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This course focuses on qualitative research theories, methods, and frameworks in the social sciences. Students design research studies, practice data collection and analysis, and evaluate how qualitative approaches address complex social issues. Emphasis is placed on applying critical thinking and ethical reasoning, interpreting real-world data, and communicating findings effectively through written and oral formats. Prerequisites: SSC 101

In this course, students will examine gender, sexuality, and intersectionality through key social science theories and frameworks. Students analyze how cultural, political, and economic structures shape gender roles and inequalities across diverse societies. The course also explores strategies for advancing equity, while emphasizing the influence of diversity and intersecting identities on lived experiences. Case studies and social science data provide opportunities to apply ethical reasoning and critical analysis to contemporary gender issues. Prerequisites: SSC 101.

In this course, students will explore how science and technology shape, and are shaped by, social, cultural, and economic forces. Students examine contemporary issues such as artificial intelligence, digital platforms, and emerging technologies through social science theories, case studies, and real-world data. There is an emphasis on ethical and cultural contexts, quantitative analysis of real-world data, and the application of AI tools for social science research. Prerequisites: SSC 101

In this course, doctoral students will explore the helping relationship in the context of performance psychology to enhance performance in self and others. The curriculum includes foundational topics like selecting theoretical orientations and identifying consulting fundamentals. Students will also explore relevant issues regarding ethics, supervision, and referral. Importantly, students will learn how to use consulting skills in a variety of performance domains.

This course explores organizational continuity and exercise design as part of the larger emergency management cycle. Students will examine the terminology, processes, and components associated with organizational continuity. Students will also gain experience with components of exercise planning and design as part of the continuous improvement process.

This introductory course provides students the opportunity to develop a basic understanding of health and disease as it relates to basic human physiology. The functions of the skeletal, muscular, integumentary, nervous, special senses, endocrine, cardiovascular, respiratory, immune, gastrointestinal, urinary, and reproductive systems are explored. The most common conditions and diseases associated with these systems are examined. Students are provided the opportunity to learn about the major contributing factors associated with these conditions and diseases.