Courses about Diversity and Inclusion

This course provides students with foundational knowledge of Critical Race Theory as a lens to understand race and ethnicity as socially, culturally, and historically constructed realities that sustain unequal distribution of political and socioeconomic power and inform constructions of identity and community. Students will gain skills to work toward an anti-racist and socially just society. This class counts as general education in the social sciences.

An overview of the role of various health care professions, ethical and legal responsibilities, patient communication methods, cultural competence, patient assessment techniques, medical terminology, electronic health records and preventative health care. Through role playing and case studies, students learn how the various members of the health care team interact and communicate with one another in order to provide the most efficient and effective delivery of patient care. Additional technical competencies included in this course are: assessment of vital signs, safe body mechanics, patient transfers and safety, basic first aid, standard and transmission-based infection precautions.

An overview of the role of various health care professions, ethical and legal responsibilities, patient communication methods, cultural competence, patient assessment techniques, medical terminology, electronic health records and preventative health care. Through role playing and case studies, students learn how the various members of the health care team interact and communicate with one another in order to provide the most efficient and effective delivery of patient care. Additional technical competencies included in this course are: assessment of vital signs, safe body mechanics, patient transfers and safety, basic first aid, standard and transmission-based infection precautions.

Students will learn about contemporary global cultures to develop a culturally relative understanding of and appreciation for diverse societies. Students will explore major domains of culture (such as economics, kinship, social stratification, political organization, communication, and religion) and the impact of globalization and colonialism on culture. Finally, students will explore how anthropological work is applied to contemporary social problems. This course counts for general education in the social sciences.

Students will learn about contemporary global cultures to develop a culturally relative understanding of and appreciation for diverse societies. Students will explore major domains of culture (such as economics, kinship, social stratification, political organization, communication, and religion) and the impact of globalization and colonialism on culture. Finally, students will explore how anthropological work is applied to contemporary social problems. This course counts for general education in the social sciences.

Cultural Anthropology is the study of all of the diverse human cultures around the globe. In this course, we'll explore our cultural similarities and differences. We will read and watch films about cultures from all over the world including Papua New Guinea, China, Siberia, Somalia, and even right here in Kansas! You’ll learn how anthropologists use their unique perspective to study cultures and why understanding globalization and the impact of colonialism is so important. AN112 is a required course for many minors including AAADS and LACLS. This course is fully online and asynchronous; There are no required on-campus meetings or Zoom meetings. This course counts for general education in the social sciences.

Cultural Anthropology is the study of all of the diverse human cultures around the globe. In this course, we'll explore our cultural similarities and differences. We will read and watch films about cultures from all over the world including Papua New Guinea, China, Siberia, Somalia, and even right here in Kansas! You’ll learn how anthropologists use their unique perspective to study cultures and why understanding globalization and the impact of colonialism is so important. AN112 is a required course for many minors including AAADS and LACLS. This course is fully online and asynchronous; There are no required on-campus meetings or Zoom meetings. This course counts for general education in the social sciences.

This course will introduce students to the theories and methods of archaeological science to understand how archaeological remains are used to interpret human prehistory. This course covers what archaeology has revealed about the evolution and experience of humankind from the origins of stone-tool use to the emergence of complex societies around the world. This course counts for general education in the social sciences. 

This course counts toward general education credit in the social sciences.

This course focuses on human biology within the framework of biocultural evolution. Students will investigate the biological aspects of human life through the study of principles of evolution, genetics, adaptation, and human variation. Using fossil evidence this course will explore the evolutionary history of human ancestors and nonhuman primates. This course counts for general education in the social sciences.

This course focuses on human biology within the framework of biocultural evolution. Students will investigate the biological aspects of human life through the study of principles of evolution, genetics, adaptation, and human variation. Using fossil evidence this course will explore the evolutionary history of human ancestors and nonhuman primates. This course counts as general education in the social sciences.

This course introduces students to the interdisciplinary academic discipline of community studies. Topics include the importance of understanding self and place, theories of community change, basic community-based research methods, and the importance of civic engagement.

As a survey of the diverse prehistoric cultures and environments of North America, this course will examine economic, technological, and organizational changes from the earliest hunter-gatherers to pre-Colombian complex societies. Students will gain an understanding of the history and theory of North American archaeology and explore experimental archaeological techniques through ancient tool making. This class counts as general education in the social sciences.

In this course, students will examine the recent past through material remains of societies that also have some form of written evidence. Students will also learn about historic preservation, museum curation methods, and historic interpretation for public archaeology. Prerequisite: AN 114 or consent of instructor. Cross-listed as HI-300 and KS-399. Specifically for Health & Healing, we will examine case studies of the intersection of colonialism and archaeology in Kansas. We will familiarize ourselves with archaeological collections associated with this theme by examining artifacts held at the Kansas Historical Society. We will discuss ways to heal the colonial past, what it means to “decolonize” museum spaces, and how to bring a multivocality to artifacts and objects from the historic past of Kansas. There will also be several options for field trips to nearby archaeological sites that have violent histories; we will ask: how can these landscapes serve as places of healing?  

A survey of major monuments and movements in the history of art from Paleolithic through Medieval times. This course counts for general education in the creative and performing arts and humanities. 

A survey of major monuments and movements in the history of art from Paleolithic through Medieval times. This course counts for general education in the creative and performing arts and humanities. 

Major monuments and movements in Western Art from the Proto-Renaissance through the arts of today. This class counts as general education in the creative and performing arts and humanities.

A survey of major monuments and movements in the history of art from Paleolithic through Medieval times. This is a General Ed Creative Performing, General Ed Humanities, and Critical and Creative Thinking course. This course counts for general education in the creative and performing arts and humanities. 

The major principles and ideas of art, with emphasis on different purposes art has served in both Western and non- Western cultures. Course is for non-art majors. This course counts for general education in the creative and performing arts and humanities. 

Introduction to ceramics as creative media for utilitarian and expressive purposes. Course content includes forming techniques, the nature of clay and glazes, firing principles and ceramic history. Creative Thinking will be practiced and assessed as part of the ceramic process. Prerequisite: None. Course is for non-art majors. This course counts for general education in the creative and performing arts and humanities. 

A survey of the major traditions of art in Asia from Neolithic times through the 19th century. This course counts for general education in the creative and performing arts and humanities.

Creative activity in the outdoor environment. Students consult with instructor regarding media choice and expressive intent.

A qualitative study of stellar, galactic, and extragalactic astronomy and cosmology surveying what is known and how it is known. This course counts toward general education requirements in the natural sciences.

What is a "complex" carbohydrate? Are trans fats really bad for you? Can a cure for aging really be found in our chromosomes? If questions like this intrigue you, then you will find a lot of interesting answers in BI100. Introductory Bio is a great choice for students who want to earn General Education credit in the Natural Sciences, while learning about cell biology, nutrition, genetics and different living species. The course covers a broad variety of biology topics in a relatable and engaging way. The schedule is suitably flexible to accommodate different needs, but with regular due dates to keep students on pace with the material. 

This Introduction to Biology Health Emphasis course is designed to teach beginning students the foundations of biology that are necessary to understand future coursework in anatomy, physiology, and microbiology. We will explore basic biological concepts by focusing on the biology of the humans, e.g., we'll study cellular respiration as it relates to cardiovascular disease. Students will watch pre-recorded lectures and then take online exams. This will be the 8th summer I've taught this course in this format. This course provides 3 credits toward the General Education Natural Sciences requirements and is the first biology course required by many students, e.g., Pre-Nursing, Allied Health, Kinesiology. The course is entirely online.

An introduction to the collection, processing and testing of biological evidence during forensic investigations. Topics include: the use of biological samples in crime scene investigation, molecular biology techniques used to detect biological samples, and evaluating the strength of DNA profiling. This course counts for general education natural sciences. 

Survey of key concepts of animal behavior, including the role of genetics, physiology, endocrinology, ecology, and evolution play in shaping the complex behaviors animals exhibit. Focus on animal behavior over human behavior. General Ed Natural Science. This course counts for general education in the natural sciences. 

Examination of natural ecosystem functioning and the results of human activities. Impacts examined include those associated with hazardous and toxic chemical exposure, food production, fossil fuel energy use, climate change and renewable/clean energy use. This course counts for general education in the natural sciences for non-science majors.

The structure and function of a natural environment and the impact of humans on that environment. Topics include population and food, various pollution problems, energy problems, and possible solutions. Not applicable toward credit for biology major requirements. This counts as a general education in the natural sciences.

Examination of natural ecosystem functioning and the results of human activities. Impacts examined include those associated with hazardous and toxic chemical exposure, food production, fossil fuel energy use, climate change and renewable/clean energy use. This course counts for general education in the natural sciences for non-science majors.

Do you need to enroll in BI 206 as a prerequisite for Nursing School? Or perhaps you want to attend Dental Hygiene School? Take microbiology during the summer at Washburn! This 8-week course will deliver high-quality microbiology instruction that will help prepare you to be on the front lines of fighting infectious disease in your healthcare profession. Another benefit: taking this course at Washburn will enhance the competitiveness of your application to WU’s Nursing program!

The basic characteristics of microbes and an analysis of their effects on humans. Emphasis on human medical microbiology. Basic microbiological techniques, with an emphasis on those used in medicine. Developed primarily for students majoring in nursing. Not applicable toward credit for biology major requirements. Three lectures and one three-hour laboratory per week. 

Human anatomy is designed to provide a background in human anatomy and anatomical terminology. The course does not have set meeting times, but will require you to accomplish tasks/assignments every M,T,W, and R to keep you on track. The hardback anatomy book is not required, instead an online learning platform called Mastering A&P will have all the resources necessary needed (including an e-text).

In Human Physiology we learn the basics of how the human body functions. We combine basic knowledge with application, so that students will learn critical thinking skills and problem solving. The balance of in person/remote learning will depend upon the current COVID situation. Students will need to come to lab (assuming we are able to meet in person) so that they can perform the laboratory experiments. We will also have lectures/class times in person (again assuming we can physically be in class.) This is not a general education class, but is a pre-requisite for classes in multiple programs.

In Human Physiology we learn the basics of how the human body functions. We combine basic knowledge with application, so that students will learn critical thinking skills and problem solving. The balance of in person/remote learning will depend upon the current COVID situation. Students will need to come to lab (assuming we are able to meet in person) so they can perform the laboratory experiments. We will also have lectures/class times in person (again assuming we can physically be in class.) This is not a general education class, but is a prerequisite for classes in multiple programs.

This is a lecture and lab course designed to provide nursing and pre-professional students with a strong anatomy background before entering their specific program. All aspects of anatomy will be covered (surface, gross, microscopic, developmental) with specific emphasis on microscopic and gross anatomy. Major organ systems emphasized are: skeletal, muscular, nervous, circulatory, digestive, renal and reproductive. The lab aspect involves working with human cadaveric specimens, numerous models and replicas of organs, and microscope slides.

This is the lab portion of BI275.

This course explores the diversity and evolutionary relationships of both living and extinct plant species. Students will learn how to analyze and interpret various types of data to understand how and why various plant groups have changed through time. Particular attention will be given to field identification of common plants found in a range of habitats throughout Kansas. Students will also gain practical experience in how to properly collect, prepare, and manage museum-quality specimens. This is is a field-based course that requires students to spend time finding plants where they grow. It is also one of the course options for students who are pursuing the museum studies minor.

Classical and molecular mechanisms of inheritance in individuals, families, and populations. Topics include genetics of behavior, outcomes of gene and chromosomal mutations, cancer genetics, genetic counseling, personalized genomics, and issues and application of current gene and reproductive technologies. This is an 8-week online course.

This course is intended to give students who aspire to go to medical school, dental school or post graduate human anatomy programs a chance to gain experience dissecting and learning human cadaveric anatomy. This is a five week summer course that covers the dissection of the entire human cadaver. Focus of dissection is primarily on muscle and joint anatomy, but includes thoracic and abdominopelvic organs along with vascular dissection and identification. Student evaluation is based on participation and dissection skills.

This is an introductory course in international business. The basic content of the course includes (1) an overview of the means of conducting international business, with an emphasis on what makes international different from domestic, (2) the effects of the social systems within countries on the conduct of international business, (3) understanding the terms and their meanings used in international business, (4) the dynamic interface between countries and companies attempting to conduct foreign business activities, and (5) corporate strategy alternatives for global operations. 

This is an introductory course in international business. The basic content of the course includes (1) an overview of the means of conducting international business, with an emphasis on what makes international different from domestic, (2) the effects of the social systems within countries on the conduct of international business, (3) understanding the terms and their meanings used in international business, (4) the dynamic interface between countries and companies attempting to conduct foreign business activities, and (5) corporate strategy alternatives for global operations. 

Critical assessment of practices in managing a culturally diverse workforce. Applications of culture to ethics and values across the globe, communication, motivation, dispute resolution, and human resource management.

First-hand business experience acquired in an international setting. Analysis of business problems, ideas, opportunities, techniques, and strategies in an international context. Emphasizes changes in competition and market structure abroad. Washburn students will work in teams with foreign students to solve a problem for an overseas company. With approval, this course may be taken for credit more than once. 

This course emphasizes the history, philosophy and major theories of chemistry as they apply to current forensic analytical techniques. This course counts as general education requirements in the natural sciences.

This course is designed to explore the relationship between culture and the criminal justice system. Emphasis is given to understanding the historical, theoretical, and structural perspectives of racial/ethnic and minority groups in society.

This course is designed to explore the relationship between culture and the criminal justice system. Emphasis is given to understanding the historical, theoretical, and structural perspectives of racial/ethnic and minority groups in society.

CN-101 : Intro to Communication Studies

Examines concepts and skills involved in human communication. Topics include language, nonverbal communication, relationships, perception, and conflict management. Emphasizes the ability to analyze and synthesize information, and to interpret and assess human values. This course counts for general education in the humanities.

Examines concepts and skills involved in human communication. Topics include language, nonverbal communication, relationships, perception, and conflict management. Emphasizes the ability to analyze and synthesize information, and to interpret and assess human values. This course counts for general education in the humanities.

Examines concepts and skills involved in human communication. Topics include language, nonverbal communication, relationships, perception, and conflict management. Emphasizes the ability to analyze and synthesize information, and to interpret and assess human values. This course counts for general education in the humanities. 

Focuses on the process of speech preparation and presentations. Emphasizes the development of critical thinking and listening, clear speaking, and the interpretation of human values through the development of public speaking competencies. This course counts for general education in the humanities. 

Explores the roles of communication in conflict and negotiation within relationships, groups, and organizations. Examines both theory and practice.

This course examines the key concepts and needed skills to conduct effective interviews in many settings, including the employment interview. This class is online (no face to face or required meeting times).

Provides an in-depth look at group dynamics and communication. Focuses on communication and decision making, relationships, conflict, leadership, and group development.

Examines critical factors in interpersonal communication. Analyzes and applies various interpersonal theories and concepts to a variety of relationships.

Explores speech communication in and between different cultures and communities.Alex

In this course, students study and practice writing as a process, inclusive of invention and revision, for application in all college courses. EN 101 teaches students skills of writing in variable situations for multiple audiences. A course focus on creating unified arguments using evidence for support builds students’ abilities in critical thinking and research within the context of writing. Students must earn a minimum grade of C in First Year Writing for graduation credit.

In this course, students study and practice writing as a process, inclusive of invention and revision, for application in all college courses. EN 101 teaches students skills of writing in variable situations for multiple audiences. A course focus on creating unified arguments using evidence for support builds students’ abilities in critical thinking and research within the context of writing. Students must earn a minimum grade of C in First Year Writing for graduation credit.

In EN 208, we will develop effective written communication skills for the workplace. Many employers expect employees to be able to meet certain written communication objectives and to use business writing formats (i.e. letters, resumes, memos, emails) that meet professional standards. This class will help you to demonstrate audience awareness, organize professional documents in a logical way, and use appropriate diction and sentence structures that reflect a professional style. Having developed these written communication skills, you will have a better chance to succeed in the workplace and to draft strong application materials for graduate school. Professional Writing (EN 208) is a General Education course in the Arts and Humanities distribution grouping area. This is a fully online, asynchronous class.

In EN 208, we will develop effective written communication skills for the workplace. Many employers expect employees to be able to meet certain written communication objectives and to use business writing formats (i.e. letters, resumes, memos, emails) that meet professional standards. This class will help you to demonstrate audience awareness, organize professional documents in a logical way, and use appropriate diction and sentence structures that reflect a professional style. Having developed these written communication skills, you will have a better chance to succeed in the workplace and to draft strong application materials for graduate school. Professional Writing (EN 208) is a General Education course in the Arts and Humanities distribution grouping area. This is a fully online, asynchronous class.

A study of mythologies that have been a reference point for literature, focusing mainly on Greek and Roman materials, but drawing upon others such as Norse, Celtic, Gaelic, and Eastern. Readings will include both literary works and supplemental texts. This course counts as general education in the humanities.

In EN 300 students practice intensive writing and revision that reinforces, supplements, and extends introductory concepts into more scholarly situations. Students develop critical thinking and research skills with the expectation they will write an advanced-level research paper that incorporates ethical argumentation, analysis of sources and evidence, and the form appropriate to their major area of study. Since this class is taken during a student’s junior or senior year, assignments are often flexible, enabling students to choose topics that help deepen their writing and research skills within their majors. Students must earn a minimum grade of C for graduation credit. 

The course provides a survey of American literature from pre-Columbian legends through the end of the Civil War.  

The course provides a survey of American literature from the Civil War to the present in historical and generic contexts. It stresses close readings of individual texts of fiction, poetry, and drama. 

The West has been central to American national identity, especially since the late nineteenth century. Using literary and other cultural texts, the course examines the development and promotion of the West in the construction of an American “national character.” The course also considers dissonant voices, especially those that have emerged in the last few decades, and Native American writers in particular. The course includes lively online discussions of the texts and materials. The course is online and involves weekly discussions and other writing assignments. This course counts for general education in the humanities. 

This course focuses on close readings of masterpieces in world literature to 1650 in relation to their historical and cultural contexts. Attention is given to authors and genres of central importance, and how emerging themes evolve over the centuries.

This course focuses on close readings of masterpieces in world literature from 1650 to the present in relation to their historical and cultural contexts. Attention is given to authors and genres of central importance, and how emerging themes evolve. 

A study of the principal themes of geography: human and environment in interaction, the patterns of distribution of natural phenomena affecting human use of the earth, and the cultural patterns of occupancy and exploitation of the physical world. This course satisfies general education requirements. This course counts for general education in the social sciences

Special emphasis on the observation of the phenomena of erosion, mountain formation, and stream and glacial action. Lecture-recitation and some field trips.This course counts for general education in the natural sciences

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. This course counts for general education in the social sciences. No prerequisites. 

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. This class counts as general education in the social sciences.

Online Survey of Early World History, taught through recorded podcast-style lectures, readings, and Zoom discussions. A truly global history course, covering humanity’s development and the world’s major civilizations and religions up to 1200 CE. This course counts for general education in the social sciences. 

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. This course counts for general education in the social sciences. This course counts for general education in the social sciences. 

Basic introductory survey of world developments, c. 1750 to present. Begins with industrialization and political change in the West, producing technologically-advanced Western economies, social and political world dominance. Traces power, processes of decolonization, emerging late 20th-century world economies, states and societies. This course counts for general education in the social sciences. 

HI102 is a survey of world history from the Industrial Revolution to the present. Through close reading of primary and secondary texts, students will use discussion forums to understand how peoples and nations relate to each other and how the past influences the present. This course counts for general education in the social sciences.

This course explores selected contemporary world societies from two perspectives-- their traditional musical culture and historical context. Students will explore the musical traditions of various regions and peoples, and learn how the historical context of that region or people affected the development of the musical traditions found there, as well as how music can help to shape a society's development in turn. Finally this course explores the migration of musical traditions around the world, and the new genres and traditions that develop when people from different parts of the world merge into a more global culture. 

Survey of American history from the first encounters between American Indians, Europeans, and Africans through the period immediately following the Civil War, which 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. This course counts for general education in the social sciences. 

This course will emphasize the enduring struggle to define who and what was “American” in the early part of United States history. This struggle began with the collision of cultures that produced colonial settlement and culminated in the U.S. Civil War. Differentiations among Americans in factors such as race, gender, ethnicity, region, and class were central to it, and understanding how these differentiations shaped American experience and identity will demand much of our attention throughout the session. This class counts as a general education requirement in the social sciences. 

Survey of American history from the emergence of an urban and industrial society after the Civil War to the present, which introduces students to the study of the past and familiarizes them with records of American experiences. Exposes students to political, economic, social and intellectual factors shaping the American heritage and contributing to the nation's development. This course counts for general education in the social sciences. 

Survey of American history from the emergence of an urban and industrial society after the Civil War to the present, which introduces students to the study of the past and familiarizes them with records of American experiences. Exposes students to political, economic, social and intellectual factors shaping the American heritage and contributing to the nation's development. (General Ed Social Science. Critical and Creative Thinking.)

The History course will focus on Black militancy and freedom movements from Stono Rebellion (1739) to Black Lives Matter. Using primary source documents, the militant actions of Black men and women will be studied across three centuries of American history. This course will have weekly Zoom discussion meetings. This course is also crosslisted with the African American and African Diaspora Studies minor program.

"History of the Museum" will examine the development of the museum from early-modern roots like the Uffizi Gallery, the Medici collection, and cabinets of curiosity forward through the museum boom of the 18th -19^th centuries and on to contemporary museums and current debates about such issues as repatriation of cultural treasures. The course will provide an interdisciplinary exploration of a wide range of museums—including art museums, historical museums, and museums of natural history, among others—across Europe and the U.S., with at least occasional glances beyond that orbit. Short papers and tests over readings and lectures will prepare students to develop their own research projects, to be presented before class at the end of the semester.

Using the WUmester theme of Health and Healing, this course will explore concepts of conflict, violence, and national healing in Colombian history. In the process the course will analyze intersections of class, ethnicity, race, gender, and regional identity in Colombian history. The course will be reading and discussion intensive. Students will write review essays of primary and secondary sources as well as complete a group research project that will deconstruct the recently released Truth and Reconciliation Report. Study abroad in Colombia during Spring Break is an option not required for the course.

The course surveys Latin American history from the pre-Columbian era to 1820. Through the exploration of the fundamental events of colonial Latin American history using primary sources, the course identifies and analyzes key political, social, economic, and religious institutions of the colonial experience in Latin America, evaluates the role of state and religion in society, examines intersections of race, class, and gender, and assesses the causes of and wars of independence.

This course provides an introduction to physical, sexual, cognitive, emotional, social and spiritual aspects of human development throughout the lifespan.  It emphasizes developmental processes beginning with conception and continuing throughout childhood, adolescence, adulthood, later life and death.  The course focuses on developmental processes within the domains of individual wellness, human sexuality, family issues, and cultural contexts.  This course takes an interdisciplinary approach toward human development that is based on science and applied toward the goal of supporting individuals and families in solving important human problems.