2022-2023 University Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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Religion |
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REL 293(I,D) - Topics in Religion, 2-4 credit hours
Various topics in Religion will be examined. May be repeated, provided that the topic is different.
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REL 295 - Independent Study, 1-4 credit hours
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REL 359 - Faculty-student Collaboration, Credit hours to be arranged
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REL 363(I) - Seminar in Religion, 3 or 4 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): ENG 131 and one Religion course or consent of the instructor.
Advanced examination of various topics in Religion. May be repeated, provided that the topic is different. Required for majors and minors
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REL 395 - Independent Study, 1-4 credit hours
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REL 397 - Advanced Internship, 3-4 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): One previous Religion course and ENG 131
Allows students who are interning to place their experience into a theoretical context. By combining theoretical approaches with reflection and applied activities, students will learn valuable skills that are desired in the contemporary job market. Students will be expected to complete assigned readings, write regular reflections and meet regularly with a faculty advisor. The for-credit internship registration process is handled via the Career Services Handshake platform. To register your internship for credit, please contact Career Services at career@bw.edu.
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REL 459 - Faculty-student Collaboration, Credit hours to be arranged
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REL 463(I) - Seminar in Religion, 3 or 4 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): ENG-131 and one Religion course or consent of the instructor.
Advanced examination of various topics in Religion. May be repeated, provided that the topic is different. Required for majors and minors
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REL 491 - Departmental Thesis/project, 3-4 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): Two upper level seminars
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REL 495 - Independent Study, 1-4 credit hours
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School of Health Sciences |
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SHS 100 - The 911 About Healthcare, 3 credit hours
An introductory exploration of varied professions as well as healthcare systems will be conducted through the dynamic engagement of students. This course is designed to increase students’ intellectual curiosity and critical thinking by examining diverse aspects of the healthcare industry.
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Sociology |
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SOC 100D - Principles of Sociology, 4 credit hours
Would you like to learn important life skills that will help you meet difficult challenges in life? This class introduces you to the controversial issues, competing theories, and scientific methods in sociology. You examine the impact of culture, socialization, and social institutions on human behavior. You also learn to apply the sociological perspective to a study of social class, race, gender, and deviance. Interactive computer exercises aid your understanding of key issues in society. This fun class is comparative in nature, drawing on examples from both the United States and around the world.
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SOC 180I - Archeology and Human Evolution, 3 credit hours
Voices speak from the dust in this anthropological study of human evolution, from origins through the formation of major early civilizations. Emphasis is on understanding the changing nature of the relationships between human biology, the environment, and adaptation of culture as a way of life.
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SOC 181I - Cultural Anthropology, 3 credit hours
From the exotic to the more familiar, anthropological study offers unique insights in this introduction to the nature of culture and a comparison of contemporary non-western cultures worldwide. Readings, slides and films help review cultural similarities and differences in subsistence technology, language, social organization, politics and religion. An analysis that views culture as humankind’s most important adaptive tool, a strategy for survival, also suggests cultural anthropology’s relevance for appreciating the modern world’s social, economic and ecological problems.
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SOC 201D - Social Problems, 4 credit hours
We face many challenges in society today. This course addresses selected social problems and issues in our world today. Emphasis is on conceptions and misconceptions regarding the causes of social problems at the national and international level. Possible solutions and policy implications to these problems are also explored. Working collaboratively with the Community Outreach Office at Baldwin Wallace University, students enrolled in this course may choose to work in various social agencies to address social problems in the greater Cleveland area.
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SOC 206 - Crime in Organizations, 3 credit hours
Crime isn’t always complex or committed by those in positions of power, but sometimes it is. The primary focus of this course is to acquaint students with the nature and extent of criminal behavior within an organizational context. Accordingly, the course will focus upon analyzing organizational crime and deviance within corporate, governmental and criminal justice settings. Societal attitudes, social and economic consequences and control of these activities are also addressed.
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SOC 210 - Work Matters: The Sociology of Work and Work Settings, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): At least 6 months of full time work experience.
A rewarding career requires understanding of the role work plays in our lives and the nature of different work settings. Sociologist study the way work roles interrelate on the job and in our families. We will look at issues of diversity, career paths, and the impact of organizational growth and the human toll of downsizing. We will also try to understand the role work plays in the lives of executives, professionals, middle managers, skilled and unskilled workers, and what it means to have no work role because one is unemployed. Students’ will study their own work settings as part of the course and will draw on their own work experience and career goals in class discussion.
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SOC 212 - Families, Couples and Singles, 3 credit hours
Have you ever wondered about the “health” of today’s family? The meaning of the word itself is changing, as are the circumstances around it in society. This course presents an analysis of family life and the historical development of the family through the examination of comparative family organizations in various societies. A review of recent research in American family structure is undertaken to discover the strengths, weaknesses and the future of various types of domestic lifestyles, including living together couples, single-parent families and other alternative forms. Social policies are also explored in this class.
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SOC 223 - Juvenile Delinquency and the Juvenile Justice System, 3 credit hours
This course examines competing theories of juvenile delinquency as well as measures which aid in the prevention and control of this behavior. Juvenile justice procedures and cases are presented. Attention is also given to the social consequences of juvenile delinquency and corresponding legal and social reactions.
Crosslisted: CRJ 223
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SOC 250(I) - Topics in Sociology, 3 credit hours
Content will vary. Students may take this course more than once provided that the topic is different each time. Examples: Sociology of Sport, Sociology of Religion, Policies on Aging.
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SOC 259 - Faculty-student Collaboration, Credit hours to be arranged
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SOC 260 - Death and Dying, 3 credit hours
The principal purpose of this course is to provide students with an opportunity to study death in modern society. Course objectives include: applying the sociological perspective to understanding death and dying in modern U.S. society; learning how grief is a life-long human dilemma and will study models of grief and bereavement adaptation; developing an interdisciplinary understanding of the complex nature of death in our modern healthcare system and global societies. Students will be challenged to understand the difficult ethical and moral end-of life medical decisions confronting the terminally ill, their families and health care professionals.
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SOC 263(I) - Seminars in Sociology, 1-4 credit hours
Semesters Offered: Offered occasionally on a variety of topics.
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SOC 265 - Policing of Society, 3 credit hours
This course will provide students with a knowledge of the role and functions of the police in our society. Critical issues facing the law enforcement community and our society will be addressed. The primary focus will be on the municipal level, with selective coverage of other levels (county, state, federal) as deemed necessary.
Crosslisted: CRJ 265
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SOC 270I - Terrorism: Roots and Responses, 3 credit hours
Terrorism is often touched on in the news, but how much do you really know about its causes and consequences? Among the topics that are explored are: how terrorism is defined (and sometimes justified), the factors that promote its existence, features of terrorist organizations, the impact of media coverage of terrorist incidents, and the array of counter-terrorism measures undertaken by governments. While the course examines various terrorist campaigns around the world—past and present—the emphasis is on what is sometimes referred to as the “new terrorism.” That is, religiously motivated violence involving radical Islamist factions whose terrorist tactics and extreme violence set it apart from other examples of terrorist campaigns.
Crosslisted: CRJ 270I
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SOC 280 - Research Methods, 4 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): SOC 100D . Required of all Sociology majors.
In today’s market, no matter what University graduates pursue as a career goal, they can be expected to provide scientific and objective assessments at different levels. This course is designed to help the student understand the theoretical principles on which scientific research is based and to see how those principles are reflected in the established techniques for doing research. Upon completion of this course, a student can expect to be fairly knowledgeable of concepts in and the structuring of Scientific Inquiry; Modes of Observation, with special emphasis on computer applications in data interpretation; and the social context of research. In addition to the logistical and technical matters, research ethics and relations to public policy are also covered in this course.
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SOC 281 - Data Analysis Using PASW, 4 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): PSY 278 or ECN 279 or MTH 105 , Core Math, and a research course in a discipline related to student’s specialization or consent of the instructor. Required of all Sociology majors. For Statistics minors, all other required courses in the minor need to be completed before taking this course as a capstone.
Valued by employers and graduate schools alike, this course develops marketable skills used in social science analyses as well as in other areas of research like communications, business, and health. Students use the Predictive Analytics Software (formerly Statistical Package for the Social Sciences) to create data files, recode variables, and analyze relationships in the data. Participants in the class learn how to formulate research hypotheses and empirically test them in a user-friendly computer lab. The course is based on conceptual understanding of statistical analysis and emphasizes a practical, working knowledge of various statistical tests with calculations performed by the software. Do analysis of your own choosing, starting with the data and ending with impressive tables and graphs with which to convey the findings to the world. In the end you might like data analysis like many students who took the class before you!
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SOC 282 - Qualitative Methods, 3 credit hours
Notes: Any of the following: CAS 311 , ECN 320 /321 , ASW 209 , SOC 280 , PSY 380 , POL 240
Corequisite(s): CSD 440 for Communication Sciences & Disorders majors
This course provides an overview of the techniques and protocols associated with various qualitative data collection methodologies (e.g., field observations, in-depth interviews, focus groups, and qualitative document analysis), an analysis of commonalities and differences between qualitative and quantitative methodologies, and a consideration of data analysis techniques, including computer-assisted techniques. The course will also consider issues of writing and representation of qualitative analysis, as students are expected to conduct and present research projects using the techniques discussed in class.
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SOC 288 - Environmental Sociology, 3 credit hours
What are the cultural and institutional mechanisms that have both contributed to and responded to environmental problems? This course investigates how groups conceptualize and impact natural systems by studying cultural norms and values, and studying how communities and organizations respond to environmental threats. An overview of environmental movements includes an emphasis on environmental justice, both domestically and internationally. Students will propose optimal mechanisms to transform cultural elements and social structures to achieve sustainable societies.
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SOC 290D - Gender Roles, 3 credit hours
This course examines gender dynamics from an interdisciplinary perspective. Students use scholarly publications to explore the impact of the media, politics, and the workplace on individual experiences. Both macro (social structure) and micro (interpersonal relations) perspectives and social policies are investigated. The focus is primarily on the contemporary United States, but references to other countries, particularly developing countries, will be made where appropriate.
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SOC 295 - Independent Study, 1-4 credit hours
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SOC 297 - Internship, Credit hours to be arranged
The for-credit internship registration process is handled via the Career Services Handshake platform. To register your internship for credit, please contact Career Services at career@bw.edu.
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SOC 301D - Social Inequalities, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): SOC 100D , SOC 201D or SOC 210
Have you ever wondered why some people have more than others, and why these inequalities persist in modern society? This course examines some dominant forms of inequalities, their causes, and some of the social consequences that are adjunct to the process. The course explores the ways in which these impact life in the United States and other nations, and prepares students with some the life skills that will help them cope with these and at the same time make positive changes in their society and the larger global scene. The course covers intermediate level concepts of social inequalities seen from a sociological perspective; forms, causes, and consequences of inequalities; sociological data interpretation; and cross-cultural perspectives on these issues. Social and public policies are also addressed as a necessary corollary to the topics covered in class.
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SOC 302I - Racial and Cultural Minorities, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): SOC 100D or SOC 201D
Increase your understanding of cultural conflict. Many Americans do not realize that most nations in the world have minority populations. We will use macro concepts (social structure) and micro analysis (interpersonal relations) to examine the position of African Americans, Hispanics, Asians, and major religious minorities in the U.S. in contrast with conditions of groups in several other countries, including South Africa, Northern Ireland, Brazil, and Canada. Learn a little world geography as a side benefit!
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SOC 303I - Urban Community Life, 4 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): SOC 100D or SOC 201D . Required for all Sociology majors
This course presents an overview of the historical development of the urban community. The dynamics of urbanism are studied, including population changes, different life styles, and urban ecology. An integral component of this course may involve work in the community coordinated through the Community Outreach Office. Students will actively participate in the community applying and integrating knowledge acquired in the classroom with actual programs, social policies, and concerns of the urban community.
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SOC 310 - Work in America, 4 credit hours
An examination of the meaning of work through the findings of empirical research. Executives, professionals, middle managers, skilled and unskilled workers and the unemployed are studied to learn how the tasks, personal associations and social status connected with work influence values, life style and family relationships. Students’ own work experience and career goals are incorporated into the course.
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SOC 313 - Criminology, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): SOC 100D or SOC 201D . Required of all Sociology majors
This course focuses on the sociological study of crime. The course includes an examination of the nature of criminal laws, the variety of theoretical explanations for criminal behavior, the measurement of crime, patterns of crime, and the mechanisms for control of criminal behavior.
Crosslisted: CRJ 313
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SOC 315 - Sociological Theory, 3 credit hours
Notes: Required of all Sociology majors.
Prerequisite(s): SOC 100D or SOC 201D , plus 2 additional courses in sociology.
This course provides an in-depth coverage of major theoretical contributions in sociology. Students will acquire a sense of how social theory has developed historically, understand the strengths and limitations of each theory studied, and develop an ability to evaluate and discuss theories critically. The interdisciplinary nature and relevance of social theory on contemporary society are also investigated.
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SOC 317 - Sociology of Deviance, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): SOC 100D or SOC 201D
This course studies the nature of social deviance, including an overview of differing theoretical perspectives on deviance. Emphasis is on an assessment of causality, typical life styles of various classes of deviants, current societal reaction and possible alternative responses by society to deviancy in its various forms.
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SOC 320X - Victimology, 4 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): SOC 100D or CRJ 165
This course will cover topics such as the patterns of criminal and victim relationship, theories of victimization, victims’ rights and activism, the role of victim in the criminal justice process, and problems of adjustment to victimization and compensating the victim. The various types of victims and victimizations will also be explored. Students will actively participate in the community service, applying and integrating knowledge acquired in the classroom with actual programs, social policies, and concerns of the urban community. Sections of Victimology offering experiential learning credit will include tenets of Philanthropic Learning and related content regarding the non-profit sector, grant writing and grant evaluation.
Crosslisted: CRJ 320X
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SOC 323 - Sociology of Law, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): SOC 100D (POL 207 highly recommended)
This course examines major issues and debates in the sociology of law by examining the ways in which law affects social life and the social repercussions of legal decisions. Students will be exposed to a wide range of perspectives and will draw on examples from many legal settings. The goal of this course is to survey the different ways in which sociologists think about and study law and legal institutions, legal actors, and their relationship to social change.
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SOC 330D - Protests, Movements and Social Change, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): SOC 100D or SOC 201D , plus an additional course in sociology
Social movements are collective actions by which groups bring about or resist social and political change. Power is a primary conceptual theme – how it is distributed, organized, retained or lost. The women’s movement, gay rights, the environmental movement and fundamentalism are some of the topics studied.
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SOC 344D - Aging and Society, 3 credit hours
This course examines the social, cultural and group forces involved in aging. Topics include a survey of the larger field of social gerontology (aging studies), the social psychology of the aging individual and social forces involved in the life span in various cultures. Specific issues of health and human services are also covered, such as family relationships, personal growth after retirement, and death and dying.
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SOC 345 - Medical Sociology, 3 credit hours
This course uses sociological concepts, perspectives and research methods to examine the socio-cultural aspects of health and illness, disease prevention and disease treatment. The course explores the epidemiology and social demography of health, examines the behaviors associated with health and illness, and reviews the experience of illness in various societies. Attention is given to the doctor/patient interaction, the medical professions in changing societies, and the health care delivery systems and social policies regarding medical care in the United States and other nations.
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SOC 350 - Topics In Sociology, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): SOC 100D or SOC 201D
Content will vary. Students may take this course more than once, provided that the topic is different each time. This course designation will include a significantly greater component of academic rigor and/or computer labs/service learning/additional research obligations for students enrolled in this course designation. Examples would be: Social Policies on Aging, Race and Racism from a Socio-Anthropological Perspective, or a sociological study about a particular country.
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SOC 350I - Modern China, 3 credit hours
This course provides an introduction to Chinese culture, its people, and evolving political, social and business practices. We will explore the complex processes causing rapid change and the pressing problems Chinese people face. Issues to be addressed will include rapid economic growth and development, environmental challenges, the hegemonic role of the government, and China’s emergent role in the global community. The focus is primarily on the contemporary Chinese society, but references to other countries, particularly the United States, will be made where appropriate.
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SOC 359 - Faculty-student Collaboration, Credit hours to be arranged
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SOC 361 - Corrections, 3 credit hours
This course acquaints students with an analysis of sentencing, probation, parole and a diverse number of critical issues in penology. Such issues may include the prison environment, deterrence, rehabilitation, retribution, prison violence, capital punishment, prisoners rights, and reform of the system.
Crosslisted: CRJ 361
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SOC 365 - Perspectives on Violence, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): SOC 100D or CRJ 165
Americans today seem to be much more concerned about crime, especially violent crime, than in years past. While this fear is understandable, careful consideration of the “violence problem” leads to different ideas than those generally held in the minds of most citizens and those broadcast on national television. This course is an interdisciplinary inquiry into the patterns and correlates of violence, its various forms, such as interpersonal and collective violence, and attempts to control its occurrence.
Crosslisted: CRJ 365
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SOC 386I - Global Perspectives, 4 credit hours
Notes: Recommended Preq: SOC 100D or Sophomore standing.
We live in a world where global and local events are increasingly interconnected. The primary purpose of the course is to provide a sociological interpretation of global human dynamics. Issues of concern include areas of changing political economy, ecological sustainability, and international conflict. Major theories of development, i.e., modernization, dependency, and world-system will be examined. Alternative models of development and the role of different cultures in the national quest to advancement will also be discussed. In addition, this course seeks to understand how solutions to common problems such as globalization, environmental degradation, and the war against terror will affect American society as well as the global community.
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SOC 395 - Independent Study, 1-4 credit hours
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SOC 397 - Internship, Credit hours to be arranged
The for-credit internship registration process is handled via the Career Services Handshake platform. To register your internship for credit, please contact Career Services at career@bw.edu.
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SOC 400 - Applied Sociological Research, 4 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): SOC 280 and SOC 281 , Senior standing and Sociology Major. Required of all Sociology majors.
The whole class will undertake an applied research project for an on-campus or off-campus client. The class will design the study, develop the instruments, gather the data, analyze the data, and report the findings to the client.
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SOC 450 - Sociology Proseminar, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): Junior status and Sociology Major or Minor. Required of all Sociology majors.
Integrating knowledge of sociology and its applications are the key element of this course. Students will apply knowledge gained to a special topic throughout the semester. Discussions and assignments will integrate concepts and theories from other courses in the major. Students also prepare a portfolio containing a resume, information about careers, graduate programs, and a network file. Class sessions may include meetings with Career Services and speakers on graduate schools and various career fields.
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SOC 459 - Faculty-student Collaboration, Credit hours to be arranged
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SOC 463(I) - Seminars in Sociology, 1-4 credit hours
Offered occasionally on a variety of topics.
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SOC 495 - Independent Study, 1-4 credit hours
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SOC 497 - Internship, Credit hours to be arranged
The for-credit internship registration process is handled via the Career Services Handshake platform. To register your internship for credit, please contact Career Services at career@bw.edu.
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Spanish |
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SPN 101 - Elementary Spanish I, 4 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): None. Appropriate course for beginners. Students with more than two years of high school Spanish must have special permission of the instructor to register for SPN 101.
This course is designed for students with no previous knowledge of Spanish. Students will learn basic grammar in an oral/aural context in each class. Students of Spanish 101 are expected to develop the four language skills of speaking, listening, basic reading and writing as well as an appreciation of Latino culture. Students will be exposed to native speakers of Spanish in an interactive CD ROM, tele-based program Destinos, and videos on Spain and Spanish-America.
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SPN 102 - Elementary Spanish II, 4 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): SPN 101 or equivalent.
Students of Spanish 102 are expected to enhance the four language skills of speaking listening, reading, and writing. This class will introduce the subjunctive mood, compound tenses, prepositions, and basic conversational skills. Speaking the language is greatly stressed at this level. Students will be exposed to native speakers of Spanish in an interactive CD ROM, telebased program Destinos, and videos on Spain and Spanish-America.
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SPN 201 - Intermediate Spanish I, 4 credit hours
Notes: Required of all Spanish majors.
Prerequisite(s): SPN 102 or equivalent. SPN 201 is an appropriate entry point for most students with more than two years of high school Spanish.
One purpose of this class is to review what the student already learned and to expand on her/his first year of Spanish at BW. This is a grammar class with an introduction to cultural and literary readings. All skills (reading, writing, listening, and speaking), as well as the three basic fields (grammar, literature, and culture) will be emphasized during the course.
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SPN 202 - Intermediate Spanish II, 4 credit hours
Notes: Required of all Spanish majors.
Prerequisite(s): SPN 201 or equivalent.
An expansion of Spanish language skills developed with exercises in conversation, oral comprehension, composition based on cultural and literary readings.
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SPN 240I - Contemporary Spain and Latin America, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): None. Given in English. May be taken for major credit if out-of-class research and report is done in Spanish.
A study and discussion of ongoing and developing events in any field, which present themselves in Spain and Latin America. The course also includes readings and discussions of the Hispanic character and pertinent topics in intercultural communication.
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SPN 250I - Techniques of Spanish Translation, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): SPN 202 and SPN 301I or equivalent.
A brief introduction to theories of translation followed by practical experience translating various texts.
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SPN 260I - Commercial Spanish, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): SPN 202 or equivalent advanced standing with permission of instructor.
An introduction to commercial and technical terms in Spanish with practice in business correspondence.
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SPN 262(I) - Seminar Taught in English, 1-4 credit hours
A close study of a selected topic in Spanish. May be repeated if a different topic is offered.
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SPN 263I - Seminar, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): SPN 202 or permission of instructor.
A close study of a selected topic in Spanish. May be repeated if a different topic is offered. Depending on the topic this course may substitute for courses required of the Spanish minor or major.
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SPN 265D - Latino Culture in the United States, 3 credit hours
Notes: This course will be offered in English.
This course explores the diversity of the Latino experience across different regions in the United States. Course readings will not only include literary texts, but also work by scholars in Latino Studies, Linguistics, Anthropology, and Urban Studies. Students will examine important moments in Latino cultural history including the United Farmworkers Movement, the Los Angeles Mural project, a variety of musical traditions, the consolidation of Spanglish, and the emergence of what has been called “Latino” literature. In addition to studying these expressions of Latino culture in the United States, students will also consider how new technologies (globalized media, social media, etc.) have impacted the development of more globalized Latino identities.
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SPN 270S - Spanish for Healthcare Providers, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): SPN 102 or higher level language course
Spanish for Healthcare Providers is designed to give students a fundamental background in the Spanish that is spoken in healthcare settings and a greater understanding of Latino culture in the United States. More broadly, this course asks students to consider the legal, ethical, and cultural challenges of delivering health care to a culturally and linguistically diverse population. Through conversation practice, simulated oral situations, readings, vocabulary exercises, exams, and short papers in both English and Spanish students will learn to communicate in Spanish in a wide range of situations pertinent to health-related scenarios.
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SPN 294 - Workshop in Spanish, .5 credit hours
Notes: May be repeated for credit.
Prerequisite(s): SPN 102 or equivalent recommended.
Practicum in Spanish oral expression. Designed to work on spontaneous interpersonal communication in a supportive and convivial setting. Focus on informal conversation, discussions, debates, and interviews. Spanish music, popular culture, and current events might serve as a springboard for conversation. The workshop might also involve staging a theatrical performance, and/or experiential Spanish activities in the Cleveland area during some minimesters. Students will participate in ongoing assessment of their skills and work towards making individual progress.
Graded: S/U
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SPN 295 - Independent Study, 1-4 credit hours
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SPN 297 - Internship, Credit hours to be arranged
The for-credit internship registration process is handled via the Career Services Handshake platform. To register your internship for credit, please contact Career Services at career@bw.edu.
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SPN 301I - Advanced Spanish I, 3 credit hours
Notes: Required of all Spanish majors. Equivalent to the former SPN-221I course.
Prerequisite(s): SPN 202 or consent of the instructor.
This course emphasizes the development of students’ oral proficiency in Spanish through the enrichment of vocabulary, improvement of pronunciation, and review of select grammar topics. Selected cultural and literary readings centering on contemporary Spain and Latin America will form the basis for classroom discussions and presentations. Speaking the language is greatly stressed at this level.
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SPN 302I - Advanced Spanish II, 4 credit hours
Notes: Required of all Spanish majors. Equivalent to the former SPN-335I course.
Prerequisite(s): ENG 131 , SPN 202 or equivalent.
This course will focus on further refining and strengthening students’ command of advanced grammar topics studied in Intermediate II (SPN 202 ) while developing the ability to produce formal academic arguments in Spanish. Selected cultural and literary readings centered on contemporary issues in the Spanish-speaking world will form the basis for classroom discussions, writing workshops, essay assignments, and a formal research project.
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SPN 310I - Spanish Culture and Civilization, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): SPN 202 or equivalent.
A study of the historical and social development of Spanish culture and civilization.
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SPN 311I - Spanish-American Civilization, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): SPN 202 or equivalent.
A study of the historical, political, economic and cultural development of Latin America.
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SPN 375I - Survey of Spanish Literature, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): SPN 302I or equivalent.
A study of the major literary movements, representative authors and selections from their works from the 12th century to the 20th century. Short stories, poetry, essays and the theater are included.
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SPN 376I - Survey of Spanish-American Literature, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): SPN 302I or equivalent.
A study and interpretation of a select number of major literary works from Latin America.
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SPN 395 - Independent Study, 1-4 credit hours
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SPN 397 - Internship, Credit hours to be arranged
The for-credit internship registration process is handled via the Career Services Handshake platform. To register your internship for credit, please contact Career Services at career@bw.edu.
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SPN 463 - Seminar, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): Advanced standing and permission of instructor.
SPN 463 is intended to be a capstone seminar which builds on a significant understanding of Hispanic Studies. Topics may vary. Students may take the course twice if different topics are offered.
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SPN 495 - Independent Study, 1-4 credit hours
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SPN 497 - Internship, Credit hours to be arranged
The for-credit internship registration process is handled via the Career Services Handshake platform. To register your internship for credit, please contact Career Services at career@bw.edu.
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Sport Management |
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SPM 223 - The History of Sport, 3 credit hours
This course offers a study of history of American and International Professional, Recreational and Collegiate Sport. Primary areas of study include the historical significance of past events and how they have shaped the present development of professional, collegiate and recreational sports.
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SPM 233 - Sport in Society, 3 credit hours
Notes: Cross-listed with SOC 250(I) .
This course is designed to encourage students to critically analyze how sport relates to general features of social relations and to provide insight into the institutional arrangements and cultural values of US society. The course is framed by a critical evaluative perspective, which provides opportunities for students to examine how social class, ethnicity, race and gender relations contour sport practices. The underlying assumption of the course is that sport practices can both reproduce and transform dominant ideologies and stereotypes existing in US society.
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SPM 243 - Introduction to Sport Management, 3 credit hours
This course is designed to be the foundation or introductory course for sport management majors. The historical development of sport management as a profession and as an academic discipline is traced. The diverse variety of opportunities in sport management is presented. Selected functional areas of contemporary sport management are surveyed relative to supervisory responsibilities of the sport management professional.
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SPM 244 - Sport Research & Analytics, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): SPM 243 and MTH 120 /121 or higher
Research and analytics both play an increasingly large role in the operations of sport organizations. By looking at the theory, development, application of research and statistical concepts, and data analytics, this course will explore how sport organizations utilize research and data in the creation of predictive and decision making models. Additionally the course considers the application of research and analytics in sport for purposes of in-game strategy, player performance, team management, sport operations, marketing research, and fantasy competitions, among many other topics.
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SPM 245 - Sport Technology, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): SPM 243
This course helps students develop the technological savvy to work in a variety of sport contexts from a team video department to marketing, public relations, or social media. This course will guide students through the basics of video editing, image creation and modification, and layout development which will allow them to contribute to a variety of departments across sport organizations.
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SPM 340 - Program Organization & Administration, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): Junior/Senior standing or consent of instructor
This course examines management and administrative issues as they relate to sport and recreation programs, departments, and organizations. Topics include the nature of management and leadership, organizational structure, labor and staffing issues, governance & operations, program budgeting and resource planning, strategic management, scheduling, and program development.
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SPM 343 - Legal Issues in Sport Management, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): SPM 243 or consent of instructor. Legal Studies minors may substitute POL 207 for the prerequisite.
This course is designed to focus on legal issues and interpretation of the law as it applies to sports and recreation. In particular, students will be exposed to the legal responsibilities that impact the decision making and risk management processes in sports and recreation organizations. Topics include contracts, torts, regulation of sports, and legal principles as applied to the administration and management of sports programs.
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SPM 344 - Sport Management & Media Relations, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): ENG 131 , SPM 243 or consent of instructor
The content of the course focuses primarily on print and broadcast media, and sports journalism, and includes study of the public relations responsibilities of coaches, athletic directors, and the sports information director.
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SPM 346 - Sport Marketing, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): SPM 243 and MKT 230 (MKT 230 may be taken concurrently)
Principles of marketing sport at the amateur, collegiate, and professional levels are examined, with special emphasis placed on consumer behavior, promotional licensing, sponsorship, fundraising, and the understanding of sport as a product.
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SPM 348 - Ethics in Sport Management, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): SPM 223 , SPM 233 & SPM 243
This course is designed to link principles of moral reasoning, social responsibility, and personal values to choices made by participants, spectators and sport administrators. Specific areas for consideration include violence in sport, racial equality, gender equality, honesty and fair play, and ethical considerations in sport technology.
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SPM 349 - The Industry of Sport, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): Core Math, SPM 243 or HTM 240 , ECN 200 or ECN 201 , and ACC 211 or ACC 213 , or consent of instructor
Issues of financial management in sport and sport-related industries are examined. The economic models of professional sport, Olympic sport, and collegiate athletics are presented, including issues related to financing, sources of revenue, athlete compensation, and the economic impact of each model of sport. This course fulfills the core quantitative extension requirement.
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SPM 350 - Professional Sport Industry, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): SPM 243 , BUS 108 , or MGT 205
This course is designed to examine aspects related to the professional sport industry. Primary areas of study include the organizational structure of teams (major and minor league), the responsibilities of each department, the role of league offices or governing bodies, and the impact of athlete agents. The course examines both team and individual sports. The course will benefit students who are pursuing a career in professional sports at the team level, league level, or as an agent.
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SPM 351 - Collegiate Athletics, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): SPM 243 , BUS 108 , or MGT 205
This course is designed to examine aspects related to collegiate athletics. Primary areas of study include the organizational structure of collegiate athletic departments, the responsibilities of each department, and the role of the NCAA or governing bodies. The course examines NCAA Division I, II, III and NAIA collegiate athletics. The course will benefit students who are pursuing a career in collegiate athletics at the administrative level or coaching level.
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SPM 353 - Sport Sales and Sponsorship, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): SPM 243 and junior or senior standing
This course is designed to offer students the opportunity to gain real-world experience in the sales process of major professional sports organizations. This course will put into practice the fundamentals and background in ticket sales and sponsorship sales, the sales process, and the importance of customer service and retention learned in previous coursework. The course presents the opportunity for students to sell products that are unique to the sport industry. The course will benefit students who are pursuing a career in sports or would like to work for a team, where the primary source of revenue is ticket sales and sponsorships.
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SPM 360I - Global Sport Industry, 3 credit hours
This course is designed to expose students to the expanding Global Sport Industry. The course focuses on the social, political, and economic impact and publications of sport internationally. A trip abroad is preceded by intensive lecture and discussion on the unique complexities of global sport.
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SPM 450 - Facility/Event Management, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): SPM 243 or HTM 240 ; and junior/senior standing or consent of instructor
This course is an examination of the management of sport and/or leisure events, including such components as planning, financial management, risk management, facility management, personnel management, and the administration, implementation and evaluation of the event.
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SPM 452 - Sport Management Capstone, 3 credit hours
Prerequisite(s): Senior standing
This course is designed to be the final or among final courses taken in the required curriculum in sport management. Course activities and assignments will focus on synthesizing and integrating the knowledge and skills that the student has accumulated throughout the sport management curriculum.
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