Develops college-level reading, writing, critical thinking, speaking, and listening skills in a science and environmental policy context. (Offered fall and spring semesters.)

Uses ethical theory to examine and analyze personal behavior and public policy in the context of social, environmental, and economic sustainability. Develops reading, writing, critical thinking, speaking, and listening skills.

Uses ethical theory and service-learning to examine and analyze personal behavior, local community action, and public policy in the context of social, environmental, and economic sustainability. Develops reading, writing, critical thinking, speaking, and listening skills.

Covers fundamentals of government, particularly how the US Constitution and the structure and processes of democracy affect current environmental and natural resource issues. Provides comparisons between US, California state and local government and how each of these affect their lives. Students track media coverage of governmental and environmental issues to understand how government works. Students learn how to engage in politics to make change.

Students explore concepts of well-being and apply theoretical models to personal engagement in behaviors that promote and detract from well-being. Current health issues are used to probe concepts of well-being. Students also explore how historical relationships between disease, technology, and agriculture influence the socio-economic status of people and nations, developing a deep understanding of how one's race, gender, etc., influence contraction of disease & access to social services. (Credit/No Credit Available)

Students develop critical thinking skills in conjunction with library research, reading, listening, and speaking skills needed to understand and analyze complex social and environmental controversies and promote societal awareness, engagement, and sound decision making. (Credit/No Credit Available)

Workshop focuses on materials and writing assignments that parallel the ENSTU 300 case study assignment. Develops strategies for accurate and effective reading and writing of scholarly, academic works that synthesize complex information from a variety of sources.

Examines the scientific, economic, and political dimensions of global climate change. Examines the greenhouse effect, global climate change, and the implementation of the Kyoto Protocol and IPCC reports in reducing human-induced greenhouse gas emissions. Focuses on trends in population, dynamics, development policy and environmental heath impacts.

Focuses on techniques for communicating environmental messages to different age and cultural groups based primarily on the field of environmental interpretation. Students develop environmental messaging strategies and/or interpretive products for local organizations such as Monterey Regional Waste Management District, Return of the Natives, and Monterey Peninsula Regional Park District.

This course addresses the meta question: "How can community-based environmental restoration address issues of social and environmental justice?"" The course examines: waves of culture affecting Monterey County's significant social issues

Explores common structural characteristics associated with natural and anthopogenic systems and how such characteristics can be applied to understanding and decision making. Applies concepts associated with thermodynamics, energy and energy flow, ecology, economics, place-based learning, scale, systems thinking, and resource limitation to address practical decisions and ways of thinking in a variety of circumstances. (Credit/No Credit Available)

Course provides a basic overview of the history and present state of each of our utilities and of our building, transportation and agricultural infrastructure. Practical and ideal future scenarios as well as the integrative relationships between and among different utility systems are examined. Students will learn how our current infrastructure came about and what it would take to make improvements to it in a tractable manner.

Engages in philosophical works on social justice theory, ecological justice theory, and responsibility theory; uses an integrated social and ecological justice framework for analyzing social and environmental problems and for developing, analyzing, and promoting sustainable and equitable practices and policies.

Uses an integrated social and ecological justice framework for developing an understanding of self and social awareness; service and social responsibility; community and social justice; multicultural community building; and civic engagement; deepens and critically applies learning through placements and activities with local community organizations.

Evaluates development of water use/management throughout history. Critiques how geography, economics, culture, and politics guide people's decision-making and use and management of water. Analyzes and compares U.S. and California constitutions based on historic, geographic, political, economic, and cultural context and influences relating to water regulation. Students participate in historically informed political project applying political participation in the local community. (Credit/No Credit Available)

Studies a particular topic in Environmental Studies. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. (Offered only as interest warrants.) (Credit/No Credit Available)

Student and faculty member select topic of study and number of credits. (Offered only as interest warrants.) (Credit/No Credit Available)

Assists students in initiating and developing an Environmental Studies capstone portfolio and community-based project.

Assists students in completing an Environmental Studies capstone portfolio and community-based project. (Credit/No Credit Available)

This problem-based learning course consists of a series of independent projects that focus on the interaction between energy, sustainability, and the environment. Each project is designed as a hands-on, collaborative inquiry where students are presented with a challenge and key question. Each semester-long course consists of 3 to 6 of these projects. One project each semester is focused exclusively on solving a major challenge in the campus climate action plan.

Students will learn how the climate system works; what factors cause climate to change across different time scales and how those factors interact; how scientists use models, observations and theory to make predictions about future climate. The course explores evidence for changes in sea level and acidity due to global warming. Finally, the course looks at the connection between human activity and the current warming trend and considers some of the potential consequences of climate change. Credit/ No Credit Available.

Studies a particular topic in Environmental Science Technology & Policy. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. (Offered only as interest warrants.) (Credit/ No Credit Available)

Independent study for first-year students. Students must obtain the signature/approval of their independent study supervisor before enrolling in ENVS 197. (Offered only as interest warrants.)

Teaches the skills and knowledge needed to create captivating still photographs of animals, plants, landscapes, and other natural subjects. Explores the art, history, and science of nature photography as a tool for discovery and communication. Students must have a digital SLR camera (or other digital camera featuring manual exposure control and either interchangeable lenses or optical zoom) and tripod. Contract instructor or see course website for detailed equipment requirements. Three full-day field trips scheduled during weekends. Does not cover digital image editing techniques or video. (Offered fall and spring semesters.)

This interdisciplinary introduction to environmental science course introduces science as a method of studying and understanding the natural world through offering an overview of topics needed to understand key environmental challenges of today's world. Promotes critical thinking, problem solving, scientific and environmental literacy. For non-science majors and Environmental Studies majors.

Surveys current scientific and environmental topics students should understand to make informed decisions in their lives. Topics may include genetically modified organisms, cloning, human population growth, water resources, pesticides, and global warming. For nonscience majors. (Offered spring semester.)

An introduction to practical electronics and environmental measurement for students enrolling through the Marine Advanced Technology and Education (MATE) Center. Students design, build, and test their own electronic instruments to record environmental variables. (Offered fall semester of even years.)

Required lab course for ENVS 230. (Offered fall semester of even years.)

This course prepares students for the conduct of science underwater while using SCUBA, including transects, quadrats, and photography.

Introduction to the chemical and physical nature of the atmosphere. Topics include weather and climate, storms, general air circulation, descriptive meteorology, clouds, and atmosphere-ocean interactions. (Offered fall and spring semesters.)

Introduction to the major physical, chemical, biological, and geological features and processes of global oceanography, with emphasis on the Monterey Bay area. Discusses the human impacts on the region and the state and federal policies in-place that have been designed to protect the Monterey Bay area through the establishment of the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. For non-science majors. (Offered fall and spring semesters.)

Covers principles of microeconomics and applies these to environmental valuation and management of natural resources. Students apply economic theory to evaluate environmental problems and policies, particularly in marine and coastal ecosystems. (Offered fall and spring semesters.)

Course assists students in writing a case study that analyzes the science, policy, and stakeholder information needed to make a recommendation in response to a normative question about an environmental issue.

Studies a particular topic in Environmental Science Technology & Policy. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. (Offered only as interest warrants.) (Letter Grade Available)

Student and faculty member select topic of study and number of credits. (Offered only as interest warrants.)

Students develop a research-?driven, scientifically rigorous case study that includes a theory section with hypotheses students test as part of their research. A robust literature review and interviews of external stakeholders completed by students inform the case study. Lectures, critical thinking exercises, readings on the scientific method, analyses of exemplary case studies, and resources and activities on effective written and oral communication provide students with a framework.

Optional computer lab course for ENVS 300. Designed for students in ENVS 300 who have not previously fulfilled the Tech/Info ULR. Provides hands-on experience with information literacy and literature searches, reference evaluation, advanced word processing, electronic presentations, spreadsheet design and manipulation, and webpage development. (Offered fall and spring semesters.)

Analyzes the services and goods provided by natural ecosystems in Monterey Bay. Explores the scientific framework of ecosystem services, their disruption or disturbance, economic and ecological values, methods of analyzing these values, and policy implications. (Offered fall semester.)

Mandatory orientation for ENVS 303L. This classroom component of California Transect prepares students for the summer field course (ENVS 303L) by introducing topics in California's scientific, cultural, and political history and current issues that will be examined in detail during the summer field course (ENVS 303L). May require one weekend field trip. (Offered spring semester.)

Two-week summer field course. Students explore California's unique ecosystems using a case-studies framework emphasizing the interaction between natural processes and human impacts. Involves camping and hiking. Course fee charged for food, transportation, and camping. (Offered spring semester or summer session.)

Soils and the Environment: Lecture/lab course surveys the importance, composition, and formation of soils; soil chemistry, mineralogy, and organic matter; soil physical properties and water movement and retention; soil biology and microbiology; soil fertility and plant growth; reactions and movement of nutrients, trace metals, and pesticides in soils; factors influencing soil erosion and salinization; and soil taxonomy and surveys.

Theory and application of spatial data acquisition, analysis, and display using an integrated, hands-on, project-based approach. Covers geographic information systems (GIS) and the Global Positioning System (GPS). Course completion results in ArcGIS certification from ESRI and GPS Mapping certification from Trimble Navigation (TerraSync). (Offered fall and spring semesters.)

Project-oriented course covers techniques in statistics, experimental design, and field methodology to characterize the ecological patterns in marine and terrestrial ecosystems. May include one or more weekend field trips.

Project-oriented course covers techniques in experimental design, data analysis, and field and laboratory methods of soil and water analysis in the context of local soil and water chemistry problems. May include one or more weekend field trips. (Offered as demand warrants.)

Environmental Wildlands Studies: Field investigations study of environmental problems affecting natural and human-impacted ecosystems, including the role of human interactions. Extended field study of flora, fauna, biotic communities, and ecological relationships at selected sites in the United States or international locations. Students participate in field research and evaluation of environmental policy options.

Environmental Field Survey: Field based course that conducts onsite examinations and analyses of environmental problems affecting North American/international wildlands and wildlife populations. Concepts and principles of environmental studies, wildlife management and public land planning methods are incorporated during assessment of the study area's environmental characteristics. Data collection techniques, quantification and analysis of field data, and environmental report writing are components of the research activities that students will pursue.

Wildlands Environment&Culture: Field Studies course involves off-campus travel to a variety of locations, studying the relationships among people and the environment. Region and culture specific case studies and assessment of historical and current cultural and environmental uses of wildland and/or wildlife communities. Examination of consequences and outcomes of environmental policies and wildland/wildlife management.

Applies theories and tools of economics to allocation of natural resources, causes of environmental damage, and the link between economics and environmental change. (Offered fall semester of odd years.)

Students work with practicing professionals in the community in a volunteer or paid internship that requires critical thinking and specialized science, policy, or technical skills. Academic credit is awarded for documented learning that takes place during the internship and that meets individualized and core internship outcomes. (Offered fall and spring semesters.)

Studies a particular topic in Earth Systems Science & Policy. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. (Offered only as interest warrants.) (Credit/No Credit Available)

Student and faculty member select topic of study and number of credits. (Offered only as interest warrants.) (Credit/No Credit Available)

Students work with public and private organizations on projects that integrate scientific skills with needs of multicultural communities. (Offered only as interest warrants.)

Assists students in completion of faculty-guided Honors Capstone research project. Requires A- or above in both ENVS 400 and ENVS 495.

Assists students in completing the Capstone project developed in ENVS 400, including a written Capstone report and an oral presentation to faculty and students associated with the ESTP Program. (Offered fall and spring semesters.)

Assists students enrolled in a capstone project course in preparing their final written report, poster, and/or oral presentation for their Senior Capstone Project. Students must enroll concurrently in an approved ESTP Capstone Project Course.

Applications of geospatial information technology and geodata manipulation and analysis in the management of natural resources, including remote sensing, aerial photography, image processing, georeferencing, georecertification, and quantitative information extraction from multispectral and other image data. (Offered fall semester.)

Process of designing, building, and using computer models for use within applied environmental science. Covers key examples within ecological and hydrological modeling. Introduces students to different modeling paradigms, including: systems dynamics, statistical habitat selection, and simulated vs analytical solutions. Software usage draws from Stella, VenSim, Excel, Visual Basic, and statistical packages. Individual student projects. Must have received a grade of B- or better in Math 151.

Use of landscape-level measurements, computer models, remote sensing, and geographic information systems to quantify and develop sustainable solutions to environmental problems over large space and time scales. Utilize an ecosystem process model as a tool to understanding how changes in the cycling of biogeochemicals can alter ecosystem processes.

This field-oriented course is an in-depth exploration of a local, threatened ecosystem. Students get experience doing science research projects and reading primary scientific literature on vernal pool organisms, ecology, chemistry, and soils. Focuses on organismal taxonomy. May include weekend or odd-hour field trips. (Offered spring semester of even years.)

Studies a particular topic in Environmental Science Technology & Policy. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. (Offered only as interest warrants.) (Credit/ No Credit Available)

Student and faculty member select topic of study and number of credits. (Offered only as interest warrants.)

Enables students to integrate citizenship, academic subjects, skills, and values into their Senior Capstone projects. Students work with public and private organizations on projects that integrate scientific skills with needs of multicultural communities. Students maintain weekly journals covering self, community, public education, and professional community responsibility. (Offered only as interest warrants.)

A seminar that familiarizes students with the Coastal and Watershed Science & Policy program components and assists them in developing research proposals. Takes a case-study approach to understanding the process of developing and approving environmental policy, and in identifying and comparing major stakeholders, their interests, and their roles in the development and approval of policies that address current environmental problems. (Offered fall semester.)

In this seminar students will examine the integrative roles of science, technology, and economics in policy development, and compare and criticize alternate policy recommendations based on the perspectives and evidence of primary stakeholder groups.

Walks educators through each step of creating their own GIS project. Participants gather data from a variety of sources, including GPS, and create a marine and coastal map that communicates a variety of issues. Issues can include marine protected areas, coastal development, invasive species, water quality, ocean observing systems, and marine fisheries. Participants also create a lesson plan to use with their interactive map.

Provides a forum for educators, especially those interested in participating in MATE student ROV competitions, to: (1) acquire the knowledge and skills needed to implement an ROV design and building curriculum that is aligned with the country's workforce needs; (2) gain an understanding of the type of work that ROV technicians do; and (3) learn about the many career opportunities available in the submersible-technology field. (Offered through Extended Ed.)

Theory and application of advanced spatial data acquisition, analysis, and display using an integrated, hands-on, project-based approach. Use of geographic information systems (GIS) for spatial analysis, hypothesis testing, and decision making. Theory and practice of advanced GIS topics and methods such as raster analysis, dynamic segmentation, geocoding, spatial statistics, and geodatabase design. (Offered spring semester.)

Applications of geospatial information technology and geodata manipulation and analysis in the management of natural resources, including remote sensing, aerial photography, image processing, georeferencing, georecertification, and quantitative information extraction from multispectral and other image data. (Offered fall semester.)

Teaches the process of designing, building, and using computer models for use within applied environmental science. Covers key examples within ecological and hydrological modeling e.g. population dynamics, and water flow. Introduces students to different modeling paradigms, including: systems dynamics, statistical habitat selection, and simulated vs analytical solutions. Software usage draws from Stella, VenSim, Excel, Visual Basic, and statistical packages. Includes individual student projects. Must have received a grade of B- or better in Math 151. (Offered fall semester as demand warrants.)

This graduate-level field-oriented course is an in-depth exploration of a local, threatened ecosystem. Students get experience doing science research projects and reading primary scientific literature on vernal pool organisms, ecology, chemistry, and soils. Focuses on organismal taxonomy. May include weekend or odd-hour field trips. (Offered spring semester of odd years.)

Covers the concepts of scientific method (theories, propositions, hypotheses, etc.); how to design research questions; practical techniques of experimental design, statistical inference, and information theoretic methods; successful proposal; and communication of scientific results. Emphasizes effective linkage between science policy with respect to achieving levels of scientific quality, clarity, and relevance appropriate to real-world situations. (Offered fall semester.)

Develops interdisciplinary skills to address complex environmental issues. Skill sets will be in the fields of hydrology, fluvial geomorphology, water quality, and ecology. Topics include environmental policy/agency framework, current environmental issues, and physical/ecological processes in natural and impacted wateshed systems. May require weekend field trips. (Offered spring semester.)

Explores the rehabilitation and management of damaged ecosystems focusing on rivers, estuaries, and wetlands. Covers the systems approach, ecologic principles, hydrologic processes, soils, erosion, and improvement structures. Emphasizes real situations using case studies and experimental restoration work. Includes several weekend field trips. (Offered spring semester of odd years.)

Required lab course for ENVS 561.

Students use a standard input/output model framework to estimate economic values at regional scales. Develops economic growth and bio-economic models in a dynamic and spatial framework applied to management of California's marine resources. Introduces statistical (econometric) estimation and analyses of linear regression models, time-series models, travel cost models, and random utility models. (Offered fall semester of odd years.)

Policy course draws upon student skills of research, writing, analysis, and creative thinking. Offers a multidisciplinary approach to understanding the principles and strategies for managing the coastal zone. Combines the disciplines of policy, economics, planning, geology, biology, ecology, a bit of chemistry, and organizational management. (Offered fall semester.)

Studies a particular topic in Environmental Science Technology & Policy. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. (Offered only as interest warrants.) (Credit/ No Credit Available)

Studies a particular topic in Environmental Science Technology & Policy. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. (Offered only as interest warrants.) (Credit/ No Credit Available)

Individualizes student placement for field study as related to Environmental Science, Technology and Policy. Offered as interest warrants.

Student and faculty member select topic of study and number of credits. (Offered only as interest warrants.)

Faculty-mentored, independent research leading toward completion of the MS thesis. May be repeated for a maximum of six credits that count toward the degree. Requires approval of the thesis advisor. (Offered fall and spring semesters.)

Addresses current watershed environmental issues using advanced research methods and sound science. Considers issues from multiple perspectives, including legal, political, diverse stakeholders, and natural science. Students present project results in both written and oral formats, utilizing innovative visualizations, as necessary, to communicate technical science to decision-makers or non-specialists. (Offered fall semester.)

An introduction to biomolecules, the structure and function of living cells, cell cycle, reproduction, evolution, and the diversity of organisms. Designed for Liberal Studies majors and science majors who need additional biology background to succeed in majors-level biology courses.

First semester of a two-semester core biology series. Examines cell structure and function; cellular respiration and photosynthesis; cell signaling and reproduction; transmission and molecular genetics, transcription and translation; control of gene expression; biotechnology; comparative animal form and function; animal development. Enrollment conditional upon pre-assessment score, AP Biology exam score À 4, or completion of BIO 204. Concurrent enrollment in CHEM 111 allowed if ÀA- in CHEM 110.

The goals for this laboratory course are to develop a sound understanding and practice of laboratory safety and laboratory science, to expose students to the major techniques used in molecular biology laboratories, and to gain hands-on experience exploring the form and function of major animal organ systems. This course may have a lab fee.

This is the second semester of the two-semester core biology sequence. Examines the diversity of life, the evolutionary processes that unites all life, the form and function of higher plants, and the ecological processes that govern the interactions of living and non-living components of the earth. These concepts will be grounded in an exploration of local biology and global climate change.

Required lab course for BIO 211. Focuses on biodiversity, evolution, plant biology and doing scientific research in ecology and plant physiology. Lab course fee may be charged.

This course focuses on the conservation of biodiversity, evolutionary processes that affect conservation and restoration, and the ecological concepts that underlie many environmental issues. These concepts will be grounded in issues in sustainability with a focus on climate change. In addition, the systems nature of environmental issues will be woven through the course. Lab course fee may be charged.

Provides an introduction to the relationship between form and function in plants and animals. Covers comparative anatomy, physiology, and development of different plant and animal structures and organ systems. Required for all Biology majors. (Offered fall and spring semesters.)

Required lab course for BIO 242. Lab course fee may be charged. (Offered fall and spring semesters.)

Studies a particular topic in Biology. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. (Offered only as interest warrants.) (Credit/No Credit Available)

Develops library research, writing, oral and critical analysis skills needed to link science to ethics in biology. Covers current issues that involve biology, ethics and society. Students develop a learning plan that integrates their Biology concentration, capstone and internship interests, and personal and professional goals.

Focuses on the methodology of science appropriate to K-12 education. Familiarizes future teachers with observing, questioning, testing, and interpreting by using the neighborhood as a laboratory. Engages in problem-solving activities and the design of experiments children will understand. Uses current technology to develop bicultural/bilingual instructional materials. (Offered as demand warrants.)

Required lab course for BIO 305. (Offered as demand warrants.)

Covers biomolecular structure and function, biological oxidation and reduction, metabolism including respiration and photosynthesis, membrane transport, and biotransformation.

Optional lab course for BIO 310. Lab course fee may be charged.

This upper division course provides an in-depth, background in all areas of classic Mendelian genetics, population and evolutionary genetics, and molecular genetics. Students who successfully complete this course should to be able to discuss and understand all of the above areas of genetics and have sufficient basic knowledge to successfully move on and master advanced topics in genetics. These outcomes will be achieved by learning how geneticists solve problems and make new discoveries.

Introduces the biology of microorganisms (bacteria, viruses, protozoa, algae, fungi), their significance as model systems for understanding fundamental cellular processes, and their role in human affairs. Also introduces the biological properties of bacterial and animal viruses, replication, methods of detection, interactions with host cells and multicellular hosts.

Explores the physiological adaptations of animals to their environments from an ecological and evolutionary perspective. Examines sub-cellular to systems-level mechanisms underlying these adaptations.

Introduces ecological concepts and theory by exploring the marine and terrestrial ecosystems of Monterey Bay. A systems approach teaches how organisms interact with one another and with the natural world around them. Emphasizes population, community, and ecosystem level ecology.

Surveys terrestrial ecosystems across California. Emphasizes the biotic and abiotic factors that determine the extents of these ecosystems. Plant identification and distribution in ecosystems of the Monterey Bay area. May include one or more weekend field trips.

Laboratory course covering techniques for prokaryotic and eukaryotic DNA purification, amplification, subcloning, and sequence analysis, used in the context of providing earth systems information. Additional knowledge and skills acquired include microbial cell culture, primer design, proposal writing. Lab course fee may be charged.

Examines the biology, biodiversity, classification, ecology, and habitats of the world's living marine organisms with an emphasis on Monterey Bay species, habitats, issues, and research.

Explores current topics and careers working with marine mammals. Topics include practical knowledge of captive marine mammal husbandry (care and maintenance), training, basic physiology, an overview of common research topics and techniques, as well as public display, education, and current issues in marine mammalogy. Students intern at least one day at Moss Landing Marine Labs assisting in the care of research-trained California sea lions. Fee charged for course materials. (Offered summer semester through Extended Education.)

Explores the field of animal training from a psychological and a technical perspective. Provides a theoretical background in relevant animal behavior and psychological principles related to the practical goal of modifying captive animal behavior. Topics include the history and ethics of animal use and training, and practical animal training techniques. Students intern at least one day at Moss Landing Marine Labs assisting in the care and training of research-trained sea lions. Fee charged for course materials. (Offered summer semester through Extended Education.)

Students learn about classification, field identification, habitats, behaviors, protection status, and methods used to study common or otherwise noteworthy mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and fish of central California.

This course will cover medical services available to people in Monterey County. Students will discuss how class, ethnicity, language, and immigration status relate to health care access. Through service, journaling, readings, and panel discussions students will explore medical access issues and discuss the factors that lead to social injustice and inequity. Students will explore their own understanding for improving equality and access to medical care for all Monterey County residents.

Addresses strategies for supporting equitable formal and informal educational opportunities and access to healthy natural environments for all, regardless of their cultural, linguistic, or economic background. Service learning placements in schools and other agencies help students deepen their understanding of basic biology principles and methodologies for facilitating learning by diverse students and community members.

Upper division seminar course based on lectures from visiting faculty and biology professionals from Research 1 institutions, biotechnology, and other biology-related careers. Includes reading and critical analysis of peer reviewed literature, seminar and journal club discussion, and attendance in seminar series. May be repeated for credit up to three times.

Studies a particular topic in Biology. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. (Offered only as interest warrants.) (Credit/ No Credit Available)

Student and faculty member select topic of study and number of credits. (Offered as interest warrants.)

Emphasizes modern genomics focused on basic and applied questions involving human genome biology and genomics for drug development and agricultural application. Students will learn to conduct bioinformatic analysis using data from genomic research projects of different species.

Emphasizes mechanisms and models of population genetics and evolutionary biology, including allelic frequency, genetic drift, adaptation and fitness, microevolutionary and macroevolutionary change, speciation, and the history of life.

Cell structure, membrane transport, cell division, molecular genetics, recombinant DNA, mechanisms of evolution, and the basis of classification. Applies fundamental principles and experimental approaches in four areas of cell biology: cell cycle regulation, signal transduction, intracellular protein transport, and structure and function of cytoskeleton, including cell-cell and cell-substrate interactions. Explores recent advances in the fields of molecular and cell biology.

Advanced survey of the biology of invertebrates, stressing comparative functional morphology, evolution, phylogeny, systematics, natural history, behavior, and aspects of physiology and development. Emphasizes the living animal and its habitat.

Approaches to scientific research on environmental physiology of marine and estuarine organisms, with focus on metabolic processes. Emphasis on scientific writing and communication. (Cross listed with MSCI 430. This course may be part of a BIO or MSCI group capstone.) Course fee may be required.

In-depth exploration of freshwater and estuarine ecosystems, including aquatic organisms and their taxonomy, and the ecology, geochemistry, and sediments of freshwater ecosystems. Will include weekend or odd-hour field trips with concurrent field/laboratory section. (Offered spring semester of odd years.)

Advanced project-based lab and lecture course develops skills and understanding of current techniques in eukaryotic genetics and molecular biology. Six hours lab and two hours lecture per week.

Uses taxonomy and systematics of higher plants of California with a focus on morphology, development, and other characteristics to classify plants.

Assists students in completing their biology research capstone project. These projects are independent in nature, and should be approved by the capstone course instructor and your research mentor prior to enrollment. The student's research mentor may have been on the CSUMB campus, or as a summer REU on another campus, or research at an associated research agency or institution.

Assists students enrolled in a capstone project course in preparing their final written report, poster, and/or oral presentation for their Senior Capstone Project. Students must have completed an approved Biology Capstone Project Course prior to enrolling in BIO 492.

The major outcome of this capstone is for a student to study for and satisfactorily complete an approved standardized test that has a biology focus. Students can take the DAT, OAT or MCAT, or GRE subject exam in Biochemistry and Cell Biology or Biology, or one of approved Biology sections of the CSET. The choice in exam is dependent upon a student's career goals. (Credit/ No Credit Available)

Students work with practicing professionals in the community in a volunteer or paid internship that requires biology knowledge and skills. Academic credit is awarded for documented learning that takes place during the internship and that meets individualized and core internship outcomes.

Studies a particular topic in Biology. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. (Offered only as interest warrants.) (Credit/ No Credit Available)

Student and faculty member select topic of study and number of credits. (Offered as interest warrants.)

Designed to mimic the research cycle in a typical molecular biology laboratory. Students isolate DNA from marine organisms, amplify specific regions, subclone, and purify plasmid DNA. Bioinformatic techniques are used to analyze sequenced regions, including homology searches, multiple alignments, primer design, and 3D comparison. Assessment consists of a lab notebook review, a final exam, and a detailed standards-based lesson plan. (Offered summer session through Extended Education.)

Required lab course for BIO 541. Lab course fee may be charged.

Graduate-level lecture course designed for an in-depth exploration of aquatic and wetland ecosystems. Learning activities include lectures on the major patterns and processes influence various aquatic systems, i.e. streams, lakes, wetlands, and estuaries; a literature review on one particular aquatic ecosystem; and oral presentation to the class about the system. Concurrent enrollment in the field/laboratory section is required. (Offered spring semester, during odd years).

Studies a particular topic in Biology. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. (Offered only as interest warrants.)

Introduces students to topics related in the health and human services profession with the context of an integrated reading , writing, and speaking course.

Introduces students to writing as a way of healing within the context of an integrated reading, writing, and speaking course. This course will explore the historical traditions of writing as healing as well as current practices of writing to heal with diverse populations.

This is an introductory statistics course that focuses on the types of analyses used most frequently in the social sciences. While the course covers the basic steps in calculating and obtaining statistical results, emphasis is given to the interpretation of results and the acquisition of an intuitive understanding of the logic and limitations of inferential statistics when studying social phenomena.

This is an introductory course in applied microeconomics that exposes students to current social and public policy events through an economics perspective. The course introduces the basic principles of microeconomic analysis and applies them to explain how economists study important social issues such as discrimination, health-care, labor, housing, and land.

Social protest movements have generated utilized a wide variety of literary genres to generate social concern and change. Students will learn to appreciate, analyze, and interpret multicultural works. Students will reflect on the human conditions that emerge across cultural boundaries. Students will explore these works in their social context, especially with a critical examination of the power structures. Students will be expected to apply their insights to issues in their own communities.

Focuses on investigating and analyzing ethical issues related to health care within the context of an integrated reading, writing, and speaking course.

Course provides an introduction to the human services including an overview of careers and settings, values and professional ethics, and theoretical approaches and skills utilized. Students will learn how the human services compares to related disciplines and will examine social issues, policy and services from historical, socio-economic, and global perspectives. Students will also be introduced to methods of inquiry in human services work.

Introduces students to the social, cultural, economic, and health aspects of drug use and abuse. We will discuss the influences drugs have on art, music, philosophy and social movements, and explore various perspectives on the use of psychoactive substances (both legal and illegal). Patterns of use among traditional societies and in modern settings will be reviewed especially as they relate to a variety of approaches (criminalization vs. human rights) to drug treatment and drug policy. (Credit/ No Credit Available)

Introduces students to the social epidemiology of health. Even in the wealthiest countries people who are less well off experience shorter life spans and more illness. We will explore the social justice and human rights aspects of attaining and maintaining health, as well as look critically at the "social determinants of health."" We will develop an understanding of the social

Examines students' and communities' health, particularly as it relates to service and social responsibility, community and social justice and multicultural community building/civic engagement. Serving a marginalized population, students will engage in a minimum of 30 hours of service to develop an understanding of health disparities, the social determinants of health, and actions that individuals, communities, professionals, and institutions can take to foster equity and well-being.

Introduces students to the CHHS academic and field programs, CSUMB upper division graduation requirements, and the core competencies for the major learning outcomes (MLOs) of the Collaborative Health and Human Services (CHHS) major. Students also prepare their Individualized Learning Plans (ILPs) and discover more about possible careers in health and human service fields.

Provides developmental instruction in the areas of writing, reading, and speaking. Students will learn about process-based writing approaches as well as sentence-level techniques for composing, drafting and revising texts.

Develops writing and oral communication skills to increase competency in the health or human services professions. Builds confidence in writing for argumentation, applied research, advocacy, and reports. Students learn about themselves as writers, which assists them in the development of personal and professional writing and speaking skills. Complements other critical thinking courses offered in the major.

Students learn and apply computer skills to health and human service delivery. Emphasizes hands-on experience using computers for electronic communication and presentations, and to improve skills in the use of database management, spreadsheet, and presentation software. Students participate in online research, information resources evaluation, correct citation of Internet resources, and weekly online discussions. Introduces state-of-the-art health and human service software.

Develops competency in collaborative practice, social action, and political leadership. Presents theory and methodology of collaboration in health and human service settings, and of building coalition models. Teaches how to facilitate groups, and provides an understanding of the foundations of American and California government and citizenship.

Develops basic skills and knowledge in interpersonal and inter-organizational conflict resolution, negotiation, and mediation techniques through readings, extensive role playing and scenario development, and discussion with speakers from the field. Students participate in experiential exercises, learning how to facilitate collaborative negotiations.

Presents an interdisciplinary and multicultural introduction to professional ethics. Using a developmental approach, this course has two functions. The first is to provide students with a survey of moral theories. The second function is to apply these theories to professional codes of ethics and the ramifications of ethics for appropriate interactions in the helping professions.

Applied Statistics/Research Methods for Health & Human Services: Introduces the fundamentals of research methods and applies basic data analysis skills in health and human service case studies. Introduces and utilizes appropriate software programs and their application in health and human service delivery and in designing student projects.

Explores a particular topic in collaborative health and human services. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.

Introduces new students in the CHHS major to the field practice process. Discussion includes the application of academic work and MLO competencies in field practice settings, self-reflection, the roles and responsibilities between the student and field mentor, and the relationships in a field practice setting. CHHS 396S is approved to meet the upper division service learning requirement.

Offers students independent learning opportunities in a selected specialty area. May include fieldwork to meet the required number of hours.

Applying the 13 MLOs of the CHHS major, students work closely with field mentors, a writing instructor, and the instructor to design an applied project that addresses a health or social problem in the community. In the first semester, students formulate a field-based problem that is conducive for analysis, identify its causes, and justify the need for action through a literature review. The culmination is a proposal that is submitted to their field mentor and CHHS faculty for approval.

Applying the 13 MLOs of the CHHS major, students work closely with field mentors, a writing instructor, and the instructor to implement and evaluate an applied project that addresses a health or social problem in the community. In the second semester, students intervene and collect data to evaluate the impact of their projects in the community using appropriate evaluation designs. The final thesis report and presentation provide the project's findings and recommendations. (Offered every semester.)

Provides an introduction to the process of securing grant funding for public and nonprofit organizations. Students will develop knowledge and skill in the areas of: qualifying prospective grantors and evaluation requests for proposals, developing letters of intent, and preparing key components of a successful funding application. Topics will also include fundraising as relationship building, using logic models, and creating program sustainability.

Provides students with an opportunity to develop advanced policy analysis knowledge and skills through intensive case study and hands-on experience in formulating policy for specific health and human service issues. (Credit/No Credit Available)

Explores a particular topic in collaborative health and human services. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. (Offered only as interest warrants.) (Credit/ No Credit Available)

Students practice knowledge, skills, and attitudes within a local agency. Students conduct an in-depth analysis of the systems where they work, the relationships they develop in the organization and the populations they serve, and discuss their future roles as health and human service professionals. In the first semester, students design a professional e-folio as a useful framework for lifelong professional development.

Students continue to practice knowledge, skills, and attitudes within a local agency. Students conduct an in-depth analysis of the systems where they work, the relationships they develop in the organization and the populations they serve, and discuss their future roles as health and human service professionals. In the second semester, students complete a professional e-folio as a useful tool for lifelong professional development.

Offers students independent learning opportunities in a selected specialty area. May include fieldwork to meet the required number of hours. (Offered every semester.)

Focuses on earth science content and scientific investigation and experimentation abilities required for the multiple-subject teaching credential. Topics include Earth's atmosphere and water, structure and composition of the solid Earth, processes that change the Earth (with emphasis on plate tectonics and California geology), Earth's resources, and Earth's place in the solar system and universe. (Offered fall and spring semesters.)

Introduces geology and hydrology. Includes the rock cycle, weathering and erosion, soil formation, mass wasting (landslides), the hydrologic cycle, and plate tectonics. (Offered fall and spring semesters.)

Focuses on earth science content and scientific investigation and experimentation abilities required for the multiple-subject teaching credential. Topics include Earth's atmosphere and water, structure and composition of the solid Earth, processes that change the Earth (with emphasis on plate tectonics and California geology), Earth's resources, and Earth's place in the solar system and universe. (Offered when sufficient demand warrants.)

Required lab course for GEOL 304. Emphasizes inquiry-driven earth science investigations. Teaching science in a local school or afterschool program may be required. Lab course fee may be charged. (Offered fall and spring semesters.)

Examines past and current geologic processes as reflected in the shape of landforms. Focuses on theory and application of landform equilibrium and evolution, weathering, erosion, hillslope processes, river processes, active tectonics, coastal processes, landslides, and how landforms reflect change in climate. May include one or more weekend field trips. (Offered fall semester.)

Applied topics in watershed, stream, and hillslope hydrology within the context of river management. Covers physical river assessment and monitoring, and the physical equations and field measurement of surface and subsurface flow, hydraulics, flood frequency, landscape erosion, and sediment transport. (Offered spring semester.)

Studies a particular topic in Global Studies. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. (Credit/ No Credit Available)

Individualizes student placement for field study as related to global studies. Offered as interest warrants.

Student and faculty member select topic of study and number of credits. Offered as interest warrants.

Looks at contemporary political life by recognizing the public, historical, and political dimensions of daily life. Examines American and California government and politics by analyzing historical and political events that affect people's daily lives. Focuses on domestic and global influences and their interaction on the laws and structures that govern people's lives. (Offered fall and spring semesters.)

Globalization is an uneven process. It is the intensification of economic, political, social and cultural relations across international borders. Students will understand the history and the key features of the pro and anti-globalization debates. They will follow how popular struggles for social justice and equity have shaped the global order. (Credit/ No Credit Available)

Seeks to place the historical experience of the United States in a comparative and global framework. Compares selected themes in US history (colonial experience, revolution, slavery, racial conflict, industrialization) with similar experiences elsewhere in the world. Focuses attention on US interaction with other regions of the world through immigration, imperialism, and the emergence of the United States as a global superpower. (Offered spring semester.)

Explores the history of humankind from the early city states of the Middle East through the advent of global connections around 1500. Focuses on the major civilizations (China, India, Middle East, Americas, Europe) as expressed through the arts, religion and trade relations. (Offered fall and spring semesters).

Explores the history of humankind from roughly 1500 to 2000. Highlights the processes of globalization on the diverse populations of the world as expressed through the arts, religion, intellectual discourses, economic activity, and cultural self determination. Explores issues of the rise of European domination and the era of revolutions and independence movements.

This course examines the "global voices"" of those affected by ""global flows and disjunctures"" through fiction

Reviews salient periods of U.S. territorial expansion from the Mexican-American war to the declared and undeclared interventions to the present. Analyzes domestic and international charges of neo-colonialism and economic imperialism versus recurrent open calls for a civilizing American Empire, benign conquest, humanitarian interventions, and regime change. (Offered only as interest warrants.)

This class will introduce students to a number of religious traditions in their classical and contemporary practices. Through academic study of religion, students consider how various disciplines approach the myths, stories, symbols, rituals, ideas, and ethical practices of these religions. This introduction will provide a framework within which to reflect on one's own experiences. Traditions include: Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. (Credit/No Credit Available)

GS 240 examines the most significant political issues in the world today as they relate to security, global justice and foundations for a peaceful world. A review of basic international relations concepts and methods is integrated with real world practice by examining a number of contemporary issues through readings, documentaries, in-class exercises as well as two structured Model United Nations Forums.

If you ask most people where globalization occurs, they will tell you `out there' - not in the US. We consider how local problems are set in systems of inequity and discrimination -- linking the US to their expression elsewhere.

Students acquire a basic foundation in globalization and social theories and methods through exploration of current issues. Required entry into the Global Studies major.

Preparatory to advanced theory and research methods, students engage in hands-on practice to develop introductory skills and techniques for globalization in the social sciences. Students begin preparation of a Graduation Portfolio and complete an Individualized Learning Plan. (Credit/ No Credit Available)

Offered as interest warrants.

Examines contemporary and historical processes of globalization from a variety of perspectives: conceptual, historical, geographic, economic, political, cultural, and sociological. Covers how capitalism, Western imperialism, colonialism, nationalism, racism, sexual exploitation, religion, environmental destruction, war, trade, technological development, international agreements, social movements, democratization, human rights, and popular struggles for social justice and equity have shaped the global order. (Offered fall and spring semesters.)

Focuses on U.S. foreign policy in the Asia Pacific region, the Caribbean, Central America, and selected developing countries. Pays particular attention to U.S. diplomatic, economic, and military relations with Korea, China, Japan, Viet Nam, Philippines, Australia, New Zealand, Pacific Island countries, Colombia, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Panama, El Salvador, Haiti, Nicaragua, Guatemala, Liberia, and Iraq. (Offered fall semester.)

Examines the application of historical approaches to themes related to past and contemporary societies. Demonstrates the role that theoretical approaches can aid in an understanding of past and contemporary societies. Introduces students into how societies have used these methods to foster political, economic, cultural and religious aims. (Credit/No Credit Available)

Identifies and critiques various important global issues that have particularly adverse effects on the Global South countries. Students comprehend, analyze, and evaluate the role played in the Third World or Global South by the more powerful states, corporations and civil society of the First World or Global North. (Offered spring semester.)

This course critically examines theories and practices of humanitarianism - the principles of foreign intervention in situations of crisis, and in `weak,' `failing,' and post-conflict states. The course assesses the effects of humanitarian intervention on local realities and global relations in the post-Cold War period. (Credit/ No Credit Available)

Offers a historical route through both grand theories and mini-narratives of international development, covering Modernization theory, Dependency Theory, the Basic Needs movement and the Human Development Index, 'Anti-developmentalism,' Sen's capabilities approach and Nussbaum's contributions to that framework, the neoliberal structural adjustment period, and its backlash. Students are challenged to question what is meant by 'development,' and to assess critically the ideas that have shaped approaches to international development in the 20th century. (Credit/ No Credit Available)

Reviews salient periods of U.S. territorial expansion from the Mexican-American war to the declared and undeclared interventions to the present. Analyzes domestic and international charges of neo-colonialism and economic imperialism versus recurrent open calls for a civilizing American Empire, benign conquest, humanitarian interventions, and regime change. (Offered only as interest warrants.)

Introduces diverse philosophical, ideological, religious, spiritual, scientific, technological, and gender views or perspectives. Focuses on the similarities and differences between worldviews and how those people interact with the world. Students study the adverse effects of ethnocentrism, reflect on their own worldview, and empathize with people with differing worldviews. (Offered fall semester.)

We now live in a "post-secular"" world. We will cover the nature and debates of the ""post secular"" - what it means and how we arrived here. This course will cover the politics of pluralism

Compares the dominant forms of government that have endured into the 21st century and the political ideologies and economic institutions that have created them. Addresses the contest over emerging forms of global governance embodied in the two poles of neo-liberal corporate commercial/financial institutions (WTO/IMF/World Bank) on one side, and a growing global network of civil society alliances that have arisen to challenge them on the other. Examines issues of national sovereignty. Covers the K-12 History/Social Science Content Standards. (Offered only as interest warrants.)

Social networking technologies have brought with them new types of mediated interaction: collaboration and consumption. Students will think critically about the influence of social networking technologies on political events and government policies, cultural norms, and social movements. They will develop media literacy through immersion in various social cyberspaces. (Credit/ No Credit Available)

The proliferation of film industries throughout the globe has challenged the west's grip on representing the 'other' through cinema. Students will analyze films, television shows, and soap operas from the Middle East, Africa, and Asia. The course will also examine the economics of these film industries including the rise of Nollywood, and of 'media cities' throughout the Middle East. (Credit/No Credit Available)

Introduces students to selected political theories and philosophies and discusses how, where, and when they have influenced intellectual thought and cultural practices in the past and the present. Explores political philosophies from different parts of the world and connects them to relative climates of social diversity, political dissent, and religious tolerance. Examines the relationship between political thought and the problem of identification-individual, cultural, and national. Covers the K-12 History/Social Science Content Standards. (Offered only as interest warrants.)

The Soliya Connect Program uses the latest web-conferencing technology to bridge the gap between university students in the Middle East, North Africa, Europe and the United States. Through dialogue, students discuss culture and everyday life and controversial topics ultimately arriving at a better understanding of other cultures and perspectives. A media module on current events is the final project. (Credit/No Credit Available)

Students learn how to analyze, and evaluate the role of women and gender violence in global life. Examines gender, race, class, and culture in relation to issues of security, power, production, reproduction, and activism in global life and related forms of violence. (Offered fall semester.)

Studies the history and recent proliferation of politically motivated religious violence and interreligious conflicts-Muslim-Christian, Christian-Jewish, Jewish-Muslim, Hindu-Muslim, Buddhist-Hindu. Investigates religious violence, particularly Christian, Jewish, and Muslim contexts: What are the theories of religious violence? How is it different than other forms of political violence? What is the relationship between religious conflict and nationalism, terrorism? What is a holy war, just war, jihad? Considers religious sources for reconciliation: What are the theological arguments for nonviolence across religion? How have religious actors assisted in peace building in protracted conflicts? (Offered spring semester.)

Examines intercultural communications through a global/historical lens that encompasses encounters in colonial, post-colonial, and global contexts. A series of novels, essays, and short stories are read in which the authors project their sense of individual and collective identities formed through the diverse experiences of globalization Examines relationships between author/audience and student/text in a cross-cultural dialog. (Offered every semester.)

Examines origins of global economy. Analyzes and evaluates the interrelationship among global, political, and economic conditions. Studies global economy through 1) historical development, 2) current patterns of changes, 3) effects of globalization on the quality of life, 4) solutions and alternatives to inequity, and 5) the students' place in the global economy. Examines major structures, processes, and effects of evolving global economy. (Offered every semester.)

Introduces students to core concepts of ecological political economy that focus on the interrelationships between humans and nature in a non-hierarchial manner. Takes an ecological political economy approach to study issues of planetary resources, their distribution, allocation, and concentration. Engages perspectives on conservation of planetary resources referred to as global commons that are beyond the jurisdiction of nation-states, international agreements, and institutions. Engages issues of consumption and the use of resources to analyze alternative accounts of Northern ecological debt and Southern ecological credit. (Offered every spring semester.)

Introduces the workings of the U.S. economy in political and global context. Examines recent changes in income and wealth distribution, as well as economic policies and shifts in power fueling the growing divide between rich and poor. Examines the decline of organized labor, conditions of work, and the current climate of outsourcing jobs, executive excess, defective corporations, and indefinite war. Includes health, education, environment, and consumption and a growing national debt. Shows how ordinary citizens have been reclaiming polluted, bankrupt communities, resources, and human dignity by taking actions to create a Fair Economy. (Offered every other spring semester.)

This learning experience provides a critical examination of the structure, workings, and politics of global governance and global civil society. Students explore interactions between inter-governmental organizations, non-governmental organizations, and grassroots organizations working locally and across borders on current issues of local and global import. Students complete their upper division service learning requirement at local organizations.

Integrates study of earth systems with social systems by examining global natural and social systems. Combines perspectives, concepts, and methods of physical, biological, and social sciences in a holistic analysis and evaluation of issues related to resource access, use, pollution, and conservation by human communities locally and globally. Used to denote equivalent courses fulfilled through study abroad, field studies, approved upper-division ESSP courses, and approved graduate courses at MIIS to fulfill GS MLO 9. (Offered every semester.)

Introduces students to the main political concepts and ideologies that constitute the discourse of global politics. Explores the global realm of: 1) interstate and transnational political relations; 2) Western and non-Western schools of thought about international politics; 3) gendered discourses of international relations including contributions from women, especially Global South; 4) environmental politics; and 5) the structure and role of intergovernmental organizations and 6) global security discourses. (Offered spring semester)

Studies a particular topic in Global Studies. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. (Offered as interest warrants.) (Credit/ No Credit Available)

Individualizes student placement for field study as related to Global Studies. (Offered as interest warrants.)

Student and faculty member select topic of study and number of credits. (Offered as interest warrants.)

Students research and develop a capstone proposal. They will complete major elements of a graduation portfolio. The portfolio provides evidence that a student is making satisfactory progress toward meeting Global Studies Major Learning Outcomes. Offered Spring Semester. (Credit/No Credit Available)

Students synthesize, research, and write a Capstone project that integrates: 1) course-based and experiential learning completed for the major; 2) a major research paper that demonstrates knowledge of theoretical, methodological, and philosophical undercurrent of intellectual production in Global Studies.

Student and faculty member in consultation select topic of study, reading list, and number of credits. (Offered spring semester.)

Offered as interest warrants.

Studies a particular topic in global studies. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. (Offered as interest warrants.)

Individualizes student placement for field study as related to global studies. (Offered as interest warrants.)

Student and faculty member select topic of study and number of credits. (Offered as interest warrants.)

Through portfolio assessment, introduces students to college-level reading, writing, speaking, listening, and critical thinking. Further develops reading skills through an examination of unique, transnational values represented in all literary genres from throughout the world. Develops the capability to understand, analyze, interpret, and appreciate literature of diverse cultures through written responses, oral presentations, and research papers. (Offered every semester.)

Studies a particular topic in Human Communication. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. (Credit/ No Credit Available)

Opportunities for independent field research projects involving oral history, social action writing, archival research, or investigative journalism.

Student and faculty member select topic of study and number of credits.

What does it mean to be human? How might we live meaningfully and well together? This course surveys representative theories and philosophical reflections that explore human nature and the nature of society, the state, and government with an emphasis on the experiential elements of meaningful human existence and notions of an ideal society. (Credit/ No Credit Available)

Through portfolio assessment, introduces students to college-level reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. Further develops reading skills through a focus on divergent perspectives. Emphasizes the writing process to develop writings and a research paper. Develops empathic and critical listening skills through class discussion, peer workshops, interviews, and group presentations within a collaborative, interactive, and intercultural environment.

Introduces students to college-level reading, writing, speaking and listening skills. Explores issues of identity, diversity, social justice, and service learning through academic study and participation in local community service settings. Further develops reading skills through a focus on divergent perspectives on themes of social responsibility, literacy, and educational equity. Emphasizes the writing process and develops empathic and critical listening skills through class discussion, peer workshops, community service, and group presentations within a collaborative, interactive, and intercultural environment. Requires a minimum of 30 hours community service work in addition to class time. (Offered every year.)

Dialogue and deliberation are communication processes that promote deeper understanding and better decision making about lifeÀs choices and challenges. Skill development in listening, inquiry, and reflection. Analytical and evaluative assessment of divergent perspectives, alternatives, and potential consequences in decision-making situations. Diverse ethical theories frame the exploration of communication-based controversies (Offered every semester.)

Introduction to the ethics of communication practices. Students identify, comprehend and interpret communication dilemmas in interpersonal, small group, intercultural, organizational or mass media contexts; they analyze the ethical controversies in these contexts and evaluate the communicative options suggested by different ethical frameworks. Students generate a personal and communal ethic to guide communication conduct.

This course introduces students to the dynamics of interpersonal communication and conflict resolution. Participants identify, comprehend, and interpret significant controversies, assess communicative options from different ethical frameworks, and develop knowledge and skills required to engage ethically and effectively across disagreement and other forms of difference.

Students will examine theoretical approaches to the role digital media technologies play in our culture and society today. The course will offer critical discussion of the digital technology uses and interactions and its impacts in the quality of communication and civic participation. The course will integrate both a debate about issues such as digital divide, digital literacy, Internet neutrality, ethics and privacy dilemmas; and it will include a hands-on exploration of digital media tools.

Examines unique and transnational cultural values represented in novels, short stories, poetry, plays, and film from Africa, Asia, Australia, the Middle East, Europe, Latin America, and North America. Develops the capability to understand, analyze, interpret, and appreciate literature and diverse cultural forms, including film, as artistic and cultural representation. Meets the Subject Matter Requirement for the Multiple Subject Teaching Credential for English/Literature. (Offered every semester.)

Students study the literary expressions of Native peoples of the Americas. The course engages the literature as aesthetic, spiritual, and political expression. Examines the indigenous ways of being and knowing represented in the texts. Cultural aesthetics are studied within social and historical contexts, including but not limited to colonization, removals, assimilation, and resistance. Questions of cultural identity and sovereignty are central. (Credit/No Credit Available)

Introduces literary and film analysis through readings and viewings of selected global and/or American writers and films. Examines these authors' cultural heritage and traditions. Develops analytical and critical reading and viewing ability of literature and film through discussion of themes, characters, techniques, images, and structures. Explores the symbiotic relationship between literature and film in transmitting cultural values.

Explores the social history of music and dance throughout the African Diaspora. Students learn specific styles from Cuba, Puerto Rico, Brazil and the United States including Afro-Cuban liturgical dance, rumba, salsa, samba, and hip hop. Students dance the music they study. Students become familiar with basic concepts in African Diaspora music and dance; identify and analyze trends therein; and develop a choreography based on the movements taught in class.

Students focus on multicultural poetry as artistic and cultural representation. Students read works by poets of many cultures, watch poets read and talk about their work on video, and create their own original poetry. Students develop the tools to do literary and cultural analysis of poetry, as well as write their own poems.

Students explore environmental cross-cultural literature as artistic and socially conscious representations. Students read works by writers of diverse cultures and watch films and videos regarding environmental issues. Students develop the tools to do literary, cultural and environmental analysis. Students create original pieces about the environment using the basic elements of creative nonfiction, poetry and fiction.

Students study the fiction, creative nonfiction, and poetry of leading contemporary Latina/o authors with an emphasis on the historical, cultural, and socioeconomic influences on their work. Students use the work of these authors as models to create their own original pieces, incorporating the elements of craft.

Examines the creative process and its application to social action. Uses guest writers and artists from local communities, videos, field trips, and cross-cultural readings to understand and analyze creativity and social action. Students produce collaborative creative projects. (Offered every two years.)

Traces the history of cross-cultural contact in the North American continent from the colonial period to the present. The course focuses on the formation and evolution of American cultures and identities, emanating from the lived experiences of everyday people. Students explore these histories using an interdisciplinary framework of United States multicultural heritages. (Offered every other year.)

Introduces the basic concepts and perspectives in multicultural feminisms with special emphasis on the changing status of women in relationship to the U.S. and California Constitutions and political life. This learning experience provides the opportunity for students to develop analyses of the current political conditions for women and to strategize their own political participation in relation to these conditions. (Offered every other year.)

Examines and compares the political experiences, cultural practices, and literary expressions of diverse Latino populations in the U.S. Topics include immigration, citizenship, demographics, work, religion, education, language, gender, and cultural rights. Readings include ethnographies, histories, novels, and films. Students design political projects. Crosslisted with SBS 244. (Offered every other year.)

Introduces students to the experiences of Chicana/o communities in the United States and in a transnational context. Students learn about Chicanos/as in relationship to issues of race, ethnicity, citizenship, class, gender, and other social formations. Students are introduced to Chicano/a historical experiences with an emphasis on understanding the struggles and social movements for justice and equality that have been foundational to the development of Chicano/a identities.

(Formerly titled Intr. African Diaspora Studies) Examines how historical, cultural, and social processes have influenced the development of African diaspora communities in the United States, Latin America, the Caribbean, Europe, and Asia. Special attention will be given to the impact of race and culture on the formation of diasporic communities. (Offered every year.)

Survey United States social and cultural history of the 20th century as analyzed through some of its popular music. Students use various methods employed by ethnic studies, history, and literature frameworks to analyze the roles that popular culture plays in the modern U.S. experience. Special emphasis is placed on the experiences of communities of color. (Offered every two years.)

Meets the Subject Matter Requirement for the Multiple Subject Teaching Credential for U.S. history. Covers a time period from the Colonial Era, the War of Independence and the Early Republic, Manifest Destiny and the expansion westward, the Civil War and Reconstruction, Immigration at the turn-of-the-century and the response of Nativists, Industrialization and Urbanization, through the Progressive Era. Takes a multicultural perspective and looks at the histories of diverse peoples in the struggle to realize democracy and freedom. Develops historical thinking skills as students deepen their understanding of the cultural, economic, political and social dynamics that characterized each era. (Offered every year.)

Explores the complex histories of the diverse peoples of the United States from the U.S.-Mexican War to the present. Examines the past through the eyes of people often excluded from national narratives. Includes autobiographies, music, films and on-line field research. (Offered every other year.)

Students will study twentieth and twenty-first century global social movements through social movement theory and case studies to evaluate the claims, strategies, and efficacies of movements. Utilizing social movement theory out of cultural studies and sociology, normative political science, and ethnographic theoretical strategies students will familiarize themselves on a basic level with these social science approaches both singly and in interdisciplinary iterations.

Explores the impact of movements for social and political justice on the interpretation and content of the U.S. Constitution. Students will develop their ethical understandings of democratic participation through historical and contemporary texts and then apply these new understandings through the creation of collective political projects. (Offered every semester.)

The course explores the changing meaning of democracy and freedom from a multicultural perspective. It covers major events between the Colonial and Civil Rights eras, with a focus on the 1860s-1960s. The origins, key developments, and philosophies of the US and California Constitutions are studied as well as the role of social movements in struggles for social justice. Students also organize a political project that enables them to directly participate in the democratic process.

Historical view of the United States through analysis of the changing political process from the Revolutionary War and drafting of the Constitution to the social movements of the 20th century, with emphasis on various struggles for civil rights and liberties as waged in the courts, through direct political participation, and by civil disobedience; provides students an opportunity to apply tools of political action in practice.

Prepares students to write news articles for the mass media. Covers concepts of journalistic interviewing, information gathering, critical understanding of news sources, ethical decision making, and the process of writing news, editorial, and feature articles for print and electronic media.

Introduces the use of photography as a tool in reporting and interpreting news for print media. Students learn basic camera techniques and concepts of visual storytelling. Outcomes include learning to photograph subjects for the news media and telling stories through photography. (Offered every year.)

Introduces interdisciplinary, outcomes-based education in the humanities and communication. Explores content in the major learning outcomes and investigates the areas of specialization in the degree's concentrations. Students develop Individual Learning Plans. Examines opportunities in graduate education as well as related professional and career paths. (Offered every semester.)

Surveys the changing relationships among knowledge, truth, and reality in different cultural and historical contexts; investigates, evaluates, and apply different ways of knowing such as analytic, rational, creative, spiritual, emotional, and intersubjective to substantive topics or themes. Offers built-in assessment in HCOM MLO 4 or the concentrations in Practical and Professional Ethics, Pre-Law, or Writing and Rhetoric. (Offered every semester.)

Students survey ethical decision-making processes through various relational philosophical frameworks. They also investigate, evaluate, and apply relational communication guidelines to the ethical dilemmas examined in interpersonal, small group, intercultural, and organizational situations.

Explores theoretical explanations for the construction of gender. Identifies and examines the ways individuals communicate their gender identity to themselves and to others; identifies, examines, and analyzes the construction and communication of gender in media, interpersonal, intercultural, or rhetorical contexts in order to ethically and effectively interact with others. Offers built-in assessment in HCOM MLO 3 or the concentrations in Practical and Professional Ethics, Women's Studies, or Writing and Rhetoric. (Offered every other year.)

Explores the relationship between the mass media and contemporary social problems. Issues such as media violence are explored from the perspective of consumers. Outcomes include raising awareness of the impact of media messages, developing effective media literacy tools, and preparing to critically analyze the cultural products we consume. Offers built-in assessment in HCOM MLO 2 or the concentrations in Practical and Professional Ethics or Journalism and Media Studies. (Offered every other year.)

Explores the relationship between the mass media and contemporary social problems. Media ownership, media and violence, and media representations of cultural identities will be examined. Students develop effective media literacy tools, and critically analyze media products. Involves students in media literacy programs in local schools and community organizations. Offers built-in assessment in HCOM MLO 2 or the concentrations in Practical and Professional Ethics or Journalism and Media Studies.

Students study the rhetorical construction of racial identity in the U.S. and its impact on contemporary interracial communication; they investigate and evaluate options for relating to interracial communication dilemmas ethically and effectively; and they develop ethical guidelines for interracial communication practices. Offers built-in assessment in HCOM MLO 3 or the concentrations in Peace Studies, Comparative American Studies, Practical and Professional Ethics or Writing and Rhetoric.

Students survey the history of free speech in the United States; they examine past and present controversies such as obscenity, hate speech, and media sensationalism; they identify, evaluate, and assess human rights and responsibilities surrounding the freedom of expression from various philosophical perspectives. Offers built-in assessment in HCOM MLO 3 or the concentrations in Pre-Law; Practical and Professional Ethics; Journalism and Media Studies or Writing and Rhetoric. (Offered every year.)

Develop and apply abilities in oral and written communication and related critical thinking skills. Develops empathic and critical listening, reading, viewing, writing, and speaking skills for deliberation, problem solving, and community building. Students apply and assess reasoning and argumentative skills in oral, written, and visual communication contexts on various topics. For Liberal Studies students only. (Offered every semester.)

Introduction to cooperative argumentation. Students develop empathic and critical listening, reading, writing, and speaking skills for cooperative deliberation and problem solving practices; apply and assess reasoning and argumentative skills in oral and written communication contexts on various topics. Students learn how Offers built-in assessment in HCOM MLO 1 or the concentrations in Peace Studies, Pre-Law, Practical and Professional Ethics or Writing and Rhetoric. (Offered every semester.)

Alternative portfolio-based assessment of the Graduate Writing Assessment Requirement (GWAR). Provides no instruction in writing, oral communication, or critical thinking. Assumes students have already attained mastery of the outcomes. It is not an independent study. GWAR is required to graduate and should be completed at the beginning of the junior year. The recommended pathway for the fulfillment of GWAR is a GWAR-certified course. Students who believe they have completed written work that demonstrates fulfillment of the GWAR outcomes may seek instructor consent to enroll.

Examines social transformation and the role of media initiatives and communication strategies in local and global contexts. Explores how media can promote social justice and democracy, teach sustainable living, foster dialogues on diversity, catalyze peace building, advocate for equality, and promote conversations on issues of social exclusion. This class offers built-in assessment in HCOM MLO 2 or the concentrations in Journalism and Media Studies and Practical Professional Ethics.

Develops media literacy and related knowledge, skills, and abilities. Explores implications of globalization on media production, distribution, and access, as well as on the content, context, consumption, and effects of media messages. Topics include media's role in democracy, what citizens have a right to expect from media and how media reflect and reinforce their social context. Offers built-in assessment in HCOM MLO 2 or the concentrations in Journalism and Media Studies, or Practical and Professional Ethics. (Offered every year.)

In a service learning context, students deepen communication skills, engage contemporary composition theories, and develop advanced written communication skills in a variety of genres. Students apply theories in area schools and literacy programs. Offers built-in assessment in HCOM MLO 1 or the concentration in Writing and Rhetoric. Fulfills the English Subject Matter Preparation requirement in Communication Skills and the Field Experience requirement.

Introduces students to writing conventions, contemporary composition theories, and major forms of written expression such as expressive, interpretive, technical, rhetorical, argumentative, invitational, and creative. Offers built-in assessment in HCOM MLO 1 for Liberal Studies students only. (Offered every other year.)

This course offers students a critical understanding of the role of media and communication technologies in the processes of globalization. Drawing from historical and contemporary perspectives students will discuss the social, cultural and political implications of media's use and dissemination across the globe, and particularly in relation to issues such identity formation, community belonging, people's empowerment and political action around global challenges.

Introduces the basic elements and diverse linguistic attributes of the English language, and language theories, including universals and differences. Commonly practiced grammatical concepts and conventions and theories of language acquisition are studied and applied within the contexts of imperialism and post-colonial analysis. Explores the dynamics of current issues in language, including the roles of grammar in the schools, language in advertising, and variations in language usage. Offers built-in assessment for the concentration in Writing and Rhetoric. Required for the Single Subject in English Waiver Language Theories and Praxis Requirement. (Offered every other year.)

Covers a diverse selection of rhetorical traditions from antiquity through contemporary times; investigates, analyzes, and evaluates major and recuperated historical figures and movements; explores the role of rhetoric in a variety of historical and cultural contexts; considers the relationships of rhetoric to epistemology, ethics, economics, spirituality, and politics. Offers build-in assessment for the concentrations in Practical and Professional Ethics or Writing and Rhetoric. (Offered every other year.)

Develops students' critical and analytical reading ability of literature from the perspective of the Asian American experience. Grounds the discussion of Asian American experiences, literatures, and cultures in history and theory. Offers built-in assessment in HCOM MLO 6 or the concentrations in Comparative American Studies, or Literary and Film Studies. A literature course from GE Area C2 is recommended. (Offered every year.)

Examines the history of American drama. Explores the diverse cultures that have contributed to the shaping of the American drama. Introduces students to literary analysis through the study of the dialogical relationship between the "logical core"" and the ""non-logical texture."" Offers built in assessment in HCOM MLO 6 or the concentration in Literary and Film Studies. (Offered every year.)"

Examines the development of African American and African diaspora literature. Explores the quintessential role African American and African diaspora literature and culture have played in the development of American mainstream literature, culture, and identity. Looks at vernacular tradition, the call and response practice, and the lyrics of the blues-infused, African American literary expression. Offers built-in assessment in HCOM MLO 6 or the concentrations in Africana Studies, Literary and Film Studies, Comparative American Studies or History, Oral History and New Media. (Offered every other year.)

Explores immigration to the United States from different cultural perspectives. Integrates a historiographic approach as the primary method for reading and critically interpreting immigrant narratives; uses historical events such as The Great Depression, World War I and II, and the Civil Rights Movement as markers for analyzing the texts. Offers built-in assessment in HCOM MLO 6 or the concentrations in Literary and Film Studies; Comparative American Studies; or History, Oral History & New Media Studies. Satisfactory completion of the U.S. Histories ULR, the Literature/Popular Culture ULR, and the Culture and Equity ULR also recommended. (Offered every other year.)

Explores immigration to the United States from different cultural perspectives. Integrates a historiographic approach as the primary method for reading and critically interpreting immigrant narratives; uses historical events such as The Great Depression, World War I and II, and the Civil Rights Movement as markers for analyzing the texts. Offers built-in assessment in HCOM MLO 6 or the concentrations in Literary and Film Studies; Comparative American Studies; or History, Oral History & New Media Studies. Satisfactory completion of the U.S. Histories ULR, the Literature/Popular Culture ULR, and the Culture and Equity ULR also recommended. (Offered every other year.)

Examines American literature through different historical periods, literary genres, and cultural movements. Develops ability to compare and contrast social, historical, and cultural experiences represented in literature. Students gain cross-cultural knowledge of American literary history, an introduction to literary theory, and further development of literary analysis skills. Offers built-in assessment in HCOM MLO 6 or the concentration in Literary and Film Studies. Meets the Single Subject in English Waiver Literary Histories, Theories, and Praxis Requirement. A literature course from GE Area C2 is highly recommended. (Offered every other year.)

Explores intersections of ethnicity, race, gender, sexuality, and class through autobiographical and testimonial writings by Chicana, Mexican-origin, Puerto Rican, Cuban, Dominican, and mixed-heritage Latinas in the U.S. Students produce multimedia digital stories about their own lives and identities. Offers built-in assessment in HCOM MLO 2 or the concentrations in History, Oral History, and New Media; Chicana/o Latina/o Studies; Comparative American Studies; Women's Studies; or Literature and Film Studies. Meets the Single Subject in English Waiver Technology requirement. A literature course from the Literature/ Popular Culture ULR is recommended. (Offered every year.)

A multimedia lab in digital history/storytelling. Instruction in digitizing, editing and creation of images, audio, and video; online media research and copyright fair use. Recommended for students enrolled in HCOM 328 who are unfamiliar with I-Movie, Photoshop, sound editing, and online media research.

A bilingual English/Spanish course on autobiography, testimonio, life histories, and telenovelas (soaps). Students read and analyze written texts and films, keep journals, and do life writing or multimedia production in either Spanish or English. Offers built-in assessment in HCOM MLO 2 or concentrations in Chicana/o Latina/o Studies; or a Spanish Major Learning Outcome in World Languages and Cultures. Requires the ability to understand spoken Spanish. (Offered every other year.)

An introductory creative writing course that focuses on ethnicity, gender, and "witness"" writing. Examination of the writing process

Provides students the opportunity to be actively involved in the community. Students research and examine a particular public issue, and gain hands-on experience, knowledge, and skills about community sites. Students learn how to enter and exit communities sensitively, and participate in a multicultural community setting. Offers built-in assessment in HCOM MLO 8 and half of the Liberal Studies HCOM Concentration in Creative Writing. (Offered every other year.)

An introductory creative writing course focusing on ethnicity, gender, and social change, in relationship to visual arts. Cross-cultural readings in poetry, fiction, and nonfiction. No previous art experience necessary. Offers built-in assessment in HCOM MLO 8. (Offered every other year.)

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An intermediate level creative writing workshop that examines women's lives, and their relationship to the writing process. Includes in-class writing exercises, cross-cultural readings, discussions of the writing process, and creative writing. For women and men honing their craft of writing poetry, fiction, life-stories. Offers built-in assessment in HCOM MLO 8 (only with prior consent of instructor) or the concentrations in Creative Writing and Social Action, or Women's Studies. (Offered every other year.)

An intermediate-level creative writing workshop that focuses on fiction writing and creative non-fiction. Students explore forms of fiction, and move toward publication. Offers built-in assessment in HCOM MLO 8 (only with prior consent of instructor) or the concentrations in Creative Writing and Social Action, Journalism and Media Studies or Writing and Rhetoric. (Offered every other year.)

This learning experience takes a comparative approach to the examination of American ethnic literature and cultures. It is designed to develop students' ability to compare and contrast the social, historical, and cultural experiences as they are represented in literature. The interdisciplinarity nature of the course is accentuated not only through the introduction to the use of language and literary analysis, but also through the discussion of history, philosophy, culture, and social justice.

A literature course in contemporary multicultural poetry, with a focus on gender issues. "A new kind of man / a new kind of woman

Examines, through literature, how women writers are rewriting the myths and scripts of their / our lives, and how writing is a way of taking action. Explores how women have moved from repression to resistance, from silence to voice, from socially constructed divisiveness toward community. Offers built-in assessment in HCOM MLO 6 or the concentrations in Literary and Film Studies, or Women's Studies. (Offered every other year.)

Examines multicultural adolescent literature through the study of issues related to identity, race, culture, equity, and social justice/injustice over time. In particular, the course will provide opportunities to discuss the difficulties that young people have in coming to terms with these complicated issues. Required course for the Single Subject in English Waiver concentration, meeting the Multicultural Adolescent Literature Requirement. Offers built-in assessment in HCOM MLO 5 or the concentration in Literary and Film Studies. (Offered every other year.)

Develops service learning sensitivity, creative writing competency and craft. Students develop original pieces and age-appropriate interdisciplinary creative projects for SL partners in the schools. Offers built-in assessment for HCOM MLO 8, the Concentration in Creative Writing and Social Action, HCOM Service Learning, and the CTC requirement in advanced writing in the classroom. Meets the English Subject Matter Preparation Program field experience requirement.

Engages topical study of social movements in the service learning environment. Introduces various models of political organizing in movements that have addressed societal inequities from class, race, ethnic, gender, sexual orientation, and other positionalities, and students apply these models to contemporary problems of inequity. The service learning component connects students with community organizations in order to be participant observers in contemporary organizing strategies.

Explores modes of analysis that engage the intersectionality of gender, sexuality, race/ethnicity, economic class, and (dis)ability. Readings and activities will ponder the ways that different feminist theoretical paradigms work to advance social justice. Offers built-in assessment in HCOM MLO 5 or the concentrations in Women's Studies or Comparative American Studies. (Offered every year.)

Examines the legal practices and scholarship that have intersected race and gender. We will read court cases that have shaped legal doctrine and essays that analyze and interpret that doctrine in order to understand the differing experiences of and conditions for women of all colors in relationship to gender justice. Offers built-in assessment in HCOM MLO 5 or the concentrations in Peace Studies, Women's Studies, Pre-Law. (Offered every year.)

Offers an intensive introduction to the roots, forms, and impacts of Chicana and Latina feminist discourses. Explores critical analyses of historical and contemporary Chicana/Latina life experiences while presenting theoretical frameworks such as transnationalism, intersectionality, and gender studies. Offers built-in assessment in HCOM MLO 5 or the concentrations in Chicana/o-Latina/o Studies, History, Oral History and New Media, Comparative American Studies, or Women's Studies. (Offered every other year.)

Intensive introduction to Chicana/o and Latina/o cultural formations. Course has two objectives: to equip students with the analytical skills necessary to interpret the variety and particularity of the Mexican American and Latin American experiences; and, to expose students to an array of cultural experiences that have contributed to the formation of Chicana/o and Latina/o identities. Offers built-in assessment in HCOM MLO 5 or the concentrations in Comparative American Studies, or Chicana/o-Latina/o Studies. (Offered every year.)

An introduction to the historical and cultural narratives that shape African American identities and experiences. Offers built-in assessment in HCOM MLO 7 or the concentrations in Africana Studies; Comparative American Studies; or History, Oral History, and New Media. (Offered every year.)

Provides an opportunity to analyze and discuss the ways that film has portrayed issues of colonialism, race, culture, equity, power relationships, and identity over the past 100 years. We view films from various countries around the world, and we examine the historical, social, political, and artistic background of each film. Offers built-in assessment for HCOM MLO 5 or the concentrations in Comparative American Studies, History, Oral History and New Media or Literary and Film Studies. Also satisfies the Liberal Studies requirement in Multicultural Literature(s). (Offered every year.)

Students design and conduct oral history projects in surrounding communities. Projects address social issues of significance to the student and the community involved. Interviews are archived in the CSUMB Oral History and Community Memory Archive. Offers built-in assessment in HCOM MLO 2 or, depending on the topic, Chicana/o-Latina/o Studies. Meets the Single Subject in English Waiver Technology requirement. (Offered every year.)

Working in a local community, students design and conduct a collaborative oral history project of significance to students and community alike. Interviews will become part of the CSUMB Oral History and Community Memory Archive.

Critical and comparative survey of modern world history since the 18th century. Focuses on social, political, and cultural histories of ordinary people and how they shaped and were shaped by state formation, global trade and exchange, capitalist transformation, industrialization, political ideologies, and nationalism. Incorporates history of the U.S. - its formation and transformation into global history framework. Offers built-in assessment in HCOM MLO 7, or the concentration in Single Subject in History and Social Sciences Waiver. (Offered occasionally.)

"It comes as a great shock to see Gary Cooper killing off the Indians and

Brings a historical perspective to contemporary issues facing California, from immigration and racism to the future of public culture and the environment. Students explore the cross-cultural history of California and participate in hands-on research into California's past. Offers built-in assessment in HCOM MLO 7 or the concentrations in Comparative American Studies; or History, Oral History, and New Media. Meets the Single Subject Waiver in History/Social Science requirement in California History. (Offered every year.)

Explores struggles over whom and what will be remembered in national and local history by involving students in hands-on research into the past. Covers the culture wars taking place in politics, the media, museums, and state parks across the country. Offers built-in assessment in HCOM MLO 7 or the concentrations in Comparative American Studies; or History, Oral History, and New Media. Meets the Single Subject History/Social Science Waiver in Modern U.S. History. (Offered every year.)

Explores the complex experiences of African Americans, Asian Americans, Chicana/os, European Americans, and Native Americans in U.S. history. Combines the use of traditional written sources, such as autobiographies, with new media technologies, such as the Internet, and multimedia presentations. Requires basic computer experience. Offers built-in assessment in for HCOM MLO 7 or the concentrations in Comparative American Studies; Literary and Film Studies; or History, Oral History, and New Media. Meets the Single Subject in English Waiver Teaching with New Media Requirement and Technology Requirement. Meets the Single Subject History/Social Science Waiver in Modern U.S. History. (Offered every year.)

A multimedia lab in digital history/storytelling. Instruction in digitizing, editing and creation of images, audio, and video; online media research and copyright fair use. Recommended for students enrolled in HCOM 356 who are unfamiliar with I-Movie, Photoshop, sound editing, and online media research.

Introduction to constitutional law through an in-depth examination of select U.S. Supreme Court cases. Close attention to how constitutional law has shaped and been shaped by the experience of ordinary people and the impact of the court's decisions on the social, political, and economic histories of the United States from a multicultural perspective. Offers built-in assessment in the concentration Pre-Law. (Offered every other year.)

Broadly introduces law in society from interdisciplinary global perspectives. Focuses on intersections of law with everyday life and how law is shaped by and shapes its social context. Special attention to how race, ethnicity, class, gender and sexual orientation relate to law and legal systems. Offers built-in assessment in the concentrations in Pre-Law or Comparative American Studies. (Offered every other year.)

Examines the historical, legal, and social construction of sexuality from the perspective of multicultural communities in the United States. Emphasis on histories of gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, and queer communities. Offers built-in assessment in HCOM MLO 7 or the concentrations in Pre-Law; History, Oral History, and New Media; Comparative American Studies or Women's Studies. (Offered every other year.)

Intensive study of the U.S and California Constitutions from a historical perspective, focusing on the relationship of social, political, and economic transformation to constitutional jurisprudence. The course explores the relationship of the states to the federal government, civil rights and liberties, and the contested meanings of freedom, liberty and equality under the law. Provides opportunities for students to use historical perspectives to understand and advocate for solutions connected.

Often described as history from the bottom up, social history has become critical to how many historians have approached the history of ordinary people. This course introduces students to commonly used theories, methods and practices in social history scholarship and historical writing with a primary emphasis on the history of the United States. (Credit/ No Credit Available)

Explores the history of the Trans-Mississippi West in the United States through the late 20th century, focusing on complex interactions of diverse cultural groups in their social, economic, political and environmental dimensions. (Credit/ No Credit Available)

Advanced introduction to the historical experiences of people of Mexican and Latin American descent in the U.S. Explores a variety of forces which have shaped and continue to shape the lives of these communities. Emphasizes the historical and sociological method used to analyze these experiences, with primary focus on the 20th century. Offers built-in assessment in HCOM MLO 7, or the concentrations in Chicana/o- Latina/o Studies; History, Oral History, and New Media; or Comparative American Studies. (Offered occasionally.)

Introduce students to the history of various religious traditions in the United States, particularly the intersection of religion with nationalism, legal and political institutions, identity formation, and the struggle over the meaning of religion in diverse multicultural communities. (Credit/ No Credit Available)

This course explores the role of gender in shaping the historical experiences and analysis of those experiences by historians of the United States with an emphasis on the intersection of gender with other social categories, including race, ethnicity, class, and sexual orientation among others. (Credit/ No Credit Available)

This course explores the causes, course, and consequences of the American Civil War, from the 1840s to 1877, organized around four broad themes: the crisis of union and disunion in an expanding republic; slavery, race, and emancipation; the experience of modern, total war for individuals and society; and the political and social challenges of Reconstruction. The course explores national, sectional, racial, constitutional, individual, social, intellectual, and/or moral dimensions of the period.

This course is designed to provide both practical and theoretical frameworks in which to analyze communications and media work with the U.S. military. Students who wish to pursue careers in media, or with the military will learn practical skills for navigating media issues with the U.S. military. The course also is suitable for those who wish to participate in theoretical discussions about media representation of the military and military topics such as gender, race, and sexuality. (Credit/ No Credit Available)

Prepares students to write news articles for the mass media. Outcomes include learning basic concepts of journalistic interviewing; information gathering; critical understanding of new sources; ethical decision making; and writing news, editorial, and feature articles for print and electronic media. Students working on the Otter Realm are strongly encouraged to enroll. Offers built-in assessment in HCOM MLO 2 or the concentrations in Journalism and Media Studies or Writing and Rhetoric. (Offered every year.)

Prepares students to conduct journalistic interviewing and reporting. Outcomes include learning basic and advanced journalistic interviewing techniques, information gathering, and critical understanding of news sources, as well as journalistic writing and independent research. The course focuses on the exploration of current social, economic, political and environmental issues. Offers built-in assessment in HCOM MLO 2 or the concentration in Journalism and Media Studies. Requires instructor consent. (Offered every year.)

Prepares students to successfully design, layout, and publish journalistic products. Outcomes include learning the basic concepts of visual communication and journalistic production, including magazine and newspaper publishing, as well as desktop publishing techniques and software. Students working on the Otter Realm are strongly encouraged to enroll. Offers built-in assessment in HCOM MLO 2 or the concentration in Journalism and Media Studies. (Offered every other year.)

Prepares students to conduct in-depth and investigative reporting. Outcomes include learning advanced journalistic interviewing techniques, information gathering, and critical understanding of news sources. Focuses on the journalistic exploration of current social, economic, political, and environmental issues. Offers built-in assessment in the concentration in Journalism and Media Studies. Requires instructor consent. (Offered every other year.)

Students produce The Otter Realm campus newspaper. Outcomes include learning journalistic writing and reporting techniques such as interviewing, information gathering, and writing news and feature stories, as well as media analysis skills. Upon prior consent of instructor, offers built-in assessment in HCOM MLO 2 or the concentration in Journalism and Media Studies. (Offered every semester.)

Prepares students to report and write magazine articles about social issues. Outcomes include learning advanced journalistic and creative nonfiction interviewing, reporting techniques, and writing short feature and in-depth magazine stories. Focuses on training students to write a magazine story from conception and pitching the story to a magazine through reporting, organizing, writing, rewriting, and editing. Offers built-in assessment in HCOM MLO 2 or the concentrations in Journalism and Media Studies or Writing and Rhetoric. Requires instructor consent. (Offered every other year.)

Studies a particular topic in Human Communication. (Offered occasionally.) (Letter Grade Available)

With faculty sponsorship and oversight, students design, develop, and teach a particular topic in Human Communication. (Offered occasionally.)

Opportunities for independent field research projects involving oral history, social action writing, archival research, or investigative journalism. (Offered occasionally.)

Student and faculty member select topic of study and number of credits. (Offered occasionally.)

Student and faculty member select topic of study and number of credits. (Offered occasionally.)

Student and faculty member select topic of study and number of credits. (Offered occasionally.)

Opportunity for independent internship involving any area of legal studies. Offers built-in assessment for HCOM Pre-Law concentration or elective in Pre-Law minor. (Offered every semester)

Through exploration and application of diverse moral frameworks, students acquire knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to identify and ethically resolve complex moral issues commonly associated with a variety of professions. Participants also gain insight into how to help establish and sustain environments conducive to ethical reflection and practice. Offers built-in assessment in HCOM MLO 3 or the concentrations in Pre-Law or Practical and Professional Ethics. (Offered every year.)

Participants develop and apply knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to identify and ethically address moral challenges commonly experienced in professional life. Reciprocal partnerships within the community provide opportunities for students to engage in projects designed to foster ethical and effective communication, to empower recipients of public services, and to facilitate fulfillment of organizational goals and commitments. Offers built-in assessment in HCOM MLO 3 or the concentrations in Practical and Professional Ethics or Pre-Law. (Offered every year.)

Students explore diverse models of justice as philosophies and practices. The epistemological, ethical, political, and spiritual dimensions of restorative justice are studied in cross-cultural contexts. Offers built-in assessment for HCOM MLO 4 or the concentrations in Peace Studies, Pre-Law, or Practical and Professional Ethics. (Offered every other year.)

Students explore the social construction of sexuality. Epistemological, ethical, political, and spiritual dimensions of sexuality are studied in cross-cultural contexts. Offers built-in assessment for HCOM MLO 4 or the Concentration in Practical and Professional Ethics. (Offered every other year.)

Introduces classical philosophical questions, such as the nature of good and evil, reality, and efforts to understanding self and community, through stories and film. Visual media integrate with classical and contemporary readings in philosophy enabling students to learn about the problems, methods and insights in philosophical analysis.

Explores theories and methods of conflict resolution. Participants apply multicultural approaches to problem solving in personal, professional, and social contexts. Offers built-in assessment in HCOM MLO 3 or the concentrations in Peace Studies, Pre-Law, or Practical and Professional Ethics. (Offered every other year.)

Students interpret, analyze, and evaluate a selection of rhetorical theories or theoreticians in comparative, cultural, global, historical, and political frameworks. They consider their roles as practitioners, consumers, and critics of rhetoric; they apply elements derived from their study of the theories to rhetorical topics. The specific content will vary each semester. Offers build-in assessment for the concentrations in Practical and Professional Ethics or Writing and Rhetoric. (Offered every other year.)

A study of the history of the English language within imperialism and post-colonialism, emphasizing morphological changes in the language. Explores sociolinguistic, psycholinguistic, and current linguistic theory and makes practical applications. Analyzes language development theories and current issues in language, including standardization, bilingualism, language variations, gender, literacy, and language in the schools, and methods of teaching reading. Offers built-in assessment in MLO 6 or meets the Single Subject in English Waiver Language and Linguistic Theories and Praxis Requirement. (Offered every other year.)

Explores in-depth a selection of one or more rhetorical traditions outside the traditional Western rhetorical canon; utilizes interdisciplinary methodologies to investigate and analyze the cultural concept and role of rhetoric in relationship to epistemology, ethics, spirituality, economics, and politics; examines developments in cultural rhetorical traditions in relationship to cross-cultural encounters, including but not limited to colonialism and postcolonialism. Offers build-in assessment in MLO 5 or the concentration in Writing and Rhetoric or or Practical and Professional Ethics. (Offered every other year.)

Examines the emergence of non-Western voices and perspectives in literature and films from the post-colonial "South

Travel narratives relate journeys to home audiences, portray the "other

Examines representative works by British writers from different periods: Medieval, Renaissance, Neo-Classical, Romantic, Realist, Modern and Post-Modern. Offers built-in assessment in HCOM MLO 6 or the concentration in Literary and Film Studies. Meets the Single Subject in English Waiver Literary Histories, Theories, and Praxis Requirement. A literature course from the Literature/Popular Culture ULR is recommended. (Offered every other year.)

Analyzes the works of Chicana poets of the 20th and 21st centuries, among them Lorna Dee Cervantes, Pat Mora, Ana Castillo, Sandra Cisneros, Demetria Martinez, and Diana Garcia. From the rural to the urban experience, students study the historical, cultural, and political determinants that define the work as Chicana. Offers built-in assessment in HCOM MLO 6 or the concentrations in Literary and Film Studies; Chicana/o- Latina/o Studies; or Women's Studies. (Offered every other year.)

Examines works by British writers from Anglo-Saxon, Medieval, Renaissance, Neo-Classical, Romantic, Realist, Modern, and Post-Modern literary periods. Explores literature as both literary and linguistic text. Applies postcolonial approaches to literature and explores current linguistic theories and sociolinguistic approaches. Offers built-in assessment in HCOM MLO 6. Meets requirements in the Single Subject English Waiver concentration for English Literary Histories, Theories, and Praxis, and for Language and Linguistic Theories and Praxis. A ULR literature course from Literature/Popular Culture is recommended. (Offered every other Fall semester.)

An intermediate level creative writing and research intensive course. Students do collaborative research and interviews in the community. They create poetry, fiction, creative nonfiction, and mixed media work towards a final public presentation. Assessment in Creative Writing Social Action; History; Oral History and New Media; or Writing and Rhetoric concentrations. HCOM MLO 8 only with prior consent of instructor. (Offered every other year.)

Intermediate level creative writing course in which students apply craft to a particular public issue. Students do collaborative research and interviews in the community. They produce poetry, fiction, and creative nonfiction, and visual representations of their writings. End-of-semester project is used to educate the community. Offers built-in assessment in HCOM MLO 8 (With prior consent) or the concentration in Creative Writing and Social Action or History, Oral History and New Media Studies.

Read, analyze, and create life stories. Explores memory and intersecting identities of ethnicity, race, class, gender, and sexuality through multicultural life narratives about family, migration, work, education, and community. Develops creative writing, literary analysis, and multimedia skills. Offers built-in assessment in HCOM MLO 6 and MLO 8, or the concentrations in Creative Writing and Social Action; History, Oral History and New Media Studies; or Literary and Film Studies. (Offered every other year.)

Students analyze the literary criticism that offers criteria for defining multicultural gay, lesbian, bisexual, transsexual, and transgender literary tradition(s). They then explore canonized, non-canonical, and marginalized texts in relationship to issues of sexuality and authorship, content, genre, and form. Offers built-in assessment in HCOM MLO 6 or the concentration in Literary and Film Studies. (Offered every other year.)

Analyzes Shakespeare's plays from classical, modern, postmodern, and postcolonial perspectives, and meanings in the colonial and postcolonial world. Covers Shakespeare's plays from comedies and histories to tragedies and romances. Explores the symbiotic relationship between literature and film. Offers built-in assessment in HCOM MLO 6 or the concentration in Literary and Film Studies. Meets the Single Subject in English Waiver Literary Histories, Theories, and Praxis Requirement. (Offered every other year.)

Students analyze the works of one or two authors and study the historical, social, and political contexts of their work in-depth. Varying content each semester. Please contact professor about which authors will be studied. Offers built-in assessment in HCOM MLO 6 or the concentration in Literary and Film Studies. (Offered every other year.)

Explores the dynamics of American social and political structures and the relationship to culture. Examines the roots of racism, sexism, and classism with a special emphasis on leadership development and community participation. Offers built-in assessment in HCOM MLO 5 or the concentrations in Comparative American Studies; Practical and Professional Ethics; Women's Studies; Pre-Law; or Peace Studies (Offered occasionally.)

Explores the development of black feminism as both a conceptual framework and from a political practice. Examines black feminism from a comparative perspective and within a global context. Special attention will be given to black feminist thought and activism in Africa, the United States, England, and Brazil. Offers built-in assessment in HCOM MLO 5 or the concentrations in Africana Studies, Comparative American Studies, Literary and Film Studies, or Women's Studies. (Offered every other year.)

Examines the cultural, social, and political dimensions of slavery and race relations in Latin America, the Caribbean, and the United States. Readings and class discussions explore the development of slavery in countries such as Cuba, Haiti, and Brazil. Examines the impact of nationalist ideologies on contemporary racial dynamics in the region. Offers built-in assessment in HCOM MLO 7 or the concentrations in Africana Studies; History, Oral History, and New Media; or Comparative American Studies. (Offered every other year.)

Through theoretical readings, films, and ethnographic case studies, students explore how racialized, colonized, and other excluded indigenous or transnational communities construct, claim, and struggle for human, social, and cultural rights and identities. Offers built-in assessment in HCOM MLO 2 or the concentrations in Chicana/o-Latina/o Studies; Comparative American Studies; or History, Oral History, and New Media. (Offered every other year.)

Exploring the African Diaspora is a 4-week course, which includes a two-week study trip. It provides an introduction to African Diasporic societies and cultures. Students attain an overview of slavery, race and gender relations, political mobilizations, African Diasporic religions, music and literatures. Learning activities include language study, guided tours and museum visits, lectures, performances, and meetings with anthropologists, historians, and artists. Offers built-in assessment in HCOM MLO 5. (Offered periodically)

Examines recent theories related to migration including nationalism and the nation, transnationalism, diaspora, borders/borderlands, and globalization. Surveys key theories and compares histories of specific transnational communities, focusing primarily on migrations between Asia/Asia Pacific and the Americas. Offers built-in assessment for HCOM MLO 7 Historical Analysis, and concentrations in Comparative American Studies; Chicana/o Latina/o Studies; and History, Oral History, and New Media. Also applicable to the Chicana/o Studies Minor. (Offered every other year.)

Students analyze literature such as the novels of Henry James, E.M. Forster, William Burroughs, Toni Morrison, Amy Tan, and Stephen King, and they also view critically the films made from such literature. Throughout the course, students explore and revise criteria for determining both the strengths and the limitations of each art form. Offers built-in assessment in HCOM MLO 6 or the concentration in Literary and Film Studies. (Offered every other year.)

This course examines the key social and ideological influences that shaped the dominant concerns of Victorian Britain. Among these concerns are the roles of men and women, industrialization, class struggle, sexuality, racial difference, poverty and disease, education, and social change. Drawing on a wide range of textual evidence, the course provides opportunities to explore and apply methods of socio-cultural historical research and offers built-in assessment in HCOM MLO 7.

Explores emerging intellectual paradigms in the Chicano community and traces their antecedents and relationships. Provides an intensive foundation in Chicano studies theory and emergent issues. Offers built-in assessment in HCOM MLO 5 or the concentrations in Chicana/o-Latina/o Studies; or Comparative American Studies. (Offered every other year.)

Students explore an advanced interdisciplinary issue in the humanities from at least two perspectives. The course is team-taught by two faculty members. Offers built-in assessment in two MLOs or concentration(s) determined by the instructors. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. (Offered every other year.)

Students explore an advanced specialty issue in Human Communication in a small, interactive, seminar format. The in-depth study required directly relates to the professor's current research or pedagogy in Human Communication. Counts toward the concentration(s) determined by HCOM. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. (Offered occasionally.)

Senior level HCOM research seminar designed to helps students develop, commence and sustain the complex research skills expected of an HCOM graduate. Students deepen their research skills, including but not limited to the ability develop a scholarly research question and project, determine information required, identify where to find needed information, and the skills needed to obtain, synthesize, and integrate information. Subject focus may vary. (Credit/No Credit Available)

Students produce a complex, interdisciplinary senior research project related to an issue or topic within the Human Communication major and their Depth Concentration. Students present their project in a public Capstone Festival. Required for all HCOM majors applying for graduation. Instructor Consent required. (Offered every semester.)

Students receive class credit for working in a real news organization, such as the public relations office of a business or community organization, in an advertising agency or any other media organization. They learn with support from both an internship adviser and a mentor at the organization where they work. Requires 300 hours of work and participation in online class. Offers built-in assessment of concentration or credit in Journalism and Media Studies. (Offered every semester.)

Explores the technical, journalistic, and social empowerment aspects of creating a mass media product. Students help a community group create a media project, such as a newsletter, public service campaign, or website. Outcomes include learning the basic concepts of visual communication and journalistic production, as well as digital media techniques when appropriate. Offers built-in assessment in HCOM MLO 2 or the concentration in Journalism and Media Studies. (Offered occasionally.)

Students learn design by doing design, mentoring each other and exchanging ideas as they put out the campus newspaper. Taken in conjunction with a related two-unit course, this two-unit credit/no credit course fulfills a concentration credit for the Journalism and Media Studies concentration in Human Communication or for the minor in Journalism and Media Studies. (Offered every semester.)

Studies a particular topic in Human Communication. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. (Offered occasionally.) (Credit/No Credit Available)

Opportunities for independent field research projects involving oral history, social action writing, archival research, or investigative journalism. (Offered occasionally.)

Student and faculty member select topic of study and number of credits. (Offered occasionally.)

A graduate course on the theory and practice of cultural citizenship. Explores how Latina/o and other marginalized or excluded communities claim rights to human, social, and cultural equality through cultural difference. Open to any CSUMB graduate student. (Offered occasionally.)

Explores emerging intellectual paradigms in the Chicano community and traces their antecedents and relationships. Provides an intensive foundation in Chicano studies theory and emergent issues. Open to any CSUMB graduate student. (Offered occasionally.)

For students interested in the oral history of the Fort Ord Conversion Project. (Offered occasionally.) (Credit/No Credit Available)

Opportunities for independent field research projects involving oral history, social action writing, archival research, or investigative journalism. (Offered occasionally.)

Student and faculty member select topic of study and number of credits. (Offered occasionally.)

This course will focus on the many outdoor recreational opportunities surrounding CSUMB and the Monterey Peninsula. Students will have an opportunity to participate in hiking, trail running, mountain biking, kayaking, surfing and canyoneering, with an emphasis on safety and training. Requires off-campus trips, equipment rental fees and a final exam.

Teaches the very basic techniques, skills, and concepts of swimming to those with little or limited swimming experience. Develop a sense of confidence in swimming through 12 steps to practice and the common combination of drills. Credit/no credit.

Students learn about and engage in resistance training as a means of improving and maintaining muscular fitness. Includes basic instruction in exercise technique, spotting, safety and basic resistance training program design.

Students engage in swimming and learn about the use of swimming as a means of improving aerobic fitness. Also targets improvements in stroke efficiency. Credit/no credit.

Students learn about, develop, and execute a personal fitness program; emphasizing improvements in muscular and aerobic fitness through a wide variety of activities. Credit/no credit.

Students learn about and engage in fitness walking as a means of improving health and well-being. A variety of walking venues are used along with special small or large group activities. Credit/ no credit.

Instructs on adapting Physical Activity for each individual's unique needs through the use of the pool to enhance one's overall health and well-being. Course content decided upon between instructor and student. Designed especially for individuals with permanent or temporary disability. Credit/no credit. (Offered as needed)

A learning experience for individuals who would like to select a physical activity program with adaptations to meet their individual needs. Course content decided upon between instructor and student, resulting in many program options and variety. This experience, in conjunction with adapted aquatics can provide daily activity for individuals who are temporarily or permanently in need of adapted physical activity. Credit/no credit. (Offered as needed).

Using flotation devices, students follow the instructor through a wide variety of movements using the water as resistance with the goal of improving muscular and aerobic fitness. No experience in swimming necessary. Credit/ no credit.

Provides instruction in water activity that ranges from underwater hockey to water polo. Credit/no credit. (Offered as interest warrants).

Covers instruction and practice in the immediate and temporary care of injuries and sudden illness. Includes emergency response, rescue breathing, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and first aid for adults only. Conforms to American Red Cross standards. Optional written and practical certification exam offered at end of course. (Offered as needed).

An introduction to step aerobic exercise. Additional cardiovascular training methods such as dance may also be included. The course also will teach students to monitor their progress throughout the semester. Credit/no credit.

Short Sun Style form of qigong exercises to improve mobility and flexibility and develop better balance. The second form emphasizes power, a simple Yang style Tai Chi/Chi Kung form that teaches the principles of body mechanics through the alignment of the bone structure with the force of gravity. Explains theory and provides training for effective practice of any form of Tai Chi. Credit/no credit.

Consists of step-by-step progression to a Chen 26 Movement Form. Fundamentals include standing meditation, proper body posture, footwork drills, along with self-defense applications. Training in body mechanics, including whole-body exercises which increase mobility, promote relaxation, and reduce physical tension and strain. Credit/No Credit.

A hands-on class that incorporates the four components of self-defense: awareness, avoidance, and verbal and physical techniques. Teaches verbal and physical self-defense skills from a standing position and from the ground. This class focuses on rape-prevention and aims to reduce fear and empower students with skills to defend themselves against physical, verbal and sexual attacks. Credit/no credit.

Introduces the physical practice of yoga and explores the emotional and philosophical aspects of this ancient discipline. Practice of postures build from basic poses to more challenging poses. Builds strength, endurance and flexibility through practice. Also includes the study of yoga through assigned readings, class discussions and journaling. Credit/no credit.

Designed for students who have completed KIN 139 and wish to continue their study of Yoga. Welcomes beginners with no prior yoga experience as well. Credit/no credit. (Offered as interest warrants).

Students learn the skills, beginner through advanced, needed to master the game of disc golf. Credit/No Credit

Introduces students to indoor court volleyball. Students develop passing, blocking, and hitting skills. Students learn the rules, scoring, and team strategies and tactics. Credit/No Credit

Facilitates the development of fundamental skill in basketball. While skill enhancement is the desired outcome, also covers the rules and regulations of the game, and the history and growth of basketball. Credit/ no credit. (Offered fall semester).

Students develop throwing, catching, fielding, hitting, and base-running skills while learning rules, scoring, and team strategies for offensive and defensive fast-pitch and slow-pitch softball. Credit/ No Credit

Students learn and practice the training methods and techniques needed to develop cardiovascular fitness. Students develop a personal running training program. Credit/No Credit

Covers surfing for beginners and first timers. Opportunities for advanced surfers to act as aids to the head instructor. Covers etiquette, right of way rules, equipment, and safety. Must be able to pass a swimming safety test. Includes extensive in-the-water experience. Requires some equipment. Surf boards will be supplied. Course fee required. Credit/ no credit.

Apply theory to practice in small centerboard type sailboats. Includes maneuvering and driving a boat, rules of the road, nomenclature, knots, developing teamwork, and practicing water and boat safety. Includes extensive on-the-water experience. Must have the ability to swim. Requires course fee. Credit/no credit.

Apply theory to practice in keelboats. Covers rules of the road, sailing language, knots, and water safety. Sailing skills include reefing, heaving-to, crew-overboard recovery, and changing sail while underway. Covers skills such as anchoring, docking, and tide and weather consideration. An American Sailing Association (ASA) certification course, includes lecture and extensive on-the-water experience. Must have the ability to swim. Requires course fee. Credit/no credit. (Offered as interest warrants).

This course will cover health and well being topics focusing on the health effects of stress, stress management skills, applied nutrition and core concepts in exercise and weight management. In addition to these core topics, the course will address the six dimensions of wellness: physical, emotional, intellectual, social, environmental and spiritual.

Addresses core concepts of health and wellness, the interrelationship and benefits of physical fitness, proper nutrition, and effective stress management in theory and practice. Emphasizes nutritional understanding and actual eating decisions. Includes self-assessments, development and implementation of personal wellness goals/plans/actions, and self-reflection on consequences of lifestyle choices. (Offered as needed).

Provides students with the knowledge and skills to safely backpack and hike in a variety of conditions. Focuses on equipment, menu planning, navigation and leave-no-trace camping.

Required lab course for KIN 180. Includes a three-day backpacking trip over a weekend and several day hikes on Fort Ord recreation lands. Requires course fee. Credit/ no credit.

Studies a particular topic in Kinesiology. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.

The study of Channeling Energy and Self-Empowerment. Teaches eastern theory and practice for cultivating energy or "Chi"". Course addresses Qigong meditation practices. Credit/No Credit. (Offered as interest warrants.)"

Introduces skills for intermediate level sea kayaking. Covers equipment, paddling techniques, navigation, weather, surf zone dynamics and rescues. Earn a certificate from the American Canoe Association upon completion. Credit/No Credit

Required lab course for KIN 254. Requires field trips and course fee. Credit/no credit.

Addresses the core concepts of human sexuality and the interrelationship that exists between it and mental, physical, social, emotional and spiritual well-being. Assists students in understanding the nature of their own sexuality, the importance of sexuality in their lives and the responsibility and pleasure it brings to individuals and their partners. Emphasis will be placed on the variations of expressions by culture, age, and orientation and their relationship with well-being.

Provides an overview of factors that contribute to health and wellness while engaging in self-reflective, culturally aware and responsive community participation with community organizations.

Entry-level scuba certification intended for the student with little or no scuba experience. The aquatic content covers practical SCUBA skills and techniques. Students who complete all academic, pool, and open water requirements may be eligible for SCUBA Diver certification through National Association of Underwater Instructors [NAUI]. One or two weekend fieldtrips may be required. Prior to participating in open-water activities, an appropriate medical release to dive must be on file. (Offered every semester).

Required lab course for KIN 280. Students must have ability to swim. Requires course fee. Credit/no credit. (Offered every semester).

Focuses on top-roped rock climbing and bouldering. Covers equipment, techniques, and training. Includes knots, anchor systems, belaying, rappelling, and risk assessment. Held outdoors and requires one weekend trip. Requires course fee. Credit/no credit. (Offered as interest warrants).

A continuing education certification course to increase understanding and enjoyment of diving. Emphasizes participation and application of knowledge in open water, after classroom discussions. Covers applied sciences, equipment, risks, environment, navigation, limited visibility, search and recovery, light salvage and deep simulated decompression. Requires field trips to complete a minimum of 8 dives. Independent projects may be assigned outside of classroom time. Students who complete all of the course requirements are eligible for the NAUI Master SCUBA Diver certification. (Offered every semester).

Required lab course for KIN 282. Students must have the ability to swim. Credit/no credit. (Offered every semester).

The NAUI Master Diver course is a continuing education certification course for divers who wish to increase their understanding and enjoyment of diving. Emphasis is on student participation and practical application of knowledge in open water, after classroom discussion of subjects. Topics covered include: Applied sciences, Diving equipment, Diving Risks, Diving Environment, Underwater Navigation, Limited Visibility Diving, Search and Recovery, Light Salvage and Deep and Simulated Decompression Diving. (Offered as interest warrants.)

The course is the practical application of the NAUI Master Scuba Dive Course. Field trips are required to complete a minimum of 8 scuba dives. Diving activities include deep diving night diving, advanced navigation, simulated stage decompression, small boat diving, light salvage, and search and recovery. Independent projects may be assigned outside of classroom time. Students who complete all the course requirements are eligible for the NAUI Master Scuba Diver certification. (Offered as interest warrants)

Introduces the history, debates, and definitions regarding the interdisciplinary degree in Kinesiology. Explores research skills needed to complete Senior Capstone project. Develops a learning plan that integrates a KIN concentration, Capstone interests, and personal and professional goals. (Offered every semester).

Students learn appropriate technique in strength and conditioning as it relates to basic performance, assessment, and program development. Focus includes content necessary for nationally recognized certification exams administered by organizations such as the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) and the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM).

Presents practical application of physiological and biomechanical theory for development of and implementation of sports conditioning prescriptions. Helps athletes achieve optimal physical performance without incurring injury. Includes content necessary for nationally recognized certification exams administered by organizations such as the National Strength and Conditioning Association. (Offered during winter session and as interest warrants).

The course will use a current evidence based approach to relevant topics in Sports Nutrition. The student will become proficient in the anatomy and physiology of digestion, absorption and current nutritional guidelines. Additionally, the student will utilize current recommendations to evaluate and determine the appropriate nutritional strategies for a comprehensive array of recreational and competitive sports with the goal of improving performance and health.

Provides students an integrated view of the relationship between physical activity or sedentarism and health outcomes; also, it provides a conceptual framework to help the students relate results from single studies or collections of studies to the overall paradigm linking physical activity and physical fitness to health. The class will focus on the prevention of diseases and the enhancement of quality of life and well-being.

Explores coaching from a literary and a personal perspective. Builds appreciation for the depth of the coaching profession through literature, studying different authors' views on topics that every coach in every sport must face. After establishing a solid base with literature, explores the topic in a hands-on environment through group discussions and projects. Provides an opportunity to explore the culture of coaching, highlighting several key points. (Offered spring semester).

Provides a theoretical overview of the scientific and practical knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to be a competent personal trainer. Includes content necessary for nationally recognized certification exams administered by organizations such as the National Strength and Conditioning Association and the American College of Sports Medicine. (Offered as needed).

Looks at issues in youth sport, intercollegiate sport, and professional sport. Discusses ethical questions, arguments, theories, and workable solutions for returning amateur sport to its proper place in society. Discusses the power of sport, the value of sport, and the place of sport in society. (Offered spring semester).

This course is devoted to understanding the psychological aspects of sport and physical activity. The course will include aspects of the core psychological research, application of psychological principles to sport and exercise settings, and social influences on psychological processes. Emphasis is placed on the comprehension and application of theoretical concepts addressing the interaction of individual characteristics and environmental factors in sport and physical activity.

Explores health promotion in the worksite including supporting theories and critical issues such as management support, economic benefits, and worksite health promotion professional standards; focus is on implementing worksite health promotion programs. Implementation phases include needs assessment/evaluation, effective interventions, program marketing and organizational development.

Explores ethical issues related to physical activity and allied health professions. Examines the practical application of principles and methods to evaluate ethical dilemmas in promotion of health. Topics include historical health-related & medical cases, development of current practices of informed consent, health policy and laws. The sub-fields of bioethics, sport ethics and contemporary issues in health will also be explored.

Explores scientific concepts of nutrition related to nutrient chemistry, nutritional needs, practices, and problems throughout the life cycle. Examines where nutrition information is generated and how it is used in policy and populations. Emphasizes evidence-based, scientific nutritional information, education of individuals and groups toward health promotion and disease prevention. Finally, global nutrition issues are addressed with an emphasis on solutions. Successful completion of both lecture and lab is required to earn GE Area E credit.

Focuses on application of scientific concepts of nutrition related to nutrient chemistry, nutritional needs, practices, and problems throughout the life cycle. Examines where nutrition information is generated and how it is used in policy and populations. Emphasizes evidence-based, scientific nutritional information, education of individuals and groups toward health promotion and disease prevention. Finally, global nutrition issues are addressed with an emphasis on solutions. Successful completion of both lecture and lab is required to earn GE Area E credit.

Includes team discussions, nutritional experiential labs combined with student-driven presentations. Presents scientific nutritional content, seriously looking at nutrition and activity patterns to improve eating choices and assist others. Examines special topics and nutritional needs in different ages, activity levels, and cultures. May offer a baseline medical lab screen at the beginning and end of the semester, free of charge. Must have completed vibrancy theory course. (Offered fall semester).

Required lab course for KIN 362. (Offered fall semester).

Addresses the physical, social, cultural, and emotional factors of human sexuality. Students will explore concepts and evidence so they can address their own sexuality, the decisions they make, the importance of sexuality in their lives, the responsibility it involves, and the compassion that is necessary for the well-being of all people. The lab, taken in conjunction with Human Sexuality, supports and expands the concepts from lecture and consists of fieldwork, short papers, and interviews. Successful completion of both lecture and lab is required to earn GE Area E credit.

Addresses the physical, social, cultural, and emotional factors of human sexuality. Students will explore concepts and evidence so they can address their own sexuality, the decisions they make, the importance of sexuality in their lives, the responsibility it involves, and the compassion that is necessary for the well-being of all people. The lab, taken in conjunction with Human Sexuality, supports and expands the concepts from lecture and consists of fieldwork, short papers, and interviews. Successful completion of both lecture and lab is required to earn GE Area E credit.

Explores a variety of useful models of the dimensions of Wellness, including a model of the contributing factors to high-level wellness. Offers the connection and usefulness of the models along with a variety of inventories and methods for using the models. In-depth coverage of several of the dimensions of wellness factors allows students to research particular areas of interest for personal or professional application. (Offered as needed).

Students will learn, understand, and apply concepts in health promotion, health education and behavior change. Students will also learn, understand, apply, and analyze health promotion theories and models at the individual, interpersonal, and community levels. Students will gain an understanding of how and why health behavior change occurs.

Provides students insight into media marketing campaigns within the broad field of Kinesiology; using an evidence-based approach, the course provides students knowledge, skills, and abilities to evaluate Kinesiology related claims. (Offered as needed).

Introduction to the structure and function of the human body. Concepts related to anatomical terminology, cells, tissues, integument, skeletal, muscular, nervous, and endocrine systems are covered. Interrelationships of organ systems and system pathologies are also emphasized. Additionally, principles of anatomy and physiology will be used to illustrate the scientific way of knowing. Finally, the process of peer-review and evidenced based evaluation of claims related to anatomy and physiology, health and pathology will also be incorporated. (First semester of two semester course). (Offered fall semester).

Detailed introduction to the structure and function of the human body. Concepts related to anatomical/physiological structures/functions of human body systems (chemistry, cells, tissues, axial and appendicular skeleton, muscular, nervous and endocrine) are covered. Additionally, principles of anatomy and physiology will be used to illustrate the scientific way of knowing.

Introduction to the structure and function of the human body. Concepts related to circulatory-, lymphatic-, respiratory-, digestive-, urinary systems; immunity, metabolism, reproduction, development, genetics. An introduction to evolutionary medicine will be explored. Interrelationships of organ systems are emphasized. Anatomy and physiology principles will be used to illustrate the scientific way of knowing. Peer-review and evidenced based evaluation of claims related to anatomy and physiology, health and pathology will also be incorporated. (Second semester of two semester course). (Offered spring semester).

Detailed introduction to the structure and function of the human body. Concepts related to anatomical/physiological structures/functions of human body systems (immunity, circulatory, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, urinary, reproduction, development and genetics) are covered. Additionally, principles of anatomy and physiology will be used to illustrate the scientific way of knowing.

Provides an in-depth view of the essential issues regarding disability sport including: history, sport organizations including the Olympics, the international sport model, challenges and controversies, physical training, sport medicine issues, activity modifications, equipment uses and event management for both children and adults. (Offered as needed).

Focuses on the neurological foundations of movement for children preschool to eighth grade from a growth and development perspective. Emphasis is placed on physical activity and programmatic organization in the gymnasium and on the playground as it relates to problem solving and academic success; multicultural approaches to movement, moral development, and self image; and movement exploration, body and spatial awareness, and other non-locomotor skills. (Offered every semester and online spring of even years).

Required lab course for KIN 374. Requires 32 hours of contact with preschool and elementary school children. (Offered every semester).

Provides first experience with the body of knowledge known as motor behavior. Includes theories of motor control and motor learning, biological perspectives including the central nervous system, and motor neurons. Also offers learning perspectives related to motor learning and motor control including sensory systems, vision, memory, and multidimensional learning and social perspectives including practice and group dynamics. (Offered as needed).

Includes programming in physical education for neurologically and physically impaired individuals in the psychomotor, affective, and cognitive domains. Provides a knowledge of disabilities, an understanding of indicators and contra-indicators related to skill development (including academics), and the ability to teach integrated movement activities to preschool to eighth grade children with disabilities. (Offered spring semester).

An in-depth examination of the central nervous system in typical development and atypical development related to academic and motor success. Provides students with an understanding of the typical and atypical neurological bases underlying sensory motor development and performance, as well as the typical and atypical neurological mechanisms and processes for academic success. Includes addictions, phobias, and depression as disabilities. (Offered fall semester).

Looks at administration as the framework and the machinery of the organization of sport. Covers guiding and managing human behavior; the fundamental functions of management; policies and procedures; strategic planning; and the business of sport including personnel issues, future directions, collegiate trademark licensing, communications, event management, media relations, and financial principles applied to sport. (Offered as needed).

Investigate event development, event participants, and event spectators in relation to the law and risk management. Topics of exploration include risk management principles; event directors and committees; what you can be liable for; waiver and medical releases; insurance; spectator concerns; alcohol; procedures for reducing the incidence of injuries; avoiding litigation through precautions, arbitration, and due care; and sports law.

Focuses on the theoretical and practical aspects of backcountry management. Readings on historical and modern examples of leadership are a core element. Includes leadership styles, group facilitation, risk management, and minimum impact camping techniques. (Offered fall semester of odd years).

Required lab for KIN 382 and includes a weeklong intensive backpacking and mountaineering expedition. Requires course fee. Credit/no credit. (Offered fall semester of odd years).

Surveys the rise of experiential education programs and the theoretical models guiding these activities. Practices methods of teambuilding and personal development in hands-on situations. (Offered fall semester of even years).

Required lab course for KIN 383 and includes five days of field activities. Requires course fee. Credit/no credit. (Offered fall semester of even years).

Focuses on historical and modern concepts of wilderness. Examines adventure, exploration, and the development of modern environmental ethics. Surveys current uses and environmental issues in wilderness areas. Requires a weeklong intensive field expedition to the San Rafael Wilderness during Spring Break. (Offered spring semester of odd years.)

Required lab course for KIN 384, including a weeklong intensive field expedition to the San Rafael Wilderness during Spring Break. Requires course fee. Credit/no credit. (Offered spring semester of odd years).

Covers the design, logistics, and business aspects of outdoor education and recreation program administration in the nonprofit and commercial sectors. Practical exercises focus on budgets, logistics, risk management and course curriculum while preparing students for employment in the Outdoor Recreation Field. (Offered spring semester of even years.)

Required lab course for KIN 385 and includes an intensive field expedition to a wilderness area in California during Spring Break. Credit/no credit. (Offered spring semester of even years).

Studies a particular topic in Kinesiology. Student(s) and faculty select topic and number of units. (Offered as needed). (Credit/ No Credit Available)

Studies a particular topic related to Kinesiology. Student and faculty member select topic of study and number of credits. (Offered as needed).

An introductory course exposing students to the field of athletic training. The role of the athletic trainer is explored in relation to the physician, coach, and athlete. Emphasis is placed on prevention, recognition, and treatment of the more common sports injuries. Topics include injury management, basic evaluation procedures, head and face injuries, spinal injuries, knee injuries, and lower leg, ankle, and foot injuries. (Offered spring semester).

Presents an overview of selected topics in exercise physiology with emphasis on practical applications in health, disease, and athletic performance. Provides students with a fundamental understanding of the physiological responses and adaptations to acute and chronic exercise. (Offered as needed).

Provides the laboratory component of Exercise Physiology where students gain experience in the competencies and skills necessary for health and fitness assessment of diseased, normal, and athletic populations. Focus includes content necessary for nationally recognized certification exams administered by organizations such as the National Strength and Conditioning Association and the American College of Sports Medicine. (Offered as needed)

Provides an in-depth, integrated understanding of the physiological responses and adaptations to, and the biomechanics of, aerobic activity, exercise, and sport. Emphasizes the concept that the physiology of aerobic energy production and the biomechanics of aerobic energy use are linked in physical activity, exercise, and sport. (Offered as needed).

Provides an in-depth, integrated understanding of the physiological responses and adaptations to, and the biomechanics of, anaerobic activity, exercise, and sport. Emphasizes the concept that the physiology of anaerobic energy production and the biomechanics of anaerobic energy use are linked in physical activity, exercise, and sport. (Offered as needed).

Focuses on the scientific and practical knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to design an individualized exercise prescription for those confronted with disease and special needs. (Offered as needed).

Students will understand stress and its effect on the body and mind. Students will identify and apply techniques to manage intrapersonal, interpersonal and community stressors at the level of the individual and community. The course focuses on understanding how stress is conceptualized and managed in diverse populations, settings, and at various periods of the lifespan.

Students complete fieldwork in an agency and/or facility approved by the Kinesiology faculty. Approval is based on the opportunities available for students to work on issues of importance in Kinesiology and the agency's or facility's ability to provide mentoring and organizational support for the student intern. (Offered as needed).

Kinesiology majors will examine their personal and professional identities in areas of civic engagement, social justice and multicultural communities. Students will select a site relevant to the Kinesiology field and complete a minimum of 30 hours of service to an underserved population. Students will develop an understanding of health disparities, the context that surrounds them, and actions that professionals and institutions take to foster equity and inequity in communities.

Provides a reference source for the design, construction, renovation, and/or maintenance of sports grounds and facilities. Speaks to the quality, evaluation, and safety of sport facilities including equipment, layout, and lighting and energy options in addition to reconstruction, renovation, maintenance, and management procedures. (Offered as needed).

Covers the business of selling sport in our society. Explores the nuances of the sport business industry, sport management, and sport marketing. Describes and discusses the marketing mix: the strategic combination of four elements - product, price, place, and promotion - and segmentation, targeting, and position in the sport business. (Offered as needed).

Explores the importance of accounting and its resulting financial statements and data in the business of sport. Considers the complexities of today's business environment and the significance of applying adequate standard accounting procedures. Defines the role of accounting in sport and fitness enterprises; investigates the accounting system; looks at partnerships, cash management, revenue generation, and budgeting; and reviews the process of fundraising and friend-raising to cultivate human and fiscal resources. (Offered as needed).

The principles of evolutionary theory will be used to examine problems of medicine and public health. One theme will be the difference between proximate or direct cases of disease and the ultimate or evolutionary causes. The course will emphasize conditions of health and illness that require both proximate and ultimate explanations. Additionally, the course is designed to illustrate how an appreciation of the ultimate causes for disease may lead to new strategies for prevention and treatment.

Students work with their instructor, their faculty Capstone advisor, and other students to develop a proposal for their Senior Capstone project. (Offered every semester).

Assists students in completing their Senior Capstone project developed in KIN 497, including a written Capstone report and an oral presentation to Kinesiology department faculty, staff, and students. (Offered every semester).

Enables graduate students to enrich Kinesiology 300 or 400 level courses to satisfy graduate level requirements. Prior to enrolling, students must seek instructor permission, provide a description of the course content, and submit a proposal to explain how additional and enriched graduate level assignments will be implemented. The course needs to be approved by the faculty advisor, course instructor, dean, and program director. (Offered as needed).

Enables graduate students to enrich Kinesiology 300 or 400 level courses to satisfy graduate level requirements. Prior to enrolling in the course, students must seek instructor permission, provide a description of the course content, and submit a proposal to explain how additional and enriched graduate level assignments will be implemented. Needs to be approved by the faculty advisor, course instructor, dean, and program director. (Offered as needed).

Enables graduate students to enrich Kinesiology 300 or 400 level courses to satisfy graduate level requirements. Prior to enrolling in the course, students must seek instructor permission, provide a description of the course content, and submit a proposal to explain how additional and enriched graduate level assignments will be implemented. Needs to be approved by the faculty advisor, course instructor, dean, and program director. (Offered as needed).

This course introduces economic and social contexts of traditional heritage based and innovative arts through observing visual art and theatre, interactions with arts professionals, creative projects, writing assignments, readings and analysis of local and global art movements. During this class, students will engage in a series of creative, reflective and analytical exercises, gaining deeper understanding for the process of cultural and artistic production and its economic and aesthetic power.

Provides leadership and mentoring opportunities and develops related leadership skills for California Mini-Corps students as they work in the classrooms and in the homes of migrant students in K-12. Must be admitted to the mini-corps program. (Offered as interest warrants). May be repeated for credit.

This course is designed to advance students' tutoring skills in the classroom. It is aimed at helping the tutors to adequately manage small and large groups of students, to learn about the migrant lifestyle, and to build a strong rapport with migrant students and staff. Students must be admitted to the Mini-Corps program prior to enrollment. The class may be repeated for credit. (Credit/No Credit Available)

The course provides leadership and mentoring opportunities and develops related leadership skills for California Mini-Corps students as they work in the classrooms and in the homes of migrant students in K-12. Student must be admitted to the Mini-Corps program. This class may be repeated for credit. (Credit/ No Credit Available)

The course introduces tutors to essential reading, writing, and math instructional strategies aimed at helping students to develop their teaching skills. As students tutoring migrant students, they will be expected to apply these newly acquired strategies in the classroom. Student must be admitted to the Mini-Corps program prior to enrollment. This class may be repeated for credit. (Credit/ No Credit Available)

This course assists Mini-Corp students as they provide formal and informal lessons to migrant students in the classroom. The supervising teacher and coordinator will provide feedback as the student implements lessons, conducts home visitations, and tutors on a consistent basis. Student must be admitted to the Mini-Corps program prior to enrollment. This class may be repeated for credit. (Credit/ No Credit Available)

Introduces the arts and art education in public school and community contexts. Emphasizes investigating art, art criticism, and the aesthetics of various artists across dance, music, theater, and visual arts. Addresses the selection of materials, techniques, tools, art concepts, and strategies appropriate for teaching art to multiple "communities"" of students

Schooling in Modern Society is a topical survey of public education as a socio-cultural institution, with a focus on how local practices shape and are shaped by the broader social, cultural, geographical, political, and economic contexts. Students complete approximately 30 hours of participation in elementary classrooms through service learning activities.

Assessment of Early Field Experience allows students who have extensive elementary school classroom experience to demonstrate having met the outcomes of LS 298S, the early field experience course required by State guidelines for future teachers. Students must complete CSU GE Area D prior to transfer to CSUMB to be eligible for this course.

Special Topics courses study a particular topic in the liberal studies majorfor lower division students. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. (Offered only as interest warrants.)

Introduction to Public Education introduces students to teaching and classroom learning in public education. Topics explored include student and youth issues and schooling, the dynamics of school/parent/community relationships, and the effects of educational policies and practices on culturally and linguistically diverse populations. (May be offered as classroom-based, hybrid or online.)

Introduction to Public Education SL introduces students to teaching and classroom learning in public education. Topics explored include student and youth issues and schooling, the dynamics of school/parent/community relationships, and the effects of educational policies and practices on culturally and linguistically diverse populations. Requires 30 hours of field experience in a classroom with a credentialed multiple subject teacher. (May be classroom-based, hybrid or online.)

Students explore educational theories, perspectives, and concepts as they develop and demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills, as well as critical thinking and research skills. Students also acquire and practice listening and communication skills essential for ethical and socially responsible deliberation, problem solving, and community building in educational contexts. (May be offered as classroom-based, hybrid or online)

An analysis of the key political, legal and sociocultural issues in the K-16 education of Latino students, the largest and fastest growing Àmajority-minorityÀ population in the U.S. The course examines the historical and contemporary ways that Latino students are socially constructed along race, gender, language, and immigration status within the public schools. The Latino K-16 experience is tied to family and community involvement and examines how educational equity is a critical aspiration.

An analysis of the key political, legal and sociocultural issues in the K-16 education of Latino students, the largest and fastest growing majority-minority population in the U.S. The course examines the historical and contemporary ways that Latino students are socially constructed along race, gender, language, and immigration status within the public schools. The Latino K-16 experience is tied to family and community involvement and examines how educational equity is a critical aspiration.

Focus on multicultural concepts of culturally diverse groups. Students examine differing perspectives and experiences of immigrants, including 5 Southeast Asian groups in U.S., including their historical struggles and how power determines social, economic and political stratification associated with race, gender, sexual orientation and abilities. Consideration of how these factors impact equity, access, schools/schooling, and teaching and learning. (May be classroom-based, hybrid or online.)

In Teaching for Social Change, students learn the skills and theories of how to be agents of change, as educational professionals, in their communities. Students gain knowledge in integrating social action into K-8 school curriculum. Students engage in a social justice project relevant to a local issue or community. (May be offered as classroom-based, hybrid or online.)

Innovative Approaches to Schooling expands students' understanding of alternative education models and philosophies (e.g., Montessori, Waldorf, etc.). Students also explore the social environment in classrooms, and current trends and obstacles in teaching and learning. (May be offered as classroom-based, hybrid or online.)

This course introduces students to issues in comparative and international education in the context of a changing and interrelated global society. Topics include historical events and processes that have impacted international education and the views of U.S. educators on issues like national security, development education, globalism, colonialism, and ethno-nationalism. Education in Europe, Latin America, Asia, and Africa are also studied. (May be classroom-based, hybrid or online.)

Students examine equity issues related to the education of diverse students. Topics include the social construction of difference, power, privilege, and discrimination. Course work involves the development of specific knowledge and skills for promoting positive relationships among stakeholders to maximize achievement. Students also critically examine evidence-based strategies for improving the performance of underserved populations. (May be offered as classroom-based, hybrid or online.)

Familiarizes students with diverse and high quality children's literature across socio-cultural groups. Engages students in interpreting, from multiple perspectives, representations and socio-cultural patterns and symbols found across various authors and literary genres. Introduces students to various pedagogical approaches for the teaching of multicultural literature for children and young adults. (May be a classroom-based, hybrid, or online.)

Familiarizes students with diverse, quality children's literature across socio-cultural groups. Engages students in interpreting, representations and socio-cultural patterns and symbols found across various authors and literary genres. Introduces students to various pedagogical approaches for the teaching of multicultural literature in K-8 classrooms. Requires completion of 20 approved service learning hours and community projects. (May be offered as classroom-based, hybrid or online.)

Special Topics courses study a particular topic in the liberal studies major. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. (Offered only as interest warrants.) (Credit/ No Credit Available)

Allows upper-division students to pursue courses on special topics. May involve such activities as readings and reaction papers, term papers, reports on life experiences, and action research. (Offered only as interest warrants.)

Allows upper-division students to complete independent service learning experiences in the major. Students follow LS guidelines and requirements for service learning reflections, portfolio development, and assessment. (Offered only as interest warrants.)

Social Foundations of Multicultural Education: Service Learning examines issues, problems, and solutions to equitable schooling in a pluralistic society. Viewing schools as social institutions that transform the cultural and political dynamics of society. The course focuses on history, politics, and theories of education for culturally and linguistically diverse populations.

Students examine issues, problems, and solutions to equitable schooling in a pluralistic society, while exploring schools as social institutions that transform the cultural and political dynamics of society. The course focuses on history, politics, and theories of education for culturally and linguistically diverse populations. Requires completion of approved service learning hours and community projects (30 hours). (May be offered as a classroom-based, hybrid or online.)

Students engage in focused inquiry into an issue in education. Requires demonstration of ability to synthesize and utilize acquired knowledge and skills, as students articulate an understanding of the issue and advocate an ethical response. Involves intensive research, reading, writing, oral communication, and collaboration, with opportunities for analysis, action, and reflection. Culminating activity is an oral and/or written summation of project. (May be classroom-based, hybrid, or online.)

Lecture/Activity course meets Scientific Boating Safety Association (SBSA) and Motorboat Operator Training Course (MOTC) guidelines. Students are trained in the safe use of 1) CSUMBÀs small trailerable vessels for diving, and marine and fresh water class and research activities, and 2) boat-based environmental sampling techniques. This course is required as part of the certification for boat use by CSUMB students. A course fee may be required. Credit/ No Credit Available.

Introduction to the major physical, chemical, biological, and geological features and processes of the Earth's oceans and atmosphere. Special emphasis is placed on developing an integrated understanding of physical and biological processes and the interactions of people with the marine environment. (Offered fall and spring semesters.)

Culminates in a summatively-assessed research poster presentation session. Advances college-level reading, writing, speaking, listening, evaluating, and decision-making skills while refining writing and speaking skills with a focus on purpose and clarity to meet the needs of diverse audiences. Emphasizes the writing process to develop clear and appropriate texts, visuals, presentations, and a research paper for a poster session. Advances critical listening skills.

MSCI 310 is a lecture and field lab class meeting Scientific Boating Safety Association (SBSA) and Motorboat Operator Training Course (MOTC) guidelines. Students are trained in the safe use of 1) CSUMBÀs small trailerable vessels for diving, and marine and fresh water class and research activities, and 2) boat-based environmental sampling techniques. This course is required as part of the certification for boat use by CSUMB students. A course fee may be required. Credit/ No Credit Available.

The course provides an introduction to the design and analysis of studies conducted in marine systems. Students will acquire training in the use of multiple statistical techniques and appropriate statistical packages that can be used to analyze data from the marine environment.

Marine Science in the Community, a service learning course, introduces students to human and community social justice (and injustice) issues related to local and global ocean interfaces. Thirty hours of direct service with organizations involved in protecting marine environments will be the basis for class discussions on how class, ethnicity, language, economic and educational status relate to ocean health. Besides service, this class will require journaling, readings, and panel discussion.

This course will provide an introduction to the techniques for conducting scientific research underwater using SCUBA, including transects, quadrats, behavioral observations, videography and photography, and many others. In addition to lectures and pool training sessions, there will be a significant number of open water dives. The course will provide the 100 hours of required training for scientific divers as prescribed by the American Academy of Underwater Sciences (AAUS).

Studies a particular topic in Marine Science. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. (Offered only as interest warrants.) (Credit/No Credit Available)

Assists students enrolled in a capstone project course in preparing their final written report, poster, and/or oral presentation for their Senior Capstone Project. Students must enroll concurrently in an approved Capstone Project Course.

Approaches to scientific research on environmental physiology of marine and estuarine organisms, with focus on metabolic processes. Emphasis on scientific writing and communication. Fulfills group capstone requirement. Cross listed with BIO 430. Course fee may be required.

Approaches to scientific research on environmental physiology of marine and estuarine organisms, with focus on metabolic processes. Emphasis on scientific writing and communication. Fulfills group capstone requirement. Cross listed with BIO 430. Course fee may be required.

Project-based course applies advanced technologies for data acquisition, analysis, and display to current marine research initiatives and environmental issues. Hands-on application of sidescan and multibeam sonar, geographic information systems (GIS), quantitative video habitat mapping, computer modeling, remote sensing, image processing, hydrographic mapping, and Global Positioning System (GPS). (There may be a course fee associated with this course)

This is a project-based course requiring previous experience with electronics and microcontroller programming. Students work in groups to evaluate and improve the performance of subsea sensors, ROVs, or other instrumentation used to collect data for applied marine science research. Grading is based primarily on written reports. Course project may be used as a course-based capstone project.

Marine Ecology 445 is a lecture and field-based exploration of marine ecological concepts and theory using the diverse ecosystems of Monterey Bay as a living laboratory. Students witness and learn how organisms interact with one another and their environments, and see how these factors govern the distribution and abundance of species within marine systems. This group project-based course can fulfill the Marine Science major capstone requirement with co-enrollment in MSCI 410.

Course explores the ecology of marine fishes and associated conservation and management efforts. Focuses upon fish distribution and the environmental drivers underlying that distribution in California and other locales. Students complete a semester-long project involving field sampling along the central coast using a suite of tools, including remotely operated vehicles, towed camera sleds, and SCUBA. Course project may be used as a course-based capstone project. (Cross listed with MSCI 555)

This course draws from multiple disciplines to address first hand issues of science and science policy management integration in the marine environment.

Student works with advisor(s) to complete a Marine Science Honors Capstone project, including a written product and some form of presentation (including an oral presentation and/or a poster presentation). The precise structure of the course will vary among advisors. Students must have an approved research project prior to enrolling in this course. Credit/ No Credit Available.

(Formerly titled Applied Remote Sensing for Coastal & Marine Systems) Seafloor Mapping: Applies current hydrographic survey techniques to marine habitat mapping. Utilizes the CSUMB Seafloor Mapping Lab seafloor mapping system and vessel for survey design, data acquisition, analysis, and display. Technologies include sidescan sonar, multibeam bathymetry, hydrographic survey design, ROV, acoustic tracking, motion correction, GIS, GPS and vessel navigation.

Examines the fundamentals of marine ecology, emphasizing experimental design and use of technologies that are appropriately scaled to answer management questions. Lectures emphasize the processes contributing to the structure and organization of marine communities, the role of humans as a major source of disturbance, and the efficacy of current management paradigms. Laboratories emphasize current technologies and analytical approaches used in the study of sub-tidal marine communities. (Credit/No Credit Available)

Explores the ecology of marine fishes and associated conservation and management. Focuses upon fish distribution and the environmental drivers underlying that distribution in California and other locales. Students will complete a semester-long project involving field sampling along the central coast using a suite of tools, including remotely operated vehicles, towed camera sleds, and SCUBA. Students must have completed coursework in marine biology and ecology. (Cross-listed with MSCI 455).

Draws on the tenets of marine conservation biology, and related disciplines, to prepare scientists for engagement in policy formulation and management at a variety of levels. Provides a detailed assessment of the field of marine conservation biology, link ecological processes to threats and solutions, and define the human and legal dimensions of marine conservation. Explores specific conservation scenarios with case studies from the Monterey Bay region and beyond.

Students are introduced to science as a method of studying and understanding human biology from an evolutionary perspective. Examines the foundations of life and evolutionary theory and the principles of genetics, human adaptation, and primate behavior. Explores the fossil record of human biocultural evolution over the last sixty million years. Students will also consider the anthropological understanding of the concept of human "races"" today. (Credit/ No Credit Available)"

This course is a general introduction to the discipline of Anthropology and its distinct sub-fields. Anthropology is the study of the human experience; as such, it explores four major areas with emphasis on social and cultural dimensions. The course explores the central importance that the comparative approach has had in each of the sub-fields.

Introduces students to college-level reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills through an exploration of and student responses to written and visual source materials covering the history of the US from pre-contact Native America to 1920. Further develops reading, writing and oral communication skills through include divergent perspectives. Central themes this course focuses on include race relations, class, ethnicity, and gender relations. (Offered Spring semester.)

Student and faculty member select lower division topics of study and the total number of credit hours. (Credit/ No Credit Available)

Student and faculty member select topic of study and total number of credit hours.

Students develop critical thinking, listening, speaking, reading and writing skills using concepts and current issues in the social sciences and global studies. Through participating in class-based workshops on writing mechanics, reading scholarly and creative works, and writing literature reviews, students develop their reading comprehension and writing skills.

Students acquire knowledge of diverse peoples and politics of the United States in historical and contemporary social contexts through collaborative explorations of the intersections of race/ethnicity, gender, sexuality, class, and environment. They develop the skills to become their own historians, and to effectively use the tools of political action reflecting knowledge of the constitutions and political systems of California and the United States. (Credit/ No Credit Available)

Optional lab for SBS 212, Social and Political Histories of the U.S. Provides opportunities for students to focus in depth on one or more topics or themes covered in SBS 212.

Examines the social and psychological foundations of violence and aggression in the context of cross-cultural perceptions of violence explored by way of a variety of martial arts styles and programs. Reviews the interrelationships obtaining between intellectual, psychological, spiritual, aesthetic, and physical health as it applies to one's life through the philosophy of the martial arts. Provides an interdisciplinary review of the sources of social and interpersonal violence. Formerly known as SBSC 230.

When completed, a passing grade will represent student achievement of the integration of psychological, physiological, and sociological domains across the lifespan as they relate to the safety of self and community. Students learn through lecture and vigorous physical activity about society wide patterns of crime and violence, with information drawn from behavioral science and praxis. (Credit/No Credit Available)

Examines and compares the political experiences, cultural practices, and literary expressions of diverse Latino populations in the U.S. Topics include immigration, citizenship, demographics, work, religion, education, language, gender, and cultural rights. Readings include ethnographies, histories, novels, and films. Students design political projects.

Examines Native American societies and cultures in North America, more precisely, the geographic areas of Mexico, the United States and Canada. Emphasizes the development of Native Americans and their societies over time, their influence on North America and the broader global community, and Native Americans & relationship with US political and social institutions. Gender, identity, and comparative indigenous world views will be central themes. (Credit/ No Credit Available)

Covers basic micro and macroeconomic principles in relation to policies and real-world case studies from gender, ethical, and global perspectives. Students learn key economic concepts that affect their lives, along with the social/cultural contexts of major economic thinkers who coined those economic principles. It presents social scientific methods of inquiry in multiple social science lenses. Students learn feminist, environmental, and Global South perspectives. (Credit/ No Credit Available)

Applies a geographical perspective to the study of environment, culture, human societies, and their interactions. Examines world regions using a thematic approach to population, language, religion, economic development, social customs, urbanization, and resource problems. Focuses on spatial concepts, principles, and contemporary issues. Formerly known as SBSC 252. (Credit/No Credit Available)

Students acquire a basic foundation in social and globalization theories and methods through exploration of current issues. Required entry into the Social and Behavioral Sciences major. (Credit/No Credit Available)

Preparatory to advanced theory and research methods, students engage in hands-on practice to develop introductory skills and techniques for the social sciences. Students become conversant with common research methodology language, research design, and ethical considerations. The course specifically addresses the requirements of the Committee for the Protection of Human Subjects (CPHS). Students begin preparation of a Graduation Portfolio, and complete an Individualized Learning Plan. Successful completion of both lecture and lab is required to earn GE A4 credit. (Credit/ No Credit Available)

California Indian Societies: This course examines California Indian Societies through the lenses of the Social Sciences. Students will be introduced to and discuss various historic and contemporary issues confronting California Native American tribal communities residing within urban and rural areas. Issues this course focus on include regional distinctions, gender roles and relations, inter- and intra-tribal relations, different historical eras and periods, economic systems, political systems, tribal relations with the state and the federal government, laws and policies, repatriation.

Contemporary American Indian Policy: This course examines contemporary American Indian Policy from the Dawes Severalty Act of 1887 to the present day. Policy issues will include Indian-white relations, Self Determination, Termination, Relocation, Federal Recognition, NAGPRA, Indian responses to federal laws, Sovereignty, natural resources and economic development. Attention will be paid to reservation policies, urban issues, cultural resources and maintenance, and inter-tribal relations.

Students gain first- hand knowledge of the main theorists and major schools of social theory over the last 100 years. Offered as interest warrants.

This writing lab provides an essential introduction to technical or scientific writing for archaeologists and other social scientists. Though course content may vary, course objectives center on imparting those basic skills necessary for producing accurate technical descriptions, scientific reports, abstracts and annotations and clear and concise lab and field reports and written documentation.

Examines how globalization, global labor migration, global supply chains, multinational corporations and global civil society organizations have affected working conditions and labor rights around the world from the late 20th to early 21st centuries. Emphasizes social, political and economic effects of globalization and outsourcing on workers in the U.S., Mexico, and Asia Pacific. Explores the abuses, challenges and opportunities for migrant workers. (Credit/No Credit Available)

Examines the development of U.S. society, government institutions, and economic expansion from pre-contact Native America to 1920. Central themes focused on are race relations, political systems, social interactions, class, gender, and divergent points of view. Examines U.S. history through multiple disciplines and multi-cultural perspectives. (Credit/No Credit Available)

A practicum-based approach to those essential photographic skills and methods necessary for documenting objects, specimens, and human subjects from within a social sciences framework. Provides archaeology and other social sciences students with the necessary skills for producing effective images in film, print, and digital media. Specific methods addressed include studio and museum lighting, copy-work, and digital image manipulation for historic photo restoration and artifact reconstruction. (Credit/ No Credit Available)

The global economy is a very complex system linking countries and regions through the trade and flow of goods, services, and information. Geographers are interested in how globalization affects the spatial arrangement of economic activities; how this arrangement affects local and national economies; and how local and national economies contribute to the form and function of the global economy.

Covers fundamentals of the current technology necessary for success in both academia and industry. Students attain competency in the use of software and electronic communication tools to analyze and manipulate data, and present research findings. Emphasizes using multimedia technologies in the context of the social and behavioral sciences, including Web page development and design, photographic image manipulation, and web-based portfolios. Formerly known as SBSC 318. (Credit/No Credit Available)

Explores the art and architecture of the Spanish missions of California and the US Southwest from 1542 to 1848. Draws on firsthand accounts, primary documents, historic site visits to area missions, presidios, and adobes, and oral histories to explore indigenous and Hispanic communities of California and the Southwest. Emphasis on the art and architecture of the missions. Considers consequences of secularization and decline of the California missions the reduction of indigenous populations.

Ancient peoples and places of the American Southwest frame this exploration of the archaeologists and explorers who trekked the landscapes of Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado, and Utah for archaeology and science. Ancestral Pueblo peoples of the American Southwest and their cultural legacies are central to this exploration of ancient towns. This survey of the archaeology of the American Southwest spans Paleo-Indian origins and sedentary agricultural villages, chiefdoms, and state-level societies. (Credit/ No Credit Available)

A lab or practicum devoted to experimental archaeology projects ranging from modern material culture or garbology studies through to the reduction and manufacture of lithics and stone tools. Required lab course for SBS 324S. (Credit/ No Credit Available)

Introduces methods, principles, and practices of lab and field archaeology, stressing strategy, interpretation, description, information management, archaeological technologies, and scientific inquiry. Lab and service learning options include museum exhibitions, multimedia development, on-site field excavations, analysis of artifacts from area missions, historic ceramics and lithics analysis, or "garbology"". Required lab co-requisite: SBS 324L: Experimental Archaeology. (Credit/ No Credit Available)"

The Aztec, or Aztlaneca Mexica, took to capturing and collecting the art and culture of all those domains that they conquered and subjugated. As a result, Aztec art, thought, and culture reflect an eclectic mixture of the many peoples and cultures of the empire. Explores the origins, art, language, and culture of a Mesoamerican civilization that was unique for its emphasis on human heart excision, but exclusively Mesoamerican in its art, architecture, and ideology. Formerly known as SBSC 325.

Emphasizes in-depth theory-based analyses of topics and themes shared across the social sciences, but within special theoretical frameworks and paradigms of two disciplines. Specific disciplinary frameworks vary based on the disciplines of faculty teaching the course. (Credit/ No Credit Available)

An overview of health issues, and different theoretical perspectives of the biological, behavioral, and social factors that influence health and health management. Health psychologists focus on prevention of illness and promote wellness through research and clinical interventions designed to foster good health and to reduce the risk of disease. Health psychology emphasizes the biopsychosocial model for prevention.

Examines the social and psychological foundations of violence and aggression in the context of cross-cultural perceptions of violence explored by way of a variety of martial arts styles and programs. Reviews the interrelationships obtaining between intellectual, psychological, spiritual, aesthetic, and physical health as it applies to one's life through the philosophy of the martial arts. Provides an interdisciplinary review of the sources of social and interpersonal violence. Formerly known as SBSC 330.

This is a self-defense course that teaches physiological, and sociological domains across the lifespan as they relate to the safety of self and community. Students learn through lecture and vigorous physical activity about society wide patterns of crime and violence and methods of defense. The course is useful for juniors and seniors preparing for careers in law enforcement, public safety, social work, or counseling professions where victims of violence are common.

Explores the origins and consequences of the Paleolithic through Neolithic periods of human cultural development that underlie the rise of civilization and the origins of the modern state. The domestication of plants and animals, early village life, the development of metallurgy and the arts, the origins of writing and the earliest dynastic traditions, and the rise of urbanism and the state serve as the primary cultural backdrop. Formerly known as SBSC 332.

This course combines cold case studies from archaeology, forensics, and biological anthropology in the analysis of the signs for blunt force trauma, strangulation, projectile wounds, dismemberment, disease, conflict-related violence, cannibalism, and mass murder. Peri-mortem and post-mortem indications from hard and soft anatomy underpin our examination of the coldest cases. The Forensic Anthro Lab is a practicum to SBS 333, and is a hands-on approach to the study of human skeletal anatomy.

The Forensic Anthropology Lab provides students with a hands-on approach to the study of human skeletal anatomy and forensic methods and approaches. While each lab will focus on hard or skeletal anatomy, both perimortem and post-mortem indications from both hard and soft anatomy will guide our examination of the coldest cases on record.

Reviews contemporary scholarship on anthropological research and praxis. Students actively participate in the discussion of assigned readings, and in the review and edition of a peer-reviewed online journal Culture, Society and Praxis. Students collaborate in the organization of at least one event (praxis) during the semester at the campus level. Meets Major Learning Outcomes 1 and 3 and is a required course for the Anthropology Concentration. Recommended for upper level division students. (Offered Spring and Fall).

Provides in-depth understanding of cultural anthropology. Introduces students to contemporary issues being discussed in cultural anthropology and subdisciplines such as economic, political, and social anthropology. Reviews selected perspectives such as structuralism and symbolic, interpretive, developmental, Marxist, feminist, transnational, and visual anthropology. Explores the concept and changing meaning of "culture"" as the central paradigm in anthropological analysis. Formerly known as SBSC 336."

Examines various psychologies and sociologies, and identifies theoretical and methodological similarities between them. From a psychological paradigm, derives shared meanings about the interpretation of the Self. And, from a sociological paradigm reaches an understanding of the role of Self in society, as well as the role society has on shaping the Self. Students experience a set of tasks that allow them to discover the "role of the other."" Offered both in-class and online. Formerly known as SBSC 338."