Public Service Courses
Only want to take one class with a focus on sustainability rather than a minor or major? You can still take a variety of courses within the curriculum that also count towards General Education Credit, Issues credit, or may be required within your major.
For updated information of course listings and descriptions visit the Course Catalog
Criminal Justice
CJ 325 - Criminal Justice and Human Rights
A comparative study of criminal justice in relation to past, current, and emerging human rights claims, violations, protections and enforcement locally, regionally, nationally, and internationally. Part of the Human Rights Issue. Offered winter semester. Prerequisite: Junior Standing. 3 cr.
Hospitality & Tourism Management
HTM 202 - International Tourism
Introduction to international tourism focusing on the socio-economic effects of international tourism along with the inherent public-private interaction. International tourism is more than a set of industries, but rather an activity that encompasses human behavior, uses of resources (public and private), and interaction with other people, economies, and environments. Fulfills Cultures - Global Perspectives. Offered fall semester. Prerequisites: HTM 101 suggested. 3 cr
HTM 235 - Tourism and Recreation Management
An introduction to the dynamic domestic (U.S.) tourism and recreation / leisure industries, focusing on their strong linkages to both non profit and for profit oriented providers. Emphasis is given to entrepreneurship, economic development, sustainability, career opportunities, and the management of organizations. Offered on sufficient demand.
3.000 Credit hours
HTM 268 - Adventure Tourism
An introductory course exploring the rapidly growing and diverse market for activity-based tourism. This class reviews the provision, management, and philosophy of outdoor activities and controlled adventure as well as identifying the motives and characteristics of the adventure traveler.
3.000 Credit hours
HTM 368 - Geotourism
A study of geotourism, tourism that sustains or enhances the geographic character of a place. Topics include: community development, land use and planning, conservation of resources, tourist satisfaction and marketing, with the purpose of sustaining or enhancing the environment, culture, aesthetics, heritage, and the well-being of a places residents. Part of the Sustainability Issue. Offered fall and winter semesters. Prerequisites: Junior standing and HTM 202 (Recommended). 3 cr
HTM 333 - Hospitality Facilities Management
The management of the hospitality facility with emphasis on preventive maintenance, energy, sustainability, and security. Offered fall semester. Prerequisite: HTM 101.
3.000 Credit hours
HTM 402 - Tourism Policy Issues 1 This course provides a comprehensive overview of the theories of tourism development as well as an analytical approach to worldwide development issues. The roles of stakeholders are evaluated and there is a focus throughout on the applied theoretical discussions regarding development and sustainable management of tourism destinations and attractions. Offered winter semester. Prerequisites: HTM 202 or Permission of instructor. 3 cr
Public Administration
PA 380 - Disaster Relief/Emerg Prepared
Disaster relief and emergency preparedness.
PA 552 - Law & Ethics in Local Government
Advanced-level workshop directed toward public sector professionals focusing on specific public sector problems and policies.
PA 641 - Economic and Community Development
Describes and evaluates ways to coordinate the efforts of public agencies, private businesses, and nonprofit organizations to address planning, economic development, and employment issues more comprehensively. Included in this analysis are public and private programs basic to economic development; state and federal enabling legislation and regulations; local ordinance and public/private partnership alternatives.
PA 670 - International NGO Management
Theory and cases in international nongovernmental organizations (INGO) management. Analysis of various types and various roles played by INGOs. Relationship between INGOs and other actors in international development such as multilateral and bilateral donors, host governments, local NGOs and local communities. Resource generation and management. Assessment and improvement of INGO performance.
PA 550 - Applications of Sustainability Principles to Comm
Advanced-level workshop directed toward public sector professionals focusing on specific public sector problems and policies. Format and scheduling are flexible and may include weekend sessions. Topics will vary and prerequisites may be established.
PA 671 - Building Sustainable Communities
Provides an overview of ecological, energy, climatic and consumption issues impacting local communities. Through a multidisciplinary approach, students study the relationship among society, organizations, and the natural environment. Students examine how local governments and nonprofit organizations develop sustainable built landscapes, educate about sustainable best practices, and foster green economic development.
PA 672 - Building Sustainable Public- Serving Organizations
Provides guidelines for local government and nonprofit managers who are transitioning their organizations to sustainable methods and practices. Students learn how to measure and analyze an organization’s environmental footprint and social impact. They are also introduced to change management techniques useful for implementing new sustainability practices.
Social Work
SW 150 - Human Needs in Complex Societies
Common human needs are examined and a number of historical responses to these needs are placed in a societal context. Cultural forces which affect resource allocation patterns and service delivery systems are analyzed. Fulfills one of the Foundation - Social and Behavioral Sciences. Offered fall, winter, and spring/summer semesters. Note: SW 150 is a
prerequisite for all social work courses. 3 cr
SW 340 - Human Behavior and the Social Environment I
The course provides knowledge, values and skills employed in assessing groups, organizations, and communities. Emphasis is focused on the social systems perspective, social work values, and ethics and the issues related to the diversity of context. The course presents theories and knowledge necessary to practice in macro-settings (groups, organizations, communities and society). Offered fall semester. Corequisites: SW 317 and SW 319.
SW 341 - Human Behavior and the Social Environment II
This course provides biological, psychological and social knowledge about human growth and development within life cycle stages. Emphasis is on the development of and individual within a family or small group as experienced within larger social systems. The assessment process within each developmental stage is related to the work of a generalist practitioner. Offered winter semester. Prerequisites: SW 340; Corequisites: SW 316, SW 318, and SW 348. 3 cr
SW 351 - Cross Cultural Service Learning
The focus of this course is on the unique culture(s) within the United States and taught using a service-learning approach. Students explore the themes of social welfare development. Students explore the themes of social services, politics, policies
and the history of the assigned culture. The course includes a two or three-week experiential learning component in a specific location in the United States. The advanced practice social worker will recognize the interconnectedness between social work,
social justice, and civic/global responsibility. Offered spring/summer semester. Prerequisite: Accepted into the BSW program. 3 cr
SW 354 - Social Work: International Service
The focus of this course is on international social work policy and practice. Students interact with various communities using a service-learning approach. The students explore the themes of social services, politics, policies and the history of the assigned culture. The course includes a two or three-week experiential learning component in an international location. The advanced practice social worker will recognize the interconnectedness between social work, social justice, and civic/global responsibility. Offered spring/summer semester. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. 3 cr
SW 300 - Pluralism in American Society
Pluralism in American society is explored through analysis of cross cultural practices and values, with an emphasis on the commonalties and differences for individuals, groups, organizations, and communities. The social welfare response in the context of US diversity will be a primary focus. Fulfills one of the Issues requirements. Offered fall and winter semesters. 3 cr
SW 630 - Social Work: Global Service Learning
The focus of this course is on international social work policy and practice. Students interact with various communities using a service-learning approach. The students explore the themes of social services politics, policies and the history of the assigned culture. The course includes a two or three-week experiential learning component in an international location. The advanced practice social worker will recognize the interconnectedness between social work, social justice, and civic/global responsibility.
SW 631 - Cross Cultural Service Learning
The focus of this course is on the unique culture(s) within the United States and taught using a service-learning approach. Students explore the themes of social welfare development. Students explore the themes of social services, politics, policies and the history of the assigned culture. The course includes a two or three-week experiential learning component in a specific location in the United States. The advanced practice social worker will recognize the interconnectedness between social work, social justice, and civic/global responsibility.
SW 676 - Community and Social Planning
A review of professional practice in social planning and community organization. Exploration of a range of theories, concepts, and applications. Includes focus on power, influence, inter-organizational relationships and action strategies, development
and use of structure and leadership.