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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
Why are some people in some countries so much healthier than others? This course will explore 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: burden of disease, epidemiologic measures, cost-effectiveness, global health systems, and transitions countries face as they develop. Class topics will focus on indicators used in the Sustainable Development Goals, including maternal and child health, women’s health issues, infectious and chronic diseases, and nutrition. Students will examine relationships between global stressors such as extreme weather, war, economics, urbanization, and living conditions, and health of populations. (GI) (Core: Global)
Prerequisite(s): PUBH 101 - Introduction to Public Health
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PUBH 220 - Introduction to the U.S. Health Care System
3 Credits
The purpose of this course is to provide students with an overview of the U.S. health care finance and delivery systems within a public health context. In order to be effective practitioners, public health professionals must be able to link the theory of individual and external determinants of health status with the changing structures and organization or the U.S. health care system.
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PUBH 290 - Special Topics
1-3 Credits
Special topic related to Public Health.
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PUBH 301 - Social and Behavioral Health
3 Credits
How do we help people make healthy choices? In this course, students will learn about the important contributions of social and behavioral science research and practice to public health practice by investigating the behavioral, psychological, sociological, and cultural determinants of health behavior across communities. Different heath behavior theories and models used in health promotion, health education, research, and interventions will be examined. Throughout the course, emphasis will be placed on critical analysis and application of theories and models to current health issues.
Prerequisite(s): PUBH 101 - Introduction to Public Health
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PUBH 320 - Research Methods
3 Credits
This course introduces research study design and methods of data collection for applied public health research. The course begins with an exploration of the different types of research and the research process in public health. It will then introduce qualitative and quantitative research methods using examples from a variety of health topics. Specifically, we will discuss conducting a literature review, developing research questions and hypotheses, exposure and outcome measurement, creating data collection tools such as surveys and interviews, and writing and editing for research. Students will also learn about ethical issues in research. Over the course of the semester, students complete a variety of practical exercises designed to gain experience with qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis methods and will develop a research proposal on a topic of interest.
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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
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
This course consists 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. The seminar is designed to facilitate and support the internship experience and reinforce practical skills used in the public health field.
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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 and POLS 125 - American Government
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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 502 - Epidemiology
3 Credits
Epidemiology is the study of the distribution and determinants of disease and is the science of public health. The purpose of this course is to equip students with the necessary knowledge and practical skills to employ epidemiology in public health thinking and apply the basic principles of epidemiology. Examples of the applications of principles and methods of epidemiology will be presented. Students will also gain experience critically reading and evaluating public health work from an epidemiological perspective.
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PUBH 505 - Social and Behavioral Aspects of Public Health
3 Credits
Why do people do what they do? This course will provide a broad exposure to social and behavioral influences on health behavior and provide students with an opportunity to delve more deeply into the theory of application of social and behavioral aspects of public health. Using the socio-ecologic framework, the course will explore individual, intepersonal, community, and social theories and model explaining health behavior. Students will apply theory to health behavior chcange.
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PUBH 510 - Environmental Health
3 Credits
This course will provide MPH students an overview of major environmental health topics. Topics include chemical and environmental hazards, environmental policy and law, risk assessment, and sanitation. Content will focus on the interaction of human health with aspects of the environment, natural and human made. Concepts of environmental justice will be emphasized.
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PUBH 515 - Health Care Systems and Policy
3 Credits
This course provides MPH students an overview of the structure of the health care delivery system in the United States and an understanding of how health care policy is developed in the US. Topics covered include the components and basic structure of the health care system, financing of health care in the US, the legal and regulatory framework in which the system functions, and disparities in health care. By the end of the course, students will be able to discuss how health care policy is developed and implemented within our legal and regulatory framework.
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PUBH 523 - Community Needs Assessment
3 Credits
This course provides an introduction to community needs assessment and methodology for public health students in preparation for public health practice. Students will engage in the process of conducting a community needs assessment of a priority organization or population where they will define and assess public health problems, synthesize relevant literature, and identify and collect data from key stakeholders. Students will also further develop the use of quantitative and qualitative methods for a practical, hands-on field project throughout the semester in order to suggest possible health promotion interventions.
Prerequisite(s): PUBH 505 - Social and Behavioral Aspects of Public Health
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PUBH 525 - Program Planning and Implementation
3 Credits
Development of effective program planning for health promotion is an essential competency for public health practitioners. Hence, this course provides an introduction to the application of theory and evidence to the planning of effective health promotion interventions. Students will be introduced to the major steps of program planning and will apply these steps to design their own health promotion intervention. The course takes an ecological approach where students have the opportunity to examine how behavioral science theories have been applied to the design of interpersonal, interpersonal, organizational, community and public policy levels interventions.
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PUBH 527 - Program Evaluation
3 Credits
This course examines the methods used by public health practitioners to determine whether a particular health promotion program or policy is effective. Students will develop knowledge and skills relevant to carrying out an evaluation, including how to frame evaluation questions, fundamentals of study design, and basic data analysis techniques for assessing program effects. The overall goal of the course is for students to develop evaluative skills that they can apply in designing, carrying out, and critiquing evaluations of real health promotion programs. Therefore, in addition to providing foundational principles and techniques that form evaluation science, the art of applying these principles in the real world will also be highlighted.
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PUBH 530 - Public Health and Health Disparities
3 Credits
Addressing and eliminating health disparities is a central focus of public health. This course focuses on describing problems and policy issues by examining how social forces (e.g., economic and cultural) contributes to differences in disability, morbidity, and mortality in racial and ethnic minorities as well as other underserved populations. Hence, social determinants of population health will be used to explain and address health disparities.
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PUBH 595 - Public Health Internship
3 Credits
The internship provides MPH students the opportunity to apply learned competencies to public health practice at the level of an entry-level professional. Each student will work in a public health setting of choice in a position that carries responsibility and is of mutual benefit to the student and agency. Each placement is different, but all of them depend upon completion of the majority of public health coursework, the ability to work with minimal supervision, agreement by an agency preceptor, and permission of the students faculty mentor.
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PUBH 599 - Public Health Capstone/Thesis
3-6 Credits
The special project in the form of a capstone project or theses, provides students with the opportunity to utilize research and practical skills by conducting an individual project concerning a specific public health related topic. During the special project students will select either a research oriented theses or planning a health related program. In close collaboration with a faculty advisor and preceptor as appropriate, students will investigate a health issue through an in depth literature review, propose methodology, and draw conclusions and recommendations. Projects might include data analysis or program implementation.
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RELS 125 - Faith, Theology in a Religiously Pluralistic 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. (RE)
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RELS 126 - Faith, Theology and Interfaith Studies
3 Credits
This course prepares students for intermediate courses in the Eastern religions and a course in World Christianity. It introduces the basic elements of Interfaith Studies, including models of interfaith encounters, comparative theological engagement with Eastern religious traditions and the development of the practice of Interfaith Leadership.
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RELS 202 - Flannery O’Connor and the Sacramental Imagination
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) (CORE: Religion, Values/Ethics)
Other: Does not satisfy the LAS requirement if used to fulfill Mission requirement.
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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) (CORE:Religion, Values/Ethics)
Other: Does not satisfy the LAS requirement if used to fulfill Mission requirement.
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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) (CORE: Religion, MWGS)
Other: Does not satisfy the LAS requirement if used to fulfill Mission requirement.
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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) (CORE: Religion, Values/Ethics)
Other: Does not satisfy the LAS requirement if used to fulfill Mission requirement.
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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) (CORE: Religion, Values/Ethics)
Other: Does not satisfy the LAS requirement if used to fulfill Mission requirement.
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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) (CORE: Religion, Values/Ethics)
Other: Does not satisfy the LAS requirement if used to fulfill Mission requirement.
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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) (CORE: Religion, Values/Ethics)
Other: Does not satisfy the LAS requirement if used to fulfill Mission requirement.
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RELS 215 - Contemporary Spirituality
3 Credits
This course explores the nature of spirituality in its diverse expressions, contemporary and historical. Students will discuss descriptions given to the term “spirituality” today and throughout the centuries. We will consider both global contemporary trends and the changes encouraged in Catholic understanding by the Second Vatican Council. By means of life stories (biography and autobiography) and selected readings, we will explore many themes, including the search for God, the impact of faith on the life of the believer, spiritual growth and development, spiritual practices, the many faces of God, justice and global solidarity and spirituality in the workplace. (LAS) (RE) (CORE: Religion)
Other: Does not satisfy the LAS requirement if used to fulfill Mission requirement.
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RELS 219 - Foundation in Interfaith Studies
3 Credits
This foundational course for Interfaith Studies analyzes the basic elements of this emerging field, primarily from theological and ethical perspectives, including theological models of religions, post-pluralist approaches to interfaith encounters and theological virtues of dialog in practice. This course will also introduce an ethic of global citizenship in which a student can provide a vision, knowledge base and skill set necessary for the practice of interfaith leadership. (LAS) (RE) (VE) (CORE: Religion, Values/Ethics)
Prerequisite(s): RELS 125 - Faith, Theology in a Religiously Pluralistic World
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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) (CORE: Religion, Values/Ethics)
Other: Does not satisfy the LAS requirement if used to fulfill Mission requirement.
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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) (CORE: Religion)
Other: Does not satisfy the LAS requirement if used to fulfill Mission requirement.
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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) (CORE: Religion)
Other: Does not satisfy the LAS requirement if used to fulfill Mission requirement.
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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) (CORE: Religion)
Other: Does not satisfy the LAS requirement if used to fulfill Mission requirement.
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RELS 254 - Introduction to the Bible
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) (CORE: Religion)
Other: Does not satisfy the LAS requirement if used to fulfill Mission requirement.
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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) (CORE: Religion)
Other: Does not satisfy the LAS requirement if used to fulfill Mission requirement.
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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) (CORE: Religion, Values/Ethics)
Prerequisite(s): An introductory (100-level) course in RELS and permission of instructor
Other: Does not satisfy the LAS requirement if used to fulfill Mission requirement.
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RELS 260 - 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) (CORE: Religion)
Other: Does not satisfy the LAS requirement if used to fulfill Mission requirement.
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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) (CORE: Religion)
Prerequisite(s): RELS 125 - Faith, Theology in a Religiously Pluralistic World
Other: Does not satisfy the LAS requirement if used to fulfill Mission requirement.
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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) (CORE: Religion, MWGS)
Other: Does not satisfy the LAS requirement if used to fulfill Mission requirement.
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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) (CORE: Religion, Global)
Other: Does not satisfy the LAS requirement if used to fulfill Mission requirement.
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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) (CORE: Religion, Values/Ethics)
Other: Does not satisfy the LAS requirement if used to fulfill Mission requirement.
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RELS 290 - Special Topics in Religious Studies
3 Credits
An examination of important topics in Religious Studies. (LAS) (RE) (VE) (CORE: Religion, Values/Ethics)
Other: Does not satisfy the LAS requirement if used to fulfill Mission requirement.
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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) (CORE: Religion, Values/Ethics)
Other: Does not satisfy the LAS requirement if used to fulfill Mission requirement.
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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) (CORE: Religion, Values/Ethics)
Other: Does not satisfy the LAS requirement if used to fulfill Mission requirement.
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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. (CORE: Religion)
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RELS 385 - Internship
3-6 Credits
Supervised experience in the area of Religious Studies or justice and peace.
Prerequisite(s): Approval by faculty advisor and department chair
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RELS 386 - Internship
3-6 Credits
Supervised experience in the area of Religious Studies or justice and peace.
Prerequisite(s): Approval by faculty advisor and department chair
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RELS 495 - Advanced Independent Study
3 Credits
For Religious Studies majors who wish to pursue a particular theological theme in greater depth.
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RELS 499 - Coordinating Seminar
3 Credits
A comprehensive integration of the major themes in Christian theology or religions. Includes a research paper or project. For Religious Studies majors may include a comprehensive examination. May be taken second semester of junior year or first semester of senior year.
Prerequisite(s): Required for Religious Studies majors. Open to Religious Studies minors and others with permission of the department chair.
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SOCL 101 - Introduction to Sociology
3 Credits
Science of social relationships. Study of culture, society, social control, major institutions, social classes, groups, and social processes. (LAS) (Core:Social Science)
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SOCL 202 - Black Families in the United States
3 Credits
This course provides a historical view of African American, West African and Caribbean American families. It emphasizes the lifestyles and experiences of contemporary families, including their social, economic and educational status, and ensuing implications in helping relationships. Cross-listed with SOCW 202 - Black Families in the United States . (LAS) (WR) (AE) (Core:Social Science)
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SOCL 203 - History of the American Indian
3 Credits
Attention to the role of Native Americans in selected eras of United States history, governmental policy toward indigenous peoples and the recent political and ethnic resurgence of Native Americans. Presentation of an interdisciplinary or “ethno-historical” perspective with special focus on distinct tribal histories. Cross-listed with . (LAS) (AE) (Core:Social Science)
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SOCL 205 - Special Topics in Sociology
3 Credits
An interdisciplinary perspective on a variety of topics of sociological interest and subjects not examined by the regular Sociology curriculum. (Core:Social Science)
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SOCL 206 - Social Problems
3 Credits
Selected current social problems in the United States such as poverty, mental illness, crime, delinquency, drug abuse, population, aging. The role of Sociology in the analysis and treatment of these problems. (LAS) (Core:Social Science)
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SOCL 211 - Cultural Anthropology
3 Credits
Introduction to cultural anthropology. Study of tribal and peasant societies and village communities with special focus upon ethnographic investigations of the total way of life of distinct peoples selected from a diversity of culture areas. (LAS) (GI) (Core:Social Science, Global)
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SOCL 217 - Race and Ethnicity
3 Credits
Analysis of the social (re)construction of racial and ethnic group identification with consideration of policies and practices of inter-group relations. Particular attention is given to identify politics, racism, and to racial and ethnic groups in the Hartford area. This course is cross-listed with POLS 217. (LAS) (AE) (Core: Social Science)
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SOCL 219 - Women in American Society
3 Credits
An examination of the position and role of women in American society. Particular emphasis on sex role socialization and stereotypes, occupations, and the problem of equality. Social-historical consideration of the changing status of women in American society, and comparison of gender roles within diverse cultures. (LAS) (AE) (WS) (Core:Social Science, MWGS)
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SOCL 221 - Sociology of the Family
3 Credits
Structure and functioning of the family as an institution in American society; comparison with other cultures. Study of patterns of behavior and interrelations of the family. (LAS) (Core:Social Science)
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SOCL 223 - Sociology of Work and Leisure
3 Credits
Changing definitions of work and leisure in our society, and interrelations between occupational and recreational institutions. (LAS) (Core:Social Science)
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SOCL 227 - Inequality in America
3 Credits
Analysis of structure and processes of stratification in the United States. Focus on economic and political power and life circumstance differentials. This course is cross listed with POLS 228. (LAS) (AE) (Core: Social Science)
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SOCL 229 - Urban Sociology
3 Credits
Urban society, broadly interpreted as inclusive not only of the city, but also of the metropolis. Focus on historical and ecological development of cities, population factors, social institutions and organization, group life and personality. Opportunities provided for study of current problems of the city and metropolis. (LAS) (Core:Social Science)
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SOCL 302 - United States Women and Social Movement
3 Credits
Examines the work of women as participants in social movements over the 19th and 20th centuries, including moral reform, abolitionism, feminism, suffrage, sexual freedom and civil rights. Cross-listed with HIST 307 - United States Women and Social Movement . (LAS) (WS) (AE) (Core:Social Science, MWGS)
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SOCL 495 - Advanced Independent Study
3 Credits
Student-designed directed readings and research project.
Prerequisite(s): Approval by faculty advisor
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SOCL 499 - Coordinating Seminar
3 Credits
Seminar for senior Sociology majors designed to explore significant issues, topics, and perspectives in the social sciences that are not included in the regular curriculum. Offers a summation of the major course topics, in review and preparation for the required written comprehensive examination. Spring semester.
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SOCW 102 - Introduction to Social Work
3 Credits
Explore career opportunities in light of personal and professional values and goals. Topics include the history of Social Work, traditional and emerging fields of practice, professional ethics, standards for cultural competence and the relationship of Social Work with allied professions.
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SOCW 202 - Black Families in the United States
3 Credits
Provides a historical view of African American, West African and Caribbean American families. The course puts emphasis on the lifestyles and experiences of contemporary families, including their social, economic and educational status, and ensuing implications in helping relationships. Cross-listed with SOCL 202 - Black Families in the United States . (LAS) (WR) (AE) (Core:Social Science)
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SOCW 206 - Latinas and Their Worlds
3 Credits
Coming from various social, cultural and economic backgrounds, Latinas on the mainland U.S. face diverse barriers and resources in caring for families and communities, migrating and immigrating, participating in the labor force, advancing educationally, and sustaining health and spiritual life. Explores the intergenerational experiences of Puerto Rican and Latina women in resisting prejudice, negotiating cultures and promoting positive social change. (LAS) (WR) (WS) (CORE: MWGS)
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SOCW 230 - Juvenile Justice and Human Rights
3 Credits
An examination of American criminal justice issues as they affect children and adolescents and their families. Topics may include the juvenile justice system, crime control, police, court and correctional practices, legislative policy, sociological, racial and familial influences, and community outreach including the efforts of religious organizations. Emphasis will be placed on the rights of minors and on humanitarian approaches to juvenile justice problems. Cross-listed with POLS 230 - Juvenile Justice and Human Rights . (CORE: Social Science)
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SOCW 295 - Social Work Independent Study
1-3 Credits
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SOCW 300 - Social Welfare Policy
3 Credits
Social welfare policies promote or undermine human rights, fundamental freedoms, and social and economic opportunities. Students analyze the effects of social policies on diverse populations, learn a values-based approach to affecting change with and on behalf of clients, and participate in political action, such as legislative advocacy, lobbying or assisting in an election. Cross-listed with POLS 300 - Social Welfare Policy . (LAS) (WR) (AE)
Prerequisite(s): SOCL 101 - Introduction to Sociology , ECON 101 - Principles of Macroeconomics , POLS 110 - How Politics Affects Your Life: An Introduction to Politics or POLS 125 - American Government , or POLS 310 - Leadership, Activism and Social Justice or permission of instructor
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SOCW 302 - Special Topics in Social Work
3 Credits
This in-depth, interdisciplinary study of an issue, theme or population relevant to Social Work may include field practice or ethnographic research, requiring permission of the instructor. (GI) (WS)
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SOCW 340 - Latino Community Service
3 Credits
Explores Latino cultures through bilingual readings, class discussions, guest speakers and research in a Latino community. Students learn and apply social research methods while conducting a Spanish-language research project and giving a bilingual presentation of findings. Required for the certificate or minor in Latino Community Practice. (LAS) (LG) (AE) (WR)
Prerequisite(s): Open to juniors and seniors. SPAN 302 - Fundamentals of Hispanic Literary Studies and SPAN 303 - Fundamentals of Hispanic Cultural Studies or consent of instructor.
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SOCW 350 - Writing for Social Work Practice
3 Credits
This writing intensive course supports students to develop a scientific perspective, to acquire and understanding of different research viewpoints that can be used to evaluate practice, and to incorporate that perspective and understanding into a broader conceptual base for social work practice. The course aids students in thinking critically about the methods and limitation of various systems of inquiry, and about society, people, and their problems. Students identify “their voice” as critical thinkers and their “style” as writers. (WR)
Other: Course is intended for Social Work majors only.
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SOCW 382 - Human Behavior in the Social Environment
3 Credits
Human development through the life course is affected by social and cultural diversity, social, political and economic barriers and opportunities, and the roles and status of women. Students apply theories and evidence-based knowledge on the interrelationships among individuals, families, groups, organizations, communities and cultures in local, transnational and international contexts. This includes relationships characterized by social conflict, oppression and violence, and relationships that contribute to human and social development, equity and peace. Three hours a week, one semester.
Prerequisite(s): 3 courses
From Biology: BIOL 223 - Human Biology or BIOL 270 - Human Heredity and Birth Defects or BIOL 204 - Forensic Biology or BIOL 217 - Culture, Health and Illness
From Sociology or Social Work: SOCL 217 - Race and Ethnicity or SOCL 227 - Inequality in America or SOCW 202 - Black Families in the United States or SOCW 206 - Latinas and Their Worlds
From Human Services: HDFS 210 - Voices of Development Across the Life Course or PSYC 238 - Human Development Through the Lifespan
Or permission of instructor
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SOCW 386 - Field Practice I
4 Credits
Students help each other integrate field practice experiences with theories and research by framing questions, locating and applying professional literature, identifying ethical issues and pursuing cultural competence. Two hours of class biweekly, and eight hours per week of supervised field experience in generalist Social Work practice.
Prerequisite(s): SOCW 102 - Introduction to Social Work and admission to the Social Work Program. Or permission of the department.
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SOCW 390 - Children and the Law
3 Credits
This course develops an understanding of the legal issues that impact children in society. The 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 POLS 390 - Children and the Law .
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SOCW 395 - Social Work Methods I BSW Completion
3 Credits
Begin to explore generalist social work practice with individuals in socially and culturally diverse families and communities, including the professional change process, principles of empowerment and policy practice, and applications of the National Association of Social Work Code of Ethics and Standards for Cultural Competence.
Corequisite(s): SOCW 385 - Field Practice I BSW Completion or permission of the chairperson
Other: This course if open to students in the BSW completion program only
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SOCW 396 - Social Work Methods I
3 Credits
Begin to explore generalist social work practice with individuals in socially and culturally diverse families and communities, including the professional change process, principles of empowerment and policy practice, and applications of the National Association of Social Work Code of Ethics and Standards for Cultural Competence.
Prerequisite(s): SOCW 102 - Introduction to Social Work and admission to the Social Work program
Corequisite(s): SOCW 386 - Field Practice I or permission of the department chairperson
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SOCW 397 - Social Work Methods II BSW Completion
3 Credits
Continue to study generalist social work practice with communities and organizations, including strategies for networking and participatory action research, assessing communities and organizations in local and international environments, and analyzing community and organizational values as obstacles and resources for social change.
Prerequisite(s): SOCW 395 - Social Work Methods I BSW Completion
Corequisite(s): SOCW 387 - Field Practice II BSW Completion
Other: This course is open to students in the BSW completion program only
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SOCW 398 - Social Work Methods II
3 Credits
Continue to study generalist social work practice with communities and organizations, including strategies for networking and participatory action research, assessing communities and organizations in local and international environments, and analyzing community and organizational values as obstacles and resources for social change.
Prerequisite(s): SOCW 396 - Social Work Methods I
Corequisite(s): SOCW 388 - Field Practice II or permission of the department chairperson
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SOCW 400 - Social Work Methods III
3 Credits
Third course in of generalist social work with families and small groups includes knowledge, skills and values in domestic and international social work practice. Three hours a week; one semester.
Prerequisite(s): SOCW 398 - Social Work Methods II or permission of the department chairperson
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SOCW 401 - Social Work Methods III BSW Completion
3 Credits
Third course in of generalist social work with families and small groups includes knowledge, skills, and values in domestic and international social work practice. Three hours a week; one semester.
Prerequisite(s): SOCW 397 - Social Work Methods II BSW Completion
Other: This course is open to students in the BSW comletion program only
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SOCW 481 - Field Practice III Extended Year
6 Credits
Third course in five-part sequence where students build a professional knowledge base by integrating theories and research-based knowledge with their experiences in the field. In written assignments and class discussions, students frame questions, locate and critically apply relevant professional literature, resolve ethical issues, advance cultural competence, analyze policies, evaluate interventions and identify goals for further learning. Class discussions provide mutual aid and peer supervision. Two hours of class biweekly, and 12 hours per week of supervised field experience in generalist social work practice.
Prerequisite(s): SOCW 388 - Field Practice II and SOCW 398 - Social Work Methods II or permission of department chairperson. Students choosing the extended year curriculum must complete SOCW 483 - Field Practice IV Extended Year and SOCW 485 - Field Practice V .
Corequisite(s): SOCW 400 - Social Work Methods III
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SOCW 482 - Field Practice III
7 Credits
Third course in five-part sequence where students continue to build a professional knowledge base by integrating theories and research-based knowledge with their experiences in the field. In written assignments and class discussions, students frame questions, locate and critically apply relevant professional literature, resolve ethical issues, advance cultural competence, analyze policies, evaluate interventions and identify goals for further learning. Class discussions provide mutual aid and peer supervision. Classroom seminars, and 16 hours per week of supervised field experience in generalist social work practice. One semester.
Prerequisite(s): SOCW 388 - Field Practice II
Corequisite(s): SOCW 400 - Social Work Methods III or permission of the department chairperson
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