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CATH 3013 - Medieval Classics
Credits: 3
Among the works read this semester will be: The Rule of St. Benedict; Einhard, Two Lives of Charlemagne; Song of Roland; Geoffrey of Villehardouin, Memoirs of the Crusades; William Shakespeare, Othello; Sir Gawain and the Green Knight; St. Francis of Assisi, Little Flowers; G. K. Chesterton, St. Thomas Aquinas: The Dumb Ox; St. Catherine of Sienna, Dialogues; Julian of Norwich, Showings; Chaucer, The Canterbury Tales; and Dante Alighieri, Inferno. In addition to regularly scheduled class sessions, this class meets for an extra hour each week, either to memorize poetry, go stargazing, practice calligraphy, or serve at the Lord’s Diner along with other opportunities for encountering the Good, the True, and the Beautiful. (course number was previously 2004)
Offering: As Needed
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CATH 4003 - Renaissance and Early Modern Classics
Credits: 3
Among the works read this semester will be: Boccaccio, The Decameron; William Shakespeare, Henry IV, Part I and II; Miguel de Cervantes, Don Quixote, Part 1; John Milton, Paradise Lost; St. Teresa of Avila, Interior Castle; Blaise Pascal, Pensees; Walter Scott, Ivanhoe; Edmund Burke, Reflections on the French Revolution; Christopher Dawson, Christianity and European Culture. In addition to regularly scheduled class sessions, this class meets for an extra hour each week, either to memorize poetry, go stargazing, practice calligraphy, or serve at the Lord’s Diner along with other opportunities for encountering the Good, the True, and the Beautiful. (course number previously 4003)
Offering: As Needed
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CATH 4013 - Contemporary Catholic Classics
Credits: 3
Among the works read this semester will be: John Henry Newman, The Idea of a University and selections from his Parochial and Plain Sermons; Gerard Manley Hopkins, The Wreck of the Deutschland; T. S. Elliot, The Wasteland; William Shakespeare, King Lear; Paul Claudel, The Tidings Brought to Mary; George Bernanos, The Diary of a Country Priest; Evelyn Waugh, Brideshead Revisited; G. K. Chesterton, The Everlasting Man; Graham Greene, Monsignor Quixote; Dorothy Day, The Long Loneliness; Flannery O’Connor, A Good Man Is Hard To Find; J. F. Powers, Collected Stories; Alice Thomas Ellis, The Sin Eater; and Muriel Spark, The Mandelbaum Gate. In addition to regularly scheduled class sessions, this class meets for an extra hour each week, either to memorize poetry, go stargazing, practice calligraphy, or serve at the Lord’s Diner along with other opportunities for encountering the Good, the True, and the Beautiful. (course number previously 4013).
Offering: As Needed
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Chemistry A study of chemistry allows individuals to obtain a sound background in preparation for advanced study, meet qualifications of professional chemists, acquaint themselves with the chemical aspects of the environment and civilization, deepen knowledge in chemistry as a scientific discipline, and prepare for professional careers in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, medical technology, engineering and other fields.
Before enrolling in a course which has a prerequisite course listed, the student must have earned a grade of “C” or better in the prerequisite course. For courses having a corresponding laboratory, both the lecture and the laboratory courses must be taken concurrently unless one of the courses has already been successfully completed with a grade of “C” or better.
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CHEM 1001 - Introduction to Chemistry Lab
Credits: 1
Lab emphasizes basic laboratory techniques, measurement, observation and analysis of data.
Offering: Every Term
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CHEM 1003 - Introduction to Chemistry
Credits: 3
An introduction to general, organic and biochemistry for those with no previous background in chemistry. This course is appropriate for those seeking to meet their general education requirement in physical science.
Prerequisites: MATH 1043 or concurrent enrollment.
Offering: Every Term
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CHEM 1010 - General Chemistry 1 Problem Session
Credits: 0
Problems from the lecture are worked and reviewed in class. Must be taken concurrently with CHEM 1013 . Graded on a Pass/Fail basis.
Offering: Fall/Summer
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CHEM 1012 - General Chemistry 1 Lab
Credits: 2
Lab emphasizes basic laboratory techniques, measurement, observation and analysis of data in support of the topics covered in CHEM 1013 .
Offering: Fall
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CHEM 1013 - General Chemistry 1
Credits: 3
A first chemistry course for science majors. Topics include atomic structure and the periodicity, bonding, thermochemistry, states of matter and stoichiometry.
Prerequisites: One year of high school chemistry (with a grade of B or better) or CHEM 1001 / CHEM 1003 and completion of MATH 1043 (or a math ACT score of 22 or greater or placing into MATH 1053 on the NU math placement exam).
Corequisite(s): The corresponding laboratory and problem session must be taken concurrently unless the student has prior credit for the laboratory.
Offering: Fall Only
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CHEM 1020 - General Chemistry 2 Problem Session
Credits: 0
Problems from the lecture are worked and reviewed in class. Must be taken concurrently with CHEM 1023 . Graded on a Pass/Fail basis.
Offering: Spring Only
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CHEM 1022 - General Chemistry 2 Lab
Credits: 2
Lab emphasizes basic laboratory techniques, measurement, observation and analysis of data in support of the topics in CHEM 1023 .
Offering: Spring
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CHEM 1023 - General Chemistry 2
Credits: 3
A continuation of CHEM 1013 . Topics include kinetics, acids and bases, colligative properties, equilibria, thermodynamics, electrochemistry and descriptive inorganic chemistry.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of CHEM 1013 and CHEM 1012 with grades of C or higher in each course.
Corequisite(s): The corresponding laboratory and problem session must be taken concurrently unless the student has prior credit for the laboratory
Offering: Spring
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CHEM 2881 - Selected Topics:Chemistry
Credits: 1
Offering: As Needed
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CHEM 2883 - Selected Topics: Chemistry
Credits: 3
Offering: As Needed
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CHEM 3001 - Chemistry Seminar
Credits: 1
Students will study the organization of the chemical literature, career opportunities in chemistry, resume writing and job search strategies. Each student will present a seminar on a topic in chemistry.
Prerequisites: CHEM 3020 & CHEM 3022 & CHEM 3023 and junior standing.
Offering: Fall Only.
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CHEM 3010 - Organic Chemistry 1 Problem Session
Credits: 0
Problems from the lecture are worked and reviewed in class. Must be taken concurrently with CHEM 3013 . Graded on a Pass/Fail basis.
Offering: Fall/Summer
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CHEM 3012 - Organic Chemistry 1 Lab
Credits: 2
Lab emphasizes purification techniques, conducting an organic synthesis, spectroscopy, and effective written communication of experimental findings.
Offering: Fall
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CHEM 3013 - Organic Chemistry 1
Credits: 3
A study of the structure and chemistry of the major organic functional groups, with an emphasis on stereochemistry and reaction mechanisms.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of CHEM 1023 & CHEM 1022 with C grade or higher in each course.
Corequisite(s): The corresponding laboratory and problem session must be taken concurrently unless the student has prior credit for the laboratory.
Offering: Fall
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CHEM 3020 - Organic Chemistry 2 Problem Session
Credits: 0
Problems from the two lecture are worked and reviewed in class. Must be taken concurrently with CHEM 3023 . Graded on a Pass/Fail basis.
Offering: Spring Only
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CHEM 3022 - Organic Chemistry 2 Lab
Credits: 2
Topics include study of reaction mechanisms, inert atmosphere techniques, advanced spectroscopic techniques, and organic synthesis. Students will have increased input for experimental design. Class meets three hours per week for lab work and 1 hour for group discussion.
Offering: Spring
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CHEM 3023 - Organic Chemistry 2
Credits: 3
An integrated exploration of organic chemistry, including bonding theories, functional group transformations, forming carbon-carbon bonds, reaction mechanisms, and spectroscopy.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of CHEM 3013 and CHEM 3012 with grades of C or higher in each course.
Corequisite(s): The corresponding laboratory and problem session must be taken concurrently unless the student has prior credit for the laboratory.
Offering: Spring
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CHEM 3033 - Advanced Inorganic Chemistry
Credits: 3
In this course the chemical and physical properties of inorganic compounds are investigated with a greater emphasis on the periodicity. Symmetry, ligand field and molecular orbital bonding theories will be applied to inorganic species.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of CHEM 3013 & CHEM 3012 with C grade or higher in each course.
Offering: Fall-Odd Year
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CHEM 3041 - Environmental Chemistry Lab
Credits: 1
Laboratory topics complement the topics covered in Environmental Chemistry, CHEM 3043 . Lab emphasizes basic laboratory techniques, measurement, observation and analysis of data. Topics include sampling methods, sample preparation, qualitative analysis, quantitative analysis, and evaluation of scientific conclusions.
Offering: Spring-Even Year
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CHEM 3043 - Environmental Chemistry
Credits: 3
An introductory survey course in which students study the chemical reactions of air, water, and soil in the environment. The effect of humans on the environment will be evaluated from scientific, social, political, economic, and ethical points of view. Topics include atmospheric chemistry, air and water pollution, climate change, toxicology of chemicals, and waste disposal.
Offering: Spring-Even Year
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CHEM 3062 - Analytical Chemistry 1 Lab: Quantitative Analysis
Credits: 2
Fundamental analytical technique is the underlying theme of this laboratory-based course. Experimental areas include titrimetric, gravimetric, electrochemical, and spectrochemical methodologies. The ability to effectively communicate laboratory information, data, and conclusions in oral and written forms is also emphasized.
Offering: Fall-Even Year
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CHEM 3063 - Analytical Chemistry 1: Quantitative Analysis
Credits: 3
The rigorous study of the analytical process, chemical concentrations, statistical analysis of experimental data, as well as classical and electrochemical methods of chemical analysis with considerable emphasis placed on systematic chemical equilibria. In addition, the instrumentation and methodology of atomic, molecular, and mass spectroscopy and electroanalytical techniques (potentiometry, voltammetry, coulometry, etc.) and high performance liquid chromatography will be discussed.
Offering: Fall-Even Year
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CHEM 3991 - Workshop:Chemistry
Credits: 1
May be repeated for credit with change of topic.
Offering: As Needed
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CHEM 4013 - Advanced Organic Chemistry
Credits: 3
A lecture course that covers state-of-the-art and/or recent advances in organic chemistry. Topics include a quantitative treatment of molecular orbital theory, multidimensional NMR, stereoselective synthetic methodology, and total synthesis of natural products.
Prerequisites: CHEM 3020 & CHEM 3022 & CHEM 3023
Offering: Spring-Odd Year
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CHEM 4022 - Analytical Chemistry 2 Lab: Instrumental Analysis
Credits: 2
This laboratory-based course emphasizes the fundamental understanding, routine use, and calibration of a variety of chemical instrumentation including various forms of spectroscopy, chromatography, detection of radioactive materials, and mass spectrometry.
Offering: Spring-Odd Year
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CHEM 4023 - Analytical Chemistry 2: Instrumental Analysis
Credits: 3
This course explores the basics of instrument components and operation of instrumentation used in qualitative and quantitative analysis. Sampling considerations, data processing, and instrumental configuration will be discussed for atomic and molecular spectroscopies, chromatography, electroanalytical methods, and mass spectrometry.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of CHEM 3023 & CHEM 3022 with C grade or higher in each course.
Offering: Spring-Odd Year
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CHEM 4061 - Chemistry Research
Credits: 1
Chemistry research allows students to work on an independent research project under the guidance of a faculty research mentor. The student will formulate questions, conduct a literature review, develop experiments, collect and analyze data and submit his/her findings in a formal report. The student is also expected to present his/her results in CHEM 3001 Chemistry Seminar or another approved venue. The projects are normally completed in one semester, although this course may be repeated for credit.
Prerequisites: Junior Standing and completion of CHEM 3023 and CHEM 3022 with grades of C or higher in both courses.
Offering: As Needed
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CHEM 4062 - Chemistry Research
Credits: 2
Chemistry research allows students to work on an independent research project under the guidance of a faculty research mentor. The student will formulate questions, conduct a literature review, develop experiments, collect and analyze data and submit his/her findings in a formal report. The student is also expected to present his/her results in CHEM 3001 Chemistry Seminar or another approved venue. The projects are normally completed in one semester, although this course may be repeated for credit.
Prerequisites: Junior Standing and completion of CHEM 3023 and CHEM 3022 with grades of C or higher in both courses.
Offering: As Needed
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CHEM 4063 - Chemistry Research
Credits: 3
Chemistry research allows students to work on an independent research project under the guidance of a faculty research mentor. The student will formulate questions, conduct a literature review, develop experiments, collect and analyze data and submit his/her findings in a formal report. The student is also expected to present his/her results in CHEM 3001 Chemistry Seminar or another approved venue. The projects are normally completed in one semester, although this course may be repeated for credit.
Prerequisites: Junior Standing and completion of CHEM 3023 and CHEM 3022 with grades of C or higher in both courses.
Offering: As Needed
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CHEM 4071 - Chemistry Internship
Credits: 1
Students will gain first-hand, practical experience by working in the department’s chemistry laboratories and stockroom. The course will emphasize chemical hygiene, waste disposal, and inventory management. Students will work two hours per week. This course may be repeated for credit.
Offering: Every Term
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CHEM 4102 - Biochemistry Lab
Credits: 2
See BIOL 4102 .
Offering: Fall/Spring
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CHEM 4103 - Biochemistry
Credits: 3
See BIOL 4103 .
Offering: Fall/Spring
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CHEM 4123 - Bio-Organic Chemistry
Credits: 3
A study of the metabolism and laboratory syntheses of the major classes of biologically important molecules. Topics will include proteins and amino acids; carbohydrates; and lipids.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of CHEM 3013 & CHEM 3012 with C grade or higher in each course.
Offering: Spring Odd Year
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CHEM 4203 - Chemical Thermodynamics
Credits: 3
An introduction to physical chemistry that emphasizes the experimental and theoretical aspects of chemical thermodynamics. These principles are applied to a variety of physical and chemical phenomena including real and ideal gas and solution phenomena, reaction equilibrium, and phase equilibrium.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of MATH 2025 with C grade or higher.
Offering: Fall Odd Year
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CHEM 4212 - Chemical Kinetics
Credits: 2
An introduction to physical chemistry that emphasizes the experimental and theoretical aspects of chemical reaction kinetics, including transition-state theories, classical techniques, and statistical mechanical estimation of rate constants. These principles will be applied to a variety of physical and chemical phenomena including reactions in the gas phase, liquid phase, and on surfaces. They are discussed with examples drawn from atmospheric, combustion, industrial, catalytic, and biological chemistry.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of MATH 2025 with C grade or higher.
Offering: Fall Odd Year
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CHEM 4221 - Advanced Chemistry Lab
Credits: 1
Topics include laboratory explorations of thermodynamics, kinetics, and atomic and molecular spectroscopy. An emphasis will be placed on experimental design, development of an investigative approach, and communication of laboratory results. Must be taken concurrently with CHEM 4213.
Prerequisites: CHEM 4202 & CHEM 4212 ;
Offering: Spring-Even Year
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CHEM 4222 - Quantum Chemistry
Credits: 2
An introduction to physical chemistry that emphasizes the experimental and theoretical aspects of quantum chemistry. These principles will be applied to a variety of physical and chemical phenomena including bonding theories and spectroscopy.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of MATH 2025 & PHSC 2023 or PHSC 2124 with C grade or higher in all courses.
Offering: Spring-Even Year
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CHEM 4881 - Selected Topics:Chemistry
Credits: 1
May be repeated for credit with change of topic.
Offering: As Needed
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CHEM 4882 - Selected Topics:Chemistry
Credits: 2
May be repeated for credit with change of topic.
Offering: As Needed
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CHEM 4883 - Selected Topics: Chemistry
Credits: 3
May be repeated for credit with change of topic.
Offering: As Needed
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CHEM 4953 - Cooperative Education: Chemistry
Credits: 3
A course in which students work in a position related to their major, thereby giving them the opportunity to integrate theory with practical experience. In addition to the work experience, course requirements include attending workshops and completing projects assigned by the faculty coordinator. Individualized programs must be formulated in consultation with and approved by the faculty coordinator and the appropriate Cooperative Education coordinator.May be repeated for credit with change of agency or topic.
Offering: As Needed
Notes: Jr Standing & Consent
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CHEM 4991 - Independent Study: Chemistry
Credits: 1
Offering: As Needed
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CHEM 4992 - Independent Study: Chemistry
Credits: 2
Offering: As Needed
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CHEM 4993 - Independent Study: Chemistry
Credits: 3
Offering: As Needed
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CHEM 4994 - Independent Study: Chemistry
Credits: 4
Offering: As Needed
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Communication Newman University offers a curriculum that focuses on key areas of study within communication including journalism, mass media, and interpersonal, organizational and public communication.
The communication major is designed to prepare students for a variety of entry level positions in writing, publicity, sales, public relations, journalism and corporate communication. The major also prepares students for graduate study in communication areas and is an excellent major for the pre-law candidate.
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COMM 1003 - Introduction to Mass Communication
Credits: 3
This course offers a broad look at the mass communication field and is designed to introduce the student to theories, systems, history, functions, effects, ethics, responsibilities, trends, media freedom and regulation. Focus on specific mass media industries includes: books, newspapers, magazines, film, radio, television, cable, video gaming, public relations, advertising and the Internet. Additionally, the student will be introduced to a variety of professional occupations in the mass media industry.
Offering: Spring-Even Term
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COMM 1013 - Oral Communication
Credits: 3
Do you dream of a future full of gratifying relationships in your personal, professional, and civic life? This takes skill-namely, communication skills. It’s no wonder that communication skills are included among the top three employability skills sought by organizations. This class will help you create positive relationships by developing your skill to clearly communicate ideas to individuals and groups. Through a classroom workshop space that allows for safe and repeated practice, you will learn to build impactful presentations that move an audience; hone your oral delivery skills; and strengthen team skills through the practice of active listening and providing/receiving constructive feedback gracefully.
Offering: Fall/Spring
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COMM 1023 - Introduction to Journalism
Credits: 3
Introductory course in the journalistic disciplines of news gathering, fact finding, interviewing, and writing for publication using Associated Press style. The student will gain an understanding of press law, ethics and a critical view of his or her work.
Offering: Fall Only
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COMM 1033 - Group Communication
Credits: 3
This course will provide a practical study of communication principles and interactions which occur in small group and interview settings. Focus will be on theory, analysis, application and group communication skill development.
Offering: Spring-Odd Term
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COMM 2003 - Voice and Diction
Credits: 3
This course is the study of voice production and vocal interpretation of written materials. The student will receive individualized instruction on voice, including projection, pitch, pace, tone and diction, oral interpretation and the presentation of manuscript materials that could include scripts for television, film, stage, or commercials.
Offering: Spring Odd Year
Notes: Also as THTR
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COMM 2033 - Professional Presentations
Credits: 3
The study and practice of professional presentations in an ever-changing marketplace. The student will learn to identify and utilize the most effective type of oral presentation in a variety of professional settings: including sales presentations, campaign speeches, broadcast news and a variety of presentations appropriate in the workplace. Attention to research, analysis, visual aids and delivery. Course includes historical and critical study of leading American speakers, their speeches and philosophies.
Prerequisites: COMM 1013
Offering: Spring Only
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COMM 2043 - Principles and Practices of Public Relations
Credits: 3
An overview of public relations as it relates to American society, including theory, management dynamics, and ethics and career options in the public relations field. Students will gain practical experience working on public relations projects.
Prerequisites: COMM 1023 or instructor consent.
Offering: Fall-Odd Term.
Notes: Also as BSAD
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COMM 2063 - Introduction to Film
Credits: 3
See ENGL 2063 .
Offering: As Needed.
Notes: Also as ENGL
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COMM 2103 - Interpersonal Communication
Credits: 3
This course will explore the issues which influence one-on-one communication in both personal and professional settings. Sample topics include communication strategies for relationship initiation, maintenance and dissolution; conflict resolution; listening skill development; nonverbal communication and supportive versus defensive communication. Students will also study the effects of gender, cultural and societal influences on the communication process.
Prerequisites: COMM 1013
Offering: Fall Only
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COMM 2123 - Communication and Computer Technology
Credits: 3
This course will explore concepts in computer-mediated communication (CMC) and help students develop related skills. Ethical, practical and theoretical concepts surrounding social media and other new media technologies will be covered. Students will develop an understanding of how CMC and new media are shaping areas from business to politics to interpersonal relationships. Students will also get hands-on experience developing an online presence and in using CMC to effectively market themselves.
Offering: Spring-Even Term
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COMM 2143 - Speaking for the Real World
Credits: 3
Would you like to exude confidence and credibility in real-world, public speaking situations? Would you like to learn the strategies for building a concise, clear and impactful presentation that connects your message with audience needs and expectations and moves them to believe or act in some particular way? This course provides extensive opportunities and practice in traditional face-to-face public speaking, virtual presentations, group presentations, and impromptu speaking. You will receive safe and helpful feedback from faculty and peers as you develop confidence in orally delivering your ideas.
Prerequisites: COMM 1013 .
Offering: As Needed
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COMM 2153 - Advanced News Reporting & Writing
Credits: 3
This course offers a more advanced approach to reporting and writing and is conducted in a newsroom setting. Students learn techniques for interviewing sources, approaches to feature writing, and strategies for accessing public records. Assignments are centered on intensive weekly writing and reporting exercises, with the goal of producing stories publishable in The Vantage.
Offering: Spring-Even Term
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COMM 2883 - Selected Topics: Communication
Credits: 3
May be repeated for credit with change of topic.
Offering: As Needed
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COMM 2991 - Workshop: Communication
Credits: 1
May be repeated for credit with change of topic.
Offering: As Needed
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COMM 3013 - Cross-cultural Communication
Credits: 3
This course is an examination of the similarities and differences in communication forms and patterns across diverse global cultures, with an emphasis on nonverbal elements including customs, attitudes toward change and technology, time, workplace procedure and other norms, religion, art, and daily life issues. Barriers to understanding are analyzed, as are developing trends in U. S. demographics and working with persons from varying backgrounds.
Prerequisites: ENGL 1013 & COMM 1013 or COMM 1033
Offering: Spring Only
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COMM 3033 - Feature Writing
Credits: 3
Students will be guided through the study and practice of interviewing, researching and writing feature stories, such as human interest and personality profiles, suitable for newspaper or magazine publication. Students will learn how to research free-lance markets, submit queries to editors and prepare manuscripts for publication.
Prerequisites: COMM 1023
Offering: Spring-Odd Term
Notes: Jr Standing
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COMM 3053 - Organizational Communication
Credits: 3
A course designed to introduce students to the influences of human communication on organizational effectiveness. Sample topics include: communication and organizational culture, communication and leadership, internal/external organizational communication systems, and information flow in organizational settings.
Prerequisites: COMM 1013
Offering: Spring-Even Term
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COMM 3063 - Special Projects in Public Relations
Credits: 3
This course offers a detailed study and technical application of planning, producing, managing, implementing and evaluating a variety of public relations and promotional activities as they relate to selected events, situations, and organizational needs.
Offering: As Needed
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COMM 3093 - Business & Professional Writing
Credits: 3
See ENGL 3093 .
Offering: As Needed
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COMM 3103 - Journalism Practicum: Beat Reporting
Credits: 3
Students are assigned beats and write stories independently reported on those beats for publication in The Vantage. Students determine what is newsworthy in consultation with Vantage editors and the practicum instructor. The instructor will intensively review drafts of stories with the student in advance of The Vantage’s deadline, so stories can be rewritten and reported as needed.
Prerequisites: COMM 1023
Offering: As Needed
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COMM 3113 - Journalism Practicum: Copy Editing and Layout
Credits: 3
Students are assigned copy editing and layout roles with The Vantage and are trained in editing and proofreading skills, as well as the arts of headline writing and page layout. Includes basic training in QuarkXPress.
Prerequisites: COMM 1023 or consent
Offering: As Needed
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COMM 3133 - Journalism Practicum: Advertising
Credits: 3
Advanced study and work experience in advertising, most often on the campus newspaper.
Prerequisites: COMM 1023 & COMM 3103 or consent
Offering: As Needed
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COMM 3143 - Journalism Practicum: Photography
Credits: 3
Students are taught basic photography skills and how to employ those skills in a journalistic setting. Students take regular assignments from Vantage editors and produce photographs for publication in The Vantage. Includes basic training in Adobe Photoshop.
Prerequisites: COMM 1023 or consent
Offering: As Needed
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COMM 3153 - Journalism Practicum: Newspaper Management
Credits: 3
Students are hired in management roles at The Vantage. Students learn advanced newspaper management skills, including story planning, layout planning, managing a budget, strategic planning, and communicating with readers.
Prerequisites: Instructor consent
Offering: As Needed.
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COMM 3163 - Rhetorical Theory and Criticism
Credits: 3
This course is an introduction to the methods used for the analysis and critique of various rhetorical elements. It is designed to help students become more discerning consumers of public and mass-mediated messages. Examples are drawn from print advertisements, radio and television messages, newspaper features and public speeches. (FALL-ODD YEAR).
Offering: As Needed
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COMM 3183 - Digital Marketing
Credits: 3
This course will focus on how to navigate the digital landscape by presenting the guiding principles and concepts of brand strategy with the focus on electronic communication channels and messaging. Students will learn how to use hands on tools, including search engine optimization, search engine marketing, social media, email marketing, and display ads as well as how to optimize metrics.
Prerequisites: BSAD 3133 or BSAD 4043
Offering: As Needed
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COMM 3193 - Small Group Team Building
Credits: 3
Would you like to learn the five key elements of a successful team? Do you know how to implement norms that create accountable group members? Would you like an opportunity to practice communication strategies that lead to smarter teamwork and learn how to utilize strategies for evaluating team dynamics? This course creates hands-on learning opportunities for students to learn and apply the skills and strategies necessary to enhance collaboration and group effectiveness for small group decision-making and problem-solving in face-to-face and virtual contexts.
Offering: As Needed
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COMM 3203 - Social Media & Digital Marketing
Credits: 3
This course will focus on how to navigate the digital landscape by presenting the guiding principles and concepts of brand strategy with a focus on electronic communication channels and messaging. Students will explore best practices for using social media to promote and brand products and services. Additionally, students will learn how to use tools including search engine optimization, search engine marketing, email marketing and display ads to optimize metrics.
Prerequisites: BSAD 3013
Offering: As Needed
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COMM 3213 - Digital Content Creation
Credits: 3
The course provides students with the foundation to research, write, produce and publish purpose-driven digital content for a target audience. Students will be introduced to the fundamentals of composition, lighting, sound design, color theory, and branding. The art of digital storytelling will be discussed in the context of various media, including live-streaming, podcasting, YouTube and other social media platforms.
Offering: As needed
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COMM 3223 - Sports Facilities and Event Management
Credits: 3
This course provides students with an overview of all elements involved in sport event and facility management. Topics include planning and design, services management, maintenance, funding, scheduling, operations, administration, and legal aspects. An emphasis will be placed on experiential learning.
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COMM 3233 - Game Day Promotion and Fan Engagement
Credits: 3
This course examines the elements associated with the successful planning and execution of sporting events and fan engagement. Topics covered include project management, advertising and promotion, and human resource management. An emphasis will be placed on experiential learning.
Offering: As needed
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COMM 3991 - Workshops:Communication
Credits: 1
May be repeated for credit with change of topic.
Offering: As Needed
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COMM 4003 - Theories of Communication
Credits: 3
This course reviews the major theoretical contributions to the field of communication studies. Attention is paid to diverse philosophical and theoretic influences in the development of communication theory.
Offering: Fall-Even Term
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COMM 4013 - Persuasion
Credits: 3
This course is a study of persuasive theories and strategies utilized in a variety of human context with an emphasis on applying principles of persuasion to alter attitudes or behavior. Persuasive campaigns will be developed to address organizational and civic challenges with the goal of positive transformation. Students will analyze persuasive messages for effectiveness and develop skills for offering feedback and the process of iterative message development.
Offering: Spring-Odd Term
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COMM 4033 - Critical Thinking and Argumentation
Credits: 3
The study of critical thinking and human information processing. Students will learn to recognize and avoid the common fallacies committed in everyday discussion, the news media, advertising, law, politics, and science. They shall become acquainted with various logical, rhetorical, and linguistic moves which are used in argument. As a result, students should acquire a more realistic (less naive) view of the world, society and political systems. As students learn their way around rational discussion and argument, they will become more confident and effective critics of others’ positions and a better defender of their own position as well as becoming more aware of their own views and habits.
Prerequisites: COMM 1013
Offering: Fall-Even Term
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COMM 4103 - Journalism History, Law, and Ethics
Credits: 3
This capstone course for journalism minors covers the history of journalism in America, with an emphasis on the legal and constitutional history of the First Amendment, libel laws and “sunshine” laws. Students gain an understanding of what constitutes actionable libel and how to avoid it, as well as privacy and copyright laws in the context of both traditional and new media platforms. Additionally, they gain an understanding of ethical problems facing journalists and how to resolve them.
Offering: As Needed
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COMM 4173 - Mindful Leadership
Credits: 3
The course introduces students to the concept of creating organizations whose cultures can be characterized as responsible, just, and compassionate.
Offering: As Needed
Notes: Also as BSAD
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COMM 4603 - Communication Senior Seminar
Credits: 3
This course requires students to research, develop and present an analysis, interpretation, and evaluation of a communication artifact. The project will demonstrate a synthesis of the major course work and will be presented to the communication faculty.
Prerequisites: Senior standing.
Offering: Fall Only
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COMM 4883 - Selected Topics: Communication
Credits: 3
May be repeated for credit with change of topic: organizational communication, intercultural communication, introduction to radio and television, etc.
Offering: As Needed
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COMM 4951 - Cooperative Education: Communication
Credits: 1
A course in which students work in a position related to their major, thereby giving them the opportunity to integrate theory with practical experience. In addition to the work experience, course requirements include attending workshops and completing projects assigned by the faculty coordinator. Individualized programs must be formulated in consultation with and approved by the faculty coordinator and the appropriate Cooperative Education coordinator.May be repeated for credit up to six hours with change of agency or topic.
Offering: As Needed
Notes: Jr Standing & Consent
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COMM 4952 - Cooperative Education: Communication
Credits: 2
A course in which students work in a position related to their major, thereby giving them the opportunity to integrate theory with practical experience. In addition to the work experience, course requirements include attending workshops and completing projects assigned by the faculty coordinator. Individualized programs must be formulated in consultation with and approved by the faculty coordinator and the appropriate Cooperative Education coordinator.May be repeated for credit up to six hours with change of agency or topic.
Offering: As Needed
Notes: Jr Standing & Consent
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COMM 4953 - Cooperative Education: Communication
Credits: 3
A course in which students work in a position related to their major, thereby giving them the opportunity to integrate theory with practical experience. In addition to the work experience, course requirements include attending workshops and completing projects assigned by the faculty coordinator. Individualized programs must be formulated in consultation with and approved by the faculty coordinator and the appropriate Cooperative Education coordinator.May be repeated for credit up to six hours with change of agency or topic.
Offering: As Needed
Notes: Jr Standing & Consent
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COMM 4991 - Independent Study: Communication
Credits: 1
Offering: As Needed
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COMM 4992 - Independent Study: Communication
Credits: 2
Offering: As Needed
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COMM 4993 - Independent Study: Communication
Credits: 3
Offering: As Needed
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COMM 4994 - Independent Study: Communication
Credits: 4
Offering: As Needed
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CS 2003 - Computer Science Principles
Credits: 3
This course includes the overall focus of management information systems concepts, decision making, and adapts to ever-evolving technology. Topics include: Information system components, valuing information systems, information systems infrastructure, Relational Database Management Systems (RDBMS), Cloud Computing Visualization, Internet, security of information systems, business intelligence, enterprise-wide information systems, and development and acquisition.
Offering: As needed
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CS 2883 - Selected Topics: Computer Science
Credits: 3
May be repeated for credit with change of topic.
Offering: As Needed
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CS 3023 - Database Design and SQL
Credits: 3
An introduction to relational database design and Structure Query Language, including the entity relationship model and normalization. In addition, students will be introduced to current trends in data warehousing, NoSQL databases, and cloud computing.
Offering: Odd year
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CS 3103 - Data Analysis and Visualization
Credits: 3
Students will develop higher level skills in the preparation and design of data visualizations, including reports and interactive digital dashboards in Tableau Desktop as well as Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Word. Requires a computer with a current version of Microsoft Office.
Offering: As needed
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CS 3113 - Computer Programming 1
Credits: 3
An introduction to the principles and practices of computer programming, including variables, data types, methods, loops, arrays, string manipulation, classes and object-oriented programming.
Offering: As needed
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CS 3123 - Computer Programming 2
Credits: 3
Further study and competency development in advanced principles and best practices of computer programming. Includes an overview of current trends in programming and an introduction to key features of leading languages and frameworks.
Offering: As needed
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