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58 courses with the subject THA, 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.

THA 100Acting I3

Subject: THA
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Type: course
Edition: 2017-2019
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THA 1000Acting I: Script Analysis3

An introduction to the fundamentals of acting focusing on generating specific and truthful storytelling. The course enables the actor to approach a script with confidence, engage text analysis tools, and successfully apply those skills to enlivened scene work. Two key texts from Contemporary American Theatre will be explored for playable actions through student participation in a studio format.

Subject: THA
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
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THA 1010Acting I: Embodied Communication

Subject: THA
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
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THA 105THEATRE ARTS STUDIO I3

This is the first course in an eight semester sequence. It is the introduction to multi-discipline conservatory training. Each course builds on the skills developed in the previous semester and incrementally introduces and refines musical theatre performance techniques. Instruction is based on participation in a studio format, which includes coursework in acting singing and dancing, augmented by study in script analysis, movement and private voice lessons. This first course will focus on developing a strong foundation of the fundamental techniques essential for the musical theatre performer. Corequisites: THA 100, THA 124. (Offered Fall) Studio fee -$3,000.00.

Subject: THA
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: credits
Type: course
Edition: 2017-2019
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THA 1050Theatre Arts Studio I3

This is the first course in an eight-semester sequence. It is the introduction to multi-discipline conservatory training. Each course builds on the skills developed in the previous semester and incrementally introduces and refines musical theatre performance techniques. Instruction is based on participation in a studio format, which includes coursework in acting, singing and dancing, augmented by study in script analysis, movement and private voice lessons. This first course will focus on developing a strong foundation of the fundamental techniques essential for the musical theatre performer.

Subject: THA
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
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THA 110THEATRE ARTS STUDIO II3

This is the second course in the eight semester multi-discipline conservatory training sequence. It builds upon and develops the skills introduced in THA 105.

Subject: THA
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: credits
Type: course
Edition: 2017-2019
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Prerequisite: THA 100, THA 105, THA 124. Corequisites: PED 147, THA 215. (Offered Spring) Studio Fee: $3,000.00.

THA 1100Theatre Arts Studio II3

This is the second course in the eight semester multi-discipline conservatory training sequence. It builds upon and develops the skills introduced in THA 1050.

Subject: THA
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
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THA 124VOICE AND SPEECH FOR ACTING3

(formerly COM 125; formerly Voice and Diction for Acting) An introduction to foundational techniques of voice and speech production for actors. Topics covered in voice production will include alignment, relaxation, breath support and supply, phonation, resonance, and range. Students will also be introduced to the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA), and practice skills of articulation to achieve maximum intelligibility in performance. Corequisites: THA 100, THA 105. (Offered Fall)

Subject: THA
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: credits
Type: course
Edition: 2017-2019
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THA 1240Voice and Speech I3

An introduction to foundational techniques of voice and speech production for actors. Topics covered in voice production will include alignment, relaxation, breath support and supply, phonation, resonance, and range. Students will also be introduced to the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA), and practice skills of articulation to achieve maximum intelligibility in performance.

Subject: THA
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
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THA 1501Dance Elective I2

This course is designed to expose the student to dance techniques from an experiential and demonstrative perspective. For Theatre Arts majors only.

Subject: THA
Credits (min): 2
Credits (max): 2
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
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THA 200ACTING II: STORY THEATRE PROJECT3

(formerly COM 221; formerly Acting II) This course is a continuation of the skills developed in THA 100 Acting I and THA 124 Voice and Speech Acting. In this course, students will learn the fundamentals of creating an ensemble production from extant literary texts, through the exploration of imaginative voice and body work to create atmosphere, set, character, and story. The course will culminate in a presentation of a workshop ensemble theatre piece. Students will undertake 408 lessons and exercises in storytelling and character work, using the voice and body, imagination, and ensemble techniques. Lessons and exercises will be drawn from the Michael Chekhov technique, devised theatre techniques, pantomime techniques, and story theatre techniques.

Subject: THA
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: credits
Type: course
Edition: 2017-2019
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Prerequisite: PED 147, THA 110, THA 215. Corequisites: PED 149, THA 205. (Offered Fall)

THA 2000Acting II: Devised Theatre Project3

This course is a continuation of the skills developed in THA 1000 Acting I: Script Analysis and THA 1240 Voice and Speech for Acting. In this course, students will learn the fundamentals of creating a devised ensemble work from extant literary texts, through the exploration of imaginative voice and body work to create atmosphere, set, character and story. The course will culminate in a presentation of a devised workshop ensemble theatre piece. Students will undertake lessons and exercises in storytelling and character work, using the voice and body, imagination and ensemble techniques. Techniques in devised theatre creation will be examined and taught, and ensemble collaboration will be a guiding principle.

Subject: THA
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
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THA 205THEATRE ARTS STUDIO III4

This is the third course in the eight semester multi-discipline conservatory training sequence. It continues to develop and refine the skills explored in THA 105 and THA 110, and adds coursework in Vocal Performance techniques.

Subject: THA
Credits (min): 4
Credits (max): 4
Credit unit: credits
Type: course
Edition: 2017-2019
Source: molloy.smartcatalogiq.com
Prerequisite: PED 147, THA 110, THA 215. Corequisite: PED 149, THA 200. (Offered Fall) Studio Fees - $3,000.00.

THA 2050Theatre Arts Studio III4

This is the third course in the eight semester multi-discipline conservatory training sequence. It continues to develop and refine the skills explored in THA 1050 and THA 1100, and adds coursework in Vocal Performance techniques.

Subject: THA
Credits (min): 4
Credits (max): 4
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
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THA 210THEATRE ARTS STUDIO IV4

This is the fourth course in the eight semester multi-discipline conservatory training sequence. It continues to develop and refine the skills explored in THA 205, and adds coursework in Musical Scene Study techniques.

Subject: THA
Credits (min): 4
Credits (max): 4
Credit unit: credits
Type: course
Edition: 2017-2019
Source: molloy.smartcatalogiq.com
Prerequisite: PED 149, THA 200, THA 205. Corequisite: THA 250. (Offered Spring) Studio Fee- $3,000.00.

THA 2100Theatre Arts Studio IV4

This is the fourth course in the eight semester multi-discipline conservatory training sequence. It continues to develop and refine the skills explored in THA 2050, and adds coursework in Musical Scene Study techniques.

Subject: THA
Credits (min): 4
Credits (max): 4
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
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THA 215HISTORY OF MUSICAL THEATRE3

This course will explore the origins and development of Musical Theatre, from its inception to the current repertoire. The development of musicals will be examined from various lenses: historical, social, political, aesthetic. Staging and musical innovations will be explored.

Subject: THA
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: credits
Type: course
Edition: 2017-2019
Source: molloy.smartcatalogiq.com
Prerequisite: THA 100, THA 105, THA 124. Corequisites: THA 110, PED 147. (Offered Spring)

THA 2150History of Musical Theatre3

Subject: THA
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
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THA 230STAGECRAFT I3

(formerly COM 250) An introduction to the elements of stage and scenic design. Through group and individual assignments, the course will prepare students to work in the areas of lighting design, sound design, reinforcement and recording, set and prop construction, scenic painting, stage management, as well as theatrical design and concept development. Two-point perspective, basic drawing skills, rendering, power and hand tools and sound and light board operation are some of the core skills presented with an emphasis on creativity, problem solving, communication and safety.

Subject: THA
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: credits
Type: course
Edition: 2017-2019
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THA 250COMPOSER PROJECT3

The purpose of this course is to enable the actor to sustain and further develop the skills acquired in Vocal Performance and employ them in a rehearsal and public performance setting. The focus of the course will be on the application of breaking songs into beats, finding actions, creating a specific scene partner relationship, appropriate vocal technique, employing physicality, and text analysis/research to illuminate comprehension of a lyric and the overall journey of the song. Material from the canon of a successful musical theatre composer will be chosen and songs will be studied in classroom, rehearsed and performed.

Subject: THA
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: credits
Type: course
Edition: 2017-2019
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Prerequisite: PED 149, THA 200, THA 205. Corequisite: THA 210. (Offered Spring)

THA 300ENSEMBLE: POP ROCK3

(formerly Ensemble) This course explores the genera of pop-rock music as it relates to theatre performance. The focus of the course is on incorporating and refining vocal, acting and movement techniques from the previous course work, culminating in a public performance. 310, THA 324. (Offered Spring)

Subject: THA
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: credits
Type: course
Edition: 2017-2019
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Prerequisite: THA 305, THA 320, THA 351. Corequisites: THA

THA 305THEATRE ARTS STUDIO V4

This is the fifth course in the eight semester multi-discipline conservatory training sequence. It continues to develop and refine the skills explored in THA 210 and adds introductory coursework in audition techniques.

Subject: THA
Credits (min): 4
Credits (max): 4
Credit unit: credits
Type: course
Edition: 2017-2019
Source: molloy.smartcatalogiq.com
Prerequisite: THA 210, THA 250. Corequisites: THA 320, THA 351. (Offered Fall) Studio Fee- $3,000.00.

THA 3050Theatre Arts Studio V4

This is the fifth course in the eight semester multi-discipline conservatory training sequence. It continues to develop and refine the skills explored in THA 2100 and focuses on refining Musical Scene Study techniques.

Subject: THA
Credits (min): 4
Credits (max): 4
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
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THA 310THEATRE ARTS STUDIO VI4

This is the sixth course in the eight semester multi-discipline conservatory training sequence. It continues to develop and refine the skills explored in THA 305.

Subject: THA
Credits (min): 4
Credits (max): 4
Credit unit: credits
Type: course
Edition: 2017-2019
Source: molloy.smartcatalogiq.com
Prerequisite: THA 305, THA 320, THA 351. Corequisites: THA 300, THA 324. (Offered Spring) Studio Fee- $3,000.00.

THA 3100Theatre Arts Studio VI4

This is the sixth course in the eight semester multi-discipline conservatory training sequence. It continues to develop and refine the skills explored in THA 3050 and adds introductory coursework in audition techniques.

Subject: THA
Credits (min): 4
Credits (max): 4
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
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THA 320ACTING IN SHAKESPEARE3

The course will focus on the practical and analytical methodologies required to successfully perform the plays of Shakespeare and his contemporaries. The students will begin with sonnets, work on the common scene and then individual scenes chosen for them by the instructor.

Subject: THA
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: credits
Type: course
Edition: 2017-2019
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THA 3200Acting in Shakespeare3

The course will focus on the practical and analytical methodologies required to successfully perform the plays of Shakespeare and his contemporaries. The students will begin with sonnets or soliloquies, work on the common scene and then individual scenes chosen for them by the instructor.

Subject: THA
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
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THA 3220Introduction to Stage Management2

This course introduces actors to the practice of stage management and teaches students the protocols that are followed in the rehearsal process. The course will focus on the tasks that a stage manager performs, beginning with pre-production planning all the way through the closing of a production. The course will teach how to create production paperwork. By the end of this course, students will understand what a stage manager does and have their own production templates to run a show.

Subject: THA
Credits (min): 2
Credits (max): 2
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
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THA 324VOICE AND SPEECH FOR ACTING II3

Expands upon the skills taught in THA 124 Voice and Speech for Acting, applying them to increasingly challenging dramatic texts. The course prepares the actor for advanced engagement with the skills of voice production, speech, heightened language, and dialect.

Subject: THA
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: credits
Type: course
Edition: 2017-2019
Source: molloy.smartcatalogiq.com
Prerequisite: THA 305, THA 320, THA 351. Corequisites: THA 300, THA 310. (Offered Spring)

THA 3240Voice and Speech II3

Expands upon the skills taught in THA 1240 Voice and Speech I, applying them to increasingly challenging dramatic texts. The course prepares the actor for advanced engagement with the skills of voice production, speech, heightened language, and dialect.

Subject: THA
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
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THA 335PLAYWRITING AND DRAMATIC STRUCTURE3

(formerly COM 335) An introduction to the craft of playwriting. The course will study the theatre as a storytelling medium and will involve both the analysis of plays and the development of writing skills. Students will be required to complete a series of exercises culminating in the writing of a one-act play.

Subject: THA
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: credits
Type: course
Edition: 2017-2019
Source: molloy.smartcatalogiq.com
Prerequisite: THA 210. (Offered Fall)

THA 3350Playwriting and Dramatic Structure3

An introduction to the craft of playwriting. The course will study the theatre as a storytelling medium and will involve both the analysis of plays and the development of writing skills. Students will be required to complete a series of exercises culminating in the writing of a one-act play. (Elective)

Subject: THA
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
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THA 341HISTORY OF THEATRE3

(also ENG 341; formerly COM 241; COM 341; ENG 241) The origin and development of the theatre from the Greeks to the present; the evolution of various types of plays, changing theatrical styles, physical aspects of the theatre in relation to th cultural setting.

Subject: THA
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: credits
Type: course
Edition: 2017-2019
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THA 342DIRECTING3

The purpose of this course is to explore fundamental principles of directing. Students will study and practice techniques for visual story-telling and learn basic principles of staging towards an understanding of how to utilize a stage ground plan and move actors through space. Elements of script analysis will be explored, as well as the relationship between actor and director. The class will consist of staging exercises and will culminate in the direction of a 10-minute play.

Subject: THA
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: credits
Type: course
Edition: 2017-2019
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Prerequisite: THA 210. (Offered Spring)

THA 3420Directing3

Subject: THA
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
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THA 350CREATIVE DRAMA FOR THEATRE3

The purpose of this course is to expose the student to the creation, rehearsal process and production of a devised musical theatre piece. The focus will be on integrating and applying acting, singing and dancing techniques to the creation of theatrical stories, music and dramatic structure. The course culminates in a public performance.

Subject: THA
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: credits
Type: course
Edition: 2017-2019
Source: molloy.smartcatalogiq.com
Prerequisite: THA 300, THA 310, THA 324. Corequisite: THA 405. (Offered Fall)

THA 351SONG AND DANCE PROJECT3

This course occurs in the second half of the semester. Students prepare and perform a Song & Dance Project. This unit focuses applying the basic techniques of Jazz, Modern, Ballet and Tap, together with acting and singing techniques, to create a “Song and Dance” presentation. Exercises will be used to demonstrate the application of basic acting, dance and vocal technique, the application of alignment/posture/placement, care of the body, strength, flexibility, expression of movement, stamina, musicality and style.

Subject: THA
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: credits
Type: course
Edition: 2017-2019
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THA 3510Song and Dance Project3

Students prepare and perform a Song & Dance Project. This course focuses applying the basic techniques of Jazz, Theatre Dance, Ballet and Tap, together with acting and singing techniques, to create a "Song and Dance" presentation. Exercises will be used to demonstrate basic acting, dance and vocal technique, and the application of alignment/posture/placement, care of the body, strength, flexibility, expression of movement, stamina, musicality and style.

Subject: THA
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
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THA 399PRODUCTION1-3

Participation in department productions as assigned: in performance or as crew.

Subject: THA
Credits (min): 1
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: credits
Type: course
Edition: 2017-2019
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THA 400THEATRE PRODUCTION MAINSTAGE3

(formerly COM 337; formerly Theatre Production) The purpose of this capstone course is to synthesize and refine the artists’ application of acting, singing and dancing techniques by participating in a full production of a musical.

Subject: THA
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: credits
Type: course
Edition: 2017-2019
Source: molloy.smartcatalogiq.com
Prerequisite: THA 305, THA 320, THA 351. (Offered Fall, Spring)

THA 4000Theatre Production I3

The purpose of this capstone course is to synthesize and refine the artists’ application of acting, singing and dancing techniques by participating in a full production of a musical.

Subject: THA
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
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THA 4010Theatre Production II3

Students learn to apply their musical theatre training through application in stage productions. At the same time, they learn the protocols and practices of working with a full production team (stage management, deck crew, design creatives, etc.) in a theatre. Building on their sophomore project credits (Devised Theatre, Song and Dance), plus any other Production credits, this production credit is one part of a sequence of four Mainstage Production credits over junior and senior year.

Subject: THA
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
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THA 4020Theatre Production III3

Students learn to apply their musical theatre training through application in stage productions. At the same time, they learn the protocols and practices of working with a full production team (stage management, deck crew, design creatives, etc.) in a theatre. Building on their Theatre Production I credit (THA 4000 in Junior year), this production credit is for students in their Senior year.

Subject: THA
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

THA 4030Theatre Production IV3

Students learn to apply their musical theatre training through application in stage productions. At the same time, they learn the protocols and practices of working with a full production team (stage management, deck crew, design creatives, etc.) in a theatre. Building on their Theatre Production I credits (THA 4000 in Junior year), this production credit is for students in their Senior year.

Subject: THA
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

THA 405THEATRE ARTS STUDIO VII

This is the seventh course in the eight semester multi-discipline conservatory training sequence. It continues to develop and refine the skills explored in THA 310 and concentrates on integrating and synthesizing all previously explored techniques to develop a comprehensive approach to musical theatre performance. Prerequisites: THA 300, THA 310, THA 324. credits

Subject: THA
Type: course
Edition: 2017-2019
Source: molloy.smartcatalogiq.com
Corequisite: THA 350. (Offered Fall) Studio Fee-$3,000.00. 4

THA 4050Theatre Arts Studio VII4

This is the seventh course in the eight semester multi-discipline conservatory training sequence. It continues to develop and refine the skills explored in THA 3100 and concentrates on integrating and synthesizing all previously explored techniques to develop a comprehensive approach to musical theatre performance.

Subject: THA
Credits (min): 4
Credits (max): 4
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
Source: molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

THA 410(Offered Spring)3

Subject: THA
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: credits
Type: course
Edition: 2017-2019
Source: molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

THA 4100Theatre Arts Studio VIII4

This is the final course in the eight semester multi-discipline conservatory training sequence. It continues to develop and refine the skills explored in THA 4050. In support of THA 4900 Practicum, it adds the exploration of audition monologues and audition side work. The private vocal lesson is replaced with a private vocal coaching.

Subject: THA
Credits (min): 4
Credits (max): 4
Type: course
Edition: 2026-2027
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THA 415Practicum

Complete 3 credits of THA electives under consultation with advisor.

Subject: THA
Type: course
Edition: 2017-2019
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THA 465THEATRE INTERNSHIP3

(formerly COM 465) An opportunity for semester or summer involvement in professional theatre. Students will be supervised by department faculty and by designated professionals in the field. Students are required to complete 120 hours at their internship site and will attend a weekly scheduled meetings with their supervising professor. (Offered Spring)

Subject: THA
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: credits
Type: course
Edition: 2017-undergraduate
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THA 470INDEPENDENT STUDY3

Specialized, self-directed study or project of a topic not availabl within the scheduled courses under the direction of a faculty member. Must be approved by departmental chairperson.

Subject: THA
Credits (min): 3
Credits (max): 3
Credit unit: credits
Type: course
Edition: 2017-2019
Source: molloy.smartcatalogiq.com

THA 4701Independent Study1