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2020-2021 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions

 

Philosophy
  
  
  
  
  

  • PHL 363 Philosophy of Mind

    Exploration of philosophical questions about the mind, mental states and its relation of mind and brain. Main topics are dualism and various forms of materialism, behaviorism, mind-body identity theories and functionalism; the nature and content of mental states (e.g., belief, desire, meaning).
    Credits: 4


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  • PHL 382 Philosophy of Music

    Application of general theories in aesthetics to the specific artistic genre of music and examination of philosophical problems raised by music. Topics include: the nature and definition of music, the nature of aesthetic musical experience, the issue of the objectivity or subjectivity of aesthetic value of musical works and musical performances, metaphysical issues about what a musical work is and the issue of authenticity in musical performance.
    Credits: 4


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  • PHL 399 Special Studies B

    Covers areas of metaphysics, epistemology, language, science, logic and related areas. It is offered from time to time as a regular three hour course with a special topic. May include study of the work of a specific philosopher or school. Terms and hours to be arranged.
    May be repeated for up to 12 credits, if content is different.
    Credits: 1-6


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Political Science
  

  • PS 193 Introduction to Model United Nations

    An introduction to Model United Nations, international issues, policy making and the activities of the United Nations. Students develop public speaking, research and writing, negotiation, interpersonal and leadership skills while role playing United Nations delegates at MUN conferences locally and regionally.
    Credits: 4
    Exploring Knowledge: Social, Historic, and Civic Perspectives


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  • PS 199 Special Studies

    Terms and hours to be arranged. Special studies designed to develop research, writing, career related or participatory skills at a basic level in a variety of political science/public policy and administration areas, such as Model United Nations, Great Decisions in U.S. Foreign Policy, government or campaign experiences.
    May be repeated for up to 12 credits.
    Credits: 1-12


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  • PS 204 Governments of the World

    An introduction to diverse political systems found throughout the world, with special emphasis on political concepts such as formal government institutions, political participation and socialization, ideologies, power, authority and democratization.
    Credits: 4
    Exploring Knowledge: Social, Historical, and Civic Perspectives


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  • PS 355 Civic Literacy and Engagement

    An examination of the American political system with a focus on interpreting and analyzing political debate and policy formation and on increasing civic literacy and engagement. Course will present several analytical methods and students will design and implement a civic engagement project.
    Credits: 4
    Integrating Knowledge Citizenship, Social Responsibility, and Global Awareness


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  • PS 393 Advanced Model United Nations

    Advanced orientation to Model United Nations, international issues, policy making and the activities of the United Nations. Students will improve public speaking, research and writing, negotiation, interpersonal and leadership skills while role playing United Nations delegates at MUN conferences locally, nationally and internationally.
    May be repeated for up to 12 credits.
    Credits: 1 or 4
    Prerequisite: PS 193  or consent of instructor


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  • PS 414 Political Parties, Pressure Groups and Elections

    An analysis of the nature, organization and operation of political parties, pressure groups and elections with special attention to their functions in the American political process. A consideration of current problems and reforms in the area.
    Credits: 4
    Prerequisite: PS 201  or consent of instructor
    Integrating Knowledge Citizenship, Social Responsibility, and Global Awareness


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  • PS 416 Politics and Communication

    An examination of the relationship between politics and communication and how it affects American society. Emphasis is on the politics of communication, the ways in which institutions of mass media, particularly television, help create, advance and reinforce public opinion and political agendas.
    Credits: 4
    Prerequisite: PS 201  or consent of instructor


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  • PS 432 Global Health Policy

    Examines a range of transnational health issues, including the global AIDS pandemic, malaria and malnutrition. Students will learn about the major international institutions and programs designed to improve global health, such as the World Health Organization, the World Food Program, UNICEF and the United Nations Millennium Development Goals.
    Credits: 4


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  • PS 433 Health Care Politics and Policy

    Fundamentals of health care access in the United States. Topics include: Medicare and Medicaid systems; evolving nature of private health care insurance systems; concerns and influence of interest groups and political parties in this field; and the prospects for reform.
    Credits: 4
    Integrating Knowledge Citizenship, Social Responsibility, and Global Awareness


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  • PS 436 Gender and Public Policy

    Examines public policy, the policy process and policymaking institutions through a “gender lens.” It deals with how gender differences affect the identification of public policy problems, their perceived importance and their potential solutions, the differences between male and female policymakers and the differential gender impact of policies.
    Credits: 4


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  • PS 442 Peacebuilding and Public Policy

    Examines major public policies that make a contribution to peace in the world and explores ways in which people can lead more peaceful lives and create more peaceful societies. Policies that promote peace education, sustainability, restorative justice, responsible consumption, and health are studied.
    Credits: 4
    Integrating Knowledge Citizenship, Social Responsibility, and Global Awareness


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  • PS 443 Great Peacemakers

    Examines major figures who have made a contribution to peace in the world and explores the ways in which people can create more peaceful societies. Students will analyze the lives and writings of peacemakers such as Martin Luther King, Mohandas Gandhi, Desmond Tutu, Thich Nhat Hanh, and Dorothy Day.
    Credits: 4
    Integrating Knowledge Citizenship, Social Responsibility, and Global Awareness


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  • PS 444 National Security

    Introduction to national security with an emphasis on theoretical background and historical and contextual influences upon national and human security issues. Includes an introduction to the U.S. national security policymaking establishment and examination of traditional and newly emerging issues in national and human security.
    Credits: 4


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  • PS 449 Environmental Values and Political Action

    Surveys the values and philosophies that influence the level and nature of political activism in environmental and natural resource issues. Analysis focuses on “classic” and contemporary writings ranging from ecocentrism to the wise use and market-oriented perspectives and their practical influence.
    Credits: 4


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  • PS 458 Veterans in Transition

    Examines military experiences and their relationship to the movement of veterans into the civilian context, with special focus on veterans who have been deployed in potential areas of hostility or combat. Also explores the impact of war experiences on the significant others of veterans who have been exposed to war.
    Credits: 4


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  • PS 464 Government and Politics of Africa

    Examines South African politics within a wider sub-Saharan and African context. South Africa’s most pressing problems and challenges, such as the AIDS pandemic, economic inequality, race relations, land redistribution, health care, environmental degradation and immigration are explored.
    Credits: 4


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  • PS 471 Immigration Politics and Policy

    An introduction to the politics, policies, concepts, theories and issues surrounding immigration to the United States. Topics include the history of immigration to America, settlement patterns, push and pull forces, assimilation, national identity and national security in the post 9/11 age of globalization.
    Credits: 4


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  • PS 486 International Organizations and Law

    An advanced study of the principles, sources and basic concepts of international organization and law. Issues to be covered will be the creation and evolution of international organizations and law, their relation with states, and their effectiveness in alleviating global problems.
    Credits: 4
    Prerequisite: PS 203  or consent of instructor


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  • PS 495 Public Sector Labor Relations

    Introduction to labor relations in the public sector. Topics include the historical background and legal environment of public sector unions, the fundamentals of collective bargaining, including processes, politics and methods of resolving impasses, the implementation of collective bargaining agreements, including grievance procedures and the impact of unions on public personnel policies.
    Credits: 4


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  • PS 536 Gender and Public Policy

    Examines public policy, the policy process and policymaking institutions through a “gender lens.” It deals with how gender differences affect the identification of public policy problems, their perceived importance and their potential solutions, the differences between male and female policymakers and the differential gender impact of policies.
    Credits: 4


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Psychology
  
  
  
  

  • PSY 218 Psychological Foundations of Education

    A survey of psychological topics relevant to educational settings. These topics may include child and adolescent development, learning, memory, cognitive processes, motivation, assessment and behavioral management. This course is designed for education majors. Psychology majors should not take this course.
    Credits: 3


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  • PSY 310 Building Resilience in Children

    Resilience is the ability to overcome hardships and bounce back after challenging life experiences. Positive relationships with caring adults build resilience in children. In this course, you will learn content relevant to working with and building resilience in children from diverse backgrounds. You will apply your knowledge in weekly interactions with children at Independence Elementary School (IES). Children at IES are especially vulnerable and in need of support with resilience as they experience high rates of poverty, parental incarceration, and traumatic childhood experiences (ACES). This course involves  weekly class meetings at WOU and 20 hours of service learning work with children at IES. Students must pass a criminal background check. 
    Credits: 4
    Integrating Knowledge Citizenship, Social Responsibility, and Global Awareness
    Note: Students must pass a Central School District criminal background check. Travel off campus is required as students will complete 20 hours of service learning work at Independence Elementary School in Independence, Oregon.


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  • PSY 334 Social Psychology

    Examines the function and mechanisms underlying how people think about, influence and relate to one another. A central theme is the continual interaction between the person and the situation. Topics covered: formation and changing of attitudes; strategies of social influence; intricacies of close relationships; interpersonal conflict and aggression; helping behavior; and group productivity and decision-making.
    Credits: 4
    Prerequisite: PSY 201  or PSY 218  (or equivalent)


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  • PSY 336 Introduction to Forensic Psychology

    Explores the relationship between the study of psychology and law. Specifically, how psychological practice and theory can be utilized by law enforcement, courts and others involved with the justice system to help arrive at appropriate decisions regarding such issues as incarceration, treatment, insanity, competence to stand trial and child custody determination.
    Credits: 4
    Prerequisite: PSY 202 ; PSY 201  recommended


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