This course introduces basic issues in the study,of human groups such as socialization and the,family, social mobility and stratification, the,effects,of technology and revolution, and the functioning,of political systems. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: DEN 102
This course introduces students to basic,principles and theories of human growth,,motivation, action, cognition, personality, and,social interaction. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: DEN 102
The Special Project class is offered on an,occasional basis, with course content specific to,the area being explored.,, Credits: 3 Prerequisites:
In this course, students explore theoretical,approaches to art therapy historically and the,role of the art therapist in assisting others to,reach their highest potentials. Visual and,diagnostic components, levels of expression and,influences of imagery,are addressed through case studies and art,therapy. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: DEN 102
This course is an introduction to an intersecting,range of theories, issues, and topics within the,field of gender and sexuality studies. The class,will explore the historical context of feminist,responses to patriarchal structures and a number,of sexual identities beyond the historical,male/female division, including lesbian, gay,,queer, transgender, inter-, and asexuality. These,frameworks of understanding will be used to deeply,consider … Continue reading “DSS-314 GENDER IDENTITY, SEXUALITY AND SOCIETY”
This anthropology class explores the issue of,resource distribution, acquisition and use across,the world from historical to contemporary,perspectives. Specifically, the class looks at,all the variables that impact, create and/or,shape inequality in the world. ,There will be an overview of the field of,anthropology and the concept of “the economy.” To,better understand how people have created wealth,and power … Continue reading “DSS-319 ANTHROPOLOGY: PEOPLE & RESOURCES”
How do we see and what are we seeing? What are,the mechanics of the eye, the activities of the,brain, the roles of illusion, and the function of,images in the mind and in communication? This,course uses the neurobiological model of the,brain to explore discoveries in perception and to,explore the complexities of visual imagery. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: … Continue reading “DSS-320 PSYCHOLOGY OF PERCEPTION”
In this course, students explore the psychology of,the creative process, the psychology of the,creative artist, and the interaction between the,two. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: DEN 102
In this course, students explore what,psychologists have learned about issues including,stress, anxiety, self-esteem, problem-solving, and,decision-making. Emphasis is placed on an,accurate perception of reality and a positive,self-concept. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: DEN 102
In this course, students explore the nature of,abnormal psychology and human behavior. Students,examine the major psychological disorders, their,symptomatic criteria and treatment. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: DEN 102