reading program or the collection and analysis of data from primary sources.
