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SOCI 5389 - Practicum 3 hrs
Experiential learning opportunity in which methods and theories of sociology are applied in practice while working under supervision in a public or private sector setting. Students will practice skill and knowledge on community health and/or immigration issues in order to prepare for professional life and/or graduate school.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Fee: $20.
Offered: Spring.
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SOCI 5390 - Selected Topics 3 hrs
In-depth study of specialized topic chosen by instructor. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.
Offered: As Needed.
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SPAN 1411 - Elementary Spanish I 4 hrs
Introduction to four basic skills of language learning: aural understanding, oral expression, reading and writing; intensive class drill. (TCCN).
Offered: Fall, Spring.
(GE)
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SPAN 1412 - Elementary Spanish II 4 hrs
Introduction to four basic skills of language learning; aural understanding, oral expression, reading and writing; intensive class drill. (TCCN).
Prerequisite: SPAN 1411 .
Offered: Spring, Fall.
(GE)
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SPAN 2190-2690 - Selected Issues in Spanish 1-6 hrs
Introduction to specialized topic(s) chosen by instructor. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.
Offered: As Needed.
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SPAN 2311 - Intermediate Spanish I 3 hrs
Oral/aural exercises; formal presentation of grammar; reading of contemporary works; writing of compositions in Spanish. (TCCN).
Prerequisites: SPAN 1411 , SPAN 1412 or equivalent.
Offered: Fall.
(GE)
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SPAN 2312 - Intermediate Spanish II 3 hrs
Oral/aural exercise; formal presentation of grammar reading of contemporary works; writing compositions in Spanish. (TCCN).
Prerequisites: SPAN 1411 , SPAN 1412 , SPAN 2311 or equivalents.
Offered: Spring.
(GE)
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SPAN 2321 - Conversational Spanish 3 hrs
Practice in oral communication through audiovisual aids, class discussion, presentation of topics of immediate interest and usefulness.
Prerequisites: SPAN 1411 , SPAN 1412 or equivalents.
Offered: As Needed.
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SPAN 2621 - Conversational Spanish 6 hrs
Practice in oral communication through audio-visual aids, class discussion, presentation of topics of immediate interest and usefulness.
Offered: As Needed.
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SPAN 3301 - Advanced Spanish Grammar, Reading, Composition I 3 hrs
Oral and written exercises in idiomatic Spanish; compositions and discussions based on reading of modern authors; should be taken as early as possible in student’s advanced work.
Prerequisites: SPAN 2311 , SPAN 2312 or equivalents.
Offered: Fall.
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SPAN 3302 - Advanced Spanish Grammar Reading Composition II 3 hrs
Oral and written exercises in idiomatic Spanish; compositions and discussions based on reading of modern authors; should be taken as early as possible in student’s advanced work.
Prerequisites: SPAN 2311 , SPAN 2312 , SPAN 3301 or equivalents.
Offered: Spring.
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SPAN 3311 - Civilization and Culture of Spain 3 hrs
Lectures and readings on ethnological, geographical, historical, political, economic, sociological and artistic factors that constitute the culture of Spain.
Prerequisites: SPAN 2311 , SPAN 2312 or equivalents.
Offered: Fall of Odd Years.
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SPAN 3312 - Civilization and Culture of Latin America 3 hrs
Lectures and readings on ethnological, geographical, historical, political, economic, sociological and artistic factors that constitute the culture of Latin America.
Prerequisites: SPAN 2311 , SPAN 2312 or equivalents.
Offered: Fall of Even Years.
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SPAN 3313 - Civilization and Culture of Mexico 3 hrs
Lectures and readings on ethnological, geographical, historical, political, economic, sociological and artistic factors that constitute the culture of Mexico.
Prerequisites: SPAN 2311 , SPAN 2312 or equivalents.
Offered: Spring of Even Years.
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SPAN 3328 - Professional Oral and Written Communication in Spanish 3 hrs
Oral and written communication in Spanish in professional situations likely to arise in students’ academic specializations; reading of related works; formal presentation of grammar.
Prerequisite: SPAN 3301 .
Offered: Spring.
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SPAN 3333 - Masterpieces of Spanish Literature 3 hrs
Lectures and readings of selected masterpieces of literature of Spain from the Middle Ages to the present with an emphasis on literary techniques and terminology. Analysis of social, cultural and historical context of Spain’s major literary periods and works.
Prerequisites: SPAN 2311 , SPAN 2312 or equivalents.
Offered: Spring of Odd Years.
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SPAN 3343 - Masterpieces of Latin American Literature 3 hrs
Lectures and readings on selected masterpieces of literature of Latin America from the pre-colonial period to the present with an emphasis on literary techniques and terminology. Analysis of social, cultural and historical context of Latin America’s major literary periods and works.
Prerequisites: SPAN 2311 , SPAN 2312 or equivalents.
Offered: Spring of Even Years.
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SPAN 3353 - Masterpieces of Mexican Literature 3 hrs
Survey of literature of Mexico from pre-colonial period to the present with an emphasis on literary techniques and terminology. Analysis of social, cultural and historical context of Mexico’s major literary periods and works.
Prerequisites: SPAN 2311 , SPAN 2312 or equivalents.
Offered: Fall of Odd Years.
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SPAN 3360 - Medical Translation Interpreting 3 hrs
In-depth translation and interpretation: oral and written work specifically related to the Medical field.
Prerequisites: SPAN 2311 , SPAN 2312 or equivalents.
Offered: Spring of Even Years.
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SPAN 3373 - Spanish in the United States 3 hrs
Cultural and linguistic dimensions of Spanish in the U.S. with special attention to Spanish of Texas: analysis of social, cultural and historical context of Spanish in the U.S.
Prerequisites: SPAN 2311 , SPAN 2312 or equivalents.
Offered: Spring of Odd Years.
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SPAN 3383 - Mexican American Prose and Poetry 3 hrs
Literature of the Mexican American and its relationship to cultural setting; current readings in various genres; creative writing assignments.
Prerequisites: SPAN 2311 , SPAN 2312 or equivalents.
Offered: Fall of Even Years.
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SPAN 4190-4690 - Selected Topics in Spanish 1-6 hrS
In-depth study of specialized topics chosen by instructor. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Offered: As Needed.
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SPAN 4310 - Business Translation and Interpreting 3 hrs
In-depth translation and interpretation: oral and written work specifically related to the Legal field.
Prerequisites: SPAN 2311 , SPAN 2312 or equivalents.
Offered: Fall of Odd Years.
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SPAN 4325 - Legal Translation Interpreting 3 hrs
In-depth translation and interpretation: oral and written work specifically related to the legal field.
Prerequisites: SPAN 2311 , SPAN 2312 or equivalents.
Offered: Fall of Odd Years.
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SPAN 4332 - Spanish English Contrastive Linguistics 3 hrs
Contrastive analysis of syntax and overall grammar between the two languages, including socio- linguistic norms.
Prerequisites: SPAN 2311 , SPAN 2312 or equivalents.
Offered: Spring.
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SPAN 4361-4661 - Spanish Study Tour 3-6 hrs
Direct observation of language, values and attitudes in a Spanish-speaking country.
Offered: As Needed.
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SPAN 4395 - Summative Experience 3 hrs
A capstone course that requires students to integrate skills and knowledge previously learned in advanced Spanish courses. Guided by a Spanish faculty member, students will complete an individualized project on an independent study basis. Projects may involve research, reading, and report or creative writing.
Prerequisite: 18 advanced hours in Spanish. Includes the Oral Proficiency Interview and the Writing Proficiency Test from the Language Testing International Branch of the American Council for the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL).
Fee: $100.
Offered: As Needed.
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SPAN 4398 - Practicum and Summative Experience 3 hrs
Capstone course and experience that require students to integrate skills and knowledge previously learned in advanced Spanish courses. Guided by a faculty member. Includes the Oral Proficiency Interview and the Writing Proficiency Test from the Language Testing International Branch of the American Council for the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL).
Prerequisites: Minimum 27 advanced hours in Spanish.
Fee: $120.
Offered: As Needed.
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Special Education |
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SPED 2338 - Survey of Exceptionalities 3 hrs
An overview of differences associated with varying exceptionalities as defined under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEIA). Review of professional issues, legal and ethical considerations and best practices in instruction, detection, and programming for culturally and linguistically diverse students with exceptionalities. Service-learning in a special education setting required.
Fee: $10.
Offered: Fall, Spring.
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SPED 4324 - Instructional Strategies: Students with Mild/Moderate Disabilities 3 hrs
Differentiated instruction for diverse learners with strong emphasis in language/literacy (oral language, phonological awareness, alphabetic principle, word recognition, written expression, fluency, comprehension, content vocabulary), mathematics and content areas. Selection of learning strategies to meet the individual needs of students with disabilities and connect to the RTI and IEP development process. Evaluation and implementation of specific learning strategies
used in classroom settings. Strategies to acquire, store and express knowledge. Direct development in learning strategies and specific problem solving associated with strategies instruction. 10 hours Field Experience required in an inclusive settings.
Prerequisites: SPED 2338 or consent of instructor.
Fee: $20.
Offered: Fall.
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SPED 4335 - Language Issues: Communication Learning Cultural Linguistic Differences 3 hrs
Examination and discussions of under-developed language to prevent misidentification and to assist in the discrimination between language differences and language disorders. Strong emphasis on bilingual language development. English language learners and RTI as related to assessment and instruction of students with exceptionalities.
Fee: $20.
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SPED 4341 - Special Education Assessment Practices and Issues 3 hrs
Procedures and practice in administration, scoring and interpretation of the most common screening and diagnostic tests of academic and pre-academic abilities and performance. Includes curriculum-based assessment and RTI practices with review of legal, ethical, cultural/linguistic considerations relevant to eligibility, placement and individual program planning.
Prerequisite: SPED 2338 or consent of instructor.
Fee: $40.
Offered: Fall.
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SPED 4351 - Behavior Management: Special Education 3 hrs
Proactive intervention strategies, reductive techniques, and crisis prevention and intervention strategies for common behavior problems in children with disabilities. Emphasis on RTI and positive behavior intervention supports as applied to individuals and groups. The planning, application and evaluation of behavior modification techniques for students with emotional/behavioral disorders, will be included with development of a behavior change project. 10 hours of Field Experience required.
Fee: $20.
Offered: Fall.
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SPED 5191 - Special Studies: Special Education 1 hr
In-depth study of specialized topic chosen by instructor. May be repeated for credit when topic vary.
Prerequisites: Six advanced semester hours in Special Education and consent of instructor.
Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer.
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SPED 5291 - Special Studies: Special Education 2 hrs
In-depth study of specialized topic chosen by instructor. May be repeated for credit when topic vary.
Prerequisites: Six advanced semester hours in Special Education and consent of instructor.
Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer.
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SPED 5338 - Students with Learning Disabilities in Inclusive Classroom 3 hrs
Discusses definition and instructional challenges associated with learning disabilities as well as legal and assessment issues; impact of cultural linguistic diversity and ESL on the identification and instruction of students referred for and/or placed in special education under this category. Particular attention to instructional strategies, accommodations and modifications for optimum success in inclusive classrooms. Also give attention to students who are twice exceptional (have learning disabilities and are also gifted).
Prerequisite: SPED 2338 .
Fee: $20.
Offered: Spring.
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SPED 5341 - American Sign Language 3 hrs
An introduction to the basic skills needed in the production and comprehension of American Sign Language (ASL) includes focus on the manual alphabet, numbers, conversational skills, culturally appropriate behaviors and ASL grammar.
Offered: Fall.
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SPED 5343 - Law and Contemporary Issues in Special Education 3 hrs
Significant historical and current issues in special education services including the inclusive model with families and other professionals; Response to Intervention (RTI); federal and state laws and legal issues, professional practices and ethics. Topics include: confidentiality, identification, assessment and monitoring, behavioral interventions, related services, transition, assistive technology, service agencies, and IEP development. 10 hours of Field Experience required.
Prerequisite: SPED 2338 .
Fee: $20.
Offered: Spring.
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SPED 5355 - Practicum in Special Education 3 hrs
Observation and supervised practice in education of students with disabilities; individualized projects determined based on student with emphasis on instructional strategies, IEP planning and mastery techniques; approximately 110 clock hours in one or more special education settings at elementary and secondary levels. Offered on a pass/fail basis.
Prerequisites: SPED 2338 and approval of practicum coordinator.
Fee: $40.
Offered: Fall, Spring.
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SPED 5391 - Special Studies: Special Education 3 hrs
In-depth study of specialized topic chosen by instructor. May be repeated for credit when topic vary.
Prerequisites: Six advanced semester hours in Special Education and consent of instructor.
Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer.
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Speech |
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SPCH 2190 - Selected Issues in Speech 1 hr
Introduction to specialized topic(s) chosen by instructor. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.
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SPCH 2290 - Selected Issues in Speech 2 hrs
Introduction to specialized topic(s) chosen by instructor. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.
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SPCH 2390 - Selected Issues in Speech 3 hrs
Introduction to specialized topic(s) chosen by instructor. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.
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SPCH 2490 - Selected Issues in Speech 4 hrs
Introduction to specialized topic(s) chosen by instructor. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.
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SPCH 2590 - Selected Issues in Speech 5 hrs
Introduction to specialized topic(s) chosen by instructor. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.
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SPCH 2690 - Selected Issues in Speech 6 hrs
Introduction to specialized topic(s) chosen by instructor. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.
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SPCH 4191 - Selected Topics in Speech 1 hr
In-depth study of specialized topic chosen by instructor.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
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SPCH 4291 - Selected Topics in Speech 2 hrs
In-depth study of specialized topic chosen by instructor.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
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SPCH 4391 - Selected Topics in Speech 3 hrs
In-depth study of specialized topic chosen by instructor.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
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SPCH 4491 - Selected Topics in Speech 4 hrs
In-depth study of specialized topic chosen by instructor.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
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SPCH 4591 - Selected Topics in Speech 5 hrs
In-depth study of specialized topic chosen by instructor.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
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SPCH 4691 - Selected Topics in Speech 6 hrs
In-depth study of specialized topic chosen by instructor.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
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Theology and Spiritual Action |
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THSA 1300 - The Catholic Imagination 3 hrs
A survey and study of Christian individuals and institutions engaging challenges throughout the growth of Catholicism. Emphasis on Catholic critical reflection, payer and action.
(GE)
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THSA 1310 - Introduction to Spirituality and Providence 3 hrs
Introductory study of selected types of Christian spirituality, including study of the Providence charism.
Offered: Fall, Spring.
(GE)
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THSA 1320 - Reading the Bible 3 hrs
Survey of the structure and contents of the Bible, as well as basic methods of interpretation.
Offered: Fall, Spring.
(GE)
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THSA 2190 - Selected Issues in Theology and Spiritual Action 1 hr
Introduction to specialized topics. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.
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THSA 2290 - Selected Issues in Theology and Spiritual Action 2 hrs
Introduction to specialized topics. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.
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THSA 2320 - Christian Scriptures 3 hrs
Survey of selected Gospel literature, focusing on the themes of the Incarnation, Kingdom of God, Proclamation, service and prayer.
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THSA 2337 - Relationships and Christian Marriage 3 hrs
Study of Christian marriage as covenant, sacrament and vocation; marriage seen from various viewpoints, Biblical, doctrinal, psychological and sociological.
Offered: Fall.
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THSA 2350 - Christian Morality and Ethics 3 hrs
A study of the principles and insights of the Christian tradition regarding human values and the religious orientation of human kind; questions of the nature of person, freedom, responsibility and conscience.
Offered: Fall.
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THSA 2380 - Inter-Religious Dialogue and Religions of the World 3 hrs
Catholic teaching on Inter-religious dialogue and a survey of selected global religious traditions in their adherence to and search for God, sacred reality, peace.
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THSA 2390 - Selected Issues in Theology and Spiritual Action 3 hrs
Introduction to specialized topics. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.
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THSA 2490 - Selected Issues in Theology and Spiritual Action 4 hrs
Introduction to specialized topics. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.
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THSA 2590 - Selected Issues in Theology and Spiritual Action 5 hrs
Introduction to specialized topics. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.
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THSA 2690 - Selected Issues in Theology and Spiritual Action 6 hrs
Introduction to specialized topics. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.
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THSA 3332 - Theology of Jesus Christ and God 3 hrs
Historical and theological analysis of the identity and meaning of Jesus Christ, God and the Trinity.
Prerequisite: Advanced standing or consent of instructor.
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THSA 3352 - Social Justice and Christianity 3 hrs
The nature of justice and peace and their relationship to the Christian life; Biblical understanding of justice and peace; analysis of Catholic Church’s position on justice and peace since Vatican ll.
Prerequisite: Advanced standing or consent of instructor.
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THSA 3360 - Introduction to Latino/a Theology 3 hrs
Development of Latino/a Theology by representative theologians. Contextual aspects of the Mexican American and latino/a community in
south texas and United States. Analysis of latinidad; study and practice of teologia de conjunto.
Prerequiste: Advanced standing or approved by instructor.
Offered: Spring of Odd Years
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THSA 3362 - Mexican Americans: Their Spiritual Foundation (HC) 3 hrs
The religious foundations of the Mexican American people; Meso-american religion; Spanish Catholicism, founding the Church, the question of syncretism, colonialism and religious liberators, Protestant America, and the modern era.
Prerequisite: Advanced standing or consent of instructor.
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THSA 3383 - Leadership: Women and Spirituality (Students in Honors program only) 3 hrs
Interdisciplinary course examines the influence of spirituality on women leaders through and analysis of theories, case studies and interviews with local women leaders, and interactions through technology with students at their campuses.
Prerequisite: Advanced standing or consent of instructor.
(GE)
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THSA 3388 - Peacemaking Conflict Resolution 3 hrs
Introduction to the principles of a Christian vocation of peacemaking. Interdisciplinary and a praxis-based examination of theological understandings of non-violence as commitment to peacemaking. Offered on a pass/fail basis.
Prerequisite: Advanced standing or consent of instructor.
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THSA 3390 - Selected Topics in Theology and Spiritual Action 3 hrs
In-depth study of specialized topics chosen by instructor. May be repeated for credit when topic varies.
Prerequisite: Advanced standing or approval by instructor.
Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
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THSA 4190 - Selected Topics in Theology and Spiritual Action 1 hr
In-depth study of specialized topic chosen by instructor. May be repeated for credit when topic varies.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
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THSA 4290 - Selected Topics in Theology and Spiritual Action 2 hrs
In-depth study of specialized topic chosen by instructor. May be repeated for credit when topic varies.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
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THSA 4300 - The Catholic Reality (Capstone) 3 hrs
A study of contemporary Catholic teachings and perspectives, applied to contemporary issues and challenges. Service learning pedagogy.
Prerequisite: Advanced standing or consent of instructor.
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THSA 4310 - Classic in Catholic Spirituality 3 hrs
Selected study of treasures of the Catholic spiritual tradition, among them: Augustine, Gregory of Nyssa, Julian of Norwich, Teresa of Avila, Jean-Martin Moye, Therese of Lisieux, Cesar Chavez, Seminar.
Prerequisite: Advanced standing or consent of instructor.
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THSA 4390 - Selected Topics in Theology and Spiritual Action 3 hrs
In-depth study of specialized topic chosen by instructor. May be repeated for credit when topic varies.
Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
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Women’s Studies |
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WMST 2190 - Selected Issues in Women’s Studies 1 hr
Introduction to specialized topics. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.
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WMST 2290 - Selected Issues in Women’s Studies 2 hrs
Introduction to specialized topics. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.
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WMST 2300 - Introduction to Women’s Studies 3 hrs
Interdisciplinary course introducing students to basic issues in the field of women’s studies including current debates in feminist theory.
Prerequisites: ENGL 1313 , ENGL 1314 .
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WMST 2390 - Selected Issues in Women’s Studies 3 hrs
Introduction to specialized topics. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.
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WMST 2490 - Selected Issues in Women’s Studies 4 hrs
Introduction to specialized topics. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.
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WMST 2590 - Selected Issues in Women’s Studies 5 hrs
Introduction to specialized topics. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.
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WMST 2690 - Selected Issues in Women’s Studies 6 hrs
Introduction to specialized topics. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.
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WMST 4190 - Special Topics in Women’s Studies 1 hr
In-depth study of specialized topics chosen by instructor. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.
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WMST 4290 - Special Topics in Women’s Studies 2 hrs
In-depth study of specialized topics chosen by instructor. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.
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WMST 4390 - Special Topics in Women’s Studies 3 hrs
In-depth study of specialized topics chosen by instructor. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.
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WMST 4395 - Culminating Theories of Women’s Studies 3 hrs
Capstone course which examines contemporary applications of gender and analyzes how gender functions within a student’s own primary discipline and involves an integrative final project (practical or theoretical).
Prerequisite: 12 hours in WMST
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WMST 4490 - Special Topics in Women’s Studies 4 hrs
In-depth study of specialized topics chosen by instructor. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.
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WMST 4590 - Special Topics in Women’s Studies 5 hrs
In-depth study of specialized topics chosen by instructor. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.
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WMST 4690 - Special Topics in Women’s Studies 6 hrs
In-depth study of specialized topics chosen by instructor. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.
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