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POL 121 - Governing the Global Economy
Upper Division
This course addresses the growing integration of national economies and financial systems worldwide and its consequence for national political institutions, policymaking, sovereignty and democracy. The course will focus on the evolution of international trade theory and policies since 1945, trends in foreign direct investment and the “securitization” revolution in international finance, and the evolution of transnational institutions (WTO, World Bank, IMF, etc.) and free trade mega-blocs (NAFTA-CAFTA, EU, etc.). Special focus is given to current and recent international financial crises and the impact of globalization on U.S. domestic economic policy, economic growth, income distribution, and the evolution of the corporate form of business. The course concludes with a review of the different responses and challenges to global economic integration today by environmentalist, worker-union, and other grass-roots civil society-based organizations.
Course credits: 1
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POL 122 - Topics in International Politics
Upper Division
A detailed analysis of selected problems in international politics, involving case studies of major geographical regions such as Western Europe, Southeast Asia and the Middle East, together with a critical examination of the influence of contemporary ideologies on the behavior of nation states.
Term Offered
Offered in alternate years.
Repeatable
May be repeated as content varies.
Course credits: 1
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POL 123 - American Foreign Policy
Upper Division
An investigation of United States foreign policy since WWII. Consideration of current political, economic, social and ecological problems that challenge the direction of foreign policy in the post-cold war world, with special attention paid to examining political and military policy priorities post 9-11-2001. Topics include military intervention, eco and cyber threats, empire and decline, and the changing role of the US in the world.
Course credits: 1
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POL 124 - Defense Policy
Upper Division
The course examines U.S. national security policy objectives, the military strategies and institutions that have been designed to achieve these objectives and the defense capabilities that can be used to accomplish political and economic goals. The focus of readings and class discussion is on the following topics: the international environment as the setting for the making of American defense policy; the evolution of U.S. strategy; World War II, the Korean War and Vietnam as case studies; arms control; the institutional structure and processes of defense policy; military professionalism; reform and appraisal.
Course credits: 1
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POL 125 - Human Rights
Upper Division
Three main areas of human rights are examined:1) human rights theory and the philosophical foundation of human rights, 2) the international institutions, international law, and regional mechanisms for protecting rights, 3) an overview of major empirical theories of rights, identifying economic, political, and social factors and actors that shape present-day human rights conditions.
Core Curriculum Designation(s)
SHCU - Social, Historical, and Cultural Understanding, TCG - The Common Good
Course credits: 1
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POL 126 - Food Politics
Upper Division
Food is not just food, and this course is not just about food. We all connect with food: it is a great catalyst, a starting point for exploring many kinds of issues-from changing agricultural practices to shifting patterns of consumption. We not only grow, make and buy food; it also shapes us-physically, personally, and culturally. We will examine why something as innocuous as choosing certain foods can be a political act with global consequences. We will cover the major influences on the food system in terms of globalization, McDonaldization and agribusiness by focusing on world hunger, the environment, the development of genetically modified foods and the power of supermarkets in the food commodity chain.
Core Curriculum Designation(s)
CE - Community Engagement; TCG - The Common Good
Term Offered
Offered in alternate years.
Course credits: 1
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POL 127 - Field Work for POL 126: Food Politics
Upper Division
This course is a Community-based research course. The students engage with food justice grassroots organizations such as the Urban Farmers outside of class (this is equivalent of a lab in a science class). Students must enroll in both POL 126 and 127, and receive 1.25 course credit.
Course credits: 0.25
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POL 128 - Dynamics of Terrorism
Upper Division
This course intends to investigate the different meanings and definitions of terrorism. A good portion of the course will be devoted to understanding ideological, social, cultural, economic, and religious causes of terrorism. In addition, several case studies will be analyzed, inasmuch as they pertain to acts of terrorism committed by non-state actors and groups, as well as those that are state-sponsored.
Course credits: 1
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POL 129 - Politics of Developing Countries
Upper Division
This course is expected to provide a better understanding of the complex array of developing countries of the world. More specifically, this course will look at the political history, successes and setbacks of several countries and regions which can be classified as developing, so as to be better equipped to understand the cultures of the peoples and the prospects of development for some of the political systems.
Course credits: 1
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POL 130 - Introduction to Public Administration
Upper Division
An examination and analysis of public organizations, agencies, and departments that implement the laws and policies of political bodies at the federal as well as state and local level. Case studies dealing with the role of organizations ranging from the Washington DC bureaucracy to those that manage the activities of local cities and towns will be studied and discussed.
Course credits: 1
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POL 131 - Politics of Imprisonment
Upper Division
An examination of the factors behind the prison boom of the last decodes and its timid retraction. This course integrates academic studies on incarceration with tours of incarcerating institutions (San Quentin State Prison, a county jail, and a juvenile justice center) and direct interaction with present and formerly incarcerated individuals, criminal justice professionals, and activists working for prisoner rights. Major themes include the relation of incarceration to race, poverty, gender, and the links between government policy, for-profit businesses, and human rights organizations.
Term Offered
Offered in alternate years.
Fee
Course fee $40.
Additional Notes
Course is not open to first-years.
Course credits: 1
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POL 135 - Environmental Politics
Upper Division
A political analysis of environmental problems such as pollution, energy shortages, population growth, climate change and the destruction of wilderness areas. Public policies to address these problems both here and in other countries are examined. Ethical aspects of environmental issues are explored.
Core Curriculum Designation(s)
TCG - The Common Good
Course credits: 1
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POL 136 - Environmental Law and Regulation
Upper Division
Examination of alternative legal mechanisms for protecting the environment. Topics include environmental torts and remedies; environmental criminal law; private property rights and the “public trust” doctrine; administrative regulations and standards; economic incentive statuses; federal vs. state environmental jurisdiction; and international environmental agreements.
Core Curriculum Designation(s)
TCG - The Common Good
Course credits: 1
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POL 140 - Gender Politics A/B
Upper Division
A study of the social, economic, political and legal status of women in contemporary America and in other countries. The course examines the dynamic changes taking place in the relationship between women and men. Topics include the history of women’s liberation movements, contemporary battles on workplace equality, parental leave, equal pay, reproductive justice, etc. Includes Community-Based Research (the equivalent of a lab). (.25 credit).
Core Curriculum Designation(s)
CE - Community Engagement; TCG - The Common Good
Term Offered
Offered in alternate years.
Course credits: 1.25
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POL 141 - Contemporary Revolutions
Upper Division
A comparative study of successful and failed revolutions of the 20th Century, examining revolutionary theory and the debates between revolutionaries. 21st Century revolutionary processes (the Arab Spring uprisings, revolts, protests and occupations of public spaces throughout Southern Europe, the US, Brazil, Turkey and beyond) are also considered. Using primary texts, students read the theorists and practitioners of each revolution studied, exploring the causes of social conflict and the way rebellions, riots and insurrections can turn into revolutions.
Core Curriculum Designation(s)
SHCU - Social, Historical, and Cultural Understanding
Course credits: 1
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POL 143 - Middle East Politics
Upper Division
An introductory comparative politics course in the Middle East, the course analyzes such specific problems as the role of the military, the process of modernization, the impact of state proliferation, and the consequences of socioeconomic disparities resulting from the influx of oil wealth. In addition to providing a brief survey of major historical developments since World War I and their impact on current issues, the course examines intra-Arab and Israeli-Arab conflicts.
Core Curriculum Designation(s)
GP - Global Perspectives
Term Offered
Offered in alternate years.
Course credits: 1
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POL 144 - Asian Politics
Upper Division
A survey of political systems in northeast Asia (including China, Japan, Korean peninsula) and southeast Asia (including Vietnam, Indonesia, Philippines). Emphasis on modern history, economic development, democratization, political culture and international relations.
Term Offered
Offered in alternate years.
Course credits: 1
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POL 145 - Latin American Politics
Upper Division
An examination of the historical evolution and present state of political systems in Mexico, Central America and Southern Cone countries. Alternative theoretical explanations of democratization, democratic consolidation, and the links between public policy and socio-economic development are emphasized. Major themes of the course include measuring and explaining the quality of democratic governance, institutional variations, social justice, human rights, ideologies and US policy toward the region.
Core Curriculum Designation(s)
SHCU - Social, Historical, and Cultural Understanding, TCG - The Common Good
Term Offered
Offered in alternate years.
Course credits: 1
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POL 146 - West European Politics
Upper Division
Examination of politics, institutions, ideologies, patterns of stability and change in selected countries such as Great Britain, France and Germany. Theory of comparative studies.
Term Offered
Offered in alternate years.
Course credits: 1
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POL 147 - Russian Politics from Lenin to Putin
Upper Division
A survey of the historical, political, social and economic development, disintegration and demise of the Soviet Union, from the revolution to the present, taking an interdisciplinary and theoretical approach. Examining the problems confronting post-Soviet development, the course asks the question, “What was the USSR, what became of it, and what is Russia today?”
Core Curriculum Designation(s)
SHCU - Social, Historical, and Cultural Understanding
Course credits: 1
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POL 148 - East European Politics
Upper Division
East Europeans have lived through all the great ‘isms’ of the last century, ending up with post-soviet, global neo-liberal capitalism today. The course focuses on the creation and evolution of the Soviet bloc, the attempts at reform in Eastern Europe, looking at case histories of Hungary, Poland, the former Czechoslovakia and Yugoslavia, the absorption of East Germany by West Germany, and the process of integration into the world economy. Topical issues raised by ongoing changes are explored in some detail.
Course credits: 1
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POL 149 - Topics in Comparative Politics
Upper Division
Examination of political systems not covered in other courses, investigating selected areas such as African, Canadian, or Pacific Rim countries.
Repeatable
May be repeated as content varies.
Course credits: 1
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POL 190 - Social Justice Speakers Series
Upper Division
This quarter-credit course focuses on different aspects of social justice in conjunction with the “social justice speakers” who are invited to speak on our campus. The course helps the students explore the topics presented by the speakers through pertinent readings and follow-up written responses and reflections.
Course credits: 0.25
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POL 191 - Remembrance and Resistance
Upper Division
This quarter-credit course is offered in conjunction with a trip to Fort Benning, Georgia, to participate in the vigil that remembers victims of human rights atrocities in Latin America and to protest against training that may induce Latin American military officers to commit such atrocities. Requires six weekly discussion sessions and participation in the vigil and protest during the third weekend of November.
Course credits: 0.25
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POL 192 - Democracy Lab
Upper Division
Prerequisites
POL 002
In consultation with their faculty supervisor, students either 1) Organize on-campus voter registration, education, and turnout activities or 2) Carry out a similar public interest organizing and advocacy project.
Repeatable
Yes
Fee
0
Course credits: 0.25
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POL 195 - Internship in Government
Upper Division
Offers the student the opportunity to earn credit while learning about the day-to-day functioning of government by working part-time in the office of a government agency or elected official. Internships in local, state and federal offices may be arranged to fit the interests of the student. Student must be in good academic standing.
Course credits: 1
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POL 196 - Capstone Course
Upper Division
Prerequisites
The student must have completed at least three of the Introduction to Politics courses (POL 001 , POL 002 , POL 003 , and POL 004 ), at least 3 upper- division politics electives, and have senior status.
This course in the Politics Department provides students the opportunity to demonstrate their mastery of political research and analysis. The final outcome is a senior thesis (15-20 pages) that contributes to new political knowledge and understanding. Topic areas vary by instructor according to the major subfields of the discipline: American Politics, Political Theory, International Politics, and Comparative Politics.
Course credits: 0.25
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POL 197 - Special Study
Upper Division
Prerequisites
Permission of instructor and department chairperson required.
An independent study or research course for students whose needs are not met by the regular course offerings of the department.
Repeatable
May be repeated.
Course credits: 1.0 or .25
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POL 199 - Honors-Special Study
Upper Division
Prerequisites
Permission of the instructor and department chair required.
An independent study or research course for upper-division majors with a B average in government.
Course credits: 1
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PSYCH 001 - Introduction to Psychology
Lower Division
An introduction to the science of how people think, feel, and behave. We will explore such topics as cognition, personality, culture, social interaction, development, emotion, and psychopathology. Students will learn about classic and contemporary research, a range of methods, and discover how psychology informs our understanding of what it means to be human.
Core Curriculum Designation(s)
SHCU - Social, Historical, and Cultural Understanding
Course credits: 1
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PSYCH 003 - Psychological Methods and Analysis I
Lower Division
Prerequisites
Competence in basic algebra.
This course is the first part of a two-semester sequence of courses that presents a survey of the complementary methodologies frequently used within the field of psychology. An emphasis will be placed upon the collection and analysis of data, with a focus on non- experimental methods and descriptive statistics. Students who enroll in this course must register for Psychology 103 in the following semester.
Course credits: 1
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PSYCH 011 - Early Childhood Social-Emotional and Literacy Development
Lower Division
The course provides an overview of fundamental theories in early childhood socioemotional development as well as instruction on best practices in early childhood literacy education. The course is intended for Saint Mary’s undergraduate students who are Jumpstart Corps members.
Course credits: 1
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PSYCH 012 - Special Topics in Psychology
Lower Division
Selected areas of psychology not covered by the regular department course offerings. Topics are announced prior to preregistration. Course may be repeated for credit as content varies. Potential topics include: psychology of racism; psychology in the courtroom; psychology of religion; sports psychology; environmental psychology.
Course credits: 1
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PSYCH 013 - Meditation
Lower Division
Students learn to use the Jose Silva theory of meditation to enhance performance and well being. Exercises are offered in stress reduction for the improvement of sports performance, for the enhancement of prayer life, and other areas of student interest. Course offered on a pass/ fail basis only. Does not count toward the major.
Course credits: 0.25
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PSYCH 014 - Advanced Meditation
Lower Division
Prerequisites
PSYCH 013 .
Building upon the skills and knowledge gained in Meditation 13, students continue with more advanced aspects of the theory and practice of meditation. Course offered on a pass/fail basis only. Does not count toward the major.
Course credits: 0.25
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PSYCH 100 - Seminar in Psychology
Upper Division
Prerequisites
Senior psychology major or consent of instructor.
An investigation of the history and philosophical foundations of modern psychology. Emphasis is on basic issues of psychology, emerging in the long philosophical tradition of Western civilization, which ground psychology as an empirical human science.
Course credits: 1
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PSYCH 103 - Psychological Methods and Analysis II
Upper Division
Prerequisites
PSYCH 003 .
This course is the second part of a two-semester sequence of courses that presents a survey of the complementary methodologies frequently used within the field of psychology. An emphasis will be placed upon the collection and analysis of data, with a focus on experimental methods and inferential statistics.
Core Curriculum Designation(s)
WID - Writing in the Disciplines
Course credits: 1
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PSYCH 104 - Special Topics in Assessment and Testing
Upper Division
Prerequisites
PSYCH 003 .
This course will offer an examination of testing topics such as norms, reliability, validity and item analysis within the context of an applied area of psychology such as forensic, counseling or cross-cultural. Special attention will be given to the use of tests and the role of testing in society.
Repeatable
May be repeated as content varies.
Course credits: 1
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PSYCH 105 - Advanced Psychological Statistics
Upper Division
Prerequisites
PSYCH 003 , PSYCH 103 .
Advanced research methods for evaluating psychological data utilizing SPSS. Topics generally include: theoretical sampling distribution, probability, decision theory, multiple analysis of variance, multiple regression analysis and factor analysis.
Core Curriculum Designation(s)
MU - Mathematical Understanding
Course credits: 1
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PSYCH 106 - Experimental Research
Upper Division
Prerequisites
PSYCH 001 , PSYCH 003 , and PSYCH 103 .
An examination of the logic of experimentation and the strength of the experiment as a research method used to address psychological questions. Topics include experimental designs, data collection and analysis, data interpretation, oral and poster presentations, and writing APA-style papers. Students will be involved in the step-by-step dissemination and critical analysis of published experimental research.
Core Curriculum Designation(s)
WID - Writing in the Disciplines
Fee
Laboratory fee $50.
Course credits: 1
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PSYCH 110 - Psychobiology
Upper Division
Prerequisites
PSYCH 001 and sophomore standing.
The scientific study of the biology of behavior. Examines the neuroanatomical, neurochemical, and neurophysiological bases of behavior, including sensation, cognition, motivation, emotion, brain injury, and psychopathology. The course includes a laboratory component to reinforce and expand upon lecture material through the use of readings, computer models, and electrophysiology
Fee
Laboratory fee $125.
Course credits: 1
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PSYCH 111 - Forensic Psychology
Upper Division
Prerequisites
PSYCH 001 and junior standing.
This survey course is designed to introduce students to the complex interactions between Psychology, Assessment, Law and Violence. Students will be introduced to the process of applying psychological knowledge, concepts, and principles within the civil and criminal court systems. Also explored are the ethical concerns and multicultural issues facing the field.
Course credits: 1
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PSYCH 115 - Health Psychology
Upper Division
Prerequisites
PSYCH 001 or BIOL 015 or BIOL 025 .
A study of the relationships among mental processes, behavior and physical health with an emphasis on the role of psychology in prevention and treatment of illness as well as promoting optimum health.
Core Curriculum Designation(s)
TCG - The Common Good
Course credits: 1
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PSYCH 126 - Sensation and Perception
Upper Division
Prerequisites
PSYCH 001 and sophomore standing.
Examines the cognitive and physiological processes responsible for the acquisition and mental representation of sensory information.
Course credits: 1
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PSYCH 127 - Cognitive Science
Upper Division
Prerequisites
PSYCH 001 and sophomore standing.
An interdisciplinary approach to the study of the mind. What the mind is and its functions will be examined through diverse perspectives, including philosophy, cognitive psychology, neuroscience, linguistics, artificial intelligence, and robotics. Emphasis will be on cognition, with topics covering mental representation, vision, attention, memory, language, decision making, embodied cognition, and consciousness.
Course credits: 1
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PSYCH 128 - Neuropsychology
Upper Division
Prerequisites
PSYCH 001 and sophomore standing.
A comprehensive survey of the relation between behavior and brain activity across the human lifespan, examining theory and research on such topics as neurodevelopmental disorders; clinical neuropsychological assessment; and neuropharmacology, rehabilitation and functional neuroanatomy and physiology.
Course credits: 1
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PSYCH 129 - Cognitive Neurolinguistics
Upper Division
Prerequisites
PSYCH 001 and sophomore standing.
This course examines how human linguistic properties are acquired, developed, organized, and processed in our mind; and aims to pursue an inquiry about neural mechanisms that enable us to produce and comprehend language as a human communication tool.
Course credits: 1
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PSYCH 131 - Transpersonal Psychology
Upper Division
Prerequisites
PSYCH 001 .
Transpersonal Psychology explores the boundaries between spirituality and modern psychology, transcending the self to include a broader sense of spirit and cosmos. We will be exploring the mystical experience as a psychological event. Readings will include psychologists such a Jung and Maslow, as well as works from mystical traditions (such as Judaism, Islam, Christianity, and Buddhist Psychology and Shamanism).
Course credits: 1
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PSYCH 140 - Human Development
Upper Division
Prerequisites
PSYCH 001 .
An examination of the major theories of and influences on human development from conception through death, including the biological, cognitive, emotional, social and cultural dimensions of development.
Course credits: 1
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PSYCH 141 - Infancy and Childhood
Upper Division
Prerequisites
PSYCH 140 .
In this course students study in depth the development of infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Topics covered include the importance of infant-caregiver attachment in brain development as well as in early social-emotional development. Cognitive, language, and personality development are examined from multiple perspectives. Recent research on autism, early trauma, and effective interventions are also addressed.
Course credits: 1
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PSYCH 142 - Adolescent Development
Upper Division
Prerequisites
PSYCH 140 .
An examination of development from late childhood through adolescence, including the biological, cognitive, emotional, social and cultural dimensions of development, with discussion of special topics, e.g., identity issues, cross-cultural issues and high-risk behaviors.
Course credits: 1
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PSYCH 143 - Adult Development
Upper Division
Prerequisites
PSYCH 140 .
A study of the major psychological, social and cultural factors that influence development from early adulthood through old age. Students examine in depth a public policy that affects adults or families.
Course credits: 1
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PSYCH 144 - Middle Childhood
Upper Division
Prerequisites
PSYCH 140 .
The purpose of this course is to examine the key developmental tasks of middle childhood, including the development of achievement motivation, positive peer relationships, moral responsibility, self-regulation and initial mastery of the skills important to one’s culture. Students will observe children in a school setting.
Core Curriculum Designation(s)
CE - Community Engagement
Course credits: 1
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PSYCH 147 - Psychology of Gender
Upper Division
Prerequisites
PSYCH 001 .
A critical review of the theory and research on gender from the biological, psychological and sociological perspectives. The course explores the social construction of gender and how it impacts human development and social behavior. Throughout the course, the interaction between gender and the complexities of race, culture and sexual orientation is considered.
Course credits: 1
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PSYCH 148 - The Exceptional Individual
Upper Division
Prerequisites
PSYCH 140 .
Examines individuals with special needs, be they physical, cognitive or social/emotional. Causes, consequences and treatment approaches are covered, as well as implications for development issues. Students will be required to visit facilities and interview individuals.
Course credits: 1
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PSYCH 150 - Personality Psychology
Upper Division
Prerequisites
PSYCH 001 .
A critical review of the traditional and modern theories of personality, including the psychoanalytic, neoanalytic, trait, behavioristic and humanistic perspectives, with a focus on personality development, assessment techniques and application of theory to everyday life.
Core Curriculum Designation(s)
SHCU - Social, Historical, and Cultural Understanding
Course credits: 1
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PSYCH 152 - Psychopathology
Upper Division
Prerequisites
PSYCH 001 and junior standing.
An exploration of major psychological disorders in childhood and adulthood. Topics include anxiety, mood, personality, psychotic, and neurodevelopmental disorders. Treatment, etiology, and the influences of culture and social context are also considered.
Course credits: 1
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PSYCH 156 - Personal and Professional Adjustment
Upper Division
Prerequisites
PSYCH 001 .
A research-oriented treatment of personal and vocational adjustment, including: stress and stress tolerance, defensive and constructive coping, social and job satisfaction, behavior modification and interpersonal communication.
Course credits: 1
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PSYCH 157 - Human Sexualities
Upper Division
Prerequisites
PSYCH 001 .
A review of the empirical evidence on human sexuality, with a focus on historical and cultural perspectives as well as the physiological, psychological and sociological basis for sexual behavior and sexual identity.
Course credits: 1
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PSYCH 160 - Social Psychology
Upper Division
Prerequisites
PSYCH 001 .
An introduction to social psychology including the study of attitude formation and change, social interaction, social norms and cultural influences on personality formation.
Core Curriculum Designation(s)
SHCU - Social, Historical, and Cultural Understanding
Course credits: 1
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PSYCH 163 - Prejudice and Stereotyping
Upper Division
Prerequisites
PSYCH 001 and any one of the following:PSYCH 003 , PSYCH 160 or ES 001 .
An investigation of theories of prejudice, stereotyping, and discrimination. Students will explore how stigmatized individuals are impacted by prejudice in American society. Methods to reduce prejudice will be considered, and the inevitability of prejudice will be addressed.
Core Curriculum Designation(s)
AD - American Diversity
Course credits: 1
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PSYCH 165 - Cross-Cultural Psychology
Upper Division
Prerequisites
PSYCH 001 and sophomore standing.
An analysis of cultural influences on human behavior. Topics include cross-cultural methodology, perception, cognition, motivation, development, attitudes and prejudice, gender, adaptive and maladaptive patterns, and the construction of self. This course includes a community service learning component with CILSA.
Core Curriculum Designation(s)
AD - American Diversity; CE - Community Engagement
Course credits: 1
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PSYCH 168 - Topics on Culture, Race, and Ethnicity in Psychology
Upper Division
Prerequisites
PSYCH 001 , or SOC 002 , or SOC 004 , or ES 001 .
An examination of the social construction of ethnicity and race, as well as the values, assumptions, and biases we hold regarding race, ethnicity, and related issues. The course will also explore how race, ethnicity, and culture intersect with mental health. Topics may include African American Psychology, Chicano/a Psychology, Asian American Psychology, etc.
Core Curriculum Designation(s)
AD - American Diversity
Course credits: 1
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PSYCH 169 - Attitudes and Attitude Change
Upper Division
Prerequisites
PSYCH 001 .
This course will examine the nature and structure of attitudes as well as the forces involved in attitude change. Applied topics such as stereotypes, group influence, marketing, and job interviews will be examined.
Course credits: 1
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PSYCH 170 - Theories of Counseling
Upper Division
Prerequisites
PSYCH 001 .
A critical review of traditional and modern theories of counseling and psychotherapy.
Course credits: 1
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PSYCH 172 - Groups, Organizations and Societies
Upper Division
Prerequisites
PSYCH 001 or junior standing in psychology, business administration or sociology.
A discussion of organizational theory and group dynamics, always presented within a broader societal context. Topics include leadership, teamwork and productivity, group decision making, conflict resolution, culture, diversity, and globalization.
Course credits: 1
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PSYCH 174 - Psychology of the Family
Upper Division
Prerequisites
PSYCH 001 and sophomore standing.
A study of family dynamics and the influences which contribute to family dysfunction. Examination includes relationships between family patterns and childhood disorders.
Course credits: 1
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PSYCH 180 - Organizational Psychology
Upper Division
Prerequisites
PSYCH 001 , PSYCH 003 , or equivalent.
Examines the major theoretical findings in the field concerning the relationship between the individual and the organization, including the study of motivation, leadership, training, selection, performance management, corporate culture and organizational development.
Course credits: 1
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PSYCH 190 - Field Placement
Upper Division
Prerequisites
PSYCH 103 , senior standing, and approval of the course instructor.
Students work 80 hours at a field placement site of their choosing and attend weekly class sessions. A series of papers/assignments address career and personal goals as well as the relationship between the field placement work and concepts learned in the psychology major.
Core Curriculum Designation(s)
CE - Community Engagement
Course credits: Credit may vary
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PSYCH 197 - Special Study
Upper Division
Prerequisites
Permission of the sponsoring faculty member and department chair is required.
An independent study or research course for students whose needs are not met by the regular course offerings of the department.
Course credits: Credit may vary
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PSYCH 199 - Special Study - Honors
Upper Division
Prerequisites
Upper-division standing as a psychology major, B average in upper-division psychology courses already taken, consent of the instructor and department chair.
Independent study and research on campus in an area of interest to the student culminating in a written presentation of the problem, method of analysis and findings.
Repeatable
May be repeated as content varies.
Course credits: Credit may vary
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SOC 002 - Introduction to Sociology
Lower Division
Sociological theory, methods and the sociological perspective are studied. This perspective enables students to see how the self, human behavior and attitudes are shaped by social structures and institutions, e.g., social class, popular culture and the family. The social world is re-examined (social rules, deviance, gender, inequality, the economy, etc.).
Core Curriculum Designation(s)
AD - American Diversity; SHCU - Social, Historical, and Cultural Understanding
Course credits: 1
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SOC 004 - Social Problems
Lower Division
An overview of the causes, characteristics and responses to social problems in the United States. Topics such as crime, substance abuse, racism, ageism and family instability are studied through the sociological framework.
Core Curriculum Designation(s)
AD - American Diversity; SHCU - Social, Historical, and Cultural Understanding; TCG - The Common Good
Course credits: 1
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SOC 101 - The Sociological Imagination
Upper Division
Prerequisites
All upper-division courses have a prerequisite of SOC 002 , or SOC 004 , or the consent of the instructor.
This course will reinforce and expand upon many of the concepts you have been introduced to in Introduction to Sociology and Social Problems. In this course we will explore the basic theoretical perspectives within sociology, the use of theory in sociological research, the logic of sociological research and an introduction to a variety of methodological approaches used by sociologists. This course will provide students with a solid base of knowledge which will serve them well in other upper division sociology courses-the Sociological Theory and Sociological Research Methods courses in particular. It is suggested that students have sophomore standing to take this course.
Core Curriculum Designation(s)
SHCU - Social, Historical, and Cultural Understanding; WID - Writing in the Disciplines
Course credits: 1
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SOC 107 - Whiteness
Upper Division
Prerequisites
All upper-division courses have a prerequisite of SOC 002 , or SOC 004 , or the consent of the instructor.
There is an underlying assumption to society’s understanding of race and race relations that only minorities or people of color have a racial identity; and that whites are the “norm”, the referent, the 4 majority, and the mainstream, not members of a racial group. In this course, we will investigate the sociohistorical and cultural constructions of race through an exploration of whiteness. We will examine whiteness in relation to race, class, ethnicity and gender. Is “white” a “race”? How did “white” become a racial category? What is whiteness? What is white privilege?
Core Curriculum Designation(s)
AD - American Diversity
Cross-Listing
ES 107
Course credits: 1
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SOC 111 - Sociology of Families
Upper Division
Prerequisites
All upper-division courses have a prerequisite of SOC 002 , or SOC 004 , or the consent of the instructor.
Families are one of our most basic social institutions. They provide the primary social and physical contexts within which we become fully human. This course begins by exploring the idea of “the traditional family” and continues by examining historical trends and empirical data about American family life over the past century; including divorce patterns, fertility rates, women entering the workforce, and marriage. The class focuses on diversity and change, particularly the ways that social trends and social categories influence family structures.
Core Curriculum Designation(s)
AD - American Diversity; SHCU - Social, Historical, and Cultural Understanding
Cross-Listing
ES 111
Course credits: 1
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SOC 112 - Race and Ethnicity
Upper Division
Prerequisites
All upper-division courses have a prerequisite of SOC 002 , or SOC 004 , or the consent of the instructor.
This course presents sociology’s key concepts and theories in the study of race and ethnicity. Focusing primarily on the U.S., this course looks at the cultural and social constructions of race and ethnicity.
Cross-Listing
ES 112
Course credits: 1
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SOC 114 - Urban Studies
Upper Division
Prerequisites
All upper-division courses have a prerequisite of SOC 002 , or SOC 004 , or the consent of the instructor.
Traces the development of modern communities, ranging from suburbs to the megalopolis. Studies the benefits and problems of contemporary urban life and projects future trends based on sociological models.
Course credits: 1
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SOC 115 - Wealth and Poverty
Upper Division
Prerequisites
All upper-division courses have a prerequisite of SOC 002 , or SOC 004 , or the consent of the instructor.
This course offers an in-depth study of wealth, poverty, and the economic system in which they are grounded in the United States. Toward this end, students will apply various theoretical frameworks on economic inequality to current social problems in order to evaluate each framework’s explanatory power. Further, students will critique past and current programs for lessening the impacts of poverty and use this knowledge to imagine and critique possible future policies.
Core Curriculum Designation(s)
SHCU - Social, Historical, and Cultural Understanding; AD - American Diversity
Cross-Listing
ES 115
Course credits: 1
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SOC 116 - Global Migration
Upper Division
Prerequisites
All upper-division courses have a prerequisite of SOC 002 , or SOC 004 , or the consent of the instructor.
Addresses the dynamics of contemporary migration and the way it is changing cultures, societies, politics, and families. The course introduces theories of assimilation, transnationalism, and multiculturalism and examines contemporary patterns of international migration flows. Among the topics covered are feminization of migration, labor migration, citizenship, human trafficking, refugee crises, and politics of asylum.
Core Curriculum Designation(s)
GP - Global Perspectives
Course credits: 1
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SOC 118 - Health and Illness
Upper Division
Prerequisites
All upper-division courses have a prerequisite of SOC 002 , or SOC 004 , or the consent of the instructor.
Presents social and cultural factors influencing health and illness. Looks at the roles of healthcare professionals, patients and medical settings in our society. Discusses the relationships between the current healthcare system and the political and economic system.
Course credits: 1
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SOC 119 - Global Sociology
Upper Division
Prerequisites
All upper-division courses have a prerequisite of SOC 002 , or SOC 004 , or the consent of the instructor.
Examines the global nature of contemporary social, economic, political, and cultural change. Reviews the multidisciplinary theoretical approaches that analyze the origins, dynamics, and consequences of globalization. Provides students with an understanding of an array of issues that stem from global changes, including global inequality, third-world poverty, labor rights violations, natural resource constraints, and environmental problems.
Core Curriculum Designation(s)
GP - Global Perspectives
Course credits: 1
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SOC 120 - Social Movements
Upper Division
Prerequisites
All upper-division courses have a prerequisite of SOC 002 , or SOC 004 , or the consent of the instructor.
The course addresses the social, political, cultural and economic factors that bring about social movements. Survey topics include how and why social movements occur, who joins and supports social movements, why some movements succeed and others fail, how social movement actors communicate with their intended audiences using slogans, art, and music, and how movements spread.
Cross-Listing
ES 120
Course credits: 1
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SOC 122 - Education and Society
Upper Division
Prerequisites
All upper-division courses have a prerequisite of SOC 002 , or SOC 004 , or the consent of the instructor.
This course examines the many roles that schools play in society. In particular, we examine the ways in which schooling either reproduces social inequalities or provides resources for upward social mobility. We examine the ways schools are organized, the connection between schools and other institutions such as families and workplaces, and the ways race, class, and gender are experienced in the classroom.
Core Curriculum Designation(s)
SHCU - Social, Historical, and Cultural Understanding
Course credits: 1
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SOC 123 - Ethnic Groups in the United States
Upper Division
Prerequisites
All upper-division courses have a prerequisite of SOC 002 , or SOC 004 , or the consent of the instructor.
Each course in this series looks at one of the following American ethnic groups: Latinos, Asian Americans, African Americans. While emphasizing the contemporary period, each course focuses on the social, cultural and historical experiences of each group. Areas covered are assimilation and resistance, distribution in the social and power structure, family systems and cultural values, labor and migration, role of religion, status of women, etc. May be repeated for credit as content varies.
Core Curriculum Designation(s)
AD - American Diversity
Course credits: 1
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SOC 124 - Justice and Community
Upper Division
Prerequisites
All upper-division courses have a prerequisite of SOC 002 , or SOC 004 , or the consent of the instructor.
Addresses the use of state power in the carrying out of crime control, retribution and the overall protection of the community. The course has three main parts: a theoretical look at how we have ended up with the justice system that we have today; the practice of justice through field studies on police, courts and prisons; and an in-depth investigation into an area of criminal justice of current relevance (such as “three strikes,” the expansion of prisons, or race and justice).
Core Curriculum Designation(s)
TCG - The Common Good
Course credits: 1
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SOC 125 - Gender and Society
Upper Division
Prerequisites
All upper-division courses have a prerequisite of SOC 002 , or SOC 004 , or the consent of the instructor.
While sex differences are biological, gender encompasses the traits that society assigns to and inculcates in males and females. This course studies the latter: the interplay between gender and society. It takes an inclusive perspective, with a focus on men and women in different cultural contexts defined by ethnic group membership, sexuality and socioeconomic status.
Course credits: 1
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SOC 126 - Field Experience
Upper Division
Prerequisites
All upper-division courses have a prerequisite of SOC 002 , or SOC 004 , or the consent of the instructor.
Opportunity for students to gain hands-on experience conducting sociological analysis in the field. Supervised work in community agencies, government bureaus, museums and political or industrial organizations.
Course credits: 1
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SOC 128 - Crime and Delinquency
Upper Division
Prerequisites
All upper-division courses have a prerequisite of SOC 002 , or SOC 004 , or the consent of the instructor.
The course addresses different theoretical and sociological approaches to crime, follows changes in these approaches over time and looks at how these changes reflect broader shifts in our comprehension of human nature and behavior. Students gain insights not only to changes in the understanding of crime but also to changes in our fundamental view of human behavior.
Course credits: 1
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SOC 130 - Sociological Theory
Upper Division
Prerequisites
Students must have completed SOC 002 and SOC 101 . It is suggested that students have junior standing to take this course.
Analysis of the works of major theorists who have influenced sociology. Emphasis on explaining what is essential about particular theoretical frameworks, how they can be used and why they should be studied.
Course credits: 1
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SOC 132 - Sociological Research Methods
Upper Division
Prerequisites
Students must have completed SOC 002 and SOC 101 . It is suggested that students have junior standing to take this course.
This course will teach you the logic of social science research, teach you some specific methodological tools used by sociologists, and have you use these tools to collect data to answer a sociological research question.
Core Curriculum Designation(s)
CE - Community Engagement
Course credits: 1
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SOC 133 - Senior Thesis
Upper Division
Prerequisites
This should be taken in the senior year. A faculty sponsor is required.
Continuation of Research Methods course where honor students undertake individual research, culminating in the senior project.
Course credits: 1
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SOC 135 - Special Topics
Upper Division
Prerequisites
All upper-division courses have a prerequisite of SOC 002 , or SOC 004 , or the consent of the instructor.
Special topics in sociology include such issues as international race relations, criminology and emotion, sociology of disaster, sociology of film and other topics.
Repeatable
May be repeated as content varies.
Course credits: 1
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SOC 195 - Special Study Internship
Upper Division
Prerequisites
Sponsorship by a sociology faculty member and approval of the department chair is required.
This course is usually taken by an upper-division student who wishes to complete their education with related work experience and is maintaining at least a C average. In addition to work experience (6-8 hours per week), outside research and a term project are usually required.
Course credits: Credit may vary
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SOC 196 - Senior Research Seminar
Upper Division
Prerequisites
SOC 132 .
In this course you will take all that you have learned in sociology and weave it into an original research project of your own choosing. Using what you have learned of sociological methods you will design and conduct a research project. You will analyze the data and use sociological theory to explain it. You will also conduct a literature review in the relevant content area and integrate all of this in the final paper. The final paper will be written in the format of a sociological journal article.
Course credits: 1
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SOC 197 - Independent Study
Upper Division
Prerequisites
Sponsorship by a sociology faculty member and approval of the department chair is required.
This course entails independent study or research for students whose needs are not met by courses available in the regular offerings of the department. The course usually requires the writing of a term project.
Course credits: Credit may vary
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SOC 199 - Special Study - Honors
Upper Division
Prerequisites
Approval of the department chair is required.
This course is only available to upper-division majors with a B average or higher and entails independent study or research under the supervision of a sociology faculty member.
Course credits: Credit may vary
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SPAN 001 - Elementary Spanish
Lower Division
For students with no prior knowledge of Spanish. With instruction in basic grammar structures and communication strategies, students begin to develop listening, speaking, reading and writing skills. Students who have some prior study of Spanish, but who need to review the basics, should enroll in Spanish 2.
Course credits: 1
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SPAN 002 - Continuing Elementary Spanish
Lower Division
Prerequisites
SPAN 001 or the equivalent.
For students with one or two years of secondary study of Spanish (or the equivalent). This course continues the development of listening, speaking, reading and writing, emphasizing conversation on everyday topics.
Course credits: 1
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SPAN 003 - Intermediate Spanish
Lower Division
Prerequisites
SPAN 002 or the equivalent.
For students with two or three years of secondary study of Spanish (or the equivalent). This course continues the development of listening, speaking, reading and writing, fostering confidence in conversation and composition across a variety of subjects.
Course credits: 1
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