Alphabetical by department: |A|B|C|D|E|F|G|H|I|J|K|L|M|N|O|P|Q|R|S|T| These Washburn courses have been identified as Diverse-- ALLIED HEALTH AL 100 Introduction to Health Care (3) An introduction to health care, including an overview of the various health care professions and professional associations, ethical and legal responsibilities, communication methods, patient assessment techniques, basic medical terminology and other fundamental skills. ANTHROPOLOGY AN 112 Cultural Anthropology (3) A nontechnical survey of the diversity of human culture, including: technoenvironmental adaptation, social and political organization, belief systems and aesthetics. AN 120/MU 106 Introduction to World Music (3) A survey of music from cultures around the world from musical and anthropological perspectives. *This course has been approved as a multi-cultural course by the Department of Education. AN 207/SO 207 Race and Ethnic Group Relations (3) How racial and ethnic group contacts are resolved, including expulsion, annihilation, segregation, assimilation and pluralism. Social power and intergroup conflict are emphasized. A major segment is devoted to discrimination and racism in the United States. Prerequisite: SO100 or AN112. Available periodically as a TV course titled "Dealing with Diversity". AN 313 Religion, Magic and Witchcraft (3) A cross-cultural examination of the many ways in which human beings have conceived of the "supernatural", including magic or religious beliefs and practices in both the non-Western and Western worlds. Major theories about the origins and social functions of such beliefs and practices will be explored. Prerequisite: AN 112 or consent. AN 321 Anthropology of Women (3) The roles and statuses of women around the world are examined in the three sub-systems of culture -material, social and ideational- including in-depth studies of women in horticultural, peasant, and modern societies. Prerequisite: AN 112 or consent of instructor. AN 324 History and Theory of Anthropology (3) The course explores the development of key themes in anthropology, such as the origins of the human species, the "nature-nurture" debate, the sources of cultural diversity, and the direction of social change. The approaches of various influential thinkers are compared and contrasted, and the major current "schools of thought" are clarified. One of two capstone courses required of Anthropology majors. Prerequisite: declared major, junior/senior standing, or consent. AN 333 Culture and Personality (3) Cultural, social and psychological dimensions of significant relationships that affect personality development. Attention will be given to cross-cultural studies of personality. Prerequisite: SO 100 and AN 112; PY 100. AN 336 Work, & Life in a Changing Economy (3) An examination of changes now taking place in economic life around the world and their impact upon employers, workers, and consumers. Topics include workplace unrest, the "global assembly line", the impact of multinational corporations, and practical ethical problems raised by international marketing and management. Prerequisite: AN 112 or consent. AN 337 Creativity and Society: Anthropology & "The Arts" (3) An exploration of the relationship between the artist, "the arts", and the wider society. Considers what constitutes "creativity" in different cultures, how the artist's role varies, and the social functions served by visual art, music, literature, dance, drama, and other expressive forms. Cases are drawn from a wide range of culture, including the contemporary U.S. Prerequisite: AN 112 or consent. AN 340 Childhood and Society (3) A cross-cultural survey of how the phenomenon of "childhood" is defined, viewed, and experienced in various societies around the world. Prerequisite: AN 112. Return to Top of Page ART AR309 Art of Africa, Precolumbian America, Native North America (3) A survey of the major arts produced by these non-Western cultures. AR310 Art of Asia (3) A survey of the major traditions of art in Asia from neolithic times through the 19th century. BUSINESS BU 315 Legal Environment of Business (3) Legal process, nature and sources of the law, government regulation and administrative law as they affect business. Prerequisites: EC 202 and 2.0 GPA, and 54 hours. BU 342 Organization and Management (3) Decision making, communication and leadership in business organizations. Emphasis is given to the development of management, organizational structures, organizational dynamics, the impact of environmental forces and use of analytical tools in the performance of the management function. Prerequisites: EC 202; two out of three of the following: AN 112, PY 100, and SO 100; 2.0 GPA; and 54 hours. BU 345 Human Resources Management (3) The principles and practices of sound employee relations with emphasis upon the selection, development and morale of employees. Prerequisites: EC 202 and 54 hours. BU 346 Organizational Behavior (3) Review of theory and research related to work behavior in organizations with focus on individual and group behavior. Prerequisites: PY 100 or SO 100, and 54 hours. BU 355 International Business (3) The global economic and political environment in which international trade and investment activities as conducted by multinational and national business organizations. Examination of the international dimensions of the areas of finance, management, marketing, operations, and business strategy. Prerequisites: AC 224, EC 202, and 54 hours. BU 360 Principles of Marketing (3) Marketing concepts and their relevance to organizational objectives and methods of operation. Marketing environment, marketing mix, marketing planning, strategy implementation, and assessment of marketing performance. Emphasis on improving marketing performance in a socially and ethically responsible manner, Prerequisites: EC 202, 2.0 GPA, and 54 hours. BU 361 Principles of Retailing (3) Structural organization for retailing and the functional activities involved. Principles of site selection, staffing, planning, pricing, buying merchandise, sales promotion and expense management are included. Prerequisite: BU 360. BU 362 Marketing Research (3) Techniques by which industries and individual firms seek to coordinate buying with consumer demand. Application of research techniques to various marketing problems. Prerequisites: BU 360 and EC 211 (or MA 343). BU 364 Consumer Behavior (3) The behavior of buyers of goods and services. An examination will be made of theories, concepts, methods and research findings of other disciplines and a study of the relation of these findings to management decision making. Industrial and consumer buying behavior will be considered within the context of the course. Prerequisite: BU 360. Return to Top of Page CRIMINAL JUSTICE CJ 355 Women in Criminal Justice (3) An overview of the theories and facts on female criminality, employment practices and on-the-job problems that affect female criminal justice workers, and factors relative to female victims of crime. CJ 365 Police and the Community (3) Relevant literature and the scope of the problem, psychological and sociological considerations; and viable programs that effectively improve communications between the police and the public. CJ 390 Special Topics: Diversity in American Culture (1-3) Topics will vary from semester to semester and will be announced in advance. May be taken for more than one semester for variable credit. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. ECONOMICS EC 341 Labor Economics (3) Labor markets and labor relations in the United States including supply and demand analysis, wage and income determination, discrimination and labor relations. Prerequisites: EC 202 and 54 hours. EC 350 Labor Law and Legislation (3) The statutory, judicial and administrative law pertaining to labor-management relations. Prerequisites: EC 202 and 54 hours. EC 388 Urban and Regional Economics (3) The location of economic activity for firms, industries and cities used as a base for considering regional growth and decline and urban economic structure, problems and policies. Prerequisites: EC 202 and 54 hours. EC 410 International Economics (3) The theory of international trade and finance. Consideration of current problems in United States foreign trade. Prerequisites: EC 202 and 54 hours. EC 443 Labor Relations (3) Labor relations and collective bargaining including the history, structure, and policies of labor organizations. Mediation and arbitration are considered. Prerequisite: EC 341. Return to Top of Page ENGLISH EN 110 Reading in the Literature of Minorities (3) Prose, poetry, drama of such American minorities as Blacks, Native Americans, Chicanos, Puerto-Ricans, and Jews. EN 133 Stories Around the World (3) Focuses on the fiction of authors from Asia, Africa, Europe, Latin America, and/or Australia. EN 214/514 Women in Literature (3) Literature by and about women from the classical to the contemporary. EN 320 Literature
for Young Adults (3) The study of books read
by young adults between the ages of 12 and 18, covering the history of
young adult literature, the relationship between children's and young
adult literature, censorship and selection, and teaching methods. EN 360 World Literature I (3) Readings in the great works of world literature in translation (from Europe, Asia, Latin America, Africa) from ancient times to 1600. EN 361 World Literature II (3) Readings in the great works of world literature in translation from 1600 to present. Return to Top of Page HISTORY HI 100 Survey of Early World History (3) Stone-age origins to c. 1200 CE. Basic introductory survey of earliest eras of world cultures and history. Covers late pre-history; first and classical age civilizations of Mediterranean, Asia, and Americas; and emerging peripheral cultures and civilizations of Africa, Asia, Europe and Americas. HI 101 Changing World History: Traditions and Transformations (3) Basic introductory survey of world developments, c. 1200-1750 CE. Begins with Mongol conquests. Continues with resurgence and change in established civilizations of Asia, Africa, Europe and Americas. Traces emergence and impact of modernizing West, early era of world explorations and empire building, and development of global trading networks. HI 102 Modern World History (3) Basic introductory survey of world developments, c. 1750 to present. Begins with industrialization and political change in the West, producing technologically-advanced Western economic, social and political world dominance. Traces power, processes of decolonization, emerging late 20th-century world economies, states and societies. HI 111,112 History of the United States I, II (3 each) The basic survey of American history which satisfies general education requirements, introduces students to the study of the past and familiarizes them with records of American experiences. It exposes students to political, economic, social and intellectual forces shaping the American heritage and contributing to the nation's development. First semester: origins of settlement through Reconstruction; Second semester: emergence of an urban, industrial society after the Civil War to the present. HI 229/329 The Civil Rights Movement (3) Examines the way black and white Americans have redefined race relations. Concentrates on the era between the mid-1950s and 1970s. Draws heavily on the PBS series "Eyes on the Prize" supplemented by outside readings, lectures, films, presentations. Class discussion comprises a significant portion of the course. To receive 300-level credit students must complete an outside project. Prerequisites: HI 229 none; HI 329, 3 hrs. HI or consent. HI 303 Colonial America to 1763 (3) Study of the age of exploration and the establishment of the original colonies. Emphasis will be given to the British colonies of the western hemisphere, but the course will also include those colonies of other nations as they affect American growth and development. It will include a broad treatment of social, political, economic and intellectual forces to 1763. Prerequisite: HI 111 or consent. HI 307/507 The American Civil War: 1848-1877 (3) A survey of the sectional crisis beginning with the conclusion of the Mexican War in 1848 to resolution of the crisis by 1877. Themes include: the nature of Northern and Southern societies; the political crisis of the 1850s; the relative military strengths of each side; the major battles and campaigns; the Northern and Southern home fronts; the role African-Americans played in their own liberation; the process by which reconstruction first emerged and then collapsed. Prerequisite: 3 hrs. HI or consent. HI 315/515 Women in U.S. History (3) American women's history from the nineteenth century to the present with an emphasis on their role in history, and how it has been affected by social, economic, and political changes. Prerequisite: 3 hrs. HI or consent. HI 317/517 Topeka and Urban American History (3) Explores the development of Topeka within the context of urban growth in America. The first half focuses on individuals, groups, institutions, and ideas that define the nation's urban ex-perience, while the second half weaves Topeka into the pattern. Prerequisite: 3 hrs. HI or consent. HI 320 The American West (3) Focuses on the development of the west as a region. It addresses innovative institutions and practices, the changing environment, and the diversity and interaction of cultures. Prerequisite: 3 hrs. HI or consent. HI 327 The American South (3) Since Jamestown, the South has been a region with a different character and history from the rest of America. Course examines the emergence of the South as a unique region, its path toward secession and Civil War, postwar developments, the Civil Rights movement, and the contemporary South. Prerequisite: 3 hrs. HI or consent. HI 328/528 African American History (3) The black experience in America from African origins to the present. Themes to be emphasized include: the process of enslavement, the emergence of African-American culture, the nature of slavery, the struggle for freedom, the migration to the North, the Civil Rights movement, and contemporary issues. Prerequisite: 3 hrs. HI or consent. HI 360/560 History of Mexico (3) Origins of Mexican Civilization in the blending of the Indian and Spanish races and civilizations and the historical development of that civilization to the present. The interaction of physical, economic, political and social forces in the shaping of that civilization is emphasized. Prerequisite: 3 hrs. HI or consent. HI 362 History of Latin America (3) Emergence of Latin American Civilization in the 16th and 17th centuries and its response to the challenges of the modern world. An important component of the course is the interplay of physical, economic, political and social forces in the shaping of that civilization. Prerequisite: 3 hrs. HI or consent. HI 370/570 Modern Africa, c. 1700-Present (3) Covers the basic developments in subsaharan African history since 1700. Begins with the intensification of slave trading, widening trade networks within Africa and linking Africa to the Atlantic world and continues with the New Imperialist conquest of Africa and its consequences from the 19th century on. Closes with the rise of nationalist movements, decolonization and formation of independent states in Africa. Prerequisite: 3 hrs. HI or consent. HI 380/580 Women in World History (3) Surveys major figures, philosophies, patterns and events shaping women's changing roles and status within human society, origins of civilization to current industrial society. Traditional civilizations covered include Classical Mediterranean World, Confucian Asia, and Islam; significant emphasis will also be placed on understanding the impact of industrialization and modern political revolution both within the west and in the developing world. Prerequisite: 3 hrs. HI or consent HI 381/PY 381 The History and Psychology of Sex and Gender (3) Team taught by a historian and a psychologist. Surveys historic and current experience of being male and female within changing western society. Examines past roles and ideas about distinctions between sexes and surveys current psychological research in the area. Prerequisite: 3 hrs. Soc. Sci. or consent. See Psychology for cross-listing. Return to Top of Page INTERNATIONAL STUDIES Courses in: French
(FR) LAW LW 700 Contracts I (3) Begins with the history and development of the common law of contracts and continues through recent legislative initiatives in the form of the Uniform Commercial Code. The first course in contracts concentrates on principles of contract formation with an introduction to contractual remedies. LW 701 Contracts II (3) The second course in contracts continues with the history and development of the common law as well as with the Uniform Commercial Code. The course concentrates on Article II of the Uniform Commercial Code stressing statutory structure and transactional analysis. Analysis of common law development in other areas continues. LW 750 Criminal Procedure (3) An examination of the role of law and the Constitution in police investigation covering in depth most of the important Fourth and Fifth Amendment limitations on police investigative practices. Case analysis combined with the problem analysis method encourages students to examine important legal issues from various perspectives and viewpoints and recreates the lawyer's experience in analyzing, distinguishing and reconciling legal authorities in the process of advising clients and preparing for litigation in criminal cases. LW 786 Employment Discrimination (3) This course focuses on the theory and practice of Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, sex, religion, national origin, and color. Sexual harassment law receives considerable attention. Coverage of process and procedure includes examination of the growing use of alternative dispute resolution to resolve discrimination claims. Other statutes such as the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act are studied, but because their basic structure is parallel to Title VII, they require less discussion. LW 812 Law and Human Rights (2-3) The seminar explores the competing perspectives on the concept of human rights, the libertarian versus the authoritarian view, and their impact on the domestic legal orders of member states. The seminar also examines the role of law as an "effective weapon," used by states, to protect as well as to violate human rights. The case study focuses upon apartheid, genocide, torture and mass-scale expulsions. Variable credit, see course schedule. LW 841 Native
American Law (3) This course focuses on the
framework which bears upon Native Americans and Indian reservation transactions.
The course explores the Native Americans and the federal government, powers
of tribal government, Indian civil rights, Indian lands, water and mineral
development, Bureau of Indian Affairs authority, and federal/state conflicts
regarding jurisdiction over Indians and Indian affairs. Return to Top of Page LEGAL ASSISTANT LG 100 Introduction to Legal Terminology (3) Introduction of the legal assistant to legal terminology. Study of course topics will include a survey of the law of torts, contracts, criminal law, real and personal property, probate law, agency, corporations and procedural law. LG 200 Legal Writing (3) The various forms of legal writing are the focus of this course, including letters, memoranda, motions and briefs. Students will learn further research techniques, including an introduction to computerized legal research. Practical writing projects are included. Prerequisite: LG 110. MUSIC MU 101 American Popular Music (3) A survey of 20th Century American and African-American derived music styles. The survey will include popular, country, jazz, and rock-related styles considered from musical, historical, and social viewpoints. Planned primarily for non-music majors. MU 103 Jazz History (3) The materials and structure of jazz music with an emphasis on listening skills. Includes New Orleans, Chicago, Swing, Bop, Free-form and Fusion styles. Frequent use of recordings and live demonstration and performance. MU 106/AN 120 Introduction to World Music (3) A survey of music from cultures around the world from musical and anthropological perspectives. *This course has been approved as a multi-cultural course by the Department of Education. Return to Top of Page NURSING NU 307 Family
Health (2) This course
will explore the relationship between health and illness and the impact
on the family unit. The intent of this course is to familiarize the student
with family nursing concepts that will facilitate assessment of the family
and aid understanding of family NU 332 Transcultural Nursing (elective)(2) An overview of cultural beliefs, values, and life styles that influence health care delivery in a variety of cultures. Historical development of the major non-western and western health systems with implications for nursing practice. The influence of the cultural values of the nurse and the client as they affect the nursing process. NU 333 (was 369) Integrative Healing Modalities (elective)(2) An overview course that examines popular health care systems such as Chinese Medicine, Naturopathy and Homeopathy which go beyond the traditional medical model and illness-focused care. The course explores theories about beliefs and lets participants practice/ experience different modalities, including progressive muscle relaxation, guided imagery, yoga, Tai Chi, acupuncture, biofeed-back, therapeutic touch, massage, and herbal and botanical medicine. Open to nursing and other disciplines. NU 377 Nursing in the United Kingdom (elective)(3) Three-week international nursing experience in Nottingham, England at Queen's Medical Centre and in London, England. Clinical experiences planned for hospital nursing, community health nursing and nursing history. NU 392M Public Health Science (for Public Health Certification only)(3) The combined didactic and clinical course is designed to study the nature and multifaceted field of public health services globally, as well as in the United States. Clinical practicum includes application of population focused services in the public health service setting with an emphasis on levels of prevention and control of illness and diseases within cultural groups. NU 482 Community/Public Health Nursing (3) Introduction to basic tenets of public health theory and epidemiology. Analyzes facts and beliefs about health, global health care services and health care delivery systems related to community/public health. Examines social, cultural, historical, professional and legislative issues and complex community systems and strategies for intervention. NU 483 Community/Public Health Nursing Practicum (2) A population-focused clinical course using public health science emphasizing an epidemiologic approach in community health assessment and program planning, implementation and evaluation to meet the health care needs of high-risk aggregates. The focus is on providing culturally relevant care, addressing levels of prevention, identifying and reducing health risks and improving the health of aggregate groups and populations. NU 492M National and Global Strategies in Health Care (for Public Health Certification only) (3) The course is designed as an internship in the United States and/or an international community. The internship emphasizes one's own social behavior and cultural competence as well as the opportunity for immersion in the community. A seminar component on international and US public health is included. The internship is designed as a faculty-supervised internship with selected preceptors in public health agencies. Return to Top of Page PHILOSOPHY PH 102 Introduction to Moral Problems (3) Rational decision- making procedures in moral theory and their application to specific moral problems and problem areas; e.g. racism and sexism; the moral status of animals; moral issues in sexual orientation. PH 115 Philosophy of Love and Sex (3) An introduction to philosophical thinking about human love and sexual relationships. The course will examine fundamental questions such as "What is Love?" and "What is Perversion?" It will also raise moral questions dealing with the proper role and circumstances of sex, and deal with socio-sexual issues such as pornography and the sexist implications of sex. PHYSICAL EDUCATION PE 311 Motor Development and Lab (3) Examination of current theories of motor development with emphasis on stages of fundamental motor skills. Identification of the milestones of physical growth and development, assessment instruments and appropriate teaching techniques for normal and developmentally delayed children. Teaching of preschool children and intermediate children needing remedial motor education is required in the laboratory setting. PE 340 Adapted Physical Education (3) Adapted and corrective programs and techniques for students with developmental delays and/or mental and physical disabilities. Emphasis upon inclusion in the regular physical education program. Practicum within the public school setting and the Special Olympics program are required. PSYCHOLOGY PY 100 Basic Concepts in Psychology (3) An introduction to fundamental areas of Psychology including an overview of the concepts and methods of such areas as perception, learning, motivation, memory, development, personality, abnormal and social. PY 231 Abnormal Psychology (3) A survey of the origins, processes and diagnostic characteristics of representative syndromes of maladaptive behavior. Prerequisite: PY 100 or 101. PY 381/HI 381The History and Psychology of Sex and Gender (3) Surveys historic and current experience of being male and female within changing Western society. The course will examine past ideas fostering distinctions between sexes, as well as surveying current Psychological research in this area. This course will be team taught by a historian and a psychologist. Prerequisite: 3 hours of Social Science or consent. Of PY 381 and HI 381 only one may be taken for credit. See History for cross-listing. Return to Top of Page RELIGION RG 102 World Religions (3) The major world religions are studied in terms of their historical, social, and cultural contexts. SOCIOLOGY SO 207/AN 207 Race and Ethnic Group Relations (3) How racial and ethnic group contacts are resolved, including expulsion, annihilation, segregation, assimilation and pluralism. Social power and intergroup conflict are emphasized. A major segment is devoted to discrimination and racism in the United States. Prerequisite: SO100 or AN112. Available periodically as a TV course titled "Dealing with Diversity". TECHNOLOGY ADMINISTRATION TA 310 Technology and Society (3) Provides students a critical examination of selected areas of technology and their impact on the workforce. Topics will include invention and product development, communications, construction, transportation, biomedical, environmental and future technologies. Prerequisites: EN 208 or current enrollment. Return to Top of Page |