10 courses with the subject SO, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
SO 250Mindfulness and Creative Identity3
This class will explore identity through a psychological and sociological lens. Mindful practices such as meditation and guided breathing will be incorporated into the class to encourage a deep level of consciousness, self-awareness, and understanding. Topics will include personal identity, role identity, social identity, and collective identity. Assignments will include daily mindfulness tracking and journaling, responses to essays and videos, and a final project. Readings may include poetry, essays and philosophical writings about identity. Fulfills: Social Science Elective or Liberal Arts Elective; Art Therapy Minor elective
Reading and Critical Thinking and Research and Rhetoric (grade of C- or higher required in each course)
SO 300Exploring Emotional Intelligence3
This course will study and examine the claim of why Emotional Intelligence is considered one of the keys to personal, career and social success. What does Emotional Intelligence really mean? Students will discover the key concepts in the field of EI, study the EI components and models, and understand and develop key EI skills such as self- awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship management, empathy, motivation, resilience, influence, trust etc. Together we will examine EI’s application and strategies for self-improvement, teamwork, customer service, and building relationships. This course is important for anybody who wants to develop a better understanding of themselves and others. Through a mix of self-assessments, discussions, case studies, team assignments and practical exercises, students will develop awareness and practical strategies for being in touch with your and others’ emotions. Fulfills: Social Science Elective or Liberal Arts Elective; Art Therapy Minor elective
Reading and Critical Thinking and Research and Rhetoric (grade of C- or higher required in each course)
SO 305Contemporary Social Problems3
An analysis of the origin and development of selected social problems and their impact on society. Topics may include poverty, crime, racism, violence, substance abuse, and sexually-transmitted diseases. Fulfills: Social Science Elective or Liberal Arts Elective; Art Education Diversity Elective; Art Therapy Minor elective
Reading and Critical Thinking and Research and Rhetoric (grade of C- or higher required in each course)
SO 310Diversity in the US3
The peoples of the United States are characterized by rich diversity. In this course, students explore this diversity by focusing on such topics as race, ethnicity, gender, and sexual preference. The social and political dimensions of diversity in the US are examined in order to broaden the student's knowledge and appreciation of the variety of human experience in the US. Fulfills: Social Science Elective or Liberal Arts Elective; Art Education Minor Diversity Elective
Reading and Critical Thinking and Research and Rhetoric (grade of C- or higher required in each course)
SO 311Politics and the Media3
Modern political life is largely played out in the media. This course examines how electronic and print media influence public opinion and shape the ways in which political issues are perceived. Also considered are the ways that political actors seek to influence how issues are portrayed in the media. The course considers such topics as: objectivity and the news media; political advertising; "talk radio", and how films and television can influence ideas about political issues. Fulfills: Social Science Elective or Liberal Arts Elective
Reading and Critical Thinking and Research and Rhetoric (grade of C- or higher required in each course)
SO 370Developmental Psychology3
An examination of the physical, emotional, cognitive, and behavioral growth of human beings. Topics covered include the nature-nurture question, the issue of stages or continuous growth, anthropological perspectives, and educational implications of childhood development. While the major emphasis will be on general development, the course will also focus on the development of drawing, picture perception, and the aesthetic sense. Fulfills: Social Science Elective or Liberal Arts Elective or Art Education Psychology Requirement Elective (Art Education students); Art Education Minor elective; Art Therapy Minor requirement Page 66 of 91
Reading and Critical Thinking and Research and Rhetoric (grade of C- or higher required in each course)
SO 375Psychology of Art, Creativity and Play3
A study of the theory of creativity, the creative process, and factors that aid or hinder creativity, as well as the psychology of innovation, play, motivation, perception and expression. A study of theoretical positions in the psychology of creativity, art, games and play. The objective of the course is two-fold. The course will help students think critically about their own creative process; and how creativity, arts and play in a broad sense can be understood in a psychological framework. It will also explore key questions and theoretical positions in the psychology of games and play. Fulfills: Social Science Elective or Liberal Arts Elective or Art Education Psychology Requirement Elective (Art Education students) or Games, Toys and Play Requirement (GTP students); Art Education Minor elective; Art
Reading and Critical Thinking and Research and Rhetoric (grade of C- or higher required in each course)
SO 380Abnormal Psychology3
This course provides an in-depth exploration of abnormal psychology from a biological, psychological, and sociocultural perspective. The curriculum explores psychopathology—anxiety, neurosis, psychosis, and depression— focusing on prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. Emphasis is placed on evidence-based interventions and arts- based therapies in clinical practice and case study analysis. Fulfills: Social Science Elective or Liberal Arts Elective or Art Education Psychology Requirement Elective (Art Education students); Art Therapy Minor requirement
Reading and Critical Thinking and Research and Rhetoric (grade of C- or higher required in each course)
SO 395398 Topics in Social Science3
This course provides an in-depth study of a time period or topic in social science. The topic may be selected to take advantage of special events, to allow further exploration of a subject covered in a preliminary way in other courses, or to explore areas not sufficiently covered by the regular class rotation. Fulfills: Social Science Elective or Liberal Arts Elective
