Maymester Courses
Registration requests will be taken starting March 5, 2024.
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Registration requests will be taken starting March 5, 2024.
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An introduction to all sides of the advertising field and to the process, quantitative, strategic and aesthetic, by which the sales message is planned, produced and delivered. This is the first advertising course for advertising majors and must be taken as a pre-requisite for other courses in the sequence.
CRN: 51960 | Section: May | Credit Hours: 3 | Instructor: Catherine Mezera | GEF: 4 | GEC: N/A
Essentials of human evolution and prehistory with a concentration on the varieties of languages and cultures found among peoples of the world.
CRN: 51053 | Section: May | Credit Hours: 3 | Instructor: Douglas Sahady | GEF: 7 | GEC: 8,9
ANTH 105 SyllabusIntroduction to the study of art history from prehistory to the present in which major landmarks of world art and architecture are considered as aesthetic objects, cultural documents and within their socio-historical contexts.
The following majors are not permitted to register for this course: Interactive Design for Media, Game Design and Interact Media, Technical Art History, Art Therapy, Art and Design, Art History, Art Education, and Art History minor.
CRN: 51018 | Section: May | Credit Hours: 3 | Instructor: Katherine Inge | GEF: 6 | GEC: 3,5
Explores the physical, psychological, and cognitive developmental changes of individuals who are functioning in family systems that change across the life-span.
CRN: 51032 | Section: May | Credit Hours: 3 | Instructor: Amy Root | GEF: 4 | GEC: 4
Basic course intended to develop a perspective about the nature of social processes and the structure of society.
CRN: 51844 | Section: May | Credit Hours: 3 | Instructor: Lacey Sawyers | GEF: 4 | GEC: 7
Introduction of terminology, descriptions, and explanations of the parental role and parent-child interactions. Emphasis on social and personal definitions of the parental role and on the problems and changes in parent-child relationships.
CRN: 51845 | Section: May | Credit Hours: 3 | Instructor: Kimberly Floyd | GEF: N/A | GEC: N/A
Embraces a genre approach to the motion picture as film in terms of communication principles and concepts as well as historical, aesthetic, and technical principles. Emphasizes feature-length films with a specific genre approach each semester.
No FR
CRN: 51056 / 51027 | Section: May | Credit Hours: 3 | Instructor: Christy Kunkle / John Cole | GEF: 6 | GEC: 3,5
Introductory course offered to engineering students to strengthen their spatial thinking skills. These 3D visualization skills are beneficial for future engineering classes. Topics Include: isometric drawing, orthographic projections, 3D object rotations, flat pattern developments, and surfaces and solids of revolution.
CRN: 51969 | Section: May | Credit Hours: 1 | Instructor: Lizzie Santiago | GEF: N/A | GEC: N/A
Examines human use of forest resources in America from pre-Colombian times to present. Exploration of factors that impact the use of wood products.
CRN: 51371 | Section: May | Credit Hours: 3 | Instructor: Gloria Oporto Velasquez | GEF: 5 | GEC: 2C,3
FRNS 100 SyllabusFolk medicine (herbalism) is surging as people move away from industrially processed foods toward more traditional plant-based diets, have less access to medical care, or want to be more self-sufficient and learn simple preventative home remedies. This course provides a basic understanding of Appalachian folk-medicine by exploring accessible, sustainable, responsible, and safe ways of using common plants to support well-being.
CRN: 51372 | Section: May | Credit Hours: 3 | Instructor: Heather Wetzel | GEF: N/A | GEC: N/A
FRNS 150 SyllabusExamines twentieth century American culture, politics, and society through film. It explores the relationship between film and history using films as primary sources for understanding the past.
CRN: 51955 | Section: May | Credit Hours: 3 | Instructor: Abbi Smithmyer | GEF: 6 | GEC: N/A
Exploration on a global basis of interactions of man and environment as reflected in food production systems. Relation of food supply and use in development or maintenance of social and political institutions.
CRN: 51959 | Section: May | Credit Hours: 3 | Instructor: Jacek Jaczynski | GEF: 4 | GEC: 4,8
HN&F 126 SyllabusIntroduction to Nutrition 171 is the first level nutrition course for students in the general university population and for those majoring in dietetics and nursing. Emphasis is on “normal” nutrition and is organized around nutrients, their functions, their availability in the American diet, and the amounts of nutrients essential for optimal health. Consideration is given to nutritional topics of current interest and concern.
CRN: 51024 / 52225 | Section: May | Credit Hours: 3 | Instructor: Kelli George / Annette Freshour | GEF: 2A | GEC: 2C,4
An introductory study of quantitative and reasoning skills needed for success in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
CRN: 51028 | Section: May | Credit Hours: 2 | Instructor: Joelleen Bidwell | GEF: N/A | GEC: N/A
Introductory course designed to develop an appreciation and understanding of the significance of music and to help the student develop intelligent listening habits.
CRN: 51019 | Section: May | Credit Hours: 3 | Instructor: Rebecca Kreider | GEF: 6 | GEC: 4,5
Examination of music from various cultures (e.g. Native America, South India, Japan, Africa) within their cultural contexts.
CRN: 51020 | Section: May | Credit Hours: 3 | Instructor: Adam Osmianski | GEF: 7 | GEC: 5,9
Provide guidance and clarity to students that are unsure about a major and career. Course addresses first time freshman undecided and those students that discover that their initial major or career choice does not match their personal and professional aspirations. Students will be guided through a formal assessment of their personal characteristics, consider possible career choices and identify associated majors.
No JR, SR, Grads
CRN: 51021 | Section: May | Credit Hours: 1 | Instructor: Danica Ryan | GEF: N/A | GEC: N/A
Provide students with information and resources necessary to begin building a strong foundation toward "Career Readiness" and an understanding of the importance of developing a comprehensive career plan. Students will be introduced to the advantages of developing an effective resume and associated career documents and the importance of beginning to define their career goals.
No SR, Grads
CRN: 51034 | Section: May | Credit Hours: 1 | Instructor: Brittany Gillespie | GEF: N/A | GEC: N/A
(May be repeated for a maximum of 2 credit hours). This course introduces the student to walking for health and fitness. Students will use a fitness tracker and report physical activity to meet progressive, weekly activity goals.
Due to ongoing distribution challenges with our previous supplier, we will not use MovBand devices exclusively for tracking physical activity in our courses. Students may use any fitness tracking device of their choice that meets our course requirements, effective immediately.
CRN: 52149 / 51113 / 51036 | Credit Hours: 1 | Instructor: Jared Lewellen / Lauren Machamer | GEF: N/A | GEC: N/A
(May be repeated for a maximum of 2 credit hours). This course introduces the student to basic yoga techniques that can be practiced as a way of developing a wide variety of sports. Students will use a fitness tracker and report physical activity to meet progressive, weekly activity goals.
Due to ongoing distribution challenges with our previous supplier, we will not use MovBand devices exclusively for tracking physical activity in our courses. Students may use any fitness tracking device of their choice that meets our course requirements, effective immediately.
CRN: 51037 | Credit Hours: 1 | Instructor: Sarah Sadler | GEF: N/A | GEC: N/A
Basic concepts associated with the development and maintenance of physical activity. Exposure to local fitness opportunities. Engagement in health-promoting and wellness activities. Awareness and responsibility for the maintenance of health and physical well-being through physical activity. Students will use a fitness tracker and report physical activity to meet progressive, weekly activity goals.
Due to ongoing distribution challenges with our previous supplier, we will not use MovBand devices exclusively for tracking physical activity in our courses. Students may use any fitness tracking device of their choice that meets our course requirements, effective immediately.
CRN: 51039 / 51040 / 51038 | Credit Hours: 2 | Instructor: Joshua Gibson / Leanne Watson / Jordan Rademacher | GEF: N/A | GEC: N/A
An examination of current moral problems. Topics include some of the following: abortion, euthanasia, sexism and sexual equality, preferential treatment, animal rights, sexual morality, pornography, economic justice, paternalism, punishment, and nuclear deterrence.
CRN: 51921 | Section: May | Credit Hours: 3 | Instructor: Megan Hungerman | GEF: 5 | GEC: 4,6
This course will provide students with an overview of the principles and practice of public and community health. Students will learn about the history, core function and essential services of public health, as well as engage in discussions about current public health events and issues.
CRN: 51891 | Section: May | Credit Hours: 3 | Instructor: Audra Hamrick | GEF: 4 | GEC: N/A
PUBH 101 SyllabusThis course explores five of the most widely practiced world religions; Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, and Buddhism. Students are introduced to the history and basic tenets of each faith.
CRN: 51030 | Section: May | Credit Hours: 3 | Instructor: Joseph Snow | GEF: 7 | GEC: 3,9
Basic course intended to develop a perspective about the nature of social processes and the structure of society.
CRN: 51031 | Section: May | Credit Hours: 3 | Instructor: Daniel Brewster | GEF: 4 | GEC: 4,7
Through viewing popular Hollywood films, we will analyze femininity across the life span. Critical thinking and cultural analysis will be practiced as we study heroines, working girls, motherhood, brides, cheerleaders, and old women on screen.
CRN: 51478 / 51322 | Section: May | Credit Hours: 3 | Instructor: Matthew Carter | GEF: 6 | GEC: 4,7
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