The Elmira College Undergraduate Catalog

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The Elmira College Undergraduate

Catalog

2022 - 2023

Academic Year

September 7, 2022

Volume II

Information in this Catalog is current as of the date of publication. Unexpected changes may occur during the academic

year. The listing of a course or program in this Catalog, therefore, does not constitute a guarantee or contract that the

particular course or program will be offered during a given year.

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Table of Contents

An Introduction to Elmira College………………………………………………………………

Campus Life……………………………………………………………………………………………...

Special Academic Opportunities………………………………………………………………….

Academic Services and Regulations……………………………………………………………..

The Baccalaureate Degree……………………………………………………………………………

The Associate Degree………………………………………………………………………….………

Undergraduate Majors and Courses of Instruction……………………………….……….

Payment Schedule…………………………………………………………………………….………..

179

Refund Schedule………………………………………………………………………….…………….

180

Aid Eligibility………………………………………………………………….…………………………

181

College Directory…………………………………………………………………………….………...

184

Index…………………………………………………………………………….……………….………….

195

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An Introduction to Elmira College

Elmira College is a private, coeducational liberal arts college in the southern Finger Lakes region of New

York State.

Each academic program is built upon a strong general education in the liberal arts and sciences, with

a blending of hands-on, immersive learning with industry-level knowledge and the liberal arts tradition.

Students also participate in field experiences or projects related to career goals, and the College provides

a wide range of other off-campus learning options, including a Community Engagement and Internship

requirement.

The College seeks to blend theory with practice beyond the classroom with co-curricular experiences in

intercollegiate athletics, career planning, campus life, student activities, and student leadership

opportunities–all of which complement academic programs.

There is more to a college, however, than its majors, courses, and co-curricular programs. Elmira College

takes pride in the talent, commitment, and dedication of its faculty and staff. Additionally, alumni and

friends contribute greatly to the success of the College and to the quality of education it offers.

We take equal pride in the more intangible but equally important human dimensions of our people—

their spirit of caring, empathy, openness and sensitivity. We believe these qualities are crucial in helping

students develop their own paths of exploration and self-discovery. The holistic development of our

students is at the heart of the mission of Elmira College and a key component of its tradition of

transforming lives.

Elmira College Mission Statement

Grounded in the liberal arts and sciences, Elmira College provides a collaborative and supportive

environment that enables students to become active learners, effective leaders, responsible community

members, and globally engaged citizens. Proud of its history and tradition, the College is committed to

the ideals of community engagement and intellectual and personal growth.

Accreditation and Memberships

Elmira College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, 3624 Market

Street, Second Floor West, Philadelphia, PA 19104, (267) 284-5000. The Commission on Higher

Education is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the United States Secretary of Education

and the Commission on Recognition of Postsecondary Accreditation. Elmira College is registered for

teacher education by the New York State Education Department. Elmira College is a member of the

Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation (AAQEP). Pursuant to §52.21 of the

Regulations of the Commissioner of Education, the educator programs offered by Elmira College are

considered to be continuously accredited for purposes of meeting the New York State requirement that all

such programs maintain continuous accreditation. The Nursing program is accredited by the

Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing Inc., 3343 Peachtree Road, NE, Suite 850, Atlanta,

GA 30326, (404) 975-5000, www.nlnac.org.

The College is a member of The National Collegiate Athletic Association, the National Association of

Independent Colleges and Universities, the Council of Independent Colleges, and other national and

regional councils and associations.

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Charter and Curricula

Founded in 1855, Elmira College is chartered by the Regents of the University of the State of New

York. Curricula are registered with the New York State Education Department and are approved for the

education of veterans and dependents of deceased and one hundred percent disabled veterans. The

College is authorized under federal law to enroll nonimmigrant alien students.

Academic Programs

Graduation and major requirements serve as guides for students and academic advisors in the planning

of individual degree programs. They represent the basic accomplishments necessary for an earned

certificate or degree and reflect the College’s philosophy of education. Formal on-campus instruction is

enhanced through Elmira College’s Field Experience programs and other special academic opportunities.

Students may spend the Spring Term in a variety of important programs such as studying marine biology

on the Bahamian island of San Salvador or select other Elmira College study abroad opportunities.

Campus Life

The out-of-class life on the campus offers a significant number of opportunities for students to

participate in social, cultural, recreational and athletic activities. Many activities and events are organized

for student development, participation and enjoyment. The College has traditionally held that the

out-of-class environment makes a significant contribution to a student’s overall experience.

Research and theory note that each student enters college at a different developmental level. As is the

case in many aspects of academic life, an effort is made to consider individual preparation levels. Students

are urged to become involved in their personal development in a manner that complements academic

development. We expect each student to take the initiative necessary to become an involved campus

citizen, and access the many resources available for personal development. We strongly encourage students

to seek out opportunities to develop leadership skills, such as active involvement in Student Association,

class officer elections, and service on executive boards of clubs and organizations.

Orientation

Elmira College has a unique series of programs designed to introduce new students and their families

to the College community. During the summer, members of the new class are encouraged to attend one

of our Summer Orientation programs. At this time, students will work with an academic advisor to

complete their course registration for the Fall Term. Parents are encouraged to participate with their

student and will have an opportunity to meet many members of the College community. Our goal is to

provide vital information about the College.

Prior to the beginning of classes for the Fall Term and Winter Term, the College holds an orientation

program for all new students. Orientation is designed to help students transition to college life. This event

is designed to support the academic and social success of our students.

Residence Requirements

All students will be required to reside in College housing. Exceptions to this policy include the

following:

•Married students

•Part-time for the academic year

•Veterans of military service (having been deployed and/or providing DD214 paperwork (those in

ROTC, Reserves, or basic training do NOT receive exemption)

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•Home ownership (student name is sole name on mortgage) in Elmira or within 30 miles for Elmira

College. Houses owned by investment groups or corporations (groups or company name is on

mortgage) of which a student or family member is a part will NOT be considered for automatic

permission.

•Students residing with their parents/guardians or biological children within commuting distance

(thirty miles from campus)

•Students twenty-three years of age or older on/by the start of Term I

Students currently residing on campus who meet the above criteria and wish to live off campus must

complete the Request to Live Off Campus form available in the Office of Residence Life. The request will

be reviewed by the Assistant Dean of Students.

All students over the age of twenty-three desiring on-campus housing will need to meet with the Assistant

Dean of Students before housing is provided. A determination will be made as to whether or not the

residence halls will suit a non-traditional aged student’s needs. Final decisions are also based on available

space in the residence halls and the suitability of living requirements.

Part-time students are those persons who register for fewer than 9 credits during Fall Term or Winter

Term, or who enroll for fewer than 4 credits during Spring Term or Spring A Term. Part-time students

who wish to live in a college residence should contact Assistant Dean of Students, Office of Campus Life,

Campus Center, (607) 735-1821, for further information. To qualify, students must be matriculated and

registered for coursework on at least a half-time basis.

Any student whose housing is revoked will be dismissed from the College unless the student lives within

commuting distance (thirty miles) and the student resides with their parents.

Room selections are generally made for the academic year. The Spring Term is viewed as an extension

of the Winter Term, and those students who select Fall Term housing will be obligated for the remainder

of the year.

Students who are dismissed for academic reasons are eligible for a refund according to the refund policy.

Students who are dismissed for disciplinary reasons are not eligible for any refund for the currently

enrolled term.

Career Services

The Carol and Robert Morris Office of Career Services offers a variety of resources to assist students

and alumni in the career exploration and development process. Students experience personal and

professional growth by utilizing the following services:

Self-Assessment of Interests, Skills, Values and Personality

through:

•Career coaching and counseling

•Community Engagement

•Job shadowing networking and field experience opportunities

•Completing and discussing results from the MBTI, Strong Interest Inventory and

Strengths Finder

Development of Career Exploration and Search Strategies

through:

•Career-Related Internships

•Mock interviews

•Workshops on various career planning

•Resume/CV and cover letter assistance

•Planning for Graduate School

•Networking and conducting informational interviews with alumni and friends of the College

•Recruitment and networking events

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The Office of Career Services is located within the Center for Academic and Professional Excellence

(CAPE) on the first floor of the Gannett-Tripp Library. Students, alumni and employers are encouraged

to visit the office or contact Career Services at [email protected] or 607-735-1830 to learn more about

services and opportunities offered.

Student Success and Tutoring Services

Student Success and Tutoring Services located in the George W. Howell Tutoring Center promotes the

academic success and development of Elmira College students by fostering academic and growth in a

comfortable and supportive environment. Student Success and Tutoring Services helps students in

developing strategies that strengthen academic skills in such areas as note-taking, study habits, test-taking

strategies, and time management.

Our goal is to increase the persistence and success of our students by providing the following services:

•Tutoring

•Success Coaching

•Supplemental Instruction

•Referral to appropriate campus resources

•Workshops focused on academic success strategies

•Assistance with the transition to college

Student Success and Tutoring Services provides support in cooperation with faculty by utilizing peer

tutoring assistance. Students are encouraged to meet with their professor, attend class regularly and

attempt all assignments prior to requesting a meeting with a tutor. Our services are for students

experiencing academic difficulties as well as students who want to enhance their academic performance.

For more information or to seek direct support from Student Success and Tutoring Services, contact

studentsuccess@elmira.edu or call (607) 735-1808.

The Writing Center

The Writing Center at Elmira College, located in the Gannett-Tripp Library, aims to support student

work in all forms of writing across the academic disciplines. Through one-on-one consultations and

workshops, we are committed to offering effective feedback and strategies to help students improve each

stage of their writing, from brainstorming to the final draft, all free of charge. Students may also conduct

their one-on-one consultations remotely.

Our goal is to make the Writing Center a warm, friendly environment that encourages students from

all majors and disciplines, both full-time and part-time students, to become more effective, more confident

writers.

To see tutor availability and make an appointment, log on to elmira.mywconline.com. Contact the

Writing Center with questions at [email protected].

Accessibility Services (Accommodations)

Elmira College is committed to providing access and accommodations to all students with documented

academic, medical, emotional, and/or physical disabilities, who require temporary or permanent

accommodation. Students must provide current documentation in a timely manner attesting to the

specific nature of their disability to Carolyn Draht, Academic Accommodations Coordinator, at

[email protected] or in McGraw Hall room 113. We encourage you to schedule a meeting

with Carolyn Draht to review documentation, discuss accommodations, and receive assistance with the

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process. For additional information or questions concerning accommodations, please contact your

instructor, academic advisor or Carolyn Draht, Academic Accommodations Coordinator, in McGraw

Hall, room 113, via e-mail at: [email protected], or call (607) 735-1857.

Clarke Health Center

Success as a student at Elmira College is as important to the institution as it is to every student and their

parents. The College realizes that although good health does not insure good grades, poor health is a

frequent cause of poor grades. We define wellness as not merely the absence of disease, but as productive

physical, mental and social well-being.

Health care has changed drastically in the past decade and the future holds exciting options for

individuals to enter a partnership with their health care providers. One of our goals at the Clarke Health

Center is to educate students so they can knowledgeably enter into such a relationship and take their places

as informed health care consumers.

The Clarke Health Center is staffed by registered nurses and a full-time Nurse Practitioner, Monday

through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Services available at the Clarke Health Center include assessment and treatment of illness and injury,

referrals to higher level of care-specialists, wellness programs and health education, allergy injections,

prescription management, immunizations and on site laboratory testing including mono, throat cultures

and blood glucose testing.

Medical Forms Required

In order for the Clarke Health Center to provide competent and thorough treatment, we require all

students to submit a completed Health History prior to arrival on campus.

The New York State Department of Health requires proof of immunity against Measles, Mumps and

Rubella. In addition, Elmira College requires the Meningitis vaccine (MCV) as well as COVID

vaccination; these immunizations are required unless you supply a medical or religious exemption. Failure

to comply within thirty days of arrival to campus will result in the withdrawal of the student from classes

until the mandated documentation is provided.

The required health information can be completed on the health portal, which is found at

elmira.studenthealthportal.com. The student will use their Elmira College username and password to log

into the portal. Click the “my forms” tab and complete the listed forms. The student will also need to

upload a copy of a recent physical exam, a complete list of all immunizations and the front and back of

the insurance card that will be used. These documents will be uploaded under the “document upload”

tab.

Health Insurance

Visits to the Clarke Health Center are billed to insurance, similar to the process that your primary care

provider uses. All students must carry health insurance while they are a student at Elmira College. Every

student is automatically enrolled in the College Health Insurance Plan. Students are STRONGLY

encouraged to call their insurance carrier to ensure that you are adequately covered during your time at

Elmira College. If there is not adequate coverage in this area, we encourage students to take advantage of

the College’s health plan. If the student is covered by their own family policy, the student has the option

to waive the College plan. The waiver procedure must be completed at the beginning of each academic

year. Students who do not waive the insurance by the deadlines published by the Business Office will be

responsible for paying the full cost of the plan. All International students MUST carry the College

insurance, as travel policies will not be accepted.

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Transcripts

Students may request an official transcript of all academic work taken at Elmira College by completing

the appropriate form available on the College’s website at Elmira.edu under the Academics/Registrar tab.

No one, other than the person themselves, may request a copy of an individual’s transcript. Copies will

be sent to other parties only upon a student’s signed request. Your hand-written signature or e-signature

is required for the release. There will be no exceptions to this regulation. Processing time, for all requests,

is three to five business days.

Transcript requests forms are located on www.elmira.edu under the Office of the Registrar link.

Veterans’ Information

Veterans who wish to enroll at Elmira College should contact their local Veterans Administration field

office or local office of the New York State Division of Veterans Affairs at the Veterans Affairs main web site

at http://www.va.gov, or phone 1-888-GIBILL-1 or 1-888-442-4551, VA Regional Office, P.O. Box 4616,

Buffalo, New York 14240-4616.

Elmira College participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program

, which is a

provision of the Post-9/11 GI Bill®.

In accordance with Title 38 US Code 3679 subsection (e), Elmira College adopts the following

additional provisions for any students using U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Post 9/11 G.I. Bill

(Ch. 33) or Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment (Ch. 31) benefits, while payment to the institution

is pending from the VA. Elmira College will not:

*Prevent nor delay the student’s enrollment;

*Assess a late penalty fee to the student;

*Require the student to secure alternative or additional funding;

*Deny the student access to any resources available to other students who have satisfied their

tuition and fee bills to the institution, including but not limited to access to classes, libraries, or

other institutional facilities.

However, to qualify for this provision, such students will be required to:

*Produce copies of original and updated Certificate of Eligibility (COE) by the first day of

class;

*Provide written request to be certified with the VA, to be sent from your Elmira College email

address to [email protected];

*Provide additional information needed to properly certify the enrollment as described in other

institutional policies, such as change in course registrations and changes in majors.

Elmira College also partakes in the Tuition Assistance Program for Active Duty, National Guard and

Reservist within their branch of service. Please contact your service branch Education Counselor or

Education Services Specialist (ESS), or Education Services Officer (ESO) for more information.

The Department of Defense requires the return of unearned TA funds on a proportional basis through

at least the 60 percent portion of the course regardless of the reason for withdrawal (service-related or

otherwise). The return of any TA funds will be returned directly to the military service, not to the service

member. The requirement to return unearned TA funds on a proportional basis applies to the TA portion

only. Any calculation performed by the institution would consider only TA program funds.

Elmira College is a member of Service members Opportunity Colleges, SOC, a consortium of national

higher education associations and institutional members. SOC functions in cooperation with the

Department of Defense, the Military Services, including the National Guard and the Coast Guard, to help

meet the voluntary higher education needs of service members.

Certification is ultimately handled through

the Office of the Registrar, McGraw Hall, room 113, (607) 735-1895.

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Students Called to Active Military Service

Being called to active military service during any term will trigger:

A. Credit for the full term of tuition, room, fees for future enrollment.

B. Credit pro rata for board fees to future enrollment.

C. Analysis, on an individual basis, of coursework and class standing to maximize the awarding of

academic credits for work in progress, or to allow work to be completed upon return to

classes after enlistment is complete, depending on which approach is more appropriate.

Tuition will be charged pro rata for all credits awarded under this provision.

D. As long as student is on active duty, he or she will remain in good standing with the College.

E. Students should notify Office of Student Success and Tutoring Services and the Office of

Registrar.

Campus Engagement

Activities and events at Elmira College are many and varied. Participating in campus events is an

effective way of developing, practicing, and refining leadership and interpersonal skills. Participation in

student activities can range from attendance at events, to membership in a club, or leadership in the

organization that plans the programs. Students can develop a wide range of useful skills through increased

involvement in organizational leadership and especially through participation in program planning. All

campus programming groups are open to student membership and feedback about the types of programs

that students would like to see on campus.

There are more than fifty student organizations, student government organizations, and honor societies

on the Elmira College campus. New organizations are formed each year, and you can begin one if you have

an interest that is not currently being addressed by our wide range of existing organizations.

The activities are limited only by your imagination. We encourage you to get involved. Contact the

Coordinator of Campus Life to become an active and participating member of the student body.

Elmira College Athletics, Intramurals, and Recreation

The athletics program at Elmira College complements the co-curricular experience by providing an

environment in which the student-athlete can achieve academic success, cultivate and enhance physical,

psychological and social growth and development. Athletics provides theory and practice beyond the

classroom to graduate responsible global citizens and leaders prepared for a lifetime of careers and personal

growth; outcomes include: skills in communicating, leadership, team work, critical thinking, mathematical

quantitative reasoning and community engagement .

We encourage student-athletes to practice and compete to their full potential, with emphasis given to

sportsmanship and fair play. Elmira College maintains the highest safety standards to ensure the health

and well-being of all student-athletes who participate, values cultural diversity and provides equitable

participation opportunities for our men’s and women’s sports programs. We believe students need a variety

of athletic and recreational opportunities with options ranging from well-structured and highly competitive

varsity sports to the informal nature of the intramural activities program. Intramural Activities change

from time to time, depending, in part, on student interest. Some annual events include: fun runs,

dodgeball, badminton, broomball, the cardboard boat race and softball.

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Elmira College holds membership in the NCAA (Division III), Empire 8, NEHC (men’s and women’s

ice hockey), and UVC (men’s volleyball). Intercollegiate sports teams include:

Baseball (men)

Basketball (men and women)

Cheerleading (competition team)

eSports (coed)

Field Hockey (women)

Golf (men)

Ice Hockey (men and women)

Soccer (men and women)

Softball (women)

Volleyball (men and women)

Wrestling (men and women)

Student Conduct Matters

Student conduct is an area which straddles the line between autonomy for individual expression and

interdependence of community membership. We believe that each student is a responsible member of the

community and, therefore, subject to the consequences of choices of behavior. We think that ideal

conditions for development are created when each individual in a community guides behavior by balancing

the need for individual expression against the rights of peers. The primary desired outcome from any

conduct incident is educational in nature. It is the goal of the conduct system to be supportive of the

curricular and co-curricular environment at the College.

More specific, detailed information about the College’s conduct system is provided in The Elmira

College

Code of Conduct,

which is available online at Elmira.edu. Questions about the conduct system or

expectations of students should be directed to the Chief Conduct Officer.

Illegal Drugs

Possession, consumption, provision, or sale of illegal drugs or possession of drug paraphernalia is

prohibited. Penalties associated with drug violations range up to and including suspension or dismissal.

Additional information on this topic is available in the Policies and Procedures section of The Elmira

College

Code of Conduct

Alcohol

New York State law prohibits the possession or consumption of alcohol by anyone under twenty-one

years of age. There is an institutional expectation that all members of the College community will abide

by the State law. Violators of the law will be subject to disciplinary action by the College up to, and

including, the possibility of suspension and dismissal.

Additional information on this topic is available in the Policies and Procedures section of The Elmira

College

Code of Conduct

General Social Guidelines

The Elmira College

Code of Conduct

is considered to be an extension of The Elmira College

Catalog

and,

therefore, part of the series of documents intended to govern life on campus. The College expects all

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students to be familiar with the information provided in this publication and to govern their conduct by

the guidelines in it. A copy of The Code of Conduct is available on the Elmira College website and MyEC.

Relation to Civil Law

Elmira College cannot protect students or other members of the College community from prosecution

under the law when there is a clear violation of Federal, State, or local laws. At times, Elmira College will

also take disciplinary action when such violations have been committed.

Special Academic Opportunities

The Honors Program

The Honors Program at Elmira College embodies the conviction that the traditions of inquiry and

knowledge historically identified with the liberal arts and sciences make up the core of a college education

and the foundation of a productive and meaningful life. This is so regardless of one’s major or chosen

career. The program is built around an exploration of the “practical liberal arts” in which intellectual

exploration within the fields represented by the liberal arts and sciences is meant to empower one’s self

and one’s career. In essence, the Honors Program at Elmira College aims to develop participants’ sense

of wonder about the world in which they live and to heighten their sense of awareness about themselves

and their place in the global and local landscape.

Students who display extraordinary academic abilities, a high degree of motivation and wide-ranging

intellectual and cultural curiosity are invited to join a community of faculty, staff and peers in an integrated

program of specially designed courses and co-curricular learning experiences. The program guides students

as they engage actively with a variety of disciplines, undertake in-depth exploration of questions specific to

at least one liberal arts discipline, explore the practical value and application of the study of the liberal arts

through service learning projects and experiential learning, encounter a range of cultural productions from

the literary, fine and performing arts, and recognize the interdependence of the various branches of

knowledge through interdisciplinary coursework.

For more specific information on the program, admissions criteria and process, please contact Dr. Mark

Pitner, Associate Professor of Asian History, McGraw Hall, room 202, mpit[email protected].

Tommy Hilfiger Fashion Business School

Named after American fashion icon and Elmira native, Tommy Hilfiger, and developed in partnership

with him and his siblings Andy and Betsy Hilfiger, the Tommy Hilfiger Fashion Business School is an

exciting new academic program that is part of a bachelor’s degree in business administration. The Tommy

Hilfiger Fashion Business School combines business education with real-world fashion industry

experience.

A strategically designed curriculum and hands-on, out-of-the-classroom experiences, create a place where

students learn about, not only the daily operations of the fashion industry, but also the history, the people,

and the deep connections it has to other industries.

Students will complete a Business Administration major with a Fashion Marketing and/or

Fashion Merchandising concentration. Beginning in Fall 2022, the curriculum will be offered as an

accelerated three-year bachelor of science degree program. Students will learn general business skills in

the first academic year before getting an introduction to the fashion industry and then diving into specific

coursework and an internship experience in the field.

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Elmira College's Tommy Hilfiger Fashion Business School will prepare students for business and

leadership roles in the fashion industry. There is a strong emphasis on experiential learning including

fashion industry internships, team projects, field trips, guest speakers and consulting projects.

Spring Term

One of the distinctive characteristics of Elmira College is the Spring Term, a six-week term from the

middle of April to the end of May when faculty and full-time undergraduate students have the opportunity

to participate in off campus overseas and domestic courses that provide distinctive educational

opportunities. Representative of Spring Term courses appear on pages 172-179. The complete Spring

Term schedule is available in early March.

Spring Term courses have been defined and described by the faculty members of Elmira College as

follows:

1. Spring Term courses tend to encourage innovation both in approaches to teaching and to selecting

the kinds of subject matter to be examined;

2. Spring Term courses tend to take an interdisciplinary approach through team teaching or through

the presentation by instructors of their expertise within the broadest possible context;

3. Spring Term courses tend to make possible foreign study, field experience (both internship and

Community Engagement), and independent study;

4. Although many Spring Term courses tend to aim at the generalized aspect of student education,

those specialized courses which best lend themselves to a six-week term may qualify as Spring Term

courses; and

5. Although Spring Term courses will seldom include those courses listed in the Undergraduate

Catalog as required for a particular major or minor, they may qualify as “required electives” within

a student’s major or minor, or as General Education courses.

Off-campus opportunities require good academic, financial, social, and disciplinary standing. Students

with disciplinary records or those on academic probation may not be allowed to travel on off-campus

College programs.

Spring Term Off-Campus Opportunities

Elmira College offers a wide range of exciting off-campus opportunities. During Spring Term, Elmira

College students have traveled with faculty to Spain, England, Ireland, Peru, India, Japan, Poland, Greece,

Turkey, Australia, the American West, and the Bahamas. For more information on these opportunities,

please contact the Provost Office, McGraw Hall, room 105, (607) 735-1804.

Pre-Law Advising and Preparation

Elmira College offers its pre-law students a wide variety of opportunities, including a major in Legal

Studies, a mock trial team, a pre-law student association (Phi Delta Phi), and expert pre-law advising. The

purpose of these efforts is to holistically prepare pre-law students for success in law school and the law

school application process. In preparing for a career in the law, Elmira College’s pre-law students will

develop and hone the critical, analytical, and writing skills necessary for unparalleled success in law school.

Academic preparation for law school should proceed through consultation with the College’s pre-law

advisor.

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Pre-Medical Preparation

Elmira College offers courses preparing students for admission to a professional school of medicine,

osteopathy, veterinary or dentistry

chiropractic, pharmacy, physician assistant, physical therapy, occupational

therapy, podiatry, or optometry.

Students generally elect majors in Biology, Biochemistry, or Chemistry,

although majors in other fields are possible. In order to meet specific science requirements for professional

schools, students are advised to consult with the pre-medical advisor, Dr. Lynn Gillie, Kolker Hall, room

203B, (607) 735-1859, [email protected], at the beginning of their freshman year.

Directed and Independent Study

Directed Study provides students access to material structured by a faculty member—that is, an Elmira

College approved course that is not currently offered. Independent Study enables students to explore

topics for which Elmira College does not offer courses but in which faculty expertise exists to provide

adequate guidance.

If the instructor is not a full-time college employee with faculty rank, the full-time student must obtain

the approval of the appropriate Division Chair and the Provost. The College’s policy is not to employ an

adjunct faculty member in such a capacity if the full-time faculty has competence in the field requested. A

fee is charged to Part-time Students.

1. Consult the instructors (who are to be the supervisors) to discuss the general outline of the

proposals. The Office of the Registrar will provide the appropriate forms for the students to

complete;

2. Complete the forms providing the information requested;

3. The students will:

A. Obtain their advisors’ signatures;

B. Obtain their instructors’ signatures, signifying concurrence in the projects;

4. Students will submit completed forms to the Office of the Registrar; and

5. Instructors will assign the grades at the completion of the projects.

Academic Fellows

Outstanding junior or senior students may serve as Academic Fellows with a faculty member in lower

level courses in areas in which they are qualified by reason of previous coursework. Participants must be

in their junior or senior year and must have a cumulative grade point average of 3.000 or higher. Students

may obtain a maximum of 6.0 credit hours in the program. The student’s role should not be confused

with that of a graduate “teaching assistant” as at a university; thus the title “teaching assistant” is not used.

Likewise, the student’s role as Academic Fellow, by which academic credit could be earned, should not be

confused with a work-study assignment, for which financial compensation is earned. At no time will the

Academic Fellow teach the course in the absence of the instructor.

To register for the program, a formal, written agreement setting forth the duties and responsibilities of

the student, as well as the evaluative procedure to be used by the faculty member, should be developed

between the student and the faculty member. A copy of this agreement should be taken to the appropriate

Division Chair for approval prior to registration. Academic Fellows will be graded on a pass-fail basis only

and will not count against the number of S-D-F credits a student is allowed to accumulate.

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Graduate Courses for Undergraduate Credit

An undergraduate student may take a graduate course for undergraduate credit on a space-available

basis provided the student is matriculated, has earned at least 90 credit hours, and has a cumulative grade

point average of 3.000 or higher, and must bear the signature of the instructor and the advisor on the

required form. The form, the Part-time Undergraduate and Graduate Student contract, is available in the

Office of the Registrar, Continuing Education or on MyEC. The student must register using the graduate

course field code and title, and the undergraduate course number 4580. The student is expected to

complete the same work that is required of graduate students. Undergraduate tuition and a contract fee

is charged.

Programs for High School Students

Secondary school students may be admitted as part-time students at Elmira College. Students must have

completed the second or sophomore year of high school; have the recommendation in writing of their

high school principal or guidance counselor, and scholastic records which give evidence of ability and

potential; and have the approval of the and the course instructor at the time of registration. The approval

process must be completed each term for which the student is registering with the Office of Admissions.

If the student later is accepted for undergraduate study at Elmira College, the credit earned will be counted

toward the degree.

Programs for Senior Citizens

Persons aged sixty or over who wish to take undergraduate or graduate courses for credit receive a ten

percent discount on tuition.

Persons aged sixty or over who audit courses, thereby receiving no credit for the courses, pay no tuition.

This tuition benefit provision is on a space-available basis. Senior citizens are responsible for paying any

course or technology fees. Arrangements to audit classes must be made through Continuing Education.

United States Air Force ROTC Program

Elmira College students are eligible to participate in the Air Force ROTC Program at Cornell University

through a cross-enrollment agreement. The Air Force ROTC Program prepares men and women for

positions as officers in the United States Air Force. The program is designed to teach students about the

mission and organization of the Air Force, leadership, and management. Qualified students can earn full

or partial scholarships. Students interested in pursuing this program can contact the Department of

Aerospace Studies at Cornell University at (607) 255-4004 (http://www.afrotc.cornell.edu) or the Elmira

College Office of Admissions at 1 (800) 935-6472.

United States Army ROTC Program

The Army ROTC Program is offered to Elmira College students through a cross-enrollment agreement

with Cornell University’s Military Science Department, although some courses are offered on the Elmira

College campus. Completion of an approved program leads to a commission as a second lieutenant in the

United States Army. Additional information may be obtained by contacting the Department of Military

Science at Cornell University at (607) 255-4000 (http://armyrotc.cornell.edu) or the Elmira College Office

of Admissions at 1 (800) 935-6472.

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Thiel College Early Assurance Program

The Master of Science in Speech Language Pathology at Thiel College has established an early assurance

admission program for qualified Elmira College Communication Sciences and Disorders junior-level

students. Students who have maintained at least a 3.0 overall grade point average and not received more

than two grades of C in required Communication Sciences and Disorders coursework (including biology,

chemistry or physics, and statistics). Students admitted to the program will be guaranteed a scholarship.

For more details on this program, contact Dr. James Baer, Tompkins Hall, (607) 735-1847,

[email protected].

The 4 + 1 M.B.A. or M.S. in Accounting Programs:

Alfred University, Clarkson University, RIT, Union College and

The University at Buffalo

Elmira College and the Schools of Business at a number of colleges and universities have cooperated in

establishing 4 + 1 programs which enable qualified students to earn a bachelor’s degree at Elmira College

and then, approximately one year later, either an M.S. in Accounting or an M.B.A. in general business.

After four years of study and completion of one of the Business Administration specialization options,

students can pursue a general M.B.A. at Alfred University, Clarkson University, Rochester Institute of

Technology or Union College. After the completion of the 121 credit hour Accounting program, students

may pursue the M.B.A. with a specialization in Accounting or an M.S. in Accounting at Rochester Institute

of Technology or the University at Buffalo.

Regent’s University 4+1 Program

Elmira College has entered into an agreement enabling students to obtain a one-year master’s degree at

Regent’s University in London. The program provides eligible students with the opportunity to study

abroad and to broaden their cultural and international outlook, while obtaining an advanced degree from

one of the UK’s premier independent, nonprofit universities.

Students graduating in 2015 and beyond who earn a minimum GPA of 2.5 or above and who are in

good standing with the College are eligible for the program. Some post-graduate programs at Regent’s have

additional entry requirements. A list of all eligible master’s degree programs that fall within the scope of

the 4+1 program can be found on the Regent’s website: http://www.regents.ac.uk/study/postgraduate-

study/programmes.

Health Care Professions

Elmira College students have the opportunity to participate in special programs for early admittance to

several health care professions schools. Including the following, Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine

Early Admission Program in medicine, dentistry, or pharmacy; New York College of Podiatric Medicine

3+4 program; Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine 3+4 program; Northeast College of Health Sciences 3+3

chiropractic program; Logan University 3+3 chiropractic program; Life University chiropractic program;

University at Buffalo School of Pharmacy 3+4 agreement, and Binghamton University School of Pharmacy

3+4 agreement. For further information, please contact Dr. Lynn Gillie, Kolker Hall, room 203B, (607)

735-1859, [email protected].

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Keiser University M.A. in either Criminal Justice or Homeland Security

Elmira College has an agreement with Keiser University that will enable students to obtain entry into

either of Keiser University’s on-line graduate programs leading to the Master of Arts degree in Criminal

Justice or the Master of Arts in Homeland Security. Graduating students in Criminal Justice who are

within one academic year of completing their degree requirements are eligible to apply for this program.

Academic Services and Regulations

The Provost supervises all of the educational programs offered by the College, including baccalaureate

degree programs, graduate programs leading to the master’s degree, two-year programs leading to associate’s

degrees, and programs for which a certificate of completion is awarded. Learning opportunities designed

to augment and expand formal classroom instruction are also provided.

All students will follow the requirements of the majors, minors, concentrations, and General Education

program, as described in The Elmira College

Catalog

for the academic year in which they first enroll. If

the courses needed for completion are no longer offered, and satisfactory substitutions cannot be arranged,

a student, with the advisor’s approval, must petition the Educational Standards Committee, who can grant

approval to change Catalog year. Petitions are to be completed prior to the student earning 90 credit

hours, including those credits brought in as transfer credit.

Questions, concerns, and comments about academic programs, services or regulations may be addressed

to the Provost’s Office, McGraw Hall, room 105, (607) 735-1804 or the Office of the Registrar, McGraw

Hall, room 113, (607) 735-1895, where every effort will be made to assist students in their progress toward

a degree.

Academic Publications

Interested individuals are referred to the Course Schedule that is electronically published on the

College’s portal shortly before the on-line registration for each term. This is as complete and up-to-date as

possible. Each course is described in detail to assist students in making responsible academic decisions.

Academic Advising

The principal function of the academic advisor is to assist students in developing and attaining their

educational goals. Advisors interpret College policy and aid in the students’ educational and personal

development. The advisors help to make sure that students fulfill the College’s goals, and approve all

registrations before they will be accepted by the Office of the Registrar.

Entering freshmen, transfer students, international students, and students expressing an interest in

particular majors are assigned to faculty and staff who have a special interest in advising them. After the

first term, students may request an advisor of their choice.

Questions concerning the advising program should be directed to the Coordinator of Academic

Advising, Dr. Daniel Kjar, Kolker Hall, room 105, (607) 735-1826.

Student Responsibility

Although the academic advisor as well as other members of the faculty and administration are available

to help the student plan a program and work toward the completion of a degree,

ultimate responsibility

for knowing and complying with these regulations and

for meeting all requirements rests with the

student.

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Academic Honesty

Honesty is essential to the proper functioning of an academic community and is the responsibility of

each individual member. Therefore, this academic community has established and enforces rules

governing violations of the principles of academic dishonesty.

Academic dishonesty is any treatment of or representation of work as if one was fully responsible for it,

when it is in fact the work of another or works in which one has received unacknowledged assistance from

others. Academic dishonesty is also any collusion or cooperation in the academically dishonest activities

of someone else; an accomplice in academic dishonesty is also guilty of academic dishonesty.

Academic dishonesty is a serious violation that is counter to the purpose and aims of Elmira College.

A complete statement of the college policy on academic honesty is set forth in The Elmira College

Code of

Conduct

in the section of academic policy.

Elmira College complies with the United States Copyright Act of 1976 as amended, the Digital

Millennium Copyright Act of 1998, and Technology, Education, and Copyright Harmonization Act of

2002. These laws recognize that all intellectual works in all media (books, articles, programs, data, pictures,

music, video and the like) are automatically covered by copyright unless it is explicitly noted to the contrary,

as in the case of licensing agreements or written permissions from copyright holders. Fair Use is a legal

principle that provides certain limitations on the exclusive right of copyright holders, allowing

reproduction of copyrighted works under certain conditions for educational purposes, such as criticism,

comment, news reports, teaching, scholarship, and research. Unauthorized use of intellectual works is a

federal crime and subject to civil damages and criminal penalties, which may include fines and

imprisonment.

Elmira College administrators, faculty, staff, and students who make, acquire, or use unauthorized

copies of intellectual works shall be disciplined as appropriate under the circumstances. Such discipline

may include termination or dismissal. Elmira College faculty, administrators, staff, and students learning

of any misuses of intellectual works within the College should notify College officials. Administrators,

faculty, and staff should notify the Director of the Gannett-Tripp Library or the Manager of IT Department

or the Director of IT User Services.

Additional information on United States Copyright laws and Fair Use is available at the Gannett-Tripp

Library, the Nathenson Computer Center or the McGraw Bookstore.

Residency Requirement

The last 30.0 credits of any undergraduate degree program must be taken at Elmira College. Exceptions

to this requirement may be submitted to the Educational Standards Committee for review.

Credits

The Elmira College credit unit is the credit-hour, which is equivalent to the semester hour at other

colleges. Earning 1.0 credit hour requires at least seven hundred fifty minutes of instruction and another

1,800 minutes of supplementary assignments.

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Grading System

The following grades are included in computation of the grade point average (GPA).

A, A- (90%-100%) indicates a mastery of the knowledge and skills of the course.

The student receiving this grade has demonstrated the ability to recognize,

analyze, and solve new problems independently.

B+, B, B- (80%-89%) indicates achievement of a high order, involving high proficiency

in the attainment and application of knowledge and skills.

C+, C, C - (70%-79%) represents an adequate performance, indicating familiarity with the

content of the course and active participation in the work of the class.

D+, D, D- (60%-69%) indicates work which is in one or more respects below the acceptable

standard for graduation, but which is sufficient in quantity and quality to be given

credit toward the degree if offset by a sufficient amount of superior work in other

courses.

F (Below 60%) indicates failure. No credit is awarded. It is calculated into the GPA.

Honor Points

Each of the grades identified above carries the Honor Points indicated below:

A = 4.0 B+ = 3.3 C+ = 2.3 D+ = 1.3 F = 0

A- = 3.7 B = 3.0 C = 2.0 D = 1.0

B- = 2.7 C - = 1.7 D- = 0.7

Additional grades which are available for use, but which are not computed in the grade point average are:

I = Incomplete; final examination or project deferred for reasons of health or serious

emergency; not a computable grade. It must become a computable grade within thirty

days into the next term; if not completed, it will become an F. Students must be passing

the course in order to receive this grade.

P = Passing; represents A through D- as defined above.

L = A grade noting a leave, recommended by the Office of Campus Life, after consultation

with the instructor, when emergency circumstances dictate a student’s leaving Elmira

College for a period of time that forces the student to miss the final examination or

project at the conclusion of the term in which the student is registered. A student who is

either on a leave of absence or withdrawing may receive this grade. The L grade must be

made up within one year of the term in which it is taken and will be replaced by grades

A-F, W, as deemed appropriate by the course instructor. L grades may be extended by

the course instructor when appropriate. Students must be passing the course in order to

receive this grade.

W = Withdrawal; indicates withdrawal while passing the course.

S = Satisfactory, identified as C – or higher

Grade Point Average

A student must achieve a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.000 to graduate, as well as a 2.000

minimum average in courses taken in completion of the major.

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The grade point average (GPA) is calculated according to the following formula:

Sum of Quality Points (i.e. credit hours x honor points)

GPA=

Sum of Quality Hours Earned (A-F)

(Only credits received from Elmira College are included in this calculation.)

Grade Changes

Grades once submitted to the Office of the Registrar may be changed only under specific circumstances.

Clerical and calculation errors may be corrected by the instructor and submitted to the Office of the

Registrar until the end of the following term. Requests for grade changes resulting from other

circumstances (such as illness, family death, and miscommunication) should be brought by the instructor

to the Educational Standards Committee for consideration. Grades may not be changed for the purpose

of ensuring good academic standing. Once a course has been finished and the final grade submitted, the

grade may not be changed by the completion of missed assignments or additional (extra credit) work.

Complaints

from students about grades received must be registered in writing with the Provost within

six months of the date the grade was recorded by the Office of the Registrar.

Grade Appeal Procedure:

Student must attempt to discuss grade appeal with instructor.

1. A written petition from the student must be directed to the Provost for members of the

Educational Standards Committee within six months.

2. A copy of the petition will be forwarded to the instructor by the Provost with an invitation to

respond in writing prior to the meeting at which the appeal will be considered.

3. The student petition and instructor’s response are reviewed by the Educational Standards

Committee.

4. The Committee may request the student and the instructor appear before it for further

clarification.

5. The Committee may determine, in light of evidence presented, that the assigned grade was

correct or it may recommend that the instructor review the assigned grade.

6. The Committee will notify the student petitioner and the instructor of its decision.

S-D-F Grade Option

Students may elect to take up to 12 credits of work in which the announced grading system is A - F on

an S-D-F basis according to the following guidelines:

A. Such election cannot be taken in courses that apply to the major, minor, concentration,

specialization, or Spring Term travel.

B. Proration for transfer students will be administered by the Office of the Registrar.

C. Students electing an S-D-F grade must indicate this option during the last two weeks thirteen-

week term, during the last eight days of a nine-week term, for a six-week term during the fifth

week and for a three-week term during the last three days in the term. S-D-F forms may be

picked up in the Office of the Registrar, McGraw Hall, room 113, and must be filed with the

Office of the Registrar during the appropriate period. The advisor must sign all S-D-F forms.

D. The Office of the Registrar will convert the grades for those students electing the S-D-F option.

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E. Satisfactory (S) grades do not affect the GPA (Satisfactory grades represent A through C -).

However, credits are awarded towards earned credit hours. D+, D, D-, F grades affect the GPA

and no credit is granted for F grades.

F. Students planning to enter a graduate or professional school are reminded that their admission

might be affected by S-D-F coursework.

The option does not affect courses that are currently only offered on a pass-fail basis: e.g. Student

Teaching, Nursing Career Related Field Experience, Community Engagement, and Career-Related

Internship.

“

Incomplete”

An Incomplete grade (“I”), is given at the discretion of the instructor when the student normally would

have received a passing grade but at the conclusion of the term has been prevented from completing a

course by an unforeseen emergency beyond her or his control.

The Incomplete grade must be removed

within thirty days of the beginning of the term following that in which it was assigned.

An Incomplete

not removed within the stipulated time period automatically becomes an F. An Incomplete grade received

at the close of Spring Term or the Summer Session must be removed within thirty days after the opening

of the Fall Term.

The instructor who gives an “I” must accompany the grade with a statement of requirements the student

must complete to remove the “I.” Copies of this statement must be given to the student and the Registrar.

When the stated requirements have been completed, the instructor who gave the “I” must notify the Office

of the Registrar in writing of the new grade to be assigned. Although instructors may extend incomplete

grades into the following term, grades of incomplete may continue for no longer than two years. At that

point, the instructor must submit a computable grade.

Course Load

Full-time students at Elmira College normally complete 30 to 35 credit hours per academic year by

registering for 12 to 14 credit hours in each of the Fall Term and Winter Term and 6 to 7 credit hours in

Spring Term. Full time students may elect to register for a minimum of 9 credit hours for the Fall Term

and Winter Term, and 4 for Spring Term (for students who have external considerations such as grant

and loan requirements or NCAA regulations this minimum may be higher) and a maximum based on

their year:

16 credits in Fall Term and Winter Term for first-year students

18 credits in Fall Term and Winter Term for students beyond the first year

7.5 credits in Spring Term for all students

Transfer students coming in with 21 or more accepted credit hours will be considered students beyond

the first year; transfer students with less than 21 accepted credit hours will be considered first year students.

Overload: students may seek to take more than the above described limits with the approval of either the

Registrar or the Provost. Each overload credit is subject to an additional charge based on the full-time

hourly rate.

Part time students normally complete 12 to 26 credit hours per academic year by registering for 3 to 8

credit hours in each of Fall Term and Winter Term and 3 credit hours in Spring Term, 6 credit hours in

the Summer Term.

< 9 credits in Fall Term and Winter Term for part time students

< 4 credits in Spring Term for part time students

< 9 credits for the Summer Term for part-time students

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Auditing a Course

A student may audit a course with the consent of the instructor upon notification of the Office of the

Registrar. An auditor is expected to attend classes, complete the assignments in consultation with the

instructor, and participate in class discussions, but is not required to take examinations. Under no

circumstances is credit given for an audited course. An audited course is included in a student’s course

load at one-half of the amount of credits of the course. Registration for students auditing a course will be

permitted during the two weeks prior to the start of a term, on a space available basis.

Student Status

A student’s status is determined by the cohort year, the year in which one enters the College as a full-

time student. Transfer students’ class years will be determined by the Office of the Registrar at the time

transcript evaluations have been completed.

For purposes of determining class status, however, the following standard is used:

Freshmen

are students who have completed between 0 and < 21 credits.

Sophomores

are students who have completed between 21 and < 54 credits.

Juniors

are students who have completed between 54 and < 87 credits.

Seniors

are students who have completed 87 or more credits.

Full-time students,

are those persons who register for 9 or more credits during Fall Term or Winter

Term, or who enroll for 4 or more credits during Spring Term. Students receiving financial aid and student

athletes, however, may be penalized for taking fewer than 12 credits in the Fall Term and Winter Term

and fewer than 6 in the Spring Term.

Part-time students,

are those persons who register for fewer than 9 credits during Fall Term or Winter

Term, or who enroll for fewer than 4 credits during the Spring Term. Part-time students who wish to live in

a college residence should contact the Office of Resident Life for further information. To qualify, students

must be matriculated and registered for coursework on at least a half-time basis.

Exceptions:

The following are exceptions to the part-time credit limit:

--Part-time education students, may register for field experience and student teaching for one

term of 9 credits and one term of 12 credits, to complete their student teaching.

--Part-time nursing students may register to finish the nursing program for one term of 9 credits

and one term of 12 credits.

--SpringA Term: a part-time student may enroll in full-time course load during Spring Term provided

3 of the 6 credits are taken in SpringA Term.

Repeating Courses

Students may improve their overall grade point average, and possibly their grade point average in the

major, by retaking courses in which they have received a grade of C - or lower. Please note that retaking

courses or taking a reduced load of courses, although often warranted, may slow a student’s progress toward

earning a degree.

For

required

courses, students may retake a given course once in which the original grade was C -, D+,

D, or D-. Students must retake a given course if the original grade was F until they achieve a passing grade.

However, students will not be eligible to receive Title IV funds for any course that they have previously

taken and passed more than two times. For

elective

courses, students may retake a given course once in

which the original grade was C - or lower.

All attempts at courses that are repeated will be labeled to that effect on the student’s transcript and will

count as part of the student’s academic load. However, only the higher grade will be used in the

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computation of the grade point average for all students not yet graduated from Elmira College. Should

any course be repeated at an institution other than Elmira College, and a higher grade achieved, the

original Elmira College grade would not be used in computation of the grade point average, nor would

the grade from the other institution in accordance with the

Transfer of Credit policy. Students normally receive

credit toward the minimum 120 credit hours required for graduation only once for the same course.

Internal Transfer

A student may change from part-time to full-time status (or visa versa) after consulting with their

academic

advisor.

If a student has completed less than 90 credit hours as a part-time student, he or she will be

required to apply for admission as a full-time student through the regular admissions process and should

contact the Office of Admissions. Students seeking this transfer must have at least a 2.000 cumulative

GPA in order to be considered for admission as a full-time student.

If a student is full-time for more than fifty percent of his or her Elmira College career up to the 90

credit

hour, then the graduation requirements for full-time students will apply even if the student becomes part-

time. If a student is part-time for more than fifty percent of his or her Elmira College career up to the 90

credit hour, then the graduation requirements for part-time students apply, even if the student becomes full-

time. Special cases will be decided by the Educational Standards Committee.

Graduation Application

Students who expect to complete degree requirements by June or August must submit an application for

graduation in the Fall Term (usually around November 1st) in the year in which they expect to complete the

degree. In order to participate in Commencement

an undergraduate student must be within 9 credit hours

and a graduate student within 6 credit hours of completing the degree at the time of Commencement.

Exceptions to this may be made by petitioning the Educational Standards Committee.

Academic Honors

Elmira College students may be awarded the following honors:

A. Full-time students who have achieved a grade point average of 3.600 or higher at the end of

any Fall or Winter Term with twelve computable credit hours will be placed on the

Dean’s List

Latin Honors

are awarded to bachelor degree recipients who achieve the cumulative grade

point averages indicated below. Students will need to have at least 60 earned credit hours

from Elmira College. Transfer credit will not be factored in for Latin Honors since only credits

transfer and not grades.

1. Summa cum laude — 3.800 and above

2. Magna cum laude — 3.600 to 3.799

3. Cum laude — 3.400 to 3.599

C. Part-time undergraduate students who have, during the current academic year, achieved a grade

point average of 3.600 or higher at the end of the Spring Term, and who have completed

at least twelve computable credit hours during the current academic year, will be placed on the

Dean’s List.

Phi Beta Kappa

, Pi Chapter of New York was instituted at Elmira College November 29, 1940.

Inductees are elected during Winter Term of their senior year. Election does not result solely from

high grades. Members in course are elected on the basis of scholarly achievement in the liberal

arts (as distinguished from applied or professional work), broad cultural interests, good character,

and promise of future intellectual growth and effectiveness. Candidates must be majoring in

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liberal

subjects and demonstrate breadth of program, again in liberal subjects, as shown by the number

and variety of courses taken outside the major. Candidates, further, shall have demonstrated knowledge

of mathematics at least equivalent to three years of college preparatory secondary-school mathematics

and a knowledge of a foreign language at least equivalent to the College intermediate-level course.

Transfer students are eligible for consideration only if they complete two full years (60 credits) at

Elmira College.

E. Elmira College has active chapters in more than a dozen other honor societies. For more information,

please contact Dean Michael Halperin, McGraw Hall, room 113, (607) 735-1895.

Good Academic Standing and Satisfactory Progress

Students are in good academic standing if their cumulative grade point average is 2.000 or better. The

Educational Standards Committee reviews the academic performance of all students at the end of the Fall

Term and Spring Term, considering students for academic dismissal, for removal from good academic

standing, and for reinstatement to good academic standing.

First-year students will be reviewed at the end of their first term. First-term students who do not achieve

a 1.750 will be put on academic probation. Students who achieve between a 1.750 and 1.999 will be given

an Academic Warning, and will have until the end of Spring Term in the same year to raise their cumulative

GPA to 1.850 and until the end of the Fall Term of their second year to raise their cumulative GPA to

2.000.

Continuing upper level students and transfer students with sophomore or higher status, achieving a

cumulative grade point average less than 2.000 are placed on academic probation. If students raise their

cumulative grade point averages to 2.000 or better by the end of either of the next two consecutive terms

(excluding summer if so elected by the student), they will be restored to good academic standing. However,

students will be reviewed after Fall Term and Spring Term of each academic year. Those who do not achieve

a 2.000 cumulative grade point average by that time will be considered for dismissal.

Students who do not achieve a 1.500 grade point average at the end of their first term of work at the

College will be considered for possible dismissal. Also, students who do or do not meet the minimum

standards for good overall academic standing, but whose term grade point average is below a 1.500 for two

consecutive terms, will be reviewed by the Committee for possible probation.

Students on academic probation should make every effort to improve their academic performance and

should curtail any activity which does not lead to that end. They are ineligible to participate in the following

extra-curricular activities: varsity or junior varsity athletics; club sports; service in an elected student

government position; as a Resident Assistant or Orientation Leader; representing the

student body on a

standing committee of the Faculty; or serving in a leadership position in an active student club, in a major

theatre production, the

Octagon

, WECW, or the

Iris

, unless such participation is part of coursework for

academic credit. The student’s academic advisor will determine such eligibility in ambiguous cases. The

Vice President of Campus Life is responsible for enforcing this regulation.

The Educational Standards Committee will notify in writing all students who have been dismissed. The

Committee will hear appeals made within ten working days of the date the dismissal notifications are

issued.

Questions concerning academic probation and dismissal should be directed to Dean Michael Halperin,

Registrar and Associate Academic Dean, McGraw Hall, room 113, (607) 735-1895.

Note: Standards for Federal and State student financial aid eligibility, which is discussed on pages 181-

183, differ from the academic standards described in this section.

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Mid-Term Deficiency Grades

Progress reports are made to the students at mid-term periods during each long term. A “Warning

Notice” in a subject will be issued when, in the opinion of the instructor, the student is not making

satisfactory progress toward the completion of academic requirements. Students who receive a mid-term

warning are expected to discuss the situation with their advisors and instructors immediately. Grades of

C - and lower will be noted for warnings.

Adding Courses

1. A student may add term-long courses during Fall and Winter Terms:

A. Through the first week of classes by adding a course in MyEC;

B. Through the second week of classes with the approval of the advisor and the course

instructor using an add-drop form;

C. After the second week of classes

only

if unusual circumstances necessitate it. Approval

of the advisor, course instructor, and an Academic Dean.

2. A student may add for nine-week courses:

A. Through the seventh day of classes by adding a course in MyEC;

B. Beginning on the eighth day of classes students may add with the approval of

the advisor and the course instructor using an add-drop form;

C. After the eighth day of classes

only

if unusual circumstances necessitate it.

Approval of the advisor, course instructor, and an Academic Dean.

3. A student may add for six-week courses:

A. Through the fourth day of classes by adding a course in MyEC;

B. Beginning on the fifth day of classes students may add with the approval of the

advisor and the course instructor using an add-drop form;

C. After the fifth day of classes

only

if unusual circumstances necessitate it.

Approval of the advisor, course instructor, and an Academic Dean.

4. A student may add for three-week courses:

A. Through the second day of classes by adding a course in MyEC;

B. Beginning on the third day of classes students may add with the approval of

the advisor and the course instructor using an add-drop form;

C. After the third day of classes

only

if unusual circumstances necessitate it.

Approval of the advisor, course instructor, and an Academic Dean.

Withdrawing From a Course

A student may withdraw from term-long courses during Fall and Winter Terms:

A. Through the second week of classes, by dropping a course in MyEC;

B. After the second week of classes and before the eleventh week of classes, with the

approval of the advisor using an add-drop form.

Withdrawals require that students submit appropriately authorized drop-add forms to the Office of

the Registrar. Discontinuance of attendance without an approved withdrawal from a course will result

in the student receiving the grade earned as assigned by the instructor at the conclusion of the course.

Students who because of medical reasons or other extenuating circumstances, discontinue attending a

course after the deadline, may appeal to the Educational Standards Committee for an administrative

withdrawal from the course. Students whose appeal is granted will receive the same grade of “W” for the

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course as all other withdrawals. Administrative withdrawals may only be awarded by the Educational

Standards Committee.

Students receiving financial aid should check with the Office of Financial Aid before withdrawing from

a course. Students participating in intercollegiate athletics may no longer be eligible to participate without

at least 12 credit hours in long terms and 6 credit hours in short terms.

There is no charge for simply withdrawing from a course

The table below describes the timing of when

and how dropping or withdrawing from courses affects students’ transcripts:

Thirteen

Week Term

Nine

Week Term

Six

Week Term

Three

Week Term

Time during

which course is

removed from

transcript

Through the

second week of

the term

Through the

seventh day of

the term

Through the

fourth day of

the term

Through the

second day of the

term

Time during

which a grade

of "W" is

posted on the

transcript at

the discretion

of the

instructor

Beginning with

the third week

of the term

through the

tenth week of

the term

Beginning with

the eighth day

of the term

through the

third day of the

seventh week of

the term.

Beginning with

the fifth day of

the term

through the

fifth week of

the term.

Beginning with

the third day of

the term through

the third day of

the second week

of the term.

Leaves of Absence

The College grants Leaves of Absence to students whose circumstances either prevent them from

completing the term in progress or call them temporarily away from campus (for example, health problems,

off-campus pro-grams, family issues). Students may request a Leave of Absence of not more than one year

by observing the following procedures:

1. Students who request a Leave of Absence for any reason, including medical reasons, must do so

by contacting The Office of Campus Life to complete an Application for Withdrawal or Leave of

Absence form.

2. Students who are granted a Leave of Absence within the last two weeks of a term may request a

grade of “L” from their faculty members. Students who leave before this time may arrange, on a

course-by-course basis, with their faculty to complete work from home, recognizing that most Elmira

College courses are not designed to be delivered in an online mode (laboratory courses, studio

courses, others requiring group work or attendance may not be possible to complete under

these circumstances). Students for whom no course work will be completed will be treated

as withdrawn for the term.

3. A temporary grade of “L” must be replaced by a grade of A - F, or W within one year of the term in

which it is taken. This permits time for students to correspond with faculty members

and make appropriate arrangements.

4. A Leave of Absence is treated as a withdrawal for billing and financial aid purposes; thus, the

cumulative grace period for guaranteed student loans will be entirely or partially exhausted based

on the length of the student’s leave.

5. Students wishing to return from a Leave of Absence should request reactivation through The

Office of Campus Life.

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6. Students on a Leave of Absence who fail to initiate contact with The Office of Campus Life, to

become reactivated within twelve months of the date the leave was granted shall be considered

withdrawn from the College.

7. The date in the term in which a student takes the leave of absence, as well as the number of credits

for which the student can complete may affect financial aid for the term. Therefore, students

should consult with the Business Office and the Office of Financial Aid to determine if this will

create a billing change (refer to pages 179-181).

Withdrawal From the College

A fair and equitable refund policy has been established by Elmira College for students who withdraw at

any time prior to completing degree requirements. Students must follow the withdrawal procedure

outlined below in order to benefit from the refund policy.

1. Any student withdrawing from the College must complete an Application for Withdrawal or Leave

of Absence form through The Office of Campus Life. The staff will assist the student by reviewing

the need to contact academic, business, or other areas of the College for clearance. If the student

is awarded a Perkins Loan, an interview must be scheduled

with the appropriate Business Office representative.

2. The student will be eligible to receive refunds or transcripts as outlined in this Catalog only

when:

A. An Application for Withdrawal or Leave of Absence Form is completed;

B. Residence Hall room is vacated and keys returned;

C. Student I.D. card is surrendered to the Residence Life staff when checking out;

D. Financial accounts are settled;

3. A copy of the completed Application for Withdrawal or Leave of Absence form will remain filed in

The Office of Campus Life to indicate the student’s change in status. A decision not to attend

classes does not constitute withdrawal from a course or the College.

4. A student who withdraws from Elmira College, does not attend another institution, and plans

to return to Elmira College after a period of one year or more, must re-apply through the Office

of Admissions by completing a Readmit Application.

5. A student who withdraws from Elmira College, does not attend another institution, and plans

to return within the same academic year, must contact The Office of Campus Life for processing;

6. A student who withdraws from Elmira College and attends another institution must re-apply to

Elmira College using the EC Online Application or Common Application.

7. The date in the term in which a student withdraws, as well as the number of credits for which the

student completes may affect financial aid for the term. Therefore, students should consult with

the Business Office and the Office of Financial Aid to determine if this will create a billing change

(refer to pages 179-181).

Cancellation or Closing of Classes

The College reserves the right to close a course when there is full enrollment. The College also reserves

the right to cancel a class due to insufficient registration. Classes are cancelled as infrequently as possible.

Attendance

Regular attendance at all classes and other scheduled appointments is expected of all students.

Because specific class attendance policies vary, students are encouraged to understand the policy of each

of their instructors. Students who, in the view of the instructor, are absent from class excessively may be

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required, with sufficient notice, to withdraw from the class with a grade of “W.” The College reserves the

right to notify parents if class attendance jeopardizes the student’s status at the College.

Examinations

Absence from scheduled tests and examinations automatically incurs a grade of zero for that

examination, unless other arrangements have been made with the instructor.

All classes are required to meet during the final examination period as scheduled by the Office of the

Registrar. The time of final examinations may not be changed without permission of the Provost.

Examinations lasting one hour or more may not be scheduled within one week of the start of the final

examination period.

Declaration of Major

Sophomores registering for the Fall Term of their junior year, and all transfer students with junior or

higher standing who are registering for the first time, must-after consultation with their advisors, complete

the Declaration of Major form and file this with the Office of the Registrar. Students wishing to change a

major, minor, or concentration will also use this form.

Outstanding Balance

Students owing the College for a previous term and who have not made special arrangements with the

Business Office for deferred payment may not be allowed to register for subsequent terms and may not be

issued grade reports or diplomas.

Transfer of Credits

Students at Elmira College who wish to receive credit toward an Elmira College degree for courses taken

at another institution must secure prior approval from their advisor and the Registrar. Students who have

earned 68 or more credits from a two-year college may not take additional course work at a two-year college.

Students who have earned 90 or more credits toward an Elmira College degree may not take additional

degree credit work at another college or university.

Elmira College welcomes qualified students who desire to transfer to Elmira College. To obtain a degree

from Elmira College students must complete at least 30 credit hours at Elmira, including at least 15 credit

hours in the major and 9 credits in the minor. No more than 68 credit hours from two-year colleges or 90

credit hours from four-year institutions will be allowed to transfer. Some students entering at the junior

level may require more than 60 additional credits to complete all requirements. The Registrar evaluates

transfer credits according to the following guidelines:

A. Undergraduate credit for which the student received a grade of C - or above will be considered

for transfer to Elmira College only from accredited institutions.

Courses of a generally similar nature, content, and level to Elmira courses will be accepted.

For students who are dual enrolled in high school and college, laboratory courses may be

Used to fulfill general education requirements, but not major requirements in Biology,

Chemistry, and Physics. Narrowly vocational or remedial courses will not be accepted.

Courses taken at another college in which the student received a grade of D-, D, or D+ may be

accepted to waive a prerequisite or a degree requirement but will not be transferred for credit

toward the Elmira College degree. The Writing Program courses must be fulfilled with a grade

of C - or higher. Elmira College, however, does accept “D” grades on courses which comprise

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part of certain associate degrees from community colleges with which Elmira College has

articulation agreements.

D. If another college permitted the student to repeat a course to raise a grade, Elmira College

will accept the higher grade.

E. Students who transfer to Elmira College, regardless of class rank at the time of transfer, must

complete all requirements for the degree in effect at that time, for his or her entering class.

F. Elmira College accepts credit recommendations as given by the commission on the Accreditation

of Service Experience, the Educational Testing Service, New York State Department

of Education, and the American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers.

G. All other credit determinations will be made by the Registrar in consultation with the Provost

and faculty in the field from which a course is taught on the basis of guidelines recommended

by the Educational Standards Committee and approved by the faculty.

H. Elmira College transfer credit policy does not distinguish courses taught in different modes

of delivery.

Second Baccalaureate Degree

A student with a baccalaureate degree from any accredited college, including Elmira College, may earn

a second baccalaureate degree at Elmira College by completing at least an additional 30 credit hours at

Elmira College including at least 15 credit hours in the desired major and fulfilling all of the requirements

of the major. Any student completing the above will be issued a diploma and may participate in

Commencement. Students who have previously earned a baccalaureate degree will be considered to have

completed all general education requirements because they have completed such a program at their prior

degree.

Second Major

A graduate of Elmira College may return to the College for a second major, completing requirements

in the second major, including at least 15 credit hours at the College, as specified in the Catalog in effect

at that time. The second major will be listed on the student’s transcript; however, a second diploma will

not be issued and the student may not participate in Commencement.

Credit by Examination

General regulations pertaining to Excelsior College, CLEP, the Elmira College Equivalency

Examinations, International Baccalaureate, and Advanced Placement:

A. Credit will be accepted for students who have enrolled in an Elmira College degree program.

The maximum credit that may be earned by examination toward an associate’s degree is 15 credit

hours and for a bachelor’s degree, 30 credit hours.

Excelsior College Examination

is a college- level testing program offering single-subject

examinations in a variety of subject matter fields.

The examinations may be taken by anyone to

validate knowledge gained outside of the formal college classroom, primarily for the purpose of

earning college credit, but also for satisfying teacher certification or Regents External degree

requirements, for job-related reasons, or for personal satisfaction. The Board of Regents

established the program in 1961.

Examination fees vary. A complete list of examinations and fees may be obtained from Excelsior College

Examinations, The University of the State of New York Cultural Education Center, Albany, New York

12230.

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Upon completion of an examination, the candidate will receive a grade report and the amount of credit

that has been granted by the University of the State of New York. The candidate may then request that an

official transcript of the University be sent to any other institution for recognition.

Elmira College (and other institutions) may grant course credit or advanced standing for acceptable

grades. Candidates are advised to check with the Registrar

before

taking an examination to determine its

acceptability.

The University of the State of New York will send an official transcript of the candidate’s grades to

Elmira College. The Registrar will review the credit like any transfer credit. The Registrar may request the

University to provide a copy of the candidate’s answers to the essay or problem section of an examination

for review.

Elmira College will grant credit for satisfactory performance, a grade of “C” or higher, in Excelsior

College Examinations if the material covered by the examination is included in courses accepted for a

degree at Elmira College and, in those cases where applicable, if there has been adequate evaluation of

laboratory or other performance skills. The College will provide opportunities to demonstrate such skills.

In some cases credit may be denied, but the student may be exempt from taking an equivalent course.

Excelsior College Examination credit will be given only to students who have met the College’s entrance

requirements and have matriculated in a degree program. Elmira College students must obtain prior

permission before taking the Excelsior College Examinations. The same procedure used to apply for

permission to take summer school work at another institution will be followed.

The awarding of Excelsior College Examination credit will be approved through the Registrar by the

appropriate division. This credit will be recorded on the official transcript as “Excelsior College Examination

Credit.” It will not be figured in the student’s cumulative grade point average although credit hours will be

recorded.

Application for the examinations, the examination schedule, and questions concerning candidate

counseling should be addressed to the Excelsior College Examinations Office in Albany.

College-Level Examination Program (CLEP):

The CLEP is a testing program of the College

Entrance Examination Board. The exams, which are usually taken prior to college admission, are

offered in early May and early August. There are two types of examinations:

General Examinations

The CLEP General Examinations provide a comprehensive measure of

achievement in five basic areas of liberal arts (English, Humanities, Mathematics, Natural

Sciences, and Social Sciences-History). Each examination assesses the extent to which general

knowledge in an area has been mastered.

Subject Examinations

: The CLEP Subject Examinations are achievement tests for widely offered

undergraduate college courses and are similar in content and scope to many Excelsior College

Examinations. They stress understanding, ability to perceive relationships, and the grasp of

principles, concepts, and factual materials in the respective courses. Some cover material studied

in a typical full-year course, while others are limited to material studied in a one-semester course.

At present, forty CLEP Subject Examinations are available in such fields as business law, economics,

English, geology, human growth and development, statistics, and trigonometry.

The CLEP Subject Examinations may satisfy specific course requirements at Elmira College. This

determination is made by the Registrar in consultation with the Division Chair or advisor in a specific

field.

Information concerning registration forms, fees, and test locations may be obtained directly from

(CLEP): College-Level Examination Program, PO. Box 1824, Princeton, New Jersey 08540, (609) 771-

7865.

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Elmira College Equivalency Examination

This program was developed to provide matriculated students at Elmira College with a method of

acquiring college credits in those cases where neither Excelsior College Examination nor the College Level

Examination (CLEP), administered by the College Board, is not available for a given course subject.

Students who request an equivalency or “challenge” examination must demonstrate that they have

acquired the knowledge and skills on which they wish to be examined. Students must complete the

examination during the term in which they register for it. The last possible date to register for such an

examination in any academic year is one month before Commencement.

Any student who wishes to take an examination must proceed as follows:

1. The student must first obtain from the Office of the Registrar the proper application forms.

2. The student must seek the agreement of a full-time faculty member in the appropriate discipline

that he or she is willing to administer an examination.

3. The student must seek the approval of the Provost for permission to sit for this examination.

This requires submission of the following:

A. A written statement from the faculty member who has agreed to develop, administer

and evaluate the examination;

B. The title, course number, and credits for which the examination is intended;

C. Written evidence of the approval of the student’s academic advisor. The Provost will not

grant approval for equivalency exams for courses prerequisite to those for which the student

has already received credit or is currently enrolled, or those preliminary to or significantly

overlapping with such courses. Students may appeal rejection of their application to the

Educational Standards Committee.

4. After written approval has been granted by the Provost, the student must complete the Elmira

College Equivalency Examination Application Form, which is available in the Office of the

Registrar. Such application serves as the examination registration.

When the examination has been administered, the grade will be submitted to the Registrar and recorded

as follows:

1. The instructor will submit a grade to the Registrar in the space provided on the application form.

Current regulations stipulate that the grade must be P (Pass) in all areas except those courses

used to fulfill a major requirement; in such cases the grade must be “A” through “D-.”

2. The Registrar will record the instructor’s grade on the student’s academic record as follows:

“Equivalency examination, course title, number of credits, and grade awarded.” No record

of failures or attempts will be maintained.

International Baccalaureate (IB

)

Scores of four or higher on the Higher Level IB exams will be accepted with placement to be determined

by Registrar and Division Chair or other appropriate faculty. Courses will be evaluated on an individual

basis.

Advanced Placement Program

Entering students may also receive advanced placement credits through completion of certain college

level courses taken through their high school or at another college. Official college transcripts must be sent

to Elmira College in order to receive appropriate credits. Requirements will not necessarily be waived on

this basis. Students must make sure that the AP transcript is received by Elmira College and may either

check with the Office of the Registrar, McGraw Hall, room 113, (607) 735-1895, or call the College Board

at (609) 771-7300.

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Examination

Score

Credit

General

Education

Requirement

Placement

Art:

Art History

4,5

Fine Arts Pillar, Western

Perspective

Placement out of ART or ARH

2100, 2101

Studio Art: 2-D

Design

4,5

Fine Arts Pillar

Art faculty will determine

placement

Studio Art: 3-D

Design

4,5

Fine Arts Pillar

Art faculty will determine

placement

Studio Art:

Drawing

4,5

Fine Arts Pillar

Art faculty will determine

placement

Music Theory

4,5

Fine Arts Pillar

English:

Language and

Composition

4,5

WRT 1050

English:

Language and

Composition

4,5

Western Perspectives

History and Social Science:

Comparative

Government and

Politics

4,5

Social Sciences Pillar

European History

4,5

Humanities and Languages

Pillar, Western Perspectives

Placement out of HIS 1500

and 1501

Human Geography

4,5

Social Sciences Pillar

Microeconomics

4,5

Social Sciences Pillar

Placement out of ECO 2010

Macroeconomics

4,5

Social Sciences Pillar

Placement out of ECO 2020

Psychology

4,5

Social Sciences Pillar

Placement out of PSY 1010

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Examination

Score

Credit

General

Education

Requirement

Placement

United States

Government and

Politics

4,5

Social Sciences Pillar

Placement out of PSC 1040

United States

History

4,5

Humanities and Languages

Pillar, Western Perspectives

Placement out of HIS 1400

and 1401

World History

4,5

Humanities Pillar, Global

Perspectives

Mathematics:

Calculus AB

4,5

Mathematics and Natural

Sciences Pillar

Placement determined by

Mathematics faculty

Calculus BC

4,5

Mathematics and Natural

Sciences Pillar

Placement determined by

Mathematics faculty

Statistics

4,5

Mathematics and Natural

Sciences Pillar, Mathematical

Quantitative Reasoning

Placement out of MAT 2090

Sciences:

Biology

4,5

Mathematics and Natural

Sciences Pillar

Chemistry

4,5

Mathematics and Natural

Science Pillar

Environmental

Science

4,5

Mathematics and Natural

Science Pillar

Physics C:

Electricity and

Magnetism

4,5

Mathematics and Natural

Science Pillar

Physics C:

Mechanics

4,5

Mathematics and Natural

Science Pillar

Physics 1: Algebra

Based

4,5

Mathematics and Natural

Science Pillar

Physics 2: Algebra

Based

4,5

Mathematics and Natural

Science Pillar

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Examination

Score

Credit

General

Education

Requirement

Placement

World Languages and Cultures:

Chinese Language

and Culture

4,5

Humanities and Languages Pillar

French Language

and Culture

4,5

Humanities and Languages Pillar

German Language

and Culture

4,5

Humanities and Languages Pillar

Italian Language

and Culture

4,5

Humanities and Languages Pillar

Japanese Language

and Culture

4,5

Humanities and Languages Pillar

Latin

4,5

Humanities and Languages Pillar

Spanish Language

and Culture

4,5

Humanities and Languages Pillar

Spanish Literature

and Culture

4,5

Humanities and Languages Pillar

The Baccalaureate Degree

The requirements for baccalaureate degrees granted by Elmira College have been established by members

of the faculty so that each graduate receives a broad general education, explores different fields of

knowledge, examines one or more of those fields intensively, and applies the knowledge acquired in the

classroom to realistic and appropriate work experiences.

To receive a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) or Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree from Elmira College, a student

must complete a minimum of 120 credits, with a cumula-tive grade-point average (G.P.A.) of at least 2.000.

The last 30 of these credits must be earned at Elmira College. For the B.A. at least 90 credit hours must be in

the liberal arts and sciences; for the B.S. at least 60 credit hours must be in the liberal arts and sciences. Each

student must also earn a mini-mum grade-point average of 2.000 within the major.

Moreover, students must earn a stipulated number of credits—with a passing grade—in the completion

of General Degree Requirements (as follows) and a

Major, listed on pages 34-37

Students also have the option of completing a Minor, listed on page 39, in which case a 2.000 G.P.A.

within the minor must be completed. Basic computing skills are expected upon entrance to the College.

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General Degree Requirements

Grounded in the liberal arts and sciences, Elmira College provides a collaborative and supportive

environment that enables students to become active learners, effective leaders, responsible community

members, and globally engaged citizens. This section of the Catalog lists the general education

requirements we use to ensure that our students have a solid foundation as broadly educated and

engaged persons. All students must complete all of the general education listed here, unless otherwise

noted:

Academic Writing Program

3 credits

All students will take WRT 1050: College Writing. Students may be eligible to transfer

equivalent course credits or use AP or IB classes to fulfill this requirement, and should contact

the Office of the Registrar Office for more information. In order to satisfy the General

Education requirement, all students will be required to earn no lower than a C- in WRT 1050.

Mathematical and Quantitative Reasoning

3-4 credits

The Mathematical and Quantitative Reasoning requirement is designed to ensure students have

the skills necessary to apply quantitative reasoning in their lives after college. This requirement

will expose students to solving quantitative problems. These courses can be in any discipline, so

students will have the opportunity to apply these strategies to specific questions in specific

disciplines.

C. First-Year Seminar 3 credits

First-Year Seminar (FYS 1010) is the foundational course in the liberal arts and sciences for

entering freshmen. Offered in the Fall Term, it serves as a gateway to the College’s General

Education program and introduces students to the wider world of learning beyond the

professional training of their declared majors. One of the main goals of the program is to develop

intellectual skills that will be helpful to students throughout their college career and beyond.

In particular, the seminar focuses on sharpening students’ skills in critical thinking and

reading. Students have the opportunity to choose from a wide variety of exciting seminar

topics, ranging from the natural sciences and the humanities, to the fine arts and the social

sciences. In each case, the professor draws on her or his special expertise and interests to

provide a unique learning experience.

The Liberal Arts Pillars and World Engagement Requirements:

27.0-36.0 credits

The Pillars and World Engagement requirements provide students with the intellectual breadth

in the liberal arts and sciences necessary to be a broadly educated and globally aware

citizen. Classes that fulfill these requirements are listed in MyEC and are maintained as a list by

the Office of the Registrar.

The Pillars

27 credits

Students will complete 27 credits of coursework among the Liberal Arts fields listed

below. Courses taken as part of a major or concentration will qualify as credit towards this

requirement. No more than 3 credit hours from the same field code may be applied unless that

field code is for a language other than English.

Fine Arts

6 credits

(ARH, ART, DAN, FAR, MUS, and THE field codes)

The Fine Arts are the expression of our human experience through visual art, writing, language,

motion, and music. Coursework from this pillar will develop a student’s skills in the creation of the

fine and performing arts, present historical and cultural contexts for appreciation of the arts, and

encourage students to embrace new means of expression.

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Humanities and Languages

9 credits

(AMS, ASL, and all languages, ENG, LAL, HIS, HUM, MCD and PHR field codes)

The Humanities focus on the interpretation of the human experience with a strong emphasis on

analytical, critical, and reflective approaches. Courses from this pillar contribute to a student’s

understanding of the development, expression, and diversity of the human community by examining

the development of a wide variety of ideas and forms of expression using literary, historical, and

philosophical texts, and various artistic media.

Social Sciences

6 credits

(ANT, ARC, CRJ, ECO, GEG, PSY, PSC, SOC, SSC, SST, and WMS field codes)

The social sciences study human behavior in the context of culture and society. Courses from this

pillar develop a student’s ability to use quantitative and qualitative tools to analyze material artifacts,

institutions and processes, motivations, and behavior of people in past and contemporary societies.

Mathematics and Natural Sciences

6 credits

(AST, BIO, CHE, CSC, ENV, GEO, MAT, NSC, and PHY field codes)

Mathematics and the natural sciences focus on using empirical and quantitative methods and the

development of those methods by way of formal logic and quantitative reasoning. Courses from this

pillar enable students to better employ the scientific method, use mathematical tools, and apply

knowledge of nature to understand the universe.

World Engagement

9 credits

The World Engagement component of the General Education curriculum will foster the ability

to view the world from multiple perspectives and to gain an appreciation of the global intercon-

nectedness of issues, trends, and systems. Student will complete 3 credits in:

A. Global Perspectives (GLP)

B. Non-Western Perspectives (NWP)

C. Western Perspectives (WEP)

Physical Education and Wellness

0-2 credits

Developing an understanding of the importance of physical health has always been an

important component of an Elmira College education. Physical health and well-being impacts all

aspects of our lives. Therefore, all full-time students must complete two approved Physical

Education and Wellness courses.

Alternatively, participation in a Varsity sport, Junior Varsity sport, club sport or the ROTC

program counts as a substitute for a Physical Education and Wellness activity or course, provided

that the participation comprises at least eighteen contests, contacts, or practices. Records are

maintained by the Director of Athletics and the Coordinator of the Physical Education Program.

Students wishing to request a waiver in recognition of campus activities such as Orchesis,

Precision Line, Danceline, or activities taken off campus, should see the Coordinator of the

Physical Education Program.

Field Experience-Practicum

0-12 credits

Elmira College requires its students to participate in Field Experience and Practicum

programs enabling them to apply concepts learned in the classroom, explore possible career

options, work alongside professionals in an industry matching the students’ career aspirations,

develop an understanding of the day-to-day operations of an organization, and gain professional

networking connections. The Field Experience program is designed to provide students with real-

world experience and to better prepare them for entrance into graduate schools and career fields

of their choice. Satisfactory completion of the program is based on the students’ ability to

demonstrate that they have accomplished the goals set by the program as assessed by themselves,

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their faculty sponsors, and their off-campus site supervisors. The program has two parts:

Community Engagement (FEX 2515)

Community Engagement provides learning opportunities, instills civic responsibility, immerses

students in the local area, and helps strengthen the community of Elmira. All full-time students at Elmira

College must complete 60 hours of unpaid Community Engagement in the local area. Students may work

at one or several community organizations, and participate in community service events sponsored by the

College. Some classes, clubs, or teams may have Community Engagement hours as part of their

requirements. Community Engagement opportunities are posted in the Office of Career Services.

While Community Engagement is a general education requirement, and as such is required for all full-

time students, it is not granted college credit. Students do not get a grade for their participation. Students

are strongly encouraged to complete this requirement within their first two years of enrolling at Elmira

College.

Students in the local area may request a waiver of the Community Engagement requirement if they

enroll at the College one year or more after graduation from high school, having already volunteered sixty

or more hours with a non-profit organization during that time. Military service may also be used to waive

the requirement via submission of DD214 or evidence of current military status.

The Office of Career Services oversees this program with guidelines and procedures that students must

follow as they complete their Community Engagement. These guidelines are available in the Career

Services office and on their webpage. Requests for waivers of the guidelines or the requirement should

be addressed to the Office of Career Services, and decisions may be appealed to the Educational Standards

Committee.

The Career-Related Internship 3-12 credits

The Career-Related Internship provides an opportunity for students to explore work

experience related to the major or to potential career goals. Students may apply knowledge gained

in the classroom to the specific settings of the work environment. Career-Related Internships

may be completed any time after the sophomore year. International students in a major that does

not require an internship as part of the major may choose to complete an internship but are not

required to do so. There are multiple ways to complete Career-Related Internship requirements.

International students in a major that does not require an internship as part of the major may

choose to complete an internship but are not required to do so.

A. Career Related Internship [FEX 4510]: This is a credit-bearing course, graded on a pass/fail

basis, using a more generic field code than any of the approved internship courses that use field

codes from the academic disciplines.

B. Pre-Career Internships [FEX 4525]: Internships registered under this course code may not be

taken for academic credit. Students will work for a minimum of 120 hours in a pre-career or

major related environment. This work may be paid or unpaid, but must be career or major-

related. Students may work with the Office of Career Services or on their own to find an

appropriate career-related internship. The Office of Career Services administers this

requirement, and publishes guidelines and procedures for students. Students should follow

these guidelines to successfully complete the requirement. This internship may or may not be

taken for credit.

C. Major-Specific Internship: Students must complete the major specific internship if it is

required by their major. Students who are completing a major that offers the internship for

credit may complete their internship according to the guidelines of the major. The number of

hours required for the internship may vary from major to major.

D. Thesis or Portfolio [FEX 4555]: Students who plan to go on to graduate school or into a

research field may work with a faculty member to write an original thesis, or produce an original

body of work appropriate for their field of study. This option will require students to register

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for 6 credit hours. This thesis or work should result in a significant and appropriate contribution

of new ideas or material to the field. Faculty supervisors may voluntarily elect to work with

students to guide the research or creative process. Upon completion, students will do an oral

presentation of their work to the campus community. A volunteer committee of three faculty

members, chosen by the student and approved by the faculty supervisor, will orally examine the

student and assign a final grade for the thesis.

E. Pre-Graduate Internship [FEX 4550]: A Pre-Graduate Internship may be pursued by students

who are planning to attend graduate school and who meet the high standards of graduate

study. The Pre-Graduate School Internship fulfills the Career-Related Internship requirement.

Projects for the Pre-Graduate School Internship may include, but are not limited to, the

following:

1. Original research in the laboratory sciences

2. Building an art portfolio

3. Statistical hypothesis testing and/or model building

4. Interpretation and analysis of the activities of social agencies or business

5. Graduate-level scholarship on a historical, literary or philosophical subject

The Associate Degree

Associate in Arts

The Associate in Arts degree

in Liberal Arts with a major in General Studies

requires the following:

A. General Degree Requirements (for a description of these requirements, see I of the Associate

in Science degree.)

B. Completion of sufficient general electives to reach a total of 60 credits.

C. At least 45 of the 60 credit hours must be in the Liberal Arts and Sciences.

Associate in Science

General Degree Requirements

Academic Writing Program

3 credits

All students will take WRT 1050 unless they have, in transfer, an equivalent course or are eligible

to use AP or IB classes to fulfill the requirement. In order to satisfy the General Education

requirement, all students will be required to earn no lower than a C- in WRT 1050.

Mathematical and Quantitative Reasoning 3-4 credits

Students will complete one course designated as MQR. This course may also overlap with the

disciplinary Pillar component of General Education or the student’s major.

The Pillars and World Engagement

21 credits*

The Pillars

*Students will complete 21 credits of coursework among The Pillars listed below. Courses taken as part

of the major will qualify for The Pillars. No more than 3 credit hours from the same field code may be

applied unless that field code is for a language other than English:

Fine Arts

3-6 credits

Humanities

3-9 credits

Social Sciences

3-6 credits

Natural Sciences

3-6 credits

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World Engagement*

9 credits

*These courses can be chosen from a wide variety of disciplines and may also overlap with the

disciplinary The Pillar component of General Education or the student’s major.

A. Global Perspectives (GLP) 3 credits

B. Non-Western Perspectives (NWP) 3 credits

C. Western Perspectives (WEP) 3 credits

Note: Associate’s Degree students are not required to complete First Year Seminar, PE-Wellness, or Field

Experience-Practicum Requirements.

Major Requirements

Students must also complete an approved major, available in each of the following. After each field is the Higher

Education General Information Survey (HEGIS) code number.

Major HEGIS Codes Degree

Accounting 0502 B.S.

Accounting 150-Hour Licensure Qualification 0502 B.S.

Actuarial and Financial Science 1799 B.S.

Adolescence Education: Biology 0401.01 B.A. - B.S.

Adolescence Education: Chemistry 1905.01 B.A. - B.S.

Adolescence Education: English 1501.01 B.A. - B.S.

Adolescence Education: Mathematics 1701.01 B.A. - B.S.

Adolescence Education: Social Studies 2201.01 B.A. - B.S.

Art 1002 B.A.

Biochemistry 4902 B.A. - B.S.

Biology 0401 B.A. - B.S.

Business 5004 A.S.

Business Administration 0506 B.S.

Chemistry 1905 B.A. - B.S.

Childhood Education 0802 B.A. - B.S.

Childhood Special Education 0808 B.A. - B.S.

Clinical Laboratory Science 1223 B.S.

Criminal Justice 2105 B.S.

Educational Studies 0801 B.A. - B.S.

English Literature 1502 B.A.

Environmental Science 0420.00 B.A. – B.S.

Finance 0504.00 B.S.

General Studies 5699 A.A.

General Studies 4901 B.S.

History 2205 B.A. - B.S.

Human Services 5501 A.S.

Human Services 2101 B.S.

Individualized Studies 4901 B.A. - B.S.

Legal Studies 1499.00 B.A. - B.S.

Mathematics 1701 B.A. - B.S.

Media Studies, Communications, & Design 0699.00 B.A. – B.S.

Nursing 1203 B.S.

Political Science 2207 B.A. - B.S.

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Major HEGIS Codes Degree

Psychology 2001 B.A. - B.S.

Social Studies 2201 B.A. - B.S.

Sociology and Anthropology 2299 B.A. - B.S.

Speech and Hearing 1220 B.S.

Speech and Language Disabilities 0815 B.A. - B.S.

Theatre 1007 B.A.

Visual Arts 0831 B.A.

To receive the Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree, the student must earn 90 of the required 120 credits in

the liberal arts and sciences; for the Bachelor of Science (B.S.), 60 of the required credits must be earned

in such courses. In some majors, the student may choose the degree; in others, it is determined by the

nature of the requirements. All majors require at least 12 credits of upper-level courses (those numbered

3000 and above), and at least one course in which writing appropriate to the disciple is stressed (designated

as a “WRT” course).

The specific requirements for each of the majors are listed in the section titled “Majors and Courses of

Instruction.” Students will be encouraged to complete their general major requirements and prerequisites

for upper-level courses during their first and second years of enrollment. Completing more than one major

is permitted.

If a program or major is discontinued, Elmira College will make every effort to allow students to

complete the program or major in a reasonable length of time following the date of discontinuance.

See the section “Majors and Courses of Instruction,” beginning on page 40, for a description of major

requirements and courses.

Baccalaureate Minors

Elmira College offers approved minors in certain academic disciplines. A minor is not required for a

degree, but is offered to students to supplement the major or permit them to explore another area of

knowledge in some depth. Courses that count toward the major requirements may also be counted toward

completion of a minor. Students should work closely with their advisors in planning their major and

complementing it with an appropriate minor. See the section “Majors and Courses of Instruction,” for

minor requirements.

Minors offered by the College are:

Anthropology and Sociology Finance

Art History

Digital Art and Graphic Design Legal Studies

Pre-Athletic Training Mathematics

Biology Medical Humanities

Business Administration Media Studies, Communications, & Design

Chemistry Political Science

Criminal Justice Sociology

Economics and Anthropology

English Literature Speech and Hearing

Environmental Science Sustainability

Fashion Marketing Theatre

Fashion Merchandising Women’s Studies

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Undergraduate Majors and Courses of Instruction

This section lists requirements for majors and minors and describes courses of instruction. Because

courses are revised annually, their specific content will vary from year to year. To provide more detailed

information upon which to base the selection of courses, the Schedule and Course Descriptions

are

published each term. This is available in time to examine course prerequisites, teaching procedures,

objectives, and evaluation methods before registering.

Courses numbered 1000 and 2000 are lower-level courses that introduce subjects or provide general

overviews and are open to freshmen. Courses numbered 3000 and 4000 are specialized courses, usually

requiring prerequi-sites, and are typically not open to freshmen. Courses that are listed without a

designated prerequisite have no prerequisites. Courses numbered 1900, 2900, and 3900 have been

designed to be taught during the Spring Term. A description of selected Spring Term courses begins on

page 172.

Courses that fulfill the general degree requirement for a “WRT” course and courses that fulfill the

distribution requirements will be identified prior to registration for each term.

FIELD CODES:

A three-letter code is assigned for every general subject category (e.g., BIO for Biology).

Codes for the present subject-major areas listed in this Catalog are:

Subject Area

Field Code

Subject Area

Field Code

Accounting

ACC

Environmental Science

ENV

Academic Writing Program

WRT

Fashion Marketing and

Merchandising

FSH

Air Force Leadership Studies

AIR

Field Experience

FEX

American Sign Language

ASL

Finance

FIN

American Studies

AMS

Fine Arts

FAR

Anthropology

ANT

First Year Seminar

FYS

Art

ART

Healthcare Management

HCM

Art History

ARH

History

HIS

Biology

BIO

Honors Program

HNR

Chemistry

CHE

Human Services

HMS

Communication Science and Disorders

CSD

Language and Literature

LAL

Criminal Justice

CRJ

Legal Studies

LAW

Dance

DAN

Management

MGT

Economics

ECO

Marketing

MKT

Education

EDU

Media Studies

MCD

English

ENG

Merchandising

MER

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Subject Area

Field Code

Subject Area

Field Code

Nursing

NSG

Sociology

SOC

Philosophy and Religion

PHR

Social Science

SSC

Physical Education

PED

Spanish

SPA

Physics

PHY

Speech Communications

SPC

Political Science

PSC

Theatre

THE

Psychology

PSY

Women’s Studies

WMS

COURSE NUMBERS: Courses will be numbered in terms of thousands rather than hundreds as many

systems use. In general, the number indicates the level of difficulty of the course as follows:

1000 – 1899

Entry level courses: Either a course viewed as accessible to an entering Freshman or the

successor to such a course.

2000 – 2899

Lower division courses: An entry level course which requires special preparation, a course

with prerequisites at the 1000-level, or a successor to such courses.

3000 – 3899

Upper division courses: These courses should have one or more prerequisites in the

discipline at the 2000-level or above.

4000 – 4899

Capstone experiences

Accounting (Bachelor of Science)

credits

ACC 2010 Financial Accounting 3.0

ACC 2021 Managerial Accounting 3.0

ACC 3540 Intermediate Accounting I 3.0

ACC-FIN 3541 Intermediate Accounting II 3.0

ACC-MGT 3610 Cost Accounting 3.0

ACC 3730 Tax Accounting I 3.0

ACC 4550 Advanced Accounting 3.0

ACC 4740 Auditing (WRT course) 3.0

ECO 2010 Principles of Microeconomics 3.0

ECO 2020 Principles of Macroeconomics 3.0

ECO-FIN 3030 Money and Financial Institutions 3.0

FIN 3010 Financial Management 3.0

MAT 2090 Statistical Methods 4.0

MGT 2010 Business Law I 3.0

MGT 2020 Business Law II 3.0

MGT 2240 Principles of Management 3.0

FSH-MIS 3010 Introduction to Management 3.0

Information Systems

MKT 2250 Principles of Marketing 3.0

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credits

Electives: Accounting Elective: 3.0

Business Elective: 3.0

Accounting

Business

Finance

Management

Marketing

Credits required for major: 61.0

Liberal Arts and Sciences Courses

60.0

Total credits required to complete major:* 121.0

*Including courses to fulfill the College’s general education requirements.

Accounting -150-Hour Licensure Qualification (Bachelor of Science)

credits

ACC 2010 Financial Accounting 3.0

ACC 2021 Managerial Accounting 3.0

ACC 3540 Intermediate Accounting I 3.0

ACC-FIN 3541 Intermediate Accounting II 3.0

ACC-MGT 3610 Cost Accounting I 3.0

ACC 3730 Tax Accounting I 3.0

ACC 4550 Advanced Accounting 3.0

ACC 4740 Auditing (WRT course) 3.0

ECO 2010 Principles of Microeconomics 3.0

ECO 2020 Principles of Macroeconomics 3.0

ECO-FIN 3030 Money and Financial Institutions 3.0

FIN 3010 Financial Management 3.0

MAT 2090 Statistical Methods 4.0

MGT 2010 Business Law I 3.0

MGT 2020 Business Law II 3.0

MGT 2240 Principles of Management 3.0

FSH-MIS 3010 Introduction to Management 3.0

Information Systems

MKT 2250 Principles of Marketing 3.0

Total credits required to complete core requirements: 55.0

Option I:

credits

ACC 3735 Tax Accounting II 3.0

ACC -FIN 3755 Principles of Government and 3.0

Non-Profit Accounting

ACC 3910 Accountants as Whistleblowers? 3.0

MGT 3410 Operations Management 3.0

MGT 4011 Corporate Strategy (WRT course) 3.0

ECO-PHR 2900* Business and Society: Does the Corporation 3.0

Have a Conscience?

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*Accounting majors must register under the ECO field code for 3.0 credits.

credits

Electives: International ECO, MGT, or MKT 3.0

Total credits required to complete Option I:

21.0

Option II:

Electives: Accounting Electives: 9.0

Select three of the following four courses:

ACC 3735 Tax Accounting II

ACC-FIN 3755 Principles of Government and

Non-Profit Accounting

ACC 3910 Accountants as Whistleblowers?

ACC 4510** Accounting Internship

Select three of the following four courses:

Business Electives: 6.0

Business

Economics

Finance

Management

Marketing

Management Information Systems

Total credits required to complete Option II: 15.0

Additional Credit Hours*** 74.0-80.0

**The Accounting Internship may not be used toward the one year experience requirement for licensure.

***Including courses to fulfill the College’s general education requirements.

Total credits required to complete major: 150.0

Note: This program is a New York State Licensure Registered Program. Students who plan to sit for the CPA examination in a state

other than New York should consult with the appropriate Board of Accountancy to determine if this program will meet the

requirements of that state.

Accounting Course Descriptions

ACC 2010 Financial Accounting 3 credits

A study of the fundamental principles of accounting as applied in business. Included are the basic concepts of accounting systems design and

use, transaction analysis, adjusting entries, and basic financial statement preparation, accounting for assets, liabilities, and owners’ equity.

ACC 2021 Managerial Accounting 3 credits

The second course of study of the fundamental principles of accounting with emphasis on managerial accounting. The student is also

introduced to elements of financial analysis, responsibility accounting, cost systems, and management control; cost-volume-profit analysis is

be introduced and contrasted to traditional financial accounting statements and current and contingent liabilities. Prerequisite: ACC 2010.

ACC 3540 Intermediate Accounting I 3 credits

This course includes accounting theory and practice as applied to the preparation of the corporate balance sheet and income statement and

the reporting of current assets, fixed assets. Prerequisites: Two terms of Principles of Accounting.

ACC-FIN 3541 Intermediate Accounting II 3 credits

This course includes accounting theory and practice as applied to current assets, fixed assets, liabilities, network accounts, investments,

reserves, income, and sources and applications of funds. Prerequisite: ACC 3540 or permission of instructor.

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ACC-MGT 3610 Cost Accounting I 3 credits

A study of the theories and procedures in cost accumulation, reporting, and control, including job order and process costing systems, material,

labor and overhead costing, joint and by-product costing, standard costing and variance analysis, and direct cost-ing, the contribution margin,

and operational and capital budgeting. Prerequisites: Two terms of Principles of Accounting or the permission of the instructor.

ACC 3730 Tax Accounting I 3 credits

Federal income tax provisions will be studied; emphasis will be placed on computa-tion of gross income, deductions, credits, and tax liability

of individuals. Estate and gift, partnership, and corporate taxes will be discussed briefly. Prerequisites: Two terms of Principles of Accounting

or the permission of the instructor.

ACC 3735 Tax Accounting II 3 credits

A continuation of tax accounting theory and practice introduced in Tax Accounting I. Topics include taxation of income of Sub chapter C

and S corporations, partnerships, estates, and trusts; taxation of corporate earnings and profits; and the imposition of transfer (estate and

gift) taxes. Prerequisite: ACC 3730.

ACC-FIN 3755 Principles of Government and Non-Profit Accounting 3 credits

A comprehensive examination of accounting and reporting principles and practices for “non-business” entities, with the objective of providing

students with knowledge and skills necessary to take advantage of the many opportunities in this area of accounting. The differences between

accounting of governmental and non-profit entities and accounting for business enterprises will be emphasized. Budgetary controls, fund

accounting, cash management, and financial reporting will be major areas of study. Prerequisites: ACC 2010 and ACC 2021.

ACC 3910 Accountants as Whistleblowers? 3 credits

This course is an examination of the accounting profession’s response to the recent corporate accounting scandals and what has been called

the “expectation gap”- the difference between the public’s perception of the role if the independent auditor and the actual requirements

imposed by professional standards. Case studies based on U.S. corporations will give students the opportunity to use “real life” examples as a

means of understanding and evaluating the adequacy of disclosure by management and independent auditors.

ACC 4510 Accounting Internship 3 credits

This course is a 120 hour supervised field experience in an approved private or public company or governmental agency or CPA firm. The

purpose of an accounting internship is to provide the student with valuable experience that bridges the classroom experience with the practical,

professional experience of working in the field of accounting. Also need to complete a contract with the Office of Career Services, before

registering for course. Graded on pass-fail basis.

ACC 4550 Advanced Accounting 3 credits

An examination of advanced accounting concepts including financial accounting pro-cedures for partnerships, governmental accounting

procedures, and the preparation and analysis of consolidated corporate financial statements. Prerequisites: ACC 3540 and ACC-FIN 3541.

ACC 4740 Auditing 3 credits

A study and explanation of generally accepted accounting principles and the appli-cable auditing standards and procedures employed by the

independent auditor in gathering the audit evidence necessary for the expression of an opinion on the fairness of the client’s financial

statements. The ethics of the profession will also be studied. Prerequisites: ACC 3540 and ACC -FIN 3541. Fulfills WRT-Course

Requirement.

Academic Writing Program Course Descriptions

WRT 1000 Writing Workshop 1 credit

Offers extra support for students who struggle with or feel unprepared for college-level writing. Deepens critical reading of texts and enhances

the student’s ability to express clear and strong ideas using college-level prose. This course may be taken either before or at the same time as

WRT 1050.

WRT 1050 College Writing 3 credits

Will introduce students to the fundamentals expected of college-level writers through assignments focused on responding to academic texts,

situating oneself in relation to readings, and collecting sources using library research. Each section is themed, based on the instructor’s

interests and expertise. This course satisfies the Academic Writing general education requirement.

Actuarial and Financial Science

(Bachelor of Science)

credits

ACC 2010 Financial Accounting 3.0

ACC 2021 Managerial Accounting 3.0

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credits

ECO 2010 Principles of Microeconomics 3.0

ECO 2020 Principles of Macroeconomics 3.0

FIN 3010 Financial Management 3.0

FIN 3250 Investment Analysis and Concepts 3.0

FIN 3300 Financial Markets and Institutions 3.0

FIN 4100 Portfolio Management 3.0

FIN 4200 Case Problems in Financial Management 3.0

and Planning (WRT course)

BUS-ECO 2600 Statistics for Business and Economics

or 3.0-4.0

MAT 2090 Statistical Methods

MAT 2010 Calculus I 4.0

MAT 2010L Calculus I Lab 0.0

MAT 2020 Calculus II 4.0

MAT 2020L Calculus II Lab 0.0

MAT 3010 Calculus III 4.0

MAT 3030 Multivariable Calculus 4.0

MAT 3045 Introduction to Probability 3.0

MAT 3046 Introduction to Mathematical Statistics 3.0

Total credits required to complete major: 52.0–53.0

Air Force Leadership Studies Course Descriptions

AIR 1101 Heritage and Values of the United States Air Force I 1 credit

Is a survey course designed to introduce students to the United States Air Force and provides an overview of the basic characteristics, missions,

and organization of the Air Force.

AIR 1102 Heritage and Values of the United States Air Force II 1 credit

Is a survey course designed to introduce students to the United States Air Force and provides an overview of the basic characteristics, missions,

and organization of the Air Force.

AIR 1141 Initial Military Experience I 1 credit

Introduction to the responsibilities, life, and work of an Air Force officer. Basic knowledge of drill and ceremonies, military courtesies, and

the wearing of the uniform. Distribution Requirement: PEW.

AIR 1142 Initial Military Experience II 1 credit

Introduction to the responsibilities, life, and work of an Air Force officer. Basic knowledge of drill and ceremonies, military courtesies, and

the wearing of the uniform. Distribution Requirement: PEW.

AIR 2201 Team and Leadership Fundamentals I 1 credit

Focuses on laying the foundation for teams and leadership. The topics include skills that will allow cadets to improve their leadership on a

personal level and within a team. The courses will prepare cadets for their field training experience where they will be able to put the concepts

learned into practice. The purpose is to instill a leadership mindset and to motivate sophomore students to transition from AFROTC cadet

to AFROTC officer candidate.

AIR 2202 Team and Leadership Fundamentals II 1 credit

Focuses on laying the foundation for teams and leadership. The topics include skills that will allow cadets to improve their leadership on a

personal level and within a team. The courses will prepare cadets for their field training experience where they will be able to put the concepts

learned into practice. The purpose is to instill a leadership mindset and to motivate sophomore students to transition from AFROTC cadet

to AFROTC officer candidate.

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AIR 2241 Intermediate Military Experience I 1 credit

Designed to help students develop skill in giving commands for drill and ceremonies. Students are also introduced to the Air Force base

environment in which the officer functions. Career areas available based on academic majors are described. Students participate in military

drills and ceremonies. Distribution Requirement: PEW.

AIR 2242 Intermediate Military Experience II 1 credit

Designed to help students develop skill in giving commands for drill and ceremonies. Students are also introduced to the Air Force base

environment in which the officer functions. Career areas available based on academic majors are described. Students participate in military

drills and ceremonies. Distribution Requirement: PEW.

AIR 3301 Leading People and Effective Communication I 3 credits

Teaches cadets advanced skills and knowledge in management and leadership. Special emphasis is placed on enhancing leadership skills and

communication. Cadets have an opportunity to try out these leadership and management techniques in a supervised environment as Juniors

and Seniors.

AIR 3302 Leading People and Effective Communication II 3 credits

Teaches cadets advanced skills and knowledge in management and leadership. Special emphasis is placed on enhancing leadership skills and

communication. Cadets have an opportunity to try out these leadership and management techniques in a supervised environment as Juniors

and Seniors.

AIR 3341 Junior Officer Leadership Experiences I 1 credit

Cadets assume leadership responsibilities similar to those of a junior officer. Emphasis is on the importance of applying effective human

relations skills in dealing with superiors, peers, and subordinates. Cadets also gain insight into the general structure and progression patterns

of selected Air Force officer career fields. Distribution Requirement: PEW.

AIR 3342 Junior Officer Leadership Experiences II 1 credit

Cadets assume leadership responsibilities similar to those of a junior officer. Emphasis is on the importance of applying effective human

relations skills in dealing with superiors, peers, and subordinates. Cadets also gain insight into the general structure and progression patterns

of selected Air Force officer career fields. Distribution Requirement: PEW.

AIR 4401 National Security Affairs-Prep for Active Duty I 3 credits

Is designed for college seniors and gives them the foundation to understand their role as military officers in American society. It is an overview

of the complex social and political issues facing the military profession and requires a measure of sophistication commensurate with the senior

college level. The final semester provides information that will prepare the cadets for Active Duty.

AIR 4402 National Security Affairs-Prep for Active Duty II 3 credits

Is designed for college seniors and gives them the foundation to understand their role as military officers in American society. It is an overview

of the complex social and political issues facing the military profession and requires a measure of sophistication commensurate with the senior

college level. The final semester provides information that will prepare the cadets for Active Duty.

AIR 4441L Advanced Leadership Experiences 1 credit

Cadets assume command leadership responsibilities to operate a military organization. Cadets apply effective leadership and managerial

techniques with individuals and groups and participate in self-analysis of leadership and managerial abilities. Distribution Requirement: PEW.

AIR 4442L Pre-commissioning Laboratory 1 credit

Factors that facilitate transition from civilian to military life are reviewed. The need for military security, base services and activities, personal

finances, travel regulations, and social obligations are introduced. Distribution Requirement: PEW.

American Sign Language Course Descriptions

ASL 1010 American Sign Language I 3 credits

The fundamentals of American Sign Language (ASL) and an introduction to deaf culture. Focusing on sign production and the development

of expressive and receptive fluency.

ASL 1020 American Sign Language II 3 credits

A continuation of ASL 1010, this course provides students with a review, expansion, and identification of grammar, syntax and semantics of

American Sign Language. Prerequisite: ASL 1010.

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American Studies Course Descriptions

AMS-ENG 1300 Presidential Campaigns and Political Media 3 credits

Investigating the modern presidential campaign (1960-2020) through print, broadcast, cable, and internet coverage. Distribution

Requirement: WEP.

AMS-ENG-MCD 1650 HBO, From Pulp to Prestige 3 credits

Treats the premium television network founded in 1972 as a synecdoche – a representative artifact – the study of which reveals the cultural,

economic, and political patterns of U.S. mass media during the past half-century.

AMS 2020 Individualism and Community in American Life 3 credits

Exploration of individualism in American culture, its character, sources, and moral and social implications. Will trace the development of

the ethos of individualism as it has been transformed by centuries of social, political, and economic change. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

AMS-ARH 2120 American Art: Colonial Period Through the Gilded Age 3 credits

A survey of the social and cultural history of American art from the colonial period through the Gilded Age. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

AMS-ARH 2130H American Art: 1865-1965 3 credits

A survey of the social and cultural history of American art from 1865-1965. Distribution Requirement: WEP. Prerequisite: Enrollment in

the Honors Program or permission of the instructor.

AMS-WMS 2300 Roots of American Feminism 3 credits

Will look at early activists for the abolition of slavery, women’s suffrage, temperance, international peace work, and labor rights -- all of which

laid the foundation for women’s movements today. Attention given to upstate New York’s connection to these efforts, as well as the

establishment of women’s higher education and the special place Elmira College holds in that history. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

AMS-WMS 2410 Gender and Utopia in America 3 credits

A study of the tradition of utopian thinking in American culture and how that tradition has dealt with questions of gender. Distribution

Requirement: WEP.

AMS-ARH 2420 The American Landscape: Art, Culture and Society 3 credits

A social and cultural history of the American landscape as it has been depicted in painting, photography, architecture and design. Topics

include the Hudson River School of painting, the role of landscape design in reflecting and shaping social behavior (e.g., Frederick Law

Olmsted and Central Park), the role of artistic representations in promoting tourism and development in the National Parks, the relationship

between landscape art and environmental politics. Note: AMS-ARH 2420 and AMS-ARH 3420 meet jointly, with additional work required

for the 3000 level credit. This course may not be taken by students who have completed AMS-ART 1955. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

AMS-ENG-HIS 3000 Race and American Identity 3 credits

A study of the way in which race has influenced the question of American identity; readings include W.E.B. Du Bois, Ralph Ellison, Richard

Rodriguez, Amy Tan, Louise Erdrich. Prerequisite: One previous course in History, American Studies or English. Distribution Requirement:

WEP.

AMS-HIS 3015 American Environmental History 3 credits

Environmental History is the study of the interaction between human beings and the environments in which they live. Will focus on the

environmental history of the United States by exploring episodes of such interactions from early European contact with Native Americans to

the present: Indian and colonist relations in New England, the cotton culture of the South, urban pollution and industrialization in the late

nineteenth century, the near extinction of the American Bison, wilderness preservation in the twentieth century, environmental politics in

the post-World War II era. In studying this material will ask several questions: how did people living in a particular place at a particular time

use and transform their environment? How has the natural environment shaped the cultural and political values and practices of the people

living within it? How have groups of people organized themselves to manage or conserve resources? How have differences in race, class,

gender and ethnicity influenced people’s interaction with the environment? Fulfills WRT-Course Requirement. Distribution Requirement:

WEP.

AMS-ENG-HIS 3025 Nature and the American Imagination 3 credits

A study of the intellectual and cultural responses to nature from the colonial period to the present, focusing on arts, literature, and philosophy.

Distribution Requirement: WEP.

AMS-ENG-MCD 3350 U.S. Media Revolutions 3 credits

Focusing exclusively on U.S. texts and contexts, traces a series of revolutions in media technology from the penny press to the smartphone.

Distribution Requirement: WEP.

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AMS-ARH 3420 The American Landscape: Art, Culture and Society 3 credits

A social and cultural history of the American landscape as it has been depicted in painting, photography, architecture and design; topics

include the Hudson River School of painting, the role of landscape design in reflecting and shaping social behavior (e.g., Frederick Law

Olmsted and Central Park), the role of artistic representations in promoting tourism and development in the National Parks, the relationship

between landscape art and environmental politics. Note: AMS-ARH 2420 and AMS-ARH 3420 meet jointly, with additional work required

for the 3000 level credit. This course may not be taken by students who have completed AMS-ART 1955 or AMS-ARH 2420. Distribution

Requirement: WEP.

Anthropology and Sociology

(Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science)

All students wishing to major in Sociology-Anthropology must complete the following:

credits

Core Requirements:

ANT 1040 Cultural Anthropology 3.0

SOC 1010 Introductory Sociology 3.0

ANT-SOC- Social Inequality 3.0

WMS 2010

ANT-SOC 3150 Social Theory 3.0

ANT-SOC 3250 The Culture of Global Capitalism 3.0

ANT-SOC 3260 Qualitative Methods in Social Sciences 3.0

(WRT course)

Total credits required to complete core requirements:: 18.0

Electives: Twenty-one credits of elective with an ANT or

SOC field code or ARC 1900. At least 6 credits must

be 3000-level courses.

Total credits required to complete major: 39.0

Anthropology and Sociology (Minor)

credits

The following five courses:

ANT 1040 Cultural Anthropology 3.0

SOC 1010 Introductory Sociology 3.0

ANT-SOC- Social Inequality 3.0

WMS 2010

ANT-SOC 3150 Social Theory 3.0

ANT-SOC 3250 The Culture of Global Capitalism 3.0

Total credits required for core requirements: 15.0

Electives: Six credits of electives with an ANT or SOC

field code or ARC 1900. At least 3 credits must be

3000-level courses.

Total credits required to complete minor: 21.0

Anthropology Course Descriptions

ANT 1040 Cultural Anthropology 3 credits

Explore the basic concepts, theories, and research methods of Anthropology, an academic discipline that specializes in the study of human

diversity around the world and throughout time. Anthropology is an exceptionally broad field, and our introduction will cover a wide array

of topics: family, kinship, sex, gender, race, ethnicity, political & social organization, healthcare, art, religion, and magic, among other

things. Will examine the interconnectedness of all social groups, and the different lifeways and historical experiences of people in our own

local communities and in other parts of the world. Distribution Requirement: NWP.

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ANT-SUS 1200 Culture and the Environment 3 credits

How do humans interact with the natural world, and how do cultural ideas of nature impact humans in the natural world? Class focuses

on these questions, while looking at environmental issues around the world. Distribution Requirement: GLP.

ANT-SOC- Social Inequality 3 credits

WMS 2010

Class will examine the processes by which social inequality is created and maintained in society. Will look at stratification based on

gender, race, social class, sexual orientation, age, religion, and ability. Will look at inequality mainly within the context of the United

States. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

ANT 2020 Peoples and Cultures of Africa 3 credits

Ethnographic survey of peoples and cultures of sub-Saharan Africa, including ecology and political economy; continuing impacts of

colonialism, nationalism, and current challenges for development; changes in social relations, and events in contemporary Africa.

Distribution Requirement: NWP.

ANT 2045 Peoples of the Pacific 3 credits

Survey of the history and societies of the Pacific Ocean islands. Course will include the prehistory and colonial history of the region, cultural,

social and linguistic characteristics; Western images (e.g., “the South Seas”); the contemporary response to modernity and globalization.

Distribution Requirement: NWP.

ANT 2120 Native Peoples of North America 3 credits

Consideration of diversity of Native American cultures from the Arctic to the Mexican border, including their origins, formation, and

development. A comparative focus utilizing ethnographic, ethno historical, ethnological, and archaeological materials. Distribution

Requirement: NWP.

ANT-PHR 2150 Ancient Religions 3 credits

An introduction to ancient religious traditions throughout the world. Requirement: NWP.

ANT-PHR 2160 Indigenous Religions 3 credits

An introduction to numerous indigenous, tribal, and ethnic religious traditions throughout the world and throughout history. Distribution

Requirement: NWP.

ANT 2170 Ancient Mesoamerica 3 credits

Survey of the ancient societies of Mexico and Central America, including the Maya, the Mexican (or “Aztec”), Zapotec, Mixtec, and others.

Topics will include the development of these societies and their various interrelationships, the social and political organization of these

societies and an introduction to their religion. Distribution Requirement: NWP.

ANT 2185 Peoples of Latin America 3 credits

Introduction to cultural patterns and diversity of Latin America with emphasis on indigenous groups, peasants, and urban residents

throughout Mexico, Central America, the Caribbean and South America. Distribution Requirement: NWP.

ANT 2222 Shamans, Cyborgs, and the Limits of Human Nature 3 credits

Introduction to anthropological perspectives on human evolution and physical diversity. Exploration of the outer limits of humanity and

normality through case studies of liminal figures, shamans, cyborgs, supernatural beings, and precursor hominin species. Critical interrogation

of discussions about human nature in popular media. Distribution Requirement: NWP.

ANT 2600 Medical Anthropology and Public Health 3 credits

Introductory survey of the field of medical anthropology with emphasis on anthropological interventions in public health. Case studies of

ethno medicine in non-western and western cultures. Includes ethnographic research project on health-related topics. Distribution

Requirement: NWP.

ANT-WMS 3040 The Anthropology of Gender 3 credits

Discussion of the cultural construction of gender roles in simple, tribal, modernizing, and industrial societies; traditional gender roles and

the impact of social and cultural change. Prerequisite: Any lower division Social Science course or permission of instructor. Distribution

Requirement: NWP.

ANT-SOC 3150 Social Theory 3 credits

Introduction to the theoretical perspectives of anthropology and sociology from their early development to contemporary and post-modern

theory. Prerequisite: ANT 1040 or SOC 1010 and recommended for students with junior or senior status. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

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ANT 3200 Psychological Anthropology 3 credits

An introduction to psychological anthropology including its historical development, cross-cultural comparisons of childhood and personality,

the relationship between the individual and culture, cognitive anthropology, linguistics, and symbolic anthropology. Distribution

Requirement: NWP.

ANT-SOC 3250 The Culture of Global Capitalism 3 credits

Will examine the social and cultural arrangements of economic systems, with particular attention to the impact of modern global capitalism.

Will explore the ways that diverse peoples have organized their economic systems, from small gathering and hunting societies to ancient

chiefdoms to modern capitalist countries. Will approach economics as a set of social relationships and suggest how these relationships

structure family, community and government. Will pay particular attention to how modern global capitalism frames and shapes the ways that

most societies function in the contemporary world. Distribution Requirement: GLP.

ANT-SOC 3260 Qualitative Methods in Social Sciences 3 credits

Design and execution of a research project incorporating qualitative ethnographic methods in order to comprehend qualitative social science

practice. Prerequisite: ANT-SOC 3150. Fulfills WRT-Course Requirement.

ANT 3450 Economic Anthropology 3 credits

Introduction to the theories and perspectives of the sub discipline of economic anthropology, including the formalist and substantivist debate,

Marxism, institutional economics and cultural economics.

Distribution Requirement: GLP.

ANT-SUS 3460

Global Environmental Conflicts

3 credits

Class studies the Anthropocene era of human environmental impacts on the geographical epoch. Human institutions, economics, laws,

corporations, and governments as they impact the environment. Environmental conflict is the focus. Distribution Requirement: GLP.

ANT 3610

Defense Against the Dark Arts: Cross-Cultural Sorcery and Healing

3 credits

Seminar exploring traditions of supernatural beliefs and practices from cultures around the world, including magic, sorcery, faith healing,

exorcism, etc. Special focus on healing, illness, and death as important domains for the application of such supernatural and spiritual forces.

Distribution Requirement: NWP.

ANT-PHR 3801 Belief, Cosmology and Religion 3 credits

Introduction to the different belief-systems, spiritual concepts and religions found in human societies cross-culturally, exploring specialized areas,

including but not limited to, myth, ritual, witchcraft, magic, symbolism, totemism, altered states of consciousness, and revitalization movements.

Distribution Requirement: NWP.

ANT 4998 Internship in Museum Studies and Public History 3 or 6 credits

Internship focused on Museum Studies and Public History. Prerequisite: Completed Sophomore coursework in the HIS major and In structor’s

Signature required.

Also need to complete a contract with the Office of Career Services, before registering for course. Meets Career Related

Internship and graded on pass-fail basis.

ANT 4999 Internship in Anthropology 3 or 6 credits

Anthropological knowledge is an applied in an internship setting. Completed Sophomore coursework. Prerequisites: Instructor’s Signature

Required and need to complete a contract with the Office of Career Services, before registering for course. Meets Career Related Internship

and graded on S-D-F basis.

Art

(Bachelor of Arts) [This major has changed since publication, see the 2022-2023 Addendum]

credits

ART 1210 Drawing I 3.0

ART 1220 Painting I 3.0

ART 1360 Sculpture I 3.0

ARH 2100 Introduction to Art History: Prehistoric to Gothic 3.0

ARH 2101 Introduction to Art History: Renaissance to Modern 3.0

ARH 3163 Contemporary Art 3.0

ARH 4590 Seminar in Art Criticism (WRT course) 3.0

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Electives: Additional electives, including at least 6 credits at the

3000 level or above, selected from:

Art History 3.0

Painting, Drawing, Printmaking 6.0

Sculpture or Ceramics 6.0

Digital Imaging, Photography, or Video Art 6.0

Studio Art Specialization 6.0

Total credits required to complete major: 48.0

Art Education (Visual Arts) (All Grades)

See pages 101-102.

Art (Minor)

credits

ART 1210 Drawing I 3.0

ART 1220 Painting I 3.0

ART 1360 Sculpture I 3.0

ARH 2100 Introduction to Art History: 3.0

Prehistoric to Gothic

ARH 2101 Introduction to Art History: 3.0

Renaissance to Modern

Electives: Minor electives selected from courses numbered

2000 or above, 6 credits in the following disciplines:

Art History 3.0

Studio Art 3.0

Total credits required to complete minor: 21.0

Digital Art and Graphic Design (Minor)

credits

Required:

ART-MCD 2200 Electronic Art Studio 3.0

Electives: 15.0

Choose from the following:

ART 1210 Drawing I 3.0

ART 1240 Intro Printmaking, Etching and Relief 3.0

ART 1250 Photography I 3.0

ART 1280 Computer Imaging and Graphic Design 3.0

ART 2000 Video Art I 3.0

ART 2358 Product Design I 3.0

ART 3460 Designing Digital Content 3.0

THE 2120 Introduction to Theatrical Design 3.0

THE 3131 Stage Lighting and Sound Design 3.0

FAR 2905 Crafting the Vision: A Photo and Writing Workshop 3.0

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credits

FAR 3010 Digital Studio: Art without Borders 3.0

ARH 4590 Seminar in Art Criticism (WRT course) 3.0

Total credits required to complete minor: 18.0

Art History (ARH) Course Descriptions

ARH-HIS-PHR 2017H Why Does Art Matter 3 credits

Defining art broadly to include literature, the visual arts, and theater, this course explores one of the “enduring questions” in the history of

Western thought and culture—why does art matter? Focus is on the historical debate about the value and meaning of the arts; the place of art

in a democracy; the role of the arts in the twenty-first century. Prerequisite: Enrollment in the Honors Program or permission of the instructor.

Distribution Requirement: WEP.

ARH 2100 Introduction to Art History: Prehistoric to Gothic 3 credits

A survey of the history of art beginning with prehistoric and tribal art and continuing through the Middle Ages with a concentration on the

Mediterranean cultures. The emphasis is on the art which was created and its social and philosophical significance. Distribution Requirement:

WEP.

ARH 2101 Introduction to Art History: Renaissance to Modern 3 credits

A survey of the history of art beginning with the Renaissance and continuing with the Baroque, Rococo, nineteenth and twentieth centuries.

The major focus is on the European art of these periods and its social and philosophical significance. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

ARH 2111 Ancient Art 3 credits

A study of the architecture, painting, sculpture, and minor arts of the civilizations around the Mediterranean Sea from the third through the

first millennium B.C. The course emphasizes the social, political, religious, and geographical influences on the arts and artifacts of ancient

peoples. In this course the two main areas that will be examined are Egypt and Etruria. Distribution Requirement: NWP.

ARH-AMS 2120 American Art: Colonial Period Through the Gilded Age 3 credits

A survey of the social and cultural history of American art from the colonial period through the Gilded Age. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

ARH 2125 Roman Art 3 credits

A study of the architecture, painting, sculpture, and minor arts of Ancient Rome and the Roman Empire from the eighth century B.C. to the

fifth century A.D. The course emphasizes the social, political, religious, and geographical influences on the arts and artifacts of the Roman

World. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

ARH-AMS 2130H American Art: 1865-1965 3 credits

A survey of the social and cultural history of American art from 1865-1965. Distribution Requirement: WEP. Prerequisite: Enrollment in

the Honors Program or permission of the instructor.

ARH-AMS 2420 The American Landscape: Art, Culture and Society 3 credits

A social and cultural history of the American landscape as it has been depicted in painting, photography, architecture and design; topics.

Include the Hudson River School of painting, the role of landscape design in reflecting and shaping social behavior (e.g., Frederick Law

Olmsted and Central Park), the role of artistic representations in promoting tourism and development in the National Parks, the relationship

between landscape art and environmental politics. Note: AMS-ARH 2420 and AMS-ARH 3420 meet jointly, with additional work required

for the 3000 level credit. This course may not be taken by students who have completed AMS-ART 1955. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

ARH-HIS 2651 Chinese Religion and Visual Culture 3 credits

This course examines the interaction between religious and artistic practices and their impact on the cultural history of China. Distribution

Requirement: NWP.

ARH 3111 Ancient Art 3 credits

An in-depth study of the architecture, painting, sculpture, and minor arts of Egypt, Etruria, and the Aegean from the third through the first

millennium B.C. The course emphasizes the social, political, religious, and geographical influences on the arts and artifacts of ancient peoples

of the Mediterranean. Prerequisites: ARH 2100 or HIS 2100. Fulfills WRT-Course Requirement.

ARH 3125 Roman Art 3 credits

An in-depth study of the architecture, painting, sculpture, and minor arts of Ancient Rome and the Roman Empire from the eighth century

B.C. to the fifth century A.D. The course emphasizes the social, political, religious, and geographical influences on the arts and artifacts of

the Roman World. Prerequisite: ARH 2100 or HIS 2502. Fulfills WRT-Course Requirement.

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ARH 3150 Nineteenth Century Art 3 credits

A survey of European art of the nineteenth century beginning with the Neo-Classical and Romantic school, through the Barbizon painters

and the realists, and ending with the Impressionists and Post-impressionist painters.

ARH 3151 Impressionism and Post-Impressionism 3 credits

An in-depth study of painting from the latter half of the nineteenth century in France focusing primarily on Impressionism and Post-

impressionism. The development of Impressionism and Post-impressionism is examined, as well as the impact that these two movements had

on subsequent artistic periods and styles in France and in the rest of the western world.

ARH 3163 Contemporary Art 3 credits

An in-depth study of late Modernism and Post-Modernism (1945-present). From the end of the Second World War to the present, transitions

have been increasingly more swift and directions diverse. This course will examine the relationship of these pluralized artistic directions and

the social-cultural context of the artist.

ARH-AMS 3420 The American Landscape: Art, Culture and Society 3 credits

A social and cultural history of the American landscape as it has been depicted in painting, photography, architecture and design; topics

include the Hudson River School of painting, the role of landscape design in reflecting and shaping social behavior (e.g., Frederick Law

Olmsted and Central Park), the role of artistic representations in promoting tourism and development in the National Parks, the relationship

between landscape art and environmental politics. Note: AMS-ARH 2420 and AMS-ARH 3420 meet jointly, with additional work required

for the 3000 level credit. This course may not be taken by students who have completed AMS-ART 1955 or AMS-ARH 2420. Distribution

Requirement: WEP.

ARH 4590 Seminar in Art Criticism 3 credits

This course will focus on understanding contemporary concepts in art by means of four activities: viewing, writing, reading and discussion.

Course content will center on modern art and post-modernism in order to gain an understanding of the range of contemporary art criticism.

Essays by the most influential art critics of their day will be studied, from Baudelaire and Ruskin to Greenberg and Hughes, and more

contemporary critics, such as Andrianna Campbell, Jerry Saltz, and Martha Schwendener. The process of analyzing and writing about art will

be emphasized. Class meetings will take the form of group discussions, lectures, gallery and museum visits, as well as documentary viewing.

The writing component will be integrated into the fabric of the course through weekly papers. Fulfills WRT-Course Requirement.

Art Course Descriptions

ART-HMS 1030 Introduction to Art Therapy 3 credits

This course will provide opportunities for exploring the basic tenets of the field of art therapy through an overview of its historical background

and theoretical structures. Will also provide an overview of prominent contributors within the field, what art therapists do, where art therapists

work, and how various media can be used to affect behavioral, emotional, and psychological changes.

ART 1210 Drawing I 3 credits

A foundations level studio course covering the basic technical and perceptual approaches to drawing. Students will learn to develop an

understanding of both formal and conceptual elements as they relate to a traditional and representational manner of drawing, such as;

composition, perspective, volume, value, etc. Working in a variety of traditional media, i.e.; graphite, charcoal, ink, etc., students will draw

such subjects as; still-life’s, self-portraiture, single object descriptions, and working from one’s own imagination.

ART 1220 Painting I 3 credits

A foundations level studio course covering the basic technical and perceptual approaches to painting. Students will learn to develop an

understanding of both formal and conceptual elements as they relate to a traditional and representational manner of painting, such as; color

theory, composition, perspective, volume, value, etc., including how to build and stretch a canvas. Working in a variety of traditional media,

i.e.; oil paint, acrylic and water color, students will paint such subjects as; still-life’s, self-portraiture, visual transcriptions (copying master

paintings), and working from one’s own imagination.

ART 1230 Illustration I 3 credits

A basic studio course emphasizing the technical and conceptual skills needed to create original illustrations. A variety of media will be explored

including graphite, ink, colored ink, colored pencil, and water color. Students will work from direct observation as well as imagination to

produce drawings serving purposes from single object scientific illustration to book illustration.

ART 1240 Introduction to Printmaking: Etching and Relief 3 credits

An introduction to various printmaking techniques including linoleum cut, etching, engraving, dry point, collagraph and monoprinting. A

basic course for both majors and non-majors. Students will work in color and in black and white and will use a variety of approaches, from

experimental to traditional. Design will be stressed as well as the development of a strong work ethic. Students will complete a minimum of

six finished print editions, each using a different technique.

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ART 1241 Introduction to Printmaking: Silkscreen 3 credits

To introduce the student to silkscreen printing techniques, including paper, glue, and film stencils and tusche and glue resist methods. Photo

silkscreen is an optional technique. A basic course for both majors and non-majors. Students may take Printmaking II without having had

Printmaking I. Students will work mainly in color and will use a variety of techniques from experimental to traditional. Design will be stressed

as well as the development of an effective working process. Students will complete a minimum of four multi-color finished prints, each using

a different technique.

ART 1250 Photography I 3 credits

An introduction to the craft of photography including camera technique, film developing, printmaking, and the aesthetics of photography.

ART 1280 Computer Imaging and Graphic Design 3 credits

A foundations level computer lab course covering the basic technical and perceptual approaches to digital imaging using the Mac computer

as a tool. Students will learn to develop an understanding of both formal and conceptual elements as they relate to a wide range of digital

processes with an emphasis on practical design components. Using updated Adobe software programs, such as; Photoshop and Illustrator

students will produce assignments based on a variety of projects including working from one’s own imagination. Lab time is available outside

of class time. Prior computer experience is helpful but not required.

ART 1360 Sculpture I 3 credits

This studio course offers a wide range of basic techniques using traditional tools and materials for object-making. It will also provide an

introduction to non-traditional art forms and processes including stone carving, wood carving, and repurposing methods. Sensitivity to

materials and development of concepts will be emphasized.

ART 1361 Assemblage Sculpture 3 credits

The philosophy of this course is to offer a wide range of basic assemblage sculpture techniques and three-dimensional design principals using

traditional tools and materials for sculptural object making. It will provide an introduction to non-traditional art forms and processes.

Assemblage is the function of discarded and repurposed materials.

ART 1362 Furniture Design and Construction I 3 credits

In this course wood will be used as the primary medium, although the use of other materials is possible. Students will learn the use of hand

and power tools as well as various techniques of joining, laminating, fabricating, and carving. Emphasis is placed on originality, individual

concept and design, a high level of craft while working three-dimensionally. Students will be strengthening their inventiveness and creative

thinking which are essential to their learning experience. Once full scale table will be designed and produced, no larger than three feet in any

direction. Work will be discussed and reviewed in critique forum upon completion of the project.

ART 1370 Ceramics I 3 credits

A basic studio course emphasizing the technical and conceptual skills needed to create sound, three dimensional forms in stoneware clay.

Hand building and wheel throwing techniques, glaze preparation and application, and kiln techniques are included.

ART 2000 Video Art I 3 credits

Will introduce the basic techniques and strategies used to produce video art. The student will be instructed in the use of their smartphone

or other digital device to capture video/audio. Editing will be taught using iMovie, Garageband and/ or other video/audio editing software.

Video, as a creative medium, will be explored in the context of both art and advertising. Each student will produce weekly video projects

and will present their projects for class critique.

ART-MCD 2200 Electronic Art Studio 3 credits

An introductory electronic studio art course utilizing image-video-audio editing software in conjunction with Internet resources to create art

projects that incorporate website-blog technology and on-line publishing-marketing.

ART 2210 Drawing II 3 credits

An intermediate level studio course in further developing technical and perceptual approaches to drawing, with an emphasis on conceptual

components. Students will learn to explore and experiment with both formal and conceptual elements as they relate to a traditional and

representational manner of drawing, such as; composition, perspective, volume, value, etc. Working in a variety of traditional media, i.e.;

graphite, charcoal, ink, etc., and stemming from the academic approaches of Drawing I, students will continue to draw such subjects as; still-

life’s, self-portraiture, single object descriptions, and working from one’s own imagination. Prerequisite: ART 1210.

ART 2211 Figure Drawing 3 credits

An intermediate to advanced level studio course covering all technical and perceptual approaches to drawing the human form. It offers a

student the opportunity to enhance their technical and perceptual skills working from direct observation of the nude model. Lecture material

covers anatomy, movement, and gesture as a means of seeing, and other pertinent elements as they apply to the human form. A variety of

traditional drawing media will be used, i.e.; charcoal, ink, graphite, etc. In addition to in-class studio production assignments will be given,

such as; self-portraiture, visual transcriptions (copying master drawings), and working from one’s own imagination. Prerequisite: ART 1210.

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ART 2220 Painting II 3 credits

An intermediate level studio course in further developing technical and perceptual approaches to painting, with an emphasis on conceptual

components. Students will learn to explore and experiment with both formal and conceptual elements as they relate to a traditional and

representational manner of painting, such as; color theory, composition, perspective, volume, value, etc. Working mainly in oil paints and

stemming from the academic approaches of Painting I, students will continue to paint such subjects as; still-life’s, self-portraiture, single object

descriptions, and working from one’s own imagination. Prerequisite: ART 1220.

ART 2240 Printmaking II 3 credits

An intermediate printmaking course which involves techniques of color printing and a variety of plate materials. Prerequisite: ART 1240.

ART 2250 Photography II 3 credits

An intermediate course in photography in which advanced techniques are examined and used. Works of contemporary and historical

photographers are discussed. Prerequisite: ART 1250.

ART 2280 Advanced Computer Imaging and Graphics 3 credits

An intermediate to advanced level computer lab course further developing the basic technical and perceptual approaches to digital imaging,

with a strong emphasis on conceptual components, using the Mac computer as a tool. Students will learn to work in both fine as well as

commercial art contexts as they relate to a wide range of digital processes. Using updated Adobe software programs, such as; Photoshop and

llustrator (and in some cases Flash and Web Painter) students will produce prints and digital files based on a wide variety of assignments

including working on self-motivated projects-from one’s own imagination. Lab time is available outside of class time. Prerequisite: ART 1280.

ART 2358 Product Design I 3 credits

Students will design and create functional products from a variety of materials and sources. Students will learn the use of hand and power

tools, as well as many techniques, to transform materials through cutting, joining, laminating, welding, plasma cutting, laser cutting,

fabricating and carving. Emphasis is placed on originality, individual concept and product design, while working three-dimensionally.

Students will be strengthening their inventiveness and creative thinking which are essential to their learning experience. Work will be

discussed and reviewed in a critique forum upon completion of each assignment. Supplementary handouts will assist students in providing

the necessary information for each assignment. Students will learn how to incorporate true sustainability in new products, how to select the

right materials and processes for a product in order to minimize its environmental impacts (using green chemistry principles, sustainable

sourcing of materials, certificates for raw materials to promote conservation, etc.), how to get the most sustainable features and save costs

when creating new designs, how to build prototypes in an inexpensive and sustainable ways.

ART 2360 Sculpture II 3 credits

In this studio course selected media and technical processes introduced in Sculpture I will be further developed. Individual concepts and the

techniques needed to pursue them will be cultivated. Emphasis will be on independent planning and art production. Prerequisite: ART 1360.

ART 2362 Bronze Casting I 3 credits

This studio course will provide a basic understanding of “cire perdu” or “lost wax” alumni and bronze casting. Included in the overall process

will be mold-making, working with clay and wax, and foundry techniques (sprueing, gating, investing, kiln-firing, melting and pouring, chasing,

and patina).

ART 2363 Figure Modeling 3 credits

This is a sculptural studio course having as its focus the human figure. Male and female models are the subjects for all work in the studio.

The primary working material are clay and plaster. Emphasis will transition from short gestural poses and partial figurative studies to longer

full- figure poses. As basic knowledge of the human anatomy will be developed to provide greater control of expression in the material.

ART 2365 Furniture Design and Construction II 3 credits

Through semi-open ended assignments, students explore and develop creative solutions to functional and aesthetic design problems in

furnishings. Students identify, refine and communicate the conceptual underpinnings of their projects as expressed in the discipline of

furniture design. Students will design and construct one original piece of furniture at an intermediate level or beyond. Prerequisite: ART

1362.

ART 2370 Ceramics II 3 credits

An intermediate studio course with emphasis on technical and conceptual growth of the intermediate ceramics student. More advanced clay

forming, glazing, and firing techniques will be stressed. Prerequisite: ART 1370 or ART 1900.

ART 3161 Twentieth Century American Art 3 credits

A study of the painting, sculpture, and architecture of the twentieth century by such American artists as Pollack, Hopper, O’Keefe, Benton,

and DeKooning.

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ART 3210 Drawing III 3 credits

An intermediate to advanced level studio course in further developing technical and perceptual approaches to drawing, with an emphasis on

conceptual components. Students will learn to explore and experiment with both formal and conceptual elements as they relate to a traditional

and representational manner of drawing, such as; composition, perspective, volume, value, etc. Working in a variety of traditional media, i.e.;

graphite, charcoal, ink, etc., and stemming from the approaches and methods of Drawing II, students will continue to draw such subjects as;

still-life’s, self-portraiture, single object descriptions, and working from one’s own imagination, with a strong emphasis on self-motivated

projects. Prerequisite: ART 2210.

ART 3220 Painting III 3 credits

An intermediate to advanced level studio course in further developing technical and perceptual approaches to painting, with an emphasis on

conceptual components. Students will continue to learn to explore and experiment with both formal and conceptual elements as they relate

to a representational as well as non-representational manners of painting. Working mainly in oil paints and stemming from the academic

approaches of Painting I and II, students will continue to paint such subjects as; still-life’s and self-portraiture, including working from one’s

own imagination. Students will also be required to work steadily on their own, outside of class on self-motivated projects. Prerequisite: ART

2220.

ART 3240 Printmaking III 3 credits

An advanced studio course which explores one of several particular aspects of printmaking with emphasis on both original and technical

facility. The development of a related body of work is emphasized. Prerequisite: ART 2240.

ART 3360 Sculpture III 3 credits

A studio course offering independent pursuit of artistic direction by the student, including concepts, processes, and materials. There will be

an emphasis on presentation, as well as the development of a sound personal creative identity through content, style, and standards of critical

judgement. Prerequisite: ART 2360.

ART 3362 Bronze Casting II 3 credits

This studio course will provide a basic understanding of “cire perdu” or “lost wax” alumni and bronze casting. Included in the overall process

will be mold-making, working with clay and wax, and foundry techniques (gating, investing, kiln-firing, melting and pouring, chasing, and

patina). Prerequisite: ART 2362.

ART 3370 Ceramics III 3 credits

An advanced studio course with emphasis on the technical and conceptual growth of the advanced ceramics student. Prerequisite: ART 2370.

ART 3400 Digital 3D Design 3 credits

Develop, design, and plan methods and techniques for the construction of dynamic 3D models on the computer in this hands-on, project-

based course on 3D modeling. Three-dimensional models and prototypes will be created based on digital models. Categories of products may

include consumer goods, accessories, furniture, or packaging.

ART 3460 Designing Digital Content 3 credits

This studio-based course explores how constantly shifting boundaries of contemporary media art and design allow anyone with a digital device

connected to the Internet to post their content on both personal spaces and social media. Students will investigate the ways that new media

have changed contemporary society by researching Internet history, creating content and interacting with an online audience. Prerequisite:

ART or MCD 2200 is recommended.

ART 4210 Drawing IV 3 credits

An advanced level studio course in drawing with a very strong emphasis on conceptual components. Students will continue to explore and

experiment with both formal and conceptual elements as they relate to representational and non-representational manners of drawing.

Students will begin to formulate individualized thoughts, feelings and ideas on what it is they want to say visually using drawing as a mode of

expression. Attention is paid to a student’s knowledge of drawing history and desire to explore, experiment and challenge oneself artistically.

Prerequisite: ART 3210.

ART 4220 Painting IV 3 credits

An advanced level studio course in painting with a very strong emphasis on conceptual components. Students will continue to explore and

experiment with both formal and conceptual elements as they relate to representational and non-representational manners of painting.

Students will begin to formulate individualized thoughts, feelings and ideas on what it is they want to say visually, using paint as a medium of

choice. Attention is paid to a student’s knowledge of drawing history and desire to explore, experiment and challenge oneself artistically.

Prerequisite: ART 3220.

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ART 4360 Sculpture IV 3 credits

A studio course for the advanced student and artist. In addition to further cultivation of a mastery of tools and materials, an in-depth

conceptual dialogue will ensue. The philosophic, social, political, and aesthetic basis for the work will be thoroughly explored. Prerequisite:

ART 3360.

ART 4362 Bronze Casting III 3 credits

This studio course will provide a basic understanding of “cire perdu” or “lost wax” alumni and bronze casting. Included in the overall process

will be mold-making, working with clay and wax, and foundry techniques (gating, investing, kiln-firing, melting and pouring, chasing, and

patina). Prerequisite: ART 3362.

ART 4410 Drawing V 3 credits

An advanced studio course for students to further develop their vision and fully explore the drawing medium. The course focuses on a

student’s ability to challenge new ideas, apply non-traditional mediums, and experiment with new techniques and to recognize the

potentialities of various emotive considerations and energies. Attention is paid to the relationships between formal issues and a student’s

expressive goals. Subject matter includes; abstract representations, nude models, self-portraits, still-life, and nature. Prerequisite: ART 4210.

ART 4420 Painting V 3 credits

An advanced studio course for students to further develop their vision and fully explore the oil painting medium. The course focuses on a

student’s ability to challenge new ideas, apply non-traditional techniques, experiment with diptychs, and canvas size, and to recognize the

potentialities of various emotive considerations and energies. Attention is paid to relationships between formal issues and a student’s

expressive goals. Subject matter includes; abstract representations, nude models, self-portraits, still-life, and nature. Prerequisite: ART 4220.

ART 4561 Advanced Sculpture Seminar 3 credits

A studio-seminar wherein the advanced art student preparing for graduate school and life as a professional artist combines concentrated

studio work and intellectual exchange. The primary focus is the development of the students’ artistic pursuits in the studio. This is enhanced

by specialized reading and discussions. Critical analysis of art work will be important. Prerequisite: ART 4360.

ART 4611 Drawing VI 3 credits

An advanced studio course designed for students in their senior year to develop a personal visual language with the drawing medium. At this

level, a student proposes and develops their own individual projects, defining their philosophy towards the making of art. Prerequisite: ART

4410.

ART 4621 Painting Vl 3 credits

An advanced studio course designed for students in their senior year to develop a personal visual language with the drawing medium. At this

level, a student proposes and develops their own individual projects, defining their philosophy towards the making of art. Prerequisite: ART

4420.

Pre-Athletic Training (Minor)

credits

BIO 1020 General Biology I 3.0

BIO 1020L General Biology Laboratory I 1.0

BIO 1210 Anatomy and Physiology I 4.0

BIO 1210L Anatomy and Physiology I Lab 0.0

BIO 1211 Anatomy and Physiology II 4.0

BIO 1211L Anatomy and Physiology II Lab 0.0

BIO 3210 Kinesiology 3.0

BIO 3630 Exercise Physiology 4.0

BIO 2100 Nutrition

or 3.0

HLS 3030 Nutrition Across the Lifespan

CHE 1010 Introductory Chemistry 4.0

CHE 1010L Introductory Chemistry Lab 0.0

MAT 2090 Statistical Methods 4.0

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credits

PHY 2100 Physics for the Life Sciences I

or 3.0

PHY 2200 Principles of Physics I

PHY 2150L Physics Laboratory I 1.0

PED 3110 Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries 3.0

PSY 1010 Introductory Psychology 3.0

Total credits required to complete minor: 40.0

Note: This minor contains the prerequisite courses needed to apply to an Athletic Training master’s program.

All athletic training minors must complete a 50 hour shadowing experience before applying.

Biology (Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science)

credits

Core Requirements:

BIO 1020 General Biology I 3.0

BIO 1020L General Biology Laboratory I 1.0

BIO 1022 General Biology II 3.0

BIO 1022L General Biology Laboratory II 1.0

BIO 3110 Genetics (WRT course) 4.0

BIO 4605 Evolution 3.0

CHE 1505 General Chemistry I 3.0

CHE 1505L General Chemistry I Lab 1.0

CHE 1515 General Chemistry II 3.0

CHE 1515L General Chemistry II Lab 1.0

CHE 2010 Organic Chemistry I 3.0

CHE 2010L Organic Chemistry I Lab 1.0

CHE 2020 Organic Chemistry II 3.0

CHE 2020L Organic Chemistry II Lab 1.0

BIO 2300 Biostatistics

or 4.0

MAT 2090 Statistical Methods

NSC 2590 Sophomore Science Seminar 1.0

NSC 3590 Junior Science Seminar 1.0

Total credits required to complete core requirements:

37.0

Students considering graduate school or pre-professional programs are encouraged to take calculus, physics, and other possible

electives. See your academic advisor for details.

General Biology Track:

The General Biology Track, consisting of the core requirements and the sub-discipline electives below, ensures that students cover

the most important areas within biology but also provides great flexibility within each area so students may tailor their biology degree

towards their individual interests and goals. Completion of the general biology option will prepare students for careers in biology as

well as a variety of graduate programs depending on the courses selected.

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Biology Sub-Discipline Electives:

credits

One course from the Microbiology Group:

3.0-4.0

BIO 3050 Microbiology 3.0

BIO 3050L Microbiology Laboratory 1.0

BIO 3150 The Biology of Cancer (WRT course) 3.0

BIO 3250 Immunology 3.0

One course from the Molecular Biology and Biochemistry Group: 4.0

BIO 2600 Molecular Cell 4.0

BIO-CHE 3042 Biochemistry I 3.0

and

BIO-CHE 3042L Biochemistry I Lab (WRT course) 1.0

BIO

4110 Advanced Genetics and Genomics 4.0

One course from the Ecology Group:

4.0-6.0

BIO 3120 Ecology 3.0

BIO 3120L Ecology Laboratory 1.0

BIO 2121 Plant Ecology 4.0

BIO 3930 Marine and Island Ecology 6.0

One course from the Anatomy and Physiology Group:

4.0

BIO 2010 Comparative Anatomy 3.0

BIO 2010L Comparative Anatomy Laboratory 1.0

BIO 2050 General Botany 4.0

BIO 2050L General Botany Laboratory 0.0

BIO-PSY 2141 Animal Behavior 4.0

BIO 3060 Animal Physiology 3.0

BIO 3060L Animal Physiology Laboratory 1.0

BIO 3075 Plant Physiology 4.0

BIO 3500 Developmental Biology 4.0

Biology Elective: One additional course from any 3000 level or 4.0-6.0

above Biology or Biochemistry course.

Total credits required for General Biology Track:

19.0-24.0

Total credits required to complete major with General Biology Track: 56.0-61.0

Evolution, Ecology, and Behavior Track:

The Evolution, Ecology, and Behavior Track is designed for students interested in the interactions among organisms and the

environment. This track provides a strong base in a broad range of topics important for students interested in pursuing a career in

such diverse areas as conservation and wildlife management, environmental studies, environmental science, and behavioral or

ecological research. The evolution, ecology, and behavior track will also prepare you for doctoral or masters programs within these

fields.

credits

Required Courses:

BIO 2050 General Botany 4.0

BIO 2050L General Botany Laboratory 0.0

BIO 3050 Microbiology 3.0

BIO 3050L Microbiology Laboratory 1.0

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credits

BIO-PSY 2141 Animal Behavior

or 4.0-6.0

BIO 3930 Marine and Island Ecology

BIO 3120 Ecology

BIO 3120L Ecology Laboratory

or 4.0

BIO 2121 Plant Ecology

At least one course from:

4.0

BIO 2600 Molecular Cell 4.0

BIO 3075 Plant Physiology 4.0

BIO 3500 Developmental Biology 4.0

BIO-CHE 3042 Biochemistry I 3.0

and

BIO-CHE 3042L Biochemistry I Lab (WRT course) 1.0

Total credits required for Evolution, Ecology, and Behavior Track: 20.0-22.0

Total credits required to complete major with Evolution,

Ecology, and Behavior Track: 57.0-59.0

Molecular Biology Track:

The Molecular Biology Track is ideally suited for students interested in how life works at the molecular level, at the intersection

between biochemistry and biology. With the rise of biotechnology and the increasing use of molecular biological applications in

industry and medicine, the molecular biology track provides students with a strong background in molecular genetics and molecular

laboratory techniques to facilitate their future success in the biotech industry, graduate school, medical school, the research sector,

and other biological pursuits.

credits

Required Courses:

BIO 2600 Molecular Cell 4.0

BIO-CHE 3042 Biochemistry I 3.0

BIO-CHE 3042L Biochemistry I Lab (WRT course) 1.0

At least three courses from the Cell and Molecular Group:

10.0-12.0

BIO 3050 Microbiology 3.0

BIO 3050L Microbiology Laboratory 1.0

BIO 3150 The Biology of Cancer (WRT course) 3.0

BIO 3250 Immunology 3.0

BIO-CHE 3062 Biochemistry II 3.0

BIO-CHE 3062L Biochemistry Laboratory II 1.0

BIO

4110 Advanced Genetics and Genomics 4.0

At least one course from the Ecology Group:

4.0-6.0

BIO 3120 Ecology 3.0

BIO 3120L Ecology Laboratory 1.0

BIO 2121 Plant Ecology 4.0

BIO 3930 Marine and Island Ecology 6.0

Total credits required for Molecular Biology Track 22.0-26.0

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Total credits required to complete major with Molecular Biology Track: 59.0-63.0

Medical Biology Track:

The Medical Biology Track is for students who intend to become health care professionals (physicians, dentists, veterinarians, etc.).

After successful completion, the student will have obtained the content and skills needed for the transition to professional school in

the medical field. Students should check with the graduate programs to which they are applying for a list of current pre-requisites.

Consultation with the Pre-Health Professions Advisor is strongly recommended.

credits

Required Courses:

BIO 2010 Comparative Anatomy 3.0

BIO 2010L Comparative Anatomy Laboratory 1.0

BIO 3050 Microbiology 3.0

BIO 3050L Microbiology Laboratory 1.0

BIO 3060 Animal Physiology 3.0

BIO 3060L Animal Physiology Laboratory 1.0

BIO 3500 Developmental Biology 4.0

BIO-CHE 3042 Biochemistry I 3.0

and

BIO-CHE 3042L Biochemistry I Lab (WRT course) 1.0

At least one course from: 3.0-4.0

BIO 2600 Molecular Cell 4.0

BIO 3150 The Biology of Cancer (WRT course) 3.0

BIO 3250 Immunology 3.0

At least one course from: 4.0-6.0

BIO 3075 Plant Physiology 4.0

BIO 3120 Ecology 3.0

BIO 3120L Ecology Laboratory 1.0

BIO 2121 Plant Ecology 4.0

BIO 3930 Marine and Island Ecology 6.0

Total credits required for Medical Biology Track: 27.0-30.0

Total credits required to complete major with Medical Biology Track: 64.0-67.0

Note: There are additional courses required by medical schools.

Students must include all of the following courses in preparation for medical school:

PHY 2100 Physics for the Life Sciences I 3.0

PHY 2150L Physics Laboratory I 1.0

PHY 2110 Physics for the Life Sciences II 3.0

PHY 2160L Physics Laboratory II 1.0

The following courses are strongly suggested for students considering medical school:

BIO 3400 Topics in Bioethics 3.0

BIO-CHE 3062 Biochemistry II 3.0

BIO-CHE 3062L Biochemistry Laboratory II 1.0

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credits

MAT 2010 Calculus I 4.0

MAT 2010L Calculus I Lab 0.0

PSY 1010 Introductory Psychology 3.0

SOC 1010 Introductory Sociology 3.0

Adolescence Education: Biology

Adolescence Education: Biology is a group of carefully selected courses which, in addition to the pedagogical courses, will provide

an excellent foundation for high school biology teachers. Students completing this program will have coursework from all areas

necessary for teaching biology at the high school level: the chemistry of life, cell and molecular biology, structure and function, genetics,

botany, behavior, ecology, and evolution.

credits

Required Courses:

BIO 2050 General Botany 4.0

BIO 2050L General Botany Laboratory 0.0

BIO 3050 Microbiology 3.0

BIO 3050L Microbiology Laboratory 1.0

BIO 2600 Molecular Cell 4.0

BIO-PSY 2141 Animal Behavior 4.0

One of the following: 4.0-6.0

BIO 3120 Ecology 3.0

BIO 3120L Ecology Laboratory 1.0

BIO 2121 Plant Ecology 4.0

BIO 3930 Marine and Island Ecology 6.0

Total credits required for Adolescence Education: Biology: 20.0-22.0

Total credits required to complete major with Adolescence Education:

Biology: 57.0-59.0

Biochemistry (Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science)

credits

BIO 1020 General Biology I 3.0

BIO 1020L General Biology Laboratory I 1.0

BIO 1022 General Biology II 3.0

BIO 1022L General Biology Laboratory II 1.0

CHE 1505 General Chemistry I 3.0

CHE 1505L General Chemistry I Lab 1.0

CHE 1515 General Chemistry II 3.0

CHE 1515L General Chemistry II Lab 1.0

CHE 2010 Organic Chemistry I 3.0

CHE 2010L Organic Chemistry I Lab 1.0

CHE 2020 Organic Chemistry II 3.0

CHE 2020L Organic Chemistry II Lab 1.0

BIO-CHE 3042 Biochemistry I 3.0

BIO-CHE 3042L Biochemistry I Lab (WRT course) 1.0

BIO-CHE 3062 Biochemistry II 3.0

BIO-CHE 3062L Biochemistry

Laboratory

II 1.0

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credits

BIO 3110 Genetics (WRT course) 4.0

CHE 3140 Analytical Chemistry (WRT course) 3.0

CHE 3140L Analytical Chemistry Lab 1.0

NSC 2590

Sophomore Science Seminar

1.0

NSC 3590 Junior Science Seminar 1.0

Total credits required to complete core requirements: 42.0

One from the following: 4.0

BIO 2300 Biostatistics

or 4.0

MAT 2090 Statistical Methods

Two courses from the following: 6.0-8.0

BIO 2600 Molecular Cell 4.0

BIO 3050 Microbiology 3.0

BIO 3050L Microbiology Laboratory 1.0

BIO 3150 The Biology of Cancer (WRT course) 3.0

BIO 3250 Immunology 3.0

BIO

4110 Advanced Genetics and Genomics 4.0

BIO 3060 Animal Physiology

BIO 3060L Animal Physiology Laboratory

or 4.0

BIO 3075 Plant Physiology

Two upper level CHE courses: 7.0-8.0

At least one of these must be a 3+1 or 4.0 credit course with a lab.

Total credits required to complete major: 59.0-62.0

See Chemistry course descriptions beginning on page 81.

Biology (Minor)

credits

BIO 1020 General Biology I 3.0

BIO 1020L General Biology Laboratory I 1.0

BIO 1022 General Biology II 3.0

BIO 1022L General Biology Laboratory II 1.0

BIO 2050 General Botany 4.0

BIO 2050L General Botany Laboratory 0.0

Twelve credits selected from the following courses: 12.0

BIO 2010 Comparative Anatomy 3.0

BIO 2010L Comparative Anatomy Laboratory 1.0

BIO-PSY 2141 Animal Behavior 4.0

BIO 3010 Invertebrate Zoology 4.0

BIO 3110 Genetics (WRT course) 4.0

BIO 3120 Ecology 3.0

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credits

BIO 3120L Ecology Laboratory 1.0

BIO 2121 Plant Ecology 4.0

BIO 3930 Marine and Island Ecology 6.0

Electives: Students may also choose other electives from those offered under the Biology major, providing they have fulfilled the

specific course prerequisites.

Total credits required to complete minor: 24.0

Biology Course Descriptions

BIO 1010 The Biological World 4 credits

A study of the human being as a living organism in relationship to the physical and biological world. This course is designed to enable

non-science majors to have a suf-ficient grasp of basic biological concepts to enable them to operate intelligently in modern society.

BIO 1020 General Biology I 3 credits

The first of a two-term introductory biology course for the science major. Co-requisite with BIO 1020L.

BIO 1020L General Biology Laboratory I 1 credit

Is a two-term first-year Biology laboratory sequence designed for the science major. This is a project-based lab course. Topics covered in BIO

1020L include: Properties of diffusion and osmosis, analysis of protein and carbohydrate content in seeds, analysis of enzymatic reactions,

and DNA electrophoresis and analysis. Students will learn and develop their basic laboratory skills in the context of the biological sciences.

Co-requisite with BIO 1020. Distribution Requirement: MQR.

BIO 1022 General Biology II 3 credits

The second of a two-term introductory biology course for the science major, examining the diversity of living things. Co-requisite with BIO

1022L.

BIO 1022L General Biology Laboratory II 1 credit

Hands-on training in the methods encountered in the basic biological sciences, with an emphasis on microscopy, dissection, and observation

of animal specimens. Co-requisite with BIO 1022.

BIO 1056 Plants and Peoples 4 credits

This course will provide a brief overview of the fungal, protist, and bacterial kingdoms with an emphasis on how these organisms affect our

lives. Plant kingdom diversity and its impact on humans will be discussed. Agriculture, textiles, medicines, lumber, spices, oils, and other

plant uses will be covered. No prerequisites. Distribution Requirement: GLP.

BIO 1110 Introduction to Microbiology 3 credits

An overview of the characteristics of clinically relevant microbes and the host immune system. Prerequisite: CHE 1010.

BIO 1110L Introduction to Microbiology Laboratory 1 credit

Hands-on training in the techniques and concepts encountered in the microbiology laboratory. Prerequisite: CHE 1010L.

BIO 1210 Anatomy and Physiology I 4 credits

A study of human anatomy, histology, and physiology designed for pre-clinical and physical education students. The laboratory includes

dissection, study of microscope slides, human skeletons, models, and plastic embedded demonstrations. Note: Successful completion of BIO

1210 is required to register for BIO 1211.

BIO 1210L Anatomy and Physiology I Laboratory 0 credits

A study of human anatomy, histology, and physiology designed for pre-clinical and physical education students. The laboratory includes

dissection, study of microscope slides, human skeletons, models, and plastic embedded demonstrations. Note: Successful completion of BIO

1210L is required to register for BIO 1211L.

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BIO 1211 Anatomy and Physiology II 4 credits

A study of human anatomy, histology, and physiology designed for pre-clinical and physical education students. The laboratory includes

dissection, study of microscope slides, human skeletons, models, and plastic embedded demonstrations. Prerequisite: BIO 1210.

BIO 1211L Anatomy and Physiology II Laboratory 0 credits

A study of human anatomy, histology, and physiology designed for pre-clinical and physical education students. The laboratory includes

dissection, study of microscope slides, human skeletons, models, and plastic embedded demonstrations. Prerequisite: BIO 1210L.

BIO-CHE 1875 Biological and Chemical Principles of Fermentation 3 credits

Class will focus on the historical, societal, and technical aspects of fermentation. Fermentation of cheese, beer, vegetables, and other food

will be studied. Fermentation techniques and processes will be reviewed and evaluated.

BIO 2010 Comparative Anatomy 3 credits

A study of the structural similarities and differences in anatomy of vertebrate animals. Evolution, development, gross anatomy and histology

are examined. Prerequisite: BIO 1022. Co-requisite: BIO 2010L.

BIO 2010L Comparative Anatomy Laboratory 1 credit

An exploration of comparative vertebrate anatomy through dissection of a representative fish, amphibian, and mammal. Co-requisite

BIO 2010.

BIO 2015-4015 Research in Biology 1 credit

Theoretical aspects of scientific method supplied to practical scientific problems. Observations, descriptions from scientific literature,

formulation of hypotheses, and testing hypotheses in the laboratory or field. Analysis of data and oral and written presentation of results.

Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor. Open to students at any level. Graded on pass-fail basis.

BIO 2121 Plant Ecology 4 credits

Plant ecology will study relationships among plants and their interactions with their biotic, chemical, and physical environment. Concepts

and examples will be explored at the physiological, population, and community levels. Students will gain a greater appreciation for the

theoretical and practical applications of quantitative environmental analyses. Lectures, laboratories, and field trips will be included.

Prerequisites: BIO 1022. Offered in the Fall Term.

BIO 2050 General Botany 4 credits

Introduction to the bacterial, protist, fungal, and plant kingdoms, with an emphasis on the latter. The evolutionary range from simple to

advanced plants will be covered. Other topics will include physiology, morphology, and life cycles. Prerequisite: BIO 1020. Co-requisite: BIO

2050L.

BIO 2050L General Botany Laboratory 4 credits

Introduction to the bacterial, protist, fungal, and plant kingdoms, with an emphasis on the latter. The evolutionary range from simple to

advanced plants will be covered. Other topics will include physiology, morphology, and life cycles. Prerequisite: BIO 1020. Co-requisite: BIO

2050.

BIO 2100 Nutrition 3 credits

Will present the fundamental principles of nutrition and application of these principles to improve the nutritional status of individuals and

groups. The problems and effect of dietary imbalance will be explored. Contemporary issues such as interpretation and use of Recommended

Daily Allowance, dietary fads, and misleading advertising. The use and abuse of vitamin supplements will be discussed. Prerequisite: One

entry level of biology or chemistry course.

BIO-PSY 2141 Animal Behavior 4 credits

Study of the behavior of non-human species, and influence of genetics, evolution, physiology, environment, and learning in determining

those behavior patterns. Prerequisite: PSY 1010.

BIO 2300 Biostatistics 4 credits

This course is designed to introduce the application of statistics to biological problems: biostatistics. The course will briefly cover hypothesis

creation, data collection, distributions, probability, and statistical inference. However, the majority of the course content will be the use of

statistical tests to address biological questions. Prerequisites: Math Competency.

BIO 2600 Molecular Cell 4 credits

Focuses on molecular, cellular, and biochemical laboratory techniques as well as cellular structure and function at the molecular level. Includes

eukaryotic and prokaryotic cell structure (membrane structure, organelles, transport, cell division, etc.), cellular signaling, nucleic acid

metabolism, gene expression, protein and lipid biochemistry, nucleic acid extraction and manipulation (PCR, restriction digest, gel

electrophoresis), protein analysis (ELISA), cell culture, and cell imaging/microscopy. Prerequisites: BIO 1020 and 1020L.

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BIO 3000 Epidemiology 3 credits

A study of health-related states and the biological, social and economic factors involved. Emphasis is placed on the integration of biological

and statistical elements in the causes of disease, both infectious and noninfectious. Prerequisites: BIO 1110 and BIO 2300 or BIO 3050 and

BIO 2300 or BIO 3050 and MAT 2090 or BIO 1110.

BIO 3010 Invertebrate Zoology 4 credits

A lecture-laboratory course surveying in detail the major invertebrate phyla and some minor phyla with respect to their morphology, phy siology and

ecological importance. Prerequisites: BIO 1020 and 1022 or equivalent.

BIO-CHE 3042 Biochemistry I 3 credits

A course focusing on the structure and function of proteins, poly nucleic acids and biological membranes. The course examines enzym es and their

inhibition and regulation. It involves the study of metabolism emphasizing anabolic processes. Some of the major topic s will be cellular signaling,

glycolysis, the TCA cycle, lipid and carbohydrate biosynthesis. Prerequisite: CHE 2020.

BIO-CHE 3042L Biochemistry I Lab 1 credit

A laboratory course to introduce biochemical laboratory techniques, particularly working with and separating proteins. Will also focus on

scientific writing and editing.

Prerequisite: CHE 2020. Lab fulfills WRT-Course Requirement.

BIO 3050 Microbiology 3 credits

An upper-level general overview of microbiology with an emphasis on current concepts and literature related to the science of microorganisms.

Prerequisites: BIO 1022. Co-requisite: BIO 3050L.

BIO 3050L Microbiology Laboratory 1 credit

Hands-on training in the techniques and concepts encountered in the microbiology laboratory. Co-requisite: BIO 3050. Prerequisites:

BIO 1022.

BIO 3055 Molecular Biology 4 credits

Introduction of molecular genetics emphasizing the use of biochemical and recombinant DNA techniques. Topics include DNA structure

and organization; replication, repair and recombination; transposable elements and transcription; RNA processing and degradation; and

translation and protein biochemistry. Prerequisites: BIO 3050 and CHE 2020. Fulfills WRT-Course Requirement.

BIO 3060 Animal Physiology 3 credits

A study of the physiology of animals. Both clinical and ecological applications are examined. Emphasis is on vertebrate systems. Prerequisites:

BIO 1022 and CHE 2010. Co-requisite: BIO 3060L.

BIO 3060L Animal Physiology Laboratory 1 credit

An exploration of physiological mechanisms through hypothesis testing and experimental design and analysis. Emphasis is on vertebrate

systems. Prerequisites: BIO 1022 and CHE 2010. Co-requisite: BIO 3060.

BIO-CHE 3062 Biochemistry II 3 credits

The thermodynamic principles applicable to metabolic reactions as they occur in the cell are emphasized. Major pathways considered include

glycolysis, the Krebs cycle, oxidative phosphorylation, and electron transport; protein and nucleic acid synthesis are also considered.

Prerequisites: BIO-CHE 3042 and BIO-CHE 3042L. Co-requisite: CHE 3062L.

BIO-CHE 3062L Biochemistry Laboratory II 1 credit

A laboratory course to practice biochemical laboratory techniques, particularly working with and modifying DNA and proteins. Scientific

writing is used to present results. Co-requisite: BIO-CHE 3062.

BIO 3075 Plant Physiology 4 credits

An introduction to how plants grow, survive, develop, and function. Topics include photosynthesis, plant cell function, growth regulators,

nutrition, stress, and water relations. Prerequisite: CHE 2010. Offered in the Winter Term.

BIO 3080 Cell Biology 4 credits

Study of the growth, physiology, biochemistry, reproduction and molecular biology of the cell with emphasis on the relationship of structure

and function. Lab includes cytochemical studies, cell fractionation, cell culture procedures, and fluorescence microscopy. Prerequisites:

BIO 1022 and CHE 2010 or permission of instructor. Fulfills WRT-Course Requirement.

BIO 3110 Genetics 4 credits

An introduction to principles of heredity. Emphasis will be split between molecular genetics and classical aspects of mitosis, meiosis,

Mendelian genetics, chromosomal and extra chromosomal inheritance and population genetics. The laboratory integrates with lecture.

Prerequisites: BIO 1020 or CHE 1515. Fulfills WRT-Course Requirement.

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BIO 3120 Ecology 3 credits

An introduction to the various means by which biologists observe and use natural systems for scientific investigations. Prerequisites:

BIO 1022.

BIO 3120L Ecology Laboratory 1 credit

Exploration of ecological methods, including statistics and sampling, through studying the common and important organisms and habitats

of upstate New York. Prerequisites: BIO 1022.

BIO 3150 The Biology of Cancer 3 credits

Studies the effects and advances in science on cancer and its resulting pathological conditions. An exploration of cancer growth, control,

genetic changes, cell progression, invasion, metastasis and tumor immunobiology. Prerequisites: Completion of a 3000 level Biology course.

Fulfills WRT-Course Requirement.

BIO 3210 Kinesiology 3 credits

A study of human movement that includes physiological, psychological and cultural components. Neuromuscular and skeletal systems are

emphasized. Muscle and joint action in posture, movement, and locomotion are described and analyzed. Prerequisites: BIO 1211 and Junior

Standing.

BIO 3250 Immunology 3 credits

Introductory human immunology for junior-senior level undergraduates. We examine the role of the immune system in fighting infection,

its potential to prevent cancer, and describe how through the use of vaccines we can avoid disease. Autoimmunity, allergy, and transplant

rejection will be examined. Prerequisites: BIO 2600 or BIO 3050 and CHE 2020.

BIO-CHE 3300 Medicinal Chemistry 3 credits

The course will focus on the fundamentals of the drug discovery process. The synthesis and effectiveness of the drugs will be evaluated. Drugs

affecting neurotransmission, the central nervous, cardiovascular and immune systems will be examined. Qualitative structure activity

relationships (QSAR) and organic synthetic methodology will be discussed. Prerequisites: BIO 1020 and CHE 2010.

BIO-CHE 3300L Medicinal Chemistry Lab 3 credits

A laboratory study of the synthesis, extraction, and analysis of medicinal compounds. Topics will include the synthesis of analgesics and

antibiotics, extraction of natural plant based drugs and pharmacophores. Analysis of biological enzymes and OTC medications. Prerequisites:

BIO 1020L and CHE 2010L.

BIO 3310 Human Physiology and Pharmacology 3 credits

An advanced course to correlate knowledge of physiology, pathophysiology and pharmacology. Prerequisites: BIO 1210 and 1211 or

permission of the instructor. For Nursing majors BIO 3310 must be taken concurrently with or prior to NSG 3110.

BIO 3400 Topics in Bioethics 3 credits

This class is intended for Science students. It studies Bioethics, its definition, theory and applications to the various fields of modern Biology.

The course requires students to master the biological principles studied (stem cell research, cloning, steroid effects on human biochemistry,

gene therapy, HIV, etc.) and opens the discussion on ethical issues deriving from the technology studied. Prerequisite: Junior class standing

or permission of instructor.

BIO 3500 Developmental Biology 4 credits

A lecture-laboratory course exploring the development of invertebrates and vertebrates from gamete production through the differentiation

of tissues, organs, and the complete embryo, including the impact of intrinsic and extrinsic factors on the developing organism. Prerequisites:

BIO 2600 required and BIO 2010 recommended.

BIO 3590 Biology Junior Seminar 1 credit

Prepares students for graduate or professional work in the biological sciences. Use of primary sources of information to prepare presentations

on scientific research and portfolios of own work. Self-evaluation and preparation for upper-level work. Prerequisites: Biology, Biochemistry,

Clinical Laboratory Science major in the Junior year, or permission of instructor.

BIO 3630 Exercise Physiology 4 credits

A study of human responses and adaptations to exercise. Physiology of bioenergetics and responses of the circulatory, respiratory, and

neuromuscular systems are examined. Prerequisites: BIO 1211 and Junior standing.

BIO 4015 Research in Biology 1 credit

Theoretical aspects of scientific method supplied to practical scientific problems. Observations, descriptions from scientific literature,

formulation of hypotheses, and testing hypotheses in the laboratory or field. Analysis of data and oral and written presentation of results.

Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Open to students at any level. Graded on pass-fail basis.

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BIO 4110 Advanced Genetics and Genomics 4 credits

An extension beyond basic Mendelian and molecular genetics, covering advanced topics such as epigenetics, genome sequencing, genomics,

gene editing, and cancer genetics. Prerequisite: BIO 3110.

BIO 4605 Evolution 3 credits

To synthesize the information from Biology and Chemistry in understanding the principles and mechanism of the evolutionary process.

Students will study recent research in molecular evolution, along with the classical evidence in morphology, anatomy, physiology and the

fossil record. Prerequisites: BIO 1022 and Junior or Senior year.

BIO 4999 Internship in Biology 3 or 6 credits

Internship focused in any subfield of Biology. Prerequisite: Completed Sophomore coursework in the Biology or Biochemistry major and

Instructor’s Signature Required. Also, need to complete a contract with the Office of Career Services, before registering for course. Meets

Career Related Internship and graded on pass-fail basis.

Business Administration (Bachelor of Science)

In addition to completing the Business Core, students must choose at least one concentration and complete 15.0 credits of electives

at the 3000 level or higher. A maximum of two concentrations can be declared. No course can count for multiple concentrations. A

course used to satisfy the Core cannot also be used to complete a concentration.

credits

Liberal Arts Foundation:

ECO 2010 Principles of Microeconomics 3.0

ECO 2020 Principles of Macroeconomics 3.0

Total credits required for Liberal Arts Foundation: 6.0

Business Foundation:

ACC 2010 Financial Accounting 3.0

ACC 2021 Managerial Accounting 3.0

BUS-ECO 2600 Statistics for Business and Economics 3.0

FIN 3010 Financial Management 3.0

MGT 2010 Business Law I 3.0

MGT 2240 Principles of Management 3.0

MGT 3410 Operations Management 3.0

MGT 3710 Organizational Behavior 3.0

MKT 2250 Principles of Marketing 3.0

Total credits required for Business Foundation: 27.0

Global Business-Economics, One of the following:

BUS 1010 Introduction to Global Business 3.0

BUS 1920 Introduction to Globalization 3.0

ECO 2320 The Global Economy 3.0

ECO 3200 International Trade and Finance 3.0

MGT 4005 Seminar in International Business 3.0

MKT 3800 International Marketing (WRT course) 3.0

Total credits required for Global Business-Economics: 3.0

Capstone Seminar: 3.0

MGT 4011 Corporate Strategy (WRT course) 3.0

Total credits required to complete the Business Core: 39.0

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Fashion Marketing Concentration: 15.0-18.0

Select four courses from the following:

FSH-MKT 3200 Fashion Marketing: Domestic, Global, and Omni 3.0

FSH-MKT 3250 Consumer Behavior 3.0

FSH-MKT 3300 Brand Management: Branding, Licensing, and 3.0

Private Label

FSH-MKT 3350 Future of Fashion Marketing: Sustainability 3.0

FSH-MKT 3400 Fashion Communications: Visual, Digital, and Media 3.0

FSH-MKT 3810 Marketing Research 3.0

FSH-MKT 3910 Strategic Advertising Management: An Integrated 3.0

Marketing Communications Perspective

FSH-MKT 4000 Marketing Planning 3.0

FSH-MKT 4515 Fashion Marketing Internship (

required course) 3.0-6.0

Fashion Merchandising Concentration: 15.0-18.0

Select four course from the following:

FSH-MIS 3010 Introduction to Management Information Systems 3.0

FSH-MER-MGT-MKT 3260 Strategic Retailing Management 3.0

FSH-MER-MGT 3270

Fashion Merchandising: Domestic, 3.0

Global, and Omni

FSH-MER-MGT 3500

Future of Fashion Merchandising: Sustainability 3.0

FSH-MER-MGT 3550 Buying Fundamentals and Effective Negotiation 3.0

FSH-MER-MGT-MKT 3600 Product Development and Merchandising 3.0

FSH-MER-MGT 3650 Product Life Cycle (PLC) Merchandising 3.0

FSH-MER-MGT 3800 Fashion Fabric and Forecasting 3.0

FSH-MER 4520 Fashion Merchandising Internship 3.0-6.0

General Business Concentration: 15.0

For students who want to further explore several areas in and related to Business, any combination of courses in

ACC, BUS, ECO, FIN, MKT, MGT, and MIS.

Marketing Concentration: 15.0

For students who want to acquire a deeper background in the field of Marketing, any courses in MKT and MIS.

Management Concentration: 15.0

For students who want to acquire a deeper background in the field of Management, any courses in MGT and

MIS and up to 6.0 credits of courses in ECO.

Management Accounting Concentration: 15.0

For students who want to acquire a deeper background in the field of Management Accounting.

Required credits: 9.0

ACC 3540 Intermediate Accounting I 3.0

ACC-FIN 3541 Intermediate Accounting II 3.0

ACC-MGT 3610 Cost Accounting I 3.0

Two elective ACC courses at or above 3000 level 6.0

(excluding ACC 4510, Accounting Internship)

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Human Resource Management Concentration (SHRM Affiliation): 15.0

LAW-MGT 3300 Introduction to Labor and Employment Law 3.0

MGT 3720 Human Resource Management 3.0

MGT 3950 Recruiting, Perks (Benefits), and Compensation 3.0

MGT 3960 Workplace Dispute Resolution 3.0

FSH-MIS 3010 Introduction to Management Information Systems 3.0

Total credits required to complete Business Administration major: 54.0

Note: Students preparing to obtain the certification after completion of the Human Resource Management concentration must have

a minimum of 500 internship hours in the field of human resources to qualify for the Society of Human Resource Management

(SHRM) Certified Professional (CP) exam. The following courses are recommended for students planning to obtain the

SHRM certification:

BUS 1975 Managing Your Career 3.0

MGT 2020 Business Law II 3.0

MGT 2940 Effective Negotiation 3.0

PSY 1010 Introductory Psychology 3.0

Business (Associate in Science)

credits

ACC 2010 Financial Accounting 3.0

ACC 2021 Managerial Accounting 3.0

ECO 2010 Principles of Microeconomics 3.0

ECO 2020 Principles of Macroeconomics 3.0

BUS-ECO 2600 Statistics for Business and Economics 3.0

MGT 2010 Business Law I 3.0

MGT 2240 Principles of Management 3.0

MKT 2250 Principles of Marketing 3.0

Total cr

edits required to complete major: 24.0

Business Administration (Minor)

credits

ACC 2010 Financial Accounting 3.0

ACC 2021 Managerial Accounting 3.0

ECO 2010 Principles of Microeconomics 3.0

ECO 2020 Principles of Macroeconomics 3.0

MGT 2240 Principles of Management 3.0

MKT 2250 Principles of Marketing 3.0

Elective: 3000 level in any of the following: 3.0

ACC, BUS, ECO, FIN, MGT, MIS, or MKT

Total credits required to complete minor: 21.0

Fashion Marketing (Minor)

credits

Select eight courses from below:

FSH-MKT 3200 Fashion Marketing: Domestic, Global, and Omni 3.0

FSH-MKT 3250 Consumer Behavior 3.0

FSH-MKT 3300 Brand Management: Branding, Licensing, and 3.0

Private Label

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credits

FSH-MKT 3350 Future of Fashion Marketing: Sustainability 3.0

FSH-MKT 3400 Fashion Communications: Visual, 3.0

Digital, and Media

FSH-MKT 3810 Marketing Research 3.0

FSH-MKT 3910 Strategic Advertising Management: An Integrated 3.0

Marketing Communications Perspective

FSH-MKT 4000 Marketing Planning 3.0

FSH-MKT 4515 Fashion Marketing Internship (required course) 3.0-6.0

Total credits required to complete minor: 24.0-27.0

Fashion Merchandising (Minor)

credits

Select eight courses from below:

FSH-MIS 3010 Introduction to Management Information Systems 3.0

FSH-MER-MGT 3270 Fashion Merchandising: Domestic, 3.0

Global, and Omni

FSH-MER-MGT-MKT 3260 Strategic Retailing Management 3.0

FSH-MER-MGT 3500 Future of Fashion Merchandising: Sustainability 3.0

FSH-MER-MGT 3550 Buying Fundamentals and Effective Negotiation 3.0

FSH-MER-MGT-MKT 3600 Product Development and Merchandising 3.0

FSH-MER-MGT 3650 Product Life Cycle (PLC) Merchandising 3.0

FSH-MER-MGT 3800 Fashion Fabric and Forecasting 3.0

FSH-MER 4520 Fashion Merchandising Internship 3.0-6.0

Total credits required to complete minor: 24.0-27.0

Business Course Descriptions

BUS-ECO 2600 Statistics for Business and Economics 3 credits

Will introduce students to the field of statistics. Demonstrates how statistics applies to business and economics by introducing them to the

language of statistics and the key elements of any statistical problem. The course involves collecting, classifying, summarizing, organizing,

analyzing, and interpreting numerical and categorical information. Microsoft Excel will be used to implement statistical procedures learned

in this course. Prerequisite: MAT 1030. Distribution Requirement: MQR.

Business Administration—

Fashion

Course Descriptions

FSH-MIS 3010 Introduction to Management Information Systems 3 credits

Provides an introduction to computer based information systems used by management. Surveys the hardware, software, and systems used

to facilitate business processes, solve business-related problems, take advantage of business opportunities, and make effective decisions. To

understand the role and importance of information systems in all facets of business and electronic commerce. Demonstrate an understanding

and use of the hardware and software used by information systems. Recognize, appreciate, and respond to the social implications of using

information technology. Completion of the Microsoft Excel ExPrep Excel Certification. There is a cost for the ExPrep Program (97 Modules,

passing score of 80% required). Prerequisites: Sophomore through Senior status, students should have 12 earned credits and >3.0 GPA.

FSH-MKT 3200 Fashion Marketing: Domestic, Global, and Omni 3 credits

The course aims to give students a hands-on grounding in marketing concepts as applied to the world of fashion and how to manage them

effectively, using actual case examples and current information gathered directly from the industry. Prerequisite: MKT 2250.

FSH-MKT 3250 Consumer Behavior 3 credits

Study of the economic, social, psychological, cultural variables influencing consumer behavior. External and environmental factors are

explored as to their influences on “Why people buy what they do,” and their importance to the marketing function. Prerequisite: MKT 2250.

Fulfills WRT-Course Requirement. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

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FSH-MER-MGT- Strategic Retailing Management 3 credits

MKT 3260

A study of the retailing segment of marketing with emphasis on concepts and structures. The objective of the course is to familiarize students

with the major decisions retailers make, e.g. developing strategies, buying, merchandising, financing, location/place strategies, and the interior-

exterior arrangement.

FSH-MER-MGT 3270 Fashion Merchandising: Domestic, Global, and Omni 3 credits

Provides a hands-on grounding in merchandising concepts as applied to the world of fashion and how to manage them effectively, using

actual case examples and current information gathered directly from the industry. Prerequisite: MGT 2240.

FSH-MKT 3300 Brand Management: Branding, Licensing, and Private Label 3 credits

This course looks at

branding from the perspective of the consumer, and provides a framework that identifies, defines, and measures brand

equity. Prerequisites: FSH-MKT 3200 and MKT 2250.

FSH-MKT 3350 Future of Fashion Marketing: Sustainability 3 credits

This course looks at concepts from sustainability as they apply to the fashion industry, and provides a framework for understanding and

applying these concepts in industry practice. Prerequisites: ECO 2010, FSH-MKT 3200, and MKT 2250.

FSH-MKT 3400 Fashion Communications: Visual, Digital and Media 3 credits

This course looks at

communications and advertising strategies used in the fashion industry, and provides a framework for theory and

application of communications media in fashion. Prerequisite: MKT 2250.

FSH-MER-MGT 3500 Future of Fashion Merchandising: Sustainability 3 credits

Examines sustainability issues facing the fashion industry in the 21st century, from a standpoint of resource use, environmental issues and

economic impacts. It will cover principles of social responsibility for fashion design and merchandising, in an experiential learning format

featuring real-world case studies, literature and input from industry professionals. Prerequisites: MGT 2240, FSH-MER-MGT 3270, and

ECO 2020.

FSH-MER-MGT 3550 Buying Fundamentals and Effective Negotiation 3 credits

Provides a real-world introduction to negotiating skills for fashion buyers and professionals. Topics will range from planning and financial

analysis to vendor and supplier relationships, using case studies, experiential learning and contact with industry professionals. Prerequisites:

MGT 2240 and FSH-MER-MGT 3270.

FSH-MER-MGT- Product Development and Merchandising 3 credits

MKT 3600

Examines concepts of product development in the fashion industry, across the product conception, design and development cycle, in an

experiential learning format featuring real-world case studies, guest lectures and input from industry professionals. Prerequisites: MGT

2240 and FSH-MER-MGT 3270.

FSH-MER-MGT 3650 Product Life Cycle (PLC) Merchandising Management 3 credits

Examines the product life cycle within the fashion industry, from development and product introduction through maturity in an experiential

learning format featuring real-world case studies, guest lectures and input from industry professionals. Prerequisites: MGT 2240 and FSH-

MER-MGT 3270.

FSH-MER-MGT 3800 Fashion Fabric and Forecasting 3 credits

Examines the role of planning, forecasting and textile arts to create new fashion products, through experiential learning strategies including

case studies, guest speakers and industry examples. Prerequisites: MGT 2240 and FSH-MER-MGT 3270.

FSH-MKT 3810 Market Research 3 credits

A study of the role of marketing information as the basis for decision making. Topics include cost and value of information under conditions

of uncertainty, research design, methods of data gathering, design of instruments, analysis of data, inference, simulation, and forecasting.

Prerequisites: MKT 2250 and one course in Statistics.

FSH-MKT 4000 Marketing Planning 3 credits

The Marketing Planning capstone course is the continuation of the study of the principles of marketing and further application of these

principles. Emphasis is placed on problem solving by use of case method and also the preparation of the marketing plan. It utilizes a strategic

perspective to examine the nature and scope of market analysis outcomes, which are an integral part of the overall marketing mix. Prerequisite:

MKT 2250 and ECO 2010 or MKT 2250 and ECO 2020.

FSH-MKT 4515 Fashion Marketing Internship 3 or 6 credits

This internship will provide opportunities for experiential learning and real-world involvement in fashion marketing positions. Prerequisites:

MGT 2240 and MKT 2250. Will be graded on Pass-Fail basis.

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FSH-MER 4520 Fashion Merchandising Internship 3 or 6 credits

This internship will provide opportunities for experiential learning and real-world involvement in Fashion Merchandising positions.

Prerequisites: MGT 2240 and MKT 2250. Will be graded on Pass-Fail basis.

Business Administration-Merchandising Course Descriptions

MER-FSH-MGT- Strategic Retailing Management 3 credits

MKT 3260

A study of the retailing segment of marketing with emphasis on concepts and structures. The objective of the course is to familiarize students

with the major decisions retailers make, e.g. developing strategies, buying, merchandising, financing, location/place strategies, and the interior-

exterior arrangement.

MER-FSH-MGT 3270 Fashion Merchandising: Domestic, Global, and Omni 3 credits

Provides a hands-on grounding in merchandising concepts as applied to the world of fashion and how to manage them effectively, using

actual case examples and current information gathered directly from the industry. Prerequisite: MGT 2240.

MER-FSH-MGT 3500 Future of Fashion Merchandising: Sustainability 3 credits

Examines sustainability issues facing the fashion industry in the 21st century, from a standpoint of resource use, environmental issues and

economic impacts. It will cover principles of social responsibility for fashion design and merchandising, in an experiential learning format

featuring real-world case studies, literature and input from industry professionals. Prerequisites: MGT 2240, FSH-MER-MGT 3270, and

ECO 2020.

MER-FSH-MGT 3550 Buying Fundamentals and Effective Negotiation 3 credits

Provides a real-world introduction to negotiating skills for fashion buyers and professionals. Topics will range from planning and financial

analysis to vendor and supplier relationships, using case studies, experiential learning and contact with industry professionals. Prerequisites:

MGT 2240 and FSH-MER-MGT 3270.

MER-FSH-MGT- Product Development and Merchandising 3 credits

MKT 3600

Examines concepts of product development in the fashion industry, across the product conception, design and development cycle, in an

experiential learning format featuring real-world case studies, guest lectures and input from industry professionals. Prerequisites: MGT

2240 and FSH-MER-MGT 3270.

MER-FSH-MGT 3650 Product Life Cycle (PLC) Merchandising Management 3 credits

Examines the product life cycle within the fashion industry, from development and product introduction through maturity in an experiential

learning format featuring real-world case studies, guest lectures and input from industry professionals. Prerequisites: MGT 2240 and FSH-

MER-MGT 3270.

MER-FSH-MGT 3800 Fashion Fabric and Forecasting 3 credits

Examines the role of planning, forecasting and textile arts to create new fashion products, through experiential learning strategies including

case studies, guest speakers and industry examples. Prerequisites: MGT 2240 and FSH-MER-MGT 3270.

MER-FSH 4520 Fashion Merchandising Internship 3 or 6 credits

This internship will provide opportunities for experiential learning and real-world involvement in Fashion Merchandising positions.

Prerequisites: MGT 2240 and MKT 2250. Will be graded on Pass-Fail basis.

Business Administration—Management Course Descriptions

MGT-SPM 1010 Introduction to Sports Management 3 credits

Fundamental principles of law in relation to business; contracts, agency, sales, bills and notes, partnerships, corporations and real property.

Provides an overview of the sport management field and practical application of sports management concepts. The course focuses on

administrative, management, ethical, and legal issues. Other topics include sales and promotion of sporting events, influences on strategic

management, and financial aspects of planning, organizing, and conducting sport or sport venue events. Students also will have the

opportunity to explore career options in amateur and professional athletics and in the fitness and recreation industries.

MGT 2010 Business Law I 3 credits

Fundamental principles of law in relation to business; contracts, agency, sales, bills and notes, partnerships, corporations and real property.

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MGT 2020 Business Law II 3 credits

Fundamental principles of law in relation to business; contracts, agency, sales, bills and notes, partnership, corporations and real property.

Prerequisite: MGT 2010.

MGT 2240 Principles of Management 3 credits

An introduction to and overview of the four primary functions of management, which include planning, organizing, leading, and controlling.

Students will learn about the science of management by analyzing research in regard to relevant topics such as strategic management, decision-

making, organizational behavior, human resource management, and leadership. The course will also examine the art of management by

studying the inherent challenges in applying theory in today’s dynamic organizational environments.

MGT-SPM 3001 Event and Facilities Management 3 credits

Provides the theory and practical application of designing, planning, organizing, and managing sports and recreational events and facilities

while meeting the needs of public and private stakeholders. Routine sporting activities and special events such as tournaments, music festivals,

conventions, trade shows, concerts, and lecture series will be addressed. The evaluation of how close events or activities come to obtaining

their goals will also be studied. Prerequisite: MGT 2240.

MGT-HCM 3010 Foundations of Healthcare Management 3 credits

Introduction to Healthcare Management, covering key foundational topics. Prerequisite: MGT 2240 and MKT 2250. Fulfills the WRT-

Requirement.

MGT-SPM 3100 Leadership in Sports Management 3 credits

There are many different leadership approaches that have been considered effective. Will provide an overview of these different approaches

based on a comprehensive review of the literature related to sport leadership. Students will gain a better understanding of effective leadership

and explore a variety of concepts and tools that have proven effective in developing leaders in a variety of settings, with an emphasis on sports

leadership. Prerequisite: MGT 2240. Fulfills WRT-Course Requirement.

MGT-FSH-MER- Strategic Retailing Management 3 credits

MKT 3260

A study of the retailing segment of marketing with emphasis on concepts and structures. The objective of the course is to familiarize students

with the major decisions retailers make, e.g. developing strategies, buying, merchandising, financing, location/place strategies, and the interior-

exterior arrangement.

MGT-FSH-MER 3270 Fashion Merchandising: Domestic, Global, and Omni 3 credits

Provides a hands-on grounding in merchandising concepts as applied to the world of fashion and how to manage them effectively, using

actual case examples and current information gathered directly from the industry. Prerequisite: MGT 2240.

MGT-LAW 3300 Introduction to Labor and Employment Law 3 credits

Students will examine the development of labor and employment laws in the United States. Students will analyze judicial and administrative

application and interpretation of existing federal statutes. Whenever relevant, students will consider covered topics within the context of the

global business environment. Prerequisites: MGT 2010 and MGT 2240.

MGT 3410 Operations Management 3 credits

This course focuses on the business processes that contemporary managers use to plan, guide, and control the operations function in their

organization. The course will cover major business planning processes such as demand forecasting, sales and operations planning, material

requirements planning, and inventory management policy. Business control processes including process measurement and analysis, quality

management, statistical quality control, and project management methodologies are key components of this course. Prerequisite: MGT 2240

and MAT 2090 or BUS 2600 or ECO 2600.

MGT-FSH-MER 3500 Future of Fashion Merchandising: Sustainability 3 credits

Examines sustainability issues facing the fashion industry in the 21st century, from a standpoint of resource use, environmental issues and

economic impacts. It will cover principles of social responsibility for fashion design and merchandising, in an experiential learning format

featuring real-world case studies, literature and input from industry professionals. Prerequisites: MGT 2240, FSH-MER-MGT 3270, and

ECO 2020.

MGT-FSH-MER 3550 Buying Fundamentals and Effective Negotiation 3 credits

Provides a real-world introduction to negotiating skills for fashion buyers and professionals. Topics will range from planning and financial

analysis to vendor and supplier relationships, using case studies, experiential learning and contact with industry professionals. Prerequisites:

MGT 2240 and FSH-MER-MGT 3270.

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MGT-FSH-MER- Product Development and Merchandising 3 credits

MKT 3600

Examines concepts of product development in the fashion industry, across the product conception, design and development cycle, in an

experiential learning format featuring real-world case studies, guest lectures and input from industry professionals. Prerequisites: MGT

2240 and FSH-MER-MGT 3270.

MGT-ACC 3610 Cost Accounting I 3 credits

A study of the theories and procedures in cost accumulation, reporting, and control, including job order and process costing systems, material,

labor and overhead costing, joint and by-product costing, standard costing and variance analysis, and direct cost-ing, the contribution margin,

and operational and capital budgeting. Prerequisites: Two terms of Principles of Accounting or the permission of the instructor.

MGT-FSH-MER 3650 Product Life Cycle (PLC) Merchandising Management 3 credits

Examines the product life cycle within the fashion industry, from development and product introduction through maturity in an experiential

learning format featuring real-world case studies, guest lectures and input from industry professionals. Prerequisites: MGT 2240 and FSH-

MER-MGT 3270.

MGT-MKT 3660 Sales Management 3 credits

Sales management course recognizes and explores the expanded role of today’s sales force and sales managers. Today’s sales professional not

only sell products and services, they are also involved in marketing consultation, solving customer problems, building long term relationships

with clients and directing their company’s marketing program. This course provides students with the information and practical tools

necessary that any successful sales force manager might need accomplish these expanded roles/responsibilities. In particular, this course

develops the student’s planning, management, and decision-making abilities and encourages viewing today’s Sales Management problems as

opportunities and challenges that necessitate the utilization of creative solutions. In addition, the course reviews how sales managers handle

and practically utilize the e-commerce environment and most importantly how to successfully manage and motivate your sales team.

Prerequisite: MKT 2250.

MGT 3710 Organizational Behavior 3 credits

Deals with human behavior in organizations, and with practices and systems within organizations that have the potential to facilitate effective

behavior. Instructional topics include motivation, group dynamics, leadership, power, organizational culture and organizational design and

development. The course will introduce students to research that encompasses recent and “classic” articles in the discipline of organizational

behavior. Prerequisites: MGT 2240 and PSY 1010 is strongly recommended.

MGT 3720 Human Resource Management 3 credits

This course is designed to serve as an overview of human resource management and employment relations in organizations. Course topics

include the following human resource management decisions: planning, selection, compensation and benefits, performance management,

training and development as well as strategic HR. The course will also examine the ethical, legal, and social considerations of human resource

management. Prerequisite: MGT 2240.

MGT-FSH-MER 3800 Fashion Fabric and Forecasting 3 credits

Examines the role of planning, forecasting and textile arts to create new fashion products, through experiential learning strategies including

case studies, guest speakers and industry examples. Prerequisites: MGT 2240 and FSH-MER-MGT 3270.

MGT 4005 Seminar in International Business 3 credits

This capstone course is a vehicle for consolidating the many facets and relationships of basic business administration, and studies in the

international field, to which students have been exposed during their build-up towards achieving a Specialization in International Business.

Prerequisite: Junior or Senior Status. Distribution Requirement: GLP.

MGT 4011 Corporate Strategy 3 credits

Students learn to analyze data, prioritize goals, persuade others, and make tough business decisions through the experiences and circumstances

presented in case studies. Students are required to draw upon and integrate prior course work in business administration in combination

with analytical thinking and creativity to make sound business judgments. Prerequisite: This course should be taken after all other

concentration requirements have been satisfied. Fulfills WRT-Course Requirement.

MGT 4020 Managerial Leadership and Supervision 3 credits

Human objectives, performance and frequently conflicting needs of employees, supervision and management within organizations are

examined. Workshop techniques permit exploration of personal attitudes toward salary, motivation, life goals decision making and similar

qualitative aspects of leadership. Fundamentals of effective managerial performance are studied. Role playing.

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MGT-SPM 4030 Contemporary, Legal, and Ethical Issues in Sports Management 3 credits

Will explore a range of social, legal, and ethical challenges. Topics such as Title IX, competition vs gamesmanship, racial and gender equity,

athlete abuse, performance enhancing drugs, and the effect of sport on the mental health of athletes can be discussed. Prerequisite: MGT

2240.

MGT 4510 Business Administration Career Internship 3 credits

The Business Administration experiential learning internship will provide valuable real-world work experiences to students and the

opportunity to apply the skills learned in the classroom in a business setting, combined with written assignments and an oral presentation.

Prerequisite: Junior or Senior Standing, Instructor’s Signature Required, and ACC 2010, ACC 2021, ECO 2010, ECO 2020, MKT 2250,

and MGT 2240. Also, need to complete a contract with the Office of Career Services, before registering for course. Meets Career Related

Internship and graded on S-D-F basis.

MGT-MKT 4999 Sports Management/Marketing Internship 3 or 6 credits

This internship will provide opportunities for experiential learning and real-world involvement in sports management or sports marketing

positions. Prerequisites: MGT 2240 and MKT 2250. Also, need to complete a contract with the Office of Career Services, before

registering for course. Meets Career Related Internship and graded on Pass-Fail basis.

Business Administration—Management Information Systems Course Descriptions

MIS-FSH 3010 Introduction to Management Information Systems 3 credits

Provides an introduction to computer based information systems used by management. Surveys the hardware, software, and systems used

to facilitate business processes, solve business-related problems, take advantage of business opportunities, and make effective decisions. To

understand the role and importance of information systems in all facets of business and electronic commerce. Demonstrate an understanding

and use of the hardware and software used by information systems. Recognize, appreciate, and respond to the social implications of using

information technology. Completion of the Microsoft Excel ExPrep Excel Certification. There is a cost for the ExPrep Program (97 Modules,

passing score of 80% required). Prerequisites: Sophomore through Senior status, students should have 12 earned credits and >3.0 GPA.

Business Administration—Marketing Course Descriptions

MKT 2250 Principles of Marketing 3 credits

An introductory course that covers the concepts and practices used by marketers to create need satisfying value in the form of goods and

services by determining consumer needs through marketing research, setting product/service attributes and features, determining price,

establishing an effective communications program, and setting up distribution systems. Students will focus on setting strategies and tactics

using the functions associated with the marketing mix (product, price, promotion, and place).

MKT 3010 Service Marketing 3 credits

A study of challenges and opportunities facing managers as they market and produce services and develop strategies and tactics to attract new

customers, satisfy and retain current purchasers, and create sustainable competitive advantages. Prerequisite: MKT 2250.

MKT-FSH 3200 Fashion Marketing: Domestic, Global, and Omni 3 credits

The course aims to give students a hands-on grounding in marketing concepts as applied to the world of fashion and how to manage them

effectively, using actual case examples and current information gathered directly from the industry. Prerequisite: MKT 2250.

MKT-FSH 3250 Consumer Behavior 3 credits

Study of the economic, social, psychological, cultural variables influencing consumer behavior. External and environmental factors are

explored as to their influences on “Why people buy what they do,” and their importance to the marketing function. Prerequisite: MKT 2250.

Fulfills WRT-Course Requirement. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

MKT-FSH-MER- Strategic Retailing Management 3 credits

MGT 3260

A study of the retailing segment of marketing with emphasis on concepts and structures. The objective of the course is to familiarize students

with the major decisions retailers make, e.g. developing strategies, buying, merchandising, financing, location/place strategies, and the interior-

exterior arrangement.

MKT 3270 Business-to-Business Marketing 3 credits

To acquaint students with the concepts of industrial marketing with emphasis on the wholesaling function. To gain insight into the business-

to-business market through an examination of such functions as distribution, purchasing, traffic and other marketing functions. Prerequisite:

MKT 2250.

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MKT-FSH 3300 Brand Management: Branding, Licensing, and Private Label 3 credits

This course looks at

branding from the perspective of the consumer, and provides a framework that identifies, defines, and measures brand

equity. Prerequisites: FSH-MKT 3200 and MKT 2250.

MKT-FSH 3400 Fashion Communications: Visual, Digital and Media 3 credits

This course looks at

communications and advertising strategies used in the fashion industry, and provides a framework for theory and

application of communications media in fashion. Prerequisite: MKT 2250.

MKT-FSH-MER- Product Development and Merchandising 3 credits

MGT 3600

Examines concepts of product development in the fashion industry, across the product conception, design and development cycle, in an

experiential learning format featuring real-world case studies, guest lectures and input from industry professionals. Prerequisites: MGT

2240 and FSH-MER-MGT 3270.

MKT-MGT 3660 Sales Management 3 credits

Sales management course recognizes and explores the expanded role of today’s sales force and sales managers. Today’s sales professional not

only sell products and services, they are also involved in marketing consultation, solving customer problems, building long term relationships

with clients and directing their company’s marketing program. This course provides students with the information and practical tools

necessary that any successful sales force manager might need accomplish these expanded roles-responsibilities. In particular, this course

develops the student’s planning, management, and decision-making abilities and encourages viewing today’s Sales Management problems as

opportunities and challenges that necessitate the utilization of creative solutions. In addition, the course reviews how sales managers handle

and practically utilize the e-commerce environment and most importantly how to successfully manage and motivate your sales team.

Prerequisite: MKT 2250.

MKT 3800 International Marketing 3 credits

With the emergence of a competitive global economy and the trend towards information-based economies, businesses around the world are faced with

the complex issues of identifying and satisfying global customer needs for success in international marketing. This course is de-signed to provide students

with a fundamental understanding of marketing in a multicultural, multinational environment. Prerequisites: MKT 2250. Fulfills WRT-Course

Requirement. Distribution Requirement: GLP.

MKT-FSH 3810 Market Research 3 credits

A study of the role of marketing information as the basis for decision making. Topics include cost and value of information under conditions

of uncertainty, research design, methods of data gathering, design of instruments, analysis of data, inference, simulation, and forecasting.

Prerequisites: MKT 2250 and one course in Statistics.

MKT-FSH 4000 Marketing Planning 3 credits

The Marketing Planning capstone course is the continuation of the study of the principles of marketing and further application of these

principles. Emphasis is placed on problem solving by use of case method and also the preparation of the marketing plan. It utilizes a strategic

perspective to examine the nature and scope of market analysis outcomes, which are an integral part of the overall marketing mix. Prerequisite:

MKT 2250 and ECO 2010 or MKT 2250 and ECO 2020.

MKT 4510 Business Administration Career Internship 3 credits

The Business Administration experiential learning internship will provide valuable real-world work experiences to students and the

opportunity to apply the skills learned in the classroom in a business setting, combined with written assignments and an oral presentation.

Prerequisite: Junior or Senior Standing, Instructor’s Signature Required, and ACC 2010, ACC 2021, ECO 2010, ECO 2020, MKT 2250,

and MGT 2240. Also need to complete a contract with the Office of Career Services, before registering for course. Meets Career Related

Internship and graded on S-D-F basis.

MKT-FSH 4515 Fashion Marketing Internship 3 or 6 credits

This internship will provide opportunities for experiential learning and real-world involvement in fashion marketing positions. Prerequisites:

MGT 2240 and MKT 2250. Will be graded on Pass-Fail basis.

MKT-MGT 4999 Sports Management/Marketing Internship 3 or 6 credits

This internship will provide opportunities for experiential learning and real-world involvement in sports management or sports marketing

positions. Prerequisites: MGT 2240 and MKT 2250. Also, need to complete a contract with the Office of Career Services, before registering

for course. Meets Career Related Internship and graded on Pass-Fail basis.

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Chemistry (Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science)

All students graduating with a degree in chemistry complete a set of core requirements and choose one of the following tracks,

depending on the students’ career interests:

General-Education

Professional Chemistry

Chemistry for Health Sciences

Medicinal Plant Chemistry

credits

Core Requirements:

CHE 1505 General Chemistry I 3.0

CHE 1505L General Chemistry I Lab 1.0

CHE 1515 General Chemistry II 3.0

CHE 1515L General Chemistry II Lab 1.0

CHE 2010 Organic Chemistry I 3.0

CHE 2010L Organic Chemistry I Lab 1.0

CHE 2020 Organic Chemistry II 3.0

CHE 2020L Organic Chemistry II Lab 1.0

BIO-CHE 3042 Biochemistry I 3.0

BIO-CHE 3042L Biochemistry I Lab (WRT course) 1.0

CHE 3140 Analytical Chemistry 3.0

CHE 3140L Analytical Chemistry Lab 1.0

NSC 2590 Sophomore Science Seminar 1.0

NSC 3590 Junior Science Seminar 1.0

Total credits required to complete core requirements:

26.0

General-Education Track:

The General Chemistry option is designed for students desiring a career in chemistry without a graduate degree. This track ensures

that students cover many topics within chemistry in addition to providing flexibility with the general education requirements and

allows students to double major in a non-science discipline easily and is also for students interested in Adolescence Education:

Chemistry.

credits

CHE 3010 Quantum Chemistry

or 4.0

CHE 3020 Thermodynamics and Kinetics

Elective: Upper level CHE elective (CHE 3XXX) 3.0-4.0

MAT 2010 Calculus I 4.0

MAT 2010L Calculus I Lab 0.0

MAT 2020 Calculus II 4.0

MAT 2020L Calculus II Lab 0.0

PHY 2100 Physics for the Life Sciences I

or 3.0

PHY 2200 Principles of Physics I

PHY 2150L Physics Laboratory I 1.0

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credits

PHY 2110 Physics for the Life Sciences II

or 3.0

PHY 2210 Principles of Physics II

PHY 2160L Physics Laboratory II 1.0

Total credits required for General-Education Track: 23.0-24.0

Total credits required to complete major with General-Education Track: 49.0-50.0

Professional Chemistry Track:

The Professional Chemistry Track is designed for students interested in attending graduate school in chemistry. This track provides

students with a strong foundation in organic, analytical, inorganic, and physical chemistries and will prepare students to enter masters

or doctoral programs in many fields of chemistry.

credits

CHE 3010 Quantum Chemistry 4.0

CHE 3020 Thermodynamics and Kinetics 4.0

CHE 3150 Instrumental Analysis 4.0

Elective: Upper level CHE elective (CHE 3XXX) 3.0-4.0

CHE 4005 Research in Chemistry (two terms) 2.0

MAT 2010 Calculus I 4.0

MAT 2010L Calculus I Lab 0.0

MAT 2020 Calculus II 4.0

MAT 2020L Calculus II Lab 0.0

PHY 2200 Principles of Physics I 3.0

PHY 2150L Physics Laboratory I 1.0

PHY 2210 Principles of Physics II 3.0

PHY 2160L Physics Laboratory II 1.0

Total credits required for Professional Chemistry Track: 33.0-34.0

Total credits required to complete major with Professional Chemistry Track:

59.0-60.0

Chemistry for Health Sciences Track:

The Chemistry for Health Sciences Track is for students who intend to become health care professionals (physicians,

dentists, veterinarians, etc.). After successful completion, the student will have obtained the content and skills needed for the

transition to professional school in the medical field. Students should check with the graduate programs to which they are

applying for a list of current pre-requisites, and the track is designed to contain courses, such as calculus and physics, that are

currently required for professional health programs. Consultation with the Pre-Health Professions Advisor is strongly

recommended.

credits

BIO 1020 General Biology I 3.0

BIO 1020L General Biology Laboratory I 1.0

BIO 1022 General Biology II 3.0

BIO 1022L General Biology Laboratory II 1.0

BIO 2300 Biostatistics

or 4.0

MAT 2090 Statistical Methods

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credits

BIO 4015 Research in Biology

or 1.0

CHE 4005 Research in Chemistry

CHE 3010 Quantum Chemistry

or 4.0

CHE 3020 Thermodynamics and Kinetics

Elective: Upper level CHE elective (CHE 3XXX) 3.0-4.0

BIO-CHE 3300 Medicinal Chemistry 3.0

BIO-CHE 3300L Medicinal Chemistry Lab 1.0

MAT 2010 Calculus I 4.0

MAT 2010L Calculus I Lab 0.0

MAT 2020 Calculus II 4.0

MAT 2020L Calculus II Lab 0.0

PHY 2100 Physics for the Life Sciences I

or 3.0

PHY 2200 Principles of Physics I

PHY 2150L Physics Laboratory I 1.0

PHY 2110 Physics for the Life Sciences II

or 3.0

PHY 2210 Principles of Physics II

PHY 2160L Physics Laboratory II 1.0

Total credits required for Chemistry for Health Sciences Track: 40.0-41.0

Total credits required to complete major with Chemistry for

Health Sciences Track: 66.0-67.0

Medicinal Plant Chemistry Track:

The Medicinal Plant Chemistry Track is designed for students interested in the analysis of plants for medicinal and food

applications. With the rise of herbal supplements, craft breweries, and wineries, the medicinal plant chemistry track provides students

with a strong background in plant biology and applications of medicinal chemistry and instrumental analysis to products derived from

plants. Extraction and analysis techniques facilitate student success in industry, graduate school, and research.

credits

BIO 1020 General Biology I 3.0

BIO 1020L General Biology I Lab 1.0

BIO 2050 General Botany 4.0

BIO 2050L General Botany Laboratory 0.0

BIO 3075 Plant Physiology 4.0

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credits

BIO 2300 Biostatistics

or 4.0

MAT 2090 Statistical Methods

BIO 4015 Research in Biology

or 1.0

CHE 4005 Research in Chemistry

CHE 3150 Instrumental Analysis 4.0

BIO-CHE 3300 Medicinal Chemistry 3.0

BIO-CHE 3300L Medicinal Chemistry Lab 1.0

CHE 3400 Food and Nutrition Chemistry 4.0

CHE 4100 Medicinal Plant Analysis 3.0

Elective: Upper level CHE elective (CHE 3XXX) 3.0-4.0

PHY 2100 Physics for the Life Sciences I 3.0

PHY 2150L Physics Laboratory I 1.0

PHY 2110 Physics for the Life Sciences II 3.0

PHY 2160L

Physics Laboratory II 1.0

Total credits required for Medicinal Plant Chemistry Track 43.0-44.0

Total credits required to complete major with Chemistry for

Medicinal Plant Chemistry Track:

69.0-70.0

Chemistry (Minor)

credits

CHE 1505 General Chemistry I 3.0

CHE 1505L General Chemistry I Lab 1.0

CHE 1515 General Chemistry II 3.0

CHE 1515L General Chemistry II Lab 1.0

CHE 2010 Organic Chemistry I 3.0

CHE 2010L Organic Chemistry I Lab 1.0

CHE 2020 Organic Chemistry II 3.0

CHE 2020L Organic Chemistry II Lab 1.0

CHE 3140 Analytical Chemistry 3.0

CHE 3140L Analytical Chemistry Lab 1.0

Electives: Two electives chosen from courses in Chemistry 6.0-8.0

at or above the 3000 level.

Total credits required to complete minor: 26.0-28.0

Students planning to attend graduate school or to practice chemistry professionally should also take MAT 3010 Calculus,

MAT 3020 Ordinary Differential Equations, CHE 4005 Research in Chemistry (twice) and an additional 3000 level chemistry course.

Chemistry Course Descriptions

CHE 1008 Intro Chemistry Problem Solving 1 credit

Will cover certain aspects of inorganic chemistry, organic chemistry and biochemistry. Topics included are gas laws, acids, bases, organic

chemistry, reactions, and biochemistry. Graded on pass-fail basis. Co-requisite with CHE 1010.

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CHE 1010 Introductory Chemistry 4 credits

A lecture-laboratory course which emphasizes the application of chemical principles to living organisms. Aspects of inorganic chemistry,

organic chemistry and biochemistry are covered. Distribution Requirement: MQR. Note: Not all students will need to take CHE 1008 in

order to take CHE 1010. Co-requisite: CHE 1010L.

CHE 1010L Introductory Chemistry Laboratory 0 credits

A lecture-laboratory course which emphasizes the application of chemical principles to living organisms. Co-requisite: CHE 1010.

CHE 1505 General Chemistry I 3 credits

CHE 1505 and 1515 is a two-term first-year chemistry lecture sequence designed for the science major. Topics covered include atoms and

elements, stoichiometry, reactions in aqueous solution, enthalpy, atomic structure, electronic configuration, bonding and gases. Co-requisite:

CHE 1505L. Prerequisite: MAT 1000. Distribution Requirements: MQR.

CHE 1505L General Chemistry Laboratory I 1 credit

CHE 1505L and 1515L is a two-term first-year chemistry laboratory sequence designed for the science major. Topics covered include atoms

and elements, stoichiometry, reactions in aqueous solution, enthalpy, atomic structure, electronic configuration, bonding and gases. Students

will learn and develop their basic laboratory skills in the context of the chemical sciences. Co-requisite: CHE 1505.

CHE 1508 Problem Solving in Chemistry I 1 credit

Designed to give students enhanced practice and direction in the solution of complex chemical problems on topics encountered in an

introductory chemistry course. These topics include atomic theory, molecules, compounds, the mole, stoichiometry, thermochemistry, gases,

liquids, and solids. This course is not a requirement, but will serve as an elective for Chemistry and Biology majors. Graded on pass-fail basis.

Co-requisite, for some students, with CHE 1505.

CHE 1509 Problem Solving in Chemistry II 1 credit

Designed to give students enhanced practice and direction in the solution of complex chemical problems on topics encountered in an

introductory chemistry course. These topics include solution chemistry, kinetics, chemical equilibria, acid-base chemistry, solubility,

spontaneity, and electrochemistry. This course is not a requirement, but will serve as an elective for Chemistry and Biology majors. Graded

on a pass-fail basis. Co-requisite, for some students, with CHE 1515.

CHE 1515 General Chemistry II 3 credits

CHE 1505 and 1515 is a two-term first-year chemistry lecture sequence designed for the science major. Topics covered include

thermodynamics, properties of liquids, solids and solutions, reaction kinetics, equilibria, acids, bases and electrochemistry. Prerequisite:

CHE 1505. Co-requisite: CHE 1515L.

CHE 1515L General Chemistry Laboratory II 1 credit

CHE 1505L and 1515L is a two-term first-year chemistry laboratory sequence designed for the science major. Topics covered include

thermodynamics, properties of liquids, solids and solutions, reaction kinetics, equilibria, acids, bases and electrochemistry. Students will learn

and develop their basic laboratory skills in the context of the chemical sciences. Prerequisite: CHE 1505L. Co-requisite: CHE 1515.

CHE-BIO 1875 Biological and Chemical Principles of Fermentation 3 credits

Class will focus on the historical, societal, and technical aspects of fermentation. Fermentation of cheese, beer, vegetables, and other food

will be studied. Fermentation techniques and processes will be reviewed and evaluated.

CHE 2010 Organic Chemistry I 3 credits

An introduction to the study of the compounds of carbon with special emphasis on mechanisms and structure-property relationships.

Chemistry of the hydrocarbons is studied in greater depth. Prerequisites: CHE 1505. Co-requisite: CHE 2010L. CHE 2011 is not a

requirement, for all students, in order to take CHE 2010

CHE 2010L Organic Chemistry I Laboratory 1 credit

An introduction to the reactions and safety involved in an organic chemistry lab. Basic organic chemistry techniques and analytical tools

will be explored. Prerequisites: CHE 1505L. Co-requisite: CHE 2010. CHE 2011 is not a requirement, for all students, in order to take

CHE 2010L.

CHE 2011 Problem Solving in Organic Chemistry I 1 credit

Designed to give students enhanced practice and direction in the solution of determining reaction sequences and designing syntheses. These

topics include acid/base chemistry, radical reactions, nomenclature, substitution, elimination and alcohol reactions. Qualitative analysis

(NMR and Mass spectra) will be analyzed. Prerequisites: CHE 1515. Co-requisite: CHE 2010. CHE 2011 is not a requirement, for all

students, in order to take CHE 2010 or CHE 2010L.

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CHE 2020 Organic Chemistry II 3 credits

Emphasis on oxygen and nitrogen containing compounds, particularly acids and their derivatives, aldehydes and ketones, alcohols, and

amines. Prerequisites: CHE 2010 and CHE 2010L. Co-requisite: CHE 2020L. CHE 2021 is not a requirement, for all students, in order to

take CHE 2020.

CHE 2020L Organic Chemistry II Laboratory 1 credit

An exploration of the reactions and safety involved in an organic chemistry lab. Advanced organic chemistry techniques and analytical tools

will be used. Prerequisites: CHE 2010 and CHE 2010L. Co-requisite: CHE 2020. CHE 2021 is not a requirement, for all students, in order

to take CHE 2020L.

CHE 2021 Problem Solving in Organic Chemistry II 1 credit

Designed to give students enhanced practice and direction in the solution of determining reaction sequences and designing syntheses. These

topics include alkene, alkyne, aromatic (benzene), carbonyl and amine chemistry. Prerequisite: CHE 2010. Co-requisite: CHE 2020. CHE

2021 is not a requirement, for all students, in order to take CHE 2020 or CHE 2020L.

CHE 2150 Environmental Chemistry 3 credits

The effects of stress on the chemical cycles operating in the environment. Methods of measuring air and water pollution levels will be studied.

Laboratory will involve the development, execution, and evaluation of a plan for a water-quality study. Prerequisites: CHE 1515.

CHE 3010 Quantum Chemistry 4 credits

Physical Chemistry I will offer a comprehensive study of the physical and mathematical principles behind the theory of quantum mechanics

and its application to chemical systems. After developing a strong and logical understanding of the theory, students will learn how quantum

mechanics can be used to predict and interpret several forms of spectroscopic signals. Many of the concepts initially taught in general chemistry

regarding the hydrogen atom, bonding, electron orbitals, and molecular structure will be further explored using the tools of quantum

mechanics as well. Lab experiments will allow students to apply concepts from lecture to chemical systems while collecting, maintaining and

analyzing experimental data and practicing preparing scientific reports. Prerequisites: CHE 1515, PHY 2110 or PHY 2210, and MAT 2020.

CHE 3020 Thermodynamics and Kinetics 4 credits

Physical Chemistry II will offer a comprehensive study of the physical principles and mathematics describing thermodynamics, gases, chemical

equilibrium and chemical kinetics. Applications of the laws of thermodynamics to chemical systems will be made through discussions of the

chemical potential, Helmholtz and Gibbs energies, entropy, chemical equilibrium, phase equilibria and electro-chemical cells. Lab experiments

will allow students to apply concepts from lecture to chemical systems while collecting, maintaining and analyzing experimental data and

practicing preparing scientific reports. Prerequisites: CHE 1515, PHY 2110 or PHY 2210, and MAT 2020.

CHE 3030 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry 3 credits

Study of the periodic table, molecular and crystal structures, coordination compounds, and the specific reactions of many elements.

Prerequisite: Two years of College Chemistry. Physical Chemistry is strongly recommended.

CHE 3040 Advanced Organic Chemistry 3 credits

A study of organic reaction mechanisms, the basic principles underlying organic reactions, and the most useful approaches to mechanistic

studies. Types of mechanisms studied include: addition, elimination, nucleophilic and electrophilic substitution. Reactive intermediates such

as carbanions, carbonations, and free radicals will be studied. Prerequisite: CHE 2020.

CHE-BIO 3042 Biochemistry I 3 credits

A study of the chemical and physical properties of biomolecules occurring in living organisms including proteins, carbohydrate, lipids and nucleic

acids. Enzyme kinetics particularly emphasized. Experiences in the laboratory involve the application of techniques used in biochemical

investigations. Prerequisite: CHE 2020.

CHE-BIO 3042L Biochemistry I Lab 1 credit

A laboratory course to introduce biochemical laboratory techniques, particularly working with and separating proteins. Will also focus on

scientific writing and editing.

Prerequisite: CHE 2020. Lab fulfills WRT-Course Requirement.

CHE-BIO 3062 Biochemistry II 3 credits

The thermodynamic principles applicable to metabolic reactions as they occur in the cell are emphasized. Major pathways considered include

glycolysis, the Krebs cycle, oxidative phosphorylation, and electron transport; protein and nucleic acid synthesis are also considered.

Prerequisites: BIO-CHE 3042 and BIO-CHE 3042L. Co-requisite: CHE 3062L.

CHE-BIO 3062L Biochemistry Laboratory II 1 credit

A laboratory course to practice biochemical laboratory techniques, particularly working with and modifying DNA and proteins. Scientific

writing is used to present results. Co-requisite: BIO-CHE 3062.

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CHE 3140 Analytical Chemistry 3 credits

This course will cover basic theories and methods of volumetric and gravimetric analysis, spectroscopy, chromatography and electrochemistry.

Quantitative methods for analysis will be employed through a variety of traditional techniques in addition to the use of modern scientific

equipment. Prerequisite: CHE 1515. Fulfills WRT-Course Requirement.

CHE 3140L Analytical Chemistry Lab 1 credit

This course will cover basic theories and methods of volumetric and gravimetric analysis, spectroscopy, chromatography and electrochemistry.

Quantitative methods for analysis will be employed through a variety of traditional techniques in addition to the use of modern scientific

equipment. Prerequisite: CHE 1515. Fulfills WRT-Course Requirement.

CHE 3145 Analytical Chemistry Problem Solving 1 credit

Will cover quantitative chemical analysis and the underlying principles that are presented in analytical chemistry, CHE3140. Aim to develop

the skills necessary to perform effective chemical quantification. Parallel topics to be discussed include error analysis, statistics, calibration,

equilibrium, and basic theories and methods of spectroscopy, chromatography, and electrochemistry. CHE 3145 Co-requisite with

CHE 3140 and CHE 3140L. Note: CHE 3140 does not need to be taken as a co-requisite with CHE 3145, students can take CHE 3140 and

CHE 3140L without having to take CHE 3145. However, if students want to take CHE 3145, students will also need to take CHE 3140 and

CHE 3140L at the same time.

CHE 3150 Instrumental Analysis 4 credits

This course emphasizes the use of modern instrumental techniques for chemical analysis. Basic instrumental theory, design, and application

will be studied within the context of spectroscopic chromatographic and electrophoretic methodologies. Laboratory experiments will be

conducted to give us as much hands-on experience as possible while lectures will provide a brief theoretical background of each method. This

course is designed to give the student the experience and confidence to tackle complex chemical problems using modern scientific

instrumentation. Prerequisite: CHE 1515.

CHE-BIO 3300 Medicinal Chemistry 3 credits

The course will focus on the fundamentals of the drug discovery process. The synthesis and effectiveness of the drugs will be evaluated. Drugs

affecting neurotransmission, the central nervous, cardiovascular and immune systems will be examined. Qualitative structure activity

relationships (QSAR) and organic synthetic methodology will be discussed. Prerequisites: BIO 1020 and CHE 2010.

CHE-BIO 3300L Medicinal Chemistry Lab 3 credits

A laboratory study of the synthesis, extraction, and analysis of medicinal compounds. Topics will include the synthesis of analgesics and

antibiotics, extraction of natural plant based drugs and pharmacophores. Analysis of biological enzymes and OTC medications.

Prerequisites: BIO 1020L and CHE 2010L.

CHE 3400 Food and Nutrition Chemistry 3 credits

Uses biology and chemistry to understand nutrition and how these concepts can affect cooking techniques.

CHE 4005 Research in Chemistry 1 credit

This course is designed to familiarize students with the practical aspects of the Scientific Method. Students will be asked to summarize recent

observations from the scientific literature in a field of Chemistry, formulate hypothesis based on these observations and test these hypothesis in the

laboratory, using sound laboratory practices. Analysis of data and elaboration of conclusions based on this data will be stressed. Students will be

asked to present data and conclusions in a seminar. Graded on a pass-fail basis.

CHE-BIO 4020 Principles and Clinical Applications of Immunology 3 credits

Recommended to students pursuing careers in health related sciences. This course is designed to acquaint the student with concepts involved

in the immune response, including antigen-antibody interaction, antibody synthesis human leukocyte antigens and tumor immunology.

Prerequisites: One term of chemistry including organic and biochemistry.

CHE 4100 Medicinal Plant Analysis 3 credits

Identify and quantify compounds in plants, including polyphenols in wine, hops extracts in beer, herbal extracts, and psychoactive drugs,

through modern instrumentation. Discussion and practice of quality assurance and quality control procedures. Design and execution of

experiments related to plant compounds using atomic absorption spectroscopy, gas chromatography, and liquid chromatography.

Prerequisite: CHE 3150.

CHE 4200 Physical Biochemistry 3 credits

Students will learn how thermodynamics, kinetics and quantum mechanics can be used to explain biological phenomena in a variety of systems.

Additionally, physical chemistry fundamentals will be used to interpret and evaluate the results of modern biochemical analyses. Prerequisite: BIO-

CHE 3042.

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CHE 4590 Seminar: Chemistry 1.5 credits

Chemical abstracts and journals are used by the student to prepare written and oral reports on topics in chemistry of current interest and

importance. Emphasis is on the interpretation

data

from the current literature and on developing skill in oral pres-entation. Prerequisite:

Senior standing in Chemistry or Biology Chemistry. Fulfills WRT-Course Requirement, course must be taken for a total of 3 credits for this

requirement.

CHE 4999 Internship in Chemistry 3 or 6 credits

Internship focused in any subfield of Chemistry. Prerequisite: Completed Sophomore coursework in the Chemistry or Biochemistry major

and Instructor’s Signature Required. Also need to complete a contract with the Office of Career Services, before registering for course. Meets

Career Related Internship and graded on pass-fail basis.

Clinical Laboratory Science (Bachelor of Science)

The Clinical Laboratory Science Program (CLS) provides students with a broad academic experience

from education in the liberal arts to hands-on clinical laboratory experience. Clinical Lab Scientists carry

out diagnostic procedures in clinical and industrial laboratories, and they are the indispensable, top-level

laboratory personnel, that is, supervisors, specialists, and teachers. Many CLS graduates become active in

medical research, and opportunities in independent laboratories and biotechnology industries are

increasing. The Clinical Laboratory Science Program can also prepare students for graduate work leading

to advanced degrees.

Students interested in obtaining certification as medical technologists from the board of Registry of

Medical Technologists or the National Certification Agency for Medical Laboratory Personnel will

complete a 3+1 year program [three years of academic work at EC + one year competitive admission clinical

internship] leading to the Bachelor of Science degree.

Elmira College’s 3+1 program includes a three-year concentration in Clinical Laboratory Science at the

College, followed by twelve months of hospital training in preparation for certification. Students electing

this program receive a Bachelor of Science degree from Elmira College at the end of the four years of

combined college and hospital instructional programs. Students are strongly encouraged to meet with the

CLS Program Advisor, Dr. Amy Lyndaker, on a yearly basis.

Financial arrangements for the combined college-hospital program include two options. Students are

advised to select the option which is commensurate with their financial circumstances. Students must

apply for acceptance to one of our clinical affiliations after completion of three years at E.C. Upon

acceptance they may choose to withdraw from the college and pay their fourth year of tuition to the clinical

program. An optional arrangement is for students to register for and pay the fourth year tuition to Elmira.

Students selecting this option will register for the 32 credit clinical internship. The College will, in turn,

pay the Program tuition. Program’s registration fee and room and board are the responsibility of the

student. Elmira College has affiliation agreements with the Clinical Laboratory Sciences Program at Robert

Packer Hospital, Sayre, Pennsylvania, directed by Mr. Brian Spezialetti, M.S. MT (ASCP); The UPMC

Chautauqua School of Medical Technology, Ms. Nancy Mitchell, M.S., MT (ASCP), Program

Director.

Rochester NY.; The UPMC Chautauqua WCA, Medical Laboratory Science Program, Jamestown, New York, Ms.

Michelle Harms MT (ASCP), Program Director; and New York Methodist Hospital, Center for Allied Health

Education, New York, New York, Mr. Mitchell Zaretsky, Director of Development and Planning; Albany Medical

Center Hospital, Dr. Ferdinand Venditti, Executive Vice President.

credits

Core Requirements:

BIO 1020 General Biology I 3.0

BIO 1020L General Biology Laboratory I 1.0

BIO 1022 General Biology II 3.0

BIO 1022L General Biology Laboratory II 1.0

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credits

CHE 1505 General Chemistry I 3.0

CHE 1505L General Chemistry Laboratory I 1.0

CHE 1515 General Chemistry II 3.0

CHE 1515L General Chemistry Laboratory II 1.0

CHE 2010 Organic Chemistry I 3.0

CHE 2010L Organic Chemistry Laboratory I 1.0

CHE 2020 Organic Chemistry II 3.0

CHE 2020L Organic Chemistry Laboratory II 1.0

BIO 2300 Biostatistics

or 4.0

MAT 2090 Statistical Methods

BIO 2010 Comparative Anatomy 3.0

BIO 2010L Comparative Anatomy Laboratory 1.0

BIO-CHE 3042 Biochemistry I 3.0

BIO-CHE 3042L Biochemistry I Laboratory (WRT course) 1.0

BIO 3050 Microbiology 3.0

BIO 3050L Microbiology Laboratory 1.0

BIO 2600 Molecular Cell 4.0

BIO 3060 Animal Physiology 3.0

BIO 3060L Animal Physiology Laboratory 1.0

BIO 3250 Immunology 3.0

NSC 2590

Sophomore Science Seminar

1.0

NSC 3590 Junior Science Seminar 1.0

At least one additional course from the following: 3.0-4.0

Cell-Molecular Group:

BIO 3110 Genetics (WRT course)

BIO 3150 The Biology of Cancer (WRT course)

BIO 3500 Developmental Biology

Required Clinical Professional Internship at one of Elmira College’s approved Clinical Affiliations 32 credit hours.

Total credits required to complete major at Elmira College: 56.0-57.0

In addition, students considering other professional programs or graduate school are encouraged to take calculus,

physics, and other possible electives that suit their future needs. See the program advisor for details.

For students in the Clinical Laboratory Sciences Major, the senior year hospital clinical training program is

required.

The completion of the clinical training program (not to be confused with the Career Related Experience) is a

specific degree requirement of the Clinical Laboratory Sciences Profession. Admission to the Clinical Affiliate

Professional Programs is competitive by application. Full information on the clinical training program and its

administration can be obtained by contacting the program advisor, Dr. Amy Lyndaker, (607) 735-1940, Kolker

Hall, room 208.

Students choosing the CLS 3 + 1 major option [3 years at EC + 1 year clinical training] who successfully

complete the Clinical Training Program will receive a waiver for the Career Related Experience general degree

requirement.

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Communications

Course Description

COM 1008 Octagon 1 credit

This course is reserved for staff of The EC Octagon. If you are interested in becoming a regular contributor to the student newspaper, please

contact the faculty advisor or current Editor-in-Chief. By registering, Octagon staff commit to attending weekly staff meetings, meeting

deadlines established in consultation with editors, actively cultivating high journalistic standards, and

contributing to the paper as both

reporters and copy-editors. No Prerequisites. Will be graded on S-D-F basis

Communication Sciences and Disorders

The Elmira College undergraduate program in Communication Sciences and Disorders provides students with

two routes to the B.S. degree. The non-teaching major, Speech and Hearing, prepares students for entry into

graduate programs in Speech-Language Pathology or Audiology. The Speech and Language Disabilities major leads

to the New York State initial teaching certificate in Speech and Language Disabilities. Both options provide students

with a sound basis for graduate study and ultimately for certification by the American Speech-Language-Hearing

Association.

Speech and Hearing (Bachelor of Science)

credits

CSD 2100 Introduction to Communicative Disorders 3.0

CSD 2150 Anatomy and Physiology for Speech and Language 3.0

CSD 2250 Language Development 3.0

CSD 2320 Principles of Phonetics 3.0

CSD 2350 Speech and Hearing Science 3.0

CSD 2700 Introduction to Audiology 3.0

CSD 3230 Diagnosis and Appraisal 3.0

CSD 3590 Articulation and Phonology Disorders 3.0

CSD 3591 Disorders of Language (WRT course) 3.0

CSD 3750 Clinical Practice in Audiology 1.5

CSD 3751 Clinical Practice in Speech Pathology 1.5

Additional Clinical Practice:

CSD 3750 Clinical Practice in Audiology

or 1.5

CSD 3751 Clinical Practice in Speech Pathology

CSD Electives: Nine credits for CSD electives from the following

9.0

ASL 1010 American Sign Language I 3.0

(one course)

CSD 1910 Augmentative and Alternative 3.0

Communication

CSD 2920 Ethics for Speech Language 3.0

Pathologists and Audiologists

CSD 3000 Neurogenic Disorders of 3.0

Communication

CSD 3505 Auditory Pathologies 3.0

CSD 3595 Aural Rehabilitation 3.0

CSD 3596 Stuttering 3.0

CSD 4590 Seminar Audiology 3.0

CSD 4591 Seminar in Speech Pathology:

3.0

Intellectual and Developmental

Disabilities

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Related Electives: Nine credits selected in consultation with the 9.0

Communication Sciences and Disorders faculty from

the following disciplines:

ASL MAT

EDU SPC

HMS PSY

Total credits required to complete major: 49.5

Field Experience:

CSD 4999 Speech and Heating Internship 3.0 or 6.0

Speech and Language Disabilities

(Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science) (All Grades)

credits

EDU 1010 Foundations of Education 3.0

EDU 3345 Literacy Acquisition and Development for 3.0

Preschool and Elementary School Learners

PSY 1010 Introductory Psychology 3.0

PSY 2060 Child and Adolescent Psychology 3.0

CSD 2100 Introduction to Communicative Disorders 3.0

CSD 2150 Anatomy and Physiology for Speech and Language 3.0

CSD 2250 Language Development 3.0

CSD 2320 Principles of Phonetics 3.0

CSD 2350 Speech and Hearing Science 3.0

CSD 2700 Introduction to Audiology 3.0

CSD 2900 Speech—Language Services in the Schools 3.0

CSD 3230 Diagnosis and Appraisal 3.0

CSD 3590 Articulation and Phonology Disorders 3.0

CSD 3591 Disorders of Language (WRT course) 3.0

CSD 3750 Clinical Practice in Audiology 1.5

CSD 3751 Clinical Practice in Speech Pathology

(1.5 each)

3.0

Electives: Six credits from the following: 6.0

ASL 1010 American Sign Language I 3.0

CSD 1910 Augmentative and Alternative 3.0

Communication

CSD 2920 Ethics for Speech Language 3.0

Pathologists and Audiologists

CSD 3000 Neurogenic Disorders of 3.0

Communication

CSD 3505 Auditory Pathologies 3.0

CSD 3595 Aural Rehabilitation 3.0

CSD 3596 Stuttering 3.0

CSD 4590 Seminar Audiology 3.0

CSD 4591 Seminar in Speech Pathology: 3.0

Intellectual and Developmental

Disabilities

Total credits required to complete major: 52.5

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Student Teaching:

CSD 4515 Student Teaching and Seminar in 12.0

Speech-Language Pathology

During the Fall Term of the junior year, students interested in completing the Speech and Language Disabiliti

es major will submit

an application to student teach. Approval for enrollment in student teaching (CSD 4515) will pro

vide the student with the

opportunity to complete the Speech and Language Disabilities major. In the event that approval is denied, the student may continue

in the Speech and Hearing major, but may not complete the Speech and Language Disabilities major.

Teacher Certification:

The initial teaching certificate in Speech and Language Disabilities is granted by the State of New York to students

who have successfully completed the Speech and Language Disabilities major and who receive institutional

recommendation for that certificate. Additional requirements for certification include:

1. Qualifying scores on New York State Examinations for Initial Certification

2. Successful completion of study of a foreign language* (6 college credits or equivalent)

3. Completion of a certification application.

4. Successful fingerprint-supported criminal history background check

Note: This program provides students with information about Common Core State Standards and the relevance

of these to school-based programs.

*ASL is considered a foreign language for this certification.

Speech and Hearing (Minor)

credits

CSD 2100 Introduction to Communicative Disorders 3.0

CSD 2150 Anatomy and Physiology for Speech and Language 3.0

CSD 2250 Language Development 3.0

CSD 2350 Speech and Hearing Science 3.0

CSD 2320 Principles of Phonetics 3.0

Electives: Communication Sciences Disorders courses at or 9.0

above the 3000 level

Total credits required to complete minor: 24.0

Communication Sciences and Disorders Course Descriptions

CSD 1910 Augmentative and Alternative Communication 3 credits

An introduction and overview of augmentative and alternative communication (e.g., sign language, gestures, communication boards, speech

generating devices), covering terminology, application, assessment and intervention. Prerequisite: None. Offered in the Spring Term

CSD 2100 Introduction to Communicative Disorders 3 credits

A survey of speech-language pathology and audiology for both majors and non-majors. The communicative process, both normal and

disordered, is covered with emphasis on classification characteristics and etiology of disorders. Prerequisite: None. Offered in the Fall Term.

CSD 2150 Anatomy and Physiology for Speech and Language 3 credits

A study of the anatomy and physiology of the systems of communication. Included are the structures and processes involved in respiration,

phonation, articulation, resonation, and an overview of the central and peripheral nervous system. Prerequisite: None. Offered in the Winter

Term.

CSD 2250 Language Development 3 credits

An overview of the development of communication skills from birth through seven years of age. Prerequisite: None. Offered in the Winter

Term.

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CSD 2320 Principles of Phonetics 3 credits

A course of study in which the theories of phonetics as a branch of linguistics are emphasized with consideration given to formation,

classification, and acoustic characteristics of speech sounds. The use of International Phonetic Alphabet is an integral part of the course.

Prerequisites: CSD 2100 and CSD 2250 or permission of the instructor. Offered in the Fall Term.

CSD 2350 Speech and Hearing Science 3 credits

A study of acoustics and the physics of sound as well as the anatomy and physiology of the hearing mechanism and a cursory review of the

anatomy and physiology of the vocal tract. This course will also explore the perception of speech and the science of speech production.

Prerequisites: Sophomore standing, CSD 2100 and CSD 2150. Offered in the Fall Term.

CSD 2700 Introduction to Audiology 3 credits

Introduction to the practice of audiology and to basic diagnostic and assessment techniques. Students will learn the theoretical principles of

audiologic assessment as well as how to read and interpret audiometric data. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing and CSD 2100, CSD 2150, and

CSD 2350. Offered in the Winter Term.

CSD 2900 Speech-Language Services in the Schools 3 credits

An overview of speech-language pathology services provided within the public educational system with emphasis on the impact of federal and

state legislation on the education of children with disabilities. Prerequisites: CSD 2100 and EDU 1010. Offered in the Spring Term.

CSD 2920 Ethics for Speech Language Pathologists and Audiologists 3 credits

Introduction to the Scope of Practice and Code of Ethics for Speech Language Pathologists and Audiologists as established by the American

Speech-Language Hearing Association. Throughout the course, students will explore legal, ethical, and moral dilemmas through case studies,

discussion, and written assignments. Prerequisites: CSD 2100.

CSD 3000 Neurogenic Disorders of Communication 3 credits

A study of various neurologically-based disorders, such as aphasia, traumatic brain injury, apraxia, dysarthria, and dysphagia, which can be acquired

throughout the life span. Etiologies, differential diagnosis, impact on communication, and treatment approaches are issues to be covered.

Prerequisites: CSD 2100, CSD 2150, CSD 2250 and CSD 2350. Offered Terms I or II.

CSD 3230 Diagnosis and Appraisal 3 credits

A study of the procedures involved in the evaluation of speech and language disorders in children and adults. Test administrations and report

writing are integral parts of this course. Prerequisites: CSD 2100, CSD 2150, CSD 2250, and CSD 2320. Offered in the Fall Term.

CSD 3505 Auditory Pathologies 3 credits

An exploration of auditory pathologies and the process of differential diagnosis of various pathologies that impact the auditory and vestibular

systems. Prerequisites: CSD 2100, CSD 2150, CSD 2350, and CSD 2700.

CSD 3590 Articulation and Phonology Disorders 3 credits

A study of the etiology and nature of developmental and acquired articulation and phonology disorders, including diagnosis and therapeutic

management. Prerequisites: CSD 2100, CSD 2150, CSD 2250, and CSD 2320. Offered in the Winter Term.

CSD 3591 Disorders of Language 3 credits

A course focusing on factors which disrupt language or hinder language acquisition. Symptomatology, etiology, evaluation, and therapy are

issues to be covered. Prerequisites: CSD 2100, CSD 2150, CSD 2250, and CSD 2320. Fulfills WRT-Course Requirement. Offered Fall Term.

CSD 3595 Aural Rehabilitation 3 credits

A study of the management of children and adults with hearing impairments, with emphasis on the development and maintenance of

functional communication through amplification, auditory training, speech reading, and speech and language intervention. Prerequisites:

CSD 2100, CSD 2150, CSD 2250, CSD 2350, CSD 2320, and CSD 2700.

CSD 3596 Stuttering 3 credits

A study of contemporary interpretation of stuttering and methods of treatment. Pertinent research and etiological theories of stuttering are

considered. Prerequisites: CSD 2100, CSD 2150, CSD 2250, and CSD 3590.

CSD 3750 Clinical Practice in Audiology 1.5 credits

A supervised clinical experience with audiological assessment of hearing disorders. Prerequisites: CSD 2100, CSD 2350, CSD 2700,

completion of 25 hours of clinical observation, and permission of instructor. Offered all terms. Cannot take for the first time in SP Term.

CSD 3751 Clinical Practice in Speech Pathology 1.5 credits

Practical application of the theoretical knowledge of speech and language disorders to the therapeutic situation. Students work with clients

under the supervision of faculty clinical supervisors. Prerequisites: CSD 2100, CSD 2150, CSD 2250, CSD 2320, completion of 25 hours of

clinical observation, and permission of instructor. Offered all terms. Cannot take for the first time in the Winter Term or Spring Term.

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CSD 4515 Student Teaching and Seminar in Speech Language Pathology 12 credits

Students completing the Speech and Language Disabilities major are required to complete a full time 12 credit student teaching experience

and attend a weekly seminar. (This also satisfies the Elmira College Career-Related Internship requirement.) During Fall Term or Winter

Term of the senior year, students are placed in local educational settings under the supervision of cooperating New York State certified speech-

language Pathologists. Decisions regarding admission to student teaching will be made by the Communication Sciences and Disorders faculty

at the beginning of Winter Term of the junior year. Prerequisites: Minimal requirements for student teaching include overall grade point

average of 3.000, grade point average of 3.000 in the major, satisfactory completion (i.e. grade of C - or better) of all non-elective

Communication Sciences and Disorders requirements for the major, and approval by the members of the Communication Sciences and

Disorders faculty. Offered in the Fall and Winter Terms.

CSD 4590 Seminar in Audiology 3 credits

A concentrated study for upper-class students in one of several advanced areas in the field of audiology or related areas. Prerequisites: Junior or

senior standing in the major.

CSD 4591 Seminar in Speech Pathology: Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities 3 credits

A concentrated study for upper-class students in one of several advanced areas in the field of speech pathology or related areas. Prerequisite:

Junior or Senior standing in the major.

CSD 4999 Speech and Hearing Internship 3 or 6 credits

The career-related internship is a paid or unpaid experience relating to the students’ major or career interest. The internship can be taken for

3 credits (120 hours) or for 6 credits (240 hours) and will be graded on a pass-fail basis. Prerequisites: Instructor’s Signature Required. Also

need to complete a contract with the Office of Career Services, before registering for course.

Criminal Justice (Bachelor of Science)

credits

Required Courses:

CRJ 1010 Introduction to Criminal Justice 3.0

CRJ 2700 Penology 3.0

CRJ 3020 Police Administration 3.0

CRJ-PSC 2820 Due Process

or 3.0

CRJ -PSC 3820 Criminal Law I: Constitutional Criminal Procedure

CRJ-SOC 3311 Criminology (WRT course) 3.0

MAT 2090 Statistical Methods 4.0

One of the following: 3.0

PSC 1010 Introduction to Politics

or 3.0

PSY 1010 Introductory Psychology

SOC 1010 Introductory Sociology

Total credits for required courses: 22.0

Electives: At least seven courses for a minimum of 21.0

21 credits selected as follows:

*At least two courses totaling 6 credits must be at the 3000 level or above.

*For a course to count as an elective, it must be at least 3 credits, 6 credit

courses count as one 3 credit course.

*At least three elective courses must have the CRJ (Criminal Justice), or

others may be chosen from the list below:

Any CRJ course

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CRJ-PSC 3041 Constitutional Law I: Foundations (WRT course)

ECO 3250 Law and Economics

HMS 2010 Chemical Dependency: Treatment and Rehabilitation

HMS 3010 Management of Human Service Agencies

HMS-PSY 3300 Basic Counseling Techniques

PHR 1006 Ethics

PHR 2050 Justice in America

PSC 1040 American Government and Politics

PSC 2020 State and Local Government and Politics

PSC 3050 International Law and World Politics

PSY 3140 Abnormal Psychology

SOC-ANT- WRT 2010 Social Inequality

SOC 2230 Power, Institutions, and Social Reproduction

Total credits required to complete major: 43.0

Criminal Justice (Minor)

Note: This minor may not be chosen by students majoring in either Sociology and Anthropology or

Criminal Justice.

credits

Required Courses:

CRJ 1010 Introduction to Criminal Justice 3.0

CRJ 2700 Penology 3.0

CRJ -PSC 3820 Criminal Law I: Constitutional Criminal Procedure 3.0

CRJ-SOC 3311 Criminology (WRT course) 3.0

Elective: Nine credits of CRJ courses, at least 3 credits must be at the

3000 level or above. For a course to count as an elective, it must

be at least 3 credits, 6 credit courses count as one 3 credit course.

Total credits required to complete minor: 21.0

Criminal Justice Course Descriptions

CRJ-PSC 1000 Student Conduct and Discipline: Laws, Regulations, and Procedures 1 credit

As noted in

Tinker v. Des Moines

, “students do not lose their rights at the school house gate.” However, a student’s rights differ depending on

their age and the type of institution they attend. This course seeks to explore the rights of all students, while focusing on students at a private

institution of higher education such as Elmira College.

CRJ 1010 Introduction to Criminal Justice 3 credits

A course introducing the various components of the criminal justice system and presenting a broad overview of the processing of the accused

through confrontation, arrest, detention, prosecution, defense, adjudication, sentencing, incarceration, pro-bation and parole. The rights and

responsibilities of defendants, citizens, suspects and agents of the Criminal Justice system are reviewed. Systemic issues are addressed.

CRJ-PSC 1200 The Judicial Process 3 credits

A general overview of the United States judicial system, including recent innovations, future trends, and the process of criminal adjudication

from arrest through appeal and collateral proceedings; comparisons will be made to the process of civil adjudication where appropriate.

CRJ-SOC 2050 Norms, Deviance, and Social Control 3 credits

Class will examine how social norms are created and enforced. Will also look at who is seen as deviant and why, and how deviance is punished

by society.

CRJ-SOC 2068 Crime and the Media 3 credits

Course will evaluate representations of crime in the media. Students will examine how the media reports, distorts, and filters crime and justice

issues. Analysis of the relationship between crime theory and the media. Prerequisites: CRJ 1010 or SOC 1010.

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CRJ 2210 Comparative Criminal Justice 3 credits

Examines issues related to crime and criminal justice throughout the world. Social, cultural, and political background of different systems of

justice will be analyzed. Prerequisite: CRJ 1010. Distribution Requirement: GLP.

CRJ 2700 Penology 3 credits

This course covers a brief history of corrections, current policies, and practices in today’s correctional facilities, the various philosophies of

punishment, current attitudes towards punishment, the role of criminological theories in the execution (no pun intended) of punishment,

and important Supreme Court cases relative to inmates and prison conditions. Prerequisites: CRJ 1010.

CRJ-PSC 2820

Due Process 3 credits

A sociological approach to understanding Supreme Court decisions in issues of constitutional law and balance of power. Will analyze cases

in their historic and political contexts including Marbury v. Madison, McCullock V. Maryland and Scott v. Sanford. Will look at the micro-

sociology of the Supreme Court itself focusing on the analysis of cases as texts reflective of aspects of US politics and culture. In reviewing

and understanding cases in criminal procedure as they have evolved through the twentieth century concentrating on the last 30 years students

understand how the law is changed over time by people writing rationales for their decisions. This class demonstrates the relationships between

law and society. Prerequisites: CRJ 1010 or PSC 1010.

CRJ 3020 Police Administration 3 credits

A study of the history, development, organization, operations, and functions of American police agencies, federal, state, and local, as well as

an overview of private security. The patrol, traffic management, investigation, and community-relations functions of policing are analyzed.

This course spans the wide spectrum of law enforcement and will emphasize both institutional and occupational aspects of policing in our

society. Students will be introduced to critical issues, policies and procedures, legal parameters and contemporary concerns of law

enforcement. Special issues include the hiring process, police discretion, culture, stress, ethics and deviance, suicide, and women and

minorities in policing, as well as key commissions such as the Knapp Commission, Wickersham Commission, Kerner Commission, and

studies such as the Kansas City Study. Special emphasis will be placed on police and the law, and the Supreme Court cases which define

police conduct. Prerequisite: CRJ 1010.

CRJ-PSC 3041 Constitutional Law I: Foundations 3 credits

An introduction to the legal system as a whole, the functions of courts, lawyers, and other actors in the legal system. Most importantly the

course focuses on the judicial branch, particularly the Supreme Court, and its place in the Constitutional order. How has the Court helped

to structure the powers of the federal government and its own relationship with the other branches? Also, how has the Court interpreted the

Constitution’s grant of authority to the government generally, and each of the branches specifically? Distribution Requirements: WRT and

WEP.

CRJ-PSC 3042 Constitutional Law II: Civil Rights and Liberties 3 credits

This course employs a case method approach to analyze Supreme Court decisions relevant to civil liberties and civil rights. The course explores

seminal Supreme Court cases to inform contemporary civil rights and civil liberties jurisprudence. The readings will examine values including

freedom of speech and of the press, the takings clause, discrimination based on race, gender, and sexual orientation, the right to privacy,

reproductive freedom, the right to die, and equal protection. Students will have the opportunity to see how these rights evolved under the

Constitution. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

CRJ 3110 Criminal Investigation 3 credits

This course will acquaint students with an overview of the basic approaches utilized in a criminal investigation, Students will be made aware

of the participants in a criminal investigation, while addressing a variety of investigative topics centered on homicide investigation. This course

will contain graphic images and materials. Prerequisite: CRJ 1010.

CRJ 3200 Juvenile Delinquency and Juvenile Justice 3 credits

Provide students with an overview of the “forth arm” of the Criminal Justice System, the Juvenile Justice System. Will address the differences

in philosophy, processes, criminal offenses, and more between the adult system and the juvenile system. Will cover the history of the Juvenile

Justice System, how the philosophy has changed over the years, and the important cases that have brought about changes in the system, such

as the increased rights of the juvenile offender in the criminal justice process. Prerequisite: CRJ 1010.

CRJ 3225 The Child, The Family, and The Law 3 credits

An examination of basic areas in which the law and other outside forces impact the child, the family and the interaction between the two:

domestic abuse and neglect, family composition, and Juvenile delinquency, as well as various social, economic, legal, psychological and

behavioral factors as they apply to the concept of “at-risk youth.” An examination of the role of the state in family issues, and the consideration

of a number of often conflicting rights, such as the rights of the child versus parental rights, the governmental right to parent (

parens patriae

rights of the adoptive vs. the biological parents, rights of the unmarried father vs. the unmarried mother, rights of foster parents, and even

the rights of grandparents. The course examines the role of the state in protecting children and preserving or dismantling the family, and the

role of the family in the final outcome of the child. Prerequisites: CRJ 1010.

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CRJ-PSC 3300 International Human Rights Law 3 credits

An examination of international human right through a legal perspective. Focusing on the foundations of human rights in relation to the

United Nations, the International Criminal Court, and specific international treaties including the Genocide Convention, Elimination of

Discrimination Convention, Rights of the Child. Prerequisite: CRJ 1010 or PSC 1010 or SOC 1010. Distribution Requirement: GLP.

CRJ-SOC 3311 Criminology 3 credits

An overview of the study of criminology: how crime is defined, the nature and extent of crime, the correlates of crime (such as social class,

race, gender and age), various types of offenders and offenses (such as violent crime, property crime, white collar crime, and public order

crime), and various theories of crime causation. An overview of both sociological and non-sociological theories. Prerequisite: CRJ 1010.

Fulfills WRT-Course Requirement.

CRJ 3400 Crime, Criminal Justice and Disasters 3 credits

This course encompasses two important and vital fields of study: criminal justice and emergency disaster management, and addresses the

particular problems and situational issues related to law enforcement response during disasters. With both natural and man-made disasters,

as well as the crimes that accompany them, on the increase, the need for law enforcement becomes a particularly critical and timely topic of

study. Prerequisite: Junior or Senior status; CRJ 1010 or permission of instructor.

CRJ-PSC 3820 Criminal Law I: Constitutional Criminal Procedure 3 credits

Examines the general principles and theories of criminal procedure, including concepts of due process, arrest, search and seizure, wiretapping,

lineups, and other recent developments. Focusing on federal constitutional criminal procedure with some time dedicated to exploring

differences in procedure among the states.

CRJ-PSC 3821 Criminal Law II: Substantive Criminal Law 3 credits

A survey of the general principles of criminal law including general assumptions, elements of a crime, defenses. Problems in the operation of

criminal law are illustrated by case examples drawn from various states and the federal system.

CRJ 4999 Internship in Criminal Justice 3 or 6 credits

Career-related external internship focused in any subfield of criminal justice (i.e. police, courts, corrections, juvenile justice, the law, etc.).

Prerequisites: Junior or Senior standing; Completed >15hrs of coursework in the Criminal Justice major, and Faculty Member Approval.

Also, need to complete a contract with the Office of Career Services, before registering for course. Meets Career Related Internship and

graded on S-D-F basis.

Computer Science Course Description

CSC 1050 Introduction to Programming 3 credits

An introduction to the writing of computer programs and how computers behave under program control. Elements of programming:

input and output procedures, data types, looping, branching, subroutines, recursion, object-oriented programming, class and inheritance,

array handling, and databases. Programming will be in Python. Distribution Requirement: MQR.

Dance Course Descriptions

DAN 1010 Introduction to Dance I 1.5-3 credits

The objectives of this course are to direct the students toward an understanding of the basic fundamentals of dance movement and to develop

the skills necessary for a strong expressive body.

DAN 1020 Introduction to Dance II 1.5-3 credits

The objectives of this course are to direct the students toward an understanding of the basic fundamentals of dance movement and to develop

the skills necessary for a strong expressive body.

DAN 2000 Intermediate Modern Dance 1.5 credits

To allow student to pursue a more in-depth approach to the art of dance through creative involvement and exploration in addition to more

advanced technical work than is possible in the introductory classes. Students will be exposed to different styles of modern dance as well as

various established techniques and their bases.

DAN 2010 Intermediate Dance I: Jazz 3 credits

To allow student to pursue a more in-depth approach to the art of dance through creative

volvement and exploration in addition to more

advanced technical work than is possible in the introductory classes. Students will be exposed to different styles of jazz dance as well as various

established techniques and their bases.

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DAN 3000 Orchesis 1.5-3 credits

Orchesis is an advanced level dance course. A major concert production, demonstrations and workshops become a part of the student’s

experience. The student is given the opportunity to compose and perform in a solo or group choreographic project.

Economics (Minor)

credits

ECO 2010 Principles of Microeconomics 3.0

ECO 2020 Principles of Macroeconomics 3.0

ECO 3040 Intermediate Microeconomics 3.0

ECO 3041 Intermediate Macroeconomics 3.0

BUS-ECO 2600 Statistics for Business and Economics 3.0

Electives:

6.0 credits of electives

in any ECO course, with at

least 3.0 credits at the 3000 level or higher.

Total credits required to complete the minor: 21.0

Economics Course Descriptions

ECO 2010 Principles of Microeconomics 3 credits

This course introduces the economic way of thinking. This encompasses the basic principles of microeconomic theory including opportunity

cost, scarcity and marginal analysis. These and other principles will be used to understand the theories of supply and demand, utility, the

consumer, the producer, the invisible hand, perfect and imperfect competition, externalities and market failure. In order to enhance an

understanding of the theory it will concurrently be applied to everyday issues and situations. The course has the dual role of preparing

economics majors for more advanced courses and enabling non-majors to analyze rationally economic problems that are usually discussed at

an emotional level. Distribution Requirement: MQR.

ECO 2020 Principles of Macroeconomics 3 credits

This course studies the economy from a macroeconomic perspective. Starting with a basic understanding of GDP, standards of living and

inflation, the determination of economic growth in the long-run is examined followed by an in-depth analysis of short-run fluctuations of

output and the price level. The latter includes a detailed understanding of the Federal Reserve System and its role in formulating monetary

policy. In addition, the government’s role in setting fiscal policy is discussed and the effects of both types of policy on the economy are

examined. Distribution Requirement: MQR.

ECO 2320 The Global Economy 3 credits

Survey of the world economy from a global perspective. Topics include international flows of goods, services and capital. Effects of Foreign

Direct Investment (FDI) and multinational firms on economic growth and international development will be analyzed. Other topics include

globalization and its impact on the environment, natural resources and inequality. Distribution Requirement: GLP.

ECO-BUS 2600 Statistics for Business and Economics 3 credits

Will introduce students to the field of statistics. Demonstrates how statistics applies to business and economics by introducing them to the

language of statistics and the key elements of any statistical problem. The course involves collecting, classifying, summarizing, organizing,

analyzing, and interpreting numerical and categorical information. Microsoft Excel will be used to implement statistical procedures learned

in this course. Prerequisite: MAT 1030. Distribution Requirement: MQR.

ECO-FIN 3030 Money and Financial Institutions 3 credits

This course is designed to enable students to have an understanding of financial institutions, money markets, and monetary policy in the

United States. A detailed treatment of monetary theory and policy and such technical topics as the term structure of interest rates will be

included. Prerequisites: ECO 2010 and ECO 2020.

ECO 3040 Intermediate Microeconomics 3 credits

An extension and refinement of ECO 2010, Principles of Microeconomics and is primarily theoretical in its approach, although applications

to the “real world” are an integral part of the course. A review of supply and demand concepts will be followed by a rigorous presentation of

the theory of consumer behavior, including cardinal and ordinary utility functions, indifference curves, Engel curves, elasticity of demand

and Giffen Goods. This will be followed by a discussion of the theory of the firm including perfect competition, monopoly, oligopoly, and

imperfect competition. Finally, factor markets will be explored. Prerequisites: ECO 2010 and ECO 2020.

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ECO 3041 Intermediate Macroeconomics 3 credits

This course is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of advanced macroeconomic theories and concepts. After examining

national income accounting measures the behavior of the economy is studied in the long run, followed by the determination of output in the

short run. Particular attention will be paid to the IS-LM model of aggregate demand but more contemporary models of aggregate supply will

also be examined. Ends with debates about government policy, debt and deficits and finally recent developments in the theory of

macroeconomic fluctuations. Prerequisites: ECO 2010 and ECO 2020.

ECO-SPM 3080 Sports Economics 3 credits

Apply economic theory to study markets of professional and intercollegiate athletics. Demand for, cost of, sports both individual and team.

Analyze sports labor markets and labor relations. Consider public finance of sports facilities. Oligopoly and monopoly theory of sports

institutions. Prerequisite: ECO 2010 and ECO 2020.

ECO 3090 Health Care Economics and Policy 3 credits

Provides an economic framework for thinking about public policies on health care. Examines demand and supply for health care services.

Considers moral hazard and adverse selection as they impact health markets. Studies government policies, including private insurance

programs and public transfer programs such as Medicare, Medicaid, the Affordable Care Act, and health care savings accounts. Policy debates

include tradeoffs between the public funding of healthcare services and the private provisioning of health care. Prerequisite: ECO 2010.

ECO 3200 International Trade and Finance 3 credits

A survey of international trade from both economic and political viewpoints. Topics to be discussed will include the Ricardian Trade Model,

the Ohlin Trade Model, tariffs and quotas, the international monetary system, multinational corporations, East-West and North-South trade,

and the effects on the domestic economy of international trade. Prerequisites: ECO 2010 and 2020. Distribution Requirement: GLP.

ECO 4999 Internship in Economics 3 or 6 credits

Internship focused in any area related to Economics. Also need to complete a contract with the Office of Career Services, before registering

for course. Meets Career Related Internship and graded on pass-fail basis. Additional prerequisites: Successful completion of ECO 3040,

ECO 3041, a course in statistics and at Junior or Senior standing.

Education (Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science)

Certification in Education

Elmira College offers the following undergraduate teacher education certificate programs:

Childhood Special Education (Students With Disabilities Grades One Through Six)

Childhood Education (Grades One Through Six)

Adolescence Education (Grades Seven Through Twelve)

Visual Arts (Art Education) (All Grades)

To be eligible for institutional recommendation to the New York State Department of Education for initial

teacher certification under any one of the aforementioned titles, students must successfully complete all degree

requirements for the specific certification title being sought. These include the Teacher Education requirements

(Pedagogical Core), the approved Major or Concentration requirements (Content Core), and the college-wide

General Degree Requirements (Liberal Arts and Sciences Core). Each program combines an excellent liberal arts

foundation with innovative, evidence-based instructional and assessment practices to prepare beginning teachers for

the challenges of educating all children in today’s society. Furthermore, all programs leading to New York State

certification prepare students to teach to the appropriate State and National Learning and Common Core

Standards. Whenever possible, students are placed in schools where they have the opportunity to work with diverse

populations across a variety of developmental levels.

Because the requirements for each certificate title are complex and leave little room for error, students must assume

an active participatory role in their academic advising. According to the subsection on Student Responsibility under

Academic Services and Regulations in The Elmira College

Catalog

, students must fully understand and adhere to the

following policy:

“Although the academic advisor as well as other members of the faculty and administration are available to help

the student plan a program and work toward the completion of a degree,

ultimate responsibility for knowing and

complying with these regulations and for meeting all requirements rests with the student.

”

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Childhood Special Education:

(Students With Disabilities Grades One Through Six)

credits

Required Courses:

EDU 1010 Foundations of Education 3.0

PSY 1010 Introductory Psychology 3.0

PED 1162 Physical Education for the Classroom Teacher 1.5

PSY 2060 Child and Adolescent Psychology 3.0

EDU 2020 Teaching Students with Disabilities in the Inclusive 3.0

Classroom (co-requisite with EDU 2621)

EDU 2621 Practicum in Teaching Students with Disabilities in 1.0

the Inclusive Classroom (co-requisite with EDU 2020)

EDU 2222 Creating Inclusive Learning Environments 3.0

EDU 3331 Curriculum Design and Instruction in Childhood 3.0

Special Education: Mathematics, Science, Social Studies,

and the Arts (co-requisite with EDU 3631) (WRT course)

EDU 3631 Practicum in Curriculum Design and Instruction in 1.0

Childhood Special Education: Mathematics, Sciences,

Social Studies and the Arts (co-requisite with EDU 3331)

EDU 3345 Literacy Acquisition and Development for Preschool 3.0

and Elementary School Learners (co-requisite with EDU 3645)

EDU 3645 Practicum in Literacy Education: Childhood 1.0

Education (co-requisite with EDU 3345)

EDU 3351 Assessing Students with Disabilities: 3.0

Childhood Special Education

EDU 3365 Teaching Literacy in the Elementary School 3.0

EDU 4420 Student Teaching and Seminar: 15.0

Childhood Special Education

Additional Requirements for Childhood Special Education Certification:

To better ensure that all students fulfill their responsibilities, they must contact Elmira College’s Teacher Education Department

for:

1. Current information regarding their specific teacher education program.

2. Language-Other-Than-English (LOTE) requirements (6 college credits) or equivalent;

3. Mathematical processes requirement. Students in the Childhood Special Education program must complete two 3 credit

mathematics content courses, MAT 2005 Mathematics for Elementary Teachers I: Number Systems and MAT 2006

Mathematics for Elementary Teachers II: Geometry and Measurement;

4. Information for taking the mandatory New York State Teacher Certification Examinations. All students seeking Students

with Disabilities Grades One Through Six initial certification, will be required to take four separate examinations: the

Educating All Students (EAS), Childhood Muli-Subject Content Specialty Text (CST), Students with Disabilities CST,

and the edTPA.

5. Forms, including Teacher Education Program Application and the Student Teaching Application requirements, procedures,

policy statements, application deadlines, and so forth; and

6. Other requirements, such as required GPA for acceptance into the Teacher Education Program and Student Teaching

(an overall GPA of 3.000 is required) or changes in the New York State Teacher Certification requirements. No waivers

or exceptions are granted.

In addition to completing the requirements listed above for Childhood Special Education, students also must complete their

general distribution requirements and one of the following approved academic majors or concentrations:

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Majors

Concentrations

(for required coursework in (for required coursework in concentrations, see

approved majors, see the specific “Listing of Approved Concentrations for

major listed in this Catalog) Childhood Education and Childhood Special

Education” in this section of the Catalog)

Biology Biology

Chemistry English Literature

English Literature Mathematics

Mathematics Social Studies

Social Studies

Childhood Education (Grades One Through Six):

credits

Required Courses:

EDU 1010 Foundations of Education 3.0

PSY 1010 Introductory Psychology 3.0

PED 1162 Physical Education for the Classroom Teacher 1.5

PSY 2060 Child and Adolescent Psychology 3.0

EDU 2020 Teaching Students with Disabilities in the Inclusive 3.0

Classroom (co-requisite with EDU 2621)

EDU 2621 Practicum in Teaching Students with Disabilities in 1.0

the Inclusive Classroom (co-requisite with EDU 2020)

EDU 3335 Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment in 3.0

Childhood Education: Social Studies and the Arts

(WRT course)

EDU 3345 Literacy Acquisition and Development for 3.0

Preschool and Elementary School Learners

(co-requisite with EDU 3645)

EDU 3645 Practicum in Literacy Education: Childhood 1.0

Education (co-requisite with EDU 3345)

EDU 3355 Curriculum, Instruction, and 3.0

Assessment in Childhood Education: Mathematics,

Science, and Technology (co-requisite with EDU 3655)

EDU 3655 Practicum in Curriculum, Instruction, and 1.0

Assessment n Mathematics, Science and Technology:

Childhood Education (co-requisite with EDU 3355)

EDU 3365 Teaching Literacy in the Elementary Schools 3.0

EDU 4410 Student Teaching and Seminar: Childhood 15.0

Education

Additional Requirements for Childhood Education Certification:

To better ensure that all students fulfill their responsibilities, they must contact Elmira College’s Teacher Education

Department for:

1. Current information regarding their specific teacher education program

2. Language-Other-Than-English (LOTE) requirements (6 college credits) or equivalent;

3. Mathematical processes requirement. Students in the Childhood Education program must complete two 3 credit mathematics

content courses; MAT 2005 Mathematics for Elementary Teachers I: Number Systems and MAT 2006 Mathematics for

Elementary Teachers II: Geometry and Measurement;

4. Information for taking the mandatory New York State Teacher Certification Examinations. All students seeking Childhood

Education Grades One Through Six initial certification, will be required to take three separate examinations: the

Educating All

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Students Test (EAS),

the

Education

Teacher Performance Assessment (ed TPA),

and the

Content Specialty Test (CST)

. It should be noted

that all students will take the edTPA during their Student Teaching experience in their senior (fourth) year;

5. Forms, including the Teacher Education Program Application and the Student Teaching Application requirements, procedures,

policy statements, application deadlines, and so forth; and

6. Other requirements, such as required GPA for acceptance into the Teacher Education Program and Student Teaching

(an overall GPA of 3.000 is required) or changes in the New York State Teacher Certification requirements. No waivers

or exceptions are granted.

In addition to completing the requirements listed above for Childhood Education, students also must complete their general

distribution requirements and one of the following approved academic majors or concentrations:

Majors Concentrations

(for required coursework in (for required coursework in concentrations, see

approved majors, see the specific “Listing of Approved Concentrations for

major listed in this Catalog) Childhood Education” in this section of the Catalog)

Biology

Chemistry

English Literature

English Literature Mathematics

Mathematics Social Studies

Social Studies

Optional Extension for the Childhood Education Certificate: Extension to Teach a Subject in Grades Seven Through Nine

credits

Required Courses

EDU 3336 Curriculum Design and Instruction: Middle Childhood 3.0

Education

EDU 3356 Methodologies of Teaching: Middle Childhood Education 3.0

The Extension (grades seven through nine) prepares students in Childhood Education who complete an approved

Major

that

includes at least thirty hours of study in a subject area (not a concentration) for an extension to teach a subject in grades seven through

nine.

Note: Childhood Education students pursuing an Extension will need to pass the Educating All Students Test (EAS), the Content

Specialty Test (CST) Multi-Subject: Teachers of Childhood, the Content Specialty Test in their content core (e.g., biology), and the

Education Teacher Performance Assessment (edTPA).

This Extension requires one of the following majors:

Certificate Extension Required Major

(for required coursework in approved majors,

see the specific major listed in this Catalog)

Biology 7-9 Ext. Biology

Chemistry 7-9 Ext. Chemistry

English Language Arts 7-9 Ext. English Literature

Mathematics 7-9 Ext. Mathematics

Social Studies 7-9 Ext. Social Studies

Adolescence Education (Grades Seven Through Twelve):

credits

Required Courses:

EDU 1010 Foundations of Education 3.0

PSY 1010 Introductory Psychology 3.0

PSY 2060 Child and Adolescent Psychology 3.0

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credits

EDU 2020 Teaching Students with Disabilities in the 3.0

Inclusive Classroom (co-requisite with EDU 2621)

EDU 2621 Practicum in Teaching Students with Disabilities in 1.0

the Inclusive Classroom (co-requisite with

EDU 2020)

EDU 3337 Curriculum Design and Instruction: 3.0

Adolescence Education (WRT course)

EDU 3347 Content Area Literacy in the Middle Schools 3.0

(co-requisite with EDU 3647)

EDU 3647 Practicum in Literacy Education: Adolescence 1.0

Education (co-requisite with EDU 3347)

EDU 3357 Methodologies of Teaching: Adolescence Education 3.0

(co-requisite with EDU 3657)

EDU 3657 Practicum in Methodologies of Teaching in 1.0

Adolescence Education (co-requisite with EDU 3357)

EDU 3367 Content Area Literacy in the Secondary Schools 3.0

EDU 4430 Student Teaching and Seminar: Adolescence 15.0

Education

Additional Requirements for Certification:

To better ensure that all students fulfill their responsibilities, they must contact Elmira College’s Teacher Education

Department for:

1. Current information regarding their specific teacher education program;

2. Language-Other-Than-English (LOTE) requirements (6 college credits) or equivalent;

3. Information for taking the mandatory New York State Teacher Certification Examinations. All students seeking Adolescence

Education Grades Seven Through Twelve initial certification, will be required to take three separate examinations: the

Educating All Students Test (EAS),

the

Education

Teacher Performance Assessment (edTPA),

and the

Content Specialty Test (CST)

It should be noted that all students will take the edTPA during their Student Teaching experience in their senior (fourth)

year;

4. Forms, the Teacher Education Program Application, the Student Teaching Application, requirements, procedures,

policy statements, application deadlines, and so forth; and

5. Other requirements, such as required GPA for acceptance into the Teacher Education Program and Student Teaching (an

overall GPA of 3.000 is required) or changes in the New York State Teacher Certification requirements. No waivers or

exceptions are granted.

In addition to completing the Adolescence Education requirements, as previously indicated, students must also complete their

general distribution requirements and an academic major approved for certification as listed:

Certificate Title Required Major

(for required coursework in approved majors,

see the specific major listed in this Catalog)

Biology 7 - 12 Biology

Chemistry 7 - 12 Chemistry

English Language Arts 7 - 12 English Literature

Mathematics 7 - 12 Mathematics

Social Studies 7 - 12 Social Studies

Optional Extension for the Adolescence Education Certificate: Extension to Teach a Subject in Grades Five and Six

Required Courses:

EDU 3336 Curriculum Design and Instruction: 3.0

Middle Childhood Education

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EDU 3356 Methodologies of Teaching: Middle Childhood 3.0

Education

The Extension (grades five and six) prepares students in Adolescence Education who complete an approved Major that includes

thirty hours of study in a subject to teach that subject in grades five and six.

Note: Adolescence Education students pursuing an Extension will need to pass the Educating All Students Test (EAS), the

Education Teacher Performance Assessment (edTPA), and the Content Specialty Test (CST) in their content core.

This Extension requires one of the following majors:

Certificate Extension Required Major

(for required coursework in approved majors,

see the specific major listed in this Catalog)

Biology 5 - 6 Ext. Biology

Chemistry 5 - 6 Ext. Chemistry

English Language Arts 5 - 6 Ext. English Literature

Mathematics 5 - 6 Ext. Mathematics

Social Studies 5 - 6 Ext. Social Studies

Visual Arts (Art Education) (All Grades):

credits

Required Courses:

EDU 1010 Foundations of Education 3.0

PSY 1010 Introductory Psychology 3.0

PSY 2060 Child and Adolescent Psychology 3.0

EDU 2020 Teaching Students with Disabilities in the Inclusive 3.0

Classroom (co-requisite with EDU 2621)

EDU 2621 Practicum in Teaching Students with Disabilities in 1.0

the Inclusive Classroom (co-requisite with

EDU 2020)

EDU 3338 Curriculum Design and Instruction: Visual Arts 3.0

(WRT course)

EDU 3358 Methodologies of Teaching: Visual 3.0

(co-requisite with EDU 3658)

One of the following two literacy courses:

EDU 3345 Literacy Acquisition and Development for

Preschool and Elementary School Learners

(co-requisite with EDU 3645)

EDU 3645 Practicum in Literacy Education: Childhood Education

(co-requisite with EDU 3345)

or 3.0

EDU 3347 Content Area Literacy in the Middle Schools

(co-requisite with EDU 3647)

EDU 3647 Practicum in Literacy Education: Adolescence Education

(co-requisite with EDU 3347)

EDU 3658 Practicum in Methodologies of Teaching: Visual Arts 1.0

(co-requisite with EDU 3358)

EDU 4440 Student Teaching and Seminar: Visual Arts Education 15.0

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Additional Requi

rements for Certification:

To better ensure that all students fulfill their responsibilities, they must contact Elmira College’s Teacher Education

Department for:

1. Current information regarding their specific teacher education program;

2. Language-Other-Than-English (LOTE) requirements (6 college credits) or equivalent;

3. Information for taking the mandatory New York State Teacher Certification Examinations. All students seeking

Visual Arts: All Grades initial certification, will be required to take three separate examinations: the

Educating All

Students Test (EAS),

the

Education

Teacher Performance Assessment (edTPA),

and the

Content Specialty Test (CST)

. It should

be noted that all students will take the edTPA during their Student Teaching experience in their senior (fourth) year;

4. Forms, the Teacher Education Program Application, the Student Teaching Application, requirements, procedures,

policy statements, application deadlines, and so forth; and

5. Other requirements, such as required GPA for acceptance into the Teacher Education Program and Student Teaching

(an overall GPA of 3.000 is required) or changes in the New York State Teacher Certification requirements. No waivers

or exceptions are granted.

Visual Arts Education students must also complete the Art courses listed below:

credits

ART 1210 Drawing I 3.0

ART 1220 Painting I 3.0

ART 1360 Sculpture I 3.0

ARH 2100 Introduction to Art History: Prehistoric to Gothic 3.0

ARH 2101 Introduction to Art History: Renaissance to Modern 3.0

ARH 3163 Contemporary Art 3.0

Electives: Additional electives, including at least 6 credits at

the 3000 level or above selected from:

Art History 3.0

Painting 3.0

Sculpture 3.0

Ceramics 3.0

Printmaking 3.0

Media (photography, video art, computer 6.0

assisted art)

Studio Art Specialization 6.0

Listing of Approved Concentrations for Childhood Special Education and Childhood Education:

Biology Concentration:

credits

Required Courses:

BIO 1020 General Biology I 3.0

BIO 1020L General Biology Laboratory I 1.0

BIO 1022 General Biology II 3.0

BIO 1022L General Biology Laboratory II 1.0

BIO 2050 General Botany 4.0

BIO 2050L General Botany Laboratory 0.0

BIO 3050 Microbiology 3.0

BIO 3050L Microbiology Laboratory 1.0

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credits

BIO 3120 Ecology 3.0

BIO 3120L Ecology Laboratory 1.0

BIO 2121 Plant Ecology 4.0

BIO 4605 Evolution 3.0

CHE 1010 Introductory Chemistry 4.0

CHE 1010L Introductory Chemistry Laboratory 0.0

CHE 1505 General Chemistry I 3.0

CHE 1505L General Chemistry I Laboratory 1.0

Total credits for required courses: 27.0

Electives:

4.0-6.0

BIO 1210 Anatomy and Physiology I 4.0

BIO 1210L Anatomy and Physiology I Lab 0.0

BIO 1902 Field Biology 6.0

BIO 1909 Field Botany 6.0

BIO-PSY 2141 Animal Behavior 4.0

NSC 1902 Marine and Island Ecology 6.0

Total credits required to complete Biology concentration: 31.0-33.0

English Literature Concentration:

credits

Electives: Introductory English Elective 3.0

(Any 1000 level ENG course)

Any one of: 3.0

ENG-FAR 2010 The Craft of Writing Fiction

ENG-FAR 2015 The Craft of Writing Poetry

ENG-FAR 2025 The Craft of Creative Non-Fiction

Any one of: 3.0

ENG 2042 American Literature: Beginning to the Civil War

ENG 2043 American Literature: Civil War to 1945

ENG 2044 American Literature: 1945 to Present

Either:

ENG 2210 English Literature Before 1800

or 3.0

ENG 2220 English Literature After 1800

ENG 4590 Senior Seminar: The Literary Canon 3.0

Electives: Additional English Electives at 2000 level or above 15.0

(At least 9 credits at 3000 level or above.)

Total credits required to complete English Literature concentration: 30.0

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Mathematics Concentration:

credits

Required Courses:

Either:

MAT 1090 Pre-Calculus 4.0

MAT 2010 Calculus I 4.0

MAT 2010L Calculus I Lab 0.0

MAT 2003 Mathematical History: Ancient to Medieval 3.0

MAT 2009 Mathematical History: Renaissance to Modern 3.0

MAT 2090 Statistical Methods 4.0

MAT 2100 Discrete Mathematics 4.0

MAT 3260 Introduction to Classical and Modern Geometry 3.0

MAT 3005 Graph Theory and Discrete Models

or 3.0

MAT 3650

Introduction to Combinatorics

Total credits for required courses: 24.0

Electives: Students will select any one of the following course groupings:

Either:

BIO 1020 General Biology I

BIO 1020L General Biology Laboratory I

BIO 1022 General Biology II

BIO 1022L General Biology Laboratory II

or 8.0

CHE 1505 General Chemistry I and

CHE 1505L General Chemistry I Lab

CHE 1515 General Chemistry II and

CHE 1515L General Chemistry II Lab

or 8.0

PHY 2200

Principles of Physics I

and

PHY 2210

Principles of Physics II

or 8.0

CHE 1010 Introductory Chemistry and

PHY 1030 The World of Physics

Total credits for electives: 8.0-11.0

Either:

ECO 2010 Principles of Microeconomics

or 3.0

ECO 2020 Principles of Macroeconomics

Total credits required to complete Mathematics concentration: 35.0-38.0

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Social Studies Concentration:

credits

Required Courses:

Nine credits in courses in American History:

HIS 1400 United States History I Through 1877 3.0

HIS 1401 United States History II 1865 to Present 3.0

One 3000 level American History course* 3.0

Six credits in courses in European History:

HIS 1500 European History I

or 3.0

HIS 1501 European History II

One 3000 level European History course* 3.0

Six credits in courses in Non-Western History:

HIS 1600 Asian History I

or 3.0

HIS 1601 Asian History II

One 3000 level Non-Western History course* 3.0

*Must take one 3000 level WRT course.

Nine credits in courses in Social Sciences:

PSC 1040 American Government and Politics 3.0

SOC-SSC 1492 Introduction to Geography 3.0

One of the following: 3.0

ANT 1040 Cultural Anthropology

ANT 2170 Ancient Mesoamerica

ANT 2185 Peoples of Latin America

ANT-SOC 3250 The Culture of Global Capitalism

Total credits required to complete Social Sciences concentration: 30.0

*Must take one 3000 level WRT course.

Education Course Descriptions

New York State Learning Standards are embedded in all Teacher Education courses.

EDU 0101 Child Abuse Identification and Reporting 0 credits

Non-credit Workshop. Each course participant completes two hours of course work and training in the area of identification and reporting

of suspected child abuse in accordance with Sections 3003(4) and 3004 of New York’s Education Law. Course content includes: identifying

children at risk, identifying indicators of abuse, and reporting procedures and the implications of not filing a report when it is necessary. Two

clock hours required.

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EDU 0200 Safe Schools Against Violence in Education 0 credits

Non-credit Workshop. Each course participant completes a two hour school violence prevention training session in accordance with Section

3004 of New York’s Education Law. Course content includes: the SAVE legislation and its impact on schools, promising education strategies,

and techniques for identifying and assisting troubled or potentially violent students. Two clock hours required.

EDU 0301 Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention 0 credits

Non-credit Workshop. This workshop presents key elements of drug abuse and prevention curricula. Topics include identification,

prevention, intervention, and disciplinary measures. Satisfies Section 804 of New York’s Education Law. Two clock hours required.

EDU 0401 Safety and Fire and Arson Prevention 0 credits

Non-credit Workshop. This workshop in Safety and Fire and Arson Prevention details strategies for protecting life and property against loss

or damage. Additionally, information on highway and bicycle safety and traffic regulations is presented. Fulfills Sections 806 and 808 of New

York’s Education Law. One and one-half clock hours required.

EDU 0501 Child Abduction Prevention 0 credits

Non-credit Workshop. This workshop provides instruction in child abduction prevention. Age level, developmental needs and abilities of

pupils are considered in the content presented. Fulfills Section 803-a of New York’s Education Law. One clock hour required.

EDU 0701 Health and Safety Education 0 credits

Non-credit Workshop, Health, Physical Education, and Family and Consumer Sciences Training. Participants in this workshop examine

various methods to include the New York State Standards and regulations as they pertain to Personal Health, Safety Education, HIV, AIDS,

and Communicable Diseases. Fulfills New York State Health, Physical Education, and Family and Consumer Sciences Learning Standards

One and Two.

EDU 0801 Dignity For All Students 0 credits

Non-credit Workshop. During the Dignity for All Students training, pre-service teachers will gain an understanding of the social patterns of

harassment, bullying and discrimination. Additionally, they will learn about marginalization and mircoaggressions, including but not limited

to those acts based on a person’s actual or perceived race, color, weight, national origin, ethnic group, religion, religious practice, disability,

sexual orientation, gender, or sex as defined under Article 2, Section 11 of New York State’s Education Law.

EDU 1010 Foundations of Education 3 credits

This course provides the philosophical and historical context for the rights and responsibilities of and influences on teachers, other

professional staff, students, parents, community members and school administrators. Work in this course focuses on the interrelationship of

these roles and the way they enhance student growth and development through the learning process. Models of instruction, curriculum

designs, New York State Learning and Common Core Standards, and assessment devices will be analyzed. A variety of educational topics will

be explored in order to assist students to think about the future of education in a diverse, multicultural, and global community. Distribution

Requirement: WEP.

EDU 2020 Teaching Students with Disabilities in the Inclusive Classroom 3 credits

This course provides teacher education candidates with a background in special education in order to develop the skills necessary to provide

instruction that promotes the participation and progress of students with disabilities in the general education curriculum. The fundamentals

of special education are reviewed, including special education laws and regulations, the knowledge and skills to work collaboratively with

special education teachers and other supportive colleagues, and all categories of students with disabilities and special learning needs.

Candidates also examine effective inclusive classroom strategies and tools such as differentiated instruction, behavior management,

maximizing academic engagement time, and types of assessments and modifications. Additionally, they study the challenges posed by specific

content area curriculum and develop the appropriate accommodations and modifications to insure classroom success. Candidates examine

the impact that State and National Standards have on the inclusive classroom curriculum. Prerequisites: EDU 1010 and PSY 1010. Co-

requisite with EDU 2621.

EDU 2222 Creating Inclusive Learning Environments 3 credits

Pre-service teacher candidates examine principles of behavior and classroom management of students with disabilities. The course teaches

candidates how to design positive behavioral supports, functional behavioral assessments, social skills training, and proactive, problem-solving

techniques for all learners. Also, candidates learn how to communicate and collaborate with staff, family, and community partners.

Prerequisites: EDU 1010, PSY 1010, and EDU 2020, and Sophomore standing.

EDU-SSC 2300 Historical and Contemporary Context of 3 credits

American Education for Indigenous Peoples

An exploration of the major historical influences on the contemporary context of education for Indigenous peoples in the United States.

Distribution Requirement: NWP. Note: Approved course fee due to some travel to communities that will be required.

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EDU-NSG 2400 Introduction to Research 3 credits

This course provides students from a variety of majors with the ability to evaluate published research within their discipline. It also allows

students the opportunity to work with students from multiple majors promoting interdisciplinary collaboration. It covers the information

necessary for critically examining research and integrating various sources of evidence from research results. Prerequisite: Math Competency.

EDU 2600 Arts-Infused Learning 3 credits

An examination of the arts as an expression of learning both inside and outside the classroom.

EDU 2621 Practicum in Teaching Students with Disabilities 1 credit

in the Inclusive Classroom

A college-supervised field experience with a minimum of thirty-four hours in an inclusive education setting for students with disabilities in

conjunction with EDU 2020. Co-requisite with EDU 2020. Graded on pass-fail basis.

EDU 3331 Curriculum Design and Instruction in Childhood 3 credits

Special Education: Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, and the Arts

In this course, pre-service teacher candidates apply learning theories and evidence-based methods to design, organize, deliver, and adapt

instruction and to promote enrichment and remediation in mathematics, science, social studies, and the arts for students with disabilities in

grades one through six. Emphasis is placed on designing effective instructional programs and accommodating students with disabilities.

Candidates use New York State’s Learning and Common Core Standards and the Next Generation Science Standards to design alternative

instructional strategies and techniques. Additionally, candidates use research and writing process skills (e.g., prewriting, writing, revising, and

editing) to develop written individual educational plans (IEPs), instructional goals and objectives, lesson plans, and learning segments.

Prerequisites: EDU 1010, EDU 2020, EDU 2222, and PSY 2060. Co-requisite with EDU 3631. Fulfills WRT-Course Requirement.

EDU 3335 Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment in 3 credits

Childhood Education: Social Studies and the Arts

In this course, pre-service teachers apply learning theories to designing curriculum that aligns with State Learning and Common Core

Standards and developing lessons for childhood learners of all needs and abilities in elementary school subject areas. Emphasis is on designing,

organizing, planning, and assessing curriculum as it applies to instructional techniques in childhood classrooms. Prerequisites: Junior class

standing and EDU 2020. Fulfills WRT-Course Requirement.

EDU 3336 Curriculum Design and Instruction: 3 credits

Middle Childhood Education

This course provides instruction in applying learning theories to designing curriculum in the students’ certification areas. Emphasis is placed

on developing curriculum in grades five through nine that aligns with State Learning and Common Core Standards. Prerequisites: Junior

class standing and EDU 2020. Fulfills WRT-Course Requirement.

EDU 3337 Curriculum Design and Instruction: Adolescence Education 3 credits

This course provides instruction in applying learning theories to designing curriculum in the students’ certification areas. Emphasis is placed

on developing curriculum in grades seven through twelve that aligns with State Learning and Common Core Standards. Prerequisites: Junior

class standing and EDU 2020. Fulfills WRT-Course Requirement.

EDU 3338 Curriculum Design and Instruction: Visual Arts 3 credits

This course introduces students to the concepts, methods, and practices of designing curriculum in the visual arts that aligns with State

Learning and Common Core Standards. Students explore historical and contemporary issues relevant to building instructional frameworks

in the arts for kindergarten through grade twelve. Students demonstrate the knowledge and creativity essential to developing units, lessons,

visuals and assessments in the arts. Prerequisites: Junior class standing and EDU 2020. Fulfills WRT-Course Requirement.

EDU 3345 Literacy Acquisition and Development for Preschool 3 credits

and Elementary School Learners

This course provides prospective teachers with the principles and practices for teaching literacy acquisition and development to all children

in preschool through grade three based on State Learning and Common Core Standards. Emphasis is placed on assisting young students to

use listening, speaking, reading, and writing for acquiring information, developing understandings, constructing literary responses, creating

literary expressions, conducting critical analyses, carrying out assessments, and developing social interactions. Prerequisites: Junior class

standing and EDU 2020, for Speech and Language Disabilities majors only, Junior class standing, and CSD 2250. Co-requisite with EDU

3645.

EDU 3347 Content Area Literacy in the Middle Schools 3 credits

Prospective teachers examine curriculum and instructional theories of and practices in acquiring and developing literacy in grades five through

eight based on State Learning and Common Core Standards. The major focus is on assisting all students to use listening, speaking, reading,

and writing for acquiring information, developing understandings, constructing literary responses, creating literary expressions, conducting

critical analyses, performing evaluations, and developing social interactions. Prerequisites: Junior class standing and EDU 2020. Co-requisite

with EDU 3647.

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EDU-SSC 3350 Historical and Contemporary Context of 3 credits

American Education for Indigenous Peoples

An exploration of the major historical influences on the contemporary context of education for Indigenous peoples in the United States.

Distribution Requirement: NWP. Note: Approved course fee due to some travel to communities that will be required.

EDU 3351 Assessing Students With Disabilities: Childhood Special Education 3 credits

In this course, pre-service teacher candidates learn and apply skills in developing, implementing, and interpreting alternative and adaptive

assessment techniques and strategies for students with disabilities, including students with autism, in grades one through six. Additionally,

candidates carefully select appropriate formal and informal testing materials to assess, diagnose, and correct learning problems.

Prerequisites: EDU 1010, EDU 2020, EDU 2222, and PSY 2060.

EDU 3355 Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment in Childhood 3 credits

Education: Mathematics, Science, and Technology

This course enables students to develop knowledge and skills in the methods of teaching math, science, and technology to elementary

school children in grades one through six. Students plan, implement, and assess mathematics and science lessons that emphasize hands-on

inquiry experiments and problem solving strategies that are based on State, Common Core, and National Standards. Students integrate

appropriate technology in their instructional practices and improve their knowledge of both math and science content and processes by

applying these concepts to teaching. Prerequisites: Junior class standing, EDU 3335 and EDU 3345. Co-requisite with EDU 3655.

EDU 3356 Methodologies of Teaching: Middle Childhood Education 3 credits

This course focuses on methods of instruction used in middle school classrooms. Emphasis is on designing, developing, implementing, and

assessing lessons based on State Learning and Common Core Standards. Students study and apply these instructional practices in-depth to

their respective content area. Prerequisites: Junior class standing, EDU 3335 and EDU 3345; or Junior class standing, EDU 3336 and

EDU 3347; or Junior class standing, EDU 3337 and 3347.

EDU 3357 Methodologies of Teaching: Adolescence Education 3 credits

This course focuses on methods of instruction used in Adolescent classrooms. Emphasis is on designing, developing, implementing, and

assessing lessons based on State Learning and Common Core Standards. Students study and apply these instructional practices in-depth to

their respective content area. Prerequisites: Junior class standing, EDU 3337 and EDU 3347. Co-requisite with EDU 3657.

EDU 3358 Methodologies of Teaching: Visual Arts 3 credits

The course consists of demonstrations of studio projects designed around the following art concepts: line, shape and form, texture, value,

color, space and depth, and composition. The course addresses the integration of art into the curriculum based on State Learning and

Common Core Standards and is aimed at art teachers, elementary school teachers, and those in other fields. Prerequisite: EDU 3338 and

Co-requisite with EDU 3658.

EDU 3360 Family, Community, and School 1 credit

Relationships in Indigenous Communities

An investigation into creating responsible-responsive relationships between families, communities, and schools rooted in Indigenous

epistemologies, and perspectives of community and education.

EDU 3365 Teaching Literacy in the Elementary Schools 3 credits

Prospective teachers examine curriculum and instructional theories of and practices in acquiring and developing literacy in grades four

through six based on State Learning and Common Core Standards. The major focus is on assisting all students to use listening, speaking,

reading, and writing for acquiring information, developing understandings, constructing literary responses, creating literary expressions,

conducting critical analyses, performing evaluations, and developing social interactions. Prerequisites: Junior class standing, EDU 3335 and

EDU 3345.

EDU 3367 Content Area Literacy in the Secondary Schools 3 credits

Pre-service teachers seeking Adolescence Education certification examine literacy instruction in grades nine through twelve based on State

Learning and Common Core Standards. Emphasis is placed on incorporating reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills across the

curriculum. Further, preservice teachers interface New York State Standards with methods of assessment and instruction to strengthen content

area literacy skills. Prerequisites: Junior class standing, EDU 2020 and EDU 3347.

EDU 3631 Practicum in Curriculum Design and Instruction in 1 credit

Childhood Special Education: Mathematics, Science,

Social Studies, and the Arts

A college-supervised field experience with a minimum of thirty-four hours in a childhood-level special education classroom setting

in conjunction with EDU 3331. Co-requisite with EDU 3331. Graded on pass-fail basis.

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EDU 3645 Practicum in Literacy Education: Childhood Education 1 credit

A college-supervised field experience with a minimum of thirty-four hours in an elementary school setting in conjunction with EDU 3345.

Co-requisite with EDU 3345. Graded on pass-fail basis.

EDU 3647 Practicum in Literacy Education: Adolescence Education 1 credit

A college-supervised field experience with a minimum of thirty-four hours in a middle-high school setting in conjunction with EDU 3347.

Co-requisite with EDU 3347. Graded on pass-fail basis.

EDU 3655 Practicum in Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment in 1 credit

Mathematics, Science and Technology: Childhood Education

A college-supervised field experience with a minimum of thirty-four hours in an elementary setting in conjunction with EDU 3355.

Co-requisite with EDU 3355. Graded on pass-fail basis.

EDU 3657 Practicum in Methodologies of Teaching in Adolescence Education 1 credit

A college-supervised field experience with a minimum of thirty-four hours in an adolescence education setting in conjunction with

EDU 3357. Co-requisite with EDU 3357. Graded on pass-fail basis.

EDU 3658 Practicum in Methodologies of Teaching: Visual Arts 1 credit

A college-supervised field experience with a minimum of thirty-four hours in a Visual Arts K-12 educational setting in conjunction with EDU

3358. Co-requisite with EDU 3358.

EDU 4410 Student Teaching and Seminar: Childhood Education 15 credits

Capstone student teaching experience for Childhood Education majors in which pre-service teachers work within an educational setting

serving students in grades one through six. Students are mentored by a cooperating teacher in their certification area and an Elmira College

student teaching supervisor during this fourteen week placement. Prerequisites: Senior standing, EDU 3355, EDU 3365, and 3.0 GPA.

EDU 4420 Student Teaching and Seminar: Childhood Special Education 15 credits

Capstone student teaching experience for Childhood Special Education majors in which pre-service teachers work within an educational

setting serving students receiving special education services in grades one through six. Students are mentored by a cooperating teacher in

their certification area and an Elmira College student teaching supervisor during this fourteen week placement. Prerequisites: Senior standing,

EDU 3351, EDU 3365, and 3.0 GPA.

EDU 4430 Student Teaching and Seminar: Adolescence Education 15 credits

Capstone student teaching experience for Adolescence Education majors in which pre-service teachers work within an educational setting

serving students in grades one through six. Students are mentored by a cooperating teacher in their certification area and an Elmira College

student teaching supervisor during this fourteen week placement. Prerequisites: Senior standing, EDU 3357, EDU 3367, and

3.0 GPA.

EDU 4440 Student Teaching and Seminar: Visual Arts Education 15 credits

Capstone student teaching experience for Visual Arts majors in which pre-service teachers work within an educational setting serving students

in grades one through twelve. Students are mentored by a cooperating teacher in their certification area and an Elmira College student

teaching supervisor during this fourteen week placement. Prerequisites: Senior standing, EDU 3358, and 3.0 GPA.

Educational Studies Major (Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science)

A major in Educational Studies requires the completion of one of the academic majors approved for teacher

certification or in the case of Childhood Education, either an approved major or an approved academic

concentration. Students must also complete the professional Education courses in one of the certification areas (e.g.,

Childhood) as listed below. Included in the professional courses is a 6 credit hour internship. The Teacher

Education Department in conjunction with Career Services will determine appropriateness of the 6 credit hour

internship. Guidelines for Career-Related Internships will be used.

credits

Required Professional Courses:

EDU 1010 Foundations of Education 3.0

PSY 1010 Introductory Psychology 3.0

PSY 2060 Child and Adolescent Psychology 3.0

PED 1162 Physical Education for the Classroom Teacher 1.5

EDU 2020 Teaching Students with Disabilities in the Inclusive 3.0

Classroom (co-requisite with EDU 2621)

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credits

EDU 2621 Practicum in Teaching Students with Disabilities in 1.0

the Inclusive Classroom (co-requisite with EDU 2020)

One of the following:

EDU 3335 Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment in

Childhood Education: Social Studies and the Arts (WRT course)

EDU 3336 Curriculum Design and Instruction:

Middle Childhood Education (WRT course)

or 3.0

EDU 3337 Curriculum Design and Instruction:

Adolescence Education (WRT course)

EDU 3338 Curriculum Design and Instruction: Visual Arts (WRT course)

One of the following 7 credit Literacy options:

EDU 3345 Literacy Acquisition and Development for

Preschool and Elementary School Learners

(co-requisite with EDU 3645)

EDU 3645 Practicum in Literacy Education: Childhood Education

(co-requisite with EDU 3345)

EDU 3365 Teaching Literacy in the Elementary Schools

or 7.0

EDU 3347 Content Area Literacy in the Middle Schools

(co-requisite with EDU 3647)

EDU 3647 Practicum in Literacy Education: Adolescence Education

(co-requisite with EDU 3347)

EDU 3367 Content Area Literacy in the Secondary Schools

One of the following Methodologies of Teaching sequences:

EDU 3355 Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment in

Childhood Education: Mathematics, Technology and Science

(co-requisite with EDU 3655)

EDU 3655 Practicum in Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment in

Mathematics, Science and Technology: Childhood Education

(co-requisite with EDU 3355)

or 3.0-4.0

EDU 3356 Methodologies of Teaching: Middle Childhood Education

EDU 3357 Methodologies of Teaching: Adolescence Education

(co-requisite with EDU 3657)

EDU 3657 Practicum in Methodologies of Teaching in Adolescence Education

(co-requisite with EDU 3357)

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credits

EDU 3358 Methodologies of Teaching: Visual Arts

(co-requisite with EDU 3658)

EDU 3658 Practicum in Methodologies of Teaching: Visual Arts

(co-requisite with EDU 3358)

FEX 4525 Career-Related Internship 6.0

Total credits required to complete major: 33.5-34.5

English Literature (Bachelor of Arts)

credits

Electives: Introductory English Elective 3.0

(Any 1000 level ENG course)

Either:

ENG 2210 English Literature Before 1800

or 3.0

ENG 2220 English Literature After 1800

Any one of: 3.0

ENG 2042 American Literature: Beginnings to the Civil War

ENG 2043 American Literature: Civil War to 1945

ENG 2044 American Literature: 1945 to Present

Any one of: 3.0

ENG-FAR 2010 The Craft of Writing Fiction

ENG-FAR 2015 The Craft of Writing Poetry

ENG-FAR 2025 The Craft of Creative Non-Fiction

ENG 4590 Senior Seminar: The Literary Canon (WRT course) 3.0

Electives: Additional English Electives 21.0

(At least 12 credits need to be at 3000 level or above)

Total credits required to complete English major: 36.0

English Literature (Minor)

credits

Electives: Introductory English Elective 3.0

(Any 1000 level ENG course)

Any one of: 3.0

ENG-FAR 2010 The Craft of Writing Fiction

ENG-FAR 2015 The Craft of Writing Poetry

ENG-FAR 2025 The Craft of Creative Non-Fiction

Either:

ENG 2210 English Literature Before 1800

or 3.0

ENG 2220 English Literature After 1800

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credits

Any one of: 3.0

ENG 2042 American Literature: Beginnings to the Civil War

ENG 2043 American Literature: Civil War to 1945

ENG 2044 American Literature: 1945 to Present

Electives: Minor electives chosen from courses in English 9.0

(ENG) including one course at or above the 3000 level.

ENG 1050 and ENG 1051 are excluded from the elective courses.

ENG 4590 may be taken as of these courses.

Total credits required to complete English minor: 21.0

English Literature Course Descriptions

ENG 1028 Magic Realism 3 credits

An introduction to the contemporary international community of writers and filmmakers who integrate supernatural elements from comic

books, popular genre fiction, and movie franchises with the activist ethos of social realism and naturalism. Distribution Requirements: GLP

ENG 1075 Introduction to Literature 3 credits

A course designed to introduce students to the principal genres of imaginative literature: fiction, poetry, and drama, as well as to a variety of

technical concepts and skills of literary study. Emphasis is on reading and discussing selected, representative short stories, poems, and plays,

and then on writing critical essays about them. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

ENG 1102 The American Short Story 3 credits

A study of the American short story from Hawthorne and Poe to the present. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

ENG-MCD-SPC 1111 Media Studies 3 credits

Offers both a broad survey of the history of mass media and an introduction to methods of analysis associated with Cultural and Media

Studies.

ENG-WMS 1120 LGBTQ Stories 3 credits

An exploration of nonconformity through quasi-autobiographical LGBTQ fiction.

ENG 1150 World Science Fiction and Globalization 3 credits

This course offers an intensive comparative study of the science fiction genre in a global context. It looks at the most accomplished examples

of the genre as a unique form of imaginative writing that draws on science and the modes of realism and fantasy to examine the global impact

of modernity, out of which it was born. All readings are in English (originally or in translation). Distribution Requirement: GLP.

ENG-AMS 1300 Presidential Campaigns and Political Media 3 credits

Investigating the modern presidential campaign (1960-2020) through print, broadcast, cable, and internet coverage. Distribution

Requirement: WEP.

ENG-MCD 1350 The American Comic Tradition 3 credits

Centers comics as both artists and entrepreneurs within a distinctly American cultural tradition, which is inextricable from national

infrastructure and ideology. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

ENG-LAL-PHR 1450 The Arts of Persuasion in Daily Life 3 credits

Surveys diverse rhetorical traditions throughout European and North American history with an emphasis on how historical theories of

persuasion relate to contemporary life. Authors studied include Isocrates, Aristotle, Aphthonius, Quintilian, Christine de Pizan, Gloria

Anzaldúa, and Malea Powell.

ENG 1600 Writing Seminar 3 credits

An intermediate course designed to provide students with further experience and practice in writing beyond the level of College Composition.

Students will work to improve their command of the principles of grammar, style, and essay organization while they study a variety of

expository and argumentative forms. Prerequisite: WRT 1030 or its equivalent. Fulfills WRT-Course Requirement.

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ENG-AMS-MCD 1650 HBO, From Pulp to Prestige 3 credits

Treats the premium television network founded in 1972 as a synecdoche – a representative artifact – the study of which reveals the cultural,

economic, and political patterns of U.S. mass media during the past half-century.

ENG 2007 Literary Genres: The Gothic and the Grotesque 3 credits

This course explores the distinction between the gothic and the grotesque in literature, film and criticism. It is focused on the themes of

psychology, gender and sexuality. Emphasis will be on the short story. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

ENG-FAR 2010 The Craft of Writing Fiction 3 credits

A study of various techniques required to write convincing and significant fiction through workshop methods.

ENG-FAR 2015 The Craft of Writing Poetry 3 credits

An examination of poetic structures and an introduction to the writing of poetry through workshop methods.

ENG-FAR 2025 The Craft of Creative Non-Fiction 3 credits

This is a writing course focusing on current forms of “creative” essay writing through workshop methods.

ENG 2042 American Literature: Beginnings to the Civil War 3 credits

This course introduces students to American literature beginning with the oral traditions of Native American peoples and ending with the

shift toward a distinctive American literature in the years immediately preceding the Civil War. It offers a survey of major movements and

authors. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

ENG 2043 American Literature: Civil War to 1945 3 credits

This course introduces students to American literature written between the years 1860 and 1945. It covers the range of literary movements

that took shape during the second half of the nineteenth century and follows the shifts in those movements into and during the first half of

the twentieth century. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

ENG 2044 American Literature: 1945 to Present 3 credits

This course introduces students to American literature written between the years 1945 and the present. It covers the range of literary

movements that took shape during the second half of the twentieth century and early twenty-first century. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

ENG 2045 Transatlantic Literature 3 credits

Examines American, British, African, and Caribbean literary networks across the Atlantic Ocean. Distribution Requirement: GLP.

ENG-FAR 2180 Expository Writing 3 credits

Designed to help students organize and develop and subject thoughts to analysis and to demonstrate methods of organization which will lead

to concrete, concise, and logical writing. This course is taught through workshop methods.

ENG 2210 English Literature Before 1800 3 credits

This courses surveys significant developments in the history of English literature, from the Middle Ages through the eighteenth century. It

includes the literature of the Anglo-Saxon period, the Renaissance and the Enlightenment. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

ENG 2220 English Literature After 1800 3 credits

This courses surveys significant developments in the history of English literature, from the nineteenth century to the present. It includes the

literature of the Romantic period, the Victorian period and Modernism. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

ENG 2250 Shakespeare 3 credits

An investigation into Shakespeare’s dramaturgy including comedies, tragedies, history plays and romances in which we will study structural

aspects (plot, characterization, themes, language devices, etc.) of Shakespeare’s plays as well as the milieu of Elizabethan England that fosters

such activity. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

ENG 2260 Shakespeare and His Contemporaries 3 credits

A study of Shakespeare’s major tragedies as well as one or more works of other great Elizabethan tragedians in an effort to understand what

constitutes dramatic tragedy in the age of Elizabethan and Jacobean Dramatists. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

ENG 2270 Shakespeare and His Adaptations 3 credits

Explore the ongoing influence of William Shakespeare through contemporary novels and films based upon his plays. Distribution

Requirement: WEP.

ENG 2300 African-American Literature: A Survey 3 credits

A survey of African-American literature that spans the period from the early Colonial era to the present. Readings will chart the evolution of

a distinct African-American literary tradition giving special attention the nineteenth century slave narratives and abolitionist narratives, late

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nineteenth and early twentieth century narrative and poetry that explore the question of identity, and mid-twentieth century narratives that

run through the Civil Rights movement. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

ENG-PHR 2310 After Empire: Postcolonial Theory and Literature 3 credits

One of the characteristic features of the modern period is the expropriation of wealth from poorer nations by wealthier ones. The course

surveys various attempts in literature and theory to make sense of this process. Distribution Requirement: GLP.

ENG 2400 Twentieth Century American Confessional Poetry 3 credits

In this course, we explore mid-century American Confessionalism, including the lives and poetry of Robert Lowell, Sylvia Plath, Anne Sexton,

John Berryman. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

ENG-PHR 2430 Rhetorical Economics 3 credits

An introduction to influential writing by economists from the eighteenth century to the present, including Adam Smith, John Stuart Mill,

John Maynard Keynes, and Milton Friedman. Readings represent efforts by economists to persuade the public about the nature and

importance of their profession and the conflicting worldviews within it.

ENG-WMS 2450 The Brontë Sisters 3 credits

An introduction to the groundbreaking work of three British women writers: Charlotte, Emily and Anne Brontë. Focus on their novels,

including Jane Eyre, Wuthering Heights and Agnes Grey. The course emphasizes close reading and situating the novels in their nineteenth-

century contexts. It pays particular attention to gender and women’s experience. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

ENG-WMS 2460 Jane Austen 3 credits

This course is an introduction to the influential work of Jane Austen. It focuses on her novels, including Pride and Prejudice, Emma and

Persuasion. The course emphasizes close reading and situating the novels in their eighteenth- and nineteenth-century contexts. It pays

particular attention to gender and women’s experience. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

ENG 2510

British Multicultural Fiction 3 credits

A study of contemporary British writers of African, Asian and Caribbean descent, in the historical context of the decolonization of the

British Empire after World War II and the subsequent waves of immigration that have made modern-day Britain a racially and ethnically

diverse country. Distribution Requirement: GLP.

ENG-AMS- Race and American Identity 3 credits

HIS 3000

A study of the way in which race has influenced the question of American identity. Prerequisite: One previous course in History, American

Studies or English. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

ENG-FAR 3015 Advanced Creative Writing 3 credits

This is an advanced workshop in strategies, techniques and the art of writing fiction and poetry, including in-depth discussions of

contemporary fiction and poetry, developments and movements in creative writing as an art, and current trends in theories and schools of

fiction and poetry. Prerequisites: ENG 2010 or ENG 2015 or ENG 2025.

ENG 3023 American Modernism 3 credits

A detailed study of works of prose and poetry authored by Americans, including expatriates, associated with the historical, formal, and

ideological characteristics of Literary Modernism.

ENG-AMS- Nature and the American Imagination 3 credits

HIS 3025

A study of the intellectual and cultural responses to nature from the colonial period to the present, focusing on arts, literature, and philosophy.

Distribution Requirement: WEP.

ENG 3035 Mark Twain, Cosmopolitan and Contrarian 3 credits

An overview of life and works of Elmira’s most renowned resident, focusing on works through which Twain antagonized the conventions of

his time and depicted encounters with unfamiliar cultures. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

ENG 3070 Nineteenth Century British Novel 3 credits

A study of the development of the English novel from the late eighteenth century to the early twentieth century. Will exam the novel in the

contexts of the Romantic, Victorian and Modernist periods, noting how these historical contexts shape and inform the novel. Three particular

contexts will include industrialism imperialism, and evolution. Authors include Mary Shelley, Charles Dickens, George Eliot, Thomas Hardy,

and D. H. Lawrence. Fulfills WRT-Course. Distribution Requirements: WRT and WEP.

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ENG 3073 Modern British Novel 3 credits

This course studies works by six major modern British novelists- - E.M. Forster, Joseph Conrad, Ford Madox Ford, James Joyce, Virginia

Woolf, and D.H. Lawrence as well as the radical re-definition of the novel undertaken by many writers of prose fiction in the early part of the

twentieth century. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

ENG-WMS 3075 Twentieth Century British Women Writers 3 credits

A study of selected writings by twentieth century British women authors, with attention to prominent themes, contemporary theoretical

issues, literary techniques and genres, and relevant cultural and historical contexts. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

ENG 3094 Contemporary American Poetry 3 credits

A detailed study of the works of several recent major American poets, representing a variety of poetic styles and trends. Prerequisite: Any of

ENG 2020, ENG 2021, ENG 2022, ENG 2042, ENG 2043 or ENG 2044. Fulfills WRT-Course Requirement. Distribution Requirement:

WEP.

ENG 3096 Contemporary British Fiction 3 credits

A study of selected works of British fiction since 1945, with attention to prominent themes, literary techniques and genres, contemporary

theoretical issues, and relevant cultural and historical contexts. Prerequisite: Any 2000-level English course. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

ENG-LAL- History of Literary Criticism and Theory 3 credits

PHR 3319

An introduction to the history of literary theory and criticism, beginning with the classical approaches of Plato and Aristotle, and an

introduction to modern literary theory, covering influential approaches to reading and thinking about literature. Prerequisite: Any of ENG

2020, ENG 2021, ENG 2022, ENG 2042, ENG 2043 or ENG 2044. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

ENG-MCD 3300 Professional Communications 3 credits

An introduction to written, oral, and multimedia communication in professional settings with a focus on job-seeking, workplace collaboration,

and digital technology. Prerequisite: WRT 1050.

ENG-MCD 3340 Critical Theory and Cultural Studies 3 credits

An introduction to contemporary critical theory, a dynamic academic field that provides a rich variety of interdisciplinary approaches to the

study of literature, mass media, economics, the environment, and cultural studies in general. Approaches introduced include Gender Studies,

Psychological Criticism, Postcolonial Studies, Ecocriticism, Media Studies, Cultural Economy, and Race and Ethnicity Studies. Distribution

Requirement: WEP. Meets WRT-Course Requirement.

ENG-AMS-MCD 3350 U.S. Media Revolutions 3 credits

Focusing exclusively on U.S. texts and contexts, traces a series of revolutions in media technology from the penny press to the smartphone.

Distribution Requirement: WEP.

ENG 4590 Senior Seminar: The Literary Canon 3 credits

A course that focuses on the debate over both the definitions and descriptions of culture and how that debate shapes our notion of literary

canon, considers why and how and what we read, and the relationship between reading, literary criticism, and literary theory. Prerequisites:

Senior or Junior standing and at least one 3000 level course. Fulfills WRT-Course. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

ENG 4999 Internship in English 3 or 6 credits

Internship focused in any area related to English. Prerequisite: Completed Sophomore coursework in the ENG major, Junior or Senior

Standing, and Instructor’s Signature Required. Also need to complete a contract with the Office of Career Services, before registering for

course. Meets Career Related Internship and graded on S-D-F basis.

Environmental Science (Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science)

credits

ENV 1020 Introduction to Environmental Science 3.0

BIO 1020 General Biology I 3.0

BIO 1020L General Biology Laboratory I 1.0

BIO 1022 General Biology II 3.0

BIO 1022L General Biology Laboratory II 1.0

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credits

BIO 2300 Biostatistics

or 4.0

MAT 2090 Statistical Methods

CHE 1505 General Chemistry I 3.0

CHE 1505L General Chemistry I Laboratory 1.0

CHE 1515 General Chemistry II 3.0

CHE 1515L General Chemistry Laboratory II 1.0

ENV 2050 Environmental Geology 4.0

ENV 2310 Introduction to Geographic Information 3.0

Systems (GIS)

ENV 2320 Earth’s Climate 3.0

ENV 3000 Environmental Hydrology 4.0

ENV 3240 Environmental Toxicology (WRT course) 4.0

PHY 2100 Physics for Life Sciences I 3.0

PHY 2150L Physics Laboratory I 1.0

ENV 3050 Oceanography 4.0

NSC 2590 Sophomore Science Seminar 1.0

NSC 3590 Junior Science Seminar 1.0

Elective: Choose one Science elective: 4.0-6.0

ENV 1910 Water Scarcity and Pollution 3.0

ENV 1920 Sustainable Agriculture 3.0

ENV 1930/1935/3930/3935 Environmental 6.0

Field Methods Course

CSC 1050 Introduction to Programming 3.0

BIO 2050 General Botany 4.0

BIO 2050L General Botany Laboratory 0.0

BIO 3120 Ecology 4.0

BIO 3120L Ecology Laboratory 0.0

BIO 2121 Plant Ecology 4.0

BIO 3930 Marine and Island Ecology 6.0

BIO 3950 Alaskan Ecology 6.0

BIO 4920 Advanced Ecology 6.0

CHE 3140 Analytical Chemistry (WRT course) 3.0

CHE 3140L Analytical Chemistry Laboratory 1.0

Elective: Choose one Social Science-Humanities elective: 3.0

ECO 2010 Principles of Microeconomics 3.0

SSC 2100 Global Environmental Policy 3.0

AMS-HIS American Environmental History 3.0

3015 (WRT course)

PHR 3940 Environmental Ethics 3.0

ANT-SUS 3460 Global Environmental Conflicts 3.0

ANT-SUS 1200 Culture and the Environment 3.0

BIO 1056 Plants and Peoples 4.0

ENV 1962 Environmental Issues and Choices 6.0

SUS 1500 Earth’s Clothing 3.0

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Total credits required to complete Environmental Science major: 58.0-60.0

Environmental Science (Minor)

credits

Core Requirements:

BIO 2300 Biostatistics

or 4.0

MAT 2090 Statistical Methods

CHE 1010 Introductory Chemistry 3.0

CHE 1010L Introductory Chemistry Laboratory 1.0

ENV 1020 Introduction to Environmental Science 3.0

ENV 2310 Introduction to Geographic Information 3.0

Systems (GIS)

ENV 2320 Earth’s Climate 3.0

ENV 3000 Environmental Hydrology 4.0

ENV 2050 Environmental Geology 4.0

Total credits required to complete core requirements:

25.0

Elective: Choose one course: 3.0-6.0

ENV 1910 Water Scarcity and Pollution 3.0

ENV 1920 Sustainable Agriculture 3.0

ENV 1930/1935/3930/3935 Environmental 6.0

Field Methods Course

CSC 1050 Introduction to Programming 3.0

NSC 1902 Marine and Island Ecology 6.0

NSC 1959 Alaska: Wildlife Ecology and 6.0

Conservation

BIO 2050 General Botany 4.0

BIO2050 L General Botany Laboratory 0.0

ECO 2010 Principles of Microeconomics 3.0

SSC 2100 Global Environmental Issues 3.0

AMS-HIS American Environmental History 3.0

3015

ENV 3050 Oceanography 4.0

PHR 3940 Environmental Ethics 3.0

ANT-SUS 3460 Global Environmental Conflicts 3.0

ANT-SUS 1200 Culture and the Environment 3.0

BIO 1056 Plants and Peoples 4.0

ENV 1962 Environmental Issues and Choices 6.0

SUS 1500 Earth’s Clothing 3.0

Total credits required to complete Environmental Science minor: 28.0-31.0

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Environmental Course Description

ENV 1020

Introduction to Environmental Science 3 credits

An introduction to the field of environmental science. This course will cover how humans affect ecosystems, trophic cascades, nutrient

cycling, climate, the ocean, animal and plant populations, and critically examine ways to mitigate some of these issues.

ENV 2015 Research in Environmental Science 0 to 1 credits

Introduces students to lab, field, and scientific research methods in environmental science. Students will learn to synthesize observations in

scientific literature into a series of hypotheses attempting to explain these observations, and subsequently test these hypotheses in the

laboratory or field and write-up the results in a paper. Results will be presented at a scientific meeting or as a seminar for the Division.

Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor. Graded on a pass-fail basis.

ENV 2050 Environmental Geology 4 credits

Environmental Geology covers the physical processes of Earth and how humans interact with them. We will spend much time in the field

and using hands-on examples explaining the processes that brought the Earth to its current state. The focus of the course will surround how

geology interacts with Earth’s other spheres as well as humans use of the planet.

ENV 2310

Introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS) 3 credits

Presents an introduction to the concepts behind Geographic Information Systems (GIS) that emphasizes analytical capabilities of GIS in

vector and raster domains. Provides background information on the roots of GIS in analytical cartography. Applies geographic information

to answer questions and solve problems in fields related to ecology, environmental science, wildlife management, agriculture, geology, and

other specialties.

ENV 2320 Earth’s Climate 3 credits

This course is designed to help students gain a scientific understanding of the physical aspects of Earth's weather and climate system. This

includes the atmosphere, energy balance, climate change, and climate policy. It will include the hydrologic cycle and the general circulation

of the oceans and atmosphere.

ENV 3000 Environmental Hydrology 4 credits

Seventy one percent of the Earth’s surface is covered in water. Humans are 60% water. This course discusses water’s importance, where it is

stored on Earth, how it moves, and how it impacts Earth’s systems and environments. Will cover atmospheric, surface, ocean, and groundwater

as well as human impacts and remediation. Uses conceptual models to understand the global water balance and groundwater flow among

others. Prerequisite: ENV 2050 and Math Competency.

ENV 3050 Oceanography 4 credits

This course covers a broad overview of the major interactions in the ocean. We will focus on physical, chemical, biological, ang geological

oceanography and how those parts of oceanography work in concert to keep the ocean functioning. We will also investigate humankind’s

impact on oceans. We will take a big picture, concept-based look at oceanography. Prerequisite: ENV 1020.

ENV 3240 Environmental Toxicology 4 credits

Introduces students to the field of environmental toxicology. Examine basic mechanisms that may cause adverse effects in living organisms.

Discuss the processes of risk assessment/analysis, and transport of contaminants in the environment. Prerequisites: CHE 1515 and CHE

1515L. Meets WRT-Course Requirement.

ENV 4015 Research in Environmental Science 0 to 1 credits

Introduces students to lab, field, and scientific research methods in environmental science. Students will learn to synthesize observations in

scientific literature into a series of hypotheses attempting to explain these observations, and subsequently test these hypotheses in the

laboratory or field and write-up the results in a paper. Results will be presented at a scientific meeting or as a seminar for the Division.

Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor. Graded on pass-fail basis.

Field Experience Course Descriptions

FEX 2515 Community Engagement 0 credits

Community Engagement is the experience of sharing, without remuneration, the student’s time, abilities, and compassion in meeting human

needs within the community through a recognized service organization so that the Office of Career Services can be certain that all graduates

have had actual experience helping others in need.

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FEX 4510 Career Related Internship 1.0-12.0 credits

This is a credit-bearing course, graded on a pass/fail basis, using a more generic field code than any of the approved internship courses that

use field codes from the academic disciplines.

FEX 4525 Career Related Internship 0 credits

The career-related internship provides an opportunity for students to explore work experience related to the major or to potential career goals.

Career-related internships may be completed any time after the sophomore year and do not receive academic credit, unless offered for credit

by the student’s major. No essay is required.

FEX 4555 Undergraduate Thesis 6 credits

Students who plan to go on to graduate school or in a research field may work with a faculty member to write an original thesis, or produce

an original body of work appropriate for their field of study. This option will require students to register for 6 credit hours. The thesis or

work should result in a significant and appropriate contribution of new ideas to the field. Faculty supervisors may voluntarily elect to work

with students to guide the research or creative process. Upon completion, students will do an oral presentation of their work to the campus

community. A volunteer committee of three faculty members, chosen by the student and approved by the faculty supervisor, will orally

examine the student and assign a final letter grade for the thesis. Prerequisite: After the sophomore year.

Finance (Bachelor of Science)

credits

Core Requirements:

ACC 2010 Financial Accounting 3.0

ACC 2021 Managerial Accounting 3.0

ECO 2010 Principles of Microeconomics 3.0

ECO 2020 Principles of Macroeconomics 3.0

BUS-ECO 2600 Statistics for Business and Economics 3.0

MAT 1090 Pre-Calculus 4.0

MAT 2010 Calculus I 4.0

MAT 2010L Calculus I Lab 0.0

MGT 2010 Business Law I 3.0

MGT 2240 Principles of Management 3.0

MKT 2250 Principles of Marketing 3.0

Total credits required to complete core requirements:

28.0

Finance Courses: 18.0

ECO 3041 Intermediate Macroeconomics 3.0

FIN 3010 Financial Management 3.0

FIN 3250 Investment Analysis and Concepts 3.0

FIN 3275 Fundamentals of Financial Planning 3.0

FIN 3300 Financial Markets and Institutions 3.0

FIN 4200 Case Problems in Financial Management 3.0

Planning (WRT course)

Students must complete at least one of the following concentrations in Financial Planning, Financial Analysis or General:

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credits

Financial Planning: 12.0

ACC 3730 Tax Accounting I 3.0

FIN 4220 Estate Planning 3.0

FIN 4240 Retirement Planning 3.0

FIN 4260 Insurance Planning 3.0

Financial Analysis: 12.0

ACC-FIN 3541* Intermediate Accounting II 3.0

ACC 4740* Auditing (WRT course) 3.0

ECO 3200

International Trade and Finance 3.0

FIN 4100 Portfolio Management 3.0

General: 12.0

Any four courses in FIN at the 3000+ level or any combination of four courses from the

Financial Planning/Financial Analysis concentrations.

*Courses have additional prerequisites, which are not part of the Finance core.

Total credits required to complete the major: 58.0

Finance (Minor)

credits

ACC 2010 Financial Accounting 3.0

ACC 2021 Managerial Accounting 3.0

ECO 2010 Principles of Microeconomics 3.0

ECO 2020 Principles of Macroeconomics 3.0

BUS-ECO 2600 Statistics for Business and Economics 3.0

FIN 3010 Financial Management 3.0

FIN 3275 Fundamentals of Financial Planning 3.0

FIN 3300 Financial Markets and Institutions 3.0

Elective: One ECO-FIN course at the 3000 level or higher 3.0

Total credits required to complete the minor: 27.0

Finance Course Descriptions

FIN 3010 Financial Management 3 credits

A study of the financial aspects of a business enterprise, initial financial structure, function of different types of financial securities, sources

of permanent and temporary funds, financial administration, financial limitation of business operation. Prerequisites: ACC 2010 or MGT

2240.

FIN-ECO 3030 Money and Financial Institutions 3 credits

This course is designed to enable students to have an understanding of financial institutions, money markets, and monetary policy in the

United States. A detailed treatment of monetary theory and policy and such technical topics as the term structure of interest rates will be

included. Prerequisites: ECO 2010 and ECO 2020.

FIN 3110 Financial Mathematics 3 credits

Course covers the mathematics used in the theory covered in FIN 3010, Financial Management. Elementary mathematics will be reviewed

in preparation for more advanced material. Significant time will be spent using algebra for solving word problems. Elementary matrix algebra

and its applications for portfolio management will be introduced. Prerequisite: FIN 3010.

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FIN 3150 Financial Modeling 3 credits

Teaches the methods involved in creating financial models in Excel. Develops students’ spreadsheet skills far beyond a basic level without

requiring computer programming skills. Offers practical applications for the theories studied in FIN 3010, Financial Management. Students

will build analytical skills that can be listed on their resumes. Prerequisite: FIN 3010.

FIN 3250 Investment Analysis and Concepts 3 credits

Covers investment planning strategies and concepts. Provide students with an understanding of investment decisions, risk and return

measures, equity valuation, bond valuation, investment company analysis, alternative investments and derivatives. Prerequisite: FIN 3275.

FIN 3275 Fundamentals of Financial Planning 3 credits

Provides students with an understanding of the fundamentals of personal financial planning. Content includes the planning process,

analysis techniques, financial strategies, and financial calculations, applying economic concepts, issues affecting the financial industry,

professional conduct and regulation. Prerequisites: ACC 2010 or MGT 2240.

FIN 3300 Financial Markets and Institutions 3 credits

Covers debt, equity and derivative markets. Management, performance, and regulation of commercial banks and nonbank operations. The

Federal Reserve System’s impact on financial markets and financial institutions. Financial theory, practice and financial trends. Prerequisites:

ECO 2010 or ECO 2020.

FIN-ACC 3541 Intermediate Accounting II 3 credits

This course includes accounting theory and practice as applied to current assets, fixed assets, liabilities, net work accounts, investments, reserves,

income, and sources and applications of funds. Prerequisite: ACC 3540 or permission of instructor.

FIN-ACC 3755 Principles of Government and Non-Profit Accounting 3 credits

A comprehensive examination of accounting and reporting principles and practices for “non business” entities, with the objective of providing

students with knowledge and skills necessary to take advantage of the many opportunities in this area of accounting. The differences between

accounting of governmental and non-profit entities and accounting for business enterprises will be emphasized. Budgetary controls, fund

accounting, cash management, and financial reporting will be major areas of study. Prerequisites: ACC 2010 and ACC 2021.

FIN 4000 Risk Management 3 credits

Takes a close look at how the misuse or misunderstanding of risk has brought about financial crises. Covers operational risk, financial risk

and model risk. Includes such methods as Value at Risk (VaR) and stress testing. Prerequisite: FIN 3010.

FIN 4100 Portfolio Management 3 credits

Management of investment portfolios from the professional practitioner’s perspective. Includes investment objectives and policies, setting

appropriate capital market expectations, creating strategic and-or tactical asset allocations, constructing a portfolio, monitoring and evaluating

a portfolio compared to the written goals and examining feedback or suggested changes to ensure that they represent long-run considerations.

Prerequisite: FIN 3250.

FIN 4110 Financial Derivatives 3 credits

Will explain the basics of forward contracts, futures and options. Also how both stocks and options can be created synthetically by combining

other securities and derivatives. Will show how options can be used both to hedge risk and speculate on market movements. Short cases will

be used to discuss strategic issues related to the use and abuse of derivatives in business. Students will use a simulation to give them

experience with making trades using derivatives. Prerequisites: FIN 3150 and FIN 3250.

FIN 4200 Case Problems in Financial Management and Planning 3 credits

Focuses on problems and decision-making in financial management and financial planning. Addresses the financial decisions that managers

face in business and financial planners face with clients. Analyze complex client issues and business problems. Find solutions to problems

that contain complex variables, understand critical financial concepts. Use excel spreadsheets and financial planning software. Prerequisites:

ECO 3041, FIN 3010, FIN 3250, and FIN 3300. Distribution Requirement: WRT.

FIN 4220 Estate Planning 3 credits

Understand the estate planning process and the documents needed for an estate plan. Key topics include the concepts and application of

estate planning techniques, property ownership types, assets that pass through and around the probate process, gift and estate taxes, and

planning methods to reduce an individual’s tax liability. Prerequisite: FIN 3275.

FIN 4240 Retirement Planning 3 credits

An in-depth study of retirement planning. Presents the Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid programs. Content includes qualified

retirement plans, non-qualified plans, deferred compensation plans, stock bonus plans, employee stock ownership plans, retirement funding

and distribution strategies. Prerequisite: FIN 3275.

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FIN 4260 Insurance Planning 3 credits

Provides students with an understanding of risk management and insurance planning. Presents various risk types and the insurance solutions

available to both businesses and individuals for a successful risk management plan. Examines insurance policies and provisions, as well as

employee benefit programs and their taxation. Prerequisite: FIN 3275.

FIN-SPM 4300 Sports Finance 3 credits

The field of sport management is continuing to evolve and at an increasing pace. Professional and more sophisticated financial

management has become more important than ever. This course provides students with the background and tools to better understand the

importance of sport finance and effective financial management in the sport industry. Prerequisites: ACC 2021.

FIN 4510 Finance Internship 3 or 6 credits

The Finance Internship is either 120 hours (3 credit hours) or 240 hours (6 credit hours) of supervised field experience in a position using

financial theories and practices at firms such as providers of financial services, investment management companies, insurance firms, private

or public companies, and government agencies. To enroll in FIN 4510, students must meet with and have the written approval of an

appropriate full-time Business and Economics Division faculty member. Students must have upper division standing. Prerequisites: FIN 3010,

ECO-FIN 3030, and FIN 3100. Also need to complete a contract with the Office of Career Services, before registering for course. Meets

Career Related Internship and graded on pass-fail basis.

Fine Arts Course Descriptions

FAR 1915 Stage Voice and Diction 3 credits

A study of voice production and projection for the actor or professional voice artist.

FAR-ENG 2010 The Craft of Writing Fiction 3 credits

A study of various techniques required to write convincing and significant fiction through workshop methods.

FAR-ENG 2015 The Craft of Writing Poetry 3 credits

An examination of poetic structures and an introduction to the writing of poetry through workshop methods.

FAR-ENG 2025 The Craft of Creative Non-Fiction 3 credits

This is a writing course focusing on current forms of “creative” essay writing through workshop methods.

FAR-ENG 2180 Expository Writing 3 credits

Designed to help students organize and develop and subject thoughts to analysis and to demonstrate methods of organization which will lead

to concrete, concise, and logical writing. This course is taught through workshop methods.

FAR 3010 Digital Studio: Art Without Borders 3 credits

A digitally based fine arts course investigating the impact of globalization on art and artists in the 21st Century. Students produce and publish

art projects (visual, aural and-or written forms) on the Internet that focus on the global cross-pollination of ideas and events as gleaned from

assigned readings.

Distribution Requirement: GLP.

FAR-ENG 3015 Advanced Creative Writing 3 credits

This is an advanced workshop in strategies, techniques and the art of writing fiction and poetry, including in-depth discussions of

contemporary fiction and poetry, developments and movements in creative writing as an art, and current trends in theories and schools of

fiction and poetry. Prerequisites: ENG 2010 or ENG 2015 or ENG 2025.

First-Year Seminar Course Description

FYS 1000 First Year Seminar Skills Support Lab 2 credits

Supplements the First Year Seminar and supports the student transition from high school to college. The lab provides instruction and

workshop practice in the fundamentals of college discourse, with emphasis on study skills, reading, writing, and information literacy. Will

be graded on Pass-Fail basis.

FYS 1010 First-Year Seminar 3 credits

This course is the foundational experience in the liberal arts and sciences for entering freshmen, providing students a gateway to the College’s

General Education program, and introducing them to the wider world of learning beyond the professional training of their declared majors.

Each section of the course is specially designed by the instructor to provide a unique learning experience that sharpens students’ skill in

critical thinking and reading. Students have the opportunity to choose from a wide variety of exciting seminar-topics, ranging from the natural

sciences and the humanities, to the fine arts and the social sciences. Distribution Requirement: LAS.

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General Studies (Bachelor of Science)

The General Studies major will be available to students who choose not to or are unable to fulfill the requirements

of a specific major and will serve in such cases as a more practical and viable alternative to the Individualized Major.

For students whose degrees will be conferred in June, the major can be declared no earlier than the Fall Term of the

senior year and no later than the beginning of the Spring Term of the senior year. For students who will be

graduating at a different time of the year, the Registrar will determine what the correct time frame is.

A minimum of 36 credit hours is required, twelve or more of which must be at or above the 3000 level. Fifteen

credits must be from one discipline or from closely related disciplines. A writing intensive course (a previously

designated WRT course) is required. A student earning the B.A. degree must have at least 90 liberal arts and science

credits and a student earning the B.S. degree must have at least 60 liberal arts and science credits.

A student interested in declaring and graduating with this major must use the General Studies Major form that

is available in the Office of the Registrar and have the signature of an advisor endorsing the choice of major as well

as the courses.

Geology Course Description

GEO 1010 Physical Geology 4 credits

An introduction to the origin, evolution, and physical structure of the earth; plate tectonic theory and mountain building; geologic time; the

genesis and description of major minerals and rock types; the processes of weathering, erosion, and deposition; economic geology; and

planetary geology.

Healthcare Course Descriptions

HCM-MGT 3010 Foundations of Healthcare Management 3 credits

Introduction to Healthcare Management, covering key foundational topics. Prerequisite: MGT 2240 and MKT 2250. Fulfills the WRT-

Requirement.

HCM-LAW 3200 Healthcare Law and Regulation 3 credits

Healthcare Law and Regulation, covering key topics in the legal environment around the healthcare industry. Prerequisite: MGT 2010.

HCM 4510 Healthcare Management Internship 3 or 6 credits

This internship will provide opportunities for experiential learning and real-world involvement in healthcare management. Prerequisites:

Junior or Senior status and HCM-MGT 3010

and Instructor’s Signature Required.

Also, need to complete a contract with the Office of Career

Services, before registering for course. Meets Career Related Internship and graded on S-D-F basis.

History (Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science)

credits

Courses in United States History (HIS field code) 6.0

Courses in European History (HIS field code) 6.0

Courses in the history of Asia, Africa, Latin America or the Near East 6.0

(HIS field code)

HIS 4590 Senior Seminar (WRT course) 3.0

Electives: Elective courses in History (HIS field code) 15.0

Note: At least 9 credits in the History major in addition to the Senior Seminar must be earned in

courses numbered 3000 or above.

Total credits required to complete major: 36.0

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History (Minor)

Courses in History, including at least 3 credits in one of the following areas, and at least 6 credits in each of the remaining two areas:

credits

Courses in United States History (HIS field code)

Courses in European History (HIS field code)

Courses in the history of Asia, Africa, Latin America or the Near East 15.0

(HIS field code)

Electives: Courses in History (HIS field code) 6.0

Note: At least 6 credits must be earned in courses at or above 3000 level.

Total credits required to complete minor: 21.0

History Course Descriptions

HIS 1400 United States History I Through 1877 3 credits

A survey stressing the significant movements, events, and people in American history from the earliest settlements to 1877. Distribution

Requirement: WEP.

HIS 1401 United States History II 1865 to Present 3 credits

A survey stressing the significant movements, events, and people in American history from 1865 to the present. Distribution Requirement:

WEP.

HIS 1500 European History I 3 credits

A study of the creation of European civilization from earliest times until the mid-seventeenth century, with special focus upon medieval

Europe and the Reformation era. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

HIS 1501 European History II 3 credits

The development of modern European civilization from the mid-seventeenth century until recent times, with attention to issues of paramount

concern to contemporary Europe. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

HIS 1600 Asian History I 3 credits

An introduction to Pre-modern Asia, giving special attention to the religious and cultural traditions that make the major civilizations of that

region unique, as well as the ways in which these civilizations influenced each other. Distribution Requirement: NWP.

HIS 1601 Asian History II 3 credits

An introduction to Modern Asia, focusing particularly on the interaction between Asian and Western civilizations, the rise of nation-states,

and the problems of modernization in Korea, China, and Japan. Distribution Requirement: NWP.

HIS 1700 World History 3 credits

This course explores the human story not predominantly as a collection of separate stories but as a long process of appropriation and exchange

of practices, ideas, material, and people across space and time. The course will focus on case studies in global exchange from Buddhism to

the AK47. Distribution Requirement: GLP.

HIS-ARH- Why Does Art Matter? 3 credits

PHR 2017H

Defining art broadly to include literature, the visual arts, and theater, this course explores one of the “enduring questions” in the history of

Western thought and culture—why does art matter? Focus is on the historical debate about the value and meaning of the arts; the place of art

in a democracy; the role of the arts in the twenty-first century. Prerequisite: Enrollment in the Honors Program or permission of the instructor.

Distribution Requirement: WEP.

HIS 2030H World History One Ingredient at a Time 3 credits

This course explores the interconnected nature of human history through food. Will start with the earliest history of humans in Africa, travel

through the Foraging Era, the Agrarian Era, and finally the Modern Era following the movement of food, technology, and people around the

world.

Prerequisite: Enrollment in the Honor’s Program. Students will register for HIS 2930H when course is offered in the Spring Six-week

Term. Will register for HIS 2030H when course is offered in the Fall or Winter Terms. Distribution Requirement: GLP.

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HIS-WMS 2115 Women in Asia Pre-Modern 3 credits

The principal goal of this course is to emphasize the value of comparative study for a meaningful understanding of different social and cultural

traditions especially as they relate to the roles and status of women in Asia. This course will focus on the pre-modern period, a period that

covers from the pre-imperial period of Confucius to the closing days of the dynastic system. Distribution Requirement: NWP. Fulfills WRT-

Course Requirement.

HIS-WMS 2116 Women in Asia Modern 3 credits

The principal goal of this course is to emphasize the value of comparative study for a meaningful understanding of different social and cultural

traditions especially as they relate to the roles and status of women in Asia. This course will focus on the modern period, a period that covers

from closing days of the dynastic system, through the period of Western imperialism, to the middle of the twentieth century.

Distribution

Requirement: NWP.

Fulfills WRT-Course Requirement.

HIS 2400 History of Colonial and Revolutionary America 3 credits

A study of the formative years of American history from the earliest settlements to the adoption of the Constitution, with special emphasis

on such topics as Puritanism, the rise of American Nationalism, black-white relations, the American Revolution, and the formation of the

national government. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

HIS 2429 America and the Great Depression 3 credits

An exploration of the political, social, and cultural history of the United States during the Great Depression decade of the 1930s.

Distribution Requirement: WEP.

HIS 2506 Modern Russian History 3 credits

A survey and analysis of the leading events in Russian history since Alexander II’s Emancipation Reforms of 1861, with special attention to

the origins and nature of the Soviet Union and post-Soviet Russia.

HIS 2550 Europe Since 1945 3 credits

An examination of critical episodes in European history between the end of World War II and the collapse of the Soviet Union and

liberation of the Eastern bloc. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

HIS 2602 History of China 3 credits

A study of Chinese civilization from Confucius to the People’s Republic, discussing China’s magnificent traditions, Western colonialism’s

impact, and the Chinese response to Colonialism.

HIS 2603 History of Japan 3 credits

A study of the events and traditions that made Japan what she is today, from the refined culture of the Nara and Heian periods through the

disciplined and rigorous Tokugawa era, to the miracle that is Japan today. Distribution Requirement: NWP.

HIS 2639H Globalization in the Pacific Basin 3 credits

Course covers the period from 1500 to 1949 focusing on the impact of a new phase of globalization on the cultures of the Pacific Basin

through an examination of firsthand accounts from a range of cultural perspectives. Prerequisite: Enrollment in the Honors Program.

Distribution Requirement: GLP.

HIS-ARH 2651 Chinese Religion and Visual Culture 3 credits

This course examines the interaction between religious and artistic practices and their impact on the cultural history of China. Distribution

Requirement: NWP.

HIS 2660 History of China to 1600 3 credits

A survey of Chinese history from the pre-historic period through 1600 covering the major social, cultural, political, and economic

developments that animate this long period of history. Distribution Requirement: NWP.

HIS 2670 History of China Since 1600 3 credits

A survey of Chinese history from 1600 to the present covering the major social and political developments that coalesced to produce the

striking changes in China over the past two centuries

Distribution Requirement: NWP.

HIS 2710 History of Medicine

3 credits

A survey of the intellectual and cultural history of medicine from ancient times through the twentieth century. Distribution Requirement:

GLP.

HIS 2740 Plagues and Peoples: Disease in World History

3 credits

An exploration of the impact of epidemic disease on social, political, and cultural history; examples drawn from ancient history to the

present, including plague, smallpox, cholera, influenza, and AIDS. Distribution Requirement: GLP.

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HIS-AMS-ENG 3000 Race and American Identity 3 credits

A study of the way in which race has influenced the question of American identity; readings include W.E.B. Du Bois, Ralph Ellison, Richard

Rodriguez, Amy Tan, Louise Erdrich, and Toni Morrison. Prerequisite: One previous course in History, American Studies or English.

Distribution Requirement: WEP.

HIS-AMS 3015 American Environmental History 3 credits

Environmental History is the study of the interaction between human beings and the environments in which they live. This course will focus

on the environmental history of the United States by exploring episodes of such interactions from early European contact with Native

Americans to the present. Such as Indian and colonist relations in New England, the cotton culture of the South, urban pollution and

industrialization in the late nineteenth century, the near extinction of the American Bison, wilderness preservation in the twentieth century,

environmental politics in the post-World War II era. In studying this material, will ask several questions such as; how did people living in a

particular place at a particular time use and transform their environment? How has the natural environment shaped the cultural and political

values and practices of the people living within it? How have groups of people organized themselves to manage or conserve resources? How

have differences in race, class, gender and ethnicity-influenced people’s interaction with the environment? Fulfills WRT-Course Requirement.

Distribution Requirement: WEP.

HIS-AMS- Nature and the American Imagination 3 credits

ENG 3025

A study of the intellectual and cultural responses to nature from the colonial period to the present, focusing on arts, literature, and philosophy.

Distribution Requirement: WEP.

HIS 3403 The United States as a Global Power, 1945 to the Present 3 credits

A study of selected topics in American diplomatic history including the rise of the United States as a world power and its role in world affairs

in modern times Offered as needed. Fulfills WRT-Course Requirement. Distribution Requirement: GLP.

HIS 3405 The Enlightenment: Revolution in Eighteenth 3 credits

Century Europe and America

An exploration of the major intellectual and political aspects of enlightenment thought in eighteenth century Western Europe and North

America. Discussion of major thinkers such as Locke, Voltaire, Rousseau, Diderot, Jefferson, Smith, Jefferson, Madison and Wollstonecraft.

Fulfills WRT-Course Requirement. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

HIS 3411 Reforming America, 1815-1860 3 credits

A study of the major reform movements which transformed American culture and politics during the first half of the nineteenth century.

Discussion of efforts to eradicate slavery, drunkenness, crime, prostitution, child abuse, illiteracy, and various other ills. The role of evangelical

Christianity and women’s activism in shaping reform will merit particular study. Fulfills WRT-Course Requirement. Distribution

Requirement: WEP.

HIS 3412 The Transformation of American Culture, 1870s-1910s 3 credits

A study of the major issues which transformed the cultural and political life of the U.S. during the late nineteenth and early twentieth

centuries. Topics include the impact of Darwinism, feminism, consumer capitalism and World War I on American society. Discussion of

leading thinkers such as William James, Oliver Wendell Holmes, Thorstein Veblen, Charlotte Perkins Gilman and W.E.B. DuBois.

Distribution Requirement: WEP. Fulfills WRT-Course Requirement.

HIS 3465 Reconstruction and the Rise of Jim Crow 3 credits

An examination of the critical three decade period following the Civil War; focus on the successes and failures of Reconstruction, the vigilante

suppression of civil rights, and the emergence of a new form of racial hierarchy that would endure for another one hundred years. Distribution

Requirement: WEP.

HIS 3520 The French Revolution and Napoleon 3 credits

An in-depth analysis of the major developments in Europe during the French Revolution and Napoleonic era, and of the competing

interpretations of these events. Offered as needed. Fulfills WRT-Course Requirement. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

HIS 3525 European Totalitarianism 3 credits

An examination of totalitarian movements and regimes in Europe in the first half of the twentieth century, concentrating on Communism

in the USSR and Nazism in Germany. Fulfills WRT-Course Requirement. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

HIS 3602 Empire in Early China 3 credits

This course will explore how the vision and concept of empire was constructed in early China. The main period of focus will be the Qin (221

-207 BCE) and Han (206 BCE-220 CE) dynasties, the two states that created the mold for what a Chinese empire should look like.

Prerequisites: HIS 1600, or HIS 2115, or HIS 2602. Fulfills WRT-Course Requirement. Distribution Requirement: NWP.

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HIS 3660 The Silk Road: A Pre-History of Globalization 3 credits

Globalization did not begin with Starbucks in the Forbidden City, but began over a millennium and a half earlier with the system of trade

routes often called the “Silk Road.” This course explores the history of these pre-modern interactions between East Asia, Central Asia, and

the Mediterranean world from the second century CE to the twelfth century. Distribution Requirement: GLP.

HIS 3696 Chinese Historiography 3 credits

This course will examine in detail the changing role of the historian in Chinese culture from the earliest times through to the modern era

looking in detail at a range of historiographical works. Prerequisites: One of the following: HIS 1600, HIS 1601, HIS 2115, HIS 2602, or HIS

3602. Fulfills WRT-Course Requirement. Distribution Requirement: NWP.

HIS 4590 Senior Seminar 3 credits

A course in research methods for junior and senior history majors, conducted with a different focus by members of the history faculty. Fulfills

WRT-Course Requirement.

HIS 4998 Internship in Museum Studies and Public History 3 or 6 credits

Internship focused on Museum Studies and Public History. Prerequisite: Completed Sophomore coursework in the HIS major and Instructor’s

Signature Required.

Also, need to complete a contract with the Office of Career Services, before registering for course. Meets Career Related

Internship and graded on pass-fail basis.

HIS 4999 Internship in History 3 or 6 credits

For students interested in working in any field related to history. The internship may include archival research, working wit h museum

professionals, collecting and analyzing historical data, or anything similarly related to a career in history. Prerequisite: Completed Sophomore

coursework in the HIS major and Instructor’s Signature Required.

Also, need to complete a contract with the Office of Career Services, before

registering for course. Meets Career Related Internship and graded on pass-fail basis.

The Honors Program

The Honors Program is a special academic program to which students are admitted based upon a competitive

application process, typically before the start of the freshman year. Successful completion of this program will be

noted on the transcript.

credits

WRT 1050H Honors College Writing 3.0

FYS 1010 Honors First-Year Seminar 3.0

HNR 2000 Honors Seminar 3.0

Honors Electives (three courses) 9.0

Total credits required to complete the program 18.0

Honors Program Course Description

HNR 2000 Honors Seminar 3 credits

A team-taught, interdisciplinary examination of a specific topic or issue whose complexity requires multiple modes of inquiry across academic

fields. Distribution Requirement: Determined when topics are decided upon.

Human Services (Bachelor of Science)

credits

Core Requirements:

HMS 1000 Human Services in Contemporary America 3.0

HMS 2020 Mental Health Services 3.0

HMS-SOC 3000 Social Policy 3.0

HMS 3150 Social Casework 3.0

HMS 4000 Program Planning and Evaluation (WRT course) 3.0

PSY 1010 Introductory Psychology 3.0

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credits

SOC 1010 Introductory Sociology 3.0

Total credits required to complete core requirements: 21.0

Electives: 3 credits must be at 3000 level 15.0

9 credits must be from HMS field code

Any course with a HMS field code

ANT 1040 Cultural Anthropology 3.0

ANT-SOC Social Inequality 3.0

WMS 2010

CRJ 1010 Introduction to Criminal Justice 3.0

CRJ 3200 Juvenile Delinquency and Juvenile Justice 3.0

CRJ-SOC 3311 Criminology (WRT course) 3.0

CSD 2250 Language Development 3.0

EDU 1010 Foundations of Education 3.0

PSC 2410 Public Policy 3.0

PSY 2020 Introduction to Clinical Psychology 3.0

PSY 2700 Cultural Psychology 3.0

PSY 3010 Social Psychology 3.0

PSY 3140 Abnormal Psychology 3.0

PSY 3220 Theories of Human Development 3.0

SOC 3220 Race, Identity, and Difference 3.0

Internship:

Students must have a minimum of 120 hours in an approved internship related to the major. Junior or Senior

status required. This internship may be taken for credit, or have the credit waived. If taken for credit, students must

enroll in one of the following internship field codes:

HMS 4998 Human Service Management 3.0 or 6.0

HMS 4999 Applied Human Services 3.0 or 6.0

Total credits required to complete major: 36.0-42.0

Human Services (Associate in Science)

credits

Required Courses

HMS 1000 Human Services in Contemporary America 3.0

HMS 2020 Mental Health Services 3.0

HMS-SOC 3000 Social Policy 3.0

PSY 1010 Introductory Psychology 3.0

SOC 1010 Introductory Sociology 3.0

Total credits for required courses: 15.0

Electives: Six credits in an HMS field code 6.0

Total credits required to complete Associate Degree: 21.0

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Human Services Course Descriptions

HMS 1000 Human Services in Contemporary America 3 credits

An examination of community response to selected social problems, including poverty and public welfare services, emotional problems and

counseling, early childhood services, child abuse-neglect and protective services, racism and sexism, crime and correctional services, physical

and mental disabilities, rehabilitation and treatment, drug use, and gerontological services. The roles of the individual and societal values in

policy formation and implementation are considered.

HMS 1010 Services to Families With Young Children 3 credits

A survey of prevention and intervention services for families with young children (birth to five years of age). The course is organized around

four major areas of service: health care services, child care services, parenting education, and early childhood education. Topics include:

prenatal prevention programs for at-risk parents, routine child health programs, parenting education programs, and developmentally

appropriate curricula and environments in preschool settings.

HMS 1020 Getting Sick, Getting Well: The Illness Experience in 3 credits

Literature and Film

A literature and film-based exploration of the many ways in which people in the United States understand and respond to becoming ill and

their experience in the US healthcare system. How physicians and other healthcare providers deal with the challenges of treating illness will

also be incorporated.

HMS-ART 1030 Introduction to Art Therapy 3 credits

This course will provide opportunities for exploring the basic tenets of the field of art therapy through an overview of its historical background

and theoretical structures. Will also provide an overview of prominent contributors within the field, what art therapists do, where art therapists

work, and how various media can be used to affect behavioral, emotional, and psychological changes.

HMS 2010 Chemical Dependency: Treatment and Rehabilitation 3 credits

An examination of the medical, psychological, and sociological aspects of drug abuse, chemical dependency, treatment and rehabilitation at all

levels and among all age groups in American society.

HMS 2020 Mental Health Services 3 credits

An examination of the mental health services delivery system in the United States. Topics include the historical development of the mental

health system, with special attention to the community mental health movement. A range of mental health interventions will be discussed,

from inpatient services to self-help and advocacy. Special areas of mental health practice will also be addressed, such as substance abuse,

psychogeriatric services and psychoeducation.

HMS 2025 Death and Dying 3 credits

Examines death, dying, grief, and bereavement. Cultural differences in attitudes toward death and funeral practices as well as services for

those who are dying and those coping with grief and loss will be explored. Ethical issues surrounding suicide and euthanasia will also be

considered.

HMS-NSG 2030 End-of-Life Issues 3 credits

Examination of end-of-life issues from a multidisciplinary perspective including physical, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual aspects

of dying. Open to non-nursing majors. Distribution Requirement: GLP.

HMS-SOC 2350 Poverty in America 3 credits

Poverty in the United States explored. Focus on structural causes of poverty, as well as cultural and social causes. Theories explaining poverty

will be discussed. Experiences and outcomes of poverty will be part of class. Poverty alleviation policies and programs will be debated.

Prerequisite: SOC 1010 or HMS 1000. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

HMS-SOC-WMS 2620 The Family 3 credits

Looks at relationships, marriage, and child-rearing in terms of changing norms and values. Focuses on the social reproduction function of

families and on challenges facing modern families today. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

HMS-PSY 2630 Integrative Wellness and Well-Being 3 credits

Addresses the relationships between the immediate physical and mental health problem(s) as well as the deeper causes of diseases and mental

health issues. Includes global perspectives of integrative strategies for effective self-care that individuals can use throughout their lives. Draws

on psychology, medicine, philosophy, history, and anthropology to understand the ways of thinking about meaning and purpose in

relationships, work and life. Prerequisites: ANT 1040 or PSY 1010 is recommended. Distribution Requirement: GLP.

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HMS-SOC 3000 Social Policy 3 credits

An examination of the formation and implementation of social policy and controversial policy issues such as social welfare, universal health

care, capital punishment, mandatory sentencing, gay rights, right-to-die, and reproductive rights are examined. Policy-making is considered as

both a rational and a political process. The roles of government employees, elected officials, the media, professionals, and the public are

considered. Selected U.S. policies are compared with those of other western nations. Prerequisite: SOC 1010 or HMS 1000. Distribution

Requirement: WEP.

HMS-HLS 3001 Adult Learning: Educating Clients and Communities 3 credits

Intended for upper division students in which students demonstrate skills in the development, implementation, and evaluation of informational-

educational programs for individuals, agency-organizational staff or community groups. This is a senior-level course in which students develop

and present and educational program for a community group.

HMS 3005 Family Assessment 3 credits

This upper level course focuses on frameworks for understanding normal family processes. The structural, functional, and developmental

properties of the family will be discussed, with readings drawing upon the field of family theory and upon research on family stressors and

discontinuities (e.g. becoming parents, death, and divorce). Prerequisites: At least three courses in Human Services or Psychology or

permission of instructor.

HMS 3006 Observing Child Development 3 credits

A study of the development of preschool children in the areas of physical, social, emotional, language, cognitive, and creative development.

Students learn to observe and record this development in a preschool setting and complete a case study of a single child. Prerequisites: HMS

1010 and PSY 2060.

HMS 3010 Management of Human Service Agencies 3 credits

This course examines not-for-profit management and the challenges facing the not-for-profit executives. Key course topics that are relevant to

not-for-profit leaders will include board governance, board development, management principles, fiscal management, budget development,

ethics, program services, fund raising, marketing and entrepreneurship. Prerequisites: Junior Level Status.

HMS 3025 Services for Children and Youth 3 credits

Defines the needs of school-age children and their families and the ways in which human service agencies respond to these needs. Includes

discussions of current social problems facing children and adolescents, such as: decision-making about drug use, sexual behavior, school

retention, and youth violence. Prerequisites: PSY 1010 and PSY 2060.

HMS-SOC 3120 Community Organization 3 credits

An examination of the role of community organizing in defining social problems and initiating social change. Methods of community

organization including social move-ments, protests, consciousness raising, legal advocacy, lobbying, self-help, action research, and “whistle

blowing” are discussed. Organizing at both the local and the national level are considered. Prerequisite: Upper level human service or

sociology majors. Other students with an interest in social movements and community organizing are welcome to enroll.

HMS 3140 Social Group Work 3 credits

An examination of social group work as a method in social work for meeting human needs and interests. An analysis of the dynamics of the

group process and the forces that influence group decisions. Prerequisite: HMS-PSY 3300.

HMS 3150 Social Casework 3 credits

A course that provides fundamental casework skills necessary to work with clients as individuals, families or groups. Topics include: rapport

and the worker-client relationship, psychosocial assessment and client interviews, problem identification and problem solving, evaluation,

and termination of the therapeutic relationship. Working with culturally diverse populations and avoiding burnout will also be addressed.

HMS-PSY 3300 Basic Counseling Techniques 3 credits

This course will assist students to acquire basic skills or techniques used in one-on-one counseling sessions by professional counselors. In

addition to practicing interventions in simulated situations, topics of study include the role(s) of the professional helper, ethics in counseling,

multicultural issues, and working with special populations. It is especially appropriate for those who intend to enter a helping field.

Prerequisite: PSY 1010, junior and senior class status.

HMS 4000 Program Planning and Evaluation 3 credits

An examination of the theory and applied techniques for planning and evaluating human service programs. Topics covered include: planning

in human service settings, components of plans, needs assessment, funding, grant writing, and evaluation research design. Each student

prepares a proposal for a hypothetical program. In addition to human service majors, students with an interest in management of not-for-profit

organizations may benefit from this course. Prerequisite: Senior-level standing or permission of instructor. Fulfills WRT-Course Requirement.

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HMS 4998 Human Service Management 3 or 6 credits

Internship is focused on the applied aspects of human service work, such as case-work, observations, programming, interventions at an

individual or group level, direct care, etc. Meets Internship Requirement. Prerequisite: Junior or Senior class standing and Instructor’s

Signature required and graded on pass-fail basis.

HMS 4999 Applied Human Services 3 or 6 credits

Internship is focused on management or administration of human service organizations. Prerequisite: Junior or Senior class standing and

Instructor’s Signature Required. Also need to complete a contract with the Office of Career Services, before registering for course. Meets

Career Related Internship and graded on pass-fail basis.

Human Services and Nursing Workshops Course Descriptions

HMS-NSG 1201 Gerontological Programs 1 credit

An overview of programs for the elderly provided by the community including health and nutrition, housing, recreation, and transportation

programs.

HMS-NSG 1202 Child Care Programs 1 credit

An overview of child care programs including both center-based and family day care programs.

HMS-NSG 1203 Community Corrections and Alternatives to Incarceration 1 credit

An overview of community-based corrections and alternatives to incarceration including probation and parole, community engagement programs,

intensive supervision, local release and pretrial release.

HMS-NSG 1204 Counseling Programs 1 credit

An overview of community counseling programs, including discussion of counseling settings and theories of counseling.

HMS-NSG 1205 Program Serving Developmentally Disabled 1 credit

An overview of programs for the developmentally disabled, including institutional and alternative residential programs, educational

and employment programs.

HMS-NSG 1206 Substance Abuse Programs 1 credit

An examination of programs serving persons who abuse drugs, including alcohol.

HMS-NSG 1207 Programs for Adolescents 1 credit

An overview of programs for adolescents who are having difficulties with their families, the schools, and the law. Alternatives to family living,

such as foster care and group homes, and dispositional alternatives, such as home bound detention, are considered.

HMS-NSG 1208 Developmental Screening Programs 1 credit

An overview of approaches and programs for assessing child development. Skills and techniques for screening children from birth to age six

in various areas of their development are explored.

HMS-NSG 1209 Sexuality Education Programs 1 credit

An examination of family planning counseling and sexuality education programs for adults, parents, teens, younger children, developmentally

and physically disabled persons, and human service professionals.

HMS-NSG 1210 Hospice Programs 1 credit

An overview of programs addressing the needs of the terminally ill. Topics include the history of the hospice movement, dying, death with dignity,

family and mental issues around death and dying.

HMS-NSG 1211 Mental Health Programs 1 credit

An examination of the delivery of programs including both community mental health and institutional programs for those with acute or

chronic mental illness.

HMS-NSG 1212 Victim Abuse Programs 1 credit

An examination of programs for those who are victims of abuse including battered women, abused and neglected children, and victims of

sexual abuse.

HMS-NSG 1213 Programs for Special Needs Children 1 credit

Programs for abused children, for gifted children, and for bilingual-bicultural preschool children are presented. Issues such as mainstreaming

vs. segregated programs, types of curricula, and staff training are discussed.

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HMS-NSG 1214 Art Therapy Programs 1 credit

An overview of the field of art therapy in theory and practice, including assessment and treatment of various client populations of diverse

settings.

Individualized Studies (Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science)

The Baccalaureate degree in Individualized Studies (B.A. or B.S.) is awarded to students who have developed a

major designed to meet specific personal and career goals. For the B.A., at least 90 of the required credits for the

degree must be in the liberal arts and sciences. For the B.S., at least 60 credits must be in the liberal arts and sciences.

For both, the major must consist of no fewer than 36 credits. At least 12 credits must be earned in courses numbered

3000 or above, and at least 18 credits must be selected from one discipline or from closely related disciplines. All

Individualized Majors must include a writing intensive (WRT) course.

The student, in close consultation with advisor, will choose the courses comprising the major so as to accomplish

the specific objectives and attain one or more specific educational and personal goals. When a proposed major is of

an interdisciplinary nature, advisors from more than one area will be required to endorse the major. An outline of

the major, with a written rationale explaining its purposes and objectives, shall be submitted for approval to the

Provost no later than the registration date for Winter Term of the junior year. These documents must bear the

recommendation of the advisor and be accompanied with a formal request for approval from the division.

Total credits required to complete Individualized Studies major: 36.0

Information Technology Management Course Descriptions

ITM 3000 Cybersecurity for Managers 3 credits

Cybersecurity principles, practices, and strategies for managers. Topics include Cybersecurity risk, Practices and principles, Security controls,

Data and intellectual property protections, Privacy laws and regulations, Security education, training, and awareness, Developing a

cybersecurity program for business.

Fulfills WRT-Course Requirement.

ITM 3100 Data Analytics for Business 3 credits

Emphasis will be on the understanding of appropriate statistical analysis to solve business problems; Advanced knowledge of linear and

logistic regression along with time series and forecasting; and Discussion of big data and managing large data sets. Prerequisite: BUS or

ECO 2600.

ITM 3200 Database Systems for Managers 3 credits

An introduction to designing and building database management systems (DBMS), Development of entity-relationship diagrams (ERD), and

Hands on use of Structured Query Language (SQL) and database implementation. Prerequisites: FSH or MIS 3010.

ITM 3300 Issues and Implications of Information Technology in Business 3 credits

Investigate the ethical, legal, and social issues associated with information systems. Topics include Intellectual property protection, Privacy,

Security, System reliability, and Technology mediated work environments.

Fulfills WRT-Course Requirement.

ITM 3400 Managing Information Technology Resources for Business 3 credits

This course focuses on the challenges of managing technical resources and projects within a business. The course will introduce concepts and

strategies to manage business processes, change, and IT resources within technical and financial frameworks. Prerequisites: FSH or MIS 3010.

Fulfills WRT-Course Requirement.

ITM 3500

System and Program Development for Management 3 credits

In today’s global economy, there needs to be an understanding the essential concepts of system design and programming; Problem solving for

managers with technology; Cover core programming concepts and technology skills managers need to analyze and design information systems.

ITM 3600 Managing Technological Innovation 3 credits

This course addresses the management of innovation and sustainable technology. Will focus on the leading-edge concepts in innovation, the

role of technology in competitive advance, and the responsibility of businesses related to sustainability. Fulfills WRT-Course Requirement.

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Language and Literature Course Descriptions

LAL 1010 Classical Mythology 3 credits

A study of the chief myths of ancient Greece and Rome, including tales of creation, transformation, and heroic exploits. Attention is given

to parallel myths from other cultures to the influence of classical myths upon history, religion, and the fine arts. Distribution Requirement:

WEP.

LAL 1020 Classical Literature 3 credits

The principal authors of ancient Greece and Rome in English translation. Knowledge of Greek or Latin is not required. Distribution

Requirement: WEP.

LAL-ENG-PHR 1450 The Arts of Persuasion in Daily Life 3 credits

Surveys diverse rhetorical traditions throughout European and North American history with an emphasis on how historical theories of

persuasion relate to contemporary life. Authors studied include Isocrates, Aristotle, Aphthonius, Quintilian, Christine de Pizan, Gloria

Anzaldúa, and Malea Powell.

LAL-SPA-FRE 3295 Magical Realism in Short Fiction 3 credits

A study of a major international current in twentieth century fiction. Focuses on a lesser-known, but highly influential sub-genre, as well as

its manifestations in the visual arts. Prerequisite: SPA 2040.

LAL-PHR- History of Literary Criticism and Theory 3 credits

ENG 3319

An introduction to the history of literary theory and criticism, beginning with the classical approaches of Plato and Aristotle and an

introduction to modern literary theory, covering influential approaches to reading and thinking about literature. Prerequisite: Any of ENG

2020, ENG 2021, ENG 2022, ENG 2042, ENG 2043 or ENG 2044. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

LAL 4999 Internship in Classical Studies 3 or 6 credits

Internship focused in any area related to Classical Studies. Prerequisite: Completed Sophomore coursework in the Classical Studies major,

Junior or Senior Standing, and Instructor’s Signature Required. Also need to complete a contract with the Office of Career Services, before

registering for course. Meets Career Related Internship and graded on S-D-F basis.

Learning Resource Studies Course Descriptions

LRS 1010 EC Experience 1.5 credits

Facilitates intellectual and social integration of students into the academic community. Provides specific methods and strategies which

students may adopt to promote personal growth and success both in the college environment and throughout life.

LRS 1050 Success Strategies Seminar 3 credits

Facilitates intellectual and social integration of students into the academic community. Provides specific methods and strategies which

students may adopt to promote personal growth and success both in the college environment and throughout life.

LRS 1300 Supplemental Instruction Leader Training 1 credit

Requirement for all new Supplemental Instruction Leaders. Students will learn the fundamentals of Supplemental Instruction, preparing

them to serve as an SI Leader. Pre-service trainings and ongoing in-service trainings. Will be graded on a pass-fail basis.

LRS 1400 Career Exploration 1.5 credits

Facilitates decision-making process as it relates to major choice. Provides self-assessment and reflection opportunities to identify appropriate

academic program paths based on needs, values, interests, and abilities.

LRS 1450 Job Search Strategies 1.5 credits

A comprehensive job-graduate school search strategies course involving skills assessment, resume and cover letter development, networking,

interviewing techniques, applications, and the use of Internet resources for research and the job-school search process.

LRS 1800 Writing Center Tutoring 1 credit

Trains students to become effective peer tutors in the Writing Center. Required of all first-time Writing Center tutors. Graded on pass-fail

basis. Student must have been hired as a Writing Center tutor.

LRS 1850 Tutoring Training 1 credit

Introduces students to general tutoring pedagogy and best practices with the goal of training them to become effective peer tutors. Students

explore a variety of topics, including current peer-learning theory, as they apply to the role of the tutor, effective tutoring practices, tutoring

students outside of the tutor’s major, confidentiality, academic integrity, and professionalism. Graded on a pass-fail basis. Prerequisite:

Instructor’s Signature Required.

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Legal Studies (Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science)

credits

Core Requirements:

LAW 1010 Survey of American Law 3.0

LAW 2010 Legal Research and Writing (WRT course) 3.0

LAW 2020 Evidence 3.0

MGT 2010 Business Law I 3.0

MGT 2020 Business Law II 3.0

CRJ-PSC 3820 Criminal Law I: Constitutional Criminal Procedure 3.0

CRJ-PSC 3821 Criminal Law II: Substantive Criminal Law 3.0

CRJ-PSC 3041 Constitutional Law I: Foundations (WRT course) 3.0

CRJ-PSC 3042 Constitutional Law II: Civil Rights and Liberties 3.0

Total credits required to complete core requirements: 27.0

Elective Courses: Areas of the Law: (Must Take At Least 3 credits) 3.0

CRJ-PSC 3300 International Human Rights Law 3.0

CRJ-LAW-PSC Rights Now! Your Rights a as College Student 3.0

2955

CRJ-PSC 3225

The Child, The Family, and The Law

3.0

CRJ-PSC 3300

International Human Rights Law

3.0

LAW-MGT 3300 Introduction to Labor and Employment Law 3.0

PSC 3050

International Law and World Politics 3.0

CRJ-LAW-WMS 2940 Gender, Equality, and the Law 3.0

Elective Courses: Practice Skills:

(Must Take At Least 3 credits) 3.0

CRJ 2910 Dispute Resolution: Philosophy and Practice 3.0

HMS-PSY 3300 Basic Counseling Techniques 3.0

LAW 4999 Internship in the Legal Field 3.0 or 6.0

MGT 2940 Effective Negotiation 3.0

PHR 1005 Logic 3.0

Elective Courses: Related Topics:

(Must Take At Least 3 credits) 3.0

CRJ-PSC 1200 The Judicial Process 3.0

CRJ-SOC 1960 Law and Society 3.0

CRJ-ENG-LAW 1980 Law and Literature 3.0

HIS 1400 United States History I Through 1877 3.0

HIS 1401 United States History II 1865 Through Present 3.0

PHR 1006 Ethics 3.0

Total credits required to complete major: 36.0-39.0

Legal Studies (Minor)

credits

Core Requirements: 19.0

LAW 1010 Survey of American Law 3.0

LAW 1050 Legal Reasoning and Argumentation 1.0

LAW 2010 Legal Research and Writing (WRT course) 3.0

LAW 2020 Evidence 3.0

CRJ-PSC 3041 Constitutional Law I: Foundations (WRT course) 3.0

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credits

CRJ 2820 Due Process

or 3.0

CRJ-PSC 3042 Constitutional Law II:

Civil Rights and Civil Liberties

Electives:

3.0

Select any course with the LAW field code or one of the following:

CRJ 2910 Dispute Resolution: Philosophy and Practice 3.0

CRJ-PSC 1200 The Judicial Process 3.0

CRJ-PSC 3225 The Child, the Family, and the Law 3.0

CRJ-PSC 3300 International Human Rights Law 3.0

CRJ-SOC 1960 Law and Society 3.0

CRJ-LAW-WMS 2940 Gender, Equality, and the Law 3.0

MGT 2940 Effective Negotiation 3.0

MGT 3300 Introduction to Labor and Employment Law 3.0

MGT 2010 Business Law I 3.0

PHR 1005 Logic 3.0

PHR 1006 Ethics 3.0

PSC 3050 International Law and World Politics 3.0

Total credits required to complete minor: 22.0

Legal Studies Course Descriptions

LAW 1010 Survey of American Law 3 credits

This course provides a survey of American law, introducing students to Constitutional Law, Criminal Law, Torts, Property Law, Contracts

and Business Law, Family Law, Civil Procedure, Evidence, Criminal Procedure, and Administrative Law and Procedure.

LAW 1050 Legal Reasoning and Argumentation 1 credit

Designed to introduce students to the use of legal reasoning and argumentation in the context of civil or criminal mock trial advocacy. Course

fee associated with course for licensing.

LAW 2010 Legal Research and Writing 3 credits

Students will learn that legal research and writing are processes, with discrete steps, articulable strategy choices, and discernible standards of

excellence. To this end the students will learn how to understand and interpret legal authority structures, identify legal issues, assess sources’

credibility and accuracy, and formulate a line of legal reasoning using those sources. Emphasis will be placed on legal research and the key

role it plays in legal problem solving, as well as on effective writing. Distribution Requirement: WRT.

LAW 2020 Evidence 3 credits

A critical examination of the law and practice relating to evidence in civil and criminal proceedings in the United States. Will seek to develop

students’ knowledge of evidence law and the ability to understand how it operates in practice.

LAW-CRJ-WMS 2940 Gender Equality and the Law 3 credits

Explores the legal rights of men and women and how they have evolved over time. Issues of equal protection, access to education, and

employment, reproductive freedom, and violence will be addressed.

LAW-MGT 3300 Introduction to Labor and Employment Law 3 credits

Students will examine the development of labor and employment laws in the United States. Students will analyze judicial and administrative

application and interpretation of existing federal statutes. Whenever relevant, students will consider covered topics within the context of the

global business environment. Prerequisites: MGT 2010 and MGT 2240.

LAW 4999 Internship in the Legal Field 3 or 6 credits

Career-related external internship focused on any subfield of the law (i.e. criminal law or civil law or both). Prerequisites: Junior or Senior

standing; Completed >15hrs of coursework in the Legal Studies major; Internship contract on file with the Office of Career Services prior to

registration; and Faculty member approval prior to registration. Meets Career Related Internship and graded on S-D-F basis.

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Management

See page 68 and 69-76.

Management Accounting

See page 68, 69, and Accounting course descriptions begin on page 43.

Marketing

See page 68 and 69-77.

Mathematics (Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science)

credits

Core Requirements:

MAT 2010 Calculus I 4 0

MAT 2010L Calculus I Lab 0 0

MAT 2020 Calculus II 4.0

MAT 2020L Calculus II Lab 0 0

MAT 2090 Statistical Methods 4.0

MAT 3010 Calculus III 4.0

MAT 2100 Discrete Mathematics 4.0

MAT 3050 Linear Algebra 4.0

MAT 3060 Abstract Algebra 4.0

MAT 4590 Mathematics Seminar 3.0

(Fall and Winter Terms WRT course)

Total credits required to complete core requirements: 31.0

Option I: Education

Students majoring in mathematics who are seeking certification for Childhood or Adolescence Education should

choose this option. The courses in this option are aligned with NCTM program standards.

MAT 3260 Introduction to Classical and Modern Geometry 3.0

MAT 4605 Theory of Numbers 3.0

Elective: MAT XXXX, one elective at the 3000 or 4000 3.0-4.0

level with MAT 2020 or MAT 2100 as a prerequisite.

One course from each of the following categories:

Mathematical History: 3.0

MAT 2003 Mathematical History: Ancient to Medieval

MAT 1999 Non-European Roots of Mathematics

MAT 2009 Mathematical History: Renaissance to Modern

Continuous Models: 4.0

MAT 3020 Ordinary Differential Equations

MAT 3030 Multivariable Calculus

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credits

Discrete Models: 3.0

MAT 3005 Graph Theory and Discrete Models

MAT 3650 Introduction to Combinatorics

Total credits required to complete Option I 19.0-20.0

Total credits required to complete major with Option I: 50.0-51.0

Option II: Mathematical Sciences: 20.0-21.0

MAT 3020 Ordinary Differential Equations 4.0

MAT 3030 Multivariable Calculus 4.0

MAT 3045 Introduction to Probability 3.0

MAT 3046 Introduction to Mathematical Statistics 3.0

MAT 3610 Introduction to Real Analysis 3.0

Elective: MAT XXXX, one elective at the 3000 or 4000 3.0-4.0

level with MAT 2020 or MAT 2100 as a prerequisite.

Total credits required to complete Option II 20.0-21.0

Total credits required to complete major with Option II: 51.0-52.0

Mathematics (Minor)

credits

MAT 2010 Calculus I 4.0

MAT 2010L Calculus I Lab 0.0

MAT 2020 Calculus II 4.0

MAT 2020L Calculus II Lab 0.0

MAT 3010 Calculus III 4.0

MAT 2100 Discrete Mathematics 4.0

MAT 3050 Linear Algebra 4.0

Electives: Two mathematics courses at the 2000 level 6.0-8.0

or above

Total credits required to complete minor: 26.0-28.0

Placement recommendations for 1000 and 2000 level mathematics courses will be made on the basis of diagnostic

tests such as the mathematics skills inventory given during orientations. Tutorial assistance for many mathematics

courses is available in the Math Lab and the Student Tutorial Center.

Mathematics Course Descriptions

MAT 1000-1001 Essential Mathematical Skills I-II 1 credit each term;

total 2 credits

A modified tutorial program intended to improve the basic quantitative skills of freshmen and other students. The subject matter includes

pre-algebra and elementary algebra. The mathematics skills inventory administered during orientations for new students provides one basis

for this recommendation. Prerequisite for MAT 1001: Instructor’s Signature Required.

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MAT 1030 College Algebra 3 credits

Development of facility in computational and problem-solving procedures by examining the fundamental operations of the real number

system. Topics include a review of basic operations with real numbers, rules of exponents and scientific notation, combining and factoring

polynomials, solving linear and quadratic equations, solving systems of linear equations, inequalities, and absolute values and exponential

and logarithmic functions. Prerequisites: MAT 1000 or an adequate score on the departmental placement test. Distribution Requirement:

MAT and MQR.

MAT 1060 Modeling the Real World with Mathematics 3 credits

An introduction to using formulas, tables, and graphs to model and investigate real-world situations, with particular focus on applications to

business, personal finance, and the health and social sciences. This course provides preparation for various statistics courses. Topics include

linear, absolute value, power, exponential and quadratic function models. Prerequisites: ALEKS mathematics placement exam score of at

least 30 or successful completion of MAT 1000. Distribution Requirement: MQR.

MAT 1070 Finite Mathematics 3 credits

Designed to meet the mathematical quantitative reasoning requirement for students without a strong mathematical background. This course

will expose students to a variety of mathematical ideas with an emphasis on real-world applications. As “Finite Mathematics” is a collective

term for mathematics outside of the traditional calculus sequence, a wide variety of topics may be included including logic, set theory, bases

other than ten, counting techniques and probability, but different topics may be chosen at the discretion of the instructor. Prerequisites:

MAT 1030 or successful completion of the Mathematics Competency Requirement.

MAT 1090 Pre-Calculus 4 credits

This course is designed to prepare students for Calculus courses. Topics include analytical geometry, polynomial and rational functions,

trigonometry, exponential and logarithmic functions, conic sections, graphing and problem solving. Course includes computer lab.

Prerequisite: MAT 1030 or equivalent.

MAT 1092 Pre-Calculus II 4 credits

A continuation of the sequence designed to prepare students for calculus. Topics will include angles and their measures, trigonometric and

inverse trigonometric functions, triangle trigonometry and trigonometric identities. Course includes a computer lab. Prerequisites: MAT 1090

or an adequate score on the departmental placement test. Must be taken with a MAT 1092L lab.

MAT 1092L Pre-Calculus II Lab 0 credits

Is the second in a two term sequence is designed to prepare students for Calculus courses. Topics will include angles and their measures,

trigonometric and inverse trigonometric functions, triangle trigonometry and trigonometric identities. Course includes computer lab. The

computer lab exercises are designed to help students master the material and increase their facility at mathematical calculations and problem

solving. Lab assignments will often be done in groups to provide additional support to the students as they work on mastering the material.

Prerequisites: MAT 1090 or an adequate score on the departmental placement test. Must be taken with a MAT 1092 lecture.

MAT 1200 Secondary Education Mathematics Seminar 1 credit

A course reviewing the material on the New York State Teacher Certification Exam Field 004: Mathematics. Prerequisites: Senior Standing

in the Mathematics Major, Education Option.

MAT 2003 Mathematical History: Ancient to Medieval 3 credits

A survey of the historical development of mathematics from antiquity to the twelfth century. Contributions of mathematics to the sciences

and interactions between mathematics and other aspects of human civilization (such as the arts or the social sciences). Considerable

mathematical content, including problem-solving using historical and modern methods. Prerequisites: MAT 1090 or an adequate score on

the departmental placement test.

MAT 2005 Mathematics for Elementary Teachers I: 3 credits

Number Systems

An overview of number systems and numerical operations, intended to give pre-service elementary teachers a deeper understanding of

numbers and an ability to communicate that knowledge. Topics will include sets, historical, and other numeration systems, arithmetic

operations, and problem solving. Prerequisite: MAT 1030 and MAT 2006.

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MAT 2006 Mathematics for Elementary Teachers II: 3 credits

Geometry and Measurement

This course continues the study of Mathematical content which begins with MAT 2005 (Mathematics for Elementary Teachers I: Number

Systems). The development of number systems and numerical operations is continued and extended to concepts in Geometry and

Measurement. As with the first course in the sequence this is intended to give pre-service elementary school teachers and understanding of

numbers and geometric figures. It is also intended to instill an ability to communicate that knowledge. Topics will include sets, and problem

solving. Geometry as Shape, Transforming Shapes and Measurement. Prerequisite: MAT 2005.

MAT 2009 Mathematical History: Renaissance to Modern 3 credits

A survey of the historical development of mathematics from the twelfth century to the nineteenth century. Contributions of mathematics to

the sciences and interactions between mathematics and other aspects of human civilization (such as the arts or the social sciences).

Considerable mathematical content, including problem-solving using historical and modern methods. Prerequisites: MAT 1090 or an

adequate score on the departmental placement test.

MAT 2010 Calculus I 4 credits

The first course in a unified three-term calculus sequence involving functions of one variable. Limits, continuity, and derivatives of algebraic,

trigonometric, and exponential functions and their inverses. Applications of differentiation to geometry and to the natural and social sciences.

Three hours of computer laboratory per week using mathematical and productivity software. Prerequisites: MAT 1090 or an adequate score

on the departmental placement test. Must be taken with a MAT 2010L lab.

MAT 2010L Calculus I Lab 0 credits

The first course of a (three-term) sequence in calculus of functions of one variable. Students will understand the basic concepts, apply ideas

to solving problems in sciences, and develop the technical facility for the above applications. Topics to be included are: functions and their

graphs, limits and continuity, derivatives and applications of differentiation, and anti-differentiation. Prerequisite: MAT 1090 or an adequate

score on the departmental placement test. Must be taken with a MAT 2010 lecture.

MAT 2020 Calculus II 4 credits

The second course in a unified three-term calculus sequence involving functions of one variable. Antiderivatives and definite integrals of

algebraic, trigonometric, and exponential functions and their inverses, and an introduction to differential equations, with applications to

geometry and to the natural and social sciences. Three hours of computer laboratory per week using a mathematical programming language

and a symbolic algebra system. Prerequisites: MAT 2010 or an adequate score on the departmental placement test.

MAT 2020L Calculus II Lab 0 credits

This is the second course in a unified sequence of courses on the calculus of functions of one variable. Topics will include antiderivatives,

definite integrals and their applications, the calculus of transcendental functions, techniques of integration and an introduction to numerical

integration. Prerequisite: MAT 2010 or an adequate score on the departmental placement test. Must be taken with MAT 2020 lecture.

MAT 2090 Statistical Methods 4 credits

A survey of the principal means of providing and evaluating quantitative data. Topics include descriptive statistics, design and sampling in

statistical studies, probability and probability distributions, estimation and hypothesis testing, and correlation and regression. Prerequisites:

Successful completion of MAT 1030 or MAT 1060, or an ALEKS score of at least 46. Distribution Requirement: MQR.

MAT 2100 Discrete Mathematics 4 credits

Discrete mathematics includes a number of topics which do not belong to the traditional calculus sequence, but which are important to future

educators and all wishing to deepen their understanding of mathematics. This course is an introductory survey. Topics include sets, number

systems, logic, and proof techniques, combinatorics (counting arguments), and introductory graph theory. This course includes laboratory

time where students work together to study the theory and practice of these topics Prerequisites: MAT 1090 or an adequate score on the

departmental placement test.

MAT 3005 Graph Theory and Discrete Models 3 credits

Not that kind of graph. By a graph in this course we mean situations that can be modeled by sets of objects (called vertices) and lines that

connect them (called edges). Think of the airline ads in the newspaper that show all the airline routes connecting various cities. Graph

Theory has applications in a variety of areas including transportation problems, computer networks, data structures and partition problems.

In this course, we will discuss in detail how real life problems lend themselves to a graph theoretical analysis, develop the underlying theory

and show how it can be used to analyze and solve these problems. Prerequisite: MAT 2010.

MAT 3010 Calculus III 4 credits

The third course in a unified three-term calculus sequence involving functions of one variable. Sequences and series of numbers, power series

and Taylor’s theorem. Polar coordinates, vectors in two and three dimensions, and parametric equations. Three hours of computer laboratory

per week using a mathematical programming language and a symbolic algebra system. Prerequisites: MAT 2020 or an adequate score on the

departmental placement test.

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MAT 3020 Ordinary Differential Equations 4 credits

Methodology and theory for solving linear and non-linear ordinary differential equations using analytic, numerical and graphical techniques.

Various applications to real world problems discussed. Includes computer lab using specialized software designed to solve and analyze

differential equations. Prerequisite: MAT 3010.

MAT 3030

Multivariable Calculus

4 credits

An introduction to the calculus of functions of several variables and vector analysis—the mathematical framework for modern physics. Topics

include an introduction to the geometry of Euclidean space, vector valued functions (divergence, gradient and curl), line and surface integrals,

Green’s Theorem, Stokes’ Theorem, and applications to physics. Prerequisite: MAT 3010.

MAT 3045 Introduction to Probability 3 credits

A calculus-based introduction to probability theory, including axiomatic probability theory, random variables and functions of random

variables, conditional probability, moments and moment-generating functions, and the Central Limit Theorem. Prerequisites: MAT 2100

and MAT 3030.

MAT 3046 Introduction to Mathematical Statistics 3 credits

An introduction to statistics based upon calculus and probability theory. Topics will include the theories and practices of: estimation,

hypothesis testing (including likelihood ratio tests), estimation and prediction with linear models, the analysis of variance, the analysis of

categorical data (time permitting), nonparametric statistics, and Bayesian methods. Prerequisite: MAT 3045.

MAT 3050 Linear Algebra 4 credits

A transition from computational mathematics to more theoretical mathematics, but also some powerful mathematical tools that can be

applied in the natural and social sciences. Specific topics include matrix algebra and linear transformations, determinants, systems of linear

equations, finite-dimensional vector spaces, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, and the geometry of Euclidean spaces. This course includes lab

component. Prerequisites: MAT 2100 and MAT 2020.

MAT 3060 Abstract Algebra 4 credits

An introduction to the study of abstract algebraic structures. Algebraic properties of familiar number systems are formalized into axiomatic

systems, and abstract theory is then developed on the basis of the axioms alone. Topics include groups, rings, fields, isomorphisms and

homomorphisms, and quotient structures. This course includes labs to study the theory of algebraic structures. Prerequisite: MAT 3050.

MAT 3155 Numerical Methods 3 credits

An introduction to numerical methods of solving problems for which analytic solutions are either too cumbersome or nonexistent. Emphasis

will be placed on the mathematical development of algorithms suitable for computer application. Various classes of problems common in the

natural sciences and economics will be considered. Prerequisite: MAT 2020.

MAT 3210 Actuarial Mathematics I: Financial Mathematics 3 credits

A study of the basic financial mathematics used by actuaries. Topics include: interest, annuities, loans, bonds, rates of return, cash flows,

and swaps. This course develops some of the material covered on Exam FM of the Society of Actuaries. Prerequisite: MAT 2020.

MAT 3260 Introduction to Classical and Modern Geometry 3 credits

A systematic and axiomatic study of Euclidean and Non-Euclidean geometries. Topics will include Euclid’s geometry and the controversy

about the fifth postulate; alternatives such as the taxicab geometry, hyperbolic geometry, and elliptic geometry. Prerequisite: MAT 2100.

MAT 3610 Introduction to Real Analysis 3 credits

In this course, students are introduced to the analytical techniques of mathematics that depend upon the topology of the real numbers. The

course covers: set theory, including cardinality; the axioms of the real number system and their consequences; the concept of the limit and its

applications in calculus, including integration theory; the convergence of sequences and series of functions of a real variable; and an

introduction to metric spaces as a generalization of real analysis. Prerequisites: MAT 2100 and MAT 3010

MAT 3650 Introduction to Combinatorics 3 credits

Combinatorics is the study of counting, particularly where the set of objects being counted cannot be easily listed. This course will explore

combinatorial problems and methods of their solution. Topics will include fundamental counting techniques, the principle of

inclusion/exclusion, recurrence relations, equivalence relations and distribution problems. Prerequisite: MAT 2100.

MAT 3999 Research in Mathematics 0 or 1 credit

An experience in conducting mathematical research. Topic to be chosen by the student and instructor. Course will include regular

discussions and collaboration with the instructor on all aspects of the research process. The course will culminate in the creation of a final

product (e.g. a research paper, a poster, etc.) and a public presentation.

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MAT 4510 Internship in Mathematics 3 or 6 credits

A supervised experience related to mathematics in the public or private sector. Prerequisite: MAT 2090 and MAT 3050 or permission of the

supervising member of the mathematics faculty and Junior or Senior Standing and supervising instructor’s signature required. Also need to

complete a contract with the Office of Career Services, before registering for course. Meets Career Related Internship and graded on S-D-F

basis.

MAT 4590 Mathematics Seminar 1.5 credits each term;

total 3 credits

A capstone experience for senior mathematics students requiring an extension of their mathematical knowledge into more advanced areas of

study. Oral and written presentations by students are an integral part of this experience. Fulfills WRT-Course Requirement.

MAT 4601 Topology 3 credits

An introduction to the study of geometric properties that are independent of the concepts of shape and size. Topics include set theory, metric

spaces, continuity of functions in general topological spaces, compactness, connectedness, and separation properties, with applications to

Euclidean space. Prerequisites: MAT 2100 and MAT 3010.

MAT 4605 Theory of Numbers 3 credits

An investigation of the properties of integers. Topics include divisibility, unique prime factorization, the Euclidean algorithm, linear

congruence’s and linear Diophantine equations, multiplicative number-theoretical functions, and primitive roots. Prerequisites: MAT 2100

and MAT 2020.

MAT 4610 Real Analysis 3 credits

An in-depth study of fundamental concepts and theorems of calculus. Topics include fundamental theorems on limits and continuity,

differentiation, integration, implicit functions, and convergence. Prerequisite: MAT 3610.

MAT 4620 Complex Analysis 3 credits

A survey of the theory and selected applications of classical complex analysis. Topics include the arithmetic of complex numbers, analytic

function theory, differentiation and integration of complex functions, complex power series, and the theory of residues. Prerequisites: MAT

2100 and MAT 3010.

MAT 4630 An Introduction to Field Theory and 3 credits

The Classical Problems of Antiquity

An overview of the ideas from introductory level field theory that lead to the study of Galois Theory. Topics will be traced historically,

beginning with the three classical problems of antiquity, squaring the circle, doubling the cube and trisecting an angle. Discussions will

proceed through some extremely important ideas and mathematical results such as the transcendental nature of e and π and investigations of

constructible numbers and solving polynomials by radicals. Prerequisite: MAT 3050 or 3060 or permission of the instructor.

MAT 4650 Applied Combinatorics 3 credits

An investigation of advanced counting techniques that are useful in fields such as computer science, discrete operations research, and

probability. Enumerative methods will be developed and their logical structure investigated. Topics may include graph theory, generating

functions, recurrence relations, combinatorial modeling, and combinatorial proofs. Prerequisites: MAT 2100 and MAT 2020.

Media Studies Course Descriptions

MCD-ENG-SPC 1111 Media Studies 3 credits

Offers both a broad survey of the history of mass media and an introduction to methods of analysis associated with Cultural and Media

Studies.

MCD--ENG 1350 The American Comic Tradition 3 credits

Centers comics as both artists and entrepreneurs within a distinctly American cultural tradition, which is inextricable from national

infrastructure and ideology. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

MCD 1400 The Wide World of Sports 3 credits

Treats sports as a set of cultural products mass-marketed to a global audience, and considers diverse construction, distribution, consumption,

and reception contexts for some of the most popular leagues, events, franchises, and players. Distribution Requirement: GLP.

MCD-AMS-ENG 1650 HBO, From Pulp to Prestige 3 credits

Treats the premium television network founded in 1972 as a synecdoche – a representative artifact – the study of which reveals the cultural,

economic, and political patterns of U.S. mass media during the past half-century.

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MCD-ART 2200 Electronic Art Studio 3 credits

An introductory electronic studio art course utilizing image-video-audio editing software in conjunction with Internet resources to create art

projects that incorporate website-blog technology and on-line publishing-marketing.

MCD-ENG 3300 Professional Communications 3 credits

An introduction to written, oral, and multimedia communication in professional settings with a focus on job-seeking, workplace collaboration,

and digital technology. Prerequisite: WRT 1050.

MCD-ENG 3340 Critical Theory and Cultural Studies 3 credits

An introduction to contemporary critical theory, a dynamic academic field that provides a rich variety of interdisciplinary approaches to the

study of literature, mass media, economics, the environment, and cultural studies in general. Approaches introduced include Gender Studies,

Psychological Criticism, Postcolonial Studies, Ecocriticism, Media Studies, Cultural Economy, and Race and Ethnicity Studies. Distribution

Requirement: WEP. Meets WRT-Course Requirement.

MCD-AMS-ENG 3350 U.S. Media Revolutions 3 credits

Focusing exclusively on U.S. texts and contexts, traces a series of revolutions in media technology from the penny press to the smartphone.

Distribution Requirement: WEP.

MCD 4000 Projects in Media, Communication, and Design 1 credit

Capstone course for Media Studies, Communications, and Design Majors focusing on large-scale projects developed in consultation with

the instructor.

Medical Humanities (Minor)

credits

Required Courses:

HUM 1050 Narrative Medicine 3.0

Electives: Five courses selected from the list below required 15.0

in at least three different field codes.

Approved Electives:

AMS-HMS-NSG 2935 Illness and Death in America 3.0

ANT 2600 Medical Anthropology and Public Health 3.0

ANT 3610 Defense Against the Dark Arts: Cross-Cultural 3.0

Sorcery and Healing

ART-HMS 1030 Introduction to Art Therapy 3.0

ENG 2970 Posthumanism 3.0

FAR 3950 To Be Human 3.0

HIS 2710 History of Medicine 3.0

HIS 2740 Plagues and Peoples: Disease in World History 3.0

HLS-HMS-NSG 2920 Health Perspectives on Vulnerable Populations 3.0

HMS 1940 Mental Illness in the Media 3.0

HMS-NSG 2030 End-of-Life Issues 3.0

HMS-PSY 2630 Integrative Wellness and Well-being 3.0

PHR 2006 Critical Perspectives on Race and Gender in 3.0

Biomedical Ethics

PSY 1980 Conversations with Dead People 3.0

PSY 2800 Health Psychology 3.0

SOC 2110 Medical Sociology 3.0

SPA 1000 Medical Spanish and the Latinx Populations 3.0

in the US

Total credits required to complete minor: 18.0

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Medical Humanities Course Descriptions

HUM 1050 Narrative Medicine 3 credits

The care of the sick unfolds in stories. Narrative Medicine advocates for patients to voice their experiences. Doing so hones a patient’s truth:

the act of authoring one’s illness in narrative brings the patient and practitioner into a space of discovery about what illness and wellness

mean to the patient. Practitioners, delegated with the duty of active listening, gain deeper understanding of being sick. Close reading of these

narratives offers practitioners an opportunity to join patients in their experiences.

HUM 1300 Medical Humanities 3 credits

In this course, will study what living is, beyond the scope of science, medicine, nursing and allied health care practice. Students will gain

broad comprehension of “what living is” through literature, media, social sciences and art with the goal of developing liberal manners of

observation and analysis beyond empiricism. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

Military Science and Leadership Course Descriptions

MSL 1101 Foundations of Officership 1 credit

Students examine the US defense structure in terms of organization, mission, personnel, and relationships among and between military forces

and branches and departments of the government. The U.S. Army force structure is examined at all levels. The complexities and magnitude

of operating the defense organization are studied to provide a framework for subsequent instruction. Students develop skills in conducting

oral and written presentations.

MSL 1101L Foundations of Officership Lab 2 credits

Students examine the US defense structure in terms of organization, mission, personnel, and relationships among and between military forces

and branches and departments of the government. The U.S. Army force structure is examined at all levels. The complexities and magnitude

of operating the defense organization are studied to provide a framework for subsequent instruction. Students develop skills in conducting

oral and written presentations.

MSL 1102 Foundations in Leadership 1 credit

Students develop a basic understanding in theories of social-organizational psychology and behavior as they apply to the military setting.

Students learn by examining different types of leaders; the sources and exercise of authority; and the impact of varying leadership styles,

resource management, motivation, and organizational effectiveness. This course imparts conceptual knowledge of integrity, ethics, and

professionalism, and includes discussion of historic military events and strategies.

MSL 1102L Foundations in Leadership Lab 2 credits

Students develop a basic understanding in theories of social/organizational psychology and behavior as they apply to the military setting.

Students learn by examining different types of leaders; the sources and exercise of authority; and the impact of varying leadership styles,

resource management, motivation, and organizational effectiveness. This course imparts conceptual knowledge of integrity, ethics, and

professionalism, and includes discussion of historic military events and strategies.

MSL 2201 Individual Leadership Studies-Teamwork 1 credit

Students explore the dimensions of creative and innovative tactical leadership strategies and styles by examining team dynamics and historical

leadership theories. The focus of this course is on the continued development of each teach member’s individual leadership skills while

developing the leadership skills required in leading a squad-sized element.

MSL 2201L Individual Leadership Studies-Teamwork Lab 2 credits

Students explore the dimensions of creative and innovative tactical leadership strategies and styles by examining team dynamics and historical

leadership theories. The focus of this course is on the continued development of each teach member’s individual leadership skills while

developing the leadership skills required in leading a squad-sized element.

MSL 2202 Small Organizational Operation 1 credit

Students are introduced to the fundamentals of Army leadership and management techniques. Focus is placed on mission, organization, and

composition of small unit teams; principles of offensive and defensive operations while utilizing firepower, movement techniques, and

operational communications; and introduction to troop leading procedures.

MSL 2202L Small Organizational Operation Lab 2 credits

Students are introduced to the fundamentals of Army leadership and management techniques. Focus is placed on mission, organization, and

composition of small unit teams; principles of offensive and defensive operations while utilizing firepower, movement techniques, and

operational communications; and introduction to troop leading procedures.

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MSL 3301 Leadership and Problem Solving 2 credits

Students are given a detailed introduction to the Leadership Development Program (LDP). The LDP guides the student through the

application of leadership principles and teamwork while managing a military organization. Students will use the Army’s small unit decision

making model (Troop Leading Procedures) to develop solutions to complex situations, and communicate their solutions using the 5-Paragraph

Operation Order format. This course also provides continued improvement upon basic military skills, rifle marksmanship, land navigation,

drill and ceremony.

MSL 3301L Leadership and Problem Solving Lab 2 credits

Students are given a detailed introduction to the Leadership Development Program (LDP). The LDP guides the student through the

application of leadership principles and teamwork while managing a military organization. Students will use the Army’s small unit decision

making model (Troop Leading Procedures) to develop solutions to complex situations, and communicate their solutions using the 5-Paragraph

Operation Order format. This course also provides continued improvement upon basic military skills, rifle marksmanship, land navigation,

and drill and ceremony.

MSL 3302 Leadership and Ethics 2 credits

Students analyze the nature of decision-making and how to tactically employ a military team. With the use of interactive discussions and

extensive practical exercises, the students will comprehend the factors that influence a leader’s decision; master the processes of planning,

coordinating, and directing the operations of military units; and demonstrate these abilities as they create and execute Operation Plans and

Operation Orders.

MSL 3302L Leadership and Ethics Lab 2 credits

Students analyze the nature of decision-making and how to tactically employ a military team. With the use of interactive discussions and

extensive practical exercises, the students will comprehend the factors that influence a leader’s decision; master the processes of planning,

coordinating, and directing the operations of military units; and demonstrate these abilities as they create and execute Operation Plans and

Operation Orders.

MSL 4401 Leadership and Management 2 credits

Through dynamic instruction, the student will master the requirements of all small-unit leaders; communication skills; Army operations;

logistical support to the Army in the field; and the Army training system. Additionally, planned seminars and detailed case study will impart

knowledge of the law of war, ethics, leadership fundamentals, and professionalism.

MSL 4401L Leadership and Management Lab 2 credits

Through dynamic instruction, the student will master the requirements of all small-unit leaders; communication skills; Army operations;

logistical support to the Army in the field; and the Army training system. Additionally, planned seminars and detailed case study will impart

knowledge of the law of war, ethics, leadership fundamentals, and professionalism.

MSL 4402 Officership 2 credits

This is a continuation of MSL 4401. Conferences and seminars examine the techniques of effective military leadership. Special attention is

given to professionalism and ethical considerations of the Armed Forces during times of peace and times of conflict. Skills that have been

developed throughout the four-year US Army ROTC curriculum are honed and a final emphasis is placed on mastering Army operations and

basic Army doctrine. This is a capstone course designed to prepare the Cadet for commissioning as a Second Lieutenant in the US Army.

MSL 4402L Officership Lab 2 credits

This is a continuation of MSL 4401L. Conferences and seminars examine the techniques of effective military leadership. Special attention

is given to professionalism and ethical considerations of the Armed Forces during times of peace and times of conflict. Skills that have been

developed throughout the four-year US Army ROTC curriculum are honed and a final emphasis is placed on mastering Army operations and

basic Army doctrine. This is a capstone course designed to prepare the Cadet for commissioning as a Second Lieutenant in the US Army.

Natural Sciences Course Descriptions

NSC 2000H Problem Solving With Microprocessors 3 credits

An introduction to the Arduino prototyping platform and C++ programming. Topics will include developing prototypes with sensors and

modules, programming the sensors in C++ (including compiling and debugging code), and using 3D printing to create user-specific cases and

housings. Prerequisite: Enrollment in the Honor’s Program or Permission of the Instructor.

NSC 2590 Sophomore Science Seminar 1 credit

This course will cover introductory scientific reading and writing. Develop scientific communication and comprehension skills plus critical

thinking abilities. Prerequisites: Sophomore standing or above for science majors (biology, biochemistry, chemistry, clinical lab science, and

environmental science).

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NSC 3590 Junior Science Seminar 1 credit

A junior-level seminar course for natural sciences majors with a focus on career preparation, critical thinking, and analysis of scientific

literature. Students attend and critique scientific presentations by distinguished guest speakers in the Lecture Series in the Sciences.

Prerequisites: Junior or Senior major in Biology, Biochemistry, Clinical Lab Science, Chemistry, or Environmental Science.

Nursing (Bachelor of Science)

The major in Nursing provides learning opportunities that assist the student in developing professional

competencies. Concepts from natural and behavioral sciences, liberal arts, and nursing science are integrated

throughout the curriculum.

The program:

1. Offers a major in nursing grounded in a liberal arts education.

2. Prepares graduates for professional practice in a variety of health care settings.

3. Provides a foundation for graduate study in nursing.

Upon successful completion of the four-year basic program, the graduate is required to take the National Council

of State Boards Examination to be licensed as a Registered Nurse.

The Nurse Education Program is fully accredited by NYSED and by the Accreditation Commission for Education

in Nursing Inc., 3343 Peachtree Road, NE, Suite 850, Atlanta, Georgia 30326, phone number 404-975-5000,

www.acenursing.org, and is a member of the American Association of Colleges of Nursing and the National League

of Nursing.

credits

Required Courses:

NSG 2010* Introduction to Professional Nursing 3.0

NSG 2640 Foundations of Quality and Safety for 4.0

Nursing Practice

NSG 3110 Nursing Care of Adult Clients 6.0

NSG 3111 Nursing Care of Women’s Health Clients 3.0

NSG 3112 Nursing Care of Critically Ill Clients 3.0

NSG 3115 Health Assessment of Clients Across the Life Span

3.0

NSG 3210 Professional Seminar 3.0

NSG 3900 Nursing Care of Mental Health Clients 3.0

NSG 4009 Nursing Care of Family Clients 3.0

NSG 4011 Nursing Care of Pediatric Clients 3.0

NSG 4120 Nursing Care of Community Clients (WRT course) 6.0

NSG 4510 Nursing Career Related Field Experience 6.0

credits

Prerequisite and Co-requisite Courses:

BIO 1110 Introduction to Microbiology 3.0

BIO 1110L Introduction to Microbiology Lab 1.0

BIO 1210 Anatomy and Physiology I 4.0

BIO 1210L Anatomy and Physiology I Lab 0.0

BIO 1211 Anatomy and Physiology II 4.0

BIO 1211L Anatomy and Physiology II Lab 0.0

BIO 3000 Epidemiology 3.0

BIO 3310 Human Physiology and Pharmacology 3.0

CHE 1010 Introductory Chemistry 4.0

CHE 1010L Introductory Chemistry Lab 0.0

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courses

PHR 1006* Ethics

3.0

HLS 2030* Health Care Ethics

PSY 1010 Introductory Psychology 3.0

SOC 1010 Introductory Sociology 3.0

NSG-EDU 2400 Introduction to Research 3.0

MAT 2090 Statistical Methods 4.0

There is an advanced placement option for Registered Nurses who seek a Bachelor of Science degree with

a major in Nursing.

Students who hold a current RN License must take the following nursing courses:

NSG 3000 Perspectives of Professional Nursing Care 3.0

(WRT course)

NSG 3115 Health Assessment of Clients Across the Life Span 3.0

NSG 3210 Professional Seminar 3.0

NSG 4009 Nursing Care of Family Clients 3.0

NSG 4120 Nursing Care of Community Clients (WRT course) 6.0

Total credits to complete the major: 84.0

*Required of non-licensed students only.

Elective - Recommended:

NSG 4210 Critical Thinking and Clinical Decision 1.0-3.0

Making in Nursing

Transfer students must contact the Director of Nurse Education for proper placement of transfer

nursing credit.

Transfer students must contact the Director of Nurse Education for proper placement of transfer nursing credit.

To be admitted to the first required nursing course in the major a student must have an overall GPA of 2.7 and “C”

(2.0) in each prerequisite and co-requisite course required for the major and have taken two required science courses

for the major. Students must maintain a “C” (2.0) in each prerequisite and co-requisite course in the major and

maintain a GPA of 2.7 throughout the program. Students must earn a “C+” (2.3) in each required nursing (NSG)

course to progress to the next required nursing course. A required nursing course with a “C” (2.5) or less must be

repeated. Only one nursing course can be repeated. A student who does not earn a “C+” (2.3 or higher) in the

repeated course is dismissed from the nursing program. A student who does not earn a “C+” in two required nursing

courses is dismissed from the program.

Students must meet program requirements including, but not limited to, child abuse and criminal background

checks, health status and requirements, and Professional CPR.

Students must provide their own transportation for clinical experiences. Prior to graduation, non-licensed

students are required to take a NCLEX review course, which is arranged by the Program. Additional expenses and

policies specific to the Nurse Education Program are in the

Nurse Education Program Student Handbook

. Policies and

requirements are subject to change at any time.

Note: An applicant who has been convicted of a crime may not be eligible for clinical placement that is required

for the program. Graduates of the program who have been convicted of a crime may not be eligible for licensure as

a Registered Professional Nurse. For information, contact the state in which licensure is desired.

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Nursing Course Descriptions

NSG 2010 Introduction to Professional Nursing 3 credits

This introductory nursing course centers on theories and concepts relevant to professional nursing practice. Students will focus on self-

assessment and the internal and external factors which influence the role of the student nurse and the transition to professional practice.

Prerequisites: Sophomore standing in nursing. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

NSG-HMS 2030 End-of-Life Issues 3 credits

Examination of end-of-life issues from a multidisciplinary perspective including physical, psychological, social, cultural and spiritual aspects

of dying. Open to non-nursing majors. Distribution Requirement: GLP.

NSG-EDU 2400 Introduction to Research 3 credits

This course provides students from a variety of majors with the ability to evaluate published research within their discipline. It also allows

students the opportunity to work with students from multiple majors promoting interdisciplinary collaboration. It covers the information

necessary for critically examining research and integrating various sources of evidence from research results. Prerequisites: Math Competency.

NSG 2510 Fundamentals of Nursing Care I 2 credits

A laboratory/practicum course that focuses on the student in a transition who is acquiring skills basic to provide safe, quality patient care in

the practice of nursing. Experiences will be provided in a long-term care health care setting. Prerequisite: NSG 2010. Fundamentals of Nursing

Care I can be taken prior to or at the same time with NSG 3115 Health Assessment of Clients Across the Life Span.

NSG 2520 Fundamentals of Nursing Care II 3 credits

The second laboratory/practicum course continues to focus on the student in transition. Through the ongoing use of the nursing process the

student develops additional skills for the care of the client in institutional health care settings. Prerequisite: NSG 2510 and NSG 3115.

NSG 2640 Foundations of Quality and Safety for Nursing Practice 4 credits

This is theory and practicum course focuses on students acquiring foundational competencies basic to the practice of safe, quality nursing

care. Through the use of the nursing process, the student applies basic communication skills in establishing a nurse-client relationship and

provides care for clients in the long-term and acute health care environment. Prerequisite: NSG 2010.

NSG 3000 Perspectives of Professional Nursing Care 3 credits

Theories, processes and concepts selected from nursing and other relevant fields of the arts and sciences will be studied in relation to the

professional self-system of the student. Emphasis will be placed on the assessment of internal and external factors that influence the role of

the student who is in the process of transition towards professional practice. Prerequisite: Registered Nurse status. Fulfills WRT-Course

Requirement.

NSG 3110 Nursing Care of Adult Clients 6 credits

This clinical course focuses on the study of nursing as a process with the individual, as a client. Basic concepts of medical-surgical nursing will

be applied to adult clients at different points on the health-illness continuum. Prerequisite: NSG 2640 and NSG 3115.

NSG 3111

Nursing Care of Women’s Health Clients 3 credits

A clinical nursing course that uses the nursing process to study developmental disruption in the individual client. The prenatal and newborn

cycle are studied as developmental disruptions. Prerequisite: NSG 2520 and NSG 3115. Must be taken concurrently with NSG 3112.

NSG 3112 Nursing Care of Critically Ill Clients 3 credits

A clinical nursing course that uses the nursing process to study situational disruption in the individual client. The critically ill adult is studied

as a situational discontinuity. Prerequisite: NSG 3110. Must be taken concurrently with NSG 3111.

NSG 3115 Health Assessment of Clients Across the Life Span 3 credits

This laboratory course focuses on data collection and nursing diagnostic components of the nursing process. Laboratory activities will provide

the student with an opportunity to develop skills in conducting the health history and physical assessment of clients across the life span.

Prerequisite: Registered Nurse Status or Sophomore standing in nursing.

NSG 3210 Professional Seminar 3 credits

A seminar that explores the influences of political, economic and societal trends on the nursing profession. Utilizing presentation, debating

and lobbying techniques, students continue to develop their skills in critical analysis. One all day field trip may be required. Prerequisite:

NSG 2640 or 3000 and 3110.

NSG 3900 Nursing Care of Mental Health Clients 3 credits

A clinical course that uses the nursing process to plan care for the client who experiences psychiatric-mental health disruption. Concepts of

psychiatric nursing will be framed using systems theory and the transitional process. Prerequisite: NSG 2640 and 3110.

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NSG 4009 Nursing Care of Family Clients 3 credits

A clinical course focusing on the effects of developmental and situational disruption within a family, Prerequisite: NSG 3900. Must be taken

concurrently with NSG 4011 for pre-licensure students.

NSG 4011 Nursing Care of Pediatric Clients 3 credits

A clinical course focusing on the effects of developmental and situational disruption of children and adolescents within a family. Prerequisites:

NSG 2640.

NSG 4120 Nursing Care of Community Clients 6 credits

A clinical course which studies the community system’s adaptive abilities in health promotion, health maintenance, and health restoration. The

student will have the opportunity to utilize the nursing process identifying the community as the client, assessing internal and external

disruptions of the community. Students are expected to provide own transportation during clinical rotations, some travel is involved.

Prerequisite: NSG 4009, 4011, and BIO 3000. Fulfills WRT-Course Requirement.

NSG 4200 Health and Aging 3 credits

Exploration of physiological and psychosocial issues related to aging. Health and illness needs discussed with a focus on the resources needed

and available. Nursing role emphasized. Prerequisites: BIO 1210 and BIO 1211.

NSG 4210 Critical Thinking and Clinical Decision Making 1 to 3 credits

in Nursing

This course synthesizes concepts from the biological, psychological, social and nursing sciences as a foundation for enhancing the student’s

ability to solve complex clinical problems. Meta-cognitive theory and use of meta-cognitive strategies will be stressed as key to critical thinking

and clinical decision making. Prerequisite: NSG 4009 and NSG 4011.

NSG 4510 Nursing Career Related Field Experience 6 credits

This capstone experience provides the student the opportunity to explore a career role in nursing. Principles of nursing leadership are

incorporated into a synthesis of all previous nursing coursework and experiences. Prerequisites: All other Nurse Education Program

requirements.

Philosophy and Religion Course Descriptions

PHR 1005 Logic 3 credits

Basic formal logic with applications to law, philosophy, and social policy. Distribution Requirements: MQR and WEP.

PHR 1006 Ethics 3 credits

A study of moral theory and its history. Moral issues, including abortion, preferential treatment, sexual morality, privacy, and capital punishment

are considered. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

PHR 1020 Introduction to Religion 3 credits

Introduction to the academic and comparative study of religion. Distribution Requirements: WEP.

PHR 1100 Religion and The Modern World 3 credits

Introduction to how religious traditions shape and are shaped by the global dimensions of modernity. Distribution Requirement: GLP.

PHR 1200 Religion and Popular Culture 3 credits

An introduction to the relationship between religion and popular culture. Distribution Requirement: GLP.

PHR-ENG-LAL 1450 The Arts of Persuasion in Daily Life 3 credits

Surveys diverse rhetorical traditions throughout European and North American history with an emphasis on how historical theories of

persuasion relate to contemporary life. Authors studied include Isocrates, Aristotle, Aphthonius, Quintilian, Christine de Pizan, Gloria

Anzaldúa, and Malea Powell.

PHR 2006 Critical Perspectives on Race and Gender in Biomedical Ethics 3 credits

This course focuses on various moral issues related to biomedical ethics, focusing on race and gender. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

PHR-ARH- HIS 2017H Why Does Art Matter? 3 credits

Defining art broadly to include literature, the visual arts, and theater, this course explores one of the “enduring questions” in the history of

Western thought and culture—why does art matter? Focus is on the historical debate about the value and meaning of the arts; the place of art

in a democracy; the role of the arts in the twenty-first century. Prerequisite: Enrollment in the Honors Program or permission of the instructor.

Distribution Requirement: WEP.

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PHR 2030 Old Testament 3 credits

The development of the important doctrines of Judaism in the context of their histori-cal development from the Exodus to the Roman

occupation and in relation to the cultural influences of Egypt, Mesopotamia, and Canaan.

PHR 2040 New Testament 3 credits

Origins and development of Christianity in the historical crisis of the first century A.D. The historical problem of the life and teaching of

Jesus. Influences of Judaism and Hellenism in the early formation of Christian thought.

PHR 2130 Hinduism, Buddhism 3 credits

A study of the development of Indian religious thought and the systems of Hindu and Buddhist thought and practice. Distribution

Requirement: NWP.

PHR 2140 Chinese Religions and Islam 3 credits

An examination of the origins, development, and influences of Confucianism and Taoism in ancient China and later, and of Islam in the

Arabic World. Distribution Requirement: NWP.

PHR-ANT 2150 Ancient Religions 3 credits

An introduction to ancient religious traditions throughout the world. Distribution Requirements: NWP.

PHR-ANT 2160 Indigenous Religions 3 credits

An introduction to numerous indigenous, tribal, and ethnic religious traditions throughout the world and throughout history. Distribution

Requirement: NWP.

PHR-ENG 2310 After Empire: Postcolonial Theory And Literature 3 credits

One of the characteristic features of the modern period is the expropriation of wealth from poorer nations by wealthier ones. The course

surveys various attempts in literature and theory to make sense of this process. Distribution Requirements: GLP.

PHR-ENG 2430 Rhetorical Economics 3 credits

An introduction to influential writing by economists from the eighteenth century to the present, including Adam Smith, John Stuart Mill,

John Maynard Keynes, and Milton Friedman. Readings represent efforts by economists to persuade the public about the nature and

importance of their profession and the conflicting world views within it.

PHR 3050 Philosophy of Religion 3 credits

Classic issues in interpreting the meaning of religion: faith and reason, existence of God, philosophical-scientific truth and religious truth,

natural and supernatural. Prerequisite: Prior coursework in Philosophy, Religion, English, or Classics.

PHR-SOC 3100 The Frankfurt School 3 credits

This course surveys key writings of members the Frankfurt School including Walter Benjamin, Theodor Adorno, Max Horkheimer, Herbert

Marcuse, and Jürgen Habrmas. Together, these philosophers sought to provide a philosophical critique of various modern institutions.

PHR-ENG- History of Literary Criticism and Theory 3 credits

LAL 3319

An introduction to the history of literary theory and criticism, beginning with the classical approaches of Plato and Aristotle. Also includes

an introduction to modern literary theory, covering several of the more influential approaches to reading and thinking about literature.

Prerequisite: Any of ENG 2020, ENG 2021, ENG 2022, ENG 2042, ENG 2043 or ENG 2044. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

PHR-WMS 3333 Feminist Philosophy 3 credits

This course serves as an introduction to feminist thought as it relates to philosophical questions. This course will be an historical and topical

introduction with a focus on recent feminist thought in the United States and Europe. Prerequisites: WMS 1000.

PHR-ANT 3801 Belief, Cosmology and Religion 3 credits

Introduction to the different belief-systems, spiritual concepts and religions found in human societies cross-culturally, exploring specialized areas,

including but not limited to, myth, ritual, witchcraft, magic, symbolism, totemism, altered states of consciousness, and revitalization movements.

Distribution Requirement: NWP.

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Physical Education Athletic Coaching

The below classes meet the New York State Education Department requirements to receive a coaching certificate

and coach in the public schools. Once courses are complete, an application process to the state education

department must take place This application process is done through the public schools. The certificate candidate

is not qualified to teach physical education. For example, a person with certification as an English Teacher, by

completing the requirements for this certification, could coach in the public schools.

Students interested in seeking coaching certification should contact Ms. Rhonda Faunce, Director of Athletics,

Emerson Hall, (607) 735-1732, rfaunce@elmira.edu. The HEGIS number is 5506.10.

credits

The requirements for this certificate are:

PED 1112 CPR, First Aid, and Professional Rescuer 3.0

PED 2604 Philosophy, Principles and Organization of 3.0

Athletics in Education

PED 3110 Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries 3.0

PED 3115 Theory and Techniques of Coaching 3.0

Total credits required to complete certificate: 12.0

Physical Education Course Descriptions

PED 1002 Badminton Skills 1 credit

To develop the fundamental skills—grips, types service, strokes, net play, offensive and defensive single and double strategies. Terminology,

equipment, etiquette and rules of play. Distribution Requirement: PEW.

PED 1007 Introductory Bowling 1 credit

In bowling, the student will learn the correct fundamentals of the three, four, or five-step approach, proper techniques for picking up splits,

and the rules of scoring. Fees associated with course. Distribution Requirement: PEW.

PED 1012 Beginning Yoga I 1 credit

This course will explore the way in which Yoga affects the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual centers of human beings. Students will learn the

fundamental way to relax and energize through practicing yoga poses, breathing techniques, and mediation. Distribution Requirement: PEW.

PED 1013 Beginning Yoga II 1 credit

Will introduce additional basic practices of yoga. It will include postures, breathing techniques and other related practices. Participants will

learn the fundamental way to relax and energize through mind, body, and breath. This course is intended to be a continuation of Beginning

Yoga I. Prerequisite: PED 1012. Distribution Requirement: PEW.

PED 1015 Horsemanship 1 credit

The primary purpose of Horsemanship is to provide students with skills and knowledge in handling of horses, caring for horses, and

nutritional needs of horses, riding of horses in the safest possible way. Students will also learn Horse Anatomy, kinds of tack and tack parts.

Fees associated with course. Distribution Requirement: PEW.

PED 1025 Ice Skating Skills 1 credit

Techniques, knowledge and skills—to learn or improve what student already knows. Glides and rotation, balance on all four edges,

demonstrate proper stop, turns, spins. Skating backward, forward. Equipment selection, care. Distribution Requirement: PEW.

PED 1030 Pilates 1 credit

Pilates is a total body conditioning exercise. Pilates from both western and eastern cultures will be studied. Distribution Requirement: PEW.

PED 1039 Racquetball Skills 1 credit

Designed to develop an understanding of the basic rules, scoring, and the stroke skills needed to play the game. The course will deal with

types of courts, rules basic to playing singles, doubles, and cut throat and the fundamental stroke skills for serving, return serve, forehand,

and backhand. Distribution Requirement: PEW.

PED 1040 Table Tennis 1 credit

To develop skills to play singles and doubles games. Knowledge of rules, etiquette, equipment and terminology. Distribution Requirement:

PEW.

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PED 1041 Volleyball Skills 1 credit

Upon completing this course, the student will be able to demonstrate all the basic skills needed to play volleyball in game situations.

Distribution Requirement: PEW.

PED 1044 Physical Conditioning 1 credit

Designed to enable the student to gain insight into the physiological, psychological and aspects of conditioning to study the energy systems,

cardiovascular and respiratory conditioning systems, weight training, stretching, and overall conditioning programs. Distribution

Requirement: PEW.

PED 1065 Beginning Self-Defense 1 credit

This course is a basic self-defense course that requires no previous self-defense training. It is a basic confrontation management program. The

students will learn that proper awareness and avoidance tactics are the best tactics for safety. The student will perform basic blocking, parrying

and strikes as well as evasions and escapes. The course will emphasize the three aspects of self-defense: emotional, psychological, and physical.

The course will include ways one can increase their awareness, manage confrontations in a positive manner, and give one options in

threatening situations. No prerequisites. Distribution Requirement: PEW.

PED 1070 Karate 1 credit

This course is designed to teach a basic knowledge of the techniques and philosophy of Karate. Distribution Requirement: PEW.

PED 1080 Beginning Taekwondo 1 credit

Beginning taekwondo is an introductory course covering the basic tenets and techniques of taekwondo. Distribution Requirement: PEW.

PED 1112 CPR, First Aid, and Professional Rescuer 3 credits

An introduction to the concepts and skills necessary to administer proper First Aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, and Basic Life Support. The

course is taught using American Red Cross materials as well as additional information provided by the instructor. Fees associated with course.

PED 1135 American Red Cross Life Guard Training 3 credits

The individual will be provided with knowledge and skills in preventive life guarding, emergencies, water rescues, and special situations as

prescribed by the American Red Cross Lifeguarding-Lifesaving course. Persons receiving grade of “B” or better will receive a life guarding card

from the American Red Cross. Distribution Requirement: PEW.

PED 1151 Beginning Tennis 1 credit

Designed to enable the student to acquire a basic knowledge and understanding of tennis and to develop basic tennis skills and techniques.

Distribution Requirement: PEW.

PED 1154 Beginning Golf 1 credit

To develop an understanding of basic skills—swings, putting. Knowledge of equipment, rules of golf, etiquette, scoring, basic handicapping

methods, history and current golf personalities. To play a respectable game of golf. Distribution Requirement: PEW. Fees associated with

course.

PED 1162 Physical Education For the Classroom Teacher 1.5 credits

The course introduces prospective teachers to concepts of physical education that can be incorporated into a curriculum that helps school-

age students to understand that regular lifelong physical activity is a foundation for a healthy, productive, and fulfilling life. Pre-service teachers

will actively participate in physical education activities that demonstrate their understandings of key concepts learned. No prerequisites.

Distribution Requirement: PEW.

PED 2012 Yoga III 2 credits

Yoga III studies a variety of yoga styles as well as the history, philosophy, and science of yoga. Students will practice yoga postures and apply

facts and concepts derived from recent studies about fitness and yoga.

Prerequisites: PED 1012 and 1013.

PED 2604 Philosophy, Principles and Organization of 3 credits

Athletics in Education

Basic philosophy and principles as integral parts of physical education and general education; state, local and national regulations and policies

related to athletics; legal considerations; function and organization of leagues and athletic associates in New York State; personal standards

for the responsibilities of the coach as an educational leader; public relations; general safety procedures, general principles of school budgets,

records, purchasing, and use of facilities.

PED 3110 Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries 3 credits

This course is an introduction to the basic concepts of Sports Medicine. Will explore the prevention, evaluation, treatment and rehabilitation

of athletic injuries. Will include extensive hands-on experience, guest speakers and field trips to local hospitals and Sports Medicine Clinics.

Fees associated with course.

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PED 3115 Theory and Techniques of Coaching 3 credits

This course can include an internship in the specific sport under the supervision of a master coach or director of physical education as a

substantial portion of the course hours. However, an introductory classroom phase must be provided to cover the basic concepts common to

all sports. This course should include a brief history of interschool sports in New York State, objectives, rules, regulations and policies; teaching

methods; performance skills; special training and conditioning of athletics in specific sports; covered fitting of equipment; special safety

precautions; and officiating methods.

PED 3210 Games for Elementary Pupils 1.5 credits

The student will become familiar with a wide range of indoor and outdoor games for the elementary level and be able to organize, teach and

supervise these games. Distribution Requirement: PEW.

Physics Course Descriptions

PHY 1030 The World of Physics 4 credits

This course is meant to acquaint students outside the sciences with some current ideas on the nature of the physical world. Algebra and a bit

of trigonometry will be used. Substantial use will be made of demonstrations and visual aids. Typical topics will include motion, energy,

matter, sound, light, electricity, magnetism, and modern physics and the universe.

PHY 2100 Physics for the Life Sciences I 3 credits

Is the first course in a two-term sequence in algebra-based introductory physics. Topics include classical mechanics, fluid mechanics, wave

phenomena, temperature, and heat. Prerequisites: MAT 1090 or MAT 2010 or equivalent score on the ALEKS placement exam. Co-

Requisite: PHY 2150L. Students cannot take both PHY 2100 and PHY 2200 for credit.

PHY 2110 Physics for the Life Sciences II 3 credits

Is the second course in a two term sequence in algebra-based introductory physics. Topics include electromagnetism, electromagnetic waves,

optics, special relativity, and modern physics. Prerequisites: PHY 2100 with grade of C - or better or PHY 2200 with grade of C – or the

equivalent completion of an introductory algebra/calculus-based physics course covering, in detail, the subjects of kinematics, mechanics,

energy, momentum, rotational dynamics, pressure and fluids, simple harmonic motion and waves. Co-Requisite: PHY 2160L. Students cannot

take both PHY 2110 and PHY 2210 for credit.

PHY 2150L Physics Laboratory I 1 credit

Is the first course in a two-term sequence of laboratory courses coordinated with physics lecture courses. Activities include experiments to

support theories in classical mechanics, fluid mechanics, wave phenomena, temperature, and heat. Co-Requisites: PHY 2100 or PHY 2200.

PHY 2160L Physics Laboratory II 1 credit

Is the second course in a two-term sequence of laboratory courses coordinated with physics lecture courses. Activities include experiments to

support theories in electricity, magnetism, electric circuits, geometric and physics optics, and modern physics. Co-requisites: PHY 2110 or

PHY 2210.

PHY 2200 Principles of Physics I 3 credits

Is the first course in a two-term sequence in introductory physics using calculus to describe the basic laws of physics. Calculus will also be used

to solve applied problems. Topics include classical mechanics, fluid mechanics, wave phenomena, temperature, and heat. Prerequisites: MAT

2020 or equivalent score on the ALEKS placement exam. Co-Requisites: PHY 2150L. Students cannot take both PHY 2100 and PHY 2200

for credit.

PHY 2210 Principles of Physics II 3 credits

Is the second course in a two-term sequence in introductory physics using calculus to describe the basic laws of physics. Calculus will also be

used to solve applied problems. Topics include electromagnetism, electromagnetic waves, optics, special relativity, and modern physics.

Prerequisites: PHY 2200. Co-Requisite: PHY 2160L. Students cannot take both PHY 2110 and PHY 2210 for credit.

Political Science (Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science)

credits

Core Requirements:

PSC 1010 Introduction to Politics 3.0

PSC 1040 American Government and Politics 3.0

MAT 2090 Statistical Methods 4.0

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credits

PSC 2110* Political Thought

or 3.0

ENG-PHR 2430 Rhetorical Economics

Methods:

One of the following:

3.0

PSC 2012 Research Methods in Political Science (WRT course)

PSC 2410 Public Policy

ANT-SOC 3260 Qualitative Methods in Social Sciences

FSH-MKT 3810 Marketing Research

PSY 3080 Experimental Psychology (WRT course)

World: One of the following: 3.0

PSC 1021* International Relations

PSC 2030 Comparative Politics: Europe

PSC 2035 Comparative Political Systems

PSC 2040 Comparative Politics: Asia

Capstone Experience:

PSC 4597 Senior Project in Political Science 1.0

Electives: At least three course in PSC, two of which 18.0

must be at the 3000 level or greater. The

additional three courses may be taken in the

following field codes: ANT, CRJ, ECO, HIS,

LAW, PSC, PSY, and SOC, or any course at the

2000 level or higher cross-listed with PSC. In total,

four courses must be at the 3000 level or higher.

Total credits required to complete major: 38.0

*Will be offered alternate years.

Political Science (Minor)

credits

Core Requirements: 9.0

PSC 1010 Introduction to Politics 3.0

PSC 1040 American Government and Politics 3.0

PSC 2110* Political Thought 3.0

or 3.0

ENG-PHR 2430 Rhetorical Economics

World: One of the following: 3.0

PSC 1021* International Relations

PSC 2030 Comparative Politics: Europe

PSC 2035 Comparative Political Systems

PSC 2040 Comparative Politics: Asia

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credits

Electives: Six credits in any social science field code, including

ECO. At least 3 credits must be at the 3000 level or higher.

Total credits required to complete minor: 18.0

*Will be offered alternate years.

Political Science Course Descriptions

PSC-CRJ 1000 Student Conduct and Discipline: Laws, Regulations, and Procedures 1 credit

As noted in Tinker v. Des Moines, “students do not lose their rights at the school house gate.” However, a student’s rights differ depending

on their age and the type of institution they attend. This course seeks to explore the rights of all students, while focusing on students at a

private institution of higher education such as Elmira College.

PSC 1010 Introduction to Politics 3 credits

An introduction to the study of Political Science and the ideas which motivate political action. Topics include elections and political parties,

strategies of participation (campaigning, pressure, protest, revolution), philosophies underpinning modern government and contemporary

American ideologies (conservatism, liberalism, socialism, etc.).

PSC 1021 International Relations 3 credits

An introduction to the study of international relations. Learn how “actors” of international politics interact with each other. Learn the

dynamics of the politics on the world stage. Distribution Requirement: GLP.

PSC 1040 American Government and Politics 3 credits

The aim of this course is to give the student a thorough understanding of American political life: the main governmental institutions, the

channels for elite and non-elite participation, and the context of social and economic power which shapes political activity. Most significantly,

the aim of this course is to give the student an understanding of the structure of political institutions and the relationships between them

especially in the context of American culture. Prerequisite: PSC 1010 is recommended. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

PSC-CRJ 1200 The Judicial Process 3 credits

A general overview of the United States judicial system, including recent innovations, future trends, and the process of criminal adjudication

from arrest through appeal and collateral proceedings; comparisons will be made to the process of civil adjudication where appropriate.

PSC 2012 Research Methods in Political Science 3 credits

This course is designed to help you acquire skills to critically evaluate various (i.e. economic, social, and political) aspects of life in a scientific

manner. It teaches the students some of the techniques to test the validity of “hypothesis.” By using empirical data, the student will examine

one aspect-issue of life that is of interest to her-him. Distribution Requirement: MQR. Fulfills WRT-Course Requirement

PSC 2020 State and Local Government and Politics 3 credits

A study of the principal political institutions and processes of state, county, and municipal governments. Federal-state and interstate relations

are explored and comparisons drawn between New York political institutions and those of other states. Prerequisite: PSC 1040.

PSC 2030 Comparative Politics – European 3 credits

Designed to introduce students to the study of Comparative Politics by using the examples of five of the political systems in Europe-the United

Kingdom, France, Germany, Russia-and the European Union. Comparative Politics seeks to find unique characteristics of different political

systems. Achieves this by examining domestic as well as international factors that affect politics in each political system. There are numerous

issues different issues that affect the politics of any state. Because of time constraints, however, this course will focus our attention on a few

of the most important issues that have affected political life in Europe. In order to provide students with enough analytical tools, a substantial

amount of time is spent on examining the political, economic, cultural, and social backgrounds of the political systems. Through comparisons,

students are expected to come to grasp with certain patterns of political decision making under different political settings. Distribution

Requirement: WEP.

PSC 2035 Comparative Political Systems 3 credits

Designed to introduce the study of Comparative Politics. Examine various forms of government, their foundations and evolution. Search for

common sources of those systems. Comparative Politics is a major sub-field of Political Science that helps us understand characteristics of

other societies. Will help you to gain an understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of governing systems and thus the people living in

them. PSC 1010 is recommended.

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PSC 2040 Comparative Politics – Asian 3 credits

Designed to introduce students to the study of Comparative Politics by using the examples of two of the major political systems in Asia—the

People’s Republic of China (PRC) and Japan and their relations with the rest of the world. As one of the sub-fields of Political Science,

Comparative Politics seeks to find unique characteristics of different political systems. Achieves this by examining domestic as well as

international factors that affect politics in each political system. There are numerous different issues that affect politics of any state. Because

of the time constraints, however, this course will focus our attention on a few of the most important issues that have affected the politics of

the two countries. In order to provide students with enough analytical tools, a substantial amount of time is spent on examining political,

economic, cultural, and social backgrounds of the two political systems. Through comparisons, students will come to understand certain

patterns of political decision making under different political settings. Distribution Requirement: NWP.

PSC 2110 Political Thought 3 credits

An introduction to the tradition of theorizing about political society. Selected classics of political theory (from Plato to Marx) are read, focusing

on their historical signifi-cance as well as their lasting intellectual importance. Prerequisite: PSC 1010 or per-mission of the instructor.

Distribution Requirement: WEP.

PSC-WMS 2400 Women in U.S. Politics 3 credits

The course examines women in contemporary American politics by first looking to the early foundations of feminist theory and a brief history

of the women’s movement. It also examines the differences in behavior between the genders noted in much scholarly work in Political Science.

The course concludes with an examination of the role of women in recent American campaigns and asks what the future holds for women in

politics. Prerequisite: PSC 1040.

PSC 2410 Public Policy 3 credits

A study of American politics from the perspective of public policy-making. How and why are public policies adopted, and what are their

consequences? Topics include the stages of the policy process, important groups and institutions in policy formation, and the socioeconomic

context of policy. Prerequisites: PSC 1040. Distribution Requirement: WEP. Generally offered biannually in the Winter Term.

PSC-CRJ 2820

Due Process 3 credits

A sociological approach to understanding Supreme Court decisions in issues of constitutional law and balance of power. Will analyze cases

in their historic and political contexts including Marbury v. Madison, McCullock V. Maryland and Scott v. Sanford. Will look at the micro-

sociology of the Supreme Court itself focusing on the analysis of cases as texts reflective of aspects of US politics and culture. In reviewing

and understanding cases in criminal procedure as they have evolved through the twentieth century concentrating on the last 30 years students

understand how the law is changed over time by people writing rationales for their decisions. This class demonstrates the relationships between

law and society. Prerequisites: CRJ 1010 or PSC 1010.

PSC 3011 Public Administration 3 credits

A study of the organization and management of public agencies at the various levels of government. The emphasis may vary from local to state

or national administration and different policy areas may provide a focus. In addition, the basic principles of public administration, important

differences in approach, and proposals for reform are treated. Prerequisites: PSC 1040 or permission of the instructor. Fulfills WRT-Course

Requirement. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

PSC 3030 The United States in the World Arena 3 credits

A systematic analysis of the sources of foreign policy, such as idiosyncrasy, organizational-institutional framework of decision making and the

impacts of domestic and international economic, political, and social changes. Special attention is given to American response to the changing

issues of global politics. Prerequisite: Previous study in American History or International Relations. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

PSC-CRJ 3041 Constitutional Law I: Foundations 3 credits

An introduction to the legal system as a whole, the functions of courts, lawyers, and other actors in the legal system. Most importantly the

course focuses on the judicial branch, particularly the Supreme Court, and its place in the Constitutional order. How has the Court helped

to structure the powers of the federal government and its own relationship with the other branches? Also, how has the Court interpreted the

Constitution’s grant of authority to the government generally, and each of the branches specifically? Distribution Requirements: WRT and

WEP.

PSC-CRJ 3042 Constitutional Law II: Civil Rights and Liberties 3 credits

This course employs a case method approach to analyze Supreme Court decisions relevant to civil liberties and civil rights. The course explores

seminal Supreme Court cases to inform contemporary civil rights and civil liberties jurisprudence. The readings will examine values including

freedom of speech and of the press, the takings clause, discrimination based on race, gender, and sexual orientation, the right to privacy,

reproductive freedom, the right to die, and equal protection. Students will have the opportunity to see how these rights evolved under the

Constitution. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

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PSC 3050 International Law and World Politics 3 credits

This course is designed to introduce the students to the studies of international law. Among the topics covered are legal processes of

international court, issues involved in the creation and enforcement of law, territoriality, states’ responsibilities, extradition, problems of

nationality, and human rights. Distribution Requirement: GLP.

PSC 3060 International Conflict and Cooperation 3 credits

A study of various aspects of international conflict and cooperation. In depth analysis of different models of world order, investigating

integration and fragmentation of states, development and maintenance of international regimes, and the influence of international and

regional organizations. Prerequisite: PSC 1021. Fulfills WRT-Course Requirement. Distribution Requirement: GLP.

PSC 3070 Developmental Politics 3 credits

An in-depth study of the politics of developing nations. Special attention is given to the issues of political and economic modernization and

development among the lesser developed countries. Further, the significance of such issues for the global community of nations is discusses.

Prerequisite: PSC 1021. Fulfills WRT-Course Requirement. Distribution Requirement: GLP.

PSC-CRJ 3300 International Human Rights Law 3 credits

An examination of international human right through a legal perspective. Focusing on the foundations of human rights in relation to the

United Nations, the International Criminal Court, and specific international treaties including the Genocide Convention, Elimination of

Discrimination Convention, Rights of the Child. Prerequisite: CRJ 1010 or PSC 1010 or SOC 1010. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

PSC 3400 American Political Parties 3 credits

A study and analysis of the political party system in the United States. Special emphasis on the electoral role of parties, including political

leadership and organiza-tion, nominations, campaigns, finance, and party programs. Prerequisite: PSC 1040. Distribution Requirement:

WEP.

PSC 3540 Congress: Legislative Strategy and Behavior 3 credits

An analysis of the history, meanings, and significance of the concept of representation and the behavior of individual participants. Particular

emphasis on the dynamics, organization, and policy-making processes of the American Congress. Prerequisite: PSC 1040. Fulfills WRT-

Course Requirement. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

PSC 3550 The American Presidency 3 credits

A study of the presidency’s history, place in American life, organization, and powers; as well as presidential strategy, the dynamics of

presidential elections, and the psychology of successful and unsuccessful presidential candidates and presidents. Prerequisite: PSC 1040.

Fulfills WRT-Course Requirement. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

PSC-CRJ 3820 Criminal Law I: Constitutional Criminal Procedure 3 credits

Examines the general principles and theories of criminal procedure, including concepts of due process, arrest, search and seizure, wiretapping,

lineups, and other recent developments. Focusing on federal constitutional criminal procedure with some time dedicated to exploring

differences in procedure among the states.

PSC-CRJ 3821 Criminal Law II: Substantive Criminal Law 3 credits

A survey of the general principles of criminal law including general assumptions, elements of a crime, defenses. Problems in the operation of

criminal law are illustrated by case examples drawn from various states and the federal system.

PSC 4000 Contemporary Political Theory 3 credits

A study of various issues, problems, and approaches of contemporary political theory. The specific context may vary. Possible approaches

include languages and conceptual analysis in political theory, empirical theories of politics, Marxism and critical theory, and social science

and political theory. Prerequisite: PSC 1040 or PHR 2085.

PSC 4595 Senior Seminar and Thesis I 1 credit

Provides a capstone experience, allowing students to demonstrate mastery of the overall field of political science through completion of the

Major Field Test (MFT) from Educational Testing Services. Also allows the student to demonstrate a mastery of specialized material, critical

thinking, and written communication skills through the completion of a senior thesis. Prerequisites: Completion of two PSC. Fulfills WRT-

Course Requirement.

PSC 4596 Senior Seminar and Thesis II 1 credit

Provides a capstone experience, allowing students to demonstrate mastery of the overall field of political science through completion of the

Major Field Test (MFT) from Educational Testing Services. Also allows the student to demonstrate a mastery of specialized material, critical

thinking, and written communication skills through the completion of a senior thesis. Prerequisite: PSC 4595.

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PSC 4597 Senior Project in Political Science 1 credit

This course is designed as a capstone experience allowing students the opportunity to synthesize work they have done in one or more courses,

using the skills obtained in Research Methods. Students will build upon a major project from an earlier course and expand it to demonstrate

mastery of the topic and the specific research question. Prerequisite: Senior Status.

Psychology (Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science)

credits

Required Courses:

PSY 1010 Introductory Psychology 3.0

PSY 1879 Psychology as a Science and Profession 2.0

PSY 2750 Psychological Statistics 4.0

PSY 3080 Experimental Psychology (WRT course) 3.0

PSY 4010

History and Systems of Psychology

3.0

PSY 4590 Advanced Seminar (WRT course) 3.0

Total credits required to complete core requirements: 18.0

Foundations Courses

(12 credits and at least 3 credits from each category): 12.0

Category A:

PSY 3100 Physiological Psychology 3.0

PSY 3410 Cognitive Psychology 3.0

Category B:

PSY 2030 Personality 3.0

PSY 3140 Abnormal Psychology 3.0

Category C:

PSY 2700 Cultural Psychology 3.0

PSY 3010 Social Psychology 3.0

Category D:

PSY 2075 Development Across the Lifespan 3.0

PSY 2800 Health Psychology 3.0

Electives: Elective courses may include any 3-6 credit 9.0

course with a PSY field code; however, courses over

3 credits only count as 3 credits toward the major.

PSY 2060 (Child and Adolescent Psychology) and

PSY 4999 (Internship in Psychology) do not count

toward the major.

Total credits required to complete major: 39.0

Psychology Course Descriptions

PSY 1010 Introductory Psychology 3 credits

An introductory overview of the scientific study of behavior. Numerous topics within the field of psychology are surveyed. Possible topics

include biological bases of be-havior, perception, language and thinking, learning and memory, development of behavior through the lifespan,

personality, social interactions and influences, dysfunctional behavior, emotions, and psychotherapy.

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PSY 1879 Psychology as a Science and Profession 2 credits

A transition from introductory psychology to more specialized courses, meant for new psychology majors. Covers two facets of the discipline

of psychology: its scientific nature and its real world application. Approximately half of the course will be devoted to scientific ways of

understanding psychological phenomena, with the remainder of the course focused on professional careers and applications. Prerequisite:

PSY 1010.

PSY 2020 Introduction to Clinical Psychology 3 credits

A survey of the field of clinical psychology that includes: discussions of graduate study in the field; professional roles of clinical psychologists

and inherent challenges in each of them; ethical issues in practice, research, education, diagnostic instruments and their use; theoretical

models of practice; and therapeutic techniques. Prerequisite: PSY 1010.

PSY 2030 Personality 3 credits

A study of different ways in which psychologists have described, measured, and explained personality. Personality development and differences

among individuals are considered by examining several theories and research evidence. Prerequisite: PSY 1010.

PSY 2060 Child and Adolescent Psychology 3 credits

A study of basic facts, issues, and methods of inquiry in human development from conception to adolescence. Topics include physical,

cognitive, social, and emotional development. Prerequisite: PSY 1010.

PSY 2075 Development Across the Lifespan 3 credits

An introductory level course that charts life-long human development through the lens of a biopsychosocial approach. Presentation will be

topical, not chronological. Application of lifespan principles will be used to analyze and evaluate personal and others’ development.

PSY-BIO 2141 Animal Behavior 4 credits

Describes and compares the typical behaviors of various nonhuman species, and considers of the influence of genetics, evolution, physiology,

environment and learning in determining those behavior patterns. Topics include aggression, social attachment, reproduction,

communication, and altruism, as well as various theoretical approaches to understanding animal behavior. Prerequisite: PSY 1010.

PSY-WMS 2150 Psychology of Women 3 credits

This course takes a lifespan and thematic approach to the female experience. Topics include sexual dimorphism, childhood experiences, role

identification, moral development, sexuality, motherhood, career options, aging, and the interplay of gender and psychological disorders.

Prerequisites: Any of the following: PSY 1010, SOC 1010, or WMS 1000.

PSY -WMS 2250 Global Perspectives of Sexual Health and Identity 3 credits

Examination of global beliefs and practices linked to aspects of sexual health and well-being, including identity, beliefs, and practices.

Theoretical lenses of psychology and transnational feminism applied. Influence of globalization on indigenous conceptions explored.

Prerequisites: PSY 1010 or WMS 1000 or SOC 1010 or ANT 1040. Distribution Requirement: GLP.

PSY 2450H Making Minds: Creating Artificial Cognitive Systems 3 credits

An exploration of major accomplishments and continuing challenges in the emerging field of artificial cognitive systems. The course draws

on theory and research in related fields such as cognitive psychology and artificial intelligence to establish an understanding of how artificial

cognitive systems can be created by modeling human cognition. Prerequisite: Enrollment in the Honors Program or Permission of the

Instructor.

PSY-HMS 2630 Integrative Wellness and Well-Being 3 credits

Addresses the relationships between the immediate physical and mental health problem(s) as well as the deeper causes of diseases and

mental health issues. Includes global perspectives of integrative strategies for effective self-care that individuals can use throughout their

lives. Draws on psychology, medicine, philosophy, history, and anthropology to understand the ways of thinking about meaning and

purpose in relationships, work and life. Prerequisites: ANT 1040 or PSY 1010 is recommended. Distribution Requirement: GLP.

PSY 2700 Cultural Psychology 3 credits

A survey of the concepts, theoretical perspectives, methodological complexities, and empirical findings relevant to the psychological study of

culture. Prerequisites: PSY 1010. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

PSY 2750 Psychological Statistics 4 credits

Descriptive and inferential statistical analysis and hypothesis testing applied to psychological research data. Includes in-class problem solving,

use of handheld calculators, and statistical software. Prerequisites: PSY 1010 and either MAT 1030 or MAT 1060. This course is intended

for psychology majors. Prerequisite: PSY 1010. Distribution Requirement: MQR.

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PSY 2800 Health Psychology 3 credits

This course surveys the newly emerging field of behavior and health. Topics covered include the psychology of health care and research;

psychoneuroimmunology; issues of stress, pain and coping; the role of behavior and chronic disease (heart, AIDS, cancer, etc.); and behavioral

health (the use of tobacco, drugs, extreme eating control measures, and exercise). Prerequisite: PSY 1010.

PSY 3000 Adult Development and Aging 3 credits

A study of the psychological changes that occur with maturing and aging. Adult development is examined with special emphasis on the

physical, emotional, social and cognitive changes that occur from early adulthood through death. Life transitions, problems in contemporary

society, and methods of coping are discussed. Prerequisite: PSY 1010. Highly recommended: PSY 2060.

PSY 3010 Social Psychology 3 credits

A review of contemporary thinking and research on the ways in which people affect one another in various social situations. Topics include

the formation of social impressions, the development of attitudes and beliefs, interpersonal influence, conformity, stereotyping and prejudice,

aggression, helping, interpersonal attraction and love, and group behavior. Prerequisite: Introductory course in one of the social sciences,

health sciences, education, or Criminal Justice.

PSY 3080 Experimental Psychology 3 credits

A development of skills necessary to conduct experimental research and to communicate research results in standard form. Students write

reports of experimental research carried out in class and of an original research project conducted outside the classroom. Prerequisite: PSY

2750 or MAT 2090. Fulfills WRT-Course Requirement.

PSY 3100 Physiological Psychology 3 credits

A study of the biological, genetic, neurochemical, and evolutionary bases of behavior. This course involves an exploration of the nervous

system, specifically examining the ways in which it receives, processes, and integrates information so as to produce coordinated sensory,

cognitive, and motor experiences. It further examines the results of damage and diseases of the nervous system. Prerequisites: PSY 1010.

PSY 3140 Abnormal Psychology 3 credits

Using an approach that stresses an integrative, bio psychological-environmental model, this course surveys the major categories of psychiatric

disorders-disabilities, including affective disorders (i.e., anxiety, disorders), mood disorders (i.e, major depression, bipolar) schizophrenia-

spectrum disorders, personality disorders, sexual-gender disorders, cognitive disorders, developmental disorders, and drug addiction. In

addition, it examines the treatment of psychiatric disorders. Particular emphasis is given to what it means to live with a psychiatric illness.

PSY 3220 Theories of Human Development 3 credits

This course examines the major theories and theoretical perspectives that have shaped thought and scholarship throughout the history of

developmental psychology. Included will be the psychoanalytic tradition, behavioral and social learning models, cognitive-developmental

theory, information-processing theories, humanistic conceptions of the self, ecological and ethnological perspectives, perceptual-development

theory, theories of moral development, and cultural-psychological perspectives. Prerequisites: PSY 1010. PSY 2060 highly recommended.

PSY-HMS 3300 Basic Counseling Techniques 3 credits

This course will assist students to acquire basic skills or techniques used in one-on-one counseling sessions by professional counselors. In

addition to practicing interventions in simulated situations, topics of study include the role(s) of the professional helper, ethics in counseling,

multicultural issue, and working with special populations. The course is required for Human Services majors and is an elective for Criminal

Justice major. It is especially appropriate for those who intend to enter a helping field. Prerequisite: PSY 1010, Junior and Senior class status.

PSY 3410 Cognitive Psychology 3 credits

A concentration on the study of human information processing. Students learn about research evidence and theories which explain the

thought process. Prerequisite: PSY 1010.

PSY 4010 History and Systems of Psychology 3 credits

A study of the historical development of psychological thought and its philosophical antecedents. The major schools and systems are reviewed

with emphasis on biographical analysis so that the history of psychology may be seen in the lives, ideas and works of leaders in the field.

Prerequisites: Declared major in psychology and multiple courses completed in psychology, or permission of the instructor. Distribution

Requirement: WEP.

PSY 4590 Advanced Seminar 3 credits

A detailed study of an advanced topic in psychology pursued in the seminar format. The emphasis is on independent scholarly activity by the

student, including seminar leadership. Topics vary, but typically represent a synthesis of differing viewpoints and strategies to accommodate

the interests and strengths of individual students and the instructor. This course is designed primarily as a capstone experience for advanced

psychology majors. Prerequisite: Senior Standing or instructor’s permission. Fulfills WRT-Course Requirement.

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PSY 4999 Internship in Psychology 3 or 6 credits

External internship focused in any subfield of psychology. Prerequisite: Junior or Senior Standing and Instructor’s Signature Required. Also

need to complete a contract with the Office of Career Services, before registering for course. Meets Career Related Internship and graded on

S-D-F basis.

Social Science Course Descriptions

SSC 2100 Global Environmental Issues 3 credits

This course follows a case-study approach to exploring environmental issues that—like the air we breathe and the water we drink—do not

respect national borders. Topics will be drawn from: fisheries depletion; food security; atmospheric ozone depletion and CFC regulation;

endangered species protection; deforestation; energy use; water use; climate change. Distribution Requirement: GLP.

SSC 2502 Evaluating Social Science Research 3 credits

Provides students with the ability to evaluate social science research reports appearing in mass media and professional journals, and to integrate

different sources of evidence on a topic. Covers the knowledge required for critically examining the competence, importance, and ethics of

research. Prerequisite: An introductory course in one of the social sciences, health sciences, education, or Criminal Justice. Fulfills WRT-

Course Requirement.

SSC-SOC 1492 Introduction to Geography 3 credits

Geography studies the Earth, its people and environments. It asks “where” and “why” questions about social life, about the physical world,

and about the cultural meaning of places and environments. This course asks questions that integrate the physical sciences, social sciences,

and humanities. Distribution Requirement: GLP.

SSC-EDU 2300 Historical and Contemporary Context of 3 credits

American Education for Indigenous Peoples

An exploration of the major historical influences on the contemporary context of education for Indigenous peoples in the United States.

Distribution Requirement: NWP. Note: Approved course fee due to some travel to communities that will be required.

SSC-EDU 3350 Historical and Contemporary Context of 3 credits

American Education for Indigenous Peoples

An exploration of the major historical influences on the contemporary context of education for Indigenous peoples in the United States.

Distribution Requirement: NWP. Note: Approved course fee due to some travel to communities that will be required.

SSC 3575 Post-Graduation Planning and Preparation 1 credit

This course prepares students in the social or behavioral sciences for graduate school, professional school, or a career in their field of study.

The focus of the course will be on writing resumes-CVs, personal statements, interviewing, and other related skills. Junior or Senior Standing

and a Major or Minor in a Social or Behavioral Science. Note: Non-Majors or Minors may be signed-in at the professor’s discretion.

SSC 3590 Junior Seminar in the Social and Behavioral Sciences 1 credit

A course to prepare students for graduate or professional work in the social or behavioral sciences. Focus on use of primary sources of

information to create presentations on social scientific research; individual research on social science disciplines and careers. Prerequisite:

Junior or Senior major or minor in a social or behavioral science field.

Social Studies (Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science)

credits

Required Courses:

Nine credits in courses in American History:

HIS 1400 United States History I Through 1877 3.0

HIS 1401 United States History II 1865 to Present 3.0

One 3000 level American History course* 3.0

Six credits in courses in European History:

HIS 1500 European History I

or 3.0

HIS 1501 European History II

One 3000 level European History course* 3.0

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credits

Six credits in courses in Non-Western History:

HIS 1600 Asian History I

or 3.0

HIS 1601 Asian History II

One 3000 level Non-Western History course* 3.0

*Must take one 3000 level WRT course.

Eighteen credits in courses in Social Sciences:

PSC 1040 American Government and Politics 3.0

SOC-SSC 1492 Introduction to Geography 3.0

One of the following: 3.0

ANT 1040 Cultural Anthropology

ANT 2170 Ancient Mesoamerica

ANT 2185 Peoples of Latin America

ANT-SOC 3250 The Culture of Global Capitalism

One of the following: 3.0

CRJ-PSC 3041 Constitutional Law I: Foundations (WRT course)

PSC 3540 Congress: Legislative Strategy and Behavior (WRT course)

PSC 3550 The American Presidency (WRT course)

ECO 2010 The Principles of Microeconomics 3.0

ECO 2020 The Principles of Macroeconomics 3.0

Total credits required to complete major: 39.0

Sociology and Anthropology (Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science)

All students wishing to major in Sociology-Anthropology must complete the following:

credits

Core Requirements:

ANT 1040 Cultural Anthropology 3.0

SOC 1010 Introductory Sociology 3.0

SOC-ANT- Social Inequality 3.0

WMS 2010

SOC-ANT 3150 Social Theory 3.0

SOC-ANT 3250 The Culture of Global Capitalism 3.0

SOC-ANT 3260 Qualitative Methods in Social Sciences 3.0

(WRT course)

Total credits required to complete core requirements: 18.0

Electives: Twenty-one credits of elective with an ANT or SOC

field code or ARC 1900. At least 6 credits must be

3000 level courses.

Total credits required to complete major: 39.0

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Sociology and Anthropology (Minor)

credits

The following five courses:

ANT 1040 Cultural Anthropology 3.0

SOC 1010 Introductory Sociology 3.0

SOC-ANT- Social Inequality 3.0

WMS 2010

SOC-ANT 3150 Social Theory 3.0

SOC-ANT 3250 The Culture of Global Capitalism 3.0

Total credits required to complete core requirements: 15.0

Electives: Six credits of electives with an ANT or SOC field code

or ARC 1900. At least 3 credits must be 3000-level courses.

Total credits required to complete minor: 21.0

Sociology Course Descriptions

SOC 1010 Introductory Sociology 3 credits

An introduction to the basic modes of analysis, concepts, and explanations for human behavior and human organization used in the scientific

discipline of sociology. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

SOC 1021 Media and Society 3 credits

Will consider a variety of social problems and examine the social construction of social problems in print media. Journalistic and sociological

perspectives will be compared.

Distribution Requirement: WEP.

SOC-SSC 1492 Introduction to Geography 3 credits

Geography studies the Earth, its people and environments. It asks “where” and “why” questions about social life, about the physical world,

and about the cultural meaning of places and environments. This course asks questions that integrate the physical sciences, social sciences,

and humanities. Distribution Requirement: GLP.

SOC-ANT-WMS 2010 Social Inequality 3 credits

Class will examine the processes by which social inequality is created and maintained in society. Will look at stratification based on gender,

race, social class, sexual orientation, age, religion, and ability. Will look at inequality mainly within the context of the United States.

Distribution Requirement: WEP.

SOC 2110 Medical Sociology 3 credits

This class will examine the social factors in the cause and distribution of diseases and illnesses. Will focus on the cultural components of how

illnesses are understood and treated, and how the state of illness itself is socially constructed. Will look at how patients, doctors, caregivers,

and family members understand the roles and social relationships that revolve around the status of sickness. Also look at how lay beliefs

contribute to health, illness, treatment, and recovery. Finally, the class will turn to an examination of how different societies organize the

delivery of health-care and the disparities in the distribution of medical resources. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

SOC 2020 Social Change 3 credits

Class will examine the causes, courses, and consequences of social and cultural change. Prerequisites: SOC 1010 or ANT 1040.

SOC-CRJ 2050 Norms, Deviance, and Social Control 3 credits

Class will examine how social norms are created and enforced. Will also look at who is seen as deviant and why, and how deviance is punished

by society.

SOC-CRJ 2068 Crime and the Media 3 credits

Course will evaluate representations of crime in the media. Students will examine how the media reports, distorts, and filters crime and justice

issues. Analysis of the relationship between crime theory and the media. Prerequisites: CRJ 1010 or SOC 1010.

SOC 2220 Globalization 3 credits

Course will examine growing international interdependence from both conflict and functionalist theoretical perspectives. Will also examine

the processes and result of globalization. Distribution Requirement: GLP.

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SOC 2230 Power, Institutions, and Social Reproduction 3 credits

Course will focus on the process of social reproduction, or how society transmits itself from generation to generation. Will examine role of

families, schools, religion, media, and the criminal justice system. Prerequisites: ANT 1040 or SOC 1010.

SOC-HMS 2350 Poverty in America 3 credits

Poverty in the United States explored. Focus on structural causes of poverty, as well as cultural and social causes. Theories explaining poverty

will be discussed. Experiences and outcomes of poverty will be part of class. Poverty alleviation policies and programs will be debated.

Prerequisite: SOC 1010 or HMS 1000. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

SOC-HMS-WMS 2620 The Family 3 credits

Looks at relationships, marriage, and child-rearing in terms of changing norms and values. Focuses on the social reproduction function of

families and on challenges facing modern families today. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

SOC-HMS 3000 Social Policy 3 credits

An examination of the formation and implementation of social policy and controversial policy issues such as social welfare, universal health

care, capital punishment, mandatory sentencing, gay rights, right-to-die, and reproductive rights are examined. Policy-making is considered as

both a rational and a political process. The roles of government employees, elected officials, the media, professionals, and the public are

considered. Selected U.S. policies are compared with those of other western nations. Prerequisite: SOC 1010 or HMS 1000. Distribution

Requirement: WEP.

SOC-PHR 3100 The Frankfurt School 3 credits

This course surveys key writings of members the Frankfurt School including Walter Benjamin, Theodor Adorno, Max Horkheimer, Herbert

Marcuse, and Jürgen Habrmas. Together, these philosophers sought to provide a philosophical critique of various modern institutions.

SOC-HMS 3120 Community Organization 3 credits

An examination of the role of community organizing in defining social problems and initiating social change. Methods of community

organization including social move-ments, protests, consciousness raising, legal advocacy, lobbying, self-help, action research, and “whistle

blowing” are discussed. Organizing at both the local and the national level are considered. Prerequisite: Upper level human service or sociology

majors. Other students with an interest in social movements and community organizing are welcome to enroll

Distribution Requirement:

LAS.

SOC-ANT 3150 Social Theory 3 credits

Introduction to the theoretical perspectives of anthropology and sociology from their early development to contemporary and post-modern

theory. Prerequisite: ANT 1040 or SOC 1010 and recommended for students with junior or senior status. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

SOC 3210 Money, Work, and Social Class 3 credits

Course will focus on the nature, social experience, and consequences of social class. Role of money (wealth, income, ownership) will be

contrasted with role of work in forming social class difference. Will also examine the process and experiences of labor. Prerequisites: SOC

1010 or ANT 1040. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

SOC 3220 Race, Identity, and Difference 3 credits

Class will focus on race as a social construction. Role of biology, religion, culture, colonialism, nationalism, and identity will be analyzed. Will

also look at opposing theories of race and difference. Prerequisites: SOC 1010 or ANT 1040

Distribution Requirement: WEP.

SOC-ANT 3250 The Culture of Global Capitalism 3 credits

Will examine the social and cultural arrangements of economic systems, with particular attention to the impact of modern global capitalism.

Will explore the ways that diverse peoples have organized their economic systems, from small gathering and hunting societies to ancient

chiefdoms to modern capitalist countries. Will approach economics as a set of social relationships and suggest how these relationships

structure family, community and government. Will pay particular attention to how modern global capitalism frames and shapes the ways that

most societies function in the contemporary world. Distribution Requirement: GLP.

SOC-ANT 3260 Qualitative Methods in Social Science 3 credits

Design and execution of a research project incorporating qualitative ethnographic methods in order to comprehend qualitative social science

practice.

Prerequisite: ANT-SOC 3150. Fulfills WRT-Course Requirement.

SOC-WMS 3300 Gender and Society 3 credits

The course will analyze the social construction of gender, looking at gender socialization, gender performance, social reproduction, and the

role of social institutions in the maintenance of gender differences. Will also deconstruct basic binary ideas of gender using cross-cultural and

historical material. Prerequisite: SOC 1010. Distribution Requirement: NWP.

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SOC-CRJ 3311 Criminology 3 credits

A consideration of the major theories of crime and deviance including functionalist, interactionist and critical theories. The theories are

applied to measures of crime in American societies. The methods by which crimes are counted are evaluated. A research topic in criminology

is developed during the course and will be presented in a final oral presentation and paper. Prerequisite: CRJ 1010. Fulfills WRT-Course

Requirement.

SOC 4998 Internship in Museum Studies and Public History 3 or 6 credits

Internship focused on Museum Studies and Public History. Prerequisite: Completed Sophomore coursework in the HIS major and Instructor’s

Signature Required.

Also need to complete a contract with the Office of Career Services, before registering for course. Meets Career Related

Internship and graded on pass-fail basis.

SOC 4999 Internship in Sociology 3 or 6 credits

Sociological knowledge is applied in an internship setting. Prerequisite: Past Sophomore year in coursework and Instructor’s Signature

Required. Also need to complete a contract with the Office of Career Services, before registering for course. Meets Career Related Internship

and graded on S-D-F basis.

Spanish Course Descriptions

SPA 1010 First Year Spanish I 3 credits

Initiation to comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing skills, with abundant oral and written drills. Students may not take lower level

foreign language courses if they have one year or more of study of that language at the secondary or college level without permission of the

instructor. Distribution Requirement: WEP. Offered in the Fall Term.

SPA 1020 First Year Spanish II 3 credits

Initiation to comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing skills, with abundant oral and written drills. Students may not take lower level

foreign language courses if they have one year or more of study of that language at the secondary or college level without permission of the

instructor. Prerequisite: SPA 1010. Distribution Requirement: WEP. Offered in the Winter Term.

Speech Communications Course Descriptions

SPC-ENG-MCD 1111 Media Studies 3 credits

Offers both a broad survey of the history of mass media and an introduction to methods of analysis associated with Cultural and Media

Studies.

SPC 2010 Interpersonal Communications 3 credits

A study of communication theory. The student explores the specifics of the theory through in and out-of-class exercises, and applies what was

learned in interpersonal and small group projects. The student is exposed to organization and mass communication contexts.

SPC 2020 Public Speaking 3 credits

A development of traditional public speaking skills through theoretical examination and exercises in informative and persuasive speaking.

During the course each student critiques and delivers speeches of each type.

SPC 2060 Mass Media and Society 3 credits

A study of print, radio, and television as dynamic institutions in society and the historic, economic, cultural, political, technical, and

philosophical settings within which the media operate.

SPC 3000 Small Group: Discussion and Decision Making 3 credits

A development of the specific skills in discussion, operation, and the leadership of small groups involved in the processes of information

gathering and reporting, problem solving, decision making, and conflict resolution. This is accomplished through a series of study assignments

and practical application projects.

Sports Management Course Descriptions

SPM-MGT 1010 Introduction to Sports Management 3 credits

Fundamental principles of law in relation to business; contracts, agency, sales, bills and notes, partnerships, corporations and real property.

Provides an overview of the sport management field and practical application of sports management concepts. The course focuses on

administrative, management, ethical, and legal issues. Other topics include sales and promotion of sporting events, influences on strategic

management, and financial aspects of planning, organizing, and conducting sport or sport venue events. Students also will have the

opportunity to explore career options in amateur and professional athletics and in the fitness and recreation industries.

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SPM-MGT 3001 Event and Facilities Management 3 credits

Provides the theory and practical application of designing, planning, organizing, and managing sports and recreational events and facilities

while meeting the needs of public and private stakeholders. Routine sporting activities and special events such as tournaments, music festivals,

conventions, trade shows, concerts, and lecture series will be addressed. The evaluation of how close events or activities come to obtaining

their goals will also be studied. Prerequisite: MGT 2240.

SPM-ECO 3080 Sports Economics 3 credits

Apply economic theory to study markets of professional and intercollegiate athletics. Demand for, cost of, sports both individual and team.

Analyze sports labor markets and labor relations. Consider public finance of sports facilities. Oligopoly and monopoly theory of sports

institutions. Prerequisite: ECO 2010 and ECO 2020.

SPM-MGT 3100 Leadership in Sports Management 3 credits

There are many different leadership approaches that have been considered effective. Will provide an overview of these different approaches

based on a comprehensive review of the literature related to sport leadership. Students will gain a better understanding of effective leadership

and explore a variety of concepts and tools that have proven effective in developing leaders in a variety of settings, with an emphasis on sports

leadership. Prerequisite: MGT 2240. Fulfills WRT-Course Requirement.

SPM-MKT 3915 Entertainment, Media, and Sports Marketing: 6 credits

An Experiential Learning Experience

Students will examine the best marketing practices and leading marketing strategies utilized in the entertainment, media, and sports industries.

Through a series of real-life case studies, experiential learning experiences and interactive lectures involving experts in the industries, the student

will achieve a better understanding of the marketing practices and strategies of these industries, to better prepare students for a possible professional

career in one of these fields. Prerequisite: MKT 2250 and MGT 2240.

SPM-MKT 3920 Sports Marketing 3 credits

A detailed study of how marketing professionals must demonstrate the same level of knowledge, skills, and dedication that distinguishes

professional athletes from amateurs in meeting the needs of athletes, spectators, and sponsors in designing, planning, and controlling

sporting and related events. Topics will include event logistics and hospitality, negotiations and contracts, risk management, working with

sport celebrities, licensing agreements and merchandizing, financing sports events, and sports tourism. Prerequisite: MKT 2250.

SPM-MGT 4030 Contemporary, Legal, and Ethical Issues in Sports Management 3 credits

Will explore a range of social, legal, and ethical challenges. Topics such as Title IX, competition vs gamesmanship, racial and gender equity,

athlete abuse, performance enhancing drugs, and the effect of sport on the mental health of athletes can be discussed. Prerequisite: MGT

2240.

SPM-FIN 4300 Sports Finance 3 credits

The field of sport management is continuing to evolve and at an increasing pace. Professional and more sophisticated financial management

has become more important than ever. This course provides students with the background and tools to better understand the importance of

sport finance and effective financial management in the sport industry. Prerequisites: ACC 2021.

Sustainability (Minor)

credits

Core Requirements: 4.0

ANT-SUS 1200 Culture and Environment 3.0

ENV 4590 Seminar: Environmental Studies 1.0

Foundations Courses: 12.0-19.0

At least one course from each category below:

Environmental Media and Communication:

ENG 1967 Climate Fiction 3.0

ENG-MCD-SPC 1111 Media Studies 3.0

ENG-FAR 2025 The Craft of Creative Non-Fiction 3.0

ENG-FAR 2180 Expository Writing 3.0

ENG-PHR 2430 Rhetorical Economics 3.0

AMS-ENG-HIS 3025 Nature and the American Imagination 3.0

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credits

Globalization, Capitalism, and the Environment:

AMS-HIS 3015 American Environmental History (WRT course) 3.0

ANT-SOC 3250 The Culture of Global Capitalism 3.0

ECO 2320 The Global Economy 3.0

ENG 2908 The Culture of Global Recession 6.0

SOC-SSC 1492 Introduction to Geography 3.0

SSC 2100 Global Environmental Issues 3.0

Society and Sustainability:

BIO 1056 Plants and Peoples 4.0

ENV 1020 Introduction to Environmental Sciences 3.0

ENV 1910 Water Scarcity and Pollution 3.0

ENV 1920 Sustainable Agriculture 3.0

ENV 2320 Earth’s Climate 3.0

ENV 2050 Environmental Geology 4.0

Environmental Justice and Equality:

ANT 2185 Peoples of Latin America 3.0

ANT-SUS 3460 Global Environmental Conflicts 3.0

ANT 1930 Culture, Food, and Cuisine 6.0

MAT 1960/1960H Analyzing Fairness, Equity, and Social Justice 3.0

Total credits required to complete Foundation Courses: 12.0-19.0

One of the following - Immersion: 6.0

Spring Term Travel Courses:

NSC 1902 Marine and Island Ecology (Bahamas)

BIO 1902 Field Biology (Hawaii)

NSC 1959 Alaska: Wildlife Ecology and Conservation

BIO 3930 Marine and Island Ecology (Bahamas)

BIO 3950 Alaskan Ecology

BIO 4920 Advanced Ecology

BIO 1902 Field Biology (NY)

BIO 1909 Field Botany (NY)

ENV 1962 Environmental Issues and Choices (local)

Total credits required to complete minor: 22.0

Sustainability Course Descriptions

SUS-ANT 1200 Culture and the Environment 3 credits

How do humans interact with the natural world, and how do cultural ideas of nature impact humans in the natural world? Class focuses

on these questions, while looking at environmental issues around the world. Distribution Requirement: GLP.

SUS 1500 Earth’s Clothing 3 credits

Using Natural Resources Sustainably: A Case Study of the Fashion Industry. Discussion of natural resources and how to value them as

finite resources, seen through the lens of the fashion industry. How humankind can promote sustainable fashions through wiser use of

natural resources and strategic investments of both natural and human capital. Case studies including the wool industry, forests versus

agriculture, and Tommy Hilfiger, a local fashion label.

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SUS-ANT 3460

Global Environmental Conflicts

3 credits

Class studies the Anthropocene era of human environmental impacts on the geographical epoch. Human institutions, economics, laws,

corporations, and governments as they impact the environment. Environmental conflict is the focus. Distribution Requirement: GLP.

Theatre (Bachelor of Arts)

credits

Core Requirements:

THE 1001 Theatre Practicum (1.0/3 times)* 3.0

THE 1012 Stagecraft 3.0

THE 1013 Acting I 3.0

THE 2015 Directing I 3.0

THE 2120 Introduction to Theatrical Design 3.0

THE 3010 Theatre History I (WRT course) 3.0

THE 3011 Theatre History II 3.0

THE 4590 Theatre Seminar 3.0

Total credits required to complete core requirements: 24.0

Electives: 15.0 credits required, which 9.0 credits must be 15.0

taken at the 3000 level or higher

ART 1362 Furniture Design and Construction 3.0

ART 2365 Furniture Design and Construction II 3.0

DAN 1010 Introduction to Dance I 1.5-3.0

DAN 1020 Introduction to Dance II 1.5- 3.0

DAN 3000 Orchesis 1.0- 6.0

ENG 2250 Shakespeare 3.0

FAR 1915 Stage and Voice and Diction 3.0

MUS 1949 American Musical Comedy 3.0

THE 2100 Stage Lighting and Sound 3.0

THE 2113 Acting II 3.0

THE 3050 Stage Movement 3.0

THE 3000 Directing II 3.0

THE 3013 Acting III 3.0

THE 3121 Scenic Design for Theatre Majors 3.0

THE 3131 Stage Lighting and Sound Design 3.0

Total credits required to complete major: 39.0

Note: All Theatre majors must complete a portfolio review during their last year in attendance. This is a non-credit

requirement. The portfolio includes materials (resume, photos, and work related documents, monologue/rep book) that

will be required for either professional work or admission to graduate study.

*Three enrollments are required.

Theatre (Minor)

credits

Core Requirements:

THE 1001 Theatre Practicum (1.0/3 times)* 3.0

THE 1012 Stagecraft 3.0

THE 1013 Acting I 3.0

THE 2015 Directing I 3.0

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credits

THE 2120 Introduction to Theatrical Design 3.0

Choose one:

THE 3010 Theatre History I 3.0

THE 3011 Theatre History II 3.0

Total credits required to complete core requirements: 18.0

Select three courses from the following: 9.0-12.0

ENG 2250 Shakespeare 3.0

ENG 2260 Shakespeare and His Contemporaries 3.0

FAR 1915 Stage Voice and Diction 3.0

FAR 2900 Musical Comedy 3.0 - 6.0

THE 1010 Introduction to Theatre 3.0

THE 1011 Play Production 3.0

THE 2100 Stage Lighting and Sound 3.0

THE 2113 Acting II 3.0

THE 3000 Directing II 3.0

THE 3013 Acting III – Topics in Acting 3.0

THE 3050 Stage Movement 3.0

THE 3121 Scenic Design for Theatre Majors 3.0

THE 3131 Stage Lighting and Sound Design 3.0

MUS 1949 The American Musical Comedy 3.0

Total credits required to complete minor: 27.0-30.0

*Three enrollments are required.

Theatre Course Descriptions

THE 1001 Theatre Practicum: Performance 1 credit

Faculty supervised performance work on Gibson Theatre and Watson Arena productions. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: None.

THE 1002 Theatre Practicum: Production 1 credit

Faculty supervised technical work on Gibson Theatre and Watson Arena productions. May include scenery, costumes, properties, lighting,

etc. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: None.

THE 1003 Theatre Practicum: Arts Management 1 credit

Faculty supervised management work on Gibson Theatre and Watson Arena productions. Assignments may include promotions, PR, etc.

May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: None.

THE 1010 Introduction to Theatre 3 credits

The development of the student’s critical skills as a theatre goer and reader of dramatic literature, insight into the relationship between the

theatre and human experience, information on current and past theatre happenings, and experiences in the theatre as an audience member

and participant. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

THE 1011 Play Production 3 credits

A study of all aspects of theatre which are directly involved during the planning, organizing, and execution of a piece of theatre. The areas of

study include an in-depth examination of play selection, funding, casting, directing, rehearsing, acting, designing, scenic construction, costume

construction, properties, lighting, sound engineering, makeup, advertising, public relations, technical execution, and box office management.

As each subject area is examined and discussed, the individual student mentally and physically participates. There are also discussions on the

theatre as a profession and the television and movie industries.

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THE 1012 Stagecraft 3 credits

An introduction to the technical aspects of theatre production crews for Theatre Arts productions. Students are expected to complete one

crew assignment as a requisite to successful completion of this course. Distribution Requirement: MQR.

THE 1013 Acting I 3 credits

An introduction to the basic skills and techniques of the actor. Improvisations and exercises are used to develop the student’s awareness,

sensitivities, imagination and spontaneity, and their application to truthful portrayals in realistic texts.

THE 2010 Dramatic Literature 3 credits

Designed to give students exposure to and experiences with a variety of styles and genres of dramatic literature, exploring the works of classic

and contemporary playwrights writing in either mainstream or experimental formats. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

THE 2015 Directing I 3 credits

Acquisition and application of the steps whereby the director translates his concept of a play into theatrical presentation. Analysis of script,

settings, casting, director’s work script, various problems at different phases of the rehearsal period, and performance.

THE 2070 Stage Costume and Makeup 3 credits

A study, both theoretical and applied, of the basic principles of costume and makeup for the stage, including work with basic techniques

including sewing, pattern cutting, and fabric selection as well as a survey of makeup techniques and application. Students are expected to

complete one costume or makeup crew in order to pass this course. Prerequisite: None.

THE 2100 Stage Lighting and Sound 3 credits

A study, both theoretical and applied, of the basic principles of lighting and sound for the stage, including work with color media, dimming

systems, scenic projections as well as sound reinforcement and reproduction systems. Students are expected to complete one lighting or sound

crew in order to pass this course. Prerequisite: None. Distribution Requirement: MQR.

THE 2113 Acting II 3 credits

The application, through the playing of scenes from a wide variety of plays, of performance skills and techniques. Develops increased competency

in performance through the analysis, rehearsal, performance, and critique of scenes.

THE 2120 Introduction to Theatrical Design 3 credits

A study, both theoretical and applied, of the basic principles of design for the theatre. Students will be required to complete elementary design

projects in scenery, costumes, makeup, lighting and props. Distribution Requirement: MQR.

THE 3000 Directing II 3 credits

The study and application of directorial concepts, techniques, and skills to various types of plays—in rehearsal and performance—with an

emphasis on scene work resulting in production of a one act play. Prerequisite: THE 2015 or permission of instructor.

THE 3010 Theatre History I 3 credits

A study of the development of theatre in the Western world from its beginning through the Renaissance with the concomitant developments

of methods and styles of staging, production, and acting. Fulfills WRT-Course Requirement. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

THE 3011 Theatre History II 3 credits

A study of the development of theatre in the Western world from the English Restoration and French Neo-Classic period to the present with

the concomitant development of methods and styles of staging, production, and acting. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

THE 3013 Acting III - Topics in Acting 3 credits

Advanced techniques and theories of acting. Specific topics and subjects of study will change each time the course is offered, based upon

student needs. Topics might include Acting in Musical Theatre, Non-Realist Theatre, Period Styles, Theatre Performance and Social Change,

etc. Prerequisite: THE 1013 or THE 2113.

THE 3050 Stage Movement 3 credits

Movement techniques and sensory awareness employed in actor training (including physical warm-up and stage combat) are presented in an

experiential format with textural support. Distribution Requirement: PEW.

THE 3090 Theatre Management 3 credits

One part of the course deals with the standard operations of the theatrical-management organization including budgeting, ticket sales,

front-of-house operation, and auditing procedures. Another part of the course deals with promotions, publicity, subscription planning, and

audience development. Students study materials dealing with contracting union affiliations, etc.

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THE 3121 Scenic Design (for Theatre Majors) 3 credits

The underlying purpose of this course is to study Scenic Design for the theatre. This course will explore esthetic, historic, ethnic, and financial

factors as they apply to scenic design. Different forms of theatre (absurdism, realism, expressionism, etc.) will be studied as well as multiple

set shows and the particular problems raised. Prerequisites: THE 1012 and THE 2120.

THE 3131 Stage Lighting and Sound Design (for Theatre Majors) 3 credits

The underlying purpose of this course is to study stage lighting and sound design for the theatre. This course will explore esthetic, historic,

ethnic, and financial factors as they apply to stage lighting and sound design. Different forms of theatre (absurdism, realism, expressionism,

etc.) will be studied as well as multiple set shows and the particular problems raised by each. Prerequisites: THE 2100 and THE 2120.

THE 3141 Stage Costume Design (for Theatre Majors) 3 credits

A survey of historical fashion as it applies to the stage. Students will study theories of costume design and basic techniques including sewing,

pattern cutting, fabric selection, and makeup. Prerequisites: THE 2120 and THE 2070.

THE 4001 Dramatic Theory and Criticism 3 credits

A study of dramatic theory and criticism from ancient Greece to today’s modern theatre. The canon of dramatic literature from its beginnings

to the newest of works is employed to consider the impact of the theories studied. Prerequisite: Junior standing. Fulfills WRT-Course

Requirement. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

THE 4590 Theatre Seminar 3 credits

An advanced seminar for upper-level students and Theatre majors. Topics of special interest to students and faculty or topics not covered in other

courses are considered.

THE 4999 Internship in Theatre 3 or 6 credits

Prerequisites: Completed 24 hours of coursework in the Theatre major, Junior or Senior Standing, and Instructor’s Signature Required. Need to also

complete a contract with the Office of Career Services, before registering for course.

Meets Career Related Internship and graded on S-D-F basis

Women’s Studies (Minor)

The Women’s Studies minor is comprised of 21 credit hours, six of which are fulfilled by the required WMS

1000 and WMS 4590 courses (3 credits each). The remainder of the minor consists of 15 credit hours consist of

electives from courses listed or cross-listed as WMS, at least 3 credits of which must be in courses at the 3000 level

or higher. Independent studies approved by the Coordinator of Women’s Studies are acceptable as electives in the

minor.

credits

WMS 1000 Women and Society: An Introduction to 3.0

Women’s Studies

WMS 4590 Feminist Issues and Theories 3.0

Electives: Courses listed or cross-listed as WMS, at least 3 15.0

credits of which must be at the 3000 level or higher

Total credits required to complete minor: 21.0

Women’s Studies Course Descriptions

WMS 1000 Women and Society: An Introduction to Women’s Studies 3 credits

An introduction to the field of Women’s Studies which focuses on the social and psychological implications of gender differences as culturally

defined. The course will examine past and present literature, social institutions, intellectual history, and the contributions of women to

science, art, and other disciplines. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

WMS-ENG 1120 LGBTQ Stories 3 credits

An exploration of nonconformity through quasi-autobiographical LGBTQ fiction.

WMS 1205 Feminist Argumentation 1 credit

An introduction to major feminist arguments from history and how to make your own feminist arguments in everyday conversation.

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WMS 1210 Women and Leadership 1 credit

An introduction to the issues, research and practice of women in leadership.

WMS 1215 Wage Equality 1 credit

An introduction to the issues surrounding race and gender wage inequality and an overview of the advocacy and activism for greater equality.

WMS 1220 Reproductive Rights 1 credit

An introduction to the history of reproductive planning, and learning to advocate for reproductive rights.

WMS-ANT- Social Inequality 3 credits

SOC 2010

Class will examine the processes by which social inequality is created and maintained in society. Will look at stratification based on gender,

race, social class, sexual orientation, age, religion, and ability. Will look at inequality mainly within the context of the United States.

Distribution Requirement: WEP.

WMS-HIS 2115 Women in Asia Pre-Modern 3 credits

The principal goal of this course is to emphasize the value of comparative study for a meaningful understanding of different social and cultural

traditions especially as they relate to the roles and status of women in Asia. This course will focus on the pre-modern period, a period that

covers from the pre-imperial period of Confucius to the closing days of the dynastic system. Distribution Requirement: NWP. Meets WRT-

Course Requirement.

WMS-HIS 2116 Women in Asia Modern 3 credits

The principal goal of this course is to emphasize the value of comparative study for a meaningful understanding of different social and cultural

traditions especially as they relate to the roles and status of women in Asia. This course will focus on the modern period, a period that covers

from closing days of the dynastic system, through the period of Western imperialism, to the middle of the twentieth century.

Distribution

Requirement: NWP.

Fulfills WRT-Course Requirement.

WMS-PSY 2150 Psychology of Women 3 credits

This course takes a lifespan and thematic approach to the female experience. Topics include sexual dimorphism, childhood experiences, role

identification, moral development, sexuality, motherhood, career options, aging, and the interplay of gender and psychological disorders.

Prerequisites: Any of the following: PSY 1010, SOC 1010, or WMS 1000.

WMS-PSY 2250 Global Perspectives of Sexual Health and Identity 3 credits

Examination of global beliefs and practices linked to aspects of sexual health and well-being, including identity, beliefs, and practices.

Theoretical lenses of psychology and transnational feminism applied. Influence of globalization on indigenous conceptions explored.

Prerequisites: PSY 1010 or WMS 1000 or SOC 1010 or ANT 1040. Distribution Requirement: GLP.

WMS-AMS 2300 Roots of American Feminism 3 credits

Will look at early activists for the abolition of slavery, women’s suffrage, temperance, international peace work, and labor rights -- all of which

laid the foundation for women’s movements today. Attention given to upstate New York’s connection to these efforts, as well as the

establishment of women’s higher education and the special place Elmira College holds in that history. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

WMS-PSC 2400 Women in U.S. Politics

3 credits

The course examines women in contemporary American politics by first looking to the early foundations of feminist theory and a brief history

of the women’s movement. It also examines the differences in behavior between the genders noted in much scholarly work in Political Science.

The course concludes with an examination of the role of women in recent American campaigns and asks what the future holds for women in

politics. Prerequisite: PSC 1040.

WMS-AMS 2410 Gender and Utopia in America 3 credits

A study of the tradition of utopian thinking in American culture and how that tradition has dealt with questions of gender. Distribution

Requirement: WEP.

WMS-ENG 2450 The Brontë Sisters 3 credits

Is an introduction to the groundbreaking work of three British women writers: Charlotte, Emily and Anne Brontë. Focus on their novels,

including Jane Eyre, Wuthering Heights and Agnes Grey. The course emphasizes close reading and situating the novels in their nineteenth-

century contexts. It pays particular attention to gender and women’s experience. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

WMS-ENG 2460 Jane Austen 3 credits

This course is an introduction to the influential work of Jane Austen. It focuses on her novels, including Pride and Prejudice, Emma and

Persuasion. The course emphasizes close reading and situating the novels in their eighteenth- and nineteenth-century contexts. It pays

particular attention to gender and women’s experience. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

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WMS-ANT 3040 The Anthropology of Gender 3 credits

Discussion of the cultural construction of gender roles in simple, tribal, modernizing, and industrial societies; traditional gender roles and

the impact of social and cultural change. Prerequisite: Any lower division Social Science course or permission of instructor. Distribution

Requirement: NWP.

WMS-HMS-SOC 2620 The Family 3 credits

Looks at relationships, marriage, and child-rearing in terms of changing norms and values. Focuses on the social reproduction function of

families and on challenges facing modern families today. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

WMS-ENG 3075 Twentieth Century British Women Writers 3 credits

A study of selected writings by twentieth century British women authors, with attention to prominent themes, contemporary theoretical

issues, literary techniques and genres, and relevant cultural and historical contexts. Readings will vary, but they will included such authors as

Virginia Woolf, Jean Rhys, Doris Lessing, Iris Murdoch, Angela Carter, A.S. Byatt, Pat Barker, Jeanette Winterson, and Zadie Smith. Readings

may be supplemented with selected works of contemporary feminist theory and criticism and with the writings of relevant twentieth century

pre-cursors, such as Mary Wollstonecraft and Charlotte Bronte. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

WMS-SPA 3155 Contemporary Latina Literature 3 credits

Contemporary Latina Literature investigates the literary expressions of women writers born in the US of Hispanic heritage and who write in

English. It studies a variety of genres and a diverse range of Latina ethnic groups in the United States. Prerequisites: SPA 2040. Distribution

Requirement: WEP.

WMS-SOC 3300 Gender and Society 3 credits

The course will analyze the social construction of gender, looking at gender socialization, gender performance, social reproduction, and the

role of social institutions in the maintenance of gender differences. Will also deconstruct basic binary ideas of gender using cross-cultural and

historical material. Prerequisite: SOC 1010. Distribution Requirement: NWP.

WMS-PHR 3333 Feminist Philosophy 3 credits

This course serves as an introduction to feminist thought as it relates to philosophical questions. This course will be an historical and topical

introduction with a focus on recent feminist thought in the United States and Europe. Prerequisite: WMS 1000.

WMS 4590 Feminist Issues and Theories 3 credits

A capstone seminar which integrates the theories and ideas introduced in previous coursework in Women’s Studies. Will focus on feminist

theoretical approaches and on major issues confronting women today, relating them to past history and future prospects..

Spring Term Course Descriptions

During Spring Term, Elmira College offers courses which do not lend themselves to conventional instructional

approaches, but which offer unusual educational opportunities—both on and off campus. A list of courses offered

in the spring will be published prior to advising and registration for Spring Term in March. Following are some

courses that have been offered:

AMS 1940 American Appetites: Food, Culture and 6 credits

History in the US

A cultural history of American patterns of producing, eating and relating to food, with a focus on: class, ethnicity and gender; regional

foodways; food movements. Field trips to local farms and farmer’s markets, Farmer’s Museum, CIA in Hyde Park, NY and New York City.

AMS-ART 1960 The Landscape of Photography- The Photography of Landscape 6 credits

A critical survey of the history of American landscape photography, from the scientific surveys of the late nineteenth century to the present,

coupled with an introduction to the techniques of landscape photography and structured experience in the making of photographs. Must

have own camera (35mm SLR or digital camera); course fee to cover field trips.

AMS 1970 American Countercultures: Beyond the 1960s 6 credits

A study of the history of counter cultural practices and movements in the United States, focusing on the historical antecedents to the counterculture

of the 1960’s, the events of the 1960’s themselves, and post-1960’s expressions of counterculture. The course will incorporate field trips to places

that reflect the history or practice of counterculture, such as Ithaca Eco-village, The Woodstock Museum, the Shaker Historic Trail, and the Oneida

Community Mansion House.

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AMS-HIS 2960 Doing Public History: Theory and Practice 6 credits

An introduction to the theory and practice of public history; focus on topics relating to the history of Chemung County and the city of

Elmira; completion of a significant project drawing on the resources of the Chemung County Historical Society and Museum.

ART 2970 Art Furniture Design 6 credits

Beginning and advanced students will concentrate on the concept of art furniture through the design and construction of functional objects.

Furniture design will focus on both historical references and contemporary theory. Created works in the course will range from utilitarian to

non-utilitarian furniture forms. Prerequisite: ART 1360 or ART 1300 are recommended, but not required.

BIO 1900 Life: Its Origins and Its Future 6 credits

This course will cover what we know and don’t know about life, from possibilities about the origins of life, through evolution to the present

day, and hypotheses about future evolution and life on other planets. The focus will be conceptual and available for students with all scientific

backgrounds.

BIO 1909 Field Botany 6 credits

This course is intended for any student interested in investigating the characteristics of local plant communities and the species that occur

there. Emphasis will be placed on identification of woody and herbaceous plants in natural habitats. Topics covered will include plant-

environment interactions, natural history, invasive plants, succession, plant adaptation, and the economic value of native plants. Several field

trips to local natural areas will serve to acquaint students with native flora and habitats.

BIO 1953 Genetics and Society 6 credits

Genetic fingerprinting in the courtroom, GMO foods on our tables, cancer genes, genetic testing and the spread of antibiotic resistance in

medicine: what are these and how do they affect us as a society? Through a combination of lecture, reading, discussion and lab, the student

will learn the fundamentals of the history of genetics as a science, how our genes make us who we are, how traits are inherited and spread

through a population, how biotechnology really works, and how this all impacts our society. Current events will serve as a starting point for

many of the lectures and discussions, where emphasis will be placed on ethics as well as science.

BIO 1959H Human Genetics and the Human Genome 6 credits

An overview of basic genetic principles as relates to human biology as well as to society, focusing on applications of biotechnology, such as

genetic testing and personalized medicine, made possible by the sequencing of the human genome. Prerequisite: Enrollment in the Honors

Program or permission of instructor.

BIO 3930 Marine and Island Ecology 6 credits

A comprehensive field course that focuses on aspects of marine and island ecology. Participants will explore the various terrestrial and marine

habitats of San Salvador Island in the Bahamas as a way to examine fundamental ecological concepts in an unique field environment.

Additionally under the guidance of participating faculty, students will participate in an ongoing scientific research project and present the

results of their research to the group. Note: Non-Science majors should register for NSC 1902.

BIO 3950 Alaskan Ecology 6 credits

Travel course that examines the natural resources and wildlife of the Kenai Peninsula in Alaska. The course includes field work, hiking, and

classroom lectures on Alaskan history, wildlife and ecology. Prerequisites: BIO 1020 and BIO 1022.

BIO 4920 Advanced Ecology 6 credits

This course is designed to introduce an advanced topics in ecology through reading and discussion of seminal works in the field of ecology as

well as extensive independent research design and execution in the field, with special reference to marine organisms and environments on

the island of San Salvador, Bahamas. Prerequisite: BIO 3930.

BUS 1941 The World of Business According to the Wall Street Journal 3 credits

Students will use current WALL STREET JOURNAL articles and related current and historical readings as the basis for studying the effects

of major political, economic, and legal events on businesses and their stakeholders

BUS 1975 Managing Your Career 3 credits

Will provide a systematic framework for making appropriate career decisions for those who wish to consciously and explicitly “manage” their

career. The course will provide students with concrete skills for managing career–skills at self assessing opportunities, making career and job

related choices, and managing this process in both the short term and long run.

CHE 3950 Instrumental Analysis 6 credits

An emphasis on modern chemical analysis, students will gain experience in modern instrumental techniques such as spectroscopy,

chromatography and electrochemical techniques. Prerequisite: CHE 2020 and CHE 3140.

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CRJ-LAW-PSC 2955 Rights Now! Your Rights as a College Student 3 credits

Examination of the political and legal, development of students’ rights and its modern application in the United States, including: the

evolution of students’ rights, analysis of major U.S. Supreme Court cases on point, and an examination of related issues surrounding

students’ rights both on and off of campus. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

CSD 2900 Speech—Language Services in the Schools 3 credits

An overview of speech-language pathology services provided within public school systems including a discussion of the impact of federal and

state legislation, testing and referral procedures, therapy programming, accountability, and certifica-tion requirements.

DAN 1940 Shall We Dance?: An Introduction to Ballroom, 3 credits

Latin and Swing Dance

An introduction to the history and steps of ballroom and Latin and swing dance. Prerequisite: None (wear comfortable shoes, no flip-flops).

ECO 1936 and

Thailand and Cambodia: Globalisation and Change 3 credits

SOC 1936

Analyses the impact of globalisation on the economies and societies of Thailand and Cambodia. Studies the economic rationale for

globalisation as well as its effects, both positive and negative, on social norms, cultures and traditions. Deeper understanding of these

perspectives is gained by travel to Thailand and Cambodia and immersion in the culture and society of these countries through experiential

and service learning opportunities. Distribution Requirement: WEP. Co-requisite courses Eco 1936 and SOC 1936.

ECO-FIN 1960 Financial Inequality in America 3 credits

Discusses the reasons for and the state of financial inequality in America today. The course is built on the work of Joseph Stiglitz (Nobel prize-

winning economist) and Robert Reich (former Secretary of Labor and Professor of Public Policy at the University of California at Berkley).

Distribution Requirement: WEP.

ECO-PHR 2900 Business and Society: Does the Corporation Have a Conscience? 3 or 6 credits

The course draws upon economic theory, moral philosophy, and contemporary business practice in order to investigate moral issues in

advertising, employee rights and responsibilities, product safety, the operation of multinationals, and the environment. All of these areas raise

difficult moral problems for management, unions, stockholders, and consumers. It is our belief that a course such as this is essential for all

individuals who are preparing for a career in business.

EDU 3945 Education Policy: A Global Perspective 3 credits

Class will analyze the role of education policy in various countries throughout the world with a focus on how culture, history and geography

shape national education priorities. Distribution Requirement: GLP.

EDU 3950 Education Policy: A Global Perspective 6 credits

Class will analyze the role of education policy in various countries throughout the world with a focus on how culture, history and geography

shape national education priorities. Prerequisite: EDU 1010. Distribution Requirement: GLP.

ENG 1922 Writing About Rock ‘n’ Roll 6 credits

Will read articles and essays by music journalists, historians and writers. Will listen to music samples and watch video and documentary clips

of music and musicians. Will write intensively in the style, spirit and craft of the music genre essay. Fulfills WRT-Course Requirement.

ENG 1939 Comic Books and Graphic Novels 3 credits

An introduction to comic books and graphic novels. It introduces students to selected major authors, illustrators, themes and genres. The

emphasis is on critical reading and writing, including textual and visual literacy. Students will employ formal as well as cultural analysis.

Distribution Requirement: WEP.

ENG 1945 Science Fiction and Fantasy 3 credits

An introduction to speculative fiction focusing on individual and societal responses to technology. Will discuss the nature of basic science

fiction and fantasy themes and will relate those themes to the sociopolitical “realities” of the worlds encountered. Distribution Requirement:

WEP.

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ENG 2908 The Culture of Global Recession 6 credits

Is a multimedia examination of the global financial crisis which began in 2007-2008 and its aftermath. It covers various potential causes and

consequences of the crisis around the world, but focuses on the interpretation of cultural forms – films, television, journalism, novels, etc.

which depict and analyze the events, both as they happen and retrospectively. Distribution Requirement: GLP.

ENG 2925 Horror, Gender, and Sexuality 3 credits

A selective study of British, American, and European horror fiction and film from the late eighteenth century to the present, with a focus on

the political implications of the portrayal of gender and sexuality. Readings to be selected from such authors as the Marquis de Sade, Edgar

Allan Poe, E.T.A. Hoffman, Charlotte Brontë, Sheridan Le Fanu, Charlotte Perkins Gilman, Bram Stoker, Oscar Wild, Charlotte Mew,

Shirley Jackson, Angela Carter, Iain Banks, Anne Rice, and Clive Barker. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

ENG 2940 Shakespeare on Film 6 credits

A close reading of a number of Shakespeare’s plays and then an examination of how they have been adopted into film. Prerequisite: A prior

literature course.

ENG 2970 Posthumanism 3 credits

Explores the contemporary notion of posthumanism, the idea that through science and technology we should modify, enhance and evolve

human nature, to increase longevity, intelligence, and wellbeing. Raises important interdisciplinary issues about the practice of science and

medicine and about the body and human nature. Through study of world science fiction, in the contexts of evolution, history and philosophy,

this course examines these issues and evaluates their implications for literature, society, and the practices of science, medicine and humanistic

inquiry. Distribution Requirement: GLP.

ENG 2980 Reading Darwin 3 credits

Seeks to understand Charles Darwin’s key ideas about evolution by studying how he developed and presented them in his writing. Explores

how Darwin’s approach to writing both reflects and compliments his approach to science, concentrating mainly on The Origin of Species.

Attempts to foster an inclusive, interdisciplinary notion of literacy by showing how writing, literary studies, and scientific inquiry can work

together to create a reasonable framework for communicating, collaborating, and achieving consensus in our shared pursuit of truth.

Distribution Requirement: WEP.

ENV 1930 Environmental Field Methods 6 credits

Introduces students to field methods in environmental science. Course spent almost entirely in the field. Some data processing in class after

collection. Methodologies for environmental careers in: hydrology, water resources, oceanography, ecology, environmental science, earth

science, and sedimentology. This course will be taught on Elmira College campus in alternating years.

ENV 1935 Environmental Field Methods Abroad 6 credits

Introduces students to field methods in environmental science. Course spent almost entirely in the field. Some data processing in class after

collection. Methodologies for environmental careers in: hydrology, water resources, oceanography, ecology, environmental science, earth

science, and sedimentology. This course will be taught in St. John, US Virgin Islands in alternating years.

ENV 3930 Advanced Environmental Field Methods 6 credits

Introduces students to field methods in environmental science. Course spent almost entirely in the field. Data processing, organization, and

presentation after collection. Methodologies for environmental careers and demonstrations in: hydrology, water resources, oceanography,

ecology, environmental science, earth science, and sedimentology. Students are expected to lead field teams and organize data collection and

presentations. This course will be taught on Elmira College campus in alternating years.

ENV 3935 Advanced Environmental Field Methods Abroad 6 credits

Introduces students to field methods in environmental science. Course spent almost entirely in the field. Data processing, organization, and

presentation after collection. Methodologies for environmental careers and demonstrations in: hydrology, water resources, oceanography,

ecology, environmental science, earth science, and sedimentology. Students are expected to lead field teams and organize data collection and

presentations. . This course will be taught in St. John, US Virgin Islands in alternating years.

FAR 1900, Musical Comedy: Rehearsal and Performance 3 or 6 credits

2900, 3900

Students participate in the production, rehearsal and performance of a musical theatre production in assigned areas of performance, scenic

construction, property building, costuming and make-up, publicity, lighting and sound. A student may participate in two areas.

FAR 1915 Stage Voice and Diction 3 credits

A study of voice production and projection for the actor or professional voice user. Prerequisites: None.

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FAR 3950 To Be Human 3 credits

This course provides differing perspectives for discussion on sexuality, death, dying, and disabilities as they intersect with race, class and

gender through the examination of themes as presented in cinema, literature and the fine, graphic and dramatic arts. Distribution

Requirement: GLP.

FIN 1900 Introduction to Investments 3 credits

Emphasizing practical employment of investment analyses, this course is designed to provide both a basic understanding of alternative types

of investments and a structure from which decisions can be made. Cases involving the institutions and techniques utilized by the investment

community will supplement text material. A mathematical background beyond intermediate algebra is helpful but not necessary. Offered in

the Spring Term, alternate years.

FIN 4900 Student Managed Investment Fund 3 credits

This course permits students to use the knowledge and skills developed in FIN 3100, FIN 3200 and FIN 4100 to manage a portfolio of stocks.

Students would use the top-down approach to analyze the overall macroeconomy, one or more sectors of industry, and several firms, with the

intention of making recommendations for investment purposes. Prerequisite: A grade of B+ or better in FIN 4100.

HIS 1938 The Holocaust and Twentieth Century Genocide 3 credits

An examination of the Holocaust in its social and historical context and from a comparative perspective, with the aim of determining how

and why it happened. Distribution Requirements: EUC and WEP.

HIS 1977 China East to West - Past to Present 6 credits

Immerse yourself in Chinese history and culture through intense study and extensive travel experiences. This course is intended to introduce

students to Chinese history and modern Chinese culture challenging common assumptions and give students an opportunity to meet in

person the complex of things that we often lump under the term ‘China’ and the diversity of folk that we often simply call “the Chinese.”

Distribution Requirement: NWP.

HIS 2902 History of Recent America 3 credits

This course will explore the major domestic and foreign policy developments in United States history from the early 1960s to present times.

Distribution Requirement: WEP.

HIS 2930H World History One Ingredient at a Time 3 credits

This course explores the interconnected nature of human history through food. Will start with the earliest history of humans in Africa, travel

through the Foraging Era, the Agrarian Era, and finally the Modern Era following the movement of food, technology, and people around the

world. Prerequisite: Enrollment in the Honor’s Program. Students will register for HIS 2930H when course is offered in the Spring Six-week

Term. Will register for HIS 2030H when course is offered in the Fall or Winter Terms. Distribution Requirement: GLP.

HIS 2965H The Chinese Revolution 3 credits

Will explore the rise of China as a global power from the fall of the imperial system to the policies of Xi Jinping. Prerequisite: Enrollment

in the Honor’s Program.

HMS 1900 Perspectives on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities 3 credits

A study of developmental disabilities from both interdisciplinary and historical perspectives to include discussion of such issues as

intelligence, education of the handicapped, legal rights of the handicapped and the place of the mentally retarded in society.

HMS 1940

ntal Illness in the Media 3 credits

A survey of American films dealing with mental illness and its treatment. The role of both the “patient” and “therapist” will be analyzed. Films

will be critiqued for accuracy of representation of psychiatric conditions, the effect of these conditions on individuals and families, and the roles

and interventions of psychotherapists. Prerequisite: None.

HMS-NSG 1967 Global Humanitarian Issues 3 credits

This course will explore humanitarian aid in the contexts of disaster response and on-going conflict. Based on guidelines established by

international responders, we will explore the consequences of mass population displacement and the potential difficulties, among them,

epidemics, starvation, and disrupted education. Legal and ethical issues including international law as it applies to humanitarianism will be

discussed and well as organizations available to provide aide Distribution Requirement: GLP.

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MAT 1930 Immersion College Algebra 5 credits

In addition to satisfying the College's mathematics competency requirement, this course will provide students with a solid basis in the art of

formulating and solving quantitative problems. The course also provides the necessary background for other quantitative courses including

MAT 1090 (Pre-Calculus) and MAT 2090 (Statistical Methods). Specific topics will include a review of the fundamental operations of the

real number system, exponents, polynomial operations, solutions of linear and quadratic equations, and solution of systems of linear equations

and inequalities. Realistic problems will be examined after each topic is introduced. This course could replace MAT1030 for grades of C- or

below. Prerequisite: Instructor's Signature Required. Distribution Requirements: MAT and MQR. Meets MAT1030 General Degree

Requirement as well.

MAT 1940 A Mathematician Looks at American History 3 credits

An in depth look at certain events in American History and how mathematics can be used to get a different or deeper understanding of these

events. Topics may include “Elementary Game Theory and the Cuban Missile Crisis”, “Elementary Probability and the 2000 Presidential

Election” and “Apportionment and The Election of 1876.” Prerequisite: Successful completion of the mathematics competency requirement.

MAT 1970 Finite Mathematics 3 credits

Designed to meet the mathematical quantitative reasoning requirement for students without a strong mathematical background. This course

will expose students to a variety of mathematical ideas with an emphasis on real-world applications. As “Finite Mathematics” is a collective

term for mathematics outside of the traditional calculus sequence, a wide variety of topics may be included including logic, set theory, bases

other than ten, counting techniques and probability, but different topics may be chosen at the discretion of the instructor. Prerequisites:

MAT 1030 or successful completion of the Mathematics Competency Requirement. Offered Terms I, II, and III.

MAT 1980H The Essentials of Chaos Theory 3 credits

An introduction chaos theory: its history and practice. Mathematical and algebraic analysis of chaotic systems. Experimental observation of

chaotic phenomena. Comparison of the history of chaos theory with those of other scientific revolutions. Applications of chaos theory.

Prerequisite: MAT 1030 or equivalent; enrollment in the Honor program or permission of instructor.

MAT 3940 Voting Theory 3 credits

An overview of the central ideas of Voting Theory. In this course we will study different voting procedures, apply them to specific elections

and model them using geometric methods such as the Saari Representation Triangle. We will also consider paradoxes that can occur, various

fairness criteria and prove a number of impossibility theorems including Arrow’s. Other topics will be discussed if time permits. Prerequisite:

MAT 2100.

MGT 2940 Effective Negotiation 3 credits

In this course students will learn the fundamental techniques to effectively plan, conduct, control, and evaluate a negotiation. Course topics

include environmental scanning, internal evaluation, strategy formulation, strategy implementation and strategic control and evaluation.

Students will learn the underlying importance of managing negotiation sub-processes including effective communication, relationship

building, conflict resolution, and ethics. Students will also learn how to manage the barriers to effective negotiation by employing the strategy

of “principled negotiation” to move beyond the traditional strategy of positional bargaining. Finally, students will gain “hands on” negotiating

experience through in-class negotiating exercises that are designed to deepen their understanding of the basic negotiation concepts.

MGT 2960 Team Building for Managers 6 credits

Team Building for Managers is an application course in which business students will learn the basic tools on how to develop effective teams. This

is a highly hands on course environment where every topic will be teach through a combination of groups exercises, in classroom simulations, theory

and practice. Students will learn how to create truly effective teams to increase the performance level of the organization. Prerequisite: MGT 2240.

MKT-SPM 3915 Entertainment, Media, and Sports Marketing: 6 credits

An Experiential Learning Experience

Students will examine the best marketing practices and leading marketing strategies utilized in the entertainment, media, and sports industries.

Through a series of real-life case studies, experiential learning experiences and interactive lectures involving experts in the industries, the student

will achieve a better understanding of the marketing practices and strategies of these industries, to better prepare students for a possible professional

career in one of these fields. Prerequisite: MKT 2250 and MGT 2240.

MKT-SPM 3920 Sports Marketing 3 credits

A detailed study of how marketing professionals must demonstrate the same level of knowledge, skills, and dedication that distinguishes

professional athletes from amateurs in meeting the needs of athletes, spectators, and sponsors in designing, planning, and controlling

sporting and related events. Topics will include event logistics and hospitality, negotiations and contracts, risk management, working with

sport celebrities, licensing agreements and merchandizing, financing sports events, and sports tourism.

NSC 1902 Marine and Island Ecology 6 credits

For Non-Science majors. A comprehensive study of tropical marine and terrestrial organisms, the environments in which they live, and the

interactions between the organisms and their environments. The students will explore the various terrestrial and marine habitats of San

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Salvador Island, and keep a field journal in which will be recorded observations of the organisms and their habitats. Prerequisites: PED 1140

or PED 1142, and instructor’s signature is required. Note: Science majors should register for BIO 3930.

NSC 1960 Impact of Sustainable Agriculture on Italy’s History and Culture 6 credits

Will introduce sustainable agriculture. Students will study the meaning of dietary terms and nutritional characteristics using the Scientific Method.

The class integrates the natural and physical sciences and social sciences. Students learn “farm to table” ideals with agricultural specialists

committed to sustainable agriculture. The Italian peoples, culture and economics have adopted sustainability and thrived.

NSC 1975 Applied Science for Teachers 3 credits

The study of the natural sciences (Physical, Life, and Earth sciences) and their applications in the world. Will provide a fundamental knowledge

in the disciplines and hands-on activity-experiments in the scientific disciplines.

NSC 2929 Making and Using Telescopes 6 credits

A practical introduction to telescopes and astronomical viewing. The history of telescopes. Design and construction of telescopes and telescope

mounts. The optics of refracting and reflecting telescopes. Eyepiece design and construction. Mapping the night sky. Observations of the Sun, the

Moon, the planets, bright and faint stars, nebulae, and galaxies.

NSG-HMS 1967 Global Humanitarian Issues 3 credits

This course will explore humanitarian aid in the contexts of disaster response and on-going conflict. Based on guidelines established by

international responders, we will explore the consequences of mass population displacement and the potential difficulties, among them,

epidemics, starvation, and disrupted education. Legal and ethical issues including international law as it applies to humanitarianism will be

discussed and well as organizations available to provide aide. Distribution Requirement: GLP.

NSG-HLS-HMS 2920 Health Perspectives on Vulnerable Populations 3 credits

Features an exploration of global health and wellness needs of vulnerable populations. Emphasis is placed upon local (regional), national, and global

issues as they relate to the World Health Organization’s social determinants of health. Will focus on health indicators of global health and wellness

of vulnerable and underserved populations. Distribution Requirement: GLP.

PED 1902 Outdoor Adventure 6 credits

In this course will learn the skills necessary to take part in outdoor adventure activities. Specifically will learn many outdoor skills necessary

for survival, camping, hiking, etc. Will explore a specific pre-determined geographical area of the world. Also, learn how to organize adventure

trips and participate in several different adventures and/or a multi-day adventure trip. Each year the course explores a different region and

the adventures vary and change. Distribution Requirement: PEW. Fees may be associated with course.

PHR 3940 Environmental Ethics 3 credits

This course examines the relationship between ethics and the environment, in both a global sense and in terms of the value of nonhuman

beings that populate it. Possible topics covered include animal rights, environmental justice, biodiversity, population consumption, and

ecofeminism. Prerequisite: PHR 1006. Distribution Requirement: GLP.

PSC-ECO 1940 War and International Negotiations 3 credits

Is war profitable? How can we stop the buildup of weapons? Why do countries go to war? Can the U.N. operate without an international

government? These are a few of the questions that will be addressed in this course. We will study issues related to the strategic interaction of

countries in conflict through readings, discussion and film. Emphasis in addressing these topics will be placed on the theoretical results and

unexplained problems remaining.

PSC-PSY 2970 Political Motives: The Psychology and Rationality of Political Behavior 3 credits

The course provides an introduction to a number of concepts from psychology that help us to understand political behavior. Topics include

personality in politics, individual and group decision-making, the role of emotion in politics, and how psychological explanations can add

deeper understanding to the concept of rational decision-making. Such topics will aid students in understanding a wide range of political

behavior from media coverage of politics to campaign strategy. Prerequisites: PSC 1010 or PSY 1010 are recommended.

PSY 2980 Drugs and Behavior 3 credits

Studying the effects of psychoactive drug use on the brain and behavior may help us understand human behavior from a biopsychosocial

perspective. Draws on theory and research in related fields such as psychology, biology, pharmacology, neuroscience, chemistry, anthropology,

history, law, sociology, and political science to understand the effects of drug use on human behavior.

Co-requisite with SOC 2980.

SOC 2930 Sociology of Sports 3 credits

Course will focus on gender, race and social class aspects of organized sports. Issues such as drug use and geographic inequality will also be

discussed. Theories of institutions, social reproduction, bureaucracy, inequality and other important concepts will be applied to the world of

athletics. Course will look at the importance of organized sports for society. Distribution Requirement: WEP.

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SOC 2980 Drugs and Behavior 3 credits

Studying the effects of psychoactive drug use on the brain and behavior may help us understand human behavior from a biopsychosocial

perspective. Draws on theory and research in related fields such as psychology, biology, pharmacology, neuroscience, chemistry, anthropology,

history, law, sociology, and political science to understand the effects of drug use on human behavior.

Co-requisite with PSY 2980.

SSC 1915 Behind the Headlines: Understanding the Contemporary World 3 credits

An introduction to the analysis of contemporary world and national affairs, placing special emphasis on the historical and geographical

determinants of modern social, political, and economic developments. Distribution Requirement: GLP.

SC 1980 Natural and Social History of Eastern Australia 6 credits

A non-technical introduction to the natural history and culture of Australia. The geology of Australia will be introduced and several

ecosystems will be visited. Students will observe the unique flora and fauna of the continent. The indigenous people and European cultures

will be observed as will the relationships between the two. Students will have the opportunity to experience contemporary Australian culture.

Distribution Requirement: 3 NWP.

WMS 2901 WWW.Women 6 credits

Will engage students in a scholarly exploration of women’s creative traditions in western New York. Students will

work in teams to explore

and share traditions, via interviews, archival research, discussion, and creation of a World Wide Web site on the Internet. A major focus of the

course will be the conducting of oral histories of living women. No previous knowledge of computers or the Internet required.

Payment Schedule

All new students are required to pay a non-refundable enrollment deposit of $300, along with an

orientation fee of $150, in order to confirm their enrollment plans. The enrollment deposit payment will

be applied to the cost of attendance.

The following schedule lists important payment dates:

July 31

- Charges for the Fall Term are due and payable.

A carrying fee will be assessed on any balance remaining on or after August 31st

November 30

Charges for Winter Term and Spring Term are due and payable.

A carrying fee will be assessed on any balance remaining on or after January 11th.

The carrying fee is non-refundable and will be assessed on a monthly basis as a percentage of the total

outstanding balance. For Fall Term billing, this outstanding balance may be adjusted for anticipated

financial aid awards, i.e., offers of financial aid not yet credited to the tuition account balance. This will

not be the case for the Winter Term billing, as any outstanding issues pertaining to financial aid awards

should be resolved by that time.

For part-time students, by arrangement with the Business Office, tuition may be paid on the Deferred

Payment Plan.

Students who are not in good financial standing with the College, will be ineligible to receive grades,

transcripts, diplomas, and if a student’s account becomes seriously delinquent, the Bursar may declare the

student on financial probation which will carry the same limitations to activities as academic probation

page 23. Checks received from students or their financially responsible parent or guardian, which are

returned to the College unpaid by reason of insufficient funds, will result in the student being placed on

financial probation.

Fall Term enrollment, as well as participation in the housing and board programs, will be viewed as a

commitment for the entire academic year. Notification to the contrary must be made in writing by

completing an Application for Withdrawal or Leave of Absence Form with The Office of Campus Life.

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Refund Schedule

When a student notifies the College of their intent to withdraw and completes the appropriate

withdrawal or Leave of Absence process, charges will be made in accordance with the following schedule.

Fall Term 2022:

During Orientation week: —90% of basic charges refunded

First week of class: —70% of basic charges refunded

Second week of class: —50% of basic charges refunded

Third week of class: —30% of basic charges refunded

Fourth week of class: —10% of basic charges refunded

Fifth week of class: —no refund given

Winter Term 2023:

During Orientation week: —90% of basic charges refunded

First week of class: —70% of basic charges refunded

Second week of class: —50% of basic charges refunded

Third week of class: —30% of basic charges refunded

Fourth week of class: —10% of basic charges refunded

Fifth week of class: —no refund given

Spring Term 2023*:

First week of class: —50% of basic charges refunded

Second week of class: —25% of basic charges refunded

Third week of class: —no refund given

*Applicable only if charged for the Spring Term.

Students receiving DoD Tuition Assistance please refer to the refund schedule from the Business Office.

NOTES:

1. The week of withdrawal is the week in which written communication is received by The Office

of Campus Life (or a later date if the notice so stipulates). The first week of classes is the week in

which the first day of classes falls. The class week starts at 12:01 a.m. on Monday.

2. The standard refund policy will apply to students who have been suspended or dismissed for

disciplinary reasons

3. All scholarships, grants, and loans received through Elmira College will be pro-rated based on the

college refund schedule if the student withdraws during the academic year. Refunds for Federal Title

IV financial aid (PELL Grant, SEOG Grant, TEACH Grant, Federal Direct

Subsidized/Unsubsidized Loans, Federal Perkins Loans and Federal PLUS Loans) are governed by

federal law and a federal refund schedule. Students who withdraw or take a leave of absence from

the College during an enrollment period should contact the Bursar, McGraw Hall, room 118, (607)

735-1762. The Bursar completes the Department of Education worksheet for Return of Title IV

funds using the withdrawal or leave date to determine the amount of federal aid the student is eligible

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to receive based on the percentage of time enrolled in the term. All days during the term (except for

scheduled breaks of five days or more) are counted. Federal aid is prorated on a daily basis until the

student has completed 60% of the term (at which time, the student has earned 100% of Title IV

funds). For Military Tuition Assistance refund policy see “Veterans’ Information.”

All unearned federal aid is refunded back to the federal programs in the prescribed order.

A. Unsubsidized Direct Stafford Loan

B. Subsidized Direct Stafford Loan

C. Perkins Loan

D. Direct PLUS Loan (Graduate Student)

E. Direct PLUS Loan (Parent of an Undergraduate Student)

F. Pell Grant

G. SEOG Grant

H. TEACH Grant

Elmira College will debit the student account for any Title IV program funds that the school was required

to return.

The refund policies for Title IV Funds and Elmira College are separate. Therefore, a student may

still owe funds to Elmira College to cover unpaid institutional charges.

4. Students attending both Fall Term and Winter Term, but not Spring Term, will receive a refund of

Spring Term board only. Tuition, room, and fees are not charged separately for Spring Term and

therefore are not refundable.

5. Student employment is based on job availability, scheduling, and skills and is not guaranteed.

Students are paid federal minimum wage for hours worked, by direct deposit or check on a monthly

basis. To help pay your educational expenses, earning may be applied to your bill by payroll deduction

or cash payment. Scholarships and grants awarded by organizations and agencies other than the

College, and paid directly to the College, will not be deducted from charges due until actually

received. The Office of Financial Aid must be notified of any scholarship or grant awarded by

organizations and agencies

other than Elmira College.

6. Credit balances may be requested beginning five weeks after the term begins (three weeks for the

Spring Term).

Elmira College does not automatically issue refunds unless required under Title IV

(federal aid exceeds allowable billing charges), or the student graduates or withdraws. For students

who receive Title IV aid, credit balance refunds (min. $1.00) will automatically be refunded starting

no later than fourteen days after the start of class for each term.

Questions concerning Title IV guidelines should be directed to the Office of the Bursar. If a student does

not request a refund, the credit balance will remain on the student’s account to offset future charges.

Academic Requirements for Aid Eligibility

It is important that financial aid recipients read and understand the following information. If you have

any questions, please contact the Office of Financial Aid. In addition, please refer to the Index in The

Elmira College

Catalog

for more information on the

College’s Academic Regulations.

For State financial aid purposes,

full-time

is defined as being enrolled for a minimum of 12 credits Fall

Term and 12 credits Winter Term (or a combination of 12 credits Winter Term and Spring Term if a

written Plan of Study is filed with the Office of the Registrar

prior to the start of the Winter Term).

Federal Pell and TEACH Grant recipients must register for a minimum of 12 credits Fall Term, 12 credits

Winter Term, and 6 credits Spring Term. Students who fail to enroll for the minimum credit hours or the

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number of credits specified by the governing agency could face possible reduction in their Federal and

State Grants.

A drop or withdrawal from a course may result in a decrease or cancellation of awards.

Students must meet grade point average requirements outlined in the Financial Aid Award messages

on MyEC or contract for continuance of aid.

The

academic records of financial aid recipients will be

reviewed at the end of the Fall Term for continuance of State Grants, at the end of each term for Federal

TEACH or NYS Aid for Part Time Study Grants and at the end of the academic year for continuance

of all financial aid.

As outlined below, the minimum standards for

Satisfactory Academic Progress

, currently approved by

the N.Y. State Commissioner of Education require that a student achieve a

specified cumulative grade

point average (qualitative measure) and accrue a specified number of credits (credits accrued or earned

versus credits attempted, quantitative measure or pace).

In addition, the Higher Education Act requires

that at the end of the student’s second academic year or its equivalent, the student must have a GPA of at

least a 2.0 or have academic standing consistent with the College’s graduation requirements.

The

maximum time frame to maintain financial aid eligibility cannot exceed 150% of published length of

the program.

For example, a student enrolled in an undergraduate program normally consisting of 120

credit hours must complete their program after attempting a maximum of 180 credit hours, measured by

credits attempted and transfer credits (accepted and applied to the degree).

Program Pursuit - New York state-sponsored grant recipients must also receive

a passing or failing

grade (A – F letter grade) in a certain percentage of courses each term, depending on the number of state

award payments the student has received.

For the first and second payments, 50 percent of the minimum full-time requirement

(i.e., 6 credit hours).

For the third and fourth payments, 75 percent of the minimum full-time requirement

(i.e., 9 credit hours).

For five or more payments, 100 percent of the minimum full-time requirement

(i.e., 12 credit hours).

Satisfactory Academic Progress

Applies to students’ first receiving aid in 2010-2011 and Thereafter.

Before Being

Certified For

This TAP

Payment

First

Second

Third

Fourth

Fifth

Sixth

Seventh

Eighth

Ninth

Tenth

A Student

Must Have

Accrued At

Least This

Many Credits

111

With At Least

This Grade

Point Average

1.5

1.8

2.0

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Regulations provide for a one-time waiver of the financial aid standards in exceptional cases. Written

documentation, addressed to the Director of Financial Aid, must demonstrate extenuating circumstances

such as injury, illness or undue hardship, during the term that prevented the student from meeting the

standards. There must also be a reasonable expectation that the student will meet future requirements.

Third party documentation must support the waiver request. The Director of Financial Aid is the

designated official to grant or deny the waiver request, based on submitted documentation and

consultation with the Registrar and other College officials.

Financial Aid Important Addresses and Phone Numbers:

Office of Financial Aid Vermont Student Assistance

Elmira College Corp. (VSAC)

One Park Place 1 (800) 642-3177

Elmira, New York 14901 www.vsac.org

(607) 735-1728 [email protected]

e-mail: [email protected]

Federal Student Aid Information Center New York State Higher Education

1 (800) 433-3243 Services Corporation

Studentaid.gov (NYSHESC)

General information, status of your 99 Washington Avenue

FAFSA application or duplicate copy of Albany, NY 12255

Student Aid Report 1 (888) 697-4372

To apply or schedule an appointment visit:

www.hesc.ny.gov

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College Directory

Office of the President:

Charles Wharton Lindsay, Ph.D., President

Mary Catherine Barrett, Executive Assistant to the President

Office of Academic Affairs:

Patricia Ireland, Ph.D., Provost

Cheryl L. Baumgartner, A.A., Executive Assistant to the Provost

James A. Baer, B.S., AuD, Program Director and Assistant Professor of Communication

Sciences and Disorders

Michael Halperin, Ed.M., Registrar and Associate Academic Dean

Carolyn Kay Draht, M.S.Ed., Associate Registrar and Academic

Accommodation Coordinator

Stephanie Herzig Johnson, Ph.D., Director of Teacher Education and Assistant Professor of

Inclusive Special Education

Margaret Christine Kappandaze, M.L.S., Director of Gannett-Tripp Library

Joseph E. Lemak, Ph.D., Director of the Center for Mark Twain Studies and

Assistant Professor of History

Scott McGuire, Technical Director of Theatre

Chanika Mitchell, M.A., Instructional Designer and Educational Technologies

Administrator

James Phillip Randall, B.S., Laboratory Manager and Chemical Hygiene Officer

Rachel M. Redmond, M.S., Director of the Center for Academic and Professional Excellence

and Career Services

Anthony J. Affissio, B.A., Head eSports Coach and Academic Support Specialist

Michaela Johnson ’17, B.S., Assistant Director of the Center for Academic and

Professional Excellence and Career Services

Melanie Moon, B.S., Coordinator, Career Services and Community Engagement

Andrew Stage, J.D., Director of Graduate Studies and Associate Director of Teacher

Education

Missy Ann Volino, Ph.D., Director of Nurse Education and

Associate Professor of Nurse Education

Office of Communications and Marketing:

Jennifer L. Swain, APR, M.S., Vice President of

Communications and Marketing

Sarah Grossman, M.S., M.A., Director of Communications and Content Strategy

Anna Jane Kempf '21, B.A., Social Media and Digital Content Coordinator

Ronald Anthony Nagy, B.S., Enrollment Marketing Manager

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Office of Finance and Administration:

Kathy McDermott, M.B.A., Vice President of Finance and Administration

Josh Campbell, A.S., Director of Facilities

Kevin Lee Cook, A.A., Supervisor of Grounds

Carrie A. Knapp, A.S., Office Administrator

Steven M. Spina, Supervisor of Housekeeping and Setup

Jessica Jean Carpenter, M.S., Associate Vice President of Human Resources

Sarah Elaine Finnefrock, B.S., Assistant Director of Human Resources

Kyle A. Gilbert, M.B.A., Comptroller

Arlene Hodge, Accounts Payable Specialist

Patricia V. Hughes, A.A.S., Finance and Accounting Assistant

Mary Jo Kelleher, Financial Accountant

Adam J. Rominger, M.S., Bursar

Thomas E. Steffes, M.S., Director of Information Technology

Bauduine Basabakwinshi, B.A., Help Desk Coordinator

Charlotte Echevarria, M.A., Director of Help Desk and IT User Services

Timothy Ellis, A.S., Hardware Administrator

Caleb Joshua Hess, B.C.S., Director of Enterprise Services

Brenden Wood, Access Control Technician

Office of Campus Life:

Elizabeth Ann Lambert, Ed.D., Vice President of Campus Life and Dean of Students

Ytzel Y. Flores Cristiansen, B.A., Assistant Director of Campus Life

Joseph J. Kane, A.A.S. Director of Campus Safety

Rachel Ann Marie McEvoy ’14, MSN, APRN, AGPCNP-BC, Nurse Practitioner and

Director of Health Services

Lisa L. Garrity, RN-BC, BSN, MSN, College Health Nurse

Kevin J. Murphy, Ph.D., Director of Counseling

Jaime Nicole Panos ’18, M.S., Assistant Dean of Students

Liberty R. Hager ’20, B.S., Residence Life Coordinator

Ashley M. Span, B.A, Residence Life Coordinator

Grace Marie Sullivan, B.S., Community Coordinator

Molly R. Sullivan, B.A., Community Coordinator

Larry L. Parker II, M.S., Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and Title IX

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Office of Enrollment Management:

Eric Sykes, M.S., Vice President of Enrollment Management

Patrick Logan Gillette, M.S., Director of Admissions

Leah Amos, M.A., Associate Director of Enrollment Operations

Jennifer A. Robinson, B.A., Transfer Admissions Counselor

Lorraine Marie Mothershed, Director of Financial Aid

Penelope Suzette Appenzellar, M.S.Ed., Assistant Director of Financial Aid

Jason Whitney, M.S., Admissions Counselor

Office of Athletics:

Rhonda Ann Faunce, M.S., Director of Athletics

Anthony J. Affissio, B.A., Head eSports Coach and Academic Support Specialist

Mohamed Lamine Balde, B.S., Head Men’s Soccer Coach

Adam M. Robinson, B.S., Assistant Varsity Soccer Coach

Ian J. Donlon, Assistant Men’s Soccer Coach

Edward Peyton Frick, B.A., Assistant Women’s Soccer Coach

Preston Chapman, M.S., Athletic Facilities and Event Operations Manager

Timothy Patrick Crowley, M.S.Ed., Head Women’s Ice Hockey Coach

Amanda S. Montgomery, B.A., Assistant Women’s Hockey Coach,

Assistant Director of Intramurals, and Student-Athlete Success Coordinator

Erin Marie Gehen, M.S., Associate Director of Athletics

Anthony S. Goncalves, Head Baseball Coach

Mark Joseph Ryan, B.A., Assistant Baseball Coach

Cody D. Griswold, B.S., Head Men’s and Women’s Wrestling Coach

Ashley Keenan, B.S., Assistant Women’s Wrestling Coach

Collin R. Hetherington, M.S., Director of Sports Information

Douglas Page, B.S., Assistant Director of Sports Information

John Maio, M.S., Head Strength and Conditioning Coach

Casey D. McGraw, B.S., Head Men’s Basketball Coach

Christopher Piscioneri, M.S., Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach

Daniel Miranda, M.S., Head Coach of Men and Women’s Volleyball

Ryan Martin McDonough, Associate Head Volleyball Coach and Student

Activities Coordinator

Amber Lea Myers, M.S., Head Cheerleading Coach

Madison Gale Peters, Assistant Cheerleading Coach

Joseph Cosmo Buonemani IV, B.S., Assistant Baseball Coach

Thaddeus M. Phillips, Assistant Head Women’s Basketball Coach

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Mallory E. Lawes, B.S., M.B.A., Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach

Aaron Anthony Saul ’98, M.S., Head Men’s Ice Hockey Coach and Assistant Director

of Athletics

Austin M. Teets, Assistant Coach and Operations Assistant

Lauren Ashley Thomas, M.S., Head Field Hockey Coach

Anna Jane Kempf '21, B.A., Assistant Field Hockey Coach

David Allan Tomkalski, M.A., ATC, Assistant Director of Sports Medicine and

Head Athletic Trainer

Maria G. Market, B.S., ATC, Assistant Athletic Trainer

Kelsey Shonk, M.S., Assistant Athletic Trainer

Randie Joseph Torgalski, M.S., Head Softball Coach and Assistant Director of Athletics

Chelsea Taylor Storch, Assistant Softball Coach

Michael Anthony Zannella, B.S., Head Golf Coach and Assistant Men’s Hockey Coach

Office of External Relations:

Wade S. Hart, B.S., M.A., Vice President of Advancement

Lindsay R. Baker, B.A., Director of Annual Giving

Ellen Maria Himmelreich, ’17, B.S. Director of Alumni Relations

Sydney Marie Stringham ’19, M.S.Ed., Assistant Director of Alumni

Relations

Bailey Knapsack ’17, M.S., Director of Advancement Services

Angela L. May, B.S., Director of Development

Valerie Rogers Rosplock, M.A., Director of Grants

Emeriti Faculty and Administration:

Stephen Francis Coleman

B.A., Boston University; M.A., Boston University; M.S., Boston University; Ph.D., Boston University; Vice President Emeritus

of Academic Affairs and Dean of Faculty, Professor of Political Science

Maureen Ann Donohue-Smith

B.A., Pennsylvania State University; B.S., University of Pennsylvania; M.S., Colorado University; Ph.D., Cornell University;

Associate Professor Emerita of Human Services

Christine Bezotte

B.S., Clarkson University; M.Ed., St. Lawrence University; Ph.D., Clarkson University; Associate Professor Emerita of Biology

Marybeth Alves Gillis

B.S., Northeastern University; M.S., Syracuse University; Associate Professor Emerita of Nurse Education

Myra Glenn

B.A., Canisius College; M.A., Ph.D., State University of New York at Buffalo; Professor Emerita of American History

James David Gray

B.A., M.S. in Ed., Syracuse University; Director Emeritus of the Gannett-Tripp Library

Douglas Holtgrewe

B.A., M.F.A., Southern Illinois; Professor Emeritus of Art

Phyllis Holtgrewe

B.S. Cornell University; M.S., Ithaca College; Associate Professor Emerita of Speech and Hearing

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Margaret Leahy Hopkins

B.S., State University of New York at Albany; M. S., State University of New York at Binghamton; Associate Professor Emerita

of Nurse Education

J. Charles Jacobson

B.A., Southern Illinois University; Ph.D., Northwestern University; Associate Professor Emeritus of Mathematics

Joseph John Koczan

M.A., University of Northern Colorado in Business Administration; Vice President Emeritus of Finance and Dean of

Administration

Gary C. LaPointe

A.B., The College of the Holy Cross; M.A., Boston College; Ph.D., Case Western Reserve University; Associate Professor

Emeritus of English

Diane Maluso

B.A., M.A., Ph.D., University of Rhode Island; Associate Professor Emerita of Psychology

John Farrell McLaughlin

B.A., Boston University; Ph.D., Brandeis University; Professor Emeritus of Philosophy and Religion

Robin O’Brian

B.A., University of California, M.A., California State University, Ph.D., University of California, Associate Professor Emerita

of Anthropology and Sociology

Linda Pratt

B.A., M.Ed., Ed.D., University of Massachusetts at Amherst; Dana Professor Emerita of Education

Christine Rosner

B.S., Columbia University; M.A., Ph.D., University of Connecticut; Associate Professor Emerita of German

Thomas Kane Rutan

B.A., Rutgers University; M.B.A., Seton Hall University; Vice President Emeritus

Lois Schoener

D.N.Sc., Doctor of Nursing Science; Professor Emerita of Nursing and Director of Nurse Education

Peter C. Schwartz

B.A., Mount Saint Mary’s College; M.S., Washington State University; Ph.D., Bowling Green State University; Associate

Emeritus Professor of English

Gretchen Ehle Sharlow ’91

M.S., Elmira College, Director Emerita Center for Mark Twain Studies

Lauren Shaw

B.A., University of Connecticut; M.S., Wesleyan University; University of Connecticut; Ph.D., City University of New York;

Associate Professor Emerita of Spanish and Hispanic Studies

Norman Smith, Ph.D., President Emeritus

Robert Parrish Shephard

B.A., The Evergreen State College; M.A., Ph.D., Claremont Graduate School; The Leonard Tydings Grant Emeritus

Professor of History

Lawrence James Stephens

B.S., Loyola University of Chicago; Ph.D., University of Nebraska Lincoln; Georgia Harkness Professor of Natural Science,

Professor Emeritus of Natural Science

Elizabeth Margaret Wavle-Brown

B.M., State University of New York at Potsdam; A.M.L.S., University of Michigan; M.S. Elmira College; Dean and Director

Emerita of the Library

Karen Sue Wheaton

B.S., State University of New York at Albany; M.S., State University of New York at Geneseo; Associate Professor Emerita of

Communication Sciences and Disorders

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Mark Brooks Woodhouse

B.A., The Catholic University of America; M.S. Rochester Institute of Technology; M.L.S. State University of New York at

Buffalo; Technical Services and Archives Librarian Emeritus

Resident Tenure-Track Faculty and Librarians:

Mark Abdalla

B.S., Carnegie Mellon University; M.A., Boston University; MBA, Cornell University; Assistant Professor of Finance (2021)

James Baer

B.S., SUNY Cortland; AuD University of Louisville; Assistant Professor of Communication Sciences and Disorders and

Program Director of Communication Sciences and Disorders (2015)

Doc Billingsley

B.A., Millsaps College; Ph.D. Washington University in St. Louis; Assistant Professor of Anthropology (2019)

Tammy Bocek

B.S. Pennsylvania College of Technology; M.S., SUNY Stony Brook Pathways to Midwifery; Assistant Professor of Nurse

Education (2018)

Trevor Browning

B.S., Eckerd College; M.A., Tabor Academy, Marion; Ph.D., The Ohio State University; Assistant Professor of Environmental

Science (2021)

Susan Cagir

BSN, Pace University; MSN, College of New Rochelle; Assistant Professor of Nurse Education (2019)

Derek Chalfant

B.A., Herron School of Art, Indiana University; M.F.A, University of Notre Dame; Associate Professor of Art (2003)

Eileen Choi

B.S., Villanova University, M.S., LeMoyne College, Ph.D., Villanova University; Assistant Professor of Nurse Education (2017)

Martha Anderson Easton

B.A., Swarthmore College; Ph.D., University of Minnesota; Associate Professor of Sociology (2005)

Todd Patrick Egan

B.S., Heidelberg College; M.S., Botany-Miami University; Ph.D., Ohio University; Professor of Biology (2001)

Thomas J. Fiala

Ph.D., Senior Lecturer in Education (2019)

Adam Giambrone

B.S., Hobart and William Smith College; Ph.D., Michigan State University, Associate Professor of Mathematics (2018)

Lynn Louise Gillie

B.S., University of Minnesota; Ph.D., Southern Illinois University at Carbondale; Professor of Biology, Pre-Health Coordinator,

and Coordinator of Spring Term Travel (1997)

Ruth Gorlin

Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Communication Sciences and Disorders (2020)

Susan Elizabeth Wurzer Gustafson

B.S., West Chester State College; M.S., Keuka College; Ph.D., Saint John Fisher College; Associate Professor of Nurse

Education (2013)

Hannah Mae Hammond

B.A., Plymouth State University; MA, Royal Conservatoire of Scotland; MFA, Virginia Commonwealth University; Assistant

Professor of Theatre (2019)

Annaliese D. Hoehling

B.A., Henderson State University; M.A., University of Arkansas; M.F.A. University of Arkansas; Ph.D., University of

Massachusetts; Assistant Professor and Director of Academic Writing Program (2021)

Patricia Ireland

B.A., Theology and Sociology Boston College; M.A., Pastoral Ministry Boston College; Master of Divinity,

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Andover Newton Theological School; Master of Philosophy, Drew University; Ph.D., Theology Drew University;

Provost (2021)

Rebecca Johnson

B.S., University of Wisconsin-Madison, M.S., Cornell University, Ph.D., Syracuse University, Assistant Professor of Adolescence

Education (2013)

Stephanie Herzig Johnson

B.S., St. Bonaventure University; M.S., St. Bonaventure University; Ph.D., University at Buffalo; Director of Teacher Education

and Assistant Professor of Inclusive Special Education (2019)

Margaret Christine Kappanadze

B.A., College of Wooster, M.L.S., Drexel University; Director of the Library (2008)

Kelly A. Kane

B.A., Ithaca College; M.S., Iowa State University; Ph.D., Iowa State University; Assistant Professor of Psychology (2021)

Mariam Khawar

B.A., Knox College; M.A., Ph.D., Johns Hopkins University; Professor of Economics (1997)

Daniel Kjar

B.S., Northern State University; M.S., Georgetown University; Ph.D., Georgetown University; Associate Professor of Biology

(2006)

Joseph Kolacinski

B.S., Florida Atlantic University; M.S., D.A., University of Miami; Assistant Professor of Mathematics (2008)

Carol Lenhart

B.S., SUNY at Brockport; M.A., University of Delaware; Ph.D., University of Delaware; Associate Professor of Criminal Justice

(2006)

Mitchell Ray Lewis

B.A., M.A., California State University, Fullerton; Ph.D., University of Oklahoma; Georgia Harkness Professor of English

Literature (2003)

Christopher Longwell

A.A.S., Corning Community College; B.F.A., Alfred University; M.F.A., Edinborough College; Assistant Professor of Art

(1997)

Amy Lyndaker

B.A., Goucher College; Ph.D., Cornell University; Associate Professor of Biology (2015)

Mary Josephine Mahoney

B.A., SUNY Stony Brook; M.F.A., Sarah Lawrence College; Ph.D., University of Houston; Associate Professor of English

(2000)

Ryan J. McCulloch

B.A., King’s College; M.A. and Ph.D., Binghamton University; Associate Professor of Mathematics (2021)

Charles Edward Mitchell

B.A., Williams College; Ph.D., Claremont Graduate School; Professor of American Studies (1993)

Deborah Duncan Owens

B.S., Mississippi State University; M.S., Mississippi State University Meridian; Ph.D., Mississippi State University, Associate

Professor of Teacher Education Literacy (2013)

Elisabeth A. Paulson

B.S., Pennsylvania State University; Ph.D., University of Illinois; Assistant Professor of Biology (2021)

Mark Gerald Pitner

B.A., University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee; MA, Ph.D., University of Washington; Associate Professor of History (2011)

Gennaro Rendino

B.S., M.B.A., Cornell University, Associate Professor of Business Administration (2017)

John Andrew Savash

B.S., Canisius College; M.B.A., Ohio University; Associate Professor of Accounting (1999)

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Matthew Seybold

B.A., Washington University; M.A., University of California-Irvine; Ph.D., University of California–Irvine; Assistant Professor

of English (2015)

Kelly R. Smith

B.A., Mansfield University; MSW, Marywood University; Assistant Professor of Human Services (2021)

Corey Eugene Stilts

B.S. University of Pittsburgh; Ph.D., University of Buffalo; Associate Professor of Chemistry (2009)

Joel Stoker

B.A., M.A., Arizona State University; Lecturer in Religious Studies (2015)

Alicia Tammaro

B.S., Elmira College; M.S., University at Buffalo; Assistant Professor of Nurse Education (2019)

Vicki Teribury

Diploma of Nursing, Arnot Ogden Medical Center; B.S.N., Mansfield University; M.S.N., Mansfield University; Ph.D.,

Wilkes University; Assistant Professor of Nurse Education (2019)

Christopher Paul Terry

B.S., Towson University; M.S., Syracuse University; Ph.D., Syracuse University; Assistant Professor of Psychology and

Coordinator of Academic Advising (2009)

Robyn Torgalski

B.S.N., University of Rochester; M.S.N., Georgetown University; Assistant Professor of Nursing (2021

Jim Twombly

B.A., Stony Brook University; M.A., SUNY at Stony Brook; Ph.D., SUNY at Stony Brook; Professor of Political Science (2006)

Milissa Volino

B.S., Mansfield University; M.S., Syracuse University; Ph.D., Director of Nurse Education (2002)

Autumn A. Walden

B.A., The Pennsylvania State University; B.A., AOJ, J.D., Widener School of Law ; MACJ, The Pennsylvania State of

University; Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice (2021)

Autumn Watts

B.A., Portland State University; M.A., Cornell University; Lecturer in Writing (2021)

Alison M. Wolfe

B.S., King's College; M.B.A., Binghamton University; M.S., Elmira College; Ph.D., International School of Management Paris

France; Professor of Marketing (2003)

Ping Zheng

B.S., M.D., Wuhan University; Ph.D., University of Wyoming; Associate Professor of Psychology (2016)

Part-Time Lectures:

The faculty is composed of persons from within the College and from the community. Part time lecturers teach

in the Undergraduate and Graduate divisions of the College. Each part time lecturer is carefully selected on the

basis of professional competence, academic training, and interest in teaching.

The following are part time lecturers who have taught for Elmira College on a regular basis for at least ten years:

Karen Colegrove

M.S., Syracuse University, Lecturer in Nursing (1994)

Jane A. LeClair

B.A., D.Ed., Syracuse University; M.S.Ed., State University of New York College at Oswego; M.B.A., City University; Lecturer

in Adult Education (1993)

Marichiel A. Lewis

J.D., University of Oklahoma

Richard J. Marchesani

B.A., Utica College of Syracuse University; M.S., Syracuse University, Ed.D., Nova Southeastern University; Lecturer in

Education (2008)

Cheryl Meyer

M.S., Syracuse University, Clinical Nurse Specialist in Trauma and Critical Care, Lecturer in Nursing (1995)

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Mia Wise ’92

Lecturer in Dance (1998)

Deborah M. Woglom

B.S.N., University of Delaware; M.S.N., Binghamton University; Lecturer in Nursing (1995)

Affiliate Faculty

Cathy Bartoszek

Florida Regional Medical Center, Naples, Director of Nursing

Karyn Besegai

Massachusetts General, Nursing Project Coordinator

Candis Contento

B.S., R.N., UHS- United Health Services, Inc., Nurse Educator

Debbie Day

M.S., R.N., UPMC Susquehanna Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital

(SSMH), Hospital Charge Nurse and Nursing Administration

Nicole DeRenda

R.N, MBA, ECMC, Erie County Medical Center, Assistant Vice President of Critical Care and Emergency Services /Director of

Med/Surg Nursing Education

Maegan Franco

Saint Anthony’s Community Hospital, Warwick NY, in Worchester Medical Center, Nurse Educator

Barbara Goodwin

R.N., Cayuga Medical Center, Director of Staff Education

Michele Harms

M.S., MT(ASCP), Program Director, The UPMC Chautauqua WCA Medical Laboratory Science Program

Tonya M. Lawrence

R.N., Northwell Health - Institution for Nursing - Long Island Jewish Medical Center - Forrest Hills - New York City and

Northwell Health - Institution for Nursing - Southside - New York City, Assistant Director of Corp Nursing

Education

Sarah Lesniak

R.N. B.C., Strong Memorial, Rochester University Medical Center and Golisano’s Children’s Hospital, Senior Nurse Educator-

Affliated Schools Coordinator

Kaitlyn Levasseur

Our Lady of Lordes Hospital, Nurse Manager

Brian Spezialetti

M.S, MT (ASCP), Program Director, Clinical Laboratory Sciences Program at Robert Packer Hospital, Sayre, Pennsylvania

Ferdinand Venditti

MD, Executive Vice President for System Care Delivery, Hospital General Director, Albany Medical Center Hospital.

Wendy Windsor

Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, Clinical Placement Coordinator

Kim Winne

R.N., M.S., CMSRN, Saratoga General, Clinical Educator

Carla Wyllie

Ellis Hospital, Nurse Manager

Mitchell Zaretsky

New York Methodist Hospital Center for Allied Health Education; Director of Development and Planning

Non Discrimination Statement

In compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; Title IX of the Education Amendments of

1972 and the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and other state, federal, and local laws, Elmira College

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does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, race, gender identity or gender expression, pregnancy,

familial status, sex, sexual orientation or expression, religion, national origin (ancestry), citizenship,

military status, genetic information or disability in any phase of its employment process, and of its

admission or financial aid programs, or any aspects of its educational programs or activities.

For concerns related to students contact the College’s Title IX Coordinator, Larry Parker II, Director

of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion/Title IX Coordinator, Campus Compliance Officer at (607) 735-1748.

For concerns related to employees contact Ms. Jessica Carpenter, Director of Human Resources, at (607)

735-1810 or e-mail [email protected], McGraw Hall, room 115, the College’s compliance officer for

employees. More detail can be found in the Student and Employee Handbooks.

Safety and Security

In Compliance with The Crime Awareness and Campus Security Act of 1990 as amended in 1992, the

Elmira College Safety and Security Report is published annually. The report provides detailed information

about the Elmira College Security Staff, relationships with local, state and federal law enforcement

agencies, crime prevention education programs, procedures for reporting crimes and other emergencies,

campus resources for victims of assault, including sexual assault, fire safety, and general campus safety.

Statistics concerning crimes on campus for the most recent three calendar years are included in this report.

A copy of the Elmira College Safety and Security Report may be obtained from the Office of Admissions.

In compliance with Article 129-A of New York’s Education Law, the Advisory Committee on Campus

Security will provide on request all campus crime statistics as reported to the United States Department

of Education. These statistics can also be obtained online by going to www.ope.ed.gov/security/.

Missing Student Notification Policies and Procedures

It is the policy of Elmira College to investigate any report of a missing student who is enrolled and

attending classes. This policy, with its accompanying procedures, establishes a framework for cooperation

among members of the College community aimed at locating and assisting students who are reported

missing.

A student will be deemed missing when reported absent from the College (including trips and athletic

events) without any known reason. All reports of missing students must be directed to Elmira College’s

Office of Campus Safety at 607-735-1777. Campus Safety, in collaboration with various Campus Life

departments, will lead in investigating each report and make a determination whether the student is

missing in accordance with this policy.

All students have the option to identify a confidential contact person or persons who will be notified

within 24 hours in the event that a determination is made by the College that the student is missing. This

contact information may be added through an online form through the Office of Residence Life. Only

those authorized by the Vice President of Campus Life and law enforcement officers in furtherance of a

missing person investigation may have access to this information.

If a missing student is under 18 years of age, and not an emancipated individual, the institution will

notify a custodial parent or guardian of the missing student not later than 24 hours after the determination

that the student is missing.

Elmira College will contact local police and other law enforcement agencies no later than 24 hours

after the institution receives a report that any student is missing.

Given the various housing options at Elmira College, there is no formal procedure or prescribed

timelines for monitoring whether students are present in their assigned student housing. Student welfare

and safety is paramount to Elmira College; however, the institution recognizes and makes known its

limitations in obtaining accurate and timely information on the whereabouts of students.

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The Office of Campus Life shall have the responsibility to make the provisions of this policy and the

procedures set forth below available to students.

Procedures:

Any report of a missing student, from whatever source, must immediately be directed to the Office of

Campus Safety.

When a student is reported missing the Office of Campus Safety will:

1. Initiate an investigation to determine the validity of the missing person report;

2. Inform the Office of Campus Life;

3. Make a determination as to the status of the missing student;

4. Notify local police or other appropriate law enforcement agencies within 24 hours after the

institution receives a report that the student is missing;

5. If the student is missing from a trip sponsored by the institution, the Office of Campus Safety, in

collaboration with the staff member on the trip, will contact local law enforcement.

Upon determining the student is missing the Office of Campus Life will:

1. Notify the person(s) identified by the missing student as the confidential contact within 24 hours

of making the determination that the student is missing;

2. If the missing student is under the age of 18, and not an emancipated individual, notify the

student’s custodial parent or guardian as contained in the institutions records within 24 hours of

the determination that the student is missing;

3. Inform Senior Officers as needed ; and

4. Initiate whatever other action is deemed appropriate under the circumstances to be in the best

interest of the missing student.

The Office of Campus Life shall initiate whatever action is deemed appropriate under the

circumstances to be in the best interest of the missing student.

Student Contact Information:

In addition to having the option to identify a “confidential contact person” as provided in this policy,

all students are asked to submit emergency contact information and update it yearly. The Office of

Residence Life will verify and collect emergency contact information from residential students during fall

move in.

Student Notification of This Policy:

 Included on the Campus Life and Campus Safety webpages and on the student tab in MyEC

Portal.

 Discussed during mandatory housing meetings at the beginning of each semester.

 Included in the Annual Campus Security and Fire Safety Report.

Data:

Graduation rate and transfer out data from Elmira College is available on the Student Consumer Information

Page, https://www.elmira.edu/Student/Offices_Resources/Student_Consumer_Information.html.

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INDEX

C - Continued

Academic Fellows 13

Charter and Curricula 4

Academic Honesty 17

Civil Law, Relation to 11

Academic Honors 22

Classes, Cancellation or Closing 26

Academic Programs 4

College-Level Examination Program (CLEP) 29

Academic Publications 16

Conduct Matters 10

Academic Services and Regulations 16

Academic Standing 23

Correspondence 198

Academic Writing Program 34, 37, 44

Courses of Instruction 40

Accessibility Services (Accommodations)

Course Load 20

Accreditation and Memberships 3

Credits 17

Active Military Service 9

Credit by Examination 28

Adding Courses 24

Credit From Other Colleges

(Transfer of Credits)

Advanced Placement Program 30

Advising, Academic 16

Aid Eligibility 181

Declaration of Major 27

Associate Degrees

Directed Study 13

Associate in Arts, Science 37

Directory, College 184

Business (Associate in Science) 70

General Studies (Associate in Arts) 37

Human Services (Associate in Science) 128

Equivalency Examination 30

Athletics 9

Examinations 27

Athletic Coaching 150

Excelsior College Examination 28

Attendance 26

E.C.

Data

Student Consumer Information

194

Auditing a Course 21

Fashion Business School,

Tommy Hilfiger

Baccalaureate Degree 33

Field Codes 40

Baccalaureate, Second Degree 28

Field Experience 35, 118

First-Year Seminar (FYS) 34, 122

Campus Engagement 9

Campus Life 4

General Degree Requirements 34

Career Services 5

Grade Appeal Procedure 19

Certificate Program, Education 96

Grade Changes 19

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G - Continued

Majors Baccalaureate Con’t.:

Grade Point Average 18

Anthropology and Sociology (B.A. or B.S.) 48

Grading System 18

Art (B.A.) [See 2022-2023 Addenda]

Graduation Application 22

Art History (ARH) Course Descriptions 52

Biology (B.A. or B.S.) 58

Biochemistry (B.A. or B.S.) 62

Health Insurance 7

Business Administration (B.S.) 68

Health Care Professions 15

Chemistry (B.A. or B.S.) 78

Heath Center 7

Clinical Laboratory Science (B.S.) 85

Hilfiger,

Tommy Hilfiger Fashion Business

School

Communications Course Descriptions 87

Honors, Academic/Program 11, 22, 127

Communication Sciences and. Disorders 87

Honor Points 18

Criminal Justice (B.S.) 91

Education (B.A. or B.S.) 96

Educational Studies (B.A. or B.S.) 109

Independent Study 13

English Literature (B.A.) 111

Incompletes 20

Environmental Science (B.A. or B.S.) 115

Intercollegiate Athletics/Sports 9

Finance (B.S.) 119

International Baccalaureate (IB) 30

Fine Arts Course Descriptions 122

Internships (FEX) 36

First-Year Seminar Course Description 122

General Studies (B.S.) 123

Geology Course Description 123

Leaves of Absence 25

Healthcare Course Descriptions 123

Liberal Arts Pillars and World Engagement 34

History (B.A. or B.S.) 123

Honors Program 127

Human Services (B.S.) 127

4 + 1 M.B.A. or M.S. Programs 15

Individualized Studies (B.A. or B.S.) 132

M.A., Keiser University in CRJ or Homeland

Security 16

Language and Literature Descriptions 133

Major, Second 28

Learning Resource Studies Descriptions 133

Mathematical and Quantitative Reasoning 34, 37

Legal Studies (B.A. or B.S.) 134

Mathematics (B.A. or B.S.) 136

Majors Baccalaureate:

Media Studies Course Descriptions 141

[Also see the 2022-2023 Addenda]

Accounting (B.S.) 41

Natural Sciences Course Descriptions 144

Accounting 150-Hr Licensure (B.S.) 42

Nursing (B.S.) 145

Actuarial and Financial Science (B.S.) 44

Philosophy and Religion Course Descriptions 148

American Sign Language Descriptions 46

Physical Education Athletic Coaching Certificate 150

American Studies Course Descriptions 47

Physical Education and Wellness 35

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Majors Baccalaureate Con’t.

Minors, Baccalaureate

Continued

Physics Course Descriptions 152

Mathematics 137

Political Science (B.A. or B.S.) 152

Medical Humanities 142

Psychology (B.A. or B.S.) 157

Political Science 153

Social Science Course Descriptions 160

Sociology and Anthropology 162

Social Studies (B.A. or B.S.) 160

Speech and Hearing 89

Sociology and Anthropology (B.A. or B.S.) 161

Sustainability 165

Spanish Course Descriptions 164

Theatre 167

Speech Communication Course Descriptions 164

Women’s Studies 170

Speech and Hearing (B.S.)

(CSD)

Speech and Language Disabilities (B.A. or B.S.) 87

M - Continued

Sports Management Course Descriptions 164

Missing Student Procedures 193

Theatre (B.A) 167

Mission Statement 3

Visual Arts (B.A.) 101

Writing Program 34, 37, 44

M - Continued

Non Discrimination Policy

192

Major Requirements, HEGIS Codes 38

Medical Forms 7

Mid-Term Warnings 24

Orientation 4

Outstanding Balance 27

Minors, Baccalaureate

Anthropology and Sociology 48

Art 51

Payment Schedule 179

Digital Art and Graphic Design 51

Pre-Law Advising and Preparation 12

Pre-Athletic Training 57

Pre-Medical Preparation 13

Biology 63

Programs, Academic 4

Business Administration 70

Programs, High School Students 14

Chemistry 81

Programs, Senior Citizen 14

Criminal Justice 92

Economics 95

English Literature 111

Refund Schedule 180

Environmental Science 117

Repeating Courses 21

Fashion Marketing 70

Residence Requirements 4

Fashion Merchandising 71

Residency Requirement 17

Finance 120

ROTC (Air Force) 14, 45

History 124

ROTC

(Army-Military Science and Leadership)

14, 143

Legal Studies 134

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Safety and Security 193

Undergraduate Credit, for Graduate Courses 14

S-D-F Grade Option 19

Social Guidelines 10

Special Academic Opportunities 11

Veteran’s and Active Military Service 8

Status, Student 21

Student Responsibility 16

Student Success and Tutoring Services 6

Withdrawal From the College 26

Spring Term 12, 172

Withdrawing From a Course 24

Writing Center, The 6

Thiel College Early Assurance Program 15

Transcripts 8

Yellow Ribbon Program

Post-9/11 GI Bill® 8

Transfer of Credits 27

Transfer, Internal 22

Tutoring Services 6

Correspondence:

Requests for additional information should be directed as follows:

General College Policy — President

Admission to Elmira College — Vice President of Enrollment Management

Student Financial Aid — Director of Financial Aid

Academic Programs — Provost

Academic Regulations — Registrar and Associate Academic Dean

Business and Finances — Vice President of Finance and Administration

Campus Life / Student Affairs — Vice President of Campus Life and Dean of Students

Sports, Recreation, and Physical Fitness — Director of Athletics

Gifts and Bequests — Vice President of Advancement

Elmira College

One Park Place

Elmira, New York 14901

(607) 735-1800

elmira.edu