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This course considers the ways in which race, class, gender, and sexuality (as well as nationality and disability) intersect in people's lives and the ways in which these interlocking vectors of inequality shape social and cultural systems and structures in American culture and society. The theory and framework of intersectionality, in and beyond the humanities and social sciences, grounds the course's exploration as we consider the roots of intersectionality as well as the ways in which oppression and privilege operate in a variety of spheres like education, healthcare, the criminal justice system, and popular culture. Credits: 3. Prerequisites:: WGS 101W, or AME 201W, or permission of instructor.

An introductory course exploring basic accounting concepts, processes and financial statements, as well as a survey of accounting specializations including but not limited to financial, managerial, taxation, non-profit, governmental, auditing, forensics, fraud and information systems. 3 CR Prerequisite: MAT 030 or permission of instructor.

A capstone course designed to integrate the course work in the business administration associate's degree management option. Special emphasis will be placed on small business management principles. Students will research and write a business plan tailored to their interests. This course qualifies as a small business elective. Prerequisite: BUA 211 and BUA 223

(This course is cross listed with POS 365.) An analysis of the interaction between individual and work group behavior leadership styles and organizational cultures. Applications of behavioral sciences are made in areas of motivation and influence, structure of work, leader group relations and organizational design and change. Emphasis is on application of theory in case studies and simulations. Prerequisite: BUA 223

Concerned with verbal and nonverbal communication that takes place among individuals during interpersonal interaction. Typical areas of concern are perceiving others, presenting one's self, conversation and barriers to communication. Activities may include games, exercises and role playing

(This course is cross listed with COM106.) An introductory course in the techniques of selecting, preparing and delivering written materials in oral presentation to an audience. A brief review of the oral tradition in literature is also included.

ENG 101 builds upon already acquired high-school level writing skills to prepare you for the more advanced writing that you will do in your college career and beyond. It gives you extensive practice in the writing process, with emphasis on crafting texts appropriate to academic contexts. Prerequisite: Grade of C or better in ENG 100 or appropriate scores on the UMA Placement Test. 3 Credits

A survey of representative British poetry, prose, fiction, and drama from the 19th century to the present. Prerequisite: ENG 102W or permission of the instructor.

Covers gathering, organizing, and presenting technical information using standard business and professional formats, such as business correspondence, informal and formal reports, instructions, and others. Communication technology typical of the contemporary workplace is used. Prerequisite: ENG 101

This workshop-based course focuses on students short stories and poems. Workshops consist of in-class analysis and critique. Revision techniques will be emphasized. Final portfolio required. Prerequisite: ENG 102w

Continuation of FRE 101. Emphasis on development of listening comprehension, speaking, reading and writing skills. Prerequisite: FRE 101 or minimum of 70% on placement testing.

Continuation of FRE203. An intermediate course for further development of speaking fluency, listening comprehension, and reading and writing skills. Includes a review of grammatical structures, literary and cultural readings, and discussions in French. Prerequisite:FRE 203 OR 3 years of high school French OR permission of instructor

This course explores a variety of films in French set in of Francophone countries or regions, such as Europe (France), North America (Quebec) and Africa (Algeria, Senegal). We will seek to better understand the political, socio-economic, religious, and gendered dynamics in each film. No previous experience with the French language, WGS Studies, or cinema is expected. This course is taught in English and all films have subtitles in English. Prerequisite: ENG 101 or POI. 3 credits Cross listed with WGS HUM and DRA 309

A global survey of the interacting roles of gender, nation, race, and class in the modern age of capitalism, imperialism, and world war. Voices of individual lives are used to compare cultures and civilizations. Prerequisite: ENG 101

This course explores a variety of films in French set in of Francophone countries or regions, such as Europe (France), North America (Quebec) and Africa (Algeria, Senegal). We will seek to better understand the political, socio-economic, religious, and gendered dynamics in each film. No previous experience with the French language, WGS Studies, or cinema is expected. This course is taught in English and all films have subtitles in English. Prerequisite: ENG 101 or POI. 3 credits

This introductory course in social services is designed with an overview of the substance use disorders. The course will explore the substance us disorder continuum of prevention, intervention, treatment, and recovery. Areas of focus include use of drugs historically, routes of drug administration, absorption, craving, intoxication, abuse, tolerance, dependence, and withdrawal. The course is designed to include classifications of substance consistent with the DSM and looks at the holistic impact of substance us disorder on individuals, families, and communities. The course will include the treatment and support of people with co-occurring conditions, primarily the co-occurrence of addiction and psychiatric disability. 3 credits.

Learn to understand and apply interviewing strategies in the helping relationship to assist others in gaining a healthier life. Students will have the opportunities to develop basic interviewing skills such as attending and responding. In addition, students will gain insight into their own values, reaction patterns, and interpersonal style as one enters the helping relationship. Prerequisite: PSY 100. 3 credits

Focusing on the essence of supervision in the context of social/human service organizations and practice, this course will explore a range of models of supervision as well as the roles, tasks, functions and processes of supervision, including issues of liability, stress and burnout. Prerequisite: HUS 212, and HUS 330 or HUS 305.

An introduction to mathematics designed to provide students with essential quantitative tools and concepts necessary for further studies in liberal arts and disciplines. Topics include critical thinking skills and real life algebra, word problems, graphs, probability, statistics, and techniques of data collection and analysis. Prerequisite: A grade of C, not C- or higher in MAT 021 or MAT 030, and REA 8, or appropriate scores on the UMA Placement Test.

A survey of the algebra needed for the study of advanced mathematics and related areas. Some of the topics included are the real number system, algebraic operations, linear and quadratic equations, graphing of equations and inequalities, functions and relations, exponential and logarithmic functions, systems of equations, matrices and determinants, sequences and series, basic concepts of trigonometry and complex numbers. Prerequisite: MAT 111 with a minimum grade of 'C', not C- or higher, or appropriate scores on UMA Placement Test.

Topics include a review of fundamentals, real numbers, algebraic expressions, first degree equations in one variable, polynomials, factoring, rational expressions, graphing, square roots, quadratic equations, and exponents. Problem solving and informal geometry will be integrated throughout the course. Credits for this course do not fulfill degree requirements. Prerequisite: A grade of C, not C- or higher in MAT 9, MAT 20, or an appropriate score on the math and reading versions of the UMA placement test.

Critical examination of philosophical writings on traditional philosophical problems, such as the existence of God, freedom and determinism, the mind-body problem, the nature of knowledge and the meaning of life. Prerequisite: ENG101

This is a basic course in the psychology sequence. Topics covered in this course include background and methods, learning theories, brain and nervous system, personality, perception, intelligence, motivation, emotions, thinking and problem solving, human development, abnormal behavior and social interaction.

The study of religion examines how humans make meaning and orient themselves in the world. Religious expression takes multiple forms, and this class will focus on a sampling of organized traditions that have a global presence. We examine the historical contexts out of which some of these traditions emerged, foundational myths and rituals, influence upon local and global cultures, and contemporary impacts. 3 credits. Prerequisite: Eng 101 or equivalent or permission of instructor

This course considers the ways in which race, class, gender, and sexuality (as well as nationality and disability) intersect in people's lives and the ways in which these interlocking vectors of inequality shape social and cultural systems and structures in American culture and society. The theory and framework of intersectionality, in and beyond the humanities and social sciences, grounds the course's exploration as we consider the roots of intersectionality as well as the ways in which oppression and privilege operate in a variety of spheres like education, healthcare, the criminal justice system, and popular culture. Credits: 3 Prerequisite:: WGS 101W, or AME 201W, or permission of instructor.

This course considers the ways in which race, class, gender, and sexuality (as well as nationality and disability) intersect in people's lives and the ways in which these interlocking vectors of inequality shape social and cultural systems and structures in American culture and society. The theory and framework of intersectionality, in and beyond the humanities and social sciences, grounds the course's exploration as we consider the roots of intersectionality as well as the ways in which oppression and privilege operate in a variety of spheres like education, healthcare, the criminal justice system, and popular culture. Credits: 3. Prerequisite: WGS 101W, or AME 201W, or permission of instructor.

(This course is cross listed with ENG350W). This course aims to explore the different paths that women's writing has taken. Study will include authors from a range of historical periods and regions. Genres that may be examined include the novel, poetry, and drama, as well as less-traditional forms of writing such as diaries and letters. Prerequisite: ENG102W.