Book List 2011-2012

The following is a list of required course texts for the 2011–2012 Spring Term. The listed texts may be purchased in the Campus Book Store in Pendleton Hall. Texts or prices currently listed as TBD (to be determined) will be updated as information becomes available. Prices subject to change.

  • Anthropology 110. An Introduction to Cultural Anthropology.

    Introduction to the theories and methods of cultural anthropology, and to the concept of culture. Focuses on the basic institutions of culture such as ritual, technology, and progress as predicates for modern human society. Though not a world cultures course, includes consideration of the variety of human cultures as they exist today, or as they once existed
    3 Credits. Spring. Aram Yardumian

    COURSE TEXT:

    Course Packet
    Price: $36.00

  • Biology 110. Environmental Science. (QR)

    Geared for non-majors. Includes basic biological and chemical principles as well as concepts from ecology, earth science, and conservation biology. Discussion of the impact of industrial society on the quality of our environment (land, air, water, and natural ecosystems). Laboratory included.
    4 Credits. Spring. Sherri Cooper

    COURSE TEXT:

    Environmental Science: A Study of Interrelationships, 12th Edition. By Eldon Enger and Bradley Smith. Publisher: WCB McGraw-Hill.
    ISBN: 9780073383200 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: $134.00 | BAC Used Price: $84.00

  • Biology 310. Molecular Biology: DNA and Gene Expression.

    In depth study on the structure and function of the genetic material, DNA, how it is replicated and how genes are regulated and expressed. Topics include the structure of DNA and chromosomes, DNA replication, DNA damage and repair, transcription, RNA splicing, translation, transcriptional regulation in prokaryotes and eukaryotes and the structure and function of regulatory RNAs. Prerequisites: Biology 230 and Chemistry 21.
    3 Credits. Spring. Fredrik Bryntesson

    COURSE TEXT:

    Molecular Biology of the Gene, 6th Edition. By JD Watson, TA Baker, SP Bell, A Gann, M Levine, R Losick. Publisher: Benjamin Cummings.
    ISBN: 080539592X | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: $174.00 | BAC Used Price: N/A

  • Biology 373. Biological Laboratory Techniques: Molecular Biology.

    Junior level biology laboratory course supporting Biology 230, 232, 310, 315, and 355. A mixture of theoretical and practical experience in techniques used in molecular biology, including PCR and cell-based cloning, nucleic acid hybridization, genomic structure analysis, proteomics, bioinformatics, protein expression and analysis, and culturing and identifying microbiological organisms. Laboratory reports and scientific writing skills integral. Co-requisite or prerequisite: Biology 230 and Biology 232
    2 Credits. Spring. Fredrik Bryntesson

    COURSE TEXT:

    No course text

  • Business 320. Financial Management.

    Introduction to business finance, the role of the chief financial officer, and financial tools used by management. Emphasis on management of revenue and expenses, application of basic financial concepts to the solution of organizational problems, analysis of the short and long-term financial needs of an organization, and selection of most feasible course of action to secure best possible financial outcome and allocation of resources. Topics of present value, stock and bond valuation, capital budgeting, financial forecasting, and capital structures also examined. Prerequisite: Business 241 or 242.
    3 Credits. Spring. Chris Waltrich

    COURSE TEXT:

    Practical Financial Management, 6th Edition. By William R. Lasher. Publisher: Cengage Learning.
    ISBN: 9781439080498 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: $200.00 | BAC Used Price: $125.00 or $130.00

  • Chemistry 111. General Chemistry II. (QR)

    Continuation of Chemistry 110. Topics include intermolecular forces, physical properties of solutions, chemical kinetics, chemical equilibrium, acids and bases, solubility, thermodynamics, and electrochemistry. Prerequisite: Chemistry 110. Laboratory included.
    4 Credits. Spring. Allen Bedford

    COURSE TEXT:

    Chemistry, 9th Edition. By Raymond Chang. Publisher: McGraw-Hill.
    ISBN: 9780073301709 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: $82.00 | BAC Used Price: $55.00

    Laboratory Manuel for Principles of General Chemistry, 7th Edition. By Raymond Chang. Publisher: McGraw-Hill.
    ISBN: 9780471214984 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: $140.00 | BAC Used Price: TBD

  • Computer Science 160. World Wide Web Development.

    Introduction to the elements of web site design. The course includes technical aspects of web creation and design considerations for information delivery and usability. Prerequisite: Computer Science 105 or familiarity with computers.
    3 Credits. Spring. Neil Simonetti

    COURSE TEXT:

    No course text

  • Economics 132. Microeconomics.

    Study of the fundamentals of economic analysis with particular emphasis upon consumer demand behavior and the output and pricing decisions of business firms under various market structures. Special attention given to the role of ethics in the behavior of business executives and consumers. Consideration of current issues such as health care, energy policy, and government intervention in the market. Course includes student-led seminars and group projects.
    3 Credits. Spring. Charles Lindsay

    COURSE TEXT:

    Microeconomics, 19th Edition. By McConnell, Brue, Flynn. Publisher: McGraw-Hill.
    ISBN: 9780077337735 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: TBD | BAC Used Price: TBD

    RECOMMENDED TEXT:

    Nudge: Improving Decisions about Health, Wealth, and Happiness. By Richard Thaler and Cass Sunstein. Publisher: Penguin.
    ISBN: 978-0143115267 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: $20.00 | BAC Used Price: $13.00

    Cheap. By Ellen R. Shell. Publisher: The Penguin Press HC.
    ISBN: 159420215X | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: $20.00 | BAC Used Price: $13.00

    The Influence of Affluence: How the Rich are Changing America. By Russ Prince & Lewis Schiff. Publisher: Crown Business.
    ISBN: 978-0385519281 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: $13.00 | BAC Used Price: $10.00

    If Aristotle Ran General Motors. By Tom Morris. Publisher: Holt Paperbacks.
    ISBN: 978-0805052534 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: $12.00 | BAC Used Price: $9.00

    The Starbucks Experience. By Joseph Michelli. Publisher: McGraw-Hill.
    ISBN: 978-0071477840 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: $19.00 | BAC Used Price: $13.00

    Google. By Virginia Scott. Publisher: Greenwood Press, CT.
    ISBN: 9780313361273 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: $49.00 | BAC Used Price: $32.00

    Steve Jobs . By Walter Isaacson.
    ISBN: 978-1451648539 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: TBD | BAC Used Price: TBD

  • Education 273. Child Development: Five - Nine Year Olds.

    Emphasis on normal sequences in physical/motor, social, emotional, cognitive, language, creative, moral and spiritual development. Review of various exceptionalities among individuals (e.g. retardation, giftedness, etc.). Consideration of the nature/nurture debate and resilience in at-risk children. The varied influences on development and learning of the whole child considered. Theories of child development will be re-examined and applied. Content from research, observations and life experiences will be addressed. Teachings about human development from the theology of Swedenborg are analyzed. Prerequisite: Education 271.
    3 Credits. Spring. Joanne Kiel

    COURSE TEXT:

    No course text

  • Education 301. Foundations of Education.

    Study of the influence of cultural, philosophical, political, and social changes on the development of education. Emphasis on issues in United States schools today and on potential future developments. Prerequisite: for non-majors Education 128 and permission of the instructor. Permission of instructor for students not in 3rd year or higher.
    3 Credits. Spring. Nina Phillips

    COURSE TEXT:

    The Giver. By Louis Lowry. Publisher: Laurel Leaf.
    ISBN: 0-440-23768-8 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: $7.00 | BAC Used Price: NA

    Education for Use. By Pendleton. Publisher: New Church Press.
    ISBN: 0-910557-11-X | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: $13.00 | BAC Used Price: $8.00

  • Education 321. Methods for Teaching Language Arts to Diverse Learners.

    Study of language development and literacy skills needed for elementary school students to construct meaning through reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Education 235 and Education 240 highly recommended. Prerequisite: Education 128 or permission of instructor. This is a field experience course.
    3 Credits. Spring. Angela Rose

    COURSE TEXT:

    Threads of Reading. By Karen Tankersley. Publisher: Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development.
    ISBN: 087120794X | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: $20.00 | BAC Used Price: $16.50

    The Art of Teaching Writing. By Lucy McCormick Calkins.
    ISBN: 0-435-08809-2 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: $40.00 | BAC Used Price: $25.00

    Speech to Print: Language Essentials for teachers, 2nd Edition. By Louisa Cook Moats. Publisher: Paul H. Brookes Publishing Co.
    ISBN: 978-1-59857-050-2 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: $30.00 | BAC Used Price: N/A

    Speech to Print Workbook, 2nd Edition. By Louisa Cook Moats & Bruce L. Rosow. Publisher: Paul H. Brookes Publishing Co.
    ISBN: 978-1-59857-162-2 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: $22.00 | BAC Used Price: N/A

  • English 221. English Literature Survey II.

    Chronological overview of the development of English literature in England from the late 17th century through the early 20th century. Lecture, discussion, guest speakers, student reports or projects, research paper on a chosen period or author. Continuation of English 220; English 220 not prerequisite. Prerequisite: Writing 101.
    3 Credits. Spring. Nina Phillips

    COURSE TEXT:

    The Norton Anthology of English Literature, Volume D, the Romantic Period, 8th Edition. Publisher: WW Norton.
    ISBN: 039-3927-202 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: TBD | BAC Used Price: TBD

    The Norton Anthology of English Literature, Volume E, the Victorian Period, 8th Edition. Publisher: WW Norton.
    ISBN: 0393927 210 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: TBD | BAC Used Price: TBD

  • English 370. Twentieth Century Authors (after 1950).

    Major British and American authors, and others, writing in the post-World War II era. Focus on the novel. Includes such authors as Steinbeck, Maclean, Morrison, and O’Brien. Prerequisite: any 200-level English course.
    3 Credits. Spring. Sarah Gardam

    COURSE TEXT:

    Native Son (Abridged). By Richard Wright. Publisher: Harper & Row.
    ISBN: 006053348X | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: $12.50 | BAC Used Price: N/A

    Death of a Salesman. By Arthur Miller. Publisher: Penguin Plays.
    ISBN: 4014048136 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: $12.00 | BAC Used Price: N/A

    No-No Boy. By John Okada. Publisher: Seattle Combined Asian American Resources Project.
    ISBN: 0295955252 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: TBD | BAC Used Price: TBD

    Ceremony. By Leslie Marmon Silko and Larry McMurtry. Publisher: Penguin Classics Deluxe Edition.
    ISBN: 9780143104919 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: $15.00 | BAC Used Price: N/A

    A River Runs Through It. By Norman Maclean. Publisher: University of Chicago Press.
    ISBN: 0226500721 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: TBD | BAC Used Price: TBD

  • Fine Arts 120/220. Metal Work.

    Introduction to basic techniques in metal working including sawing, piercing, embossing, raising a bowl, cold joining, and soldering.
    3 Credits. Spring. Martha Gyllenhaal

    LAB FEES

    Metals Kit: $100.00

    Lab Fee: $25.00

  • Fine Arts 130/230. Ceramics.

    Introduction to clay work including hand building, wheel throwing, slip casting, glazing, and firing processes. Also form function and representation.
    3 Credits. Spring. Christina Orthwein

    LAB FEES

    TBD

  • Fine Arts 210. Nineteenth and Twentieth Centuries. (IL)

    Examination of the architecture, sculpture, and painting of the late eighteenth, nineteenth, and twentieth centuries in Europe, England, and America. Special attention given to artists influences by Swedenborg, including Flaxman, Blake, Powers, Page, Gaugin, Inness, Pyle, and Burnham.
    3 Credits. Spring. Martha Gyllenhaal

    COURSE TEXT:

    Art History, 2nd Edition. By Marilyn Stockstad. Publisher: Prentice Hall.
    ISBN: 9780131455276 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: NA | BAC Used Price: $65.00

  • German 201. Intermediate German I.

    Intermediate German builds upon students’ prior knowledge of language and culture in German-speaking countries while reviewing and solidifying grammar and communication skills. Course concentrates on four skills areas: listening, speaking, reading and writing and is augmented by cultural readings and film selections. Prerequisite: German 102 or equivalent as determined by placement test. German is the language of instruction.
    3 Credits. Spring. Sean Lawing

    COURSE TEXT:

    Deutsch: Na klar!, 5th Edition. By Robert Di Donato. Publisher: McGraw-Hill.
    ISBN: 9780073535326 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: $152.00 | BAC Used Price: $95.00

    Deutsch: Na klar!Workbook, 5th Edition. Publisher: McGraw-Hill.
    ISBN: 978-0073278094 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: $96.00 | BAC Used Price: NA

  • Greek 111. Beginning New Testament Greek II.

    Continuation of Greek 110. Prerequisite: Greek 110.
    3 Credits. Spring. Thomas Meredith

    COURSE TEXT:

    The Basics of Biblical Greek: Grammar, 3rd Edition. By William D Mounce. Publisher: Zondervan.
    ISBN: 9780310287681 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: $40.00 | BAC Used Price: NA

    The Basics of Biblical Greek: Workbook3rd Edition. By William D Mounce. Publisher: Zondervan.
    ISBN: 978-0310287674 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: $22.00 | BAC Used Price: NA

  • History/Political Science 346. Issues in the Contemporary Middle East.

    Examination of political and social developments in the greater Middle East in the post-World War II era. Survey of governments and domestic political processes of selected countries as well as key issues currently facing societies of the region. Prerequisite: Political Science 111, History 245, or instructor permission.
    3 Credits. Spring. Greg Rose

    COURSE TEXT:

    The Government and Politics of the Middle East and North Africa, 6th Edition. By Long, David E., Bernard Reich, and Mark Gasiorowski. Publisher: Westview Press.
    ISBN: 978-0-8133-4449-2 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: $58.00 | BAC Used Price: TBD

  • History 114. The Classical World. (IL)

    Historical survey of ancient Greece and Rome from Minoan civilization to the fall of the Roman Empire in the west. Particular attention to the role of religion in Greek and Roman societies and to political trends. Examination of textual and archaeological evidence.
    3 Credits. Spring. Wendy Closterman

    COURSE TEXT:

    A History of Ancient Greece in its Mediterranean Context, 2nd Edition. By Nancy Demand. Publisher: Sloan Publishing.
    ISBN: 1-59738-003-2 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: TBD | BAC Used Price: $31.00

    ANCIENT ROME: A New History. By David Potter and Arthur F. Thurnau. Publisher: Thames & Hudson.
    ISBN: 978-0-500-28786-6 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: $55.00 | BAC Used Price: N/A

    Course Packet
    New Price: TBD

  • History 230. United States History 1763-1865.

    Examination of the historical development of American society from the eve of the American Revolution through the Civil War. Particular focus on political ideology, national identity, and societal values with special attention given to the events leading up to the Revolution, the political ideologies of the founding fathers, and the causes of the Civil War. Analysis of scholarly articles by leading historians in the field.
    3 Credits. Spring. Brian Henderson

    COURSE TEXT:

    The Boisterous Sea of Liberty: A Documentary History of America from Discovery Through the Civil War. By David Brion Davis and Steven Mintz. Publisher: Oxford University Press.
    ISBN: 0-19-511670-4 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: TBD | BAC Used Price: $24.00

  • History 301. Historical Methods. (IL)

    Practical instruction in historical research, including formulating a research question, developing and implementing a search strategy, evaluating sources as historical evidence, and proper source citation. Includes discussion of several philosophies of history and the integration of New Church thought into historical study. The final assignment is a research proposal in preparation for History 402 Senior Seminar. Interdisciplinary majors may use this assignment to refine work on their senior paper.
    3 Credits. Spring. Brian Henderson

    COURSE TEXT:

    A Manual for Writers of Research Papers, Theses, and Dissertations: Chicago Style for Students and Researchers, 7th Edition. By Kate L. Turabian. Publisher: University of Chicago Press.
    ISBN: 9780226823379 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: NA | BAC Used Price: $12.00

    Doing History: Research and Writing in the Digital Age. By Michael J. Galgano, J. Chris Arndt and Raymond M. Hyser. Publisher: Wadsworth, Cengage Learning.
    ISBN: 9780534619534 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: $40.00 | BAC Used Price: $25.00 or $33.00

  • Health/Physical Education 101. Health. (EE)

    Study of contemporary issues in health in the light of the Heavenly Doctrines and current research. Areas include nutrition, eating disorders, fitness, mental health, medicine, and cultural norms in relation to health, sexuality. One credit service learning laboratory component gives opportunities to volunteer, lead, or mentor others in an area of health interest.
    4 Credits. Spring. Hilary Bryntesson

    COURSE TEXT:

    No course text

  • Latin 111. Beginning Latin II.

    Continuation of Latin 110. Prerequisite: Latin 110.
    3 Credits. Spring. Scott Frazier

    COURSE TEXT:

    Wheelock’s Latin. By Frederic M Wheelock and Richard A LaFleur. Publisher: Collins Reference (Harper Collins).
    ISBN: 0061997226 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: $16.50 | BAC Used Price: $12.00

  • Leadership 101. Social Entrepreneurship in Action. (EE)

    This is a 1.5 credit Experiential Education course is a continuation of Leadership 100 for students interested in furthering their leadership and team building skills, while working on a micro project with Feel Good World to raise awareness of world hunger. The course focuses on student leadership abilities, presentation of their knowledge, and global awareness. Course has a portfolio and final public presentation component.
    1.5 Credits. Spring. Laura Nash

    COURSE TEXT:

    No course text

  • Mathematics 101. Introduction to Quantitative Reasoning. (QR)

    Introduction to mathematical concepts to improve basic skills in computation, algebra, graphing, and quantitative applications. This course prepares students for other mathematics courses and courses involving quantitative reasoning. Topics include linear modeling, units of measure and currency, statistical reasoning, and probabilit.
    3 Credits. Spring. Angela Rose

    COURSE TEXT:

    Textbook in PDF format distributed by the professor

  • Mathematics 125. Transcendental Functions with Elements of Calculus. (QR)

    Investigation of transcendental functions with applications and elements of calculus, useful in preparing students for a full calculus course. Topics include trigonometric functions, simple derivatives and anti-derivatives, exponential and logarithmic functions, and quantitative reasoning applications. Because of duplication of subject matter, students may not receive credit for both Mathematics 124 and 125. Prerequisite: Mathematics 115 or appropriate score on placement test.
    3 Credits. Spring. Caira Bongers

    COURSE TEXT:

    Precalculus, 3rd Edition. By Beecher, Penna, and Pittinger. Publisher: Addison Wesley.
    ISBN: 9780321460066 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: NA | BAC Used Price: $94.00

    or

    Algebra and Trigonometry, 3rd Edition. By Beecher, Penna, and Pittinger. Publisher: Addison Wesley.
    ISBN: 9780321460066 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: $110.00 | BAC Used Price: $100.00 or $65.00

  • Mathematics 130. Introduction to Statistics. (QR)

    Introduction to data analysis, random variables and their distributions, and statistical inference. Use of Excel for spreadsheets and graphs. Independent research project. Recommended for students of business or the social and natural sciences. Prerequisite: Mathematics 101 or appropriate score on placement test.
    4 Credits. Spring. Charles Lindsay

    COURSE TEXT:

    Elementary Statistics, 10th Edition. By Mario F. Triola. Publisher: Addison Wesley.
    ISBN: 9780321460929 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: $130.00 | BAC Used Price: $82.00 or $60.00

  • Mathematics 250. Calculus III.

    Functions of several variables, partial differentiation, multiple integration, vector calculus. Prerequisite: Mathematics 151.
    4 Credits. Spring. Neil Simonetti

    COURSE TEXT:

    Calculus, 8th Edition. By Larson/Hostetler/Edwards. Publisher: Houghton Mifflin.
    ISBN: 9780618502981 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: $145.00 | BAC Used Price: $92.00

  • Philosophy 111. Introduction to Moral Philosophy. (Moral)

    Survey of some major philosophers, problems (Euthyphro, relativism, egoism), and theories (aretaic, deontic, utilitarian) in moral philosophy. Strongly recommended: Philosophy 101. Prerequisite: Philosophy 102.
    3 Credits. Spring. Dan Synnestvedt

    COURSE TEXT:

    How Should We Live? An Introduction to Ethics (2005). By Louis Pojman. Publisher: Thomson/Wadsworth.
    ISBN: 0534556574 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: $51.00 | BAC Used Price: $32.00 or $28.00

  • Philosophy 211. Modern Philosophy.

    Historical consideration of modern and Enlightenment philosophy, including Descartes, Locke, Leibniz, Rousseau, and Voltaire. Strongly recommended: Philosophy 101. Prerequisite: Philosophy 102.
    3 Credits. Spring. Dan Synnestvedt

    COURSE TEXT:

    Descartes Selected Philosophical Writings. Translated by John Cottingham, Robert Stoothoff, Dugald Murdoch. Publisher: Cambridge.
    ISBN: 0-521-35812-4 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: TBD | BAC Used Price: TBD

    A Rulebook for Arguments, 4th Edition. By Anthony Weston. Publisher: Hackett Publishing Company.
    ISBN: 9780872209541 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: $9.00 | BAC Used Price: $6.00

    The Portable Enlightenment Reader. By Isaac Kramnick. Publisher: Penguin Books.
    ISBN: 9780140245660 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: $15.00 | BAC Used Price: NA

  • Political Science 101. Introduction to Politics and Governance. (Civil)

    Examines the discipline of political science and the concepts involved in the study of politics and governance. Surveys the role and function of political institutions and organizations through the lens of contemporary issues. Focus on the potential for thinking about civic and political issues from a religiously-informed perspective.
    3 Credits. Spring. Reid Hodgell

    COURSE TEXT:

    Understanding Politics: Ideas, Institutions, and Issues, 9th Edition. By Thomas M. Magstadt. Publisher: Wadsworth.
    ISBN: 0495797766 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: $125.00 | BAC Used Price: $79.00

  • Political Science 211. Comparative Government.

    Introduction to the comparative study of the politics of nations. Examines the underlying principles, machinery, and effectiveness of selected governments around the world, and ramifications for their societies. Students may not receive credit for both Psci111 and Psci211.
    3 Credits. Spring. Greg Rose

    COURSE TEXT:

    Comparative Politics in Transition, 6th Edition. By McCormick, John. Publisher: Wadsworth/Cengage Learning.
    ISBN: 978-0-495-56852-0 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: TBD | BAC Used Price: $75.00

  • Psychology 101. Introductory Psychology.

    Introduction to basic constructs of psychology including scientific methodology, the brain, consciousness, memory, identity, learning, motivation, intelligence, and the nature of mental illness. Relevant New Church doctrines analyzed and compared to secular theories of psychology.
    3 Credits. Spring. Kiri Rogers

    COURSE TEXT:

    Introduction to Psychology, 8th Edition. By Plotnik & Koumdjian. Publisher: Wadsworth.
    ISBN: 0495103187 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: NA | BAC Used Price: $55.00

  • Psychology 205. Social Psychology. (PP)

    Study of behavior and cognition in social contexts. Topics include aggression, altruism, influence, love, prejudice, and conformity. Swedenborgian concepts of love, charity, and obedience analyzed. Prerequisite: Psychology 101 or instructor permission.
    3 Credits. Spring. Erica Hyatt

    COURSE TEXT:

    Social Psychology, 10th Edition. By David Myers. Publisher: McGraw Hill.
    ISBN: 978-0-07-337066-8 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: TBD | BAC Used Price: $120.00

  • Psychology 301. Counseling and Clinical Psychology.

    Examination of psychological theories that inform the skills of counselors and clinical psychologists in various professional settings. Topics include psychological theories, the roles of the counselor, listening skills, case conceptualization, treatment methods and intervention strategies. Consideration of what it means to be a New Church therapist. Students participating in the optional lab will receive the fourth credit. Prerequisite: Two psychology courses, including either Psychology 103 or Psychology 203, or instructor permission.
    3-4 Credits. Spring. Staff

    COURSE TEXT:

    Theory and Practice of Counseling and Psychotherapy, 7th Edition. By Gerald Corey. Publisher: Thomson Brooks/Cole.
    ISBN: 978-0534536053 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: NA | BAC Used Price: $54.00

  • Religion 101. Introduction to New Church Doctrines. (Doctrinal)

    Foundation course. Basic survey of the doctrines of the New Church. Presupposes little or no formal background in the study of the doctrines.
    3 Credits. Spring. Scott Frazier

    COURSE TEXT:

    Course Packet
    BAC New Price: $25.00

  • Religion 115. Introduction to New Church Doctrine on Life after Death. (Doctrinal)

    New Church teachings on the life after death studied in their own context and the context of the history of eschatology. Text: Heaven and Hell.
    3 Credits. Spring. Grant Schnarr

    COURSE TEXT:

    Afterlife. By Emanuel Swedenborg. Publisher: Harper Collins.
    ISBN: 978-0-87785-325-1 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: $10.00 | BAC Used Price: NA

    Life After Life. By Raymond Moody. Editor: Donald Rose. Publisher: Swedenborg Foundation.
    ISBN: 978-0062517395 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: $12.00 | BAC Used Price: $8.00

  • Religion 125. The Holy Scripture. (Doctrinal)

    The symbolic nature of the Word and the spiritual meaning within. The importance of the literal meaning and its interpretation. The Word in heaven and the church. Dual expressions in the Word. Heresies. The Lord and the Word. The Word in very ancient times. The universal church. The necessity of revelation. Illustrations drawn throughout from the Old and New Testaments. Text: The Doctrine of the Sacred Scripture.
    3 Credits. Spring. Stephen Cole

    COURSE TEXT:

    Course Packet
    BAC New Price: TBD

    Doctrine of Sacred Scripture. By Emanuel Swedenborg.
    ISBN: | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: $12.95 | BAC Used Price: $8.50

  • Religion 205. God, Man, and Creation. (Doctrinal)

    Study of how the Lord created the spiritual and natural worlds, with emphasis on humans as the purpose of creation. Vital relationships between the Creator and His creation, with the special role played by humans. Focus on teaching about order, influx, degrees, forms of use, and correspondence. Form and operation of spiritual thinking. Text: Divine Love and Wisdom.
    3 Credits. Spring. Scott Frazier

    COURSE TEXT:

    Angelic Wisdom Regarding Divine Love and Wisdom. By Emanuel Swedenborg. Translator: N. Bruce Rogers. Publisher: General Church of the New Jerusalem.
    ISBN: 094500320X | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: $15.00 | BAC Used Price: NA

  • Religion 215. The Lord. (Doctrinal)

    Introduction to the New Church teachings about the Lord, His love and accommodation. The Incarnation. The steps and states of the Lord’s life from infancy to the resurrection. His glorified Humanity and presence today. The primary focus is on the direct teachings in the doctrines, and on seeing the Lord in the Gospel accounts and in the Hebrew scriptures.
    3 Credits. Spring. Thane Glenn

    COURSE TEXT:

    The Four Doctrines. By Emanuel Swedenborg.
    ISBN: 9780877850649 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: $6.00 | BAC Used Price: NA

    The Illustrated Jesus Through the Centuries. By Jaroslav Pelikan. Publisher: Yale University Press.
    ISBN: 0300072686 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: $28.00 | BAC Used Price: $18.00

  • Religion 260. Evangelization. (Applied)

    Introduction to the doctrine of evangelization, the philosophy and application of Church growth principles, and practical instruction in how to present the doctrines to inquirers. Exploration of the changing values of Western culture and the ways the Church can effectively respond to a new generation of seekers. The purpose and process of evangelization, and how to share the teachings of the New Church with confidence and care.
    3 Credits. Spring. Grant Schnarr

    COURSE TEXT:

    No course text

  • Religion 380. History of New Church Doctrine. (Doctrinal)

    Seminar in the development of doctrinal thought in the history of the New Church. Considerations of various and divergent interpretations. The evolution of ideas and their impact on the Church. Reflection on the intellectual heritage of the Church from an historical perspective. Extensive research in New Church collateral literature.
    3 Credits. Spring. Stephen Cole

    COURSE TEXT:

    New Church in the New World. By Marguerite Block. Publisher: Swedenborg Foundation.
    ISBN: 0877851263 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: $12.00 | BAC Used Price: $9.00

  • Sociology 110. Introductory Sociology. (QR)

    Research project utilizing techniques of participant observation, experimentation, survey/interview methods, and data analysis to discover the basic concepts of sociology and the study of human societies: social structure, culture, and socialization. Laboratory included.
    4 Credits. Spring. Jane Williams-Hogan

    COURSE TEXT:

    Invitation to Sociology. By Berger.
    ISBN: 9780385065290 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: $11.00 | BAC Used Price: $7.00

  • Speech 105. Public Speaking. (PP)

    Exposure to a variety of speaking situations designed to address inhibitions and develop self-confidence. Class work features impromptu and prepared speeches, as well as oral interpretation of literature and choral speaking. Work on voice and speech improvement as well as command of body language.
    3 Credits. Spring. Suzanne Bernhardt

    COURSE TEXT:

    Speak Up: An Illustrated Guide to Public Speaking, 2nd Edition. By Tuman and Fraleigh. Publisher: Bedford St. Martins.
    ISBN: 9780312621889 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: $58.00 | BAC Used Price: $38.00

  • Speech 205. Intermediate Public Speaking (PP)

    Advances student’s ability to organize and deliver public presentations of varied kinds, using basic skills covered in Speech 105, but with introduction of more demanding professional techniques, more challenging assignments, and more fine tuned cultivation of all skills. Some attention will also be given in this class to job interview skills. Prerequisite: Speech 105.
    3 Credits. Spring. Suzanne Bernhardt

    COURSE TEXT:

    Transformational Speaking. By Gail Larsen. Publisher: Celestial Arts press in Berkeley and Toronto.
    ISBN: 978-1-58761-342-5 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: $14.00 | BAC Used Price: $10.00

  • Writing 101. Expository Writing. (W, IL)

    Development of skills in recognizing, evaluation, and writing about ideas drawn from readings in a variety of disciplines. Five to seven analytic essays. Emphases on rhetorical argument, revision strategies, and information literacy. Formal instruction about research skills (locating and evaluating secondary sources, and integrating, citing, and documenting these sources). Articulation, development, and support of thesis. Required of first year students. Non-native speakers of English take Writing 101 sophomore year. Successful completion of the IL components of Wr 101 and Wr 202 fulfills one of the Core IL requirements.
    3 Credits. Spring. Robin Cooper

    COURSE TEXT:

    Rules For Writers, 6th Edition with MLA and APA updates. By Dianna Hacker. Publisher: Bedford/St. Martins.
    ISBN: 978-0-312-66481-7 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: $36.00 | BAC Used Price: TBD

    Dialogues- An Argument Rhetoric & Reader, 6th Edition. By Gary Goshgarian & Kathleen Krueger. Publisher: Longman.
    ISBN: 0205642764 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: $74.00 | BAC Used Price: $47.00

  • Writing 101. Expository Writing. (W, IL)

    Development of skills in recognizing, evaluation, and writing about ideas drawn from readings in a variety of disciplines. Five to seven analytic essays. Emphases on rhetorical argument, revision strategies, and information literacy. Formal instruction about research skills (locating and evaluating secondary sources, and integrating, citing, and documenting these sources). Articulation, development, and support of thesis. Required of first year students. Non-native speakers of English take Writing 101 sophomore year. Successful completion of the IL components of Wr 101 and Wr 202 fulfills one of the Core IL requirements.
    3 Credits. Spring. Sylvia Shaw

    COURSE TEXT:

    Course Packet
    BAC New Price: $23.00

    Writing from Sources , 7th Edition. By Brenda Spatt. Publisher: Bedford/St. Martins.
    ISBN: 0312543867 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: $75.00 | BAC Used Price: $50.00

    And There Was Light. Autobiography of Jacques Jusseyran Blind Hero of the French Renaissance, 2nd Edition. By Jacques Lusseyran. Publisher: Morning Light Press.
    ISBN: 0930407407 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: $14.00 | BAC Used Price: $10.00

  • Writing 202. Writing About Literature. (W, IL)

    Analytic study of literary genres, with emphases on writing and research skills. Assumes basic skills in writing and information literacy covered in Writing 101. Three papers, including substantial revision. One longer paper requires 2+ secondary sources and student evaluation of sources and research process. Individual conferences with instructor to discuss student’s writing, research, and implementation of secondary sources. Required of sophomores. Prerequisite: Writing 101. Successful completion of the IL components of Wr 101 and Wr 202 fulfills one of the Core IL requirements.
    3 Credits. Spring. Robin Cooper

    COURSE TEXT:

    Literature and Its Writers, 2nd Edition. By Anne Charters and Samuel Charters. Publisher: Bedford/ St. Martins 2001.
    ISBN: 9780312209797 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: $80.00 | BAC Used Price: $55.00 or $48.00

  • Writing 213. Advanced Rhetoric and Composition. (W)

    Intensive study of writing for students interested in developing rhetorical skills in composition. Attention both to concepts of classical rhetoric and to issues arising in the context of contemporary cultural environments and communications practices.
    3 Credits. Spring. Thane Glenn

    COURSE TEXT:

    Course Packet I
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    Course Packet II
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    Course Packet III
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    Talkin and Testifyin: The Language of Black America. By Geneva Smitherman. Publisher: Wayne State University Press.
    ISBN: 0-8143-1805-3 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: $20.00 | BAC Used Price: N/A

    The Medium is the Massage. By Marshall McLuhan and Quentin Fiore. Publisher: Ginkgo Press.
    ISBN: 1584230703 | Publisher List Price: NA | BAC New Price: $12.00 | BAC Used Price: N/A