Humanities

HU 2001: Cultural Heritage I (3 Cr.):
An interdisciplinary course that integrates the insights of history, political science, sociology, literature and the arts as a means of understanding civilization and culture in the Western world. Students see how Western culture interrelates with other cultures and gain an appreciation of global diversity. They also analyze the development of Western culture and reflect upon its possible future directions. This chronological/thematic study of Western culture and values includes issues such as family life, education, science, religion and women’s roles. Writing and thinking skills are emphasized. (Prerequisite: EN 1022 or equivalent)

HU 2002 Cultural Heritage II (3 Cr.):
The second-semester continuation of HU 2001. (Prerequisite: HU 2001)

HU 2400 Basic Problems in Philosophy (3 Cr.):
Through lectures, discussions and collaborative learning strategies, students are encouraged to understand and analyze basic issues in logic, metaphysics, epistemology and ethics. Liberal Arts elective.

HU 2440 American Culture and Values (3 Cr.):
An interdisciplinary course that integrates the insights of history, political science, sociology, literature and the arts as a means for understanding civilization and culture in the United States. Students analyze the development of American culture and reflect upon its possible future directions. This chronological/thematic study of American culture and values includes issues such as immigration, labor, women’s roles, religion, education and science. Liberal Arts elective.

IR 2600 Elements of Photography (2 Cr.):
Students receive an overall understanding of basic black and white photography. The course’s subject matter will include: controlling the functions of a camera, composition, lighting, developing film and printing. A history of photography, printing images with contrast filters and dodging/burning techniques will also be covered. Students are encouraged to bring their own 35 mm SLR camera. General elective.

WE 2400 Basic Problems in Philosophy (3 Cr.):
Through lectures, discussions and collaborative learning strategies, students are encouraged to understand and analyze basic issues in logic, metaphysics, epistemology and ethics. Writing emphasis elective. Liberal Arts elective.

WE 3410 Culture Studies: Japan (2 Cr.):
This course uses Japanese literature for understanding the dynamics of Japanese Culture. This process provides an analysis of a culture that is distinctly different from American culture. Consequently, the course creates a cultural awareness and develops the skills necessary to allow for successful cultural interaction. Writing emphasis elective. Liberal Arts elective.

WE 3420 World Religions: African, Asian, Native American (3 Cr.):
An introduction to the basic religious values and beliefs of Africans, Asians and Native Americans. Comparing these with their own, students better understand themselves, their beliefs and their values. Writing emphasis elective. Liberal Arts elective. (Prerequisite: Concurrent registration in or completion of HU 2002)

WE 3540 History of Medicine and Pharmacy (3 Cr.):
Traces humanity’s search for health and wellbeing from prehistoric times to the present, especially the evolution of medicine and pharmacy. The course covers themes that highlight the social, scientific and economic development of medicine and pharmacy with an emphasis on the
evolution of the American health care system. Writing emphasis elective. Liberal
Arts elective.

WE 3560 Intercultural Communication in Health Care (3 Cr.):
This course introduces students to ways that culture can affect health care beliefs and practices. Students will gain theoretical and practical tools for communicating with patients and health care providers from diverse cultural backgrounds. Liberal arts writing emphasis elective. (Prerequisite: EN3100 or permission of instructor)

WE 3600 Science and Media (3 Cr.):
An investigation of the nature of the scientific discipline and of its representation to the general public through the media. Writing emphasis elective. General elective. (Prerequisite: EN 1001 and EN 1022)