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SOCI 337 - Health, Illness, and Healing in Social Context (4)
Exploration of how society and culture influence perceptions that certain conditions/ behaviors are indicators of health or illness. Questions include: Where do people seek help and how is it delivered/received? How widespread is illness and disease in society? Do factors such as gender, race, etc., impact which people get sick and what happens to them? What purpose does health care serve for the society at large? How does the United States health care system compare to those found in other societies?
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SOCI 339 - Sociology of Mental Disorder (4)
Study of the relationship between mental disorder and society. Issues addressed include the impact of the sociocultural context on the definition of mental disorder, and the distribution of mental disorder among persons based on gender, age, race, social class, and rural or urban residence. Analysis of effects of different forms of social organization and policy on the experiences of those identified as mentally disordered. Examination of the consequences of law and treatment services on social regulation for the mentally disordered.
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SOCI 343 - Criminology (4)
Introduction to the various theoretical approaches that guide the study of crime and its implications. Examination of problems related to the definition of crime, the extent or distribution of crime in society, as well as the impact of criminal activity on society. Review of the criminal justice system, the social processes that occur within it and the outcomes of this system for individuals and the community.
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SOCI 345 - Juvenile Delinquency (4)
Examination of juvenile delinquency using the sociological perspective. Critical questions include: What is juvenile delinquency? What is the distribution of juvenile delinquency in society? In which groups are youth more likely to be delinquent? Are there particular characteristics of society which influence patterns of juvenile delinquency? What research methods are used to study delinquency? How is society responding with regard to prevention and treatment of delinquency among youth?
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SOCI 347 - Independent Study (2 or 4)
Independent studies course that must comply with the following procedures: 1) Student is responsible for identifying an appropriate topic for investigation. 2) Student must determine if a faculty member can or will be able to undertake the project. This must be done at least one semester prior to the semester during which the work is to be completed. 3) Criteria for fulfilling the requirements for credit must be established between the student and the directing faculty member. 4) Agreement must be on file with the faculty member and the department. Students taking this course must have junior standing and have completed at least eight credits of sociology. Prereq: SOCI 100 or permission of the department director.
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SOCI 348 - Sociology of Family (4)
Study of how sociological theory and research applies to an understanding of the family in the social context including family as a social group, family as an institution within society, and family in global perspective across different societies. Critical questions include: What are the constraints of society on the family? What purpose does the family serve in the larger society? What roles do people play in the family? Who and what determines the assignment of those roles? What part does intimacy and sexuality play in family life? How do persons become involved in conflict and violence in families? What are the similarities and differences in family globally?
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SOCI 349 - Sociology of Children and Youth (4)
Exploration of the social construction of childhood over time and space, presenting a view of childhood distinct from popular notions. This course covers the full period of childhood, including adolescence. Concepts covered include social forces involved in shaping childhood in North America; how society has changed its definition of childhood over the years; how children negotiate their social roles with each other and with adults; and how children create their own culture distinct from adult culture. Social problems that children experience are focal points for research in the course.
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SOCI 360 - Urban Geography: The North American City (4)
Geographic perspective of the past, present, and future of the American city. Topics include the historic roots of cities, development of the U.S. urban system, transportation, and the shaping of cities; social, political, and economic dynamics of urban areas; urban growth, decline, and revitalization; suburbanization; and challenges facing cities in the 21st century. Cross-listed with GEOG 360 and POLS 360 .
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SOCI 361 - Bridging London (4)
Field-based exploration of the geography of London and its environs. Students investigate historical development, commerce, naval power, imperialism, colonialism, scientific achievement, industrial revolution, financial systems, economic frameworks, transportation, governance, urban design, community, culture, society, ethnicity, international significance, and the intersection between globalization and urbanization. Cross-listed with CLAS 361 , GEOG 361 , HIST 361 , JMC 361 , POLS 361 .
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SOCI 370 - Suburban Nation (4)
Addresses the fundamental questions: How did the United State become such a suburban nation? How has this pervasive suburban landscape changed over time, both in design and meaning? Using a variety of sources (film, fiction, and historical essays), the course considers the evolution of the suburban landscape from the colonial to the contemporary era. Cross-listed with GEOG 370 and HIST 370 . Offered: On rotation.
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SOCI 373 - Women and Religion (4)
Examination of images and roles of women in Christianity and other major world religions. It includes the examination of religious ideology and its role in shaping social life, the many ways in which women exercise authority in religious traditions, the ways in which women have been innovative in those traditions, and the ways in which women have reinterpreted and re-appropriated patriarchal texts and structures. Cross-listed with BREL 366 . Prereq: UCCP 102 .
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SOCI 399 - London Study Topics (4)
Special courses designed for and offered at the Daniel House London Study Centre. Topics vary, but course is not repeatable.
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SOCI 401 - The Individual in Society (4)
Introduction to social psychology from a sociological perspective, examining the relationship between the person and society. Questions include: What impact does society have on the formation of identity and the view we have of ourselves? How do we, as a society, create a perspective of the world around us and use this perspective to regulate each other? What processes regulate the way we establish organizations such as family or work groups and interact within these social groups? Cross-listed with COMS 401.
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SOCI 403 - Social Class and Inequality (4)
Examination of the various ways societies have organized the production and distribution of resources, and the results for social inequality. Concepts covered include the different ways we currently structure, define, and produce class in American society; assessment of the importance of socioeconomic class in society, and its consequences for social cohesion and optimal social functioning; and assessment of how class inequality interacts with other socially stratified systems such as race/ethnicity and sex/gender.
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SOCI 404 - Sociology of Poverty (4)
Examination of the nature and extent of poverty in the U.S. Reviews topics such as views of poverty, theories of poverty, poverty measurement, characteristics of poverty population, causes of poverty, and government policies that address poverty. Also discussed are aspects of global poverty.
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SOCI 405 - Sociology of Deviance (4)
Examination of deviance using the major sociological theories, focusing on the incidence and distribution of deviance in society and explaining it from a sociological point of view.
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SOCI 407 - Sociology Internship (4)
Internship in which students can receive credit for community-based experience in agencies or organizations that deal with issues such as juvenile services, probation, literacy, the elderly, children’s health care, etc. Through contact with department faculty and preparation of a written assessment, students develop and utilize a sociologically-based understanding of their experience. Prereq: Junior standing and 12 credits of sociology coursework. Prereq/Co-req: SOCI 100 .
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SOCI 409 - Special Topics in Sociology (2 or 4)
Classroom-based course in lecture and/or discussion format. Topics vary. May be repeated for a maximum of 8 credits, if topics are different.
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SOCI 427 - Sociology and Environment (4)
Socio-historical examination of the relationship between the social and the natural environments. Focus on the modern global environment with its challenges for risk management and with its tension between needs for development and sustainability of environmental resources. Disasters (technological and natural) will be compared as social products with sociological consequences. Finally, sociological outcomes will be evaluated using social-environmental justice issues related to class, race, and gender.
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SOCI 430 - Senior Seminar (4)
Capstone course in sociology. Students participate in reading and discussion of assignments from primary source materials in theory and/or develop and carry out a research project. Prereqs: SOCI 100 , senior standing, and 20 credits of sociology coursework.
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SPAN 101 - Elementary Spanish I (4)
Introduction to Spanish language and culture, aimed at developing basic proficiency in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing Spanish. Three class meetings and two audiovisual and computer laboratory sessions weekly provide students with novice-level proficiency in preparation for the intermediate-level sequence. Offered: Fall, Spring, and Summer (on campus and abroad).
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SPAN 102 - Elementary Spanish II (4)
Introduction to Spanish language and culture, aimed at developing basic proficiency in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing Spanish. Three class meetings and two audiovisual and computer laboratory sessions weekly provide students with novice-level proficiency in preparation for the intermediate-level sequence. Prereq: Successful completion of SPAN 101 , satisfactory score on placement exam, or permission of the program director. Offered: Fall, Spring, and Summer (on campus and abroad).
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SPAN 103 - Accelerated Elementary Spanish (4)
An accelerated introduction to Spanish language and culture, aimed at developing basic proficiency in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing Spanish in one semester. Three class meetings and two audiovisual and computer laboratory sessions weekly provide students with novice-level proficiency in preparation for the intermediate-level sequence. Offered: Fall and Spring.
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SPAN 201 - Intermediate Spanish I (4)
Continued emphasis on enhancing proficiency in understanding, speaking, reading, writing, and cultural understanding. Two weekly class meetings, plus one conversation laboratory and one online laboratory per week, provide a setting for intermediate-level mastery. Prereq: Successful completion of SPAN 102 or satisfactory score on placement exam. Offered: Fall, Spring, and Summer (locally and abroad).
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SPAN 202 - Intermediate Spanish II (4)
Continued emphasis on enhancing proficiency in understanding, speaking, reading, writing, and cultural understanding. Two weekly class meetings, plus one conversation laboratory and one online laboratory per week, provide a setting for intermediate-level mastery. Completion of the 201-202 sequence fulfills the general education language requirement. Prereq: Successful completion of SPAN 201 . Offered: Fall, Spring, and Summer (locally and abroad).
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SPAN 203 - Accelerated Intermediate Spanish (4)
Accelerated, intermediate course that compresses essential elements of SPAN 201 and SPAN 202 into one semester. Designed to develop cross-cultural understanding and proficiency in speaking, reading, writing, and understanding, it includes three class meetings and one conversation laboratory each week. Successful completion of this sequence fulfills the general education language requirement. Prereq: Grade of A in SPAN 102 , with recommendation from SPAN 102 instructor, or the required score on the placement exam.
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SPAN 301 - Conversation/Composition/Grammar (4)
Intensive practice of oral and written language skills and comprehensive review of advanced-level grammatical structures. Includes free and multi-draft composition and stresses effective self-expression. Prereq: Successful completion of SPAN 202 , SPAN 203 , or the equivalent.
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SPAN 302 - Conversation/Composition/Reading (4)
Intensive practice of oral and written language skills and development of advanced-level reading proficiency. Includes free and multi-draft composition and stresses Spanish cultural and literary traditions. Prereq: Successful completion of SPAN 202 , SPAN 203 , or the equivalent.
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SPAN 310 - Advanced Proficiency Enhancement (1)
Mentored review and reinforcement of listening, speaking, reading, and/or writing skills, grammar structures, or career-oriented language context, as determined by individual student needs. Prereqs: Successful completion of SPAN 301 , SPAN 302 , or equivalent prior experience, and permission of the program director.
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SPAN 311 - Directed-Teaching Experience I (1)
Guided practicum in language teaching to develop the individual’s linguistic, instructional, and leadership skills. Prereqs: SPAN 202 , SPAN 203 , or the equivalent, and permission of the program director.
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SPAN 315 - Spanish Culture (4)
Overview of the major historical, social, political, and cultural aspects of Spain’s culture from its beginning to the present day. Spanish is actively used in presentations, interactive class discussion, and writing assignments. One civilization course is required of all majors. Prereq: Successful completion of one four-credit 300-level Spanish course.
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SPAN 316 - Latin American Culture I (4)
Overview of the major historical, social, political, and cultural aspects of Latin America’s culture from its beginning to the 20th century. Spanish is actively used in presentations, interactive class discussion, and writing assignments. One civilization course is required of all majors. Prereq: Successful completion of one four-credit 300-level Spanish course.
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SPAN 317 - Latin American Culture II (4)
Overview in Spanish of the major current cultural issues in Latin American society in the 20th and 21st centuries, as well as an in-depth study of Latinos living in the U.S. Spanish is used in presentations and interactive class discussion, as well as reading and writing assignments. Prereq: Successful completion of one four-credit 300-level Spanish course.
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SPAN 321 - Directed-Teaching Experience II (1)
Guided practicum in language teaching to develop the individual’s linguistic, instructional, and leadership skills. Prereqs: SPAN 202 , SPAN 203 , or the equivalent, and permission of the program director.
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SPAN 322 - Spanish for Missions (2)
Practical study of biblical terminology, methodology of missions, bible study, and discipleship materials for those interested in career missions or those who would like to share their faith in Christ with Spanish-speaking peoples. Prereq: Completion of at least one upper-level course or equivalent.
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SPAN 331 - Directed-Teaching Experience III (1)
Guided practicum in language teaching to develop the individual’s linguistic, instructional, and leadership skills. Prereqs: SPAN 202 , SPAN 203 , or the equivalent, and permission of the program director.
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SPAN 332 - Medical Spanish (2)
Practice of medical terminology and role-play situations in the classroom combined with supervised fieldwork at local health care facilities providing services for Hispanic patients. Prereq: Completion of at least one upper-level course, or the equivalent.
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SPAN 340 - Advanced Career Studies (1-4)
Mentored course in career-specific language acquisition at the advanced level. Variable credit. May be repeated for a maximum of 12 credits, if topics are different. Prereq: Successful completion of at least one 4-credit upper-level course, or the equivalent. Offered: Upon request.
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SPAN 342 - Interpreting Medical Spanish (4)
Advanced Spanish for students interested in healthcare and medical careers. Designed to improve spoken and written communicative skills for medical interpreting in Spanish through case studies, interviews, and role-plays. This course is combined with a supervised fieldwork component at local healthcare facilities providing services for Hispanic patients. Prereq: Completion of at least one upper-level SPAN course (SPAN 301 or higher), or the equivalent. Offered: Fall.
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SPAN 345 - Language-Across-the-Curriculum (1)
Mentored course in the reading of content-specific texts. May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credits, with different host classes. Prereqs: Successful completion of at least 4-credit one upper-level Spanish course, or the equivalent; concurrent enrollment in an approved host class in another discipline; and permission of the program director. Offered: Upon request.
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SPAN 351 - Language Study Abroad: Advanced Spanish I (4)
Intensive practice of audio-lingual skills and advanced grammatical structures in a Spanish-speaking setting abroad. Stresses practical communication and effective self-expression in Spanish.
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SPAN 352 - Language Study Abroad: Advanced Spanish II (4)
Intensive practice of audio-lingual skills and advanced grammatical structures in a Spanish-speaking setting abroad. Stresses practical communication and effective self-expression in Spanish.
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SPAN 353 - Language Study Abroad: Cultural Studies I (4)
Study of Hispanic culture and overview of contemporary society in a Spanish-speaking setting abroad. One civilization course is required of all majors.
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SPAN 354 - Language Study Abroad: Cultural Studies II (4)
Study of Hispanic culture and overview of contemporary society in a Spanish-speaking setting abroad. One civilization course is required of all majors.
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SPAN 360 - Spanish-for-Missions Internship (1-4 each term of service)
Missions fieldwork in a Spanish-speaking country under the direction of a Samford mentor and on-site mission personnel. Open to all students with intermediate- mid language proficiency or higher. May also count as an upper-level major elective. Prereq: Permission of the WLAC language missions coordinator. Offered: Upon request.
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SPAN 370 - Spanish for Business (4)
Study of intercultural communication and advanced Spanish language proficiency as needed for business contexts. Stresses commercial vocabulary, correspondence, and documentation appropriate to a variety of professional settings. Open to any student with advanced proficiency, this very practical course may count as an upper-level elective. Required for the language and world trade interdisciplinary concentration. Prereq: At least one 4-credit 300-level class.
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SPAN 374 - Phonetics and Phonology (4)
This course is designed for students majoring or minoring in Spanish or related fields. It will offer students both linguistic theory and practice in the pronunciation of Spanish. Students will correct and improve pronunciation, develop an understanding and ability to teach correct Spanish pronunciation, recognize the important differences between Spanish and English pronunciation, and learn to pronounce Spanish without interference from English Phonetics. Prereq: SPAN 301 , SPAN 302 , SPAN 351 , or SPAN 352 . Offered: Spring.
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SPAN 375 - Advanced Grammar and Syntax (4)
In-depth study of grammar and syntactical structures aimed at improving student language skills. Utilizes a variety of methodologies including, but not limited to, composition, translation, and stylistic analysis. Prereq: Successful completion of SPAN 302 .
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SPAN 380 - Latin American Studies Seminar (4)
Exploration of special topics on Latin American culture and civilization, using an interdisciplinary approach. This course may also be taken as LAST 380 or PORT 380 and may be cross-listed as a special topics course in disciplines related to Latin American studies. SPAN 380 is taught in Spanish; LAST 380 is taught in English. Prereq: Successful completion of one four-credit 300-level Spanish course. Offered: On rotation.
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SPAN 401 - Spanish Literature I (4)
Survey of the principal figures and literary movements of Spain from its beginnings to the present day. Stresses reading of primary works, critical analysis, library research, multi-draft composition, and continued development of advanced oral and written language proficiency within a literary context. Interactive class conducted in Spanish. Prereqs: Successful completion of SPAN 302 ; and SPAN 315 , SPAN 316 , SPAN 317 , or the equivalent. Offered: On rotation.
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SPAN 402 - Spanish Literature II (4)
Survey of the principal figures and literary movements of Spain from its beginnings to the present day. Stresses reading of primary works, critical analysis, library research, multi-draft composition, and continued development of advanced oral and written language proficiency within a literary context. Interactive class conducted in Spanish. Prereqs: Successful completion of SPAN 302 ; and SPAN 315 , SPAN 316 , SPAN 317 , or the equivalent. Offered: On rotation.
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SPAN 403 - Spanish American Literature I (4)
Survey of the principal figures and literary movements of Spanish America from its beginnings to the present day. Stresses reading of primary works, critical analysis, library research, multi-draft composition, and continued development of advanced oral and written language proficiency within a literary context. Interactive class conducted in Spanish. Prereqs: Successful completion of SPAN 302 ; and SPAN 315 , SPAN 316 , SPAN 317 , or the equivalent. Offered: On rotation.
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SPAN 404 - Spanish American Literature II (4)
Survey of the principal figures and literary movements of Spanish America from its beginnings to the present day. Stresses reading of primary works, critical analysis, library research, multi-draft composition, and continued development of advanced oral and written language proficiency within a literary context. Interactive class conducted in Spanish. Prereqs: Successful completion of SPAN 302 ; and SPAN 315 , SPAN 316 , SPAN 317 , or the equivalent. Offered: On rotation.
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SPAN 405 - Special Topics in Literature I (4)
Study of selected Hispanic authors, literary movements, themes, or genres. Stresses reading of primary works, critical analysis, library research, multi-draft composition, and continued development of advanced oral and written language proficiency within a literary context. Interactive class conducted in Spanish. May be repeated for a maximum of 8 credits, if topics are different. Prereqs: Successful completion of SPAN 302 ; and SPAN 315 , SPAN 316 , SPAN 317 , or the equivalent. Offered: On rotation.
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SPAN 406 - Special Topics in Literature II (4)
Study of selected Hispanic authors, literary movements, themes, or genres. Stresses reading of primary works, critical analysis, library research, multi-draft composition, and continued development of advanced oral and written language proficiency within a literary context. Interactive class conducted in Spanish. May be repeated for a maximum of 8 credits, if topics are different. Prereqs: Successful completion of SPAN 302 ; and SPAN 315 , SPAN 316 , SPAN 317 , or the equivalent. Offered: On rotation.
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SPAN 424 - Senior Capstone: Second Language Teaching Methodology (4)
Study of fundamental strategies that form the infrastructure of the teaching process for certification at all levels of second-language acquisition methodology, P-12 or 7-12. Emphasis on materials and methods appropriate to the designated levels of learning while promoting an awareness of the multiple facets of language learning. Capstone course for seniors seeking teaching certification that also includes preparation for exit oral and writing proficiency exams. Offered: Fall or Spring, as needed.
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SPAN 442 - Senior Capstone: Research and Writing (4)
Research and writing course designed to synthesize skills acquired and knowledge gained in previous coursework. Students develop a thesis, propose a solution to a problem, or produce and perform a creative work. Capstone course for language and literature majors that also includes literary readings and preparation for exit oral and writing proficiency exams. Required of all first majors. Prereqs: Senior standing, and at least one 400-level literature course. Offered: Spring.
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SPAN 450 - Special Studies (1-4)
Mentored independent study in language, culture, or literature. Variable credit. May be repeated for a maximum of 8 credits, if topics are different. Prereqs: At least one 4-credit upper-level course, or the equivalent, and permission of the program director and instructor. Offered: As needed.
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SPAN 470 - Senior Capstone: International Trade Internship (4)
Directed student internship in an international business setting in the U.S. or abroad, mentored by Samford faculty and supervised by on-site agency personnel. Language and world trade seniors complete 160 hours of on-site work, maintain journals in the target language, and prepare for exit oral and writing proficiency exams. Prereqs: Senior standing and successful completion of SPAN 370 . Offered: As needed.
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SPAN 475 - Language for Business (4)
In-depth analysis of cultural communication and language use within business contexts. Examines components of a language’s commercial vocabulary and cultural usage within professional contexts. Prereqs: SPAN 301 or SPAN 302 , plus one additional upper-level Spanish course, or permission of the department. Offered: Spring.
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THEA 101 - Introduction to Theatre I (1)
Team-taught introduction to theatre arts including elements of directing/acting, technical/design, and play reading/analysis. Required of all theatre majors. Offered: Fall.
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THEA 102 - Introduction to Theatre II (1)
Team-taught introduction to theatre arts including elements of directing/acting, technical/design, and play reading/analysis. Required of all theatre majors. Offered: Spring.
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THEA 112 - Beginning Acting (2)
Introduction to the principles and techniques of acting, with emphasis on script analysis and play structure. May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credits. Offered: Fall and Spring.
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THEA 175 - Freshman Acting Workshop (1)
Acting workshop for freshman theatre students, designed to maintain existing skills and prepare students for auditions and performance. Course repeatable for maximum of two credits. Offered: Fall and Spring.
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THEA 201 - Theatre Production (0-1)
Theatre activity participation course; required of all theatre majors. Students are assigned responsibility on a scenic, lighting, costume, or makeup crews and must demonstrate proficiency in the assigned area of theatrical production by the end of the course. Other students are evaluated for acting roles and/or directing and stage management responsibility. All majors offered by the department must complete seven semesters of THEA 201, while theatre minors must complete three. Grading is pass/fail. Variable credit. May be repeated for a maximum of 8 credits. Offered: Fall and Spring.
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THEA 242 - Fundamentals of Design (3)
Introduction to the design areas of scenery, lighting, sound, and costuming with emphasis on conceptualization, communication, process and implementation. Concentration will be in areas of drafting, visualization, programming, and editing. Prereq: THEA 243 . Offered: Spring.
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THEA 243 - Stagecraft (3)
Introduction for students to the process of realizing stage design from the theatre technician’s point of view. Emphasis on the craft and technology used in mounting a theatrical production. Topics include the principles and tools used in the construction, rigging, and handling of scenery for the stage. Offered: Fall.
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THEA 312 - Acting Methods (3)
Study of advanced problems in movement, perception of characters, and acting methods including Stanislavski, Meisner, and Adler. Prereq: THEA 112 or permission of the instructor. Offered: Fall, on rotation.
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THEA 313 - Acting Styles (3)
Practical study in acting styles of the most influential dramatic periods to include Greek, Medieval, Commedia Dell’Arte, Shakespeare, Neo-Classic, Restoration, Naturalism, Epic, and Non-Realistic. Prereqs: THEA 112 , or permission of the instructor. Offered: Spring, on rotation.
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THEA 316 - Musical Theatre Auditioning (2)
Introduction to the literature of musical theatre, and to the techniques, practices, and expectations for professional auditions. Prereqs: THEA 112 . Offered: Fall, on rotation.
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THEA 317 - Musical Theatre Song Study (2)
Continued examination of the literature of musical theatre, and the techniques, practices, and expectations for professional performance. Prereq: THEA 316 . Offered: Spring.
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THEA 318 - Musical Theatre Scene Study (2)
Continued examination of the literature of musical theatre, and the techniques, practices, and expectations for professional performance. The course will focus on ensemble performance. Prereqs: THEA 316 and THEA 317 . Offered: Fall.
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THEA 322 - Beginning Directing (3)
Study of the principles and methods of play directing. Also includes training in selecting and analyzing scripts, experience in casting and conducting rehearsals from the director’s point of view, and participation in the workshop program. Required of all theatre majors. Offered: Fall.
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THEA 323 - Advanced Directing (3)
Practical application of skills learned in THEA 322 (Beginning Directing), with focus on advanced studies in scene analysis and play structure, continued-blocking techniques, and working with the actor. Additional emphasis placed on designing the rehearsal period, working with designers, and complete preparation for directing a full-length, mainstage production. Prereq: THEA 322 . Offered: Spring, on rotation.
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THEA 324 - Directing for Theatre for Young Audience (3)
This course offers practical experience in the area of play direction for Theatre for Young Audiences. It is designed to provide the student training in directing techniques. Practical application of the presented directing principles will be required. Prereq: THEA 322 . Offered: Spring.
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THEA 330 - Theatre History and Literature I (3)
Survey of the history and literature of the theatre from its origins to the English Restoration. This course examines the predominant influences, staging practice, and accompanying literature of each period. Required of all theatre majors. Prereqs: SOA 101 , UCS 102 , UCCP 101 , and UCCP 102 . Offered: Fall.
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THEA 332 - Theatre History and Literature II (3)
Survey of the history and literature of the theatre from the American Revolution to present day. This course examines the predominant influences, staging practice, and accompanying literature of each period. Required of all theatre majors. Prereqs: SOA 101 , UCS 102 , UCCP 101 , and UCCP 102 . Offered: Spring.
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THEA 341 - Set Design (3)
Study of the theory and practice of scenic design for the stage. Problems in set design involving sketching, drafting, and scale model-making comprise this course of study. Particular emphasis is given to the process of design conceptualization and communication. Prereq: THEA 242 or permission of the instructor. Offered: Fall, on rotation.
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THEA 342 - Scenic Art for the Theatre (3)
Introduction to the skills required to function as a scenic artist in the theatre scenic studio. Reproduction of works of fine art, practical exercises, and work on actual productions comprise the bulk of the student’s work. Prereq: Permission of the instructor. Offered: Spring, on rotation.
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THEA 343 - Lighting Design (3)
Examination of the art of stage lighting from a theoretical and practical point of view. Concentration will be in areas of conceptualization, communication, and equipment application. Prereq: THEA 242 . Offered: Spring, on rotation.
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THEA 344 - Makeup Design (3)
Practical study of the design and application principles of stage makeup with emphasis on student participation and projects. Prereq: THEA 242 . Offered: Fall, on rotation.
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THEA 345 - Costume Design (3)
Study of the elements of costume design and the graphic interpretation of characters from plays. Includes a practical explanation of the basic construction of stage costumes. Prereq: THEA 242 . Offered: Spring, on rotation.
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THEA 346 - Sound Design (3)
Study of the theory and practice of sound design. Concentration on conceptualization, communication, introduction of new media, and practical application of technology. Course of study includes editing, sequencing, reinforcement, and recording. Prereq: THEA 242 . Offered: Spring, on rotation.
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THEA 347 - Stage Management (3)
Examination of the craft of stage management from a theoretical and practical point of view. Course objectives includes comprehension and implementation of theatre safety procedures from a practical viewpoint. Concentration will be in areas of organization, rehearsal and performance processes, communication, and safety applications. Prereq: SOA 101 , THEA 242 or permission of the instructor. Offered: Fall, on rotation.
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THEA 350 - Business of the Arts (2)
Practical examination of concepts and techniques for managing personal finances for the independent artist. Using case studies, students will develop an applied framework for analyzing key issues for commercial and non-profit arts organizations. The course employs seminars, lectures and guest speakers. Offered: Spring.
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THEA 360 - Creative Drama (3)
Study of the history of children’s theatre and creative dramatics. In addition to in-class work and lectures, students gain hands-on experience with practical teaching and play production by working with schools and afterschool programs. Offered: Fall.
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THEA 361 - Theatre for Youth Tour (2)
This course examines the dramatic structure, audience needs, directing, and acting techniques that are employed in the touring production of theater for youth. Practical and creative applications of scenery, costumes and props are among the topics studied in the preparation of the tour. May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credits. Offered: Spring.
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THEA 362 - Theatre for Youth Community Engagement (1)
This course will afford the student a community-based learning opportunity through immersive experiences in relationship with a community partner. May be repeated for a maximum of 2 credits. Offered: Fall.
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THEA 370 - Stage Combat (3)
The course is designed to develop the skills required of an actor combatant competent in the use of unarmed, broadsword, and rapier and dagger skills through an overview of the historical context of the weapon, training in safe and proper technique, and performance. The course is primarily a demonstration/active participation class. Prereq: THEA 112 . Offered: Spring.
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THEA 375 - Acting Workshop (1)
Development of skills learned in acting classes. Support and preparation for auditions, scene work, and performance. Opportunity to develop special skills in dialect, physical theatre, character analysis, or advanced technique work in acting theory. May be repeated for a maximum of 8 credits. Prereq: Permission of the instructor. Offered: Fall and Spring.
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THEA 380 - History of Fashion and Costume (3)
Study of historical clothing as dress and as stage costuming, from primitive apparel to present fashion. Cross-listed with ART 380 . Prereq: SOA 101 , THEA 242 , or permission of the instructor. Offered: Fall, on rotation.
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THEA 393 - Collaborative Theatre: Using Imagination, Commitment, and Risk-Taking to Devise Original Work (1)
Through the process of sharing together, collaboration of working together, combination of integrating together and performance of creating together, the student will explore developing and performing original work. The performance may include spoken word, movement, images, music, and media. May be repeated for a maximum of 2 credits. Offered: Spring, on rotation.
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THEA 394 - Musical Theatre Ensemble (0-1)
May be repeated for a maximum of 7 credits.
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THEA 395 - Improv Ensemble (1)
Participation as a performer in the Samford Improv ensemble. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits. Prereq: THEA 112 . Offered: Fall and Spring.
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THEA 396 - Studio Ensemble (1)
Participation as a director in a studio theatre production. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits. Prereq: Permission of the instructor. Offered: Fall and Spring.
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THEA 397 - Acting Ensemble (0-1)
Participation as an actor in a mainstage (fully realized, funded, technically supported, and academically supervised) theatre production. May be repeated for a maximum of 8 credits. Prereq: Permission of the instructor. Offered: Fall and Spring.
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THEA 398 - Technical Theatre Ensemble (0-1)
Participation as a designer, technical director, or stage manager in a mainstage (fully realized, funded, technically supported, and academically supervised) theatre production. Students are assigned to productions based upon their experience and expertise in specific technical areas. May be repeated for a maximum of 8 credits. Prereq: Permission of the instructor. Offered: Fall and Spring.
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THEA 414 - Playwriting (3)
Seminar and workshop in writing for the stage. Readings emphasize plays from a range of literary eras and playwriting theory texts. Writing assignments include weekly exercises and the execution of a one-act play. Offered: Spring, on rotation.
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THEA 415 - Advanced Playwriting (3)
Practical application of skills learned in THEA 414 (Playwriting) , with focus on advanced studies in character development and play structure, and preparation for writing a full-length play. Prereq: THEA 414 . Offered: Spring, on rotation.
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THEA 424 - Theatre Internship (3)
Seminar and workshop in writing for the stage. Readings emphasize plays from a range of literary eras and playwriting theory texts. Writing assignments include weekly exercises and the execution of a one-act play. Prereq: Permission of instructor. Offered: Fall, Spring, and Summer.
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