Apr 27, 2024

2021-2022 Academic Bulletin

2021-2022 Academic Bulletin [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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Community & Intl Dev Studies
	CIDS 543 - Linking Humanitarian & Development Aid Credits: 1–3 Presents different strategic and ethical approaches to understanding and addressing challenges in the relationship between humanitarian and development aid. Topics that will be covered: faith and religion, coordination, partnership, security, funding, sustainability, etc. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture Term Offering: Spring College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 544 - International Development:Cases and Application Credits: 3 This course examines community and international development theory and practice through field study and fieldwork. Issues to be covered may include development and humanitarian aid and response. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 547 - Social Gerontology Credits: 3 A study of aging and ageism in the United States, including demographic trends, societal attitudes, problems of the elderly, and national policies relating to senior citizens in the cultural context of American society. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 550 - Education for Sustainable Development Credits: 3 Provides an overview of education for sustainability. Focuses on international projects and organizations that address education for sustainable development. Explores education as a means to address development issues such as social justice, poverty, food security, globalization, etc. Covers different educational approaches and models that ensure a healthy environment, vibrant community, and equitable society. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 554 - Poverty Analysis & Reduction Strategies Credits: 3 This seminar will examine the nature, extent and measures of rural and urban poverty, its causes and consequences, and the antipoverty programs proposed by government, activists, anti-poverty organizations such as NGOs, academic community and international and bilateral aid organizations. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 555 - Policy Process & Analysis Credits: 3 Examine the processes that lead to the formulation, adoption, implementation, and evaluation of development policies and programs across countries. Study types of policies, policy design, and policy tools. Develop skills of political and bureaucratic analysis that can improve policy analysis, policy decision-making, and policy implementation for sustainable development. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 559 - Death and Grief in Contemporary Society Credits: 2 The study of cultural and societal perspectives on death and personal and interpersonal dynamics of death and dying. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 560 - Political Economy of Development Credits: 3 Overview of the political economy of developing countries and the complex interplay of international system, international economic and political economy factors that influence development initiatives and outcomes. Discuss the relation of globalization, trade, aid, and international economic and development institutions on development activity. Specific topics include development and economic policy, civil society, alternative development models, democracy, authoritarianism, sustainable development and gender. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 568 - Community Change Credits: 2,3 This course will introduce you to the field of Community Psychology, which is an interdisciplinary field that emerged from clinical psychology, but incorporates perspectives and theories from sociology, public health and anthropology. Utilizing a strengths-based approach, it goes beyond an individual focus to promote positive change, health and empowerment at individual and systemic levels. Students registering for 3 credits will be expected to complete an additional project equaling 45 hours. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 570 - Governance in Developing Countries Credits: 3 Discusses basic theories and concepts of governance and its relation to development. Examines how domestic institutions, historic legacies, socioeconomic factors, non-state actors, conflict, and democratization process affect the quality of government and level of development. Addresses the challenges of development from a governance perspective. Special attention will be given to developing countries. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 575 - Topics: Credits: 1–6 Examines emerging issues in Community & International Development. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Repeatable: Repeatable with different topics Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 578 - Study Tour Credits: 0 Travel to destinations relevant to individual programs of study. Classes will be selected from department(s) offerings. Fee may be required. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Noncredit (NC,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Blended Learning College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 580 - Organizational & Community Leadership Credits: 1,2 Focus on leadership theories and strategies. Students develop the capacity to apply these theories and strategies adaptively in leadership situations within organizational and community context. Students explore how leadership styles, communication, planning, organizing, decision making, and marketing impact organizational and community change. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 583 - Professional Conference: Credits: 0,1 This course provides an opportunity to attend a professional conference or meeting, allowing them to study and present research in a focused area within the Community & International Development Field. Students taking this course for 1 credit may be required to do a presentation or poster at the conference or to complete a literature review. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal w S (A-F,I,S,U,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Workshop Special Approval: Instructor permission required. College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 585 - Gender, Economic Development, and Poverty Reduction Credits: 3 Introduces the linkages between gender equality and growth & poverty-reduction, and enhances students’ ability to participate in the design and implementation of poverty-reduction strategies. Explores the concepts of gender inequality as it relates to poverty; discusses the importance of gender issues in economic development and how they relate to attaining the Millennium Development Goals. Other concepts to be covered: Access to education, health, labor markets, employment opportunities, and productive resources as they affect growth. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 586 - Gender, Ethnicity and Family in Development Credits: 2 This course provides an overview of the role of and issues surrounding gender and ethnicity in society. Particular attention will focus on how ethnic and gender roles impact family structure, function and interaction patterns, as well as how these patterns impact community and international development. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 590 - Issues in Gender and Development Credits: 3 Familiarizes students with the main analytic debates in the field of gender and development. Institutional domains (households, family and kinship, the market, the community and the state) through which gender relations are both defined and transformed receive separate attention. An introductory survey of conceptual approaches to gender is followed by a treatment of central topics which include: the move from WID (women in development) to GAD (gender and development) as critical perspectives in development studies, conceptual approaches to households, men and masculinities in development, globalization and women’s employment, gender, state and governance, women’s movements and state-civil society relations, gender, conflict and post-conflict, and an appraisal of prospects for gender-aware planning and empowerment. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 623 - Humanitarian and Development Practice Credits: 1–3 Develop strategic approaches to understanding and addressing challenges in the relationship between humanitarian and development practice. Cross-cutting topics will be grounded in ethics, faith, and religious principles and practice. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 631 - Professional Development Seminar Credits: .5,1 An overview of salient issues and problems related to the topic; an orientation to communities of researchers and professionals working on the topic; an inventory of baseline competencies of persons professing expertise on the topic; and a survey of the opportunities for professional involvement related to the concentration. To be taken during the first fall semester a student is in the program. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Repeatable: Repeatable up to 1 credit Schedule Type: Seminar College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 632 - Portfolio Development Seminar Credits: 1 ring a student’s final year in the program. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Seminar Term Offering: Spring College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 640 - Human Rights and Global Development Credits: 3 This course examines the philosophical and legal origins of human rights, the evolution of human rights, and key human rights documents. The course explores the contemporary conceptions and meanings of human rights and development, examining points of convergence and tensions between human rights and development theory and practice. The course adopts a human-rights based approach regarding how plans, policies, and processes of development are anchored in a system of rights and corresponding obligations established by international law. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 650 - Project Continuation Credits: 0 Student may register for this title while clearing deferred grade (DG) and/or incomplete (I) courses with advisor approvals only. This course qualifies for full-time status, requiring a minimum of 480 hours of work per semester of registration. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Course Attribute: Full-time status Grade Mode: Satisfactory (S,U,I,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 655 - Program Continuation Credits: 0 Students may register for this non-credit continuation course to maintain active status. For additional information on active status, please refer to p. 56 in the bulletin. Registration does not indicate full-time status. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Satisfactory (S,U,I,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 660 - Thesis Continuation Credits: 0 Student may register for this title while clearing deferred grade (DG) and/or incomplete (I) courses with advisor approvals only. This course qualifies for full-time status, requiring a minimum of 480 hours of work per semester of registration. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Course Attribute: Full-time status Grade Mode: Satisfactory (S,U,I,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 663 - Political Economy Analysis Credits: 3 Examines the complex interplay of global and local political and economic processes that lead to the formulation, adoption, implementation, and evaluation of humanitarian and development policies and programs across countries. It will provide tools for political economy and policy analysis. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 670 - Comprehensive Exam Credits: 0 Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 673 - Project Cycle Management Credits: 3 Presents and analyzes components of project cycle management. Emphasizes the importance of accountability using the Results based management approach. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 675 - Institutions in Development Credits: 3 Overview of the effect of formal and informal institutions on development, combining in-depth case studies of a variety of domestic and international institutions with theoretical and empirical insights from development disciplines (comparative politics, political economy, international relations, and economics). Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 677 - Colloquium Credits: 1 The course provides a forum for development and peer review of research projects by CIDP graduate students. It is required for all students to submit at least one paper for presentation at a professional conference or at least one article for publication in a professional journal before graduation. The course is to be taken during the student’s first Spring semester in the program. Grade Mode: Satisfactory (S,U,I,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Seminar College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 680 - Field Practicum Credits: 1 Students integrate course content and theory into practice during a 720-hour field practicum coordinated with each student’s research project and/or concentration that is the concluding requirement for the concentration. Students must submit a practicum proposal indicating approval from a sponsoring organization and learning objectives. Upon completion, the student submits a practicum portfolio or does a presentation about the field practicum. Registration for this course qualifies for full-time status. Course Attribute: Full-time Status Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,W,DG,DN) Repeatable: Repeatable up to 3 credits Schedule Type: Practicum College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 689 - Seminar Credits: 1–3 Grade Mode: Normal w S (A-F,I,S,U,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Seminar College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 690 - Independent Study Credits: 1–3 Grade Mode: Normal w S (A-F,I,S,U,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 697 - Portfolio Project Credits: 2 Students prepare and defend their portfolios. Each student reviews and documents his/her learning and personal goal attainment, and explores issues related to career development and life-long learning. Students will include at least one significant research project. This course qualifies for full-time status, requiring a minimum of 480 hours of work per semester of registration. Course Attribute: Full-time status Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 698 - Research Project Credits: 2,3 A research project is carried out by a master’s degree candidate in which the student’s mastery of the research process is demonstrated. Students can submit one of the following: 1) Grant proposal and application or 2) Research for publication. This course qualifies for full-time status, requiring a minimum of 480 hours of work per semester of registration. Course/Lab Fee: No Course Attribute: Full-time status Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,W,DG,DN) Repeatable: Repeatable up to 6 credits Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CIDS 699 - Master’s Thesis Credits: 3,4 This course qualifies for full-time status, requiring a minimum of 480 hours of work per semester of registration. Course Attribute: Full-time status Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
Communication
	COMM 104 - Communication Skills Credits: 3 Study of the human communication process—including a multicultural perspective and the importance of diversity—focusing on interactions with oneself, with one other person, with a small group, and within public-speaking situations. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online, Self-Paced College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 145 - Intro to Television Production Credits: 3 This hands-on introductory production course introduces the students to television production, utilizing state-of-the-art industry equipment. Emphasis will be placed on planning, production, post production and presentation. By the end of the course the students have practical knowledge of television production working with lights, audio and video equipment. They are required to produce a short television program for this class. Laboratory and lab fee are required. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture Term Offering: Fall College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 215 - Introduction to Communication Theory Credits: 3 A study of classical and modern theories of rhetoric, interpersonal communication, language, and the role of communication in establishing social reality. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 220 - Interpersonal Communication Credits: 3 Emphasis is placed on interpersonal skills for the workplace. Students examine components of interpersonal communication such as listening, perception, managing conflict, etc., then apply specific strategies to build relationships. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online, Self-paced College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 280 - Voice and Diction Credits: 3 Through vocal analysis and studying the production and differentiation of sound units in the English language, students identify and develop vocal strengths and identify and remedy vocal problems. Students learn to use their voices to achieve maximum understanding and pleasure. Includes theory, practice exercises, public performances, and an introduction to the International Phonetic Alphabet. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 290 - Practicum Credits: 1–3 Supervised work experience in journalism, public relations, or another aspect of communication. A minimum of 75 clock hours of work experience is required. Obtain procedures and guidelines from the department. Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Repeatable: Repeatable up to 3 credits Schedule Type: Practicum College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 325 - Media Literacy Credits: 3 A critical and experiential approach to information conveyed through the mass media. It includes an introduction to myth and meaning and the importance of understanding prevailing ideologies in the context of a Christian worldview and a sense of identity. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online, Self-Paced Year Offering: Alternate years College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 336 - Intercultural Communication Credits: 3 Students examine the relationship between culture and communication and the ways culture influences values and perceptions. Discussion and activities help students develop and apply analytic and communication skills which enable them to interact with cultural sensitivity and communicate more effectively in intercultural, interethnic, and cross-gender contexts. Particularly useful for students in business, behavioral sciences, education, and theology. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online, Self-Paced College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 356 - Group Dynamics and Leadership Credits: 3 An experiential study of groups in process within organizations for the purpose of problem-solving and team building. Students work in teams to plan and complete a service project during the semester. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Course Attribute: Service course Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online, Self-Paced College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 375 - Professional Presentations Credits: 3 Grounded in rhetorical theory and research, students conduct advanced research on speech topics of various situations and modes towards a professional and engaging performance of public communication. Speeches must be solidly supported and logically reasoned. Principles of eloquence, presentation design, and ethics characterize the articulate delivery. Focus is practical application of argumentation and debate skills to develop critical thinking for reasoned decision-making and problem-solving. Particularly useful for students in fields such as pre-law and business. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online, Self-Paced Year Offering: Alternate years College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 380 - Communication Theory and Research for Adults Credits: 3 This course combines a study of classical and modern theories of rhetoric, interpersonal communication, language, and the role of communication in establishing social reality, with an introduction to research methods including textual analysis, qualitative, quantitative, and ethnomethodology. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online, Self-Paced College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 389 - Internship in Communication Credits: 1–3 Students work full time at communication enterprises. At least 90 clock hours per credit of work experience are required. Obtain procedures and guidelines from the department. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Repeatable: Repeatable up to 3 credits Schedule Type: Practicum College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 405 - Persuasion Credits: 3 The analysis of persuasive appeals from the point of view of a critical consumer plus practical experience, oral and written, in ethically persuading others. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): COMM 104 or COMM 230 or permission of instructor. Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online, Self-Paced College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 432 - Research Methods in Communication Credits: 3 An introduction to methods including textual analysis, qualitative, quantitative, ethnomethodology. Specific emphasis on methods in Public Relations, Journalism and Media Studies. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture Year Offering: Alternate years College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 434 - Healthcare Communication Credits: 3 Overview of health care communication - what health communicators do and where they work. This class will also provide an introduction to provider-patient communication, end of life communication, mass communication, health public relations, corporate communication. In addition, the course will examine a variety of theories used in health communication and explore health literacy, patient safety and health care reform. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 435 - Crisis Communications Credits: 3 Understanding communication during crisis conditions. Planning, preventing and anticipating Public Relations emergencies. Preparing a crisis communication’s plan including internal and external consulting factors. Implementing Public Relations activities including understanding and handling the media and the press, explaining technical information, communicating about risks and responding to warnings. Notification priorities and protocols. Developing information centers and methods and tools for disseminating information during emergencies. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online, Self-Paced Year Offering: Alternate years College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 445 - Family Communication Credits: 3 A study of the family from a communication perspective (odd years). Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online, Self-Paced Year Offering: Alternate years College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 446 - Gender Communication Credits: 3 The study of the interactive relationships between gender and communication as experienced in various contexts such as personal relationships, school and work settings (even years). Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture Year Offering: Alternate years College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 450 - Communication in the Classroom Credits: 3 The study and development of effective communication skills within the context of the classroom. Focus is on interactive learning where the student rather than the instructor is central. Open only to upper division and graduate students. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 454 - Topics in Communication:__________ Credits: 1–3 Topics of current significance. Credit to be announced with topic in advance. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Repeatable: Repeatable with different topics Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 455 - Advanced Television Production Credits: 3 This hands-on production course builds skills, and applies the knowledge of on-location, studio and control room procedures for television production, beginning with routine exercises. Students will be required to operate efficiently cameras, sound equipment, lights to in a given production. Students will build on the skills received in the introduction class and emphasis will be placed on application of concepts, techniques, and basic scriptwriting to complete television Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite/Corequisite: COMM 145 , FILM 225 Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 468 - Directing and Producing for Studio Television Credits: 3 The television studio directing and producing is an intensive course that encourages the student to acquire the proper procedures for studio production. It involves learning the skills in multi-camera and single camera directing and producing. The business aspect of a television program will be emphasized, including, planning techniques for pre-production, production, and post-production phases of program development, and legal issues. This course entails directing and producing a live 30-minute television program. Lecture/Lab: Lab Required Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 478 - Study Tour: Credits: 0 Travel to destinations relevant to individual programs of study. Classes will be selected from department(s) offerings. Fee may be required. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Noncredit (NC,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Blended Learning College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 480 - Communication Capstone Credits: 3 A practical capstone class which helps students integrate and synthesize material acquired in their major. Practical applications are made to specific communities of practice. Students are required to complete their portfolios including mission statements and samples of performance in their major, and give evidence of an organized job search. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online, Self-Paced College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 495 - Independent Study/Readings Credits: 1–4 Topics chosen in consultation with an instructor. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal w S/DG (A-F,I,S,U,DG,W) Prerequisite(s): Requires prior approval from instructor. Repeatable: Repeatable up to 6 credits Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 496 - Communication Research Course Credits: 0 Research Course designed for research counducted by student under supervision of instructor. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal w S/DG (A-F,I,S,U,DG,W) Prerequisite/Corequisite: Requires prior approval of instructor. Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 500 - Graduate Colloquium Credits: 0 A forum required of graduate students for every semester in residence. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Satisfactory (S,U,I,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Seminar College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 510 - Communication Theory Credits: 3 An in-depth exploration of theoretical perspectives, approaches, and issues within the field of Communication. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 520 - Communication Research I Credits: 3 Consideration of foundational research principles and methodologies with emphasis on quantitative approaches to research. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 525 - Christian Communication Worldview & Ethics Credits: 3 This course involves a critical examination of a Seventh-day Adventist biblical worldview, the development of a personal worldview, and an exploration of ethical implications and applications on communication decision making and practices. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 535 - Crisis Communications Credits: 2 Understanding communication during crisis conditions. Planning, preventing and anticipating Public Relations emergencies. Preparing a crisis communication’s plan including internal and external consulting factors. Implementing Public Relations activities including understanding and handling the media and the press, explaining technical information, communicating about risks and responding to warnings. Notification priorities and protocols. Developing information centers and methods and tools for disseminating information during emergencies. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 536 - Issues in Intercultural Communication Credits: 2,3 Examination of intercultural communication issues with specific applications to student’s chosen fields of inquiry or employment. Students explore critical issues influencing the effectiveness of their interaction with individuals from varied cultures in specific organizational and societal contexts. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 540 - Communication in Development Practice Credits: 2,3 Students examine the relationship between culture and communication. Apply analytic and communication skills which enable effective communication in various communities. Develop skills in persuasion and explore sensitivity to diversity issues. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 550 - Communication Pedagogy/Teaching Communication Credits: 3 The study and development of effective communication skills within the context of the classroom. Focus is on interactive learning where the student rather than the instructor is central. Open only to upper division and graduate students. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 554 - Topics in __________ Credits: 1–3 Study of selected communication topics of current significance. Topics to be announced in advance. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Repeatable: Repeatable with different topics Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 560 - Overview of News Production Credits: 3 This is an overview of the news production process. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 562 - Social Media: Digital Footprint Management Credits: 3 Study best practices, ethical issues and critique a variety of viewpoints on the use of social media. Explore and evaluate your current digital footprint and update your personal and professional use of social media and online tools appropriately. Build a personal learning network to extend your network beyond your university experience. Choose to focus on your field and create a professional online presence to accompany your resume; or focus on sharing your faith online; building a social media presence for your hobby; or building the social media presence for your organization. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 565 - Writing for Media Credits: 3 Aimed at all communication majors, media writing introduces students to writing targeted communication in a journalistic style. They learn the basics of journalistic writing for various media (i.e., newspapers, radio and television), public relations press releases, basic features and editorials, the importance of audience for any written communication as well as the values of timeliness, objectivity, and fairness critical to any communication career. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 570 - Gender, Race, and Class Credits: 3 Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 574 - Family Communication Credits: 3 A study of the family from a communication perspective. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 580 - Interpersonal Communication Credits: 2,3 This course provides in-depth exploration of theoretical perspectives, approaches, and interpersonal communication within a variety of contexts, including personal and family relationships, the church, and the workplace. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 585 - Organizational Communication Credits: 2,3 An overview of concepts and research related to communication behavior in changing organizational settings, including the study of organizational structure, communication, and theories as they relate to organizational communication in a variety of organizational contexts. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 587 - Producing Practicum Credits: 2,3 The television studio directing and producing is an intensive course that encourages the student to acquire the proper procedures for studio production. It involves learning the skills in multi-camera and single camera directing and producing. The business aspect of a television program will be emphasized, including, planning techniques for pre-production, production and post-production phases of program development, and legal issues. This course entails directing and producing a live 30-minute television program. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal with DG (A-F,I,W,DG,DN) Schedule Type: Practicum College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 589 - Internship/Practicum in Communication Credits: 1–4 Students apply their academic research at a full-time professional communication or media related job. Additionally, students will lead practical materials regarding work place communication. This course qualifies for full-time status, requiring a minimum of 480 hours of work per semester of registration. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Course Attribute: Full-time status Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Practicum College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 590 - Graduate Seminar in __________ Credits: 2,3 Projects, reports, and discussions. Seminars are offered in various subjects such as Conflict Management, Prejudice Communication and Forgiveness, Religious Journalism, Contextualized Communication, Communication Paradigms, and Teambuilding. Topic announced in advance. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Repeatable: Repeatable with different topics Schedule Type: Seminar, Interactive Online College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 600 - Leadership Communication Credits: 2,3 This course focuses on leadership from a communication standpoint. It explores what leadership communication is, focuses on mastery of key leadership communication skills, and requires the student to develop an individualized, real-life application of leadership communication within his/her work, school, or community environment. The course will include a perusal of organizational communication, communication theories, Biblical perspectives on leadership communication, and global leadership communication issues. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 610 - Advanced Persuasion Credits: 2,3 The analysis of persuasive appeals from the point of view of a critical consumer plus practical experience, oral and written, in ethically persuading others. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 615 - Media Law Credits: 2,3 Case studies of court decisions affecting the mass media in the United States and the place of the ethical journalist in society. Consideration of the development of freedom, censorship, libel, privacy, obscenity laws, and the relationship between the press and the courts and freedom of information, and broadcast regulation. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 620 - Christian Mass Media Development Credits: 3 Consideration and analysis of video and TV production from a Christian and evangelism perspective. The course lays a foundation for designing and producing new, effective, Christian media project. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 630 - Media Production Credits: 3 Foundations in media production. Includes developing story structure, writing to picture, interview techniques, shooting, editing, pitching media production and the student as the producer to media outlets. Students will write, shoot, and produce media content and be exposed to media room and studio operations. Editorial decision-making and production management is emphasized. Lab experience is required for the course. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Lab College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 635 - Crisis Communications Credits: 2,3 Understanding communication during crisis conditions. Planning, preventing and anticipating Public Relations emergencies. Preparing a crisis communication’s plan including internal and external consulting factors. Implementing Public Relations activities including understanding and handling the media and the press, explaining technical information, communicating about risks and responding to warnings. Notification priorities and protocols. Developing information centers and methods and tools for disseminating information during emergencies. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Interactive Online College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 640 - Project Continuation Credits: 0 Students may register for this title while clearing deferred grade (DG) and/or incomplete (I) classes with advisor approval only. This course qualifies for full-time status, requiring a minimum of 480 hours of work per semester of registration. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Course Attribute: Full-time status Grade Mode: Satisfactory (S,U,I,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 648 - Communication Workshop Credits: 1–6 Intensive study on selected practical topics including competencies in speaking, writing and visual communication. Offered on a periodic basis with topic announced in class schedule. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Repeatable: Repeatable with different topics Schedule Type: Workshop College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 650 - Communication Research II Credits: 3 Consideration of foundational research principles and methodologies with emphasis on qualitative and rhetorical approaches to research. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): COMM 520 Schedule Type: Seminar College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 653 - Communication Pedagogy Credits: 3 The study and development of effective communication skills within the context of the classroom. Focus is on interactive learning where the student rather than the instructor is central. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 655 - Program Continuation Credits: 0 Students may register for this non-credit continuation course to maintain active status. For additional information on active status, please refer to p. 56 in the bulletin. Registration does not indicate full-time status. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Satisfactory (S,U,I,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 660 - Thesis Continuation Credits: 0 Student may register for this title while clearing deferred grade (DG) and/or incomplete (I) courses with advisor approval only. This course qualifies for full-time status, requiring a minimum of 480 hours of work per semester of registration Course/Lab Fee: Yes Course Attribute: Full-time status Grade Mode: Satisfactory (S,U,I,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 670 - Comprehensive Examination Credits: 0 Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 690 - Independent Study in Communication Credits: 1–3 Individualized reading or research in a specified area under the guidance of an instructor; admission by consent of Area Coordinator. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal w S (A-F,I,S,U,W) Repeatable: Repeatable Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 695 - Production Project Credits: 3 Independent work on final research project(s).This course qualifies for full-time status, requiring a minimum of 480 hours of work per semester of registration Course/Lab Fee: Yes Course Attribute: Full-time status Grade Mode: Normal w S/DG (A-F,I,S,U,DG,W) Prerequisite(s): COMM 520 and approved project proposal. Repeatable: Repeatable up to 6 credits with Graduate Committee permission Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	COMM 699 - Master’s Thesis Credits: 3 This course qualifies for full-time status, requiring a minimum of 480 hours of work per semester of registration Course Attribute: Full-time status Grade Mode: Satisfactory w/DG (S,U,I,W,DG) Schedule Type: Independent College Code: CAS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
Computing & Software Engineering
	CPTR 151 - Computer Science I Credits: 3 An introduction to programming methodology using a high level language, advanced operating system usage, problem-solving, algorithm development, control structures, arrays, program style, design correctness and documentation techniques, as well as a brief overview of computer systems and computer history. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Schedule Type: Lecture, Lab Term Offering: Fall, Spring College Code: CPS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CPTR 152 - Computer Science II Credits: 3 A continuation of CPTR151. Examines program specifications, design, coding, correctness, and style with additional coverage of pointers and arrays, and an in-depth study of recursion and data structures. Includes files, lists, stacks, queues, trees, graphs, and an overview of computer ethics. Course/Lab Fee: Yes Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Corequisite(s): CPTR 151 Prerequisite(s): CPTR 151 Schedule Type: Lecture Term Offering: Fall, Spring College Code: CPS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CPTR 230 - Data Science Fundamentals Credits: 3 Introduction to the data science process: asking data-driven questions, data acquisition, cleaning, management, and analysis. Programming and analysis techniques for summarizing data. Introduction to common languages and tools used in data science. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): CPTR 151 Computer Science I Schedule Type: Lecture Term Offering: Spring College Code: CPS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.
	CPTR 245 - Discrete Structures Credits: 3 Formal mathematical structures and methods used in developing computing solutions are introduced. Their application in computer science is emphasized. Grade Mode: Normal (A-F,I,W) Prerequisite(s): MATH 168 or MPE score of P4 or higher Schedule Type: Lecture Term Offering: Spring College Code: CPS Click here for the Schedule of Classes.

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CIDS 543 - Linking Humanitarian & Development Aid

CIDS 544 - International Development:Cases and Application

CIDS 547 - Social Gerontology

CIDS 550 - Education for Sustainable Development

CIDS 554 - Poverty Analysis & Reduction Strategies

CIDS 555 - Policy Process & Analysis

CIDS 559 - Death and Grief in Contemporary Society

CIDS 560 - Political Economy of Development

CIDS 568 - Community Change

CIDS 570 - Governance in Developing Countries

CIDS 575 - Topics:

CIDS 578 - Study Tour

CIDS 580 - Organizational & Community Leadership

CIDS 583 - Professional Conference:

CIDS 585 - Gender, Economic Development, and Poverty Reduction

CIDS 586 - Gender, Ethnicity and Family in Development

CIDS 590 - Issues in Gender and Development

CIDS 623 - Humanitarian and Development Practice

CIDS 631 - Professional Development Seminar

CIDS 632 - Portfolio Development Seminar

CIDS 640 - Human Rights and Global Development

CIDS 650 - Project Continuation

CIDS 655 - Program Continuation

CIDS 660 - Thesis Continuation

CIDS 663 - Political Economy Analysis

CIDS 670 - Comprehensive Exam

CIDS 673 - Project Cycle Management

CIDS 675 - Institutions in Development

CIDS 677 - Colloquium

CIDS 680 - Field Practicum

CIDS 689 - Seminar

CIDS 690 - Independent Study

CIDS 697 - Portfolio Project

CIDS 698 - Research Project

CIDS 699 - Master’s Thesis

COMM 104 - Communication Skills

COMM 145 - Intro to Television Production

COMM 215 - Introduction to Communication Theory

COMM 220 - Interpersonal Communication

COMM 280 - Voice and Diction

COMM 290 - Practicum

COMM 325 - Media Literacy

COMM 336 - Intercultural Communication

COMM 356 - Group Dynamics and Leadership

COMM 375 - Professional Presentations

COMM 380 - Communication Theory and Research for Adults

COMM 389 - Internship in Communication

COMM 405 - Persuasion

COMM 432 - Research Methods in Communication

COMM 434 - Healthcare Communication

COMM 435 - Crisis Communications

COMM 445 - Family Communication

COMM 446 - Gender Communication

COMM 450 - Communication in the Classroom

COMM 454 - Topics in Communication:__________

COMM 455 - Advanced Television Production

COMM 468 - Directing and Producing for Studio Television

COMM 478 - Study Tour:

COMM 480 - Communication Capstone

COMM 495 - Independent Study/Readings

COMM 496 - Communication Research Course

COMM 500 - Graduate Colloquium

COMM 510 - Communication Theory

COMM 520 - Communication Research I

COMM 525 - Christian Communication Worldview & Ethics

COMM 535 - Crisis Communications

COMM 536 - Issues in Intercultural Communication

COMM 540 - Communication in Development Practice

COMM 550 - Communication Pedagogy/Teaching Communication

COMM 554 - Topics in __________

COMM 560 - Overview of News Production

COMM 562 - Social Media: Digital Footprint Management

COMM 565 - Writing for Media

COMM 570 - Gender, Race, and Class

COMM 574 - Family Communication

COMM 580 - Interpersonal Communication

COMM 585 - Organizational Communication