Course

History of computing technology and its impact on society, culture, and the environment from a global perspective and study of ethical behavior in the world of Internet and computer technology including property protection, crime, viruses, privacy, reliability, and work environments.

Designed for those wanting to learn the basic skills of flag football.

Introduction to the history and theory of documentary film, with attention to significant film movements and cinematic innovations and the aesthetic and ethical choices documentary filmmakers face as they document the world. Students will participate in making a documentary short.

An introduction to the application of the principles of chemistry to environmental sciences. Topics include chemistry of the atmosphere, the continental landmasses, continental waters, and oceans. Includes discussion of the chemical factors influencing pollution and global climate change.

This course provides a practical process model for developing a health communication plan using a broad base of information from communication and health behavior theory, communication-based program planning, and social marketing constructs.

Epidemiology is the study of the distribution of diseases and pathophysiological conditions of humans and of factors which influence their occurrence. This course will also require an understanding of statistical principles.

This course will expose students to current scientific evidence and other reference material that demonstrates how lifestyle choices affect certain diseases. Students will learn what a healthy lifestyle is and how an unhealthy lifestyle can cause cardiovascular disease, cancer, diabetes and other illnesses. Throughout the course, information and assignments will be presented related to specific knowledge that can be used by individuals, parents, wellness professionals, health educators, and health promotion practitioners in pursuit of a healthy lifestyle.

This course provides a modern look at the health of women across all cultures, races, ethnicities, and backgrounds. Students will learn critical information needed to optimize their well-being, avoid illness and injury, and support their overall health.

This course is designed for the non-swimmer. The purpose of this course is to help non-swimmers overcome fears they may have in the water and to help them to be safe and feel comfortable in and around water. True non-swimmers are those with no, or limited, swimming skills, who have difficulty putting their face in the water, have a fear of water, or who have had a near-drowning experience.

Learn personal financial concepts and principles, to make informed decisions about real-world financial issues. Learn how to make wise spending, saving, investment, and credit decisions, to achieve personal and family goals and financial success.

Capstone course to be taken during the senior year after all of the other core courses have been completed. Students will propose a research study on the topic of their choice and present them in an oral presentation using PowerPoint, and an APA-style paper.

This course is an informational experience for those students majoring in psychology. It will help inform them about the requirements to earn a B.S. degree in psychology, what to anticipate and how to prepare for taking the psychology capstone course (senior seminar), and what career opportunities are possible for a graduate with a psychology major. In addition, information will be discussed regarding the variety of graduate programs and their admission requirements.