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Course Descriptions

 

Political Science (PSC)
  
  

  • PSC 145 - (BH, CC) Japan: Government and Politics

    Semester Hours: 3
    Once a year
    The Japanese political system, focusing upon the evolution of Japan as a modern nation-state since the Meiji Restoration of 1868.  Examines the clash between traditional Japanese culture and modernizing pressures from the West.  Special attention to the right-wing ideology that has shaped modern Japan and to the opponents of that ideology; the political impact of Japan’s economic development through technological innovation; the dynamics of contemporary Japanese party politics and mass political participation: Japan’s role in global affairs.
  
  
  

  • PSC 148 - Political Science Scope and Methods

    Semester Hours: 3
    Periodically
    An introduction to a variety of empirical research methods used by political scientists. The primary aims of the course are to train students to be more sophisticated consumers of diverse empirical research and to allow students to conduct advanced independent undergraduate work.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    (Formerly Contemporary Political Analysis.)
  

  • PSC 149 - Political Analysis and Statistics

    Semester Hours: 3-4

    Once a Year

    An introduction to modern political analysis with a focus on using statistics to analyze quantitative data. Students will learn statistical skills to analyze real political science data, translating that analysis into easy-to-understand text and visual representations of the data.  When taught for 4 credits, the course will provide students an introduction to the R computer program, an emerging, open-source application/language to conduct statistical analysis.

     

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    May not be taken on a Pass/D+/D/Fail basis.
  

  • PSC 151 A-Z - Special Topics in American Politics

    Semester Hours: 1-4

    Periodically
    An advanced course in the analysis of major problems in American Politics.

    Current Special Topics

    PSC 151E: US Immigration Politics and Policy

    This four-credit, writing-intensive seminar course seeks to provide a broad and wide-ranging overview of immigration politics and policy in the United States. What groups are important in determining how immigrants are recruited, received, excluded from, and deported from the United States? How do they affect the way we address problems affecting society? Why is it so difficult at this political moment to “reform” the US immigration system, or to even agree on what shape a comprehensive reform might take? How does social science inform the debate about immigration policy in the United States, particularly when public opinion is so sensitive to racial appeals and perceptions of threat?

    The course will begin with a history of immigration policy from the earliest days of the Republic to the present day. It will focus on a few watershed policies such as those enacted in 1882, 1924, 1965, 1986, and 1996, finishing with the immigration proposals put forward by the Bush, Obama, and Trump administrations. Who are the winners and losers in this policy area? Why is it so difficult for the national government to adopt meaningful reform at the national level? Are state and local governments in a better position to address our economic, social, and humanitarian goals? What do we know about how immigrants integrated into American society socially, economically, and politically?

     


    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    As individual subjects are selected, each is assigned a letter (A-Z) which is affixed to the course number. The course involves substantial reading, discussion and writing. Includes regular seminar sessions and individual conferences with instructor. Specific titles and course descriptions for special topics courses are available in the online class schedule. (Formerly PSC 151: Seminar: American Politics.)
  

  • PSC 152 A-Z - Special Topics in International Politics

    Semester Hours: 1-4
    Periodically
    An advanced course in the analysis of major problems in International Politics.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    As individual subjects are selected, each is assigned a letter (A-Z) which is affixed to the course number. The course involves substantial reading, discussion and writing. Includes regular seminar sessions and individual conferences with instructor. Specific titles and course descriptions for special topics courses are available in the online class schedule. (Formerly PSC 152: Seminar: International Politics.)
  

  • PSC 153 A-Z - Special Topics in Political Theory

    Semester Hours: 1-4
    Periodically
    An advanced course in the analysis of major problems in Political Theory.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    As individual subjects are selected, each is assigned a letter (A-Z) which is affixed to the course number. The course involves substantial reading, discussion and writing. Includes regular seminar sessions and individual conferences with instructor. Specific titles and course descriptions for special topics courses are available in the online class schedule. (Formerly PSC 153: Seminar: Political Theory.)
  

  • PSC 154 A-Z - Special Topics in Comparative Politics

    Semester Hours: 1-4

    Periodically
    An advanced course in the analysis of major problems in Comparative Politics.

    Current Special Topics

    PSC 154D: Political Psychology

    The model of American politics most of us imbibe from grade school civics class on up is built around the Founders’ Enlightenment ideal of public policymaking based on a rational calculation of the personal and societal best interest.  Increasingly, research in the exciting sub-discipline of political psychology is telling us how incomplete this understanding is.  Biography, contextual stimuli, emotion, identity, human evolution, and even individual genetics all play a role in how we humans process politics, what we believe, and how we act on those beliefs.  This course seeks to provide a broad overview of the field and what the fascinating research is now telling us about crucial topics such as voting behavior, political communication, mass media, racism and intolerance, terrorism, social movements, protest and revolution, nationalism and identity, international relations, authoritarianism, and more.

     


    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    As individual subjects are selected, each is assigned a letter (A-Z) which is affixed to the course number. The course involves substantial reading, discussion and writing. Includes regular seminar sessions and individual conferences with instructor. Specific titles and course descriptions for special topics courses are available in the online class schedule. (Formerly PSC 154: Seminar: Comparative Politics.)
  

  • PSC 161 - Independent Readings in Political Science

    Semester Hours: 1-3
    Fall, Spring
    Individualized reading course designed to meet special interests of the student and to fill gaps in the student’s understanding of political science.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    Written consent by a member of department to serve as the tutor. Ordinarily open only to juniors and seniors who are capable of independent study.
  

  • PSC 162 - Independent Readings in Political Science

    Semester Hours: 1-3
    Fall, Spring
    Individualized reading course designed to meet special interests of the student and to fill gaps in the student’s understanding of political science.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    Written consent by a member of department to serve as the tutor. Ordinarily open only to juniors and seniors who are capable of independent study.
  

  • PSC 170 - Political Science Internship

    Semester Hours: 1-3

    This is an individualized course designed to complement student’s specialized study of political science with supervised practice in the field.  Political Science majors who have been offered an internship (with an official invitation letter from the internship site) may receive credit through this course, if approved by the Internship coordinator and chair of the Political Science Department. The internship must be training for a position in which a college degree would be necessary for full-time employment and in which a major in Political Science would be considered beneficial.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    Students who undertake a local internship in political science will have at least sophomore standing and an overall GPA of 2.5.  The internship may count toward the major or minor in political science, as elective PSC credit, or additional coursework credit in PSC. There are no formal prerequisites, but students are strongly encouraged to take the foundational course corresponding to the subject content of their internship.  For instance, American Politics (PSC 1) is strongly encouraged prior to an internship in the home office of a member of Congress or state legislator.  International Politics (PSC 135) is strongly encouraged prior to an internship at the United Nations.  The department accepts no more than 6 credits of internship toward the major.

    This course is offered for variable credit from 1-3 credits.  For each credit offered, the student is required to log in 28 hours working at the internship site, 10 hours on research and analysis and 3 contact hours with supervising professor for a total of 41 hours. Final grades will include both on-site and academic work.   
  

  • PSC 192 - Field Study at the United Nations

    Semester Hours: 3
    January, Every Other Year

    This course takes advantage of Hofstra’s proximity to the United Nations and its related organizations in New York City. About half of the time available in this course will be devoted to learning about the institution and work of the UN itself. The other half will consist of briefings from the various embassies representing their nations at the UN. Students will have the opportunity to interact directly with diplomats and high level staff who do the actual work of global politics. With the exception of the first, organizational, meeting, which will be held on campus, all other sessions will be held in Manhattan.
  
  

  • PSC 195 - Introduction to Administration

    Semester Hours: 3
    Periodically
    Identify patterns and principles of administration common to the fields of business, education, health and medicine, and public administration. The functional categories of decision making (planning), organizing, allocating resources, directing, controlling, communications and leadership are treated.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    Credit given for this course or EADM 200, not both.

Portuguese (PORT)
  
  
  
  
  
  

  • PORT 101 - Advanced Portuguese Language

    Semester Hours: 3
    Periodically
    PORT 101-106 is an integrated sequence of courses, rather than six individual courses. This sequence gradually develops the student’s proficiency in the spoken language, in writing (including grammar) and in reading. Text material ranges from short stories to longer narratives and poetry and includes culture and civilization topics. Students’ individual needs and interests will help determine the exact nature of each course. A detailed personal record of reading progress is maintained to assure the systematic development of each student’s facility in literary criticism. Courses may be taken in any order.



  

  • PORT 102 - Advanced Portuguese Language

    Semester Hours: 3
    Periodically
    PORT 101-106 is an integrated sequence of courses, rather than six individual courses. This sequence gradually develops the student’s proficiency in the spoken language, in writing (including grammar) and in reading. Text material ranges from short stories to longer narratives and poetry and includes culture and civilization topics. Students’ individual needs and interests will help determine the exact nature of each course. A detailed personal record of reading progress is maintained to assure the systematic development of each student’s facility in literary criticism. Courses may be taken in any order.
  

  • PORT 103 - Advanced Portuguese Language

    Semester Hours: 3
    Periodically
    PORT 101-106 is an integrated sequence of courses, rather than six individual courses. This sequence gradually develops the student’s proficiency in the spoken language, in writing (including grammar) and in reading. Text material ranges from short stories to longer narratives and poetry and includes culture and civilization topics. Students’ individual needs and interests will help determine the exact nature of each course. A detailed personal record of reading progress is maintained to assure the systematic development of each student’s facility in literary criticism. Courses may be taken in any order.
  

  • PORT 104 - Advanced Portuguese Language

    Semester Hours: 3
    Periodically
    PORT 101-106 is an integrated sequence of courses, rather than six individual courses. This sequence gradually develops the student’s proficiency in the spoken language, in writing (including grammar) and in reading. Text material ranges from short stories to longer narratives and poetry and includes culture and civilization topics. Students’ individual needs and interests will help determine the exact nature of each course. A detailed personal record of reading progress is maintained to assure the systematic development of each student’s facility in literary criticism. Courses may be taken in any order.
  

  • PORT 105 - Advanced Portuguese Language

    Semester Hours: 3
    Periodically
    PORT 101-106 is an integrated sequence of courses, rather than six individual courses. This sequence gradually develops the student’s proficiency in the spoken language, in writing (including grammar) and in reading. Text material ranges from short stories to longer narratives and poetry and includes culture and civilization topics. Students’ individual needs and interests will help determine the exact nature of each course. A detailed personal record of reading progress is maintained to assure the systematic development of each student’s facility in literary criticism. Courses may be taken in any order.
  

  • PORT 106 - Advanced Portuguese Language

    Semester Hours: 3
    Periodically
    PORT 101-106 is an integrated sequence of courses, rather than six individual courses. This sequence gradually develops the student’s proficiency in the spoken language, in writing (including grammar) and in reading. Text material ranges from short stories to longer narratives and poetry and includes culture and civilization topics. Students’ individual needs and interests will help determine the exact nature of each course. A detailed personal record of reading progress is maintained to assure the systematic development of each student’s facility in literary criticism. Courses may be taken in any order.

Premedical Studies (PRMD)
  
  

  • PRMD 020 - Emergency Medicine Clinical Information Management

    Semester Hours: 2
    Fall, Spring
    Students will learn the fundamentals of clinical practice in emergency medicine: 1) medical terminology; 2) the elements that constitute a patient history and the performance of a physical examination; 3) how to document and manage clinical information; and 4) how to enter physicians’ orders into the medical information management system.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    BIOL 113 , 112 ; CHEM 003A , 003B ,  ,  , 135 , and 137 , science GPA of 3.0 or higher, recommendation of instructor or adviser. May not be taken on a Pass/D+/D/Fail basis. No liberal arts credit. Classes will be taught at Long Island Jewish Medical Center in New Hyde Park.
  

  • PRMD 021 - Emergency Medicine Clinical Information Management Internship

    Semester Hours: 2
    Fall, Spring
    Students who have mastered the fundamentals of clinical information management and of the operation of an emergency medicine department will have the opportunity to work with emergency medicine attending physicians as clinical information managers.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    PRMD 020  and recommendation of PRMD 020  instructor. No liberal arts credit. Pass/Fail grade only. Students will spend 6 hours per week working in the emergency medicine department at Long Island Jewish Medical Center in New Hyde Park.
  

  • PRMD 021A - Clinical Research Internship

    Semester Hours: 2-4
    Periodically
    Students will learn, in the lecture portion, basic methodology in clinical research, including basic data collection, statistical analysis and research design as well as regulations and ethics unique to the clinical setting. Students will also participate in clinical research projects and will spend a variable number of hours (3-9) in clinical shifts. Students will gain experience as a research assistant by working regular shifts in the emergency department at either North Shore University Hospital or Long Island Jewish Medical Center.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    Undergraduate junior status or post-baccalaureate program, minimum of 20 semester hours of natural science requirements completed, 3.0 overall and science GPA and permission of pre-medical advisor. The lecture portion of the course meets one hour per week.  Students taking the course for two credits will add three hours of clinical work per week; students taking the course for three credits will add six hours of clinical work; students taking the course for four credits will add nine hours of clinical work.  No liberal arts credit. Pass/Fail grade only; students must earn a passing grade in both the lecture and the clinical portions of the course.

Psychology (PSY)
  

  • PSY 001 - Introduction to Psychology

    Semester Hours: 3-4
    Fall, Spring, Summer
    The central goal of this course is to provide a general introduction to the field of psychology. Students will learn how to reason about human behavior, how to think critically about science, and how to apply psychological theory\ and findings to everyday problems and issues. Topics covered will include psychological methods, biological bases of behavior, sensation and perception, learning, memory, personality, psychopathology, and social behavior.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    Prerequisite for all other psychology courses, except PSY 007 , 025  and 027 .



  
  

  • PSY 003 - Current Psychological Issues

    Semester Hours: 3
    Periodically

    Detailed exploration of several psychological topics of important social relevance (e.g., recent topics have included mental health, alcoholism, drug addictions, leadership). Topics vary depending on their social significance. Guest speakers representing topic relevant fields are featured. Students are required to submit independent research papers on each topic.
  
  
  
  
  
  

  • PSY 014F - First-Year Seminar

    Semester Hours: 3-4
    Fall

    This course gives first-year students the opportunity to work in a seminar format with a member of the faculty in an area of the faculty member’s research interests.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    The course is open to first-year students only. Topics vary by semester.  This course is offered for distribution credit; consult the Semester Planning Guide for proper category listing. Students may take only one 14F or 12F seminar and only one 14S or 12S seminar
  

  • PSY 014S - First-Year Seminar

    Semester Hours: 3-4
    Spring

    This course gives first-year students the opportunity to work in a seminar format with a member of the faculty in an area of the faculty member’s research interests.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:

    The course is open to first-year students only. Topics vary by semester.  This course is offered for distribution credit; consult the Semester Planning Guide for proper category listing. Students may take only one 14F or 12F seminar and only one 14S or 12S seminar.



  
  
  

  • PSY 027 - (BH) Positive Psychology

    Semester Hours: 3
    Once a Year
    This course explores theoretical conceptions of positive psychology, scientific research in this domain, and the experiences and practices that enhance well-being. Positive psychology is the study of how human beings prosper in the face of adversity. Its goal is to identify and enhance the human strengths and virtues that lead to living the “good life.”

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    May not be taken on a Pass/D+/D/Fail basis.
  
  
  
  

  • PSY 037 - Industrial Behavior Modification

    Semester Hours: 3
    Periodically
    An introduction to behavioral principles in organizations. Theoretical issues in organizational psychology and the quality of working life is examined from the perspective of laboratory based research of human behavior. The application of operant techniques to traditional industrial problems such as productivity, sales, attendance and safety. Management based on applied behavior analysis is contrasted with traditional motivational theories.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    PSY 001  or 001A .
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

  • PSY 070 - Evolutionary Psychology

    Semester Hours: 3
    Once a Year
    A critical examination of theory and research in evolutionary psychology, an approach that draws upon the insights of evolutionary biology, cognitive psychology, and the neurosciences to explain the mechanisms of human thought and behavior as evolutionary adaptations to the challenges faced by our ancestors. The course will cover the application of this approach to such topics as sex roles, morality, food preferences, cooperation and war.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    PSY 001  or 001A .
  
  
  

  • PSY 087 - Sport Psychology

    Semester Hours: 3
    Periodically

    This course is designed to educate students on the relationship between the mind and body in sport.  Students will learn how the mind influences sport performance and how sports performances influence the mind by acquiring an understanding of contemporary principles and theories developed in sport and psychology and then applying that to real sport situations in both recreational and competitive settings.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    PSY 001 or PSY 001A  
  
  

  • PSY 095 - Research Experience in Psychology

    Semester Hours: 1-3
    Periodically
    This work-study program provides students with an opportunity to apply academic and theoretical knowledge to the practice of conducting research. Work at an approved on-campus laboratory with mentorship from a faculty member is combined with reading and writing assignments, including an in-depth term paper that situates the research experience within the broader framework of psychological theory and scholarship.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    Successful completion of at least 18 s.h. of psychology with a psychology GPA of 3.0 or above. Permission of the Psychology  Department research and internship coordinator. A minimum of 38 hours of work for each semester hour of credit: 28 hours of research work and 10 hours of academic work. May be repeated for credit up to a total of 3 s.h. May not be taken on a Pass/D+/D/Fail basis.
  

  • PSY 099 - Internship in Psychology

    Semester Hours: 1-3
    Periodically
    This work-study program aims at providing students with an opportunity to apply academic and theoretical knowledge to practical situations. Work in an approved government or non-government agency or research institution is combined with reading and writing assignments, including an in-depth term paper that situates the internship experience within the broader framework of psychological theory and scholarship. 

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    Successful completion of at least 18 s.h. of psychology with a psychology GPA of 3.3 or above. Permission of Psychology  Department internship coordinator. A minimum of 38 hours of work for each semester hour of credit: 28 hours of on-site work and 10 hours of academic work. Also required, but not counted as part of the 10 hours of academic work, are a minimum of three meetings with a faculty adviser – one at the beginning, another at mid-term, and the final at the end of the work experience. Grades will be based on both on-site evaluation and academic work. An on-site evaluation of “poor” will result in a grade no higher than a C. May be repeated for up to a total of 3 s.h. May not be taken on a Pass/D+/D/Fail basis.
  

  • PSY 100 - Departmental Honors Candidacy: Research

    Semester Hours: 3-4
    Fall, Spring
    The research for and the writing of a substantial essay in the field of psychology such as a major literature review or an original experiment.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    PSY 001  or 001A . Open only to senior psychology majors who are eligible for and desire to graduate with departmental honors. Interested students must secure the written permission of a full-time faculty member who will supervise the project. An oral defense will be conducted at the conclusion of the project.
  

  • PSY 101 A-Z - Major Concepts in Psychology

    Semester Hours: 1

    Periodically
    An in-depth exploration of a significant historical, theoretical, empirical or methodological concept in the field.

    Current Special Topics

    PSY 101B: The Pscyhology of Social Media: Likes, Memes, and Addiction

    Discussion of psychological aspects of social media, including its influence in new forms of social interaction, recreation, happiness, body image, education, politics, and cyberbullying; with a strong focus on its addictive power and how to overcome it.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    May be repeated for credit when topics vary.Specific titles and course descriptions for special topics courses are available in the online class schedule.
  
  
  
  

  • PSY 141 - Research Methods and Design

    Semester Hours: 4
    Fall, Spring, Summer
    Major principles of research and data collection techniques in experimental psychology. Laboratory work with animals and/ or human beings includes research in selected topics. An oral presentation is required. (3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory.)

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    PSY 040  or BIO 100 or equivalent. Students are advised to take this course no later than their junior year.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

  • PSY 180 - Work Motivation: Theory and Applications

    Semester Hours: 3
    Periodically

    Examination of modern developments in motivational psychology as they pertain to individual behavior in organizational settings and their practical applications. Four approaches are examined. The first approach focuses upon need-motive-value strategies such as need fulfillment theories, intrinsic motivation and equity/justice theories. The second approach attends to expectancy-value formulations of behavior with attention directed toward VIE theory. A third approach involves an examination of the self-regulation-cognitive approach embodied in goal setting theory. The final theoretical perspective involves an analysis of the behavioral (operant) and social learning views of work motivation. The course focuses on the practical implications of motivational theory, with an emphasis upon job satisfaction, work design and reward systems.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    PSY 001  or 001A .
  

  • PSY 181 - Leadership and Group Processes

    Semester Hours: 3
    Periodically

    Presents a broad review and analysis of leadership in organizations and groups. Examines organizational workgroups within the perspective of the organization as a system. Topics include functions, history, theories, and styles of leadership. Gender issues, cross-cultural perspectives, leader-member relations, group development, communication, conflict, decision making, and self-managed teams are also examined.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    PSY 034  and 141 .
  
  

  • PSY 183 - Capstone Research Integration Course

    Semester Hours: 3
    Once a year
    Provides a capstone experience in which students integrate the knowledge and understanding of organizational behavior and leadership that they acquire in other courses in the concentration. Students work together in small groups on a single project throughout the term. Each group selects a research topic in consultation with the instructor. The project requires that data be collected from an industrial, public, voluntary, or non-profit organization. Using valid diagnostic procedures, students examine the psychological, structural, environmental, political, and cultural factors that affect organization systems.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    PSY 001  or 001A .
  
  

  • PSY 192 - Research Seminar: Animal Learning and Cognition

    Semester Hours: 4
    Periodically
    Problems and methods of research in learning and cognition in both human and nonhuman animals, involving basic behavioral mechanisms (e.g., learning by trial-and-error and reinforcement), as well as complex cognitive processes (e.g., insightful problem-solving and tool-use). Oral presentations will be required. (3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory.) 

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    PSY 141  and 110 . (Formerly Research Seminar: Operant Behavior.)
  

  • PSY 194 - Research Seminar: Neuroscience

    Semester Hours: 4
    Once a Year
    Problems and methods of research in neuroscience, including biopsychology, cognitive neuroscience, and clinical neuropsychology. Experimental designs involving neuroimaging, EEG, and other advanced methodologies will be discussed. Oral presentations will be required. (3 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory.)

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    PSY 141  and either 166 , 170  or 177 . (Formerly Research Seminar: Behavioral Neuroscience.)
  
  
  
  

Public Policy and Public Service (PPPS)
  

  • PPPS 001 - (IS) Introduction to Public Policy and Public Service

    Semester Hours: 3
    Fall, Spring
    This course is the foundation for the BA major in public service and public policy . It is designed to introduce students to the development, execution, and evaluation of policy making. Students will explore contextual, conceptual and theoretical frameworks that influence policy, particularly (though, not exclusively) in the United States. The course will examine problem formulation, information collection, and policy formulation.  Readings will focus on theoretical approaches, specific methods and ethical concerns for policy analysis, and a wide range of positions will be presented.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    May not be taken on a Pass/D+/D/ Fail basis.
  

  • PPPS 100 - Departmental Honors Candidacy: Essay

    Semester Hours: 3

    Fall, Spring

    The research for and the writing of a substantial essay in the field of public policy.  Open only to senior public policy and public service majors who are eligible for and desire to graduate with departmental honors.

     

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    Interested students must secure, before registration, written permission of the instructor who will supervise the essay.
  

  • PPPS 150 A-Z - Special Topics in Public Policy and Public Service

    Semester Hours: 1-4
    Fall, Spring
    Course deals with innovative topics in the area of public policy and public service.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    May be repeated for credit when topics vary. As individual subjects are selected, each is assigned a letter (A-Z) which is affixed to the course number. Specific titles and course descriptions for special topics courses are available in the online class schedule. Course may be offered on a Pass/D+/D/Fail basis.
  

  • PPPS 161 - Independent Readings in Public Policy and Public Service

    Semester Hours: 1-4
    Individualized reading course designed to meet special interests of student and to fill gaps in student’s study of public policy and public service. 

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    Written consent by a professor to serve as instructor, and approval by executive dean for public policy and public service programs.  Typically open only to juniors and seniors who are prepared for the responsibilities of independent study.  May be repeated for credit (maximum 6 semester hours) when topics vary.
  

  • PPPS 162 - Internship in Public Policy and Public Service

    Semester Hours: 1-4 s.h.

    Fall, Spring

    Individualized course designed to complement student’s specialized study of public policy and public service with supervised practice in the field.  Public Policy and Public Service (PPPS) majors who have been offered an internship (with an official invitation letter from the internship site) may receive credit through this course if approved by the executive dean of the PPPS program. The internship must be training for a position in which a college degree would be necessary for full-time employment and in which a major in Public Policy and Public Service would be considered beneficial

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    Written consent by a professor to serve as instructor, and approval by executive dean for public policy and public service programs.  Typically open only to juniors and seniors who are prepared for responsibilities of independent study.  Students must be a PPPS major with an overall GPA of 3.0 or better and a program GPA of 3.0 or better.  May be taken for credit up to 6 semester hours. The number of semester hours depends on the type of work and on the number of hours worked and will be determined by the executive dean.  Generally, students can expect to receive 1 s.h. per 28 hours worked. At the end of the semester, students will write and present a paper on the role of public policy and/or public service in the internship position. Students will be expected to keep a journal on their experience and to meet with the faculty mentor assigned to the course a minimum of three times to review the journal and paper preparations.  Final grades will include both on-site and academic work.  An on-site evaluation of “poor” will result in a final grade no higher than “C”.

Public Relations (PR)
  

  • PR 100 - Fundamentals of Public Relations

    Semester Hours: 3
    Fall, Spring
    Focusing on public information from two viewpoints: the communicator’s and the receiver’s. This course explores the dissemination of public information and its effect on contemporary culture. Lectures, discussions, and practical projects provide firsthand experience in the analysis of public information and media employed, from social and ethical perspectives. Course includes student evaluation of case studies and guest lectures. Outside community research and reporting time is required.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    WSC 001  and 002 .
  

  • PR 102 - Public Relations Research and Analytics

    Semester Hours: 3

    Fall, Spring

    This course is designed to provide students with an understanding of the importance of research in developing public relations strategies that impact public awareness and action. Conducting their own projects, students learn how research can be used to create and strengthen public relations campaigns. Students gain an understanding of probability sampling, research methodologies, digital and social media surveys, data analytics and report writing. Students will learn how to obtain and analyze information and how to present and communicate findings into actionable recommendations.

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    PR 100 
  

  • PR 103 - Writing for Public Relations and Media

    Semester Hours: 3

    Fall, Spring

    This course is designed to advance writing skills, news judgment, ethical decision making and sound communication principles. Through reading and writing assignments and class discussions, students examine several public relations copywriting tools and will work independently and in groups to research and develop their own samples of these tools

    Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
    PR 100 . May not be taken on a Pass/D+/D/Fail basis.
 

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