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BIOL IPB OCEN WLNG
Marine Biodiversity is the study of the classifications, evolution, natural history, morphology, anatomy and physiology of marine organisms. Lab required.
Laboratory for Marine Biodiversity.
A comparative study that covers foundational biological principles and establishes the scientific basis that underscores the selection of plants as food, medicine, or raw materials by different societies. Within each module, the learning activities will integrate the scientific foundation with the economic, cultural, and societal significance of these plants, which will help students contextualize the role of these plants in the development of agricultural practices and the rise and fall of civilizations.
Explores the theology, culture, and practice of conflict and peacebuilding in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints through the lens of the scriptures, history, and current events. Christological-based methods of conflict transformation at home, in our community, wards, and world will be covered.
This course will introduce students to the theories and research in the field of mindfulness. Students will study emerging scientific research that shows the physical and mental health benefits when mindfulness practice is implemented into daily life and will learn how to implement mindfulness techniques in peacebuilding fieldwork.
This class will introduce students to the theory and practice of restorative justice. Restorative justice is one way of dealing with the impacts of criminal or harmful behavior. Rather than focusing on laws, punishments, and guilt, restorative justice focuses on making things right between the victim, the victimizer, and society.