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Humanities and Communication
  

  • HCOM 412 - Multicultural Conflict Resolution

    Explores theories and methods of conflict resolution. Participants apply multicultural approaches to problem solving in personal, professional, and social contexts.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: GE  Areas A1 and A2 and A3 with a C- or better)
    Typically Offered: Fall term only - odd years

    Units: 4
  

  • HCOM 419 - Digital Publishing Practicum

    This course provides a combination of theoretical background and practical experience in scholarly journal editing and publishing. Students will work collaboratively to produce Writing Waves, a writing-research journal and HCOM GE  A2 course text. Students will engage in all aspects of the production of the journal include soliciting and evaluating submissions, editing, proofreading, document design, marketing, publicity, research, web design, and public relations, among others.

    Typically Offered: Spring term only

    Units: 2
  

  • HCOM 420 - Advanced Studies in Rhetorical Theory

    Students interpret, analyze, and evaluate a selection of rhetorical theories or theoreticians in comparative, cultural, global, historical, and political frameworks. They consider their roles as practitioners, consumers, and critics of rhetoric; they apply elements derived from their study of the theories to rhetorical topics. The specific content will vary each semester.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: GE  Areas A1 and A2 and A3 with a C- or better)
    Typically Offered: Spring term only - odd years

    Units: 4
  

  • HCOM 422 - SelTop Multicultural Rhetorics

    Explores in-depth a selection of one or more rhetorical traditions outside the traditional Western rhetorical canon; utilizes interdisciplinary methodologies to investigate and analyze the cultural concept and role of rhetoric in relationship to epistemology, ethics, spirituality, economics, and politics; examines developments in cultural rhetorical traditions in relationship to cross-cultural encounters, including but not limited to colonialism and postcolonialism.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: GE  Areas A1 and A2 and A3 with a C- or better)
    University Requirement: ES Ethnic Studies
    Typically Offered: Spring term only - even years

    Units: 4
  

  • HCOM 423 - Rhetoric and Religion

    This course examines ways in which religion plays a significant role in constituting both community and controversy in various contexts. Rhetorical theory and method, as well as a critical cultural studies perspectives, will be used to analyze how religious rhetoric and rhetoric about religion can draw groups of people together or divide them.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [(Prereq: GE  Areas A1 and A2 and A3 with a C- or better) and (Junior or Senior Standing)]
    Typically Offered: Fall term only - even years

    Units: 4
  

  • HCOM 424 - Latin American Media and Pop Culture

    A bilingual English/Spanish course that explores the role and impact of multiple media platforms and cultural products in Latin America, along with the intersecting political and social movements, and technological advancements. Through an interdisciplinary framework students will critically examine mass media and pop culture in the 20th and 21st centuries and advance their Spanish language skills through readings, discussion, lecture and writing.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: GE  Areas A1 and A2 and A3 with a C- or better)
    Typically Offered: Fall term only - even years

    Units: 4
  

  • HCOM 426 - Travel Narratives

    Travel narratives have played a powerful role in shaping social inequality by relating journeys to home audiences, portraying the “other,” and revealing the culture and “self” of the traveler. This course examines the historical, literary, and cultural significance of narratives that convey and reinforce themes of discovery, conquest, colonization, exploration, and tourism in the Americas.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: (Junior or Senior Standing) and (GE  Area A1 and A2 and A3 with a C- or better)]
    Typically Offered: Fall term only - even years

    Units: 4
  

  • HCOM 427 - Survey of British Literature

    Examines representative works by British writers from different periods: Medieval, Renaissance, Neo-Classical, Romantic, Realist, Modern and Post-Modern.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: GE  Areas A1 and A2 and A3 with a C- or better)
    Typically Offered: Winter term only

    Units: 4
  

  • HCOM 428 - Contemporary Chicana Poetry

    Analyzes the works of Chicana poets of the 20th and 21st centuries, among them Lorna Dee Cervantes, Pat Mora, Ana Castillo, Sandra Cisneros, Demetria Martinez, and Diana Garcia. From the rural to the urban experience, students study the historical, cultural, and political determinants that define the work as Chicana.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: GE  Areas A1 and A2 and A3 with a C- or better)
    University Requirement: ES Ethnic Studies
    Typically Offered: Fall term only - even years

    Units: 4
  

  • HCOM 429 - BritLit& Engl Lang Perspective

    Examines works by British writers from Anglo-Saxon, Medieval, Renaissance, Neo-Classical, Romantic, Realist, Modern, and Post-Modern literary periods. Explores literature as both literary and linguistic text. Applies postcolonial approaches to literature and explores current linguistic theories and sociolinguistic approaches.  

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: GE  Areas A1 and A2 and A3 with a C- or better)
    Typically Offered: Fall term only - even years

    Units: 6
  

  • HCOM 430 - Literary Journal Publication

    Students will learn all aspects of literary journal publication, including calls for submission, thematic focus, editorial practice, layout, publication and marketing. Each semester students will produce an edition of the campus literary journal, In the Ords.

    Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

    Units: 2
  

  • HCOM 432 - Social Action Writing

    An intermediate level creative writing and research intensive course. Students do collaborative research and interviews in the community. They create poetry, fiction, creative nonfiction, and mixed media work towards a final public presentation.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [(Prereq: (GE  Area A1 and A2 and A3 and (HCOM 330  or HCOM 339S ) with a C- or better)]
    Typically Offered: Fall term only

    Units: 4
  

  • HCOM 432S - Social Action Writing SL

    Intermediate level Service Learning creative writing course in which students apply craft to a particular public issue, responding to a community need. Students do collaborative research and interviews, co-creating knowledge with community. They produce poetry, fiction, and creative nonfiction, and visual representations of their writings. End-of-semester project is used to engage and educate a larger audience. 

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: (Junior or Senior Standing) and (GE  Area A1 and A2 and A3) and (HCOM 330  or HCOM 339S ) with a C- or better]
    University Requirement: UDSL Upper Division Service Learning
    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 5
  

  • HCOM 433 - Life Histories & Creative Narrative

    Multicultural approaches to the study and creation of life histories including analyzing narratives, informed creative storytelling, oral history, and public interpretation.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: GE  Areas A1 and A2 and A3 with a C- or better)
    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 4
  

  • HCOM 434 - Creative Publishing and Critical Storytelling

    An advanced course in the creation of journalistic products that critically explore contemporary topics and public issues. These productions, strategically designed for community engagement, include interactive visual stories, podcasts, and infographics. 

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: GE  Areas A1 and A2 and A3 with a C- or better)
    Typically Offered: Spring term only - odd years

    Units: 4
  

  • HCOM 435 - Community Media Project

    Explores the technical, journalistic, and social empowerment aspects of mass media products. Students help a community group create a media project, such as a newsletter, public service campaign, or website. Outcomes include applying advanced concepts of visual communication and journalistic production, as well as digital media techniques.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: GE  Areas A1 and A2 and A3 with a C- or better)
    Typically Offered: Fall term only - even years

    Units: 4
  

  • HCOM 436 - Literature of Sexualities

    Students analyze literary criticism that offers criteria for defining straight, cisgender, asexual, gay, lesbian, bisexual, intersex,  transsexual,  transgender and other sexual ways of being in literary tradition(s). We explore canonized, non-canonical, and marginalized texts in relationship to issues of sexuality and authorship, content, genre, and form.  As well, students come to understand the long-standing politicization and censorship of the sexualized body in literature.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: GE  Areas A1 and A2 and A3 with a C- or better)
    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 4
  

  • HCOM 437 - Shakespeare

    Analyzes Shakespeare’s plays from classical, modern, postmodern, and postcolonial perspectives, and meanings in the colonial and postcolonial world. Covers Shakespeare’s plays from comedies and histories to tragedies and romances. Explores the symbiotic relationship between literature and film.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: GE  Areas A1 and A2 and A3 with a C- or better)
    Typically Offered: Spring, Summer

    Units: 4
  

  • HCOM 439 - Page to Stage

    An introduction to the art of spoken word and reading/performing poems. Including dramatic techniques, theatrical methods, voice control, public speaking, slam, collaboration and writing with an audience in mind. This course will examine the works of accomplished spoken word artists and will call on students to produce, workshop and perform their own poems. This course will shatter the wall between page and stage and will in fact, link the two!

    Typically Offered: Spring term only

    Units: 2
  

  • HCOM 440 - Leadership and Multicultural Communities

    Study of leadership theories and practices within multicultural settings. Explores how cultural values and worldviews shape leadership definitions, styles, and communication.  Emphasis on deliberative and decision-making processes, conflict resolution, and ethics.  

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: GE  Areas A1 and A2 and A3 with a C- or better)
    Typically Offered: Fall term only

    Units: 4
  

  • HCOM 443 - Black Feminist Theory & Praxis

    Explores the development of black feminism as both a conceptual framework and from a political practice. Examines black feminism from a comparative perspective and within a global context. Special attention will be given to black feminist thought and activism in Africa, the United States, England, and Brazil.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: GE  Areas A1 and A2 and A3 with a C- or better)
    University Requirement: ES Ethnic Studies
    Typically Offered: Spring term only - even years

    Units: 4
  

  • HCOM 445 - Slavery & Race in the Americas

    Examines the cultural, social, and political dimensions of slavery and race relations in Latin America, the Caribbean, and the United States. Readings and class discussions explore the development of slavery in countries such as Cuba, Haiti, and Brazil. Examines the impact of nationalist ideologies on contemporary racial dynamics in the region.  

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: GE  Areas A1 and A2 and A3 with a C- or better)
    University Requirement: ES Ethnic Studies
    Typically Offered: Spring term only

    Units: 4
  

  • HCOM 451 - Transnational Migrations

    Examines recent theories related to migration including nationalism and the nation, transnationalism, diaspora, borders/borderlands, and globalization. Surveys key theories and compares histories of specific transnational communities, focusing primarily on migrations between Asia/Asia Pacific and the Americas.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: GE  Areas A1 and A2 and A3 with a C- or better)
    University Requirement: ES Ethnic Studies
    Typically Offered: Spring term only

    Units: 4
  

  • HCOM 452 - Literature According to the Movies

    This course explores how filmmakers translate literature into film, including depiction of characters, genres, and specific texts. Addresses how both literature and films examined represent race, ethnicity, class, gender, sexuality, ability and other social identities; evaluates strengths and limitations of each form.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: GE  Areas A1 and A2 and A3 with a C- or better)
    Typically Offered: Spring term only - odd years

    Units: 4
  

  • HCOM 454 - History of Victorian Britain

    This course examines the key social and ideological influences that shaped the dominant concerns of Victorian Britain. Among these concerns are the roles of men and women, industrialization, class struggle, sexuality, racial difference, poverty and disease, education, and social change. Drawing on a wide range of textual evidence, the course provides opportunities to explore and apply methods of socio-cultural historical research.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: GE  Areas A1 and A2 and A3 with a C- or better)
    Typically Offered: Summer term only

    Units: 4
  

  • HCOM 455 - Paradigms Of Chicanx Comm

    Explores emerging intellectual paradigms in the Chicanx community and traces their antecedents and relationships. Provides an intensive foundation in Chicanx studies theory and emergent issues.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: GE  Areas A1 and A2 and A3 with a C- or better)
    University Requirement: ES Ethnic Studies
    Typically Offered: Spring term only - even years

    Units: 4
  

  • HCOM 470 - Graduate Admissions Workshop

    Students will get specialized mentoring in preparation for graduate school admissions to have a better understanding of the types of graduate programs that align with an interdisciplinary major. Students will prepare or revise writing samples, statements of purpose and applications.

    Typically Offered: Fall term only

    Units: 2
  

  • HCOM 471 - Professional Writing Workshop

    In this course, students will be able to strengthen their writing skills for a variety of professional contexts. They will learn how to write cover letters, white papers, and business emails, while developing their academic writing. They will also have the opportunity to workshop writing assignments for other classes during the semester.

    Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

    Units: 2
  

  • HCOM 474 - Research Methods

    HCOM research seminar designed to help students develop, commence and sustain the complex research skills expected of an HCOM graduate. Students deepen their research skills, including but not limited to the ability develop a scholarly research question and project, determine information required, identify where to find needed information, and the skills needed to obtain, synthesize, and integrate information. Subject focus may vary.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: HCOM 300  with a C- or better)
    Typically Offered: Fall term only

    Units: 2-4
  

  • HCOM 475 - Senior Capstone

    Students examine a select theme and produce a major senior project integrating that theme with their overall studies in the HCOM major. Students present their project in a public Capstone Festival. Required for all HCOM majors.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: HCOM 300  with a C- or better)
    Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

    Units: 4
  

  • HCOM 476 - Advanced Public Speaking Workshop

    In this course, students will be able to strengthen their public speaking skills for a variety of professional contexts. They will learn how to craft and deliver presentations in face-to-face and digital formats. They will also have the opportunity to workshop speaking assignments for other classes during the semester. 
     

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: GE  Area A1 with C- or better)
    Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

    Units: 1-2
  

  • HCOM 477 - Communication in Everyday Life

    Students will further develop skills for facilitating successful interpersonal and small group communication in a professional, educational, family or social setting. Interpersonal language skills, active listening, nonverbal communication, the role of communication in conflict, and the power of effective communication to strengthen interpersonal relationships and to build cultural competencies are emphasized.

    Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

    Units: 2
  

  • HCOM 486 - HCOM Internship

    Independent internship working in sites relevant to disciplines in the Humanities and Communication. Students experience 60 hours at the site.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Instructors Consent Required)
    Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

    Units: 4
  

  • HCOM 487 - HCOM Internship

    Independent internship working in sites relevant to the disciplines in the Humanities and Communication. Students experience 30 hours at the site.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Instructor Consent Required)
    Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

    Units: 2
  

  • HCOM 488 - Investigative Reporting

    Prepares students to conduct in-depth and investigative reporting. Outcomes include learning advanced journalistic interviewing techniques, information gathering, and critical understanding of news sources. Focuses on the journalistic exploration of current social, economic, political, and environmental issues. Requires instructor consent.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: GE  Areas A1 and A2 and A3 with a C- or better)
    Typically Offered: Fall term only - odd years

    Units: 4
  

  • HCOM 495 - Special Topics

    Studies a particular topic in Humanities and Communication. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.

    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 1-4
  

  • HCOM 496 - Field Studies

    Opportunities for independent field research projects involving oral history, social action writing, archival research, or investigative journalism.

    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 1-4
  

  • HCOM 497 - Independent Study

    Student and faculty member select topic of study and number of credits.

    Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

    Units: 1-4
  

  • HCOM 498 - Legal Aid Internship

    Internship with a legal aid organization in the local community. Explores such issues as legal ethics, the justice gap and access to legal services while providing hands on training.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [(Prereq: (GE  Areas A1 and A2 and A3 with a C- or better) and (Junior or Senior Standing)]
    Typically Offered: Spring term only

    Units: 4

Human Development and Family Science
  

  • ES 322 - Immigrant Families Across the Lifespan

    Students critically examine the interdisciplinary research literature on diverse immigrant families in the US within a global context and explore contemporary and historical immigration issues that affect families and children’s development.  In addition, students apply their learning in these areas toward maximizing strengths and functioning of immigrant families across the lifespan. 

    (Crosslisted/Equivalent with HDFS 322 )

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: GE  Areas A1 and A2 and A3 and B4 with C- or better)
    General Education: F Ethnic Studies
    University Requirement: ES Ethnic Studies
    Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

    Units: 3
  

  • HDFS 200 - Introduction to Child Development

    In this course, students examine theories of child development and milestones of physical, socio-emotional, and cognitive development from the prenatal period through adolescence. Students identify characteristics of play and their impact on development; describe social development of children and adolescents; understand effects of a wide range of influences on development; and identify sources of possible abuse and neglect and describe their impact on development.

    General Education: E Lifelong Learning and Self-Development
    Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

    Units: 3
  

  • HDFS 222 - Peer Education for Young Adults

    In this course, students train to become Peer Educators for the campus community. Students learn listening and intervention skills, develop skills in health promotion and harm reduction, make presentations, and evaluate health promotion programs for fellow students. Students will enhance leadership skills, develop public speaking, and further program planning skills. Students must apply for admission into the Peer Educator program to enroll in the course.

    Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

    Units: 2
  

  • HDFS 225 - Peer Education for Young Adults Practicum

    In this course, students assist fellow students in making healthy life choices by creating, coordinating, and implementing health promotion activities that address physical, emotional, social, and spiritual issues faced by students. Students serve as role models for peers through responsible decision making and demonstrating ways of healthful living. Students must have completed Peer Educator training to enroll.

    Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

    Units: 1
  

  • HDFS 270 - Child, Family, and Community

    In this course, students examine theories of child development and milestones of physical, socio-emotional, and cognitive development from the prenatal period through adolescence. Students identify characteristics of play and their impact on development; describe social development of children and adolescents; understand effects of a wide range of influences on development; and identify sources of possible abuse and neglect and describe their impact on development.

    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 3
  

  • HDFS 301 - Advanced Reading and Writing in HDFS

    In this course, students explore scholarly literature in Human Development and Family Science to critically examine the purposes and processes of reading and writing within the discipline. Students develop skills for identifying appropriate credible sources, and for critically reading, understanding, and evaluating scholarly literature. Students examine their own reading and writing process and practice strategies to enhance their comprehension and communication of HDFS knowledge for professional and community audiences.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s):

    (Prereq: GE  Areas A1 and A2 and A3 and B4 with a C- or better and HDFS Majors only)

    University Requirement: GWAR Graduation Writing Assessment Requirement
    Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

    Units: 3
  

  • HDFS 302 - Research Methods in HDFS

    In this course, students explore research methods in human development and family studies in social, cultural, and historical contexts. Topics include research design, measurement, validity, data collection methods, and strategies for and issues in the study of developmental change. Through reading and reviewing scholarly papers, students examine the research process and develop research skills such as instrument design, coding and data entry.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: ( GE  Areas A1 and A2 and A3 and B4 with a C- or better) and ( HDFS 301  or HDEV 301) and (HDFS Majors only)]
    Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

    Units: 3
  

  • HDFS 303 - Professional Development in HDFS

    In this course, students will explore career pathways in Human Development and Family Science. Students will develop professional competencies related to oral and written communication, conflict resolution, ethical decision making, and social responsibility in HDFS professions.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: (GE Areas A1 and A2 and A3 and B4 with a C- or better) and (HDFS Majors Only) and (Junior or Senior standing)]
    Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

    Units: 3
  

  • HDFS 307 - Family Theories and Interactions

    In this course, students examine theoretical perspectives within family science to analyze interpersonal processes and patterns of interaction within families across the lifespan. Using family theory and research, focus is given to understanding how interactions vary and influence family relationships across generations, and within diverse contexts, including parent-child, sibling, step, in-law, grandparent, and extended family relationships. Students learn effective assessment, therapeutic, and intervention/prevention strategies that promote positive family development.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s):

    (Prereq: GE   Areas A1 and A2 and A3 and B4 with C- or better)

    Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

    Units: 3
  

  • HDFS 310 - Parenting Across the Lifespan

    In this course, students examine the significant impact of parents with regard to children’s development and life potential. Students explore parenting as an evolving process that changes and reflects the developing individual’s and adult’s current life-stage. Grand parenting and parenting of adult children are also included. Diversity in parenting, theories, and programs will be analyzed in the context of discovering and building on parenting strengths. 

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: (HDFS 200  or HDEV 200 or HDEV 260 or HDFS 350  or HDEV 350 or HDEV 351 or HDFS 360  or PSY 340  or equivalent) and (GE  Areas A1 and A2 and A3 with a C- or better)] 
    Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

    Units: 3
  

  • HDFS 315 - Risk and Resiliency in Families

    In this course, students investigate the challenges, stressors, and crises experienced by individuals and families across the lifespan. Focus is given to protective factors and resilience, coping strategies, and prevention and intervention.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: (HDFS 200  or HDEV 200 or HDEV 260 or HDFS 350  or HDEV 350 or HDEV 351 or HDFS 360  or PSY 340  or equivalent) and (GE  Areas A1 and A2 and A3 with a C- or better)] 
    Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

    Units: 3
  

  • HDFS 321 - Diverse Families

    Students examine the research on diverse families in the U.S., focusing on Latino, Asian American, African American, Native American, multicultural/multiracial, gay and lesbian, special needs families among other diverse families issues and intersectionality. Students explore how cultural and diverse values and attitudes affect aspects of lifespan development such as parenting, schooling, risk behaviors, dating and relationships, and elder care. Students create culturally competent and responsive approaches to supporting the strengths of diverse families and to overcoming systemic obstacles for optimal growth of individuals and families.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: GE  Areas A1 and A2 and A3 and B4 with a C- or better)
    General Education: UDD Integrated Social Sciences
    University Requirement: ES Ethnic Studies
    Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

    Units: 3
  

  • HDFS 322 - Immigrant Families Across the Lifespan

    Students critically examine the interdisciplinary research literature on diverse immigrant families in the US within a global context and explore contemporary and historical immigration issues that affect families and children’s development.  In addition, students apply their learning in these areas toward maximizing strengths and functioning of immigrant families across the lifespan. 

    (Crosslisted/Equivalent with ES 322 )

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: GE  Areas A1 and A2 and A3 and B4 with C- or better)
    General Education: F Ethnic Studies
    University Requirement: ES Ethnic Studies
    Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

    Units: 3
  

  • HDFS 340 - Close Relationships and Family Development

    In this course, students learn about the formation of romantic relationships, mate selection, dating, gay and lesbian relationships, theories of love, and marriage. In addition, students study the formation of families, family development across the lifespan, parenting, and diversity in families. Special emphasis is given to contextual influences on families.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: (HDFS 200  or HDEV 200 or HDEV 260 or HDFS 350  or HDEV 350 or HDEV 351 or HDFS 360  or PSY 340  or equivalent) and (GE  Areas A1 and A2 and A3 with a C- or better)] 
    Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

    Units: 3
  

  • HDFS 341 - Family Violence: Identification, Prevention, and Intervention

    In this course, students examine the research on the nature and impact of violence and abuse in families, schools, and communities on human development and relationships across the lifespan. Students learn how to identify various forms of violence and abuse and the roles and responsibilities of professionals who work with children, youth, the elderly, and families. Focus is given to protective factors, resilience, prevention, and intervention.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: (HDFS 200 or HDEV 200 or HDEV 260 or HDFS 350 or HDEV 350 or HDEV 351 or HDFS 360 or PSY 340 or equivalent) and (GE Areas A1 and A2 and A3 with a C- or better)]
    Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

    Units: 3
  

  • HDFS 342 - Human Development, Technology and the Media

    In this course, students explore how different forms of technology (e.g., video games, cell phones), and new media (e.g., internet) mediate human development. Students evaluate how technology and media are integrated into everyday contexts and activities, linked to specific issues of development across the lifespan, and generate policy and research debates regarding their use and misuse.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: (HDFS 200  or HDEV 200 or HDEV 260 or HDFS 350  or HDEV 350 or HDEV 351 or HDFS 360  or PSY 340  or equivalent) and (GE  Areas A1 and A2 and A3 with a C- or better)] 
    Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

    Units: 3
  

  • HDFS 344 - Death and Dying

    In this course, students examine the physical, social, and psychological aspects of death and dying within cultural traditions. Students examine perspectives on the acceptance of death depending upon age and circumstance, i.e., a natural or expected death, accidental death, deliberate death (e.g., suicide, removal of life support), and cultural expectations concerning grief and the meaning of death as well as available social and cultural services.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: (HDFS 200  or HDEV 200 or HDEV 260 or HDFS 350  or HDEV 350 or HDEV 351 or HDFS 360  or PSY 340  or equivalent) and (GE  Areas A1 and A2 and A3 with a C- or better)]
    Typically Offered: Fall term only

    Units: 3
  

  • HDFS 350 - Lifespan Development: Transition and Change

    In this course, students survey theoretical perspectives of human growth and development across the life span and draw from current social science research in examining the complex array of social, psychological, and cultural forces that combine to determine each individual’s life course. Students apply content to real world settings and explore strategies to promote successful passage through the life course. 

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: GE  Areas A1 and A2 and A3 and B4 with a C- or better)
    General Education: UDD Integrated Social Sciences
    Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

    Units: 3
  

  • HDFS 353 - Cross-Cultural Human Development

    In this course, students examine how human development is influenced by, and influences, cultural norms and practices, and how culture plays a role in physical, cognitive, and socio-emotional development across the lifespan. Student explore topics such as family, socialization, language, gender, schooling, and health, and life events such as birth, rites of passage, marriage, and death in the cultural contexts within the U.S. and internationally.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: GE  Areas A1 and A2 and A3 and B4 with a C- or better)
    General Education: UDD Integrated Social Sciences
    Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

    Units: 3
  

  • HDFS 355 - Behavioral and Emotional Disorders of Childhood and Adolesence

    Students explore common behavioral and emotional disorders which occur during childhood and adolescence such as attention deficit disorder, autism, depression, eating disorders, and conduct disorders. Physiological and environmental origins of the disorders are examined as well as prevention, intervention, and treatment. Multidisciplinary and multicultural perspectives are included.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: (HDFS 200  or HDEV 200 or HDEV 260 or HDFS 350  or HDEV 350 or HDEV 351 or HDFS 360  or PSY 340  or equivalent) and (GE  Areas A1 and A2 and A3 with a C- or better)] 
    Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

    Units: 3
  

  • HDFS 356 - Infancy and Early Childhood

    In this course, students examine developmental, behavioral, and other psychological theories and the various biological, social, and cultural factors known to contribute to human growth and development during the initial phases of life (prenatal through preschool). Readings emphasize research and application in family and social settings.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: (HDFS 200  or HDEV 200 or HDEV 260 or HDFS 350  or HDEV 350 or HDEV 351 or HDFS 360  or PSY 340  or equivalent) and (GE  Areas A1 and A2 and A3 with a C- or better)] 
    Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

    Units: 3
  

  • HDFS 358 - Middle Childhood

    In this course, students examine physical, cognitive, and socio-emotional development during the school age years (ages 6-11) with an emphasis on the various contexts in which children develop, such as cultural community, family, peer groups, and school. Students critically examine developmental theories and research, and explore the application of research in different social settings.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: (HDFS 200  or HDEV 200 or HDEV 260 or HDFS 350  or HDEV 350 or HDEV 351 or HDFS 360  or PSY 340  or equivalent) and (GE  Areas A1 and A2 and A3 with a C- or better)] 
    Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

    Units: 3
  

  • HDFS 360 - Child Development

    Child Development provides a rigorous overview of theories and research concerning child growth and development. Focuses on children’s social, cognitive, and psychological development with emphasis on multicultural and social policy issues. Addresses the current conditions of children in the local community and globally, emphasizing the need for diverse and culturally competent policies and practices.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: GE  Areas A1 and A2 and A3 and B4 with a C- or better)
    General Education: UDD Integrated Social Sciences
    Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

    Units: 3
  

  • HDFS 365 - Adolescence

    In this course, students examine the psychological, biological cognitive, and other developmental theories relevant to adolescent development. Student analyze the impact of culture and context on identity development and on successful transition to adulthood.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: (HDFS 200  or HDEV 200 or HDEV 260 or HDFS 350  or HDEV 350 or HDEV 351 or HDFS 360  or PSY 340  or equivalent) and (GE  Areas A1 and A2 and A3 with a C- or better)] 
    Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

    Units: 3
  

  • HDFS 371 - Adulthood & Aging

    In this course, students examine theories and concepts of early adulthood, middle adulthood, and late adulthood. Students explore topics such as the consolidation of personal identity, the primary factors of adulthood, and healthy and successful aging drawing on readings from diverse sources, including psychological and sociological research and media.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: (HDFS 200  or HDEV 200 or HDEV 260 or HDFS 350  or HDEV 350 or HDEV 351 or HDFS 360  or PSY 340  or equivalent) and (GE  Areas A1 and A2 and A3 with a C- or better)] 
    Typically Offered: Fall term only

    Units: 3
  

  • HDFS 377 - Geriatrics & Gerontology

    In this course, students examine the key issues, complexities, and challenges around changing health and service systems in the aging process. Students explore topics such as the etiology of life altering events, quality of life for the elderly, and end of life choices from multicultural and international perspectives. 

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: (HDFS 200  or HDEV 200 or HDEV 260 or HDFS 350  or HDEV 350 or HDEV 351 or HDFS 360  or PSY 340  or equivalent) and (GE  Areas A1 and A2 and A3 with a C- or better)] 
    Typically Offered: Spring term only

    Units: 3
  

  • HDFS 380S - Service Learning Human Dev

    Service Learning in Human Development: In this course, students will apply and evaluate HDEV theory to service learning experiences, reflect on their SL experience and site as it applies to their professional development, develop skills in reflective, ethical, strengths- based practices for human development, and strengthen their interpersonal and intrapersonal abilities in their SL experience and area of study.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: (GE  Areas A1 and A2 and A3 and B4 with a C- or better) and (HDFS majors only)]
    University Requirement: UDSL Upper Division Service Learning
    Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

    Units: 2
  

  • HDFS 382 - Program Development and Evaluation in HDFS

    In this course, students learn about theory and practice of program evaluation and proposal writing in the HDFS field, focusing on needs assessment and proposal writing to aid programs in meeting their goals.  Students will learn to assess and apply evaluation methods from various  perspectives, such as scientific, ethical, multicultural, and social justice perspectives.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: (HDFS 200  or HDEV 200 or HDEV 260 or HDEV 350 or HDEV 351 or HDFS 360   or PSY 340  or equivalent)  and (GE  Areas A1 and A2 and A3 with a C- or better) and (HDFS Majors only)]
    Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

    Units: 3
  

  • HDFS 395 - Special Topics

    In a Special Topics course, students study a particular topic in Human Development on an experimental or time-limited basis. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: GE  Areas A1 and A2 and A3 with C- or better)
    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 2-6
  

  • HDFS 397 - Independent Study

    Allows upper-division students to pursue courses on special topics. May involve such activities as readings and reactions to papers, term papers, reports on life experiences, and action research.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: GE  Areas A1 and A2 and A3 with C- or better)
    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 1-8
  

  • HDFS 397S - Independent Study SL

    Allows upper-division students to pursue courses on special topics. Requires completion of a service learning field placement and project. May involve such activities as readings and reactions to papers, term papers, reports on life experiences, and action research. 

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: GE  Areas A1 and A2 and A3 with C- or better)
    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 1-8
  

  • HDFS 400A - Pre-Capstone

    In this course, students reflect upon their service learning experience and generate a research project for Capstone. Students develop a research proposal and timetable for engaging in a Capstone project. 

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s):  

    [Prereq: (GE  Areas A1 and A2 and A3 with a C- or better) and (HDFS 302  or HDFS 302 ) and (HDFS 305S  or HDFS 305S  or HDEV 305L or HDFS 303 ) and (HDFS Majors only) and (Coreq: HDFS 380S   or HDEV 380S)]

    Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

    Units: 1
  

  • HDFS 400B - Capstone Seminar

    This course revolves around a research project. Students conduct a close study of a particular area, e.g., juveniles and violence, parenting practices in bilingual families, or needs of non-English proficient elderly. Students conduct a literature review, analyze a particular aspect of the field, and evaluate how particular theories and practices are conducted. 

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereqs: (GE  Areas A1 and A2 and A3 with a C- or better) and (HDFS 400A  or HDEV 400A) and (HDFS 380S  or HDEV 380S) and (HDFS majors only)]
    Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

    Units: 3

Hospitality
  

  • HOSP 200 - Applications of Sustainable Hospitality

    Students will be exposed to practical applications of Sustainable Hospitality through guest speakers, appropriate articles and publications, and on-site visits to various Hospitality facilities.

    Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

    Units: 1
  

  • HOSP 221 - Shifting Flavor Landscapes & Unseen/Hidden Populations

    Introduces the myriad of cultural influences on U.S. cuisines from various racial and ethnic groups via core concepts of ethnic studies. Explores the influence of cultural and historical traditions on the food landscape through an interdisciplinary lens focused on justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion. Examines the lived experiences of various ethnic groups while assessing the hierarchical social/organizational structures and power dynamics that restrict or inhibit opportunities for growth among unseen/hidden populations in the U.S. hospitality and tourism sector.

    (Crosslisted/Equivalent with ES 221 )

    General Education: F Ethnic Studies
    University Requirement: ES Ethnic Studies
    Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

    Units: 3
  

  • HOSP 300 - Issues & Ethics in Sustainable Hospitality Management

    Develops writing, oral and critical analysis skills needed to link sustainability to ethics in hospitality management. Covers current issues that involve hospitality management, ethics and society. Students develop a learning plan that integrates their Sustainable Hospitality Management concentration, capstone and internship interests, and personal and professional goals.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [(Prereq: (BUS 201  and BUS 203 ) and (GE  Area A1 and A2 and A3) with a C- or better) and (Junior or Senior Standing)]
    Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

    Units: 2
  

  • HOSP 312 - Sustainable Hospitality Operations Management

    Focus on sustainable hospitality operations management with emphasis on delivery of quality customer service, addressing responsible initiatives, and unique operational challenges. The course reviews the history and development of the hospitality industry, and future considerations and outlook, including trends and the development of sustainable hospitality operations. Students engage in generating ideas for hospitality operations.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: (BUS 299  and HOSP 300  and BUS 304  and BUS 305  with a C- or better) and (Junior or Senior Standing)]
    Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

    Units: 4
  

  • HOSP 471 - Ecotourism Management

    Focuses on management issues and implications on ecotourism businesses. Topics include examining basic elements of ecotourism, the ecotourism market and market trends, green guidelines for operating a successful ecotourism business, ecotourism certification processes, and the special needs of eco-tourists and local communities. Recommend prior completion of an Environmental Science class.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: (BUS 305  or ENVS 201  or ENSTU 280  with a C- or better) and (Junior or Senior Standing)]
    Typically Offered: Fall term only

    Units: 4
  

  • HOSP 472 - Coastal & Ocean Hospitality Operations

    Examines trends and issues that impact the world’s coastal & ocean areas and their impacts to tourism and hospitality. Scientific, economic, social, legal and political aspects of issues are discussed & case studies are used to illustrate the challenge of linking data with regulatory & management decisions in the industry. Topics include coastal development, climate change adaptation, coastal hazards, and community impacts.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: (BUS 305  or ENVS 201  or ENSTU 280  with a C- or better) and (Junior or Senior Standing)]
    Typically Offered: Fall term only

    Units: 4
  

  • HOSP 473 - Advanced Ecotourism Management

    Builds connections between protected areas and eco-tourists. Fosters personal relevance of and appreciation for a natural area leading to behavioral changes among visitors to ecotourism areas/attractions. Examines stakeholders, management and governance structures in the context of ecotourism. Students synthesize course topics into hands-on experiential learning. May require field trips. Optional certification: Certified Interpretive Host

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: (BUS 305  or ENVS 201  or ENSTU 280  with a C- or better) and (Junior or Senior Standing)]
    Typically Offered: Spring term only

    Units: 4
  

  • HOSP 481 - Sustainable Event Management

    Involves an in-depth investigation of the unique challenges and opportunities faced by business managers in the event management industry from a sustainable perspective. Relevant business theories are applied to topics, including reducing the carbon footprint of the event, selection of venues, transportation, and vendors. Field intensive course requiring multiple field trips. 

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: ((HOSP 300 ) and (BUS 311  or BUS 312 or HOSP 312 ) with a C- or better) and (Junior or Senior Standing)]
    Typically Offered: Fall term only

    Units: 4
  

  • HOSP 482 - Sustainable Hotel and Resort Management

    Offers a complete approach to the operation of hotel and resort properties. Focuses on sustainable and responsible initiatives, technological change, and unique operational challenges. Reviews history and conceptual development of hotels and resorts and future considerations and outlook for the industry in issues such as the hiring and management of seasonal employees and the development of sustainable opportunities. 

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: ((BUS 311  or BUS 312 or HOSP 312 ) with a C- or better) and (Junior or Senior Standing)]
    Typically Offered: Spring term only

    Units: 4
  

  • HOSP 483 - Sustainable Food and Beverage Management

    Focuses on the operational aspects of sustainable Food and Beverage businesses, with a strong emphasis on guest satisfaction. Students explore the history, trends, and managerial aspects of F&B operations; familiarization with restaurant operation from a safety/sanitation viewpoint; menu development (emphasis on nutrition and sourcing of local products); and application of cost management principles (from a sustainable and strategic perspective). 

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: (BUS 311  or BUS 312 or HOSP 312  with a C- or better) and (Junior or Senior Standing)]
    Typically Offered: Fall term only

    Units: 4
  

  • HOSP 484 - Strategic Hospitality Cost Management

    Investigates cost control principles and their management and application to hospitality operation costs, including exploration of food, beverage, labor, and material cost controls from a sustainable and strategic perspective. Active problem solving and practical applications, such as income statements and balance sheets, are used. 

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Coreq: HOSP 483 )
    Typically Offered: Fall term only

    Units: 2
  

  • HOSP 495 - Special Topics

    Studies a particular topic in the major. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. 

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: Junior or Senior Standing)
    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 1-6
  

  • HOSP 497 - Independent Study

    Independent study under the direction of a faculty member. The student must prepare a study proposal approved by the appropriate faculty member and major advisor prior to registration. 

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: (BUS 304  and BUS 305  and BUS 306  with a C- or better) and (Junior or Senior Standing)]
    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 1-6
  

  • HOSP 498 - Hospitality Internship

    Students acquire and develop the knowledge, skills, and understanding needed to fulfill major specific learning outcomes. Develops a community of learners to assist students in completing their Individual Learning Plans (ILP). Faculty help students clarify potential hotel/resort sites and internship agreements. 

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: (BUS 304  and BUS 305  and BUS 306  and BUS 307  with a C- or better) and (Junior or Senior Standing)]
    Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

    Units: 1-6
  

  • HOSP 499 - Strategic Management for Sustainable Hospitality (SrCapstone)

    Capstone course integrating all core courses into strategic analysis case, simulation, and/ or applied research project in sustainable hospitality. Describes strategic management theory and practice, strategy formulation process, and implementation and evaluation activities.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: (BUS 308  and (BUS 311  or BUS 312 or HOSP 312 ) with a C- or better) and (Senior Standing)]
    Typically Offered: Fall, Spring

    Units: 6

Health & Social Policy
  

  • HSP 650 - Social Policy Analysis

    Develops theoretical perspectives on social policy, social justice, and social change, and a framework for analyzing and developing social policies. Introduces students to a selection of social problems and the social programs and policies designed to address them, and provides students with an opportunity to explore a social policy area of their choosing.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Restricted to MPP Majors)
    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 3
  

  • HSP 651 - Health Policy Analysis&Advocac

    Explores the complexity of health policy analysis and advocacy in the context of rapidly changing roles and expectations for healthcare institutions and providers; the interface between public health and the private medical sector; and a comparative analysis of publicly and privately financed U.S. and non-U.S. healthcare systems. Critical and historical analyses of U.S. and non-U.S. health policy form the basis of a health policy analysis assignment.

    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 3

Instructional Science & Technology
  

  • IST 401 - Tech Skills Development

    This is a recommended lab course for the students who are enrolled in the MIST program. It emphasizes on technology skill development on multimedia design and evaluation tools.

    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 1-4
  

  • IST 411 - Writing Skills Development

    This is a recommended lab course for the students who are enrolled in the MIST program. It focuses on writing skill development and writing in appropriate style.

    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 1-4
  

  • IST 495 - Special Topic

    Studies a particular topic in IST. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.

    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 2-6
  

  • IST 497 - Independent Study

    Student and faculty member select topic of study and number of credits.

    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 1-4
  

  • IST 501 - Technology Workshop

    Provides individualized workshops and tutoring to incoming graduate students in preparation for technology-intensive graduate studies. Covering information, technology and communication tools such as learning management systems, information search engines, online storages, basic media design, basic web design, and presentation tools. Designed to be taken with or before other graduate-level courses.

    Typically Offered: Fall term only

    Units: 2
  

  • IST 511 - Writing Workshop

    Provides individualized workshops and tutoring to incoming graduate students in preparation for writing-intensive graduate studies. Covering writing strategies, academic writing skills, APA style and technologies used in writing. Designed to be taken with, or before, other graduate-level courses.

    Typically Offered: Fall term only

    Units: 2-4
  

  • IST 520 - Theories of Learning and Instruction

    Learning Theories: Introduce learning theory as the foundation for the design and implementation of instruction and training. Students learn to evaluate and select appropriate applied learning theories, apply behavioral, cognitive and constructivist learning theories. Discuss how to select appropriate pedagogy according to a specific delivery model and learner. Explore cultural sensitivities in teaching and learning in a highly connected world.

    Typically Offered: Spring term only

    Units: 4
  

  • IST 522 - Instructional Design

    Instructional Design: Investigate, and apply instructional design models. Students engage in front-end analysis in order to identify and define an existing problem in an instructional or training environment resulting in an instructional design document. Involves problem identification and definition, content organization and development, implementation strategy and evaluation framework.

    Typically Offered: Fall term only

    Units: 4
  

  • IST 524 - Instructional Technology

    Provides an introduction to the field and profession of Instructional Science Technology. This course provides students a sense of history, current issues, future trends, and an overview of core models and theories, and how the components of the field fit together.

    Typically Offered: Fall term only

    Units: 4
  

  • IST 526 - Interactive Multimedia Instruc

    Interactive Multimedia for Instruction : Study professional tools for media creation and select and use appropriate media tools to develop multimedia learning solutions to an instructional problem. Students build a multimedia prototype and conduct an evaluation to assess quality and usability of their project and make further revisions.

    Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: IST 522  and IST 524 )
    Typically Offered: Spring term only

    Units: 4
  

  • IST 530 - Intro to Project Management

    Intro to Project Management: Covers fundamental project frameworks such as scope, time, cost, quality, human resources, communications, risk, and procurement. Discusses management skills required to lead a team to successful completion of projects. Students will select and apply project management processes throughout the project life cycle to deliver successful projects, particularly: strategic alignment, project appraisal and planning, human resource management, budgeting and control, quality and risk management, contract management and the management of change. Level: Graduate (Elective)

    Typically Offered: Periodically offered

    Units: 2
 

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