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Course offerings (days/times) can by found online and in MyCentral under “Records and Registration.”  Fall courses are available to view by early February, spring courses in late September, and summer courses in late December. 
 

Spanish
  

  • SPAN 4650 - Introduction to Spanish for Business (3)

    Enhances linguistic and cultural knowledge of Spanish for business and will be conducted primarily in Spanish. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 3623 .
  

  • SPAN 4665 - Culture and Issues in the Contemporary Spanish-Speaking World (3)

    An exploration of contemporary political, economic and societal issues affecting Spanish-speaking cultures with emphasis on further developing language skills through discussions and written assignments. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 3661  or SPAN 3662 .
  

  • SPAN 4671 - Cinema of the Spanish-Speaking World (3)

    A survey of Latin American, Spanish and Latino films with emphasis on the cultural contexts in which the films are produced and viewed. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 3623 .
  

  • SPAN 4680 - Contemporary Literature of the Spanish-Speaking World (3)

    Literary texts of the 20th and 21st centuries from Spain and Spanish America with emphasis on developing language skills through discussions and written assignments. Prerequisite(s): SPAN 3623 .
  

  • SPAN 4690 - Special Topics in Spanish (1-3)

    Individual or group work by selected students in carefully chosen fields for advanced study. May be repeated for a maximum of 15 semester hours. Prerequisite(s): 18 semester hours of Spanish and consent of school chair.

Special Education
  

  • EDSP 2100 - Education of the Exceptional Child (3)

    Identification of exceptional children, methods and techniques for teaching them, as well as possible sources of referral which may be of assistance to teachers and parents of these children. Requires a directed field experience. This is a professional education course. Fall, Spring, Summer. Sometimes offered online.
  

  • EDSP 3150 - Community and Family Resources (2)

    Early clinical observations and experiences using community and family resources concerned with various kinds of exceptionality. Prerequisite(s): EDSP 2100  or EDSP 5200. Corequisite(s): EDSP 3151. This is a professional education course. Fall, Spring, Summer. Taught only as an online course.
  

  • EDSP 3151 - Community and Family Resources Practicum (1)

    Provides opportunities for pre-service teachers to evaluate how community and family resources impact directly/indirectly on the lives of children. Requires a directed field experience. Prerequisite(s): EDSP 2100  or EDSP 5200. Corequisite(s): EDSP 3150 . This is a professional education course. Fall, Spring, Summer. Taught only as an online course.
  

  • EDSP 4000 - Special Projects in Special Education (1-5)

    Individual or group study of problems in special areas of interest. May be repeated for a maximum of 5 semester hours.
  

  • EDSP 4140 - Collaborating With Families of Exceptional Children (3)

    A study of the impact of exceptionality on family systems and how empowerment and community resources can strengthen the school-family partnership. Requires a directed field experience. This course is co-listed with EDSP 5140. Prerequisite(s): EDSP 2100   This is a professional education course. Fall, Spring, Summer.
  

  • EDSP 4150 - Career Development for Students with Disabilities (2)

    Supportive services to students with disabilities within a career development context. This course is co-listed with EDSP 5150. Prerequisite(s): EDSP 2100   This is a professional education course. Fall, Spring.
  

  • EDSP 4161 - Physical and Health Care Needs of Students with Autism and Severe Developmental Disabilities (2)

    Designed to assist teachers in understanding and planning for the physical and health care needs of students with autism and severe developmental disabilities. This course is co-listed with EDSP 5161. Prerequisite(s): EDSP 2100  .
  

  • EDSP 4210 - Teaching Emergent and At-Risk Readers (3)

    Instruction in the identification and remediation of significant reading disorders in children and youth with Moderate to Severe disabilities, including those with severe learning disabilities, cognitive impairments, and Autism Spectrum Disorders. A directed clinical experience in the diagnostic/prescriptive assessment process is required. This course is co-listed with EDSP 5210. Prerequisite(s): ECEL 3225  or EDFL 3230 ; EDSP 2100  or EDSP 5200. Fall, Spring.
  

  • EDSP 4310 - Introduction to Students with Autism and Severe Developmental Disabilities (2)

    Basic information pertaining to the characteristics, education, and care of individuals with severe forms of Autism Spectrum Disorders and individuals with severe Developmental Disabilities. Requires a directed field experience. This course is co-listed with EDSP 5310. Prerequisite(s): EDSP 2100   This is a professional education course. Spring, in odd numbered years only
  

  • EDSP 4320 - Introduction to Early Childhood Special Education (3)

    Basic information pertaining to the characteristics, care, treatment, and education of young children with special needs. This course is co-listed with EDSP 5320. Prerequisite(s): EDSP 2100   This is a professional education course.
  

  • EDSP 4330 - Curriculum and Methods for Teaching Students with Autism and Severe Developmental Disabilities I (3)

    Teaching methodologies and curricula used in learning programs for individuals with severe forms of Autism Spectrum Disorders and for individuals with Severe Developmental Disabilities. Prerequisite(s): EDSP 2100  or EDSP 5200. This is a professional education course. Fall, in odd numbered years only
  

  • EDSP 4350 - Augmentative and Alternative Communication (3)

    Study and application of communication options, including manual sign language and communication devices. This course is co-listed with EDSP 5450. Prerequisite(s): EDSP 2100   This is a professional education course. Spring.
  

  • EDSP 4360 - Behavioral Management Techniques (2)

    Practical approaches to behavior management for the classroom teacher, special educator, or clinician. This course is co-listed with EDSP 5360. Prerequisite(s): EDSP 2100   This is a professional education course. Fall, Spring, Summer.
  

  • EDSP 4361 - Practicum in Behavioral Management Techniques (1)

    Practical experience in designing behavioral management programs and environments under supervision. Requires a directed field experience. This course is co-listed with EDSP 5361. Prerequisite(s): EDSP 4360  or concurrently. This is a professional education course. Fall, Spring, Summer.
  

  • EDSP 4370 - Screening, Diagnosing and Prescribing Instruction (3)

    Case finding, screening, diagnostic and assessment procedures to be utilized in prescriptive educational planning for infants and preschool-aged children. Requires a directed field experience. This course is co-listed with EDSP 5370. Prerequisite(s): EDSP 2100   This is a professional education course. Fall, Spring, Summer.
  

  • EDSP 4385 - Introduction to Cross-Categorical Special Education (3)

    Information about the characteristics and education of children with mild/moderate disabilities. This course is co-listed with EDSP 5385. Prerequisite(s): EDSP 2100   This is a professional education course. Spring. Taught only as an online course.
  

  • EDSP 4420 - Methods of Cross-Categorical Special Education (3)

    Teaching methods, materials and curricula for education of students with mild/moderate disabilities. This course is co-listed with EDSP 5420. Prerequisite(s): EDSP 4385 . This is a professional education course. Fall, Spring. Taught only as an online course.
  

  • EDSP 4421 - Methods of Cross-Categorical Special Education I: Intellectual Disabilities/Other Health Impairments (3)

    Strategies for addressing general problems in teaching students with Intellectual Disabilities and Other Health Impairments in Cross-Categorical and other settings, including planning, materials and methods used. Requires a directed field experience. Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education Program and EDSP 4385 . This is a professional education course.
  

  • EDSP 4422 - Methods of Cross Categorical Disabilities II: Learning Disabilities (3)

    Characteristics, etiologies, definitions, legislation and issues related to the identification of and educational planning for individuals with learning disabilities. Requires a directed field experience. Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education Program and EDSP 4385 . This is a professional education course. Fall.
  

  • EDSP 4423 - Methods of Cross-Categorical Special Education III: Emotional/Behavioral Disorders (3)

    Strategies for addressing general problems in teaching students with emotional and/or behavioral disorders in cross-categorical and other settings including planning, materials and methods used. Requires a directed field experience. Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education Program and EDSP 4385 . This is a professional education course. Fall.
  

  • EDSP 4440 - Curriculum and Methods for Teaching Early Childhood Special Education (3)

    The teaching methods and curricula used for educating young children with special needs. Requires a directed field experience. This course is co-listed with EDSP 5440. Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education Program and EDSP 4320  and EDSP 4370 . This is a professional education course.
  

  • EDSP 4450 - Curriculum and Methods for Teaching Students with Autism and Severe Developmental Disabilities II (3)

    Advanced teaching methodologies and curricula used in learning programs for individuals with severe forms of Autism Spectrum Disorders and individuals with Severe Developmental Disabilities. Prerequisite(s): EDSP 4330  and Admission to Teacher Education Program. This is a professional education course. Fall, in odd numbered years only
  

  • EDSP 4620 - Evaluation of Abilities and Achievement (3)

    Instruction in interpretation of individualized intelligence tests, formal and informal diagnostic procedures, and in prescriptive instruction. A directed clinical experience in the diagnostic assessment process for Individual Education Programs is required. Requires a directed field experience. This course is co-listed with EDSP 5620. Prerequisite(s): EDSP 2100 .  An additional fee is assessed for this course. This is a professional education course. Fall, Spring.
  

  • EDSP 4700 - IEP and the Law (3)

    Administrative procedures and policies needed in establishing a program of special education. Special emphasis is given to compliance with state and federal law. A directed clinical experience in the theory, process, and practice of IEP writing is included. This course is co-listed with EDSP 5690. Prerequisite(s): EDSP 4620  and Admission to Teacher Education Program or Speech Pathology major. This is a professional education course. Fall, Spring.

Sport Management
  

  • SM 1100 - Introduction to Sport Management (3)

    An introduction to the field of sport management, introducing the concepts, scope, organization and common practices in the sport management industry. 
  

  • SM 2300 - Leisure and Sport (3)

    Examination of the role of leisure services in the 21st century including an in-depth analysis of relevant concepts, industry dynamics, and trends. Prerequisite(s): SM 1100 .
  

  • SM 3210 - Sport and Media (3)

    Introduce students to the importance of sport to the mass media, the work of sport journalists and sport broadcasting. Students will gain factual knowledge about the sport industry and specifically the symbiotic relationship between sport and the media.  Prerequisite(s): SM 1100 .
  

  • SM 3500 - Sport Leadership (3)

    A study of leadership theories, concepts, and applications as they apply to athletic and sport organizations. This course will explore traits and behaviors of leaders, power and influence dynamics between leaders and led, leading groups, and effective sport organization processes. Prerequisite(s): SM 1100 .
  

  • SM 3600 - Sport Finance (3)

    Introduce the financial and managerial accounting concepts that apply to the sport business industry. Topics include:  revenues and expenses, budgeting methods, fund-raising, ownership and funding issues in sport, and other contemporary finance issues in sport. Prerequisite(s): SM 1100 .
  

  • SM 3700 - Sport Facility Management (3)

    An introduction to sport facility management, facility development, facility systems and operation, and facility administration. Prerequisite(s): SM 1100 .
  

  • SM 3720 - Managing Sport Events (3)

    An introduction to sport event management through a practical application of foundational concepts. Prerequisite(s): SM 1100 .
  

  • SM 4000 - Seminar in Sport Management (3)

    Study and discussion of professional issues, trends, and basic risk management principles in a seminar format. Prerequisite(s): junior or senior standing and approval of the instructor.
  

  • SM 4200 - Applied Sport Marketing (3)

    Examination of the elements of strategic sport marketing process and its applications to developing sport marketing plans. Topics include analysis of market contingencies, segmenting, targeting, and positioning, and various promotion and marketing mix strategies as they relate to organizations in the sport industry. Prerequisite(s): SM 1100  and MKT 3405 .
  

  • SM 4220 - Sport Sponsorship and Retention (3)

    Provide students with theoretical and empirical knowledge of sport sponsorship. Students will master topics including marketing, brand equity, marketing communication theories, sport sponsorship evaluations, and sport sponsorship proposals. Prerequisite(s): SM 1100  and SM 4200 .
  

  • SM 4300 - Recreational Sport Management (3)

    A study of theoretically based provisions of opportunities in recreational sport. Emphasis is on understanding all aspects of recreational sport programming. Prerequisite(s): SM 1100  and SM 2300 .
  

  • SM 4400 - Sport Communication (3)

    Provide an introduction to the area of sport communication. Topics include: historical and theoretical features of the field, sport information, public relations, media production, personal and organizational processes, sport media, services and support systems, and sociological and legal aspects. Prerequisite(s): SM 1100 .
  

  • SM 4980 - Internship (6)

    A 400-hour field experience applying sport management principles and theories in an approved sport management setting. May be repeated for a maximum of 12 semester hours. Prerequisite(s): SM 4000  and consent of instructor.

Technology
  

  • TECH 2040 - Calculus for Technology (3)

    Application of the fundamental concepts of differential and integral calculus to technology. Prerequisite(s): MATH 1111  ,MATH 1112 . An additional fee is associated with this course.
  

  • TECH 3050 - Technical Career Subjects (1-3)

    In-depth competency, skill development, and advanced concepts taught in formal course offerings through explorations of innovative techniques and procedures used in business and industry. May be repeated for a maximum of 12 semester hours. Prerequisite(s): consent of a review committee of three faculty members in the school. An additional fee is associated with this course.
  

  • TECH 4020 - Industrial Energy Management (3)

    Energy efficient techniques in a variety of industrial settings. An additional fee is associated with this course.
  

  • TECH 4050 - Equipment Installation and Maintenance (2)

    Technical problems in the installation of power equipment; care and maintenance of tools and machines; servicing school equipment; safety. An additional fee is associated with this course.

Theatre
  

  • THEA 1100 - Oral Interpretation GE (3)

    Skills used to convey the intellectual, emotional, and aesthetic values of literature to an audience.
    UCM General Education Competency: This course fulfills Foundational Skills Competency #2 in the Communication area of the UCM General Education Program.
  

  • THEA 1400 - Script Analysis (3)

    Structural and performance dimensions of the playscript. It will focus on the role of the various theatrical artists in developing an effective methodology and application for translating the playwright’s script into a public performance.
  

  • THEA 1500 - Acting (3)

    An extensive study in the theories and techniques of acting.
  

  • THEA 1510 - Stage Movement (3)

    An extensive study of the body’s use in theatrical performance; this class will work with expanding the imagination of bodily expression.
  

  • THEA 1520 - Stage Voice (3)

    Course is designed to improve and enhance the skills necessary for excellent stage vocal production. Exercises will focus on breath, resonance, articulation and speech dynamics.
  

  • THEA 1600 - Stagecraft (3)

    Lectures and laboratory experiences in the construction, painting, rigging and shifting of stage scenery. Scene shop work arranged as a portion of the course. An additional fee is associated with this course.
  

  • THEA 1610 - Stage Make-up (3)

    Materials and methods of application of make-up artistry for cosmetic and character effects on stage.
  

  • THEA 1900 - Theatre Practicum (1)

    Supervised work on selected problems in play direction, acting, scene design, scene construction, stage lighting, and business management. May be repeated for a maximum of 3 semester hours. Prerequisite(s): consent.
  

  • THEA 2400 - Discovering Theatre GE (3)

    An introductory examination of theatre and theatrical production, the work of the individual theatre artists involved in the process, and a survey of the drama and developments of major theatrical periods in theatre history.

    This course is equivalent to MOTR THEA 100A Theatre Appreciation in the Humanities & Fine Arts Knowledge Area.
  

  • THEA 2610 - Design Fundamentals (3)

    Survey of the concepts, applications, and techniques of theatrical design through study of the design areas in lighting, costume, scenic, make-up, hair, sound and properties.
  

  • THEA 2620 - Costume Technology (3)

    Lectures and laboratory experience in sewing, fabric modification, and the craftwork of costume construction. An additional fee is associated with this course.
  

  • THEA 2630 - Drafting for the Theatre (3)

    Provides students with modern drafting tools and standardized drafting techniques commonly used in theatrical drafting and visual communication for both design and technical purposes.
  

  • THEA 3220 - Children’s Theatre (3)

    The study and practice of producing plays for a children’s audience. Spring.
  

  • THEA 3500 - Advanced Scene Study (3)

    The course is designed to enhance the actor’s proficiency with character development within the genre of realism. Prerequisite(s): THEA 1500 .
  

  • THEA 3600 - Scene Design (3)

    Theory and practice of design as applied to scenery for modern theatrical production. Prerequisite(s): theatre majors, THEA 1600 ; art majors, ART 2330  or ART 3910 .
  

  • THEA 3610 - Costume Design (3)

    Theory and practice of costume design as applied to theatrical, musical and operatic productions of live theatre.
  

  • THEA 3620 - Lighting Design (3)

    Theory and practice of lighting design as it applies to the modern theatrical performance.
  

  • THEA 3630 - Studio Theatre I (1)

    Technical direction of a play in the Studio Theatre series at approximately the junior class level. Prerequisite(s): THEA 1500 , THEA 1600 , THEA 3700  and departmental consent.
  

  • THEA 3700 - Directing (3)

    Problems, principles, and employment of various directing styles, and the adaptation of directing techniques to various physical facilities. Prerequisite(s): THEA 1500  and THEA 1600 .
  

  • THEA 3900 - Special Topics in Theatre (1-3)

    Individual study and research on topics that are of special interest to the student. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 semester hours. Prerequisite(s): consent.
  

  • THEA 4300 - Professional Practices (1-6)

    Extended, supervised experiences in any phase of theatre production. Credit allowed will depend upon the nature and scope of the assignment. May be repeated for a maximum of 10 semester hours. Prerequisite(s): consent.
  

  • THEA 4310 - Principles of Theatre Management (3)

    An in-depth examination of the business theories and practices in modern educational, community, and professional theatre. Box office and publicity work are required.
  

  • THEA 4400 - Literature and History of the Theatre I (3)

    Works and writers for the stage from the beginning to 1700. The development of theatrical modes and presentation and their influences upon the drama of each period. Fall.
  

  • THEA 4420 - Literature and History of the Theatre II (3)

    Works and writers for the stage from 1700 to 1915. The development of theatrical modes and presentation and their influences upon the drama of each period. Spring.
  

  • THEA 4430 - American Musical Theatre History (3)

    History, literature and production of the American Musical.
  

  • THEA 4440 - Literature and History of the Theatre III (3)

    Works and writers for the stage from 1915 to present day. The development of theatrical modes and presentation and their influences upon the drama of each period.
  

  • THEA 4500 - Advanced Acting (3)

    An intensified study of characterization centering around the study of difficult roles, and the adaptation of acting techniques to various styles of acting. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 semester hours. Prerequisite(s): THEA 1500 .
  

  • THEA 4510 - Period Acting Styles (3)

    Examines the craft, methodology, resources and practice of acting in non-realistic (classical and contemporary) dramatic literature. Emphasis on analysis of stylistic determinants in dramatic literature. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 semester hours.
  

  • THEA 4600 - Advanced Technical Theatre (3)

    Advanced techniques in scenery construction and painting, plastics, and selection of stage equipment. Laboratory exercises will be required. Prerequisite(s): THEA 1600 .
  

  • THEA 4610 - Advanced Stage Lighting and Sound (3)

    Extensive investigation of stage lighting history and practices in the modern theatre and the study and use of live and recorded sound as a theatrical art. Prerequisite(s): THEA 1600 .
  

  • THEA 4620 - Period Research (3)

    Will examine the art, architecture, fashion, decorative arts, and music of Western Civilization from ancient Greece to modernity, and the intellectual, spiritual, social, and economic ideas that they reflect.
  

  • THEA 4710 - Advanced Directing (3)

    Extensive examination of special directing problems with comedy, tragedy, period drama, and the musical show in arena and proscenium theatres. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 semester hours. Prerequisite(s): THEA 3700 .
  

  • THEA 4730 - Studio Theatre II (1)

    Direction of a play in the Studio Theatre series at approximately the senior class level. Prerequisite(s): THEA 3630  and departmental consent.
  

  • THEA 4800 - Playwriting (1-3)

    Dramatic writing, dramatic theory, style dialogue exercises, characterization, with opportunity for the production of student plays. May be repeated for a maximum of 3 semester hours.
  

  • THEA 4810 - Musical Theatre Laboratory (3)

    Students refine their acting, singing and dancing techniques while developing the necessary skills to prepare audition materials and prepare for the professional world.
  

  • THEA 4900 - Repertory Theatre (3)

    Practical experience in theatre through participation in a summer repertory season of plays as an actor, a technician, or management personnel. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 semester hours. Prerequisite(s): enrollment by school approval only.
  

  • THEA 4910 - Senior Showcase (1)

    Senior Theatre Majors will present a public showcase performance or portfolio presentation. Course is part of the formative assessment process within Theatre.
  

  • THEA 4920 - Secondary Field Experience II (1)

    Experiences in the secondary school classroom that provide the teacher candidate more advanced involvement in the teaching-learning process. Prerequisite(s): admission to Teacher Education Program; should be taken concurrently with THEA 4984  during the Professional Semester. This is a professional education course.
  

  • THEA 4930 - Co-Curricular Practicum (2)

    Occurs during the first four weeks of the student teaching semester and is designed to ensure that teacher education candidates have mastered specific techniques for the coaching and administrating of Speech and Debate teams and for engaging in play production at the high school level. The one credit hour field experience course (THEA 4920 ) is taken concurrently with this course. THEA 4920  provides student teaching candidates opportunities to observe and interact with high school students in the classroom setting. In both courses, an increased emphasis is placed on teaching performance strategies as well as organizational and classroom and rehearsal management skills specific to the speech communication and theatre classroom in order to prepare students for their student teaching experience and subsequent teaching career.
  

  • THEA 4984 - Methods of Teaching Speech and Theatre (2)

    Prerequisite(s): admission to Teacher Education Program; double majors must take a methods course for each major; methods should be taken concurrently with THEA 4920  during the Professional Semester. This is a professional education course.

University Studies
  

  • UNIV 1240 - LSAT Test Preparation (1)

    Provides students with information about and practice with the types of questions asked on the LSAT. Strategies for successfully taking this test are also presented. Audit or P/F credit only. Spring.
  

  • UNIV 1250 - GRE Test Preparation (1)

    Designed to help students prepare to take the GRE by becoming more familiar with the test format used by GRE, the scoring system, and how to register for the test. Students will be provided with tips and strategies for answering questions in the verbal reasoning and quantitative reasoning sections, as well as practice for the two writing samples. Audit or P/F credit only. Fall, Spring.
  

  • UNIV 1400 - University Foundations (1)

    Designed to help the first-year student and those in transition to: actively explore critical thinking, develop a sense of belonging to UCM, develop self-awareness of social and civic responsibility, and gain a desire for lifelong learning. Fall, Spring.
  

  • UNIV 1410 - Exploring Majors and Careers (1)

    A career development course designed to introduce students to a wide range of academic programs and career options. Special emphasis is given to an exploration of self through the use of career assessments and individual career counseling sessions, as well as individual and group activities, discussions, and interviews specifically designed to facilitate a methodical approach to assist students with identifying “right fit” career options, and the academic paths that lead to those options. An additional fee is associated with this course. Fall, Spring.
  

  • UNIV 1800 - Special Projects (0.5-3)

    Individual or group study of material in special areas of interest. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 semester hours. Fall, Spring, Summer.
  

  • UNIV 1820 - Learning Strategies (2)

    Learning Strategies helps students develop college-level study skills. The course work emphasizes strategies for taking lecture notes, reading textbooks, managing time, setting goals, processing information, and taking tests. Course restricted to freshmen and sophomores or by instructor consent. Fall, Spring, Summer.
  

  • UNIV 1826 - Supplemental Instruction Lab (0)

    Supplemental Instruction is a structured learning lab for the designated course(s) in which the student is concurrently enrolled. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 semester hours. Fall, Spring.
  

  • UNIV 3000 - Career Readiness (1-2)

    This course will provide assistance for students in building and preparing their personal career readiness plan. The course will provide resources, activities and information on the eight National Association of College and Employers (NACE) career competencies: critical thinking/problem solving, oral/written communications, teamwork/collaboration, digital technology, leadership, professionalism/work ethic, career management, and global/intercultural fluency. 
  

  • UNIV 4001 - Research Writing & GRE Prep (1)

    Instruction in academic research and writing; preparation for taking the Graduate Record Exam. Required of and open only to students in UCM’s McNair Scholars Program Summer Research Internship.

Women, Gender and Sexuality
  

  • WGS 1050 - Women’s Voices GE (3)

    Exploring the gendered viewpoints and voices of a variety of writers, filmmakers, and activists. Although some of the focus of the course is women’s experiences, the course also expands the category to include a range of diverse perspectives. Course topics include: gender identity, feminism, media representation, body image and beauty ideals, reproductive rights, and trans* issues.  Prerequisite(s): This course fulfills Knowledge Competency #6 and reinforces Foundational Skills Competency #4 in the Fine Arts area of the UCM General Education Program.
  

  • WGS 2000 - Intersections: Gender, Race, Class GE (3)

    Explores how interactions of multiple social categories, including race, class, sexuality, and more, shape our experiences of gender. It utilizes an interdisciplinary social science approach drawing from sociology, history, political science, and other fields to examine the institutional bases of privilege and oppression in modern American society. The course places special emphasis on connecting scholarship to our lived experiences and considering how we can create change in our lives and society.     
    UCM General Education Competency: This course fulfills Knowledge Competency #8 and reinforces Foundational Skills Competency #1 in the Social & Behavioral Sciences area of the UCM General Education Program.
  

  • WGS 2050 - Sexuality, Identity & Social Action GE (3)

    Explores major debates over sexuality from an interdisciplinary perspective asking questions about identity, power, and cultural difference. Considers the role of social action in a plural society.
    UCM General Education Competency: This course fulfills Knowledge Competency #9 and Foundational Skills Competency #4 in the Engagement area of the UCM General Education Program.
  

  • WGS 3000 - Sex & Society (3)

    Examines a range of topics focusing on how sex, sexuality, and gender function in society. With variable titles and themes, the course may employ a range of different approaches, depending on instructor. Examples of course themes may include: histories of sex and gender, Masculinity Studies, porn studies, rape culture, medicine & health, reproductive justice, beauty, disability, and more. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 semester hours.
  

  • WGS 3100 - Gender, Literature, and Pop Culture (3)

    Explores popular culture through representation of gender and sexuality within fiction, theater, cinema, radio, music, television, comics, journalism, and other mass media. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 semester hours.
 

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