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LBST
13 courses with the subject LBST, 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.
LBST 1101The Arts and Society: Dance. (3) An introduction to dance
in the context of the arts and society. Exploration of the similarities among selected dance traditions from around the world in terms of functionality; how 20th and 21st century American concert dance, social dance, and popular entertainment dance reflect those traditions; socio- political issues evidenced in choreography through lectures, discussion, film video, and live dance performance. May not be repeated for credit. May not be taken for credit and for a grade if credit has been received for DANC 1502.
LBST 1103The Arts and Society: Music. (3) An introduction to music
in the context of the arts and society. Students experience a wide range of musical styles, approaches to musical performance, and perspectives on the diverse role of music within society in cultures from around the world. Students form communication skills by learning and applying basic musical terminology, developing critical and thoughtful listening skills, and examining how individual perspectives impact music in its creation and its acceptance. May not be repeated for credit. May not be taken for credit and for a grade if credit has been received for MUSC 1502.
LBST 1104The Arts and Society: Theater. (3) An introduction to
theater in the context of the arts and society. Analysis of the elements that make up theatrical events. The place of theater in reflecting, shaping, and critiquing society. May not be repeated for credit. May not be taken for credit and for a grade if credit has been received for THEA 1502.
LBST 1105The Arts and Society: Visual Arts. (3) An introduction to
the visual arts in the context of the arts and society. The analysis of visual culture in a variety of media and genres in different historical periods and geographic locations. The function, meaning, and politics of individual works of art and art movements. Also addresses the role of art as a site for the articulation of value systems, including gender, class, and race. May not be repeated for credit. May not be taken for credit and for a grade if credit has been received for ARTA 1502.
LBST 2101Western Cultural and Historical Awareness. (3) All
sections of this course explore a major aspect of Western culture. Particular attention is given to an examination of the constructed nature of the present through a close examination of the past and the ways that selected institutions, ideas, or practices change over time and spread in 2026-2027 UNC CHARLOTTE UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG
LBST 2102Global and Intercultural Connections. (3) All sections of
this course examine two or more cultures in their own contexts and in the contexts of the global conditions and influences that impact all major world cultures today. Particular attention is given to an analysis of the complex nature of globalization and to a consideration of both its positive and negative impacts. May not be repeated for credit.
LBST 2211Ethical Issues in Personal, Professional, and Public Life
(3) An analysis of the conceptual tools needed to make informed, responsible judgments based on the ability to think critically and knowledgeably about issues of personal, professional, and public ethics and morality. The study of a variety of ethical views and ethical issues. May not be repeated for credit.
LBST 2212Literature and Culture. (3) Examination of the connections
between literature and culture. Students are offered the opportunity to examine the roles that literature plays in reflecting, shaping, and challenging cultures. May not be repeated for credit.
LBST 2213Science, Technology, and Society. (3) The role of science
and technology in society. The appreciation and understanding of science and the public policy issues related to science and technology. Issues such as science vs. pseudo-science, the ethics of science and technology, the methods of the sciences, the importance of major scientific discoveries, and public expectations of the sciences. May not be repeated for credit.
LBST 2214Issues of Health and Quality of Life. (3) A study of
individual and social aspects of health. Analysis of individual health and illness behavior and theory; the social, political, and economic contexts of health and illness; and the broad cultural, ethical, and religious understandings of health and illness. May not be repeated for credit. May not be taken for credit and for a grade if credit has been received for HAHS 1511.
LBST 2215Citizenship. (3) (SL) A study of the concept of citizenship
as it has evolved in different cultures with an emphasis on scholarly understandings of the rights and responsibilities of citizenship. Includes an examination of the ethical dimensions of citizenship in political, social and religious contexts. Includes a service component that allows students to explore the relations of citizenship and public service. During the semester the course meets a total of 27 hours for classroom lectures and discussions and requires completion of 25 hours of voluntary service in the community. May not be repeated for credit.
LBST 2301A seminar course taught by faculty members from different
disciplines on interdisciplinary topics. The course is typically characterized by small class sizes, stimulating discussions, engagement in interdisciplinary or disciplinary inquiry, writing and revising, and presentation of an inquiry-based, interdisciplinary or disciplinary product (at a smaller scale than a capstone project). May be repeated for credit with change of topic and coursework.
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May be repeated for credit with change of topic and coursework.
