When is the first day of class for Winter Session?
Winter Session begins on December 28, 2026 and ends on January 17, 2027.
COURSE LIST
Instructor: Dr. Kelsey Westbury
This course provides an introduction to the criminal legal system. The primary goal
of this course is to develop a general understanding of the criminal legal system
and its response to crime in society today.
Instructor: Dr. Traci Dingle, J.D., Ph.D.
Criminal Law examines the origin and development of criminal law in the United States,
with particular attention to the basic elements of crimes and criminal defenses. Students
will explore the purposes, principles, and sources of criminal law and apply legal
concepts to contemporary criminal justice issues and hypothetical fact patterns.
Instructor: Dr. Sarah Rogers
Drugs & Crime examines the social, cultural, economic, legal, and public-health dimensions
of drug use and drug-related crime in the United States. Through an interdisciplinary
criminological lens, students explore how drugs are defined, regulated, and experienced
across communities, as well as how drug policy has evolved and shaped the criminal
legal system. The course considers major drug-control strategies, the role of law
enforcement and corrections, drug-law penalties, and alternatives to incarceration,
including drug courts and treatment-oriented interventions.
Instructor: Dr. Elizabeth Breitbach
Introduction to Economics introduces students to the fundamental principles of both
microeconomics and macroeconomics and applies those principles to individual, business,
and economy-wide decisions.
Instructor: Mohammad (Vahid) Irani, PhD
FINA 365 develops students’ understanding of corporate finance and the financial decisions
made to maximize firm value. The course introduces tools that help students to evaluate
which investments are worthwhile, how they can be improved, and how they should be
financed.
Instructor: Todd S. Stonitsch, Ph.D.
This course expands the breadth and depth of knowledge of investment analysis and
portfolio management learned in FINA 363. The overarching objectives are that students
(1) gain a deep intuitive understanding of the concepts used in investment analysis,
(2) learn the tools used in investment analysis, including excel modeling and regression
analysis, and (3) gain confidence in applying the concepts and tools in managing a
portfolio.
Instructor: Jory Fleming
This course will delve into geographic data by examining geospatial technology, spatial
analysis, and overviews of geographic reasoning. You will also gain an understanding
of basic geography in pursuit of developing our analytical thinking and reasoning
skills. The “digital earth” will be the medium for practicing these skills. You will
explore how geographic data is collected, visualized, and analyzed. While the course
discusses data and technical matters, this is an introductory course and will focus
on basic concepts, applications and use.
Instructor: Elena Osokina, PhD
This course surveys the histories of European nations from the Old Regime to the end
of the Cold War. Using a range of primary and secondary sources, we will examine the
key milestones in Europe's social, political, economic, and cultural development.
Instructor: Prof. Joseph November
HIST 108 (Science and Technology in World History) is a broad survey of the development
of science and technology from antiquity to the present. The course approaches science
and technology as historical activities shaped by the societies in which they developed,
with particular attention to the interactions among scientific knowledge, technological
change, social values, ethics, and human needs.
Instructor: Gabrielle McCoy
This online course explores United States history from 1492 to 1865. Students will
engage with foundational documents and a myriad of other texts which showcase a wide
range of perspectives. By examining the social and political contexts surrounding
the creation of these texts, students will develop a more nuanced understanding of
United States history.
Instructor: Lauren R. Sklaroff
HIST 112 is a general survey of the United States from 1865 to the present, emphasizing
major political, economic, social, and intellectual developments.This class will offer a broad overview of American History based on lectures and supplementary readings. Major themes will include political,
social, and economic developments, demographic changes, and the diversity of the American
experience.
Instructor: Travis Dalton
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to modern web development, covering
the principles, technologies, and best practices used to design, develop, and maintain
professional websites and web applications. Students will learn to create standards-compliant
web pages using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP while applying responsive design, accessibility,
and usability principles.
Instructor: Dr. Candice L. Edrington
This course is designed to provide an overview of the field of public relations, including
information about its history, theoretical foundations, the PR planning process, possible
career paths, and key terms, concepts, and issues you’ll need to understand to work
in public relations or related industries. Public relations is a dynamic field, and
I look forward to discussing with you the ways in which the field has grown over the
years and might continue to change in the future.
Instructor: Dr. Tara Marie Mortensen
Theory and history of visual communication in the mass media emphasizing informational
and persuasive messages created by graphic, photographic, and multimedia processes.
Instructor: Chris Caldwell
Jobs in Sports Media explores the wide range of career opportunities that exist across
today’s sports media industry, as well as new roles that are emerging as the business
continues to evolve. Students will examine both traditional sports media careers,
including reporting, broadcasting, production, advertising and public relations, and
newer opportunities connected to digital platforms, analytics, branded content, audience
behavior and social media.
Instructor: Kimberly Elchlepp, B.A.
Writing for Mass Communications is designed to give you the tools and the training youneed to become better writers. The course will introduce major styles of media writingand help prepare you to work in a digital media environment. Its primary focus is onfundamentals of writing. JOUR 291 is required of all majors in the journalism school.
Instructor: Renée Ittner-McManus
Unlock the compelling world of photojournalism in Capturing Truth: Exploring the
Power and Impact of Photojournalism on Society, an immersive online course that takes
you beyond the lens, exploring how iconic images shape public opinion, raise awareness
of social justice issues, and spark positive change. Whether it’s historical moments
or contemporary conflicts, photojournalism connects us to distant realities and fosters
empathy for people across the globe.
Instructor: Jungmi Jun
JOUR 507 examines the foundational and evolving role of communication in shaping public
understanding, individual behavior, and policy responses related to health. Designed
for upper-level undergraduates and graduate students in journalism, public relations,
public health, medicine, nursing, and related fields, this course provides students
with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills essential for effective health
communication across public, clinical, and media contexts.
Instructor: Dr. De'Angelo Dean
The purpose of this course is to develop your capacity to think critically and strategically
from a managerial perspective while equipping you with foundational knowledge essential
for effective management. The course will examine the core functions of management,
the application of managerial tools, and key business terminology
Instructor: Taia McGinnis, MBA
This course introduces the fundamental decisions marketers make to create, communicate,
deliver, and capture customer value. Students examine how organizations understand
customers, develop products and brands, set prices, select distribution channels,
and communicate through advertising, digital marketing, social media, influencers,
and personal selling.
Instructor: Emily Ruth Allen, Ph.D
This course will explore the development of rock (and popular music) through the lens
of four key themes: social, political, and cultural issues; issues of race, class,
and gender; the development of the music industry; and the development of technology.
Instructor: Mrs. Susan Walsh
Focus is placed on mind-body exercises which help strengthen and condition the muscles.
Each exercise will focus on building core strength, lengthening muscles, and improving
flexibility. Proper breathing will also be demonstrated for each exercise in or to
achieve the maximum benefits.
Instructor: Dr Michael Stoeltzner
Formal logic, including foundational logical concepts, syntax and semantics of first-order
logic; derivations; applications.
Instructor: Alex Reynolds, PhD
This course is an introduction to the field of psychology, the study of brain and
behavior. Your brain and your behavior are unique to you and they have been shaped
by genetics, environment, and culture.
Instructor: Dr. Sara Peters
Psychology 221 prepares students to complete research projects on their own from start
to finish. We begin the semester by exploring different research methodologies and
applying sample data analyses to projects that might utilize these methodologies.
Instructor: Dr. Michelle (MiKi) Kitchen
Behavioral and Mental Disorders is an accelerated, fully online, three-credit course
that surveys major concepts and research findings related to mental and behavioral
disorders. The course examines definitions of abnormal behavior, its overlap with
typical behavior, and the contributions of biological, psychological, and sociocultural
perspectives to explanation, assessment, diagnosis, and treatment. Students explore
scientific research methods, major theoretical approaches, the historical development
of the DSM, and the dimensional framework of the DSM-5.
Instructor: Daniel Williams
Includes the theory of debits and credits, and account classification. The accounting
cycle from analyzing the accounting equation through general journal entries, adjusting
and closing entries, and general-purpose financial statements is covered. The course
takes an in-depth study of inventory, cash, receivables, depreciable assets, current
liabilities, and payroll taxes with an emphasis on analysis and decision-making techniques.
Instructor: Donna Watts, Senior Instructor
Sustainability in Fashion and Retail examines the challenges faced by designers, product
developers, and consumers as they create, wear, and recycle clothing and fashion.
Topics include (but are not limited to): the environmental impact of fast fashion,
social responsibility, economic impact of textile and clothing recycling, technology
and sustainable futures, and exploring healthy and clean fiber.
Instructor: Margaret Janse van Rensburg, MSW, PhD
Introduces students to the past and present context of the social work profession
and various fields of practice and clients served.
Instructor: Dr. Yanfeng Xu
This course introduces the context for social work with children, youth, and families
as well as specific theories, policies, programs, and services. Areas examined include
antipoverty policies and programs, child welfare, education, behavioral health, healthcare,
disabilities, and juvenile justice.
Instructor: Catherine Wiskes
In this course, you will to expand your abilities to communicate in Spanish; that
is, to speak, understand, read, and write Spanish. You will also use Spanish to learn
more about the countries and communities where Spanish is spoken and to access information
about agriculture, history, geography, art, science, music, and other academic disciplines.
Instructor: Dr. Christian Dotson-Pierson
We encounter public communication today almost exclusively through media, and increasingly through online channels. Mass political campaigns, appeals for social causes, marketing messages, and even our professional presentations have shifted from in-person to online contexts. We create many of our relationships online, do much of our jobs online, express our interests and feelings online, and even take up our political causes online.
Instructor: Tena B. Crews
The purpose of the SPTE 274 course is to help you become more skilled in using Microsoft
Excel and be prepared for subsequent courses. This is particularly important if your
major field of study is HRTM, RETL or SPTE.
Instructor: Dr. Matt Brown
This course examines the historical development of the sport business, beginning with
Albert Spalding’s 1876 rights agreement with the National League and tracing the industry’s
growth into the modern era. Emphasis is placed on the major people, organizations,
events, and business decisions that shaped sport as a commercial enterprise.
Instructor: Amanda Murphy
STAT 110: Introduction to Statistical Reasoning is a course in statistical literacy.
Statistical literacy is the ability to understand, interpret, critically evaluate,
and effectively use statistical information in everyday life, work, and decision-making.
Topics include data sources and sampling, concepts of experimental design, graphical
and numerical data description, measuring association for continuous and categorical
variables, introduction to probability and statistical inference, and use of appropriate
software.
Instructor: Bridget Manning, PhD
STAT 205 is a three-credit, non-calculus course that introduces fundamental statistical
methods and their applications in the biological and life sciences. It is intended
for students in biology, ecology, public health, pharmacy, nursing, and related fields,
with the goal of helping them recognize statistics as an essential tool for research
and evidence-based decision-making.
Instructor: Dr. Dawn Campbell
This course is an interdisciplinary overview of women’s and gender studies that focuses
on historical, cultural, contemporary, and critical perspectives. We will examine
gender norms and expectations, social movements, media, texts, discourses, bodies,
politics, and social institutions with an emphasis on social change.
Instructor: Annie Boiter-Jolley, PhD
This course is an interdisciplinary overview of women’s and gender studies that focuses
on historical, cultural, contemporary, and critical perspectives. We will examine
gender norms and expectations, social movements, media, texts, discourses, bodies,
politics, and social institutions with an emphasis on social change.