Short stories from internationally acclaimed authors are used to examine the basic elements of prose and gain an appreciation for short prose. This examination includes an understanding of character, conflict, point of view, structure, tone, themes, setting, symbols and metaphors, and irony. The historical context and biographical information for each author enrich the reading of...Read More
This course examines the American system of government and presents a solid introduction to the historical, political, and philosophical foundations of the U.S. Constitution, with a focus on the original Constitution, its amendments over time, and judicial interpretations.Read More
This course examines the American system of government and presents a solid introduction to the historical, political, and philosophical foundations of the U.S. Constitution, with a focus on the original Constitution, its amendments over time, and judicial interpretations.Read More
This survey course explores the science of psychology. Students develop an understanding of the various approaches to psychology, the physical structures of the human brain and their impact on behavior, how people learn and memorize, explore motivation and personality, and a general discussion of psychological disorders. Students learn how psychological research forms the basis for...Read More
This survey course explores the science of psychology. Students develop an understanding of the various approaches to psychology, the physical structures of the human brain and their impact on behavior, how people learn and memorize, explore motivation and personality, and a general discussion of psychological disorders. Students learn how psychological research forms the basis for...Read More
This course develops the student’s understanding of effective verbal and non-verbal communication while recognizing perspectives, emotions, the needs of others, relationships, conflicts, and other contexts for communication. Read More
In this course, students develop and refine written communication and study skills and demonstrate their ability to use writing and reading across personal, professional, and scholarly pursuits. Students learn to focus on purpose, using appropriate conventions of format and structure, and crafting a polished final product. Students develop strategies for generating ideas, revising, editing and...Read More
This course teaches students to think critically and effectively. Students develop strategies to assess information, to effectively use reasoning and logic, and to apply critical thinking strategies to a range of personal and professional situations.Read More
This course examines the theory of supply and demand and provides an examination of international trade theory and policy issues. The course concludes with an exploration of balance of payments and an appraisal foreign exchange rates. The intent of this course is to provide the student with a good understanding of the forces that shape...Read More
This course examines the broad area of financial management and the theories governing the discipline. As a foundation course, it provides managers the tools and perspective needed to make financial decisions within a business setting.Read More