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NOTE TO STUDENTS: Unless otherwise noted in the course descriptions below, all URI online courses are taught using Sakai.
All courses listed on this page are taught entirely on-line. Several independent studies and internships listed here use the online course shell in lieu of face-to-face meetings between student and advisor/instructor. If the instructor has provided additional information about the class, a link will appear under the course listing pointing to the file.
NOTE TO INSTRUCTORS: You are welcome to provide extended course descriptions in any of three different formats: a plain-text file or e-mail; an HTML file (with supporting subfolders and files if required); or a link to a web page or a page in any Sakai site or academic course that you have made "publicly viewable." Send to Brett Rutherford at brutherford@mail.uri.edu.
AFRICAN & AFRICAN-AMERICAN STUDIES
Intro to Afro-American Culture (3 Units)
AAF 202 -- Section 1000 -- Course
# 3190
This course runs from May 24 to June 25, 2010.
Intro to Afro-American Culture. Interdisciplinary survey of the social origins of Afro-American culture.
Instructor: Rae Ferguson
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
erferguson@mail.uri.edu
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE
Intro to Multicultural Psych (3 Units)
AAF 399 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1582
Also listed as: PSY 399
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Intro to Multicultural Psychology. Introductory course focusing on multiculturalism as a major paradigm. Emphasizes the meaning of multiculturalism and associated principles, concepts, and sociocultural factors as related to assessment, intervention, and research.
Instructor: Shanette M. Harris
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
sharris@mail.uri.edu
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE
Urban Problems (3 Units)
AAF 466 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1604
Also listed as: PSC 466
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Urban Problems. Contemporary and emerging problems of urban affairs. Discussion, reading, and assignments on the interaction among urban change, development of social institutions, and formation of public policy.
Instructor: Marshall M. Feldman
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
marsh@uri.edu
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE
BUSINESS
Bus Computing Appl. (3 Units)
BUS 110 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1592
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Business Computing Applications. Applications and concepts relevant to computers and a management systems, including communication, spreadsheet, word processing, and internet software. Note: this online course is not taught using Sakai. Periodic visits to the Kingston campus will be required. Please click on the "Class Information" link below for information about how to locate and log on to the class.
Pre-requisite: Open only to students with BU code or permission of instructor.
Instructor: Stuart A. Westin
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
westin@uri.edu
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE
Intl Bus Comm Exch (3 Units)
BUS 317 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1556
Also listed as: COM 354
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
International Business Communication Exchange. Examination of effective international business communication. Use of worldwide e-mail network to exchange views on business topics with counterparts abroad. Pre-requisite: junior or senior standing or permission of instructor. Sophomores or higher are eligible to enroll in this course.
Instructor: Norbert Mundorf
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
mundorf@uri.edu
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE
Internship Bus Admin (3 Units)
BUS 493 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1024
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Internship in Business Administration. Approved, supervised work experience with participation in management and problem solving related to the student's major field. Internships with approximately 120 hours of field experience and 20 hours of class work are provided by the college's internship program. (Practicum).
Pre: senior standing, admission into internship program, and permission of instructor. Not for graduate credit. S/U
Instructor: Amy L. Weinstein
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
awein@etal.uri.edu
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Internship Bus Admin (3 Units)
BUS 493 -- Section 3100 -- Course
# 1106
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Internship in Business Administration. Approved, supervised work experience with participation in management and problem solving related to the student's major field. Internships with approximately 120 hours of field experience and 20 hours of class work are provided by the college's internship program. (Practicum).
Pre: senior standing, admission into internship program, and permission of instructor. Not for graduate credit. S/U
Instructor: Amy L. Weinstein
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
awein@etal.uri.edu
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE
COMMUNICATION STUDIES
Interpersonal Communication (3 Units)
COM 221 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1518
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Interpersonal Communication. Examines basic theory and skills, including impact of perception, self-concept, listening, nonverbal messages, and language on interpersonal communication, including conflict, relationship development, friendship, family and romantic relationships. Only Communication Studies, Applied Communications or Public Relations majors are eligible to enroll in this class.
Instructor: Vincent R. Petronio
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
petronio@uri.edu
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Interpersonal Communication (3 Units)
COM 221 -- Section 3100 -- Course
# 3137
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Interpersonal Communication. Examines basic theory and skills, including impact of perception, self-concept, listening, nonverbal messages, and language on interpersonal communication, including conflict, relationship development, friendship, family and romantic relationships. Only Communication Studies, Applied Communications or Public Relations majors are eligible to enroll in this class.
Instructor: Vincent R. Petronio
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
petronio@uri.edu
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Small Group Communication (3 Units)
COM 251 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1520
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Small Group Communication. The study of communicative functions in the small group setting. Includes group dynamics, leadership, problem solving, and decision-making. Emphasis on theory and application. Only Communication Studies, Applied Communications or Public Relations majors are eligible to enroll in this class.
Instructor: Crystal Fonseca
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
cfons@mail.uri.edu
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Small Group Communication (3 Units)
COM 251 -- Section 3100 -- Course
# 3138
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Small Group Communication. The study of communicative functions in the small group setting. Includes group dynamics, leadership, problem solving, and decision-making. Emphasis on theory and application. Only Communication Studies, Applied Communications or Public Relations majors are eligible to enroll in this class.
Instructor: Crystal Fonseca
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
cfons@mail.uri.edu
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Contemp Oral Communication (3 Units)
COM 310 -- Section 1000 -- Course
# 3194
This course runs from May 24 to June 25, 2010.
Contemporary Oral Communication. We live in an increasingly visual world. Commerce, politics, and entertainment rely on visuals to convey images across different languages. Global society is permeated by images that are the result of influences from diverse cultures. This course will explore the impact of visual communication in entertainment, information and advertising with special emphasis on globalization. We will analyze how meaning is created for visuals in TV, motion pictures, video, and the Internet, and how this meaning is transformed as a visual enters different cultures.
Case studies of the use of visuals for information, entertainment, and advertising across different cultures will be discussed. Students will analyze visual messages that are designed to be effective in a global environment.
Pre: Student must have an Academic Plan of Communication Studies, Public Relations or BGS Applied Communications.
Instructor: Joanne Mundorf
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
jmundorf@uri.edu
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Contemp Oral Communication (3 Units)
COM 310 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1522
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Contemporary Oral Communication. Topic: The Rhetoric of Geeks and Dorks in Media Communications.
Instructor: Lisa McClure
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
lisamcc@mail.uri.edu
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Contemp Oral Communication (3 Units)
COM 310 -- Section 3100 -- Course
# 1720
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Contemporary Oral Communication. Topic: The Rhetoric of Geeks and Dorks in Media Communications.
Instructor: Lisa McClure
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
lisamcc@mail.uri.edu
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Contemp Oral Communication (3 Units)
COM 310 -- Section 3200 -- Course
# 3139
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Contemporary Oral Communication. Analysis of contemporary rhetorical theories as they relate to speaking in business, civil rights, education, government, labor, law, and religion. Focus each semester on a critical contemporary issue. Some topics may be offered online. Prerequisite: junior standing in a degree-granting college or permission of instructor. May be repeated for credit.
Instructor: Richardson Smith
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
ricksmith@mail,uri.edu
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Rhetorical Criticism (3 Units)
COM 316A -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1630
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Rhetorical Criticism. Study of select methods in the evaluation of communication. Critical methods include but are not limited to rhetorical, media, cultural, and various critical theories of race and gender. Prerequisite: 202 and 208 or 209 or 210 and junior standing in a degree-granting college or permission of instructor. May not be repeated.
Instructor: Adam D. Roth
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
adamroth@mail.uri.edu
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Gender and Communication (3 Units)
COM 322 -- Section 1000 -- Course
# 1552
This course runs from May 24 to June 25, 2010.
Gender and Communication. Survey of theories and research on gender and communication. Examines interface of gender and human interaction in interpersonal, group (Including family), educational, organizational, mass media, and social movement contexts.
Instructor: Kathleen Torrens
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
kmtorrens@uri.edu
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Gender and Communication (3 Units)
COM 322 -- Section 1100 -- Course
# 1586
This course runs from May 24 to June 25, 2010.
Gender and Communication. Survey of theories and research on gender and communication. Examines interface of gender and human interaction in interpersonal, group (Including family), educational, organizational, mass media, and social movement contexts.
Instructor: Kathleen Torrens
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
kmtorrens@uri.edu
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Soc & Cultural Aspects of Media (3 Units)
COM 346 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 3143
This course runs from .
Social and Cultural Aspects of Media. Explores social and cultural dimensions of media. Includes case studies of print, television, film, video, and computer-mediated communication. Prerequisite: junior standing in a degree-granting college or permission of instructor.
Instructor: Jason K. Smith
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
jason_smith@mail.uri.edu
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE
Intl Bus Comm Exch (3 Units)
COM 354 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1554
Also listed as: BUS 317
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
International Business Communication Exchange. Examination of effective international business communication. Use of worldwide e-mail network to exchange views on business topics with counterparts abroad. Pre-requisite: junior or senior standing or permission of instructor. Sophomores or higher are eligible to enroll in this course.
Instructor: Norbert Mundorf
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
mundorf@uri.edu
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE
Intercultural Communication (3 Units)
COM 361 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1516
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Intercultural Communication. Study of cultural similarities and differences as they affect communication within and across cultural boundaries.
Instructor: Joanne R. Mundorf
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
jmundorf@uri.edu
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Research Methods Communication (3 Units)
COM 381 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1558
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Research Methods in Communication. Basic concepts and techniques of communication research. Emphasis on analysis of existing communication research and on application of research processes to communication problems or phenomena. Only Communication Studies, Applied Communications or Public Relations majors are eligible to enroll in this class.
Pre-requisite: 202(101) and 221(103), or permission of instructor. Only Communication Studies, Applied Communications or Public Relations majors are eligible to enroll in this class and COM 202 (101) and COM 221 (103).
Instructor: Abran J Salazar
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
abran_salazar@uri.edu
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Research Methods Communication (3 Units)
COM 381 -- Section 3100 -- Course
# 1650
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Research Methods in Communication. Basic concepts and techniques of communication research. Emphasis on analysis of existing communication research and on application of research processes to communication problems or phenomena. Only Communication Studies, Applied Communications or Public Relations majors are eligible to enroll in this class.
Pre-requisite: 202(101) and 221(103), or permission of instructor. Only Communication Studies, Applied Communications or Public Relations majors are eligible to enroll in this class and COM 202 (101) and COM 221 (103).
Instructor: Norbert Mundorf
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
mundorf@uri.edu
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Communication Theory (3 Units)
COM 382 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1626
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Communication Theory. A critical survey of social science-based communication theories; an examination of the nature, processes, and functions of communication theory in a variety of contexts.
Instructor: Abran J. Salazar
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
abran_salazar@uri.edu
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Rhetorical Theory (3 Units)
COM 383 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1628
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Rhetorical Theory. Surveys and analyzes rhetorical communication theories and theorists from classical to contemporary times and focuses on rhetoric’s relationship with philosophy, knowledge, reason, science, technology, and culture. Pre-requisite: 202 and 221 or 210 recommended.
Instructor: Kevin R. McClure
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
kmcclure@uri.edu
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Rhetoric of Sports (3 Units)
COM 414 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1572
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Rhetoric of American Sports in Film. Students identify and analyze rhetorical messages embedded in films that deal with sports as reflections of the film-maker's vision by applying film and rhetorical theory.
Instructor: Stephen C. Wood
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
docwood@uri.edu
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Rhetoric of Sports (3 Units)
COM 414 -- Section 3100 -- Course
# 1574
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Rhetoric of American Sports in Film. Students identify and analyze rhetorical messages embedded in films that deal with sports as reflections of the film-maker's vision by applying film and rhetorical theory.
Instructor: Stephen C. Wood
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
docwood@uri.edu
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE
Ethics of Persuasion (3 Units)
COM 415 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1698
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
The Ethics of Persuasion. Relation of persuasion to ethics is examined. Purposes, means, results, and contexts are considered in making rhetorical judgments of interpersonal, political, and institutional communication. Pre-requisite: junior standing in a degree-granting college or permission of instructor.
Instructor: Kevin R. McClure
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
kmcclure@uri.edu
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Race, Class & Gender in Media (3 Units)
COM 441 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1576
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Race, Class & Gender in Media. Exploration of the complex dynamics of race relations and political discourse as contexted in the media. Rhetorical methods of analysis are used to study contemporary media coverage of race issues.
Instructor: Richardson Smith
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
ricksmith@mail.uri.edu
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE
Communication & Global Society (3 Units)
COM 462 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1578
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Communication & Global Society. Exploring how to manage cultural differences in organizations and to adapt to culturally diverse organizations by applying the skills of intercultural sensitivity and intercultural competence.
Instructor: Guo-Ming Chen
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
gmchen@uri.edu
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE
COMMUNITY PLANNING SCIENCE
Intro Urban Geo: Undstnd Cities (3 Units)
CPL 202 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 3051
Also listed as: GEG202
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Introduction to Urban Geography: Understanding Cities. Introduction to urbanization processes, primarily in North America; national settlement systems; intra urban form; migration, racial, ethnic, gender, and class segregation; urban economics; environmental issues; planning and governance; urban applications of GIS.
Instructor: Farhad Atash
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
fatash@mail.uri.edu
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE
Intro Urban Geo: Undstnd Cities (3 Units)
CPL 202 -- Section 3100 -- Course
# 3053
Also listed as: GEG202
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Introduction to Urban Geography: Understanding Cities. Introduction to urbanization processes, primarily in North America; national settlement systems; intra urban form; migration, racial, ethnic, gender, and class segregation; urban economics; environmental issues; planning and governance; urban applications of GIS.
Instructor: Farhad Atash
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
fatash@mail.uri.edu
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE
COMPUTER SCIENCE
Computing Concepts (4 Units)
CSC 101 -- Section 1000 -- Course
# 2180
This course runs from May 24 to June 25, 2010.
Computing Concepts. Capabilities and limitations of computers. Applications of computers in today’s society. Overview of computing systems and programs. Students will complete several projects using a computer.
Instructor: Jessica W. Barrett
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
jbarrett@cs.uri.edu
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE
Computing Concepts (4 Units)
CSC 101 -- Section 2000 -- Course
# 2680
This course runs from June 28 to July 30, 2010.
Computing Concepts. Capabilities and limitations of computers. Applications of computers in today’s society. Overview of computing systems and programs. Students will complete several projects using a computer.
Instructor: Jessica W. Barrett
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
jbarrett@cs.uri.edu
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE
ECONOMICS
Introduction to Economics (3 Units)
ECN 100 -- Section 2000 -- Course
# 1710
This course runs from June 28 to July 30, 2010.
Introduction to Economics. General overview of concepts economists employ to address issues of public policy. Description of major institutions of present-day American economy. Historical approach to subject matter.
Instructor: Richard McIntyre
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
mcintyre@uri.edu
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Prin of Econ: Microeconomics (3 Units)
ECN 201 -- Section 1200 -- Course
# 2152
This course runs from May 24 to June 25, 2010.
Principles of Economics: Microeconomics. Principles underlying resource allocation, production, and income distribution in a market economy. Topics include demand and supply, consumer behavior, firm behavior, market structure, and elementary welfare analysis. Institutional foundations explored.
Instructor: Glenworth A. Ramsay
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
ramsay@uri.edu
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Prin of Econ: Macroeconomics (3 Units)
ECN 202 -- Section 2100 -- Course
# 2664
This course runs from June 28 to July 30, 2010.
Principles of Economics: Macroeconomics. Principles underlying aggregate demand and aggregate supply in a market economy. Topics include national income determination, inflation, unemployment, economic growth, and international trade. Institutional foundations explored.
Instructor: Arthur C. Mead
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
acmead@uri.edu
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Prin of Econ: Macroeconomics (3 Units)
ECN 202 -- Section 2200 -- Course
# 2666
This course runs from June 28 to July 30, 2010.
Principles of Economics: Macroeconomics. Principles underlying aggregate demand and aggregate supply in a market economy. Topics include national income determination, inflation, unemployment, economic growth, and international trade. Institutional foundations explored.
Instructor: Arthur C. Mead
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
acmead@uri.edu
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE
EDUCATION
Labor Rel & Collective Barg (3 Units)
EDC 579 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1616
Also listed as: LRS 579
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Labor Relations and Collective Bargaining in Education. Collective bargaining in public and private educational sectors, K-12, higher education; literature, theory, practice, and legal foundations in education. Comprehensive case studies will be used.
Instructor: William Croasdale
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
w.croasdale@att.net
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ENGLISH
Creative Writing: Poetry (3 Units)
ENG 205A -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1620
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Creative Writing: Poetry. Writing and analysis of works written by class members and professional writers. Students may repeat for a total of 12 credits but may not repeat the same letter.
Instructor: Melissa Hotchkiss
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
melissahotchkiss@verizon.net
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Creative Writing: Fiction (3 Units)
ENG 205B -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1622
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Creative Writing: Fiction. Writing and analysis of works written by class members and professional writers. Students may repeat for a total of 12 credits but may not repeat the same letter.
Instructor: Kathryn A. Kulpa
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
kathrynka@yahoo.com
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Advanced Creative Writing (3 Units)
ENG 305 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 3161
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Advanced Creative Writing. For students with talent and experience in creative writing and a good reading background in the genre(s) they wish to write in, whether short fiction, drama, or poetry. May be repeated.
Instructor: Talvikki Ansel
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
talvi3@yahoo.com
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE
Advanced Creative Writing (3 Units)
ENG 305 -- Section 3100 -- Course
# 3162
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Advanced Creative Writing. For students with talent and experience in creative writing and a good reading background in the genre(s) they wish to write in, whether short fiction, drama, or poetry. May be repeated.
Instructor: Robert S. Leuci
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
robertleuci@aol.com
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE
Advanced Creative Writing (3 Units)
ENG 305 -- Section 3200 -- Course
# 3163
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Advanced Creative Writing. For students with talent and experience in creative writing and a good reading background in the genre(s) they wish to write in, whether short fiction, drama, or poetry. May be repeated.
Instructor: Rachel May
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
rasumay@gmail.com
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Senior Seminar (3 Units)
ENG 499 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1456
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Senior Seminar. Critically investigates selected topics pertinent to the field. (Seminar) Open only to junior and senior English majors. May be taken only once. Not for graduate credit.
Instructor: Talvikki Ansel
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
talvi3@yahoo.com
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE
FILM STUDIES
Intro to Film Media (3 Units)
FLM 101 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1690
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Introduction to Film Media. Introduction to techniques of film practice, film history, genres, analysis of film texts, and reading of film images in their aesthetic, cultural, and literary context.
Instructor: Mary Healey Jamiel
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
maryhealey@mail.uri.edu
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE
Intro to Film Media (3 Units)
FLM 101 -- Section 3100 -- Course
# 3070
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Introduction to Film Media. Introduction to techniques of film practice, film history, genres, analysis of film texts, and reading of film images in their aesthetic, cultural, and literary context.
Instructor: Keith D. Brown
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
kbro@etal.uri.edu
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE
Topics in Film Media Prod (3 Units)
FLM 351 -- Section 1000 -- Course
# 2760
This course runs from May 24 to June 25, 2010.
Topics in Film Media Production. Application of one or more production technologies in film media genres and analysis of their aesthetic implications. Prerequisite: sophomore standing or permission of instructor. FLM 110 or video or filmmaking course from ART, COM, or JOR recommended. May be repeated once with permission of instructor and change of topic.
Instructor: Sheri Wills
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
sheri_wills@uri.edu
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FRENCH
Studies in French Cinema (3 Units)
FRN 320 -- Section 1000 -- Course
# 1996
This course runs from May 24 to June 25, 2010.
Studies in French Cinema. Study of major French/Francophone film genres and of prominent French/Francophone directors. Emphasis will vary. Course taught in English. Students counting the course for a major or minor in French are required to do all written work in French and must have credit for FRN 204 and 207. Topics include: “Films of Luc Besson,” “Survey of French Cinema,” and “French Film Comedies.” Prerequisite: 204 and 207 or permission of instructor. May be repeated with different topics for a maximum of 9 credits.
Instructor: Alain-Philippe Durand
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
adurand@mail.uri.edu
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20th Cent Lit in Translation (3 Units)
FRN 393 -- Section 1000 -- Course
# 2278
This course runs from May 24 to June 25, 2010.
20th Century Literature in Translation. Reading in translation of selected literary works from representative 20th-century authors. No knowledge of French is needed in this course. All readings, assignments and online discussions are conducted in English. This course counts toward the Literature, Cross-Cultural Competence, and Letters GenEd requirements (including for English majors), a 300+ graduation elective, and it counts as a Diversity [D] course. If you have problems enrolling through ecampus, contact apdemarseille@gmail.com for a permission number. Not for major credit in French.
Instructor: Alain-Philippe Durand
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
adurand@mail.uri.edu
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Topics In French Culture & Lit (3 Units)
FRN 412 -- Section 2000 -- Course
# 2684
This course runs from June 28 to July 30, 2010.
Topics in French Culture and Literature. Topics in French literature and culture. Pre-requisite: FRN 309 or 310 or permission of instructor. May be taken more than once for credit on different topics.
Instructor: Karen De Bruin
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
debruin@mail.uri.edu
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE
GEOGRAPHY
Intro Urban Geo: Undstnd Cities (3 Units)
GEG 202 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 3052
Also listed as: CPL 202
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Introduction to Urban Geography: Understanding Cities. Introduction to urbanization processes, primarily in North America; national settlement systems; intra urban form; migration, racial, ethnic, gender, and class segregation; urban economics; environmental issues; planning and governance; urban applications of GIS.
Instructor: Farhad Atash
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
fatash@mail.uri.edu
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE
Intro Urban Geo: Undstnd Cities (3 Units)
GEG 202 -- Section 3100 -- Course
# 3054
Also listed as: CPL 202
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Introduction to Urban Geography: Understanding Cities. Introduction to urbanization processes, primarily in North America; national settlement systems; intra urban form; migration, racial, ethnic, gender, and class segregation; urban economics; environmental issues; planning and governance; urban applications of GIS.
Instructor: Farhad Atash
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
fatash@mail.uri.edu
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE
HUMAN DEVELOPMENT & AND FAMILY STUDIES
Research Perspectives in HDF (3 Units)
HDF 202 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1600
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Research Perspectives in HDF. Introduction to research processes in human development and family studies. Emphasis on reading and evaluating the research literature and preparing and presenting literature reviews. (Lec. 3/Online) Pre: admission to the human development and family studies program.
Instructor: Jaime L. Dice
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
jdice@mail.uri.edu
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE
Consumer In Economy (3 Units)
HDF 225 -- Section 2000 -- Course
# 2730
This course runs from June 28 to July 30, 2010.
Consumer in the Economy. Application of basic economic principles to consumer problems in a complex marketplace, buyer-seller relationships, effective consumer decision making, effects of government policies on consumers. Pre-requisite: 205 or course in economics.
Instructor: Jing-Jian Xiao
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
xiao@uri.edu
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Marriage & Family Rel (3 Units)
HDF 230 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1236
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Marriage and Family Relations. Male-female and other close relationships in courtship and family systems as influenced by personality and culture in a changing society. Professional and functional orientation.
Instructor: Jerome Adams
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
jadams@mail.uri.edu
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Consumer Protection (3 Units)
HDF 428 -- Section 2000 -- Course
# 2732
This course runs from June 28 to July 30, 2010.
Consumer Protection. Application of principles of family financial planning and decision making. Emphasis on mathematical and analytical evaluation and analysis including the use of computer software.
Instructor: Jing-Jian Xiao
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
xiao@uri.edu
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KINESIOLOGY
Intro to Exercise Science (3 Units)
KIN 275 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1652
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Introduction to Exercise Science. Principles of exercise, components of health-related fitness, weight control, and stress management. Basic exercise prescription for cardiorespiratory endurance, muscular strength, and endurance and flexibility.
Instructor: Disa L. Hatfield
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
dhatfield@mail.uri.edu
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LABOR RELATIONS
Labor Rel & Collective Barg (3 Units)
LRS 579 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1614
Also listed as: EDC 579
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Labor Relations and Collective Bargaining in Education. Collective bargaining in public and private educational sectors, K-12, higher education; literature, theory, practice, and legal foundations in education. Comprehensive case studies will be used.
Instructor: William Croasdale
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
w.croasdale@att.net
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LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE
Survey Landscape Architecture (3 Units)
LAR 201 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1704
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Survey of Landscape Architecture. Introduction to landscape design theory and composition as an applied art form. The course provides an introduction to the elements, principles and the process of landscape architectural design and composition as an applied art form. The elements include: landform, plant materials, buildings, pavement, site structures, water and circulation. The course examines the relationship between the elements of built environment and the natural environment.
Instructor: Farhad Atash
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
fatash@mail.uri.edu
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE
LETTERS
Topics in Letters (3 Units)
LET 151 -- Section 1000 -- Course
# 1998
This course runs from May 24 to June 25, 2010.
Topics in Letters. Study of the history of thought, of the search for values, of the attempt to define the human condition, as reflected in written texts, both past and present. Topic to be announced. May be repeated for credit with different topic. May be taken once for General Education credit.
Instructor: Alain-Philippe Durand
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
adurand@mail.uri.edu
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE
Topics in Letters (3 Units)
LET 151 -- Section 1100 -- Course
# 3074
This course runs from May 24 to June 25, 2010.
Topics in Letters. Study of the history of thought, of the search for values, of the attempt to define the human condition, as reflected in written texts, both past and present. Topic to be announced. May be repeated for credit with different topic. May be taken once for General Education credit.
Instructor: Lars Erickson
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
larserickson@mail.uri.edu
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Topics in Letters (3 Units)
LET 151 -- Section 2000 -- Course
# 2750
This course runs from June 28 to July 30, 2010.
Topics in Letters. Study of the history of thought, of the search for values, of the attempt to define the human condition, as reflected in written texts, both past and present. Topic to be announced. May be repeated for credit with different topic. May be taken once for General Education credit.
Instructor: Alain-Philippe Durand
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
adurand@mail.uri.edu
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE
Topics in Letters (3 Units)
LET 151 -- Section 2100 -- Course
# 3075
This course runs from June 28 to July 30, 2010.
Topics in Letters. Study of the history of thought, of the search for values, of the attempt to define the human condition, as reflected in written texts, both past and present. Topic to be announced. May be repeated for credit with different topic. May be taken once for General Education credit.
Instructor: Lars Erickson
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
larserickson@mail.uri.edu
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE
LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCES
Intro Info Literacy (3 Units)
LIB 120 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1524
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Introduction to Information Literacy. In-depth exploration and practice of information literacy skills designed to support college-level research and lifelong learning.
Instructor: James F. Kinnie
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
jkinnie@uri.edu
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Intro Info Literacy (3 Units)
LIB 120 -- Section 3100 -- Course
# 1546
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Introduction to Information Literacy. In-depth exploration and practice of information literacy skills designed to support college-level research and lifelong learning.
Instructor: Joanna M. Burkhardt
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
jburkhardt@uri.edu
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE
Mgt Library & Info Services (3 Units)
LSC 502 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 2580
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Management of Library and Info Services. Introduction to the process, principles, practices, theories, and case studies in the administration, management, and supervision of libraries and information services. Focus on management functions: planning, organizing, staffing, directing, and controlling.
Instructor: Cheryl McCarthy
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
chermc@mail.uri.edu
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Collection Management (3 Units)
LSC 503 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1654
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Collection Management. Introduction to the process of collection building and management of resources including various formats and subjects for libraries or information centers. Community assessment, formulation of policies, procedures, and evaluation methods.
Instructor: Naomi Caldwell
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
inpeacencw@aol.com
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Reference & Info Services (3 Units)
LSC 504 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1210
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Reference and Info Services. Practical experience in the use of basic electronic and print information sources with readings and discussion on the philosophy and administrative aspects of reference work.
Instructor: Amanda Isenstark
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
amanda@mail.uri.edu
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Organization of Information (3 Units)
LSC 505 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1514
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Organization of Information. Theory and practice of organizing information following national and international standards; focus on bibliographic information. Emphasizes the understanding and application of cataloging and classification principles, standards, tools, bibliographic utilities, and networks.
Instructor: Yan Ma
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
yanma@uri.edu
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Information Policy (3 Units)
LSC 514 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 3135
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Information Policy. This course provides an opportunity to examine the large world of information policy and how changing technology, specifically the Internet, has affected our information policies.
Instructor: W. Michael Havener and Patricia Newcombe
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
mhavener@uri.edu
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE
Community Relations for Lib (3 Units)
LSC 517 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 3095
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Community Relations for Librarians. Includes public relations, advocacy, determining community needs, identifying potential partners, building partnerships, developing a community relations plan, and envisioning the library’s future. Incorporates programs and strategies of core professional organizations. Preprequisite: 502 or permission of instructor.
Instructor: Suellen S. Adams
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
suellen@mac.com
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Multiculturalism in Libraries (3 Units)
LSC 525 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1656
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Multiculturalism in Libraries. Study of the functions, organization, management, and services of college and university libraries. Prerequisite: 502.
Instructor: Naomi R. Caldwell
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
inpeacencw@aol.com
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Media in the Library (3 Units)
LSC 528 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 3133
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Media in the Library. Provides an introduction to instructional design, development, and motivation theories and their application in producing instructional materials, including emerging technology in library and information environments.
Instructor: Suellen S. Adams
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
suellen@mac.com
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Reading Interests of Children (3 Units)
LSC 530 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 3134
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Reading Interests of Children. Building, maintaining, evaluating, and promoting collections for children in public libraries and elementary school media centers. Fiction and nonfiction books emphasized; digital and other resources also discussed.
Instructor: Staff
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
To be announced
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Digit Resources Child (3 Units)
LSC 533 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 3094
This course runs from May 24 to June 25, 2010.
Digital Resources for Children. Investigate informational, educational, and recreational resources, primarily on the Internet. Emphasis on selection, evaluation, promotion, and the development of information literacy. Prerequisite: 530 or 531 or permission of instructor.
Instructor: Holly Barton
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
hllybarton@yahoo.com
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Visual Information Science (3 Units)
LSC 544 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1658
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Visual Information Science. Descriiption to come.
Instructor: Yan Ma
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
yanma@uri.edu
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE
Inform Architecture & Web Dev. (3 Units)
LSC 548 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1562
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Information Architecture & Web Development. Introduces principles of information architecture, library science and information science to plan, design, develop, and evaluate cohesive web sites and intranets that are attractive, navigable, manageable, and expandable.
Pre-requisite: LSC 508 or permission of instructor.
Instructor: Olga B. Verbeek
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
verbeeko@salve.edu
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE
Library/Information Services (3 Units)
LSC 557 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1564
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Library/Information Services. Introduction to research methods for community analysis, information needs assessment, and evaluation of library and information services; critique of published research. Includes substantial paper involving significant independent study.
Pre-requisite: completion of 15 hours or permission of instructor
Instructor: Suellen S. Adams
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
suellen@mac.com
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LIS Professional Field Experience (3 Units)
LSC 595 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1364
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
LIS Professional Field Experience. Directed field experience in approved LIS placement; required capstone for MLIS. 45 hours on-site per credit hour. Guided online discussion; face-to-face orientation and final poster session. Reflective portfolio. 593 and 595 may be repeated for a combined total of 6 credits. Prerequisite: 18 hours of LSC with a B average and permission of instructor.
Instructor: C. Herbert Carson
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
chcarson@uri.edu
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MASTER'S IN ACCOUNTING
International Accounting (3 Units)
MAC 507 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1638
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
International Accounting. Covers interpretation of international financial statements, focusing on foreign currency exchange, comparative accounting principles and disclosures, and audit reports. Uses actual financial statements in case analysis.
Pre: MBA 503 or permission of instructor.
Instructor: Alejandro Hazera
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
hazera@uri.edu
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE
MASTER'S IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
Financial Management (3 Units)
MBA 504 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 3041
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Financial Management. Description to come.
Instructor: Bing-Xuan Lin
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
bingxuan@mail.uri.edu
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Managerial Accounting (3 Units)
MBA 510 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1566
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Managerial Accounting. Determination of accounting information for the purposes of decision making, control, and evaluation with emphasis on decision models using accounting information. Pre-requisite: 500, 503.
Instructor: Henry R. Schwarzbach
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
henrys@uri.edu
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Managing with Inform Resources (3 Units)
MBA 550 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1636
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Managing with Information Resources. Concepts of information technologies and systems as they relate to the information-age organization. Major focus is on how the various information resources can be managed to facilitate organizational effectiveness. Topics include information and communication technologies, decision support and information systems, technology-enabled process re-engineering, and information architecture. (Lec. 3) Pre: permission of instructor.
Instructor: Bjorn O. Carlsson
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
bjornc@mail.uri.edu
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Database Mgt Systems (3 Units)
MBA 581 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1674
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Database Management Systems. Design and analysis of complex multi-user databases used in real time business transaction processing. The class will contain discussion and examination of databases for strategic and tactical purposes.
Instructor: Seung-Kyoon Shin
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
skshin@mail.uri.edu
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Internship in Business Admin (3 Units)
MBA 593 -- Section 1000 -- Course
# 1956
This course runs from May 24 to June 25, 2010.
Internship in Business Administration. Participation in business administration under the field supervision of a sponsoring organization with evaluation by the College of Business Administration. (Independent Study) Pre-requisite: proposal approved by the College of Business Administration. S/U credit.
Instructor: Amy L. Weinstein
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
awein@etal.uri.edu
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Internship in Business Admin (3 Units)
MBA 594 -- Section 2000 -- Course
# 2514
This course runs from June 28 to July 30, 2010.
Internship in Business Administration. Participation in business administration under the field supervision of a sponsoring organization with evaluation by the College of Business Administration. (Independent Study) Pre-requisite: proposal approved by the College of Business Administration. S/U credit.
Instructor: Amy L. Weinstein
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
awein@etal.uri.edu
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MATHEMATICS
Topics in Mathematics (3 Units)
MTH 108 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1708
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Topics in Mathematics. Introduces the nonmathematics student to the spirit of mathematics and its applications. Presupposes no mathematical background beyond University admission requirements. Emphasis is on development of reasoning ability as well as manipulative techniques. Pre-requisite: passing a placement test. Not open to mathematics majors.
Instructor: James Baglama
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
jbaglama@mail.uri.edu
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MUSIC
Introduction to Music (3 Units)
MUS 101 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1634
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Introduction to Music. Fosters a better understanding and appreciation of the world's great music. Consideration of musical styles, techniques, and forms from the listener's standpoint.
Instructor: Susan H. Thomas
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
sthomas@mail.uri.edu
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE
History of Jazz (3 Units)
MUS 106 -- Section 1000 -- Course
# 3042
This course runs from May 24 to June 25, 2010.
Introduction to Music. The nature and origin of jazz and its development as an American folk idiom: European and African heritages, blues, ragtime, Dixieland, boogie-woogie, swing, bop, cool, funky, gospel, jazz-rock, free-form, and progressive.
Instructor: Jared M. Sims
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
musicassignments@gmail.com
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Basic Musicianship (3 Units)
MUS 111 -- Section 1000 -- Course
# 2202
This course runs from May 24 to June 25, 2010.
Basic Musicianship. Use of folk, classical, and popular music to learn essentials of music reading and music theory.
Instructor: Manabu K. Takasawa
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
takasawa@uri.edu
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Special Topics in Music (3 Units)
MUS 571 -- Section 2000 -- Course
# 3136
This course runs from .
Special Topics in Music. Exploration of advanced topics not covered by the standard graduate curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester. Possible topics include performance, music history, music theory, composition, and music education. May be repeated for credit with a different topic.
Instructor: Susan H. Thomas and Audrey Cardany
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
sthomas@mail.uri.edu
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE
NATURAL RESOURCES SCIENCE
Introduction to Soil Science (3 Units)
NRS 212 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1702
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Introduction to Soil Science. Physical, biological, and chemical properties of soils and their practical application to environmental science. Introduction to soil genesis, classification, and land-use and conservation issues.
Instructor: Jose A. Amador
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
jamador@mail.uri.edu
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE
NURSING
Professional Practice in Health and Illness (3 Units)
NUR 103 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 3173
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Professional Practice in Health and Illness. Introduction to the concept of professional helping including problem management, communication, the teaching process, and critical decision making. Analysis of ecosystem influences and cultural variability in health, illness, and health care. Pre-requisite: NUR code or WNUR code or permission of instructor.
Instructor: Kara Misto
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
kpmisto@cox.net
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PHYSICAL THERAPY
Intro to Physical Therapy (2.00 Units)
PHT 505 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1384
This course runs from Mat 26 to June 8 2010.
Introduction to Physical Therapy. Introduction to the profession of physical therapy including concepts related to disability, rehabilitation, evidence based practice, models of care and introduction to the Guide to Physical Therapist Practice. Characteristics and history of the profession and professional expectations for practitioners will be included. Prerequisite: admission to the D.P.T. program.
Instructor: Susan E. Roush and Beth C. Marcoux
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
roush@uri.edu
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POLITICAL SCIENCE
Criminal Justice System (3 Units)
PSC 274 -- Section 2000 -- Course
# 3108
Also listed as: SOC 274
This course runs from June 28 to July 30, 2010.
Criminal Justice System. The American system of criminal justice, general processing of cases, principal actors, study of theories of criminal law, and pretrial detention and sentencing. Pre-requisite: 113.
Instructor: Leo Carroll
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
lcarroll@uri.edu
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE
Challenge of Nuclear Arms (3 Units)
PSC 300 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 3124
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Challenge of Nuclear Arms. Nuclear weapons addressed from a range of perspectives. Emphasis on the strategic, political, social, and moral issues and controversies raised by the potential for nuclear war. Prerequisite: 3 credits in the social sciences recommended or permission of instructor.
Instructor: Kristin P. Johnson
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
kristin_johnson@mail.uri.edu
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Comparative European Politics (3 Units)
PSC 320 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 3125
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Comparative European Politics. Introduces students to the major political, economic and social systems of Europe through a detailed examination of the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, and Russia.
Instructor: Nicolai L. Petro
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
nnpetro@gmail.com
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Urban Problems (3 Units)
PSC 466 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1602
Also listed as: AAF 466
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Urban Problems. Contemporary and emerging problems of urban affairs. Discussion, reading, and assignments on the interaction among urban change, development of social institutions, and formation of public policy.
Instructor: Marshall Feldman
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
marsh@uri.edu
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PSYCHOLOGY
Toward Self-Understanding (3 Units)
PSY 103 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1644
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Toward Self-Understanding. Individual and social problems of normal persons. Personality development, social behavior, and adjustment reactions with emphasis on increasing awareness of personal and interpersonal functioning.
Instructor: Mary Zahm
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
mzahm@etal.uri.edu
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Toward Self-Understanding (3 Units)
PSY 103 -- Section 3100 -- Course
# 1688
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Toward Self-Understanding. Individual and social problems of normal persons. Personality development, social behavior, and adjustment reactions with emphasis on increasing awareness of personal and interpersonal functioning.
Instructor: Mary Zahm
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
mzahm@etal.uri.edu
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Health Psychology (3 Units)
PSY 255 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 3110
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Health Psychology. Investigates the relationship between behavior and health; emphasizes the theory and science of health behavior change; explores specific behaviors and behavior change strategies from an individual and public health perspective.
Instructor: Milena D. Anatchkova
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
manatchkova@yahoo.com
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History and Systems of Psych (3 Units)
PSY 310 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1526
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
History and Systems of Psychology. Origins of psychological inquiry and theories of psychology. Transformations of theories and methods of inquiry through the history of our culture including contemporary systems and models of psychological functioning. Pre-requisite: 113.
Instructor: David L. Miller
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
dlmiller@etal.uri.edu
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE
Intro to Multicultural Psych (3 Units)
PSY 399 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1580
Also listed as: AAF 399
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Intro to Multicultural Psychology. Introductory course focusing on multiculturalism as a major paradigm. Emphasizes the meaning of multiculturalism and associated principles, concepts, and sociocultural factors as related to assessment, intervention, and research.
Instructor: Shanette M. Harris
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
sharris@mail.uri.edu
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE
Peace Psychology (3 Units)
PSY 425 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 3111
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Peace Psychology. Peace Psychology combines aspects of cognitive, social, clinical and cross-cultural psychology that bear on the prevention of violence and the promotion of constructive nonviolent behavior. Prerequisite: Prior coursework in Psychology, or permission of instructor. Prior coursework in another social science is recommended.
Instructor: Charles E. Collyer
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
collyer@uri.edu
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Applications of Psychology (3 Units)
PSY 478 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1672
This course runs from May 18 to July 24, 2009.
Applications of Psychology. Applications of psychological research and theory to contemporary problems, with an emphasis on scholarly bases. May be repeated for a maximum of 12 credits.
Instructor: Pamela H. Elizabeth
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
pameliz@hotmail.com
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Psychology of Women (3 Units)
PSY 480 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1594
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Psychology of Women. Discussion of psychological research and theories on the psychology of girls and women from a multicultural perspective. Topics include personality theories, gender similarities and differences, biological aspects of sex and gender, cultural images of women, sexuality, relationships, motherhood, work and achievement, physical and mental health.
Instructor: Mailee Kue
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
maileekue@mail.uri.edu
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SOCIOLOGY
Families in Society (3 Units)
SOC 212 -- Section 2000 -- Course
# 1728
This course runs from June 28 to July 30, 2010.
Families in Society. Examines the role of families in maintaining and changing society. Emphasis on demographic and historical changes in family life, the diversity of family structures, and connections between the family and the political economy.
Instructor: Helen Mederer
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
hmederer@uri.edu
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Crime and Deliquency (3 Units)
SOC 230 -- Section 1000 -- Course
# 1686
This course runs from May 24 to June 25, 2010.
Crime and Deliquency. The American system of criminal justice, general processing of cases, principal actors, study of theories of criminal law, and pretrial detention and sentencing. Pre-requisite: 113.
Instructor: Barbara J. Costello
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
costello@uri.edu
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Criminal Justice System (3 Units)
SOC 274 -- Section 2000 -- Course
# 3107
Also listed as: PSC 274
This course runs from June 28 to July 30, 2010.
Criminal Justice System. The American system of criminal justice, general processing of cases, principal actors, study of theories of criminal law, and pretrial detention and sentencing. Pre-requisite: 113.
Instructor: Leo Carroll
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
lcarroll@uri.edu
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TEXTILE FASHION MERCHANDISING AND DESIGN
Apparel Production (3 Units)
TMD 222 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1606
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Apparel Production. Analysis of apparel construction and production; current industrial and technological developments. Discussion of sizing and quality standards with emphasis on identification of fabrics, garment styles, findings, and trims.
Instructor: Susan L. Hannel
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
shannel@mail.uri.edu
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Fashion Retailing (3 Units)
TMD 232 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1570
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Fashion Retailing. A comprehensive study of fashion retailing as an operating system. Examination of the strategies and the organizational structure that support the fashion retail system.
Instructor: Yvette Harps-Logan
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
ylogan@uri.edu
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Comp-Aided Text & App Design (3 Units)
TMD 346 -- Section 1000 -- Course
# 3104
This course runs from May 24 to June 25, 2010.
Computer-Aided Textile and Apparel Design. Development and production of textile and apparel designs and patterns using selected computer software packages. Implications for use in the apparel industry. Prerequisite: 327 or permission of instructor.
Instructor: Sook-Hyun Kim
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
kimsh@uri.edu
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Textile Markets (3 Units)
TMD 433 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1608
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Textile Markets. Study of social, economic, and political issues that affect the development, production, and marketing of textile products. Study of the textile needs of the apparel, home furnishings, industrial, and medical industries. Pre-requisite: 303 and ECN 201 and 202.
Instructor: Sook-Hyun Kim
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
kimsh@uri.edu
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URI101
Traditions/BGS 100 (1 Unit)
URI 101B -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 3029
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Traditions/BGS 100. Traditions and Transformations in Lifelong Learning for BGS 100 Students.
Instructor: Kenneth A. Jolicoeur
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ken@etal.uri.edu
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WOMEN'S STUDIES
Intro to Women's Studies (3 Units)
WMS 150 -- Section 1100 -- Course
# 1666
This course runs from May 24 to June 25, 2010.
Introduction to Women's Studies. Images of women in American culture, the theories and processes of socialization, historical perspectives, and implications for social change.
Instructor: Jeanette E. Riley
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jen_riley@mail.uri.edu
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Intro to Women's Studies (3 Units)
WMS 150 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1610
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Introduction to Women's Studies. Images of women in American culture, the theories and processes of socialization, historical perspectives, and implications for social change.
Instructor: Jennifer A. Moio
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jlonga@mail.uri.edu
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Intro to Women's Studies (3 Units)
WMS 150 -- Section 3100 -- Course
# 1642
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Introduction to Women's Studies. Images of women in American culture, the theories and processes of socialization, historical perspectives, and implications for social change.
Instructor: Kristen J. Quinlan
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kquinlan@mail.uri.edu
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Women's Prof. Dev. & Leader. (3 Units)
WMS 301 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1596
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Women's Professional Development & Leadership. Theory, data, and skill development for career building and leadership. Gender issues in organizational settings, developing professional skills and responses to challenges in the workplace, and strategies for positive change.
Instructor: Jennifer Lee Brandt
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jenn_brandt@mail.uri.edu
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Intro to Fem. Theories & Meth. (3 Units)
WMS 315 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1590
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Intro to Feminist Theories & Methodology. Development of feminist thought, exploration of contemporary feminist theories and research methods, including African-American, lesbian, Western and non-Western perspectives, and the future role of feminist theories and methodologies.
Instructor: Theresa M. De Francis
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tdefrancis@salemstate.edu
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International Women's Issues (3 Units)
WMS 325 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1612
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
International Women's Issues. Focuses on women's rights in a global context; ideologies and practices that deny women equal status in society, including violence against women; freedom and democracy movements and women's rights. Pre-requisite: 150 or permission of instructor.
Instructor: Donna M. Hughes
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dhughes@uri.edu
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Special Topics in Women Stdy I (3 Units)
WMS 350 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1664
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Special Topics in Women's Studies I: Topic to be announced. Selected areas of study pertinent to women’s studies. Course description to come.
Instructor: Jennifer Lee Brandt
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jenn_brandt@mail.uri.edu
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Special Topics in Women Stdy I (3 Units)
WMS 350 -- Section 3100 -- Course
# 3087
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Special Topics in Women's Studies I: Topic to be announced. Course description to come.
Instructor: Karen F. Stein
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kstein@mail.uri.edu
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Special Topics in Women Stdy I (3 Units)
WMS 350 -- Section 3200 -- Course
# 1676
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Special Topics in Women's Studies I: Sex and Gender in Ancient Greece and Rome. Topic: Sex and Gender in Ancient Greece and Rome.
Instructor: Vincent R. Petronio
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petronio@uri.edu
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Men and Masculinities (3 Units)
WMS 360 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1668
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Men and Masculinities. Examines from a feminist perspective the values, beliefs, myths, realities, research, and writings about men and masculinities in contemporary United States life. Pre-requisite: WMS 150.
Instructor: Keith R. Labelle
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klabelle@uri.edu
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Human Traf & Cont Slavery (3 Units)
WMS 370 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 3186
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Human Trafficking and Contemporary Slavery. Focuses on the commercial sexual exploitation and slavery of women and girls and the impact on their health, rights, and status in society. Pre-requisite: WMS 150 or permission of instructor.
Instructor: Donna Hughes
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dhughes@uri.edu
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WRITING
Business Communications (3 Units)
WRT 227 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1528
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Business Communications. Basic business communications forms, group reports and presentations, effective use of electronic mail systems, and design of graphic aids for successful visual communication.
Pre-requisite: Open to business majors only. Students in UC_BU, BUS or UC_UN with wanting Business as a plan
Instructor: Bryna L. Siegel
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
bryna12@mail.uri.edu
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Business Communications (3 Units)
WRT 227 -- Section 3100 -- Course
# 1530
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Business Communications. Basic business communications forms, group reports and presentations, effective use of electronic mail systems, and design of graphic aids for successful visual communication.
Pre-requisite: Open to business majors only. Students in UC_BU, BUS or UC_UN with wanting Business as a plan
Instructor: Tina Bacci
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tbacci@mail.uri.edu
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Business Communications (3 Units)
WRT 227 -- Section 3200 -- Course
# 1532
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Business Communications. Basic business communications forms, group reports and presentations, effective use of electronic mail systems, and design of graphic aids for successful visual communication.
Pre-requisite: Open to business majors only. Students in UC_BU, BUS or UC_UN with wanting Business as a plan
Instructor: Jamie White Farnham
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j5white@mail.uri.edu
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Writing In Electronic Environm (3 Units)
WRT 235 -- Section 3100 -- Course
# 3099
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Writing in an Electronic Environment. Includes writing with computers; e-mail; Internet; text on screen, graphic- and audio-enhanced text; desktop publishing; study of document design and the history of writing as shaped by technologies.
Instructor: Matthew W. MacKnight
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mmacknight@mail.uri.edu
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Writing In Electronic Environm (3 Units)
WRT 235 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1534
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Writing in an Electronic Environment. Includes writing with computers; e-mail; Internet; text on screen, graphic- and audio-enhanced text; desktop publishing; study of document design and the history of writing as shaped by technologies.
Instructor: Joannah Portman Daley
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
joannaportman@mail.uri.edu
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Writing In Electronic Environm (3 Units)
WRT 235 -- Section 3200 -- Course
# 3100
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Writing in an Electronic Environment. Includes writing with computers; e-mail; Internet; text on screen, graphic- and audio-enhanced text; desktop publishing; study of document design and the history of writing as shaped by technologies.
Instructor: James R. Daley
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jamesdaley@mail.uri.edu
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Writing Culture (3 Units)
WRT 302 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1548
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Writing Culture. Experience with non-canonical writings that sustain or reshape culture. May include profiles and biographies, reviews, food and fashion writing, liner and exhibition notes.
Instructor: Robert A. Schwegler
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
rschweg@aol.com
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Writing Culture (3 Units)
WRT 302 -- Section 3100 -- Course
# 1640
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Writing Culture. Experience with non-canonical writings that sustain or reshape culture. May include profiles and biographies, reviews, food and fashion writing, liner and exhibition notes.
Instructor: Charles D. Morgan III
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
chuckmorgan3@gmail.com
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Writing Culture (3 Units)
WRT 302 -- Section 3200 -- Course
# 3101
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Writing Culture. Experience with non-canonical writings that sustain or reshape culture. May include profiles and biographies, reviews, food and fashion writing, liner and exhibition notes.
Instructor: Robert A. Schwegler
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
rschweg@aol.com
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Public Writing (3 Units)
WRT 303 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 3102
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Public Writing. Writing in the public sphere. Emphasizes civic literacy, democratic discourse, and writing for social change. May include letters, public documents, electronic forums, activist publications, legislative texts.
Instructor: Bryna L. Siegel
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
bryna12@mail.uri.edu
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Travel Writing (3 Units)
WRT 305 -- Section 3000 -- Course
# 1536
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Travel Writing. Writing about places both new and familiar. Emphasis on descriptive techniques, the use of facts, and different critical and cultural perspectives. May include place journals, book reviews, proposals, non-fiction essays.
Instructor: Heather L. Johnson
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
heatherj2000@yahoo.com
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Travel Writing (3 Units)
WRT 305 -- Section 3100 -- Course
# 1550
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Travel Writing. Writing about places both new and familiar. Emphasis on descriptive techniques, the use of facts, and different critical and cultural perspectives. May include place journals, book reviews, proposals, non-fiction essays.
Instructor: Elizabeth Miles
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
lmiles@uri.edu
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Travel Writing (3 Units)
WRT 305 -- Section 3100 -- Course
# 3103
This course runs from May 24 to July 30, 2010.
Travel Writing. Writing about places both new and familiar. Emphasis on descriptive techniques, the use of facts, and different critical and cultural perspectives. May include place journals, book reviews, proposals, non-fiction essays.
Instructor: Heather L. Johnson
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
heatherj2000@yahoo.com
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE
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