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JOUR 207 - Newswriting
Writing for news media; clarity in use of language, style and punctuation; sentence and paragraph structure and organization of stories; credibility of information and news judgment; basic methods of researching and writing. Weekly news discussions based on a major national newspaper as one of the texts.
Prerequisites & Notes: basic word processing skills required
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
GUR Attributes: BCOM
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JOUR 214 - Newspaper Staff
Participation on the staff of the university newspaper. Write articles and take photographs for the university’s newspaper and online edition. Gather and edit audio and video, create multimedia packages for the newspaper’s Web site. Also includes lecture.
Prerequisites & Notes: Sophomore status; JOUR 207.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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JOUR 300 - Directed Independent Study
An individualized course of study not available through or replacing existing curriculum, to be arranged between one matriculating student and sponsoring faculty member. All academic policies and registration deadlines apply. Directed Independent Study courses cannot substitute for General University Requirements and are not eligible for tuition waiver.
Credits: 1-15
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JOUR 305 - Photojournalism
Introduction to news photography and its application in print and online; composing effective new pictures; essentials of processing for print publication and multi-media projects; picture editing and layout; professional ethics and the law.
Prerequisites & Notes: JOUR 207; basic knowledge of photography and instructor permission
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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JOUR 307 - Reporting
Interviewing, news coverage of community news sources with emphasis on public affairs reporting. Introduction to computerized database reporting and investigative techniques. Writing for news media.
Prerequisites & Notes: B- or better in JOUR 207 or instructor permission
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
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JOUR 309 - Editing
News copy desk operations; editing; headline writing; dummying; page make-up and news graphics; and computerized editing.
Prerequisites & Notes: JOUR 207; JOUR 307 or JOUR 380.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
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JOUR 313 - Newspaper Visual Storytellers
Participation as a visual storyteller for the university newspaper. May take photographs for the university’s newspaper, gather and edit audio and video, and/or create multimedia packages for the newspaper’s Web site. Also includes lecture but not writing articles. May not be taken concurrently with a staff or editing course. Repeatable up to 12 credits including original course.
Prerequisites & Notes: JOUR 214, JOUR 314 or JOUR 414 with a B- or better; JOUR 305; and instructor permission.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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JOUR 314 - Newspaper Staff
Participation on the staff of the university newspaper. Write articles and take photographs for the university’s newspaper. Gather and edit audio and video, create multimedia packages for the newspaper’s Web site. Also includes lecture.
Prerequisites & Notes: Junior status; JOUR 207; JOUR 214; JOUR 307 or JOUR 380.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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JOUR 321 - Periodical Staff
Staff writers prepare and produce the twice-quarterly university periodical and its online edition under the direction of the editor-in-chief and editorial management staff; learn and practice querying story ideas, researching, reporting, writing and then assisting with production of the written and visual elements of the magazine, including online elements for the website. Writers will manage their own time outside of class to report, write and revise manuscripts, investing time appropriate to their task and their goals and to meet deadline, and work with the editorial management team on production issues. Repeatable up to 8 credits including original course.
Prerequisites & Notes: JOUR 207; one newspaper staff course
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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JOUR 323 - Magazine Visual Storytelling
Magazine visual storytellers help prepare and produce the twice-quarterly university periodical and its online edition under the direction of the editor-in-chief and editorial management staff and create or assist with production of the visual elements of the magazine, including online elements for the website. Visual storytellers will manage their own time outside of class to take photographs, develop ideas for online content, create video or audio segments, and design online visual elements, investing time appropriate to their tasks and their goals and to meet deadlines, and work with the editorial management team on production issues. Students will work independently and with writers on specific stories. Repeatable to a maximum of 8 credits including original course.
Prerequisites & Notes: JOUR 321 or JOUR 421, with a grade of B- or better; JOUR 305; and instructor permission. May not be taken concurrently with a JOUR staff course.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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JOUR 330 - Principles of Public Relations
Methods, tools and media used in planning and developing strategic public relations programs for all organizations. Practicing research methods, writing news releases, understanding effective communications strategies and integrated marketing communications, analyzing case studies, exploring relations with the press and developing creative public relations campaigns.
Prerequisites & Notes: JOUR 207 or ENG 101 or permission of instructor.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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JOUR 340 - History of U.S. Journalism
An examination of how U.S. journalism has influenced U.S. history from the works that inspired the revolution to the coverage of 9/11. A poster presentation offers students the opportunity to research the role of the news media in shaping a specific event or issue in U.S. history.
Prerequisites & Notes: junior standing
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
GUR Attributes: HUM
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JOUR 346 - Introduction to Visual Journalism
Critical and analytical exploration of the visual aspects of storytelling in print and online media; research on the cultural history and news media application of photography, infographics, typography, audio and video clips. Consideration of special properties, demands, and aspects of visuals as they are used to enhance and augment written news narratives. Application of these principles through projects that produce still and video photography, audio, informational graphics and typography to accompany written narrative.
Prerequisites & Notes: JOUR 207, JOUR 305, JOUR 309
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
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JOUR 350 - Mass Media Law
Rights and legal restrictions on freedom of the press; constitutional guarantees as interpreted through the courts; libel, privacy, access to information, censorship, contempt, agency regulations. Issues applying to various forms of mass media, including print, broadcast and online publishing.
Prerequisites & Notes: Junior status.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
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JOUR 351 - Mass Media Ethics
Introduction to ethical theories; examination of professional codes and standards; changing roles of the media that affect moral reasoning for the journalist; responsibilities of the media in a world of instant communication and reaction; historical perspectives through case studies; use of reporting editing and advocacy methods and formation of news in print, broadcast and online media. Research paper examines ethics topic.
Prerequisites & Notes: JOUR 207
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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JOUR 360 - Study of Literary Journalism
Reading and critiquing texts that use literary techniques to enhance journalism. Studying the history of literary journalism and its impact on the field.
Prerequisites & Notes: Junior status
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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JOUR 365 - Publications - from Concept to Design
This course is designed for those who are interested in exploring magazines and who may be considering a career as a magazine writer, editor or designer. The course provides an introduction to magazine publishing, including a historical overview of the magazine industry, its evolution and its place in a consumer society. We will survey current consumer publications and will analyze what makes the best ones distinctive and valuable. The course will focus on how magazines are conceived, organized, edited, financed, produced and distributed. Based on this background, students will build a prospectus for a magazine of their own design which will answer the questions posed by backers: What is the editorial style, who is the audience, how will it be financed, who are the advertisers, what is the circulation, what is the character of its design, what makes it unique. The class also will address the growth of online publishing.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
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JOUR 370 - Digital Media in Journalism
Students will learn the basic steps to plan, produce and edit journalism that combines written components, audio, video and graphics to create compelling and engaging multimedia reports. Students will watch, analyze and provide written critiques of published multimedia projects. Students will examine the methods and techniques used by successful multimedia journalists. Students will produce, edit and review their own multimedia projects that combine written, audio and visual elements.
Prerequisites & Notes: JOUR 307 and JOUR 309. May not be taken concurrently with JOUR 346.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
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JOUR 375 - Diversity, Mass Media and Social Change
Uses an intersectional framework of race/ethnicity, gender, class and other demographic groups to examine how mass media cover social change and affect their audiences.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
GUR Attributes: BCGM
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JOUR 380 - Advanced Public Relations Writing and Techniques
Intensive focus on the processes involved in writing for an organization’s diverse publics, including news releases, op-eds, broadcast material, speeches, organizational memos and proposals, employer publications, backgrounders, features and web sites. Students gain hands-on experience by applying these skills and processes through service-learning by writing for community organizations.
Prerequisites & Notes: JOUR 207 and JOUR 330.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
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JOUR 390 - The News Process
Critical examination of current news issues and decision-making processes through visiting news media professionals, readings and discussion. Repeatable to a maximum of 8 credits with various topics.
Prerequisites & Notes: Junior status
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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JOUR 400 - Directed Independent Study
An individualized course of study not available through or replacing existing curriculum, to be arranged between one matriculating student and sponsoring faculty member. All academic policies and registration deadlines apply. Directed Independent Study courses cannot substitute for General University Requirements and are not eligible for tuition waiver.
Credits: 1-15
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JOUR 404 - Feature Writing
In-depth article, column, and persuasive writing; development of ideas, gathering of materials and writing; special attention to individual interests; exploration of freelance writing markets.
Prerequisites & Notes: Major status and JOUR 307 or JOUR 380.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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JOUR 407 - Public Relations Case Studies
A study of the functions, processes and problems in the practice of public relations, paying particular attention to media relations, public relations theory and critical thinking. Students examine various genres of public relations, as well as exploring how theory, research, strategic objectives and evaluation contribute to successful campaigns. Students learn about creating successful public relations campaigns through critically analyzing case studies of both local companies and national programs and then applying what they learned to create a new proposal or campaign.
Prerequisites & Notes: JOUR 207; JOUR 330; JOUR 380. Major status.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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JOUR 413 - Newspaper Visual Storytelling
Participation as a visual storyteller for the university newspaper. May take photographs for the university’s newspaper, gather and edit audio and video, and/or create multimedia packages for the newspaper’s Web site. Also includes lecture but not writing articles. May not be taken concurrently with a staff or editing course. Repeatable up to 12 credits including original course.
Prerequisites & Notes: Junior Status; JOUR 214, JOUR 314 or JOUR 414 with a B- or better; JOUR 305; and instructor permission.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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JOUR 414 - Newspaper Staff
Participation on the staff of the university newspaper. Writing articles and taking photographs for the university’s newspaper and online edition. Gathering and editing audio and video, creating multimedia packages for the newspaper’s Web site. Also includes lecture. Repeatable up to 16 credits including original course.
Prerequisites & Notes: JOUR 207; JOUR 307 or JOUR 380; JOUR 314.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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JOUR 415 - Newspaper Editorship
Publication editing and development; assigning and editing news stories, photographs and multimedia projects; creating content for the publication’s Web site; creating and implementing budget and advising on budget decisions; acting as mentor to assigned staff members; holding office hours and meeting outside scheduled class time; preparing reports and presentations for class and instructor; assisting with and taking part in workshops; office management and security; learning personnel communication skills; using advanced publication software and technology; making self-evaluation and production reports for adviser. Repeatable up to 20 credits including original course. This course may not be taken concurrently with a staff course.
Prerequisites & Notes: JOUR 207; JOUR 307 or JOUR 380; one newspaper staff course and permission of instructor.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
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JOUR 421 - Periodical Staff
Staff writers prepare and produce the twice-quarterly university periodical and its online edition under the direction of the editor-in-chief and editorial management staff; learn and practice querying story ideas, researching, reporting, writing and then assisting with production of the written and visual elements of the magazine, including online elements for the website. Writers will manage their own time outside of class to report, write and revise manuscripts, investing time appropriate to their task and their goals and to meet deadline, and work with the editorial management team on production issues. Repeatable up to 12 credits including original course.
Prerequisites & Notes: Senior status; JOUR 207; JOUR 307 or JOUR 380; and one newspaper staff course.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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JOUR 422 - Periodical Editorship
Print publication and online publication editing and development; hiring and supervising an editorial management team to produce the twice-quarterly university periodical and its online edition; acting as mentor to assigned staff members; holding office hours and meetings outside scheduled class time; preparing reports and presentations for class and instructor; assisting with and taking part in workshops; managing the publication office; reviewing and staying within budget; learning personnel communication skills; using advanced publication software and technology; making self-evaluation and production reports for adviser. This course may not be taken concurrently with a periodical staff course. Repeatable up to 15 credits including original course.
Prerequisites & Notes: JOUR 207; JOUR 307 or JOUR 380; one periodical staff course, and permission of instructor.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
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JOUR 423 - Magazine Visual Storytelling
Magazine visual storytellers help prepare and produce the twice-quarterly university periodical and its online edition under the direction of the editor-in-chief and editorial management staff and create or assist with production of the visual elements of the magazine, including online elements for the website. Visual storytellers will manage their own time outside of class to take photographs, develop ideas for online content, create video or audio segments, and design online visual elements, investing time appropriate to their tasks and their goals and to meet deadlines, and work with the editorial management team on production issues. Students will work independently and with writers on specific stories. Repeatable to a maximum of 8 credits including original course.
Prerequisites & Notes: JOUR 321 or JOUR 421, with a grade of B- or better; JOUR 305; and instructor permission. May not be taken concurrently with a JOUR staff course.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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JOUR 430 - Field Internship
Supervised field work on newspapers, magazines, radio and TV stations, public relations and advertising agencies, or other appropriate professional situations. S/U grading.
Prerequisites & Notes: For the news/editorial sequence: Jour 207, JOUR 307, JOUR 309, JOUR 350, JOUR 351, two newspaper staff courses and major status. For the public relations sequence: JOUR 207, JOUR 309, JOUR 330, JOUR 350, JOUR 351, JOUR 380, one newspaper staff course and major status. For the visual journalism sequence: JOUR 207, JOUR 305, JOUR 307, JOUR 309, JOUR 346, JOUR 350, JOUR 351, one newspaper staff course and major status. For the environmental journalism sequence: JOUR 207, JOUR 307, JOUR 309, JOUR 350, one newspaper staff course and major status.
Credits: 6
Grade Mode: S/U
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JOUR 440 - Public Relations Research and Campaigns
Study and practice in research methods, theory, implementation and evaluation of effective programs of communication. Students work in teams to establish a firm theoretical and research-based approach to planning an effective public relations campaign for a community organization.
Prerequisites & Notes: JOUR 330, JOUR 350, JOUR 351 and JOUR 380; major status.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
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JOUR 446 - Advanced Visual Journalism
In depth exploration of concepts and practices explored in Journalism 346. Students work in teams to apply theories, conduct research, analyze data and apply design and software skills to produce visual and verbal elements for advanced projects.
Prerequisites & Notes: JOUR 346, JOUR 350, JOUR 351 and JOUR 370; major status.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
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JOUR 450 - Advanced Reporting
Survey and application of advanced reporting techniques, including computer-assisted reporting, and the use of the Internet, to produce news stories of depth, complexity and appeal.
Prerequisites & Notes: JOUR 307, JOUR 350 and JOUR 351; major status.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
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JOUR 460 - Special Reporting Project
Students write about and photograph people who have ethnic, national, environmental or cultural backgrounds different from the dominant society; sensitivity to other cultural traditions; advanced reporting and writing skills.
Prerequisites & Notes: JOUR 307 or JOUR 380; JOUR 350 or JOUR 351; two staff courses and major status.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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JOUR 480 - Senior Seminar
Examines research methods in and theories of mass communication in the context of the practice of journalism and public relations in a democratic society. A research paper provides students with practice applying specific methods and theories to explore contemporary issues in journalism and public relations.
Prerequisites & Notes: JOUR 350 and JOUR 351; and major status.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
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KIN 300 - Directed Independent Study
An individualized course of study not available through or replacing existing curriculum, to be arranged between one matriculating student and sponsoring faculty member. All academic policies and registration deadlines apply. Directed Independent Study courses cannot substitute for General University Requirements and are not eligible for tuition waiver.
Credits: 1-15
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KIN 304 - Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries
Overview of current information on the care and prevention, and immediate care, of common sports injuries.
Prerequisites & Notes: KIN 306, BIOL 348.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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KIN 306 - Measurement and Evaluation in Kinesiology
Application of the theory of measurement, evaluation and appropriate statistical processes to kinesiology programs; practical experiences involving test selection, administration and evaluation and interpretation of results in health and fitness settings.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
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KIN 307 - Statistics in Exercise & Sport Science
Statistical techniques utilized in the exercise and sport science fields.
Prerequisites & Notes: KIN 306, or instructor permission.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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KIN 308 - Human Growth and Motor Development
The study of postnatal growth, maturation, and physical activity, their interrelationship with cognitive and psychosocial development, with application to health promotion and physical activity programs for children and youth.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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KIN 311 - Biomechanics
Application of basic mechanical principles to movement. Motion fundamentals, kinetics, kinematics, aerodynamics, hydrodynamics, equilibrium and external forces, rebound and spin, two-dimensional analysis, and the body as a machine; lab work is included.
Prerequisites & Notes: KIN 306 or concurrent; completion of Math GURs.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
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KIN 312 - Functional Anatomy
Muscles of the body that contribute to providing motion; origin, insertion, and action; principles of human movement, including the fundamental contributors to the production of muscle force and the analysis of how muscle actions contribute to achieving motion; performance analysis of basic locomotor movement, daily living activities and sports skills; lab work included.
Prerequisites & Notes: BIOL 348, junior status.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
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KIN 315 - Fitness Instruction and Leadership
Instructional strategies, general progressions, pedagogical principles, teaching methods, class management, peer teaching, self-evaluation strategies, and supervision strategies for teaching in various health and fitness settings.
Prerequisites & Notes: KIN 308.
Credits: 2
Grade Mode: Letter
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KIN 320 - Psychology of Sport
Psychological principles and states which are present in sporting activities, both at recreational and highly competitive levels.
Prerequisites & Notes: KIN 306 or PE 443, or concurrent; permission of instructor.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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KIN 321 - Sociology of Sport
Sociological implications of sport in contemporary American society.
Prerequisites & Notes: KIN 306 or PE 443 or concurrent; or permission of instructor.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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KIN 400 - Directed Independent Study
An individualized course of study not available through or replacing existing curriculum, to be arranged between one matriculating student and sponsoring faculty member. All academic policies and registration deadlines apply. Directed Independent Study courses cannot substitute for General University Requirements and are not eligible for tuition waiver.
Credits: 1-15
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KIN 409 - Aging and Functional Assessments
This course will be a study of age-related physical and psychosocial changes which occur during the older adult years, their interrelationship with physical activity, with application to health promotion and disease prevention. Additionally, this course will examine the physical functional assessment methods commonly used with older adults, including those that are novel or in development. The research foundations and effectiveness of such assessments will be examined, and their appropriate utilization and interpretation will be practiced with community senior volunteers.
Prerequisites & Notes: KIN 306; or permission of instructor.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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KIN 410 - Motor Control and Learning
Principles of motor control and skill acquisition, as it relates to human movement.
Prerequisites & Notes: KIN 306 or PE 443; and BIOL 348.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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KIN 413 - Physiology of Exercise
Nature of muscular, metabolic, cardiovascular and respiratory adjustments to acute and chronic exercise. The effect of training on fitness and health. Includes experimental laboratory sessions.
Prerequisites & Notes: KIN, PE or Community Health major status; BIOL 348; KIN 306 recommended; or permission of instructor.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
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KIN 414 - Physical Activity and Nutrition
Current topics on exercise and nutrition; weight control, dietary supplementation and performance, fluid regulation, atherosclerosis and diabetes. Applications include metabolic balance, consumer issues such as marketing strategies, label analysis, food choices, attributes of food products such as natural, organic, fat-free, among others.
Prerequisites & Notes: KIN, PE or Community Health major status or permission of instructor; KIN 413, or concurrent.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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KIN 415 - Physical Fitness Assessment and Exercise Prescription
Examine techniques of evaluation for physical fitness with an emphasis on aerobic capacity, flexibility, and body composition; case studies; develop appropriate exercise program and re-evaluation. Includes experimental laboratory sessions and practical laboratory skills analysis.
Prerequisites & Notes: KIN 413.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
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KIN 416 - Strength and Conditioning Program Design
Theoretical and practical knowledge necessary to design safe and effective training programs for optimization of health, fitness and performance.
Prerequisites & Notes: KIN 312 or concurrent.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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KIN 419 - Mental Health Topics in Kinesiology
This course explores mental health concerns in sport, health, and exercise settings, including eating disorders, depression, recreational drug abuse, performance enhancing drug use, and burnout.
Prerequisites & Notes: KIN 306 or KIN 320; or instructor permission.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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KIN 420 - Seminar in Sport Psychology
An interdisciplinary seminar (psychology/physical education) exploring core topics of sport psychology including: evaluation of athletes, research design and strategies, personality assessment, mental and physical preparation for competition, clinical applications.
Prerequisites & Notes: KIN 320, KIN 321, KIN 421; and 10 credits in psychology or permission of instructor.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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KIN 421 - Psychology of Exercise
This theory and application course will examine the relationship between personal, mental, and behavioral factors with exercise (bi-directional). Major topics will include, but are not limited to, the impact of exercise on mood states, mental health and immune function, exercise motivation, interventions and adherence.
Prerequisites & Notes: KIN 320
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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KIN 422 - Professional Issues in Health and Exercise Settings
The focus of this course is on professional issues relating to human resources, philosophy, finance and legal concerns with a focus on technical and professional writing.
Prerequisites & Notes: KIN 306 or PE 443; Senior Status.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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KIN 435 - Worksite Health Promotion
Theoretical and practical aspects of developing and implementing worksite health promotion programs, including student team development and implementation of a community worksite based health promotion program.
Prerequisites & Notes: HLED 345; HLED 350 or KIN 414
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
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KIN 471 - Internship I
Full-time supervised professional experience emphasizing functional proficiency under joint sponsorship of University and agency personnel. S/U grading.
Prerequisites & Notes: First Aid/CPR certification, proof of malpractice insurance, and permission of instructor.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: S/U
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KIN 472 - Internship II
Full-time supervised professional experience emphasizing functional proficiency under joint sponsorship of University and agency personnel. S/U grading.
Prerequisites & Notes: First Aid/CPR certification, proof of malpractice insurance, and permission of instructor.
Credits: 12
Grade Mode: S/U
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KIN 491 - Field Experience I
Practical volunteer experience in agencies such as hospitals, physical therapy clinics, retirement or convalescent centers, worksite wellness programs, fitness facilitation, on-campus fitness programs and community sports organizations. S/U grading. Repeatable up to 6 credits including original course.
Prerequisites & Notes: First Aid/CPR certification, proof of malpractice insurance, and permission of instructor.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: S/U
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KIN 492 - Field Experience II
Practical volunteer experience in agencies such as hospitals, physical therapy clinics, retirement or convalescent centers, worksite wellness programs, fitness facilitation, on-campus fitness programs and community sports organizations. S/U grading. Repeatable up to 6 credits including original course.
Prerequisites & Notes: First Aid/CPR certification, proof of malpractice insurance, and permission of instructor.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: S/U
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KIN 493 - Exercise And Sport Science Research
Investigation of a problem conducted independently or as part of a group under faculty supervision. S/U grading.
Prerequisites & Notes: 15 credits completed in Exercise and Sport Science; permission of instructor.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: S/U
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KIN 494 - Instructional Assistant
Assist faculty in the classroom and lab instruction. Assist faculty with activities such as lab and lecture preparation and implementation, leading classroom discussions, assisting students with class materials. Duties vary by course and instructor but the time commitment will be 8 to 10 hours per week. Repeatable to a maximum of 6 credits. S/U grading.
Prerequisites & Notes: Permission of instructor; a minimum grade of B in the course for which the student will be a teaching assistant.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: S/U
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KIN 500 - Directed Independent Study
An individualized course of study not available through or replacing existing curriculum, to be arranged between one matriculating student and sponsoring faculty member. All academic policies and registration deadlines apply. Directed Independent Study courses cannot substitute for General University Requirements and are not eligible for tuition waiver.
Credits: 1-15
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KIN 502 - Research Topics in Human Movement and Performance
Supervised research or study in topics related to sociology/ psychology of sport, biomechanics, exercise physiology, motor learning/control, human growth and motor development, and epidemiology of physical activity. Repeatable to a maximum of 10 credits including original course.
Prerequisites & Notes: Instructor permission.
Credits: 1-5
Grade Mode: Letter
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KIN 506 - Research Design in Human Movement and Performance
Purpose and design of various research methods used in the analysis of human movement and performance problems; survey of common statistical applications; development of research proposals.
Prerequisites & Notes: Graduate status; MATH 240 or KIN 307 or equivalent.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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KIN 507 - Motor Control
Examination of the structure and function of the human neuromuscular system, as it pertains to the production of movement.
Prerequisites & Notes: KIN 410 or equivalent.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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KIN 510 - Laboratory Techniques in Exercise Science
Common laboratory techniques utilized in exercise science are presented with emphasis on body composition analysis, circulo-respiratory testing, phlebotomy/blood analysis, muscular strength and endurance, computer usage, force platform analysis, electromyography and motion capture techniques.
Prerequisites & Notes: KIN 311 and KIN 413 or equivalent, or permission of instructor.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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KIN 511 - Physical Activity and Hypokinetic Diseases
Survey of effects of physical activity on disease processes related to hypokinesis: cardiovascular disease, obesity, diabetes, osteoporosis, arthritis, inflammation, sarcopenia. Overview of physical activity needs of special populations.
Prerequisites & Notes: KIN 413 or permission of instructor.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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KIN 513 - Exercise Prescription and Programming
Design safe and effective physical activities for selected populations in rehabilitative, preventative, and competitive programs. Medico-legal aspects and administration of exercise prescription and programming. Case studies.
Prerequisites & Notes: KIN 413 or permission of instructor.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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KIN 516 - Advanced Conditioning Principles and Practice
This course is designed to equip students with the theoretical and practical knowledge related to the most advanced and state-of-the-art methods used to maximize fitness and athletic performance.
Prerequisites & Notes: KIN 416 or permission of instructor.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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KIN 520 - Readings in Human Movement and Performance
Directed readings, analysis, discussion of current literature on human movement culminating in a written paper and discussion of chosen topic.
Prerequisites & Notes: Permission of instructor.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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KIN 540 - Applied Exercise Physiology
Selected topics in advanced exercise physiology: homeostasis, energy systems, metabolism, cardiorespiratory adjustments, hormonal control, neuromuscular physiology, nephrology, immunology, environmental responses and adaptations, by lecture and recitation.
Prerequisites & Notes: KIN 413 or permission of instructor.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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KIN 541 - Foundations and Ethics of Sport Psychology
Theoretical foundations and behavioral applications of sport psychology including: history, ethics and current status of sport psychology, individual differences in sport behavior, motivation in sport, exercise psychology, social influence and sport, and the dynamics of sport groups.
Prerequisites & Notes: KIN 320 or permission of instructor.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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KIN 542 - Seminar in Sport Sociology
The study of sport as a microcosm of society with particular emphasis on the following topical areas: economics and sport, social mobility and sport, socialization, ethnic issues and sport, gender issues and sport, education and sport, sport and politics, and current social issues and sport.
Prerequisites & Notes: KIN 321 or permission of instructor.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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KIN 543 - Biomechanical Analysis of Human Movement
Kinematic and kinetic analysis of human movement with focus on practical application of mechanical laws governing human motion; laboratory and computer applications.
Prerequisites & Notes: KIN 311, 312 or permission of instructor.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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KIN 544 - Biomechanics of the Musculoskeletal System
Selected topics relating to biomechanics of the musculoskeletal system, muscular and skeletal system characteristics, biomechanics of the hip, knee, shoulder, foot, ankle and vertebral column.
Prerequisites & Notes: KIN 311, 312 or permission of instructor.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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KIN 551 - Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology
Provides comprehensive overview of applied educational strategies and techniques in sport and exercise psychology, including performance enhancement/intervention strategies and techniques, exercise psychology, psychosocial foundations of youth sport programs and psychology of coaching.
Prerequisites & Notes: KIN 541.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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KIN 552 - Sport and Exercise Psychology Practicum
This is a sport and exercise psychology practicum course for graduate students enrolled in the Kinesiology master’s program in Sport and Exercise Psychology. While enrolled in this course, students will complete internship experiences that are focused on the application of sport and exercise psychology interventions for individual and/or groups of athletes, exercisers, or performers. Course instructors provide supervision to the students regarding their interactions with clients as well as provide training in specific applied sport and exercise psychology skills and ethics. Repeatable up to 10 credits including original course. S/U grading.
Prerequisites & Notes: KIN 541 and KIN 551.
Credits: 1-3
Grade Mode: S/U
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KIN 592 - Internship
Supervised internship in schools, hospitals, clinics or corporation/industries as appropriate to complement the student’s area of interest. Repeatable to a maximum of 6 credits. S/U grading.
Prerequisites & Notes: First Aid/CPR certification, proof of malpractice insurance, and permission of instructor.
Credits: 1-6
Grade Mode: S/U
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KIN 690 - Thesis
Repeatable to a maximum of 9 credits.
Prerequisites & Notes: problem approval and permission of instructor.
Credits: 1-9
Grade Mode: Letter
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KIN 699 - Continuous Enrollment
S/U grading.
Credits: 2
Grade Mode: S/U
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Latin Courses numbered X37; X97; 300, 400 are described in the University Academic Policies section of this catalog. |
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LAT 101 - Elementary Latin
Fundamentals of grammar to provide a reading knowledge; selected readings from various Roman writers.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
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LAT 102 - Elementary Latin
Fundamentals of grammar to provide a reading knowledge; selected readings from various Roman writers.
Prerequisites & Notes: LAT 101
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
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LAT 103 - Elementary Latin
Fundamentals of grammar to provide a reading knowledge; selected readings from various Roman writers.
Prerequisites & Notes: LAT 102
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
GUR Attributes: BCOM
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LAT 201 - Intermediate Latin
To be taken in sequence as the first in an intermediate language sequence. Review of fundamentals; selected readings from various Roman writers; introduction to Roman civilization.
Prerequisites & Notes: LAT 103 or two years of high school Latin
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
GUR Attributes: BCOM
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LAT 202 - Intermediate Latin
To be taken in sequence as the second in an intermediate language sequence. Review of fundamentals; selected readings from various Roman writers; introduction to Roman civilization.
Prerequisites & Notes: LAT 201
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
GUR Attributes: HUM
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LAT 203 - Intermediate Latin
To be taken in sequence as the third in an intermediate language sequence. Review of fundamentals; selected readings from Roman writers with an emphasis on honing grammatical skills and understanding Roman literary and cultural achievements.
Prerequisites & Notes: LAT 202 or equivalent.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
GUR Attributes: HUM
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LAT 300 - Directed Independent Study
An individualized course of study not available through or replacing existing curriculum, to be arranged between one matriculating student and sponsoring faculty member. All academic policies and registration deadlines apply. Directed Independent Study courses cannot substitute for General University Requirements and are not eligible for tuition waiver.
Credits: 1-15
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LAT 340 - Classical Roman Literature
Readings in major Roman authors of the late Republican and early Imperial periods; introduction to classical literary analysis.
Prerequisites & Notes: Two years university-level Latin or equivalent.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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LAT 341 - Medieval Latin Literature
Readings in the Christian Latin authors of the European Middle Ages. Introduction to Latin paleography, Medieval literary genres and prosody.
Prerequisites & Notes: Two years university-level Latin or equivalent.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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LAT 342 - Humanist and Neo-Latin Literature
Selections from authors of the European Renaissance, Reformation and modern periods; special attention given to the continuity of Classical literary traditions.
Prerequisites & Notes: Two years university-level Latin or equivalent.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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LAT 400 - Directed Independent Study
An individualized course of study not available through or replacing existing curriculum, to be arranged between one matriculating student and sponsoring faculty member. All academic policies and registration deadlines apply. Directed Independent Study courses cannot substitute for General University Requirements and are not eligible for tuition waiver.
Credits: 1-15
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Leadership Studies Courses numbered X37; X97; 300, 400 are described in the University Academic Policies section of this catalog. |
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LDST 100 - Leading Responsibly
Introduction to and critical examination of select virtues and character strengths associated with leading responsibly. Topics studied in class will be applied in a service learning experience.
Prerequisites & Notes: Exclusively required of students admitted to WWU as a Western Leadership Scholarship recipient.
Credits: 2
Grade Mode: Letter
GUR Attributes: SSC
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LDST 101 - Introduction to Leadership Studies
An introduction to leadership theory, research and practice in small groups, organizational and societal contexts.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
GUR Attributes: SSC
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LDST 201 - Introduction to Leading with Emotional and Social Intelligence
This class explores the foundations of emotionally and socially intelligent leadership. The course addresses how successful leaders generally display high degrees of emotional intelligence as they understand what they are feeling, what those emotions mean to them, and how these emotions affect other people. It also addresses how socially intelligent leaders are able to navigate social relationships and environments. Coursework also emphasizes students’ abilities to develop these core competencies in themselves.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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LDST 240 - Introduction to Peer Leadership Education
This course provides a theoretical introduction and practical application of leadership competencies for students who serve in peer leadership capacities on campus. Students from various programs meet together in large lecture session once per week and then meet in smaller discussion sections associated with their leadership roles on campus once per week. Students must indicate an interest in participating in these programs, and entrance to the course is suggested but not required for employment or acceptance into these programs. Advisement is required prior to enrollment.
Prerequisites & Notes: Override required.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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LDST 300 - Directed Independent Study
An individualized course of study not available through or replacing existing curriculum, to be arranged between one matriculating student and sponsoring faculty member. All academic policies and registration deadlines apply. Directed Independent Study courses cannot substitute for General University Requirements and are not eligible for tuition waiver.
Credits: 1-15
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LDST 340 - Advanced Peer Leadership Education
This course provides an advanced exploration of the theoretical and practical applications of leadership competencies for students who serve in peer leadership capacities on campus. Students will engage in self-reflection and articulation of personal leadership capabilities to apply to and enhance their leadership roles. Interest in an identified peer support program is required. Advisement is required prior to enrollment.
Prerequisites & Notes: LDST 240 or LDST 297 and instructor permission.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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