J Term Course Descriptions

** These courses have a travel component.  Instructors strive to keep field trip fee at the advertised price.

ART

ART 281 01 – Design for the Non-Designer (3)
This course introduces students to the Graphic Design field for the non-computer graphic majors. Students will be introduced to the software Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, and Adobe Photoshop to create electronic publishing projects. Emphasis is on introducing basic design principles, layout and creation of the finished file while learning the software. Students will design and produce quality projects that range from single to multiple pages and black and white to color.  Qualifies for Aesthetics Area B
Enrollment: 14

ART 281 02 – Kung Fu Cinema (3)
This course will conduct a historical survey of the kung fu cinema in East Asia, especially in its original soil, China. The students are encouraged to look into the concept of martial arts, the operatic movements, the stylistic evolution, and the contemporary socio-politics in this increasingly globalized genre. By studying iconic films from the silent era (1920s and 30s) to productions in present years (yes, Kung Fu Panda), students are expected to come away with a good understanding of an important component of world cinema, an indigenous aesthetics of “kung fu” in film and beyond, and some knowledge of East Asian history, culture and art in general. (Crosslisted with UDHS 281 05)
Qualifies for WVS III
Enrollment: 8

**ART 368-01 / 368L – Art & Culture of Spain (3)
Field trip fee of $ 1,975 .  Students will travel to Spain and study art and culture of the country.  Cities visited will include Madrid, Aranjuez, Toledo and Barcelona.  At the end of the course, students will demonstrate an understanding of Spanish art and culture.
Qualifies for Aesthetics Area B and Global Awareness Area B
Enrollment:  16     

AVIATION

AVI 435 / AVI 435 L – Ground School Multi-Engine & Lab (3)
Designed to provide the multi-engine pilot candidate with the skills and aeronautical knowledge necessary to operate multi-engine aircraft safely under normal and emergency conditions.  Emphasis placed on systems operations, limitations under normal and emergency conditions, use of flight instruments and instrument navigation systems.  Prerequisite:  AVI 131, FLI 231, or consent of instructor. Enrollment: 12


**AVI 496 – Aviation Policy Seminar & Trip (3)
Field trip fee of $1100. Off-campus meeting arrangements.  Provides opportunities for students to visit Washington, D. C. and interact with government agencies, industry associations, and other interest groups involved in establishing aviation policy.  Students will be required to do advanced reading, attend all programmed events, and prepare a course paper summarizing the Washington experience.  Prerequisite: Junior standing
Enrollment: 12

BIOLOGY

BIO 281 0 1 – Diagnostic Radiology (3)
Students will work with a practicing Dubuque radiologist  who has offered to work with a small number of our pre-med students during J-term to provide them with practical experience in the use of radiology in diagnosis.  Students will be involved in extensive on-site work at the clinic. Students will learn the fundamentals of radiology and test their understanding in diagnosing real cases.
Enrollment: see instructor

BIO 281-02 - Introductory Animal Behavior (3)
Students will explore the founders of modern animal behavior and the current explanations for why animals behave as they do.  Active exploration into animal behavior will include experiments with captive animals and observation and interpretation of wild animals.
Enrollment: 12, instructor persmission required

BUSINESS

BAC 262 01 – Personal Financial Stewardship (3)
This course is designed to make students better financial stewards in their personal and professional environments. The details of tax forms and exemptions, charitable donations, financial planning, and financial markets will be explored. Additional issues regarding compensation, tax deferred accounts and insurance options will be covered as well as credit options, how to finance major purchases and budgeting. Following completion of the course, students will understand the fundamentals of making informed choices regarding spending, saving, borrowing and investing for long-term financial security.
Enrollment: 16

BAC 281 01 – Social Media Marketing (3)
Students will examine strategies and best practices in the field of social media marketing, used to promote organizational marketing objectives to foster brand awareness, preference, and loyalty via an integrated marketing communication approach.  Students will also explore aspects of interactive marketing including ecommerce, search engine marketing and optimization, and will examine developments in the social marketing field.   
Enrollment: 12

BAC 381 01 – Income tax Prep Project (3)
This course will provide the opportunity for students to learn the fundamentals of individual income tax preparation.  Students will practice preparing returns using IRS software and will test online to qualify as certified VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) preparers.  Course includes a three day/two-night trip to downtown Chicago where students will visit the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, the Chicago Federal Reserve, and the tax division of a public accounting firm. This trip will include at least one meal with young professionals who currently live and work in Chicago.  At the conclusion of the course, students will host a VITA income tax preparation clinic where they will prepare tax returns for low income individuals.
Enrollment: 16

BAC 481 01 – Auditing Project (3)
By arrangement with instructor - A project which enables participants to apply auditing knowledge and skills under faculty guidance.  Audits are performed in a real world setting.  Prerequisite: BAC 446  
Enrollment: 12

CHEMISTRY

UDCM 281 01 – CSI DBQ: Forensic Science (3)
CSI:DBQ will use current scientific techniques in a collaborative learning environment. Students will work as teams and as a class to drive their learning by choosing the techniques and theory they need/want to learn. We will discuss the current state of the forensic science field and discuss the biological and chemical theory behind the concepts.  Lab safety and techniques, ethics, chain-of-custody, and courtroom admissibility will be topics discussed.
Enrollment: 16

COMMUNICATION

COM 281 01 - What You Can See In the Dark (3)
The class revolves around creating powerful messaging (i.e. PSAs) via film and visual arts. Students will benefit from a fun and focused film class that captures and instructs all the basics through hands-on training and creative collaboration. Some features include access to local film studios such as Mediacom and an opportunity to work with local filmmakers. (Crosslisted with UDTH 281 04)  Qualifies for WVS III
Enrollment: 6

COMPUTER GRAPHICS & INTERACTIVE MEDIA

CGR 381 01 – Visual FX in 3D
Visual FX in 3D introduces students to the fundamentals of Particle Flow in 3ds max. Students will learn the fundamentals of particle systems, how Particle Flow is structured, the elements of its GUI, and how to create Particle Flows.  The emphasis of the course will be on real world effects, how to approach different effect scenarios in the most efficient manner, how different flow topologies can be used to tackle different effect problems, and how materials are used to produce animated effects.
Enrollment: 14

COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS

CIS 381 01 – Ethical Hacking (3)
Students will be introduced to the world of penetration testing and ethical hacking.  This course will include an overview of Backtrack Linux- a specialized Linux distribution widely used by information security people around the world.  Basic tools included in Backtrack will be discussed and students will gain experience using the Metasploit framework and wifi security tools.  If scheduling allows, the class will attend on optional hacking conference.  Details and costs will be published by the middle of the fall term.  Prerequisites: CIS 338 or CIS 304 or Instructor Permission
Enrollment: 15

CROSS CULTURAL STUDIES

**CCS 368 01 / 368 L – Serve & Learn in the Bahamas (3)
Field trip fee $1500. The Bahamas is an island nation of about 60 islands and 600 cays (smaller islands). Students will spend time in the community of Marsh Harbour on Abaco in the Bahamas and experience what it means to live on a small island that has limited resources. Students will visit and explore unusual natural features such as a Blue Hole, hurricane impacted beaches and offshore cays and learn of the history, government, education system, economy and culture of the Bahamas as a whole and this island in particular. A major part of this course will involve spending time serving alongside the teachers in a special needs school and there will be opportunity to “go beachin” as the Bahamians say.  (Crosslisted with EDU 368 01) Qualifies for Global Awareness Area B and WVS III
Prerequisite:  Permission of Instructor  
Enrollment: 8

**CCS 368 02 / 368 L – Learn, Serve & Explore Belize (3)
Field trip fee, please contact instructor.  This course will provide students with an introduction to Belize by looking at social issues, political and economic status, tourism, healthcare, and human service opportunities.  Students will engage in a community development project.  (Crosslisted with PRF 368-02) Qualifies for Global Awareness Area B and WVS III. 
Non-refundable $200 deposit DUE September 14; Balance DUE by October 12th 
Enrollment: 20

 **CCS 368 03 / 368 L – Fitness Adventure in Key West (3)
Field trip fee $       This course will have students engaging in various fitness activities consisting of: stand-up paddle boarding, snorkeling, parasailing, biking, hiking, and running. Students will participate in a 5K run fundraiser. Additionally, a portion of the course will be an “Adventure Race” where students will use clues to take them on a scavenger-like hunt around Key West. Some of the various legs of the race will include community service projects (e.g., picking up trash). A heavy emphasis will be placed on skill development and safety measures of each activity through instruction and play.  (Crosslisted with HWS 368 01) Qualifies for 1 PE requirement and WVS III
Enrollment: 8

**CCS 368 04 / 368 L – Exploring Nature and Culture of Sri Lanka (3)
Field trip fee of $ 3,300. Students will explore Sri Lankan ecology, environment, conservation conflicts and resolutions as well as art, culture and current political climate.  Students will visit various climatic zones and cultural centers.  Students will interact with local communities in an effort to understand cultural differences and lifestyles. Qualifies for Global Awareness Area B
Non-refundable $ 500 deposit DUE October 15; Balance DUE tbd.
Enrollment:16


**CCS 368 05 / 368 05 L – Health and Culture of Pacific Islanders (3)
Field trip fee of $ _____ .  Students will explore the health and culture of Pacific Islanders (specifically Native Hawaiians and Micronesians including the Marshallese), from a global health perspective.  Particular attention will be given to health, and the impact of politics, economics and culture – examining sources of influence such as the colonial experience, regional and global interdependence, the impact of nuclear testing, and the co-existence of traditional and “modern” values.  These cultures will explored on Oahu and Hawai’i. (Crosslisted with NRS 368 01)  Qualifies for Stewardship
Enrollment: 18

EARTH SCIENCE

ESC 281 01 – Weather and History (3)
This course will focus on historic events and the effect that weather played in the event.  Class will utilize historic weather data, weather maps, and visuals, as appropriate, for the events studied.  During the study, students will become familiar with meteorological basics, weather map interpretation, and techniques of forecasting. Qualifies for Stewardship
Enrollment:16

EDUCATION

EDU 119 01 – Human Relation Skills (3)
Students will develop an awareness and understanding of the various values, culture, history, and contributions of our selves and various identifiable subgroups in our society.  Students will examine the interaction of their own cultural background with racial, gender, legal and ethical issues, the educational setting, and wider social forces.  The course will emphasize how to learn behavior that helps bridge the gap between our cultural differences and interpersonal relationships. Teacher Education students will learn new intercultural instructional methods which will include learning how to supplement curriculum and materials to meet the needs of all students.  Qualifies for Social Development 
Enrollment: see instructor

**EDU 368 01 / 368 L – Service Practicum / Bahamas (3)
Field trip fee $1500. The Bahamas is an island nation of about 60 islands and 600 cays (smaller islands). Students will spend time in the community of Marsh Harbour on Abaco in the Bahamas and experience what it means to live on a small island that has limited resources. Students will visit and explore unusual natural features such as a Blue Hole, hurricane impacted beaches and offshore cays and learn of the history, government, education system, economy and culture of the Bahamas as a whole and this island in particular. A major part of this course will involve spending time serving alongside the teachers in a special needs school and there will be opportunity to “go beachin” as the Bahamians say.  (Crosslisted with CCS 368 01)  Qualifies for Global Awareness Area B and WVS III
Prerequisite:  Permission of Instructor, Education majors only 

ENGLISH

ENG 281 0 2 – Poetry & Performance (3)
Field trip fee $500. The language of discussing poetry is rife with physical metaphors: we speak of the ‘voice’ of the poem, look for sensory detail (images we can ‘see’) and aim to discover the ‘heart’ of a poem. Performed poetry removes the layer of metaphor and focuses on the physicality of the body as key in the writing, presentation and interpretation of poems. In this course, students will engage in the work of transposing the poem from a written object to an embodied performance in addition to writing and critiquing poems. Through experimentation with a range of performance techniques students will experience the movement of poetry from ‘page’ to ‘stage.’
Enrollment: 9

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE

**EVS 256 01 / EVS 256 L – Nevada Geological Excursion (3)
Field trip fee $1725.  Students will travel to Las Vegas, Nevada and partake of activities in the natural areas surrounding the city.  Activities include skydiving, hiking at Red Rocks and Death Valley, biking at Lake Mead, a visit to the Hoover Dam and even a show in Las Vegas. Qualifies for Stewardship
Enrollment: see instructor

EVS 370 01 – Winter Wildlife Research (4)
By arrangement with instructor

FLIGHT
(Flight Courses may be taken during J-Term but do not fulfill J-Term requirement)


FLI 131 01 – Flight Training I (3)

FLI 132 01 – Flight Training – Commercial Cross-Country (2)

FLI 231 01 – Flight Training – Instrument (3)

FLI 232 01 – Flight Training – Commercial Maneuvers (2)

FLI 235 01 – Fixed Wing – Private Pilot (2)

FLI 334 01 – Flight Training – Complex Aircraft (2)

FLI 337 01 – Fixed Wing TransComm/Instrument (3)

FLI 338 01 – Fixed Wing Transition (Instr) (1)

FLI 340 01 – Currency & Refresher (1)

FLI 431 01 – Flight Training – CFI Airplane (2)

FLI 432 01 – Flight Training – CFI Instrument (1)

FLI 433 01 – Flight Training – Multi-Engine CFI (1)

FLI 435 01 – Flight Training – Multi-Engine (2)

HEALTH, WELLNESS & SPORT

HWS 105 01 – Sociological & Historical Foundation of American Sport (3)
Students  will explore the different issues of sport in America, including: gender, race, class, the media, deviance in sport, and the economic impacts of sport. Students will learn about how sports influence society, and also delve into the inequalities that exist in our culture through the lens of athletics.
Enrollment: 16

HWS 110 01 / HWS 210 01 – Methods of Coaching Volleyball (2) / Volleyball (1)
This dual course offering will provide students with a hands-on approach to the art and methods of coaching and playing volleyball.  Students will learn volleyball techniques, such as serving, passing, hitting, blocking, and defense and about various offense and defense strategies as well as player positions. Students will engage in designing drills, constructing, and running practices and will learn about scouting opponents and assessing prospective recruits.  Upon completion of this course, students will be able to design drills, run practices, critique performance, construct line-ups based on offense and defensive strategies, and perform fundamental to advance volleyball skills.  Qualifies for 1 PE requirement and partial fulfillment of a coaching endorsement
Enrollment: 16

HWS 110 02 / HWS 210 02 – Methods of Coaching Baseball & Softball (2) / Baseball & Softball (1)
This dual course offering will provide students with a hands-on approach to the art and methods of coaching and playing baseball and softball.  Students will learn the many different coaching tactics, understand the means for delivery, examine the roles and responsibilities for each position player, and build a strength training program. Students will design practice drills, review game film to critique game strategy and engage in extensive game play.  Upon completion of this course, students will be able to analyze performance on the field & in the practice setting. Students will also learn through performance the rules, etiquette, strategies, techniques, and skills of the sport.   Qualifies for 1 PE requirement and partial fulfillment of a coaching endorsement
Enrollment:  16

HWS 110 03 / HWS 210 03 – Methods of Coaching Football, Defense (2) / Football (1)
Students must enroll in both courses.  This course package offers students the methods and skills of coaching football, with an emphasis on defense, but it also offers students the opportunity to develop certain techniques and skills so that they themselves can both execute and teach the football skill-set.
 Qualifies for 1 PE requirement and partial fulfillment of a coaching endorsement
Enrollment:  

 HWS 110 04 / HWS 210 04 – Methods of Coaching Football, Offense (2) / Football (1)
Students must enroll in both courses.  This course package offers students the methods and skills of coaching football, with an emphasis on offense, but it also offers students the opportunity to develop certain techniques and skills so that they themselves can both execute and teach the football skill-set.
Qualifies for 1 PE requirement and partial fulfillment of a coaching endorsement
Enrollment:  16

HWS 110 05 / HWS 210 05 - Methods of Coaching Track & Field / Track & Field (3)
This dual course will provide in-depth instruction and demonstration of coaching, strength & conditioning, meet management, leadership, and goal setting techniques relative to the sport of track & field.  Students will gain knowledge in all event areas including: sprints, hurdles, jumps, throws, and distance as well as the ability to apply that knowledge in a practice setting after completion of the course. Qualifies for 1 PE requirement and partial fulfillment of a coaching endorsement
Enrollment: 16

HWS 202 01 – Management of Sports Facilities and Event Management (3)
Students will visit various athletic facilities to study the management and operational procedures of the facility.  Areas to be examined include stadiums, arenas, and fitness centers.  Students will visit facilities in the immediate Dubuque area as well as in the tri-state area.
Enrollment: 16

HWS 281 01 – Racquet Sports (3)
This course consists of three units of popular racquet sports: badminton, pickle ball, and tennis. Heavy emphasis will be placed on skill development and strategy of each of these activities through instruction and tournament play. Fitness and conditioning activities will also be addressed. Students will learn the history, rules, etiquette, and scoring as well as play each sport, focusing on fitness and proper skill execution. The course will culminate in a tournament-like competition in which students will be responsible for setting up equipment and managing tournament play. Qualifies for 1 PE requirement 
Enrollment: 16

HWS 281 02 – Quest for the Cup (3)
Learn about and experience how Dubuque brought USHL Hockey back to Dubuque.  In one short year, a rink was built and the Fighting Saints won the Championship Clark Cup!  From fundraising for the rink, to hoisting the Clark Cup, find out how it all happened.  Get an inside look at Hockey Operations, including marketing, fundraising, practices, off-ice workouts and even skate yourself and attend two Fighting Saints games.
Enrollment: 16

HWS 281 03 – Outdoor Winter Adventures (3)
This course will introduce students to outdoor cold weather activities so that they can safely and confidently be active outside in the winter months.  This course will include some challenging and extreme activities.  Students will be able to snowshoe, utilize ropes (rappel, climb, and zip line), ski and/or snowboard, and gain exposure to orienteering with use of a map & compass.  Students will learn the appropriate clothing, gear and other equipment necessary for safety, warmth, and performance during cold weather activities.  Students will also survive a full night of outdoor winter camping, utilizing the skills they have been learning & practicing. Qualifies for 1 PE requirement
Enrollment: 16

HWS 341 01 – Prevention & Care of Athletic Injuries (3)
Students will learn to make educated and informed medical decisions in the field of athletics. Students will learn to recognize signs of medical emergency as well as how to handle these situations. Students will also learn the etiology, pathology, signs & symptoms, and treatment for the most common orthopedic injuries, as well as how to prevent injuries including taping, bracing, preventative exercises.
Enrollment: 16

HWS 342 01 -  Management & Leadership in Sports Organizations (3)
Description coming soon!
Enrollment: 16

**HWS 368 01 – Fitness Adventure in Key West (3)
Field Trip fee $             .  This course will have students engaging in various fitness activities consisting of: stand-up paddle boarding, snorkeling, parasailing, biking, hiking, and running. Students will participate in a 5K run fundraiser. Additionally, a portion of the course will be an “Adventure Race” where students will use clues to take them on a scavenger-like hunt around Key West. Some of the various legs of the race will include community service projects (e.g., picking up trash). A heavy emphasis will be placed on skill development and safety measures of each activity through instruction and play. (Crosslisted with CCS 368-03) Qualifies for 1 PE requirement and WVS III
Enrollment: 8

HISTORY

**UDHS 281 01 – Freedom Riders (3)
Field trip fee $ 700.  This course is an in-depth review of the integration of interstate bus travel. The review begins with the arrest of Irene Morgan, a Black woman from Maryland who refused to give up her seat to a White person, then chronicles the Journey of Reconciliation (1947), non-violent integrated bus riders, subsequent litigation and legislation, culminating in the exploration of the Freedom Rides of the 60s. Students will actually relive part of the first Civil Rights era Freedom ride through Tennessee, Alabama, and Mississippi, seeing the actual sites where the riders were beaten, jailed, and subjected to arson of their bus.  (Crosslisted with SOC 281 03)  Qualifies for WVS III
Enrollment: 8

**UDHS 281 02 – Hail to the Chief / History of the American Presidency (3)
Field trip fee $1000.  This course will explore the history of the office of president of the United States and the people who have served as president.  Students will spend about a week in Washington D.C. attending the inaugural events and visiting sites associated with the presidents. (Crosslisted with UDMS 281 01) Qualifies for WVS III
Enrollment: 8

 UDHS 281 03 - Cultural History of the 1980's (3)
The 1980's have had a significant impact on current policy, politics and popular culture as well as societal views and values.  In this course, students will explore how the culture and events of the 1980's have shaped and influenced the world in which we live.  Students will explore economics, politics, music and movies of the decade and how they represented the values of that time.  The course will culminate with 80's Fest so dig out your leg warmers and acid-washed jeans today!  (Crosslisted with SOC 281 02) Qualifies for WVS III
Enrollment: 8

UDHS 281 04  - History of Women in Film (3)
Students will learn about the roles of women in the history of film.  The differences and similarities in women’s roles in film from 1950 ~ present day will be highlighted. Students will also study how each decade dictated the films offered for viewing through the timeframes studied.
(Crosslisted with SOC 281 01)  Qualifies for WVS III 
Enrollment: 8

UDHS 281 05 – Kung Fu Cinema (3)
This course will conduct a historical survey of the kung fu cinema in East Asia, especially in its original soil, China. The students are encouraged to look into the concept of martial arts, the operatic movements, the stylistic evolution, and the contemporary socio-politics in this increasingly globalized genre. By studying iconic films from the silent era (1920s and 30s) to productions in present years (yes, Kung Fu Panda), students are expected to come away with a good understanding of an important component of world cinema, an indigenous aesthetics of “kung fu” in film and beyond, and some knowledge of East Asian history, culture and art in general. (Crosslisted with ART 281 02) 
Qualifies for WVS III
Enrollment: 8

J-TERM

JTM 182 01 – J-Term Service and Learning (3)
By arrangement with instructor

LIBERAL STUDIES

LST 455 01 – Service Learning / Liberal Studies (3)
By arrangement with instructor

LST 492 01 – Independent Research / Liberal Studies (cv)
By arrangement with instructor

MILITARY SCIENCE

MIL 281 01 – Introduction to Tactical Leadership Training (3)
A challenging course focused on the introducing students to the fundamentals of Army leadership through small unit tactics at the team and squad level.  At the conclusion of this course, you will have observed and participated capable of planning, coordinating, navigating, motivating and leading a team or squad in the execution of a tactical mission during a Situational Training Exercises (STX) in a field environment. Addition learning opportunities not covered due to time constraints during the regular school year will be explored such as rifle marksmanship and additional land navigation.  Successful completion of this course will help prepare MSIII cadets for success at the ROTC Leader Development and Assessment Course (LDAC) which you will attend this summer at Fort Lewis, WA.  This course will be experiential and will include many hours of tactical instruction in a field environment. Cadets will receive continued systematic and specific feedback on your leader attributes values and core leader competencies from your instructor and other ROTC cadre and MS IV Cadets who will evaluate you using the ROTC Leader Development Program (LDP) model.
Enrollment: 50

MIL 381 01 – Tactical Leadership Training (3)
A challenging course focused on the practical application of the fundamentals of Army leadership through small unit tactics at the team and squad level.  At the conclusion of this course, you will be capable of planning, coordinating, navigating, motivating and leading a team or squad in the execution of a tactical mission during a Situational Training Exercises (STX) in a field environment. Addition learning opportunities not covered due to time constraints during the regular school year will be explored such as rifle marksmanship and additional land navigation.  Successful completion of this course will help prepare MSIII cadets for success at the ROTC Leader Development and Assessment Course (LDAC) which you will attend this summer at Fort Lewis, WA.  This course will be experiential and will include many hours of tactical instruction in a field environment. Cadets will receive continued systematic and specific feedback on your leader attributes values and core leader competencies from your instructor and other ROTC cadre and MS IV Cadets who will evaluate you using the ROTC Leader Development Program (LDP) model.
Enrollment: 30

MIL 481 01 – Evaluating Leadership in Tactical Environment (3)
A challenging course focused on teaching, observing, measuring, evaluating, and developing the fundamentals of Army leadership through small unit tactics at the team and squad level.  At the conclusion of this course, you will be capable of teaching others to plan, coordinate, navigate, and motivate a team or squad in the art of leading troops in tactical scenarios.  Students will additionally have opportunities to learn to plan and lead training in opportunities not covered due to time constraints during the regular school year. Successful completion of this course will help prepare MSIV cadets to successfully plan training, lead troops, and professionally develop soldiers.  This course will be experiential and will include many hours of tactical instruction in a field environment. You will learn to give continued systematic and specific feedback on leader attributes values and core leader competencies to junior Cadets that you will evaluate you using the ROTC Leader Development Program (LDP) model.
Enrollment: 30

MUSIC

**UDMS 281 01 – Hail to the Chief / History of the American Presidency (3)
Field trip fee $1000.  This course will explore the history of the office of president of the United States and the people who have served as president.  Students will spend about a week in Washington D.C. attending the inaugural events and visiting sites associated with the presidents. (Crosslisted with UDHS 281 02) Qualifies for WVS III
Enrollment: 8

NURSING

NRS 306 01 – Nursing Care / End of Life (3)
Nursing students will gain knowledge of particular end-of-life needs and the evidence-based assessment and interventions needed to improve the quality of the end-of-life experience for patients and their families.
Enrollment: 35


**NRS 368 01 / 368 01 L – Health and Culture of Pacific Islanders (3)
Field trip fee of $ _____ .  Students will explore the health and culture of Pacific Islanders (specifically Native Hawaiians and Micronesians including the Marshallese), from a global health perspective.  Particular attention will be given to health, and the impact of politics, economics and culture – examining sources of influence such as the colonial experience, regional and global interdependence, the impact of nuclear testing, and the co-existence of traditional and “modern” values.  These cultures will explored on Oahu and Hawai’i. (Crosslisted with CCS 368  05)  Qualifies for Stewardship
Enrollment: 18

PROFESSIONAL STUDIES

PRF 281 01- Take This Career and Love It! (3)
This course will provide students the opportunity to develop their career plan, while networking and engaging with local employers within the Dubuque area.  The course will cover such topics as the following: finding the hidden job market thru networking; developing such documents as an eye catching resume and cover letter; strategies to prepare for the job search; interview techniques and career preparation; as well as, social media and you.  Students will apply these skills and techniques to enhance their career development and vocational calling.  Students will participate in employer site visits throughout the community of Dubuque and have an opportunity to engage in conversation with guest speakers.
Enrollment: 9

**PRF 368 02 / 368 L – Learn, Serve & Explore Belize (3)
Field trip fee, please contact instructor.  This course will provide students with an introduction to Belize by looking at social issues, political and economic status, tourism, healthcare, and human service opportunities.  Students will engage in a community development project.  (Crosslisted with CCS 368-02) Qualifies for Global Awareness Area B and WVS III. 
Non-refundable $200 deposit DUE September 14; Balance DUE by October 12th 
Enrollment: 20

RELIGION

REL 118 01 - Religion at the Movies (3)
Students in this course will explore the topic of "Reconciliation" through film. Reconciliation with God, with self, with creation, and especially with others in the human family, addressing racial, religious and economic barriers, will be explored.  Students will view film and examine portions of the Gospels and Pauline Epistles that focus on the theme of reconciliation, as well as a few contemporary essays/book excerpts. Qualifies for Judeo-Christian Tradition
Enrollment: 16

REL 281 02 - Gospel of Mark (3)
Students will engage Christian Scripture as a witness to the reality and presence of the Living God through a focused reading of one book of the Bible, the Gospel of Mark, the engagement of which will include both individual studies and communal discernment and conversation from the class as a whole. Through this course, students will be able to read and analyze difficult passages of the Bible and learn how to appropriately utilize available research tools.  Students will gain relevant knowledge of Mark’s Gospel, develop critical thinking skills of observing, comparing, summarizing, and interpreting texts and speak to their experience of studying Mark and/or the God to whom Mark bears witness. Qualifies for Judeo-ChristianTradition
Enrollment: 16

SOCIOLOGY

SOC 281 01 - History of Women in Film (3)
(Course fee $ 20) Students will learn about the roles of women in the history of film.  The differences and similarities in women’s roles in film from 1950 ~ present day will be highlighted. Students will also study how each decade dictated the films offered for viewing through the timeframes studied.
(Crosslisted with UDHS 281 04)  Qualifies for WVS III 
Enrollment: 8


SOC 281 02 - Cultural History of the 1980's (3)
The 1980's have had a significant impact on current policy, politics and popular culture as well as societal views and values.  In this course, students will explore how the culture and events of the 1980's have shaped and influenced the world in which we live.  Students will explore economics, politics, music and movies of the decade and how they represented the values of that time.  The course will culminate with 80's Fest so dig out your leg warmers and acid-washed jeans today!  (Crosslisted with UDHS 281 03) Qualifies for WVS III
Enrollment: 8

**SOC 281 03 – Freedom Riders (3)
Field trip fee $ 700.  This course is an in-depth review of the integration of interstate bus travel. The review begins with the arrest of Irene Morgan, a Black woman from Maryland who refused to give up her seat to a White person, then chronicles the Journey of Reconciliation (1947), non-violent integrated bus riders, subsequent litigation and legislation, culminating in the exploration of the Freedom Rides of the 60s. Students will actually relive part of the first Civil Rights era Freedom ride through Tennessee, Alabama, and Mississippi, seeing the actual sites where the riders were beaten, jailed, and subjected to arson of their bus.  (Crosslisted with UDHS 281 03)  Qualifies for WVS III
Enrollment: 8

SOCIOLOGY / CRIMINAL JUSTICE

SCJ 281 01 - Mediation (3)
Mediation is a method of negotiating which utilizes the presence of a neutral third party.  Public and private entities are using this form of alternative dispute resolution with greater frequency.  In fact, in some states courts require that certain disputes are mediated before they proceed to trial.  Students will learn the purpose, process, and advantages of mediation, while refining their negotiation and advocacy skills.  Students will practice mediating disputes from the vantage points of the three primary participants: advocate, client, and mediator.  Students will mediate actual disputes between private parties (contingent on judicial approval). 
Enrollment: 18

SCJ 281 02 - Motor Vehicle Collision Analysis (3)
Course fee $ 100.  Students in this course will study the tools of psychology, physics, math, drafting, photography, evidence, and surveying to understand causation factors of a motor vehicle accident.  Students will be exposed to a variety of scenarios to analyze.  Scenarios include desktop and outdoor activities.  Emphasis will be placed on the knowledge of the breakdown of the highway transportation system and how a collision is a result of that breakdown.  The final project will be documentation and evaluation of a mock collision scene.  No prerequisites.
Enrollment: 12


SCJ 281 03 - UD's Iron Chef: Food and Ethnicity (3)
Description coming soon!
Enrollment: 20

SCJ 281 04 – Basic Death Investigation (3)
This course is designed to present the basic topics in forensic pathology, such as autopsies, cause and manners of death, sharp force trauma, blunt force trauma, gunshot wounds, child abuse, drug related death, motor vehicle crashes, among others.  Students will take part in a mock death investigation and will present their case during a coroner’s inquest simulation.
Enrollment: 15


THEATRE 

**UDTH 220 01 - Storytelling & Performance Literature (3)
Course fee tbd.  Travel to Hawaii - course description coming soon!
Enrollment:  10

UDTH 281 01 - So, You Want to Dance? (3)
Students will learn a variety of basic dance forms, including (but not limited to) the Fox Trot, Grand Waltz, Jive, Quick Step and Tango.  They may then elect to "compete" or perform for a panel of informal judges who will rank the top 3 sets of dancers and award prizes!
Enrollment: 12


UDTH 281 02 - Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre (3)
Students will prepare a murder mystery improvisation production to be performed during the 2nd week of the spring semester in the cafeteria during the dinner hour.  Characters will be selected, costumed, and rehearsed, but the dinner guests will not know who the murderer is until the end of the dinner!  This is the only J-Term course where an Incomplete grade is allowed.
Enrollment: audition with instructor

UDTH 281 03 - Cinema: Screwball Comedy and Film Noir (3)
Students will be introduced to two original—starkly contrasting—American film genres, screwball comedy and film noir. Both forms flourished during the first half of the twentieth century and continue to exercise an outsize influence on American as well as world cinema. In addition to learning the history and conventions of the genres, students will study the technical and artistic workings of cinema in order to understand how and why such films were made. Class will be devoted to film showings, lectures, discussion, and to collaborative presentations on a film of your choice. Get ready, as your understanding of film is about to change—irrevocably! Qualifies for Aesthetics Area B
Enrollment: 16

UDTH 281 04 - What You Can See In the Dark (3)
The class revolves around creating powerful messaging (i.e. PSAs) via film and visual arts. Students will benefit from a fun and focused film class that captures and instructs all the basics through hands-on training and creative collaboration. Some features include access to local film studios such as Mediacom and an opportunity to work with local filmmakers. (Crosslisted with COM 281 01) Qualifies for WVS III
Enrollment: 6