This course will explore the inextricable link between community and communication by examining the social structure of communities and the media residing within them. Particular emphasis will be placed on the availability of information to citizens and in turn how this information environment facilitates/thwarts social interaction.
A sociological study of the inter-relationship between human societies and the natural environment. Topics may include population growth; food systems; energy; climate change; risk perception; disasters; sustainability; social movements; and environmental justice.
A sociological study of the inter-relationship between human societies and the natural environment. Topics may include population growth; food systems; energy; climate change; risk perception; disasters; sustainability; social movements; and environmental justice.
Supervised experience in businesses, agencies, or government. Required of all Community and Leadership Development majors. May include observation, participation, experience, field trips, inspection of programs, and professional organizations.
Learning in Society is designed to assist students in identifying and evaluating human learning and development within various social contexts. This course focuses on the impact social interactions have on human cognition, emotion and identity. Theoretical foundations for this course include social learning, social integration, multiple intelligences, emotional intelligence, systems psychology, and identity development.
A sociological study of how globalization processes affect development in various countries and world regions. Topics shall include development theory; comparative development processes and outcomes; and development policy options.
Directed independent study of a selected problem in the field of community communications and leadership development. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 credits.
Directed independent study of a selected problem in the field of community communications and leadership development. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 credits.
Directed independent study of a selected problem in the field of community communications and leadership development. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 credits.
Directed independent study of a selected problem in the field of community communications and leadership development. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 credits.
