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POLS 382 - Economics of Social Justice
3 Credits
This course examines the theoretical underpinnings of social justice and critically examines the conceptualization of economic justice. Topics include the disconnection as well as convergence of economic and social justice, income inequality, access to health, education, gender issues, and the implications of technology in the United States. Cross-listed with ECON 382 - Economics of Social Justice .
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POLS 390 - Children and the Law
3 Credits
This course develops an understanding of the legal issues that impact children in society. The course focus is on an examination of children’s legal issues in the U.S. and globally. Topics will include: the relationships between the child, parent, and state. Emphasis will be placed on the rights of minors and on humanitarian approaches to child welfare, educational law, family law, juvenile justice, and other legal issues in working with children and adolescents. Cross-listed with SOCW 390 - Children and the Law .
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POLS 424 - Public Policy Analysis
3 Credits
An introduction to the basic principles and concepts of policy analysis. Policy evaluation is considered as a way of solving problems and designing proposals. A variety of public policy case studies will be considered.
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POLS 485 - Internship
3-15 Credits
Participation in the Connecticut General Assembly Legislative Intern Program. Interns selected on a competitive basis. Other opportunities for field experience available in federal and state agencies and local governments.
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POLS 490 - American Health Care Policy
3 Credits
This capstone course for Public Health will review the history of health care in America, concentrating on current public health policies (Medicaid, Medicare). Emphasis will be placed on the parties that shapes health care policies (insurance, providers, consumers, the food and drug industries, and federal and state governments). Consideration will be given to the ethical and political problems posed by health care issues such as affordability, substandard preventative care, class and gender inequities, and bureaucracy. Cross-listed with PUBH 490 - American Health Care Policy .
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POLS 495 - Directed Reading, Independent Study, or Special Project
1-12 Credits
Student selects topic of interest for a project mentored by a faculty member.
Prerequisite(s): Approval by faculty advisor.
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PPOA 405 - Financial Aspects of Conservatorship/Guardianship
3 Credits
This courses analyzes the key processes involved in guardianship of the estate; decision-making (substituted judgment versus best interests) regarding income and property, asset management planning, annual financial accounting, and entitlement housing, energy, and education/training assistance social programs). Recommended: MGMT 205 - Personal Financial Literacy
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PPOA 425 - The Law as it Applies to the Elderly and Disabled
3 Credits
This course provides an introduction to the basic concepts of elder law and disability law from a sociological perspective. Emphasis is placed on programs available for the elderly and disabled in areas such as health care (Medicare, Medicaid, long-term care insurance), housing (retirement communities, assisted living, home equity conversion, nursing homes), estate and personal planning for incapacitation, autonomy and the right to refuse treatment, end of life issues, and conservatorship.
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PPOA 430 - Conservatorship/Guardianship
3 Credits
An introduction to the basic concepts of conservatorship in the Connecticut Probate system and a detailed overview of the workings of the Connecticut Probate Courts. Emphasis is placed on finding employment in the system as a court-appointed conservator.
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PPOA 485 - Service and Activism Internship
6 Credits
Supervised work in public or community service with emphasis on practical application of social science theories to social and political change and problem-solving. Permission of instructor required.
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PPOA 486 - Conservatorship/Guardianship Internship
6 Credits
Supervised work in conservatorship/guardianship with emphasis on practical application of best practices in guardianship of the person and guardianship of the estate. Permission of instructor required.
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PPOA 499 - Coordinating Seminar
3 Credits
A seminar for Public Policy and Affairs majors during their last semester senior year. It will explore significant issues, topics, and perspectives in public policy that are not included in the regular curriculum. The seminar will offer a summation of the major course topics in review and preparation for the required comprehensive exam.
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PSYC 100 - Introductory Psychology
3 Credits
An introduction to the study of behavior and mental processes. Topics such as learning, human development, and psychopathology will be examined in light of scientific method. This course or PSYC 190 - Introduction to Psychological Research is a prerequisite for all other Psychology courses. (LAS)
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PSYC 190 - Introduction to Psychological Research
3 Credits
This Honors course takes an experiential and research-based approach to the study of core psychological areas such as the biological bases of behavior, sensation and perception, emotion, psychopathology and social psychology. Using primary sources such as seminal research articles and texts by major psychological theorists, students learn to analyze the strengths and challenges of psychological research. Students will conduct, analyze, present and evaluate small research studies as their culminating project. This course or PSYC 100 - Introductory Psychology is a prerequisite for all other Psychology courses. (LAS)
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PSYC 201 - Critical Writing and Research in the Social Sciences
3 Credits
The fundamentals of researching and writing a Social Sciences research paper using the American Psychological Association style. Students learn to locate and interpret scholarly research material such as journal articles, texts, and credible websites and to produce a fully developed paper that presents their research findings and conclusions. (LAS) (WR)
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 100 - Introductory Psychology or PSYC 190 - Introduction to Psychological Research
Other: Psychology majors only.
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PSYC 209 - Career Development and Prior Learning
3 Credits
This course provides a foundation for students to begin assessing their life-learning experiences, relate those experiences to college-level learning, and articulate that learning for course equivalent credit. An introduction to adult learning theories fosters students’ understanding of their own learning preferences and styles, and enables them to connect past learning experiences to future educational and career goals. Students will develop:
- Prior Learning Assessment
- Personal learning philosophy paper that is grounded in readings, personal reflection, and additional research, and is written in APA style. (LAS) (WR)
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 100 - Introductory Psychology or PSYC 190 - Introduction to Psychological Research
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PSYC 210 - Motivation and Leadership in Sports
3 Credits
The principles of motivation, the importance of leadership and the different psychological skills athletes can use to improve performance. Cross-listed with SPST 210 - Motivation & Leadership in Sports .
Prerequisite(s): or
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PSYC 235 - Social Psychology
3 Credits
Examines how people think, influence, and relate to one another in social settings; how behaviors affect attitudes (and vice versa), conformity, obedience, prejudice, aggression, altruism, persuasion, and group influence. (LAS)
Prerequisite(s): or
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PSYC 236 - Cross-Cultural Psychology
3 Credits
An overview of the theoretical approaches, research methods and subject matter of cross-cultural psychology. The assumptions of mainstream Western psychological researchers are critiqued from the standpoint of studies conducted in non-European and American contexts. Students will learn to distinguish those traits that are universal across all cultures from those that are culture-specific. (LAS)
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 100 - Introductory Psychology or PSYC 190 - Introduction to Psychological Research
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PSYC 238 - Human Development Through the Lifespan
3 Credits
Development of the human being throughout the lifespan from conception to old age. Considering the life cycle as a whole, reviews the physical, cognitive, and psychosocial dimensions of each stage of human life. Special emphasis on the significance of human diversity and its implications for research, theory, and practice. (LAS)
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 100 - Introductory Psychology or PSYC 190 - Introduction to Psychological Research
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PSYC 242 - Psychology of Adulthood and Aging
3 Credits
An in-depth study of the developmental issues unique to this phase of the human lifecycle. The main focus is adult experiences of love, sexuality, marriage, career management, friendship, family, child care, spirituality, and religion, the aging process, and the psychology of death and dying. (LAS)
Prerequisite(s): or
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PSYC 245 - Contemporary Issues in Psychology
3 Credits
An extensive critical inquiry into one or more of the current areas of advanced research or debate in Psychology, for example: introduction to school psychology. May be repeated for credit in different topics. (LAS)
Prerequisite(s): or
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PSYC 247 - Introduction to Autism Spectrum Disorders
3 Credits
The student will gain an overview and understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorders and related co-morbid disorders. Students will learn and apply research-supported strategies for enhancing client skills and intervening with problem behaviors. They will also be introduced to current trends and research in the field. (LAS)
Prerequisite(s): or
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PSYC 248 - Contemporary Issues in Psychology II
3 Credits
Offered on a rotating basis dependent on instructor availability. Extensive inquiry into current areas of advanced research or debate in psychology. Topics include women at midlife (WS), psychology goes to Hollywood, psychology of art, psychology of fear, and sleep and dreams. (LAS)
Prerequisite(s): or
Other: Some topics may meet other general education requirements.
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PSYC 249 - Forensic Psychology
3 Credits
The practice of forensic psychology with emphasis on the exploration of biological, psychological, social, and environmental causes of criminal behavior. The class will explore the roles of forensic psychologists, criminal profilers, capital punishment, sexual predators, the death penalty, and domestic violence. (LAS) (VE)
Prerequisite(s): or
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PSYC 250 - Psychology of Women
3 Credits
An introduction to the major theories and concepts of the psychology of gender through examination of classic and contemporary research on gender roles, stereotyping, and discrimination. Examines sex differences in development with a special emphasis on women’s intellectual development. (LAS) (WS)
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 100 Introductory Psychology or PSYC 190 Introduction to Psychological Research
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PSYC 253 - Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences
3 Credits
Survey of basic descriptive and inferential statistics. Emphasis on those concepts necessary for dealing with and understanding quantitative aspects of behavioral sciences and education. Includes basic definitions, nature of distributions, samplings, standardized scores, correlation, regression, and hypothesis testing. Emphasis on the use of the actual procedures for the analysis of data. (LAS) (QR)
Prerequisite(s): or
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PSYC 255 - Political Psychology
3 Credits
How citizens’ and public officials’ attitudes, values, beliefs, experiences, and cognitive capacities shape political behavior and influence the actions of political institutions. Topics include political socialization, political personality, attitude formation and change - including the effects of media and campaigning - and political decision-making. Cross-listed with . (LAS) (AE)
Prerequisite(s): or or permission of instructor
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PSYC 258 - Victimology
3 Credits
This course introduces students to the experience of viewing crime from the perspective of the victim. Critical reflections on the readings, discussions, and speakers will foster an understanding of moral and ethical considerations in the field; as well as of the impact crime has on society. (LAS)
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 100 - Introductory Psychology or PSYC 190 - Introduction to Psychological Research
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PSYC 261 - Statistics and Research Methods for the Behavioral Sciences I
4 Credits
Survey of descriptive statistics and research methods in the behavioral sciences and education. Statistical concepts include frequency distributions, standardized scores, probability, and hypothesis testing. This course examines factors that contribute to competent research designs and evaluation of existing research. Students will design a research project and complete a proposal for the project in APA style. (LAS) (WR)
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 100 - Introductory Psychology or PSYC 190 - Introduction to Psychological Research
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PSYC 300 - Brain and Behavior
3 Credits
An exploration of the neurophysiological foundations of human behavior and consciousness. Topics include the organization and structure of the nervous system, principles of brain functioning, and the sensory and motor systems. The course also considers assessment issues and the applications of research findings to diagnosis and treatment of psychopathology. (LAS)
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 100 - Introductory Psychology or PSYC 190 - Introduction to Psychological Research and junior or senior status
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PSYC 311 - Art Therapy: An Introduction
3 Credits
Survey of the history of art therapy and introduction to available literature. Exploration of use of art therapy with children, adolescents, and aging patients. Experience in using art as communication, diagnosis, expression, and self-exploration. (LAS) (HE)
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 100 - Introductory Psychology or PSYC 190 - Introduction to Psychological Research or permission of instructor
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PSYC 327 - The People, Culture, Policies and Programs of the Netherlands
3 Credits
This joint HAN University/University of Saint Joseph embedded summer course for students in the professional programs includes an on-campus component during the spring semester, followed by a two-week summer study trip to the Netherlands. The course offers students the opportunity to gain first-hand experience of Dutch culture, understand the impact of globalization on Dutch culture and policies, and meet their Dutch student counterparts. They will also visit a variety of Dutch schools, social service agencies and health care facilities related to their major area of study. (LAS) (GI)
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 100 - Introductory Psychology or PSYC 190 - Introduction to Psychological Research and minimum cumulative GPA 2.75 and have completed at least three semesters of collegiate study
Other: Application process required. Additional fee required.
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PSYC 330 - Criminal Justice and Mental Health
3 Credits
This course has been designed to examine and provide critical evaluation of the major biological, psychiatric, and psychological explanations of crime and criminal behavior. The focus will be on understanding criminal behavior through scientific and psychological study. Students will consider concepts and theories involving biochemical imbalances, biogenetics, social learning, environment, cognitive and moral development, and mental disorders. Additional attention will be directed toward the psychological explanation of behaviors such as aggression and violence, impulsivity crimes, and more heinous crimes such as homicide and sexual offenses. (LAS) (VE)
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 100 - Introductory Psychology or PSYC 190 - Introduction to Psychological Research and PSYC 249 - Forensic Psychology or PSYC 258 - Victimology and PSYC 368 - Psychopathology
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PSYC 345 - Lost Voices in Psychology
3 Credits
An inquiry into differing perspectives on the history of psychology. The topic is examined from a mainstream perspective, a women’s perspective, and the perspective of ethnic minorities. Students are asked to critically examine the past and present of the field of psychology and how the field reflected and reflects broader societal trends. (LAS)
Prerequisite(s): PSYC 100 - Introductory Psychology or PSYC 190 - Introduction to Psychological Research
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PSYC 368 - Psychopathology
3 Credits
Examination of mental disorders as defined in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders; criteria of normality/abnormality; defining and diagnosing mental disorders. (LAS)
Prerequisite(s): 9 credits in Psychology and junior or senior status
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PSYC 430 - Field Study - Children and Adolescents
3-6 Credits
Integration and application of principles and understandings of development in supervised fieldwork with children or adolescents in an applied setting.
Prerequisite(s): 9 semester hours in Psychology including PSYC 100 - Introductory Psychology or PSYC 190 - Introduction to Psychological Research and one development course, and a minimum 2.50 GPA, and permission of instructor.
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PSYC 431 - Field Study - Adulthood and Aging
3-6 Credits
Integration and application of the principles and understandings of the psychology of adulthood and aging in supervised fieldwork in an applied setting.
Prerequisite(s): 9 semester hours in Psychology including PSYC 100 - Introductory Psychology or PSYC 190 - Introduction to Psychological Research and one developmental course, and a minimum 2.50 GPA, and permission of instructor. Open only to Psychology majors/minors.
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PSYC 499 - Coordinating Seminar
3 Credits
The capstone intellectual experience of the Psychology major. Students examine, analyze, and evaluate controversial issues in psychology using critical thinking skills and knowledge acquired throughout the program.
Prerequisite(s): Open only to Psychology Majors with senior status
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PUBH 101 - Introduction to Public Health
3 Credits
This course provides an introduction to public health concepts and practice by examining the philosophy, purpose, history, organization, function, tools, activities and results of public health practice. The course will focus on basic material related to these foundations of public health: What is public health, analytical methods of public health, population-based approach of public health, social and behavioral factors in health, environmental issues, medical care and public health, and the future of public health.
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PUBH 107 - Introduction to Health Informatics
3 Credits
By focusing on public health data retrieval, this course introduces students to various online public data resources to help them successfully find solutions to health-related information needs. Students are also expected to use health-related software for data analysis, and to develop basic knowledge about computer structure and information systems. (IT)
Prerequisite(s): No prerequisites, but MATH 110 - Elementary Statistics preferred
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PUBH 201 - Introduction to Global and Multicultural Health
3 Credits
This course explores the global and multicultural health factors that explain the unequal distribution of health and disease in the world. The course will begin with an introduction to the language of global health: the burden of disease, epidemiology, cost-effectiveness, and health systems. It will focus on the effect of globalization on social and scientific consequences in public health. Class topics will include the relationship between global stressors such as extreme weather, war, economics, urbanization and living conditions and their effects on the population’s health, the spread of infectious and chronic diseases, and nutrition and environmental health. One of the indicators of global and population health is reproductive health. Women’s health will be examined and compared by country. (GI)
Prerequisite(s): PUBH 101 - Introduction to Public Health
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PUBH 301 - Social and Behavioral Health
3 Credits
This course examines behavioral, psychological, sociological, and anthropological determinants of health behavior across communities. Students will learn the importance of recognizing the contributions of social and behavioral science research and practice to enhance public health. Emphasis on the presentation, critical analysis and the description of different health behavior theories used in health promotion education, research and intervention applications.
Prerequisite(s): PUBH 101 - Introduction to Public Health
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PUBH 320 - Research Methods
3 Credits
This course provides an introduction to research study design and data collection. The course will include qualitative and quantitative research methods, as well as mixed methods and community-based participatory research using examples from a variety of health topics. Specifically, we will discuss the steps involved and methodology behind conducting a literature review, the basic tools for hypothesis generation, conducting qualitative research, how to measure health outcomes, constructing questionnaires, and quantitative data collection methods. We will also discuss ethical issues when conducting research. We will focus on evaluation of interventions, including formative, process, and outcome evaluations of health care initiatives and community level interventions. Throughout the semester, students will complete a variety of exercises designed to gain experience with qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis methods. Students will build skills for conducting research and evaluation.
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PUBH 325 - Epidemics in World History
3 Credits
Examination of the impact of infectious diseases in world history as seen in religion and culture, political, social, economic and health structures and policies, European empire building, and global interdependencies and inequalities. Historical epidemics examined might include plague, smallpox, syphilis, cholera, tuberculosis, yellow fever, malaria and AIDS. Cross-listed with HIST 325 - Epidemics in World History . (LAS) (GI)
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PUBH 390 - Special Topics in Public Health
3 Credits
The presentation of a topic not currently offered in the program.
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PUBH 401 - Health Care Coordination Seminar
3 Credits
Millions of American suffer from chronic health conditions that require care from several doctors, facilities, and caretakers, often over many years. At the same time, health insurance companies, the government, and individuals spend billions of dollars yearly on health care services without optimum health outcomes. Often, patient care is uncoordinated. This seminar will help prepare students to address the skills they need to act as an educator, liaison and advocate for patients and their families to reduce health disparities and promote health. Seminar topics will include: health care planning and documentation; researching community resources; patient privacy issues, ethics and HIPAA. Guest speakers will be invited to share their expertise.
Prerequisite(s): Enrollment in the Health Care Coordination certificate; PUBH 101 - Introduction to Public Health ; PUBH 301 - Social and Behavioral Health OR NUTR 245 - Health Promotion Strategies ; and SOCW 300 - Social Welfare Policy
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PUBH 420 - Managing in a Non-Profit Organization
3 Credits
This class examines the diverse and dynamic field of non-profit management with an emphasis on how entry-level workers might navigate in this unique organizational form. Students will review the historical context for non-profits including the rise of non-profit organizations, how non-profits differ from other sectors, and collaboration across sectors. The course will also examine the concepts and frameworks for non-profit governance and leadership with an emphasis on mission-driven cultures, strategic planning and delivering on the mission, stakeholder cultivation and management, resource identification and management (including human resource management, fundraising and grants management), and nurturing people and relationships including boards of directors, staff, and volunteers. In addition to examining the theories and concepts of non-profit management, students will also practice non-profit management in individual and group projects and assignments that reference their internship experiences. Cross-listed with HDFS 420 - Managing in a Non-Profit Organization
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PUBH 485 - Public Health Internship
3 Credits
The second of a two-semester experience consisting of a bi-weekly seminar coupled to an internship in a public health agency or setting. Each placement is different, but all of them depend upon completion of the majority of concentration coursework, the ability to work with minimal supervision, and permission of the student’s faculty mentor.
Prerequisite(s): PUBH 496 - Public Health Experiential Learning I
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PUBH 490 - American Health Care Policy
3 Credits
This course will review the history of health care in America, concentrating on current health care public policies (Medicaid, Medicare). Emphasis will be placed on the parties involved in shaping health care policies (insurance, providers, consumers, the food and drug industries, and federal and state governments). Consideration will be given to the ethical and political problems posed by health care issues such as affordability, substandard preventative care, class and gender inequities, and bureaucracy. Cross-listed with POLS 490 - American Health Care Policy .
Prerequisite(s): Junior or Senior status
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PUBH 495 - Advanced Independent Study
3 Credits
Advanced research project designed by the student with faculty approval and guidance. For highly motivated students with strong research and writing skills, and who can work independently with little supervision.
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PUBH 496 - Public Health Experiential Learning I
3 Credits
This is the first of a two-semester experience consisting of a bi-weekly seminar coupled to an internship in a public health agency or setting. The seminar is designed to provide a foundation for applying research methods and analysis to the experience. Each student will work in a public health setting in a position that carries responsibility, and is of particular interest to the student and the agency, while applying knowledge learned through coursework. Each placement is different, but all of them depend upon completion of the majority of concentration coursework, the ability to work with minimal supervision, and permission of the student’s faculty mentor.
Prerequisite(s): PUBH 101 - Introduction to Public Health , PUBH 201 - Introduction to Global and Multicultural Health , PUBH 202 - Epidemiology , PUBH 301 - Social and Behavioral Health
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RELS 125 - Faith, Theology and the Modern World
3 Credits
This core course introduces students to basic theological methods and language. While these tools can be used to examine various religious traditions, this course will focus primarily (though not exclusively) on Catholic Christian religious tradition from which the Mercy core values are derived and in which the University of Saint Joseph was founded. (LAS) (RE)
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RELS 201 - An Introduction to the Theological Study of the Church
3 Credits
The Church in the light of Vatican II and contemporary theological thought.
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RELS 202 - Christian Sacraments
3 Credits
Discussion of the meaning of the Christian sacraments and how they function as community celebrations, binding together the members of the Church in a common purpose. (LAS) (RE) (VE)
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RELS 205 - The Ecological Challenge
3 Credits
The ecological challenge through the lenses of Scripture, Christian worship and spirituality, and the theological writings of women in the First and Third Worlds. (LAS) (RE) (VE)
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RELS 207 - Women in Christian Tradition
3 Credits
A study of women in Judeo-Christian tradition. Emphasis on contemporary women’s consciousness and spiritual development. Selected readings from biblical, theological, and global perspectives. (LAS) (RE) (WS)
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RELS 208 - Christian Peacemaking
3 Credits
Christian attitudes toward war and peace. The reality of conflict, violence, war, and weapons in the post-Cold War. Ways of responding and becoming peacemakers. Non-violent conflict resolution. (LAS) (RE) (VE)
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RELS 209 - Christianity and Social Justice
3 Credits
National and global responsibility of Christians. Social and political dimensions of the Gospel, the Church’s social teaching, poverty, hunger, sexism, racism, ecology, conflict, and strategies for change. (LAS) (RE) (VE)
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RELS 210 - An Introduction to Christian Morality
3 Credits
An examination of the nature and purpose of living a good and happy life through broader Christian theological themes of the virtues, sin, grace, and human nature. It will also look at some of the challenges to living a good life in our modern society and culture. (LAS) (RE) (VE)
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RELS 211 - Justice Seekers and Peacemakers
3 Credits
Study of contemporary religious thinkers and activists concerned about justice for the oppressed, bread for the hungry, and peace on earth: Martin Luther King Jr., Dorothy Day, Gandhi, Mother Teresa, and others. (LAS) (RE) (VE)
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RELS 215 - Contemporary Christian Spirituality
3 Credits
This course explores Christian spirituality in its diverse expressions, contemporary and historical. Students will discuss descriptions given to the term “spirituality” today and throughout the centuries, especially in light of the impact of the Second Vatican Council and contemporary trends. By means of life stories (biography and autobiography) and selected readings, we will explore many themes. These may include the search for God, the impact of the proclamation of Jesus upon the life of the believer or gospel spirituality, spiritual growth and development, spiritual practices, the many faces of God, justice and global solidarity, and spirituality in the workplace. (LAS) (RE)
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RELS 240 - Religions of the East
3 Credits
In studying the Religions of the East, the student can expect to discover new dimensions of human existence, exploring horizons of experience very different from her own, all of them predicated on the conviction that reality holds human meaning. The material for our investigation will include sacred texts, worldviews, ethical principles, origins and historical development, ritual practices and the good life, society and religion. (LAS) (RE) (VE)
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RELS 241 - Religions of the West
3 Credits
The events of the past quarter century have demonstrated that it is difficult, if not impossible, to understand the modern world without taking into account the influence that religions have had upon their adherents. The religio-ethnic conflicts in the former Yugoslavia, the tensions between Jews and Palestinians in the Middle East, the Catholics and Protestants in Northern Ireland, the Shiite and Sunni Muslims in Iraq underscore the impact of religious beliefs in the modern world. This course is a comprehensive approach to the study of how the beliefs, practices and moral codes of Judaism, Christianity and Islam influence how nations and individuals behave in daily life, culture, ethics and politics. (LAS) (RE)
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RELS 242 - Religion in America
3 Credits
From the beginning America has been a nation of religious diversity. Today the USA is probably the most religiously diverse nation on earth. This course provides an introduction to the history and variety of religious groups, activities, issues and ongoing challenges in multi-religious America today. (LAS) (RE) (AE)
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RELS 250 - Prayer-Ways of the Psalms
3 Credits
The nature of the Book of Psalms; their literary types with emphasis on symbol, image, structure, and movement; and the liturgical origins of the Psalms. By exploring the nature of prayer and the Psalms as prayer, the course suggests ways the Psalms today can nourish personal and communal prayer. (LAS) (RE) (HE)
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RELS 251 - Introduction to Hebrew Scriptures
3 Credits
The literature of the Old Testament, based on the history of ancient Israel. Literary, religious, and cultural influences on ancient Hebrew writings. The class will explore the roots of contemporary Judaism in Scripture. (LAS) (RE)
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RELS 253 - The Poor and Powerless: Prophets Yesterday and Today
3 Credits
The nature of prophecy and the place of the prophets in the history of Israel. The prophets considered against the backdrop of the history of their times. Exploration of the relevance of the prophets for contemporary social and religious issues.
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RELS 254 - New Testament Gospels
3 Credits
General introduction to Christian Scripture with a detailed study of the Gospels. Development of the synoptic tradition emphasized through use of source criticism, form criticism, and redaction criticism. (LAS) (RE)
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RELS 255 - Saint Paul and the Apostolic Church
3 Credits
Study of the early Christian Church through the Pauline literature and the Acts of the Apostles. Emphasis on the emergence of Christianity in the Judaic and Hellenistic worlds, and the major theological themes in Paul’s letters.
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RELS 257 - Islam
3 Credits
Designed for students who have little or no knowledge of Islam. Introduction to the origins of Islam and its fundamental principles. Topics include the Prophet Muhammad, the Qur’an, and the beliefs and pillars of Islam, the Shi’a, Sufism, or Islamic mysticism, and women and Islam. (LAS) (RE)
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RELS 258 - Religion and Race in the United States
3 Credits
The role that religion has played to create, sustain, and critique American racial ideology and racism. Considers the ways in which faith traditions can be resources for contesting racism in the Church and society. (LAS) (RE) (VE)
Prerequisite(s): An introductory (100-level) course in RELS and permission of instructor
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RELS 260 - An Introduction to the Theological Study of Jesus Christ
3 Credits
Critical investigation of the historical foundations and the theological content of the mystery of Jesus Christ in the light of modern developments. (LAS) (RE) (AE)
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RELS 262 - Buddhism in America
3 Credits
This course is designed to introduce students to the complex issues and ideas surrounding the American encounter with Asian Buddhism. Attention will be given to the developments within Asia and Europe which have influenced the spread of Buddhism to the United States. The major themes of the course include the history of the systematic study of Buddhism in the West which was an extension of European fascination with Asia as a source of regeneration, the arrival of Asian Buddhists to the U.S. beginning with indigent Chinese workers, the developments of convert and ethnic Buddhism, and inter-religious dialog between Buddhism and Christianity. (LAS) (RE) (AE)
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RELS 263 - Women and Gender in Early Christianity
3 Credits
Women’s place in early Christian communities from the New Testament period to the fifth century. Various New Testament and early Christian writings are read and carefully analyzed. Examines Mary, the mother of Jesus, as her representation changes over the course of time. The work of feminist interpreters of Christian writings are used to examine how the discourse about and around women was played out in the development of Christianity in its first centuries, and what importance this has for women’s spirituality. (LAS) (RE) (WS)
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RELS 266 - World Christianity
3 Credits
The complex phenomenon of global Christianity, with particular attention to the dialog of evangelization of the global south - Africa, Asia, and Latin America. Covers dialog with the poor, dialog with local cultures, and dialog with other religions. (LAS) (RE) (GI)
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RELS 270 - Social Justice in City of Hartford
3 Credits
An immersion in the study of religious social ethics in the city of Hartford. Examines how urban public spaces facilitate healthy moral interaction and inequality between the diverse strangers who make up urban environments. The course explores moral questions of violence, environmental degradation, and racial, class, and gender inequality through an experiential service learning project within Hartford. (LAS) (RE) (VE)
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RELS 290 - Special Topics in Religious Studies
3 Credits
An examination of important topics in Religious Studies. (LAS) (RE) (VE)
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RELS 295 - Exploratory Independent Study
3 Credits
For Religious Studies majors or minors who wish to pursue topics other than those in listed courses.
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RELS 301 - Moral Issues in Health Care: A Christ Perspective
3 Credits
Exploration of moral questions raised by scientific and technological developments in health care. Includes patients’ rights, euthanasia, abortion, new birth technologies, and allocation of scarce resources. Ethical theory and method examined through specific issues and cases. (LAS) (RE) (VE)
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RELS 305 - Contemporary Christian Thought
3 Credits
An exploration of current theological developments within the Christian churches. Representative theologians and movements will be studied, with emphasis on the Catholic and Protestant traditions. We may consider the Orthodox tradition and Pentecostal movement.
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RELS 307 - Death
3 Credits
An attempt to understand death in order better to grasp the meaning of life. Particular emphasis on the Christian perspective. (LAS) (RE) (VE)
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RELS 313 - Mysticism: East and West
3 Credits
Exploration of the meaning of mysticism, the roots of Christian mysticism East and West, and new directions for inner growth — the social dimensions of Christian mystical experience today. Characteristics of mystical experiences as well as what hinders and what fosters recognizing mystical events.
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