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ACCT 240 - Financial Accounting
An introduction to the theory and practice of accounting and financial reporting. Topics include the accounting cycle, financial statements and accounting for assets, liabilities, equities, revenues and expenses.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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ACCT 245 - Managerial Accounting
An introduction to the use of accounting information by managers. Topics include the use of accounting information for planning and control, performance evaluation, and decision-making.
Prerequisites & Notes: ACCT 240.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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ACCT 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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ACCT 321 - Accounting Information Systems I
An introduction to the subject of information system’s role in accomplishing the objectives of financial accounting, managerial accounting, and auditing. Topics include advanced Excel use, enterprise systems, risk management, internal controls, systems analysis and documentation, and project management.
Prerequisites & Notes: Majors only. ACCT 245, MIS 220 or equivalent skills.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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ACCT 331 - Cost Management
Procedures used for classifying, recording, summarizing and allocating current, and estimated costs for planning, controlling and reporting purposes.
Prerequisites & Notes: Majors only. ACCT 245, DSCI 205, MIS 220 or equivalent skills.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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ACCT 341 - Intermediate Accounting Theory and Practice I
An in-depth study of accounting theory and practice for students who require more than introductory coverage. Both conceptual and application topics are studied.
Prerequisites & Notes: Majors Only. ACCT 245
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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ACCT 342 - Intermediate Accounting Theory and Practice II
A continuation of ACCT 341 covering complex topics in accounting and financial reporting.
Prerequisites & Notes: Majors Only. ACCT 341
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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ACCT 343 - Intermediate Accounting Theory and Practice III
A continuation of ACCT 342 covering complex topics in accounting and financial reporting. Special topics, existing and emerging issues in accounting.
Prerequisites & Notes: Majors Only. ACCT 342
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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ACCT 375 - Income Taxation I
Taxation of individuals and sole proprietorships. Introduction to tax planning and sources of authority of tax law.
Prerequisites & Notes: Majors Only. ACCT 240
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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ACCT 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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ACCT 421 - Accounting Information Systems II
Principles and techniques of accounting analytics will be covered. Topics include sources and uses of multiple types of business data, data visualization, and reporting and analysis for decision making. A wide variety of technology tools will be used.
Prerequisites & Notes: Majors Only. ACCT 321.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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ACCT 431 - Topics in Management Accounting
Focuses on responsibility accounting, performance measurement and evaluation, and budgeting and control in various types of organizations. Additional topics may include quantitative methods in decision making and other current issues in management accounting.
Prerequisites & Notes: Majors Only. ACCT 331
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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ACCT 435 - Seminar in Cost Management
Provides an in-depth study of cost management systems. Topics include activity-based management, Japanese cost management techniques, and strategic cost management.
Prerequisites & Notes: Majors Only. ACCT 331
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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ACCT 441 - Advanced Accounting Theory and Practice
An introduction to business combinations and fund accounting. Partnerships, SEC reporting, interim reports and other topics.
Prerequisites & Notes: Majors Only. ACCT 343
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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ACCT 443 - Financial Accounting Research & Communication
This course develops accounting research competence using the FASB Accounting Standards Codification (ASC). The ASC is the primary authority for all accounting measurement and reporting matters. Written and oral communications are emphasized to develop skills necessary for a professional career in accounting.
Prerequisites & Notes: Majors only. ACCT 343.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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ACCT 444 - Financial Statement Presentation and Analysis
Study of reporting issues from a management perspective. Introduction to the tools and techniques of financial statement analysis. Use of financial statements by external and internal decision makers. Emphasis on the development of communication and computer skills.
Prerequisites & Notes: Majors only. ACCT 343.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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ACCT 447 - Accounting in Not-For-Profit Organizations
An examination of accounting and financial reporting in governmental and not-for-profit entities and an introduction to the use of accounting information in the management of these organizations.
Prerequisites & Notes: Majors Only. ACCT 343 or concurrent.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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ACCT 451 - International Accounting
Analysis of accounting for multinationals; area studies of accounting and financial reporting standards; and an evaluation of the international accounting harmonization effort.
Prerequisites & Notes: Majors Only. ACCT 343
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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ACCT 461 - Auditing Theory and Practice
A study of the role of auditing and auditors in corporate financial reporting, and the importance of this role to the public. Topics covered include the audit planning process, audit reports, professional standards, and the legal and ethical responsibilities of auditors to their clients, the accounting profession and to the public.
Prerequisites & Notes: Majors Only. ACCT 321, ACCT 343
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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ACCT 462 - Advanced Auditing
In-depth exposure to a variety of aspects of the theory and practice of professional auditing. Topics may include auditing theory and research, economic function of audits, professional standards and malpractice, new auditing techniques and services. Cases, readings, individual research, and discussion.
Prerequisites & Notes: Majors Only. ACCT 461
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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ACCT 466 - Seminar in Fraud Examination & Forensic Accounting
This course examines many different aspects of fraud: what it is and the types of people more likely to commit it, how to recognize the symptoms of fraud, and how to investigate it. As such, the course will focus on topics such as internal control, financial reporting fraud, fraud detection and deterrence.
Prerequisites & Notes: Majors only. ACCT 321 and ACCT 343.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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ACCT 470 - Law of Commercial Transactions
Legal principles underlying the law of contracts, sales, secured transactions, real property security, bankruptcy and suretyship.
Prerequisites & Notes: Majors Only. MGMT 271
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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ACCT 475 - Income Taxation II
Taxation of corporations and partnerships. Advanced topics in tax planning and compliance.
Prerequisites & Notes: Majors Only. ACCT 375
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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ACCT 477 - Tax Research and Planning
An in-depth look at tax research and tax planning. Students will gain proficiency in tax research and apply this skill to a variety of federal taxation issues and case studies.
Prerequisites & Notes: Majors Only. ACCT 375
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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ACCT 479 - Introduction to Estates and Trusts
An introduction to estates and trusts for accounting students. Course material will include: introduction to estate and trust terminology, legal aspects of wills, estates, trusts, and taxation of estates and trusts.
Prerequisites & Notes: Majors only. ACCT 375.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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ACCT 484 - Environmental Accounting/ Sustainability Reporting
An in-depth analysis of accounting for the natural environment. Readings, discussion and case analyses cover current issues, such as financial reporting and disclosure, management decision making and evaluation techniques, taxation and the profession’s role in environmental issues.
Prerequisites & Notes: Majors Only. ACCT 331, ACCT 343, ACCT 375 or concurrent.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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ACCT 488 - Business Valuation
An advanced course in valuation in the small business merger and acquisition field for accounting students.
Prerequisites & Notes: Majors only. FIN 341, ACCT 343.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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ACCT 490 - Internship in Accounting
Practical application of academic curriculum beyond that contained in normal undergraduate course work. Internship may not be substituted for a required or elective accounting course.
Prerequisites & Notes: Majors Only. ACCT 341; minimum 2.75 GPA in 300/400-level accounting courses
Credits: 1-2
Grade Mode: S/U
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Adult and Higher Education
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AHE 375 - Diversity in Higher Education
An introduction to the study of diversity issues within the context of services and programs in higher education. Emphasis on the relationship between growth in diversity of students and the range and complexity of services and programs designed to ensure their academic and personal success.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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AHE 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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AHE 501 - Understanding Educational Research
Introduction to genres, uses, strengths, and limitations of human subjects research. Emphasis on understanding and critiquing research in adult and higher education. Students will determine the effectiveness by analyzing existing quantitative and qualitative studies.
Prerequisites & Notes: Admission to the AHE program or permission of instructor.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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AHE 518 - Current Issues in Education
Examination and discussion of several current and controversial issues in education. Repeatable with no maximum limit.
Prerequisites & Notes: Admission to the AHE program or permission of instructor.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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AHE 554 - Foundations of Adult Education and Diversity
This course is an introduction to the understanding of adult education as a discipline and a field. Topics include the scope, structure, philosophy, history, and issues related to diversity as well as other current factors influencing the practice of adult education.
Prerequisites & Notes: Admission to the AHE program or permission of instructor.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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AHE 555 - Foundations of Higher Education and Diversity
This course will introduce students to research, theory, policy and practice related to diversity topics in the field of higher education and encourage students to develop their own understandings of historical and contemporary issues.
Prerequisites & Notes: Admission to the AHE program or permission of instructor.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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AHE 556 - The Community College
History, objectives, organization and role of the public community college; special attention to the expanding system in the State of Washington.
Prerequisites & Notes: Admission to the AHE program or permission of instructor.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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AHE 570 - Issues in Adult Literacy
This course explores theory and research in adult literacy. Taking a broad view of literacy, we will consider issues of literacy use and acquisition in light of various social, cultural, and organizational issues. Particular emphasis will be placed on implications for ABE, GED, ESL, and workplace/workforce education. The class will provide a conceptual foundation for educators who promote adult literacy, but this is not an instructional methods course per se.
Prerequisites & Notes: Admission to the AHE program or permission of instructor.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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AHE 571 - Research and Evaluation Methods
Qualitative and quantitative methods for conducting human subjects research and program evaluation in adult and higher education. Understanding distinctions between research and evaluation. Choosing strategies for data collection and analysis that are appropriate for a given purpose, context, and population.
Prerequisites & Notes: Admission to the AHE program or permission of instructor and AHE 501.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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AHE 574 - Experiential Learning
Designed to provide theory and practice in the use of educational strategies that enhance the learner’s ability to translate research into usable knowledge.
Prerequisites & Notes: Admission to the AHE program or permission of instructor. This course is, essentially, an advanced/specialty course in curriculum design. It is recommended that you take AHE 571 or AHE 580 prior to or concurrently with AHE 574.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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AHE 576 - Leadership and Management of Educational Programs
A study of contemporary theories of leadership and their application in private, public and nonprofit agencies.
Prerequisites & Notes: Admission to the AHE program or permission of instructor.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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AHE 577 - Learning in Adulthood
Study of the ways adults learn and the factors related to their motivation, participation and achievement. Application of theory to practice.
Prerequisites & Notes: Admission to the AHE program or permission of instructor.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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AHE 578 - Program Development
This course focuses on the skills and knowledge as well as practice in program planning and development for persons who have the responsibility of designing educational and or/training programs for adults in a variety of public and private organizations and agencies.
Prerequisites & Notes: Admission to the AHE program or permission of instructor.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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AHE 579 - Power, Politics and Policies
This course is designed to give an overview of the dynamic between power, politics and policies in adult education institutions and organizations.
Prerequisites & Notes: Admission to the AHE program or permission of instructor.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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AHE 580 - Teaching and Instructional Design
Study and practice in teaching methodologies and assessments for adult and higher education settings. Special emphasis on facilitating student learning and applied classroom practice.
Prerequisites & Notes: Admission to the AHE program or permission of instructor; AHE 577.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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AHE 581 - Readings in Adult and Higher Education
This is a supervised study involving readings and discussions on topics in the fields of adult education, higher education, and human services. Repeatable up to 8 credits including original course.
Prerequisites & Notes: Admission to the AHE program or permission of instructor.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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AHE 584 - Fund Development and Grant Writing
A study of the practices of raising funds for educational programs and writing grants for projects.
Prerequisites & Notes: Admission to the AHE program or permission of instructor.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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AHE 585 - Organizational Change in Educational Settings
Exploration and application of various models for bringing about change in an organization and the development of visions and strategies for changes in training and staff development.
Prerequisites & Notes: Admission to the AHE program or permission of instructor.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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AHE 586 - Teaching in E-Learning and Blended Environments
Instructional strategies used with adult learners in online and blended environments. Students will practice configuring and using an electronic course management system.
Prerequisites & Notes: AHE 580 or instructor permission.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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AHE 588 - Portfolio and Applied Research Proposal
Students should be in final two quarters of the program with all required coursework completed. In this course students complete capstone projects including a portfolio of work demonstrating proficiency in AHE learning outcomes and a research proposal. S/U grading.
Prerequisites & Notes: Admission to AHE program or permission of instructor.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: S/U
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AHE 590 - Global Perspectives in Education
An examination of how cultural, political, social, and economic factors impact adult education from a global perspective.
Prerequisites & Notes: Admission to the AHE program or permission of instructor.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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AHE 592 - Field Experience
Field-based project is an aspect of adult and higher education to enhance theory/practice integration such as: teaching, leadership, project development, curriculum development and distance education design. S/U grading.
Prerequisites & Notes: Admission to the AHE program or permission of instructor.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: S/U
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AHE 691 - Research Seminar
Graduate research under the direction of program advisor or instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 6 credits, including original course. S/U grading.
Prerequisites & Notes: Admission to the AHE program or permission of instructor.
Credits: 1-6
Grade Mode: S/U
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AMST 202 - The American Indian Experience
The social and cultural evolution of the first peoples of the Americas. Focus on such aspects as education, self-determination, health issues and urbanization as they impact native indigenous populations. Also offered as FAIR 263B on an S/U grading basis.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
GUR Attributes: BCGM
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AMST 203 - The Hispano/a-American Experience
The development of the Hispano/a-American community, with emphasis on its history, its social and political institutions, and the effects of education, continuing immigration and economic stratification. Also offered as FAIR 218C.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
GUR Attributes: BCGM
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AMST 204 - The African-American Experience
An overview of African-American history from an interdisciplinary perspective. Emphasis is on the struggle for social and political equality in a developing capitalist economy. The contemporary social, economic and political life of African Americans also will be examined. Also offered as FAIR 219D.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
GUR Attributes: BCGM
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AMST 205 - The Asian-American Experience
The history of Asians in the United States, the development of communities and the effects of the encounter between Asian cultures and the developing American cultural context. Also offered as FAIR 215F.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
GUR Attributes: BCGM
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AMST 206 - The Jewish-American Experience
An overview of the Jewish experience in America, past and present Jewish American marginalization, encounters with anti-Semitism and impact on the national scene. Study of Jewish Americans as a secular community, a community of faith, and an American minority ethnic group.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
GUR Attributes: BCGM
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AMST 242 - The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgendered Experience
The development of the lesbian, gay, bisexual transgendered community in the United States, with emphasis on identity formation, historical and sociological influences and the effects of encounters between gay cultures and the larger American cultural context.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
GUR Attributes: BCGM
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AMST 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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AMST 301 - Comparative Cultural Studies
The interaction of immigrant and indigenous cultures with the developing American cultural patterns. Emphasis upon models and concepts of interaction, especially related to African Americans, Native Americans, Asian Americans and Latinos. Also offered as FAIR 366E.
Prerequisites & Notes: Introductory-level course: HIST, SOC, ANTH or equivalent;
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
GUR Attributes: BCGM
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AMST 314 - Contemporary Latino/A Issues
The course will familiarize students with theoretical approaches, empirical research, and policy issues relating to the social and historical conditions of Latino/as. By examining the conditions of adaptation, and particularly the implications of exclusion or inclusion, the course critically assesses the close ties that Latino/as have with the multiple dimensions of immigration and borders of many kinds.
Prerequisites & Notes: AMST 203 or FAIR 218C or AMST 301or FAIR 366E.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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AMST 315 - Contemporary American Indian Issues
A historical and cultural overview of issues in Indian/White relations. Emphasis on issues of sovereignty, land claims, water rights, treaty rights, education, women, economic development, religious freedom, and cultural appropriation. Also offered as FAIR 399B.
Prerequisites & Notes: AMST 202 or FAIR 263B or HIST 275.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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AMST 316 - Contemporary African American Issues
This course is an interdisciplinary examination of contemporary African American issues from the 1970s to the present. The focus will be on the various social, political, and economic issues that affect the African American community including education, economic development, affirmative action, reparations, interracial relations, criminal justice, racial discrimination, and political empowerment among others.
Prerequisites & Notes: AMST 204 or FAIR 219D or AMST 301 or FAIR 366E.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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AMST 317 - Contemporary Queer Issues
This course will examine historical and contemporary formations of queerness(es) in relationship to institutions, histories and global technologies of power. These include racialization, colonization, the law, the state, markets, imperialism and the production of knowledge defining “queerness” itself. Through a varied, interdisciplinary archive that includes theory, poetry, fiction, film and activist writings, students will be asked to explore how categories of queerness and sexuality more broadly relate to questions of power, desire and justice in the construction of our social worlds.
Prerequisites & Notes: AMST 242; and AMST 301 or FAIR 366E; or instructor permission.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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AMST 344 - Asian-American Psychology
This course examines the current psychological research on Asian-American individuals and the community, with an emphasis on social psychological research. Topics will include the model minority myth, stereotypes of unassimilation, multicultural identities, perceived exemplary family values, and stigma and mental health. Also offered as FAIR 344P.
Prerequisites & Notes: AMST 205 or FAIR 215F or PSY 101.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
GUR Attributes: BCGM
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AMST 362 - Asian-American History
Contributions Asian Americans have made to the development of the United States, with emphasis on immigration, adaptation, settlement and their struggle for justice and equality.
Prerequisites & Notes: Junior standing.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
GUR Attributes: BCGM
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AMST 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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AMST 410 - Advanced Seminar in Critical Race Feminist and Queer Studies
Advanced investigation of contemporary scholarship at the intersections of critical ethnic studies, feminist studies and queer studies. Topics engage questions of colonialism, slavery, migration, globalization, empire, militarism, solidarity and justice through emergent and historical frameworks.
Prerequisites & Notes: AMST 242 or AMST 301 or AMST 317 or instructor permission.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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AMST 412 - Seminar in Educational Equity
This course has been designed to develop a critical understanding of current issues of educational equity and social justice within the U.S. context. Through research based discussions and participation in symposia, workshops, seminars, and film viewings students will engage and grapple with their own development of critical consciousness and the implications for educators. Also offered as EDUC 412.
Prerequisites & Notes: Junior standing or permission of instructor. Preference to students in the Education and Social Justice Minor.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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AMST 413 - Bridging Barriers with Migrant Youth
Course explores the barriers migrant students face in graduating from high school and going on to higher education. Course combines theoretical study with a service learning experience focused on supporting migrant youth to overcome the educational challenges they face. All students will take leadership roles in planning, implementing, and evaluating the effectiveness of the Migrant Youth Leadership Conference and outreach efforts with Migrant partner programs. Repeatable up to a maximum of 8 credits, including original course. Also offered as EDUC 413.
Prerequisites & Notes: Admission to Minor in Education for Social Justice, or permission of instructor.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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AMST 451 - The ‘Primitive’ in Modern Art
This class will provide students with an alternative understanding of art and art history beginning in the modern era late in the nineteenth century and continuing forward to the 21st century. The study of Primitivism will work to introduce students to early Western concepts of race, art and identity. The investigation of methods with which Indigenous artists and scholars challenge these notions will provide a new lens for understanding the history of colonization, the politics of representation, and various definitions of race and art. Also offered as FAIR 451Y.
Prerequisites & Notes: FAIR 202A or AMST 301 or instructor permission.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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AMST 464 - Multicultural Education for Teachers
Preparation for teaching in a multicultural society. Participants will learn how to design a curriculum that reflects diversity and an instructional methodology that promotes the learning of diverse students. Also offered as ELED 464.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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AMST 499 - Research and Writing
Designed to introduce students to primary and secondary sources associated with American cultural studies. Assignments include one major research/writing project and several smaller ones. Also offered as LIBR 499.
Prerequisites & Notes: AMST 301 or FAIR 366E; senior status or instructor approval.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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ANTH 102 - Introduction to Human Origins
Description of scientific evidence for the evolution of the human lineage from its primitive primate ancestors to the origins of civilization. Emphasis on analytical methods employed to reconstruct history from fossils, geological context and cultural remains.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
GUR Attributes: SSC
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ANTH 104 - American Mosaic: The Cultures of the United States
The study of the cultures of the United States from the perspectives of ethnicity, race, gender and class. Special emphasis on anthropological methods and approaches to enhance understanding of contemporary socio-cultural lifeways.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
GUR Attributes: BCGM
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ANTH 201 - Introduction to Cultural Anthropology
Introduction to the concepts, methods and practical application of cultural anthropology. The focus is on explanations for social and cultural variation around the world and over time and the significance of holistic and comparative understanding.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
GUR Attributes: SSC
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ANTH 210 - Introduction to Archaeology
The historical roots and current goals of archaeology. Principles of archaeological inference, including formation of the archaeological record, data collection and analysis, and interpretive frameworks.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
GUR Attributes: SSC
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ANTH 215 - Introductory Biological Anthropology
The biological side of anthropology; human osteology, primate paleontology, human variation, human evolution and primate behavior.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
GUR Attributes: LSCI
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ANTH 247 - Introduction to Linguistic Anthropology
The study of language from an anthropological perspective. Includes an introduction to the structure and patterning of language, the study of language as it is used in daily life, and the role of language in human evolution.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
GUR Attributes: SSC
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ANTH 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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ANTH 301 - Anthropological Theory
The development of anthropological thought from the late 1800s to the present. Emphasis is placed on the major theoretical developments in the discipline.
Prerequisites & Notes: ANTH 201 or HNRS 203.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
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ANTH 303 - Qualitative Methods in Anthropology
This course will familiarize students with perspectives, methods and techniques of qualitative research in anthropology. The course will cover the theoretical background of qualitative research, major research traditions, methods of data collection, analysis of textual data and the write-up of findings.
Prerequisites & Notes: ANTH 201 or HNRS 203.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
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ANTH 308 - Hunter-Gatherer Societies in World Prehistory
The archaeological remains of hunting-gathering groups from early hominids to modern times interpreted in terms of evolution of adaptive strategies. Relationship to agriculture as an adaptive strategy; contributions of studies of modern hunter-gatherer groups.
Prerequisites & Notes: ANTH 210.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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ANTH 310 - The Rise of Civilizations
Village agricultural societies as revealed by archaeology; crystallization of village farming societies into urban civilizations in the Near East, Egypt, India, China and New World parallel developments.
Prerequisites & Notes: ANTH 102 or ANTH 210.
Credits: 4
Grade Mode: Letter
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ANTH 312 - Field Course in Archaeology
On-site training in methods and techniques of archaeological survey and excavation.
Prerequisites & Notes: ANTH 210 or equivalent and permission of instructor.
Credits: 12
Grade Mode: Letter
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ANTH 314 - Archaeology of North America
Origins of PaleoIndians of North America, their paleoenvironments and the cultural sequences leading to the historic peoples of the New World north of Panama. Mesoamerican and Mississippian cultures, those of the Southwest and the Woodland Archaic.
Prerequisites & Notes: ANTH 210.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
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ANTH 330 - Religion and Culture
Comparative study of religious thought, belief and behavior; relationship of religious experience and institutions to other aspects of culture and society.
Prerequisites & Notes: ANTH 201 or HNRS 203.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
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ANTH 335 - Quantitative Methods in Anthropology
Mathematics and statistics as applied to anthropological problems.
Prerequisites & Notes: ANTH 201 or HNRS 203 or ANTH 210 or ANTH 215.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
GUR Attributes: QSR
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ANTH 338 - Economic Anthropology
Examines the relationship between systems of production and culture through four theoretical approaches: formalist, substantivist, Marxist and culturalist. Emphasis on localized consequences of global economic forces. Service learning component required.
Prerequisites & Notes: ANTH 201 or HNRS 203 or instructor permission
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
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ANTH 347 - The Ethnography of Communication
Familiarizes students with methods of data collection and analysis used in linguistic anthropology through an examination of both classic and current literature. Examines the complex relationship between language and culture.
Prerequisites & Notes: ANTH 247.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
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ANTH 350 - The Ecology of Human Variation
Examines global contemporary sociopolitical, health and related environmental issues with an evolutionary perspective that emphasizes changes in human physiology, development, and the genome and epigenome relative to local ecology (disease, diet, demography) and cultural adaptations.
Prerequisites & Notes: ANTH 215; One from: ANTH 201, ANTH 210, HNRS 203.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
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ANTH 351 - Family and Kinship Organization
Cross-cultural study of family types and the definition of social roles through kinship organization.
Prerequisites & Notes: ANTH 201 or HNRS 203.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
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ANTH 353 - Sex and Gender in Culture
Cross-cultural study of gender stereotypes, gender and language, gender and work roles, gender and religion.
Prerequisites & Notes: ANTH 201 or HNRS 203.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
GUR Attributes: BCGM
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ANTH 361 - American Indian Perspectives
Ethnographic survey of the peoples and cultures.
Prerequisites & Notes: ANTH 201 or HNRS 203.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
GUR Attributes: BCGM
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ANTH 362 - Anthropological Perspectives on Asia
Ethnographic survey of the region, with attention to the diversity of human experience.
Prerequisites & Notes: ANTH 201 or HNRS 203.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
GUR Attributes: ACGM
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ANTH 365 - Latin American Perspectives
Ethnographic survey of the region, with attention to the diversity of human experience.
Prerequisites & Notes: ANTH 201 or HNRS 203.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
GUR Attributes: ACGM
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ANTH 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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ANTH 406 - Archaeological Method and Theory
History of theory and method in North American archaeology and the legacy of earlier goals. Current goals and the development of appropriate theory, method and empirical applications.
Prerequisites & Notes: ANTH 210 and ANTH 301.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
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ANTH 410 - Archaeological Analysis and Interpretation
Archaeological laboratory methods; artifact identification, classification, measurement; map reproduction, soil and feature profiles; use of photographs and other graphic methods.
Prerequisites & Notes: ANTH 210 and Junior or Senior status.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
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ANTH 411 - Archaeology of Northwestern North America
The prehistoric archaeology of the Northwest coast and plateaus; current explorations and interpretations in a context of paleoenvironmental and ethnohistorical evidence.
Prerequisites & Notes: ANTH 210 and one of ANTH 310 or ANTH 314 or ANTH 361.
Credits: 5
Grade Mode: Letter
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ANTH 415 - Archaeological Spatial Analysis
Focuses on the application of advanced quantitative methods in spatial analysis to specific archaeological contexts and projects. Students will complete a major research project and present it to the class and as a paper.
Prerequisites & Notes: ANTH 201 and ANTH 335.
Credits: 3
Grade Mode: Letter
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