2003-2004 - The University of Scranton

and implementation of social services and programs
for the elderly: legislative action, interagency
relationships, the citizen role.
GERO 218 3 cr.
Health and Aging
An explorative study of the mental and physical
health problems prevalent in the older adult
population, with emphasis upon the preventive
aspect of health care as applied by themselves
and health-care providers. Health-care
approaches appropriate to the various problems,
and relevant resources within the home and
community are considered.
GERO 220 3 cr.
Crime and Aging
A consideration of crime as it affects aging;
examining the older adult as victim, offender,
practitioner, and perpetrator, in light of current
thought, policy, and law.
GERO 230 3 cr.
Social Policy and Aging
Review of major legislation affecting older
adults, including the Social Security Act, Older
Americans Act, Medicare, and various local,
state, and national programs for the aged.
GERO 232 3 cr.
Aging and Death
This course offers the student an opportunity to
explore the mystery and meaning of death.
Focus is on a number of aspects of dying and the
death process, such as the dying individual and
the family; cross-cultural perspectives; terminal
illness; professions and death; rites and rituals.
GERO 284 3 cr.
Special Topics in Gerontology
(Prerequisite: Permission of the chair and the
instructor) Courses designed to meet specific
needs of individual students or courses offered
on a trial basis to determine the value of placing
them into the regular curriculum.
GERO 382-383 3 cr.
Independent Study in Gerontology
Designed for advanced students who are capable
of independent study. A program of planned
research in gerontology under the guidance of a
faculty member. Registration upon approval of
the chairperson of the department and the
instructor directing the study.
Arts and Sciences/Theology/Religious Studies 195
GERO 480-481 3 cr.
Internship in Gerontology
(Prerequisite: Junior or senior standing; permission
of instructor) Supervised experiential learning
in one or more organizations that serve older
adults. Supervision by a faculty member and
agency supervision required.
THEOLOGY/RELIGIOUS
STUDIES
Faculty
E. Springs Steele, Ph.D., Chair
Scott C. Bader-Saye, Ph.D.
John J. Begley, S.J., Ph.L.
James Brian Benestad, Ph.D.
Stephen J. Casey, M.A.
Mary Anne Foley, Ph.D.
Brigid C. Frein, Ph.D.
Maria Poggi Johnson, Ph.D.
Albert M. Liberatore, S.T.D.
Susan F. Mathews, Ph.D.
Kelli O’Brien, Ph.D.
Charles R. Pinches, Ph.D.
Eric A. Plumer, Ph.D.
Thomas F. Sable, S.J., Ph.D.
Marc B. Shapiro, Ph.D.
Overview
As “faith seeking understanding,” theology
plays an essential role in the quest for God,
wisdom, and human fulfillment. Catholic
education recognizes that theology addresses
certain basic human questions in ways that
speak to the heart and mind as no other discipline
can. Theology approaches such questions
not in isolation, but as a partner in a living
exchange between the Church and the diverse
traditions of the world. Theology/Religious
Studies courses seek to form conscience and
character, helping our students address contemporary
questions of good and evil, freedom
and truth, life and death. In addition to
courses with a primarily Christian focus, the
department offers courses in non-Christian
religious traditions. The General Education
requirement of 6 Theology credits for all students
is fulfilled by T/RS 121-122, a twosemester
introductory sequence. These courses
must be completed before students take
upper-division courses in Theology.