A one-semester course dedicated to the research, development, and creation of a "Docu-Drama" or Documentary Play based on a local, regional, or national historic event, era, or site.

Beginning with the 1866 production of The Black Crook, the American Musical has appealed to audiences of every type. This course examines the history and development of the musical and analyzes the various types and styles of musical productions, including musicals that have been made into films. Particular attention is paid to investigating the musical as a manifestation of social, political, cultural values and norms.

Special topical or experimental courses in Veterinary Science for graduate and advanced undergraduate students. Special subtitle required and must be approved by the chair of Veterinary Science. Students may not repeat under the same subtitle. Prereq: Determined by instructor.

This course is designed to trace the evolution of the documentary film. Although the emphasis will be on the development of the American documentary, students will also be looking into contributions from across the world.

Special topics exploring rhetoric and popular culture, with a focus on the everyday persuasion and influence generated through films, music, television, social media, and other forms of public discourse. Repeatable up to 6 hours.

Principles of Toxicology is a course for students in the biological and health sciences and others interested in understanding the major principles of toxicology and the consequences of toxins on human health and the environment. The course describes how different organs in the body respond to and biochemically metabolize toxins, the wide range of toxic agents present in the environment from pesticides to radiation, how the genome is effected by exposures, and special problems in toxicology that effect the world.

This course will examine legal principles relevant to postsecondary institutions. An emphasis will be on legal cases, statues, and principles within the context of higher education, both private and public. Topics include: legal governance, academic freedom, faculty and student rights, affirmative action, as well as other relevant issues.

This course is designed to provide a basic structure for first- or second-year undergraduate students to discover career options based on interests and skills. Students will use self-exploration tools, speak with professionals in various industries, develop a resume, conduct informational interviews and produce a personal career action plan. Knowledge gained in this course will provide the structure to modify the plan as the student's interests may change over time.

This course will develop and understanding of: safety and health; cost and human impact; hazard and risk analysis; psychological facts of organizational culture and climate; design safe work procedures for the execution of particular types of work; and individual versus management level improvement in safety and health procedures in the construction process.

Throughout history, visual arts from the African continent (architecture, sculpture, painting, body arts, textiles, photography and performance) have inspired artists from around the world. This course examines a selection of specific African art works that have shaped European and American cultural histories, and created a global modernity. The earliest examples include ancient rock art, and the most recent are comprised of installations and digital works made by African artists working abroad.