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RS 255 - Aztec Goddess & Christian Madonnas
This course explores the cultural and religious worlds of the Aztecs of Tenochtitlan and the Catholics of medieval Spain, whose encounter in Mexico in the sixteenth century led to a unique blend of Christian thought and practice. The divine feminine played a prominent role in the life of both these religious traditions and this will be the focus of our investigation. We will study the myths and images of the many Aztec Goddesses and Christian Madonnas of Mexico’s past and present that form a vital part of the devotional life of the people of Mexico.
Prerequisites: A 100-level Religious Studies course
Full course
Liberal Studies Curriculum: Global Issues that Impact the Common Good or Study of Christian Traditions and Thought
When Offered: Spring
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RS 310 - Religion: Theory and Method
This course is part one of the capstone experience. It examines the nature of religion and the difficulty of defining religion, studies various methods and theories in the academic study of religion, treats both naturalistic and religious understandings of religion, and studies aspects of religion such as religious experience, comparative religion, myth, and the social and institutional fabric of religion.
Prerequisites: Completion of LSC requirements in “Christian Traditions and Thought”.
Full course
Misc. Notes: Required of RS Majors; open to RS minors; open to others with permission of the instructor.
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RS 317 - Judaism
A study of the basic elements of the ancient, medieval, and modern periods of Jewish life and experience, as well as an examination of the way the Jewish tradition has functioned in the past and how it is perceived today.
Prerequisites: A 100-level Religious Studies course.
Full course
Liberal Studies Curriculum: Global Issues that Impact the Common Good or CORE: History & Society
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RS 319 - Islam
This course is an introduction to Islam. Topics include the life of Muhammad, the Qur’ān, the development of Islamic ritual and doctrine, religious law (the sharī’a) and mysticism (Sufism). On the basis of secondary as well as primary readings, the course will address issues of identity (“What makes a Muslim?”), authority (“Who can speak for Islam?”) and the role of religion in the public sphere (“Does Islam require to be expressed politically?”). We will examine the ways Muslims as well as non-Muslims have tried to answer these fundamental questions in different places, times and social contexts.
Prerequisites: A 100-level Religious Studies course.
Full course
Liberal Studies Curriculum: Global Issues that Impact the Common Good or CORE: History & Society or Engaging Diverse Identities
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RS 320 - Islam in North America
This class focuses on significant currents in the history of Islam in North America, including the forced arrival of African Muslim slaves to the “New World,” the influx of various Muslim immigrant communities, and African American ethno-religious movements. We also examine discourses about and representations of Islam in North American Society.
Prerequisites: One 100-level RS course
Full course
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RS 321 - Judaism in the Greco-Roman World
An advanced study of the history and religion of the Jews from 538 B.C.E. to the rise of Islam in the 600s C.E. Topics include Greek philosophy and Jewish thought, Dead Sea Scrolls, Jewish wars against Greeks and Romans, early Christianity as a Jewish sect, the rise of Rabbinic Judaism, and Jewish influence on early Islam.
Prerequisites: Completion of LSC requirements in “Christian Traditions and Thought”. Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors only.
Full course
Liberal Studies Curriculum: Study of Christian Traditions and Thought or CORE: History & Society
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RS 323 - Hinduism
An introduction to Hinduism, this course will explore the foundations of Indian religious thought and practice, as well as various Hindu traditions, religious literature, and spirituality. The course will also include an analysis of primary texts and a survey of contemporary expressions of global Hinduism.
Prerequisites: A 100-level Religious Studies course.
Full course
Liberal Studies Curriculum: Global Issues that Impact the Common Good or CORE: History & Society or Engaging Diverse Identities
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RS 325 - Buddhism
The course explores the religious and philosophical foundations of Hinayana (Theravada) and Mahayana Buddhism. Buddhist historical traditions and spirituality are also considered. Students investigate in some depth a major religious school of thought and practice in India, China, Japan or Tibet and present the results of their research in a formal paper.
Prerequisites: A 100-level Religious Studies course.
Full course
Liberal Studies Curriculum: Global Issues that Impact the Common Good or CORE: History & Society or Engaging Diverse Identities
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RS 328 - Christian Healthcare Ethics
Considers selected topics in the field of contemporary ethical issues in health care. This course will focus on selected major areas of concern such as genetics, abortion, euthanasia, human experimentation, and HIV/AIDS. The course will explore those issues using approaches from the Christian tradition.
Prerequisites: A 100-level Religious Studies course.
Full course
Liberal Studies Curriculum: Study of Christian Traditions and Thought or CORE: Catholic Intellectual Traditions
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RS 332 - The Problem of Evil
This course examines ancient, medieval, and modern theological responses to evil.
Initial attention will be given to the modern debate over the problem of evil and the development of theodicy. Authors will include F. Dostoevsky, C. S. Lewis, and J. Hick. The course will then concentrate on traditional responses to evil in ancient and medieval Christian theology, esp. Origen, St. Augustine, Dionysius the Areopagite, Aquinas, and Julian of Norwich.
Prerequisites: One 100-level RS course
Full course
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RS 336 - Religion and Science
An exploration of the interaction of science with religion, both historically and in contemporary debate. The focus is on the relation of science to Christian thought, but other traditons (e.g. Islam and Buddhism) will also be studied where relevant. Topics will normally include: the nature of science and of religion; historical issues in science and religion (e.g the Galileo case); theism and cosmology; natural theology; evolution and human nature; mind, body and soul; the science of morality and altruism; naturalism and belief/unbelief.
Prerequisites: RS 100 course
Full course
Liberal Studies Curriculum: Christian traditions/thoughts
When Offered: Fall
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RS 339 - Celtic Christianity
A survey on the distinctive expression of Christianity that first developed and flourished on the Western fringes of Europe and subsequently influenced the development of Christianity on the continent. The course will focus on the theology, spirituality, and practices developed by Celtic Christians from the fifth to the fifteenth century to enculturate their understanding of the Christian faith.
Prerequisites: Completion of LSC in “Christian Traditions and Thought”
Full course
Liberal Studies Curriculum: N/A or CORE: History & Society AND Catholic Intellectual Traditions
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RS 340 - Saints and Holiness
An overview of the Christian concept of sanctity from its New Testament origins to the present day. An examination of the “saints” from various periods of Christian history reveals the diverse ways that particular communities have understood and practiced essential elements of the Christian Gospel, expressed through martyrdom, monasticism, mysticism, pious living, and social activism. Readings will concentrate on primary sources including acts of the martyrs, lives of the saints, allegorical texts, histories, catechisms, treatises on Christian holiness, and contemporary autobiographies.
Prerequisites: Completion of LSC requirements in “Christian Traditions and Thought” (two courses).
Full course
Liberal Studies Curriculum: N/A; CORE: Catholic Intellectual Traditions
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RS 342 - Religion and Film
Religion and Film examines important religious themes through cinema. Selected films serve as “texts” for exploring theological and spiritual concepts across the religious spectrum. The course will examine topics such as faith, conscience, conversion, grace, reconciliation, theodicy, eschatology, sanctity, or ritual. Films chosen for consideration include a mix of classic and contemporary, foreign and Hollywood cinema.
Prerequisites: Completion of Christian Traditions LSC
Full course
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RS 350 - Advanced Topics in Religious Studies
This course provides the opportunity for faculty and students to explore a particular academic topic which is not listed in the regular catalog of courses. Recent examples of Special Topics taught include Science and Religion, Sacred Cities, Jesus Through the Centuries, and Mormonism.
Prerequisites: Completion of LSC requirements in “Christian Traditions and Thought”.
Full course
Misc. Notes: May be repeatable as long as the topic is different.
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RS 355 - Jews, Christians and Muslims in the Holy Land
This study abroad trip is designed to introduce students to the religious, cultural and historical realities of the Holy Land. This land is sacred to Jews, Christians and Muslims, yet, there may be no other place on earth that has experienced more division, suffering and conflict, with religion as a primary contributing factor.
Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor Required
Half course
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RS 410 - Religious Studies Seminar
This is the second part of the capstone experience. The seminar examines methodologies for research in the field of religious studies and includes presentation and critique of student research projects concluding in a senior thesis.
Prerequisites: RS Major status with Senior or Junior standing. Completion of LSC requirement in Christian Traditions and Thought.
Full course
Misc. Notes: Fulfills Written Communication requirement for the Religious Studies major.
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SAS 100 - Seminar for Academic Success
This course is a practical skill building course designed to support students as they advance in their college careers. Through a series of weekly seminars on a variety of topics related to achieving academic success this seminar will facilitate students becoming fully engaged and contributing members of our intellectual community by offering . Students will learn to develop and maintain skills that both promote personal responsibility for learning and assist them in successfully meeting the expectations of the college classroom. Applied learning will be a key component as students move from theory to practice, enhancing their own critical thinking skills and familiarizing themselves with the various support services available to them.
While this course is recommended to students who need practical guidance and basic skills support (for example, reading comprehension, time management, study and note taking skills), this seminar is ultimately designed to enhance the joy of learning and expand students’ consciousness around best practices.
Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor only.
Half course
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SO 101 - Introduction to Sociology
This course is an entry level introduction to basic institutions of society such as education, religion, and the economy, as well as examination of culture, population, groups, the individual, socialization, social stratification, interpersonal interaction, and community. The “sociological imagination” and standard methods of research and theories are included.
Full course
Liberal Studies Curriculum: Social and Institutional Dimensions of Human Behavior or CORE: History & Society
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SO 107 - Social Problems
This course is focused on contemporary social problems, particularly on how issues come to be “public” issues and eventually defined as problems in need of resolution. Often taught from the “constructionist” perspective, the problems that receive the greatest attention range from year to year and professor to professor. Common problems include, poverty, stratification, prejudice and discrimination, drug and alcohol abuse, gangs, violence, hunger, economic development and many other topics. As with Introduction to Sociology, this course focuses on the basic institutions of society.
Full course
Liberal Studies Curriculum: Social and Institutional Dimensions of Human Behavior or CORE: History & Society or Engaging Diverse Identities
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SO 209 - Research Methods of Sociology
This course introduces students to the research methods used by anthropologists and sociologists when conducting qualitative research. The course will provide an overview of qualitative research, and students will gain practice in gathering data by means of interviews, ethnographic strategies, historical and oral histories. The course will also examine a variety of films and books that have used qualitative approaches.
Prerequisites: SO/AN Majors and SO or AN Minors only.
Full course
Misc. Notes: Fulfills Written Communication requirement for the Sociology major.
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SO 215 - Demography and Public Health
In this course, we will study the three processes of population change - fertility, mortality, and migration. The objective of this course is to learn about the causes and consequences of major global population trends. We will use course concepts to explore questions, such as: Why are birth rates in Italy and Japan so low? What were the consequences of China’s one-child policy? Are fears of global overpopulation grounded or exaggerated? Should we be concerned about Vermont’s aging population? What is the immigrant health paradox and does it still exist? We will draw on perspectives from sociology, with additional materials from global and public health, economics, psychology, anthropology, and gender studies.
Full course
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SO 218 - Deviance, Norms, and Social Control
We live in a social world that is full of rules that govern our everyday actions, from formal laws about which side of the road we should drive on to unspoken rules about how and when to blow your nose. Sociologists call these rules “social norms” and the efforts to “police” those who deviate from them (deviants), we call “social control.” Most of us follow the rules most of the time but all of us break the rules from time to time. In this course we will ask questions like: What is the purpose of social norms? What causes “deviance”? Why are some deviant acts considered “criminal” while others are considered “heroic”? What are some of the best (and worst) ways to reduce crime and violence? Along the way we will take a critical look at the U.S. criminal justice system and some of its most egregious crimes against poor, non-white, young males.
Prerequisites: Prerequisites: SO/AN Majors and Minors, CJ Minors or Permission of Instructor
Full course
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SO 221 - Race and Ethnic Relations
This course explores the interethnic and “racial” dynamics in society and how they came to be characterized in the manner that they are. As a Sociology course, particular emphasis will be placed on the institutional and cultural dimensions.
Full course
Liberal Studies Curriculum: Global Issues or Social and Institutional Dimensions of Human Behavior or CORE: Engaging Diverse Identities
When Offered: Fall
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SO 301 - Foundations of Sociological Theories
All of us “do theory” on an everyday basis, though we rarely admit to it. But such “everyday theorizing” is often partial, cloudy, and unstated. Studying social theory can help us think, analyze, and debate social issues with more discipline, rigor, and clarity. In this survey course students will acquire a basic grasp of the main schools of classical and contemporary social theory and how they differ from each other while also gaining practice at applying such theories in order to make sense of perplexing topics such as religion, culture, race, inequality, and violence.
Prerequisites: SO/AN Majors or So or AN Minors only, or with permission from instructor
Full course
Liberal Studies Curriculum: Social and Institutional Dimensions of Human Behavior
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SO 302 - Politics, Culture, and Globalization in Central America
In this twenty-five day trip, students will live with an urban Guatemalan family during the week taking trips as a group to the indigenous highlands during the weekends. Readings, discussions, and field trips will bring students into contact with some of Guatemala’s many intelligent, committed and capable social scientists, religious workers, and community developers. This course will introduce students to the topics of political and social change in one of the most culturally diverse nations in the Western hemisphere.
Full course
Misc. Notes: Satisfies Experiential Learning requirement.
Liberal Studies Curriculum: Global Issues that Impact the Common Good or Social and Institutional Dimensions of Human Behavior
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SO 310 - Directed Readings in Sociology
This course applies the theory and methods of Sociology to analyze selected important issues of contemporary life. It periodically shifts the topical focus, but consistently reflects the orientation of the discipline of Sociology. Recent examples of topics include “God, Gangs and Globalization, “Restorative Justice,” and “Sociology of Religion.”
Prerequisites: SO-101 or AN-109 or AN-110 or Permission of Instructor
Full course
Misc. Notes: May be repeatable as long as topic is different.
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SO 318 - Restorative Justice
The U.S. criminal justice system asks: What laws have been broken? Who did it? What punishment do they deserve? Restorative Justice asks: Who has been hurt? What are their needs? Whose obligations are these? Directly explore and experience various restorative approaches to harm in this highly interactive course.
Prerequisites: Prerequisites: SO/AN Majors and Minors, CJ Minors or Permission of Instructor
Full course
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SO 331 - Capstone: Sociology of Work, Education and Vocation
This student oriented seminar explores the roles of education, work, culture, and social structure in shaping our individual biographies as well as our aspirations for a genuinely integrated life. The major goal of the course is to help students bridge the gap from college to their lives after college. Because it is a Departmental Capstone, it also includes a substantial research component.
Prerequisites: Majors only and Seniors only
Full course
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SP 101 - First Semester Spanish
A course designed to develop basic language skills and introduce students to the culture of the Spanish-speaking world.
Full course
Liberal Studies Curriculum: Second Language or CORE: Second Language for B.A.
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SP 102 - Second Semester Spanish
This course follows SP 101 and continues the development of students’ basic language skills in all areas. Some course material will be based on Spanish and Latino culture.
Prerequisites: SP 101 or equivalent placement.
Full course
Liberal Studies Curriculum: Second Language or CORE: Second Language for B.A.
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SP 200 - Spanish Applied Language Component
Students who have completed SP 102 may continue to develop their proficiency through applied language components of courses taught in English. This allows students to read and discuss, in Spanish, selected texts and materials pertinent to the subject matter of the course. These courses may be offered in a variety of disciplines. Students meet weekly with their instructor(s) to discuss the texts in Spanish. Those who successfully complete the language portion of such a course will receive credit for a half course.
Prerequisites: SP 102
Half course
Misc. Notes: May be repeatable.
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SP 203 - Third Semester Spanish
This course follows 102 and offers further development in all language skills. Some course material will be based on Spanish and Latino literature and culture.
Prerequisites: SP 102 with a grade of C or better; or equivalent placement.
Full course
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SP 206 - Fourth Semester Spanish
This course follows SP 203 and offers further development of students’ intermediate language skills in all areas. Some course material will be based on culture.
Prerequisites: SP 203 with a grade of C or better; or equivalent placement.
Full course
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SP 208 - Conversation in Spanish
This intermediate-level conversation course emphasizes speaking skills: vocabulary, pronunciation, accuracy of expression, confidence, and fluency. Students will also practice listening, reading, and writing skills through class discussion and assignments. Course topics will focus on current affairs and contemporary social, political, and cultural issues in Spain and the Spanish world.
Prerequisites: SP 206
Half course
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SP 308 - Advanced Conversation
The study and practice of oral expression. Class activities are related to different aspects of Hispanic culture.
Prerequisites: SP 206 with a grade C or better; or equivalent placement.
Full course
Misc. Notes: In Spanish.
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SP 310 - Advanced Communication and Culture
A course designed to help students consolidate their grammar and vocabulary skills as they develop their writing skills. The goal is to foster students’ critical reflection and self-correction, thereby increasing their independence in the craft of writing.
Prerequisites: SP 206 with a grade C or better; or equivalent placement.
Full course
Misc. Notes: In Spanish. Fulfills Written Communication requirement for the Spanish major.
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SP 313 - Topics in Latin American Culture
Courses could cover such topics as National Culture and Identity, Latin American film; the culture of Argentina.
Prerequisites: SP 310
Full course
Misc. Notes: In Spanish. May be repeatable as long as topic is different.
Liberal Studies Curriculum: Global Issues that Impact the Common Good
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SP 315 - Topics in Spanish Culture
Explores the cultures of Spain. Courses could cover such topics as Spanish Art and Architecture; the Spanish Civil War; Transition to Democracy; and contemporary Spanish culture.
Prerequisites: SP 310
Full course
Misc. Notes: May be repeatable as long as topic is different.
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SP 343 - Literary Studies in Spanish
Familiarizes students with different literary genres and styles and introduces them to the principal literary movements and authors of Hispanic literature.
Prerequisites: SP 310
Full course
Misc. Notes: In Spanish. Must be taken at Saint Michael’s College to count towards the major. Students may take SP 310 and SP 343 concurrently.
Liberal Studies Curriculum: Literary Studies or CORE: Literature & The Arts
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SP 430 - Spanish/Latin American Film
A study of the great cinematic tradition of Spain and/or Spanish-speaking countries using methods similar to those used in the study of literature. Students will watch and discuss at least one film each week.
Prerequisites: SP 343
Full course
Liberal Studies Curriculum: N/A or CORE: Literature & The Arts
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SP 435 - Readings in Latin American Literature
Courses could cover topics such as colonization and resistance, mestizaje, the nation, the New Narrative, migration, and contemporary Latin America through narrative, essay, theatre, poetry, and testimonio.
Prerequisites: SP 343
Full course
Misc. Notes: In Spanish. May be repeatable as long as topic is different.
Liberal Studies Curriculum: N/A or CORE: Literature & The Arts
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SP 440 - Readings in Spanish Literature
The course may be based on a single author, work, or movement or may be of a topical nature. Past courses include “Contemporary Spanish Novel,” “Don Quijote” and “The Life and Works of Lorca.”
Prerequisites: SP 343
Full course
Misc. Notes: May be repeatable as long as the topic is different.
Liberal Studies Curriculum: N/A or CORE: Literature & The Arts
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SP 445 - Poetry in Spanish
An exploration of poetry leading to an appreciation of its uniqueness as a genre. The course will discuss what makes poetry different from other literary forms and will provide the student with a better understanding of poetry, authors, and traditions and with the tools of poetic analysis.
Prerequisites: SP 343
Full course
Misc. Notes: May be repeatable as long as topic is different.
Liberal Studies Curriculum: N/A or CORE: Literature & The Arts
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SP 460 - Senior Seminar
In the capstone course for majors, students use the skills and knowledge gained over the course of their studies on campus and abroad to produce a substantial academic essay written in the language of the major. The theme of the essay depends on the particular year, professor, and student.
Prerequisites: Senior Spanish majors only.
Full course
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ST 120 - Elementary Statistics
Description of sample data; probability distributions including the Normal distribution; correlation and regression; sampling; hypothesis testing; statistical inference; other topics may include Chi-square tests, multiple regression, and ANOVA.
Full course
Misc. Notes: Non-majors only. Credit will not be given for ST 120 if credit has already been given for BU 207, EC 205, MA 140/ST 140, PS 213 or PS 216.
Liberal Studies Curriculum: LSC or CORE: Quantitative Reasoning
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ST 140 - Biological Data & Statistics
An introduction to the numerical analysis of biological data in fields such as ecology, medicine, neuroscience, and molecular/cellular biology. The emphasis is on choosing the correct analysis method for experiments by learning common elementary statistical tests and on developing skills to evaluate and interpret statistical reporting in the life sciences.
Full course
Misc. Notes: Credit will not be given for ST 140 if credit has already been given for BU 207, EC 205, MA 120/ST 120, PS 213, or PS 216.
Liberal Studies Curriculum: Quantitative Reasoning
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ST 202 - Statistics for Data Science I
This course will be developed during the 2018-19 academic year.
Full course
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ST 220 - Statistics for Engineers & Scientists
Data analysis, probability models, parameter estimation, hypothesis testing, analysis of variance and experimental design, regression analysis. Topics such as quality control, statistical process control, and reliability.
Prerequisites: MA-150
Full course
Liberal Studies Curriculum: LSC or CORE: Quantitative Reasoning
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ST 251 - Probability
Introduction to combinatorics and probability; discrete distributions; continuous distributions; expectation; moment-generating functions; bivariate distributions; conditional distributions; functions of random variables; limit theorems including Weak Law of Large Numbers and Central Limit Theorem; distributions arising from a sample of Normal random variables; applications of probability.
Prerequisites: MA 150
Full course
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ST 252 - Mathematical Statistics and Methods
Development of theories of mathematical statistics, including minimum variance unbiased estimation, use of pivot functions, maximum likelihood estimation, and Bayesian estimation; introduction to statistical decision theory; application of methods of statistical inference to areas such as multiple linear regression, design of experiments and analysis of variance, random effects models, and logistic regression.
Prerequisites: MA-150
Full course
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ST 302 - Statistics for Data Science II
This course will be developed during the 2018-19 academic year.
Full course
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ST 351 - Applied Regression Analysis
Regression analysis and its applications. Topics include simple and multiple linear regression, model diagnostics and testing, residual analysis, transformations, indicator variables, variable selection techniques, logistic regression and analysis of variance. Most methods assume use of a statistical computing package.
Prerequisites: ST 251 or ST-252 or permission of instructor
Full course
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ST 410 - Seminar in Statistics
This course will be developed during the 2018-19 academic year.
Half course
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ST 451 - Applied Statistical Methods
Exploration of common statistical techniques using the theory and methods of probability and statistics. Topics include review of inferential statistics, ANOVA, time series, nonparametric and multivariate statistics, Chi-square tests, and logistic regression. Most methods assume use of a statistical computing package.
Prerequisites: ST 251 or ST-252 or permission of instructor
Full course
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ST 495 - Honors Thesis in Statistics
Independent research and thesis under the supervision of a member of the mathematics & statistics faculty.
Prerequisites: Membership in the Honors Program, permission of Supervisor and Department Chair.
Half or Full course
Misc. Notes: Students must have permission of a supervisor and submit their research proposal to the department chair before preregistration for the semester in which the proposed research is to take place. This course does not count toward the major requirements; it is taken to fulfill requirements of the Honors Program.
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TH 101 - Life in the Theatre
This course explores the challenges of building and managing a career in Professional Theatre. “Life in the Theatre” focuses on how to discover job opportunities within professional theatre organizations and how to prepare for interviews and auditions.
Half course
Misc. Notes: Theatre majors and minors only
Liberal Studies Curriculum: N/A or CORE: Literature & The Arts
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TH 115 - Public Presentations
This course focuses on performance awareness and the development of physical and vocal skills that enhance the art of clear and expressive communication.
Prerequisites: None
Half course
Liberal Studies Curriculum: N/A or CORE: Literature & The Arts
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TH 161 - Theatre Laboratory: Scenery, Lights, Painting
A semester-long theatre laboratory focusing on safety in the theatre, and the department of Fine Arts’ mainstage production. It meets twice a week and involves active participation in the areas of stage lighting, properties, set construction and painting.
Half course
Misc. Notes: May be repeated with permission of the instructor.
Liberal Studies Curriculum: Artistic Experience or CORE: Literature & The Arts
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TH 162 - Theatre Laboratory: Costumes
A semester-long laboratory course centered on the current Mainstage Theatre production. It meets twice a week. Students enrolled develop skills that enable them to build and alter costumes for the show.
Half course
Misc. Notes: May be repeated with permission of the instructor, for Majors only.
Liberal Studies Curriculum: Artistic Experience or CORE: Literature & The Arts
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TH 163 - Theatre Laboratory: Scenery, Lights, Run Crew
A semester-long theatre laboratory focusing on safety in the theatre, and the department of Fine Arts’ mainstage production. It meets once a week and involves active participation in the areas of stage lighting, properties, set construction, and painting. This class also involves running the department show during technical rehearsals and performances.
Half course
Misc. Notes: May be repeated with permission of the instructor.
Liberal Studies Curriculum: Artistic Experience or CORE: Literature & The Arts
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TH 207 - Acting Techniques
The theory and practice of acting techniques, using the acting style and literature of modern and contemporary realism. The techniques focus on understanding dramatic action in terms of character, and on the organic use of the voice and body.
Full course
Liberal Studies Curriculum: Artistic Experience or CORE: Literature & The Arts
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TH 209 - Stagecrafts
This is an introduction to the technical elements of stage production (exclusive of costuming). Particular emphasis is placed on stage management, run crew, design, construction of scenery, painting, properties and lighting. Practical projects are included in the curriculum to reinforce classroom work.
Prerequisites: Theatre major/minor or permission of instructor.
Full course
Liberal Studies Curriculum: Artistic Experience or CORE: Literature & The Arts
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TH 211 - Costume Crafts
A survey encompassing elements of the design, history and execution of stage costumes, with special emphasis on the collaboration with the director and other designers, script analysis and various forms of research.
Full course
Liberal Studies Curriculum: Artistic Experience or CORE: Literature & The Arts
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TH 213 - Singing for the Actor
A beginning course in musical theatre performance. Students will learn basic techniques to communicate acting choices within a song. This course will also include a survey of musical theatre history, with special emphasis on current Broadway composers.
Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor.
Full course
Liberal Studies Curriculum: Artistic Experience or CORE: Literature & The Arts
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TH 217 - Alexander Technique
This course is for students interested in moving and performing with greater ease, power, support and clarity. Alexander Technique can be applied to many aspects of daily movement and performance activities. You will explore movement habits and experience movement choices that are logical and effortless.
Half course
Liberal Studies Curriculum: Artistic Experience or CORE: Literature & The Arts
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TH 271 - Production Practicum: Acting
Allows students to earn course credit by auditioning for, and being cast in a Fine Arts: Theatre Mainstage production, attending all rehearsals and performances and submitting all written work as required.
Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor.
Half course
Misc. Notes: May be repeated with permission of the instructor. Registering for the course does not ensure being cast in the production.
Liberal Studies Curriculum: Artistic Experience or CORE: Literature & The Arts
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TH 272 - Production Practicum: Directing
Allows students to earn course credit by serving as Assistant Director or Director for the Fine Arts: Theatre Mainstage production, attending all rehearsals and performances and submitting all written work as required.
Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor.
Half course
Misc. Notes: May be repeated with permission of the instructor.
Liberal Studies Curriculum: Artistic Experience or CORE: Literature & The Arts
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TH 273 - Production Practicum: Stage Management
Allows students to earn course credit by either assistant stage managing or stage managing a faculty supervised production, attending all rehearsals and performances and submitting all written work as required.
Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor.
Half course
Misc. Notes: May be repeated with permission of the instructor.
Liberal Studies Curriculum: N/A or CORE: Literature & The Arts
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TH 274 - Production Practicum: Dramaturgy
Allows students to earn course credit by serving as Dramaturg for the Fine Arts: Theatre Mainstage production, attending all rehearsals and performances and submitting all written work as required. The Dramaturg researches all of the aspects of the world of the play to enable the director, designers, actors and audience members to more fully understand it.
Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor.
Half course
Misc. Notes: May be repeated with permission of the instructor.
Liberal Studies Curriculum: Artistic Experience or CORE: Literature & The Arts
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TH 275 - Production Practicum: Design
Allows students to earn course credit by either assisting a faculty designer or themselves designing scenery, costumes, lighting, or sound for the mainstage, attending rehearsals and production meetings as required, and turning in all appropriate design materials for evaluation upon completion of the project.
Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor.
Half course
Misc. Notes: May be repeated with permission of the instructor.
Liberal Studies Curriculum: Artistic Experience or CORE: Literature & The Arts
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TH 301 - Western Theatre History from Aeschylus to Zannis
A survey of the history of theatre from the Golden Age of Greece to the Renaissance. The relationships among authors, their plays, and conditions of production are emphasized. Fulfills writing intensive requirement for the Theatre major.
Full course
Misc. Notes: Fulfills Written Communication requirement for the Theatre major.
Liberal Studies Curriculum: Historical Studies or CORE: Literature & The Arts
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TH 302 - Moliere to Modern Drama
A survey of the literature and history of European and American Theatre from French Neo-classicism to the advent of Realism. The relationships among authors, their plays and conditions of production are emphasized.
Full course
Liberal Studies Curriculum: Literary Studies or CORE: Literature & The Arts
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TH 303 - Modern and Contemporary Theatre
A survey of the literature and history of European and American theatre from the early Twentieth century to the present. Emphasis will be on significant innovations in a time characterized by social and political crisis and change.
Half course
Liberal Studies Curriculum: N/A or CORE: Literature & The Arts
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TH 309 - Directing
Explores the technical, visual, aural and analytical skills involved in the direction of plays. Students obtain experience in play analysis, stage movement, ground-planning, casting, rehearsing and performance. In addition, students gain preliminary knowledge of the history of play direction.
Prerequisites: TH 105 or TH 207
Full course
Liberal Studies Curriculum: N/A or CORE: Literature & The Arts
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TH 311 - Acting for the Camera
This is an introductory course designed to enable students to learn the art of film and television acting. Students will learn how to communicate and feel at ease – whether doing an interview or reporting from the field. On-camera opportunities will highlight audition techniques, commercial scenes, and interview skills. Students will focus on script analysis, responsive listening, physical and vocal economy, blocking and business, personalization and the close-up. Students will also research and discuss the cultural impact that the media plays on our world today.
Full course
Liberal Studies Curriculum: Artistic Experience or CORE: Literature & The Arts
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TH 321 - Playwriting
This is a course designed to give practical experience in writing and in critical analysis of theatre scripts. Starting with writing exercises, students will develop three finished scripts of 10 - 12 pages in length and a one-act (30 - 45 pages). All original scripts will be read aloud by actors and subject to discussion and revision.
Full course
Liberal Studies Curriculum: Artistic Experience or CORE: Literature & The Arts
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TH 331 - Scenic Design
A study of the theories and practices of scenic design for the stage. The creative process and methods of communicating the design to the director and other members of the production staff will be emphasized.
Full course
Misc. Notes: May be repeatable.
Liberal Studies Curriculum: Artistic Experience or CORE: Literature & The Arts
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TH 341 - Lighting Design
A study of the theories and practices of lighting design for the stage. The creative process and methods of communicating the design to the director and other members of the production staff will be emphasized.
Full course
Liberal Studies Curriculum: Artistic Experience or CORE: Literature & The Arts
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TH 351 - Topics in Performance
This course offers students and faculty the opportunity to engage in intensive study and practice of a particular Theatre performance technique or topic. Past examples have included Auditioning, Alexander Technique, and Acting for the Camera.
Full course
Misc. Notes: May be repeatable as long as topic is different.
Liberal Studies Curriculum: Artistic Experience
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TH 410 - Senior Seminar in Theatre
An advanced seminar in Theatre, culminating in a creative project (which could include acting, directing, designing, writing, and/or teaching).
Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor.
Full course
Liberal Studies Curriculum: N/A or CORE:Literature & The Arts
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TH 450 - Theatre Tutorial
An independent project pursued in consultation with a Theatre Faculty Member. Depending on the scope of the project, this may be constructed as a half or full course.
Prerequisites: 3.0 or better GPA in Theatre; permission of instructor.
Full or Half course
Misc. Notes: May be repeated with permission of instructor.
Liberal Studies Curriculum: N/A or CORE: Literature & The Arts
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