AUGUST COURSES ARE POSTED IN FEBRUARY.
ANTHROPOLOGY
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ART
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Understanding Comics
ARTC 4923 850
3 credits/Letter graded
Robert Dohrmann
Aug.4-22
online course
Class limited to 26
We will look critically and theoretically at the graphic novel. Using Scott McCloud's text, Understanding Comics as a conceptual basis, the instructor will generate specific questions to create an online discussion community. We will discuss a variety of things in this class, such as how the comic book form delivers its content to the cultural significance of the art form itself.
Prerequisite: Junior standing or permission
PLEASE NOTE: Online course: Students must contact the instructor for instructions. (bobd@ou.edu)
Creative Space: Creativity in Relation to the Studio and Workplace
ARTH 4973 850
3 credits/Letter graded
Joan Phillips
Aug.4-22
online course
This online class will address the variables involved in engaging in work of a creative nature whether it be art therapy, writing, art, business/entrepeneurship, etc. A thorough study of the work of Csikszentmihalyi will precede work in applying the theory of creativity he proposes to the studio, therapy space and workplace. Students will be challenged to apply information from a variety of readings in the area of creative space, studios, artistic expression and creative blocks.
Prerequisite: 3403 or 3503, not for Art History Majors
PLEASE NOTE: Online course: Students must contact the instructor for instructions. (joanphillips@ou.edu)
ARCHITECTURE
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Middle Eastern Architecture
ARCH 4183 850
(Core Area IV:Humanities-Non-Western Culture)
3 credits/Letter graded
Khosrow Bozorgi
Aug.4-22 M-F
9:00am-12:30pm
MFPH 3030
Survey of Middle Eastern Architecture and the impact architects and architecture from this time and region had upon the advancement of environmental/urban design throughout the rest of history.
Prerequisite: Junior standing or permission
BOTANY
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Ecology and Environmental Quality
BOT 2404 850
(Core Area II:Natural Science-Lab)
4 credits/Letter graded
Linda Wallace
Aug.4-22 M-F
8:00am-2:40pm
GLCH 40
Lab fee $35
Class limited to 20
Study of ecological principles and their applications to human systems, study of population, air polution, water polution, energy issues, etc. Laboratory exercises focus on learning scientific methods of measurement of environmental quality factors. Laboratory
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing or permission
PLEASE NOTE: Pre-class assignment: Students must contact the instructor for instructions. (lwallace@ou.edu)
CLASSICAL
CULTURE
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Ancient Drama in English Translation
CL C 3123 850
(Core Area IV:Humanities-Western Civilization and Culture)
3 credits/Letter graded
Stephen Wagner
Aug.4-22 M-F
9:00am-12:25pm
MFPH 3020
In ancient Athens, Greek tragedy addressed themes central to the city's citizens. Its attraction remains enduring, however, because it continues to address perennial problems of human existence. In this course we will read several tragedies of Aeschylus, Sophocles and Euripides in their literary and historical context, placing particular emphasis on the character of the tragic hero, the decisions he or she is forced to make, and the consequences of those actions. We will also examine the broader issues of human nature, mankind's relationship with the gods, the roles of fate and justice, and the resulting human condition.
Prerequisite: Junior standing or permission
PLEASE NOTE: Pre-class assignment: read "Aeschylus: Agamemnon." Contact instructor: swagner@ou.edu
Ancient Drama in English Translation
CL C 3123 851
(Core Area IV:Humanities-Western Civilization and Culture)
3 credits/Letter graded
Stephen Wagner
Aug.4-22 M-F
1:30-4:55pm
MFPH 2010
In ancient Athens, Greek tragedy addressed themes central to the city's citizens. Its attraction remains enduring, however, because it continues to address perennial problems of human existence. In this course we will read several tragedies of Aeschylus, Sophocles and Euripides in their literary and historical context, placing particular emphasis on the character of the tragic hero, the decisions he or she is forced to make, and the consequences of those actions. We will also examine the broader issues of human nature, mankind's relationship with the gods, the roles of fate and justice, and the resulting human condition.
Prerequisite: Junior standing or permission
PLEASE NOTE: Pre-class assignment: read "Aeschylus: Agamemnon." Contact instructor: swagner@ou.edu
Women in Ancient Greece
CL C 3713 850
(Core Area IV:Humanities-Western Civilization and Culture)
3 credits/Letter graded
Cheryl Walker-Esbaugh
Aug.4-22 M-F
10:00am-1:25pm
MFPH 2020
Survey of the roles of women in ancient Greece from the Bronze Age through the Hellenistic Period. Primary and secondary sources are utilized to provide students with both a literary and historical perspective of women in this time frame.
Prerequisite: Junior standing or permission
COMMUNICATION
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Principles of Communication
COMM 1113 850
(Core Area I:Symbolic & Oral Communication-Other)
3 credits/Letter graded
Kimberly Potts
Aug.4-22
11:30am-2:55pm
BURT 205
Service Charge $35
Introductory study of human communication emphasizing both theoretic understanding of the process as well as skillful application of communication principles and techniques within a variety of settings.
Prerequisite: None
Public Speaking
COMM 2613 850
(Core Area I:Symbolic & Oral Communication-Other)
3 credits/Letter graded
Nicole Ploeger
Aug.4-7,10-19 M-F
9:00am-1:00pm
BURT 210
Service Charge $35
Develops skill in the composition and delivery of speeches suitable for various common speech situations and criteria for judging speeches heard or read. Topics included: Nature of public speaking, choosing and presenting a topic, analyzing an audience, organizing and outlining.
Prerequisite: None
DANCE
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DRAMA
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ECONOMICS
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Principles of Macroeconomics
ECON 1113 850
(Core Area III:Social Science)
3 credits/Letter graded
Norman Maynard
Aug.4-22 M-F
1:00-4:25pm
PHSC 225
The functioning and current problems of the aggregate economy: determination and analysis of national income, employment, inflation and stabilization; money and banking; monetary and fiscal policy; and aspects of international interdependence.
Prerequisite: MATH 0123 at OU or satisfactory score on the math placement exam
Principles of Microeconomics
ECON 1123 850
(Core Area III:Social Science)
3 credits/Letter graded
Yin Zhou
Aug.4-22 M-F
10:00am-1:25pm
PHSC 356
Topics for discussion will be goals, incentives and allocation of resources resulting from economic behavior with applications and illustrations from current issues: operation of markets for goods, services and factors of production; the behavior of firms and industries in different types of competition and income distribution.
Prerequisite: MATH 0123 at OU or satisfactory score on the math placement exam
EDUCATION
Productivity Tools for Education
EIPT 3011 850
1 credit/SU graded
Theresa Cullen
Aug.17-21 M-F
2:00-5:10pm
SCI 104
Operation in both Mac and Windows environments. Use of word processing, database, spreadsheet, and telecommunications software to solve educational information, communications, and management problems.
Prerequisite: None
FILM & VIDEO STUDIES
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FRENCH
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GEOGRAPHY
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GEOLOGY
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Volcanoes and Earthquakes
GEOL 1003 850
(Core Area II:Natural Science)
3 credits/Letter graded
Barry Weaver
Aug.4-22
online course
Service Charge $25
A course for non-science majors dealing with the origins, processes, power, and destruction of volcanoes and earthquakes. Along the way, basic principles of geology and the unifying theory of plate tectonics are covered. This is an online course; other than the orientation meeting, there are no scheduled meetings. This course is ideal for the self-motivated student who needs three hours of general education (non-lab) natural science, but can't fit such a class into their schedule. You will be expected to cover the material on your own and ask questions via email, chat sessions, and office visits.
Prerequisite: High school Chemistry and Algebra or permission
PLEASE NOTE: Online course: Students must notify the instructor, and must visit http://vei.ou.edu/index_intersession.htm before the course begins for announcements regarding the course. . ( Barry Weaver bweaver@ou.edu)
HEALTH AND EXERCISE SCIENCES
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Personal Health
HES 2913 850
3 credits/Letter graded
Melissa Coniglio
Aug.4-22
online course
Service Charge $15
Emphasizes the health knowledge and practices needed for effective living. The course has a holistic focus on personal health and provides both an informational and behavioral basis for health promotion and disease prevention. Topics include: mental health, stress management, fitness, nutrition, alcohol, tobacco, and other drug education, sexuality, and chronic infectious disease.
Prerequisite: None
PLEASE NOTE: Online course: Students must notify the instructor for instructions. (malino_21@yahoo.com)
Care & Prevention of Athletic Injuries
HES 3502 850
2 credits/Letter graded
Alex Brown
Aug.4-22 M-F
8:00-11:30am
LNC P135
Service Charge $10
Recognition, cause, prevention, treatment, and rehab of athletic injuries; taping methods, protective equipment and doctors' recommendations, equipping the training room, conditioning the athlete, practice routines and the athlete's diet. Laboratory
Prerequisite: 2212 or equivalent; 3hrs. Biological Science; 3hrs Sociological Science
PLEASE NOTE: Contact Alex Brown at acbrown@ou.edu
Sport & Physical Activity in Society (canceled)
HES 3593 850
3 credits/Letter graded
Danielle Brittain
Aug.7-21 M-F
1:00-5:20pm
HHC 129
This course examines major theoretical perspectives and research with particular emphasis on sport and physical activity in contemporary American society. Specifically, we will address the following issues that concern physical activity and sport in our society: The history of sport and physical activity, the role of educational institutions as an influencing factor of American children, social problems and issues surrounding violence and deviance, gender and ethnic minorities, and the media's influence on sport and physical activity.
Prerequisite: Junior standing or permission
HISTORY
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United States, 1492-1865
HIST 1483 850
(Core Area IV:Humanities-Western Civilization and Culture:US History)
3 credits/Letter graded
Daniel Flaherty
Aug.4-22 M-F
8:30-11:55am
PHSC 212
Service Charge $6
A general survey of United States history from its colonial origins to the end of the Civil War, with emphasis upon national political, diplomatic, economic, constitutional, social and intellectual developments.
Prerequisite: None
United States, 1865 to Present
HIST 1493 850
(Core Area IV:Humanities-Western Civilization and Culture:US History)
3 credits/Letter graded
Lawrence Mastroni
Aug.4-20 M-F
9:00am-1:00pm
SEC P203
Service Charge $6
A general survey of United States History from the Civil War to the present day, with emphasis upon national political, diplomatic, economic, constitutional, social and intellectual developments.
Prerequisite: None
The Sixties in the United States
HIST 3430 850
3 credits/Letter graded
Thomas Roy
Aug.4-22 M-F
10:00am-1:25pm
AH 301
Service Charge $6
Class limited to 20
The decade of the 1960's in the U.S. proved to be a strange combination of ebullient optimism, choking despair, and a growing cynicism. The decade began brightly with the promise of Camelot and a New Frontier. However, before the decade was over, the U.S. appeared to be a nation divided by race, culture, and a never-ending war. "The Sixties" will examine the legacy of that decade, looking at the processes which made it such a phenomenon.
Prerequisite: None
Baseball in the Crosstimbers
HIST 3430 851
3 credits/Letter graded
Peter Pierce
Aug.4-6,11-14,17-21
9:00am-1:00pm
SEC P201
Service Charge $6
A survey of the National Pastime from the formation of the Cincinnati Reds in 1869 through the advent of free agency to the present. A large portion of the course is devoted to minor league baseball with emphasis on the history of baseball in Oklahoma.
Prerequisite: None
Monsters and Mummies: Popculture and Archaeology
HIST 3950 850
3 credits/Letter graded
Garold Mills
Aug.4-22 M-F
9:00am-12:30pm
SEC M204
An introduction to religion, art and architecture in Greece and the Aegean from the Early Bronze Age through the Hellenistic period. Architecture, sculpture, and the minor arts are examined as evidence for cultural attitudes towards humankind, the gods, and the physical world. Topics include the religion, art and architecture of Minoans, Mycenaeans, and Greeks. Emphasis is placed on the careful discussion of selected monuments illustrated through slides, casts, and photographs.
Prerequisite: Junior standing or permission
HISTORY OF SCIENCE
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Historical Studies of Science in a Religious World
HSCI 3443 850
(Core Area IV:Humanities-Western Civilization and Culture)
3 credits/Letter graded
Van Herd
Aug.4-22 M-F
12:35-3:55pm
MFPH 3065
Service Charge $6
This course is an overview of major events in the intersection of science and religion from the middle ages to the present. This is a detailed look at the historical record and exploration of the background of the people involved, the social and political context, and the reasons why certain issues mattered so much.
Prerequisite: Junior standing or permission
Infectious Disease In Historical Context
HSCI 3550 850
3 credits/Letter graded
Cornelia Lambert
Aug.4-22 M-F
9:00am-12:25pm
MFPH 2040
The purpose of this class is to acquaint students with case studies of infectious diseases in their historical contexts. Although we will start the course by describing current etiology, or ideas of disease causation, we will delve into previous understandings of the cause of disease in order to form an appreciation for how human societies have dealt with and conceptualize sickness and disease transmission.
Prerequisite: Junior standing and permission
HONORS
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HUMAN RELATIONS
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Racial and Ethnic Diversity in Films
H R 4170 850
3 credits/Letter graded
Tommy Olds
Aug.4-6,10-13,17-19
1:00-5:20pm
MFPH 2040
This course focuses on the topic of racial and ethnic diversity from the United States using film as the chief medium. Students will get the opportunity to learn about the nature, concepts, issues of racial and ethnic diversity. Specifically, the course focuses on constructs related to racial and ethnic differences.
Prerequisite: 3013 or Junior standing, or permission of instructor
JOURNALISM
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INTERDISCIPLINARY PERSPECTIVE ON THE ENVIRONMENT
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LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE
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LIBRARY SCIENCE
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MANAGEMENT
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MARKETING
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MATH
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Mathematics for Critical Thinking
MATH 1473 850
(Core Area I:Symbolic & Oral Communication-Math)
3 credits/Letter graded
Christine Tinsley
Aug.4-20 M-F
9:00am-1:00pm
PHSC 223
A study of the mathematics needed for the critical evaluation of quantitative information and arguments including logic, critical appraisal of graphs and tables; use of simple mathematical models and an introduction to elementary statistics.
Prerequisite: 0123 at OU or satisfactory score on placement test, or satisfactory score on ACT/SAT
METEOROLOGY
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Severe and Unusual Weather
METR 2603 850
(Core Area II:Natural Science)
3 credits/Letter graded
Susan Postawko
Aug.4-22 M-F
9:00am-12:25pm
SEC M207
Service Charge $15
The course is designed to provide students with an in-depth look at the physical and societal aspects of severe and unusual weather. Specific topics to be covered include thunderstorms, squall lines, hail, lightning, tornadoes, hurricanes, observational systems, and procedures, remote sensing tools, severe weather climatology, blizzards and ice storms, lake-effect snow storms, weather modification, and weather impacts on industry and society.
Prerequisite: None
Severe and Unusual Weather
METR 2603 851
(Core Area II:Natural Science)
3 credits/Letter graded
William Beasley
Aug.4-22
online course
Service Charge $15
This is a special version of METR2603 with emphasis on lightning. The objectives of the course are to provide an opportunity for students to experience a science course, thereby not only learning some science but also, and perhaps more importantly, gaining some insight as to how and why scientists do what they do; to expose students to some basic concepts of physics and meteorology relevant to storms, especially those that produce lightning; to introduce you to the phenomena and basic physics of lightning, as well as principles of lightning safety and protection that could save your life. Course topics will include: The Scientific Method, Basic Physics Concepts, Overview of the Atmosphere, Clouds, Precipitation, Thunderstorms, Lightning Phenomena and Physics, Lightning Warning and Safety, Effects of Lightning on Living Things, Lightning Protection. This course does not count for major credit in the school of Meteorology.
Prerequisite: None
PLEASE NOTE: Online course: Students must notify the instructor for instructions. (whb@ou.edu)
MUSIC
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Understanding Music
MUNM 1113 850
(Core Area IV:Humanities-Understanding Artistic Forms)
3 credits/Letter graded
Angela Heck
Aug.4-22 M-F
1:00-4:25pm
CMC 015
Service Charge $40
This is a course in music appreciation. The course offers an overview of western music history and a brief introduction to nonwestern styles. The instructor will present material through lectures and frequent playing of audio recordings and video tapes.
Prerequisite: None
Understanding Music
MUNM 1113 851
(Core Area IV:Humanities-Understanding Artistic Forms)
3 credits/Letter graded
Dorothea Gail
Aug.4-22 M-F
9:00am-12:25pm
CMC 131
Service Charge $40
This is a course in general music appreciation. The course offers an introduction to the elements of understanding music and an overview of western music history.
Prerequisite: None
History of Jazz
MUNM 2313 850
(Core Area IV:Humanities-Understanding Artistic Forms)
3 credits/Letter graded
Larry Hammett
Aug.4-22
online course
Detailed and specific study of Jazz as a major musical art form. Studies the logical musical developments of Jazz pointing out the important elements comprising the individual styles as they have evolved. Evolution and cultural ties are made through representative masterworks by master performers. Critical listening and evaluation are a major element. No prior knowledge of terms or techniques is necessary.
Prerequisite: None
PLEASE NOTE: Online course: Students must contact the instructor for instructions. (larryhammett@larryhammett.com)
History of Jazz
MUNM 2313 851
(Core Area IV:Humanities-Understanding Artistic Forms)
3 credits/Letter graded
Larry Hammett
Aug.4-22
online course
Detailed and specific study of Jazz as a major musical art form. Studies the logical musical developments of Jazz pointing out the important elements comprising the individual styles as they have evolved. Evolution and cultural ties are made through representative masterworks by master performers. Critical listening and evaluation are a major element. No prior knowledge of terms or techniques is necessary.
Prerequisite: None
PLEASE NOTE: Online course: Students must contact the instructor for instructions. (larryhammett@larryhammett.com)
Introduction to World Music (pending)
MUNM 3113 850
(Core Area IV:Humanities-Non-Western Culture)
3 credits/Letter graded
Miranda Arana
Aug.4-22 T-F
9:00am-1:00pm
CMC 109
Service Charge $40
The study of music and human culture focusing on representative societies from Asia, Africa, Native America, and Latin America will be undertaken, developing critical skills and an appreciation for the musical diversity of the world. Participation in this course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the skills necessary to recognize aurally various world music genres, and understand their significance to the particular cultures associated with them.
Prerequisite: Junior standing
NATIVE AMERICAN STUDIES
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PHILOSOPHY
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PSYCHOLOGY
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Computing for Behavioral Sciences
PSY 2503 850
3 credits/Letter graded
Kamran Sadeghi
Aug.4-22 M-F
10:00am-1:25pm
DAH 017
Class limited to 25
This course serves as an introduction to computer terminology, computer equipment, and provides fundamental concepts for using PC-based software.
Prerequisite: None
Psychology and Film
PSY 4920 850
3 credits/Letter graded
Harry Wright
Aug.4-22 M-F
9:00am-12:25pm
MFPH 3065
This course will use film as a medium to investigate psychological topics, including development over the life cycle, family dynamics, and psychopathology including mood and anxiety disorders, psychosis, addiction and trauma. Clinical treatment will be considered as well, from the "mental asylum" to the patient-therapist relationship. We will study how selected films' portrayal of various forms of human behavior reflects changing social and scientific beliefs about the human condition.
Prerequisite: 1113 & 2113, or 1113 & 6 hours of other social sciences; or permission
RELIGIOUS STUDIES
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SOCIAL WORK
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SOCIOLOGY
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SPANISH
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Intermediate Spanish
SPAN 2113 850
3 credits/Letter graded
Rachel Cortest
Aug.4-22 M-F
9:00am-12:25pm
PHSC 363
Service Charge $15
Class limited to 28
Develops reading skills and control of grammar while cultivating depth of oral and writing ability. Emphasis on expansion of vocabulary and strong re-enforcement of grammatical structures. Reading and discussion of texts of literary and cultural interest.
Prerequisite: 1225 or equivalent
Intermediate Spanish
SPAN 2113 851
3 credits/Letter graded
Jennifer Jarvis-Denny
Aug.4-22 M-F
9:00am-12:25pm
PHSC 359
Service Charge $15
Class limited to 28
Develops reading skills and control of grammar while cultivating depth of oral and writing ability. Emphasis on expansion of vocabulary and strong re-enforcement of grammatical structures. Reading and discussion of texts of literary and cultural interest.
Prerequisite: 1225 or equivalent
Intermediate Spanish
SPAN 2113 852
3 credits/Letter graded
Patricia Tello
Aug.4-22 M-F
9:30am-12:55pm
BURT 201
Service Charge $15
Class limited to 28
Develops reading skills and control of grammar while cultivating depth of oral and writing ability. Emphasis on expansion of vocabulary and strong re-enforcement of grammatical structures. Reading and discussion of texts of literary and cultural interest.
Prerequisite: 1225 or equivalent
Intermediate Spanish
SPAN 2113 853
3 credits/Letter graded
Maria Munoz
Aug.4-22 M-F
9:30am-12:55pm
PHSC 416
Service Charge $15
Class limited to 28
Develops reading skills and control of grammar while cultivating depth of oral and writing ability. Emphasis on expansion of vocabulary and strong re-enforcement of grammatical structures. Reading and discussion of texts of literary and cultural interest.
Prerequisite: 1225 or equivalent
Intermediate Spanish
SPAN 2113 854
3 credits/Letter graded
Patricia Bagajewicz
Aug.4-22 M-F
10:00am-1:25pm
MFPH 2010
Service Charge $15
Class limited to 28
Develops reading skills and control of grammar while cultivating depth of oral and writing ability. Emphasis on expansion of vocabulary and strong re-enforcement of grammatical structures. Reading and discussion of texts of literary and cultural interest.
Prerequisite: 1225 or equivalent
UNIVERSITY
COURSES
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Star Wars and the Hero's Journey
UNIV 2000 850
3 credits/Letter graded
Ryan Slesinger
Aug.4-7,10-14,17-22
12:30-3:40pm
PHSC 224
This course will seek to illuminate the mythological importance of Star Wars in our contemporary society. George Lucas cites the work of comparative mythologist Joseph Campbell as his inspiration for the movies. This is a class for anyone who knows Star Wars is important and wants to understand why.
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing or permission
Environmentally Conscious Living
UNIV 3000 850
3 credits/Letter graded
Theresa Coffman
Aug.4-22
online course
Class limited to 25
This course provides an overview of current environmental issues and how individuals may be unwittingly contributing to environmental problems. Solutions are presented which students may integrate into their day to day life.
Prerequisite: Junior standing or permission of instructor
PLEASE NOTE: Online course: Students must notify the instructor for instructions. (tcoffman@ou.edu)
Contemporary Arab, Arab-American, and Arab-Canadian Women Writers and Issues
UNIV 3000 851
3 credits/Letter graded
Nancy El-Gendy
Aug.4-22 M-F
10:30am-1:55pm
PHSC 228
This course will examine issues of gender, class, social concepts, kinship, education, nationalism and religion in texts by major Arab women writers. The course will be a collaborative effort to synthesize old and new ideas, question assumptions, and explore ways of developing cross-cultural awareness.
Prerequisite: Junior standing or permission
WOMENS
STUDIES
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Gender and Interpersonal Communication
W S 3220 850
3 credits/Letter graded
Janna Martin
Aug.4-21
online course
This course will focus on interactive relationships between gender and communication. We will explore gender in the context of interpersonal relationships. A variety of topics related to gender will be explored and discussed. Both practical application and theory will be the foundation of this course.
Prerequisite: Junior standing or permission
ZOOLOGY
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