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Social Work
	SOCW 692 - Advanced Graduate Social Work Project Credits: 3 In this course, the students are expected to independently implement an integrative research project and summarize findings. This project will build upon knowledge developed in prior course work. It requires students to demonstrate an understanding of social work practice, use their knowledge of social research methodology and to utilize critical thinking appropriate to a graduate level professional social worker. Prerequisite(s): admission to the MSW program and completion of the foundation curriculum or advanced-standing status. Term(s) Offered: Summer. Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	SOCW 699 - Independent Study Credits: 1-3 Independent study of a topic relevant to the professional discipline of social work that is not otherwise covered in the curriculum. Prerequisite(s): consent of the MSW program director. Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
Sociology
	SOC 603 - American Values: Contemporary Debates Credits: 3 An examination of current controversies involving the evolution and effects of values in American culture, including equality, materialism, personal responsibility, and rights. Explores the relationships between cultural and economic forces with respect to such social problems as poverty, crime, racial friction, and family disorganization. A social science core course in the MALS program. Prerequisite(s): No prereq. Cross-Listed: Cross-listed as LBST 603 . Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
Spanish
	SPAN 516 - Spanish-American Novel Credits: 3 Survey of the genre in Spanish America from the romantic to the psychological novel. Prerequisite(s): No prereq. Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	SPAN 518 - Spanish American Poetry Credits: 3 The major figures and movements in Spanish-speaking America. The course will apply a variety of critical approaches (comparative, biographic, sociological, psychological, structuralist, etc.) to the analysis of poetic texts. Prerequisite(s): No prereq. Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	SPAN 521 - 20th Century Mexican Novel Credits: 3 20th century Mexican novel from the revolution to the present. Prerequisite(s): No prereq. Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	SPAN 554 - Golden Age Drama Credits: 3 Study of verse dramas that illustrate the dramatic techniques and universal themes prevalent in Spain (1600- 1700). Prerequisite(s): No prereq. Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	SPAN 556 - Don Quixote Credits: 3 Detailed analysis of Cervantes’ novel. Life and times of the author. Importance of the work to the development of the novel as an art form. Prerequisite(s): No prereq. Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	SPAN 576 - Realism and Naturalism in the Nineteenth-Century Spanish Novel Credits: 3 Analysis of the artistic theories of Realism and Naturalism as experienced in the nineteenth-century Spanish novel and selected critical writing. Prerequisite(s): consent of instructor. Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
Sport Management
	SPTM 592 - Contemporary Issues in Sport and Exercise Credits: 3 This course will enable students to integrate information from their educational experiences to critically examine and analyze contemporary issues in sport and exercise from an interdisciplinary perspective. Current issues, trends, and challenges will be presented with the intent of provoking thought and stimulating debate so that students may identify their role in the resolution of issues. Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	SPTM 604 - Sport Facility and Event Management Credits: 3 This course focuses on the major components of both facility and event management: planning, financing, marketing, implementing and evaluating. Timely theoretical foundations are integrated with the real world practicality and application to provide a strong foundation in facility and event management. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance in the Master of Science Sport Management Program. Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	SPTM 605 - Dimensions of Diversity and Society in Sport Organizations Credits: 3 This course explores how historical and contemporary forces in society have shaped the opportunities and experiences of various cultural groupings in the realm of sport. In particular, the course will focus on diversity issues as they relate to race, ethnicity, gender, social class, sexuality and physical ability/disability. Careful attention will be paid to the impact and professional challenges surrounding cultural and organizational diversity within sport and society. Examples of possible topics include: Native American names and mascots for sport teams, homophobia in sport, social class stratification in sport, gender equity in collegiate sport, and the expansion of sporting opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance in the Master of Sport Management Program. Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	SPTM 652 - Sport Budgets and Fiscal Practices Credits: 3 The course examines basic financial and managerial accounting concepts including sources of revenue for financing, principles, of budgeting, spreadsheet utilization, and financial management of sport facilities. Additional topics include fundraising principles and methods, economic impact principles and their application to sport venues and events, within intercollegiate, interscholastic, health and fitness facilities, stadiums, and arenas. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance in the Master of Science Sport Management Program. Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	SPTM 653 - Sport Law Credits: 3 This course will provide students with a basic understanding of the legal system and legal issues pertinent to the supervision, management, and business operations in sport and recreation settings. Topics to be discussed include, but are not limited to, negligence, torts, risk management, athlete/agent relationship and governmental compliance. Prerequisite(s): Acceptance in the Master of Science Sport Management Program. Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	SPTM 698 - Internship in Sport Management Credits: 3 Supervised practical work experience in an organization or business related to student’s academic field, area of specialization, or career interest. Students enrolled in class must work a minimum of 450 hours at their internship site. Prerequisite(s): By permission only. Grading: Pass/No Pass Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
World Languages and Cultures
	WLC 522 - Cultural Awareness Training Credits: 3 A practical study of citizenship and professionalism in multicultural and multilingual environments. The course focuses on managing the challenges that cultural and linguistic diversity present to both organizations and individuals. The course is required for the completion of the Cultural Awareness Training Certificate. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Masters of Arts in Second Language Acquisition, Policy, and Culture (MASPC) program or permission from the Director of the MASPC program. Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	WLC 523 - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages Credits: 6 An intensive certificate program that prepares students and professionals to teach English to Speakers of Other Languages. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Masters of Arts in Second Language Acquisition, Policy, and Culture (MASPC) program or permission form the Director of the MASPC program. Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	WLC 611 - Second Language Acquisition Credits: 3 A study of theories, fundamentals, and practices of second language acquisition, with a special emphasis on child language acquisition, bilingualism, ACTFL standards, and theoretical approaches to language learning from behaviorism to emergentism. This course is a requirement for the MASPC. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Masters of Arts in Second Language Acquisition, Policy, and Culture (MASPC) program or permission from the Director of the MASPC program. Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	WLC 613 - Language Assessment Credits: 3 Examines theory, research, and practice of various forms of assessment in the L2 classroom. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the MA in Second Language Acquisition, Policy and Culture Program, or permission from the director of the MASPC program. Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024
	WLC 660 - Practicum, Internship, Instructional Support in Second Language Acquisition, Policy, and Culture Credits: 1-6 An opportunity for job-related experiences in the area of second language acquisition, policy, and culture. Prerequisite(s): Permission of program director Repeatability: Course is repeatable for a maximum of 6 credit hours Term(s) Offered: Check course availability in Spring 2024 Check course availability in First Summer 2024 Check course availability in Second Summer 2024 Check course availability in Fall 2024

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Course Descriptions

SOCW 692 - Advanced Graduate Social Work Project

SOCW 699 - Independent Study

SOC 603 - American Values: Contemporary Debates

SPAN 516 - Spanish-American Novel

SPAN 518 - Spanish American Poetry

SPAN 521 - 20th Century Mexican Novel

SPAN 554 - Golden Age Drama

SPAN 556 - Don Quixote

SPAN 576 - Realism and Naturalism in the Nineteenth-Century Spanish Novel

SPTM 592 - Contemporary Issues in Sport and Exercise

SPTM 604 - Sport Facility and Event Management

SPTM 605 - Dimensions of Diversity and Society in Sport Organizations

SPTM 652 - Sport Budgets and Fiscal Practices

SPTM 653 - Sport Law

SPTM 698 - Internship in Sport Management

WLC 522 - Cultural Awareness Training

WLC 523 - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

WLC 611 - Second Language Acquisition

WLC 613 - Language Assessment

WLC 660 - Practicum, Internship, Instructional Support in Second Language Acquisition, Policy, and Culture