Citizenship and Social Problems
This thread considers the complex needs and demands of different societies. Students will evaluate the effectiveness of policies at remedying social problems, and to see the connections between policies that prioritize multicultural inclusion and the existence of a healthy civil society. Some courses will connect past policies and practices to the ongoing effects of racism, homophobia, misogyny, classism, and/or other inequalities in contemporary society.
Thread Outcomes:
- Students will be able to analyze the complex needs and demands of disparate societies. (UG 02)
- Students will engage in integrative learning across the curriculum and co-curriculum, making simple connections among ideas and experiences to synthesizing and transferring learning to new, complex situations within and beyond the campus. (UG 05)
- Students will engage in applied learning across the curriculum and co-curriculum, making simple connections among ideas and experiences to synthesizing and transferring learning to new, complex situations within and beyond the campus. (UG 02)
CURRICULUM GUIDE
- Select 12 credits including six credits at 300-level or above
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Select four of the following: | 12 | |
| Arabic Language and Culture I | ||
| Arabic Language and Culture II | ||
| Arabic Language and Culture III | ||
| Topics in Arabic Culture | ||
ART 105-114 | Basic Studio | |
ART 205-214 | Basic Studio | |
| Social and Ethical Issues in Genetics | ||
| Human Development and Education | ||
| Mental Health in America | ||
| Introduction to Forensic Science | ||
| Small Group Communication | ||
| Collaborative Information Technology and Society | ||
| Introduction to Criminology & Criminal Justice Systems | ||
| Victimology | ||
| Criminal Justice and the Multicultural Community | ||
| Transnational Crime & Justice | ||
| Crime, Justice and Society | ||
| Juvenile Delinquency | ||
| Women & the Criminal Justice System | ||
| Crime & Media | ||
| Cybersecurity in the Era of Evolving Technology | ||
| Dance in the Political World | ||
| Economics of Social Issues | ||
| Principles of Macroeconomics | ||
| Principles of Microeconomics | ||
| Environmental Geology | ||
| Women in Science | ||
| African-American Literature | ||
| Literature of the Women's Movement | ||
| European Film | ||
| Asian Film | ||
| Literature of the Environment | ||
| French Language and Culture I | ||
| French Language and Culture II | ||
| French Language and Culture III | ||
| Topics in French and Francophone Culture | ||
| Women and Aging | ||
| Introduction to Environmental Problems | ||
| Conservation | ||
| Environmental Justice | ||
| Earth's Changing Climate | ||
| Applications in Sustainability | ||
| Introduction to Gender Studies | ||
| US Healthcare Systems | ||
| Ancient World to the Age of Global Encounters | ||
| Early Modern to Contemporary World | ||
| Colonial US to the Civil War Era | ||
| US Civil War Era to Present | ||
| U.S. Manhood and Masculinities | ||
| Gender and Sexuality in European Society | ||
| African American History to 1876 | ||
| African American History Since 1876 | ||
| The Long Civil Rights Movement | ||
| Rise of Imperial Britain | ||
| American Popular Culture, 1865 to the Present | ||
| French Revolution and Napoleon | ||
| American Constitutional History and Law | ||
| Personal Health | ||
| Contemporary Social Problems | ||
| Race and Ethnic Diversity in the USA | ||
| Principles of Sociology | ||
| Deviant Behavior | ||
| Social Inequality | ||
| Sociology of Aging | ||
| Japanese Language and Culture I | ||
| Japanese Language and Culture II | ||
| Japanese Language and Culture III | ||
| Topics in Japanese Culture | ||
| Leadership Theory | ||
| Mindfulness and Brain | ||
| Multicultural Leadership | ||
| Self Leadership | ||
| Issues in Global Business | ||
MUSI 1XX/2XX | Music Ensembles 1 | |
| Civic Engagement and Community Decision-Making | ||
| Empowered to Serve | ||
| Introduction to Nonprofit Management | ||
| Financial Best Practices for Decision Makers | ||
| Social and Ethical Issues in Philanthropy and Fundraising | ||
| Wellness through Movement | ||
| Introduction to Philosophy | ||
| Ethics | ||
| World Religions | ||
| Environmental Ethics | ||
| Social and Political Philosophy | ||
| Philosophy of Law and Justice | ||
| Philosophy of Religion | ||
| Modern Western Philosophy | ||
| Existentialism and Phenomenology | ||
| American National Government | ||
| International Relations | ||
| Foundations of Political Science | ||
| Introduction to Political Theory | ||
| Foreign Policy | ||
| Law and Courts | ||
| Introduction to Public Policy | ||
| Seminar in Democracy | ||
| Campaigns & Elections | ||
| Model United Nations | ||
| Public Opinion and Political Attitudes | ||
| The Political Film | ||
| Transnational Terrorism | ||
| Politics of Race | ||
| Civil Liberties and Civil Rights | ||
| Using Evidence to Solve Public Problems | ||
| Introduction to Psychology | ||
| Psychology of Criminal Behavior | ||
| Disability, Community Inclusion, and Diversity | ||
| Human Diversity | ||
| Social Justice and Equality | ||
| Crisis Intervention | ||
| Spanish Language & Culture I | ||
| Spanish Language & Culture II | ||
| Spanish Language & Culture III | ||
| Spanish for Educators | ||
| Spanish for Health Professionals | ||
| Topics in Hispanic Culture | ||
| Elementary Statistics I | ||
| Total Hours | 12 | |
- 1
Select one ensemble: MUSI 109, MUSI 113, MUSI 114, MUSI 115, MUSI 116, MUSI 117, MUSI 118, MUSI 119, MUSI 120, MUSI 121, MUSI 122, MUSI 123, MUSI 124, MUSI 125, MUSI 126, MUSI 192, MUSI 193, MUSI 194, MUSI 196, MUSI 209, MUSI 213, MUSI 214, MUSI 215, MUSI 216, MUSI 217, MUSI 218, MUSI 219, MUSI 220, MUSI 221, MUSI 222, MUSI 223, MUSI 224, MUSI 225, MUSI 226, MUSI 233, MUSI 237, MUSI 292, MUSI 293, MUSI 294, MUSI 296
- 2
Select one from: ART 105, ART 106, ART 107, ART 108, ART 109, ART 110, ART 111, ART 112, ART 113, ART 114
- 3
Select one from:
ART 205, ART 206, ART 207, ART 208, ART 209, ART 210, ART 211, ART 212, ART 213, ART 214
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Some courses may require pre-requisites. Please see course descriptions to determine if there are any pre-requisites for that specific course.
Important Curriculum Guide Notes
This Curriculum Guide is provided to help SRU students and prospective students better understand their intended major curriculum. Enrolled SRU students should note that the My Rock Audit may place already-earned and/or in progress courses in different, yet valid, curriculum categories. Enrolled SRU students should use the My Rock Audit Report and materials and information provided by their faculty advisers to ensure accurate progress towards degree completion. The information on this guide is current as of the date listed. Students are responsible for curriculum requirements at the time of enrollment at the University.
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Citizenship and Social Problems Thematic Thread (CISP)
Revised 10.10.2023
UCC: 10.03.2023