2020-2021 Catalog 
    
    May 01, 2024  
2020-2021 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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Fine Arts

  
  • FIN 105 - Fine Arts


    3 hours
    The topics covered include an examination of the elements and principles of art, study of the major periods of art and architecture, from the Egyptians to the present, and a survey of music and its development from medieval times to the present.
    GER: Humanities CS

French

  
  • FREN 101 - Elementary French I


    4 hours
    A comprehensive elementary course that includes grammar, pronunciation, oral practice, written composition, and culture. UG
  
  • FREN 102 - Elementary French II


    4 hours
    A continuation of FREN 101  with additional emphasis on reading. Prerequisite(s): FREN 101  or two years high school French. UG
  
  • FREN 211 - Intermediate French I


    3 hours
    A review of French grammar with emphasis on the application of rules of usage as the students develop their listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Prerequisite(s): FREN 102  or 3-4 years of high school French. UG
  
  • FREN 212 - Intermediate French II


    3 hours
    A continuation of Intermediate French I with increasing emphasis on the more complex aspects of French grammar. As in Intermediate French I, development of the listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills remains integral part of the course.
    GER: Modern Language. Prerequisite(s): FREN 211 . UG
  
  • FREN 325 - Francophone Culture and Civilization


    3 hours
    A survey of the history, geography, culture, and philosophy of the Francophone world as integral part of the Francophonie. Prerequisite(s): FREN 212  or consent of instructor. UG
  
  • FREN 342 - Advanced French Conversation


    3 hours
    The course is designed to focus on the students’ grammatical competence and communicative competence through the reading, presentations, and discussions of the contemporary topics. Prerequisite(s): FREN 325  or consent of instructor. UG

General Studies

  
  • GNS 200 - Career Portfolio Development


    3 hours
    GNS 200 will help students identify areas of learning they may want to have evaluated for college-level equivalency.  The course will also guide students through preparation and compilation of all components required for the evaluation of a portfolio or prior learning through LearningCounts.org. CS
  
  • GNST 093 - Basic Writing Skills


    3 hours
    Helps to diagnose and remediate deficiencies in grammar, usage, sentence structure, and writing. Introduces students to the writing process, promotes writing based on readings, and encourages writing confidence. Placement in this course is determined by the ACT English score. For students placed in this course, it is prerequisite to ENGL 109 - College Writing I . This course does not count in the grade point average calculation or toward the 128 hour graduation requirement. Four classroom/lab periods. UG
  
  • GNST 095 - Intermediate Algebra


    4 hours
    A second course in algebra covering the standard topics through systems of equations. Equivalent to the second year of high-school algebra. Prerequisite(s): Math ACT score of 14 or above, or passing a course in Basic Algebra. This course does not apply to degree requirements. UG
  
  • GNST 101 - Essentials of Learning


    3 hours
    A course of basic instructional guidance designed for students who do not meet regular admissions criteria. The course emphasizes effective study skills techniques and exposure to a variety of learning strategies appropriate for courses across the curriculum. In addition, the course emphasizes that study skills are also career and life-learning skills. UG
  
  • GNST 105 - Learning Success Strategies


    3 hours
    This course is an in-depth exposure to the principles of learning how to learn by using an interdisciplinary approach to the development of academic skills. Topics include learning theory, learning styles, organizational skills, motivation, accountability, and applied learning behaviors for learning across the curriculum. Students will evaluate their own academic performance and develop a personal academic success plan for improving their academic standing. This course is required for second semester freshman whose first semester grade point average does not meet the academic requirement of good standing (1.500 gpa). UG
  
  • GNST 110 - First Year Seminar


    1 hour
    A required seminar designed to introduce freshmen to the university learning experience and the mission of Olivet Nazarene University. This course also facilitates in the academic advising process. Activities include classroom instruction, academic convocations, and academic advising sessions. UG
  
  • GNST 300 - Academic Advising Assistantship


    1 hour
    A credit course for upper division students selected to assist as an adviser in the freshmen advising program.  Responsibilities consist of participation in an in-service workshop, one summer freshman orientation, and assistance in weekly freshman advising sessions.  Pass/Fail grading. UG

Geography

  
  • GEOG 480 - Research in Geography


    3 hours
    A research experience in the student’s area of interest in geography (e.g., Cultural/Human, Economic, Environmental, GIS/Remote Sensing/Cartography, Physical, Social Urban). Research will include library and/or laboratory and/or field work. UG
  
  • GEOG 490 - Internship in Geography


    3 hours
    An intern experience in the student’s area of interest in geography (e.g., Cultural/Human, Economic, Environmental, GIS/Remote Sensing/Cartography, Physical, Social/Urban). An internship may consist of project work and professional cooperation with public agencies (e.g., city, county, state, federal) or private corporations. UG

Geology

  
  • GEO 121 - Physical Geography


    3 hours
    A study of physical processes acting on the Earth’s surface, incorporating elements of geology, weather, climate, biology, soils, and oceanography, with an overview of physical regions of the United States, and an introduction to Geographic Information Systems and Global Positioning Systems.
    GER: Physical Science CS

History

  
  • HIS 210 - Western Civilization


    3 hours
    The course will survey the major themes of Western civilization and the contributions made by successive constituent civilizations beginning with the Greeks, Romans, and Jews. The course is designed to provide every student with a basic working knowledge of the major themes, trends, and figures in Western civilization.
    GER: Social Science CS
  
  • HIS 379 - Latin American History and Politics


    3 hours
    An overview of Latin American history, politics, economics, and culture. Major epochs and achievements of Latin American history are explored, along with Latin reaction to specific regions and countries that are engaging the global spread of democracy. Students will become acquainted with some of the dominant aspects of Latin culture.
    GER: Intercultural Understanding CS
  
  • HIST 200 - Western Civilization


    3 hours
    The course will survey the major themes of Western civilization and the contributions made by successive constituent civilizations beginning with the Greeks, Romans, and Jews. The course is designed to provide every student with a basic working knowledge of the major themes, trends, and figures in Western civilization.
    GER: Western Civilization. UG
  
  • HIST 215 - World Civilization I


    3 hours
    A survey of world history from the beginnings of written history in Mesopotamia, Egypt, India, and China to around AD 1500. Students will trace and analyze the political, social, technological, and religious themes. Course materials will also focus on the Mediterranean World and emphasize Western European cultural, political, social, and religious developments. UG
  
  • HIST 216 - World Civilization II


    3 hours
    A survey of world history from “the origins of global interdependence” AD 1500 to the 21st century with an emphasis on the growing world domination of Western European nations. Course materials will also highlight the ideas and progress of non-Western nations, and the interaction of these cultures with the rest of the world. UG
  
  • HIST 220 - Introduction to Law


    3 hours
    Formulated in an interdisciplinary way, this course provides students with a foundational understanding of the nature and function of law in the Anglo-American tradition. By studying the jurisprudential, historical, institutional, and professional dimensions of this legal tradition, students will gain a deep appreciation for America’s constitutional heritage premised on “higher law” principles, the nation’s commitment historically to the rule of law under God, and the central role of law in creating a just society in the modern era. UG
  
  • HIST 231 - American Civilization I


    3 hours
    Examines the basic political, social, economic, legal, intellectual, and religious trends in American history from the European explorations to the close of the Civil War (1865). UG
  
  • HIST 232 - American Civilization II


    3 hours
    Examines the basic political, social, economic, legal, intellectual, and religious trends in American history, from the close of the Civil War (1865) to the present. UG
  
  • HIST 280 - Law and Western Culture


    3 hours
    Same as PSCI 280 . UG
  
  • HIST 290 - Law, Justice, and Culture Institute


    3 hours
    Same as PSCI 290 . UG
  
  • HIST 315 - Federal Seminar


    1-3 hours
    Same as SSCI 315 . This course does not satisfy the requirement for American government for teacher education majors. UG
  
  • HIST 322 - The Greco-Roman World


    3 hours
    This course introduces students to the civilization of the ancient Mediterranean beginning with early Greek palace civilizations and concluding in the transitions of late antiquity at the collapse of the Western Roman Empire. Potential subjects of study include: the development of political communities, the creation of Classical culture, as well as the lasting influence of ancient Mediterranean philosophy and religion. UG
  
  • HIST 325 - Sports in American Society


    3 hours
    Examines the major economic, cultural, and social trends in American history through professional and amateur sports. Major treatment will be given to baseball, football, and boxing, as well as basketball, hockey, tennis, and golf. The focus will not be on sport history for its own sake, but, as the title suggests, on what sports reveal about the broader American experience (urbanization, mass media, and race relations, etc.) in a particular period. Prerequisite(s): one course from the History foundations core or permission of the instructor. UG
  
  • HIST 332 - The Middle Ages: Sword & Spirit


    3 hours
    This course explores the rise of Christendom, i.e. the Medieval consensus, on the European continent from late antiquity to the outbreak of the Black Death in the fourteenth century. Potential subjects of study include: the rise of both the Church and territorial kingdoms, the Chivalric and Crusading ethos, as well as the faith, literature, culture, and thought of the period. UG
  
  • HIST 340 - American Military History


    3 hours
    Same as MSCI 443 . UG
  
  • HIST 343 - Colonial/Revolutionary America


    3 hours
    This course examines the British North American colonies and the American Revolutionary War period. Students will analyze the different political, social, and economic components that contributed to the development of the colonies, caused the conflict with England, and influenced the various aspects of the Revolution. UG
  
  • HIST 348 - The US in the Cold War


    3 hours
    A study of modern America since World War I examining such issues as government and business, reform, political change, foreign relations, and the United States’ role in world politics. Major emphasis is placed on social change and race relations in the period since 1945. Offered alternate years. Prerequisite(s): HIST 231  or HIST 232 . UG
  
  • HIST 352 - Reformations: The World of Early Modern Europe


    3 hours
    This course examines unfolding transformations of self, soul, and mind in Early Modern Europe (c. 1350-1789). These transformations unfolded with the rise of Renaissance Humanism, the Shattering of Christendom with the Reformation, the outbreak of the Scientific Revolution, and culminated in the ordered rationalism of the Enlightenment. This course will attempt to uncover the connections between these transformations through the study of European faith, thought culture, and community. UG
  
  • HIST 353 - Jacksonian America


    3 hours
    Jacksonian America, 1812-1848, examines the rise of Andrew Jackson, interweaving the culture, political, and socio-economic movements that influenced and shaped the nation. Emphasis will also be placed on revolution, westward expansion (Manifest Destiny), controversy over slavery, and the development of political parties in American history. UG
  
  • HIST 357 - American Religious History


    3 hours
    Same as THEO 357 . UG
  
  • HIST 360 - History of Russia


    3 hours
    This course includes a survey of the history of Russia from the Kiev period to the election of Mikhail Gorbachev, and an intensive study of the social, political, and religious developments of the last decade. UG
  
  • HIST 362 - Europe from the Age of Revolutions to the Age of Extremes


    3 hours
    This course seeks to understand the creation of the modern world through the nineteenth and twentieth century European experience. Beginning with the political violence of the French Revolution and concluding with a contemplation of the current Age of Extremes, this course will wrestle with the advent and consequences of Industry, Nationalism, Empire, Global War, and Genocide. UG
  
  • HIST 368 - American Civil War


    3 hours
    A study of the causes, conduct, and outcomes of the Civil War between 1860 and 1874. The political, social, and military dimensions of the conflict, including the Reconstruction phase, will be covered. Offered alternate years. Prerequisite(s): HIST 231  or HIST 232 . UG
  
  • HIST 373 - Christian Courage in Public Life


    3 hours
    Same as PSCI 373 . UG
  
  • HIST 379 - The Developing World


    3 hours
    A critical historical analysis of the development of Third World countries in the modern period. Special focus is placed on the cultural and political response of developing countries in Asia to “the West” and to the general developmental problems of national growth and equity. This course will be taught each semester with a different regional focus, including Latin America, Asia, and Africa. The course may be repeated, but with a different topic.
    GER: Intercultural Understanding. UG
  
  • HIST 383 - Women’s History


    3 hours
    This course explores the historical experiences of women in the United States. Students will examine and debate the barriers, contributions, and achievements of women in American society from the colonial period through the 20th century. Topics will incorporate culture, race, class, and labor to provide a historical base for analyzing the struggles and ideologies of women’s contemporary status. UG
  
  • HIST 385 - Selected Topics in History


    3 hours
    This course is a history/political science course in which the professor or professors choose a topic, event, or development and structure a one-time course around that specific interest. The topic will be given in the schedule of courses when the course is offered. Prerequisite(s): one foundational course in History or permission of instructor. UG
  
  • HIST 390 - Historiography


    4 hours
    A study of the craft of the historian and social scientist, including traditional schools of interpretations; comparison of Judeo-Christian philosophies of history with past and present secular philosophies; and the exploration of the impact of philosophy on conceptualization, compilation, and writing in the social sciences. The course will also involve the preparation of a proposal for the senior thesis. Prerequisite(s): 9 hours of upper division (300/400 level) history or political science, or approval of instructor. UG
  
  • HIST 420 - The U.S. & the Plains Indians


    3 hours
    Course examines the relationship between the U.S. government and the Plains Indians between 1860 and 1890. More specifically, it surveys the events which preceded the Battle of Little Bighorn, carefully treats the battle itself, and finally considers the aftermath of the battle, which culminated in the tragedy at Wounded Knee. Structured as a colloquium, the course involves a heavy reading load and literature review; it is designed for upper division history majors, particularly those with an interest in graduate school. UG
  
  • HIST 430 - American Social/Intellectual History


    3 hours
    Surveys the major intellectual trends in American thought from the colonial period to the present. The subject matter will be organized both chronologically and topically around the following themes: Puritanism/ atheism and the Enlightenment; secularization of American thought in the colonial period; Romanticism and Naturalism in the 19th century; and Modernism in the 20th century. Offered alternate years. Prerequisite(s): two semesters of either American Civilization or Western Civilization or permission of instructor. UG
  
  • HIST 447 - American Constitutional Law


    3 hours
    Same as PSCI 447 . UG
  
  • HIST 465 - American Heritage of Religious Liberty


    3 hours
    Same as PSCI 465 . UG
  
  • HIST 471 - Senior Seminar in History


    2 hours
    Same as SSCI 471 . Prerequisite(s): HIST 390 . UG
  
  • HIST 490 - History Internship


    1-6 hours
    Same as PSCI 490 . UG
  
  • HIST 494 - Readings in History


    1-4 hours
    Self-study of historical readings under faculty direction in an area of special interest. Suggested for seniors and qualified juniors with a major in History/Political Science. All other students must secure the approval of the instructor. No more than four hours of credit may be earned through readings in History and Political Science combined. UG

Honors

  
  • HONR 110 - Exploring Faith and Humanity


    3 hours
    First course in a four course sequence that focuses on the broad theme of “What Does It Mean to be Human?” This course introduces Honors students to interdisciplinary learning. Each faculty cohort selects novel topics for interdisciplinary, team-taught sessions. This course, along with the other three core honors courses, substitutes for COMM 105 , ENGL 208 /ENGL 209 /ENGL 210 , PHED 190 , and THEO 110 . UG
  
  • HONR 150 - Human Disciplines


    3 hours
    Second course in a four course sequence that focuses on the broad theme of “What Does It Mean to be Human?” This course, along with the three other Honors core courses, substitutes for COMM 105 , ENGL 208 /ENGL 209 /ENGL 210 , PHED 190 , and THEO 110 . UG
  
  • HONR 200 - Humanity and Outside Influences


    3 hours
    Third course in a four course sequence that focuses on the broad theme of “What does it mean to be human?” Each faculty cohort selects novel topics for interdisciplinary, team-taught sessions. This course, along with the other three core Honors courses, substitutes for COMM 105 , ENGL 208 /ENGL 209 /ENGL 210 , PHED 190 , and THEO 110 . UG
  
  • HONR 255 - Issues in Society


    3 hours
    Fourth course in a four course sequence that focuses on the broad theme of “What does it mean to be human?” Each faculty cohort selects novel topics for interdisciplinary, team-taught sessions. This course, along with the other three core Honors courses, substitutes for COMM 105 , ENGL 208 /ENGL 209 /ENGL 210 , PHED 190 , and THEO 110 . UG
  
  • HONR 500 - Honors Research Project


    0-6 hours
    An independent, in-depth examination of a topic or creative effort in the major field of study, supervised by a faculty mentor. Project may be in area of interest within or outside the major discipline or an interdisciplinary topic. It may involve an internship or study abroad experience. Students in the Honors program must enroll in HONR 500 each semester and must complete a total of six credit hours. Prerequisite(s): successful completion of HONR 110 , HONR 150 , 250 and 260. UG

Human Service Leadership

  
  • HSL 411 - Missional Leadership for Human Service Organizations


    3 hours
    Learners in this course will gain knowledge of how human services (specifically within missional leadership communities) emerged. The course will examine various forces that influenced the model; implementation of missional leadership; public/private partnership governance and funding models; and policies which influence attitudes toward missional leadership. The five-day practicum is conducted in partnership with The Salvation Army Urban Mission Center.  Participants will gain an in-depth study of missional leadership.  Participants will identify needs to be met and how they are met as a result of community resources mapping. CS
  
  • HSL 433 - Caseworker Certification Intervention and Direct Services


    3 hours
    This course provides an Overview and working knowledge of The Salvation Army Casework Model of Intervention and Direct Services. Working on behalf of The Salvation Army requires an understanding both of the history of that organization as well as the principles by which it shaped its social ministry and continues that ministry in 128 countries today. This module sets forth that history, including the historical events and theological commitments that account for the advancement of The Salvation Army into social ministries. The guiding principles for The Salvation Army’s social ministry will also be examined. CS
  
  • HSL 543A & B - Life Coaching


    6 hours
    This course leverages proven and fundamental building blocks of effective coaching in order to help others clarify personal and relational goals with insight and focus, develop a highly customized and proactive path for success, and achieve an actionable plan for positive outcomes with pragmatic results. This course introduces students to the building blocks of coaching and includes course modules on communicating effectively, facilitating learning, and generating results. CS
  
  • HSL 544 - Marriage and Family


    3 hours
    This course provides proven strategies for coaching families by understanding the family system, preparing for marriage, developing ways to sustain marriage, and creating a healthy environment for children. CS
  
  • HSL 545 - Executive Coaching


    3 hours
    This course provides proven strategies for executive coaching by helping other understand one’s call in life, understand organizational culture, develop ways to improve teamwork, and leading change. CS
  
  • HSL 546 - Intercultural Competence


    3 hours
    This course provides the framework for understanding oneself in order to communicate and interact appropriately in a diverse world. CS

Intercultural

  
  • INT 611 - Culture Awareness


    3 hours
    Through self-assessment and readings, this course provides the framework for understanding oneself in order to communicate and interact appropriately in a diverse world. GR
  
  • INT 621 - Geography of Thought


    3 hours
    This course provides insight into how differing ecologies, social structures, philosophies and educational systems impact the way in which we see and make sense of our world. GR
  
  • INT 631 - Cross Cultural Management Skills


    3 hours
    The increase in globalization has heightened organizational awareness of cross cultural differences and increased the demand for employees with the ability to manage effectively across multiple cultures. In this course, the context of global business, and its intersection with faith, ethics, religion, values, leadership, human resources, and organizational design are explored. Also, the skills to manage relevant cultural, political, legal, regulatory, economic, socioeconomic forces are applied to a challenge selected by the student for an organization to enter a new country. GR

Leadership

  
  • LEAD 200 - Introduction to Leadership Studies


    3 hours
    Provides an introduction and overview of major theories of leadership, tracing the development of important and sometimes contradictory ideas of leadership spanning from classical to our contemporary era, including an introduction to a Christian theology of leadership. This course includes self-assessments and introduces the leadership challenge. UG
  
  • LEAD 235 - Teambuilding and Leadership


    3 hours
    Same as COMM 235 . UG
  
  • LEAD 400 - Leadership Capstone


    3 hours
    In this capstone course, students provide reflection and draw leadership connections from their chosen electives and articulate a position of how they may implement distinctively Christian servant leadership within their personal and professional lives and as a citizen within society. Attention is given to studying contributions of servant leaders (historical and contemporary) including interaction with special speakers. Special emphasis is given to integrating concepts of servant leadership within the context of everyday decision-making. In this course, students complete their leadership portfolios. UG

Literature

  
  • LIT 105 - Literature Appreciation


    3 hours
    An introduction to literature, including the imaginative genres of poetry, fiction, and drama. Selections include works from around the world, including those from non-western and third-world cultures, writers of both genders, and writers of various philosophical stances. Focuses on an appreciation of and critical thought about literature.
    GER: Literature. Prerequisite(s): “C-” or above in ENGL 109 . UG
  
  • LIT 211 - British Literature I


    3 hours
    A survey of representative authors, works and literary forms from Anglo-Saxon times through the British Renaissance. Offered fall of even years. Prerequisite(s): “C-” or above in ENGL 109 . UG
  
  • LIT 212 - British Literature II


    3 hours
    A survey of representative authors, works and literary forms from the British Restoration through the twenty-first century. Offered fall of odd years. Prerequisite(s): “C-” or above in ENGL 109 . UG
  
  • LIT 225 - Literary Theory


    3 hours
    This course serves as an introduction to the philosophical foundations and practical application of literary theory. It includes a study of the major works, movements, and practitioners of literary criticism from Plato to the present. Students will explore several literary texts in order to apply the various critical approaches through discussion and writing. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 109  and ENGL 125 . UG
  
  • LIT 242 - The Short Story


    3 hours
    This course introduces students to the short story as a literary form. Selections include works from diverse authors from the US, Britain, and around the world. Develops an appreciation of and critical thought about the genre of short stories.
    GER: Literature. Prerequisite(s): “C-” or above in ENGL 109 . UG
  
  • LIT 244 - The Novel


    3 hours
    This course introduces students to the novel as a literary form. Selections include works from diverse authors from the US, Britain, and around the world. Develops an appreciation of and critical thought about the genre of novels.
    GER: Literature. Prerequisite(s): “C-” or above in ENGL 109 . UG
  
  • LIT 246 - Poetry


    3 hours
    This course introduces students to poetry as a literary form. Selections include works from diverse authors from the US, Britain, and around the world. Develops an appreciation of and critical thought about the genre of poetry.
    GER: Literature. Prerequisite(s): “C-” or above in ENGL 109 . UG
  
  • LIT 248 - Drama


    3 hours
    This course introduces students to drama as a literary form. Selections include works from diverse authors from the US, Britain, and around the world. Develops an appreciation of and critical thought about the genre of drama.
    GER: Literature. Prerequisite(s): “C-” or above in ENGL 109 . UG
  
  • LIT 255 - Survey of American Literature


    3 hours
    A survey of American literature from the colonial times to the present. Attention given to various genres, including works by authors of both genders, diverse backgrounds, and various philosophical stances. Offered spring semester. Prerequisite(s): “C-” or above in ENGL 109 . UG
  
  • LIT 315 - Multiethnic Literature


    3 hours
    This course examines the literature of ethnic minorities in the United States, including African American, Asian, Asian American, Hispanic American, and Native American. In addition to studying primary works of literature, students will investigate the cultural, social, and political contexts of the literature. Students will conduct literary research that will result in a substantial research project/paper.
    GER: Intercultural Understanding. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 125  or 200-level LIT course. UG
  
  • LIT 340 - Classical Literature


    3 hours
    This course examines the literature of ancient time periods from different cultures around the world, including the ancient Mediterranean, Near-Eastern, Egyptian, Hebrew, and Greek. Students will explore genres that characterize these cultures while reading the texts within their cultural and social context. Students will examine common philosophical themes through the exploration of foundational texts of different, early civilizations. Students will conduct literary research that will result in a substantial research project/paper.
    GER: Literature. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 125  or 200-level LIT course. UG
  
  • LIT 342 - Postmodern Literature


    3 hours
    This course examines the literature of postmodernism as defined in literary and artistic circles through an exploration of significant literary texts from different world cultures of the twentieth and twenty-first century. We will also explore the particular influence of philosophical, political, religious, and social issues upon the selected texts as we seek to understand the unique perspective and contribution of this literature. Students will conduct literary research that will result in a substantial research project/paper. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 125  or 200-level LIT course. UG
  
  • LIT 344 - Global Literature


    3 hours
    This course examines literature from around the globe, including from Africa, Asia, and Central and South America. In addition to studying primary works of literature, students will investigate the cultural, social, and political contexts of the literature. Students will conduct literary research that will result in a substantial research project/paper. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 125  or 200-level LIT course. UG
  
  • LIT 352 - Early American Literature


    3 hours
    This course examines the literature of early America, from native inhabitants and early settlers through the American experience of the Civil War. Students will explore the genres that characterize these time periods while reading the texts within their cultural and social contexts. Students will conduct literary research that will result in a substantial research project/paper. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 125  or 200-level LIT course. UG
  
  • LIT 354 - Modern American Literature


    3 hours
    This course examines American literature from after the Civil War through the present. Students will explore the genres that characterize these time periods while reading the texts within their cultural and social contexts. Students will conduct literary research that will result in a substantial research project/paper. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 125  or 200-level LIT course. UG
  
  • LIT 364 - Dramatic Literature/History


    3 hours
    Same as COMM 364 . UG
  
  • LIT 370 - Early British Literature


    3 hours
    This course examines British literature from Anglo-Saxon time period to the Restoration. Students will explore the genres that characterize these time periods while reading the texts within their cultural and social contexts. Students will conduct literary research that will result in a substantial research project/paper. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 125  or 200-level LIT course. UG
  
  • LIT 372 - Modern British Literature


    3 hours
    This course examines British literature beginning with the Restoration to the present. Students will explore the genres that characterize these time periods, while reading the texts within their cultural and social contexts. Students will conduct literary research that will result in a substantial research project/paper. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 125  or 200-level LIT course. UG
  
  • LIT 414 - Special Topics in Literature


    3 hours
    This course is designed to study a selected genre, literary topic, or author not ordinarily covered in other literature courses. The content of the course will vary from semester to semester. Students will conduct literary research and apply literary theory to texts, resulting in a substantial, conference-ready research project/paper. May be repeated for credit. Topic must be different. Offered every year in alternate semesters. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 125  or 200-level LIT course. UG
  
  • LIT 470 - Shakespeare


    3 hours
    This course examines the works of William Shakespeare. In addition to studying a variety of his plays and poems, students will investigate the cultural, social, political, and religious contexts of Shakespeare. Students will conduct literary research and apply literary theory to texts, resulting in a substantial, conference-ready research project/paper. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 125  or 200-level LIT course. UG

Mathematics

  
  • MATH 103 - Mathematics for the Liberal Arts


    3 hours
    A general liberal arts mathematics course intended to introduce the student to several diverse areas of applications of mathematics. Three or four of the following five topics will be covered in some depth: finance, graph theory, voting and apportionment, probability, and statistics. Prerequisite(s): GNST 095 , a Math ACT score of 19 or SAT Math score of 510 or above. UG
  
  • MATH 111 - Mathematics for Teachers I


    3 hours
    Set notation and operations, number systems, and other bases. Special attention is given to whole numbers, integers, rational numbers, and real numbers. Properties of the fundamental operations of arithmetic are studied. Prerequisite(s): GNST 095 , a Math ACT score of 19 or SAT Math score of 510 or above. This course does not satisfy the general education Mathematics requirement unless MATH 112  is also satisfactorily completed. UG
  
  • MATH 112 - Mathematics for Teachers II


    3 hours
    A continuation of MATH 111 . Topics studied will include geometry (shapes, congruence, relationships, constructions, Pythagorean theorem, symmetries, etc.), measurement (linear, area, volume, angles), elementary probability, and graphical data displays. Prerequisite(s): MATH 111  or consent of the instructor. UG
  
  • MATH 114 - Statistics for Teachers


    2 hours
    A continuation of MATH 112 .  Topics studied will include basic descriptive statistics, random variables, the normal distribution, sampling distributions, confidence intervals and hypothesis testing of means and proportions with one sample problems, along with regression and correlation. Prerequisite(s): MATH 112 . UG
  
  • MATH 116 - College Algebra for Teachers


    2 hours
    A continuation of MATH 112 .  The topics studied will include linear and absolute value equations and inequalities, polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic equations, function operations and composition, systems of equations, and conic sections. Prerequisite(s): MATH 112 . UG
  
  • MATH 117 - Finite Mathematics with Business Applications


    3 hours
    An introduction to finite mathematics with applications in business and management areas. Constructing and using linear models, matrices, solving linear systems of equations, linear programming, probability, and expected value. Prerequisite(s): GNST 095 , a Math ACT score of 19 or SAT Math score of 510 or above. UG
  
  • MATH 120 - Introduction to Statistics


    3 hours
    An introduction to statistics including basic descriptive statistics, probability, the normal distribution, hypothesis testing with one and two sample problems, regression, and correlation. MATH 120  and MATH 241  cannot both be taken for credit. Prerequisite(s): GNST 095 , a Math ACT score of 19 or SAT Math score of 510 or above. UG
  
  • MATH 131 - Algebra and Trigonometry


    4 hours
    Binomial expansion, inequalities, complex numbers, function notation, and logarithms; trigonometric functions, graphs, identities, and equations; laws of sines and cosines. Prerequisite(s): GNST 095  with a minimum grade of C-, a Math ACT score of 19 or SAT Math score of 510 or above. UG
  
  • MATH 132 - Trigonometry


    2 hours
    Trigonometric functions, graphs, identities, solving trigonometric equations, laws of sines and cosines, and DeMoivre’s theorem. Prerequisite(s): A course in College Algebra, GNST 095  with a minimum grade of C-, a Math ACT score of 19 or SAT Math score of 510 or above. MATH 131  and MATH 132  cannot both be taken for credit. MATH 132  is the second half of MATH 131 . UG
  
  • MATH 137 - Applied Calculus


    3 hours
    An introduction to the calculus of elementary functions of one variable, with an emphasis on conceptual understanding and applications in Business and Life Sciences. A review of algebra, differentiation and its applications, applications of calculus with exponential and logarithmic functions, and integration and its applications. Prerequisite(s): GNST 095 , a Math ACT score of 19 or SAT Math score of 510 or above. UG
  
  • MATH 147 - Calculus I


    4 hours
    An introduction to the calculus of one variable with associated analytic geometry. A review of selected topics from algebra, limits, continuity, derivatives and applications, indefinite integration with applications, the definite integral, and the fundamental theorem of calculus. Prerequisite(s): completion of a pre-calculus course that includes trigonometry and an ACT math score of 24 or SAT Math score of 580 or higher is required, 26 or higher is recommended, MATH 131 , or consent of the instructor. UG
 

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