Course Schedule

AFRICANA STUDIES

AFS 100-041 The Africanan American Experience (  asynchronous online) (3)

Examines the historical and contemporary manifestations of the sacred and secular continuum in African Diaspora Arts and Religion. Will study examples of music, dance, drama, literature and visual arts expressions of religion and theological values.

Dates: 5/18/24 - 6/25/24
Days: online
Times: online
Location: online
Instructor: Faraji
Fee: $909
CRN: 32346

AFS 332-041 Key Movements: Harlem Renaissance (  asynchronous online) (3)

Explores the artistic productions of key figures, scholarly works analyzing significant events and films of the time. Focuses on works examining race, culture, and social issues pertinent to people of African descent. Explores how the Harlem Renaissance influenced later movements.

Dates: 5/18/24 - 6/25/24
Days: online
Times: online
Location: online
Instructor: Faraji
Fee: $909
CRN: 32354

AFS 334-041 African Culture and Art (  asynchronous online) (3)

Examines the historical and contemporary manifestations of the sacred and secular continuum in African Diaspora Arts and Religion. Will study examples of music, dance, drama, literature and visual arts expressions of religion and theological values.

Dates: 5/18/24 - 6/25/24
Days: online
Times: online
Location: online
Instructor: Bwa Mwesigire
Fee: $909
CRN: 32355

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ANTHROPOLOGY

ANT 495-001 Food Traditions of Bulgaria (Study Abroad) (3)

This course focuses on the multiple relationships between food and humans with a special focus on the food traditions of Sicily.  We will focus on the questions of “Why do we eat?” and “Why do we eat what we eat?” To answer these questions requires understanding biological components that contribute to health, nutrition, and growth as well as historical and cultural influences, and issues  related to food production and distribution. The course includes a 13- day trip to Sicily where will conduct field studies that bring the issues discussed in class to life. Our travel arrangements in Sicily are organized by Stone and Compass. This course also will be coordinated with other DH courses in Sicily.

The primary focus of the course is on cultural dimensions related to food: the processes by which distinct senses of taste and cuisines have developed and changed over time; the ways in which customs surrounding food acquisition and consumption have developed; and the impact of contemporary issues on food practices of the 21^st century. These issues are explored in more detail during the Sicily trip where we learn how the historical and contemporary cuisines and food customs reflect the region’s cultural history and how food practices are changing due to current issues such as globalization, sustainability, and notions of food sovereignty.

Dates: 6/14/24 - 6/25/24
Days: M-T-W-Th-F-S-S
Times: All Day
Location: Bulgaria
Instructor: J Gasco
Fee: $909 + Travel Expenses
CRN: 32243

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ASIAN-PACIFIC STUDIES

APP 315-041 Asian Pop Culture and Globalization (asynchronous online) (3)

Explores the growing transnational flows of Asian popular culture in historical and socioeconomic contexts. Analyzes the ramifications of the popularity of Asian pop culture for the changing contemporary global cultural landscape and power relations.

Dates: 5/18/24 - 6/25/24
Days: online
Times: online
Location: online
Instructor: K Chu
Fee: $909
CRN: 32143

CHEMISTRY

  CHE 102-041 Chemistry for the Citizen (  asynchronous online) (3)

A non-mathematical treatment of the basic principles of chemistry and their application to various facets of life in a highly technological society.

Note: please contact Dr. Sturm via e-mail at nsturm@csudh.edu for more information.

Dates: 5/18/24 - 6/25/24
Days: online
Times: online
Location: online
Instructor: N Sturm
Fee: $909
CRN: 32144

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CHICANA/CHICANO STUDIES

 CHS 212-041 Introduction to Comparative Ethnic Studies (  asynchronous online) (3)

The course will explore the lived experiences and gendered complexities of Ethnic/Global communities as they relate to historical and contemporary international and global forces. The course will examine the economic and socio-cultural dynamics of the global interdependencies of Indigenous, Latino, Asian-Pacific and Africana communities and women's lived experiences within and across these communities.

Dates: 5/18/24 - 6/25/24
Days: online
Times: online
Location: online
Instructor: B Cantero
Fee: $909
CRN: 32359

 CHS 340-041 Native American and Chicana Women's Prose (  asynchronous online) (3)

Course explores contemporary cultural and historical narratives by and about Native American Chicana women in the U.S. Through poetry, short stories, and narratives the class will analyze the histories of colonial exploitation, historical memories, gender oppression, and marginalization.

Dates: 5/18/24 - 6/25/24
Days: online
Times: online
Location: online
Instructor: C. Serrato
Fee: $909
CRN: 32363

 CHS 345-041 Latina/o Identity in the Americas (  asynchronous online) (3)

Explores the concept of Latina/o identity in the Americas from a literary perspective in different time periods and particular cultural societies. The study of certain intellectuals and their literary contributions will assist with comprehension of identity and socio-political reality.

Dates: 5/18/24 - 6/25/24
Days: online
Times: online
Location: online
Instructor: J. Lugo
Fee: $909
CRN: 32367

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COMMUNICATIONS

COM 344-041 Advertising Media Analysis (  asynchronous online) (3)

Analysis of the comparative advantages (cost and market impact) of various advertising media as a basis for time and space buying within the context of the creative advertising campaign with an emphasis on campaign planning and implementation.

Dates: 5/18/24-6/25/24
Days: online
Times: online
Location: online
Instructor: A. de la Serna
Fee: $909
CRN: 32247

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COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS

CIS 270-041 Information Systems and Technology Fundamentals (  asynchronous online) (3)

Provides an introduction to information technology, systems concepts, and application software. Covers system components and relationships, cost/value and quality of information, and package software solutions. Includes basic skills related to operating systems, word processing, spreadsheet software, and the Internet.

Dates: 5/18/24-6/25/24
Days: online
Times: online
Location: online
Instructor: M. Eyadat
Fee: $909
CRN: 32596

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DANCE

DAN 130-041 Dance Perspectives (  asynchronous online) (3)

Introduction to dance in America through viewing of dance films, videotapes and live performances. Applications of aesthetic perception and criticism skills to determine artistic value of ballet, modern, jazz and tap dance performances.

Dates: 5/18/24 - 6/25/24
Days: online
Times: online
Location: online
Instructor: D. Ressi
Fee: $909
CRN: 32600

DAN 440-041 Dance for Children (  asynchronous online) (3)

Study of developmentally appropriate creative movement experiences for children. Examination of teaching methodology designed to develop foundational movement skills, artistic exploration of movement elements, improvisational techniques, imagination and creativity, and how these learning activities can be taught across the curriculum.

Dates: 5/18/24 - 6/25/24
Days: online
Times: online
Location: online
Instructor: M. Carreon
Fee: $909
CRN: 32601

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DIGITAL MEDIA ARTS

DMA 327-001 Independent TV Production (on campus) (3)

Prerequisites: DMA 322, DMA 323
Aspects of producing television features on an independent-producer basis. Practice in pre-production coordination, location shooting, directing, and editing techniques in the production of a broadcast-quality feature segment for public airing on the University cable TV channel. Repeatable for credit. Six hours of activity per week.

Dates: 5/22/24 - 6/24/24
Days: M + W
Times: 11:30am - 4:00pm
Location: LIB 1320
Instructor: W. Jenkins
Fee: $909
CRN: 32255

DMA 327-002 Independent TV Production (on campus) (3)

Prerequisites: DMA 322, DMA 323
Aspects of producing television features on an independent-producer basis. Practice in pre-production coordination, location shooting, directing, and editing techniques in the production of a broadcast-quality feature segment for public airing on the University cable TV channel. Repeatable for credit. Six hours of activity per week.

Dates: 5/22/24 - 6/24/24
Days: M + W
Times: 11:30am - 4:00pm
Location: TBA
Instructor: J. Mahler
Fee: $909
CRN: 32256

DMA 327-003 Independent TV Production (on campus) (3)

Prerequisites: DMA 322, DMA 323
Aspects of producing television features on an independent-producer basis. Practice in pre-production coordination, location shooting, directing, and editing techniques in the production of a broadcast-quality feature segment for public airing on the University cable TV channel. Repeatable for credit. Six hours of activity per week.

Dates: 5/22/24 - 6/24/24
Days: M + W
Times: 11:30am - 4:00pm
Location: LCH A209
Instructor: E. Carmona
Fee: $909
CRN: 32257

DMA 327-004 Independent TV Production (on campus) (3)

Prerequisites: DMA 322, DMA 323
Aspects of producing television features on an independent-producer basis. Practice in pre-production coordination, location shooting, directing, and editing techniques in the production of a broadcast-quality feature segment for public airing on the University cable TV channel. Repeatable for credit. Six hours of activity per week.

Dates: 5/22/24 - 6/24/24
Days: M + W
Times: 11:30am - 4:00pm
Location: TBA
Instructor: J. Maynard
Fee: $909
CRN: 32260

DMA 346-001 Digital Media Production Workshop (on campus) (1)

Prerequisite: consent of the instructor
Collaborative production activity on various projects in the digital media arts curriculum. Repeatable for credit for up to three units.

Dates: 5/22/24 - 6/24/24
Days: M + W
Times: 9:30am - 11:00am
Location: TBA
Instructor: W. Jenkins
Fee: $303
CRN: 32248

DMA 346-002 Digital Media Production Workshop (on campus) (1)

Prerequisite: consent of the instructor
Collaborative production activity on various projects in the digital media arts curriculum. Repeatable for credit for up to three units.

Dates: 5/20/24 - 6/24/24
Days: M + W
Times: 9:30am - 11:00am
Location: LIB 1320
Instructor: J. Mahler
Fee: $303
CRN: 32249

DMA 346-003 Digital Media Production Workshop (on campus) (1)

Prerequisite: consent of the instructor
Collaborative production activity on various projects in the digital media arts curriculum. Repeatable for credit for up to three units.

Dates: 5/20/24 - 6/24/24
Days: M + W
Times: 9:30am - 11:00am
Location: LCH A209
Instructor: E. Carmona
Fee: $303
CRN: 32250

DMA 346-004 Digital Media Production Workshop (on campus) (1)

Prerequisite: consent of the instructor
Collaborative production activity on various projects in the digital media arts curriculum. Repeatable for credit for up to three units.

Dates: 5/22/24 - 6/24/24
Days: M + W
Times: 9:30am - 11:00am
Location: LIB 1320
Instructor: N. Torres
Fee: $303
CRN: 32251

DMA 346-005 Digital Media Production Workshop (on campus) (1)

Prerequisite: consent of the instructor
Collaborative production activity on various projects in the digital media arts curriculum. Repeatable for credit for up to three units.

Dates: 5/22/24 - 6/24/24
Days: M + W
Times: 9:30am - 11:00am
Location: TBA
Instructor: B. Edmondson
Fee: $303
CRN: 32252

DMA 346-006 Digital Media Production Workshop (on campus) (1)

Prerequisite: consent of the instructor
Collaborative production activity on various projects in the digital media arts curriculum. Repeatable for credit for up to three units.

Dates: 5/22/24 - 6/24/24
Days: M + W
Times: 9:30am - 11:00am
Location: LCH A202
Instructor: S.A. Bailey
Fee: $303
CRN: 32253

DMA 346-007 Digital Media Production Workshop (on campus) (1)

Prerequisite: consent of the instructor
Collaborative production activity on various projects in the digital media arts curriculum. Repeatable for credit for up to three units.

Dates: 5/22/24 - 6/24/24
Days: M + W
Times: 9:30am - 11:00am
Location: TBA
Instructor: J. Maynard
Fee: $303
CRN: 32254

DMA 438-001 Music Production (on campus) (3)

Prerequisite: DMA 430 and consent of the instructor
Analysis of recordings in music production. Spatial and timbral ear-training techniques for recording engineers and producers. Access to Pro Tools HD 5.1 surround system and a variety of engineering and production topics which include surround mixing techniques, advanced microphone techniques, DVD audio specifications, and DVD authoring.

Dates: 5/21/24 - 6/25/24
Days: T + Th
Times: 10:00am - 2:00pm
Location: TBA
Instructor: N. Torres
Fee: $909
CRN: 32263

DMA 438-002 Music Production (on campus) (3)

Prerequisite: DMA 430 and consent of the instructor
Analysis of recordings in music production. Spatial and timbral ear-training techniques for recording engineers and producers. Access to Pro Tools HD 5.1 surround system and a variety of engineering and production topics which include surround mixing techniques, advanced microphone techniques, DVD audio specifications, and DVD authoring.

Dates: 5/23/24 - 6/25/24
Days: T + Th
Times: 10:00am - 2:00pm
Location: LCH A201
Instructor: C. Mejia
Fee: $909
CRN: 32264

DMA 439-001 Music Production Lab (on campus) (1)

Prerequisite: Previous or concurrent enrollment in DMA 438 and consent of the instructor
Practice in the production of studio recordings. Responsibility for music composition and arrangements, rehearsal, performance, studio and musician bookings, artist promotion, engineering assistance and artistic direction and management. Interdisciplinary projects involving video or theater are also possible. Repeatable course.

Dates: 5/21/24 - 6/25/24
Days: T + Th
Times: 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Location: TBA
Instructor: B. Edmondson
Fee: $303
CRN: 32265

DMA 439-002 Music Production Lab (on campus) (1)

Prerequisite: Previous or concurrent enrollment in DMA 438 and consent of the instructor
Practice in the production of studio recordings. Responsibility for music composition and arrangements, rehearsal, performance, studio and musician bookings, artist promotion, engineering assistance and artistic direction and management. Interdisciplinary projects involving video or theater are also possible. Repeatable course.

Dates: 5/23/24 - 6/25/24
Days: T + Th
Times: 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Location: LCH A201
Instructor: M. Geluz
Fee: $303
CRN: 32266

DMA 447-001 Audio Projects Lab (on campus) (1)

Prerequisite: DMA 331 and DMA 431
Advanced studio session work culminating in passing the Audio Recording Proficiency Exam.

Dates: 5/20/24 - 6/24/24
Days: M
Times: 11:30am - 2:30pm
Location: LCH A201
Instructor: C. Mejia
Fee: $303
CRN: 32267

DMA 447-002 Audio Projects Lab (on campus) (1)

Prerequisite: DMA 331 and DMA 431
Advanced studio session work culminating in passing the Audio Recording Proficiency Exam.

Dates: 5/22/24 - 6/12/24
Days: W
Times: 11:30am - 3:00PM
Location: LCH A201
Instructor: C. Mejia
Fee: $303
CRN: 32268

DMA 499-001 Senior Project Digital Media (on campus) (2)

Prerequisite: Senior standing or consent of intructor
A capstone course culminating in the production of a final, collaborative project in conjunction with students from other program options in Digital Media Arts. Selected in consultation with and evaluated by a faculty panel.

Dates: 5/22/24 - 6/25/24
Days: T + Th
Times: 8:30am - 11:15am
Location: LCH A209
Instructor: S.A. Bailey
Fee: $606
CRN: 32269

DMA 499-002 Senior Project Digital Media (on campus) (2)

Prerequisite: Senior standing or consent of intructor
A capstone course culminating in the production of a final, collaborative project in conjunction with students from other program options in Digital Media Arts. Selected in consultation with and evaluated by a faculty panel.

Dates: 5/23/24 - 6/25/24
Days: T + Th
Times: 8:30am - 11:15am
Location: LCH A202
Instructor: B. Edmondson
Fee: $606
CRN: 32270

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EARTH SCIENCES

EAR 101-001 Physical Geology Laboratory (on campus) (1)

Prerequisite: concurrent enrollment in EAR 100 is recommended.
This Nature and origin of rocks and minerals through determination of physical properties of specimens. Topographic and geologic map analysis. Geological features from stereoscopic air photos. Recommended elective for students interested in the outdoors, archaeology, mineral deposits, land use, and natural hazards.

Dates: 5/23/24 - 6/25/24
Days: T + Th
Times: 8:30 - 12:15pm
Location: SMB 234
Instructor: C. Cummings
Fee: $303
CRN: 32435

EAR 312-041 Natural Disasters (  asynchronous online) (3)

Prerequisite: Completion of lower division General Education
Examines the impact of natural events on human activities and vice versa. Mankind's uneasy relationship with atmosphere, oceans and not-so-solid Earth. Examines the study of earthquakes, volcanoes, floods, landslides, tsunamis, climate change, hurricanes, tornadoes, and wildfires.

Dates: 5/18/24 - 6/25/24
Days: online
Times: online
Location: online
Instructor: B. McNulty
Fee: $909
CRN: 32436

EAR 312-042 Natural Disasters (  asynchronous online) (3)

Prerequisite: Completion of lower division General Education
Examines the impact of natural events on human activities and vice versa. Mankind's uneasy relationship with atmosphere, oceans and not-so-solid Earth. Examines the study of earthquakes, volcanoes, floods, landslides, tsunamis, climate change, hurricanes, tornadoes, and wildfires.

Dates: 5/18/24 - 6/25/24
Days: online
Times: online
Location: online
Instructor: B. McNulty
Fee: $909
CRN: 32437

EAR 312-043 Natural Disasters (  asynchronous online) (3)

Prerequisite: Completion of lower division General Education
Examines the impact of natural events on human activities and vice versa. Mankind's uneasy relationship with atmosphere, oceans and not-so-solid Earth. Examines the study of earthquakes, volcanoes, floods, landslides, tsunamis, climate change, hurricanes, tornadoes, and wildfires.

Dates: 5/18/24 - 6/25/24
Days: online
Times: online
Location: online
Instructor: A. Sinha
Fee: $909
CRN: 32438

EAR 312-044 Natural Disasters (  asynchronous online) (3)

Prerequisite: Completion of lower division General Education
Examines the impact of natural events on human activities and vice versa. Mankind's uneasy relationship with atmosphere, oceans and not-so-solid Earth. Examines the study of earthquakes, volcanoes, floods, landslides, tsunamis, climate change, hurricanes, tornadoes, and wildfires.

Dates: 5/18/24 - 6/25/24
Days: online
Times: online
Location: online
Instructor: P. Chhetri
Fee: $909
CRN: 32439

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ECONOMICS

ECO 210-041 Economic Theory 1A (microeconomics) (  asynchronous online) (3)

This class is about analyzing and understanding individual consumers and firm behavior, so we answer questions like how consumers react to changes in prices and preferences and how firms make decisions about what price to charge for their goods and whether or not to stay in business.  Put together, we can analyze markets for food, textbooks, illegal music downloads, educational services, etc.

Dates: 5/18/24 - 6/25/24
Days: online
Times: online
Location: online
Instructor: J. Martinez
Fee: $909
CRN: 32145

ECO 211-041 Economic Theory 1B (macroeconomics) (  asynchronous online) (3)

Introductory macroeconomic theory; national income accounting, national income determination, monetary and fiscal policy.

Dates: 5/18/24 - 6/25/24
Days: online
Times: online
Location: online
Instructor: S. El Hag
Fee: $909
CRN: 32146

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FINANCE

FIN 200-035 Personal Finance for Non-Majors (3) (hybrid)

A survey of concepts and tools that can help students understand their role as consumers making decisions and thus improve the management of their personal finances. Topics covered include an overview of the financial planning process, goal-setting, cash flow management, financial statements and ratios, income taxes, banking, credit and debt, insurance, the time value of money, stocks and mutual funds, investing, starting a business, renting and home buying, and retirement planning which are intertwined with social issues whereby organizations use their informational advantage to prey on non- majority and lower-income individuals. Some examples of issues in which groups of society are in conflict include: identity theft, predatory lending, and redlining.

Dates: 5/18/24 - 6/25/24
Days: asynchronous online + off campus TBA
Times: asynchronous online + off campus TBA
Location: asynchronous online + off campus TBA
Instructor: J. Martinez
Fee: $909
CRN: 32244

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GEOGRAPHY

GEO 200-035 Physical Geography (hybrid) (3)

This course will introduce you to the physical geography of Earth’s natural environments, which may be inanimate (for example, rugged mountain ranges) or ecological (e.g., savannas). You will the Earth’s major landforms, climates, and biomes are located, but why those identified features are located there, and not elsewhere. To answer the important question, we will investigate the underlying natural scientific processes which are at work on our dynamic planet. This approach underscores why GEO 200 is a science course; college physical geography extends beyond description (i.e., learning names on maps) into the scientific investigation of the natural world.

Dates: 5/23/24 - 6/3/24
Days: T + Th + asynchronous online
Times: 12:30pm - 3:30pm + asynchronous online
Location: TBA + asynchronous online
Instructor: J. Keyantash
Fee: $909
CRN: 32443

GEO 494-001 Independent Study (off campus) (3)

Prerequisite: Consent of instructor

This course will introduce you to the physical geography of Earth’s natural environments, which may be inanimate (for example, rugged mountain ranges) or ecological (e.g., savannas). You will not only learn where the Earth's major landforms, climates, and biomes are located, but why those identified features are located there, and not elsewhere. To answer the important question of why, we will investigate the underlying natural scientific processes which are at work on our dynamic planet. This approach underscores why GEO 200 is a science course; college physical geography extends beyond description (i.e., learning names on maps) into the scientific investigation of the natural world.

Dates: 5/18/24 - 6/25/24
Days: TBA
Times: TBA
Location: TBA
Instructor: J. Keyantash
Fee: $909
CRN: 32444

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HISTORY

HIS 101-041 History of the United States (asynchronous online) (3)

A study of the ideals, creeds, institutions, and behavior of the peoples of the United States . Meets the State requirement in U.S. History.

Dates: 5/18/24 - 6/25/24
Days: online
Times: online
Location: online
Instructor: K. Resnick
Fee: $909
CRN: 32271

HIS 121-041 World History II (  asynchronous online) (3)

Explores the regional and global interactions and exchanges that have shaped the world since 1500. Treats the major demographic, socio-economic, cultural and political patterns and changes that distinguish the modern period in world history.

Dates: 5/18/24 - 6/25/24
Days: online
Times: online
Location: online
Instructor: R. Yeganehshakib
Fee: $909
CRN: 32272

HIS 340-001 American West (on campus) (3)

Evaluates successive American wests from the pre-Columbian era to the present. Major themes include the Turner thesis, socio-economic, cultural, and political consequences of American colonization, and ways in which women, African Americans, Hispanics, and American Indians shaped the American West.

Dates: 5/18/24 - 6/25/24
Days: M + W
Times: 12:30pm-4:20pm
Location: TBA
Instructor: J. Jeffers
Fee: $909
CRN: 32273

HIS 355-041 American Civil Rights History (  asynchronous online) (3)

Prerequisite:ENG 108/109 is required. Junior status is required.
Covers the long history of civil rights in the United States from the antebellum to the present with special emphasis on the non-violent movements of the Cold War era.

Dates: 5/18/24 - 6/25/24
Days: online
Times: online
Location: online
Instructor: A. Johnson
Fee: $909
CRN: 32274

HIS 380-041 Women in History (  asynchronous online) (3)

Changing role of women in the family, political economy and culture of various societies. Topics vary, for example, Women in History: Sex Roles in North and South America; Women in History: Women in China ; Women in History: Sex roles and Feminism in the United States.

Dates: 5/18/24 - 6/25/24
Days: online
Times: online
Location: online
Instructor: B. Murillo
Fee: $909
CRN: 32275

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HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT

HRM 313-035 Human Resources Management (off campus) (3)

This course will cover key issues involving ethics and social responsibility in global organizations. We will study historical ethical perspectives of major Eastern, Middle Eastern, and Western philosophies. We will examine the ethical issues involving self-interest, power, greed, charisma, duty, loyalty and culture. Ethical concepts and theories such as utilitarianism and the moral rights approach are explored. Students will learn about the roles and duties of ethical leaders and their followers. Ultimately, we will study what we should do and who we should be in the 21st century. Students will be challenged to think critically, discuss, and debate what it means to do the right thing in a borderless world in this new century.

Dates: 6/3/24 - 6/13/24
Days: M-T-W-T-F
Times: 9:00am-5:00pm
Location: TBA Off Campus
Instructor: T. Norman
Fee: $909
CRN: 32241

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HUMANITIES

HUM 300-041 Health Humanities (  asynchronous online) (3)

Health Humanities is an interdisciplinary course that bridges the arts, humanities, and sciences in studying representations of health and illness.  Students will gain a multicultural understanding of perceptions of health practices and practitioners. Topics include self-mutilation (cutting), race and medicine, philosophy and medicine, cancer, music therapy, cloning, aging, and poetry and healing

Dates: 5/18/24 - 6/25/24
Days: online
Times: online
Location: online
Instructor: L. Fitzsimmons
Fee: $909
CRN: 32147

HUM 304-41 Vampires (  asynchronous online) (3)

This course takes a cross-cultural approach to the concept of the vampire around the world. Students get their teeth into representations of vampires in the arts and humanities examined from critical and scientific perspectives. (3 units)

Dates: 5/18/24 - 6/25/24
Days: online
Times: online
Location: online
Instructor: L. Fitzsimmons
Fee: $909
CRN: 32149

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INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES/PACE

  IDS 326-041 Perspectives in Human Studies: Work in Contemporary America (  asynchronous online) (3)

In the U.S. we have witnessed a significant transformation in how we as individuals understand work and how technology and immigration have radically restructured labor markets in the United States and around the world. As a result, this course examines how work has changed since the 1980s. In particular ,we will examine the entry of women into the formal sector of the labor economy, immigrant labor, outsourcing, wages, precarity, the impact of technology such as the Internet, automation and the "gig economy." Also, given the most recent “Great Recession” and the impact of the Covid pandemic we will also examine how these events have changed the dynamics of work in America.

Dates: 5/18/24 - 6/25/24
Days: online
Times: online
Location: online
Instructor: A. Choi
Fee: $909
CRN: 32368

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LABOR STUDIES

LBR 310-041 Success and Values (  asynchronous online) (3)

Explores the various ways people and institutions i the Americas define success, with the underlying question, does one have to sacrifice one's values to achieve success.

Dates: 5/18/24 - 6/25/24
Days: online
Times: online
Location: online
Instructor: M. McGarvey
Fee: $909
CRN: 32276

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MATHEMATICS

MAT 131-001 Elementary Statistics and Probability (on campus) (3)

Prerequisite: Fulfillment of ELM requirement
A practical course in probability and statistics including such topics as the binomial and normal distributions, confidence intervals, t, F, and chi-square tests, linear regression and correlation, and conditional probability. Satisfies the General Education Quantitative Reasoning Requirement.

Dates: 5/18/24 - 6/25/24
Days: M + W + Th
Times: 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Location: TBA
Instructor: F. Romero
Fee: $909
CRN: 32151

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PHILOSOPHY

PHI 120-001 Critical Reasoning (on campus) (3)

Introduction to methods of critical thinking including the nature of arguments, formal and informal fallacies, deductive and inductive arguments. Provides student with critical skills in both academic and non-academic context. A-C-/NC grading.

Dates: 5/18/24 - 6/25/24
Days: T + Th
Times: 8:00am-11:50am
Location: TBA
Instructor: D. Belu
Fee: $909
CRN: 32277

PHI 351-41 Death and Dying ( online) (3)

Introduction to psychological, medical, cultural, and ethical aspects of death and dying. A cross-cultural approach to perceptions of death and dying, how and why they have changed over time, how various authors, poets, and artists represent death and dying.

Dates: 5/18/24 - 6/25/24
Days: online
Times: online
Location: online
Instructor: J. Kwon
Fee: $909
CRN: 32278

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PSYCHOLOGY

PSY 101-041 General Studies Psychology: Understanding Human Behavior (  asynchronous online) (3)

An introduction to psychology emphasizing the personal, cognitive and social development and functioning of the individual, and the influence of both physiological and social factors. Consideration of basic concepts and applications.

Dates: 5/18/24 - 6/25/24
Days: online
Times: online
Location: online
Instructor: E. Merz
Fee: $909
CRN: 32452

PSY 340-041 Social Psychology ( asynchronous online) (3)

A broad survey of theories and research areas in social psychology, including such topics as aggression, prejudice, person perception, leadership and conformity.

Dates: 5/18/24 - 6/25/24
Days: online
Times: online
Location: online
Instructor: S. Santos Ponce
Fee: $909
CRN: 32453

PSY 351-041 The Adolescent Experience ( asynchronous online) (3)

Consideration of the major theories and research concerning development during adolescence. Emphasis on the development of personal identity as it relates to social roles in adolescence.

Dates: 5/18/24 - 6/25/24
Days: online
Times: online
Location: online
Instructor: M. Hurtado-Ortiz
Fee: $909
CRN: 32454

PSY 360-041 Theories of Personality ( asynchronous online) (3)

A study of basic theories of personality including type theories; trait theories; psychoanalytic, learning, biosocial, self and holistic-integrative theories.

Dates: 5/18/24 - 6/25/24
Days: online
Times: online
Location: online
Instructor: S. Santos Ponce
Fee: $909
CRN: 32455

PSY 363-041 Abnormal Psychology ( asynchronous online) (3)

The causes and manifestations of abnormal behavior. Field study and case study.

Dates: 5/18/24 - 6/25/24
Days: online
Times: online
Location: online
Instructor: T. Victor
Fee: $909
CRN: 32456

PSY 368-041 Human Sexuality ( asynchronous online) (3)

Course will cover the physiological and psychological aspects of human sexuality. The origin and treatment of sexual dysfunction will also be discussed.

Dates: 5/18/24 - 6/25/24
Days: online
Times: online
Location: online
Instructor: K. Paxton
Fee: $909
CRN: 32457

PSY 495-001 Cross-Cultural Psychology in Italy: Foods and Traditions in Wellbeing (Study Abroad) (3)

The purpose of this course is to learn about methods, principles and topics in Cross-Cultural Psychology. The field component of the class focuses specifically on Italian/Sicilian culture and history with a special focus on community, wellbeing and resilience. Field trips provide students with the opportunity to observe and interact with Italians, experience local traditions and customs, and apply principles learned in the course to their experience. Students also make comparisons of U.S. and Italian/Sicilian culture and engage in self-reflection in consideration of cultural differences and similarities.

Dates: 5/18/24 - 6/25/24
Days: M-T-W-Th-F-S-S
Times: All Day
Location: Italy
Instructor: G. Bono
Fee: $909
CRN: 32242

PSY 495-035 Seminar Special Topics (hybrid) (3)

This course examines human growth and development through the prenatal, child, adolescent, and adult stages of life. This course will provide an overview of theories and empirical research on a range of topics in lifespan developmental psychology, with a special focus on the student's identified culture(s) as well as Roman and Sicilian culture.

Dates: 5/18/24 - 6/25/24
Days: TBA
Times: TBA
Location: TBA
Instructor: E. Barrett
Fee: $909
CRN: 32284

PSY 495-036 Seminar Special Topics (hybrid) (3)

This class will teach students how stress impacts physical and mental health while providing interventions to reduce the impact of stress. The field component of the class focuses specifically on Italian culture and history of the local population. Field trips provide students with the opportunity to observe and interact with the Italians, focusing on the Italian approach to living a healthy life. This includes thermal baths, hiking, visiting a mozzarella factory, eating organically and following a Mediterranean diet. Students will also critically examine issues covered in the course.

Dates: 5/18/24 - 6/25/24
Days: TBA
Times: TBA
Location: TBA
Instructor: D. El-Armale
Fee: $909
CRN: 32451

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SOCIOLOGY

SOC 320-035 Sociology of the Family (hybrid) (3)

Study of the social processes and structural patterns affecting contemporary family life in American society.

Dates: 5/18/24 - 6/25/24
Days: Th + asynchronous online
Times: 5:00pm-8:50pm + asynchronous online
Location: TBA + asynchronous online
Instructor: J. Perez
Fee: $909
CRN: 32446

SOC 340-041 Social Psychology: Sociological Perspective ( asynchronous online) (3)

The reciprocal influence that individuals and groups exert on one another from a sociological perspective. Focus on language and other symbolic processes, role taking and role playing, and the importance of the self-concept in interpersonal behavior.

Dates: 5/18/24 - 6/25/24
Days: online
Times: online
Location: online
Instructor: S. Shakib
Fee: $909
CRN: 32447

SOC 362-041 Gangs and Adolescent Subcultures (  online) (3)

Examines gang phenomena nationally and regionally. Focus on organizational, behavioral, etiological, and preventive factors associated with development and perpetuation. Street, motorcycle, prison, ethnic and other subcultural formations are examined.

Dates: 5/18/24-6/25/24
Days: online
Times: online
Location: online
Instructor: L. Skiffer
Fee: $909
CRN: 32518

SOC 363-041 Sociology of Alcohol & Drug Use (  asynchronous online) (3)

Introduction to drugs and alcohol as a contemporary social problem. Sociological analysis of drug use and abuse. Course includes systematic review of policy implications and therapeutic applications of sociology of drug use, especially chemical dependency and alcoholism.

Dates: 5/18/24-6/25/24
Days: online
Times: online
Location: online
Instructor: S. Shakib
Fee: $909
CRN: 32448

SOC 365-041 Deviant Behavior (  asynchronous online) (3)

Consideration of deviant behavior. Study of the forms and processes of deviance, and the distribution of its occurrence. A systematic analysis of particular kinds of violations of normative rules as related to general processes of interaction in everyday social activities.

Dates: 5/18/24 - 6/25/25
Days: online
Times: online
Location: online
Instructor: A. McCurn
Fee: $909
CRN: 32445

SOC 368-041 Criminology (  asynchronous online) (3)

Theories of the genesis of crime: patterns of criminal behavior; nature of criminal organizations; analysis of relationship of crime to the social structure; criminal statistics and crime rates: police and the criminal justice system.

Dates: 5/18/24 - 6/25/24
Days: online
Times: online
Location: online
Instructor: A. McCurn
Fee: $909
CRN: 32449

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SPANISH

SPA 313-041 Encountering the Other (off campus) (3)

Analysis of major contemporary issues from a humanistic perspective. Examples include the role of the arts in society, literature and the rights of women, romantic love, visions of Los Angeles, etc. This course addresses a key concept in the humanities, in interdisciplinary and historical context, and includes discussion of links between the history of the concept of encountering the other and modem life.

Dates: 5/18/24 - 6/25/24
Days: M-T-W-Th-F
Times: TBA
Location: TBA
Instructor: B. Gomez
Fee: $909
CRN: 32245

SPA 341-41 Advanced Conversation (  live online) (3)

Prerequisite: SPA 221 or equivalent.
Intensive conversation leading to fluency in the use of academic Spanish. The course aims to develop a comprehensive vocabulary which prepares the student for persuasive and oratory speeches, as well as for upper division linguistics and literature courses. Useful for public service and the bilingual/cross-cultural credential program.

Dates: 5/18/24 - 6/25/24
Days: M + W + Th
Times: 10:00am-12:45pm
Location: online
Instructor: Y. Daza
Fee: $909
CRN: 32246

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THEATRE ARTS

THE 120-041 Fundamentals of Speech (  asynchronous online) (3)

Basic oral communication skills, with practice in variety of speech-oriented situations.

Dates: 5/18/24 - 6/25/24
Days: online
Times: online
Location: online
Instructor: D. Leonard
Fee: $909
CRN: 32598

THE 353-041 Playwriting (  asynchronous online) (3)

Theory and practice in writing for the stage. No tests. No textbook. No prerequisites. Students explore plotting, characterization, and dialogue, using weekly writing assignments on Blackboard that help them to develop a one-act play. Just a disciplined approach to creative writing.

Dates: 5/18/24 - 6/25/24
Days: online
Times: online
Location: online
Instructor: W. DeLuca
Fee: $909
CRN: 32599

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Women's Studies

WMS 100-041 Gender, Sex, the Body & Politics: An Introduction (  asynchronous online) (3)

An introduction to the rapidly expanding body of literature related to the gendered aspects of health and sexuality with an emphasis on women.

Dates: 5/18/24 - 6/25/24
Days: online
Times: online
Location: online
Instructor: G. Singh
Fee: $909
CRN: 32279

WMS 250-041 Foundations in Women's Studies (  asynchronous online) (3)

Introduces students to Women's Studies. Students learn about gender from a multicultural, multiracial feminist and global perspective. Emphasis is on women's history; gender, culture and nation; social institutions; sexuality, sexism and violence; and local and transnational women's movements. This course is restricted to 1st time Freshman going through the First Year Experience.

Dates: 5/18/24 - 6/25/24
Days: online
Times: online
Location: online
Instructor: C. Mendoza Diaz
Fee: $909
CRN: 32280

WMS 310-041 The Witch in Literature and Culture (  asynchronous online) (3)

Examines representation of the witch and witchcraft in literature and culture in different historical periods and cultures.

Dates: 5/18/24 - 6/25/24
Days: online
Times: online
Location: online
Instructor: C. Smith
Fee: $909
CRN: 32281

WMS 311-041 Comedy, Sex, and Gender (  asynchronous online) (3)

Examines representations of gender and sexuality in comedy and humor from multicultural perspectives. Topics include feminist humor and comedy as vehicles of social criticism and advocacy, and the relationships of the comedic to ethnicity, race and class.

Dates: 5/18/24 - 6/25/24
Days: online
Times: online
Location: online
Instructor: J. Brandt
Fee: $909
CRN: 32282

WMS 318-041 Race, Class and Gender (  asynchronous online) (3)

This cross-cultural, interdisciplinary course introduces students to women's issues as these interface with race and class. Students will recognize, analyze and evaluate the socio-political and economic forces that affect women's lives through a critical examination of race, class and gender.

Dates: 5/18/24 - 6/25/24
Days: online
Times: online
Location: online
Instructor: C. Villanueva
Fee: $909
CRN: 32283

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