Academic Catalog

Undergraduate ACADEMIC CATALOG

2018 - 19 Table of Contents About this Catalog Table of Contents 1 About this Catalog 1 This Academic Catalog contains official announce- About Midland University 2 ments of policies and practices for the academic year Midland University’s Mission 3 2018-2019, effective August 23, 2018.

Accreditation 4 Although Midland University intends to adhere to the Undergraduate Admissions 5 content of this catalog, the University reserves the right Academic Policies and Standards 7 to modify or change the curriculum, admission and Student Records and Privacy Rights 15 degree requirements, tuition and fees, and other poli- Rules, Rights, and Responsibilities 17 cies and procedures without prior notice and without Academic Resources 23 regard to date of application for admission or enroll- Student Life and Services 24 ment. The information in this catalog is not an offer to The 4-1-4 Academic Calendar 26 enter into a binding contract between the student and Undergraduate Degrees 28 the University. The Undergraduate Curriculum 31 These academic policies will apply to all students who Schools/Colleges and Faculty 37 begin their academic program during the period of Academic Affairs 39 this catalog. Students currently enrolled under a pre- Undergraduate Programs 40 vious Academic Catalog have the option of remaining Art 40 under that Academic Catalog or substituting this new Arts Management 41 catalog. This option may be exercised by informing the Biology 44 Registrar of the requested change in writing. Business Administration 45 Chemistry 47 Questions about this catalog should be directed to the University Registrar: [email protected]. Criminal Justice 47 Education 48 English 59 History and Politics 60 Human Performance 61 Human Services 64 Mass Communication 65 Mathematics/Computer Science 65 Natural Science 66 Nursing 68 Psychology 72 Religion/Philosophy 74 Respiratory Therapy 74 Sociology 76 Youth and Family Ministry 77 General Studies 78 Pre-Professional/Dual Degree Programs 79 Course Descriptions 83 Administration and Staff Contacts 171

1 goals upon entering the University; others who enroll About midland University are undecided about a career path. With the help of an academic advisor, students may choose to take a variety of courses during the first two years at Mid- Midland is a four-year, private, coeducational univer- land University; this gives students the opportunity to sity of liberal arts and sciences, offering undergraduate examine several academic and career options to make education and select graduate programs of the high- informed educational and career choices. est quality. Our goal is to prepare every student for satisfaction and success in a selected vocation and to Campus advance the Christian view of life. Midland is a 33-acre campus in the heart of Fremont. The campus contains 18 buildings, including the Character and History 26,000 square-foot Kimmel Theatre, the repurposed Midland University owns a rich history of more than Olson Student Center, and the 44,000 square-foot 130 years of service in higher education. Our institu- Events Center for athletics and special events. tion was first founded in 1883 as Luther College and was then established as Midland College in Atchinson, Midland has an additional location in Omaha. This Kansas in 1887. Midland is a product of several college 10,000 square-foot facility, located in the Old Mill and church mergers. In 1919, the institution settled business district, contains classrooms, collaborative on its current location of Fremont, Nebraska. In 1962, space where students can work, café areas for commu- Luther College merged with The Luther Junior Col- nity events, and office space. The Omaha location is lege of Wahoo and was renamed as Midland Lutheran home to the Midland MBA program and the Para to College. The college was refounded in 2010, and was Teacher Program, renamed as Midland University. Midland is affiliated with the Nebraska Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Calendar Church in America Midland operates on a 4-1-4 academic calendar con- sisting of two four-month terms separated by a three- Location week January Interterm. Select summer classes are also Fremont is a community of approximately 25,000 peo- available for students to take. ple situated about 25 miles northwest of Omaha and 50 miles from Lincoln, the capital of Nebraska.

Profile Midland has over 1,400 students from more than 30 states and international locations, most of who graduated in the top one-third of their high school classes. The majority of our students live on campus (60%) and are between the ages of 18 and 22. Although the majority of students on campus register as traditional students, the University also provides educational opportunities for nontraditional, online, and part-time students.

Academic Programs The University offers six bachelors programs along with four graduate programs. Within the 21 subject areas, Midland offers 35 full and compressed majors, 29 concentrations, 21 education endorsements, and 18 minors. In addition, independent study, pre-professional fields of study, and interdisciplinary concentrations. Many Midland students have set their career

2 ing differences. The presentation of any specific idea on Midland University’s Mission the campus or within the community does not indicate University advocacy, acceptance, or commitment to it. Rather, it reflects the University’s strong commitment Mission Statement to learn from others and ideas through dialogue. Midland University inspires people to learn and lead in the world with purpose. As a community, we share a common ground that we are to love and serve all of God’s creation. The New Statement of Core Institutional Values Testament messages of forgiveness and love are funda- Midland University is a liberal arts university affiliated mental to our core beliefs and practices. with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. We Midland promotes and teaches in community its five hold the following core values to be the foundation of core values supportive of the University’s mission our identity as a community: statement “to inspire to learn and lead in the world with purpose.” Each core value - faith, learning, quality, Faith: We believe as a university of the Lutheran tradi- respect, and stewardship - reinforces the others. All tion that faith and learning are inexorably linked. We members of our shared educational community try to believe that the exploration of faith and religion is an live up to them to the best of their individual human essential human endeavor. abilities. Learning: We believe that learning is best based on open inquiry and the liberal arts. We believe that an The First-Year Experience at Midland University appreciation of empirical, theoretic, and aesthetic Midland University believes that the first year of forms of knowledge is critical to the development of college is central in developing the knowledge, skills, citizens who can respond to an ever-changing world. attitudes, and behaviors necessary for the successful Quality: We believe in upholding exacting standards completion of a college degree, becoming a life-long of quality and accountability. We believe in a learning learner, becoming an active and ethical participant in a experience where excellence in all things is valued and diverse world, and in living a life of service. Therefore, expected by all our constituents – our faculty, staff, Midland University provides a foundational first-year students, alumni, trustees, and friends. experience that allows students to lay claim to their Respect: We believe in the sanctity of the individual in unique gifts and talents, one in which Midland and its a mutually supportive community of a small university. students share responsibility for a positive first-year Therefore, we believe in a focus on each person as an experience. The University initiates the learning and individual with inherent worth. the student becomes an engaged learner to lay out Stewardship: We believe we are called to educate the foundation for student to live out our mission to morally and ethically responsible citizens of a plural- learn and lead in the world with purpose and advance istic global society. In this endeavor, we are guided by our core institutional values of faith, learning, quality, the ideas of service, integrity, and mutual respect. respect, and stewardship.

Statement of Faith, Learning, and Intellectual Midland: Engagement • Respects and addresses the varied academic, person- For more than 130 years, Midland University has al and social development needs of all students, supported liberal arts and Lutheran higher education • Supports curricular and co-curricular programs that traditions. These traditions encourage open inquiry promote full engagement in learning, and consideration of ideas critical to understand- • Develops faculty and staff to work effectively with ing both the human condition and human potential. first-year students, and Reflecting the University’s mission and core values of • Assesses our comprehensive first-year experience for faith and learning, we are guided by a theology that improvement. pursues truth and learning through open inquiry of Our students: ideas and structured environments. Beyond promoting • Understand the academic expectations of the Uni- understanding, our core value of respect requires us versity, that we demonstrate civility and tolerance in discuss- • Demonstrate the foundational skills for academic

3 success including reading, writing, speaking, and critical thinking responsibility for their own learn- Accreditation ing • Appreciate that the role and purpose of a liberal arts education includes liberating and opening the mind, Midland is accredited by the: and preparing students for responsible action Higher Learning Commission of the North Central • Participate in academic and co-curricular activities Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools to experience a diversity of ideas, world views and 30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2400 cultures Chicago, Illinois, 60602-2504 • Are aware of and use the support resources of the (800)621-7440 University • Develop behaviors to support a physically, spiritual- Department of Higher Education of the Evangelical ly, and socially healthy lifestyle. Lutheran Church 8765 W Higgins Road Chicago, IL 60631 (800)638-3522

Individual program approvals and/or accreditation: The nursing program is approved by: Nebraska State Board of Nursing 301 Centennial Mall South, P.O. Box 94986 Lincoln, Nebraska 68509-4986 (402)471-4376

Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) 3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 850 Atlanta, Georgia 30326 (404)975-5000 www.acenursing.org

The respiratory therapy program is approved by: Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) 1248 Harwood Road Bedford, TX 76021-4244 (817)283-2835

The education program is approved by: Nebraska State Department of Education 301 Centennial Mall South, P.O. Box 94987 Lincoln, NE 68509-4987 (402)471-2295

Documentation of accreditation may be viewed upon request in the Office of the President.

4 the goals and requirements of Title IX of the Educa- Undergraduate Admissions tion Amendments of 1972 prohibiting discrimination in education and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, age, religion, or The Entering First Year Student disability in admission or access to, or treatment or Admission to Midland University is granted to high employment in, its programs and activities. school graduates or the equivalent on the basis of high school achievement and American College Test (ACT) A full-time, first year student is defined as a student scores. who has not attended college during the regular academic year (excluding summer) following high school Students who graduate in the upper one-fourth of graduation. their class are most strongly encouraged to apply for admission; however, any student who graduates from Transfer Students high school in the upper one-half of the class may be A transfer student is defined as a student who has admitted in full standing. Students who rank in the attended another college during the regular academic lower one-half of the high school graduating class may year (excluding summer) after high school graduation. apply, and will be considered for admission to Midland College work completed at an institution accredited after review of their ACT scores, personal educational by one of the regional accrediting associations may be objectives, or from a guidance counselor. applied toward a degree at Midland University provided that a grade of C- or better has been earned in Application for admission to Midland should be sub- these courses. Course equivalencies may be applied if mitted early in the senior year. An application form is the courses correspond reasonably to those offered by available online at MidlandU.edu and can be submitted Midland University. Courses over seven (7) years old to the Admissions Office. There is no application fee. and subject-specific courses may be evaluated individually and reviewed by faculty in the area of study Recommended high school preparation includes four before the equivalency is awarded. years of English, three years of mathematics, at least three years of science, two years of foreign language, Acceptance of credit from unaccredited institutions and 10 elective units. cannot be assured, although exceptions are made in the case of certain special purpose institutions such as The ACT or SAT is required of all incoming first year Bible colleges accredited by the American Association students. Test scores reflect a student’s academic po- of Bible Colleges. Veterans should submit a copy of tential in different areas and are a helpful tool in course their ACE transcript, available on the American Coun- planning and selection of an academic major. Students cil on Education website, and contact the University should make arrangements to take the test as early as Registrar. junior year. A schedule of testing dates and registration blanks is available in high school guidance offices or Students may transfer a maximum of 90 credits from can be obtained from the Midland admissions office. an accredited community or junior college and unlim- ited credits from accredited four-year institutions. In All applicants should request that an official high certain situations, transfer credit may be accepted pro- school transcript be sent to the admissions office. A visionally and then validated by additional evidence, transcript request form is available from the Midland such as satisfactory work in residence. The University University’s Admissions Office. The student must Registrar makes final determination of transfers of submit an official transcript confirming date of gradu- credit. ation in order to enroll in a course(s). Applicants will be notified of their admission status as soon as possible A transfer applicant suspended for academic insuffi- after the completion of the steps outlined above. ciency from the previous college attended may not be eligible for admission to Midland until after a waiting The University reserves the right to refuse admission period of one semester, unless the student has been to any applicant. Midland University is committed to approved by the admissions committee or has satisfac-

5 torily completed nine credit hours at another college agency to the University Registrar. Evaluation for with a minimum grade of “C-” in each. credit rests with the University Registrar and the department in which the subject is offered. Credit will Students transferring from other colleges or univer- be awarded based on the American Council of Educa- sities are required to follow the regular admissions tion’s recommendations. Students are encouraged to procedure, including the submission of an official high take subject exams. Full academic credit for such work school transcript and an official transcript from each will not be granted until the student has successfully college attended. ACT scores are not required of trans- completed at least one term at Midland. fer students if over 24 college credits are completed. A minimum 2.0 GPA is required for acceptance. Defense Activity for Non-traditional Education Support (DANTES) Grades earned in classes at other institutions and Midland University may award credit for DANTES transferred toward a degree at Midland are entered on subject exams based on the recommendations of the the permanent record at Midland, but are not includ- American Council of Education. The student must ed in the computation of the grade point average at have an official transcript sent to the University Regis- Midland. Under the same provisions, academic work trar. in recognized two-year colleges will be accepted for first-year student or sophomore credit. International Baccalaureate (IB) Midland University may award credit for IB courses In order to graduate from Midland, a transfer student for scores on Higher Level exams of 5 or above. Stu- must complete at least the 30 of the last 36 credit hours dents should submit transcripts for all IB course work in residence and maintain a 2.00 GPA at Midland. as part of their application to the University. Transfer students are eligible for academic honors upon graduation only if they complete at least 60 credit Service Member’s Opportunity College hours in residence at Midland. Midland University is a member of the Service member’s Opportunity Colleges (S.O.C.), a consortium of Students Holding an Associate Degree national higher education associations and institutions. Students who have successfully completed the As- Students who have completed military service may sociate of Arts degree or its equivalent from a re- petition for college credit for non-traditional learning gionally accredited or corresponding institution and experiences. Military transcripts should be sent to the have a minimum of 60 transferable hours are eligible University Registrar for evaluation. Midland Univer- for admission to Midland as first-term juniors. This sity follows the guidelines outlined by the American includes Associate of Science degrees from Nebraska Council on Education in awarding credit for military community colleges. A.S. degrees from other states will training and experience. be evaluated on an individual basis. Graduation from Midland is contingent upon fulfillment of institutional and major requirements for the baccalaureate degree. Re-admission Students holding an Associates of Applied Science Undergraduate students who have been away from degree will have courses evaluated individually. Midland one semester or more, or who have graduated from Midland, must file an application for re-admis- Advanced Placement (AP) and College Level Examina- sion. Re-admission applications will be reviewed and tion Program (CLEP) checked to make sure that all academic and or finan- The AP Program and the CLEP of the College En- cial obligations have been met before a student can be trance Examination Board and the Proficiency Ex- re-admitted to the University. There is no charge to amination Program (PEP) of the American College re-apply, and the necessary form may be obtained in Testing Service are advanced placement and credit by the admissions office or completed online at Midlan- examination programs recognized at Midland Univer- dU.edu. Graduate students must apply for re-admis- sity. sion if they have been away from the University for one session or more. Official exam results must be sent from the testing

6 If a student has attended or completed coursework at other colleges, all transcripts from these institutions Academic Policies and Standards must also be submitted.

Special Admission Registration Persons who do not meet regular admission require- Registration involves enrolling for the student’s choice ments, but who wish to take particular course work, of classes and the payment of all term costs. There- may be granted admission as special students for no fore, students are permitted to enter classes only after more than two courses. Individuals admitted as spe- completing registration and meeting financial commit- cial may count such course work toward a degree only ments in the Student Billing Office. Students may not upon completion of all regular admission and prereq- register for and enter a course, section, or laboratory uisite requirements. These students will be classified as after the first week of a semester or session. Students Non-Degree Seeking students. may not enter a class after two session of the class have met during Interterm and four sessions during Sum- International Students mer. Undergraduate and graduate applicants normally should apply for admission one year before the time Change of Registration they expect to enter Midland. All credentials must be During the fall or spring semesters, a student who on file at least two months before the Midland term desires to drop or change a course may do so during begins. Foreign Candidates for admission must file the first week of the term. Beginning the second week an application and official document, certifying in of the term, students must obtain signatures of the English, their complete secondary training. A TOE- instructor and advisor and submit a Change of Sched- FL test (Testing of English as a Foreign Language) of ule Form to the University Registrar. The student must 550 (written), 213 (computer), 79 (internet based) or continue in the present class until the request for a IECTS score of 6.5 is required, along with a statement change has been submitted. If a student is granted of finances indicating sufficient funding to cover all permission to drop a course during the first two weeks costs. International students are also required to pur- of the term, all evidence of the course will be removed chase health insurance as a condition of enrollment. from the academic record. If the student drops a Further details from the Admissions Office are avail- course after this date, but prior to four weeks before able online at MidlandU.edu. International transcripts the last day of classes in that term, a W (withdrawal) must be evaluated by an accredited agency for the U.S. for each course dropped will appear on the record equivalent before submitting to the University Regis- unless an AW (administrative withdrawal) has already trar for transfer of credit. been assigned. Withdrawals during the last four weeks of Fall or Spring semesters, after one week of Inter- High School Scholars/Dual Enrollment term, or four weeks of a Summer term, will result in Midland University’s High School Scholar program a grade of F in the course(s) dropped. Non-standard allows high school juniors and seniors to take one or length courses are subject to the same dates as the full two college courses per semester on Midland’s cam- term. All students should refer to the appropriate Aca- pus. Students will earn college credit toward a degree demic Calendar for exact registration dates. at Midland or students may choose to transfer their credits to another institution. These courses are taught Classification of Students by Midland University faculty and can be part of the Undergraduate students enrolled in courses, which students’ regular high school schedule. In addition, accumulate to 12 or more credit hours during the fall students may earn credit towards high school grad- or spring semester, are classified as full-time; the full- uation by enrolling in Dual Enrollment courses at time/part-time designation is made after the Census their high school. These students will be classified as Day, which is the first day of Academic Week 3 unless Non-Degree Seeking students. otherwise indicated on the Academic Calendar.

7 Academic Load A student may not receive credit by examination for a The typical load for an undergraduate student during course of lower level than a course for which credit has the fall and spring term is 15-18 credit hours. A stu- already been received. Each department determines dent may carry up to an 18 credit hour load in each of a natural sequence of courses in its own discipline. A the regular terms without special permission or special student who has taken an advanced level course in a charge. A student wishing to carry more than 18 credit language, mathematics or other area, and who needs hours must be approved by their advisor and Academ- the beginning level courses on the transcript for a ic Affairs, must pay a special overload fee, and must professional requirement, may request the Registrar qualify in accordance with the following overload pol- and department involved to make special entries on icy. Three credits or one course is the maximum load the permanent record certifying competence in those during Interterm. Nine credit hours is the maximum areas, but such courses will not be counted toward the load during the summer session. University graduation requirements.

Overload Policy: Course Offerings 19 credit hours: 3.25 grade point average previous Courses which are included in the regular curriculum semester* and a 3.25 cumulative GPA of the University are listed in this Catalog. Course lev- 20-21 credit hours: 3.50 grade point average previ- els help advisers and students find appropriate courses. ous semester* and a 3.50 cumulative GPA Levels also differentiate courses that are appropriate for *Based upon a minimum of 12 credit hours graded on particular populations of students. the A-F scale 100-299: Lower-division courses primarily for fresh- Undergraduate students desiring to take graduate men and sophomores. classes require approval from Academic Affairs and the 100-199: Primarily introductory and beginning appropriate Graduate Program Director. courses. 200-299: Intermediate-level courses. Class Designation Designation as a member of a particular class is based 300-499: Upper-division courses primarily for juniors upon the number of credit hours successfully complet- and seniors. ed: 300-399: Advanced-intermediate-level courses. First-Year 27 or fewer credits earned 400-499: Advanced-level courses. Sophomore 28-59 credits earned Junior 60-89 credits earned Note: Lower-division courses may also be suitable for Senior 90 or more credits earned juniors or seniors with little or no background in a particular discipline. Testing Out A fully matriculated student may, under certain condi- Course Sequencing tions, acquire academic credit by testing out of regular Some courses are offered on alternate years or terms. catalog courses. There must, however, be no duplica- The schedule of classes must be consulted to obtain the tion of credit; that is, a student may not receive credit most current information about term-by-term course through examination for any course if its content has availability. Although it is the responsibility of the stu- been included in courses for which credit has already dent to take the initiative in determining and meeting been received. The program offering the course, in graduation and major requirements, faculty, advisors, consultation with the Academic Affairs, makes the and administrative staff will work with students to the decision regarding the test. A testing-out fee is as- extent necessary to assist them in attaining educational sessed and retained, whether or not the examination is objectives. Course sequencing is subject to change. passed. Upon passing the examination, the student is charged for credit earned in excess of 18 credits during Independent Study Courses that term or in excess of three credits during Interterm. Independent study involves scholarship and research Test out courses are awarded grades of PX. above and beyond the departmental courses offered at Midland, providing students the opportunity to ex-

8 plore a specialized topic in depth. The student consults ic credit. Some departments may require students to with a faculty supervisor and completes a written complete an internship. They generally are completed proposal form. If approved, the student pursues the in three credit blocks to a maximum of nine credits for study with minimal direction from the supervising the baccalaureate degree. The primary purpose is to professor. Independent study opportunities are avail- provide students an opportunity to apply and extend able in all departments under the common course the theoretical knowledge gained in the classroom to a number 450. They may be proposed for one or more practical work experience. Secondary benefits include credits, although they are usually valued at three cred- the opportunity to test one’s suitability to a vocational its. Grading includes sharing the results of the study field, promote marketability, and establish contacts with the campus community in the form of reports to with prospective employers. classes, research papers filed in Luther Library, papers delivered to departmental faculty and students, recit- In an internship, the: als, shows, or other similar means of dissemination. • Student intern will obtain practical work experience Independent studies will be offered at the discretion of under professional supervision and guidance. the program. • Student intern will synthesize classroom learning and the internship experience. Directed Study Courses • Student intern will demonstrate professional skills Directed study involves completion of regular cata- and demeanor. log courses at times other than when offered by the department, providing students the opportunity to Internships are available in all departments under the resolve scheduling conflicts. Since the mode of instruc- common course number 499. They are open to all tion is frequent conferences and “one-to-one” private Midland students via a written proposal form with tutoring between instructor and student, which signifi- approval/rejection from the department asked to grant cantly affects the instructor’s time, directed studies are the credit and Academic Affairs. Internships carry purposely held to a minimum. The student consults variable credit, with a minimum of 45 clock hours with the instructor who normally teaches the course under the direction of the host agency required for and, if approved, prepares a full written proposal form each credit hour. Nursing students complete 270 clock for review by Academic Affairs. Directed studies may hours including their clinical work. Internship work not be taken to meet general education requirements. is to be completed during the same term the course is No more than six hours of directed studies will count taken. toward graduation. In addition, a student cannot use a directed study to replace a grade for the same course Grading follows the usual A-F/P-NC system with the failed previously. A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 is choice to be cooperatively determined by the student required to enroll in a directed study. and the supervising professor prior to the internship. The supervising professor, with input from the host, Research is responsible for recording the midterm and final A research course is offered within most programs for grades. All performance measures and expectation are Junior or Senior students in good standing with the to be listed in the written application consistent with University. The research class is typically listed under the college’s experiential learning program require- the common course number of 496 and is a variable ments. credit course. This course is designed for students wishing to focus on, and complete, directed research, Practicum such as that required for a research course or thesis. Practicums are field experiences that allow a student to Students may register for this course upon consulta- observe and document how working professionals per- tion with their advisor and program faculty and after form their job responsibilities. Students participate to gaining approval from Academic Affairs. a limited extent in performing tasks under supervision by program professors and on-site staff. Concurrently, Internships students may be enrolled in a course which outlines Internships are carefully planned, supervised work the expectations and requirements of the practicum. experiences for which the student may earn academ-

9 In instances where the departmental standard is more Grades and Standards of Scholarship or less than two-thirds, the variation is stated in this Midland utilizes the dual grading system of letter Catalog. grades (A-B-C-D-F) and pass-pass marginal-no credit (P-PM-NC). The A-F system is used in the majority of Grades courses. The P/NC system is typically used for travel Grades of A, A-, B+, B, B-, C+, C, C-, D+, D, D-, F, and courses and group activity courses (usually valued at AW are assigned on the basis of student accomplish- one credit hour). In courses other than travel courses ment. A grade of W or IW is assigned for withdrawn and group activities, the P/NC grading system may be courses. An A grade represents superior academic used exclusively by the instructor only if approved by work and indicates that the student has displayed ini- the department concerned. tiative, skill and thoroughness in thinking and course work. The B grade indicates work of high quality and A student enrolled in an A-F graded course may is awarded for accomplishment well above the average. choose to be graded by the alternate P/NC system. The A grade of C is awarded for satisfactory completion of instructor evaluates all students’ work on the basis of a all course requirements.* The D grade indicates aca- letter grade, but the grade of the student who chooses demic work below the average in quality. An F grade the P/NC grade system is reported to the University indicates failure to meet the minimum requirements of Registrar as a P, PM or NC. Students may opt for the the course. P/NC grade system in a maximum of one course per *The Nursing Program requires a C+ to meet satisfactory term, including summer, exclusive of courses desig- completion of coursework. See the Nursing Handbook for nated as graded on the P/NC only basis. Students are more information. reminded that the core curriculum courses identified previously in the catalog must be graded A-F. In addi- An AW indicates Administrative Withdrawal from the tion, some majors do not allow use of the P/NC option. course. No academic credit is awarded for courses in In P/NC only courses, the student has no choice of which the student receives a grade of F or AW; F and grading systems. In all other courses, the A-F grading AW grades are computed as 0.00 in the GPA. system choice is assumed unless the student has clearly indicated to the instructor the student’s preference for In the P-PM-NC system, the P grade indicates the the P/NC option. student has satisfactorily completed the minimum requirements for the course and receives academic credit Grading options must be made by midterm of the reg- for the course based upon the equivalent of a grade of ular semester and the end of the drop period of Inter- C- or better. The PM indicates that the student passed term and Summer and filed with the University Regis- the course with a grade of less than C-. An NC grade trar. The instructor is responsible for keeping a record indicates the student did not successfully complete the of the options chosen and for recording the option on minimum requirements and hence no academic credit the official grade report at midterm. Thus, the midterm is earned in the course. A PX indicates a test out grade. grade is an accurate indication of the student’s final grade option choice for the course. Once a valid grade Repeated Courses has been submitted to the University Registrar, the stu- If a student chooses to repeat a course, the higher of dent’s grading option choice cannot be changed except the two grades is used when calculating the cumulative in the case of exceptional circumstances. GPA, although both course notations and final grades are carried on the official grade transcript. A P/NC The University requires a minimum of two-thirds of grade cannot be used to replace an A-F grade. the credits for graduation to be graded on the A-F system. The number of P/NC options a student may Grade Point Average take, exclusive of P/NC only courses, is limited to four In addition to the grading system described above, the courses. A minimum of two-thirds of the credits for University uses a grade point average based on a 0.00- the major must be graded on the A-F system. Depart- 4.00 numerical system. Grades of P, PM, NC, PX, TC, ments may raise the two-thirds minimum, but may IW, and W will not be calculated into GPA. not lower it without the approval of Academic Affairs.

10 ger available, a student may request in writing a copy Grade Quality Grade Quality of their grade report from the University Registrar. Points Points A 4.00 C 2.00 Academic Honors Dean’s List A- 3.70 C- 1.70 Students who achieve a fall or spring term GPA of 3.50 B+ 3.30 D+ 1.30 -3.99 are eligible for the Dean’s List. To be considered B 3.00 D 1.00 for this honor, the student must have completed the B- 2.70 D- 0.70 requirements in all courses (i.e., did not receive a grade C+ 2.30 F, AW 0.00 of incomplete) and must have completed at least 12 credits on the A-F grading system during the term. Sample Computation of a Term Grade Point Average: Course Credits Grade Grade Course President’s List Quality Quality Students who achieve a fall or spring term GPA of 4.00 Points Points are eligible for the President’s List. To be considered for this honor, the student must have completed the MID101 1 P requirements in all courses (i.e., did not receive a grade SOC130 3 B 3.0 9.0 of incomplete) and must have completed at least 12 SPE110 3 C+ 2.3 6.9 credits on the A-F grading system during the term. MUS084 1 P CHE103 4 A- 3.7 14.8 Departmental Honor Departmental honors recognize high academic BIO110 3 A 4.0 12.0 achievement in the major. In order to receive this HPM151 1 P recognition, the student is expected to maintain a 3.75 16 42.7 GPA in all course work taken in the major area and a 3.50 cumulative GPA in all course work. A student’s GPA for each term is determined by di- viding the number of points earned in A-F graded Graduation with Honors courses by the number of A-F graded credits taken. General honors in course work are awarded for dis- The P, PM and NC grades are not computed into tinguished academic achievement. To be eligible, a the student’s grade point average. In this instance, student must have completed the last 60 credits in res- MID101, MUS084, and HPM151 are graded on the idence at Midland, and the cumulative Midland GPA P/NC only basis and are not computed in the GPA. must fall within the ranges specified. Baccalaureate Thus, the grade quality points of 42.7 are divided by 13 degree candidates whose GPA is 3.50-3.69 receive their (letter-graded credits) = GPA = 3.285. Sixteen credits, degrees cum laude; those candidates whose average however, are earned toward the graduation require- is 3.70-3.89 receive their degrees magna cum laude; ment of 120 credits. and those whose average is 3.90 or above receive their degrees summa cum laude. Honors for early graduates A student’s cumulative grade point average is deter- (i.e., those with credits to be completed after com- mined in the same manner, with the exception that mencement exercises) are determined after all courses the calculation is based upon the total number of A-F have been completed. Honors for the Commencement graded credits taken by the student while enrolled at Ceremony will be based upon grades through the prior Midland. Transfer courses do not count toward the Fall and Interterm semesters. Midland GPA. Courses for which a grade of IN is recorded are not included in calculating the student’s Academic Progression GPA until the incomplete is removed. Minimum GPAs The following standards of scholarship have been es- Grade Reports tablished and must be maintained by the student: Students may access their midterm and final grades *Any term of attendance: 2.00 cumulative GPA online through Warrior Central. If grades are no lon- *A term of attendance is defined as a student who is

11 officially enrolled in a class at Census Day of the term. will be required to repeat the course the following semester and will be placed on Academic Probation. Any Failure to fulfill the minimum cumulative GPA at the student that is not successful in the ENG111 after two end of any term results in, at minimum, academic pro- attempts will be Academically Suspended. Students bation. To qualify for graduation, a student must have must take ENG112 in the semester immediately after a cumulative GPA of at least 2.00 overall and a GPA of completing ENG111, unless otherwise recommended at least 2.25 (some departments require a higher GPA) per the discretion of the English faculty. Students un- in the major or minor based upon a minimum of two- successful in ENG112 will be placed on Academic Pro- thirds A-F graded credit hours. bation and those students unsuccessful in two attempts will be Academically Suspended. Once enrolled in Academic Suspension and Probation Midland University, students placed on this track may Academic probation will be imposed primarily related not bypass the Reading and Writing sequence. Howev- to a failure to meet minimum GPA requirements. Fail- er, during the enrollment process to Midland, students ure to fulfill the minimum cumulative GPA at the end may transfer credit for ENG120: Composition I and of any term as outlined above will result in automatic bypass the Reading and Writing sequence, regardless academic probation. of ACT scores.

Stipulations for academic probation may include: lim- Incomplete Policy iting a student’s academic load during the subsequent A grade of IN may be given when work is incomplete term, having activity programs limited, and/or follow- because of mitigating circumstances such as prolonged ing certain prescribed procedures, such as required illness, excused emergencies, or scholarly reasons. An class attendance and use of various academic resources incomplete should only be used when students have available on campus. Students who do not abide by completed a substantial portion (roughly two-thirds) stated expectations may be suspended and/or adminis- of the course with a D or better and can reasonably be tratively withdrawn from the University. expected to complete the work within the time allot- ted to remove the incomplete. Using the Incomplete Academic suspension from the University may be Request form, the incomplete must be approved by Ac- imposed upon students when considering a number ademic Affairs prior to the last week of the term. The of factors such as, but not limited to, overall academic deadline for removal of incomplete grades is as follows: performance, likelihood of future success at the Uni- versity, requisite effort devoted to one’s academic expe- • Fall and Spring terms – Sixty (60) days following the riences and previous instances of academic dishonesty. conclusion of the term • Interterm and Summer terms – Forty-five (45) days In cases of academic suspension and probation, the following the conclusion of the term merits of the individual case are carefully weighed Deadlines are posted to the official Academic Calen- by Academic Affairs. Students may petition the Vice dar. President of Academic Affairs for a personal hearing if they believe the suspension or probation action to be In cases of hardship and at the instructor’s discretion, unwarranted or too severe. students may be granted extensions on the incomplete deadline. Incomplete grades not removed by the dead- Reading/Writing Sequence Requirements line will automatically be recorded NC or F, depending Students with an English ACT score of 18 or below will upon the student’s original grade option choice for the enroll in the University Reading and Writing cours- course. es (ENG111 and ENG112), followed by the required Composition (ENG120) and Humanities courses Withdrawals (MID120 and MID130). Students enrolled in these It is the responsibility of the student to register for and courses may be required to take a proficiency exam drop or withdraw from classes in accordance with the that will determine whether his/her placement in policies and procedures outlined in the University Cat- these courses can be adjusted, per the discretion of the alog and/or Student Handbook. Adjustments to their instructor. Students that are unsuccessful in ENG111 schedules must be made before the official Census day

12 of that term, as indicated in the Academic Calendar. for non-academic reasons. In this circumstance, the student has not chosen to withdraw from the Uni- A student who finds it necessary to fully withdraw versity (W), nor has the institution administratively from Midland before the end of a term should obtain withdrawn the student for academic reasons (AW). and complete the necessary paperwork from his/her The IW grade will result in zero credits earned and will academic advisor. This must be done within one week require a last date of attendance from the instructor(s) following the last attendance at class. This procedure involved. This grade will not calculate into the student’s must be followed in order to ensure an official with- GPA. drawal. If withdrawal occurs prior to four weeks before the last day of classes in that term but after the last day Attendance to drop, a grade of W is then assigned to all courses A student’s full participation in class and community unless an AW or IW has already been assigned. activities is vital to their academic success at Midland. As a general university practice, students are expected Failure to attend class for any period of time does not to attend all classes and, when absent, are respon- constitute a withdrawal. Failure to complete the with- sible for work missed. Please see course syllabi for drawal procedure through academic advising or the guidelines. Violation of attendance guidelines may be Registrar’s Office will not constitute withdrawal and reported to Academic Affairs and excessive absences may result in failing grades being placed on a student’s may be accompanied by a recommendation for admin- permanent academic record. istrative withdrawal from a course. The responsibility of arranging for and completing work missed rests Administrative Withdrawal with the student involved and should be arranged prior Students are expected to prepare for and attend all to a class absence. classes for which they are registered and to act in a manner consistent with an academic environment Academic Progress Requirements for Scholarships while attending class. The instructor may assign an Ad- and Financial Aid ministrative Withdrawal (AW), subject to approval of In order to receive or renew scholarships, federal and/ Academic Affairs, when the student consistently fails or state financial aid, a student must meet certain aca- to abide by the policies established for the class and/ demic requirements. These requirements are detailed or exhibits disruptive or unruly behavior in class. For in the Financial Aid Guide that was mailed with the GPA computation, an AW is computed as an F. student’s Award Letter. It is the student’s responsibility to know, understand, and comply with these require- Students who are administratively withdrawn will be ments. notified through an email message from Academic Affairs. Students will have 24 hours to appeal their re- Graduation moval. If disruptive or unprofessional behaviors are the Each candidate for graduation is required to complete rule rather than the exception, the student is subject and file with the Academic Affairs Office an “Applica- to dismissal from the University. An AW grade, once tion for Graduation” form by the deadline established. assigned, is final and cannot be erased by withdrawal Degree candidates, who have completed or made from the course or from the University. arrangements to complete all requirements for graduation to the satisfaction of the Registrar, are included in Institutional Withdrawal the commencement ceremonies. On rare occasions, the University will not permit a student to be on campus due to disciplinary or non-ac- Candidates who have been continually enrolled at ademic reasons. In these instances, it is not appropriate Midland must meet the degree requirements enumer- to assign a grade on the basis of missed assignments ated in the catalog when they first entered Midland since the student cannot participate in class. or the catalog in effect at the time of their graduation. Candidates who stop enrollment for any period of A grade of Institutional Withdrawal (IW) will be as- time will be bound by the catalog in effect at the time signed by the Vice President of Academic Affairs when of their re-enrollment. Students who choose to move the University has taken action to remove a student forward to a new catalog must meet all requirements

13 of the new catalog and may not return to a previous the first degree was a Bachelor of Science), complete all catalog. new major requirements under the catalog at the time of their re-admission and earn 30 credits at Midland To qualify for graduation, a student must have a cu- in addition to the credits earned for the first degree. mulative GPA of at least 2.00 based upon a minimum Students will not be required to meet new core, general of 80 credit hours on the A-F system and a GPA of at education requirements as they have already fulfilled least 2.25 (some departments require a higher GPA) in them by earning their first Bachelor’s degree. the major or minor based upon a minimum of two- thirds A-F graded credit hours. In all cases, students Students entering Midland University with a Bachelor’s are responsible for meeting the current requirements degree from another institution who wish to earn a of external licensing and credentialing agencies. Bachelor’s degree at Midland University must meet our core requirements in addition to all other graduation Students must complete at least one upper-level course requirements such as cumulative GPA of 2.0, residency in residence to earn a minor. At least one upper-level requirement and major requirements. Credits trans- course and the capstone must be completed in resi- ferred in from the previously earned bachelor’s degree dence to earn a major. may count towards Midland University graduation requirements including major, minor, and core. Commencement Undergraduate students who have completed all but six credits may participate in that year’s commencement ceremonies if arrangements are made in writing with the Registrar to complete the required credits in the following summer session. Students with more than six credits to be completed, but no more than 12, may petition Academic Affairs after discussion with the Registrar. In such cases, honors are not determined until all course work has been completed.

Students participating in commencement prior to completion of all degree requirements must adhere to the following: 1) The tuition and fees for summer school must be paid prior to commencement; 2) There is no refund of tuition and fees for summer session after the student has participated in the commencement ceremonies; 3) At the end of the Spring term, the student must meet the minimum standards for the major and cumulative GPA requirements, (e.g. 2.25 in the major and 2.00 overall); 4) Failure to complete all requirements at the end of the summer term will require the student to re-apply for graduation and pay an additional graduation fee. Students who fail to complete requirements within six months following commencement are required to re-apply for admission and would re-enter the University under the current catalog.

Earning a Second Degree at Midland University Midland University students who have already earned a Midland degree and return may earn a second degree if it is different from the first (i.e., a Bachelor of Arts if

14 Student Records and Privacy lished procedures for granting a student’s request for access to his/her records within a reasonable time (no Rights more than 45 days).

Confidentiality of Information Disclosure of Information In accordance with the Family Educational Rights and The University discloses information from a student’s Privacy Act of 1974, often referred to as the “Buckley educational records only with the student’s written Amendment” or FERPA, non-directory information consent, except to school officials with a legitimate regarding a student will not be released outside the educational interest in the records. A school official is college community without that student‘s permission defined as someone employed by Midland University except in the limited circumstances stated within the in an administrative, supervisory, academic, research act. or support staff position, a member of the University’s Board of Trustees, or a person employed by or under The University routinely publishes material classified contract to the University to perform a special task, as directory information that is permissible within such as an attorney, auditor, or collection agency. The FERPA. Such materials include the student directory, university may forward educational records to other news stories on recipients of honors, a listing of par- educational institutions when a student seeks to enroll ticipants in student activities, membership in campus or is enrolled. organizations, and the like. Directory information may include majors, minors, dates of attendance, date A school official has a legitimate educational interest if of birth, email address, enrollment status (full-time that official is performing a task that is specified in his/ or part-time), address, and date of graduation. Indi- her position description (or by a contract agreement), viduals, however, may request their name not appear or is related to a student’s education, or to the disci- in directory information by notifying the Registrar’s pline of a student. The official may also be providing Office in writing. a service or benefit to the student or student’s family, such as health care, counseling, job placement, or Parental Access to Academic Records financial aid. Mid-term and final grade reports are available to Additional examples include: students online. Midland University encourages its • To officials of another school in which a student students to establish communication with their parents seeks enrollment; or guardians to keep them informed about their sched- • To officials of the U.S. Department of Education, the ules and academic progress. As provided by FERPA, Comptroller General, and state and local education- parents, guardians or another third party related to a al authorities, in connection with certain state or Midland University student may obtain limited access federally supported education programs; to a student’s academic record if the student provides • In connection with a student’s request for financial written permission to the Academic Affairs Office to aid (to determine the student’s eligibility or the release specified information. amount/conditions of aid, or to enforce terms or conditions of the aid; FERPA (Family Education Right and Privacy Act) • If disclosure is required by a state law adopted be- Student records at Midland University are governed fore FERPA (November 19, 1974), which therefore by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act supersedes FERPA; (FERPA). The following is a description of the rights • To organizations conducting certain studies on be- of students and their parents under these regulations. half of the University; The act extends to students and former students of • To accrediting organizations to carry out their func- the University the “right to inspect and review” their tions; educational records. The Act forbids the University • To a parent, partner, or individual holding power of from releasing personal identifiable student education- attorney that authorizes access to education records; al records or files, or personal information contained • To comply with a judicial order or lawfully issued in those files, without the student’s written consent, subpoena. The University makes a reasonable effort except in specified situations. The University has estab- to notify the student of the order or subpoena in

15 advance of compliance; Directory Information • To appropriate parties in a health or safety emergen- Directory information is considered to be public in- cy. formation unless requested that it be kept confidential. Directory Information includes: first and last name, As of January 3, 2012, the U.S. Department of Educa- local address, permanent address, cell phone listing, tion’s FERPA regulations expand the circumstances permanent telephone listing, campus email address, under which education records and personally identifi- photograph, date of birth, dates of attendance, major able information (PII) contained in such records — in- field(s) of study, class standing (Fr., So., Jr., Sr., etc.), cluding social security number, grades, or other private participation in activities/sports, degree(s) received, information — may be accessed without consent. awards and honors received, weight/height of members of athletic teams, enrollment status (e.g. under- First, the U.S. Comptroller General, the U.S. Attorney graduate, graduate, full-time, part-time). Although the General, the U.S. Secretary of Education, or state and information listed above is considered public informa- local education authorities (“Federal and State Au- tion, the university does not release lists of students thorities”) may allow access to records and PII without or name-and-address labels to businesses or agencies consent to any third party designated by a Federal or outside the university. Likewise, the university does State Authority to evaluate a federal- or state-support- not release information regarding applicants to outside ed education program. The evaluation may relate to agencies. any program that is “principally engaged in the provision of education,” such as early childhood education If students do not want the University to release and job training, as well as any program that is admin- certain types of directory information without prior istered by an education agency or institution. consent, they may choose to “opt-out” of this FERPA exception by signing the Directory Information Opt- Second, Federal and State Authorities may allow Out Form, as provided by the Registrar’s Office. A stu- access to education records and PII without consent dent who has opted-out from the release of directory to researchers performing certain types of studies, in information, in accordance with this policy/procedure certain cases even when we object to or do not request for opting out, will remain flagged until the student re- such research. Federal and State Authorities must ob- quests that the flag be removed by completing and sub- tain certain use-restriction and data security promises mitting the revocation section of the Opt-Out Form from the entities that they authorize to receive PII, but to the Registrar’s Office. It is important to consider the Authorities need not maintain direct control over the potential consequences of restricting the release of such entities. In addition, in connection with State- directory information. If you restrict release of direc- wide Longitudinal Data Systems, State Authorities may tory information, Midland University will be unable collect, compile, permanently retain, and share with- to place your name in publications such as honors and out consent PII from education records, and they may graduation programs, to confirm graduation and dates track participation in education and other programs of attendance to potential employers, to verify enroll- by linking such PII to other personal information that ment with organizations such as insurance companies they obtain from other Federal or State data sources, or to send notifications about specialized scholarships. including workforce development, unemployment insurance, child welfare, juvenile justice, military service, Requesting Access to Your Records and migrant student records systems. Students may request a copy of their educational records by presenting identification and a signed, formal Consent to Release written request to the Registrar. The Registrar deter- Students may allow information to be released to mines the existence, location, and status of the records specific individuals by completing the FERPA Consent to which access is sought. Notification is given within Form, available in the Registrar’s Office, Anderson 10 days regarding when the records will be made avail- Building, second floor. The student will need to pro- able for inspection. There may be occasions when the vide identification when completing the form. record may not be copied, if doing so may compromise another student’s or faculty member’s privacy.

16 Requesting an Amendment to Your Records Rules, Rights, and • Students have the right to request an amendment to their records if they believe they are inaccurate, Responsibilities misleading or in violation of privacy rights. • Submit a signed, formally written request to the Academic Honesty Registrar. The written request should identify the Midland University seeks to provide a learning envi- portion of the record you want amended and rea- ronment that enhances academic excellence and in- sons why you believe the record is inaccurate, mis- tegrity. The following policy has been adopted to deter leading or in violation of privacy or other rights. acts, which are counterproductive to the attainment of • If the request is denied, the University notifies the this goal. Academic dishonesty, the act of knowingly student of the right to a hearing to challenge the and willingly attempting to assist oneself or others in decision. gaining academic success by dishonest means, is mani- • The University schedules a hearing and notifies the fested in the following broad categories as enumerated student of the date, place, and time. by Gehring, et al:* • Students are given full and fair opportunity to present evidence relevant to issues raised in the original Cheating: Intentionally using or attempting to use amendment request. Students may be assisted by unauthorized materials, information or study aids in one or more individuals, including an attorney. any academic exercise. Examples include but are not • The University prepares a written decision that limited to: looking at another student’s paper during includes a summary of the evidence presented and an exam, using unauthorized, protean responses such reasons for the decision. as crib notes and computer disks, and/or stolen test • If the University decides the information in the materials; submitting someone else’s work as one’s record cannot be changed, students are notified own; allowing another person to complete an exam that they can place a statement in their record to set in one’s place; submitting a project that has been or is forth their reasons for disagreement with the deci- being used to satisfy requirements from another course sion. without permission of both instructors; improper • If the University decides that the information is collaboration on projects beyond that permitted by inaccurate, misleading, or in violation of the stu- the instructor; sharing information between exams in dent’s right of privacy, the University will amend the multiple sections of course; changing one’s grade(s) record and notify the student, in writing, of such or marking(s) on an examination or in an instructor’s action. grade book or spread sheet.

FERPA Violations Fabrication: Intentional and unauthorized falsifica- If a student believes that FERPA rights have been vio- tion or invention of any information or citation in lated, he or she may file a written complaint with the an academic exercise. Examples include but are not Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act Office: limited to: supplying fabricated data or altered data for an experiment or laboratory project; fabricating all or Family Educational Rights and a portion of a bibliographic entry for a documented Privacy Act Office project. U.S. Department of Education 400 Maryland Avenue SW Facilitating academic dishonesty: Intentionally or Washington, D.C. 20202 knowingly helping or attempting to help another person to commit an act of academic dishonesty. Exam- ples include but are not limited to: allowing one’s own work to be submitted as another’s work for a course project; assisting a fellow student in committing an act of academic dishonesty; making threats or offers of compensation to others in order that those threatened or coerced will provide unauthorized aid for course projects; unauthorized acquisition, distribution, and/or

17 possession of stolen test or project materials. the instructor’s action following the Appeal process detailed below. Students accused of academic dishonesty Plagiarism: Intentionally or knowingly representing in a class will not be permitted to withdraw from the the words or ideas of another as one’s own in any aca- course involved until they have either been cleared of demic exercise. Examples include but are not limited the allegation or have the permission of the instructor to: purchasing a paper from a commercial or private and Academic Affairs. source, using paper from an organization’s files, copy- ing sections of chapters from reference works, or bor- Appeals rowing or stealing another’s paper and submitting it as Students who wish to appeal academic decisions or one’s own work; failing to indicate a direct quote from who seek a waiver of certain academic policies and a reference source; attempting to represent the work, standards may petition the University by filing such a words and ideas of another (paraphrasing) as one’s petition in writing with Academic Affairs. own without proper citation or documentation. Grade Appeals *Gehring, D., Nuss, E., and Pavela, G. (1986). Issues and Students wishing to appeal a grade should first ap- Perspectives on Academic Integrity. Columbus, Ohio. proach the instructor to resolve the grade dispute. In National Association of Student Personnel Administra- unsuccessful, the student may file a formal appeal and tors. follow this progression: Dean of the School or College in which the course is found; then Vice President of Students are expected to conduct themselves in con- Academic Affairs. Appeals must contain documenta- formance with the highest of standards in regard to tion of contacts with instructors, such as emails, notes academic honesty. Breaches of this expectation include of in-person meetings; coursework in dispute; and a infractions such as: cheating, plagiarism, collusion, and detailed narrative to support a case that the grade re- fabrication/falsification of records. Students violating ceived was arbitrary or capricious. All decisions by the such standards will be disciplined in accordance with Vice President of Academic Affairs will be final. the University Academic Integrity Policy. Timeline Students have a responsibility to avoid acts of academ- Appeals must be submitted within thirty (30) days of ic dishonesty. They also have an obligation to report the close of the semester in which the decision was known or observed acts of academic dishonesty to made. Students will have 24 hours to appeal their Ad- the instructor and/or Academic Affairs. If such acts ministrative Withdrawal from a course. occur, disposition of the case is the prerogative of the instructor. Penalties may range from rejection of the assignment with the request that the work be resub- mitted to a grade of “F” in the courses. Instructors may recommend a more severe penalty, up to and including academic suspension.

Instances of plagiarism will be adjudicated by the instructor of the course in which it occurs and may result in penalties as detailed in the course syllabus, up to an “F” for the course. Multiple violations of plagiarism over the course of a student’s time at Midland may warrant immediate suspension and/or expulsion. Consequences above those outlined here may be put in place by instructors. All incidents of confirmed plagiarism will be communicated to Academic Affairs for appropriate action.

Students have the right to present a written appeal of

18 Accommodation for Students with Disabilities health or safety of any person. Section 504 of the Vocational Rehabilitation Act of 3. Attempt of actual theft of and/or damage to 1973 and The Americans with Disabilities Amendment property of the University or property of a member Act of 2008 (ADA) assure persons with disabilities of the University community or other personal or equal opportunities for access in programs and activ- public property, on or off campus. Theft includes, ities that receive federal financial assistance. Midland but is not limited to: University is committed to providing an accessible a. Use of another’s Student ID card for the dining learning environment and willingly makes reasonable hall or to gain unauthorized entrance to a resi- accommodation for individuals with documented dence hall or campus activity, unauthorized use of disabilities. another’s Student ID card in regard to the declin- ing balance program, or any other unauthorized Upon acceptance to Midland, students seeking accom- use of a Student ID card. modation are responsible for notifying the Director of b. Forgery to obtain products, services, or mone- Student Counseling and ADA Coordination. Appro- tary gain via another’s checks. priate written documentation of disability is required c. Knowingly possessing stolen property. and any accommodation provided is based upon indi- 4. Hazing, which is a broad term encompassing any vidual need and existing academic requirements. All action or activity which does not contribute to the accommodation must be consistent with established positive development of a person, or which inflicts academic requirements and standards of Midland Uni- or intends to cause mental or bodily harm or anxiet- versity, and a student with accommodation continues ies, or which may demean, degrade, or disgrace any to be responsible for his/her education and personal person. needs. 5. Failure to comply with directions of University officials or law enforcement officers acting in- per Midland University supports each student’s efforts to formance of their duties and/or failure to identify become a self-sufficient learner and encourages any oneself to these persons when requested to do so. student needing accommodation to seek support as 6. Unauthorized possession, duplication or use of early as possible. For further guidelines on accommo- keys to any University premises or unauthorized dation, please contact the Director of Student Coun- entry to or use of University premises. seling and ADA Coordination and the Student Hand- 7. Intentionally, negligently or recklessly initiating or book. causing to be initiated any false report, warning or threat of fire, explosion or other emergency. Student Code of Conduct 8. Soliciting or offering funds or favors to obtain or Students are required to engage in responsible social furnish unauthorized information or material. conduct that reflects credit upon the University com- 9. Knowingly, freely, or negligently allowing vio- munity and to model good citizenship in any commu- lations of University rules and regulations to take nity. place. 10. Violation of any federal, state or local law. Any student found to have committed or to have at- 11. Use, possession, manufacturing, or distribution tempted to commit the following misconduct is subject of illegal drugs. to disciplinary action and review and possible sanc- 12. Use, possession, manufacturing, or distribution tions: of alcoholic beverages or public intoxication. Alco- 1. Acts of dishonesty, including but not limited to holic beverages may not, in any circumstance, be the following: used by, possessed by or distributed to any person a. Furnishing false information to any University under twenty-one (21) years of age. official, faculty member, or office. 13. Illegal or unauthorized possession of firearms, b. Forgery, alteration, or misuse of any University explosives, other weapons, or dangerous chemicals document, record, or instrument of identification. on University premises or use of any such item, even 2. Physical harm, verbal harm, threats, intimida- if legally possessed, in a manner that harms, threat- tion, harassment, sexual misconduct, coercion, and/ ens or causes fear to others. or other conduct which threatens or endangers the 14. Disruption of any activity occurring on campus

19 or participating in an on-campus or off-campus Refund and Withdrawal Policy- Undergraduate demonstration, riot or activity that disrupts the nor- Programs mal operations of the University and/or community; The U. S. Department of Education requires that leading or inciting others to disrupt scheduled and/ institutions participating in Title IV federal financial or normal activities within any campus building or aid programs must have a fair and equitable refund area. policy. Under these guidelines, the institution refunds 15. Conduct that is disorderly or indecent; breach unearned tuition, fees, room and board, and other of peace; or aiding or abetting another person charges when a student withdraws or otherwise fails to to breach the peace on University premises or at complete the period of enrollment for which the feder- functions sponsored by, or participated in by, the al aid was intended. University or members of the academic community. Disorderly conduct includes but is not limited to: In the event that a student finds it necessary to cease Any unauthorized use of electronic or other devic- enrollment at Midland University, please refer to the es to make an audio or video record of any person Student Handbook regarding policies respective to while on University’s premises without his/her prior charges, credits, refunds, and repayments. These poli- knowledge, or without his/her effective consent cies may be revised at any time to comply with federal, when such a recording is likely to cause injury or state, or institutional rules and regulations. distress. This includes but is not limited to, surrep- titiously taking pictures of another person in a gym, Communication locker room, restroom, or other locations. Midland University students have a right and a respon- 16. Manipulation of the Disciplinary Review System, sibility to regular communication regarding student including but not limited to: life and university relations. a. Failure to obey the notice from a University Computer Services official or Conduct Committee to appear for a • All students will be provided a Midland Universi- meeting as part of the Disciplinary Review Pro- ty email account. The purpose of these accounts is cess. to ensure a high level of communication between b. Falsification, distortion, or misrepresentation faculty, staff, and students and to ensure the success of information during the Disciplinary Review of the student. Student usernames will be their first Process. and last names separated by a period. First year c. Disruption or interference with the orderly students will be assisted with the accounts in their conduct of a Disciplinary Review proceeding. MID101 class and at New Student Registration d. Attempting to discourage an individual’s events. Upper-class students may stop by the IT proper participating in, or use of, the Disciplinary Help Desk in the Library if assistance is needed to Review System. access their accounts. e. Attempting to influence the impartiality of a • Students are required to use their Midland Univer- member of the Disciplinary Review System prior sity email account. A student’s Midland University to, and/or during the course of, the Disciplinary email is a means of official communication as is the Review proceeding. student’s mailbox and permanent mailing address. f. Harassment (verbal or physical) and/or in- Faculty and staff often contact students using their timidation to any professional or a member of a Midland University email account and expect these Conduct Committee prior to, during, and/or after accounts to be referred to on a regular basis. Mid- a Disciplinary Review proceeding. land University accounts can be set to automatically g. Influencing or attempting to influence another forward to a personal email of the student’s choice. person to commit an abuse of the Disciplinary • Networked computer labs are available in various Review System. locations on campus. Swanson offers two Microsoft h. Failure to comply with the sanction(s) imposed Windows labs in the basement. These labs are avail- under the Disciplinary Review System. able for general use when not reserved for classes. A schedule of open and reserved hours is posted outside each lab. Luther Library, Olson Student Center, and Anderson 306 house small clusters of

20 Windows systems. All residence halls are wired for munications, files, or data without their explicit network access from each residence hall room and permission. offer a cluster of Windows systems and a printer in a small lab area. Student-Owned Computers • A student who uses their own computer in the resi- Technology Use Policy dence halls, on wireless Midland University connec- • Midland University provides a variety of technology tions, or elsewhere on campus is expected to do the to the campus community. Every student is provided following: with his/her own account on the Midland University • Register your computer within the Midland network. This account gives access to Midland Uni- University network (this can be done online once versity computers, Internet, network storage, email, your computer is connected to the network) Canvas and more. Individuals who are provided • Fully read and agree to the Midland University access to Midland University technology, labs, and Technology Use Policy (available through the services will assume responsibility for the appropri- online network registration process) ate use of these privileges. Please direct any ques- • Perform operating system updates on your com- tions or concerns related to technology, to the online puter as they are available computer Help Desk at [email protected]. • Install antivirus software; setup to do daily downloads of the latest virus definitions and daily scans Student’s Technology Responsibilities of all files • Every student is given a username and password. It • Install popup blocking software; setup to do daily is the student’s responsibility to keep information se- downloads of the latest definitions and daily scans cure (including passwords, personal data and files), of all files respect the rights of others, value the integrity of the • Remove any peer-to-peer (P2P) download soft- systems, act responsibly, and exhibit ethical behav- ware (i.e. BitTorrent, eDonkey, Kazaa, LimeWire, ior. Failure to observe federal, state and/or campus Morpheus and WinMX) or, when necessary, technology regulations will subject the student to Internet gaming software the appropriate penalties. • If you are uncertain on any of these matters men- • Examples of misuse include, but are not limited to: tioned above, it is your responsibility to schedule an • Use of a Midland University computer account appointment with the Help Desk to have your com- other than your own puter checked. The Help Desk will generally (depen- • Use of the Midland University network to gain dent upon operating system) be able to provide you unauthorized access to any other computer sys- with assistance, antivirus software, popup blocking tem software and updates at no charge. Visit the IT Help • Knowingly committing an act that disrupts others Desk for additional services and information. usage of Midland University technology resources • Knowingly installing or propagating software that Peer-to-Peer File Sharing could result in network or system performance • Midland University requires all students to comply issues. with federal policy and law regarding legal sharing • Attempting to circumvent data protection and of peer-to-peer files. The University’s website defines networking schemes the University’s current and effective policy. The • Violating terms and stated software licensing policy is introduced and communicated in courses agreements or copyright laws and posted in computer labs on the campus. Lack • Use of campus technology resources for activities of compliance will lead to appropriate discipline that are unrelated to campus productivity or are through judicial system of Student Development as otherwise unauthorized by Midland University specified in the Student Handbook. • Masking the identity of an account or machine • Use of the network to distribute information that Data and File Storage violates laws or Midland University policies • WARNING: Do not store data files on the Midland • Attempting to monitor, tamper with, read, copy, University computer hard drives. These computers change, or delete another user’s electronic com- are periodically cleaned, restored, or even moved.

21 If you save your files to these computers, you are Help Desk is 402-941-6270. taking a risk that your files will be deleted. There are other alternatives for saving your files. Other alter- Emergency Response & Evacuation Procedures natives include the following: • Midland University has a university-wide commu- • An individual network ‘Home Directory’ or ‘H: nication system called “Midland Alert,” designed Drive’ is available to every student when logged to give students, faculty and staff immediate access into the Midland University network. A ‘Home to emergency announcements, notifications, and Directory’ is a secure storage area on a network updates. server that only the individual user has access to • The University has pre-enrolled the email address when logged into the network. To use your Home of all Midland University community members Directory, open the ‘My Computer’ icon on the with the service, plus a cell phone if provided to the desktop and locate the H: drive. You can then use University. The messages can cover a range of topics, this drive just as you would any other drive on the including security or safety threats, evacuations, computer. weather-related announcements, site/building clo- • USB Flash drives are small self-contained drives sures and delayed or early closings. Those registered that plug into the USB ports on the computers. for the service will automatically receive all universi- • Always remember to make a backup copy of your ty emergency notifications. important files. • The other primary method of communicating about safety-related emergencies will be the Midland Uni- Reporting Misuse versity web site (www.MidlandU.edu). Depending • It is to your advantage to report the misuse of the on the situation, various communication outlets are campus network or its labs. Damaged equipment used, including, but not limited to, email, voicemail, and network slowness are usually caused by a few, website postings, radio and television broadcasts, but the effects are felt by many. It is the responsibili- and personal contact. In an emergency, a variety of ty of the students to help maintain computer labs by these outlets, as well as the Midland alert system, properly using the equipment and reporting prob- will likely be used. lems immediately to the Help Desk at x6270 or to • Parents will be notified in a timely manner of an the IT Director at x6171. emergency situation on campus through website updates. The main University website will be the Enforcement of Policies primary source of follow-up information during • Network usage is monitored and regulated. Any ex- an emergency. Please visit www.MidlandU.edu for cessive or abusive use will result in possible termina- details about an emergency. It is imperative to keep tion of network privileges until the issue is resolved. telephone lines open during an emergency situation. Failure to comply with any of the policies may result As soon as additional information is available, it will in the termination of the student’s Midland Univer- be reflected on the university website. sity network privileges. Midland University reserves the right to terminate any network connection with- Cancellation of Classes Due to Inclement Weather out notice if it is determined that any of the policies Since the majority of Midland University students re- are being violated. side on-campus, it is the general policy of the Univer- Help Desk sity to hold classes if possible. Members of the faculty, • A Help Desk for computer related issues can be staff and commuting students are encouraged to make reached through an online system at helpdesk@ individual judgment as to whether or not they can MidlandU.edu. The email will automatically gener- safely reach the campus. In those rare instances when ate a ticket for the IT help desk staff and email the inclement weather forces cancellation of all university originator on any updates to the ticket. If the online activities, notification is made via KHUB/KFMT (1340 option is not appropriate, the Help Desk is physical- AM, 105.5 FM) and other local and regional radio and ly located in the Luther Library building. The Help television stations, along with the Midland University Desk provides students with assistance for computer Emergency Alert System and the MidlandU Mobile support issues and related purchases (hardware, App. software, and media). The phone number for the University Regulations Attendance at Midland University is a privilege (not a Academic Resources right). Conscientious effort is made to motivate students toward constructive personal growth. As such, academic and personal support services are available The Student Success Center Advising Team to students in keeping with the mission of the Univer- sity. As Midland University works to fulfill our mission of inspiring students to learn and lead in the world Midland University, as an institution and in keeping with purpose, we are committed to individual student with its standards, neither condones nor encourag- success. Each student is assigned a Student Success es the use of alcoholic beverages or illegal drugs by Advisor that will work alongside the student during his students. The possession or use of these in University or her career at Midland. As a university, we recognize facilities is prohibited and offenders will be subject to the essential role that the advisor plays in educating University disciplinary action. In addition, all mem- students to lay claim to their unique gifts and talents. bers of the University community should be aware of civil statutes that may apply and understand that the Advisors are familiar with the requirements of all ac- Midland community recognizes such authority. ademic majors and opportunities. They have a special understanding of working with students as they de- The University reserves the right to involuntarily with- clare or search for their major. Advisors assist students draw students who discontinue class attendance. Any in understanding the role and purpose of a liberal arts student involved in improper conduct is subject to dis- education, as students build the foundations of their ciplinary action and the University reserves the right careers at Midland. to dismiss any student when the general welfare of the campus community seems to necessitate such action. Advisors are well versed in the support services offered If a student has engaged in behavior that suggests a by the University, including the Student Affairs team, danger to self or others, or if a student’s behavior has Academic Program Support, Counseling, Student demonstrated that he or she is emotionally or psycho- Health, Campus Ministries, and other campus resourc- logically incapable of functioning properly within the es. The advisor and student will work as a team to seek university setting, the University reserves the right out and use the best resources and strategies avail- to withdraw the student involuntarily from school. able to promote academic and personal success. This Consultation with an appropriate family member or advising assistance gives Midland students the benefits legal guardian and psychiatrist or psychologist will be of a carefully planned academic program and a holistic initiated as determined appropriate. Additional infor- approach to personal development. mation about University regulations is available in the Student Handbook. Advisors have access to the results of academic aptitude, reading skill and comprehension, English composition and other achievement tests for use in helping their advisees plan their educational program. All advisors receive grade reports for his/her advisees. Advisors, at their discretion, may consult with the advisee’s instructors, campus resources, coaches, and arts directors to best support the student on their way to degree completion.

Advisors do their utmost to assist their advisees, but the ultimate responsibility for understanding and meeting academic policies and degree requirements rests with the student. Copies of the Midland Universi- ty Academic Catalogs are located at my.midlandu.edu for each incoming class. The Student Success Center is located on the north- Personal and Career Development Center (PCDC) east end of the Olson Student Center and is open Midland provides career planning and job search ser- 8a-4:30pm Monday-Friday. vices for use by all Midland students and alumni. The PCDC has many resources available such as interest Library and Audio-Visual Center and values inventories; career and life planning guides; Luther Library and the Robinson Audio-Visual Center occupational and corporation information; resume, provide and service book and non-book materials to interview and job search skill building tools. Career support the curriculum and to encourage extracurric- counseling and periodic workshops are available to ular interests. Policies, procedures, and basic informa- assist students in career planning and placement. tion about the use of the facilities and materials may be Assistance with seeking part-time employment and found in the Student Handbook. The staff is also avail- internships is available. An emphasis is made to as- able for individual assistance to students and faculty. sist each student with assuring at least one internship experience while at Midland. The Learning Center (TLC) Located in Luther Library, TLC is available to all students who wish to improve their academic skills. Some Student Life and Services students are referred to TLC; others simply drop in for assistance. Both groups receive individual assistance Midland University encourages the growth of the from peer tutors and/or the director in basic skills such whole student - mind, spirit, and body. While empha- as note taking, listening, reading, and test taking. Peer sizing learning both through instruction and study and tutors are provided in most content areas, and review co-curricular activities, the University provides spiritu- sessions are held for several classes. al, cultural, social, and recreational activities designed to develop all aspects of character and personality. This Supplemental Instruction (SI) includes the opportunity for involvement in com- Supplemental Instruction is available to students in munity governance. A wide variety of special interest select courses who wish to improve their academic organizations exist on the Midland University campus performance. SI is a peer facilitated academic support and are listed below. Further information about these program that targets historically difficult courses to organizations is available in the Student Handbook, improve student performance and retention by offering which can be found within the Student Life section regularly scheduled, out-of-class review sessions. of the Midland website. A wide range of services and resources are provided by the University to assist stu- Writing Center (WC) dents in all areas of intellectual, personal, spiritual, and The Writing Center offers one-on-one assistance to physical development. students with any writing activity. This includes assignments for classes as well as non-class activities such as Co-Curricular Programs preparing essays for graduate school. Services are also Strong, varied co-curricular programs are offered at available to staff and faculty. Midland to extend student learning beyond the classroom. Programs include: Math Lab Varsity Intercollegiate Sports The Math Lab, located in the Luther Library, assists Intramural & Club Sports students with any math related studies. Student Government Campus Ministries Sororities & Fraternities Vocal music Instrumental music Drama Student Publications Department Clubs Speech & Debate

24 Midland Association for Science and Health (MASH) Student Organizations Phi Beta Lambda – Students in Free Enterprise (PBL- Social & Service Organizations SIFE) Beta Sigma Psi (Social Fraternity) Student Art Association Campus Crusade for Christ Student Education Association Circle K International (Service Organization) Student Nurses’ Association Colleges Against Cancer Cultural Unity Individualized Counseling Services Fellowship of Christian Athletes A variety of services and programs are offered by the Greek Council Office of Counseling. These services include individu- Health Occupations Students of American (HOSA) al counseling, workshops, consultation, and referrals. Inter-Fraternity Council/Inter-Sorority Council Services are provided without cost to all Midland Uni- Intramural Sports versity students. The Office of Counseling is located in Kappa Phi (Social Fraternity) the Olson Student Center. Appointments may be made Midland Activities Crew in person or by calling 402-941-6449/ 402-941-6404. Midland University Gaming (M.U.G.) Non-Traditional & Commuters Club Health Services Phi Omega (Social Sorority) A health information record is required from all newly Pi Epsilon (Social Sorority) enrolled students (including those in accelerated Short Attention Span (Improv Club) programs and graduate studies) upon acceptance to Sigma Rho (Social Fraternity) Midland for use by Student Health. Health records are Student Ambassadors maintained by this office. Student Health is required Student Leadership Team (LEAD) to meet medical standards set by the Nebraska State Student Orientation Committee Health Department. See the Student Handbook for Student Senate specific information. The Director of Student Health is Tri Phi (Social Sorority) available in the Olson Student Center at posted times Ultimate Frisbee Club while classes are in session. All student-athletes are Warriors to Warriors required to submit proof of health insurance to the Student Billing Office, and all Midland students are Honor Organizations expected to be covered by health insurance. Nursing Who’s Who students will have to verify insurance coverage (see Alpha Lambda Delta (First Year Honorary) the Nursing Handbook for more information). Any Alpha Psi Omega (National Dramatic Honorary) questions should be directed to the Director of Student Blue Key (National Honor Fraternity) Health. Cardinal Key (National Honor Society) Dean’s List Automobiles President’s List Any student who owns or operates an automobile is Psi Chi (National Honor Society in Psychology) individually responsible for knowing and fulfilling Sigma Tau Delta (National English Honorary) the requirements of the Nebraska motor vehicle laws, Sigma Theta Tau International (Honor Society of Nurs- including those for insurance. Vehicles parked on or ing) near campus must be registered with Student Develop- ment and display a valid Midland University parking Department Organizations tag from the rearview mirror. There is no charge for Band parking tags. Vehicles without a parking tag belonging Catalyst 4 Change to students may be ticketed or towed. Students may Chapel Choir request temporary parking passes for visitors. Chemistry Club Choir Housing – Residence Life Clef Dwellers On-campus residence is required of all students unless Criminal Justice Club they are living with parents, are married, have depen-

25 dents, or have reached the age of 21 by the first date of classes. Students wishing to live off campus must The 4-1-4 Academic Calendar receive approval from the Residence Life Office (Olson Student Center) by submitting an Off-Campus Request Form. The Four-Month Fall and Spring Terms Midland uses the 4-1-4 calendar plan for its academic Residence Hall regulations are found in the Student program which consists of two terms of approximate- Handbook. Occupants of a residence hall room are ly four months separated by a three-week Interterm held responsible for any damages that may occur with- during January. The Fall term begins in late August in this space and the building. While the University at- and is completed before the Christmas break in De- tempts to safeguard the personal property of residence cember. The Spring term begins in late January and hall occupants, it assumes no responsibility for loss ends in May. through disappearance, fire, flood, or theft. Renters insurance is strongly recommended. Residence Halls The 120-credit graduation requirement is designed to may be closed during University breaks. Please consult be completed in four academic years by earning an av- with the Office of Residence Life for details. erage of 30-36 credits per year. Students typically carry 15-18 credit loads during fall term and spring term Meals and take one Interterm course per year. The careful All residence hall students are required to contract a scheduling of heavier Fall and Spring term loads and meal plan with the University. Several meal plans are completion of Summer courses can result in attain- available for students. Every attempt is made for meals ment of a minor or an additional major, graduation to consist of good dietetic standards while serving in less than four years, additional endorsement fields those with special needs diets. Students with a health in teacher education, and/or multiple concentrations condition should contact the Director of Food Ser- within a major field. Specially designed, compressed vices. majors have been developed to support students earning double majors. A significant number of majors Religious Life have also been planned for completion in three years. Opportunity for worship is provided through chapel services. Campus worship is held Tuesdays at 11:10 Interterm a.m. These programs are under the direction of Cam- At the center of the academic calendar is the three- pus Ministry. Personal religious growth may come week period called Interterm. Interterm is designed to not only through the classroom, but also through the provide the student with opportunities for individual aforementioned worship opportunities, bible study research, concentrated study in a chosen area, and sessions, and interest groups. The goal at Midland is creative educational experiences not available during to stimulate not only intellectual maturity, but also the regular term. An Interterm project may take many spiritual maturity within the Christian faith. Midland forms and, depending on the nature of the project, the University prides itself on being open to students of all student may work alone in independent study, with faiths and takes an inclusive/ecumenical approach to another student, or faculty member in a joint project student’s spiritual life. The Office for Campus Life will or with a class. Some projects take the student away help students who ask to locate a place of worship in from campus for experiences in the city, state, across their religious tradition. the nation or abroad. Midland participates in cooperative programs to provide the option of choosing from several hundred unique educational experiences at geographical locations across the world.

Courses taken during Interterm are granted full academic credit. Participation in Interterm is not required, although approximately 80 percent of the fall term students elect to enroll in an Interterm course. To encourage students to participate in Interterm, there

26 is no extra tuition charge to full-time students who successfully earn credit in the fall term or those regis- Traditional Academic Calendar, tered as new full time students for the spring term. If Academic Year 2018-2019 a new student who was registered for the spring term Fall Semester does not begin or complete the term, a charge will be August 23 (R) Beginning of Term assessed for the Interterm session. Likewise, resident September 3 (M) Labor Day Holiday students not enrolled in Interterm may not reside in a Residence Hall or eat in the Dining Hall during Inter- October 18-19 (R-F) Fall Break term. November 21-23 (W-F) Thanksgiving Holiday December 13 (R) End of Term Interterm offers students a change of pace, based on the premise that it is academically sound to provide Interterm a concentrated period in which both professors and students are free from multiple class commitments January 3 (R) Beginning of Term and able to concentrate on a single project or topic of January 18 (F) End of Term special interest. Spring Semester Interterm is designed to fulfill seven objectives: January 24 (R) Beginning of Term • Afford a depth of inquiry and freedom of method March 18-22 (M-F) Spring Break not practically obtainable within the fall or spring term. April 19, 22 (F, M) Easter Holiday • Provide breadth of educational opportunities via May 16 (R) End of Term experiences outside the geographical boundaries of the Midland campus, domestically and interna- Summer Session tionally, as well as experiences on campus. May 29 (W) Beginning of Term • Promote learning by doing, as well as learning July 4 (R) Independence Day from a textbook. Holiday • Promote increased student initiative and responsibility for planning and pursuing educational August 20 (T) End of Term objectives. • Encourage and enable students to explore study in See the full Academic Calendar posted online or in the disciplines in which they may not have an exten- Registrar’s Office for more details. Academic Calendar sive background. is subject to change. • Facilitate opportunities for student-initiated courses. • Facilitate curricular flexibility via team teaching and interdisciplinary study.

Summer Session Courses are available on a limited basis during the summer months on campus and online. Summer session begins in early-June and concludes in late August with courses in various blocks. During the summer session, the maximum student load without special permission is nine (9) credits.

27 Capstone be completed in residence to earn a Undergraduate Degrees major • All financial obligations to the University must be Six baccalaureate degrees are designated as degrees fulfilled. in course at Midland. Institutional requirements are uniform across the degrees, with the student’s chosen Major major field of study the determinant as to which degree A major represents a degree-seeking student’s prima- is earned. Students with multiple majors will declare a ry field of study. It is a structured plan of study that primary major, which will then determine the degree requires at least 36 credits and will appear on the stu- awarded. Additionally, four master-level degrees are dent’s official transcript. Students may earn additional offered at Midland. majors, however the primary major will determine the degree earned. Students who have previously earned a baccalaureate degree at another university and wish to earn a second Compressed Major degree at Midland may do so by completing the degree Compressed majors represent a degree-seeking stu- requirements enumerated in the pages that follow and dent’s primary field of study. A compressed major must meeting Midland University’s Core requirements. consist of 30-31 credits. Compressed majors must be combined with another compressed major or full Baccalaureate Degrees major. Rules about combining compressed and full The baccalaureate degree is an undergraduate program majors are detailed in the Undergraduate catalog and of liberal arts and sciences with specialized training in are determined by the programs offering said majors a variety of departmental major fields. The degree is The Compressed major will appear on the student’s the culminating credential that students earn at Mid- official transcript. land University. To be eligible for one of the six baccalaureate degrees, the student must achieve the follow- Minor ing requirements: A minor is a structured plan of study that requires at • The successful completion of at least 120 credits least 15 credits, but no more than 29 credits and is an or the equivalent, including all general education optional secondary field of study. No student may de- requirements. clare a major and a minor in the same discipline. The • Grade point averages (GPA) must be maintained as minor appears on the official transcript. follows: * A minimum cumulative grade point average of Concentration 2.00. A concentration is a required structured plan of study * A minimum grade point average of 2.25 in work within a major. Concentrations may be of varying taken in the major or minor, unless otherwise lengths, but is included in the required length of the specified. major. The concentration is combined with the pro- • The majority of course work applied to the baccalau- gram core courses for a major. Concentrations appear reate degree must be graded on the A-F system: on the official transcript. * A minimum of 80 credits must be graded on the A-F system; Emphasis/Suggested Courses of Study/Track * A minimum of two-thirds of the credit hours in An emphasis or course of study is an optional set of major and minor areas must be graded on the courses within or supplementing a major around a A-F system. Many majors require all courses to be specific topic, often in preparation for professional graded on the A-F system. or graduate study. These do not appear on the official • Residence requirements stipulate that 30 of the final transcript. 36 credits must be completed in residence at Mid- land. * Minors: at least one upper-level course be completed in residence to earn a minor * Majors: at least one upper-level course and the

28 Degrees, Majors, and Corresponding Academic Programs Degree Major Concentrations Art Graphic Arts Arts Management Vocal, Instrumental, Theatre Performance, Technical Performing Arts, General Business, Mar- keting, Management Compressed Finance; Compressed General Business; Compressed Management; Compressed Marketing Criminal Justice; Compressed Criminal Justice Education Elementary K-8; Secondary Education 6-12 or 7-12; Special Education Generalist K-12; Elementa- ry and Secondary, PK-12 English; Compressed English History Bachelor of Compressed History Arts (BA) Human Services Early Childhood; Social Science; Community Health Human Performance Athletic Training; Pre-Professional Exercise Science; Sports Marketing & Management; Strength and Conditioning Mass Communication Psychology; Compressed Psychology Religion/Philosophy; Compressed Religion/Philosophy Sociology; Compressed Sociology Youth and Family Ministry; Compressed Youth and Family Ministry Bachelor of Studio Arts Ceramics; Drawing; Graphic Design; Painting; Fine Arts Sculpture (BFA) Bachelor Nursing Program options: Traditional; of Science LPN to BSN; in Nursing RN to BSN (BSN)

29 Degrees, Majors, and Corresponding Academic Programs Bachelor of Business Administration; Accounting; General Business; Management; Mar- Science in keting Business Ad- ministration (BSBA) Biology Mathematics/Computer Mathematics; Computer Science; Science Bachelor of Compressed Mathematics Science (BS) Natural Science Composite Biology; Medical Arts Respiratory Therapy Bachelor General Studies of Gener- al Studies (BGS)

Minors: Applied Behavior Analysis; Art; Biology; Business Administration; Chemistry; Coaching; Computer Science; Criminal Justice; Earth Science; English; Graphic Art; Human Services; Mathematics; Nutrition; Politics; Psy- chology; Religion/Philosophy; Sociology; Writing;

Education Endorsements: Field: Business, Marketing, & Information Technology 6-12; Elementary K-8; Health and Physical Education PK- 12; Mathematics 6-12; Music PK-12; Science 7-12; Social Science 7-12; Special Education Generalist K-12 Subject: Biology 7-12; History 7-12; Physical Education PK-12; Secondary English 7-12; Special Education Gen- eralist K-6; Special Education Generalist 7-12; Vocal Music PK-12 Supplemental: Coaching 7-12; Early Childhood PK-3; English as a Second Language (ESL) PK-12; English as a Second Language (ESL) PK-6; English as a Second Language (ESL) 7-12; Information Technology, PK-12; The- atre 7-12

30 The Undergraduate Curriculum Students with an English ACT of 19 to 24 enroll in English Composition, followed by the Humanities requirements. As an undergraduate, liberal arts college, Midland of- ☐☐ENG120: English Composition fers educational programs designed to prepare students (3 credits) for a future in a global and Internet-driven society. Students pursue course options in the humanities, the 2) REQUIRED HUMANITIES COURSES physical and life sciences and the social and behavioral (8 credits on the A-F scale with a C- or better): sciences where major programs of study prepare the Students with an English ACT of 25 or above or who student for a specific vocation and/or graduate study. have completed English Composition at the college Midland emphasizes quality, personal attention, and level may enroll directly into the required Humanities student involvement in learning. Students partner with courses the faculty as co-creators of their own knowledge, in- ☐☐MID120: Blue Humanities (4 credits) tegrate, and apply learning throughout the curriculum. ☐☐MID130: Orange Humanities (4 credits) Students are supported as they develop into independent, lifelong learners and problem solvers. 3) HUMANITIES CHOICES (9 credits total, with 3 credits from each of the follow- The University’s curriculum is inherently dynamic and ing categories): purposely flexible. Designed around the belief that a. Category A: Fine and Performing Arts (3 Credits) today’s students can and should embrace an active and Select a course from Art, Music, or Theater including, responsible role in their education, the academic struc- but not limited to: ture provides a framework within which individual ☐☐ART100: Introduction to Drawing needs and educational goals may be met. ☐☐ART110: Introduction to Design ☐☐ART131: Ceramics Hand-building Midland’s academic program is divided into three ar- ☐☐ART132: Ceramics Wheel Throwing eas: core curriculum, program requirements, and elec- ☐☐ART133: Empty Bowls tives. Dependent on the student’s choice of major, the ☐☐ART140: Introduction to Advertising Design program is designed so about one-third of the gradua- ☐☐ART160: Introduction to Graphic Illustration tion requirements fall into each of these three areas. ☐☐ART180: Introduction to Graphic Design The Core Curriculum ☐☐ART150: Introduction to Painting ☐☐ART201: Art History I All courses taken to meet core curriculum require- ☐☐ART202: Art History II ments must be graded on the A-F scale, and a C- or ☐☐ART219: Introduction to Sculpture higher earned as indicated. ☐☐MUS011: Voice ☐☐MUS021: Organ 1) WRITING REQUIREMENT ☐☐MUS031: Piano (3-9 credits on the A-F scale with a C- or better): ☐☐MUS041-44: Instrumental courses Students with an English ACT score of 18 or below en- ☐☐MUS080: Clef Dwellers roll in the following reading/writing courses, followed ☐☐MUS050: Orchestra by the required English Composition and Humanities ☐☐MUS060: Jazz Ensemble courses. Students placed into this track are required to ☐☐MUS070: Percussion Ensemble pass the ENG111 and ENG112 sequence within one ☐☐MUS072: Band academic year ☐☐MUS080: Clef Dwellers ☐☐ENG111: University Reading & Writing I (3 credits) ☐☐MUS084: Choir ENG112: University Reading & Writing II ☐☐MUS101: Fundamentals of Music (3 credits) ☐☐MUS210: American Music Experience ☐☐ENG120: English Composition ☐☐THE111: Theatre Technology (3 credits) ☐☐THE202: Fundamentals of Acting ☐☐THE260: Musical

31 ☐☐THE270: Theater Practicum-Tech ☐☐MTH150: Pre-Calculus ☐☐THE271: Theater Practicum-Performance ☐☐MTH210: Elementary Statistics ☐☐MTH220: Calculus I b. Category B: Religion and Philosophy (3 Credits) ☐☐SSC330: Social Science Statistics* Select a course from Religion or Philosophy including, *Only approved for Criminal Justice, Human Services, but not limited to: Psychology, and Sociology majors. ☐☐REL120: Development of Christian Thought ☐☐REL130: Introduction to the Old Testament 5) LAB SCIENCE PROFICIENCY: ☐☐REL140: Introduction to the New Testament (4 credits on the A-F scale with a C- or better): ☐☐REL150: Lutheranism ☐☐BIO100: Principles of Environmental Science ☐☐REL185: Christian Communities ☐☐BIO103: Principles of Biology ☐☐REL208: Jesus and the Prophets ☐☐BIO106: General Zoology ☐☐REL230: Power, Structure and Moral Responsibility ☐☐BIO190: Survey of A&P ☐☐REL240: Religions of the World ☐☐CHE103: General Chemistry I ☐☐REL280: Christianity and Human Sexuality ☐☐CHE104: General Chemistry II ☐☐PHI200: Philosophy Across the World ☐☐CHE122: Chemistry for Health Sciences ☐☐PHI250: Foundations of Moral Decision Making ☐☐ESC101: Physical Geology ☐☐PHI280: Critical Thinking ☐☐ESC102: Historical Geology ☐☐PHI290: What is Religion? Who is God? ☐☐PHY121: Descriptive Astronomy ☐☐PHY122: Topics in Astronomy c. Category C: History, English/Literature (3 Credits) ☐☐PHY151: General Physics I Select a course from History or English including, but not limited to: 6) ORAL COMMUNICATION PROFICIENCY: ☐☐ENG110: Introduction to Literature (3 credits on the A-F scale with a C- or better): ☐☐ENG140: Plains Literature ☐☐SPE110: Fundamentals of Oral Communication ☐☐ENG203: Making of America ☐☐SPE210: Interpersonal Communication ☐☐ENG204: Development of Modern America ☐☐SPE250: Group Communication ☐☐ENG210: Topics in Ethnic Literature ☐☐ENG220: Advanced Writing 7) The Midland University Experience (1 credit) ☐☐HIS111: United States History to 1877 ☐☐MID101: The Midland University Experience ☐☐HIS112: United State History since 1877 ☐☐HIS153: World Civilizations I Students may take upper-level courses but must meet ☐☐HIS154: World Civilizations II course prerequisites. Internship courses will not meet ☐☐HIS240: Women in America Humanities requirements. ☐☐HIS241: Great Plains History ☐☐POL112: Introduction to Political Science 8) REQUIRED WRITING (“W”) Courses: ☐☐POL113: American Government As a means of requiring and ensuring the continued development of writing skills, Midland requires that 4) MATHEMATICAL LITERACY: each major-granting department either offer a course (3 credits on the A-F scale with a C- or better): with a strong writing component or designate a “W” ☐☐MTH100: Math for Liberal Arts course from another department as part of the curricu- ☐☐MTH140: College Algebra lum. A “W” course will require each student to submit at least 6,000 words of graded writing (approximately 24 standard double-spaced pages) that demonstrate the learning objectives of the course. Examples of individual writing that would meet this requirement include responses (reading/journal), essays (personal or academic including drafts that undergo substantive revision), reports, proposals, abstracts, journal/

32 literature reviews, research papers, portfolios, etc. The field of study. Course work taken in the major subject 6,000-word/24-page total can be comprised of multiple permits the student to inquire in depth and to pursue a assignments. If collaborative writing is assigned, each coordinated and intensive study within the field. Cred- student’s contribution must be calculated and applied it-hour requirements, capstone experience require- to the student’s individual 6,000-word total. ments, and other details differ from major to major, as noted in this catalog. Faculty will provide students with substantive feedback on the graded writing assigned. Substantive feedback GPA requirements are the same for all majors, and includes written instructor comments and/or con- state that all students must obtain a 2.25 GPA to gradu- ferencing on issues encountered in the pursuit of the ate, unless specified higher by a particular department. course learning objectives. Students may be given the opportunity to revise the work in accordance with that Electives feedback. Electives, approximately the final one-third of the academic program, complement and supplement the The Writing Across the Curriculum (WAC) rubric student’s institutional requirement and major course is used as the standard form of evaluation in all “W” work. Through the use of electives, the student may courses. Faculty will introduce students to, and report choose courses in an exploratory manner to give addi- a final WAC Rubric for assessment tional breadth to the program or add a second major or minor. Students are encouraged to take courses Faculty will provide the following information in their from a variety of disciplines and departments and to course materials: use electives to broaden their exposure and interests. • the specific writing (by way of assignment description and criteria used for assessment) students will Academic Enrichment and Honors undertake e.g., proposals, lab reports, research Faculty Mentors papers, portfolios, etc.; Midland believes that one of the great advantages of a • the description of the writing process including a small liberal arts college is the opportunity for closer style guide if the most recent version of preferred ci- relationships between faculty and students. Midland tation isn’t being used; for MLA, it is the 6th edition also recognizes that students bring with them unique style guide and for APA it is the 2010 version; backgrounds of ability, interest, social experiences, vo- • each course will also incorporate at least three (3) of cational aspirations, and spiritual development. With the following processes: drafting, in-class peer re- these thoughts in mind, the purpose of the mentoring view, Writing Center usage, line editing with online services at Midland is to accept the uniqueness of the assistance (Microsoft Word or other system, assem- individual and to take advantage of the close relation- bling portfolios) type and frequency of instructor ship between faculty and students to help each individ- feedback. ual reach the greatest potential. Courses meeting the Required Writing requirement are designated in the course descriptions. Honors Program The Midland University Honors Program provides a Major Requirements diverse, rigorous academic culture for qualified stu- The second one-third of the academic program offers dents who desire this challenge. specialized preparation in various fields of interest. A number of these fields are pre-professional in nature. The Honors Program’s 30 credit curriculum includes a Other majors prepare students for professional work Humanities and Speech 4 credit course (8 total credit in a field, which they may enter upon graduation. Still s); a 3 credit international or regional travel course; others prepare students for graduate work in their field 12 credits of additional Honors courses (which might of choice. The flexibility of the curriculum provides be part of a student's major requirements); and a 1 many opportunities for a program, which meets the credit Experiential and Service Learning course for six educational and vocational objectives of the individual. semesters (6 total credits). Honors Students also enroll in a Presidential Capstone course (1 credit) during the Each student must successfully complete a major senior year. Cultural events designed for Honors Stu-

33 dents are scheduled throughout the academic year. the student.

Honors courses are designated with an “H” after the 3. Maintain a normal course load as a full-time course prefix and number and are indicated in the student, and earn the minimum passing grade in all course descriptions in this catalog by “Honors section classes. Students enrolling in at least 15 credit hours available.” Additional courses may be designated by the (a normal course load) during each Fall and Spring faculty and Honors Committee in the future. semester should be able to earn enough credits to satisfy degree requirements within four years as long as Most eligible students start in the Honors Program they earn the minimum passing grade for each course during the fall semester of the freshmen year. At the as stated in the Academic Catalog for each course end of the first year, Midland University or transfer and program. Students opting to take a course load of students, who meet Honors Program criteria and have fewer than 15 credits a semester will need to enroll in at least six semesters remaining before graduation, extra hours either in a future, Summer or Interterm are also eligible to apply for admission to the Honors semester. Students taking a course graded as P/PM/NC Program. Honors Students who complete all Honors must earn a ‘P’ to satisfy course requirements and earn Program curriculum requirements graduate with an a passing grade. Honors designated diploma. 4. Remain in good academic, financial and disci- Graduating in Four Years plinary standing. Students are required to meet the Midland University is committed to providing students minimum GPA requirements outlined in the Aca- the diverse experiences of a liberal arts education with demic Catalog. All student accounts must be in good the support and guidance necessary to graduate in standing prior to the beginning of the next term. Stu- four years. By working closely with a Student Success dents are required to establish an acceptable payment Advisor, students are ensured access to the courses and plan with the Midland Student Billing Office. Students support needed to be successful and graduate in four will have no major violations of campus policies as years. All students meeting the four basic requirements outlined in the Midland University Student Handbook, below will be guaranteed the opportunity to earn their the Academic Catalog and/or the Athletic Commit- undergraduate degree in four years: ment of Excellence 1. Declare a major by the start of their sophomore year. Students may use the first year to explore major options and possible programs of interest. The Four- Year Graduation Guarantee applies to all full time undergraduate students entering college for the first time and their completion of one major and one mi- nor; including majors that require on-time acceptance into a specific program of study. Programs requiring early matriculation and acceptance include the Nurs- ing program (acceptance by the start of the Sophomore year) and the Education program (acceptance by the completion of the Sophomore year). 2. Enroll in classes to fulfill the requirements of the student’s declared major(s) and/or minor(s). Courses at Midland University have been sequenced to allow for completion of requirements within four years. Students are required to meet with their Student Suc- cess Advisor at least once per semester to review their program of study, register for classes and partner in developing a graduation plan. The Advisor will assist in developing the graduation plan utilizing the Academic Catalog which will be available as a reference guide to

34 Assessment Assessment activities at Midland University offer evidence of academic achievement while also providing the University with invaluable data to help inform academic change. Collectively, this assess ment data is used to help shape modifications in the curriculum, identity strengths, and set standards of excellence for all facets of the campus to strive towards. A continuing process, assessment looks at student achievement within and across courses while also evaluating the attainment of cumulative learning outcomes via measurement of general education, major and co-curricular goals, and objectives. Midland’s assessment initiatives include direct measures of student learning, such as the ETS Proficiency Profile exam, Major Field Tests in particular programs, indirect measures of student learning including the IDEA course surveys conducted in each class, and other internal measures such as the data collected by the Writing Center and Academic Program Support.

Core Area Outcomes Assessed Writing Students will be able to: Requirements • Apply a systematic process (prewriting, drafting, substantive revision, and editing) to writing tasks. • Demonstrate the rhetorical elements of communication purpose, audience, and text. • Demonstrate knowledge of conventions including structure, usage, and mechanics con- forming with edited English. • Using a thesis, display the ability to argue and address counterarguments and use different types of evidence (such as fact, values, intellectual and creative). • Practice writing as a recursive, collaborative and social process in which the habit and skill of revision is emphasized • Employ correct quotation and citation. Orange Hu- Students will be able to: manities • Compare and contrast religions, historical events, cultural practices, and literature in Chi- na and the Islamic world. • Identify and critically analyze assumptions about other cultures. • Take information from source(s) with enough interpretation/evaluation to develop a comprehensive analysis or synthesis. • State and describe an issue/problem comprehensively to be considered critically is stated clearly and described, delivering all relevant information necessary for full understanding. Blue Human- Students will be able to: ities • Evaluate central historical figures and literary works, which have share Western thinking, practice, and culture. • Identify and describe ideas that have shaped Western culture, including autonomy, justice the Christian salvation tradition and the individual’s relationship to his or her culture. • Think and write critically and creatively about concepts and moments that have trans- formed Western intellectual heritage. • Reach conclusions that are logical and reflect the student’s informed evaluation and ability to place evidence and perspectives discussed in priority order.

35 Core Area Outcomes Assessed Humanities Students will be able to: Choice Courses • Articulate a basic understanding of a central element(s) within each of the following areas: • History or Literature • Fine or Performing Arts • Religion or Philosophy • Analyze their own and others’ assumptions and carefully evaluate the relevance and context when presenting a position. • State and describe an issue/problem comprehensively to be considered critically is stated clearly and described, delivering all relevant information necessary for full understanding. • Take information from source(s) with enough interpretation/evaluation to develop a comprehensive analysis or synthesis. • Reach conclusions that are logical and reflect the student’s informed evaluation and ability to place evidence and perspectives discussed in priority order.

Mathematical Students will be able to: Literacy • Interpret information presented in mathematical forms (e.g., equations, graphs, diagrams, tables, words). • Represent relevant information into mathematical forms (e.g., equations, graphs, diagrams, tables, words) and solve the problem applying appropriate mathematical models. • Make judgment and draw appropriate conclusions based on the quantitative analysis of data, while recognizing the limits of this analysis. • Express quantitative evidence in support of the argument or purpose of the work (in terms of what evidence is used and how it is formatted, presented, and contextualized). Lab Science Students will be able to: Proficiency • Demonstrate an understanding of scientific principles and their interrelationships to the environment. • Apply the scientific method to design experiments, collect, and analyze data from coherent conclusions. • Demonstrate the ability to assemble, evaluate, and present scientific information. • Demonstrate an understanding of social, moral, and ethical implications of science. Oral Communi- Students will be able to : cation • Gain a theoretical and practical understanding of the basic theories, concepts, and tenets Proficiency of human communication. • Demonstrate a capacity to apply critical thinking skills in the creative process. • Build confidence in applying effective communicative strategies in one’s own human communication behaviors. • Develop and sharpen active listening skills. • Appreciate the importance of both the verbal and nonverbal components of human communication. • Appreciate the importance, complexity, and relation of the self-concept to achieving satis- fying and effective communication in both personal and professional contexts. Note: Some outcomes based partly on the AAC&U’s Valid Assessment of Learning in Undergraduate Education rubrics

36 B.A., Hastings College; Ph.D. University of Nebraska Schools/Colleges and Faculty Medical Center

Chintamani S. Manish LUTHER COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES Professor of Biology Jamie Simpson B.S., Punjabrao Krishi Vidyapeeth, Akola, India; M.S., Dean of the Luther College of Arts and Sciences Governors State University; Ph.D., West Virginia Uni- Psychology versity B.A., M.A., Ph.D., University of Nebraska at Lincoln Rachel J. Meyer Humanities Professor of Biology Chair: Molly Zimmer B.S., South Dakota State University; M.S., University of Associate Professor of English Nebraska at Omaha; Ph.D., South Dakota State Uni- B.A., University of Nebraska at Kearney; M.A., Univer- versity sity of Nebraska at Omaha Evangeline Rukundo Henry E. Krusiewicz Assistant Professor of Chemistry Professor of English B.S., Oklahoma Christian University; Ph.D., Oklahoma B.A., Kalamazoo College; M.A., Ph.D., University of State University Colorado Lynn Schnoor Jeremy Rehwaldt Associate Professor of Computer Science Professor of Religion B.S., Midland University; M.S, University of Nebraska B.A., Macalester College; M.T.S., Harvard Divinity at Omaha School; Ph.D. Vanderbilt University Social Sciences Tracy Shell Chair: Megan E. Nielsen Professor of Art Professor of Sociology B.F.A. University of Montevallo; M.F.A, Rochester In- B.S., Wayne State College; M.S., Ph.D., Iowa State Uni- stitute of Technology School for American Crafts versity

Courtney Wilder Dustin Gann Professor of Religion Assistant Professor of History B.A., University of Montana; M.A., Ph.D., University of A.A., Huchinson Community College; B.A., Washburn Chicago Divinity School University; M.A., Emporia State University; Ph.D., University of Kansas Susan H. Wood Professor of English Adam Knowlton B.A., Carleton College; A.M., Washington University, Associate Professor of Speech and Communication St. Louis; Ph.D., University of Tennessee, Knoxville Speech and Debate Coach B.A., University of Nebraska at Lincoln; M.A., Univer- Mathematics and Sciences sity of Nebraska at Omaha; Ph.D. University of Nebras- Chair: Zhongming Huang ka at Lincoln Professor of Math B.S., Guangdong University of Technology; M.S., Scott Sasse Tennessee Technological University; Ph.D., Southern Professor of Criminal Justice Illinois University B.S., University of Nebraska at Lincoln; M.S., Universi- ty of Nebraska at Omaha; Ph.D. University of Nebraska Lance Johnson at Lincoln Professor of Biology

37 Connie C. Taylor Associate Professor of Education Professor of Psychology B.S., Concordia University-Nebraska; M.A., Ed.D., A.A., Columbia College; B.A., B.F.A., Stephens College; University of Nebraska at Lincoln M.S., Ph.D., Florida State University Nancy Christensen COLLEGE OF HUMAN PERFORMANCE Assistant Professor of Education Mark Snow B.S., University of Nebraska at Lincoln; M.S., Doane Dean of the School of Human Performance College B.A., Midland University; M.A., San Jose State Univer- sity Theresa Ferg Assistant Professor of Education Jef Field B.A., University of Nebraska at Kearney; M.S., Wayne Associate Professor of Human Performance State College B.S., Northern State University; M.S. South Dakota State University Andrew Goodman Assistant Professor of Education Heather Hess B.A., Truman State University; B.A., University of Mis- Assistant Professor of Athletic Training souri; M.A. Emporia State University; Ed. D., Universi- Clinical Education Coordinator ty of Nevada B.S., College of Mount St. Joseph; M.A., East Tennessee State University MJ Kraus-Hier Assistant Professor of Education DUNKLAU SCHOOL OF BUSINESS B.S., M.S., Wayne State College Susan M. Kruml Vice President of Academic Affairs Kerry Williams Interim Dean of the Dunklau School of Business Associate Professor of Education B.S., M.B.A., University of South Dakota; Ph.D., Tem- B.A., University of Nebraska at Lincoln; M.A., Drake ple University University, Ph.D., University of Nebraska at Lincoln

Rita M. Bristol SCHOOL OF NURSING Associate Professor of Business Linda Quinn B.S., Peru State College; M.Ed., University of Nebraska Dean of the School of Nursing at Lincoln B.A., Nursing, Gustavus Adolphus; M.S.N., Loyola University; M.A. Counseling, Grace University; Ph.D., Jon D. Moxness Capella University Associate Professor of Business B.S.B.A., M.P.A., University of Nebraska–Lincoln, Deborah Brester C.P.A. Assistant Professor B.S.N., Midland University; M.S.N., Nebraska Method- Nick Schreck ist College Instructor of Marketing and Communications B.S., Midland University; M.A., Gonzaga University Jane Covington Assistant Professor WALKER SCHOOL OF EDUCATION B.S.N., M.S.N., Nebraska Methodist College Susan J. Evanich Dean of the Walker School of Education Cynthia S. DeLanie B.A., University of Northern Colorado; M.S., Ed.D., Associate Professor University of Nebraska at Omaha B.S.N., Midland University; M.S.N., Clarkson College; Ed.D., College of St. Mary George Conrad

38 Becky Hotovy B.A., University of Colorado; M.A., Columbia Univer- Associate Professor sity, Doctoral Candidate, Johns Hopkins University B.S.N., University of Nebraska Medical Center; M.S.N., Nebraska Methodist College Eric Maczka Director of Academic Services: University Registrar, Vet- Jolene Kotschwar erans’ Affairs School Certifying Official Associate Professor B.S., University of Wisconsin-Madison; M.S., Rutgers B.S.N., M.S.N., University of Texas at Austin University-Newark

Diana J. Moxness Gwynese Craighead Associate Professor Assistant Registrar B.S.N., M.S.N., University of Nebraska Medical Center B.A., Duquesne University

Jean Phelan Connie Kreikemeier Associate Professor Executive Director: Personal & Career Development B.S.N., Creighton University; M.S.N., DePaul Univer- Center sity B.A., University of Nebraska-Lincoln; M.S.E., Wayne State College Robert E. Steed Assistant Professor Jennifer Gegzna B.S.N., University of Maryland; M.S.N., University of Career and Alumni Relations Coordinator: Personal & Florida Career Development Center B.S.B.A, M.B.A., Midland University Cheryl A. Paolinelli Director of the Respiratory Therapy Program Tim Lentz A.A., Modesto Junior College; A.R., San Joaquin Valley Library and Learning Commons Director College; B.H.C.S., M.H.A., D.M. Candidate, University B.A., Hastings College, M.L.S., University of Missouri of Phoenix Jamie Folkers Jeff Dennis Administrative Assistant to the School of Education Respiratory Therapy Clinical Director B.A., M.A., University of Northern Iowa B.S., Midland Lutheran College LaVonne Stewart Academic Affairs Staff Administrative Coordinator of the School of Nursing A.A.S., Metropolitan Community College; B.S.B.A., Susan M. Kruml Midland University Vice President of Academic Affairs B.S., M.B.A., University of South Dakota; Ph.D., Tem- ple University

Kassara Meadows Academic Affairs Coordinator

Kate McCown Director of Academic Core Experience B.A., Washburn University; M.S.E., University of Kan- sas

James Miller Director of Innovative Teaching

39 desires and requirements in illustration, advertising Undergraduate Programs and graphic design, and demonstrates competence in his/her skills to propose, rework and implement proj- Art ects on time; Shows competence in the following areas: illustration The Art Department at Midland University offers techniques and tools, computer use in illustration, students a wide range of career choices including advertising design mechanicals, layouts for proposed comprehensive programs in fine art or commercial art. printing, computer use in publication, product and Art majors may pursue either a Bachelor of Arts or a package design, and computer use in graphic design. Bachelor of Fine Arts degree with a concentration in studio art or graphic art. Students in all majors study Art Major Requirements: from select studio courses in ceramics, digital media, Complete the following 38 to 40 credits, graded on the drawing, painting, photography, sculpture, art histo- A-F scale, with a grade of C- or better: ry, and printmaking. The Bachelor of Arts degree is ART100: Introduction to Drawing (3 credits) designed as a broad, liberal arts education. It can also or ART102: Introduction to Figure Drawing (3 credits) lead to graduate study in art history, art therapy, or fine ART110: Design (3 credits) art. The Bachelor of Fine Art (BFA) degree requires the ART133: Empty Bowls: Ceramic Art and Civic student to choose an area of intensive studio practice. Engagement (3 credits) This degree is traditionally pursued by those students ART150: Introduction to Painting (3 credits) who wish to become professional artists or post-sec- or ART151: Mixed Media Painting (3 credits) ondary art teachers. The BFA is considered the appro- ART180: Introduction to Graphic Design (3 credits) priate preparation for those wishing to pursue a Master ART201: Art History I (3 credits) of Fine Art and is also considered the professional ART202: Art History II (3 credits) design degree for those wishing to seek employment at ART219: Introduction to Sculpture (3 credits) design or advertising studios. The Musbach Art Center ART420: Senior Thesis (3 credits) is an innovative, fully-equipped building providing ART421: Thesis Exhibition (1 credit) quality studio and gallery facilities, new equipment, ART499: Art Internship (1 to 3 credits) state-of-the-art computers and software. The art pro- COM222: Introduction to Digital Photography grams are distinguished by excellent faculty providing (3 credits) individualized attention and accessibility. Six (6) credits of ART electives

A Midland Art Major: Graphic Arts Concentration Requirements: Demonstrates an aptitude for critical thinking and In addition to the Art Major requirements, students problem solving through idea generation to object wishing to concentrate in Graphic Arts should com- making; plete the following 18 credit hours, graded on the A-F Identifies and articulates the significance of major scale, with a grade of C- or better: periods and works in the history of art (Western, and ART140: Introduction to Advertising Design non-Western); (3 credits) Demonstrates a proficiency of basic skills in the stu- ART160: Introduction to Graphic Illustration dio, providing evidence of mastery skill in at least one (3 credits) studio area, and competence in other areas of studio ART180: Introduction to Graphic Design (3 credits) endeavor; BUS242: Principles of Marketing (3 credits) Participates in the creative process, critical evaluation or BUS348: Advertising (3 credits) and appreciation of the visual arts; or COM342: Public Relations (3 credits) Prepares and presents artwork with an understanding Nine (9) credits of electives: of basic professional practices in the field of visual art; ART360: Intermediate Graphic Illustration Exhibits knowledge, skills, values, and motivation to (3 credits) promote the quality of life in our community; or ART370: Intermediate Advertising Design With the Graphic Art concentration: (3 credits) Demonstrates the ability to anticipate an employer’s BUS217: Principles of Management (3 credits)

40 COM230: Visual Literacy (3 credits) cluding ART340 and ART412 Drawing: 12 credits of upper level ART courses includ- Art Minor Requirements: ing ART320 and ART418 Complete 21 credits including ART100 or ART102, Graphic Arts: 12 credits of upper level ART courses ART110, ART133, ART150 or ART151, ART201, including ART380 and ART415 ART202 and one (1) additional ART course. *Note: Majors in Art and Studio Art may not be com- Graphic Arts Minor for non-Art Majors Require- bined. ments: Arts Management This minor is only open to non-Art Majors. Complete

25-27 credit hours including ART100 or ART110, An Arts Management major not only prepares individ- ART133 or ART219, ART140, ART160, ART180, uals to organize and manage their own performance ART499 (1 to 3 credits), BUS242, BUS348, and careers, but also to manage art organizations, opera- COM222. tions, and facilities. Additionally, students who select this major are attractive to a wide range of business- Studio Arts Major Requirements: es. This major combines the people skills, creativity, The Studio Arts major leads to a Bachelor of Fine Arts. outgoing nature, and confidence that are nurtured by Complete the following 32 to 34 credits, graded on the involvement in the Arts with the practical skills and A-F scale, with a grade of C- or better: knowledge gained through a business degree to create ART100: Introduction to Drawing (3 credits) an individual who is highly marketable in the business or ART102: Introduction to Figure Drawing or performance world. (3 credits) ART110: Design (3 credits) Instruction will include 30 credits of instruction in ART133: Empty Bowls: Ceramic Art and Civic business courses with an emphasis in General Busi- Engagement (3 credits) ness, Marketing, or Management. This will be part- ART150: Introduction to Painting (3 credits) nered with 30 credits of instruction in the performing or ART151: Mixed Media Painting (3 credits) arts based on one’s area of emphasis: Vocal, Instru- ART180: Introduction to Graphic Design (3 credits) mental, Theatre Performance, or Technical Perform- ART201: Art History I (3 credits) ing Arts. ART202: Art History II (3 credits)

ART219: Introduction to Sculpture (3 credits) A Midland Arts Management major: ART420: Senior Thesis (3 credits) Develops a plan to organize and manage their own ART421: Thesis Exhibition (1 credit) career involving the arts ART499: Art Internship (1 to 3 credits) Compares and contrasts management and marketing COM222: Introduction to Digital Photography strategies of arts individuals, organizations, operations (3 credits) and facilities Evaluates and integrates arts skills will applicable busi- In addition to the core courses listed above, Studio ness strategies Arts BFA candidates will also choose an area of con- Analyze, evaluates and creates events that will further centration and take an additional 9 credits in Draw- their understanding and skills in the arts. ing, Painting, Ceramics, Sculpture or Graphic Arts.

To complete a concentration, students must complete Arts Management Majors with an Instrumental Music 6 additional credits in a medium, with requirements Focus will: noted below: Performs in a variety of instrumental ensembles, solo performances and settings. Ceramics: 12 credits of upper level ART courses in- Continues to develop their musical craftsmanship. cluding ART330 and ART414 Painting: 12 credits of upper level ART courses includ- Arts Management Majors with a Vocal Music Focus ing ART310 and ART413 will: Sculpture: 12 credits of upper level ART courses in-

41 Performs in a variety of vocal ensembles, solo perfor- Lessons (1 credit/semester, total of 4 credits) mances and settings. MUS072: Band (1 credit/semester, total of 8 credits) Continues to develop their musical craftsmanship. MUS101: Fundamentals of Music I (3 credits) MUS210: American Music Experience (3 credits) Arts Management Majors with a Theater Focus will: MUS300: Arts Professional Seminar (0 credits, meets Perform in a variety of theater ensembles and settings. once each semester) Continue to develop their acting craft. Six (6) credits of electives from: MUS102: Fundamentals of Music II (3 credits) Arts Management Majors with a Technical Arts Focus MUS301: Music in Western Civilization (3 credits) will: THE260: Musical (3 credits) Support a variety of performing arts ensembles in a Six (6) additional credits from the following electives: variety of settings with sound reinforcement, lighting, MUS080: Clef Dwellers (1 credit/semester) set construction, stage management, and performance MUS399: External Music Internship (1-3 credits/se- setting. mester) Continue to develop their technical arts craft. MUS499: Internal Music Internship (1-3 credits/semester) Vocal Emphasis MUS084: Choir (1 credit/semester) The core requirements of the emphasis include: MUS 051: Orchestra (1 credit/semester) MUS011: Voice (4 credits) MUS104: Arts Omaha (0.5 credit/semester) MUS084: Choir (8 credits) MU105: Acoustic Performance (3 credits) MUS101: Fundamentals of Music I (3 credits) MUS060: Jazz Ensemble (1 credit/semester) MUS210: American Music Experience (3 credits) THE 270: Theatre Practicum: Tech (1-2 credits/semes- MUS300: Arts Professional Seminar (0 credits, meets ter, no more than 3 total credits) once each semester) THE 271: Theatre Practicum: Performance (1-2 cred- Six (6) credits of electives from: its/semester, no more than 3 total credits) MUS102: Fundamentals of Music II (3 credits) THE 440: Special Topics (3 credits) MUS301: Music in Western Civilization (3 credits) THE260: Musical (3 credits) Theatre Performance Emphasis Select six (6) additional credits from the following The core requirements for this emphasis include: electives with at least 2 credits outside of the area of MUS300: Arts Professional Seminar (0 credits, meets emphasis): once each semester) MUS051: Orchestra (1 credit/semester) THE100: Introduction to Theatre (3 credits) MUS060: Jazz Ensemble (1 credit/semester) THE111: Theatre Technology (3 credits) MUS072: Band (1 credit/semester) or THE115: Costume and Makeup Design (3 credits) MUS080: Clef Dwellers (1 credit/semester) THE202: Fundamentals of Acting (3 credits) MUS104: Arts Omaha (0.5 credit/semester) THE290: Directing I (3 credits) MUS105: Acoustic Performance (3 credits) THE310: Theatre History I (3 credits) MUS399: External Music Internship (1-3 credits/se- THE490: Theatre Capstone (3 credits) mester) Six (6) credits of electives from: MUS499: Internal Music Internship (1-3 credits/se- THE260: Musical (3 credits) mester) THE270: Theatre Practicum: Tech (1-3 credits) THE270: Theatre Practicum: Technical (1-2 credits/ THE271: Theatre Practicum: Performance (1-3 credits) semester, no more than 3 total credits) THE300: Acting II THE271: Theatre Practicum: Performance (1-2 credits/ THE320: Theatre History II (3 credits) semester, no more than 3 total credits) THE390: Directing II THE440: Special Topics (3 credits) Six (6) additional credits from the above elective or from the courses below: Instrumental Emphasis THE111: Theatre Technology (3 credits) The core requirements for this emphasis include: or THE115: Costume and Makeup Design (3 credits) MUS031: Piano and/or MUS041-044: Instrumental THE200: Theatre Management (3 credits)

42 THE270: Theatre Practicum: Tech (1-6 credits) one of three business tracks (30 credits): THE271: Theatre Practicum: Performance (1-6 credits) THE440: Special Topics General Business: THE450: Independent Study (1-3 credits) BUS103: Principles of Accounting (3 credits) THE499: Internship (1-3 credits) BUS210: Principles of Economics I (3 credits) MUS051: Orchestra (1 credit) BUS208: Business Communications (3 credits) MUS060: Jazz Ensemble (1 credit) BUS217: Principles of Management (3 credits) MUS072: Band (1 credit) BUS230: Global Business (3 credits) MUS080: Clef Dwellers (1 credit) BUS242: Principles of Marketing (3 credits) MUS084: Choir (1 credit) BUS350: Business Presentations (3 credits) MUS104: Arts Omaha (1 credit) BUS361: Financial Management (3 credits) MUS105: Acoustic Performance (3 credit) BUS413: Business Law I (3 credits) MUS210: American Musical Experience (3 credits) BUS442: Business Policy (3 credits)

Technical Performing Arts Marketing: The core requirements for this emphasis include: BUS103: Principles of Accounting (3 credits) MUS300: Arts Professional Seminar (0 credits, meets BUS210: Principles of Economics I (3 credits) once each semester) BUS208: Business Communications (3 credits) THE100: Introduction to Theatre (3 credits)THE111: BUS230: Global Business (3 credits) Theatre Technology (3 credits) BUS242: Principles of Marketing (3 credits) or THE115: Costume and Makeup Design (3 credits) BUS346: Consumer Behavior (3 credits) THE200: Theatre Management (3 credits) BUS348: Advertising (3 credits) THE202: Fundamentals of Acting (3 credits) BUS350: Business Presentations (3 credits) THE310: Theatre History I (3 credits) BUS413: Business Law I (3 credits) THE490: Theatre Capstone (3 credits) BUS442: Business Policy (3 credits) Six (6) credits of electives from: THE111: Theatre Technology (3 credits) Management: or THE115: Costume and Makeup Design (3 credits) BUS103: Principles of Accounting (3 credits) THE270: Theatre Practicum: Tech (1-3 credits) BUS210: Principles of Economics I (3 credits) THE271: Theatre Practicum: Performance (1-3 credits) BUS208: Business Communications “W” (3 credits) THE290: Directing I (3 credits) BUS217: Principles of Management (3 credits) THE320: Theatre History I (3 credits) BUS230: Global Business (3 credits) Six (6) additional credits from the following electives: BUS331: Total Quality Management (3 credits) THE260: Musical (3 credits) BUS350: Business Presentations (3 credits) THE270: Theatre Practicum: Tech (1-6 credits) BUS361: Financial Management (3 credits) THE271: Theatre Practicum: Performance (1-6 credits) BUS413: Business Law I (3 credits) THE300: Acting II (3 credits) BUS442: Business Policy (3 credits) THE390: Directing II (3 credits) THE440: Special Topics (3 credits) THE450: Independent Study (1-3 credits) THE499: Internship (1-3 credits) MUS051: Orchestra (1 credit) MUS060: Jazz Ensemble (1 credit) MUS072: Band (1 credit) MUS080: Clef Dwellers (1 credit) MUS084: Choir (1 credit) MUS104: Arts Omaha (1 credit) MUS105: Acoustic Performance (3 credit)

The previous areas of emphasis must be paired with

43 Biology BIO190: Survey of Anatomy & Physiology (4 credits) BIO192: Forensic Science (3 credits) The Biology major is designed to prepare students with BIO205: Anatomy & Physiology II (4 credits) the skills and knowledge necessary to pursue entrance BIO207: Normal Nutrition (3 credits) into a professional program or obtain employment in BIO209: Medical Terminology (2-3 credits) the biology/science field. The major emphasizes foun- BIO212: Experiencing Biomes in a Zoo (3 credits) dational scientific knowledge, problem solving and BIO220: Pathophysiology (3 credits) critical thinking skills, research methodologies, bioeth- BIO225: Nutrition in the Community (3 credits) ics, and practical exposure to multiple areas within the BIO304: Developmental Biology (4 credits) biology field (including the health sciences, ecology, BIO306: Biology of Aging (3 credits) environmental science, cellular and molecular biology, BIO316: Neurobiology (4 credits) and research). BIO210/410: Topics in Biology (3 credits) BIO320: Nutrition Throughout the Lifespan (3 credits) A Midland Biology Major: BIO426: Marine Ecology (3 credits) Identify and describe the biological foundations of BIO450: Independent Study (1-3 credits) organisms; BIO496: Research (1-3 credits) Compare and contrast the interrelationships of biolog- BIO499: Internship (1-3 credits) ical organisms and their environment; Additional courses in chemistry, mathematics (cal- Apply the scientific method to design biological exper- culus and statistics), and physics are strongly recom- iments, collect and analyze data, and form coherent mended. conclusions; Assemble, evaluate, and present scientific information; Biology Minor Requirements: Critically analyze the social, moral, and ethical impli- Complete 24 credits, on the A-F scale with a grade of cations of biology; C- or better, including BIO125, BIO126, BIO300 or Develop the skills to be a biologically literate, life-long BIO308; CHE103 and CHE104. The remaining courses learner, and an advocate of biological education; must be 300-level or higher, excluding BIO499.

Biology Major Requirements: Nutrition Minor Complete at least 44 credits, on the A-F scale with a The Nutrition minor is designed to provide the stu- grade of C- or better: dent with a knowledgeable background in the basic Biology Core concepts and principles of nutrition, as well as, other BIO125: General Biology I (4 credits) aspects for a healthy lifestyle. This minor is an excellent BIO126: General Biology II (4 credits) support for any health-related major. It will not only BIO215: Microbiology (4 credits) assist the student in a health-care setting, but physician BIO305: Genetics (4 credits) clinics, wellness centers, health clubs, nursing homes, BIO420: Biology Capstone (2 credits) residential care facilities and public health programs. CHE103: General Chemistry I (4 credits) CHE104: General Chemistry II (4 credits) Nutrition Minor Requirements: CHE201: Organic Chemistry I (4 credits) Complete 15 credits, graded on the A-F scale, with a BIO310: Immunology (3 credits) or CHE407: Bio- grade of C- or better, including: BIO190 or BIO204/ chemistry (4 credits) BIO205; BIO207; BIO320; plus two of the following BIO190: Survey of Anatomy and Physiology (4 credits) four courses: BIO120, BIO225, BIO306, or HPM311. or BIO204: Anatomy and Physiology I (4 credits) BIO300: Ecology and Field Biology (4 credits) or BIO308: General Botany (4 credits) Biology elective (3 credits) BIO100: Environmental Science (4 credits) BIO106: General Zoology (4 credits) BIO110: Bioethics (3 credits) BIO120: Contemporary Issues in Nutrition (3 credits)

44 Business Administration In addition to the core requirements, each major in The Business Administration major is designed to give business must complete one of the following concen- students the skills and knowledge necessary to gain tration areas. The careful scheduling of electives may entry level positions in small and large business orga- allow for the completion of two concentrations. nizations, and the general abilities to succeed in their careers over time. The major emphasizes broad busi- Accounting Concentration Requirements: ness education as well as detailed skills and knowledge This concentration prepares students for careers in within the business discipline. Students experience a private accounting, banking, government agencies, and comprehensive major when earning the Bachelor of public accounting. Those taking the Certified Public Science in Business Administration degree. Accountant (CPA) exam are required to have completed a bachelor’s degree in business, certain business and All Business Administration Majors are required to accounting courses, and 150 credits. While graduation complete both a common core of business courses as requirements at Midland are 120 credits, accounting well as the requirements from one of the specific con- students are urged to complete the 150 credits upon centration areas. All business majors take a compre- graduation to be prepared to take the CPA exam at any hensive senior business exam during their final year. time. The core requirements and the following accounting concentration requirements provide students A Midland Business Administration Major: with all necessary business and accounting courses Demonstrates knowledge of basic business principles within the 150 credit requirement. necessary to react to broad business problem and situations; In addition to the core requirements, the student plan- Demonstrates the ability to utilize quantitative meth- ning to concentrate in accounting will need to com- ods and tools necessary in today’s business world; plete the following 42 credit hours: Demonstrates effective communication skills for suc- BUS211: Principles of Economics II (3 credits) cess in the business world; BUS203: Intermediate Accounting I (3 credits) Demonstrates the ability to react responsibly to ethi- BUS204: Intermediate Accounting II (3 credits) cal and social situations encountered in the business BUS209: Governmental Accounting (3 credits) world; BUS303: Cost Accounting I (3 credits) Demonstrates the ability to apply critical thinking BUS311: Quantitative Methods (3 credits) skills using qualitative and quantitative data to analyze BUS361: Financial Management (3 credits) business problems and propose solutions. BUS402: Cost Accounting II (3 credits) BUS403: Federal Taxes I (3 credits) Business Administration Major Requirements: BUS404: Federal Taxes II (3 credits) Complete the following 33 credits for the core require- BUS405: Advanced Financial Accounting (3 credits) ments and a concentration below. Only two (2) courses BUS406: Auditing (3 credits) in the core and concentration areas may be taken on BUS407: Accounting Information Systems (3 credits) the P-PM-NC scale. BUS414: Business Law II (3 credits) Business Administration Core BUS103: Principles of Accounting I (3 credits) General Business Concentration Requirements: BUS104: Principles of Accounting II (3 credits) This concentration is designed for students who want a BUS160: Business Ethics (3 credits) broad background in business with diversity of course BUS208: Business Communications (3 credits) offerings, such as those planning to start a small busi- BUS210: Principles of Economics 1 (3 credits) ness or entering a family business after graduation. BUS217: Principles of Management (3 credits) BUS230: Global Business (3 credits) Those students who wish to prepare themselves in the BUS242: Principles of Marketing (3 credits) field of business, but do not want a more concentrated BUS413: Business Law I (3 credits) major, complete the core requirements plus: BUS442: Business Policy (3 credits) BUS361: Financial Management (3 credits) MTH210: Elementary Statistics (3 credits) 12 additional credits with the BUS prefix

45 The marketing concentration is designed for students Management Concentration: who want to prepare for a career in the area of market- This concentration is designed for students who want ing. to prepare for a career in the field of management. In addition to the required core business courses, the In addition to the required core business courses, the student planning this concentration completes the student planning this concentration completes the following 22-24 credits: following 22-24 credits: BUS343: Retail Marketing (3 credits) BUS201: Managerial Cost Accounting (3 credits) BUS346: Consumer Behavior (3 credits) or BUS303: Cost Accounting I (3 credits) BUS348: Advertising (3 credits) BUS311: Quantitative Methods (3 credits) BUS409: Principles of Selling (3 credits) BUS350: Business Presentations (3 credits) BUS434: Marketing Research (3 credits) BUS361: Financial Management (3 credits) Plus three (3) courses from: BUS417: Organizational Behavior (3 credits) BUS211: Principles of Economics 2 (3 credits) Three (3) courses selected from: BUS326: Entrepreneurship (3 credits) BUS211: Principles of Economics II (3 credits) BUS350: Business Presentations (3 credits) BUS326: Entrepreneurship (3 credits) BUS499: Business Internship (1-3 credits) BUS331: Total Quality Management (3 credits) COM230: Visual Literacy (3 credits) BUS334: Labor Relations (3 credits) COM342: Public Relations (3 credits) BUS370: Global Finance (3 credits) COM420: Promotional Strategies and Techniques (3 BUS380: Topics in Contemporary Finance (3 credits) credits) BUS499: Business Internship (1-3 credit) And courses approved by the Business Department. HPM421: Management of Human Performance (3 credits) Compressed Majors And courses approved by the Business Department The compressed business major is offered only in conjunction with a second non-business major. The goal Management Information Systems Concentration is to have a double major that will give the students an Requirements: enriching and more marketable set of communication, There are many job opportunities in information analytical and business skills to compete successfully in processing within the business community. Likewise, a demanding business world. Students who complete many job opportunities in business require a strong compressed majors in Business will earn a Bachelor background in computer science. This concentration of Arts degree. Compressed majors in General Busi- is designed for students who want to combine the two ness, Marketing, Management or Finance may not be areas. combined with one another. Only two courses in a compressed major may be taken P-PM-NC. In addition to the required core business courses, the student planning this concentration must complete the General Business Compressed Major Requirements: following 24 credits: BUS103: Principles of Accounting I (3 credits) CSC160: Object Oriented Programming (3 credits) BUS160: Business Ethics (3 credits) CSC180: Visual Basic I (3 credits) BUS208: Business Communications (3 credits) CSC220: Data Structures (3 credits) BUS210: Principles of Economics I (3 credits) BUS217: Principles of Management (3 credits) CSC250: Computer Organization/Assembler BUS230: Global Business (3 credits) (3 credits) BUS242: Principles of Marketing (3 credits) CSC270: Web Page Development (3 credits) BUS350: Business Presentation (3 credits) CSC360: Computer Networks & Data Com (3 credits) BUS413: Business Law I (3 credits) CSC440: Systems Analysis & Design (3 credits) BUS442: Business Policy (3 credits) BUS201: Managerial Cost Accounting (3 credits) Marketing Compressed Major Requirements: Marketing Concentration Requirements: BUS103: Principles of Accounting I (3 credits)

46 BUS160: Business Ethics (3 credits) Chemistry BUS208: Business Communications (3 credits) BUS230: Global Business (3 credits) The study of chemistry is important for students BUS242: Principles of Marketing (3 credits) pursuing a major in any of the sciences and is vital for BUS346: Consumer Behavior (3 credits) students pursuing a career in the medical fields. BUS348: Advertising (3 credits) BUS350: Business Presentation (3 credits) Chemistry Minor Requirements: BUS413: Business Law I (3 credits) Complete 20 credits, on the A-F scale, with a grade of BUS442: Business Policy (3 credits) C- or better: CHE103: General Chemistry (4 credits) Management Compressed Major Requirements: CHE104: General Chemistry II (4 credits) BUS103: Principles of Accounting I (3 credits) CHE201: Organic Chemistry I (4 credits) BUS160: Business Ethics (3 credits) CHE202: Organic Chemistry II (4 credits) BUS208: Business Communications (3 credits) CHE407: Biochemistry (4 credits) BUS210: Principles of Economics I (3 credits) CHE122 may not be applied to the minor. BUS217: Principles of Management (3 credits) BUS230: Global Business (3 credits) Criminal Justice BUS331: Total Quality Management (3 credits) BUS350: Business Presentation (3 credits) The Criminal Justice major is offered for students who BUS413: Business Law I (3 credits) desire preparation for work in the field of criminal BUS442: Business Policy (3 credits) justice and related areas. The Criminal Justice major recognizes the importance of applying a liberal arts Finance Compressed Major Requirements: education, with its holistic approach and emphasis on BUS103: Principles of Accounting I (3 credits) problem solving and communication skills, to prepare BUS104: Principles of Accounting II (3 credits) students for entry level positions in criminal justice BUS160: Business Ethics (3 credits) agencies. The major will give them the tools for con- BUS208: Business Communications (3 credits) tinuing personal and professional growth to face new BUS216: Financial Well-Being (3 credits) challenges and take advantage of new opportunities in BUS361: Financial Management (3 credits) their field of interest. BUS370: Global Finance (3 credits) BUS380: Topics in Contemporary Finance (3 credits) A Midland Criminal Justice Major: BUS413: Business Law I (3 credits) • Demonstrates thorough knowledge and identifies all BUS442: Business Policy (3 credits) aspects of the American criminal justice system; • Compares and contrasts the system’s origins, history, Business Administration Minor Requirements: and operations; Complete 27 credits including BUS103, BUS104, • Compares and contrasts the social, personal, politi- BUS208, BUS210, BUS217, BUS242, and nine (9) addi- cal, cultural and economic influences, and the values tional credits with the BUS prefix. Only one course in and principles upon which it is based; the minor may be taken P-PM-NC. • Applies a scientific approach to Criminal Justice in evaluating best practices based on empirical information, scientific methodology and evidence-based practice. • Explains the role of discretion and ethics among criminal justice actors; • Evaluates the merits of competing theoretical perspectives used to explain the nature of crime; • Demonstrates an ability to apply criminological theories to specific types of crimes. • Demonstrates preparation and ability to be a competitive candidate for entry to professional level SSC340: Social Science Research Methods (3 credits) employment openings in the field of criminal justice Three (3) elective credits from: and related careers; CJU310: Juvenile Justice (3 credits) • Demonstrates the ability to be a competitive candi- CJU314: Criminal Law (3 credits) date for admission to quality graduate programs or CJU350: Domestic Violence (3 credits) professional schools. CJU355: Organized Crime and Terrorism (3 credits) CJU360: Criminal Procedure (3 credits) Criminal Justice Major Requirements: CJU400: Serial Murder (3 credits) Complete the following 45 credits on the A-F scale CJU440: Seminar in Selected Topics (3 credits) with a grade of C- or better: CJU450: Independent Study (3 credits) CJU205: Survey of Criminal Justice (3 credits) CJU499: Criminal Justice Internship (3 credits max- CJU307: Criminology (3 credits) imum) CJU310: Juvenile Justice (3 credits) BIO192: Forensics (3 credits) CJU323: Police and Society (3 credits) PSY333: Abnormal Psychology (3 credits) CJU337: Corrections (3 credits) CJU426: Advanced Social Research Methods (3 cred- Students may choose to double major in Criminal its) Justice and Sociology as well as Criminal Justice and CJU499: Criminal Justice Internship (3 credits) Human Services. Students who plan to enter graduate SOC130: Principles of Sociology (3 credits) programs should consult with the Criminal Justice SOC220: Minorities and Cultural Diversity (3 credits) faculty for recommended courses. SSC330: Social Science Statistics (3 credits) SSC340: Social Science Research Methods (3 credits) Criminal Justice Minor Requirements: 12 elective credits from: Complete 18 credits of Criminal Justice courses, in- CJU314: Criminal Law (3 credits) cluding CJU205. BIO192 may be taken for the minor. CJU350: Domestic Violence (3 credits) CJU499 cannot be taken to fulfill the minor. CJU355: Organized Crime and Terrorism (3 credits) CJU360: Criminal Procedure (3 credits) Education CJU400: Serial Murder (3 credits) CJU440: Seminar in Selected Topics (3 credits) At Midland, preparation of teachers is philosophical- CJU450: Independent Study (3 credits) ly grounded in the liberal arts and aligned with the CJU499: Criminal Justice Internship (3 credits) University Mission: to learn and lead in the world with SOC212: Introduction to Human Services (3 cred- purpose. The Teacher Education Program mission its) is to prepare educators who demonstrate the knowl- SOC342: Social Inequality (3 credits) edge, skills and dispositions needed to plan and de- BIO192: Forensics (3 credits) liver effective instruction, build a culture of learning, HIS313: US Constitutional History (3 credits) model professionalism, understand their content, and PSY333: Abnormal Psychology (3 credits) support all learners. In order to fulfill our Missions, courses of study include general liberal arts courses, Criminal Justice Compressed Major Requirements: core educational coursework and endorsement spe- Complete the following 30 credits on the A-F scale cific coursework. Students will have field experiences with a grade of C- or better: in many of their beginning courses and throughout CJU205: Survey of Criminal Justice (3 credits) their program. They will have a culminating clinical CJU307: Criminology (3 credits) experience for each field or subject endorsement. Our CJU323: Police and Society (3 credits) program is comprised of five central themes for our CJU337: Corrections (3 credits) student learning outcomes: Builds a Culture of Learn- CJU426: Advanced Social Research Methods (3 cred- ing, Understands Content, Plans and Delivers Effective its) Instruction, Supports All Learners, and Models Profes- SOC130: Principles of Sociology (3 credits) sionalism. SOC220: Minorities and Cultural Diversity (3 credits) SSC330: Social Science Statistics (3 credits) In order to fulfill our Missions, courses of study include general liberal arts courses, core educational with standards and collaboration skills. coursework and endorsement specific coursework. 3. Expecting and motivating students to think Students will have field experiences in many of their critically, creatively and to problem solve using a beginning courses and throughout their program. variety of resources, experiences and perspectives They will have a culminating clinical experience for to enhance understanding and to develop global each field or subject endorsement. awareness. D. Supports ALL Learners… Our program is comprised of five central themes for 1. Setting high expectations, knowing that all stu- our student learning outcomes: Effective Instruction, dents have the capacity to learn. Learning Communities, Professionalism, Content 2. Ensuring that all students have strategies to reach Knowledge, and ALL Students Can Learn. their learning goals 3. Collaborating with families, educators and the A Midland University Teacher Candidate: community to provide the appropriate meaningful A. Builds a Culture of Learning… experiences. 1. Recognizing how a student’s development, self-es- E Models Professionalism… teem, motivation, behavior, and diverse back- 1. Demonstrating responsibility, preparedness, en- grounds and experiences impacts learning. gagement, respect, courtesy, concern, commitment, 2. Demonstrating a variety of strategies including reflection, strong ethical and moral decision-mak- social interactions, building positive relationships ing, readily seeking and accepting feedback, and and fostering collaboration, and managing student shaping positive change. behavior within the school environment. 2. Using effective communication techniques to 3. Creating a classroom community that considers build productive relationships with students, par- and respects individual differences by adapting to ents, colleagues, and the community. meet diverse learning and socialization needs, pro- 3. Continuously seeking opportunities to advance moting positive social interaction, while including their own learning while promoting based on cul- all students in physically and emotionally safe ways. tural, linguistic, and lived experiences. B. Understands Content… 4. Being a passionate advocate for all students and 1. Demonstrating knowledge and understanding of the profession. concepts, skills and principles of the discipline in order to create meaningful teaching and learning For those students pursuing an education major, the experience inclusive of all student backgrounds. four-year guarantee applies to: 2. Utilizing central themes, tools of inquiry and • Completion of one endorsement for Elementary, thinking models to structure and guide the learning Secondary, PK-12, or Special Education process. • One additional supplemental endorsement 3. Including the relevant, academic related vocabu- • Candidates who are accepted into the Education lary to reflect a global perspective. Program before the end of second semester of Soph- 4. Knowing how individual learning progresses in omore year. order to help the struggling or the advanced learner. 5. Aligning teaching with the content standards to The Midland Teacher Education Program is approved promote diverse experiences. by the Nebraska Department of Education. A copy of 6. Providing students with meaningful applications Midland’s current Title II Institutional Report on the and individualized feedback. Quality of Teacher Preparation is available from the C. Plans and Delivers Effective Instruction… Midland Teacher Education Program upon request 1. Using multiple, relevant formal and informal and on the NDE website: https://www.education. methods to assess learner needs and progress and ne.gov/educatorprep/TopPages/TitleIIRpts.html. using assessment data to inform future instruction. 2. Developing and utilizing a variety of instructional Midland complies with Nebraska Department of approaches, student background, tools of inquiry, Education Rule 24 requirements and offers teaching and digital and interactive technologies to engage endorsements in the following field and subject areas students in rich experiences and reflection aligned as well as supplemental endorsements:

49 Field Endorsements mandates and work to inform students of any resulting changes in the program that may be necessary. Business, Marketing & Information 6-12 Technology Starting in the first year, students are encouraged to Elementary K-6 (K-8, plan their course schedules in consultation with their Self-contained advisor and education faculty mentor. Students are only) expected to follow the course sequence carefully and Health and Physical Education PK-12 to consult regularly with their advisor to assure timely Mathematics 6-12 fulfillment of graduation and certification require- Music PK-12 ments. Each education student also has an education Science 7-12 faculty mentor. The student and mentor should meet at least annually to review course planning, career goals, Social Science 7-12 and progress. Special Education Generalist K-12 Admission to and retention within the Midland Uni- Subject Endorsements versity Teacher Education Program is not automatic *Biology 7-12 and is determined by the Midland University Teach- *History 7-12 er Education Committee (TEC). This committee Physical Education PK-12 monitors ongoing eligibility for retention of teacher candidates. Students wishing to appeal a TEC deci- Secondary English 7-12 sion, regarding requirements for program admission, ***Special Education Generalist K-6, 7-12 should file written notification within 10 days of any Vocal Music PK-12 TEC decision, with the Academic Affairs Office of the University. Supplemental Endorsements Coaching 7-12 Program Requirements: **Early Childhood Education PK-Grade 3 Program requirements are described below and are outlined in the Midland University Teacher Educa- ***English as a Second Language PK-12, PK-6, tion Handbook available from the Midland University (ESL) 7-12 Teacher Education Program. As with all Midland Uni- Information Technology PK-12 versity programs, the Teacher Education Program does Theatre 7-12 not discriminate against any individual for reasons of NOTES: age, race, national origin, physical handicap, religion, *Must be accompanied with proper field endorsement or gender. **Must be accompanied with Elementary field endorsement Pre-Candidates: ***Must be accompanied with a field or subject en- 1. Join annually the Student Education Association/ dorsement and will match the level(s) of preparation Nebraska (SEA/N). Pre-candidates are responsible for costs (approximately $40). Teacher certification is not automatic. Upon successful 2. Complete and sign a Professional Fitness statement completion of the approved Teacher Education Pro- addressing required information in the areas of crimi- gram, Midland University graduates are eligible to be nal convictions, moral character, and emotional/men- recommended for initial Nebraska teacher certifica- tal capacity. tion. Since certification requirements can vary in dif- 3. Complete EDU201: Teacher Education Orienta- ferent states, students planning to teach in a state other tion Seminar. Register for the Academic Core Praxis than Nebraska should inquire about specific require- Exams. These should be taken prior to sophomore ments for that state at the corresponding state depart- year. Pre-candidates are responsible for all costs (approx- ment of education. If the State of Nebraska mandates imately $150). changes in teacher education certification, Midland University will move toward compliance with these Requirements for Program Acceptance (More de-

50 tailed information can be found in the Teacher Educa- responsibility of the candidate. tion Program Handbook): 4. Enroll in the MU Chapter of the Student Education 1. Complete EDU190: Topics in Education with a Association of Nebraska (SEA/N) annually. All costs grade of C or better or transfer of its equivalent (also associated with SEA/N membership is the responsibility includes a minimum of 10 hours of field based experi- of the MU Candidate (approximately $40). ence). 5. Abide by all rules and expectations set forth in 2. Achieve and maintain a minimum cumulative grade classes and by the University. The Dean has the right to point average (GPA) of 2.5. remove a student from the program who violates these 3. Classify as a sophomore (credits equal to 28 or rules and expectations. All decisions can be appealed above). to the Vice President of Academic Affairs. 4. Pass EDU201: Teacher Education Orientation Sem- inar. Requirements for Clinical Experience Acceptance: 5. Achieve passing score(s) on the Academic Core 1. Complete all requirements for acceptance to candi- Basic Skills Tests, as required by the Nebraska Depart- dacy two semesters prior to the semester of the clinical ment of Education (NDE). The pre-candidate must experience in the Midland University Teacher Educa- provide Midland University with an official institution- tion Program. al passing score report. 2. Attain the 2.75 cumulative GPA and a 3.0 endorse- 6. Meet with your education mentor. ment coursework GPA with no grade below C in EDU 7. Complete and submit the application for acceptance. and endorsement coursework prior to requesting The application includes a confidential recommenda- placement. tion, verification of membership in SEA/N, an official 3. Complete a minimum of 100 hours of field-based background check, and appropriate signatures. The experience prior to Clinical Experience. MU pre-candidate is responsible for all costs associated 4. Complete all Education methods coursework and at with a background check (approximately $35). least 75% of other endorsement coursework. Excep- 8. Professionally interview and be accepted by the tions will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Teacher Education Committee (TEC). 5. Attend EDU401: Clinical Experience Application 9. For students to qualify for the Four-Year Guaran- Seminar and complete all requirements, including a tee, acceptance must occur no later than the end of background check. All costs associated with this re- second semester of Sophomore year. quirement are the responsibility of the candidate (approximately $35). Requirements for Program Retention of Teacher Candidates: Requirements for Initial Nebraska Teacher Certifica- Once a pre-candidate has been accepted as a “Candi- tion Recommendation: date” into the MU Teacher Education Program, he/ 1. Complete all requirements for the Bachelor’s degree. she enters the next phase of professional preparation. 2. Complete all Midland Teacher Education Program The Candidate builds knowledge, skills, and dispo- requirements and the Nebraska Department of Educa- sitions that help ready the Candidate for senior-level tion requirements as set forth in Rules 20, 21, 23, 24, Clinical Experience. To be retained in the MU Teacher and 27 including competencies in human relations, Education Program, each Candidate must meet these reading and writing, special education, and technolo- requirements: gy. To demonstrate these competencies students must 1. Progress from the minimum 2.50 cumulative grade obtain a grade of C or above in: Human Relations point average (GPA) toward the minimum 2.75 cumu- (EDU220); Reading and Writing (EDU340/341 for el- lative GPA and 3.0 endorsement coursework GPA. ementary and K-12 SPED, EDU381 for secondary and 2. Maintain the physical and mental fitness necessary PK-12); Special Education (EDU296); and Technology for the demands of the P-16 classroom. (EDU204). 3. Written documentation of any and ALL criminal 3. Complete and pass the appropriate Praxis Content convictions and affirmation of no criminal history Area Assessment(s). Costs associated with those tests involving any felony convictions or any misdemeanor are the responsibility of the Candidate (approximately convictions related to abuse, neglect, or sexual miscon- $150). duct. All costs associated with this requirement are the 4. Submit application for initial Nebraska certification

51 and pay required fees by the deadline specified by the EDU294: Language Arts-Elementary and Middle Midland Teacher Certification Officer. Candidates Grades (2 credits) who have not continuously lived in Nebraska for five EDU307: Science Methods-Elementary and Middle years preceding the date of application for certification Grades (3 credits) will be required to complete a criminal history check EDU340: Developmental Reading (3 credits) including a fingerprint requirement. Costs associated EDU341: Diagnostic and Remedial Reading (3 credits) with the process are the responsibility of the Midland EDU388: Social Studies Methods-Elementary and Candidate (approximately $60 for Nebraska residents Middle Grades (3 credits) and approximately $105 for non-residents). EDU393: Mathematics Methods-Elementary and Mid- dle Grades (3 credits) Teacher Education Major Requirements: EDU420: Clinical Experience Elementary (14 credits) Complete the following 25 credits of CORE education courses, required by all Teacher Education majors, on Also, a minimum of thirty-six (36) credits of academ- the A-F scale, with a grade of C or better: ic/content coursework is required. A minimum of EDU190: Topics in Education (3 credits) nine (9) credits is required in English, six (6) credits in EDU201: Teacher Education Orientation Seminar (0 mathematics, seven (7) to eight (8) credits in science, credits) nine (9) credits in social sciences, three (3) credits EDU204: Technology for Teachers (3 credits) in Fine Arts and Humanities, and two (2) credits in EDU220: Multicultural Education (3 credits) Health and Wellness. EDU270: Instructional Design (2 credits) EDU275: Classroom Management (2 credits) Secondary, 6-12 or 7-12 EDU296: Introduction to Special Education (3 credits) For secondary subject and field endorsements, in addi- EDU370: Assessment for Learning (2 credits) tion to the CORE education course requirements, the EDU401: Clinical Experience Application Seminar (0 following Secondary Education coursework (22 cred- credits) its) is required: EDU410: Clinical Experience Seminar (1 credit) EDU260: Introduction to Middle and Secondary PSY200: Psychology of Learning (3 credits) Schools (3 credits) PSY210: Developmental Psychology (3 credits) EDU381: Teaching Reading and Writing in the Con- tent Area (3 credits) Concentration Requirements: EDU409: Secondary Methods (2 credits) In addition, all Teacher Education majors are required EDU430: Clinical Experience Secondary (14 credits) to complete the Professional Education coursework Also, these endorsements have requirements for con- listed below in the field endorsement seeking area, tent courses. Credits vary by endorsement. with all courses graded on the A-F grading scale, and no grade below C. Elementary and Secondary, PK-12 (Health and Physi- cal Education, Music, Physical Education, Vocal Music) Elementary, K-6 (K-8 Self-Contained) For the PK-12 or K-12 subject and field endorsement, In addition to the CORE education course require- in addition to the CORE education course requirements, the following Elementary Education course- ments, the following education coursework (26 credits) work (39 credits) is required: is required: EDU120: Understanding the Math You Teach (3 cred- EDU260: Introduction to Middle and Secondary its) Schools (3 credits) EDU221: Art Methods-Elementary and Middle Grades EDU381: Teaching Reading and Writing in the Con- (1 credit) tent Area (3 credits) EDU235: Music Methods-Elementary and Middle EDU409: Secondary Methods (2 credits) Grades (1 credit) ECE386: Methods for Primary Teaching (3 credits) EDU237: Physical Education Methods-Elementary and ECE386A: Practicum, Methods for Primary Teachers Middle Grades (1 credit) (1 credit) EDU250: Literature for Children & Adolescents (2 EDU436: Clinical Experience, PK-12 (14 credits) credits) Also, these endorsements have requirements for con-

52 tent courses. Credits vary by endorsement. Requirements: this endorsement requires a minimum of 52-55 credits of business, marketing, and informa- Special Education Generalist: K-12 tion technology, with all courses graded on the A-F For this field endorsement, in addition to the CORE scale, with a grade of C or better: education requirements, the following Special Educa- BUS103: Principles of Accounting I (3 credits) tion coursework (a minimum of 71 credits) is required: BUS104: Principles of Accounting II (3 credits) Elementary and Secondary coursework (36-37 credits): BUS208: Business Communications (3 credits) EDU120: Understanding the Math You Teach (3 cred- BUS210: Principles of Economics I (3 credits) its) BUS217: Principles of Management (3 credits) EDU250: Literature for Children and Adolescents (2 BUS230: Global Business (3 credits) credits) BUS242: Principles of Marketing (3 credits) EDU260: Introduction to Middle and Secondary Edu- BUS244: Management Procedures and Information cation (3 credits) Processing (3 credits) EDU294: Language Arts—Elementary and Middle BUS326: Entrepreneurship (3 credits) Grades (2 credits) BUS346: Consumer Behavior (3 credits) EDU340: Developmental Reading (3 credits) or BUS348: Advertising (3 credits) EDU341: Diagnostic and Remedial Reading (3 credits) BUS413: Business Law I (3 credits) ECE386: Methods for Primary Teaching (3 credits) BUS499: Internship (3 credits) As needed ECE386A: Practicum, Methods for Primary Teachers *BUSXXX: Work-Based (3 credits) (1 credit) *course is offered from designated institutions Online EDU393: Mathematics Methods-Elementary and Mid- CSC160: Object Oriented Programming (3 credits) dle Grades (3 credits) CSC240: Special Topics (3 credits) SPD436: Clinical Experience, K-12 (14 credits) CSC270: Web Design (3 credits) CSC499: Internship (3 credits) Special Education Content coursework (35 credits): EDU409: Secondary Methods (2 credits) ESL100: Introduction to ESL (3 credits) EDU409A: Business Methods and Career Technical or ESL150: Cross-Cultural Communication (3 credits) Education (2 credit) SPD233: Methods, Materials and Technology for Spe- cial Ed (4 credits) Health and Physical Education PK-12 Field Endorse- SPD242: Collaboration and Inclusive Learning Envi- ment ronments (4 credits) Requirements: this field endorsement, in addition to SPD247: Early Childhood Special Education (3 credits) the CORE and Elementary and Secondary Education SPD252: Speech Language and Learning Disabilities (3 requirements, the following endorsement coursework credits) (54 credits) is required with all courses graded on the SPD353: Assessment and Behavior Interventions (4 A-F scale, with a grade of C or better: credits) BIO190: Survey of Anatomy and Physiology (4 credits) SPD355: Lifelong Planning for Exceptional Learners (3 BIO207: Normal Nutrition credits) or BIO225: Nutrition in the Community (3 credits) SPD356: K-6 Special Education Practicum (1 credit) EDU320: Health: Materials, Curriculum, and Pro- SPD357: 7-12 Special Education Practicum (1 credit) grams (3 credits) SPD358: Legal Issues and Program Development (3 EDU320A: Practicum in Health Education (1 credit) credits) HPM161: Intro to Human Performance (3 credits) SPD365: Multi-Disciplinary Process and IEP Develop- HPM180: Health and Wellness (2 credits) ment (3 credits) HPM208: Principles of Strength (2 credits) SPD368: Verification of Children with Disabilities (3 HPM210: First Aid, CPR, and AED (2 credits) credits) HPM220: Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries (3 credits) Field Endorsements HPM223: Motor Learning (2 credits) Business, Marketing, & Information Technology 6-12 HPM307: Kinesiology (3 credits) Field Endorsement: HPM311: Sports Nutrition (2 credits)

53 HPM312: Physiology of Exercise (3 credits) MUS201: Fundamentals of Music III (3 credits) HPM360: Methods of Teaching Elementary Physical MUS201A: Aural Skills II (1 credit) Education (3 credits) MUS202: Fundamentals of Music IV (3 credits) HPM361: Methods of Teaching Secondary Physical MUS203: Brass Pedagogy (1 credit) Education (3 credits) MUS204: Woodwinds Pedagogy (1 credit) HPM403: Adapted Physical Education (3 credits) MUS205: Strings Pedagogy (1 credit) HPM406: Assessment in Human Performance (3 cred- MUS206: Percussion Pedagogy (1 credit) its) MUS210: American Musical Experience (3 credits) REL280: Christianity and Human Sexuality (3 credits) MUS245: Methods of Teaching Elementary Music (2 REL285: Disability Theology (3 credits) credits) SSC201: Contemporary Issues in Public Health (3 MUS301: Music in Western Civilization I (2 credits) credits) MUS302: Music in Western Civilization II (2 credits) MUS304: Conducting (2 credits) Mathematics 6-12 Field Endorsement MUS350: Choral Methods-Secondary (2 credits) Requirements: this field endorsement, in addition to MUS351: Secondary Instructional Pedagogy (2 credits) the CORE and Secondary Education requirements, the MUS400: Voice Pedagogy & Diction (1 credit) following endorsement coursework (36-37 credits) is MUS440: Senior Recital (1 credit) required with all courses graded on the A-F scale, with a grade of C or better: Science 7-12 Field Endorsement CSC160: Intro to Object Oriented Programming (3 Requirements: this field endorsement, in addition to credits) the CORE and Secondary Education requirements, MTH210: Elementary Statistic (3 credits) the following endorsement coursework (52 credits) or MTH310: Mathematical Statistics (4 credits) is required, with all courses graded on the A-F scale, MTH220: Calculus I (4 credits) with a grade of C or better. This endorsement requires MTH240: Discrete Structures (3 credits) laboratory-based courses with a minimum of two (2) MTH250: Calculus II (4 credits) laboratory-based courses in each of the four disciplines MTH260: Numerical Analysis (3 credits) (biology, chemistry, Earth and space, and physics.) MTH300: Number Theory (3 credits) BIO125: General Biology I (4 credits) MTH340: Linear Algebra (3 credits) BIO126: General Biology II (4 credits) MTH350: Multivariable Calculus (4 credits) BIO204: Anatomy and Physiology I (4 credits) MTH360: College Geometry (3 credits) or BIO190: Survey of Human Anatomy and Physiolo- MTH440: Abstract Algebra (3 credits) gy (4 credits) BIO300: Ecology and Field Biology (4 credits) Music PK-12 Field Endorsement Choose 8 credits from the following: Requirements: this field endorsement, in addition to BIO106: General Zoology (4 credits) the CORE and Elementary and Secondary Education or BIO308: General Botany (4 credits) requirements, the following endorsement coursework BIO215: Microbiology (4 credits) (59 credits) is required, with all courses graded on the BIO305: Genetics (4 credits) A-F scale, with a grade of C or better: The following are required: MUS011: Voice (5 credits) CHE103: General Chemistry I (4 credits) or MUS041-044 Instrumental (5 credits) CHE104: General Chemistry II (4 credits) MUS012: Applied Voice (2 credits) CHE201: Organic Chemistry I (4 credits) or MUS045 -048 Applied Instrumental (2 credits) ESC101: Physical Geology (4 credits) MUS072: Band (7 credits) PHY151: General Physics I (4 credits) MUS084: Choir (7 credits) PHY152: General Physics II (4 credits) MUS099: Piano Proficiency Class (1 credit) PHY121: Descriptive Astronomy (4 credits) MUS101: Fundamentals of Music I (3 credits) or PHY122: Selected Topics in Astronomy (4 credits) MUS102: Fundamentals of Music II (3 credits) MUS102A: Aural Skills I (1 credit) Social Science 7-12 Field Endorsement MUS181: Topics in Music: World Music (2 credits) Requirements: this field endorsement, in addition to

54 the CORE and Secondary Education requirements, with the Science, Field Endorsement. Twenty-four the following endorsement coursework (60 credits) is credits must be in biology specific courses with 16 required, with all courses graded on the A-F scale, with credits in lab-based courses in three natural science a grade of C or better. A Social Sciences endorsement areas (40 credits total.) All courses are graded on the must include coursework in Economics, Geography, A-F scale, with a grade of C or better: History, Political Science, Psychology and Sociology. BIO125: General Biology I (4 credits) BUS210: Principles of Economics I (3 credits) BIO126: General Biology II (4 credits) BUS211: Principles of Economics II (3 credits) BIO190: Survey of Human Anatomy and Physiology (4 ESC123: Principles of Geography (3 credits) credits) ESC126: Human Geography (3 credits) BIO215: Microbiology (4 credits) PSY200: Psychology of Learning (3 credits) BIO300: Ecology and Field Biology (4 credits) PSY210: Developmental Psychology (3 credits) or BIO308: General Botany (4 credits) SOC130: Principles of Sociology (3 credits) BIO305: Genetics (4 credits) HIS111: United States History to 1877 (3 credits) CHE103: General Chemistry I (4 credits) HIS112: United States History since 1877 (3 credits) CHE104: General Chemistry II (4 credits) HIS153: World Civilizations I (3 credits) ESC101: Physical Geology (4 credits) HIS154: World Civilizations II (3 credits) PHY151: General Physics I (4 credits) POL112: Introduction to Political Science (3 credits) POL113: American Government (3 credits) History 7-12 Subject Endorsement HIS/POL221: Current Topics (3 credits) Requirements: this endorsement must be accompa- HIS241: Great Plains History (3 credits) nied with the Social Science, Field Endorsement. This or HIS421:Seminar: New Deal Era (3 credits) endorsement requires 42 credits, 36 in history and 6 HIS340: Historical Research and Writing (3 credits) additional credits in the social sciences. All course are Choose one from the following: graded on the A-F scale, with a grade of C or better: HIS420: Selected Topics (3 credits) HIS111: United States History to 1877 (3 credits) HIS422: Seminar: American Exceptionalism (3 HIS112: United States History since 1877 (3 credits) credits) HIS153: World Civilizations I (3 credits) HIS423: Seminar: From Empires to Nations - Eu- HIS154: World Civilizations II (3 credits) rope (3 credits) POL112: Introduction to Political Science (3 credits) HIS424: Seminar: Decolonization (3 credits) POL113: Federal Government (3 credits) Choose one from the following: HIS241: Great Plains History (3 credits) HIS311: America and the World (3 credits) or HIS421: Seminar: New Deal Era (3 credits) HIS313: US Constitutional History (3 credits) HIS331: Political Philosophy I (3 credits) HIS331: Political Philosophy I (3 credits) or HIS332 Political Philosophy II (3 credits) HIS332: Political Philosophy II (3 credits) HIS340: Historical Research and Writing (3 credits) Choose one from the following: Choose 1 of the following: SOC220: Minorities and Cultural Diversity (3 cred- HIS420: Selected Topics (3 credits) its) HIS422: Seminar: American Exceptionalism (3 SOC230: Sociology of Sports (3 credits) credits) SOC300: Marriage and the Family (3 credits) HIS423: Seminar: From Empires to Nations (3 cred- SOC342: Social Inequality (3 credits) its) SOC370: Sociology of Addictions (3 credits) HIS424: Seminar: Decolonization (3 credits) SOC390: Gender and Society (3 credits) Choose 2 of the following: SOC414: Social Change HIS221/POL221: Special Topics (3 credits) Choose one more (3 credit) social science course with HIS240: Women in America (3 credits) prefix of: ESC, HIS, PSY, SOC, or SSC HIS311: America and the World (3 credits) HIS313: US Constitutional History (3 credits) Subject Endorsements HIS498: Thesis (3 credits) Biology 7-12 Subject Endorsement PSY200: Psychology of Learning (3 credits) Requirements: this endorsement must be accompanied PSY210: Developmental Psychology (3 credits)

55 or ENG240: Wordsmiths (3 credits) Physical Education PK-12 Subject Endorsement ENG237: World Voices (3credits) Requirements: this endorsement requires 43 credits of ENG315: British Literature I (3 credits) course work with all courses graded on the A-F scale, OR ENG350: Shakespeare (3 credits) and a grade of C or better. ENG316: British Literature II (3 credits) BIO190: Survey of Human Anatomy and Physiology (4 ENG355: Linguistics (3 credits) credits) ENG380: Literary Criticism (3 credits) HPM161: Intro to Human Performance (3 credits) ENG460: Senior Essay (1 credit) HPM180: Health and Wellness (2 credits) HPM208: Principles of Strength and Conditioning (2 Special Education K-6 Subject Endorsement credits) Requirements: this endorsement is offered only in HPM210: First Aid, CPR and AED (2 hours) combination with the Elementary, K-6 endorsement HPM223: Motor Learning (2 credits) and includes an additional 31 credits in special educa- HPM307: Kinesiology (3 credits) tion content coursework: HPM311: Sports Nutrition (2 credits) ESL150: Cross-Cultural Communications (3 credits) HPM312: Physiology of Exercise (3 credits) SPD233: Methods, Materials and Technology for Spe- HPM360: Methods of Teaching Elementary Physical cial Education (4 credits) Education (3 credits) SPD242: Collaboration and Inclusive Learning Envi- HPM361: Methods of Teaching Secondary Physical ronments (4 credits) Education (3 credits) SPD247: Early Childhood Special Education (3 credits) HPM403: Adapted Physical Education (3 credits) SPD252: Speech Language and Learning Disabilities (3 HPM406: Assessment of Human Performance (3 cred- credits) its) SPD353: Assessment and Behavior Interventions (4 HPM430: Ethics & Law in Human Performance (2 credits) credits) SPD354: Elementary K-6 Practicum (1 credit) Choose six (6) Activity credits from the following: SPD358: Legal Issues and Program Development (3 HPM110: Social Dance (1 credit) - Required credits) HPM112: Dance Exercise (1 credit) SPD365: Multi-Disciplinary Process and IEP Develop- HPM115: Outdoor Leisure Activities (1 credit) ment (3 credits) HPM130: Beginning Swimming (1 credit) SPD368: Verification of Children with Disabilities (3 HPM131: Social Recreation Activities (1 credit) credits) HPM140: Lifetime Fitness (1 credit) - Required HPM142: Lifeguard Training (1 credit) Special Education 7-12 Subject Endorsement HPM150: Racquet Sports (1 credit) Requirements: this endorsement is offered only in HPM160: Intermediate Swimming (1 credit) combination with a secondary field or subject endorse- HPM190: Lifetime Sports (1 credit) ment and includes an additional 31 credits in special Any intercollegiate athletic participation (1 credit) education content coursework: ESL150: Cross-Cultural Communications (3 credits) Secondary English 7-12 Subject Endorsement SPD233: Methods, Materials and Technology in Spe- Requirements: this endorsement requires a mini- cial Education (4 credits) mum of 37 credits in writing, language, and literature SPD242: Collaboration and Inclusive Learning Envi- coursework including EDU381 (3 credits), with all ronments (4 credits) courses graded on the A-F scale, with a grade of C or SPD252: Speech Language and Learning Disabilities (3 better: credits) ENG110: Introduction to Literature (3 credits) SPD353: Assessment and Behavior Interventions (4 ENG203: American Literature I (3 credits) credits) ENG204: American Literature II (3 credits) SPD355: Lifelong Planning for Exceptional Learners (3 ENG205: Adolescent Literature (3 credits) credits) ENG220: Advanced Writing (3 credits) SPD357: 7-12 Practicum (1 credit) ENG230: Introduction to Creative Writing (3 credits) SPD358: Legal Issues and Program Development (3

56 credits) ECE386A: Methods for Primary Teaching Practicum SPD365: Multidisciplinary Process and IEP Develop- (1 credit) ment (3 credits) SPD368: Verification of Children with Disabilities (3 Coaching, 7-12 Supplemental Endorsement credits) This endorsement must accompany a field and/or subject endorsement and requires 13 credits of the follow- Vocal Music PK-12 Subject Endorsement ing coursework: Requirements: this endorsement requires 46 credits of HPM162: Foundations of Coaching (2 credits) music coursework with all courses graded on the A-F HPM210: First Aid, CPR, AED (2 credits) scale, with a grade of C or better: HPM220: Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries (3 MUS011: Voice (5 credits) credits) MUS012: Applied Voice (2 credits) HPM200-222: Theory coursework - select three (3) MUS084: Choir (7 credits) courses for a total of six (6) credits. *Note, only one MUS099: Piano Proficiency Class (1 credit) officiating course will count toward the three courses, MUS101: Fundamentals of Music I (3 credits) HPM215 or HPM216. MUS102: Fundamentals of Music II (3 credits) MUS102A: Aural Skills I (1 credit) English as a Second Language (ESL), PK-12, PK-6, 7-12 MUS181: Topics in Music: World Music (2 credits) Supplemental Endorsement MUS201: Fundamentals of Music III (3 credits) This endorsement requires 15 credits of the following MUS201A: Aural Skills II (1 credit) coursework and the grade levels of certification must MUS202: Fundamentals of Music IV (3 credits) match the level of the field and/or subject endorse- MUS210: American Musical Experience (3 credits) ment(s) earning. MUS245: Methods of Teaching Elementary Music (2 ESL100: Introduction to ESL(3 credits) credits) ESL150: Cross-Cultural Communications (3 credits) MUS301: Music in Western Civilization I (2 credits) EDU381: Teaching Reading/Writing in the Content MUS302: Music in Western Civilization II (2 credits) Areas (3 credits) MUS304: Conducting (2 credits) or ESL355: Linguistics for ESL (3 credits) MUS350: Choral Methods-Secondary (2 credits) ESL300: Methods, Assessment, and Evaluation of ESL MUS400: Voice Pedagogy & Diction (1 credit) (4 credits) MUS440: Senior Recital (1 credit) ESL498: ESL Practicum (2 credits)

Supplemental Endorsements Information Technology, PK-12 Supplemental Endorse- The following endorsements are offered only in combi- ment nation with a field or subject endorsement. All courses This endorsement requires 16 credits of the following must be graded on the A-F scale, with a grade of C or coursework. better. CSC160: Object Oriented Programming (3 credits) CSC350: Operating Systems (3 credits) Early Childhood, PK-3 Supplemental Endorsement CSC360: Computer Networks & Data Communica- This supplemental endorsement is offered only in tions (3 credits) combination with Elementary K-6-8. In addition to the CSC440: Systems Analysis and Design (3 credits) Elementary concentration there are 18 required credits CSC499: Internship (3 credits) to complete: EDU499: Practicum (1 credit) ECE155: Child, Family and Community (2 credits) ECE247: Early Childhood Special Education (3 credits) Theatre, 7-12 Supplemental Endorsement ECE255: Introduction to Early Childhood Education This endorsement requires 19 credits of the following (3 credits) coursework. ECE257: Preschool Methods (3 credits) THE100: Introduction to Theater (3 credits) ECE257A: Preschool Methods Practicum (1 credit) THE111: Theater Technology 1 (3 credits) ECE376: Early Childhood Assessment (2 credits) THE115: Costume and Makeup Design (3 credits) ECE386: Methods for Primary Teaching (3 credits) THE202: Fundamentals of Acting (3 credits)

57 THE290: Directing 1 (3 credits) and Middle Grades (1 credit) THE310: Theater History 1 (3 credits) • EDU250: Literature for Children (2 credits) THE394: Secondary Methods of Teaching Speech and • ESL100: Introduction to ESL (3 credits) Theatre (1 credits) • ESL150: Cross Cultural Communications (3 credits) • EDU120: Understanding the Math You Teach (3 Para-To-Teacher Program credits) Midland recognizes that a critical pipeline for qual- • EDU121: Understanding the Science You Teach (3 ity teachers can be the para-educator serving in our credits) school classrooms. Midland has developed a program Year 2 Summer that provides the opportunity for paras to complete • ESL355: Linguistics for ESL (3 credits) the required coursework to meet the requirements of • ESL300: Methods, Assessment and Evaluation of Nebraska Teacher Certification for endorsements in ESL (4 credits) Elementary Education and English as a Second Lan- • ESL498: ESL Practicum (2 credits) guage, K-6 or Elementary Education and Early Child- Year 2 First Semester hood, PK-3 Supplemental Endorsement. • EDU307: Science Methods-Elementary and Middle Grades (3 credits) To be accepted into this program, the para must be • EDU393: Math Methods-Elementary and Middle currently employed as a para in the Omaha Public Grades (3 credits) Schools, be selected by the district, successfully com- • EDU340: Developmental Reading (3 credits) pleted the required general education requirements, • EDU341: Diagnostic Reading (3 credits) and passed the Praxis Academic Core Exams. The • EDU388: Social Studies Methods-Elementary and student learning outcomes, courses and major assess- Middle Grades (3 credits) ments are aligned with the undergraduate program. • EDU294: Language Arts Methods-Elementary and The courses are blocked and major concepts integrat- Middle Grades (2 credits) ed. The work of the para-educator, in the classroom, Year 2 Second Semester helps in fulfilling the field-based experience require- • EDU420: Clinical Experience (14 credits) ments and provides a strong basis for application, • EDU410: Clinical Experience Seminar (1 credit) reflection and continuous improvement. For cohorts with Elementary Education and Early For cohorts with Elementary Education and ESL en- Childhood endorsement, the courses required are as dorsement, the courses required are as follows: follows: Year 1 Summer Year 1 Summer • EDU190: Topics in Education (3 credits) • EDU190: Topics in Education (3 credits) • EDU199: Child Growth and Development (4 • EDU199: Child Growth and Development (4 credits) [Replaces the requirement of PSY200 and credits) [Replaces the requirement of PSY200 and PSY210] PSY210] Year 1 First Semester Year 1 First Semester • EDU204: Technology for Teachers (3 credits) • ECE155: Child-Family-Community (2 credits) • EDU220: Multicultural Education (3 credits) • EDU204: Technology for Teachers (3 credits) • EDU296: Introduction to Special Education (3 cred- • EDU220: Multicultural Education (3 credits) its) • EDU221: Art Methods-Elementary and Middle • EDU270: Instructional Design (2 credits) Grades (1 credit) • EDU370: Assessment for Learning (2 credits) • EDU296: Introduction to Special Education (3 cred- • EDU275: Classroom Management (2 credits) its) Year 1 Second Semester • EDU270: Instructional Design (2 credits) • EDU221: Art Methods-Elementary and Middle • EDU370: Assessment for Learning (2 credits) Grades (1 credit) • EDU275: Classroom Management (2 credits) • EDU235: Music Methods-Elementary and Middle Year 1 Second Semester Grades (1 credit) • ECE247: Early Childhood Special Education (3 • EDU237: Physical Education Methods-Elementary credits)

58 • ECE255: Introduction to Early Childhood Educa- using proper literary terms. tion (3 credits) 2. Analyze the power of language as it manipulates and • ECE376: Early Childhood Assessment (2 credits) shapes reality through the aesthetic forms over time. • EDU235: Music Methods-Elementary and Middle 3. Recognizes and applies literary and rhetorical devic- Grades (1 credit) es appropriate to the audience. • EDU237: Physical Education Methods-Elementary 4. Apply literary critical theory, apply literary criticism, and Middle Grades (1 credit) and address literary history. • EDU250: Literature for Children (2 credits) 5. Construct works of literary criticism. • EDU120: Understanding the Math You Teach (3 6. Examine similarities and differences among genres credits) and compose using different genres. • EDU121: Understanding the Science You Teach (3 English Courses have as additional goals: credits) • Apply critical theory and literary criticism; Year 2 Summer • Evaluate language structure in literary and critical • ECE257: Preschool Methods (3 credits) texts; • ECE257A: Preschool Methods Practicum (1 credit) • Design a serious work of literary criticism; • ECE386: Primary Methods (3 credits) • Identify similarities and differences among genres; • ECE386A: Primary Methods Practicum (1 credit) • Interpret literary figures of speech; Year 2 First Semester • Write in a variety of genres. • EDU307: Science Methods-Elementary and Middle Grades (3 credits) English Major Requirements: • EDU393: Math Methods-Elementary and Middle This major is intended to prepare the student to enter a Grades (3 credits) graduate English program. • EDU340: Developmental Reading (3 credits) Complete 36 credits on the A-F scale with a grade of • EDU341: Diagnostic Reading (3 credits) C- or better: • EDU388: Social Studies Methods-Elementary and ENG110: Introduction to Literature (3 credits) Middle Grades (3 credits) ENG203: American Literature I (3 credits)* • EDU294: Language Arts Methods-Elementary and ENG204: American Literature II (3 credits)* Middle Grades (2 credits) ENG220: Advanced Writing (3 credits) Year 2 Second Semester ENG315: British Literature I (3 credits)* • EDU420: Clinical Experience (14 credits) ENG316: British Literature II (3 credits)* • EDU410: Clinical Experience Seminar (1 credit) ENG350: Shakespeare (3 credits) ENG355: Linguistics (3 credits) ENG380: Literary Criticism (3 credits) ENG460: Senior Thesis (3 credits) Three (3) credits of creative writing selected from the English following: ENG230: Introduction to Creative Writing (3 cred- The English Department serves the Midland Universi- its) ty mission through offering a wide variety of language ENG234: Creative Nonfiction (3 credits) and literature courses, which enhance human under- ENG240: Wordsmiths (3 credits) standing, aesthetic sensitivity, and intellectual develop- Three (3) credits of English electives ment. The program also serves the Midland University *Students may substitute ENG237: World Voices for mission by providing a rigorous major for the future ENG203, 204, 315, or 316. teacher, graduate student, and/or liberal arts student. English Compressed Major Requirements: Objectives of the Major The Compressed Major is a briefer English Major with All Midland English majors will be able to: a large number of electives, making it suitable to pair 1. Analyze a wide variety of literary works, encompass- with almost any other major. This major is an invita- ing the analytical skills of placing a work in context, tion to the student interested in studying English as a understanding literary forms, reading closely, and second major. The classes to be taken are largely of the

59 student’s own choosing and thus serve the more specif- A Midland History Major: ic interests of the student. This major is not intended to • Engages in historical inquiry, research, and analysis; prepare the student to enter a graduate English pro- • Crafts historical narrative and argument; gram. • Identifies the complex nature of the historical record; Complete 30 credits on the A-F scale with a grade of • Applies historical thinking as central to engaged C- or better: citizenship; ENG220: Advanced Writing • Develops written and oral communication skills to ENG380: Literary Criticism succeed in graduate study and professional careers. 24 additional credits with the ENG prefix (excluding ENG111, ENG112, and ENG120). History Major Requirements: Nine (9) credits must be taken at the 300-level or above Complete the following 39 credits graded on the A-F scale, with a grade of C- or better: English Minor Requirements: HIS111: United States History to 1877 (3 credits) Complete 18 credit hours on the A-F scale with a grade HIS112: United States History since 1877 (3 credits) of C- or better from the ENG course listing (exclud- POL113: American Government (3 credits) ing ENG111, ENG112, and ENG120). At least two (2) HIS153: World Civilizations I (3 credits) courses must be at the 300-level or above. HIS154: World Civilizations II (3 credits) HIS240: Women in America (3 credits) Writing Minor Requirements: HIS241: Great Plains History (3 credits) The minor in Writing is an interdisciplinary program HIS340: Historical Research and Writing (3 credits) designed for students contemplating careers empha- Seminar Series (one of the following is required): sizing writing and/or the teaching of writing or who HIS421: Seminar - New Deal Era (3 credits) merely wish to enhance their written communications HIS422: Seminar - American Exceptionalism (3 skills. credits) Complete 15 credits on the A-F scale with a grade of HIS423: Seminar - From Empires to Nations – Eu- C- or better: rope (3 credits) ENG220: Advanced Writing HIS424: Seminar - Decolonization (3 credits) ENG460: Senior Thesis HIS 498: Thesis (3 credits) Nine (9) credits from: or HIS 499: Internship (3 credits) BUS208: Business Communications (3 credits) Nine (9) credits from the remaining 300- or 400-level COM121: Writing for Media (3 credits) HIS course offerings ENG230: Introduction to Creative Writing (3 credits) History Compressed Major ENG234: Creative Non-Fiction (3 credits) The compressed History major is intended for all in- ENG240: Wordsmiths (3 credits) terested in the world around them and how the history ENG355: Linguistics (3 credits) of the world has developed. The intent is to provide HIS340: Historical Research and Writing (3 credits) a solid basis of historical understanding along with the freedom to explore personal interests. For those History and Politics considering a graduate program in History, it is recommended that students take the full major and relevant The History program provides a variety of political, courses outside the department. Consult with an advi- social, and cultural frameworks that encompass the sor on the best program. events of United States, European and non-western history. Majors explore the nature of historical devel- History Compressed Major Requirements: opments within required history courses and develop Complete the following 30 credits on the A-F scale, their own interests by selecting from a number of elec- with a grade of C- or better, including: tive support courses. Students also may pursue a minor HIS111: United States History to 1877 (3 credits) in either history or politics. HIS112: United States History since 1877 (3 credits) POL113: American Government (3 credits)

60 HIS153: World Civilizations I (3 credits) Human Performance HIS154: World Civilizations II (3 credits) HIS340: Historical Research and Writing The Human Performance major of Midland University Seminar Series (one of the following is required): allows students to identify the relationships of mind, HIS421: Seminar-New Deal Era (3 credits) body, and spirit in the holistic health and well-being of HIS422: Seminar-American Exceptionalism (3 the individual and to provide students with opportu- credits) nities to develop basic knowledge, understanding, and HIS423: Seminar-From Empires to Nations-Europe skills necessary for careers in exercise science, athlet- (3 credits) ic training, sports marketing and management, and HIS424: Seminar-Decolonization (3 credits) strength and conditioning. Nine (9) credits from the remaining 300- or 400-level HIS course offerings A Midland Human Performance Major Demon- strates: History Minor Requirements: • KNOWLEDGE Complete 18 credits in History, with at least half of 1. Explain key concepts these credits completed in the upper division (300- or 2. Application of skills related to the students profes- 400-level) courses. All courses must be graded on the sion A-F scale and a grade of C- or better is required in 3. Analyze performance of themselves as well of History courses for minors. others • RESPONSIBILITY Politics Minor Requirements: 1. Distinguish between appropriate and inappropri- Politics minors must complete the following 18 credits, ate professional behaviors graded on the A-F scale, with a grade of C- or better: 2. Practice effective professionalism, ethics and POL112: Introduction to Political Science (3 credits) responsibility POL113: American Government (3 credits) 3. Model appropriate behaviors of professionalism, POL331: Political Philosophy I (3 credits) ethics and responsibility or POL 332: Political Philosophy II (3 credits) • LEADERSHIP & TEAMWORK Seminar Series (one of the following is required): 1. Identify qualities of leadership and teamwork POL421: Seminar-New Deal Era (3 credits) 2. Self assessment of strengths and leadership quali- POL422: Seminar-American Exceptionalism (3 ties credits) 3. Assessment of others to improve outcomes of the POL423: Seminar-From Empires to Nations – Eu- team rope (3 credits) POL424: Seminar - Decolonization (3 credits) Human Performance Major Requirements: SSC340: Social Research Methods (3 credits) Complete the following 24 Core credits, graded on the Three (3) credits from the remaining POL course offer- A-F scale, with a grade of C- or better: ings BIO190: Survey of Anatomy & Physiology (4 credits) {Strength and Conditioning & Sports Management and Marketing} or BIO204: Anatomy & Physiology I (4 credits){Ath- letic Training and Exercise Science concentrations} HPM161: Intro to Human Performance (3 credits) HPM180: Health & Wellness (2 credits) HPM208: Principles of Strength & Conditioning (2 credits) HPM210: First Aid, CPR & AED (2 credits) HPM307: Kinesiology (3 credits) HPM311: Sports Nutrition (2 credits) HPM312: Physiology of Exercise (3 credits) HPM406: Assessment of Human Performance (3 cred-

61 its) The objectives of a Human Performance major with a concentration in Exercise Science include: In addition to the Core requirements, the Human Per- • Prepare the student with the proper course require- formance major must also complete one of the follow- ments for admission into a Master’s degree program ing concentrations. in Physical Therapy or Exercise Science;

Athletic Training Concentration Requirements: In addition to the required Human Performance core The concentration prepares students for entrance into requirements, the Exercise Science Concentration a CAATE-accredited entry level graduate athletic requires 48 credits, on the A-F scale, with a grade of C- training program. Admission requirements for the or better, including: continued program of choice should be checked and BIO125: General Biology I (4 credits) fulfilled for acceptance into the graduate/professional BIO126: General Biology II (4 credits) program. BIO205: Anatomy & Physiology II (4 credits) CHE103: General Chemistry I (4 credits) The objectives of the Human Performance major with CHE104: General Chemistry II (4 credits) a concentration in Athletic Training include: HPM220: Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries (3 • Prepare students to meet all necessary criteria for credits) admittance into the Midland University Master of HPM223: Motor Learning (2 credits) Athletic Training (MAT) program by the end of HPM299/399/499: Internship (6 credits total) their junior year. MTH210: Elementary Statistics (3 credits) PHY151: General Physics I (4 credits) In addition to the required Human Performance core PHY152: General Physics II (4 credits) requirements, the Athletic Training concentration PSY120: Fundamentals of Psychology (3 credits) requires 30 credits, on the A-F scale, with a grade of C- PSY210: Developmental Psychology (3 credits) or better, including: BIO103: Principles of Biology (4 credits) Sports Management and Marketing Concentration BIO205: Anatomy & Physiology II (4 credits) Requirements: CHE122: Chemistry for Health Sciences (4 credits) This concentration provides students course work to HPM100: Introduction to Athletic Training (1 credit) prepare for management and marketing tasks that exist HPM220: Care & Prevention of Athletic Injuries (3 within the sports realm. This concentration prepares credits) students for careers that exist within high school and HPM223: Motor Learning (2 credits) collegiate athletic departments related to the finances, HPM225: Movement (2 credits) budgeting, and the promotion of those programs. It HPM299/399/499: Internship (6 credits total) could also potentially lead to entry-level opportunities MTH210: Elementary Statistics (3 credits) within college and professional sports organizations PHY151: Physics I (4 credits) related to the management and marketing of their athletic programs. Pre-Professional Exercise Science Concentration The objectives of a Human Performance major with Requirements: a concentration in Sports Marketing Management This concentration prepares students for careers in include: wellness programs, rehabilitation programs, clinical • Students will understand the role that business research or entrance into professional allied health knowledge plays in realm of high school, collegiate, programs in physical therapy, physician assistant, car- and professional sports; diac rehabilitation, physical therapy assistant, occupa- • Students will understand how financial practices are tional therapy, or chiropractic medicine. Admission connected to athletics and athletic organizations; requirements for the continued program of choice • Students will learn basic management and market- should be checked and fulfilled for acceptance into the ing techniques for creating financial strength for graduate/professional program. Recommended minors athletic based organizations; are Chemistry or Biology. • Students will understand budgeting processes for athletic organizations;

62 • Students will understand the importance of finan- end of their sophomore year. cial security for athletic organizations as well as • Students achieve their Functional Movement how financial security impacts the success of those Screen Certification (FMS) by the end of their organizations; sophomore year. • Students will gain hands on experience in marketing • Students achieve their Certified Strength and and promotion of athletic events; Conditioning Specialist Certification (CSCS) in • Students will learn the fundamentals of managing the final semester of their senior year. and marketing a sports related business. Course content covers all of the following domains: In addition to the required Human Performance Core • Client Consultation/Fitness Assessment requirements, the Sports Marketing Management Con- • Exercise Implementation and Programming centration requires 32 credits, on the A-F scale, with a • Legal, Professional, Business, and Marketing in grade of C- or better, including: Fitness BUS103: Principles of Accounting I (3 credits) • Client Education & Professional Development BUS104: Principles of Accounting II (3 credits) • Exercise Science BUS210: Principles of Economics (3 credits) BUS217: Principles in Management (3 credits) In addition to the required Human Performance core BUS242: Principles of Marketing (3 credits) requirements, the Strength and Conditioning concen- BUS244: Management Procedures and Information tration requires 37 credits, on the A-F scale, with a Processing (3 credits) grade of C- or better, including: BUS361: Financial Management (3 credits) BUS103: Principles of Accounting (3 credits) HPM421: Management of Human Performance (3 BUS242: Principles of Marketing (3 credits) credits) BUS361: Financial Management (3 credits) HPM430: Ethics & Law in Human Performance (2 HPM140: Lifetime Fitness (1 credit) credits) HPM112: Dance Exercise (1 credit) HPM299/399/499: Internship (6 credits total) HPM223: Motor Learning (2 credits) HPM225: Human Movement Patterns and Screening Strength and Conditioning Concentration Require- (2 credits) ments: HPM323: Advanced Strength and Conditioning (2 The Strength and Conditioning concentration prepares credits) students for possible careers as a certified personal HPM421: Management of Human Performance (3 trainer or strength coach. This concentration also pre- credits) pares students for postgraduate study in strength and HPM430: Ethics and Law in Human Performance (2 conditioning. credits) HPM299/399/499 –Internship (6 credits total) The objectives of the Human Performance major with MTH210: Elementary Statistics (3 credits) a concentration in Strength and Conditioning include: PSY120: Fund of Psychology (3 credits) • Provide students course content and certifications PSY200: Psychology of Learning (3 credits) needed that, upon graduation, can attain entry-level positions to coach and educate individuals and Coaching Minor: groups towards achieving their health and fitness The minor is for non-Education majors. 13 credits, goals. These include the following: graded on the A-F basis with no grade below a C-, • Strength Training including HPM162, HPM210, HPM220 and six (6) • Cardiovascular Training credits of electives from HPM200, HPM201, HPM202, • Athletic Development and Performance HPM203, HPM205, HPM206, or HPM222. • Total Health Objectives • Certifications • Students achieve their Certified Personal Train- er Certification from the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA-CPT) by the

63 Human Services Pick one concentration: The Human Services major is offered by the Psychol- Early Childhood Concentration ogy and Sociology departments for students who ECE155: Child, Family and Community (2 credits) desire study in the areas of psychology and sociology ECE247: Early Childhood Special Education (3 credits) in preparation for work in the human services field. In ECE255: Introduction to Early Childhood Education addition to classroom study, students have the oppor- (3 credits) tunity through internships to gain job-relevant skills, ECE257: Preschool Methods (3 credits) knowledge of the field, and clinical experiences while ECE257A: Preschool Methods Practicum (1 credit) working with local human services agencies such as SOC245: Sociology of Childhood & Adolescence (3 Lutheran Family Services, The Bridge, Head Start, De- credits) partment of Health and Human Services, and the Ma- SOC300: Marriage and Family (3 credits) sonic Eastern Star Home for Children, among others. PSY200: Psychology of Learning (3 credits)

A Midland Human Services Major: Social Science Concentration • Describes key concepts, principles, and applications SOC220: Minorities and Cultural Diversity (3 credits) in the areas of human behavior, human develop- PSY370: Introduction to Counseling (3 credits) ment, social & cultural issues, social problems, and 15 credits from: ethics in helping relationships. SOC245: Sociology of Childhood & Adolescence (3 • Applies the scientific method and ethical principles credits) to the study of human behavior: integrates previous SOC300: Marriage and Family (3 credits) empirical literature, designs, conducts, and inter- SOC342: Social Inequality (3 credits) prets social science research. SOC370: Sociology of Addictions (3 credits) • Demonstrates information literacy using scientific SOC414: Social Change (3 credits) reasoning to interpret and evaluate social scientific SSC302: Social Aspects of Aging (3 credits) phenomenon. PSY200: Psychology of Learning (3 credits) • Demonstrates effective writing, presentation, and PSY314: Social Psychology (3 credits) communication skills for different purposes. PSY333: Abnormal Psychology (3 credits) • Is a competitive candidate for entry-level work in the field and/or admission to graduate school. Community Health Concentration SSC201: Contemporary Issues in Public Health (3 Human Services Major Requirements: credits) The Human Services major or minor may not be com- HPM180: Health & Wellness (2 credits) bined with a major or minor in Psychology or Sociolo- BIO204: Anatomy and Physiology I (4 credits) gy. Complete the following 45-46 credits graded on the BIO205: Anatomy and Physiology II (4 credits) A-F scale, with a grade of C- or better: BIO207: Normal Nutrition (3 credits) BUS242: Principles of Marketing (3 credits) Human Services Core: SOC342: Social Inequality (3 credits) SOC212: Introduction to Human Services (3 credits) PSY210: Developmental Psychology (3 credits) Human Services Minor Requirements: PSY120: Fundamentals of Psychology (3 credits) or Complete 21 credits on the A-F scale, including SOC130: Principles of Sociology (3 credits) PSY120, PSY210, SOC130, SOC212 and at least six (6) BUS208: Business Communications (3 credits) additional credits at the 300- or 400- level from CJU, SSC330: Social Science Statistics (3 credits) PSY and/or SOC courses (excluding Internship (499) SSC340: Social Science Research Methods (3 credits) courses). SOC426: Advanced Social Research Methods (3 credits) or PSY498: Advanced Exerimental Design (3 credits) SOC499: Internship (3 credits) or PSY499: Internship (3 credits)

64 Mass Communication ART160: Introduction to Graphic Illustration (3 credits) The Mass Communications major of Midland Uni- ART180: Introduction to Graphic Design (3 credits) versity allow students to explore the substantial role BUS 350: Business Presentation (3 credits) mediated communication plays in shaping our ever BUS434: Marketing Research (3 credits) changing world. In addition to developing their visual, COM110: Mass Communication and Society (3 oral, and written communication skills, majors will be credits) asked to think critically about the theories, legal issues, COM305: Media Practicum (1 to 3 credits) functions, and responsibilities of mass media. Due to COM499: Internship (1 to 3 credits) the interdisciplinary nature of the major, students are Mathematics/Computer Science encouraged to explore additional majors and minors in

Business, Art, or Commercial Art. The Mathematics/Computer Science Department believes that mathematics serves a central role in the A Midland Mass Communication Major: human experience. Mathematics and computer science • Will value ethical behavior by demonstrating the affect each person on a regular basis. Mathematics is ability to apply ethical principles; the language used to describe the patterns encountered • Will articulate the historical grounding of mass in our lives and to express the logical relationships in communication and how that history influences these patterns. Computer science, in turn, enhances contemporary media industries (advertising, pho- our ability to understand these relationships through tography, journalism, public relations, new media); the use of technology. A close interaction exists be- • Will express their intellectual capacities through tween mathematics and computer science in that each application of information literacy surrounding assists in the study of the other. Majors may concen- mediated and non-mediated messages; trate in mathematics, or computer science. Profession- • Will express their intellectual capacities through al programs include endorsements for teaching and application of critical thinking, problem solving, preparation for the first test in actuarial science certifi- and perspective taking that reflects communication cation. research, concepts, and theories; • Will exhibit their communicator confidence by A Midland Mathematics/Computer Science Major: presenting messages that are clear, organized, fluent, • Describes and explains key concepts, theories and audience appropriate and strategic. fundamental applications in the core areas including calculus, analysis, algebra, and computer algorithms; Mass Communication Major Requirements: • Solves problems in multiple settings by using analyt- Complete the following 34-36 credits on the A-F scale, ical, critical or creative thinking skills; with a grade of C- or better: • Is qualified to succeed in continued academic stud- BUS242: Principles of Marketing (3 credits) ies, math teaching, or an entry level position in the BUS348: Advertising (3 credits) field. COM100: Introduction to Mass Communication (3 credits) A Midland Mathematics/Computer Science Major COM121: Writing for Media (3 credits) with a Mathematics concentration is able to: COM230: Introduction to Visual Literacy (3 credits) • Apply fundamental theorems and rules in the areas COM222: Digital Photography (3 credits) of calculus and linear algebra. COM305: Media Practicum (1 to 3 credits) • Formulate and solve mathematical problems analyti- COM342: Public Relations (3 credits) cally, using appropriate techniques and tools. COM420: Promotional Strategies and Techniques (3 • Apply the principal of mathematical reasoning in credits) understanding the problem, and developing well COM441: Mass Communications Law and Ethics (3 organized and logical mathematical arguments. credits) • Communicate information related to the field ef- Six (6) credits of electives from: fectively both orally and in writing with a range of ART140: Introduction to Advertising Design (3 audiences. credits)

65 A Midland Mathematics/Computer Science Major MTH340: Linear Algebra (3 credits) with a Computer Science concentration is able to: CSC courses numbered 180 or above • Analyzes a problem, and identifies and defines the computing requirements appropriate to its solution; Compressed Mathematics Major Requirements: • Designs, implements, and evaluates a comput- Complete 32 credits on the A-F grading scale: er-based system, process, component, or program to CSC160: Object Oriented Programming (3 credits) meet desired needs; MTH220: Calculus I (4 credits) • Uses current techniques, skills, and tools necessary MTH250: Calculus II (4 credits) for computing practice; MTH260: Numerical Analysis (3 credits) • Functions effectively as a team member and/or lead- MTH310: Mathematical Statistics (4 credits) er in an ever-changing professional environment; MTH340: Linear Algebra (3 credits) • Communicates information related to the field effec- MTH350: Multivariable Calculus (4 credits) tively with a range of audiences. MTH420: Analysis of Real Variables (3 credits) or MTH440: Abstract Algebra (3 credits) Mathematics/Computer Science Major Require- MTH460: Capstone (1 credit) ments: Elective (3 credits) from any Math course from 240 or Complete the following 14 credits, on the A-F scale, for above, including a topics course the core requirements and a concentration below: CSC160: Object Oriented Programming (3 credits) Computer Science Minor Requirements: MTH220: Calculus I (4 credits) Complete 24 credits on the A-F scale including MTH250: Calculus II (4 credits) CSC160, CSC180, CSC220, and CSC250; MTH240 or MTH260: Numerical Analysis (3 credits) MTH260, and an additional three credits from CSC courses numbered 160 or above. Mathematics Concentration Requirements: In addition to the core requirements, complete 24 Mathematics Minor Requirements: credits, on the A-F scale, including: Complete 20 credits on the A-F grading scale including MTH310: Mathematical Statistics (4 credits) MTH220, MTH250, and CSC160, and nine (9) credits MTH340: Linear Algebra (3 credits) in MTH courses numbered 210 or above. MTH350: Multivariable Calculus (4 credits) MTH420: Analysis of Real Variables (3 credits) or Natural Science

MTH440: Abstract Algebra (3 credits) The Natural Science major is an interdisciplinary MTH460: Capstone (1 credit) major that emphasizes a broad exposure to the major Nine (9) additional credits from other MTH courses science disciplines. Students complete core studies in 220 or above biology, chemistry, physics, earth science, astronomy, and math with a more intense focus upon biology. This Computer Science Concentration Requirements: approach provides opportunity to recognize the inter- In addition to the core requirements, complete 30 relations of all areas of science. This major provides a credits, on the A-F grading scale, including: strong background for a variety of careers, with grad- CSC220: Data Structures (3 credits) uates currently in teaching, law, theology, business, CSC250: Computer Organization Assembler (3 cred- government, as well as science. its) CSC350: Operating Systems (3 credits) A Midland Natural Science major: CSC360: Computer Networks and Data Communica- • Identifies and describes the fundamental concepts in tion (3 credits) a variety of areas of scientific inquiry fields (biology, CSC430: Database Management (3 credits) chemistry, earth science, physics and astronomy); CSC440: Systems Analysis & Design (3 credits) • Applies the scientific method to design biological CSC299, 399, 499: Computer Science Internship (6 experiments, collect and analyze data, and form credits) coherent conclusions; MTH240: Discrete Structures (3 credits) • Assembles, evaluates, and presents scientific infor- Three (3) credits from:

66 mation; • Critically analyzes the social, moral, and ethical A Midland Natural Science (Medical Arts) Major: implications of the natural world; • Identify and describe the foundational natural and • Identifies and describes the concepts of a sustainable physical principles that govern and sustain the earth. world; • Apply the scientific method to design biological Natural Science Major Requirements: experiments, collect and analyze data, and form Complete 50 credits, on the A-F grading scale, with a coherent conclusions; grade of C- or better. At least 34 credits will complete • Assemble, evaluate, and present scientific informa- the core studies in biology, chemistry, physics, earth tion; science and astronomy, and 16 additional credits to • Critically analyze the social, moral, and ethical im- concentrate in biology. Students who wish to double plications associated within the health sciences; major in Biology and Natural Science may apply up • Successfully complete one year of a clinical program to, but no more than, 12 duplicate credits toward both of training in a medically related field. majors. Natural Science Core Courses (34 credits): Natural Science (Medical Arts) Concentration Re- Biology quirements: BIO125: General Biology I (4 credits) 36 credits from the BIO, CHE, ESC, MTH, PHY and BIO300: Ecology & Field Biology (4 credits) PSY listings including successful completion of the BIO420: Biology Capstone (2 credits) first year of study at an approved program. All courses Chemistry must be graded on the A-F scale, with a grade of C- or CHE103: General Chemistry I (4 credits) better: CHE104: General Chemistry II (4 credits) Physics Natural Science (Medical Arts) Concentration (Chiro- PHY151: General Physics I (4 credits) practic) Major Requirements: PHY152: General Physics II (4 credits) BIO125: General Biology I (4 credits) Earth Science BIO126: General Biology II (4 credits) 2 courses from the following: BIO204: Anatomy & Physiology I (4 credits) ESC101: Physical Geology (4 credits) CHE103: General Chemistry I (4 credits) ESC102: Historical Geology (4 credits) CHE104: General Chemistry II (4 credits) PHY121: Descriptive Astronomy (4 credits) CHE201: Organic Chemistry I (4 credits) PHY122: Select Topics in Astronomy (4 credits) CHE202: Organic Chemistry II (4 credits) PHY151: General Physics I (4 credits) In addition to the (10) required biology credits list- PHY152: General Physics II (4 credits) ed above, 16 credits in biology including BIO106 or BIO308 and 12 additional credits of biology lab cours- *BIO205: Anatomy and Physiology II is highly recom- es, level 200 or above. mended and may be required for some professional programs. BIO190: Survey of Human Anatomy and Additional recommended classes for the program: Physiology should be taken if only one semester of MTH215 or MTH220, ESC123, and CHE201. anatomy and physiology is to be taken. Please see the Pre-Professional section for more details on require- NATURAL SCIENCE (MEDICAL ARTS) ments for the Dual Degree programs offered in part- The Natural Science (Medical Arts) degree is intend- nership with Palmer College of Chiropractic or Cleve- ed for 3+1 programs where 3 years of coursework is land College of Chiropractic. completed at Midland University and 1 final year of coursework is completed in a professional program (i.e. Radiography, Medical/Clinical Laboratory Science, Chiropractic Medicine, and others). The final year of coursework is transferred back to Midland University to compete the degree requirements.

67 Nursing sional activism. • Foster intra/interprofessional team collaboration The program of studies for the Nursing major is con- with healthcare providers and consumers for the im- sistent with the University’s goal of providing a liberal provement of healthcare delivery and patient health arts education for students in a Christian context. The outcomes. curriculum balances general and professional educa- • Provide professional nursing care across the lifespan tion with course options in the humanities, the physi- to diverse individuals, families, and populations to cal and life sciences and social and behavioral sciences. promote health and prevent disease and injury. Nursing courses prepare the graduate for professional • Assume responsibility and legal/ethical accountabil- practice in a variety of settings, provide a foundation ity for one’s personal and professional behavior and for graduate study in Nursing, and promote life-long its impact on the care of diverse populations. learning and growth toward maturity as individuals, • Integrate the competencies of a professional nurse to professionals, and citizens. provide, coordinate, and advocate for care of diverse populations. The curriculum for the Nursing major is designed to • Explore personal faith/spirituality with respect to produce a Midland University Nursing graduate who nursing practice in a diverse global society. demonstrates competencies consistent with AACN, QSEN, and IOM recommendations for Nursing educa- Graduates of the Midland Nursing program are eligible tion. The Nursing program is accredited by: to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN) as required for Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing state licensure as a registered nurse. They are prepared (ACEN) with a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN) 3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 850 qualifying them for excellent placement in nursing Atlanta, Georgia 30326 positions throughout the health care system. Nursing (404)975-5000 graduates are well prepared to advance their education www.acenursing.org in master’s and doctoral programs of nursing and other related health care fields. Additional approval is from: Nebraska State Board of Nursing Nursing majors must meet specific requirements to 301 Centennial Mall South attend required clinical learning experiences. The re- P.O. Box 94986 quirements include, but are not limited to: completion Lincoln, Nebraska 68509-4986 of a health exam, satisfactory health status, compliance (402) 471-4376 with immunization requirements, current American Heart Association CPR certification, satisfactory drug Upon completion of the Bachelor of Science degree in testing, satisfactory abuse and criminal background Nursing program of study the student will be able to: check(s) and ability to meet program technical stan- • Synthesize knowledge from the arts and sciences as dards. Nursing majors are required to have a health a basis for professional nursing decisions. insurance policy in effect during their course of stud- • Incorporate leadership concepts in promoting safe, ies. Expenses associated with these requirements are high-quality care with a focus on continual evalua- the responsibility of the student. tion and improvement within a variety of organizations and systems. Additional expenses include, but are not limited to: • Integrate nursing research and evidenced-based clinical/lab fees, uniforms, transportation to and from practice into professional nursing practice. clinical sites, malpractice insurance, NCLEX prepara- • Evaluate information management, technology, and tion, and standardized testing. All fees associated with systems in an ethical manner to ensure safe care the NCLEX-RN exam and licensure, are the responsi- and enhance sound decision-making in health care bility of the graduating student. delivery systems. • Examine state, regional, national and regulatory A Nursing Student Handbook is given to all Nursing agency health care system policies to inform profes- students upon enrollment in the first clinical Nursing

68 course and is available online. The Nursing Student High School Academic Recommendations for Handbook is reviewed and updated annually to ensure Traditional BSN Applicants a quality educational experience while the student is English 3-4 units enrolled in the program. Students are responsible for compliance with all Nursing Program Policies and Social Studies 2-3 units updates while enrolled in the Nursing program. Mathematics 2-3 units (3 preferred including 2 years of algebra) Clinical Experience Science 2-3 units (biology, chemistry, The Nursing program features more than 1000 hours anatomy & physiology preferred) of clinical experience. Midland enjoys a unique historical relationship through common ties to the Evangeli- Nursing Program Admission Requirements cal Lutheran Church in America, Nebraska Synod with A minimum of a cumulative grade average of 2.75 in Immanuel Medical Center, now owned and operated all course work completed prior to admission, ACT by Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) in Omaha. Other composite of 20 or above if within two years of high institutions providing clinical opportunities include, school graduation, a pattern of academic success, but are not limited to, Fremont Health (Fremont), sound character, and all components of the formal Children’s Hospital and Medical Center (Omaha), and nursing application will be considered for admission the Veteran’s Administration Medical Center (Omaha). to the Nursing program. Applicants with previous There is also a variety of community-based clinical Nursing credit will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis experiences included throughout the curriculum. Stu- and upon acceptance; entrance will be based on space dents assume responsibility for their own transporta- availability. Applicants to the LPN to BSN or RN to tion to and from clinical experiences. BSN program options must have a current unencumbered state license. College prerequisites, or equiv- Internship alents when applicable, are to be completed prior to An internship experience is required for nursing stu- beginning Nursing courses. dents during the last semester before graduation. The experience is designed to allow students the opportu- Application Procedure nity to practice the application of theoretical knowl- Traditional undergraduate nursing applicants are edge and to develop further clinical competencies in reviewed on a regular basis for fall admission. RN the work setting under the preceptorship of a baccalau- to BSN applicants are admitted on an ongoing basis reate prepared registered nurse. for admission during the fall, spring, and summer. Applicants to the nursing program must first be The internship consists of 270 hours of clinical ex- accepted to Midland University. Application to the perience in an acute health care setting. Students are Nursing Program is required following acceptance to able to bridge the gap between education and practice, Midland University. Students will be accepted into the develop relationships with prospective employers, and Nursing Program directly out of high school. Students explore areas of interest specific to professional nursing who are in their first year at Midland University may practice. apply and have a review for admission to the Nursing Program based on the completion of the first semester Admission to the Nursing Program of college course work. Transfer, LPN to BSN, and RN Applications for admission to the Nursing program are to BSN students will have their application reviewed welcomed from men and women who have a sincere based on previous college course work. Applications to interest in preparing for a career in professional nurs- the Nursing Program will be reviewed during regularly ing. Careful and thorough review of each applicant will scheduled nursing admission meetings. be made in the School of Nursing to determine those students best qualified. In addition to meeting the Notification of Admission general admission requirements of and being accepted Applicants will receive notification from the School of into the University, the student must submit a formal Nursing regarding admission status. application to the School of Nursing.

69 Requirements once accepted in the Program credit) • All Nursing and support courses must be taken for a MID120: Blue Humanities (4 credits) letter grade. A grade of C+ or above must be earned PSY120: Fundamentals of Psychology (3 credits) in each Nursing course (those courses prefaced by SOC130: Principles of Sociology (3 credits) NUR). Interterm • A grade of C or above must be earned in the sup- Humanities Category A: Fine and Performing Arts port courses of BIO204, BIO205, BIO207, BIO215, or Category C: History, English/Literature elective BIO220, CHE122, CHE190, MTH210, PHI250 or (3 credits)* other Ethics course, PSY120, PSY210, SOC130, and Semester Two SPE110 or other Speech course. Students who earn BIO205: Anatomy and Physiology II (4 credits) a C- or below in a support course must then repeat CHE122: Chemistry for Health Science (4 credits) the course. MID130: Orange Humanities (4 credits) • One Nursing course may be repeated because of SPE110: Fundamentals of Oral Communication (3 either receiving a failing grade (C or below), with- credits) drawing from a course when failing, or when ad- Second Year ministratively withdrawn from a course. Failure of Semester One two nursing courses will result in dismissal from the BIO207: Normal Nutrition (3 credits) Nursing Program. BIO215: Microbiology (4 credits) • Students are required to provide proof of a current NUR203: Foundations of Nursing (5 credits) health insurance policy prior to each clinical experi- NUR210: Health Assessment (3 credits) ence in the Nursing Program. Interterm • Students must submit proof of current immuni- Humanities Category A: Fine and Performing Arts zations in accordance with immunization policy or Category C: History, English/Literature elective requirements. Health records must be submitted (3 credits)* prior to beginning the initial clinical experience in Semester Two nursing. BIO220: Pathophysiology (3 credits) • Students are required to satisfactorily complete drug CHE190: Pharmacology (3 credits) testing and satisfactorily meet the abuse and crimi- NUR205: Medical Surgical Nursing Adult (6 credits) nal background check prior to beginning the initial PSY210: Developmental Psychology (3 credits) clinical experience in nursing. Prior to attending a Third Year clinical experience, additional educational and ori- Semester One entation requirements are to be met. MTH210: Elementary Statistics (3 credits) • Students must provide ongoing proof of current PHI250: Foundations of Moral Decision Making (3 American Heart Association CPR certification. credits) [Humanities Category B] NUR365: Mother/Baby Nursing (5 credits) Note: The Nursing program reserves the right to deny NUR375: Mental Health Nursing (5 credits) admission to or dismiss any student whose health record, Semester Two immunization compliance, drug testing, abuse or crim- NUR305: Medical Surgical Pediatric Nursing (9 inal background record, academic or clinical perfor- credits) mance, clinical compliance such as CPR or behavior is NUR392: Nursing Research and Evidence-Based determined to be unsatisfactory. Practice (3 credits) Fourth Year BSN Traditional Program Option Curriculum: All non-nursing courses are to be completed prior to 63 Nursing credits and 57-58 support course credits entering the fourth year to allow for the completion of including: clinical requirements. Semester One First Year NUR405: Advanced Medical Surgical Nursing (9 Semester One credits) BIO204: Anatomy and Physiology I (4 credits) NUR415: Nursing Leadership and Management (3 MID101: The Midland University Experience (1 credits)

70 Semester Two BIO207: Normal Nutrition (3 credits) NUR425: Professional Concepts (3 credits) BIO215: Microbiology (4 credits) NUR465: Population Focused Care (5 credits) NUR206: LPN to BSN Transition (3 credits); NUR497: Nursing Capstone (7 credits) 5-11 total credits awarded upon completion NUR210: Health Assessment (3 credits) Students may be required to take additional courses, Interterm such as English Composition, Reading and Writing, or Humanities Category A: Fine and Performing Arts Math based on ACT scores. Electives may be taken as or Category C: History, English/Literature elective offered. Requirements for the Nursing major include (3 credits)* both nursing courses designated by NUR and identi- Semester Two fied support courses within other disciplines. A sug- BIO220: Pathophysiology (3 credits) gested year-by-year program of study is available from CHE190: Pharmacology (3 credits) the School of Nursing. The program of study for the NUR205: Medical Surgical Nursing Adult (6 credits) Nursing major is also included in the Nursing Student PSY210: Developmental Psychology (3 credits) Handbook and available in the Student Success Center. Semester Three MTH210: Elementary Statistics (3 credits) LPN to BSN Program Option PHI 250: Foundations of Moral Decision Making (3 The LPN to BSN program has been established to credits) [Humanities Category B] meet the needs of the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) NUR365: Mother/Baby Nursing (5 credits) interested in a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing. NUR375: Mental Health Nursing (5 credits) Midland recognizes previous college credit from ac- Interterm credited institutions and accepts transfer credit to meet Humanities Category A: Fine and Performing Arts graduation requirements. or Category C: History, English/Literature elective (3 credits)* Applicants with less than one year of experience in Semester Four an acute care setting and/or with experience only in a NUR305: Medical Surgical Pediatrics Nursing (9 long-term care setting will be evaluated for placement credits) in the curriculum on a case-by-case basis. LPN to BSN NUR392: Nursing Research and Evidence-Based students may receive credit for sophomore clinical Practice (3 credits) nursing courses based on evaluation of experience and Semester Five previous course work. Applicants will meet with an All non-nursing courses are to be completed prior to advisor to plan their program of study. entering the fourth year to allow for the completion of clinical requirements. Prerequisite Courses NUR405: Advanced Medical Surgical Nursing (9 BIO204: Anatomy and Physiology I (4 credits) credits) BIO205: Anatomy and Physiology II (4 credits) NUR415: Nursing Leadership and Management (3 BIO207: Normal Nutrition (3 credits) credits) BIO215: Microbiology (4 credits) Semester Six CHE122: Chemistry for Health Sciences (4 credits) NUR425: Professional Concepts (3 credits) ENG120: English Composition I (3 credits) NUR465: Population Focused Care (5 credits) MID120: Blue Humanities (4 credits) NUR497: Nursing Capstone (7 credits) MID130: Orange Humanities (4 credits) PSY120: Fundamentals of Psychology (3credits) PSY210: Developmental Psychology (3 credits) SOC130: Introduction to Sociology (3 credits) SPE110: Fundamentals of Oral Communication (3 credits)

LPN to BSN Program Option Curriculum: Semester One

71 RN to BSN Core Courses RN to BSN Program Option NUR462R: Complex Care – Geron- 3 credits The RN to BSN curriculum provides the already tology licensed registered nurse with the opportunity to complete an online program of study to attain a Bach- NUR475R: Nursing Perspectives in 3 credits elor of Science degree in Nursing. The RN to BSN Population Centered Care: Assess- student must also fulfill other University requirements ment (clinical) for graduation. Upon admission into the RN to BSN NUR476R: Nursing Perspectives in 3 credits program option, students will meet with a Nursing Population Centered Care: Implemen- program RN to BSN Advisor to plan their program tation (clinical) of study in order to meet general education and pro- Electives at Midland University 6 credits fessional requirements. The Registrar will complete Nursing Electives available: an official evaluation of all transcripts to determine NUR260R: Ethics for Healthcare transferability of previous credit. NUR395R: Palliative Care Nursing

RN to BSN Program Option: 120 Total Credit Hours required for graduation from Psychology Midland University RN to BSN Prerequisite Courses The Psychology Department approaches psychology English and Humanities 15 credits as an academic discipline, a profession and a science. BIO204: Anatomy and Physiology I 4 credits Faculty presents the field of psychology as one that is diverse and exciting. Through internships with local BIO204: Anatomy and Physiology II 4 credits educational, human services agencies, and University SOC130: Principles of Sociology 3 credits of Nebraska Medical Center’s Munroe-Meyer Institute, PSY120: Fundamentals of Psychology 3 credits students have the opportunity to gain job-relevant PSY210: Developmental Psychology 3 credits skills, knowledge of the field, and clinical experiences, CHE122: Chemistry for Health Sci- 4 credits and research experiences. Students who meet the stat- ence ed goals will have the skills and experiences necessary SPE110: Fundamentals of Oral Com- 3 credits for graduate school admission. munications A Midland Psychology Major: BIO215: Microbiology 4 credits Describes key concepts, principles, and fundamental BIO207: Normal Nutrition 3 credits applications in the areas of general psychology, human BIO220: Pathophysiology 3 credits development, social psychology, abnormal psychology, CHE190: Pharmacology 3 credits cognition, physiological psychology, personality, coun- NUR210: Health Assessment 3 credits seling, tests and measurements of individual differenc- MTH210: Elementary Statistics 3 credits es, and learning. Identifies, describes and applies the APA ethical princi- PHI250: Foundations of Moral Deci- 3 credits ples and code of conduct to psychological science and sion Making practice

Applies the scientific method to human behavior: RN to BSN Core Courses interprets, designs, and conducts basic psychological NUR372R: Spiritual Nursing Care 3 credits research. NUR382R: Multicultural Nursing 3 credits Demonstrates information literacy using scientific NUR392R: Nursing Research and 3 credits reasoning to interpret and evaluate psychological phe- Evidence-Based Practice nomena NUR415R: Nursing Leadership and 3 credits Demonstrates effective writing, presentation, and com- Management munication skills for different purposes Is a competent candidate for entry level work in the NUR425R: Professional Concepts 3 credits field and/or admission to graduate school

72 A Behavior Analyst utilizes principles of learning to Psychology Major Requirements: address clinically significant behavior problems. This Complete the following 42 credits, on the A-F scale, minor is designed for the student who is interested in with a grade of C- or better. The Psychology major providing behavioral services to individuals, families, may not be combined with a Human Services major or schools, group homes, mental health agencies, and minor. industrial/business settings. Internships are typically PSY120: Fundamentals of Psychology (3 credits) available at the Munroe-Meyer Institute Center for Au- PSY200: Psychology of Learning (3 credits) tism Spectrum Disorders at the University of Nebraska PSY210: Developmental Psychology (3 credits) Medical Center working with children who have been PSY314: Social Psychology (3 credits) diagnosed with autism, severe behavior problems and PSY331: Physiological Psychology (3 credits) feeding disorders. This minor prepares students for PSY333: Abnormal Psychology (3 credits) graduate study in Behavior Analysis or related areas PSY350: Tests & Measurement (3 credits) and for national certification as an assistant-level Be- PSY370: Introduction to Counseling (3 credits) havior Analyst. PSY414: Cognition (3 credits) PSY434: Personality Theory (3 credits) The Behavior Analysis Certification Board (BACB), the PSY498: Advanced Experimental Psychology (3 cred- national credentialing agency for Behavior Analysis, its) has approved Midland University’s Applied Behavior SOC130: Principles of Sociology (3 credits) Analysis course sequence. This is important for those SSC330: Social Science Statistics (3 credits) seeking certification because it gives graduates aca- SSC340: Social Science Research Methods (3 credits) demic and experience credentials needed to obtain certification as a Board Certified Assistant Behavior Compressed Psychology Major Requirements: Analyst (BCaBA). Certification as a BCaBA is recog- Complete the following 30 credits, on the A-F scale, nized as an advantage by many employers and gradu- with a grade of C- or better. The Compressed Psychol- ate programs. ogy major may not be combined with a Human Ser- vices major or minor. Applied Behavior Analysis Minor Requirements: PSY120: Fundamentals of Psychology (3 credits) Complete 24 credits on the A-F scale with a C- or PSY200: Psychology of Learning (3 credits) better, including PSY120, PSY200, PSY324, PSY424, PSY210: Developmental Psychology (3 credits) PSY485, and twelve (12) credits of PSY499 (internship PSY333: Abnormal Psychology (3 credits) credits are taken over two semesters and must include PSY350: Tests & Measurement (3 credits) 540 hours of intensive practicum in behavior analysis). PSY498: Advanced Experimental Psychology (3 cred- PSY200 must be taken at Midland University. Upon its) completion of the first upper level course in the Ap- SSC330: Social Science Statistics (3 credits) plied Behavior Analysis sequence (PSY324 or 424), SSC340: Social Science Research Methods (3 credits) students must apply to the Psychology Department for Six (6) credit hours of electives must be from: approval to participate in an ABA internship. PSY314: Social Psychology (3 credits) PSY331: Physiological Psychology (3 credits) PSY370: Introduction to Counseling (3 credits) PSY414: Cognition (3 credits) PSY434: Personality Theory (3 credits)

Psychology Minor Requirements: Complete 21 credit hours in psychology, including at least six (6) credit hours of upper division courses (300-level or above, excluding PSY499). All courses must be graded on the A – F scale.

Applied Behavior Analysis:

73 Religion/Philosophy Religion/Philosophy Major Requirements: As a university of the Lutheran tradition, Midland Complete the following 36 credits: believes that faith and learning are inexorably linked. PHI280: Critical Thinking (3 credits) The Religion/Philosophy program participates in REL112: Introduction to Christianity as Religion (3 forwarding that idea by committing itself to the ex- credits) ploration of religion as a pervasive feature of human REL120: Development of Christian Thought (3 credits) cultures. We engage, through open, critical inquiry, in REL130: Introduction to the Old Testament (3 credits) analysis of the varied manifestations of religious life, REL185: Christian Communities (3 credits) focusing particularly on Christian traditions and their REL240: Religions of the World (3 credits) plurality across cultures and time, offering courses in REL420: Senior Thesis (3 credits)* biblical studies, theology, history methods in the study 15 credits from: of religion, and philosophy. Religion/Philosophy courses not listed above ENG180: Ethics and Film As a university, we also believe we are called to educate ENG190: Ethics and Literature morally and ethically responsible citizens of a pluralis- ENG380: Literary Criticism tic society. Toward that end, the Religion/Philosophy *If a student is also majoring in English and completes program offers a range of courses that explore issues of ENG460, a Religion/Philosophy elective may be substi- moral responsibility, emphasizing the ways that social tuted for REL420. structures and power shape, influence, and constrain human action and how we, as particular human be- Compressed Religion/Philosophy Major Require- ings, can respond to social change. ments: Complete the following 30 credits, on the A-F grading The Religion/Philosophy program offers both a major scale: and a minor in Religion/Philosophy. Students who PHI280: Critical Thinking (3 credits) complete a major in Religion/Philosophy, in addition REL112: Introduction to Christianity as Religion (3 to learning about multiple religious phenomena, will credits) have the opportunity to practice critical thinking, will REL120: Development of Christian Thought (3 credits) engage in careful reading of primary and secondary REL130: Introduction to the Old Testament (3 credits) texts, and will develop essential writing skills. Students REL185: Christian Communities (3 credits) majoring in Youth and Family Ministry also take, as a REL240: Religions of the World (3 credits) part of their major coursework, many courses in the REL420: Senior Thesis (3 credits) Religion/Philosophy program. Nine (9) credits from: Religion/Philosophy courses not listed above A Midland Religion/Philosophy Major: ENG180: Ethics and Film •Identify the assumptions underlying particular argu- ENG190: Ethics and Literature ments or positions. •Describe the historical and literary context of Chris- Religion/ Philosophy Minor Requirements: tian scripture. Complete 18 credits including: REL130 or REL140; •Employ a typology to describe the diversity of the REL240; and 12 credits from other Religion/Philoso- Christian tradition, trace historical change, and iden- phy courses, ENG180, ENG190, or ENG380. tify relationships between the Christian tradition and Respiratory Therapy major world religions. •Explain the relationship between specific doctrines, Respiratory Therapy is an allied health specialty practices, and figures and broader theological, histori- instrumental in providing diagnosis, treatment, man- cal, political, and social settings. agement, and preventive care of patients with cardio/ •Demonstrate intellectual curiosity and a commitment pulmonary problems. Midland offers its baccalaureate to learning. degree curriculum in association with CHI Health •Identify one’s Gallup Strengths and describe how they in Omaha. Some clinical experience is also gained might be employed in an academic setting.

74 at other Omaha hospitals. The CHI Health: Midland University Respiratory Therapy School is accredited by *Non-native English speaking students must obtain an the Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care IELTS score of 6.5 or a TOEFL score of 79 to enter the (CoARC). clinical program.

Commission on Accreditation of Respiratory Therapy Major Requirements (taken during the clinical year 1248 Harwood Road in the RT program): Bedford, TX 76021-4244 Complete 50 credits, graded on the A-F basis with no grade below C-, including: The program is a bachelor’s degree program typically Early Fall: completed in three (3) years at Midland followed by RET201: Medical Arts (3 credits) an 11-month clinical rotation at CHI Health. Students RET203: Respiratory Therapist as an Educator must complete all of the requirements and earn the (2 credits) bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Therapy. This al- Late Fall: lows the student to take advanced human physiology, RET302: Medical Gas Therapy (2 credits) accounting, personnel management, genetics, and/or RET305: Cardio-Pulmonary and Renal Anatomy and education courses prior to the clinical year. Physiology (4 credits) RET311: Airway Management (3 credits) Selection for the clinical training is competitive. RET312: Respiratory Therapy Equipment (2 credits) Students should have an overall GPA of 2.50 and a RET313: Pulmonary Medicine Lecture Series (1 credit) 3.00 average in the required prerequisite courses for RET431: Clinical Theory I (1 credit) this program. Students make formal application to RET432: Clinical Practice (2 credits) the respiratory therapy admission committee at CHI Interterm: Health during the term immediately before they plan RET202: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (2 credits) to begin the specific respiratory therapy clinical course Spring: sequence. Admission to CHI Health is competitive and RET406: Cardio-Pulmonary Pharmacology (2 credits) applicants are notified by the admissions committee of RET407: Medical Microbiology (2 credits) their status for the clinical training. RET408: Ventilator management (4 credits) RET412: Respiratory Diagnostics (5 credits) Detailed policies/procedures for the program are RET433: Clinical Theory II (1 credit) found in the Respiratory Therapy School Policy available RET434: Clinical Practice II (2 credits) from the CHI Health Coordinator. Summer: Clinical Prerequisite Requirements: RET409: Advanced Ventilator Management (4 credits) BIO103: Principles of Biology (4 credits) RET415: Pediatric and Neonatal Respiratory Therapy or BIO106: General Zoology (4 credits) (3 credits) or BIO125: General Biology I (4 credits) RET417: Pulmonary Rehabilitation (1 credit) BIO204: Anatomy and Physiology I (4 credits) RET418: Sleep Medicine (1 credit) BIO205: Anatomy and Physiology II (4 credits) RET435: Clinical Theory III (1 credit) BIO215: Microbiology (4 credits) RET436: Clinical Practice III (2 credits) BIO420: Biology Capstone (2 credits) BUS217: Principles of Management (3 credits) See the Respiratory Therapy School Policy for details on CHE103: General Chemistry I (4 credits) or making satisfactory academic progress. CHE122: Chemistry for the Health Sciences (4 credits) ENG120: English Composition I (3 credits) or MID120: Blue Humanities (4 credits) or MID130: Orange Humanities (4 credits) MTH140: College Algebra (3 credits) or MTH210: Elementary Statistics (3 credits) PHY151: General Physics I (4 credits) PSY120: Fundamentals of Psychology (3 credits)

75 Sociology SOC212: Introduction to Human Services (3 credits) The Sociology program upholds the mission of the SOC225: Sociology of Film (3 credits) University by providing a quality education in sociol- SOC230: Sociology of Sports (3 credits) ogy for students seeking employment in the helping SOC240: Topics in Sociology (3 credits) professions, research, education, or other fields. The SOC245: Sociology of Childhood and Adolescence Sociology Department also supports the general (3 credits) education curriculum of the University by providing SOC250: Social Issues in Literature (3 credits) insight and analysis into the workings of society, the SOC300: Marriage & the Family (3 credits) family, the legal system and other institutions. Through SOC370: Sociology of Addictions (3 credits) internship and research opportunities students devel- SOC390: Gender & Society (3 credits) op the skills and experience necessary for successful SOC440: Seminar in Selected Topics (3 credits) employment and graduate school admissions. SOC450: Independent Study (1 to 3 credits) SOC499: Internship (1 to 6 credits) A Midland Sociology Major: PSY314: Social Psychology (3 credits) •Demonstrates an ability to use the sociological imag- Students who plan to enter graduate study in sociology ination to critically think about and understand indi- or a related field should consult with the faculty for viduals and society, as well as the relationship between recommended courses in addition to the core courses. them. •Describes key concepts, principles, and applications Compressed Sociology Major Requirements: in the areas of general sociology, culture, socialization, Complete the following 30 credits, on the A-F grading stratification, social structure, theory, institutions, scale, with a grade of C- or higher: and differentiations by race/ethnicity, gender, age, and SOC130: Principles of Sociology (3 credits) class. SOC342: Social Inequality (3 credits) •Applies the scientific method and ethical principles SOC414: Social Change (3 credits) to the study of human behavior: integrates previous SOC420: Social Theory (3 credits) empirical literature, designs, conducts, and interprets SOC426: Advanced Social Research Methods (3 cred- sociological research. its) •Demonstrates information literacy using scientific SSC330: Social Science Statistics (3 credits) reasoning to interpret and evaluate sociological phe- SSC340: Social Science Research Methods (3 credits) nomenon. 9 elective credits from: •Demonstrates effective writing, presentation, and SOC212: Introduction to Human Services (3 cred- communication skills for different purposes. its) •Is a competitive candidate for entry-level work in the SOC220: Minorities and Cultural Diversity (3 cred- field and/or admission to graduate school. its) SOC225: Sociology of Film (3 credits) Sociology Major Requirements: SOC230: Sociology of Sports (3 credits) Complete the following 42 credits on the A-F scale, SOC240: Topics in Sociology (3 credits) with a grade of C- or better: SOC245: Sociology of Childhood and Adolescence PSY120: Fundamentals of Psychology (3 credits) (3 credits) SOC130: Principles of Sociology (3 credits) SOC250: Social Issues in Literature (3 credits) SOC220: Minorities and Cultural Diversity (3 credits) SOC300: Marriage & the Family (3 credits) SOC342: Social Inequality (3 credits) SOC370: Sociology of Addictions (3 credits) SOC414: Social Change (3 credits) SOC390: Gender & Society (3 credits) SOC420: Social Theory (3 credits) SOC440: Seminar in Selected Topics (3 credits) SOC426: Advanced Social Research Methods (3 cred- SOC450: Independent Study (1 to 3 credits) its) SOC499: Internship (1 to 6 credits) SSC330: Social Science Statistics (3 credits) Students who plan to enter graduate study in sociology SSC340: Social Science Research Methods (3 credits) or a related field should consult with the faculty for 15 elective credits from: recommended courses in addition to the core courses.

76 scale, with a grade of C- or better: Sociology Minor Requirements: PHI280: Critical Thinking (3 credits) Complete 18 credits including SOC130 and 15 cred- PSY200: Psychology of Learning (3 credits) its from the Sociology course offerings, excluding or PSY210 Developmental Psychology (3 credits) SOC499. REL120: Development of Christian Thought (3 credits) REL130: Introduction to the Old Testament (3 credits) Youth and Family Ministry REL140: Introduction to the New Testament (3 credits) SOC300: Marriage and the Family (3 credits) Ministry to youth and families is an important facet of or SOC370: Sociology of Addictions (3 credits) ministry across denominations. The Youth and Fam- orREL280: Christianity and Human Sexuality (3 ily Ministry program at Midland University has been credits) established to serve the church in meeting the ongoing YFM100: Introduction to Youth and Family Ministry demand for people trained in the skills and abilities (3 credits) required to minister effectively in this context. YFM420: Senior Thesis (3 credits) YFM499: Internship (6 credits) A Midland Youth and Family Ministry Major: (3 credits during first two years, 3 credits during sec- • Identifies core psychological and sociological con- ond two years) cepts and applies them to ministry settings. Six (6) credits of electives from: • Describes the historical and literary context of Religion and Philosophy course offerings Christian scripture. ENG180: Ethics and Film (3 credits) • Traces the history of core theological concepts in the ENG190: Ethics and Literature (3 credits) Christian tradition and how these concepts relate to ENG380: Literary Criticism (3 credits) major world religions. • Develops and critically evaluates curriculum or pro- Youth and Family Ministry Compressed Major: grams for use in ministry settings. Complete the following 30 credits graded on the A-F • Compares and contrasts models of human develop- scale, with a grade of C- or better: ment and learning. PHI280: Critical Thinking (3 credits) • Identifies one’s Gallup Strengths and describe how PSY200: Psychology of Learning (3 credits) they might be employed in a ministry setting. or PSY210 Developmental Psychology (3 credits) REL120: Development of Christian Thought (3 credits) The Youth and Family Ministry program is an interdis- REL130: Introduction to the Old Testament (3 credits) ciplinary program—with focused attention to religion, REL140: Introduction to the New Testament (3 credits) sociology, psychology, and communication—that em- SOC300: Marriage and the Family (3 credits) phasizes three sets of core skills and knowledge neces- or SOC370: Sociology of Addictions (3 credits) sary for work in ministry: orREL280: Christianity and Human Sexuality (3 (1) Understanding of and appreciation for who hu- credits) man beings are and how they learn and understand YFM100: Introduction to Youth and Family Ministry the world; (3 credits) (2) An understanding of and appreciation for how YFM420: Senior Thesis (3 credits) human beings relate to one another in groups and YFM499: Internship (6 credits) organizations; (3 credits during first two years, 3 credits during sec- (3) An understanding of and appreciation for the ond two years) Christian tradition. Youth and Family Ministry Minor: In addition to inculcating skills and knowledge, our Complete the following 21 credits graded on the A-F program firmly grounds students with real-world ex- scale, with a grade of C- or better: perience in a variety of ministry settings. PSY200: Psychology of Learning (3 credits) or PSY210 Developmental Psychology (3 credits) Youth and Family Major Requirements: REL130: Introduction to the Old Testament (3 credits) Complete the following 36 credits graded on the A-F REL140: Introduction to the New Testament (3 credits)

77 SOC300: Marriage and the Family (3 credits) General Studies or SOC370: Sociology of Addictions (3 credits) orREL280: Christianity and Human Sexuality (3 The Bachelor of General Studies degree from Midland credits) University is designed for continuing education stu- YFM100: Introduction to Youth and Family Ministry dents seeking to complete their degree for both profes- (3 credits) sional and personal growth. Those who enroll in the YFM499: Internship (6 credits) BGS will be able to design a course load that will allow (3 credits during first two years, 3 credits during sec- for personal career growth. ond two years) General Requirements Additional Program Requirements: Prospective students with at least 30 transfer credits After the first year of the curriculum, including and three years of work experience are eligible for the YFM100, has been completed, each Youth and Fam- degree. Students may also apply for prior learning ily Ministry major will have recommendation letters credit through Midland’s partnership with the Council submitted on their behalf for formal admission into for Adult and Experiential Learning (CAEL)—creating the program will complete a three-part vocational an opportunity for work experience to be translated assessment process. First, each student, at his or her into college credit. own expense, will meet with a licensed psychologist who will evaluate the student’s psychological fitness for Students are allowed to complete up to three concen- ministry. Second, each student will undergo a criminal trations under the BGS, allowing students to pair their background check, at the student’s expense, and faculty academic interests with their career requirements. will evaluate any results on a case-by-case basis. Third, the student will meet with Youth and Family Ministry The BGS degree will consist of 120 credits of course- faculty at least once, but several times if necessary, to work that include: discuss her or his interest in pursuing ministry, career 3 credits of English Composition goals, and personal call to the vocation of ministry. 3 credits of Speech proficiency This process must be completed satisfactorily before 3 credits of Math the student will be placed in an internship. 9 credits of Art and/or Humanities 6 credits of Social Science 7 credits in Natural Science

The remaining credits may be earned through a combination of classes chosen by the student to best fit their needs and professional goals. Students completing 18 credits within a particular defined program of study will constitute a concentration in the BGS program. At minimum, the final 30 credits of the degree program must be completed with Midland University and at least 40 credits of the degree must be completed at the 300/400 level. To remain in the program, students must maintain at 2.25 GPA.

Students interested in the BGS degree must work with Academic Affairs to define their course of study.

78 fer to Palmer or Cleveland College. After completing re rofessional ual egree ro P -P /D D P - the first year at Palmer or Cleveland, students in this grams program earn a B.S. degree from Midland University. After completing the full program at Palmer or Cleve- Midland has formal dual degree programs in coop- land, students receive a Doctorate of Chiropractic. See eration with Palmer College of Chiropractic, and details under the Natural Science: Medical Arts degree. Cleveland Chiropractic College. These programs Interested students should contact the Liaison Faculty. allow students to begin their studies at Midland and complete degrees both at Midland and the partnering Dentistry institution. See specific programs for details. Students who plan to enter the field of dentistry must Midland offers 3+1 degree programs in a number meet the entrance requirements of the profession- of health care professions. Students complete three al program in which they plan to enter. Most dental years at Midland, including core and program specific schools require a minimum of 90 semester hours of prerequisites. After completing the first year of an ap- academic work (excluding physical education). Be- proved professional program, students are awarded the yond the required basic science courses, students are Bachelor of Science degree from Midland. See details encouraged to supplement their education with study under the Natural Science Major. in the social sciences, humanities, and mathematics. Although most students will major in Natural Science, Pre-Professional Programs Biology, or Chemistry, majors in Psychology, English, The following pre-professional programs of study and Religion are also applicable. Midland assists inter- require from one to four years of preparation at Mid- ested students in designing a program so that all basic land, followed by transfer to the professional school, requirements for application to professional school which offers the specialized training. Since require- have been met by the end of the junior year. The Den- ments change from year to year and vary from school tal Admission Test (DAT) is required for admission. to school, it is important that the student work closely Most students take this test the fall before they plan to with Midland’s faculty mentors and academic advi- submit their application. sors. Early identification of the professional school to Suggested additional courses of study: be attended facilitates planning for specific entrance ART219: Introduction to Sculpture (3 credits) requirements. BIO205: Anatomy and Physiology II (4 credits) BUS103: Principles of Accounting I (3 credits) Pre-Health Programs CHE202: Organic Chemistry II (4 credits) Chiropractic Medicine CHE407: Biochemistry (4 credits) Chiropractic is a branch of medical science, which PHY151: General Physics I (4 credits) attempts to alleviate health problems by adjustments of PHY152: General Physics II (4 credits) the relationship between the nervous system and the MTH210: Statistics (3 credits) spinal column. A minimum of 60 credits is required PSY120: Fundamentals of Psychology (3 credits) for admission to a college of chiropractic. Most of the successful applicants have three or more years of Medicine undergraduate academic work. A minimum of two Although most students who plan to enter medicine semesters should be completed in chemistry, physics, major in a science, a major in any field is acceptable to and biology, with special emphasis on anatomy and most medical schools, provided certain basic science physiology. Math, English, psychology, social science, courses are included. Premedical study must include and humanities courses should be included in the undergraduate courses in English, physics, math, biol- program of studies. ogy, genetics, and inorganic, organic and biochemistry. Students should acquire a broad general education by Midland has formal dual degree programs in coop- taking courses in the humanities, mathematics, and the eration with Palmer College of Chiropractic, (Iowa, social sciences. Admission requirements of the medical California, and Florida) and Cleveland Chiropractic college of your choice should be reviewed carefully. College (Kansas City and Los Angeles). Students in Medical programs generally require at least 90 credits, this program study three years at Midland, then trans- an overall GPA of 3.5 or higher, and the Medical Col-

79 lege Admission Test (MCAT). the professional school. Suggested additional courses of study: BIO205: Anatomy and Physiology II (4 credits) Osteopathic Medicine BIO304: Developmental Biology (4 credits) Osteopathic medicine is one of the healing arts and BIO310: Immunology (3 credits) practitioners are certified to provide complete health CHE202: Organic Chemistry II (4 credits) services. It is based on the premise that health is a CHE407: Biochemistry (4 credits) matter of the entire body and that the muscular and MTH220: Calculus (4 credits) or MTH210: Statistics skeletal systems are of prime importance in the prop- (3 credits) er functioning of all the body systems. An important PHY151: General Physics I (4 credits) dimension of osteopathic training is manipulative PHY152: General Physics II (4 credits) therapy. Admission to colleges of osteopathic medi- PSY120: Fundamentals of Psychology (3 credits) cine is competitive. Most of those accepted for admission have completed four years of an undergraduate Occupational Therapy program including coursework in biology, chemis- Occupational therapists help people overcome physi- try, and physics. Midland is a participant in the A.T. cal and psychosocial dysfunctions and enabling them Still-Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine Still to perform everyday tasks. Students interested in Scholar’s Early Acceptance Program, which reserves a occupational therapy should consider a wide range spot in the program as long as specific requirements of academic preparation involving natural sciences, are upheld. Requirements include prerequisite courses behavioral sciences, and humanities. Midland offers an with no grade lower than a B (B- is not accepted), a excellent pre-professional program. Students interested cumulative and science GPA of 3.4 or higher and >200 in occupational therapy should visit with the coordina- hours of clinical/patient interaction. A.T. Still does not tor to ensure that their program will meet the prereq- require the MCAT, but many other osteopathic pro- uisites for admission to the school to which they may grams do. Students interested in osteopathic medicine want to transfer. Many professional programs require a should consult their advisor and the college of their Bachelor’s degree in addition to significant observation choice about specific requirements. hours. Suggested additional courses of study: Pharmacy BIO205: Anatomy and Physiology II (4 credits) To practice pharmacy, students must complete a four- BIO210: Topics in Biology (3 credits) year doctorate program of study at a college accred- HPM307: Kinesiology (3 credits) ited by the American Council on Pharmaceutical MTH210: Statistics (3 credits) Education and pass a licensure examination. Entrants PHY151: General Physics I (4 credits) to Pharmacy programs typically have at least three, PHY152: General Physics II (4 credits) preferably four years (90-120 credits), of pre-pharma- PSY120: Fundamentals of Psychology (3 credits) cy education in mathematics and basic sciences such as biology, chemistry and physics. The average GPA Optometry for accepted students is around a 3.5. Students should Doctors of Optometry are independent primary health be sure to complete the specific requirements of the care providers who specialize in the examination, pharmacy college they wish to attend. Most pharmacy diagnosis, treatment, and management of diseases and colleges require students to present scores from the disorders of the visual system, the eye and associated Pharmacy College Admission Test (PCAT). structures. At least three years of pre-optometric study Suggested additional courses of study: is required to attend a school or college of optometry. BIO205: Anatomy and Physiology II (4 credits) Preference is often given to applicants with baccalaure- BUS103: Principles of Accounting I (3 credits) ate or higher degrees. Students interested in optometry BUS210: Principles of Economics I (3 credits) should contact their advisor and the optometry school CHE190: Pharmacology (3 credits) of their choice for specific information about entrance CHE202: Organic Chemistry II (4 credits) requirements. The Optometry Admission Test is re- CHE407: Biochemistry (4 credits) quired for admission and most interested students take MTH220: Calculus I (4 credits) this test the fall before they submit their application to MTH210: Statistics (3 credits)

80 PHY151: General Physics I (4 credits) training and then transfer to a college of medicine for PHY152: General Physics II (4 credits) three more years and receive a doctoral degree in phys- PSY120: Fundamentals of Psychology (3 credits) ical therapy. Students are expected to submit Graduate PSY210: Developmental Psychology (3 credits) Record Exam (GRE) scores. Suggested additional courses of study: Physician Assistant BIO205: Anatomy and Physiology II (4 credits) Although the precise professional role of a physician’s HPM220: Care & Prevention of Athletic Injuries (3 assistant varies with the supervising physician, indi- credits) viduals in this field are prepared to collect medical HPM307: Kinesiology (3 credits) histories, perform routine laboratory tests, administer HPM312: Physiology of Exercise (3 credits) treatments prescribed by the physician, and carry out MTH210: Statistics (3 credits) other functions in keeping with their education. There PHY151: General Physics I (4 credits) are opportunities to specialize in such fields as oncol- PHY152: General Physics II (4 credits) ogy, surgery, and transplants. Most programs require a PSY120: Fundamentals of Psychology (3 credits) baccalaureate degree for admission but applicants are strongly urged to check specific requirements of the Podiatry college or university they wish to attend. Most profes- Podiatry is the branch of the medical arts, which deals sional programs also require the student to document with the examination, diagnosis, treatment, and pre- significant observation hours. The program of stud- vention of diseases and disorders of the human foot. ies is similar to that of medical students, with heavy This treatment may be by medical, surgical, mechani- emphasis on the basic sciences and electives chosen cal, and physical means. Students interested in podia- from the social and behavioral sciences. Overall GPA try should contact their advisor and the college of their of applicants is around a 3.4, but the average cumula- choice about specific requirements. A minimum of 90 tive GPA of accepted students is around a 3.7. Students semester hours is required for entrance into a college are required to submit Graduate Record Exam (GRE) of podiatric medicine. Most successful applicants have scores. completed at least the bachelor’s degree. Most colleges Suggested additional courses of study: require the MCAT. BIO205: Anatomy and Physiology II (4 credits) BIO304: Developmental Biology (4 credits) Radiation Therapy BIO310: Immunology (3 credits) Radiation therapists are trained in the use of high en- CHE202: Organic Chemistry II (4 credits) ergy x-rays in the treatment of cancer and non-malig- CHE407: Biochemistry (4 credits) nant conditions. A minimum of 35 credits is required MTH210: Statistics (3 credits) for entrance into many programs. Students generally PSY120: Fundamentals of Psychology (3 credits) complete 3 years at Midland and then gain acceptance PSY210: Developmental Psychology (3 credits) into and complete a Radiation Therapy program for PSY333: Abnormal Psychology (3 credits) their fourth year. The fourth year can be transferred back to earn a Bachelor’s degree in Natural Science: Physical Therapy Medical Arts from Midland along with a bachelor’s Those wishing to attend a school of physical therapy degree from the Radiation Therapy program. should plan on a minimum of three years of prerequisite work (90 credits) with many students completing Veterinary Science a four-year undergraduate program. Minimal prereq- A minimum of 90 credits is required for admission uisites should include at least two courses of anatomy into most schools of veterinary medicine; a bacca- and physiology, two courses of chemistry and two laureate degree is highly recommended. Course re- courses of physics. Accepted students generally have quirements are similar to those required for entry into a GPA of around a 3.7 and have documented patient medical school, with emphasis on courses in English, interaction hours. They should confer with the school physics, biology, organic and inorganic chemistry of their choice regarding specific requirements for expanded by a broad education. Accepted students admission. Many colleges share programs whereby a generally have a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Students are student can take three years of pre-physical therapy expected to submit GRE or MCAT scores.

81 Suggested additional courses of study: BIO106: Zoology (4 credits) BIO205: Anatomy and Physiology II (4 credits) BIO304: Developmental Biology (4 credits) CHE202: Organic Chemistry II (4 credits) CHE407: Biochemistry (4 credits) MTH210: Statistics (3 credits) PHY151: General Physics I (4 credits) PHY152: General Physics II (4 credits)

Pre-Law Programs In accordance with recommendations from the Asso- ciation of American Law Schools, Midland recognizes that the best preparation for law school is a general liberal arts education. Therefore, the Pre-Law Program is designed to allow the student intending to enter law school flexibility to study in areas of greatest interest to the student while developing those skills necessary to prepare the student for the Law School Admissions Test (LSAT), required for admission into most law schools, and to be successful in future studies and a law career.

Students work closely with their advisor to create a program of study, which will provide the student with a broad foundation in the liberal arts, as well as the opportunity to develop particular skills necessary for training in the law. Every pre-law student’s individualized program of study aims toward the following objectives recommended by the Association of Ameri- can Law Schools: • Development of both written and oral communication skills, including facility in comprehension and expression of the English language; • Acquisition of a thorough, critical understanding of human institutions and values; and • Development of creative, critical, and analytical thinking skills.

82 students will amplify, embellish, or use in combination. Course Descriptions Critiques are done on individual design projects and portfolios involving describing, analyzing, interpreting, ART100: Introduction to Drawing and evaluating works of art. Art design, as a learned Credits: 3 skill, enables students to continue to exercise critical Introduction to Drawing is a participation course em- assessment, evaluation, and appreciation of diverse phasizing drawing as a creative, foundational artistic visual subjects and styles. endeavor. Drawing stresses perceptual development Prerequisites: none through the use of accurate proportion, line, render- Typical Rotation: Fall (all) ing techniques, and aerial and linear perspective. The Additional Attributes: Category A knowledge, understanding, and appreciation of past and contemporary artistic cultural achievement are in- ART120: Art Appreciation tegrated through lecture, image presentation, demon- Credits: 3 stration, and discussion. Drawing subjects include This course is designed to help the student find per- historical, natural, fantasy, and commercial imagery sonal meaning in works of art and develop a better un- using charcoal, conte, ink, marker, pencil, and color derstanding of the nature and validity of art. Emphasis pencil media. is placed on the visual arts. Upon completion of this Prerequisites: none course students will demonstrate knowledge of an art Typical Rotation: Fall (all) related vocabulary and the historical and intercultural Additional Attributes: Category A context of artistic styles; students will gain an appreciation for the aesthetics of the visual arts including the ART102: Introduction to Figure Drawing visual elements and principles of design in a two- and Credits: 3 three-dimensional media; and students will be able This course will provide direction to the student in the to develop an informed personal reaction to the arts area of life drawing. Students will learn basic anatomy, based upon critical analysis of various art forms and an will begin to develop an understanding of the way a appreciation of the artistic processes to complete such figure inhabits space, and will be able to successfully art forms. Class materials will be presented via image reproduce this space in two dimensions. The outstand- presentations, class discussions, hands-on studio work, ing goal of the course is to learn academic, realistic and outside reading assignments. representation of the figure. Therefore, emphasis will Prerequisites: none be on accurately rendering the figure on the page in Typical Rotation: Fall (all) proper proportion. However, good compositions are Additional Attributes: Category A imperative, and conceptual matters will be taken into consideration, as well. Students will work up to devel- ART131: Ceramics - Hand Building oping their own personal style within the confines of Credits: 3 academic figurative art. This aesthetic participation course will expose students Prerequisites: none to the basics of sculptural ceramics. Techniques cov- Typical Rotation: Spring (all) ered will include coil and slab construction. Creative Additional Attributes: Category A surfacing solutions will also be explored. Students will develop sculptural forms both abstract and rep- ART110: Design resentational while being introduced to historical and Credits: 3 contemporary ceramic sculpture through slide lectures Design engages students in critical thinking situations and demonstrations. Through an exploration of form involving an analytical examination of the structuring and surface, students will be taught how to produce of form and the development of concise color theory creative works in clay while gaining an appreciation for in the solving of design problems. Design projects the rich history of sculptural ceramics. are presented through lecture, image presentation, Prerequisites: none demonstration, and discussion of specific problems Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) and instructions, supplemented by textbook support Additional Attributes: Category A readings and examples of basic, visual principles that

83 ART132: Ceramics - Wheel Throwing to develop advanced technical skills. In this class, Credits: 3 students will engage in critical thinking to understand This aesthetic participation course will expose students what makes an ad creative, as well as an effective mar- to the basics of making pottery using a potter’s wheel. keting and advertising tool. Project critiques are done Techniques covered include throwing, trimming, and both individually and in a group. Critiques involve surface solutions. Students will develop utilitarian describing, analyzing, interpreting, and evaluating de- forms like cups, bowls, and vases, while being intro- signs and artwork. Developing a lifelong appreciation duced to historical and contemporary pottery via slide of the visual commercial arts will be a focus. lectures and demonstrations. Through an exploration Prerequisites: Instructor permission of form and surface, students will be taught how to Typical Rotation: Spring (all) produce creative works in clay while gaining an appre- Additional Attributes: Category A ciation for the rich history of utilitarian ceramics. Prerequisites: none ART150: Introduction to Painting Typical Rotation: none Credits: 3 Additional Attributes: Category A This class serves as an introduction to the fundamental concepts and techniques of painting using acrylic ART133: Empty Bowls - Ceramic Art and Civil En- media. The class includes painting from observation, gagement leading to an interpretation and evaluative approach ART133H: Empty Bowls - Ceramic Art and Civil En- to painting, with an emphasis on color theory. This gagement (Honors) course includes vocabulary development, critical Credits: 3 analysis activities, and reference to historic models of This course explores the role of the Arts in social trans- drawing. formation through student involvement in the interna- Prerequisites: none tional grass roots movement, Empty Bowls. Classroom Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and project work will reflect the physical impact the Additional Attributes: Category A arts and studio practice can have on bettering one’s community. Through service-learning, students will ART151: Mixed Media Painting design and make ceramic work, share responsibilities Credits: 3 regarding the Empty Bowls project, and volunteer at This course is an introductory course to working with a hunger relief organization. Students will learn the paint and mixed media. Although paint will be the value of labor and its creative application to real-world primary medium, students will also be using materi- situations. als such as paper, fabric, images, and detritus of mass Prerequisites: none consumption to incorporate into the compositions. Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) Color theory will be used in a practical way in order to Additional Attributes: Category A understand available pigments. There will be an emphasis on color theory, design, composition, and idea ART140: Introduction to Advertising Design development. Students will learn the basic practice of Credits: 3 painting from life. Students will become familiar with This course explores the role of the Arts in society. different types of brushes, mediums, surfaces, and sup- Introduction to Advertising Design prepares students ports. The study of historic and contemporary practice for the advertising and graphic design fields. Students will make up a component of the class; therefore, stu- will gain knowledge and understanding through dents will cover different compositional strategies used lecture, demonstration, critique, and discussion. throughout art history. Experience will be gained through studio projects, Prerequisites: none including indoor and outdoor ads. Software will also Typical Rotation: Spring (all) be a major focus, utilizing industry standard programs Additional Attributes: Category A Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop. Classic and modern design methods will be incorporated into ART160: Introduction to Graphic Illustration projects. Creativity and problem solving skills will also Credits: 3 be explored. Students will produce print ready design This graphic illustration class will explore the tools

84 and techniques of the illustrator in the graphic design these works of art. The study of art history provides the and advertising fields. Students will gain knowledge knowledge, understanding, and appreciation of art and and understanding through lecture, demonstration, architecture in a variety of past and contemporary cul- critique, and discussion. Illustration software will help tural contexts and stimulates appreciation and critical develop advanced technical skills, including Adobe evaluation of creative expression. Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator. Traditional media Prerequisites: none and computer-generated methods will be explored to Typical Rotation: Fall (all) make a wide assortment of studio projects including Additional Attributes: Category A book covers, character illustrations, music posters, product illustrations, and concept drawings. Project ART202: Art History II critiques are completed both individually and as a Credits: 3 group. Critiques involve describing, analyzing, inter- Art History II is a course that surveys artistic sensi- preting, and evaluating designs and artwork. Devel- bilities stressing, through lecture, image presentation, oping a lifelong appreciation of the visual commercial video, and discussion, an awareness of past artistic arts field will be a focus. achievements from the Baroque period through the Prerequisites: none Modern period. Students will develop aesthetic sensi- Typical Rotation: Fall (all) tivity and insight into the major artists and artworks, Additional Attributes: Category A architectural structures, schools of thought and styles by analyzing, interpreting and evaluating these works ART180: Introduction to Graphic Design of art. The study of art history provides the knowledge, Credits: 3 understanding, and appreciation of art and architec- This graphic design class will explore the tools and ture in a variety of past and contemporary cultural techniques of the graphic designer in the graphic contexts and stimulates appreciation and critical evalu- design and advertising fields. Students will gain knowl- ation of creative expression. edge and understanding through lecture, demonstra- Prerequisites: none tion, critique, and discussion. Design software used Typical Rotation: Spring (all) to develop and advance technical skills, will include Additional Attributes: Category A adobe Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator. Computer generated methods will be explored to make a wide ART203: Modern Art History assortment of studio projects and layouts including Credits: 3 logos, brochures, music posters, and product labels. This course surveys modern and contemporary artistic Classic design rules and theories will be explored. sensibilities with emphasis on the artistic achievements Critiques involve describing, analyzing, interpreting, from 18th Century Neo-Classicism to Contemporary and evaluating designs and artwork. Development of Art. a lifelong appreciation for the visual commercial arts Prerequisites: none field will be a focus. Typical Rotation: none Prerequisites: none Additional Attributes: Category A Typical Rotation: Fall (even) Additional Attributes: Category A ART219: Introduction to Sculpture Credits: 3 ART201: Art History I This aesthetic participation class is an introduction Credits: 3 to basic sculptural processes of modeling, carving, Art History I is a course that surveys artistic sensibil- and casting. The objective of this course is to explore ities stressing, through lecture, image presentation, three-dimensional space through a variety of media video, and discussion, an awareness of past artistic and techniques. Beyond technical applications students achievements from Prehistoric civilizations through are expected to develop personal ideas – stressing cre- the Baroque period. Students will develop aesthet- ativity and inventiveness. ic sensitivity and insight into the major artists and Prerequisites: none artworks, architectural structures, schools of thought Typical Rotation: Spring (all) and styles by analyzing, interpreting, and evaluating Additional Attributes: Category A

85 Typical Rotation: none ART300: Introduction to Printmaking Additional Attributes: none Credits: 3 Introduction to Printmaking explores the different ART340: Intermediate Sculpture printmaking processes of monoprints, relief (wood- Credits: 3 cut), and intaglio. The course will introduce you to This course offers a continuing study of sculpture various tools, materials, and techniques fundamental techniques that is more in-depth than those techniques to the discipline, and will explore the medium through mastered in ART219: Introduction to Sculpture. various directed assignments. The course aims to Prerequisites: ART219 increase your knowledge and understanding of print- Typical Rotation: none making, create aesthetic awareness and creative insight Additional Attributes: none through class discussion and critiques. Prerequisites: none ART360: Intermediate Graphic Illustration Typical Rotation: Interterm (all) Credits: 3 Additional Attributes: none Intermediate Graphic Illustration is an extension of ART160. This course is offered only as a directed study, ART310: Intermediate Painting which necessitates independent work and the alloca- Credits: 3 tion of studio time. There are six required projects. This class is a continuing study of painting techniques The knowledge, understanding, and appreciation of that is more in-depth than those techniques mastered contemporary and past artistic cultural achievement in ART150: Introduction to Painting. There are four are integrated through demonstration and discussion. required painting projects. Students will, generally, Critiques are done on individual projects and portfo- work from their own photographs and/or drawings to lios involving describing, analyzing, interpreting, and guarantee the originality of the idea. evaluating works of art. Through the practice of graph- Prerequisites: ART150 ic illustration, students will develop aesthetic discern- Typical Rotation: none ment and judgment, as well as the methodology for Additional Attributes: none integrating graphic illustration arts with other content areas. An intermediate working knowledge of graphic ART320: Intermediate Drawing design software is needed. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: ART160 Intermediate drawing is a continuing study of drawing Typical Rotation: none techniques that is more in-depth than those techniques Additional Attributes: none mastered in ART100: Introduction to Drawing. This course is offered only as a directed study, which neces- ART370: Intermediate Advertising Design sitates independent work and the allocation of studio Credits: 3 time. There are six specific projects, although these Intermediate Advertising Design is an extension of subjects may be substituted or individualized. Students ART140: Introduction to Advertising Design. This will work from their own photographs and/or sketches course is offered only as a directed study, which ne- to guarantee originality of the idea. cessitates independent work and the allocation of Prerequisites: ART100 studio time. There are two required projects. Technical Typical Rotation: none skills like basic HTML are developed. The knowledge, Additional Attributes: none understanding, and appreciation of contemporary and past artistic cultural achievement are integrat- ART330: Intermediate Ceramics ed through lecture, demonstration, and discussion. Credits: 3 Critiques are done on individual projects and port- Intermediate Ceramics provides a continuing study of folios involving describing, analyzing, interpreting, ceramic techniques that is more in-depth than those and evaluating works of art. Through the practice of techniques mastered in ART131: Ceramics - Hand advertising, design students will develop aesthetic Building or ART132: Ceramics - Wheel Throwing. discernment and judgment, as well as the methodolo- Prerequisites: ART131 or ART132 gy for integrating design arts with other content areas.

86 An intermediate working knowledge of graphic design Credits: 3 software is needed. Advanced Graphic Design is an advanced and inde- Prerequisites: ART140 and ART160 pendent course of study in graphic design in which Typical Rotation: none the individual specializes on a particular project or Additional Attributes: none group of projects established in coordination with the instructor. ART380: Intermediate Graphic Design Prerequisites: ART380 Credits: 3 Typical Rotation: none A continued study and more in-depth study of Graphic Additional Attributes: none Design, this class emphasizes competency in research, production, and presentation of advanced-level proj- ART418: Advanced Drawing ects which encompass the graphic visual communica- Credits: 3 tion issues addressed in earlier courses. Students will This course of study in drawing places an emphasis on have the opportunity to begin to organize their portfo- specialization in idea, media, and unique stylization. lios. Prerequisites: ART320 Prerequisites: ART180 Typical Rotation: none Typical Rotation: none Additional Attributes: none Additional Attributes: none ART420: Art Thesis ART412: Advanced Sculpture Credits: 3 Credits: 3 Art Thesis is an integrative year-long course to be tak- This is an advanced sculpture course with emphasis on en during the student’s senior year. The content of the the development of unique projects, stylization, and fall semester stresses oral and written discourse on the advanced technical and conceptual skills. Projects and visual arts and preparation of students for professional course of study is to be established in coordination goals. with the instructor. Prerequisites: Senior standing Prerequisites: ART340 Typical Rotation: Fall (all) Typical Rotation: none Additional Attributes: W Course Additional Attributes: none ART421: Thesis Exhibition ART413: Advanced Painting Credits: 1 Credits: 3 Art Thesis is an integrative year-long course to be tak- Advanced Painting is a course of study in painting with en during the student’s senior year. The spring semes- emphasis on the development of unique stylization and ter will be self-directed with each student preparing for more advanced technical and conceptual skills. and executing their senior thesis exhibition. Prerequisites: ART310 Prerequisites: Senior standing Typical Rotation: none Typical Rotation: Spring (all) Additional Attributes: none Additional Attributes: W Course

ART414: Advanced Ceramics ART450: Independent Study Credits: 3 Credits: 1 to 3 This is an advanced and independent course of study ART450 offers an in-depth study based on techniques in ceramics in which the individual specializes on a mastered in foundation or introductory art courses, a particular project or group of projects established in continuation of intermediate or advanced level cours- coordination with the instructor. es, or an opportunity to engage in an art related studio Prerequisites: ART330 activity that is extracurricular. The course of study Typical Rotation: none must be designed by the supervising professor and stu- Additional Attributes: none dent. An independent study form must document this intended course of study and be approved by Academ- ART415: Advanced Graphic Design ic Affairs.

87 Prerequisite: Permission by Application Additional Attributes: Lab Science Proficiency Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval Additional Attributes: none BIO100L: Principles of Environmental Science Lab Credits: 0 ART496: Research Required laboratory section Credits: 1 to 3 This course is designed for students wishing to focus BIO103: Principles of Biology on, and complete, directed research such as that re- Credits: 4 quired for a research course or thesis. Students in good Through laboratory and class experiences, students standing may register for this course upon consulta- will gain knowledge of the many diverse fields of biol- tion with their advisor and faculty and after gaining ogy including cellular and molecular biology, genetics, approval from Academic Affairs. botany, zoology, classification, ecology, evolution, and Prerequisites: Junior standing and Permission by environmental science. Students will examine these Application areas and understand how they are interconnected in Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval a sustainable Earth. This course is recommended for Additional Attributes: none non-science majors and does not meet Biology major requirements. ART499: Art Internship Prerequisite: High school biology course Credits: 1 to 3 Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) Art internships are carefully planned, supervised work Additional Attributes: Lab Science Proficiency experiences with academic credit. The primary purpose is to give students an opportunity to apply and BIO103L: Principles of Biology Lab extend the theoretical knowledge that they have gained Credits: 0 in the classroom to a practical work experience and Required laboratory section methodology for integrating commercial art with other content areas. Evaluations of the student’s performance BIO106: General Zoology in the work place will be done by the professor in Credits: 4 conjunction with the supervisor involving describing, This course uses the study of animals to emphasize analyzing, interpreting, and evaluating works of com- the interrelationship of all life forms and discusses mercial art. Secondary benefits to the students include the basic natural and physical laws that govern all life, the opportunity to test one’s suitability to a vocational genetic and developmental processes and evolution- field, promote marketability, and establish contacts ary diversity, interactions of animals with one another with prospective employers. and with the environment, and animal classification. Prerequisites: Permission by Application Students learn that all living organisms are partners in Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval the sharing of the resources of this planet and that they Additional Attributes: none have special responsibilities toward their environment. The laboratory component uses the scientific meth- BIO100: Principles of Environmental Science od whereby students make observations, formulate Credits: 4 hypotheses and perform tests/experiments. Laboratory This course exposes students to the foundations of included. scientific inquiry and methodology, ecology and envi- Prerequisites: none ronmental studies. The laboratory portion of the class Typical Rotation: Spring (even) introduces several investigative tools. Students learn a Additional Attributes: Lab Science Proficiency broad base of environmental science knowledge to understand and investigate environmental science issues BIO106L: General Zoology Lab and are challenged to become a part of the solution to Credits: 0 current environmental challenges. Laboratory includ- Required laboratory section ed. Prerequisites: none BIO110: Bioethics Typical Rotation: Spring (all) Credits: 3

88 This course in moral responsibility examines the re- Credits: 4 lationship between our biological nature and realistic The structure, biochemistry, physiology, and repro- knowledge of the biological world and the formulation duction of the cell are studied. This course along with of policies designed to promote the social good. The BIO125 provides the foundational knowledge for biol- course introduces the philosophical, moral, and ethical ogy majors and minors. Laboratory included. foundations for making value judgments, emphasizing Prerequisites: none the Christian perspective. Some of the major social Typical Rotation: Spring (all) problems in this and the next century will have signifi- Additional Attributes: Lab Science Proficiency cant biological components associated with them. Pos- sible topics include the potential uses and misuses of BIO126L: General Biology II Lab biotechnology, the appropriate use of natural resources Credits: 0 and the role of the public in deciding scientific policy. Required laboratory section Students study responses of communities, institutions, and governments to these problems and formulate a BIO190: Survey of Human Anatomy and Physiology personal ethic reflecting the concepts presented. Credits: 4 Prerequisites: none Overview of human anatomy and physiology designed Typical Rotation: Interterm (even) for non-science and non-nursing majors. Emphasis Additional Attributes: none is on an overview of the relationships between the structures and functions in each body system as well BIO120: Contemporary Issues in Nutrition as the interrelationships among all body systems in the Credits: 3 maintenance of homeostasis. This course teaches students more about themselves, Prerequisites: Sophomore standing or Instructor Per- their health status, and to be better able to apply the in- mission formation to improve their health. Emphasis will be on Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) the importance of behavior in terms of understanding Additional Attributes: Lab Science Proficiency one’s food choices and changing one’s diet. Prerequisites: none BIO190L: Survey of Human Anatomy and Physiology Typical Rotation: Spring (even) Lab Additional Attributes: none Credits: 0 Required laboratory section BIO125: General Biology I Credits: 4 BIO192: Forensic Science This course introduces biology majors to study of Credits: 3 biology as a process. Students will explore biology at This course introduces the applied technique of iden- the level of organisms and populations as it relates to tifying, collecting and analyzing potential crime scene homeostasis and physiological systems of organisms, evidence. Topics may include securing the crime scene, the evolution of life, and ecology. Through lectures, evidence identification and collection, latent finger- problem-based learning, and inquiry-driven laborato- print analysis, blood spatter analysis, DNA analysis, ries, students will not only learn information that will trace substance analysis, questioned documents anal- serve as a basis for their following coursework, but will ysis, ballistics analysis, forensic pathology, forensic become working scientists. anthropology, toxicology, serology, and computer Prerequisites: High school biology course forensics. Recommended Preparation: High school Typical Rotation: Fall (all) biology and chemistry Additional Attributes: Lab Science Proficiency Prerequisites: none Typical Rotation: Fall (even) BIO125L: General Biology I Lab Additional Attributes: none Credits: 0 Required laboratory section BIO204: Anatomy and Physiology I Credits: 4 BIO126: General Biology II This course presents the normal structure and function

89 of the individual organ systems of the human body in- tunities, and the exploration of the different medical cluding the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, disciplines. sensory, and endocrine systems. Laboratory included. Prerequisites: none Prerequisites: Sophomore standing, Nursing major, or Typical Rotation: Interterm (odd) Instructor Permission Additional Attributes: none Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) Additional Attributes: Lab Science Proficiency BIO209L: Medical Terminology Lab Credits: 1 BIO204L: Anatomy and Physiology I Lab This optional third credit for BIO209 is available and Credits: 0 may involve guest lectures, shadowing opportunities, Required laboratory section and the exploration of the different medical disciplines. Prerequisites: none BIO205: Anatomy and Physiology II Typical Rotation: Interterm (odd) Credits: 4 Additional Attributes: none This course presents the normal structure and function of the individual organ systems of the human body in- BIO210: Topics in Biology cluding the circulatory, respiratory, digestive, urinary, Credits: 3 and reproductive systems. Laboratory included. This course is designed to encompass beginning topics Prerequisites: BIO204 or Instructor Permission in biology. Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) Prerequisites: none Additional Attributes: Lab Science Proficiency Typical Rotation: Interterm (odd) Additional Attributes: none BIO205L: Anatomy and Physiology II Lab Credits: 0 BIO212: Experiencing Biomes in a Zoo Required laboratory section Credits: 3 Students will be introduced to the concept of biomes, BIO207: Normal Nutrition inter-specific interactions, and ecological relationships BIO207H: Normal Nutrition (Honors) (with field trips to the Henry Doorly Zoo in Omaha to Credits: 3 observe some of these relationships first-hand). Stu- This course is the study of the nutrients in foods and dents will explore the impact of climate (temperature the healthy body’s handling of those nutrients, includ- and precipitation) patterns on plant/animal adapta- ing the process of digestion, absorption, transport, tions that are characteristic of the different biomes. and metabolism. Nutrition is viewed in the context of Students will also gain insights into Omaha Zoo’s human need for nourishment, which sustains life, pro- various exhibits from a Biomes perspective. motes growth, replaces loss, and provides energy. Prerequisites: none Prerequisites: BIO190 or BIO205 Typical Rotation: Interterm (even) Typical Rotation: Fall (all) Additional Attributes: none Additional Attributes: none BIO215: Microbiology BIO209: Medical Terminology BIO215H: Microbiology (Honors) Credits: 2 Credits: 4 Medical Terminology is the in-depth study of medical Microbiology is the study of morphology, classifica- based vocabulary. The definition, pronunciation, and tion, physiology, cultivation, and control of bacteria, proper usage of Greek and Latin root words, prefixes, viruses and other microorganisms. The relationship of suffixes, and combining vowels will be examined with- microorganisms to the disease process and the re- in a medical context. This material will also help the sponse of individuals to infectious agents (resistance student interpret unfamiliar terms they may encoun- and immunity) are emphasized. Laboratory included. ter in the future. This course is well suited for anyone Prerequisites: BIO125 or BIO126 or Nursing major interested in the medical field. A third credit is avail- Typical Rotation: Fall (all) able and may involve guest lectures, shadowing oppor- Additional Attributes: none

90 BIO304: Developmental Biology BIO215L: Microbiology Lab Credits: 3 Credits: 0 This course investigates the cellular and molecular Required laboratory section mechanisms of development, from the formation of germ cells and fertilization, through embryonic devel- BIO220: Pathophysiology opment, and up through post-embryonic development, Credits: 3 senescence, and death, with an emphasis on compari- In BIO220, the student is introduced to the concepts of sons of systems that illustrate common developmental human disease. Content will cover the altered structure strategies. Laboratory work will focus on invertebrate and function of the body, prevalence, risk factors, signs and vertebrate specimens. and symptoms, diagnosis, prognosis, complications, Prerequisites: BIO126 and treatment options for selected diseases. Typical Rotation: Spring (all) Prerequisites: BIO205 and BIO215 or Instructor Per- Additional Attributes: none mission Typical Rotation: Spring (all) BIO305: Genetics Additional Attributes: none BIO305H: Genetics (Honors) Credits: 4 BIO225: Nutrition in the Community This course is intended to actively develop students’ Credits: 3 critical thinking skills in the application of current This course is designed to assist students in under- genetic knowledge and laboratory techniques to the standing the complexities of developing effective pro- study of inheritance in plants and animals, with special grams and services to improve the health and nutrition emphasis on human traits. Students conduct experi- for all segment of society. Health results from the ments involving interpretation, problem solving, anal- interaction of biology, behavior (lifestyle), the environ- yses, and syntheses to demonstrate molecular, genetic, ment and health care. Each of the four factors provides and inheritance properties using yeast, bacteria and/ different types of opportunities for interventions. or Drosophila. Laboratory exercises include classical This may involve the community nutritionist work- genetic experiments with Drosophila and plants as well ing directly with people, assisting in policy making or as molecular genetic experiments. Laboratory includ- providing quality health care through federal, state or ed. municipal government programs. Prerequisites: BIO125 and BIO126 Prerequisites: none Typical Rotation: Spring (all) Typical Rotation: Fall (all) Additional Attributes: none Additional Attributes: none BIO305L: Genetics Lab BIO300: Ecology and Field Biology Credits: 0 Credits: 4 Required laboratory section This course integrates elements of biology, mathematics, microbiology, and other sciences as students study BIO306: Biology of Aging the relationships between organisms and the abiotic Credits: 3 and biotic components of their environment. Field This course will include the physiological changes with work includes sampling techniques commonly em- aging, relationships between nutrition and disease, ployed in the collection and analysis of ecological data. risk factors associated with poor nutritional status, Prerequisites: BIO125 drug-nutrient interactions, nutritional assessments, Typical Rotation: Fall (odd) and nutritional interventions with compromised func- Additional Attributes: W Course tioning of the various body systems. The role of anti- oxidants in aging, cancer, and abuses of supplements BIO300L: Ecology and Field Biology Lab by the older client will also be discussed. This course Credits: 0 will address the five “spheres of wellness” for longevity: Required laboratory section physical, mental, kinship/social, spiritual, and material. Prerequisites: BIO190 or BIO205

91 Typical Rotation: Spring (odd) Credits: 3 Additional Attributes: none This is a course focusing on one of those influential pieces of the lifestyle that impacts the developmental BIO308: General Botany process at every stage from conception to death. The Credits: 4 course will contribute to the preparation of profes- General Botany introduces the scope and diversity of sionals who work in both individual and community photosynthetic monera, photosynthetic Protista, fungi, health programs. Nutritional needs are resented on the and plants with respect to their structure, physiology, basis of both physical growth and psychosocial devel- ecology, and evolution. Laboratory included. opment. Prerequisites: BIO103 or BIO125 Prerequisites: BIO207 Typical Rotation: Fall (even) Typical Rotation: Fall (all) Additional Attributes: none Additional Attributes: none

BIO308L: General Botany Lab BIO410: Topics in Biology Credits: 0 Credits: 3 Required laboratory section This course is designed to encompass advanced topics in biology. BIO310: Immunology Prerequisites: Instructor Permission BIO310H: Immunology (Honors) Typical Rotation: none Credits: 3 Additional Attributes: none Immunology is the study of the immune response and general resistance factors that enable organisms to BIO420: Biology Capstone Experience withstand challenges of foreign agents. Major emphasis Credits: 2 is on the human response, but important compara- The Biology Capstone Experience involves students tive immunological studies are also discussed. Topics understanding the process of performing hypothesis include innate and nonspecific resistance, antigenic -driven research by evaluating a topic and devising a properties, humeral immunity (antibody diversity), testable hypothesis, writing a National Science Foun- cellular immunity, immunogenetics, hypersensitivity, dation (NSF) style grant, performing the proposed and other immunological disorders. research project, and creating a poster presentation of Prerequisites: BIO215 or Instructor Permission the research. A substitution may be granted for this Typical Rotation: Spring (all) course by completing an external research project with Additional Attributes: none presentation approved by the Biology Department. Prerequisite: Senior standing or Instructor Permission BIO316: Neurobiology Typical Rotation: Spring (all), Fall (with permission Credits: 4 only) This course is an introduction to neurobiology em- Additional Attributes: none phasizing the molecular organization, chemistry, and physiology of the neuron, how neurons are organized BIO426: Marine Ecology into functional circuits, and how these functional cir- Credits: 3 cuits process information and control both normal and Marine ecology is the study of the physics, chemistry, abnormal behavior. Laboratory included. and ecology of the world’s oceans, marine harbors, and Prerequisites: BIO126 and BIO204 ocean shorelines. This course will focus on the ecology Typical Rotation: none of rocky and sandy shores, diverse coral reefs, man- Additional Attributes: none grove islands, and off shore islands. This course will provide intensive field observations via wading, snor- BIO316L: Neurobiology Lab keling, and scuba diving. Credits: 0 Prerequisites: BIO100, BIO103, BIO125, or BIO126; Required laboratory section BIO106 or BIO308; or Instructor Permission Typical Rotation: none BIO320: Nutrition throughout the Life Span Additional Attributes: none

92 corporate transactions, investments, long-term liabili- BIO450: Independent Study ties, cash flows, budgeting, and costing systems. Credits: 1 to 3 Prerequisites: BUS103 This course of study must be designed by the super- Typical Rotation: Spring (all) vising professor and student. An independent study Additional Attributes: none request must document this intended course of study and be approved by Academic Affairs. BUS160: Business Ethics Prerequisites: Permission by application Credits: 3 Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval This course draws from a variety of ethical sources, Additional Attributes: none including Christianity, Humanism, Kantian, Utilitari- an, and Existentialism, to create a decision metric for BIO496: Research moral and ethical decision-making in business activ- Credits: 1 to 3 ities. This metric is applied at the Societal, Organiza- This course is designed for students wishing to focus tional, and Individual level. Both theoretical and actual on, and complete, directed research such as that re- cases are used to illustrate various moral dilemmas in quired for a research course or thesis. Students in good the business world. standing may register for this course upon consulta- Prerequisites: none tion with their advisor and faculty and after gaining Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) approval from Academic Affairs. Additional Attributes: none Prerequisites: Junior standing and Permission by Application BUS201: Managerial Cost Accounting Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval Credits: 3 Additional Attributes: none This course is an introduction to cost accounting and analysis tools utilized by business managers. The BIO499: Biology Internship course is designed for business students concentrat- Credits: 1 to 3 ing in management or marketing. Topics include cost Students are placed with on-site professionals who behavior, cost-profit-volume analysis, budgets, capital manage their workload and oversee their performance, budgeting, and other decision-making tools. much like an employment setting. Prerequisites: BUS103 and BUS104 Prerequisites: Permission by Application Typical Rotation: Spring (odd) Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval Additional Attributes: none Additional Attributes: none BUS203: Intermediate Accounting I BUS103: Principles of Accounting I Credits: 3 Credits: 3 Intermediate Accounting provides a basic review of This course introduces the student to the important accounting processes and statements. The course in- role of accounting in today’s business world through cludes detailed study of current assets, current liabil- the study of basic accounting principles. Topics include ities, investments in productive resources, corporate journals, ledgers, financial statement preparation, accounting and analysis, and interpretation of account- adjusting entries, inventory, financing, internal control, ing data. and long-term assets. Prerequisites: BUS103 and BUS104 Prerequisites: none Typical Rotation: Fall (even) Typical Rotation: Fall (all) Additional Attributes: none Additional Attributes: none BUS204: Intermediate Accounting II BUS104: Principles of Accounting II Credits: 3 Credits: 3 As a continuation of BUS203, this course covers the This course is a study of the application of accounting reevaluation of plant and equipment, intangible assets, principles in partnerships, corporations and the man- liabilities, stockholders’ equity, statement of changes in ufacturing industry. Topics include partnership and financial condition, financial statement analyses, state-

93 ments from incomplete records, correction of errors, nomic analysis, including a survey of the theories that and price level change effects. attempt to explain individual consumer demand and Prerequisites: BUS203 supply, and the determination of price and output. The Typical Rotation: Spring (odd) principles of production theory and resource alloca- Additional Attributes: none tion between alternative uses, as determined by the price system, are also emphasized. We will use many BUS208: Business Communications current economic issues that affect the individual mak- Credits: 3 ing economic choices in the real world today. Methods and procedures in communication are cov- Prerequisites: none ered in this course. Practice in developing abilities to Typical Rotation: Spring (all) handle business communications and business reports Additional Attributes: none as well as study of the communication problems in business organizations are included. Students are given BUS216: Financial Well-Being numerous writing assignments throughout the course. Credits: 3 Evaluation of written work is based on style, form, and This personal well-being course relates the basics of content. financial planning to the holistic well-being of the Prerequisites: none individual. The students become aware of the impact Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) of personal budgets, long- and short- term financial Additional Attributes: W Course planning, including health and retirement concerns, on a person’s mind, body, and spirit. The students gain BUS209: Governmental Accounting skills in financial planning as a means toward personal Credits: 3 stability and stewardship toward others. This course studies the accounting principles and Prerequisites: none methods utilized by state/local governments and other Typical Rotation: Fall (all) non-profit entities. The course focuses on recording Additional Attributes: none transactions using fund accounting and the preparation and interpretation of governmental financial BUS217: Principles of Management statements. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: BUS103 and BUS104 Principles of Management is a foundation course for Typical Rotation: Interterm (even) the beginning student of business administration with Additional Attributes: none emphasis on conceptual framework and empirical findings. Both the traditional and behavioral view- BUS210: Principles of Economics I points are studied. BUS210H: Principles of Economics I (Honors) Prerequisites: none Credits: 3 Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) This course deals with the national economy, including Additional Attributes: none the monetary system, financial markets, labor markets, and the government. Students learn how economists BUS230: Global Business measure the volume of interaction with the various Credits: 3 economic agents and institutions and how these inter- This is a survey course of International Business cover- actions affect people and their potential for fulfillment ing business/government relations, social and cultural within society. Particular attention is given to inflation, boundaries on business, and historical and economic unemployment, and standards of living. trends affecting global business. The goal of the class Prerequisites: none is to enhance the student’s appreciation of business as Typical Rotation: Fall (all) a force for change (both good and bad) in the world Additional Attributes: none today. Prerequisites: none BUS211: Principles of Economics II Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) Credits: 3 Additional Attributes: none This class will cover the basic principles of microeco-

94 BUS240: Special Topics in Business ers. With millions of users on Twitter, LinkedIn, and Credits: 3 literally billions of users on Facebook, it is no wonder This course is offered to students in any major. Includ- that businesses want to join the Online conversation. ed within the course are introductory to intermedi- This course will provide an understanding of Internet ate-level topics that may be currently emerging in the marketing, identifying the proper social media plat- field of business and/or of particular interest to stu- form for customer engagement, and measure business dents, but are not currently included in regular course results. Students will understand the characteristics of offerings. social media and how speed, reach, and visibility has Prerequisites: none completely changed how we communicate. A hands- Typical Rotation: Interterm (all) on approach will be implemented as students engage Additional Attributes: none Online in a social media platform. Prerequisites: none BUS242: Principles of Marketing Typical Rotation: Spring (even) Credits: 3 Additional Attributes: none This is a basic course in the nature and operation of the marketing structure. Students will study methods BUS303: Cost Accounting I of marketing consumer goods, both domestically and Credits: 3 globally, with an emphasis on marketing functions This course examines the cost accounting techniques and current marketing issues in today’s dynamic and used by management accountants. Topics include turbulent markets. cost-volume-profit analysis, job costing systems, activ- Prerequisites: none ity based costing, flexible budgeting, variance analysis, Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) inventory costing methods, and management decision Additional Attributes: none making. Prerequisites: BUS103 and BUS104 BUS244: Management Procedures and Information Typical Rotation: Fall (odd) Processing Additional Attributes: none Credits: 3 This course provides students with a basic under- BUS311: Quantitative Methods standing of the principles and applications of business BUS311H: Quantitative Methods (Honors) management procedures in the office while equipping Credits: 3 them with the critical thinking skills to make decisions BUS311 provides an application of quantitative meth- and to solve job related problems. Specific activities ods to the solution of business problems and deci- and assignments involving critical thinking skills are sion-making. Such topics as marginal analysis, price completed throughout the course. Students engage in demand functions, production control, cost, revenue, actual office situations under simulated conditions and and operations management for business decisions are use critical thinking skills to: (1) define the problem; discussed. (2) collect relevant data to solve the problem; (3) rec- Prerequisites: MTH210 ognize assumptions regarding the situation; (4) select Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) several alternatives for possible solutions; (5) evaluate Additional Attributes: none and select the most appropriate solution; and (6) justify their decision. BUS326: Entrepreneurship Prerequisites: none Credits: 3 Typical Rotation: Interterm (all) and Spring (all) This course is designed to help students learn the Additional Attributes: none “full-cycle” process of turning an idea into a product, with emphasis on the various methods of intelligently BUS257: Social Media Marketing and Management evaluating start-up opportunities. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: none Social media represents one of the most significant cul- Typical Rotation: Fall (even) and Spring (odd) tural shifts in communication and has fundamentally Additional Attributes: none impacted the way business interacts with their custom-

95 BUS331: Total Quality Management Prerequisites: BUS242 Credits: 3 Typical Rotation: Fall (all) This course looks at Total Quality Management as a Additional Attributes: none continuous, seamless process in which all aspects of the successful business venture are involved. Tools BUS350: Business Presentations and techniques in the management and measurement BUS350H: Business Presentations (Honors) of quality, productivity, and competitiveness will be Credits: 3 emphasized. Business Presentations offers an introduction is given Prerequisites: BUS217 on the nature, function and scope of public speaking Typical Rotation: Fall (odd) as a means of communication. Emphasis will be placed Additional Attributes: none on learning strategies and tools to plan, develop and deliver dynamic business presentations. This is a labo- BUS334: Labor Relations ratory-type, student participation course with empha- Credits: 3 sis on learning-by-doing. Labor Relations is a study of practical and theoretical Prerequisites: SPE110, SPE210, or SPE250 knowledge of the relations that exist between manage- Typical Rotation: Fall (all) ment and unions. Major areas of inquiry center on the Additional Attributes: none historical, legal, and administrative aspects of collective bargaining. BUS361: Financial Management Prerequisites: none Credits: 3 Typical Rotation: Spring (even) Financial Management builds on accounting knowl- Additional Attributes: none edge by requiring students to use accounting information in financial decision-making situations. Topics BUS343: Retail Marketing include leverage, ratio analysis, forecasting, time value Credits: 3 of money, capital budgeting, cost of capital, capital This course provides an overview of retailing require- structure, sources of financing, and working capital ments, buying and selling, store management and measurement. Stock market and “efficiency” theories organization, policy establishment, customer service, of stock prices will be emphasized. and various problems found in retailing. Prerequisites: BUS103, BUS104, and Junior Standing Prerequisites: BUS242 Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) Typical Rotation: Spring (odd) Additional Attributes: none Additional Attributes: none BUS370: Global Finance BUS346: Consumer Behavior Credits: 3 BUS346H: Consumer Behavior (Honors) This course provides a comprehensive understanding Credits: 3 of the mechanics and policy implications of financial Consumer behavior offers a qualitative and quantita- market linkages between countries by examining ex- tive analysis of the behavior of the consumer and the change rate determination, exchange rate systems and consumer decision-making process. speculative attacks, and appropriate policy choices and Prerequisites: BUS242 their effects. The intent is to provide the knowledge Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and skills needed for managers of firms engaged in Additional Attributes: none sales, direct investments or financing in today’s turbulent global market. BUS348: Advertising Prerequisites: BUS361 Credits: 3 Typical Rotation: Interterm (even) This course will cover the study of the significance of Additional Attributes: none advertising and promotion as it relates to marketing. Such topics as media selection, test markets, govern- BUS380: Topics in Contemporary Finance ment regulations affecting advertising and publicity are Credits: 3 covered. This course will stimulate interest and critical thinking

96 in current issues in finance, including corporate gover- vendors and customers, and a review of SEC reporting nance policies, market efficiency, and the growth and requirements. implications of government-owned sovereign wealth Prerequisites: BUS103 and BUS104 funds. Typical Rotation: Spring (odd) Prerequisites: none Additional Attributes: none Typical Rotation: Interterm (odd) Additional Attributes: none BUS406: Auditing Credits: 3 BUS402: Cost Accounting II The duties and responsibilities of auditors, methods Credits: 3 of conducting various kinds of audits, audit working This course uses previously learned material as well papers, preparation of the audit report, the auditor’s as new concepts and tools to apply critical thinking certificate, and special problems in the audit of differ- skills to business situations. Students work with busi- ent kinds of enterprises are covered in this course. ness problems such as motivation, rewards, capacity Prerequisites: BUS103 and BUS104 constraints, budgeting, and product costing to develop Typical Rotation: Fall (even) potential courses of action, scrutinize data, and test Additional Attributes: none and justify conclusions. Prerequisites: BUS303 BUS407: Accounting Information Systems Typical Rotation: Spring (even) Credits: 3 Additional Attributes: none This course includes a review of tax, accounting, and audit software packages in use for the accumulation BUS403: Federal Taxes I of necessary financial information. In addition, the Credits: 3 paper flow of information throughout an organization This course is a study of the theory of income taxes before entering the software and the internal controls from the accounting standpoint, accounting principles necessary to ensure that the information is reliable and involved in laws and regulation, preparation of feder- relevant, are reviewed. al, individual, fiduciary and partnership returns, and Prerequisites: BUS103 and BUS104 administrative procedures. Typical Rotation: Interterm (odd) Prerequisites: BUS103 and BUS104 Additional Attributes: none Typical Rotation: Fall (odd) Additional Attributes: none BUS409: Principles of Selling Credits: 3 BUS404: Federal Taxes II Fundamentals of selling from prospecting for poten- BUS404H: Federal Tax II (Honors) tial customers to the follow up process after the sale Credits: 3 are presented. The connection between Relationship BUS404 covers federal tax problems on withholding, Selling and Relationship Management will be empha- inventories, installment sales, partnerships, estates and sized. Communication, selling, and negotiation tech- trusts, corporations, filing tax returns, getting refunds, niques will be taught, and through class presentations, social security tax, federal estate tax, and federal gift demonstrated by students. tax. Prerequisites: BUS242 Prerequisites: BUS403 Typical Rotation: Fall (all) Typical Rotation: Spring (even) Additional Attributes: none Additional Attributes: none BUS413: Business Law I BUS405: Financial Accounting Credits: 3 Credits: 3 An introduction to law, social forces and legal rights, This course is a study of partnership accounting and contracts, agency and employment, commercial paper financial statement preparation, accounting for merg- and personal property, and bailment are present in the ers and acquisitions including consolidated financial course. statements, accounting for transactions with foreign Prerequisites: none

97 Typical Rotation: Fall (all) Credits: 3 Additional Attributes: none This capstone course is required of all business administration majors with either marketing, management, BUS414: Business Law II or accounting concentration. The course is designed to Credits: 3 strengthen the students’ ability to conceptualize, ana- Sales, security devices and insurance, partnerships, lyze and synthesize information, and apply their con- corporations, real property and environment, estates clusions in a variety of business scenarios. Case study and bankruptcy, and government and business are methodology is the primary teaching method used, included in this course. requiring the student to: 1) identify the problem, ex- Prerequisites: none tracting it from irrelevant “noise” or mere symptoms; Typical Rotation: Spring (all) 2) determine the relevant information that will lead to Additional Attributes: none a solution; 3) highlight all assumptions (both implied and explicit) flowing from the relevant information; 4) BUS417: Organizational Behavior generate a list of focused solutions and make a selec- Credits: 3 tion from this list; and 5) anticipate the impact of their This course consists of an analysis of organizational choice on the business operations, judging both their behavior from the behavioral science viewpoint. Stress conclusions and the validity of their steps 1-4. is placed on the following areas: theories of motiva- Prerequisites: Senior tion, social exchange, interaction, leadership, political Typical Rotation: Spring (all) behavior within the organization, and organizational Additional Attributes: none change. Prerequisites: BUS217 BUS450: Independent Study Typical Rotation: Spring (all) Credits: 1 to 3 Additional Attributes: none This course of study must be designed by the supervising professor and student. An independent study BUS434: Marketing Research request must document this intended course of study Credits: 3 and be approved by Academic Affairs. Market Research is a study of the basic concepts and Prerequisites: Permission by application techniques of marketing research used by marketers in Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval solving problems of marketing policies, products, pro- Additional Attributes: none motions, distribution, and price. Research techniques, including instrument construction, determination of BUS496: Research market potentials, analysis, and interpretation of find- Credits: 1 to 3 ings and reporting of data, are studied. This course is designed for students wishing to focus Prerequisites: BUS242 on, and complete, directed research such as that re- Typical Rotation: Spring (all) quired for a research course or thesis. Students in good Additional Attributes: none standing may register for this course upon consultation with their advisor and faculty and after gaining BUS440: Seminar in Selected Topics in Business approval from Academic Affairs. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: Junior standing and Permission by The course is offered for students from any major. In- Application cluded within the course are intermediate to advanced Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval topics that may be currently emerging in the field of Additional Attributes: none business and/or of particular interest to students, but are not currently included in regular course offerings. BUS499: Business Internship Prerequisites: Junior standing Credits: 1 to 3 Typical Rotation: Interterm (all) It is highly recommended that a business student Additional Attributes: none participate in an internship during his/her collegiate career at Midland University. BUS442: Business Policy

98 CHE103: General Chemistry I Required laboratory section Credits: 4 This course surveys the theories and models of the CHE190: Pharmacology inorganic component of chemistry, including atom- Credits: 3 ic structure, bonding, review and application of gas This course introduces the principles of pharmacol- laws, and basic thermochemistry. In the laboratory ogy, including: drug classification and mechanism component of the course, the students learn scientific of action, kinetics, toxicology, drug interactions, and methodology, environmental testing, and analytical therapeutic efficacy in disease states. Drug standards techniques. Students examine their potential roles as and legislation are also stressed. Recommended Prepa- scientifically literate citizens with responsibility for ration: at least one biology course. sustaining the universe. Prerequisites: CHE122 or CHE103 Prerequisites: High school chemistry and algebra Typical Rotation: Spring (all) Typical Rotation: Fall (all) Additional Attributes: none Additional Attributes: Lab Science Proficiency CHE201: Organic Chemistry I CHE103L: General Chemistry I Lab Credits: 4 Credits: 0 This course is an introduction to the compounds of Required laboratory section carbon, their nomenclature, properties, reactions and reaction mechanisms of alkanes, alkenes, alkynes, alkyl CHE104: General Chemistry II halides, and alcohols. Laboratory includes physical CHE104H: General Chemistry II (Honors) separation techniques and synthesis. Credits: 4 Prerequisites: CHE104 or Instructor Permission As a continuation of Chemistry 103, kinetics, equilibri- Typical Rotation: Fall (all) um and solutions, electrochemistry, nuclear chemistry, Additional Attributes: none qualitative analysis, and an introduction to organic chemistry are studied. CHE201L: Organic Chemistry I Lab Prerequisites: CHE103 Credits: 0 Typical Rotation: Spring (all) Required laboratory section Additional Attributes: Lab Science Proficiency CHE202: Organic Chemistry II CHE104L: General Chemistry II Lab CHE202H: Organic Chemistry II (Honors) Credits: 0 Credits: 4 Required laboratory section This course, which is a continuation of CHE201, focuses on the functional group chemistry of aldehydes, CHE122: Chemistry for the Health Sciences ketones, acids, amines, and amides, as well as an intro- Credits: 4 duction to spectroscopy and synthesis and contains a This scientific literacy course surveys the practical brief introduction to biochemistry. In the laboratory, aspects of inorganic, organic and biochemistry as they students pursue more complicated synthetic tech- relate to life processes. Particular attention is given to niques and instrumentation and write at least two the application of chemical principles to human phys- formal, technical reports, and a research paper totaling iology, environmental issues and the role of scientifi- at least 12 pages, using the prescribed professional cally literate citizens. In the laboratory, students learn format for chemical journals. Evaluation of the papers scientific methodology relating chemistry to health includes style and form as well as content. and the environment. Prerequisites: CHE201 Prerequisites: High school chemistry and algebra Typical Rotation: Spring (all) Typical Rotation: Spring (all) Additional Attributes: none Additional Attributes: Lab Science Proficiency CHE202L: Organic Chemistry II Lab CHE122L: Chemistry Health Science Lab Credits: 0 Credits: 0 Required laboratory section

99 CHE301: Inorganic Chemistry CHE407L: Biochemistry Lab Credits: 2 Credits: 0 This course is an introduction to inorganic chemistry Required laboratory section with a heavy emphasis on the “d” and “f” block elements. Study will include group theory considerations, CJU205: Survey of Criminal Justice energies, electronic and bonding structures, and Credits: 3 reactivities. The laboratory work will include inorganic This course provides a survey of the nature, history, synthesis and spectroscopy. Recommended Prepara- structure and effectiveness of the American criminal tion: CHE202 justice system as our society’s major response to the Prerequisites: CHE104 perennial social problem of crime and deviance, with Typical Rotation: none an emphasis on investigating myths of the separate Additional Attributes: none parts of the criminal justice process as a mechanism of social control. CHE301L: Inorganic Chemistry Lab Prerequisites: none Credits: 0 Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) Required laboratory section Additional Attributes: none

CHE302: Quantitative Analysis CJU240: Special Topics in Criminal Justice Credits: 2 Credits: 3 The principles, theory and methods of gravimetric, This course is offered to students of any major, with volumetric, and electro-analytical methods of analyz- priority given Criminal Justice majors. Included within ing samples will be studied. Laboratory work will put the course are introductory to intermediate-level topics principles learned into practice. that may be currently emerging in the field of Criminal Prerequisites: CHE104 Justice and/or of particular interest to students, but are Typical Rotation: none not currently included in the regular course offerings. Additional Attributes: none Prerequisites: CJU205 or Instructor Permission Typical Rotation: none CHE302L: Quantitative Analysis Lab Additional Attributes: none Credits: 0 Required laboratory section CJU307: Criminology Credits: 3 CHE407: Biochemistry Criminology is a survey of the nature and extent of CHE407H: Biochemistry (Honors) crime in American society, including the study of the Credits: 4 relationship of criminal activity to social variables such This course describes the molecular basis of life. The as social class, age and gender within social structures structure and function of proteins, nucleic acids, lipids, and the study of theories of crime causation and pre- and carbohydrates as well as an introduction to me- vention. tabolism are discussed. Special attention is given to the Prerequisites: CJU205, SOC130, or Instructor Permis- universality of molecular patterns and common princi- sion ples in biochemistry. The laboratory will give students Typical Rotation: Spring (all) an introduction to many of the important techniques Additional Attributes: none currently used by practicing biologists and chemists, including spectroscopic methods, electrophoresis, CJU310: Juvenile Justice chromatographic separation, and isolation and charac- Credits: 3 terization of biological macromolecules. Juvenile Justice provides a detailed examination of the Prerequisites: CHE202 and one biology course, or American juvenile justice system, its origins, compo- Instructor Permission nents, goals, operating principles, and relationships Typical Rotation: Fall (all) to other social institutions, with an emphasis on the Additional Attributes: none nature, causes, consequences, and responses to juvenile

100 delinquency and other forms of juvenile misbehavior. legal, educational, and economic) in addressing such Prerequisites: CJU205, SOC130, or Instructor Permis- violence. sion Prerequisites: CJU205, SOC130, or Instructor Permis- Typical Rotation: Fall (all) sion Additional Attributes: none Typical Rotation: Fall (even) Additional Attributes: none CJU314: Criminal Law Credits: 3 CJU355: Organized Crime and Terrorism This course offers an examination of substantive crim- Credits: 3 inal law, with an emphasis upon the elements, char- This course will examine the topic of organized crime acteristics and problems inherent in the definitions of and terrorism, their emergence in American and other crimes as enumerated and interpreted by statutes and societies, their activities, and their relationship to other court cases. principle social institutions and components of the Prerequisites: CJU205 or Instructor Permission criminal justice system. It includes a review of the role Typical Rotation: Spring (odd) played by various ethnic, religious, and racial groups; Additional Attributes: none a consideration of the historical, economic, social, legal, and political events that ultimately led to the CJU323: Police and Society generation of terrorism and organized crime. We will Credits: 3 also explore their history; the relationship of organized This course presents an overview of the role of the crime to federal, state, and local politics; the activities police in American society, the origins of policing, the of organized crime figures; policies designed to combat nature of police organizations, and the patterns of rela- organized crime; and theoretical explanations for the tionships between the police and the public. persistence of organized crime and terrorism in the Prerequisites: CJU205, SOC130, or Instructor Permis- world today. sion Prerequisites: CJU205, SOC130, or Instructor Permis- Typical Rotation: Fall (all) sion Additional Attributes: none Typical Rotation: Spring (odd) Additional Attributes: none CJU337: Corrections Credits: 3 CJU360: Criminal Procedure Corrections offers a study of the origins, history, de- Credits: 3 velopment, framework, methodologies, objectives, and CJU360 is a study and analysis of the basic provisions issues of institutional and community-based efforts of the United States Constitution, with an emphasis by the criminal justice system to respond to persons on individual rights and liberties protected by the first convicted of criminal law violations. 10 and the 14th amendments, including a study of the Prerequisites: CJU205, SOC130, or Instructor Permis- fundamental principles of criminal procedure. sion Prerequisites: CJU205, SOC130, or Instructor Permis- Typical Rotation: Spring (all) sion Additional Attributes: none Typical Rotation: Spring (even) Additional Attributes: none CJU350: Domestic Violence Credits: 3 CJU400: Serial Murder This course provides an overview of research and poli- Credits: 3 cy issues for considering privatized violence. The focus This course is an exploration into the phenomenon is on violence in families and dating relationships in of serial murder. Topics included are the extent of the the United States, although comparative profiles and problem in the US, trends, social theories of murder, international policies international will be discussed. A methodological issues in studying the problem and primary theme will be to identify and understand the profiles of victims and their dynamics. The topic of patterned use of violence within families and intimate problems and solutions in the investigations of se- relationships and roles of other institutions (political/ rial murders may also be addressed. Overall, this is

101 a course of the “why” and “how” of the causes and Credits: 1 to 3 dynamics of serial murder. Many serial homicides are This course is designed for students wishing to focus very sadistic and unsettling. Therefore, this course con- on, and complete, directed research such as that re- tains some graphic material and descriptions. Students quired for a research course or thesis. Students in good who may be offended or put off by graphic sexual standing may register for this course upon consulta- scenes and/or crimes or other information of that sort, tion with their advisor and faculty and after gaining should not take this course. approval from Academic Affairs. Prerequisites: CJU205, SOC130, or Instructor Permis- Prerequisites: Junior standing and Permission by sion Application Typical Rotation: Fall (odd) and Spring (odd) Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval Additional Attributes: none Additional Attributes: none

CJU426: Advanced Social Research Methods CJU499: Criminal Justice Internship Credits: 3 Credits: 1 to 3 In this course, students will apply their knowledge of Students are placed with on-site professionals who data analysis and research methods by designing, con- manage their workload and oversee their performance, ducting, and analyzing their own research study. This much like an employment setting. study will be presented as part of a university-wide Prerequisites: Permission by Application research fair. This course will also focus on preparing Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval students for post-graduation employment or graduate Additional Attributes: none school. Course is cross-listed as SOC426. Prerequisites: SSC340 and Senior Standing or Instruc- COM100: Introduction to Mass Communications tor Permission Credits: 3 Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) This introductory level course will walk through the Additional Attributes: none various issues associated with mass communications. Principles, theory and applications will be covered and CJU440: Seminar in Selected Topics discussed. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: none This course is offered to students who are majoring in Typical Rotation: Fall (even) criminal justice, sociology, human services, or social Additional Attributes: none science, or who are otherwise invited by the faculty. The topic is selected by the professor conducting the COM110: Mass Communication and Society course. The course may be repeated for credit with Credits: 3 change in topic. This course focuses on how human beings commu- Prerequisites: CJU205, SOC130, or Instructor Permis- nicate through the media and how modern media sion affect human interaction. Students are exposed to an Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) overview of the field and the way in which the world Additional Attributes: none is shaped, both positively and negatively, by the mass media and the consequences of media messages on CJU450: Independent Study individuals, society and culture. Students are prepared Credits: 1 to 3 to interact more intelligently with various media. This course of study must be designed by the super- Prerequisites: none vising professor and student. An independent study Typical Rotation: none request must document this intended course of study Additional Attributes: none and be approved by Academic Affairs. Prerequisites: Permission by application COM121: Writing for Media Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval Credits: 3 Additional Attributes: none This participation course enhances life-long appreciation for written language, research and writing styles CJU496: Research by enabling students to transfer complex information

102 into readable copy for mass consumption. Students Supervised practical experience at media facilities, learn to make topic selections and to apply research providing the students with situations in which they and communication skills in collecting relevant data. can apply concepts learned in previous media courses. The production of print media develops the student’s Field experience and figure career opportunities will be ability to make aesthetic judgments regarding word discussed in a collateral on-campus class. The focus of and design. this course is on media technology. Prerequisites: none Prerequisites: none Typical Rotation: Spring (all) Typical Rotation: Fall (all) Additional Attributes: none Additional Attributes: none

COM222: Digital Photography COM342: Public Relations Credits: 3 Credits: 3 This course introduces the basic skills of photographic This course focuses on the principles of public rela- art, including camera operation, composition, scan- tions, and the techniques public relations profession- ning and downloading files, manipulation of images als practice. Included is an overview of the history of and photo-quality printing. Students will learn to the field and a study of ethical standards. Emphasis express themselves and to evaluate their own work for is placed on preparing students for work in the field aesthetic qualities including subject choice, composi- of public relations, particularly in the area of public tion, color, technical proficiency, and ethical criteria. A relations writing. brief overview of the history of photography will also Prerequisites: none be included. Students must have a digital camera and Typical Rotation: Spring (all) basic computer skills. Additional Attributes: none Prerequisites: none Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) COM420: Promotional Strategies and Techniques Additional Attributes: Category A Credits: 3 In this course, students learn how to maximize pub- COM230: Visual Literacy licity products, services and organizations. Students Credits: 3 will practice writing, designing, editing, and producing Visual Literacy focuses on the production of docu- publicity packages for business, nonprofit and public ments and pagination for publication is emphasized, organizations, and students will design publicity cam- with special attention to the unique capabilities for paigns. graphics, design and application in the business and Prerequisites: none journalism workplace. Typical Rotation: Fall (even) Prerequisites: none Additional Attributes: none Typical Rotation: Fall (all) Additional Attributes: none COM440: Seminar in Selected Topics in Communica- tion COM240: Special Topics in Communication Credits: 3 Credits: 3 Included within the course are upper-level topics that This course is offered to students from any major. may be currently emerging in the field of communi- Included within the course are introductory to inter- cation and/or of particular interest to students, but mediate topics within the field of communication and/ are not currently included in regular course offerings. or of particular interest to students, but not currently This course is open to students from any major, though included in regular course offerings. previous coursework in the social sciences is strongly Prerequisites: none encouraged. Typical Rotation: Interterm (even) Prerequisites: none Additional Attributes: none Typical Rotation: Interterm (even) Additional Attributes: none COM305: Media Practicum Credits: 1 to 3 COM441: Mass Communications Law and Ethics

103 Credits: 3 This course covers topics in programming using the This course focuses on the First Amendment guaran- Visual Basic programming language. Traditional topics tees of freedom of speech and press and our laws as such as control structures, functions, procedures and applicable to journalists. Students will study the de- built in data types of the Visual Basic language will be velopment of such right and laws contemporary legal covered. In addition, topics specific to the Visual Basic issues concerning the media. In addition, the ethical language such as the development of dialog boxes and standards of mass communication will be examined. database access will be studied. Prerequisites: none Prerequisites: none Typical Rotation: Fall (odd) Typical Rotation: Spring (even) Additional Attributes: none Additional Attributes: none

COM496: Research CSC220: Data Structures Credits: 0 CSC220H: Data Structures (Honors) This course is designed for students wishing to focus Credits: 3 on, and complete, directed research such as that re- A second course in the science of computers and data quired for a research course or thesis. Students in good processing, advanced string processing, linear data standing may register for this course upon consulta- structures, lists, queues, hash table techniques, non- tion with their advisor and faculty and after gaining linear data structures, binary trees and general trees approval from Academic Affairs. are some of the topics included. This course covers the Prerequisites: Junior standing and Permission by material recommended for the second course in the Application curriculum proposal of the Association for Computing Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval Machinery. Additional Attributes: none Prerequisites: CSC160 Typical Rotation: Spring (all) COM499: Mass Communication Internship Additional Attributes: none Credits: 0 Students are placed with on-site professionals who CSC240: Special Topics in Computer Science manage their workload and oversee their performance, Credits: 3 much like an employment setting. The topic for this course is selected by the professor Prerequisites: Permission by Application conducting the course. The course may be repeated for Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval credit with change in topic. Additional Attributes: none Prerequisites: none Typical Rotation: none CSC160: Object Oriented Programming Additional Attributes: none Credits: 3 This course is for students who want to learn how CSC250: Computer Organization/Assembler to write computer programs. Pseudocode and flow- CSC250H: Computer Organization/Assembler (Hon- charts are used to develop solutions to object oriented ors) Credits: 3 programming problems. Programs are written using This course offers a study of machine characteristics an object-oriented language. Topics covered include such as byte and word structures, registers, indexing control structures, simple data types, arrays, strings, and bit manipulation, as well as discussion and appli- structures, data files, objects, classes, and debugging cations of symbolic programming including macros. techniques. Top-down and object oriented program Prerequisites: CSC160 design is discussed. Typical Rotation: Fall (even) Prerequisites: none Additional Attributes: none Typical Rotation: Fall (all) Additional Attributes: none CSC270: Web Page Development Credits: 3 CSC180: Visual Basic I This course will cover tools and techniques used to Credits: 3 develop pages on the World Wide Web. The course will

104 include a survey of the history and current status of the standards. Internet and World Wide Web. The primary emphasis Prerequisites: CSC160 of the course will be the use of HTML, XHTML, and Typical Rotation: Spring (odd) Cascading Style Sheets to create web pages. Additional Attributes: none Prerequisites: none Typical Rotation: none CSC399: Computer Science Internship II Additional Attributes: none Credits: 2 This internal internship allows students to begin CSC282: Software Development practicing skills related to their profession under direct Credits: 3 supervision. 90 contact hours are required. This course covers software development using an Prerequisites: Junior standing imperative programming language with a focus on Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval supporting tools and techniques. Topics include pro- Additional Attributes: none gram development tools such as debuggers, make files, and source code revision control systems. Modular CSC410: Topics in Computer Science development processes will be studied. Students will be Credits: 1 to 3 exposed to these concepts in the context of large-scale This course is also used as a Capstone Course for the software systems. Math major. The capstone includes two parts. The Prerequisites: CSC160 and CSC220 first part is a systematic review of the core concepts of Typical Rotation: none single and multiple-variable calculus and linear algebra Additional Attributes: none using a computing system such as Mathematica. The second part includes a research project in which the CSC299: Computer Science Internship I student will review and reflect on applications of math- Credits: 1 ematics. This course will help students to solidify their This internship is primarily observation hours. 45 con- capabilities to continue their learning after graduation tact hours are required. and will enable them to be among the leaders in situa- Prerequisites: Sophomore standing tions where mathematical skills are needed. Typical Rotation: none Prerequisites: MTH250 and permission of instructor; Additional Attributes: none When listed as a capstone, prerequisites and co-requisites include CSC160, MTH220, MTH250, MTH260, CSC350: Operating Systems MTH340, and MTH350. Credits: 3 Typical Rotation: none CSC350 offers a general overview of operating systems. Additional Attributes: none Topics include CPU scheduling, memory management and devise management. Analysis of the properties, CSC430: Database Management advantages, and disadvantages of basic algorithms used Credits: 3 in the design of operating systems are studied. Designed to familiarize the student with the initializa- Prerequisites: CSC250 tion, upkeep and maintenance of computer data files, Typical Rotation: none Database Management, includes a study of the rela- Additional Attributes: none tional, hierarchical and network database models, with a concentration on the relational model. Emphasizes CSC360: Computer Networks & Data Communica- the design, implementation and querying of a relation- tions al database using SQL. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: Two CSC courses numbered 160 or This course is a study of the design and development above of computer networks and the methods of transmit- Typical Rotation: none ting data over these networks. Topics discussed in this Additional Attributes: none course include network architectures, flow control and congestion avoidance techniques, computer and CSC440: Systems Analysis and Design communication security, and communication protocol Credits: 3

105 This course focuses on the tools and techniques for the Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval analysis, design, and development of computer systems Additional Attributes: none and includes a writing component while serving as a W Course. The emphasis is on the concept of a systems ECE155: Children - Family and Community development life cycle (SDLC) and the methods for Credits: 2 managing the tasks associated with each phase of the This course introduces the importance of collabora- cycle. Students prepare several written reports describ- tion among early childhood teachers, families, and ing different aspects of the development of a computer the community. Content will include characteristics of system. Written guidelines for these reports are pre- various family structures and their possible impact on sented and thoroughly discussed in class. Papers are young children; ways to support and engage families; evaluated for form and style as well as content. community resources available to families; building Prerequisites: Four CSC courses numbered 160 or respectful, reciprocal relationships; and strategies to above and Junior standing involve families in a child’s development and learning. Typical Rotation: none Prerequisites: EDU190 Additional Attributes: W Course Typical Rotation: Spring (all) Additional Attributes: none CSC450: Independent Study Credits: 1 to 3 ECE247: Early Childhood Special Education This course of study must be designed by the super- Credits: 3 vising professor and student. An independent study This course provides an overview of all aspects of request must document this intended course of study Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE). Upon and be approved by Academic Affairs. completion of this course, candidates will be able to: Prerequisites: Permission by application 1) demonstrate knowledge of legal requirements/time- Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval lines/services for special education 2) demonstrate Additional Attributes: none knowledge of appropriate assessment measures, intervention strategies, and curricular programming 3) CSC496: Research demonstrate skills to build positive relationships with Credits: 1 to 3 parents while using coaching techniques 4) understand This course is designed for students wishing to focus the various disability categories in ECSE. Candidates on, and complete, directed research such as that re- will be able to use what they learn to create positive quired for a research course or thesis. Students in good outcomes for all young children knowing that children standing may register for this course upon consulta- with special needs are more like than unlike children tion with their advisor and faculty and after gaining who do not have special needs. Course is cross-listed approval from Academic Affairs. as SPD247. Prerequisites: Junior standing and Permission by Prerequisites: EDU296 Application Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval Additional Attributes: none Additional Attributes: none ECE255: Introduction to Early Childhood Education CSC499: Computer Science Internship III Credits: 3 Credits: 3 This course introduces early childhood care and edu- This internship will allow for supervised work experi- cation for children birth to age five. Early childhood ence with academic credit. The internship should give history, development, and learning theories, various students the opportunity to apply and extend class- programs and curricula, are key topics. This course room knowledge in a practical job situation. Secondary includes 10 hours of field-based experience. benefits include testing the students’ suitability in the Prerequisites: EDU204 and Sophomore standing chosen concentration, promoting marketability, and Typical Rotation: Fall (all) establishing contacts with prospective employers. 135 Additional Attributes: none contact hours are required. Prerequisites: Senior standing ECE257: Preschool Methods

106 Credits: 3 ECE386A: Methods for Primary Teaching Practicum This course provides intensive study and practice with Credits: 1 the theories and best practices for teaching preschool Required practicum section aged children. Students will engage in the study of current research on effective practices for preschool EDU120: Understanding the Math You Teach education, including learning environments, develop- Credits: 3 ment domains, developmentally appropriate practice This course is designed to develop the mathematical (DAP) and curricula. ECE257A includes 45 hours of thinking students will need as elementary mathematics field-based experience/practicum and must be taken teachers, which includes understanding, communicat- concurrently with Preschool Methods. ing, and representing mathematical ideas and problem Prerequisites: ECE155, ECE247, ECE255, or Instruc- solving. The foundations for learning mathematics tor Permission will be examine along with fundamental concepts, the Typical Rotation: Spring (all) four basic operations of arithmetic, number theory, Additional Attributes: none and proportional reasoning. This course may not be counted towards the general education math require- ECE257A: Preschool Methods Practicum ment, but is recommended for elementary education Credits: 1 students. Required practicum section Prerequisites: none Typical Rotation: Fall (all) ECE376: Early Childhood Assessment Additional Attributes: none Credits: 2 This course examines the importance of using a vari- EDU121: Understanding the Science You Teach ety of assessments to evaluate early childhood envi- Credits: 3 ronments and individual children. Both formal and This course examines the science content that teacher informal assessment used in early childhood will be candidates will need as they transition into classrooms studied. The purposes, benefits, and proper uses of after graduation. Upon completion of this course, assessment and assessment tools, including technology, teacher candidates will understand why it is important will be studied. to study science content and how content knowledge Prerequisites: ECE257, ECE257A, and acceptance into influences teaching in general; how to find and use re- the Midland Teacher Education program sources for learning science content beyond the course; Typical Rotation: Spring (all) and their own science misconceptions. Students will Additional Attributes: none understand appropriate content in physical science, life science, Earth and space and the inquiry process. ECE386: Methods for Primary Teaching Prerequisites: EDU190 Credits: 3 Typical Rotation: Interterm (all) This course provides intensive study and practice with Additional Attributes: none the theories and best practices in kindergarten. Stu- dents will engage in the study of current research on EDU190: Topics in Education effective practices for kindergarten education, in- EDU190H: Topics in Education (Honors) cluding learning environments, development in each Credits: 3 domain, developmentally appropriate instruction and This course is a general introduction to the field of assessment, and the integration of literacy in all ar- P-12 teacher education. At the completion of this eas of the curriculum. ECE386A includes 45 hours of course, Pre-Candidates will be able to discuss the field-based experience and must be taken concurrently historical and philosophical development of American with Primary Methods. education, identify a variety of challenges and rewards Prerequisites: PSY200, PSY210, and acceptance into related to teaching careers, recognize contemporary Midland Teacher Education program educational issues, and demonstrate use of entry-level Typical Rotation: Spring (all) educational technology skills. Policies and procedures Additional Attributes: none of Midland’s Teacher Education program contained in the Midland Teacher Education Handbook are

107 reviewed during this course. This course includes a op and demonstrate personal computer literacy and minimum 10 hours of field-based experience. Course basic skills that support effective use of technology in includes an additional fee. the classroom. Topics may vary by semester. Course Prerequisites: none includes an additional fee. Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) Prerequisites: EDU190 Additional Attributes: none Typical Rotation: Fall (all), Interterm (all), and Spring (all) EDU199: Child Growth - Development - and Learning Additional Attributes: none Credits: 4 This course examines the foundations of child develop- EDU220: Multicultural Education ment including cognitive, physical, social, and emo- EDU220H: Multicultural Education (Honors) tional development for children birth to adolescence. Credits: 3 Upon completion of this course, students will under- This course examines the history, lifestyles, contribu- stand and be able to apply several different theories of tions, and values of a pluralistic society. Upon com- child development, be able to state why teachers must pletion of this course, Pre-Candidates will be able to understand development, and create experiences that articulate personal and societal beliefs/attitudes toward show the connections between development and learn- non-majority groups; discuss how biases may impact ing. This course replaces the requirement of PSY200 the work of the schools; and demonstrate human and PSY210. relations skills in areas of communication, education- Prerequisites: Admission to the Para-to-Teacher pro- al technology, and community building. This course gram version meets the Nebraska Department of Education human Typical Rotation: Summer (all) relations requirement. This course includes 20 hours of Additional Attributes: none field-based experience/community activities. Prerequisites: EDU204 and Sophomore standing EDU201: Teacher Education Orientation Seminar Typical Rotation: Fall (all), Interterm (all), and Spring Credits: 0 (all) Pre-Candidates will complete the application process Additional Attributes: none for Candidacy and acceptance into the Teacher Educa- tion Program and meet with their Education Faculty EDU221: Art Methods-Elementary and Middle Grades Mentor. Pre-Candidates must have taken or be regis- Credits: 1 tered to take the Praxis Core Academic Skills Test prior Upon completion of this course, Pre-Candidates will to the end of the seminar term in order to meet semi- be able to discuss the philosophy of arts integration; nar requirements. Students with a four-year guarantee plan lessons focusing on fundamentals of teaching art must be accepted into the Education program prior to to children; and integrate multicultural and art appre- the end of the sophomore year. ciation experiences within the elementary curriculum. Prerequisites: EDU190 Prerequisites: EDU190 and Sophomore standing Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) Typical Rotation: Fall (all) Additional Attributes: none Additional Attributes: none

EDU204: Technology for Teachers EDU235: Music Methods-Elementary and Middle Credits: 3 Grades This course explores current trends and best practic- Credits: 1 es in the instructional and management aspects of This course provides the elementary teacher with fun- in P-12 classrooms. Upon completion of this course, damental musical skills and the knowledge of learning students will be able to develop an understanding of theory, methods, and materials of music education in and discuss technology as a tool to enhance personal order to effectively create and lead musical activities in and professional productivity. Students will describe the classroom. current issues/trends affecting instruction within Prerequisites: EDU190 and Sophomore standing American schools and explain how they may impact Typical Rotation: Fall (all) the daily work of teachers. Students will further devel- Additional Attributes: none

108 Credits: 2 EDU237: Physical Education Methods-Elementary and This course examines the foundations of instruction- Middle Grades al design for P-12 students. Upon completion of this Credits: 1 course, Pre-Candidates will understand how to design This course is an overview of the role of organized effective instruction that (1) is aligned to learning physical education in the elementary setting. Upon outcomes and developmentally appropriate; (2) engag- completion of this course, Pre-Candidates will be able es learners through a variety of approaches; (3) applies to discuss the benefits of organized physical education achievement-enhancing techniques; and (4) promotes on the learning processes of the brain and body, and successful classroom management. Topics will include integrate physical education into the various subjects influences on learning, structures and strategies to within the elementary curriculum. promote learning, and effective lesson planning for all Prerequisites: EDU190 and Sophomore standing learners. Typical Rotation: Fall (all) Prerequisites: EDU204 EDU296, and Sophomore Additional Attributes: none standing Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) EDU250: Literature for Children and Adolescents Additional Attributes: none Credits: 2 This course is an introduction to the various genres of EDU275: Classroom Management literature for children and young adults. Pre-Candi- Credits: 2 dates are familiarized with contemporary authors and This course will introduce the Pre-Candidate to class- illustrators of children’s and young adult literature in room management in K-12 classrooms. Topics include a variety of genres. Upon completion of this course, beginning the school year, setting up the environment, Pre-Candidates will be able to demonstrate skills in procedures/rules, building relationships, working with evaluating, selecting and utilizing various types of families, and a variety of management models. literature across the curriculum. Books earning the Prerequisites: EDU270 Caldecott, Newbery and Golden Sower Awards are Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) emphasized. This course includes a minimum of five Additional Attributes: none hours field-based experience. Prerequisites: EDU204 and Sophomore standing EDU294: Language Arts Methods-Elementary and Typical Rotation: Spring (all) Middle Grades Additional Attributes: none Credits: 2 This course provides an introduction to curriculum, EDU260: Introduction to Middle and Secondary instruction and assessment in K-8 language arts class- School Education rooms. Emphasis will be placed on planning lessons Credits: 3 for reading (word study, comprehension and fluency), This course is designed to investigate connections be- writing (process, traits of quality writing, grammar, tween middle and secondary school teaching. Teacher spelling, and handwriting), and communication Candidates will explore cultural and societal influences (speaking, listening, visually representing, and view- in middle and secondary schools, and their influence ing). This course includes a minimum of 10 hours of on teaching and learning. Candidates will develop field-based experience in area schools. relevant standards-based lessons/learning activities Prerequisites: EDU204 and EDU270 and craft personal writings reflecting on course con- Typical Rotation: Spring (all) tent and professional growth. Candidates will complete Additional Attributes: none a minimum of 15 hours field-based experience in area schools. EDU296: Introduction to Special Education Prerequisites: EDU204 and Sophomore standing Credits: 3 Typical Rotation: Spring (all) This course is an introduction to understanding the Additional Attributes: none dynamics and complexities of working with ALL learners in the regular education classroom. Students EDU270: Instructional Design will learn the historical and philosophical perspectives

109 of different education delivery models, with an empha- Credits: 1 sis on an inclusionary model; the classroom teacher’s Required practicum section responsibilities in early identification of students with learning difficulties and the teacher’s role in the MDT EDU340: Developmental Reading and IEP processes. Students will get an introduction to Credits: 3 the classification and characteristics of different dis- This course introduces the Candidate to the reading abilities; accommodations, family issues, and current process and the principles/theories of children’s lit- findings related to the education of at-risk, handi- eracy development from the emergent stage through capped and high ability learners. This course meets the the conventional, accomplished reading stage. Topics Nebraska Department of Education special education Include: an examination of the Nebraska State Lan- requirement. This course includes a minimum 15 guage Arts standards, approaches to the teaching of hours field-based experience. reading, phonemic awareness, phonics, vocabulary, Prerequisites: EDU190 fluency, comprehension, working with diverse learners, Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) differentiated instruction, family involvement, and an Additional Attributes: none overview of assessment measures designed for reading. Candidates will engage in large and small group EDU307: Science Methods-Elementary and Middle discussion, hands-on activities, and peer teaching. A Grades 15-hour field-based experience component will be Credits: 3 included. This course introduces Candidates to curriculum, Prerequisites: EDU250, EDU294, Junior standing, and instruction and assessment in process and inquiry sci- acceptance into Teacher Education Program ence for K-8 learners. Science content areas, approach- Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) es for hands-on activities, the basics of experimental Additional Attributes: W Course design, reading and writing in science, and Nebraska state science standards-aligned lesson and unit plan- EDU341: Diagnostic and Corrective Reading ning are key topics. This course includes a minimum of Credits: 3 10 hours of field-based experience. This course introduces the Candidate to the processes, Prerequisites: EDU270, Junior standing, and accep- techniques, and materials used in the identification, tance into Midland Teacher Education Program diagnosis, and remediation of reading problems typical Typical Rotation: Fall (all) of elementary learners. Both formal and informal as- Additional Attributes: none sessment tools will be addressed as well as a variety of strategies a teacher can use in his/her classroom with EDU320: Health Methods - Curriculum - and Pro- struggling readers. A 15-hour field-based experience is grams a requirement of this course. Credits: 4 Prerequisites: EDU340, Junior standing, and accep- This course introduces the Candidate to planning tance into Teacher Education Program effective comprehensive school health education Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) curricula and programs, planning and coordinating a Additional Attributes: none school health education program, serving as a resource person in health education, and communicating and EDU370: Assessment for Learning advocating for health and school health education. EDU370H: Assessment for Learning (Honors) EDU320A includes 45 hours of field-based experience/ Credits: 2 practicum in a Health education classroom and must This course examines the importance of assessment be taken concurrently with EDU320. in P-12 classrooms. Upon completion of this course, Prerequisites: Junior standing and acceptance into Candidates will understand that effective assessment Midland Teacher Education Program measures student learning and informs planning, in- Typical Rotation: none struction and reporting. Topics will include exploring Additional Attributes: none the role of assessment in curricular planning; developing, selecting and using a variety of assessments. EDU320A: Practicum in Health Education Candidates will interpret assessment data to inform

110 instructional decisions and improve student learning. instruction, and assessment in student-centered math Prerequisites: EDU220, Junior standing, and accep- for K-8 students. Competencies in math concepts, use tance into Midland Teacher Education Program of math manipulatives for teaching for understanding, Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) critical thinking and problem solving, and Nebraska Additional Attributes: none state math standards-aligned activities and lesson planning are key topics. This course includes a minimum of EDU381: Teaching Reading and Writing in the Con- 10 hours of field-based experience in area schools. tent Area-Secondary Prerequisites: EDU270, Junior standing, and accep- Credits: 3 tance into Midland Teacher Education Program This course examines the use of reading and writing Typical Rotation: Fall (all) to effectively teach content. Topics/Activities include Additional Attributes: none development of a content learning unit, participation in an English Language Learner (ELL) ethnography EDU401: Clinical Experience Application Seminar study, vocabulary strategies, the use of graphic organiz- Credits: 0 ers to support learning, reading comprehension strat- Candidates will apply for the capstone experience. egies, the use of a variety of texts to support content Candidates can provide suggestion on where they learning, the writing process and using writing as a would like to have their clinical experience; howev- means of assessment. Upon completion of this course, er the final determination is up to the Director and teacher candidates will be able to write effective lesson administration of the school of placement. Prior to plans that include strategies essential to her/his content meeting with the Director, candidates must meet with area. Candidates will complete a minimum of 25 hours their Education Faculty Mentor to discuss placement of field-based experience. options. Prerequisites: EDU260, EDU270, Junior standing, and Prerequisites: Junior standing and Admission into acceptance into Midland Teacher Education Program Midland Teacher Education program Typical Rotation: Fall (all) Typical Rotation: Spring (all) Additional Attributes: W Course Additional Attributes: none

EDU388: Social Studies Methods-Elementary & Mid- EDU409: Secondary Methods dle Grades Credits: 2 Credits: 3 This course is designed to enhance conversation This course provides an examination of the history among teacher candidates across secondary content of social studies instruction. Upon completion of this areas focusing on: the impact of national, state, and course, Candidates will be able to identify scope and local standards on teaching and learning; effective in- sequence techniques, select appropriate instructional structional and assessment strategies related to content materials, discuss trends in teaching social studies, and areas; developing and maintaining an effective learning identify strategies and activities appropriate for social environment for all learners (differentiation, poverty); studies instruction, and be familiar with the Nebraska and ethics, professionalism, and collaboration essential state social studies standards. Candidates will create an to the teaching profession. This course is Online with integrated one-week unit. an introductory face-to-face meeting required. Candi- Prerequisites: EDU270, Junior standing, acceptance dates will complete a minimum of 15 hours of field- into Midland Teacher Education Program based experience. Typical Rotation: Spring (all) Prerequisites: EDU260, EDU270, Junior standing, Additional Attributes: none and acceptance into the Midland Teacher Education program EDU393: Mathematics Methods-Elementary & Middle Typical Rotation: Spring (all) Grades Additional Attributes: none EDU393H: Mathematics Methods-Elementary and Middle Grades (Honors) EDU409H: Secondary Methods (Honors) Credits: 3 Credits: 2 This course introduces Candidates to curriculum, This course is designed to enhance conversation

111 among teacher candidates across secondary content areas focusing on: the impact of national, state, and EDU420: Clinical Experience-Elementary K-8 local standards on teaching and learning; effective in- Credits: 7 to 14 structional and assessment strategies related to content This experience provides a minimum of 10 to 16 weeks areas; developing and maintaining an effective learning supervised, full-time teaching within a selected ele- environment for all learners (differentiation, poverty); mentary setting. Upon completion of this experience and ethics, professionalism, and collaboration essential students will be able to demonstrate proficiency of to the teaching profession. This course is Online with subject matter, develop curriculum plans, use class- an introductory face-to-face meeting required. Candi- room management techniques, select appropriate dates will complete a minimum of 15 hours of field- instructional methods to meet learner needs, provide based experience. quality instruction to all students including those with Prerequisites: EDU260, EDU270, Junior standing, special needs, evaluate learner progress, utilize educa- and acceptance into the Midland Teacher Education tional technology, and establish cooperative relation- program ships with colleagues. Candidates will receive written Typical Rotation: Spring (all) and oral feedback from the Cooperating Teacher, and Additional Attributes: none respond to periodic evaluations by the Midland Su- pervisor. Satisfactory participation in student teaching EDU409A: Business Methods & Career and Technical seminar scheduled by the department is required. Education Students engage directly in critical thinking activities Credits: 2 related to the teaching/learning process. This course will introduce the teacher candidate to Prerequisites: Meet all requirements previously stated the field of business education including the various in Catalog subjects, teaching strategies, professional resources, Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval tools and current trends. This will include the state and Additional Attributes: none national recommendations and industry expectations. This course will be taught online. Co-requisite with EDU430: Clinical Experience-Secondary 6-12 or 7-12 EDU409 for BMIT Endorsement only. Credits: 7 to 14 Prerequisites: EDU260, EDU270, Junior standing, This experience provides a minimum of 16 weeks and acceptance into the Midland Teacher Education full-time, supervised teaching within a selected sec- program ondary setting. Upon completion of this experience Typical Rotation: Fall (all) students will be able to demonstrate proficiency of Additional Attributes: none subject matter, develop curriculum plans, use classroom management techniques, select appropriate EDU410: Clinical Experience Seminar instructional methods to meet learner needs, provide Credits: 1 quality instruction to all students including those with As a support to the clinical teaching experience, this special needs, evaluate learner progress, utilize educa- required seminar will provide opportunities for pro- tional technology, and establish cooperative relation- fessional dialogue and support mentoring. Topics that ships with colleagues. Candidates will receive written will be addressed include classroom management, ap- and oral feedback from the Cooperating Teacher, and propriate accommodations and modifications, teacher respond to periodic evaluations by the Midland Su- certification, ; credentials, job applications and inter- pervisor. Satisfactory participation in student teaching view skills,; ethics of the professionalism and other seminar scheduled by the department is required. pertinent topics. An opportunity for a mock interview Students engage directly in critical thinking activities experience will be provided. In addition, guidance will related to the teaching/learning process. be provided regarding the Clinical Experience Pro- Prerequisites: Meet all requirements previously stated fessional Portfolio and the Teacher Work Sample, two in Catalog required elements of the Clinical Experience. Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval Prerequisites: none Additional Attributes: none Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) Additional Attributes: none EDU436: Clinical Experience-PK-12 (Phys. Education/

112 Music/Vocal Music) Credits: 1 to 3 Credits: 7 to 14 This experience allows Candidates the opportunity to This experience provides a minimum of 16 weeks of intern in a professional education setting. Candidates full-time PK-12 supervised teaching, half within in an will be able to select from a variety of assignments a elementary setting and half within a secondary setting. project of interest related to their practicum and show Upon completion of this experience Candidates will growth in classroom instruction/management skills. be able to demonstrate proficiency of subject matter, This experience does not satisfy the Nebraska Depart- develop curriculum plans, use classroom management ment of Education clinical experience requirement for techniques, select appropriate instructional methods to certification, but it does count toward the required 100 meet learner needs, provide quality instruction to all total clock hours of field-based experience. students including those with special needs, evaluate Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Midland Teacher learner progress, utilize educational technology, and Education program establish cooperative relationships with colleagues. Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval Students will receive written and oral feedback from Additional Attributes: none the Cooperating Teacher, and respond to periodic evaluations by the Midland Supervisor. Satisfactory ENG110: Introduction to Literature participation in student teaching seminar scheduled by Credits: 3 the department is required. Students engage directly in This aesthetic appreciation course provides a general critical thinking activities related to the teaching/learn- background in the various genres of literature, ining process. cluding poetry, short story, drama, and the novel, and Prerequisites: Meet all requirements previously stated equips students with the basic tools and vocabulary for in Catalog reading and interpreting literature independently. Stu- Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval dents read a variety of works reflecting the past contri- Additional Attributes: none butions of the literary imagination in preparation for lifelong sensitive and informed reading. Recommend- EDU450: Independent Study ed for majors in the first two years. Credits: 1 to 3 Prerequisites: none This course of study must be designed by the super- Typical Rotation: Spring (even) vising professor and student. An independent study Additional Attributes: Category C request must document this intended course of study and be approved by Academic Affairs. ENG111: University Reading/Writing I Prerequisites: Junior standing and Permission by Credits: 3 Application This course introduces effective college-level reading, Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval writing, and study skills. Emphasis is placed on infer- Additional Attributes: none ential thinking skills, comprehension, reading strategies, vocabulary, the writing process, and effective EDU496: Research sentence and paragraph construction in preparation Credits: 1 to 3 for ENG112: University Reading and Writing II and This course is designed for students wishing to focus ENG120: Composition. Students will be introduced to on, and complete, directed research such as that re- the rigors of college academic life with the practice of quired for a research course or thesis. Students in good basic study skills such as daily planners and organiza- standing may register for this course upon consulta- tional techniques, with special focus on daily classwork tion with their advisor and faculty and after gaining completion and classroom participation. Upon com- approval from Academic Affairs. pletion of ENG111, students should be able to deter- Prerequisites: Junior standing and Permission by mine main ideas, supporting details, and basic patterns Application of organization to draw conclusions, and to under- Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval stand vocabulary in context. Students should be able Additional Attributes: none to apply the conventions of written English that reflect standard usage and mechanics, to understand writing EDU499: Practicum in Teacher Education as a complex recursive process, and to write correct

113 sentences and unified coherent paragraphs that follow hardt, Erdrich, and Sandoz) as well as responses to a topic sentence. Finally, students should understand the Plains geography by those from other areas. Both the commitment and time needed to be successful in fiction and non-fiction will be studied. The course will future classes. foster an understanding of Plains history, those who Prerequisites: see University entrance requirements settled here, and how the region affects who we are. Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) Prerequisites: none Additional Attributes: none Typical Rotation: Interterm (odd) Additional Attributes: Category C ENG112: University Reading/Writing II Credits: 3 ENG180: Ethics and Film This course expands upon ENG111 instruction in the Credits: 3 writing process, as well as continues practice of reading This course in moral responsibility, which uses the and critical thinking skills. The emphasis is on devel- medium of film for the presentation of ethical issues, oping unity and fluency - through reading, discussing, is concerned both with how an individual recognizes and writing - of complex ideas and thoughts. Class- and confronts moral issues as they arise in the nor- room experiences include enhancing vocabulary; ex- mal course of living and how one becomes virtuous. tracting implied meaning; analyzing author’s purpose, Among the ethical positions presented are utilitari- tone, and style; drawing conclusions; and responding anism, egoism, Kantian deontology, and relativism. to written material. Assignments focus on thesis-driv- Attention is given to the unique nature of Christian en essays designed to discover ideas, communicate ef- morality and its applicability to daily life. The situa- fectively in a variety of rhetorical situations, and shape tions presented in the films confront the students with personal experiences. In the context of the student’s case studies, which are used to recognize and analyze own writing, matters of grammar, punctuation, and ethical situations. The course is meant to encourage usage will be reviewed as necessary. Upon completion moral behavior in the individual student as imperative of this course, students will be able to comprehend and to responsible living. analyze college-level reading material. Students will Prerequisites: none also be able to respond effectively to material across Typical Rotation: Spring (even) disciplines. Additional Attributes: Category C Prerequisites: see University entrance requirements Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) ENG190: Ethics and Literature Additional Attributes: none ENG190H: Ethics and Literature (Honors) Credits: 3 ENG120: English Composition This course in moral responsibility, which uses litera- Credits: 3 ture for the presentation of ethical issues, is concerned This course provides instruction and practice in the with how an individual recognizes and confronts writing process with a goal towards achieving a pol- moral issues as they arise in the normal course of ished academic style and voice. Assignments will living. Various ethical positions are clarified so that the include research, argumentation, citation, and the- students are aware of methodology in ethics. Specific sis-driven essays. The goal is to communicate effec- emphasis is given to the unique nature of Christian tively in a variety of rhetorical situations. Grammar, morality and its applicability in daily life. The situ- punctuation, and language use will be reviewed. ations presented in the literary works confront the Prerequisites: see University entrance requirements students with case studies, which are used to recog- Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) nize and analyze ethical situations, to demonstrate the Additional Attributes: none significance of individual moral responsibility and its social consequences, and to encourage moral responsi- ENG140: Plains Literature bility in the individual student. The students also come ENG140H: Plains Literature (Honors) to understand how to approach and analyze a literary Credits: 3 text. This course focuses upon the diverse literary voices Prerequisites: none found in the Plains region (for example, Cather, Nei- Typical Rotation: Spring (odd)

114 Additional Attributes: Category C adult literature in a variety of genres. Upon completion of this course, students will demonstrate skills in eval- ENG203: American Literature I uating, analyzing, selecting, and utilizing various types ENG203H: American Literature I (Honors) of literature for the purposes of 7-12 teaching; lesson Credits: 3 plans, unit plans, and curricular plans are required This course investigates the formation and the trans- assignments by which students will demonstrate that formation of American literature from the writings of they understand adolescents as readers, learners, and largely British expatriates to what we now call Amer- language users as well as how to assess the achievement ican writing and literature. It is a survey of American of adolescents with the assignments posed. literatures from the Colonial Period to the Civil War Prerequisites: none Era, focusing on Puritan and Quaker writings, captivi- Typical Rotation: Fall (odd) ty narratives, American Romanticism, Transcendental- Additional Attributes: Category C ism, and the burgeoning Women’s Suffrage and Aboli- tion movements. Students examine a variety of authors ENG210: Topics in Ethnic Literature such as Bradstreet, Rowlandson, Mather, Emerson, ENG210H: Topics in Ethnic Literature (Honors) Poe, Hawthorne, Fern, Melville, Dickinson, Jacobs, Credits: 3 and others. These readings expose students to a diverse This course surveys several of the United States’ major body of authors, traditions, and cultural perspectives ethnic groups — African Americans, Asian Americans, as we seek to identify and define the complexities of Native Americans, Latinos, and Jewish Americans, and the American experience through its literary endeav- their literary contributions. The course allows students ors. Honors section available. to observe the diversity of American cultural and Prerequisite: none aesthetic experiences as well as the problem of identity Typical Rotation: Fall (odd) within the larger American culture and literary estab- Additional Attributes: Category C lishment. It is recommended for English majors planning graduate coursework. ENG204: American Literature II Prerequisites: none Credits: 3 Typical Rotation: Interterm (even) This course surveys the diversity of American heritage Additional Attributes: Category C as recorded in literature from the Civil War to the present. Students read a variety of authors such as Whit- ENG220: Advanced Writing man, Twain, James, Gilman, Faulkner, Porter, Ellison, Credits: 3 and Morrison. The literary periods studied include Re- This course ensures and encourages continued devel- alism, Naturalism, Modernism, and Post-Modernism. opment of writing skills. Advanced Writing provides These periods illustrate the unique vitality, diversity, study of and practice in the various rhetorical patterns and multiple traditions, which continue to define the or strategies traditionally used in expository writing; American identity. Exposure to them provides the stu- these include Aristotle’s three modes of persuasion (lo- dents with greater respect for and appreciation of the gos, ethos, and pathos), Classical Argument, and Roge- diversity of that identity. This course is not in sequence rian argumentation. Students will learn formal writing with ENG203: American Literature I and may be taken that exhibits awareness of form, audience, context and before it. purpose, proper grammar, usage and mechanics. The Prerequisites: none course includes extensive use of peer response and Typical Rotation: Spring (even) evaluation as part of the recursive writing process that Additional Attributes: Category C includes drafting and revising. Prerequisites: MID120 and MID130 ENG205: Adolescent Literature Typical Rotation: Fall (even) Credits: 3 Additional Attributes: W Course This course is designed for the professional development of the English Endorsement student; others may ENG230: Introduction to Creative Writing take the course as an elective. Students will be intro- Credits: 3 duced to classic and contemporary authors of young This aesthetic participation course enables students to

115 develop techniques for creating their own works in a the art of poetry through reading, writing, and discus- variety of genres — dramatic monologue, poetry, and sion, preparing them to become lifelong patrons of the fiction. Students learn about their relationship with arts. Special emphasis is placed on the student’s own language by exploring the imagination, by experiment- involvement in the creative process and on particular ing with the written word, and by being exposed to the demands of the genre — its techniques, forms, and world of practicing writers. Students actively engage in traditions, etc. Through poesies, or “making,” students generating ideas, sharing drafts, offering critiques, and discover the power of the word in shaping reality. revising and assessing their own works, all of which Prerequisites: none encourage them to become lifelong patrons of the arts. Typical Rotation: Fall (odd) Prerequisites: none Additional Attributes: Category C Typical Rotation: Spring (odd) Additional Attributes: Category C ENG242: Special Topics in English Credits: 3 ENG234: Creative Nonfiction The introductory-level special topics course is de- Credits: 3 signed to survey an area of English not otherwise Introduction to Creative Nonfiction is a course that covered in the curriculum, focusing especially upon exposes students to the multi-faceted genre of creative close reading, literary interpretation, contextualization nonfiction. Students will read a variety of short works of texts, and comparison and contract of works within that focus on personal writing including essays from the topic area. Example topics might be plays, short the CNF subgenres of the familiar essay, autobiogra- stories, detective novels, epic literature, non-Western phy, memoir, nature, and travel writing. Students will literature, etc. learn to analyze the rhetorical strategies of creative Prerequisites: ENG120 or ENG110 nonfiction writers, to read like a writer, and to learn Typical Rotation: none how to use these strategies in their own writing. Additional Attributes: Category C Prerequisites: none Typical Rotation: none ENG315: British Literature I Additional Attributes: Category C Credits: 3 This course surveys representative works from the ENG237: World Voices early British period, extending from Anglo-Saxon ENG237H: World Voices (Honors) writings to works composed around 1789, including Credits: 3 authors of the Middle Ages, Renaissance, and 18th This course approaches the world through the liter- Century. Students will study the historical context that ature of its writers. The course will cover at least five surrounds these works, the literary movements, and cultures (for example East Asian, South Asian, Euro- fashions that authors participated in or responded to, pean, Middle Eastern, African, and Latin American) and a selection of recent criticism about some of the through literary works such as fiction, poetry, drama, major authors and movements. Works will include and prose. Although recent literature (the last 100 epics, plays, poems and satires, as well as early novels. years) will be privileged, several classic works (Dante’s Prerequisites: MID120 or MID130 Inferno, Confucius’ Analects, etc.) may be included. Typical Rotation: Fall (even) Through reading, discussion, writing, and research, the Additional Attributes: none student will come to see similarities and differences between cultures and how those cultures perceive and ENG316: British Literature II practice the art of literature. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: none This course surveys British literature from the Roman- Typical Rotation: Spring (odd) tic Age to the present, including the Victorian, Mod- Additional Attributes: Category C ern, and Post-Modern periods. A primary emphasis will be on important literary circles or movements and ENG240: Wordsmiths how 19th century literature influenced 20th century Credits: 3 literature. The readings will include poetry and nov- This aesthetic participation course engages students in els. Possible authors include Wordsworth, Tennyson,

116 Arnold, George Eliot, Yeats, Woolf, World War One appropriate to interpretation of literary texts by exam- poets, Greene. This course is not in sequence with ining the trends in literary criticism and theory from ENG315: British Literature I and may be taken before classical authors such as Plato and Aristotle to modern it. critical movements such as structuralism, Marxism, Prerequisites: MID120 or MID130 feminism, deconstruction, and multiculturalism. Stu- Typical Rotation: Spring (odd) dents reach beyond mere fact gathering to analytical Additional Attributes: none assessment of texts and critical writing about texts. Prerequisites: MID120 or MID130 ENG350: Shakespeare Typical Rotation: Fall (even) ENG350H: Shakespeare (Honors) Additional Attributes: Cross-listed as SOC420 Credits: 3 This course engages the student in intensive textual ENG440: Seminar in Selected Topics in English analysis of plays and a critical study of the artistic and Credits: 3 dramatic techniques of Shakespeare. Students read The Selected Topics course is an advanced seminar in a at least six representative plays from the comedies, particular English sub-topics that is not otherwise cov- tragedies, histories, and romances or problem plays. ered in the curriculum. Possible topics include a spe- Students will thus be exposed to the richness of Shake- cific genre (epic poems, historical novels), a sub-spe- speare’s imagery, the depth of his imagination, and cialty (Native American writings), or theme (Literature the profundity of his examination of human nature. of the American Cowboy). Several opportunities to Students also become acquainted with the Elizabethan study and apply literary theory will be part of the class, mind as reflected in the works of Shakespeare. which is designed for the more advanced student. Prerequisites: MID120 or MID130 Prerequisites: Sophomore standing and any 100- or Typical Rotation: Fall (odd) 200-level ENG course Additional Attributes: none Typical Rotation: none Additional Attributes: none ENG355: Linguistics Credits: 3 ENG450: Independent Study The major thrust of this societal structures course is Credits: 1 to 3 sociolinguistics. The course begins with an introduc- This course of study must be designed by the super- tion to the study of human language in general and vising professor and student. An independent study English in particular, examines the nature of language request must document this intended course of study and some of its structural and biological aspects, and and be approved by Academic Affairs. explores the origins, development, and worldwide Prerequisites: Permission by application significance of the English language. Its objectives are Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval to help students 1) understand how language relates Additional Attributes: none to such diverse societal structures as one’s community, region or nation, social situation, culture, and gender; ENG460: Senior Thesis 2) demonstrate the social consequences of any linguis- Credits: 1 to 3 tic variation as well as the prejudicial and manipulative Completion of an English major or endorsement re- uses of language; and 3) discuss intelligently the sig- quires that students complete a senior thesis. The thesis nificance and social implications of current social and is optional for the compressed major. All thesis stu- cultural issues that are inseparable from language. dents 1) define an area of inquiry, formulate a thesis, Prerequisites: MID120 or MID130 gather and arrange materials to demonstrate the valid- Typical Rotation: Fall (odd) ity of the thesis 2) meet frequently with the approved Additional Attributes: none faculty readers; and 3) formally present their findings to the English Faculty. The senior thesis is “indepen- ENG380: Literary Criticism dent,” and the student determines its exact course. ENG380H: Literary Criticism (Honors) Students have the option of choosing either a critical Credits: 3 or a creative track. For those earning an English ed- In this course, students learn the critical thinking skills ucation endorsement, a “Senior Essay” version of the

117 course is offered for one credit. Students must petition Credits: 4 the English Faculty in the spring of their junior year to This course presents the history of the Earth as defined participate in this course. by plate tectonics, the evolution of the atmosphere, Prerequisites: ENG220 and Permission by Application organic evolution, oceanography and, specifically, the Typical Rotation: Upon application and approval development of the North American continent. Stu- Additional Attributes: none dents examine their potential roles as scientifically literate citizens and understand the fragile nature of the ENG496: Research world around them and the significance of their roles Credits: 1 to 3 in sustaining that world. In the laboratory, particular This course is designed for students wishing to focus emphasis is placed upon the scientific method. on, and complete, directed research such as that re- Prerequisites: none quired for a research course or thesis. Students in good Typical Rotation: none standing may register for this course upon consulta- Additional Attributes: Lab Science Proficiency tion with their advisor and faculty and after gaining approval from Academic Affairs. ESC102L: Historical Geology Lab Prerequisites: Junior standing and Permission by Credits: 0 Application Required laboratory section Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval Additional Attributes: none ESC123: Principles of Geography Credits: 3 ENG499: English Internship Principles of Geography offer a systematic examina- Credits: 1 to 3 tion of the basic principles of geography with emphasis Students are placed with on-site professionals who on the physical elements. Topics include cartography, manage their workload and oversee their performance, mapping, seasons and time, climatology and climatic much like an employment setting. regions, plant geography, and soils. This course is rec- Prerequisites: Permission by Application ommended for elementary and secondary education Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval majors. Additional Attributes: none Prerequisites: none Typical Rotation: Spring (even) ESC101: Physical Geology Additional Attributes: none Credits: 4 This course deals with the structures of the earth and ESC126: Human Geography the theories of volcanism, plate tectonics, weathering Credits: 3 and soil, mass wasting, streams, glaciation, deserts, This course offers students the opportunity to gain an oceanography, and earthquakes. The students examine in-depth understanding of some of the interactions of their potential roles as scientifically literate citizens the world’s people with locales, physical environments, with responsibility for sustaining the earth. In the historical constructs, and contemporary characteris- laboratory, particular emphasis is given to scientific tics. Example topics studied in the course include cul- methodology. Field trips enhance the students’ under- ture, agriculture, natural resources, urban geography, standing of the principles of geology and the need for a and population. sustainable existence. Prerequisites: none Prerequisites: none Typical Rotation: Fall (even) Typical Rotation: Fall (all) Additional Attributes: none Additional Attributes: Lab Science Proficiency ESC130: Geography of Contemporary Global Issues ESC101L: Physical Geology Lab Credits: 3 Credits: 0 This course examines global concerns and issues affect- Required laboratory section ing today’s society through the writings of some of the best scientists, practitioners, researchers, and media ESC102: Historical Geology commentators. Issues are drawn into new perspectives

118 as accepted theories and viewpoints are called into This course provides in-depth experiences in the meth- question. Examples of topics covered include concerns ods, assessment, and evaluation of ESL students. Meth- such as population, sustainable use of tropical forests, ods of instruction will include a variety of models, landscape of hunger and the electronic superhighway. techniques, and strategies that are effective with ESL Students examine the evidence supporting various po- students. Practice with models of sheltered instruction sitions and suggest possible responses and solutions. will prepare Teacher Candidates in the areas of plan- Prerequisites: none ning, instruction, review, and assessment to work in Typical Rotation: none classrooms with English language learners. This course Additional Attributes: none includes a field-based experience of 15 hours. Prerequisites: EDU270, ESL150, and Acceptance into ESC410: Topics in Earth Science the Midland Teacher Education Program Credits: 1 to 3 Typical Rotation: Spring (all) Topics in Earth Science provides individual research Additional Attributes: none or study in an area of the student’s interest. The course may be repeated for credit. ESL498: ESL Practicum Prerequisites: Instructor Permission Credits: 1 to 2 Typical Rotation: none This course provides Candidates an opportunity to Additional Attributes: none complete a practicum of 45 or 90 hours in an ESL setting. Candidates will select from a variety of assign- ESL100: Introduction to ESL ments related to their practicum experience. The grade Credits: 3 levels for the practicum must correspond with field This course examines theories of language acquisition, or subject endorsement being sought. This experience history, and legal implications of ESL in the United does not satisfy the Nebraska Department of Educa- States. Students will become familiar with local and tion Clinical Experience requirement for certification. national standards of ESL. This course provides a gen- Prerequisites: ESL150 and acceptance into Midland eral overview of strategies and techniques effective for Teacher Education Program teaching English Language Learners. Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval Prerequisites: none Additional Attributes: none Typical Rotation: Fall (all) Additional Attributes: none HIS111: United States History to 1877 HIS111H: United States History to 1877 (Honors) ESL150: Cross-Cultural Communications Credits: 3 Credits: 3 This course surveys the history, creation, and develop- This course examines the implications of serving ment of the United States from pre-European contact diverse cultures present in an ESL setting, including through the Reconstruction Era. cultures of race/ethnicity, religion, and poverty. Stu- Prerequisites: none dents will identify the characteristics of different cul- Typical Rotation: Fall (all) tures and effective strategies to use when working with Additional Attributes: Category C students and families of diverse populations. Students will examine their own cultural biases and biases of HIS112: United States History since 1877 others in educational settings. Students will interact HIS112H: United States History since 1877 (Honors) with students and/or adults who are not native English Credits: 3 speaking. This course surveys the history, creation, and devel- Prerequisites: EDU190 or Instructor Permission opment of the United States since the Reconstruction Typical Rotation: Spring (all) Era. Additional Attributes: none Prerequisites: none Typical Rotation: Spring (all) ESL300: Methods - Assessment - and Evaluation of Additional Attributes: Category C ESL Learners Credits: 4 HIS153: World Civilizations I

119 Credits: 3 current event political topics. Students will review This course explores the historical development of scholarship and opposing views of the selected topic. human diversity on the national scale, beginning with Cross-listed as POL221. the earliest records of social communities and ending Prerequisites: none at 1500. Students are exposed to the emergence, dom- Typical Rotation: Spring (odd) inance, decline, and reemergence of various cultures, Additional Attributes: Category C western and non-western, and come to see how they created their own political, economic, and techno- HIS240: Women in America logical institutions. Students learn how contacts with Credits: 3 other nations have positively and negatively influenced This course surveys the public and private lives of their development and resulted in historically defined American women of diverse class, racial, ethnic, and interdependence. regional heritage from colonial times to the present. Prerequisites: none The course examines the gender roles in the family, Typical Rotation: Fall (all) work place and community, and the bonds that unite Additional Attributes: Category C women of multiple cultural traditions. Students learn to examine human experience from a historical per- HIS154: World Civilizations II spective and become aware of the complexity of histor- Credits: 3 ical thought. Through historical analysis and examina- This course investigates the development of humanity tion of the various experiences of the specific women on the national scale, beginning with 1500 Common selected for consideration, students gain an appreci- Era (C.E.) and continuing to the present. Students ation and respect for the common bonds that unite are exposed to the emergence, dominance, decline, women of multiple traditions, how their experiences and realignment of various cultures, western and have shaped the greater American experience, and the non-western, and come to realize how these cultures importance, in general, of cooperation in democratic have created their own political, economic, and social societies. Cross-listed as POL240. institutions and practices, often in conjunction with, Prerequisites: none or in opposition to, other cultures. Students will learn Typical Rotation: Spring (odd) how the various cultures have cross-fertilized each oth- Additional Attributes: Category C er and how interdependence is a hallmark of modern world civilization. HIS241: Great Plains History Prerequisites: none Credits: 3 Typical Rotation: Spring (all) This course comparatively examines the geography, Additional Attributes: Category C history, and peoples that populate the Great Plains region. Students will explore the history of the Native HIS160: Western Heritage Since 1500 American nations and states that make up this area. Credits: 3 The course reviews the economic, political, and social This course in western heritage is a survey of Western history of the region as well as race, class, and gender history since 1500. Beginning with the Renaissance issues. Students also will consider the region’s unique and Reformation, the course concentrates on the evo- history within the context of larger developments of lution of the concepts of democracy, equality, and free- the United States, such as World War I, the Great De- dom. Students will understand the interplay between pression, and current events. Cross-listed as POL241. the dominating social/political ideas and historical Prerequisites: none process. Typical Rotation: Fall (odd) Prerequisites: none Additional Attributes: Category C Typical Rotation: none Additional Attributes: Category C HIS311: America and the World Credits: 3 HIS221: Special Topics This course explores how the United States became Credits: 3 a major global power. Topics will include America’s This course investigates the historical evolution of emergence as a global power, involvement in World

120 Wars I and II, and an in-depth investigation of Cold Prerequisites: none War policies, the arms race, and military covert ac- Typical Rotation: Spring (even) tions. Students also will consider the contributions of, Additional Attributes: none and effects on, the home front as part of these historical developments. Recommended Preparation: HIS112 HIS340: Historical Research & Writing or HIS154. Cross-listed as POL311. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: none This course explores what is involved in the profession- Typical Rotation: Fall (even) al study of history, and it is most beneficial for students Additional Attributes: none to take it toward the end of their second year of study. Through weekly assignments, students gain exposure HIS313: U.S. Constitutional History to numerous methods and skills involved in develop- Credits: 3 ing a historical narrative, including different approach- This course studies the creation of the United States es to researching, writing, and presenting history. Each Constitution, and its evolution throughout United student will conduct original research for the primary States history. Students examine its drafting, amend- research paper and present a mini-lecture on their ment, and the changing concepts of constitutional topic. government. Students will review and critically con- Prerequisites: none sider U.S. Supreme Court decisions and their impact Typical Rotation: Spring (all) on American society. Recommended Preparation: Additional Attributes: W Course HIS111, HIS112, POL112, or POL113. Cross-listed as POL313. HIS420: Selected Topics Prerequisites: none Credits: 3 Typical Rotation: Fall (even) “Selected Topics” is a generic title for history courses, Additional Attributes: none which require critical inquiry into various historical periods. For example, the course topic might be the HIS331: Political Philosophy I History of the Presidency or World War I. In each case, Credits: 3 students critically assess the data pertinent to the topic This course considers the writings of different philoso- in a number of historical works. Students also identify phers who addressed political concepts such as democ- a specific historical problem of their own choosing and racy, liberty, and the relationship between rulers and write a seminar paper evaluating scholars’ reactions to the ruled. Students will track the evolution of thought that problem. on these ideas from the ancient world through the Prerequisites: none eighteenth century. Students will benefit from having Typical Rotation: Spring (odd) taken at least one course in history or politics prior to Additional Attributes: none enrolling in this course. Cross-listed as POL331. Prerequisites: none HIS421: Seminar-New Deal Era Typical Rotation: Fall (odd) Credits: 3 Additional Attributes: none This course considers the developments that led to the Great Depression, political ideology underpin- HIS332: Political Philosophy II ning New Deal programs, and examines the Roosevelt Credits: 3 Administration’s programs in detail. Students also will This course considers the writings of different phi- comparatively examine differences in New Deal expe- losophers who addressed political concepts such as riences among different geographic regions, races, and democracy, liberty, race, class, and gender and the role socio-economic classes. Students also will place New of government in these issues. Students will track the Deal programs and U.S. entry into World War II in the evolution of thought on these ideas from the nine- larger context of international relations during this pe- teenth century to the present. Students will benefit riod. Recommended Preparation: HIS112 and at least from having taken at least one course in history or one other history course. Cross-listed as POL421. politics prior to enrolling in this course. Cross-listed as Prerequisites: none POL332. Typical Rotation: Spring (odd)

121 Additional Attributes: none Additional Attributes: none

HIS422: Seminar-American Exceptionalism HIS450: Independent Study Credits: 3 Credits: 1 to 3 This course considers the notion of “American Excep- This course of study must be designed by the super- tionalism,” its origins, and its evolution through the vising professor and student. An independent study course of U.S. history. Students will review the U.S. role request must document this intended course of study in the world, particularly during the twentieth century, and be approved by Academic Affairs. and critically consider the impact of U.S. foreign pol- Prerequisites: Permission by application icy, including domestic implications, to determine if Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval actions proved or disproved “exceptionalism.” Recom- Additional Attributes: none mended Preparation: HIS112 or HIS154 and at least one other history course. Cross-listed as POL422. HIS498: Thesis Prerequisites: none Credits: 1 to 3 Typical Rotation: Fall (odd) Additional Attributes: none HIS499: History Internship Credits: 1 to 3 HIS423: Seminar-From Empires to Nations (Europe) Students are placed with on-site professionals who Credits: 3 manage their workload and oversee their performance, This course reviews the rise and fall of European em- much like an employment setting. pires during the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. Prerequisites: Permission by Application Students will consider the rise and fall of the Habsburg, Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval Nazi, and Soviet empires, and the populations in Cen- Additional Attributes: none tral, Southern, and Eastern Europe affected by their imperial control. Students also will study the emer- HON100: Experiential and Service Learning gence of independent nations throughout this area Credits: 1 after the collapse of the Soviet Union, as well as current These opportunities will be open to all students at events related to this region, to understand better the Midland University including Anderson Leadership legacy of empire. Recommended Preparation: HIS154 Scholars. Honors students must participate in at least and at least one other history course. Cross-listed as one experience in the fall and spring semesters. Hon- POL423. ors students will receive one credit for participating Prerequisites: none in one of these events in the fall and one event in the Typical Rotation: Spring (even) spring. These experiences may include: attending plays Additional Attributes: none at the Blue Barn, performances at the Lied Center and the Orpheum, Discussions at the Holland Cen- HIS424: Seminar-Decolonization ter, Speakers brought to Midland’s campus to discuss Credits: 3 entrepreneurial opportunities, ethical concerns, and This course reviews European colonization of Africa local, statewide, or national issues. Service learning and Asia during the nineteenth and early twentieth opportunities may include working with Habitat for centuries. Different models of imperial control are Humanity, the homeless shelter, the Bridge, and other explored, and their implications on indigenous popu- local service organizations in our area. Honors stu- lations. Students also undertake a comparative review dents will be expected to participate in roundtable of the decolonization of some of these nations, and discussions focused on these experiences and write a the resulting complications to present day. The course reflection paper on questions or observations generat- also considers current events related to this region to ed by the experiences. understand better the legacy of empire. Recommend- Prerequisites: none ed Preparation: HIS154 and at least one other history Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) course. Cross-listed as POL424. Additional Attributes: none Prerequisites: none Typical Rotation: Fall (even) HON400: Presidential Capstone

122 Credits: 1 Additional Attributes: none During the senior year, student will participate in a seminar with presentations by the University Presi- HPM130: Beginning Swim dent, Board members and other professional leaders in Credits: 1 the community. The goal of the seminar is to provide Beginning Swimming is designed for non-swimmers networking opportunities and develop professional to learn the beginning skills and techniques of swim- skills. ming as required by the American Red Cross. A test- Prerequisites: Senior standing out option is not available. Typical Rotation: none Prerequisites: none Additional Attributes: none Typical Rotation: Fall (all) Additional Attributes: none HPM100: Athletic Training Credits: 1 HPM131: Social Recreation Activities This course introduces student to the profession of Credits: 1 athletic training. This course utilizes the Board of Cer- This course is designed to teach get-acquainted activ- tification’s Role Delineation Study to expose the basics ities, icebreaker activities, recreational sport activities, of each domain. mixers, and rhythmical activities. Prerequisites: none Prerequisites: none Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) Additional Attributes: none Additional Attributes: none

HPM110: Social Dance HPM138: Dance Team Credits: 1 Credits: 1 Social Dance promotes the benefits of dance as a physi- Varsity Sports, taken for college credit are offered to cal activity that can be enjoyed throughout a person’s develop a healthy lifestyle through physical activity in lifetime. Students will learn skills and techniquest competitive sports. The student must actively partic- of ballroom dance including Latin American, waltz, ipate and meet all conference and national require- foxtrot, jitterbug, and swing dances. Group dances and ments of participation to be eligible for credit. A mixers will also be included. Students will learn how to course may be recorded on the transcript a maximum recognize appropriate music and corresponding danc- of four (4) times in each sport. P/PM/NC only. es, as well as ballroom etiquette. Prerequisites: none Prerequisites: none Typical Rotation: Spring (all) Typical Rotation: Fall (all) Additional Attributes: none Additional Attributes: none HPM140: Lifetime Fitness HPM112: Dance Exercise Credits: 1 Credits: 1 Lifetime Fitness is designed to teach fundamental skills Dance Exercise teaches fundamental skills and tech- and techniques of weight training, walking, jogging, niques of yoga, tae-bo, pilates, and step aerobics. and aerobic activities. Prerequisites: none Prerequisites: none Typical Rotation: Spring (all) Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) Additional Attributes: none Additional Attributes: none

HPM115: Outdoor Leisure Activities HPM141: Intercollegiate Volleyball (Women) Credits: 1 Credits: 1 HPM115 is designed to teach fundamental skills and Varsity Sports, taken for college credit are offered to techniques of horse shoes, ice-skating, curling, and develop a healthy lifestyle through physical activity in Frisbee golf. competitive sports. The student must actively partic- Prerequisites: none ipate and meet all conference and national require- Typical Rotation: Spring (all) ments of participation to be eligible for credit. A

123 course may be recorded on the transcript a maximum of four (4) times in each sport. P/PM/NC only. of four (4) times in each sport. P/PM/NC only. Prerequisites: none Prerequisites: none Typical Rotation: Spring (all) Typical Rotation: Fall (all) Additional Attributes: none Additional Attributes: none HPM147: Intercollegiate Hockey (Women) HPM142: Lifeguard Training Credits: 1 Credits: 1 Varsity Sports, taken for college credit are offered to A course designed to provide lifeguard Candidates develop a healthy lifestyle through physical activity in with the skills and knowledge to prevent and respond competitive sports. The student must actively partic- to aquatic emergencies. Students receive certification ipate and meet all conference and national require- through the American Red Cross. ments of participation to be eligible for credit. A Prerequisites: none course may be recorded on the transcript a maximum Typical Rotation: Spring (all) of four (4) times in each sport. P/PM/NC only. Additional Attributes: none Prerequisites: none Typical Rotation: Spring (all) HPM144: Intercollegiate Softball (Women) Additional Attributes: none Credits: 1 Varsity Sports, taken for college credit are offered to HPM148: Intercollegiate Hockey (Men) develop a healthy lifestyle through physical activity in Credits: 1 competitive sports. The student must actively partic- Varsity Sports, taken for college credit are offered to ipate and meet all conference and national require- develop a healthy lifestyle through physical activity in ments of participation to be eligible for credit. A competitive sports. The student must actively partic- course may be recorded on the transcript a maximum ipate and meet all conference and national require- of four (4) times in each sport. P/PM/NC only. ments of participation to be eligible for credit. A Prerequisites: none course may be recorded on the transcript a maximum Typical Rotation: Spring (all) of four (4) times in each sport. P/PM/NC only. Additional Attributes: none Prerequisites: none Typical Rotation: Spring (all) HPM145: Intercollegiate Soccer Additional Attributes: none Credits: 1 Varsity Sports, taken for college credit are offered to HPM150: Racquet Sports develop a healthy lifestyle through physical activity in Credits: 1 competitive sports. The student must actively partic- HPM150 is designed to teach fundamental skills and ipate and meet all conference and national require- techniques of tennis, badminton, racquetball, and table ments of participation to be eligible for credit. A tennis. course may be recorded on the transcript a maximum Prerequisites: none of four (4) times in each sport. P/PM/NC only. Typical Rotation: Fall (all) Prerequisites: none Additional Attributes: none Typical Rotation: Fall (all) Additional Attributes: none HPM151: Intercollegiate Football Credits: 1 HPM146: Intercollegiate Basketball (Women) Varsity Sports, taken for college credit are offered to Credits: 1 develop a healthy lifestyle through physical activity in Varsity Sports, taken for college credit are offered to competitive sports. The student must actively partic- develop a healthy lifestyle through physical activity in ipate and meet all conference and national require- competitive sports. The student must actively partic- ments of participation to be eligible for credit. A ipate and meet all conference and national require- course may be recorded on the transcript a maximum ments of participation to be eligible for credit. A of four (4) times in each sport. P/PM/NC only. course may be recorded on the transcript a maximum Prerequisites: none

124 Typical Rotation: Fall (all) of four (4) times in each sport. P/PM/NC only. Additional Attributes: none Prerequisites: none Typical Rotation: Spring (all) HPM152: Intercollegiate Track and Field Additional Attributes: none Credits: 1 Varsity Sports, taken for college credit are offered to HPM157: Intercollegiate Golf (Women) develop a healthy lifestyle through physical activity in Credits: 1 competitive sports. The student must actively partic- Varsity Sports, taken for college credit are offered to ipate and meet all conference and national require- develop a healthy lifestyle through physical activity in ments of participation to be eligible for credit. A competitive sports. The student must actively partic- course may be recorded on the transcript a maximum ipate and meet all conference and national require- of four (4) times in each sport. P/PM/NC only. ments of participation to be eligible for credit. A Prerequisites: none course may be recorded on the transcript a maximum Typical Rotation: Spring (all) of four (4) times in each sport. P/PM/NC only. Additional Attributes: none Prerequisites: none Typical Rotation: Spring (all) HPM153: Intercollegiate Cross Country Additional Attributes: none Credits: 1 Varsity Sports, taken for college credit are offered to HPM158: Intercollegiate Tennis develop a healthy lifestyle through physical activity in Credits: 1 competitive sports. The student must actively partic- Varsity Sports, taken for college credit are offered to ipate and meet all conference and national require- develop a healthy lifestyle through physical activity in ments of participation to be eligible for credit. A competitive sports. The student must actively partic- course may be recorded on the transcript a maximum ipate and meet all conference and national require- of four (4) times in each sport. P/PM/NC only. ments of participation to be eligible for credit. A Prerequisites: none course may be recorded on the transcript a maximum Typical Rotation: Fall (all) of four (4) times in each sport. P/PM/NC only. Additional Attributes: none Prerequisites: none Typical Rotation: Spring (all) HPM154: Intercollegiate Baseball Additional Attributes: none Credits: 1 Varsity Sports, taken for college credit are offered to HPM160: Intermediate Swimming develop a healthy lifestyle through physical activity in Credits: 1 competitive sports. The student must actively partic- This swimming course is designed to teach the inter- ipate and meet all conference and national require- mediate skills and techniques of swimming as required ments of participation to be eligible for credit. A by the American Red Cross. A test-out option is avail- course may be recorded on the transcript a maximum able. of four (4) times in each sport. P/PM/NC only. Prerequisites: none Prerequisites: none Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) Typical Rotation: Spring (all) Additional Attributes: none Additional Attributes: none HPM161: Introduction to Human Performance HPM156: Intercollegiate Golf (Men) Credits: 3 Credits: 1 HPM161 is an introductory course that studies the Varsity Sports, taken for college credit are offered to relationship of human performance to exercise science, develop a healthy lifestyle through physical activity in fitness and sport management, physical education, competitive sports. The student must actively partic- strength and conditioning, and athletic training. The ipate and meet all conference and national require- course includes historical foundation of human per- ments of participation to be eligible for credit. A formance, orientation to the professions and consid- course may be recorded on the transcript a maximum eration of issues and trends in the field. Students will

125 begin development of professional web portfolios. course may be recorded on the transcript a maximum Prerequisites: none of four (4) times in each sport. P/PM/NC only. Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) Prerequisites: none Additional Attributes: none Typical Rotation: Spring (all) Additional Attributes: none HPM162: Foundations of Coaching Credits: 2 HPM171: Intercollegiate Swimming HPM162 is a course designed for students interested Credits: 1 in becoming athletic coaches and includes philoso- Varsity Sports, taken for college credit are offered to phy and objectives, organizational skills, management develop a healthy lifestyle through physical activity in skills, marketing, issues and trends in coaching inter- competitive sports. The student must actively partic- scholastic athletics. ipate and meet all conference and national require- Prerequisites: none ments of participation to be eligible for credit. A Typical Rotation: Fall (all), Interterm (all), and Spring course may be recorded on the transcript a maximum (all) of four (4) times in each sport. P/PM/NC only. Additional Attributes: none Prerequisites: none Typical Rotation: Spring (all) HPM164: Varsity Cheerleading Additional Attributes: none Credits: 1 Varsity Sports, taken for college credit are offered to HPM172: Intercollegiate Wrestling (Men) develop a healthy lifestyle through physical activity in Credits: 1 competitive sports. The student must actively partic- Varsity Sports, taken for college credit are offered to ipate and meet all conference and national require- develop a healthy lifestyle through physical activity in ments of participation to be eligible for credit. A competitive sports. The student must actively partic- course may be recorded on the transcript a maximum ipate and meet all conference and national require- of four (4) times in each sport. P/PM/NC only. ments of participation to be eligible for credit. A Prerequisites: none course may be recorded on the transcript a maximum Typical Rotation: Spring (all) of four (4) times in each sport. P/PM/NC only. Additional Attributes: none Prerequisites: none Typical Rotation: Spring (all) HPM166: Intercollegiate Lacrosse (Women) Additional Attributes: none Credits: 1 Varsity Sports, taken for college credit are offered to HPM173: Intercollegiate Wrestling (Women) develop a healthy lifestyle through physical activity in Credits: 1 competitive sports. The student must actively partic- Varsity Sports, taken for college credit are offered to ipate and meet all conference and national require- develop a healthy lifestyle through physical activity in ments of participation to be eligible for credit. A competitive sports. The student must actively partic- course may be recorded on the transcript a maximum ipate and meet all conference and national require- of four (4) times in each sport. P/PM/NC only. ments of participation to be eligible for credit. A Prerequisites: none course may be recorded on the transcript a maximum Typical Rotation: Spring (all) of four (4) times in each sport. P/PM/NC only. Additional Attributes: none Prerequisites: none Typical Rotation: Fall (all) HPM168: Intercollegiate Basketball (Men) Additional Attributes: none Credits: 1 Varsity Sports, taken for college credit are offered to HPM175: Intercollegiate Bowling (Men) develop a healthy lifestyle through physical activity in Credits: 1 competitive sports. The student must actively partic- Varsity Sports, taken for college credit are offered to ipate and meet all conference and national require- develop a healthy lifestyle through physical activity in ments of participation to be eligible for credit. A competitive sports. The student must actively partic-

126 ipate and meet all conference and national require- develop a healthy lifestyle through physical activity in ments of participation to be eligible for credit. A competitive sports. The student must actively partic- course may be recorded on the transcript a maximum ipate and meet all conference and national require- of four (4) times in each sport. P/PM/NC only. ments of participation to be eligible for credit. A Prerequisites: none course may be recorded on the transcript a maximum Typical Rotation: Spring (all) of four (4) times in each sport. P/PM/NC only. Additional Attributes: none Prerequisites: none Typical Rotation: Spring (all) HPM176: Intercollegiate Bowling (Women) Additional Attributes: none Credits: 1 Varsity Sports, taken for college credit are offered to HPM180: Health and Wellness develop a healthy lifestyle through physical activity in Credits: 2 competitive sports. The student must actively partic- This course focuses on combining fitness and wellness ipate and meet all conference and national require- concepts to promote holistic health. Topics include ments of participation to be eligible for credit. A substance abuse, nutrition, weight control, lifetime course may be recorded on the transcript a maximum fitness, sexuality, injury/disease prevention, stress of four (4) times in each sport. P/PM/NC only. management, and self-assessment to develop personal Prerequisites: none well-being programs, which interact mind, body and Typical Rotation: Spring (all) spirit. Additional Attributes: none Prerequisites: none Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) HPM177: Intercollegiate Shooting Sports Additional Attributes: none Credits: 1 Varsity Sports, taken for college credit are offered to HPM190: Lifetime Sports develop a healthy lifestyle through physical activity in Credits: 1 competitive sports. The student must actively partic- Lifetime Sports is designed to teach fundamental skills ipate and meet all conference and national require- and techniques of golf, bowling, recreational volleyball, ments of participation to be eligible for credit. A and basketball. Course includes an additional fee. course may be recorded on the transcript a maximum Prerequisites: none of four (4) times in each sport. P/PM/NC only. Typical Rotation: Spring (all) Prerequisites: none Additional Attributes: none Typical Rotation: Spring (all) Additional Attributes: none HPM200: Theory - Practice - and Coaching Swimming Credits: 2 HPM178: Intercollegiate eSports HPM200 offers a study of the theory, methods, skill Credits: 1 techniques, rules, and strategies of the sport as well as Varsity Sports, taken for college credit are offered to the organization and administration of a swimming develop a healthy lifestyle through physical activity in program. Students earn American Red Cross WSI cer- competitive sports. The student must actively partic- tification upon successful completion of the course. ipate and meet all conference and national require- Prerequisites: none ments of participation to be eligible for credit. A Typical Rotation: Fall (odd) course may be recorded on the transcript a maximum Additional Attributes: none of four (4) times in each sport. P/PM/NC only. Prerequisites: none HPM201: Theory - Practice - and Coaching Basketball Typical Rotation: Spring (all) Credits: 2 Additional Attributes: none This course offers a study of the theory, methods, skill techniques, rules, and strategies of the sport as well as HPM179: Intercollegiate Powerlifting the organization and administration of a basketball Credits: 1 program. Varsity Sports, taken for college credit are offered to Prerequisites: none

127 Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) Prerequisites: BIO190 or BIO204 Additional Attributes: none Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) Additional Attributes: none HPM202: Theory - Practice - and Coaching Baseball Credits: 2 HPM210: First Aid-CPR-AED HPM202 is a study of the theory, methods, skill tech- Credits: 2 niques, rules, and strategies of the sport as well as the This course provides students with the skills and organization and administration of a baseball program. knowledge in the administration of first aid. Students Prerequisites: none will have the opportunity to earn American Red Cross Typical Rotation: Fall (even) and Interterm (odd) Certification in Standard First Aid, CPR, and AED. Additional Attributes: none Course includes an additional fee. Prerequisites: none HPM203: Theory - Practice - and Coaching Football Typical Rotation: Fall (all), Interterm (all), and Spring Credits: 2 (all) Theory of football is a study of the theory, methods, Additional Attributes: none skill techniques, rules, and strategies of the sport as well as the organization and administration of a foot- HPM214: Theory - Practice - and Coaching Wrestling ball program. Credits: 2 Prerequisites: none This course helps prepare the future wrestling coach Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) in the teaching of fundamental skills, technical as- Additional Attributes: none pects, strategy, training, and rules of the sport. This class will also help prepare students for organizational HPM205: Theory - Practice - and Coaching Volleyball techniques, equipment needs, organizing tournaments Credits: 2 or competitions and other basic wrestling coaching This course is a study of the theory, methods, skill duties. Students will learn how to present technique techniques, rules, and strategies of the sport as well and will function as clinicians for the other members as the organization and administration of a volleyball of the class. program. Prerequisites: none Prerequisites: none Typical Rotation: Fall (even) Typical Rotation: Spring (all) Additional Attributes: none Additional Attributes: none HPM215: Sports Officiating I HPM206: Theory - Practice - and Coaching Track and Credits: 2 Cross Country Sports Officiating I is a study of the principles, philoso- Credits: 2 phy, mechanics, interpretation, and application of rules HPM206 is a study of the theory, methods, techniques, pertinent to football and volleyball. Course includes an rules, and strategies of the sport, as well as the organi- additional fee. zation and administration of a cross country, track and Prerequisites: none field program. Typical Rotation: Fall (odd) and Interterm (odd) Prerequisites: none Additional Attributes: none Typical Rotation: Interterm (all) Additional Attributes: none HPM216: Sports Officiating II Credits: 2 HPM208: Principles of Strength and Conditioning A continuation of Sports Officiating I, this course is a Credits: 2 study of the principles, philosophy mechanics, inter- A course designed to provide students with theoretical pretation, and application of rules pertinent to baseball and practical knowledge of the physiological, biome- and basketball. chanical, and administrative aspects of designing and Prerequisites: none supervising strength and conditioning programs for Typical Rotation: Fall (even) and Interterm (even) various populations. Course includes an additional fee. Additional Attributes: none

128 Typical Rotation: Interterm (all) HPM220: Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries Additional Attributes: none Credits: 3 Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries is designed to HPM299: Human Performance Internship I cover procedures in prevention, care, treatment, man- Credits: 1 agement, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries. This internship is primarily observational hours; 45 Prerequisites: none contact hours are required. Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) Prerequisites: Sophomore standing and Permission by Additional Attributes: none Application Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval HPM222: Theory - Practice - and Coaching Soccer Additional Attributes: none Credits: 2 HPM222 is a study of theory, methods, skill tech- HPM307: Kinesiology niques, rules, and strategies involved in coaching Credits: 3 soccer. Kinesiology is a study of the structural determinants Prerequisites: none of human motion including the bones, muscles, and Typical Rotation: Spring (all) joints and includes the application of basic biomechan- Additional Attributes: none ical principles to human motion. Prerequisites: BIO190 or BIO204 HPM223: Motor Learning Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) Credits: 2 Additional Attributes: none Motor Learning is the fundamental study of growth and perceptual motor development in children, and HPM311: Sports Nutrition the role of play in learning. Special emphasis is placed Credits: 2 upon analyzing games and activities, which may en- This course develops students’ understanding of the hance academic skills and the development of percep- relationship among essential nutrients, energy metab- tual motor skills. olism and optimal sports performance while helping Prerequisites: none them obtain the tools they need to properly educate Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and motivate athletes. Additional Attributes: none Prerequisites: none Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) HPM225: Human Movement Patterns and Screening Additional Attributes: none Credits: 2 This course investigates a functional approach to HPM312: Physiology of Exercise movement. Upon completion of this course, students Credits: 3 will be able to assess human movement for imbalances Physiology of Exercise is a physiological study of the or asymmetries that may affect injury risk and move- major systems of the human body, and their response ment efficiency. Certification included upon complet- to exercise and exercise programs. The course includes ing course and passing Online certification examina- the application of physiological concepts to physical tion. Course includes an additional fee. training and conditioning. Prerequisites: HPM161 and BIO190 or BIO204 Prerequisites: BIO190 or BIO204 Typical Rotation: Interterm (all) Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) Additional Attributes: none Additional Attributes: none

HPM240: Special Topics in Human Performance HPM323: Advanced Strength and Conditioning Credits: 1 to 3 Credits: 2 This course is offered to students from any major. In- This course prepares students for a Certified Strength cluded within the course are introductory to interme- and Conditioning Specialist (CSCSs) certification diate topics within the field of human performance. by the National Strength and Conditioning Associ- Prerequisites: none ation. This course provides application of scientific

129 knowledge to train individuals for the primary goal of Credits: 2 improving athletic performance. Objectives include This internship allows students to begin practicing conducting activity-specific testing sessions, designing skills related to their profession under direct supervi- and implementing safe and effective strength training sion; 90 contact hours are required. and conditioning programs and providing guidance Prerequisites: Junior Standing and Permission by regarding nutrition and injury prevention. Course Application includes an additional fee. Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval Prerequisites: HPM208 and HPM225 and final-se- Additional Attributes: none mester Senior Typical Rotation: Spring (all) HPM403: Adapted Physical Education Additional Attributes: none Credits: 3 Adapted Physical Education is a study of orthopedic, HPM360: Methods of Teaching Elementary Physical sensory, developmental, emotional, speech/language, Education and multi-handicapping conditions, which limit Credits: 3 human performance. The course surveys body me- This course introduces students to a variety of move- chanics, motor development, and physical assessments, ment activities, instructional theories, techniques, and and provides suggested planning and institutional trends in elementary physical education that apply techniques for physical educators working with special to school situations. Issues of gender equity, adapted needs population. programs, discipline mainstreaming, competitive ath- Prerequisites: Junior Standing, acceptance into Teach- letics, multi-disciplinary instruction, and multicultural er Education program, and 2.75 GPA activities are addressed. The course introduces students Typical Rotation: Fall (all) to teaching/learning situations with opportunities Additional Attributes: none to develop, organize, instruct, and assess elementary physical education programs. Class management skills HPM406: Assessment of Human Performance are included in terms of curriculum development; Credits: 3 lesson plans, teaching styles, discipline, strategies, and This course develops an understanding and apprecia- legal liability. tion for the importance of evaluation and assessment Prerequisites: Junior Standing, acceptance into Teach- in human performance. Includes a study of test di- er Education program, and 2.75 GPA agnosis and construction to interpret and prescribe Typical Rotation: Fall (all) programs in physical fitness, motor skills, cognitive Additional Attributes: none knowledge, and affective behavior. Prerequisites: none HPM361: Methods & Materials in Teaching Secondary Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) Physical Education Additional Attributes: W Course Credits: 3 This course introduces students to a variety of activ- HPM421: Management of Human Performance ities, instructional theories, techniques, issues, and Credits: 3 trends in secondary physical education that apply to This course introduces students to a variety of manage- school situations. Issues of discipline, class management theories, techniques, issues and trends, which are ment, athletic liability, teaching styles, cultural and re- applied to human performance concentrations. Topics ligious differences, and mainstreaming are addressed. such as objectives, marketing, ethics, public relations, Students develop, organize, instruct, and assess sec- legal issues, curriculum, budgets and facilities, time ondary physical education programs. management, and technology are addressed. Prerequisites: Junior Standing, acceptance into Teach- Prerequisites: none er Education program, and 2.75 GPA Typical Rotation: Fall (all) Typical Rotation: Spring (all) Additional Attributes: none Additional Attributes: none HPM430: Ethics & Law in Human Performance HPM399: Human Performance Internship II Credits: 2

130 A study of ethical procedures and behaviors in areas will vary. This course may be repeated for credit. The of human performance and the impact of the legal student will incur additional costs for the course. process, this course covers topics including diversity, Prerequisites: none stereotypes, media, career development, liability, risk Typical Rotation: Interterm (all) management, and collective bargaining agreements. Additional Attributes: none Prerequisites: Junior Standing Typical Rotation: Fall (all) MAT400: Advanced Emergency Techniques in Athletic Additional Attributes: none Training Credits: 3 HPM450: Independent Study The course is designed to prepare students for plan- Credits: 1 to 3 ning, execution, initial and post care following an This course of study must be designed by the super- emergency. Emergency prevention applications will vising professor and student. An independent study also be covered in this course. Students will be eligi- request must document this intended course of study ble to take their Professional Rescuer Certification and be approved by Academic Affairs. through the American Red Cross. Cross-listed with Prerequisites: Permission by application MAT500. Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval Prerequisites: Admittance to the Master of Athletic Additional Attributes: none Training Program Typical Rotation: Summer (all) HPM496: Research Additional Attributes: none Credits: 1 to 3 This course is designed for students wishing to focus MAT401: Lower Extremity Evaluation on, and complete, directed research such as that re- Credits: 3 quired for a research course or thesis. Students in good The course provides a review of the anatomy and standing may register for this course upon consulta- biomechanics, clinical evaluation, pathologies, special tion with their advisor and faculty and after gaining tests, and on and off field management of specific inju- approval from Academic Affairs. ries of the lower extremity. Cross-listed with MAT501. Prerequisites: Junior standing and Permission by Prerequisites: Admittance to the Master of Athletic Application Training Program Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval Typical Rotation: Fall (all) Additional Attributes: none Additional Attributes: none

HPM499: Human Performance Internship III MAT402: Upper Extremity Evaluation Credits: 3 Credits: 3 This internship is a leadership internship, which al- This course provides a review of the anatomy and lows students to practice their skills under direct and biomechanics, clinical evaluation, pathologies, spe- indirect supervision as well as provide services to the cial tests, and on and off field management of specific organization and assist in educating and supervising injuries of the trunk and upper extremity. Cross-listed other interns. 135 contact hours are required for the with MAT502. completion of the internship. Prerequisites: Admittance to the Master of Athletic Prerequisites: Senior Standing and Permission by Training Program Application Typical Rotation: Fall (all) Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval Additional Attributes: none Additional Attributes: none MAT419: Athletic Training Practicum I IND100: Study Away Course Credits: 3 IND100H: Study Away Course (Honors) First semester of supervised clinical experiences in Credits: 1 to 3 athletic training. Students will be required to spend a This interdisciplinary course will feature travel do- minimum of 200 hours under the supervision of an mestically or internationally. Locations and topics athletic trainer or other healthcare provider. Cross-list-

131 ed with MAT519. Additional Attributes: none Prerequisites: Admittance to the Master of Athletic Training Program MID120: Blue Humanities Typical Rotation: Fall (all) MID120H: Blue Humanities (Honors) Additional Attributes: none Credits: 4 This course investigates the on-going struggle between MID101: The Midland University Experience individuals and systems of power and authority in Credits: 1 Western culture. Beginning with classical Greece and MID101 provides students with the information, moving into the modern period, the course analyzes skills, and direction needed to create a foundation for important cultural, philosophical, religious, and liter- academic and career success. In this course, first year ary works that illuminate the relationship of individu- students will: learn about accessing available Univer- als to the social and political structures in which they sity resources; become aware of individual preferences live. Selected texts will include works from Plato and for learning and functioning in the workplace, use a Sophocles, selections from the Bible, writings of Mar- Strengths-based approach to identify and develop top tin Luther, novels by Voltaire and Kafka, and speeches five (5) individual Strengths; explore academic ma- and shorter writings of Martin Luther King, Jr., Nelson jor and minor requirements; and develop behaviors Mandela, Desmond Tutu, and Samuel Beckett. needed to support holistic academic, personal, and Prerequisites: ENG120 professional development. MID101 is required for all Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) new incoming first year students entering Midland Additional Attributes: Required Humanities University. Prerequisites: none MID130: Orange Humanities Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) MID130H: Orange Humanities (Honors) Additional Attributes: none Credits: 4 This course will examine the way that world cultures MID103: Warrior Academic Success Seminar I respond to the contemporary United States and Euro- Credits: 1 pean Union. China and the Islamic world will serve as MID103 provides students with the information, skills, the two case studies; each has built its current cultural resources, and direction needed to create a founda- and political forms in large part against the backdrop tion for academic and personal success. In this course, of the contemporary “West,” though each has done so students will explore strategies for increasing personal in dramatically different ways. We will also explore the awareness, motivation, and self-management. This moral implications of encountering “others” and the course counts as elective credit hours, uses and A-F variety of strategies that individuals and groups can grading scale, and may not be taken pass/fail. take when confronted with difference. The course is Prerequisites: Conditional or Provisional Admission writing-intensive, so you will have multiple opportuni- to Midland University ties to use writing to think about the course materials. Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) Prerequisites: ENG120 Additional Attributes: none Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) Additional Attributes: Required Humanities MID104: Warrior Academic Success Seminar II Credits: 1 MID200: Leadership Development Seminar MID104 provides students with the additional skills, Credits: 1 resources, and direction needed to create a Midland MID200 provides an opportunity for students to en- University graduation plan. In this course, students gage in a significant leadership experience at Midland will further develop skills to strengthen academic and University. Enrolled students will serve as peer facilita- personal development and goal achievement. This tors and co-facilitate a section of MID101, MID103, or course counts as elective credits, uses an A-F grading MID104 with a Midland University professional staff scale, and may not be taken pass/fail. or faculty member. Students will learn about common Prerequisites: none classroom strategies, develop lesson plans and presen- Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) tations, and reflect often on their experience co-facil-

132 itating a course. This course counts as elective credits, MTH150: Pre-Calculus uses and A-F grading scale, and may not be taken pass/ Credits: 4 fail. This course is designed to prepare students for calculus. Specific topics include polynomials, exponentials, MTH099: Basic College Mathematics logarithms, rational functions, trigonometric and Credits: 3 inverse trigonometric functions, and equations and This course covers a basic review of the following: inequalities of these functions. Students learn to think ratio and proportion, percent, applications for busi- logically and rationally about problem-solving using ness and consumers, statistics, U.S. customary units of examples from a variety of disciplines. measurement, metric system of measurement, rational Prerequisites: MTH140 or two years high school numbers, and an introduction to algebra. This course algebra does not fulfill the math requirement for the general Typical Rotation: Spring (all) education core. Additional Attributes: Mathematical Literacy Prerequisite: Placement in this course is based on ACT scores MTH210: Elementary Statistics Typical Rotation: Fall (all) MTH210H: Elementary Statistics (Honors) Additional Attributes: none Credits: 3 This course introduces students to statistical language, MTH100: Mathematics for the Liberal Arts skills, and techniques. Emphasis is placed on exper- Credits: 3 iments and applications in business, biological sci- This course focuses on the nature of contemporary ences, social science, education, and medicine. Moral mathematics and its relationship with modern society. and ethical issues relating to experimentation and to Students learn to think critically and rationally about decision-making are discussed. Students will learn issues and problems in the areas of politics, social the computer skills necessary to solve statistical prob- choice, management, game theory and art sampling. lems. Specific topics will include descriptive statistics, Both the power and limits of the language of math- exploratory data analysis, experimental design, and ematics are demonstrated through discussion and inference techniques for distributions, chi-square tests, application of alternative methods of problem solving. regression and analysis of variance. Students learn both to appreciate abstract mathemat- Prerequisite: MTH140, or one year of high school alge- ical inquiry for its own sake and to apply modern bra or higher within the last two academic years, or a problem-solving techniques to problems in other score of 70% or above on diagnostic test administered disciplines. by the Math Department prior to registration in the Prerequisites: none course Typical Rotation: Spring (all) Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) Additional Attributes: Mathematical Literacy Additional Attributes: Mathematical Literacy

MTH140: College Algebra MTH220: Calculus I Credits: 3 Credits: 4 This course introduces students to the language of This course covers the fundamental elements of differ- algebra. Students develop skills necessary for success ential and integral calculus applied to functions of a in other courses and disciplines, which use this lan- single variable. A firm understanding of the concepts guage. Students learn to think logically and rationally of calculus is emphasized to enhance the students’ about problem solving. Specific topics include working capability to frame real-life situations in mathemat- with expressions, solving equations, graphing, and ical language, to employ diverse problem- solving functions. Problem solving includes examples from a techniques, and to view mathematics as an enriching, variety of disciplines. intellectual discipline. Current technology is utilized Prerequisites: none to investigate a wide range of applications and to show Typical Rotation: Fall (all) the utility of calculus in engineering, and physical and Additional Attributes: Mathematical Literacy social sciences, and in upper level mathematics. Prerequisite: MTH150 or instructor permission

133 Typical Rotation: Fall (all) Additional Attributes: none Additional Attributes: Mathematical Literacy MTH300: Number Theory MTH240: Discrete Structures Credits: 3 Credits: 3 This course introduces the student to basic properties This course introduces students to set algebra, logic of integers, including divisibility, Fundamental The- and methods of proof, sequences and recursion, count- orem of Arithmetic, congruences, linear Diophatine ing and probability, and graph theory. The role of these equations, number theoretic functions, number repre- mathematical concepts as a language for expressing sentation, and applications in cryptosystems. ideas and a tool for engaging in rational thought is em- Prerequisites: At least one college-level math class or phasized. Students use these mathematical ideas as a instructor permission tool for investigating and solving a variety of problems. Typical Rotation: Fall (even) Prerequisite: At least one college-level math class or Additional Attributes: none instructor permission Typical Rotation: Fall (odd) MTH310: Mathematical Statistics Additional Attributes: none Credits: 4 This course is an introduction to probability theory MTH242: Special Topics in Mathematics and its application. Topics include laws of probabilty, Credits: 3 conditional probability, Bayes’ Rule, discrete random This course is offered to students from any major. Top- variable and their probability distributions, continuous ics offered included in this course will be in response random variables and their probability distributions, to student interest and/or continuations of regular multivariate probability distributions, and functions of courses that are not currently included in regular random variables. course offerings. Prerequisites: MTH250 Prerequisite: MTH140 or MTH210 Typical Rotation: Spring (even) Typical Rotation: none Additional Attributes: none Additional Attributes: none MTH340: Linear Algebra MTH250: Calculus II Credits: 3 MTH250H: Calculus II (Honors) This course is an introduction to linear algebra, includ- Credits: 4 ing systems of linear equations, matrix algebra, deter- As a continuation of MTH220, content includes minants, vector spaces, linear transformations, and techniques of integration, application of the definite associated areas of application. integral, infinite series, polar coordinates, and conic Prerequisites: MTH250 sections. Typical Rotation: Spring (odd) Prerequisite: MTH220 Additional Attributes: none Typical Rotation: Spring (all) Additional Attributes: none MTH350: Multivariable Calculus Credits: 4 MTH260: Numerical Analysis Multivariable Calculus is an introduction to the calcu- Credits: 3 lus of functions of several variables. Derivatives, partial This course introduces students to theory and applica- derivatives, directional derivatives, multiple integrals tion of numerical approximation methods. It requires in n-space, and vector calculus are some of the topics the use of both critical thinking skills and computer covered. technology to solve a variety of problems, including Prerequisites: MTH250 root finding, interpolation, numerical integration Typical Rotation: Fall (odd) and differentiation, and systems of linear equations. Additional Attributes: none Co-requisite: MTH250 Prerequisite: MTH220 and CSC160 MTH360: College Geometry Typical Rotation: Spring (odd) Credits: 3

134 College Geometry provides a survey of modern geom- MTH442: Seminar in Selected Topics in Mathematics etries. Possible topics include a rigorous treatment of Credits: 3 Euclidean geometry, hyperbolic and projective geome- This course is offered to junior or senior math stu- tries, and finite geometries, geometric transformations, dents. Advanced topics included in this course will be areas and curvature. in response to student interest, and/or as continuations Prerequisites: Junior standing of regular courses that are not currently included in Typical Rotation: Spring (even) regular course offerings. Additional Attributes: none Prerequisites: Junior standing Typical Rotation: none MTH390: Differential Equations Additional Attributes: none Credits: 3 Differential Equations is a study of the common types MTH450: Independent Study of ordinary differential equations, their solutions, and Credits: 1 to 3 applications. This course of study must be designed by the super- Prerequisites: MTH250 vising professor and student. An independent study Typical Rotation: Spring (odd) request must document this intended course of study Additional Attributes: none and be approved by Academic Affairs. Prerequisites: Permission by application MTH420: Analysis of Real Variables Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval Credits: 3 Additional Attributes: none Analysis of Real Variables is a careful development of the mathematical foundations of calculus. Topics cov- MTH460: Capstone ered include logic and proof, the real number system, Credits: 1 functions, limits, sequences, continuity, the derivative, Special interest topics in mathematics. and Riemann integral. Prerequisites: MTH250 and Instructor Permission Prerequisites: MTH250 Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval Typical Rotation: none Additional Attributes: none Additional Attributes: none MTH496: Research MTH430: Complex Variables Credits: 1 to 3 Credits: 3 This course is designed for students wishing to focus Complex Variables provides fundamental laws of com- on, and complete, directed research such as that re- plex numbers, theory of analytic functions and trans- quired for a research course or thesis. Students in good formations, calculus of complex variables, residues and standing may register for this course upon consulta- poles, and conformal mapping. tion with their advisor and faculty and after gaining Prerequisites: MTH250 approval from Academic Affairs. Typical Rotation: none Prerequisites: Junior standing and Permission by Additional Attributes: none Application Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval MTH440: Abstract Algebra Additional Attributes: none Credits: 3 Abstract Algebra offers a study of algebraic structures. MTH499: Mathematics Internship Topics include properties and theories of groups, rings, Credits: 1 to 3 fields, and the concepts of isomorphism and homo- Students are placed with on-site professionals who morphism. manage their workload and oversee their performance, Prerequisites: MTH240 or Junior standing or Instruc- much like an employment setting. tor permission Prerequisites: Permission by Application Typical Rotation: Fall (even) Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval Additional Attributes: W Course Additional Attributes: none

135 MUS011: Voice making with others. Because private lessons make the Credits: 1 students conscious of their creative abilities, they are Private music lessons present the students with an enabled to be life-long participants in music. There is a opportunity for solo participation through technical fee for each credit of private lessons. This fee is waived and artistic training during weekly half-hour lessons for Music Education and Arts Management majors, up or longer small group lessons. These lessons expand to the number of credits required for graduation. These the capacity for self-expression through development courses may be repeated for credit. of student ability to make music and to share music Prerequisite: Instructor Permission making with others. Because private lessons make the Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) students conscious of their creative abilities, they are Additional Attributes: Category A enabled to be life-long participants in music. There is a fee for each credit of private lessons. This fee is waived for Music Education and Arts Management majors, up MUS022: Applied Organ to the number of credits required for graduation. These Credits: 2 courses may be repeated for credit. Private music lessons present the students with an Prerequisite: Instructor Permission opportunity for solo participation through technical Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) and artistic training during weekly half-hour lessons Additional Attributes: Category A or longer small group lessons. These lessons expand the capacity for self-expression through development of student ability to make music and to share music MUS012: Applied Voice making with others. Because private lessons make the Credits: 2 students conscious of their creative abilities, they are Private music lessons present the students with an enabled to be life-long participants in music. There is a opportunity for solo participation through technical fee for each credit of private lessons. This fee is waived and artistic training during weekly half-hour lessons for Music Education and Arts Management majors, up or longer small group lessons. These lessons expand to the number of credits required for graduation. These the capacity for self-expression through development courses may be repeated for credit. Applied study in of student ability to make music and to share music the principal applied area will be for two credits during making with others. Because private lessons make the the semester immediately preceding their Senior Recit- students conscious of their creative abilities, they are al. enabled to be life-long participants in music. There is a Prerequisite: Instructor Permission fee for each credit of private lessons. This fee is waived Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) for Music Education and Arts Management majors, up Additional Attributes: Category A to the number of credits required for graduation. These courses may be repeated for credit. Applied study in MUS031: Piano the principal applied area will be for two credits during Credits: 1 the semester immediately preceding their Senior Recit- Private music lessons present the students with an al. opportunity for solo participation through technical Prerequisite: Instructor Permission and artistic training during weekly half-hour lessons Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) or longer small group lessons. These lessons expand Additional Attributes: Category A the capacity for self-expression through development of student ability to make music and to share music MUS021: Organ making with others. Because private lessons make the Credits: 1 students conscious of their creative abilities, they are Private music lessons present the students with an enabled to be life-long participants in music. There is a opportunity for solo participation through technical fee for each credit of private lessons. This fee is waived and artistic training during weekly half-hour lessons for Music Education and Arts Management majors, up or longer small group lessons. These lessons expand to the number of credits required for graduation. These the capacity for self-expression through development courses may be repeated for credit. of student ability to make music and to share music Prerequisite: Instructor Permission

136 Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) or longer small group lessons. These lessons expand Additional Attributes: Category A the capacity for self-expression through development of student ability to make music and to share music making with others. Because private lessons make the MUS032: Applied Piano students conscious of their creative abilities, they are Credits: 2 enabled to be life-long participants in music. There is a Private music lessons present the students with an fee for each credit of private lessons. This fee is waived opportunity for solo participation through technical for Music Education and Arts Management majors, up and artistic training during weekly half-hour lessons to the number of credits required for graduation. These or longer small group lessons. These lessons expand courses may be repeated for credit. the capacity for self-expression through development Prerequisite: Instructor Permission of student ability to make music and to share music Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) making with others. Because private lessons make the Additional Attributes: Category A students conscious of their creative abilities, they are enabled to be life-long participants in music. There is a MUS043: Percussion fee for each credit of private lessons. This fee is waived Credits: 1 for Music Education and Arts Management majors, up Private music lessons present the students with an to the number of credits required for graduation. These opportunity for solo participation through technical courses may be repeated for credit. Applied study in and artistic training during weekly half-hour lessons the principal applied area will be for two credits during or longer small group lessons. These lessons expand the semester immediately preceding their Senior Recit- the capacity for self-expression through development al. of student ability to make music and to share music Prerequisite: Instructor Permission making with others. Because private lessons make the Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) students conscious of their creative abilities, they are Additional Attributes: Category A enabled to be life-long participants in music. There is a fee for each credit of private lessons. This fee is waived MUS041: Woodwinds for Music Education and Arts Management majors, up Credits: 1 to the number of credits required for graduation. These Private music lessons present the students with an courses may be repeated for credit. opportunity for solo participation through technical Prerequisite: Instructor Permission and artistic training during weekly half-hour lessons Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) or longer small group lessons. These lessons expand Additional Attributes: Category A the capacity for self-expression through development of student ability to make music and to share music MUS044: Guitar making with others. Because private lessons make the Credits: 1 students conscious of their creative abilities, they are Private music lessons present the students with an enabled to be life-long participants in music. There is a opportunity for solo participation through technical fee for each credit of private lessons. This fee is waived and artistic training during weekly half-hour lessons for Music Education and Arts Management majors, up or longer small group lessons. These lessons expand to the number of credits required for graduation. These the capacity for self-expression through development courses may be repeated for credit. of student ability to make music and to share music Prerequisite: Instructor Permission making with others. Because private lessons make the Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) students conscious of their creative abilities, they are Additional Attributes: Category A enabled to be life-long participants in music. There is a fee for each credit of private lessons. This fee is waived MUS042: Brass for Music Education and Arts Management majors, up Credits: 1 to the number of credits required for graduation. These Private music lessons present the students with an courses may be repeated for credit. opportunity for solo participation through technical Prerequisite: Instructor Permission and artistic training during weekly half-hour lessons Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all)

137 Additional Attributes: Category A and artistic training during weekly half-hour lessons or longer small group lessons. These lessons expand MUS045: Applied Woodwinds the capacity for self-expression through development Credits: 2 of student ability to make music and to share music Private music lessons present the students with an making with others. Because private lessons make the opportunity for solo participation through technical students conscious of their creative abilities, they are and artistic training during weekly half-hour lessons enabled to be life-long participants in music. There is a or longer small group lessons. These lessons expand fee for each credit of private lessons. This fee is waived the capacity for self-expression through development for Music Education and Arts Management majors, up of student ability to make music and to share music to the number of credits required for graduation. These making with others. Because private lessons make the courses may be repeated for credit. Applied study in students conscious of their creative abilities, they are the principal applied area will be for two credits during enabled to be life-long participants in music. There is a the semester immediately preceding their Senior Recit- fee for each credit of private lessons. This fee is waived al. for Music Education and Arts Management majors, up Prerequisite: Instructor Permission to the number of credits required for graduation. These Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) courses may be repeated for credit. Applied study in Additional Attributes: Category A the principal applied area will be for two credits during the semester immediately preceding their Senior Recit- MUS048: Applied Guitar al. Credits: 2 Prerequisite: Instructor Permission Private music lessons present the students with an Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) opportunity for solo participation through technical Additional Attributes: Category A and artistic training during weekly half-hour lessons or longer small group lessons. These lessons expand MUS046: Applied Brass the capacity for self-expression through development Credits: 2 of student ability to make music and to share music Private music lessons present the students with an making with others. Because private lessons make the opportunity for solo participation through technical students conscious of their creative abilities, they are and artistic training during weekly half-hour lessons enabled to be life-long participants in music. There is a or longer small group lessons. These lessons expand fee for each credit of private lessons. This fee is waived the capacity for self-expression through development for Music Education and Arts Management majors, up of student ability to make music and to share music to the number of credits required for graduation. These making with others. Because private lessons make the courses may be repeated for credit. Applied study in students conscious of their creative abilities, they are the principal applied area will be for two credits during enabled to be life-long participants in music. There is a the semester immediately preceding their Senior Recit- fee for each credit of private lessons. This fee is waived al. for Music Education and Arts Management majors, up Prerequisite: Instructor Permission to the number of credits required for graduation. These Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) courses may be repeated for credit. Applied study in Additional Attributes: Category A the principal applied area will be for two credits during the semester immediately preceding their Senior Recit- MUS050: Orchestra al. Credits: 1 Prerequisite: Instructor Permission Orchestra is a student ensemble that will perform a Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) wide variety of music specifically suited to the mem- Additional Attributes: Category A bers of the group. This will include classical, jazz, chamber, and contemporary music. The ensemble is MUS047: Applied Percussion open to all students with previous string instrument Credits: 2 experience, regardless of educational major or minor. Private music lessons present the students with an Prerequisites: none opportunity for solo participation through technical Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all)

138 Additional Attributes: Category A; A-F Grade scale the vocal music department. The purpose of Clef is to only develop skills of a cappella singing through the use of a wide variety of genres of music, including pop, jazz, MUS060: Jazz Ensemble and collegiate a cappella. Depending on the level of Credits: 1 interest, students may be divided into multiple groups. Jazz Ensemble will allow students an opportunity to Students in this group practice ensemble singing skills, learn and perform a variety of styles of jazz music for sight-singing skills, and performance skills. The group large and small ensembles. We work to build camara- also offers many public performance opportunities for derie, cohesiveness, and commitment to excellence as the students. Co-requisite: Participation in MUS084 is we prepare for performances throughout the year. required Prerequisites: none Prerequisites: none Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) Additional Attributes: Category A; A-F Grade scale Additional Attributes: Category A; A-F Grade scale only only

MUS070: Percussion Ensemble MUS084: Choir Credits: 1 Credits: 1 Percussion Ensemble is a course dedicated to the This participation ensemble expands on the Midland advancement of skill in all aspects of percussion and University tradition of sacred a cappella singing by includes performances at campus and community also exploring secular and accompanied choral music events in various types of percussion ensembles. This in a variety of styles and periods. Students develop includes, but is not limited to, concert percussion, ensemble skills and have the opportunity to publicly marching percussion, and street percussion. perform representative choral music from the Renais- Prerequisites: Percussion experience and/or by audi- sance period to the present. Participation may include tion mixed-voice, Men’s, Women’s, and Chamber Choir Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) opportunities. Additional Attributes: Category A; A-F Grade scale Prerequisites: none only Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) Additional Attributes: Category A; A-F Grade scale MUS072: Band only Credits: 1 Band will perform large ensemble works for con- MUS090: Accompanying cert, marching, and pep band focused on providing Credits: 1 members with a variety of repertoire, challenges, and In order to become a good accompanist, students are rewards. The ensemble provides music education taught to assist a single performer or a group by offer- majors exposure to music and teaching techniques ing musical support at rehearsals and/or performances. applicable to their future careers. Non-music-related Prerequisites: Instructor Permission majors are also encouraged to participate to expand Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) their knowledge and enjoyment of instrumental music Additional Attributes: A-F Grade Scale only performance. We work to build camaraderie, cohesiveness, and commitment to excellence as we prepare for MUS099: Piano Proficiency performances throughout the year. Credits: 1 Prerequisites: none This course is designed to prepare the student pursu- Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) ing Music Education Field Endorsement for the Piano Additional Attributes: Category A; A-F Grade scale Proficiency Examination. The course will be repeated only each semester until the necessary skills are mastered. Topics covered include all skills required for satisfacto- MUS080: Clef Dwellers ry completion of the Piano Proficiency exam, prepar- Credits: 1 ing students to use the piano effectively in the music Midland University Clef Dwellers is a select group in classroom.

139 Prerequisites: none for an evening of the Arts. Events will feature a min- Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) imum of two professional, world-class performances Additional Attributes: none including Broadway productions. Different productions will be offered each fall and spring. An additional MUS101: Fundamentals of Music I fee will be required. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: none This course introduces the students to basic scales, Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) intervals, triads, key signatures, and rhythm con- Additional Attributes: none cepts that are written, performed, heard, and applied to music reading. Such knowledge leads to aesthetic MUS105: Acoustic Performance Live sensitivity through an awareness of how music param- Credits: 3 eters work to support musical self-expression. Students In this course, students will study multiple aspects of are prepared to continue their appreciation of music performance including, but not limited to, songwrit- beyond the classroom experience. Course is open to all ing, arranging, producing, marketing, auditioning, and students. technical skills. Additionally, this class is designed to Prerequisites: none give performance opportunities, particularly to Arts Typical Rotation: Fall (all) Management majors, although it is open to any major Additional Attributes: Category A by audition. Some travel may be required. Prerequisites: MUS050, MUS060, MUS070, MUS072, MUS102: Fundamentals of Music II MUS080, MUS084,THE100, or by audition Credits: 3 Typical Rotation: Interterm (all) As a continuation of MUS101: Fundamentals of Music Additional Attributes: Category A; A-F Grade scale I, students will review the basic materials of music only and be introduced to an overview of the structure and grammar of the music of the common practice pe- MUS181: Topics in Music - World Music riod, including tonality, scales, intervals and chords, Credits: 2 melody and harmony, and form. Students will develop World Music is the study of music from a variety of both writing and analytical skills. Course is open to all cultures as experienced through the eyes of a world students. traveler. As our “virtual reality” itinerary moves from Prerequisites: MUS101 region to region, students are asked to share their first Typical Rotation: Spring (all) impressions, to focus on an aural analysis of the music, Additional Attributes: none and to examine the rich ethno musicological differences in our world. MUS102A: Aural Skills I Prerequisites: none Credits: 1 Typical Rotation: Interterm (odd) Aural Skills I is a course taught in conjunction with Additional Attributes: none MUS102: Fundamentals of Music II. It will review and build upon previously learned concepts of music the- MUS201: Fundamentals of Music III ory and will begin to develop and practice ear training Credits: 3 and sight singing. Co-requisite: MUS102 A continuation of Fundamentals of Music I and II, Prerequisites: MUS101 students will review and expand on more complex Typical Rotation: Spring (all) musical concepts and analysis techniques to aid their Additional Attributes: none understanding of and ability to perform music. This course is based on tonal music and some of the top- MUS104: Arts Omaha ics included are modulation, melodic principles, Credits: 0.5 voice-leading strategies, secondary dominants, form Students enrolled in this course will be encouraged to and formal analysis. become life-long supporters of the Arts. Midland stu- Prerequisites: MUS101 and MUS102 dents will team with the Omaha Performing Arts and Typical Rotation: Fall (all) the Omaha Orpheum Theater to provide opportunities Additional Attributes: none

140 emerge from this course with materials and concepts MUS201A: Aural Skills II necessary for effective teaching of woodwind instru- Credits: 1 ments at all levels. Aural Skills II is a course taught in conjunction with Prerequisites: none Fundamentals of Music III. It will review and build Typical Rotation: Spring (even) upon previously learned concepts of music theory and Additional Attributes: none will continue to develop and practice increasingly difficult ear training and sight singing proficiency. Co-req- MUS205: Strings Pedagogy uisite: MUS201 Credits: 1 Prerequisites: MUS101 and MUS102 A course designed to study the pedagogy, perfor- Typical Rotation: Fall (all) mance, and literature of string instruments through Additional Attributes: none lecture, discussion, demonstration, and performance. Some aspects of study will be focused upon the stu- MUS202: Fundamentals of Music IV dent’s primary instrument, while others will apply to Credits: 3 string instrument teaching in general. The student will A continuation of Fundamentals of Music I, II, and emerge from this course with materials and concepts III, students will review and expand on more complex necessary for effective teaching of string instruments at musical concepts and analysis techniques to aid their all levels. understanding of and ability to perform music. This Prerequisites: none course is based on tonal and atonal music and some of Typical Rotation: Fall (even) the topics included are borrowed chords, Neapolitan Additional Attributes: none chords, augmented 6th chords, form and formal analysis. Students will study music in proper historical and MUS206: Percussion Pedagogy stylistic context. Credits: 1 Prerequisites: MUS101, MUS102, and MUS201 A course designed to study the pedagogy, perfor- Typical Rotation: Spring (all) mance, and literature of percussion instruments Additional Attributes: none through lecture, discussion, demonstration, and performance. Some aspects of study will be focused upon MUS203: Brass Pedagogy the student’s primary instrument, while others will ap- Credits: 1 ply to percussion teaching in general. The student will A course designed to study the pedagogy, perfor- emerge from this course with materials and concepts mance, and literature of brass instruments through necessary for effective teaching of percussion instru- lecture, discussion, demonstration, and performance. ments at all levels. Some aspects of study will be focused upon the stu- Prerequisites: none dent’s primary instrument, while others will apply Typical Rotation: Spring (odd) to brass teaching in general. The student will emerge Additional Attributes: none from this course with materials and concepts necessary for effective teaching of brass instruments at all levels. MUS210: American Musical Experience Prerequisite: none Credits: 3 Typical Rotation: Fall (odd) This course is the study of the influences on American Additional Attributes: none music from its roots to the present by the examination of representative music in modern day film. Particular MUS204: Woodwinds Pedagogy attention will be given to how the music affects the Credits: 1 action, the story line, the mood, and the overall aes- A course designed to study the pedagogy, perfor- thetics of film as a work of art. Course is open to all mance, and literature of woodwind instruments students. through lecture, discussion, demonstration, and per- Prerequisites: none formance. Some aspects of study will be focused upon Typical Rotation: Spring (all) the student’s primary instrument, while others will ap- Additional Attributes: W Course ply to woodwind teaching in general. The student will

141 MUS245: Methods of Teaching Elementary Music ducting various Midland University ensembles. Credits: 2 Prerequisites: Instructor Permission This course is designed to provide knowledge of psy- Typical Rotation: Fall (even) chology, theory, and practice of music education in Additional Attributes: none the elementary schools, through a series of interactive learning sessions delivered via a variety of teaching MUS350: Secondary Choral Methods models. Emphasis is placed upon the nature, organiza- Credits: 2 tion, and maintenance of the elementary music pro- This course is designed to help the student develop a gram. Class activities include instructor presentations philosophical basis and a set of strategies for teaching of model lessons, student participation in model lesson secondary choral music, by studying the characteristics activities, student microteaching, student observations of master teachers, by understanding the adolescent of classroom teachers, and creative projects. and changing voices, by growing in knowledge of effi- Prerequisites: Junior standing and acceptance into the cient rehearsal techniques, by understanding the role Midland Teacher Education Program that performance plays in music education, by learning Typical Rotation: Fall (even) to create a positive environment for learning, and by Additional Attributes: none understanding how to effectively communicate with administrators, parents, and colleagues. Additional MUS301: Music in Western Civilization time will be spent researching the many publications, Credits: 2 support organizations, and resources available to sec- MUS301 is a study of the evolution of music in west- ondary choral music educators. ern music from antiquity to 1750. Music styles, forms, Prerequisites: Junior standing and acceptance into the and genres are studied by reading textbooks, resource Midland Teacher Education Program materials and journals, classroom discussion, listening Typical Rotation: Fall (odd) to musical examples in and out of class while following Additional Attributes: none the correlating music scores, and completing various writing projects. MUS351: Secondary Instrumental Pedagogy Prerequisites: MUS101 and MUS102 or Instructor Credits: 2 Permission Secondary Instrumental Pedagogy is a course designed Typical Rotation: Spring (even) to examine and understand the purpose, curriculum, Additional Attributes: none and methods of teaching instrumental music at the secondary school level. Study will involve administra- MUS302: Music in Western Civilization II tion, organization, preparation, and execution with Credits: 2 regard to various ensembles. Ensembles covered will MUS302 is a study of the evolution of music in west- include concert band, marching band/pep band, string ern civilization from 1750 to the present. Music styles, orchestra, and jazz band. forms, and genres are studied by reading textbooks, Prerequisites: Junior standing and acceptance into the resource materials and journals, classroom discussion, Midland Teacher Education Program listening to musical examples in and out of class while Typical Rotation: Spring (even) following the correlating music scores, and completing Additional Attributes: none various writing projects. Prerequisites: MUS301 or Instructor Permission MUS399: Music Internship Typical Rotation: Fall (even) Credits: 0 Additional Attributes: none This internship will allow for supervised work experience with academic credit. The internship should give MUS304: Conducting students the opportunity to apply and extend class- Credits: 2 room knowledge in a practical job situation. Secondary This course is a study of the technical aspects of suc- benefits include testing the students’ suitability in the cessfully conducting an ensemble in a wide range of chosen concentration, promoting marketability, and styles, meters, and tempi. Opportunities to conduct establishing contacts with prospective employers. will include videotaped self-analysis as well as con- Prerequisites: Permission by application

142 Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval of nursing process, evidence-based practice, and safe Additional Attributes: none patient care. Nursing roles, legal and ethical principles, safe use of technology, and basic therapeutic commu- MUS400: Voice Pedagogy and Diction nication skills are explored. Awareness of cultural and Credits: 1 spiritual differences is incorporated into respectful This course is a study of science and anatomy of the care. Laboratory experiences provide opportunities for singing voice and prevailing theories leading to prac- the practice of nursing skills prior to clinical imple- tical and hypothetical application into actual teaching mentation. Students use the nursing process to develop situations. There will also be some discussion and and implement plans of care for the adult and geriatric practice of different languages used in singing. patient in hospital, long-term care, and communi- Prerequisite: Junior standing or Instructor Permission ty-based settings. Students develop relationships with Typical Rotation: Fall (even) elders in long-term care that provides opportunity for Additional Attributes: none interpersonal communication, cultural, spiritual, and developmental assessment. MUS440: Senior Recital Prerequisites: BIO204, BIO205, CHE122, ENG120, Credits: 1 PSY120, SOC130, SPE110; Pre/Co-Requisites: MID120 As the capstone of student development as a perform- or MID130, NUR210 er, the senior recital allows demonstration of applied Typical Rotation: Fall (all) music goals to the fullest extent of which the student is Additional Attributes: none capable. The culminating activity is the performance of a senior recital. NUR203C: Foundations of Nursing Clinical Prerequisites: Senior standing or Instructor Permis- Credits: 0 sion Required clinical section Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval Additional Attributes: none NUR205: Medical Surgical Nursing Adult Credits: 6 MUS450: Independent Study NUR205 is the second clinical course offered to nurs- Credits: 1 to 3 ing students. The student will build upon the knowl- This course of study must be designed by the super- edge and skills acquired in previous nursing, arts, and vising professor and student. An independent study science courses. This course affords the student the request must document this intended course of study opportunity to apply theoretical content regarding and be approved by Academic Affairs. provision of safe, quality care characterized by evi- Prerequisites: Permission by application dence-based practice, intra-professional communica- Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval tion, and collaborative treatment plans. The student Additional Attributes: none performs history, physical, spiritual, and cultural assessment in order to develop and implement individu- MUS499: Music Internship alized care for adult patients in medical, post-surgical, Credits: 1 to 3 and perioperative acute care facilities. Observational Students are placed with on-site professionals who experiences are utilized in a variety of settings to ex- manage their workload and oversee their performance, pose students to a beginning understanding of expand- much like an employment setting. ed leadership roles of professional nurses. A functional Prerequisites: Permission by Application health and an environmental assessment provide the Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval basis for a primary prevention teaching-learning proj- Additional Attributes: none ect implemented throughout the semester with a well elder in the community. NUR203: Foundations of Nursing Prerequisites: NUR203, NUR210; Pre/Co-Requisites: Credits: 5 BIO207, BIO215, BIO220, CHE190, and PSY210 This introductory nursing course builds on the arts Typical Rotation: Spring (all) and sciences as a basis for foundational nursing Additional Attributes: none knowledge. Students are introduced to the concepts

143 NUR205C: Medical Surgical Nursing Adult Clinical or MID130, NUR203 Credits: 0 Typical Rotation: Fall (all) Required clinical section Additional Attributes: none

NUR206: LPN to BSN Transition NUR210L: Health Assessment Lab Credits: 3 Credits: 0 This course is designed to transition the licensed Required laboratory section practical nurse into the bachelor’s curriculum at an advanced level. Emphasis will be placed on theoretical NUR260R: Ethics for Healthcare Online RN to BSN concepts that form the basis of assuming the student Credits: 3 nurse role. Students will use knowledge of the arts This course will introduce the fundamental concepts and sciences as a basis to explore intra-professional of professional ethics and the application of profes- communication, legal and ethical concepts, change sional ethics in daily practice. Student will be given the theory, and the nursing process. The role of the pro- opportunity to examine current health care dilemmas fessional nurse will be analyzed in terms of leader of from multiple perspectives. The goal of the course is to care. Safe use of technology and information systems foster development of professional values and val- will be incorporated into class and clinical experiences. ue-based behavior. Evidence-based knowledge and critical thinking skills Prerequisites: Admission into the RN to BSN Nursing will be demonstrated in writing and in the delivery Program and RN Licensure of patient care. Clinical and lab experiences involve Typical Rotation: Fall (all) practice and validation of skills, clinical reasoning, and Additional Attributes: none patient care in various clinical settings. Upon completion of the course, five (5) to eleven (11) credits will be NUR305: Medical Surgical Pediatric Nursing awarded to the student. Credits: 9 Prerequisites: Current unencumbered LPN Li- This course provides students the opportunity to un- cense; BIO204, BIO205, CHE122, ENG120, PSY120, derstand and apply theoretical concepts that form the SOC130, SPE110; Pre/Co-Requisites: MID120 or foundation of care for the chronically ill adult patient MID130, BIO207, BIO215, NUR210, PSY210 as well as the child with acute and/or chronic illness. Typical Rotation: Fall (all) Emphasis will be placed on conceptual theories of Additional Attributes: none chronicity across the lifespan. Concepts of acute care for the child/adolescent will form the basis for pedi- NUR206C: LPN to BSN Transition Clinical atric patient care. Assessment of cultural and spiritual Credits: 0 differences will be incorporated into respectful care of Required clinical section self and others. Leadership strategies, legal and ethical principles and safe use of technology will be integrat- NUR210: Health Assessment ed into discussions of health care policy and when Credits: 3 analyzing the role of the nurse. Students will utilize NUR210 will focus on application of knowledge gained evidence-based knowledge and critical thinking skills in previous courses toward the physical, psychosocial, to plan and provide safe quality patient care in medical and functional status assessment for persons at various surgical and pediatric settings. stages of lifespan development with special emphasis Prerequisites: BIO207, BIO215, BIO220, CHE190, placed on the geriatric population. Students will be- NUR205, PSY210 come familiar with normal physical assessment find- Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) ings using a head-to-toe approach. Weekly laboratory Additional Attributes: none sessions enhance student learning by offering opportunities for hands on practice, which includes the use of NUR305C: Medical Surgical/Pediatric Nursing Clini- simulation experiences. cal Prerequisites: BIO204, BIO205, CHE122, ENG120, Credits: 0 PSY120, SOC130, SPE110; Pre/Co-Requisites: MID120 Required clinical section

NUR365: Mother/Baby Nursing This course incorporates concepts and principles of Credits: 5 psychiatric mental health nursing to develop and care This course provides students the opportunity to for individuals, families and selected groups across understand and apply theoretical concepts that form the lifespan. Students have the opportunity to develop the foundation of quality care for maternal and infant self-awareness, gain understanding of individuals from patients. Course and clinical topics integrate evi- diverse backgrounds, and provide culturally appropri- dence-based practice, safe use of technology and legal/ ate care. Students practice therapeutic communication, ethical issues related to mother/baby care. Theories participate in and apply group process in selected of family-centered care are integrated into nursing therapy groups, and use critical thinking skills and the care to meet the patients’ physiological, emotional, nursing process to develop and direct nursing care for environmental, cultural, and spiritual needs. Physical selected patients in the psychiatric mental health care assessment, technological and clinical reasoning are setting. Students practice the application of course expanded in this course to incorporate infants, preg- concepts in a variety of settings that include, the fol- nant women and postpartum women. lowing: child/adolescent and adult inpatient hospital, Prerequisites: BIO207, BIO215, BIO220, CHE190, residential treatment, geriatric treatment, and partial NUR205, PSY210; Pre/Co-Requisites: NUR375 care programs for both adults and child/adolescents. Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) Students attend outpatient groups in the community Additional Attributes: none for alcohol and mental health rehabilitation and support. NUR365C: Mother/Baby Nursing Clinical Prerequisites: BIO207, BIO215, BIO220, CHE190, Credits: 0 NUR205, PSY210; Pre/Co-Requisites: NUR365 Required clinical section Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) Additional Attributes: none NUR372R: Spiritual Nursing Care Online RN to BSN Credits: 3 NUR375C: Mental Health Nursing Clinical This course will explore the relationship between Credits: 0 spirituality and the practice of nursing. Assessment of Required clinical section patients’ spiritual needs, the nurses’ role in the provision of spiritual care, the spiritual history of nursing NUR382R: Multicultural Nursing Online RN to BSN and the spiritual nature of the nurse-patient relation- Credits: 3 ship will be examined. Research and evidence-based This course offers in-depth perspectives of the evolving content will be presented to include implication for globalization of our society. The theories and con- care of acute and chronically ill patients across the cepts of cultural diversity will be analyzed to develop lifespan. Students will use a Spiritual Assessment Scale cultural competence. Students examine the ethnic to identify spiritual needs and implement a plan of and cultural differences of various populations. Im- care that includes goals for spiritual wellness. A Ju- plications of globalization resulting from migrating deo-Christian world view is the premise of the course peoples, rapid transportation, and increasing facility of although examples of spiritual care and compassion for telecommunications, and computer technology will be other religious traditions will be discussed. Respect for discussed. Students will explore health care disparities all faith traditions will be incorporated into the assess- and analyze potential biases and barriers to providing ment of spiritual needs and sensitive delivery of care. A quality clinical care. Solutions to enhance cultural servant leadership theoretical model will be the con- competence in health care providers that are beneficial ceptual basis for leading and managing care. to the care recipient, and institutions will be proposed. Prerequisites: Admission into the RN to BSN Nursing Prerequisites: Admission into the RN to BSN Nursing Program and RN Licensure Program and RN Licensure Typical Rotation: Spring (all) Typical Rotation: Summer (all) Additional Attributes: none Additional Attributes: none

NUR375: Mental Health Nursing NUR392: Nursing Research and Evidence-Based Prac- Credits: 5 tice Credits: 3 reflect on the value of effective communication and This course will introduce the fundamental concepts collaboration to meet the needs of the palliative care of nursing research and evidence-based practice. The patient and their family. As the student explores issues present status of nursing research and evidence-based involving the delivery of palliative care within the cur- practice will be discussed with an emphasis on the rent health care system, research and evidence-based future trends for nursing research. The steps of the practices will be analyzed and solutions proposed that research process and key research terms will be ex- ensure safe patient care and the promotion of health at amined with application to nursing research studies. the end of life. An overview of research design will be analyzed. The Prerequisites: Admission into the RN to BSN Nursing dissemination of research and evidence-based practice Program and RN Licensure findings applicable to health care delivery, will be com- Typical Rotation: Fall (all) municated in the class and/or practice setting. Additional Attributes: none Prerequisites: NUR205; Pre/Co-Requisites: MTH210 Typical Rotation: Spring (all) NUR405: Advanced Medical Surgical Nursing Additional Attributes: none Credits: 9 This course provides students the opportunity to apply NUR392R: Nursing Research and Evidence-Based theoretical concepts that form the foundation of care Care Online RN to BSN for diverse individuals with acute, complex health Credits: 3 problems across the lifespan. Safe use of technology, This course will introduce the fundamental concepts ethical / legal issues, including life support, end of life of nursing research and evidence-based practice. The care, and evidence-based practice are emphasized in present status of nursing research and evidence-based classroom and clinical discussions regarding quality, practice will be discussed with an emphasis on the holistic and patient-centered care. Students implement future trends for nursing research. The steps of the leadership and management principles into practice research process and key research terms will be ex- through opportunities to plan and provide nursing amined with application to nursing research studies. care for multiple acute care patients as part of the in- An overview of research design will be analyzed. The ter-professional team. dissemination of research and evidence based practice Prerequisites: MTH210, NUR305, NUR365, NUR375, findings applicable to health care delivery, will be com- NUR392, PHI 250; Pre/Co-Requisites: NUR415 or municated in the class and/or practice setting. NUR425 Prerequisites: Admission into the RN to BSN Nursing Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) Program and RN Licensure Additional Attributes: none Typical Rotation: Fall (all) Additional Attributes: none NUR405C: Advanced Medical Surgical Clinical Credits: 0 NUR395R: Palliative Care Nursing Online RN to BSN Required clinical section Credits: 3 This course will examine palliative care and the com- NUR415: Nursing Leadership and Management petencies of the professional nurse to meet the holistic Credits: 3 needs of patients at end of life. Students will be giv- This course focuses on the application of nursing lead- en the opportunity to apply palliative care practices ership and management theory in the development through case studies and Online forum discussion. Le- of quality patient outcomes for diverse populations. gal and ethical issues surrounding end of life decisions Class discussions center on the safe use of technolo- and the delivery of palliative care will be analyzed. gy, evidence-based nursing practice, legal and ethical Assessment of patients’ spiritual and cultural needs issues associated with health care policy, and advocacy will be explored in order to enhance quality of life. An for safe, holistic patient care at various organizational emphasis on patient centered care will be the founda- levels. tion for discussions on loss, suffering, bereavement, Prerequisites: NUR305, NUR365, NUR375, NUR392, and grief. Students will demonstrate the ability to com- MTH210, PHI 250; Pre/Co-Requisites: NUR405 municate effectively through written discussion and Typical Rotation: Fall (all) Additional Attributes: none practice in the nursing workforce. Recommendations and solutions for practice with diverse patient popula- NUR415R: Nursing Leadership and Management On- tions are evaluated. Policy and legal or ethical concerns line RN to BSN are discussed and scrutinized. Professional activism Credits: 3 and quality improvement concepts that impact the This course focuses on the application of nursing lead- changing arena of nursing practice are critically ex- ership and management theory in the development amined. Career advancement is explored to include of quality patient outcomes for diverse populations. graduate education, resume, and interview skills. Class discussions center on the safe use of technolo- Prerequisites: Admission into the RN to BSN Nursing gy, evidence-based nursing practice, legal and ethical Program and RN Licensure issues associated with health care policy, and advocacy Typical Rotation: Fall (all) for safe, holistic patient care at various organizational Additional Attributes: none levels. Prerequisites: Admission into the RN to BSN Nursing NUR462R: Complex Care - Gerontology Online RN to Program and RN Licensure BSN Typical Rotation: Fall (all) Credits: 3 Additional Attributes: none This course provides a theoretical and practice-based approach to caring for older adults. A foundation from NUR425: Professional Concepts prerequisite courses in the arts and sciences supports Credits: 3 holistic care and the promotion of wellness while Students in this course analyze current trends and is- aging. Students examine issues such as loss, death, sues within the profession of nursing. A focus on pro- transitional and palliative care, and economic reali- fessionalism prepares students for entry and advanced ties. Models of care such as PACE and NICHE provide practice in the nursing workforce. Recommendations practice guidelines for best practice, quality care, and and solutions for practice with diverse patient popula- interdisciplinary collaboration. Geropharmacology, the tions are evaluated. Policy and legal or ethical concerns biological etiology of chronic illness, dementia, and are discussed and scrutinized. Professional activism safety are analyzed. Students will be expected to design and quality improvement concepts that impact the evidence-based approaches for the complex care of changing arena of nursing practice are critically ex- older adults. amined. Career advancement is explored to include Prerequisites: Admission into the RN to BSN Nursing graduate education, resume, and interview skills. Program and RN Licensure This course focuses on the application of nursing lead- Typical Rotation: Summer (all) ership and management theory in the development Additional Attributes: none of quality patient outcomes for diverse populations. Class discussions center on the safe use of technolo- NUR465: Population Focused Care gy, evidence-based nursing practice, legal and ethical Credits: 5 issues associated with health care policy, and advocacy Students in this eight-week community-nursing course for safe, holistic patient care at various organizational utilize critical thinking and the nursing process to levels. implement a plan of care based on assessment and Prerequisites: NUR305, NUR365, NUR375, MTH210, analysis of the health care needs of a selected aggregate PHI 250, NUR392, Pre/Co-Requisites: NUR405 or population. This course builds upon the principles of NUR465 public health to introduce the student to a population Typical Rotation: Spring (all) oriented nursing practice. Concepts of community as- Additional Attributes: none sessment and public health policy are analyzed. Health promotion, prevention, and maintenance are examined NUR425R: Professional Concepts Online RN to BSN within the context of the health care needs of aggregate Credits: 3 populations. The concepts of family, community, cul- Students in this course analyze current trends and is- tural diversity, and environmental influence are incor- sues within the profession of nursing. A focus on pro- porated into the plan of care developed for a selected fessionalism prepares students for entry and advanced aggregate population. Data collection and analysis provides the foundation for the design and implemen- Students in this clinical course utilize critical thinking tation of the Population Focused Care Project. and the nursing process to implement a plan of care Prerequisites: NUR405; Pre/Co-Requisites: NUR415 based on assessment and analysis of the health care or NUR425 needs of a selected aggregate population. This course Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) builds upon the principles of public health introduced Additional Attributes: none in NUR475R to further develop a population oriented nursing practice. Concepts of community assessment NUR465C: Population Focused Care Clinical and public health policy are analyzed. Health pro- Credits: 0 motion, prevention, and maintenance are examined Required clinical section within the context of the health care needs of aggregate populations. The concepts of family, community, cul- NUR475C: Nursing Perspectives in Pop. Centered tural diversity, and environmental influence are incor- Care-Assessment RN-BSN Clinical porated into the plan of care developed for a selected Credits: 0 aggregate population. Data collection and analysis Required clinical section previously conducted in NUR475R provides the foundation for the design and implementation of the NUR475R: Nursing Perspectives in Population Cen- Population Centered Care Project, Phase II. NUR475R tered Care-Assessment Online RN to BSN and NUR476R must be taken in the same semester in Credits: 3 subsequent 8-week sessions. Students in this clinical course utilize critical think- Prerequisites: Admission into the RN to BSN Nursing ing and the nursing process to assess and analyze the Program and RN Licensure health care needs of diverse aggregate populations. Typical Rotation: Spring (all) This course integrates principles of public health and Additional Attributes: none builds upon knowledge from support and nursing courses to develop a population oriented nursing NUR497: Nursing Capstone practice. Concepts of community assessment and Credits: 7 public health policy are introduced. Health promotion, NUR497 is the eight-week capstone experience for the prevention, and maintenance are emphasized across nursing program. This course integrates knowledge the life span. The course incorporates concepts of fami- from support courses and previous nursing courses ly, community, cultural diversity, and environmental with principles of acute, chronic, and complex nurs- influences in the delivery of population centered care. ing care. Students partner with a practicing BSN RN Population assessment and analysis for a Population preceptor and complete 270 clinical hours in an as- Focused Care Project, Phase I will be completed. De- signed clinical setting. Students coordinate safe care of sign and implementation of the student’s Population multiple patients as part of the interprofessional team. Focused Care Project will be completed in NUR476R. Prioritization, safe use of technology, and positive, NUR475R and NUR476R must be taken in the same patient-centered outcomes are emphasized. Students semester in subsequent 8-week sessions. will plan individualized care for spiritually and cultur- Prerequisites: Admission into the RN to BSN Nursing ally diverse patients and manage their care with sensi- Program and RN Licensure tivity. Required live seminars and written work allow Typical Rotation: Spring (all) students to examine and reflect on ethical/legal issues, Additional Attributes: none evidence-based practice, standards of practice, and leadership in nursing. Students prepare for NCLEX NUR476C: Nursing Perspectives in Pop. Centered by completing a Capstone Review with standard- Care-Implementation RN-BSN Clinical ized testing. Entry into practice issues, licensure, and Credits: transitioning from the student role to the professional Required clinical section nurse role are examined. NUR465 and NUR497 are to be taken in the same semester in subsequent 8-week NUR476R: Nursing Perspectives in Pop. Centered sessions. Successful completion of NUR465 is required Care-Implementation Online RN-BSN to progress into NUR497. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: NUR405, NUR465; Pre/Co-Requisites:

148 NUR415 or NUR425 mentation and thinking from a variety of differing Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) philosophical and disciplinary perspectives. Students Additional Attributes: none learn how to identify cultural prejudices in the formulation and examination of argumentation, how to NUR497C: Nursing Capstone Clinical construct arguments, and how to examine critically Credits: 0 the forms of arguments and the evidence provided in Required clinical section support of arguments. Students will study the common forms of fallacious reasoning and how to avoid un- PHI200: Philosophy Across the World warranted assumptions in building sound arguments. Credits: 3 Formal logic is introduced as an aid in critical think- This course enables students to learn the philosophical ing. Cross-cultural issues regarding the universality of basis of cultural and political identities and movements human reasoning are also examined. and helps students to appreciate the diversity within Prerequisites: none the world. The course presents the basic problems and Typical Rotation: Fall (odd) methods of philosophy together with solutions offered Additional Attributes: Category B by various philosophical schools. The metaphysical and social thought of eastern, western, and Third PHI282: Special Topics World traditions are studied. The students are exposed Credits: 3 to philosophers and schools of thought such as Plato, Courses offered under this title reflect the research Descartes, Locke, Confucius, Kropotkin, Vedanta, and interests and specialized expertise of the religion and Buddhism, and gain an awareness of world communi- philosophy faculty members, providing an opportunity ty through the discovery that philosophical positions to explore important issues. Special topics may or may have been the basis for both cooperation and conflict not be offered again. in the human experience. Prerequisites: none Prerequisites: none Typical Rotation: none Typical Rotation: none Additional Attributes: Category B Additional Attributes: Category B PHI290: What is Religion? Who is God? PHI250: Foundations of Moral Decision Making Credits: 3 Credits: 3 This course examines the philosophical questions This course in moral responsibility is concerned with about religions, God, and faith in their spiritual, how individuals employ moral principles in dealing historical, and theological expression and responds to with the moral dilemmas that occur in the conduct of them from the perspective of the Christian faith and their careers and private lives. We will learn to recog- its transforming power. Some of the questions raised nize moral problems, clarify the issues involved in the include the following: Why are people religious? Can problems, and analyze the various ethical arguments God’s existence make a difference? Can God’s existence and positions that apply to the problems identified. In be proven? Does such proof make a difference? If God addition, we will explore how individuals are embed- is good, why is there evil? What difference does reli- ded in larger structures that influence their behavior. gion make for human life? The students’ understand- We will spend time learning critical thinking, problem ing of Christian faith is deepened and challenged by solving, and dialogue skills as ways to enhance moral rational consideration of God, faith, the meaning of reflection. evil and human destiny. Prerequisites: none Prerequisites: none Typical Rotation: Fall (all) Typical Rotation: none Additional Attributes: Category B Additional Attributes: Category B

PHI280: Critical Thinking PHI450: Independent Study PHI280H: Critical Thinking (Honors) Credits: 1 to 3 Credits: 3 This course of study must be designed by the super- This course examines the processes of human argu- vising professor and student. An independent study

149 request must document this intended course of study cally literate and apply physics to decisions that they and be approved by Academic Affairs. will make in their role as citizens promoting a sus- Prerequisites: Permission by application tainable universe. Students taking this course should Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval have a working knowledge of high school algebra and Additional Attributes: none trigonometry. Prerequisites: none PHY121: Descriptive Astronomy Typical Rotation: Fall (all) Credits: 4 Additional Attributes: Lab Science Proficiency This course studies the history of astronomy, astronomical tools, seasons, the solar system, and observa- PHY151L: General Physics I Lab tion of astronomical phenomena. The earth is studied Credits: 0 as a model of a sustainable world and is compared to Required laboratory section other planets. From this comparison, students gain an understanding of their role as scientifically literate PHY152: General Physics II citizens promoting a sustainable existence within this Credits: 4 universe. In the laboratory, particular emphasis is giv- This course covers the basic concepts and theories of en to scientific methodology. electricity, magnetism, optics, and introductory Mod- Prerequisites: none ern Physics. The laboratory sessions are used to explore Typical Rotation: Fall (all) the main concepts. Additional Attributes: Lab Science Proficiency Prerequisites: PHY151 Typical Rotation: Spring (all) PHY121L: Descriptive Astronomy Lab Additional Attributes: Lab Science Proficiency Credits: 0 Required laboratory section PHY152L: General Physics II Lab Credits: 0 PHY122: Selected Topics in Astronomy Required laboratory section Credits: 4 This course presents the natural and physical forces POL112: Introduction to Political Science that shape the universe and focuses on the universe Credits: 3 outside of the solar system. Concepts discussed include This course enables students to understand the dif- light, stars, galaxies, the universe, and the possibility of ferent forms of government present through history life in space. Through these studies, the students exam- and the theoretical underpinnings of the systems. The ine their potential roles as scientifically literate citizens course examines the early practices of democracy in with responsibility for sustaining a fragile universe. In the ancient world, the rise of absolutism, the evolution the laboratory, particular emphasis is given to scientific of modern republican structures, and the rise, fall, methodology. and lasting effects of the twentieth century totalitarian Prerequisites: none regimes. Students will become acquainted with the Typical Rotation: Spring (all) basic structures of different government systems, and Additional Attributes: Lab Science Proficiency the historical relationships involved in present international relations. PHY122L: Topics in Astronomy Lab Prerequisites: none Credits: 0 Typical Rotation: Fall (all) Required laboratory section Additional Attributes: Category C

PHY151: General Physics I POL113: American Government Credits: 4 Credits: 3 This course focuses on mechanics, waves, and ther- This course enables students to understand the rela- modynamics. The laboratory emphasizes observation, tionship between citizenship and government. The measurements, the methodology of scientific discovery course will examine the electoral process, the role of and physics concepts. The students become scientifi- states within the political structure, the impact of spe-

150 cial interests, and the relationship between congress, region. Students will explore the history of the Native the presidency, and the U.S. Supreme Court. The stu- American nations and states that make up this area. dent becomes acquainted with the basic working of the The course reviews the economic, political, and social federal government, the uniqueness of the American history of the region as well as race, class, and gender system, and the interactive relationship of individual issues. Students also will consider the region’s unique citizens with the government. history within the context of larger developments Prerequisites: none of the United States, such as World War I, the Great Typical Rotation: Spring (all) Depression, and current events. Students taking the Additional Attributes: Category C course for Politics credit will complete assignments specific to that purpose, as stated in the course’s sylla- POL221: Special Topics in Politics bus. Cross-listed as HIS241. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: none This course investigates the historical evolution of Typical Rotation: Fall (odd) current event political topics. Students will review Additional Attributes: Category C scholarship and opposing views of the selected topic. Students taking the course for Politics credit will com- POL311: America and the World plete assignments specific to that purpose, as stated in Credits: 3 the course’s syllabus. Cross-listed as HIS221. This course explores how the United States became Prerequisites: none a major global power. Topics will include America’s Typical Rotation: Spring (odd) emergence as a global power, involvement in World Additional Attributes: Category C Wars I and II, and an in-depth investigation of Cold War policies, the arms race, and military covert ac- POL240: Women in America tions. Students also will consider the contributions of, Credits: 3 and effects on, the home front as part of these his- This course surveys the public and private lives of torical developments. Students taking the course for American women of diverse class, racial, ethnic, and Politics credit will complete assignments specific to regional heritage from colonial times to the present. that purpose, as stated in the course’s syllabus. Recom- The course examines the gender roles in the family, mended Preparation: HIS112 or HIS154. Cross-listed work place and community, and the bonds that unite as POL311. women of multiple cultural traditions. Students learn Prerequisites: none to examine human experience from a historical per- Typical Rotation: Fall (even) spective and become aware of the complexity of histor- Additional Attributes: none ical thought. Through historical analysis and examination of the various experiences of the specific women POL313: U.S. Constitutional History selected for consideration, students gain an appreci- Credits: 3 ation and respect for the common bonds that unite This course studies the creation of the United States women of multiple traditions, how their experiences Constitution, and its evolution throughout United have shaped the greater American experience, and the States history. Students examine its drafting, amend- importance, in general, of cooperation in democratic ment, and the changing concepts of constitutional societies. Students taking the course for Politics credit government. Students will review and critically con- will complete assignments specific to that purpose, as sider U.S. Supreme Court decisions and their impact stated in the course’s syllabus. Cross-listed as HIS240. on American society. Students taking the course for Prerequisites: none Politics credit will complete assignments specific to Typical Rotation: Spring (odd) that purpose, as stated in the course’s syllabus. Rec- Additional Attributes: Category C ommended Preparation: HIS111, HIS112, POL112, or POL113. Cross-listed as HIS313. POL241: Great Plains History Prerequisites: none Credits: 3 Typical Rotation: Fall (even) This course comparatively examines the geography, Additional Attributes: none history, and peoples that populate the Great Plains

151 POL331: Political Philosophy I Prerequisites: none Credits: 3 Typical Rotation: Spring (odd) This course considers the writings of different philoso- Additional Attributes: none phers who addressed political concepts such as democracy, liberty, and the relationship between rulers and POL422: Seminar-American Exceptionalism the ruled. Students will track the evolution of thought Credits: 3 on these ideas from the ancient world through the This course considers the notion of “American Excep- eighteenth century. Students will benefit from having tionalism,” its origins, and its evolution through the taken at least one course in history or politics prior course of U.S. history. Students will review the U.S. role to enrolling in this course. Students taking the course in the world, particularly during the twentieth centu- for Politics credit will complete assignments specif- ry, and critically consider the impact of U.S. foreign ic to that purpose, as stated in the course’s syllabus. policy, including domestic implications, to determine Cross-listed as HIS331. if actions proved or disproved “exceptionalism.” Stu- Prerequisites: none dents taking the course for Politics credit will complete Typical Rotation: Fall (odd) assignments specific to that purpose, as stated in the Additional Attributes: none course’s syllabus. Recommended Preparation: HIS112 or HIS154 and at least one other history course. POL332: Political Philosophy II Cross-listed as HIS422. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: none This course considers the writings of different phi- Typical Rotation: Fall (odd) losophers who addressed political concepts such as Additional Attributes: none democracy, liberty, race, class, and gender and the role of government in these issues. Students will track the POL423: Seminar-From Empires to Nations (Europe) evolution of thought on these ideas from the nine- Credits: 3 teenth century to the present. Students will benefit This course reviews the rise and fall of European from having taken at least one course in history or pol- empires during the nineteenth and twentieth cen- itics prior to enrolling in this course. Students taking turies. Students will consider the rise and fall of the the course for Politics credit will complete assignments Habsburg, Nazi, and Soviet empires, and the popula- specific to that purpose, as stated in the course’s sylla- tions in Central, Southern, and Eastern Europe affect- bus. Cross-listed as HIS332. ed by their imperial control. Students also will study Prerequisites: none the emergence of independent nations throughout Typical Rotation: Spring (even) this area after the collapse of the Soviet Union, as well Additional Attributes: none as current events related to this region, to understand better the legacy of empire. Students taking the course POL421: Seminar-New Deal Era for Politics credit will complete assignments specific to Credits: 3 that purpose, as stated in the course’s syllabus. Recom- This course considers the developments that led to mended Preparation: HIS154 and at least one other the Great Depression, political ideology underpin- history course. Cross-listed as HIS423. ning New Deal programs, and examines the Roosevelt Prerequisites: none Administration’s programs in detail. Students also will Typical Rotation: Spring (even) comparatively examine differences in New Deal expe- Additional Attributes: none riences among different geographic regions, races, and socio-economic classes. Students also will place New POL424: Seminar-Decolonization Deal programs and U.S. entry into World War II in Credits: 3 the larger context of international relations during this This course reviews European colonization of Africa period. Students taking the course for Politics credit and Asia during the nineteenth and early twentieth will complete assignments specific to that purpose, as centuries. Different models of imperial control are stated in the course’s syllabus. Recommended Prepa- explored, and their implications on indigenous popu- ration: HIS112 and at least one other history course. lations. Students also undertake a comparative review Cross-listed as HIS421. of the decolonization of some of these nations, and

152 the resulting complications to present day. The course systematically socially important behaviors, particular- also considers current events related to this region to ly within educational settings and including differen- understand better the legacy of empire. Students taking tiation for high and low ability learners. An emphasis the course for Politics credit will complete assignments is places on the assessment of maladaptive behavior specific to that purpose, as stated in the course’s sylla- in classrooms and other settings and the development bus. Recommended Preparation: HIS154 and at least of effective procedures to change behavior in ethically one other history course. Cross-listed as HIS424. and socially significant ways. Prerequisites: none Prerequisites: PSY120 or PSY210 Typical Rotation: Fall (even) Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) Additional Attributes: none Additional Attributes: none

POL450: Independent Study PSY210: Developmental Psychology Credits: 1 to 3 PSY210H: Developmental Psychology (Honors) This course of study must be designed by the super- Credits: 3 vising professor and student. An independent study The purpose of this course is to study physical, social, request must document this intended course of study emotional, and cognitive development of humans from and be approved by Academic Affairs. conception through adulthood. Physical development Prerequisites: Permission by application will include maturational processes (e.g., genetics) as Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval well as environmental effects (e.g., teratogens, nutri- Additional Attributes: none tion, health, abuse). Social and emotional development will include theories of Erickson, temperament, POL499: Politics Internship parenting styles, friendships, and self-esteem on Credits: 1 to 3 personality development. Cognitive development will Students are placed with on-site professionals who include theories of Piaget and Vygotsky, information manage their workload and oversee their performance, processing, learning, memory, and intelligence (e.g., much like an employment setting. Gardner). Student assignments may include discipline Prerequisites: Permission by Application based individual projects of contemporary topics (e.g., Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval exceptional learners, learning styles, age appropriate Additional Attributes: none behavior, issues of aging, effects of technology), field based experiences, and oral presentations. PSY120: Fundamentals of Psychology Prerequisites: none PSY120H: Fundamentals of Psychology (Honors) Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) Credits: 3 Additional Attributes: none In this course, students learn the principles of psychology and their application to the student’s daily activi- PSY248: Movies & Mental Illness ties, including effective study habits, risks of drug use, Credits: 3 issues of moral and cognitive development, influences The purpose of this course is to study psychopathology and dangers of conformity, coping with stress, and the as depicted in popular films. We will study the diag- importance of self-concept on self-esteem. nostic criteria, symptoms, causes, and treatments of Prerequisites: none several major categories of psychopathology. We will Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) discuss and critically evaluate film portrayals of differ- Additional Attributes: none ent psychological disorders. Prerequisites: none PSY200: Psychology of Learning Typical Rotation: Interterm (odd) Credits: 3 Additional Attributes: none The purpose of this course is to introduce students to theories of learning (Skinner, Pavlov, and Bandura); PSY314: Social Psychology environmental factors affecting behavior, and the influ- Credits: 3 ences of motivation. Students will learn how to apply This course examines the scientific study of the way procedures derived from these influences to change individuals think, feel, and behave in social situations.

153 Topics include social self, perception of others, inter- phrenia, substance-related disorders, and disorders of personal attraction, intimate relationships, helping childhood and adolescence. others, aggression, attitudes, group processes, and the Prerequisites: PSY120 and Junior standing application of these topics to our lives. Typical Rotation: Fall (all) Prerequisites: PSY120, SOC130, and Sophomore Additional Attributes: none Standing Typical Rotation: Spring (even) PSY350: Tests and Measurement Additional Attributes: none Credits: 3 This course is an introduction to the construction, PSY324: Behavioral Assessment administration and interpretation of psychological Credits: 3 tests. This course reviews statistics, scaling techniques This course focuses on current research and best and measurement theory. By the end of the course, practices in behavioral assessment. After reviewing students will have an understanding of various psycho- the definition, characteristics, and basic concepts of logical measures, will be able to read and interpret test applied behavior analysis, students will learn to select, critiques, and will be able to administer and interpret define, measure, and functionally analyze behavior. some commonly used standardized and non-standard- Procedures for constructing and analyzing graphs and ized tests. Recommended Preparation: Junior standing. analyzing behavior change will be examined. Class Prerequisites: PSY120 and SSC340 time will be devoted to critical discussion of assigned Typical Rotation: Fall (odd) readings, in-class activities and a student project/pre- Additional Attributes: none sentation. This course is part of the sequence designed to prepare students to sit for the Board Certified Assis- PSY370: Introduction to Counseling tant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA) exam. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: PSY200 and Sophomore standing This course is designed to provide the student with Typical Rotation: Fall (even) exposure to the five stages of counseling through exer- Additional Attributes: none cises and role-playing. Skills reviewed include: listening, empathy, confrontation, behavioral techniques, PSY331: Physiological Psychology biofeedback techniques, and group techniques. Coun- Credits: 3 seling intervention theories covered include affective, This course focuses on the study of physiological cognitive, behavioral, and systemic. The course also aspects of behavior with special emphasis upon neuro- presents the ethical standards of counseling. Indepen- logical structure and function. Experimental evidence dent study and reporting are required. on which psycho-physiological theories are based is re- Prerequisites: PSY120 or PSY210 viewed. Areas covered include the physiological bases Typical Rotation: Spring (even) of senses, body needs regulation, motivation, learning, Additional Attributes: none brain damage, and mental disorders. Recommended Preparation: Junior standing PSY380: Psychology of Addictions Prerequisites: PSY120 Credits: 3 Typical Rotation: Spring (odd) This course offers an examination of the nature, causes, Additional Attributes: none dynamics, consequences, and treatments of addic- tive behavior, including analysis of addictions in the PSY333: Abnormal Psychology context of social institutions such as the family and Credits: 3 schools and society in general. Students study the symptoms, causes, diagnostic crite- Prerequisites: SOC130, PSY120, or Instructor Permis- ria, progression, and treatments of the major categories sion of abnormal behavior. Topics studied include defi- Typical Rotation: Interterm (odd) nitions of abnormal behavior, etiological theories of Additional Attributes: none abnormal behavior, evaluation processes, and specific disorders including anxiety disorders, dissociative dis- PSY414: Cognition orders, mood disorders, personality disorders, schizo- Credits: 3

154 This course will include an exploration of the history This course of study must be designed by the super- and contemporary research related to cognitive pro- vising professor and student. An independent study cesses including attention, problem solving, and con- request must document this intended course of study cept formation. Issues in human memory and percep- and be approved by Academic Affairs. tion will also be explored within the cognitive context. Prerequisites: Permission by application Prerequisites: PSY120 Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval Typical Rotation: Spring (odd) Additional Attributes: none Additional Attributes: none PSY485: Essential Readings in Applied Behavior Anal- PSY424: Advanced Behavior Analysis ysis Credits: 3 Credits: 3 The objective of this course is to describe complex This course will provide students with in-depth ex- behavioral principles and procedures for systemati- posure to Applied Behavior Analysis reading relevant cally changing socially important behaviors. Topics research articles and examining ethical issues related to to be studied include the major principles of behav- ABA. The course is taught in a seminar format and re- ior (e.g. reinforcement, punishment, extinction) and lies heavily on student discussion. In addition to ethics, procedures derived from those principles (e.g. shap- the course will focus on the fundamental elements of ing, chaining) for increasing the frequency of existing behavior chance and the identification and assessment behavior, obtaining desired stimulus control, devel- of a wide variety of problem behaviors. This course oping new behaviors, and decreasing the frequency of is part of a sequence designed to prepare students to behavior with non-punishment procedures. Skinner’s sit for the Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst analysis of verbal behavior, special applications of be- exam. havior change technology, and strategies for increasing Prerequisites: PSY200 generalization of behavior change will also be exam- Typical Rotation: Spring (odd) ined. The final part of this course will focus on ethical Additional Attributes: none considerations and practices for applied behavior an- alysts. This course is part of the sequence designed to PSY496: Research prepare students to sit for the Board Certified Assistant Credits: 1 to 3 Behavior Analyst (BCaBA) exam. This course is designed for students wishing to focus Prerequisites: PSY200 and Sophomore standing on, and complete, directed research such as that re- Typical Rotation: Fall (odd) quired for a research course or thesis. Students in good Additional Attributes: none standing may register for this course upon consultation with their advisor and faculty and after gaining PSY434: Personality Theory approval from Academic Affairs. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: Junior standing and Permission by This course is designed to give students an overview Application of major classic and current theories of personality. Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval Current research findings, therapeutic, educational, Additional Attributes: none and social applications, and critical evaluation of these theories are emphasized. Students apply theoretical PSY498: Advanced Experimental Psychology ideas to understanding a specific individual by reading Credits: 3 a biography/autobiography and developing a psycho- Each student individually conducts a study of human logical analysis. The course involves readings, discus- behavior according to the principles and procedures sion, in-depth independent research, and writing. of psychological research and, in so doing, develops Prerequisites: PSY120 and Junior standing critical thinking skills. The student defines a prob- Typical Rotation: Spring (all) lem, reviews previous research on the topic, designs a Additional Attributes: none study to evaluate their hypothesis conducts the study and collects appropriate data, statistically analyzes the PSY450: Independent Study results to make conclusions, and writes a report of the Credits: 3 study according to APA style. Also, to assess the stu-

155 dent’s mastery of the psychology content, the student will review, take practice tests, and must successfully REL130: Introduction to the Old Testament pass a comprehensive subject test of the field of psy- Credits: 3 chology. This course serves as the psychology major This survey course deals with the history of Israel and capstone experience. the great religious themes of the Old Testament. It pro- Prerequisites: SSC340 and Senior standing vides students with a broad and general understanding Typical Rotation: Spring (all) of the Old Testament, its literature, and its historical Additional Attributes: none setting as the cradle of the Christian faith. The primary texts studied in the course are the writings of the Old PSY499: Psychology Internship Testament. Students learn how the Old Testament, as Credits: 1 to 6 the Scripture of Jesus and of the earliest Christians, Students are placed with on-site professionals who grounds and serves the transforming power of the manage their workload and oversee their performance, Christian faith. The continuing role of the Old Testa- much like an employment setting. ment in informing the spiritual lives and theology of Prerequisites: PSY120 and Permission by Application Christians is also presented. Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval Prerequisites: none Additional Attributes: none Typical Rotation: Spring (odd) Additional Attributes: Category B REL112: Introduction to Christianity as Religion Credits: 3 REL140: Introduction to the New Testament This course is designed to introduce students to a Credits: 3 range of concepts and techniques employed in the field This survey course deals with the historical back- of religious studies, using Christianity as the central ground of the New Testament, its origins and litera- case study. The course will include sections on compar- ture, its major themes, and the beginnings and devel- ative religion, the study of religion as a human phe- opment of the early Christian church. Students become nomenon, and the range of beliefs and practices within acquainted with the New Testament books and the Christianity. Our goal is to assess Christianity as a reli- problems related to their interpretation. Students also gious tradition and to develop a more meaningful and learn how the Christian movement began and grew by informed understanding of how religious traditions are the transforming proclamation of Jesus Christ, why the expressed by different communities in different locales Christian movement became a historical and spiritual and time periods. force, and why it continues to be relevant today. Prerequisites: none Prerequisites: none Typical Rotation: Spring (even) Typical Rotation: Spring (even) Additional Attributes: Category B Additional Attributes: Category B

REL120: Development of Christian Thought REL150: Lutheranism Credits: 3 Credits: 3 This course explores the development of Christian This course on Lutheran history, beliefs, practices, and doctrine from the earliest doctrinal controversies in social positions examines the origins of Lutheranism the church through the more recent doctrinal develop- and its place in the spiritual, historical and theological ments. The emphasis in the course is on the spiritual, transformation of the Christian faith. Students learn historical, and theological importance of the central what Lutherans say about doctrines, social issues, teachings of the faith in order to equip students to morality, and religious life. The course is intended for wrestle with these doctrines in light of their own expe- all students, not just Lutherans. Emphasis is on the rience and beliefs. The course also presents the trans- Lutheran Church as evangelical, catholic, and ecumen- formative power of these central Christian doctrines ical; inter-Christian relationships are discussed with on those who formulated them. justification by grace through faith as the central Lu- Prerequisites: none theran touchstone for understanding the transforming Typical Rotation: Spring (even) power of the Christian faith. Additional Attributes: Category B Prerequisites: none

156 Typical Rotation: Fall (even) from both testaments, seeking connecting and uni- Additional Attributes: Category B fying themes, images, and concepts. We will seek to determine how the New Testament writers employed REL185: Christian Communities-How Christians and developed the Jewish Scriptures for the purpose of Live(d) out the Gospel explicating and promulgating the teaching of Jesus. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: none What is a Christian and how does one live out one’s Typical Rotation: none life as a Christian? For many Christians, the definition Additional Attributes: Category B of a Christian seems self-explanatory, yet the way that Christians live and have lived out their understandings REL230: Power-Social Structures & Moral Responsibil- of Christianity varies tremendously across cultures ity-An Analysis of Contemporary Social Problems and over history. In this course, we explore a range of Credits: 3 interpretations of the Christian message and examine What are our moral obligations? How do we know the implications of those interpretations for practice. what is right? How should we respond to the pressing Among the communities we investigate may be the social issues of today? This introductory course is de- following: 18th and 19th century Utopian and com- signed to respond to these and other similar questions munal groups, African American churches, liberation by providing an understanding of the structures and theology and Pentecostalism in Latin America, North dynamics of power in U.S. society. We will explore how American Latino/a Christianity, GenX religious life, these structures and dynamics of power give rise to mega-churches, contemporary evangelicalism, and and maintain racism, classism, sexism, heterosexism, post-Vatican II Catholicism. and other mechanisms of social stratification and ma- Prerequisites: none nipulation. The course will introduce social and moral Typical Rotation: Fall (odd) reflection by engaging in extended analyses of selected Additional Attributes: Category B social problems as windows into how we understand moral responsibility. We will also work together to REL206: Contemporary Christian Theology identify, respond to, and analyze particular issues of REL206H: Contemporary Christian Theology (Hon- interest to the students. ors) Prerequisites: none Credits: 3 Typical Rotation: none This course is designed to explore a range of contem- Additional Attributes: Category B porary Christian theological perspectives, including body theology, womanist and feminist theology, LGBT REL240: Religions of the World theology, black theology, and disability theology. A Credits: 3 central theme of the course is how individual human This course examines the religious traditions of hu- perspectives are relevant to theological reflection. A manity as a means of confronting the students with unifying theological claim explored throughout the the diversity within the world. Ancient and indigenous course is that every human being is created in the im- religious traditions are studied, but emphasis is given age of God. Honors section available. to the major religions of the East and West, such as Prerequisites: none Islam and Buddhism, which have had the most effect Typical Rotation: Spring (odd) on contemporary lives and cultures, illustrating the Additional Attributes: Category B interdependence of all world communities. Historical developments, religious texts, and key personalities and movements are presented so that the students may REL208: Jesus and the Prophets-Reading the Christian discern, through comparison with their own back- Bible ground, an awareness of religious world community. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: none This course seeks to introduce students to the thematic Typical Rotation: Spring (odd) and conceptual unity of the Christian Bible as a delib- Additional Attributes: Category B erately intended unity of distinct parts: Old Testament and New Testament. We will examine selected contexts REL280: Christianity and Human Sexuality

157 REL280H: Christianity and Human Sexuality (Honors) once a week with the supervisor, 2) define an area of Credits: 3 research in religion or philosophy, and 3) present their This course explores human sexuality from a Christian finding in a formal paper with oral defense to the reli- perspective and leads the students to a positive un- gion/philosophy faculty and invited guests. The senior derstanding of human sexuality and a recognition of thesis is designed as an experience in independent the role of Christian values in daily issues of sexuality. research and the student is responsible for its specific Students are helped to understand the importance of content and structure. This course serves as the pro- individual moral choices and responsibilities regard- gram’s capstone experience. ing human sexuality in relation to society. Some of the Prerequisites: none topics addressed include sex education and reproduc- Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval tive care, marriage and partnership choices, sexuality Additional Attributes: W Course within the Christian tradition, biblical texts that address sexuality, LGBTQ identities, and violence within REL450: Independent Study intimate partnerships. Credits: 1 to 3 Prerequisites: none This course of study must be designed by the super- Typical Rotation: Fall (even) vising professor and student. An independent study Additional Attributes: Category B request must document this intended course of study and be approved by Academic Affairs. REL282: Special Topics in Religion Prerequisites: Permission by application Credits: 3 Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval Courses offered under this title reflect the research in- Additional Attributes: none terests and specialized expertise of religion and philosophy faculty members, providing the opportunity for REL496: Research an exploration of important issues. Special topics may Credits: 1 to 3 or may not be offered again. This course is designed for students wishing to focus Prerequisites: none on, and complete, directed research such as that re- Typical Rotation: Interterm, even years quired for a research course or thesis. Students in good Additional Attributes: Category B standing may register for this course upon consultation with their advisor and faculty and after gaining REL285: Disability Theology approval from Academic Affairs. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: Junior standing and Permission by The course investigates the disability rights movement, Application its relationship to the civil rights movement, and its en- Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval gagement with the Christian theological tradition. We Additional Attributes: none will consider what resources Christianity has to offer people with disabilities, how to understand the biblical REL499: Religion Internship texts’ sometimes ambiguous depiction of persons with Credits: 1 to 3 disabilities, and what insights the field of disability Students are placed with on-site professionals who theology has to offer Christians, both disabled and manage their workload and oversee their performance, non-disabled. much like an employment setting. Prerequisites: none Prerequisites: Permission by Application Typical Rotation: Spring (even) Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval Additional Attributes: Category B Additional Attributes: none

REL420: Senior Thesis RET201: Medical Arts Credits: 3 Credits: 3 The Religion/Philosophy major requires that all stu- This introductory course acquaints the student with dents complete a senior thesis. Students are assigned medical terminology, patient care, and medical ethics. a primary supervisor from the faculty depending on The student will learn how to interact with patients, their area of research. All students will 1) meet at least visitors and healthcare providers and basic concepts

158 related to patient assessment, oxygen therapy and aero- Additional Attributes: none sol medication administration. Prerequisites: Acceptance to Respiratory Therapy RET305: Cardio-Pulmonary & Renal Anatomy and Program Physiology Typical Rotation: Fall (all) Credits: 4 Additional Attributes: none This advanced course in cardiopulmonary and renal anatomy and physiology details the three main organ RET202: Advanced Cardiac Life Support systems that respiratory therapists work with. Con- Credits: 2 tent includes the structure and function of the cardiac The ACLS course is provided for medical providers system, including electro-physiology and ECG recog- such as physicians, nurses, mid-levels, emergency nition, the function of the lungs in oxygenation and medical technicians, paramedics, respiratory thera- ventilation, and elimination of waste and regulation of pists, and other professionals whose daily occupation fluids and electrolytes by the kidneys. requires them to either direct or participate in the Prerequisites: Acceptance to Respiratory Therapy resuscitation of a patient whether in or out of the hos- Program pital. The ACLS training course incorporates informa- Typical Rotation: Fall (all) tion needed to apply advance life support measures, Additional Attributes: none while functioning in a team leader role. Prerequisites: Acceptance to Respiratory Therapy RET311: Airway Management Program Credits: 3 Typical Rotation: Interterm (all) This course focuses on techniques used to maintain an Additional Attributes: none open passageway between the atmosphere and the air sacs of the lungs. Techniques discussed include the use RET203: Respiratory Therapist as an Educator of minimally invasive devices as well as invasive endo- Credits: 2 tracheal intubation and surgical tracheotomy. Vari- An introduction to basic principles of education and ous types of airway tubes will be discussed including their application to the current health care environ- oro-pharyngeal, naso-pharyngeal, laryngeal, endotra- ment. Course content includes information on design- cheal, and tracheal airways. Techniques used to assist a ing a lecture or course for the classroom, as an in-ser- patient with airway clearance will be included. vice or in a continuing education program. It focuses Prerequisites: Acceptance to Respiratory Therapy on assessing educational needs, organizing instruction, Program instructional methods and education. Typical Rotation: Fall (all) Prerequisites: Acceptance to Respiratory Therapy Additional Attributes: none Program Typical Rotation: Fall (all) RET312: Respiratory Therapy Equipment Additional Attributes: none Credits: 2 This course introduces the equipment employed by RET302: Medical Gas Therapy the respiratory therapist in the activities of patient Credits: 2 care, including aerosol administration, humidity, lung This course acquaints the student with the therapeutic inflation and airway clearance equipment. The phys- use of oxygen and other medical gases. The indications ics associated with these types of equipment will be for the medical uses of carbon dioxide and helium, included. hyperbaric oxygen therapy, compressed gas produc- Prerequisites: Acceptance to Respiratory Therapy tion, gas storage, gas delivery, and medical gas safety, Program and precautions will be included. The student will also Typical Rotation: Fall (all) learn how to determine how the body uses various Additional Attributes: none gases. Prerequisites: Acceptance to Respiratory Therapy RET313: Pulmonary Medicine Lecture Series Program Credits: 1 Typical Rotation: Fall (all) This course details pulmonary disease processes as well

159 as procedures for diagnosis of disease processes. This Credits: 4 course allows interaction with the physician popula- This course is a continuation of Ventilator Manage- tion and is taught by the pulmonary physician group, ment. Students will learn advanced ventilator modes, including the medical director for the respiratory advanced ventilator management techniques, and therapy program. mechanical ventilators currently in use. Prerequisites: Acceptance to Respiratory Therapy Prerequisites: Acceptance to Respiratory Therapy Program Program Typical Rotation: Fall (all) Typical Rotation: Summer (all) Additional Attributes: none Additional Attributes: none

RET406: Cardio-Pulmonary Pharmacology RET412: Respiratory Diagnostics Credits: 2 Credits: 5 This basic course of pharmacology includes a spe- This course details diagnostic procedures including cial emphasis on respiratory and cardiac drugs. Drug pulmonary function testing and arterial blood gas actions and interactions, chemical composition and analysis. The student will learn how to perform test- generic drug information will be included. This course ing to determine the quality and quantity of a patient’s is taught by the pharmacy department of CHI Health. breathing. Details of arterial puncture, blood collec- Prerequisites: Acceptance to Respiratory Therapy tion, and blood gas analysis will be included. Program Prerequisites: Acceptance to Respiratory Therapy Typical Rotation: Spring (all) Program Additional Attributes: none Typical Rotation: Spring (all) Additional Attributes: none RET407: Medical Microbiology Credits: 2 RET415: Pediatric and Neonatal Respiratory Therapy This course includes the principles of infection con- Credits: 3 trol and medical microbiology. The student will learn This course instructs the student in the principles of about microorganisms that cause human disease and pediatric and neonatal respiratory therapy. Fetal devel- the medications that counteract those microorganisms. opment, birth and delivery, care of the newborn, care Techniques and procedures for preventing disease and of premature infants, care of the ill child, and diagnosis the cleaning and processing of respiratory equipment of pediatric disease will be included. will be included. Prerequisites: Acceptance to Respiratory Therapy Prerequisites: Acceptance to Respiratory Therapy Program Program Typical Rotation: Summer (all) Typical Rotation: Spring (all) Additional Attributes: none Additional Attributes: none RET417: Pulmonary Rehabilitation RET408: Ventilator Management Credits: 1 Credits: 4 This course instructs the student in the principles of This course instructs the student in the management pulmonary rehabilitation. The student will learn the of life support systems. The physics associated with theory of caring for patients with chronic pulmonary gas flow into and out of the lungs, the classification of disease and techniques used to improve patient quality modes of ventilation and of ventilators, and discussion of life and exercise tolerance. Disease processes and of the use and care of several brands of mechanical coping mechanisms will be included. ventilators will be included. Prerequisites: Acceptance to Respiratory Therapy Prerequisites: Acceptance to Respiratory Therapy Program Program Typical Rotation: Summer (all) Typical Rotation: Spring (all) Additional Attributes: none Additional Attributes: none RET418: Sleep Medicine RET409: Advanced Ventilator Management Credits: 1

160 This course instructs the student in the science of sleep Prerequisites: Acceptance to Respiratory Therapy medicine. Normal sleep, the study of sleep, and the Program treatment of sleep ailments will be included. Typical Rotation: Summer (all) Prerequisites: Acceptance to Respiratory Therapy Additional Attributes: none Program Typical Rotation: Summer (all) RET436: Clinical Practice III Additional Attributes: none Credits: 2 Continuation of RET434. This course serves as the RET431: Clinical Theory I capstone experience for the major. P-PM-NC only. Credits: 1 Prerequisites: Acceptance to Respiratory Therapy This course consists of case study presentations, dis- Program cussions of selected medical publications and readings, Typical Rotation: Summer (all) and research papers. All other Clinical Theories are a Additional Attributes: none continuation of the above (i.e. II, III etc.). Prerequisites: Acceptance to Respiratory Therapy SOC130: Principles of Sociology Program Credits: 3 Typical Rotation: Fall (all) This course assists students in understanding their Additional Attributes: W Course relationships with society, social groups, structures, and processes, and the role of these relationships in RET432: Clinical Practice I individual development and fulfillment. Specific soci- Credits: 2 etal structures studied are class, ethnicity and gender In this course, students observe and perform all clini- categories; family, educational, political, economic, and cal aspects of respiratory therapy in the hospital. This religious institutions; collective behavior and social course continues and progresses throughout the year. movements. The course uses three major theoretical All other Clinical Practices are a continuation of the perspectives to view the individual in interaction with above (i.e. II and III); P-PM-NC only. other persons in the context of social institutions. Prerequisites: Acceptance to Respiratory Therapy Prerequisites: none Program Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) Typical Rotation: Fall (all) Additional Attributes: none Additional Attributes: none SOC212: Introduction to Human Services RET433: Clinical Theory II Credits: 3 Credits: 1 Introduction to Human Services offers a survey of the Continuation of RET431. major types of human services delivery systems, agen- Prerequisites: Acceptance to Respiratory Therapy cies, programs, and tasks, together with their historical Program roots, methodologies, objectives and likely develop- Typical Rotation: Spring (all) ments in the future. Additional Attributes: none Prerequisites: SOC130 or Instructor Permission Typical Rotation: Spring (all) RET434: Clinical Practice II Additional Attributes: none Credits: 2 Continuation of RET432. P-PM-NC only. SOC220: Minorities and Cultural Diversity Prerequisites: Acceptance to Respiratory Therapy SOC220H: Minorities and Cultural Diversity (Honors) Program Typical Rotation: Spring (all) Credits: 3 Additional Attributes: none SOC220 provides an analysis of the historical, social and moral dilemma of recognizing individual and RET435: Clinical Theory III group diversity in American society while trying to Credits: 1 define what it means to be “American,” with an empha- Continuation of RET433. sis on the relationships between identifiable minority

161 memberships and the “dominant” culture in American society and their consequences. SOC250: Social Issues in Literature Prerequisites: SOC130 or Instructor Permission Credits: 3 Typical Rotation: Spring (all) This course examines major contemporary social Additional Attributes: none issues such as racism, crime, addiction, sexual discrimination, environment, dysfunctional families, and con- SOC225: Sociology of Film sumerism. The course uses literary texts for the presen- Credits: 3 tation of the various issues and sociological analysis for This course fosters the capacity to apply one’s sociolog- the assessment of the problems involved and possible ical imagination to critically examine films with specif- solutions. The students learn to read and appraise a ic attention to aspects of social inequality. Students are literary text as a vehicle of social commentary and expected to watch and analyze various films in connec- become aware of the sociological theories related to the tion with reading relevant scholarship. commentary presented. Prerequisites: SOC130 or Instructor Permission Prerequisites: SOC130 or Instructor Permission Typical Rotation: Interterm (even) Typical Rotation: none Additional Attributes: none Additional Attributes: none

SOC300: Marriage and the Family SOC230: Sociology of Sports Credits: 3 Credits: 3 This course is a study of the family as an institution in This course offers a critical analysis of the role par- American society and its historical and socio-econom- ticipatory and spectator sports play in American life ic context, including; ethnic variations and social class through study of current data, writing and first-hand differences, gender issues and public policy concerns observation. and their effects on sexuality, premarital involvement, Prerequisites: SOC130 or Instructor Permission marriage, parenthood, family violence, divorce, and Typical Rotation: Interterm (odd) remarriage. Additional Attributes: none Prerequisites: SOC130 or Instructor Permission Typical Rotation: Every 3 semesters SOC240: Topics in Sociology Additional Attributes: none Credits: 3 This course is offered to students from any major and SOC342: Social Inequality includes introductory to intermediate-level topics that SOC342H: Social Inequality (Honors) may be currently emerging in the field of sociology or Credits: 3 of particular interest to students but are not currently This course examines society’s system of social in- included in regular course offerings. equality; its origins, causes and consequences for Prerequisites: SOC130 or Instructor Permission different economic and social classes; and trends and Typical Rotation: Interterm (even) their impact on social issues. Additional Attributes: none Prerequisites: SOC130 or Instructor Permission Typical Rotation: Fall (all) SOC245: Sociology of Childhood and Adolescence Additional Attributes: none Credits: 3 This course examines social issues related to children SOC370: Sociology of Addictions and adolescents by exploring the larger economic, Credits: 3 political, and social forces that influence these groups. This course offers an examination of the nature, causes, The major influences of socialization, as well as sys- dynamics, consequences, and treatments of addic- tems of stratification, are also explored through diverse tive behavior, including analysis of addictions in the readings and field trip opportunities. context of social institutions such as the family and Prerequisites: SOC130 or Instructor Permission schools and society in general. Typical Rotation: Every 3 semesters Prerequisites: SOC130, PSY120, or Instructor Permis- Additional Attributes: none sion

162 Typical Rotation: Interterm (odd) ducting, and analyzing their own research study. This Additional Attributes: none study will be presented as part of a university-wide research fair. The course will also focus on preparing SOC390: Gender and Society students for post-graduation employment or graduate Credits: 3 school. SOC390 provides an in-depth analysis of social prob- Prerequisites: SSC340 and Senior standing or Instruc- lems focusing on the gendered experiences within the tor Permission social and political world in which we live. Research Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) will be incorporated which examines how gender Additional Attributes: W Course inequality intersects with inequalities based on race, social class, sexual orientation, age, cultural differenc- SOC440: Seminar in Selected Topics es, and physical ability/disability. Students utilize a Credits: 3 text, outside reading, films, and outside speakers. This course is an upper-level topics course designed to Prerequisites: SOC130 or Instructor Permission focus on issues that may be currently emerging in the Typical Rotation: Fall (even) field of sociology or of particular interest to students Additional Attributes: none but are not currently included in regular course offerings. SOC414: Social Change Prerequisites: SOC130 or Instructor Permission Credits: 3 Typical Rotation: Spring (even) In this course, students learn to use their sociological Additional Attributes: none imagination to think critically about social problems by focusing on what can be done to help create positive SOC450: Independent Study social change. The role of micro and macro forces in Credits: 1 to 3 both the creation of the problem and potential change This course of study must be designed by the super- is explored. vising professor and student. An independent study Prerequisites: SOC130 or Instructor Permission request must document this intended course of study Typical Rotation: Every 3 semesters and be approved by Academic Affairs. Additional Attributes: none Prerequisites: Permission by application Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval SOC420: Social Theory Additional Attributes: none SOC420H: Social Theory (Honors) Credits: 3 SOC499: Sociology Internship In this course, students learn the critical thinking skills Credits: 1 to 3 appropriate to interpretation of literary texts by exam- Students are placed with on-site professionals who ining the trends in literary criticism and theory from manage their workload and oversee their performance, classical authors such as Plato and Aristotle to modern much like an employment setting. critical movements such as structuralism, Marxism, Prerequisites: SOC130 and Permission by Application feminism, deconstruction, and multiculturalism. Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval Students reach beyond mere fact gathering to analyti- Additional Attributes: none cal assessment of texts and critical writing about texts. Course is cross-listed as ENG380. SPD233: Technology - Methods & Materials in Special Prerequisites: SOC130 and Junior standing or Instruc- Education tor Permission Credits: 4 Typical Rotation: Fall (even) This course reviews K-12 instructional strategies that Additional Attributes: none meet the needs of all exceptional learners as identified by the Individualized Educational Plan (IEP). Upon SOC426: Advanced Social Research Methods completion, Candidates will be able to identify and Credits: 3 use specialized curriculum, equipment, materials and In this course, students will apply their knowledge of assistive technology. Candidates will have an under- data analysis and research methods by designing, con- standing of inclusion and the use of research-support-

163 ed strategies and practices that allow participation and didates will understand appropriate interventions and access to the general education curriculum including strategies so that students identified as SLI or SLD are strategies for maintenance and generalization. This able to benefit and learn from the entire education- course includes 10 hours of field-based experience. al experience, including both general education and Prerequisites: EDU204 and EDU296 remediation. Typical Rotation: Spring (all) Prerequisites: EDU296 and Sophomore standing Additional Attributes: none Typical Rotation: Fall (all) Additional Attributes: none SPD242: Collaboration and Inclusive Learning Envi- ronments SPD353: Assessment and Behavior Interventions Credits: 4 Credits: 4 This course will provide a comprehensive review of This course examines the components of successful the tools and techniques needed to develop inclusive behavior intervention programs as well as positive school environments for all students. The pre-candi- behavior supports for students with challenging behav- date will examine the aspects of developing collabora- iors. Instructional strategies, classroom environments, tive teams and collaborative environments to enhance and legal implications for serving challenging students the learning of an increasingly diverse student popu- will be studied. A 15-hour field-based experience is a lation. There are 15 hours of field-based experience in requirement in this course. this course. Prerequisites: SPD233, SPD365, Junior standing, and Prerequisites: EDU204 and EDU296 acceptance into Midland Teacher Education program Typical Rotation: Fall (all) Typical Rotation: Fall (all) Additional Attributes: none Additional Attributes: none

SPD247: Early Childhood Special Education SPD354: Elementary K-6 Practicum Credits: 3 Credits: 1 This course provides an overview of all aspects of This course provides 45 hours of field experience in Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE). Upon Special Education at the elementary level. Candidates completion of this course, candidates will be able to: will select from a variety of assignments a project of 1) demonstrate knowledge of legal requirements/time- interest related to their practicum. lines/services for special education 2) demonstrate Prerequisites: SPD233, SPD247, Junior Standing and knowledge of appropriate assessment measures, in- acceptance into Midland Teacher Education program tervention strategies, and curricular programming 3) Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval demonstrate skills to build positive relationships with Additional Attributes: none parents while using coaching techniques 4) understand the various disability categories in ECSE. Candidates SPD355: Lifelong Planning for Exceptional Learners will be able to use what they learn to create positive Credits: 3 outcomes for all young children knowing that children This course examines the development and design of with special needs are more like than unlike children programs for lifelong learning for students with mild, who do not have special needs. Course is cross-listed moderate, and severe disabilities. Candidates will know as ECE247. how to sequence, implement, and evaluate instruc- Prerequisites: EDU296 tional and life goals with the student and family. The Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Interterm (all) candidate will understand the role responsibilities and Additional Attributes: none legal requirements in planning transition to adulthood, which includes employment, community participation, SPD252: Speech Language Impairment and Learning and independent living. Disabilities Prerequisites: SPD233, SPD365, Junior standing, and Credits: 3 acceptance into Midland Teacher Education program This course provides in-depth study of development Typical Rotation: Spring (all) of speech language impairment and specific learning Additional Attributes: none disabilities. At the completion of this course, pre-can-

164 SPD356: K-6 Special Education Practicum Typical Rotation: Fall (all) Credits: 1 Additional Attributes: none This course provides 45 hours of field experience in Special Education at the elementary level. Candidates SPD368: Verification of Children with Disabilities will select from a variety of assignments a project of SPD368H: Verification of Children with Disabilities interest related to their practicum. (Honors) Prerequisites: ECE386, ECE386A, SPD233, SPD247, Credits: 3 Junior Standing and acceptance into Midland Teacher This course comprehensively examines the needs of all Education program students on the autism spectrum. Upon completion of Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval this course, the candidate will understand the instruc- Additional Attributes: none tional needs pertinent to emotional and cognitive development and appropriate strategies. Additionally, SPD357: 7-12 Special Education Practicum the social needs of autistic students and appropriate in- Credits: 1 terventions for addressing those needs will be studied. This course provides 45 hours of field experience in Prerequisites: EDU296 and acceptance into Midland Special Education at the secondary level. Candidates Teacher Education program will select from a variety of assignments a project of Typical Rotation: Fall (all) interest related to their practicum. Additional Attributes: none Prerequisites: EDU260, SPD233, Junior standing, and acceptance into Midland Teacher Education program SPD420: Clinical Experience-Special Education K-6 Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval Credits: 7 Additional Attributes: none This experience provides a 10 week supervised, full- time teaching within a selected special education SPD358: Legal Issues and Program Development elementary setting. Upon completion of this experi- Credits: 3 ence Candidates will be able to demonstrate proficien- This course reviews legal issues pertinent to special cy of subject matter, develop curriculum plans, use educations and implications for program development. classroom management techniques, select appropriate Candidates will examine legal case studies that have instructional methods to meet learner needs, provide set the tone for implementation of special education quality instruction to all students including those with mandates and services. Careful study of federal and special needs, evaluate learner progress, utilize educa- state requirements will be included. tional technology, and establish cooperative relation- Prerequisites: SPD233, Junior standing, and accep- ships with colleagues. Candidates will receive written tance into Midland Teacher Education program and oral feedback from the Cooperating Teacher, and Typical Rotation: Spring (all) respond to periodic evaluations by the Midland Super- Additional Attributes: none visor. Satisfactory participation in Clinical Experience seminar scheduled by the department is required. SPD365: Multi-Disciplinary Process and IEP Develop- Students engage directly in critical thinking activities ment related to the teaching/learning process. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: Meet all requirements previously stated This course will study the special education evaluation in the catalog process from referral to placement. The candidate will Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval examine state and federal requirements for the pro- Additional Attributes: none cess, timelines, MDT participation, and structures for all disability categories. The IEP development process SPD430: Clinical Experience-Special Education 7-12 will also be examined. All aspects of a quality IEP will Credits: 7 be studied in order to guarantee a free and appropri- This experience provides a 10 week supervised, full- ate education in the least restrictive environment for time teaching within a selected special education students with disabilities. secondary setting. Upon completion of this experience Prerequisites: SPD233 and acceptance into Midland Candidates will be able to demonstrate proficiency of Teacher Education program subject matter, develop curriculum plans, use class-

165 room management techniques, select appropriate discussion and interpersonal communication. Specific instructional methods to meet learner needs, provide topics may include: ethical decision-making, research quality instruction to all students including those with techniques, critical listening, visual aid presentation, special needs, evaluate learner progress, utilize educa- nonverbal communication, organization, and delivery. tional technology, and establish cooperative relation- Prerequisites: none ships with colleagues. Candidates will receive written Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) and oral feedback from the Cooperating Teacher, and Additional Attributes: Oral Communication respond to periodic evaluations by the Midland Super- visor. Satisfactory participation in Clinical Experience SPE210: Interpersonal Communication seminar scheduled by the department is required. Credits: 3 Students engage directly in critical thinking activities This course engages the student in the study and de- related to the teaching/learning process. velopment of communication skills impacting upon Prerequisites: Meet all requirements previously stated interpersonal relationships. Students work with the- in the catalog ories and practical application of interactive didactic Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval communication concepts. Specific topics may include Additional Attributes: none critical and empathic listening, research techniques, conflict styles, emotional relationships, psychogeo- SPD436: Clinical Experience-Special Education K-12 metrics, self-perception, proximity, ethical interaction, Credits: 14 gender roles, non-verbal cues, and diversity issues. This experience provides 16-20 weeks of full-time Prerequisites: none K-12 supervised teaching dependent upon endorse- Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) ments sought, Upon completion of this experience Additional Attributes: Oral Communication Candidates will be able to demonstrate proficiency of subject matter, develop curriculum plans, use class- SPE250: Group Communication room management techniques, select appropriate Credits: 3 instructional methods to meet learner needs, provide This course engages the student in the study and devel- quality instruction to all students including those with opment of communication skills impacting upon the special needs, evaluate learner progress, utilize educa- dynamics of group interaction and communication. tional technology, and establish cooperative relation- Students work with theories and practical application ships with colleagues. Candidates will receive written of interactive group communication concepts. Spe- and oral feedback from the Cooperating Teacher, and cific topics may include informational and problem respond to periodic evaluations by the Midland Super- solving groups, research techniques, group leadership visor. Satisfactory participation in Clinical Experience structures, role emergence and evaluation, ethics, seminar scheduled by the department is required. cohesiveness/satisfaction, consensus decision making, Students engage directly in critical thinking activities conflict management, diversity issues, and productivity related to the teaching/learning process. enhancement. Prerequisites: Meet all requirements previously stated Prerequisites: none in the catalog Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval Additional Attributes: Oral Communication Additional Attributes: none SSC201: Contemporary Issues in Public Health SPE110: Fundamentals of Oral Communication Credits: 3 SPE110H: Fundamentals of Oral Communication This course is a study and analysis of economic, social, (Honors) political, and ethical factors that address the manage- Credits: 3 ment of human, technological, and financial resources This course introduces students to basic oral commu- for health service delivery in public, private and volun- nication theories and practices. Students gain ap- tary systems. Emphasis is placed on historical develop- preciation of, and confidence in, effective oral com- ment of health care delivery, past and current reform munication. Students apply critical thinking skills in issues in the United States. Included in the course are the development of projects in public address, group methodologies utilized to prevent disease, prolong life,

166 and promote the health of populations. The course ethics of research. Students learn the precess of sec- will address local, national, and global ecological and ondary data analysis through hands-on experience and environmental issues related to health. The course will construct a coherent research proposal that follows the utilize information technology (informatics) in man- APA-formatted guidelines. aging health systems. Prerequisites: SSC330 and Junior standing Prerequisites: none Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) Typical Rotation: Fall (all) Additional Attributes: none Additional Attributes: none THE100: Introduction to Theatre SSC302: Social Aspects of Aging Credits: 3 Credits: 3 This course is the first block - the foundation for all This course will review the sensory, perceptual, intel- theatre classes. It is designed as a survey course that lectual, and personality changes that occur in older touches on theatre personnel, theatre history, direct- people. In addition, demographic trends and the aging ing, acting, and script analysis. Dramatic literature will population in America, the social construction of life be a large portion of what a student explores. stages and the creation of “old age,” cultural labeling Prerequisites: none and human resistance to aging will be discussed. Cul- Typical Rotation: Fall (all) tural diversity in aging will be addressed. Content will Additional Attributes: Category A address social support, mental health, as well as death, dying and bereavement. Common adjustment con- THE111: Theatre Technology cerns will be discussed from a variety of perspectives. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: none This course is designed to be a practical, hands-on Typical Rotation: Spring (all) experience, where students learn the fundamentals of Additional Attributes: none stagecraft, stage lighting, and sound. Students will help to construct sets, work with sound and lighting equip- SSC330: Social Science Statistics ment for productions, and learn some of the newest Credits: 3 techniques used in theatre. This course is a survey of the basics of social statis- Prerequisites: none tics—techniques that criminologists, psychologists, Typical Rotation: Spring (odd) sociologists and other social scientists use to summa- Additional Attributes: Category A rize numeric data obtained from censuses, government data sets, and experiments. The topics include frequen- THE115: Costume and Makeup Design cy distribution, central tendency, variability, probabil- Credits: 3 ity theory, and estimation. Students will learn how to This course serves as a foundation for theatrical cos- test hypotheses for group differences in means (z test, tuming and makeup design. Students will learn about t test), for association between two variables (correla- the historical significance of costuming and makeup tion, chi-square test), and for the basics of regression practices, the techniques involved in constructing analysis. costumes and in applying makeup, design practices, Prerequisites: Sophomore standing and how they contribute to the overall theatrical effect. Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) Practical applications (sewing costumes, serving on Additional Attributes: none costume crews, designing and applying makeup to actors in production) will be part of the requirements SSC340: Social Science Research Methods of this course. Credits: 3 Prerequisites: none This course presents social science research as a crit- Typical Rotation: Spring (even) ical thinking process. Students are introduced to the Additional Attributes: Category A research methods of human behavior, including literature review, experimental and correlational design, THE200: Theatre Management qualitative and quantitative approaches, collection of Credits: 3 data, analysis of results, APA writing style, and the This course will give an in-depth understanding and

167 experience in different management systems involved pects: performing leading, featured , or ensemble roles; in theatre. This course will cover Stage Management, directing; producing; musical directing; pit orchestra Box Office Management, House Management, and directing; playing in a pit orchestra ensemble; accom- Event Production. panying; choreographing; acting as dance captain; or Prerequisites: none assisting in any of these areas. This course includes a Typical Rotation: Fall (even) practical and an instructional component. Additional Attributes: none Prerequisites: none Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) THE202: Fundamentals of Acting Additional Attributes: Category A Credits: 3 This course focuses on building the foundation for be- THE290: Directing I ginning actors. Students will learn techniques through Credits: 3 improvisation, theatre games and exercises, texts, and Students in this course will learn the collaborative art performances of monologues and short scenes. of directing live theatrical productions. They will learn Prerequisites: none fundamental techniques and will discuss different Typical Rotation: Spring (all) philosophies concerning theatre productions of mod- Additional Attributes: Category A ern times. Students will direct scenes and short plays, as well as critiquing and evaluating others’ direction. THE260: Musical Prerequisites: THE100 and THE202 Credits: 3 Typical Rotation: Fall (even) This course provides hands-on experience in musical Additional Attributes: none theatre production. All students will have the opportunity to participate in two or more of the following cate- THE302: Acting II gories: Onstage artists such as actors, singers, dancers; Credits: 3 production artists such as designers, accompanists, This course will explore further the foundations of choreographers, directors (musical, staging, technical), acting learned in THE202: Fundamentals of Acting. stage manager; offstage artists such as musicians, cos- Students will study theatre arts through a combination tumers, prop and set managers, lights/ sound/ make- of readings, lectures, and hands-on work. Students will up/ FX technicians, and other crews. explore different periods and genres of acting. Prerequisites: none Prerequisites: THE202 Typical Rotation: Interterm (all) Typical Rotation: Spring (even) Additional Attributes: Category A Additional Attributes: none

THE270: Theatre Practicum-Technical Theatre THE310: Theatre History I Credits: 1 Credits: 3 Technical Practicum is a hands-on course where This course is a general history of theatre/drama and students get credit for working on the technical end the relationship to the other fine arts and humanistic of arts projects including set building, lighting, sound, studies in western civilization. Theatre History I will costumes, makeup, props, and other backstage experi- begin with ancient Greek theatre, theatre of the Roman ences. This course includes a practical and an instruc- Empire, Medieval Theatre, Italian Renaissance, and tional component. Elizabethan Theatre and then will examine the path to Prerequisites: none contemporary theatre. Typical Rotation: Fall (all) and Spring (all) Prerequisites: none Additional Attributes: Category A Typical Rotation: Fall (even) Additional Attributes: none THE271: Theatre Practicum-Performance Credits: 1 THE320: Theatre History II Theatre Practicum Performance is a hands-on course Credits: 3 where students get credit for working on the perfor- This course is a general history of theatre/drama and mance end of arts projects including the following as- the relationship to the other fine arts and humanistic

168 studies in western civilization. Theatre History II will THE450: Theatre Independent Study review the beginnings of Western Theatre and then Credits: 3 will study the Theatre of France and Spain 1500-1700, This course of study must be designed by the super- the European Theatre in the 19th Century, and the vising professor and student. An independent study Theatre Movements of Russia, Germany, and the Unit- request must document this intended course of study ed States into the 20th Century. Finally, it will explore and be approved by Academic Affairs. contemporary global theatre practices. Prerequisites: Permission by application Prerequisites: THE100 and THE310 Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval Typical Rotation: Spring (odd) Additional Attributes: none Additional Attributes: none THE490: Theatre Capstone THE390: Directing II Credits: 3 Credits: 3 This course is designed for our upperclassmen students This course is designed to build upon the foundations to work in the performing arts industry and/or create a laid in THE290: Directing I. Students will delve into project that will serve as a culminating project in their increasingly challenging genres of theatre, using new focus area. tools to meet the demands of any script. Prerequisites: none Prerequisites: THE290 Typical Rotation: none Typical Rotation: Spring (even) Additional Attributes: none Additional Attributes: none THE499: Theatre Internship THE394: Secondary Methods of Teaching Speech and Credits: 3 Theatre This course is designed for our upperclassmen students Credits: 1 to explore the real work of theatre performance or This course is designed to help the student develop a technical arts through an internship. Students will gain philosophical basis and a set of strategies for teach- practical work experience under professional super- ing theatre in the secondary school by studying the vision and guidance. Each experience will be built characteristics of master teachers; by understanding around the students and their individual skills and the history and foundations of theatre; by learning to interests. apply the principles of acting, directing, managing, Prerequisites: Junior standing and Permission by and designing; by growing in knowledge of efficient Application rehearsal techniques; by understanding the role that Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval performance plays in theatre education; by learning Additional Attributes: none to create a positive environment for learning; and by understanding how to effectively communicate with YFM100: Introduction to Youth and Family Ministry administrators, parents, and colleagues. Additional Credits: 3 time will be spent researching the many publications, This weekly seminar is designed to familiarize students support organizations, and other resources available to with the various areas of study that constitute the ma- secondary theatre educators. jor and to give the students experience with possible Prerequisites: THE100 employment opportunities in Youth and Family Min- Typical Rotation: Fall (odd) istry. Guest speakers from a wide variety of Nebraska Additional Attributes: none ministry situations will inform the students, introduce them to the structure of the ELCA , and offer ecumen- THE440: Seminar in Selected Topics in Theatre ical experiences. By the end of the course, students Credits: 3 should understand the structure and purpose of the This course is designed to change topics each semester. major, be familiar with a variety of professional min- Prerequisites: none istry settings, and have engaged in thoughtful, critical Typical Rotation: none reflection on the nature of ministry. Additional Attributes: none Prerequisites: none Typical Rotation: Spring (even)

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YFM420: Senior Seminar in Youth and Family Minis- try Credits: 3 This senior capstone seminar will take place in conjunction with an internship. Students will meet weekly to define an area of research that emerges from their ministry setting, do supportive research to examine their real-world experience in light of current theories and concepts, and present their findings in a formal paper with oral defense. The capstone seminar allows students to synthesize what they have learned during their college experience and to connect that learning with empirical ministry settings. Prerequisites: YFM100 and at least junior standing Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval Additional Attributes: W Course

YFM499: Youth and Family Ministry Internship Credits: 1 to 3 Students are placed with on-site professionals who manage their workload and oversee their performance, much like an employment setting. Prerequisites: Permission by Application Typical Rotation: Upon request and approval Additional Attributes: none

170 Key Administration and Staff Stephen Zimmer Advisor, Center for Graduate and Professional Studies Contacts Finance Jody Horner Jodi Benjamin President Vice President for Finance and Administration

Jessica Janssen Casey Koch Vice President for Institutional Advancement Executive Director of Finance and Facilities Planning

Caryl Johannsen Sherry Koehler Director of Human Resources Assistant Controller

Jessica Knoell Kristi Schafersman HR Generalist Accounts Payable/Student Billing Assistant

Admissions Denise Pratt Eliza Ferzely Controller Vice President for Enrollment Management and Market- ing Diane Swanson Director of Student Billing Matt Bojanksi Director of Admissions Financial Aid Doug Watson Malachi Koop Director of Financial Aid and Express Services Director of Marketing and Communications Lisa Hughes Kyle Peacock Financial Aid Counselor Assistant Director of Admissions Brooke Lingren Athletics Financial Aid Counselor Dave Gillespie Athletic Director Information Technology Shane Perrien Jeff Braun Chief Information Officer Sports Information Director/Assistant Athletic Director David McDonald Bode Hill System Administrator Associate Athletic Director David Millar Center for Graduate and Professional Studies Help Desk/Project Manager Elizabeth Churchich Director, Center for Graduate and Professional Studies Alan Shovan Systems Analyst Danielle Richter Director of Marketing and Recruiting Bipin Shrestha Computer Support Analyst Jessica Richardson Advisor, Center for Graduate and Professional Studies Performing Arts Rex Barker

171 Director of Instrumental Activities Program

Dan Hays Jamie Meints Director of Theater Activities Student Success Advisor

Kathy Hays Jennifer Sayker Director of Arts Student Achievement Student Success Advisor

Bill Kirby Tiffany Sellentin Performing Arts Technical Director Student Success Advisor

Jim Logue Rachel Wachter Director of Vocal Music Activities Student Success Advisor

Catherine Sodawasser Assistant Music Director

Kyle Thomas Assistant Director of Performing Arts

Student Affairs: Residence Life, Student Develop- *As of May 2018 - See www.midlandu.edu for a com- ment plete listing of staff and contact information Merritt Nelson Vice President for Student Affairs Title IX Compliance

Kris Dvorak Director of Student and Resident Services

Leaha Hammer Director of Student Counseling and ADA Coordination

Andrea Swett Assistant Director of Student Life

Rev. Brandon Van Marel Director of Campus Ministries

Student Success Center Lori Ethier Director of Student Success Center

Logan Faller Student Success Advisor

Keith Kramme Student Success Advisor, Director of Athletic Compliance

Dr. Janet Lack Student Success Advisor, Coordinator of the Bridge

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