On Line Courses

 

URI ONLINE COURSES
FOR SUMMER 2010.

African and African-American Studies
Business
Communication Studies
Community Planning Science
Computer Science
Economics
Education
English
Film Studies
French
Geography
Human Development and Family Studies
Kinesiology
Labor Relations
Landscape Architecture
Letters
Library
Library and Information Studies
Master's in Accounting
Master's in Business Administration
Mathematics
Music
Natural Resources Science
Nursing
Physical Therapy
Political Science
Psychology
Sociology
Textile Merchandising and Design
URI101 (Bachelor of General Studies)
Women's Studies
Writing

 

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
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE


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
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE


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
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE


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
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE


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
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE


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
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE


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
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE


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
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE


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
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE


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
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE


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
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE


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
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE


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
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE


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
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE


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
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE


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
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE


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
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE


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
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE


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
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE


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
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE


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
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE


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
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE


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
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE


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
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE


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
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE


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
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE


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
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE


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
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE


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
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE


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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE


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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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 
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
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 
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
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 
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
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 
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
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 
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
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 
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
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 
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
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 
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
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 
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
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 
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
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 
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
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 
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
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 
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
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 
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
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 
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
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 
Contact this instructor prior to the start of the term:
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
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE


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
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE


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
For more information about this class: CLICK HERE


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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