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2012-2014 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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HON 4940 - Honors Thesis
(1-4)
The Honors Thesis is an in-depth, interdisciplinary project of special interest to the student. The student can choose to complete original research or creative work using methods recognized by practicing scholars. In all cases there must be a written product that includes elements appropriate to the relevant disciplines, such as a research question or hypothesis, methods section, discussion of findings, academic argument, etc. The Honors Program requires the project to be interdisciplinary and to posses the depth, quality, or scope indicative of honors work. In consultation with the Honors Director, the student will choose a thesis committee made up of a thesis advisor, a second faculty member reader, and the Honors Director. The thesis advisor will be a faculty member who is grounded in a relevant discipline and who will become the instructor of record.
Prerequisite: Junior standing.
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HP 1550 - Introduction to Health Care Professions
(1)
This course introduces students to a variety of health care professions. Students explore different careers in health care along with trends and current issues in health care. Furthermore, the course provides an introduction to medical terminology applicable to health care professions.
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HP 3500 - Perspectives in Global Health
(3)
This course identifies the major determinants of health on a global scale and examines the differences in health and health care from the perspectives of culture, geography, and socio-economic status. Topics may include the impact of poverty, nutrition, clean water, sanitation, disease, and access to health care. Upon completion of this course, students will understand the global threats to health and well-being outside of their own health care model.
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HP 3700 - Global Perspectives on Disability
(3)
This course is designed for students interested in issues related to disability. It will critically examine the position of persons with disabilities historically and in contemporary society across the globe. The class will analyze perspectives of various cultures on disability and the impact theses perspectives have on societal institutions and the lives of people with disabilities in various nations. Assignments and discussion will be directed at enhancing awareness and understanding of the global disability community. Students will explore historical and contemporary views and discuss strides made as well as challenges the disability community still faces. Students will devise strategies for promoting positive messages and vehicles for advocacy.
(GPR)
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LD 1000 - Leadership in the Jesuit Tradition
(1)
The Leadership in the Jesuit Tradition class is multifaceted in purpose. The class is designed to introduce students at Rockhurst University to understanding leadership characteristics and behaviors, leadership styles, team development and maintenance, situational leadership, and conflict management. Throughout the course, Rockhurst University leaders will build their confidence, strengthen their ability to work with others, and become active participants on and off campus.
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LD 1200 - Greek Leadership
(1)
The Greek Leadership course will review the history of Greek-lettered organizations since their founding in 1776 and will begin to formulate and develop policies, opinions, guidelines, and plans for enhancing and strengthening the Rockhurst University Greek Community. Organizational leadership and development philosophies will guide coursework.
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RA 2500 - Resident Leadership Seminar
(1–2)
Fall semester
A one- or two-credit seminar designed to provide Resident Assistants with in-depth discussion and training on topics concerning residential communities, including communication skills, confrontation, working with groups, critical issues, programming, and the importance of their role as a Resident Assistant. All Resident Assistant staff must take this course once and receive a C or higher to retain their Resident Assistant position.
Prerequisite: Instructor approval.
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SA 2000 - Cultural Transitions and Adjustment
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Cultural Transitions and Adjustment is preparation for students participating in a variety of programs abroad, such as education, research, service learning, and internships or working abroad. Preparation is for more effective interaction in multicultural situations. Students will gain an understanding of cultural differences and similarities through the study of intercultural theories with application to each student’s own experience, including both understanding others as well as self-awareness. This coursework additionally has national and cross-cultural applications for U.S. culturally, ethnically, regionally, and economically diverse interaction.This course is for international students studying at Rockhurst as well as U.S. students from Rockhurst studying abroad.
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