Undergraduate Catalog 2008-2010 - Immaculata University

ECO 313 HON: Great Economic Debate (3)
An examination of current topics in the U.S. and global
economy. Debate topics include the economics of poverty and
discrimination, and the role of government policies toward coercion
and taxation. Global topics include trade policies, sweatshops, the
importation of pharmaceutical drugs, and the economics of war.
(Meets cross-cultural requirement)
FNU 213 HON: Nutrition Controversies (3)
Timely nutrition issues will be identified and investigated. Critical
thinking skills utilizing research methods and analysis will be applied
to scientific, consumer oriented, and global aspects of nutrition.
FNU/SOC 313 HON: Cultural Anthropology of Food (3)
Evolution of food and drink from prehistoric times to the present
explored in context of cultural anthropology. Attitudes, customs,
and associated behaviors will be examined through readings,
discussions, electronic media and food demonstrations.
HIS 214 HON: Refugees (3)
Examines the origins, experience, consequences and future of
mass flight of humans across national boundaries.
HIS/PSY 300 HON: The Holocaust (3)
This course examines the 20th Century global phenomenon of
genocide. It focuses on the Nazi German attempt to annihilate the
Jewish population of Europe during the Second World War. The
concerns of the course are 1) the destructive potential in modern
systems of social order and 2) human behavior under extreme
conditions.
MUS 300 HON: Women in the Performing Arts (3)
The focus of this course is the acceptance and recognition of
women into the musical mainstream from Biblical times through the
present. Students will be encouraged to relate the research to their
personal interests and academic curricula.
PHI 314 HON: Asian Thought (3)
A study of the major texts and thinkers that form the basis for
East Asian philosophy and religion; with emphasis on Vedas,
Upanisads, Early Buddhist Sutras. Studies the ongoing debates
between Hindu and Buddhist thinkers with an emphasis on
perception, language, the nature of existence, the nature of self, and
salvation. Will also compare and contrast these systems of belief
with Western philosophical and religious systems. (Meets crosscultural
requirement)
PHI 214/SOC 214 HON: Ethics: Theory and Praxis (3)
This course benefits students planning careers in the helping
professions and those providing services to diverse populations.
Foundations of the Western philosophical tradition regarding ethical
concepts and human nature will be examined in the first part of the
course, with special emphasis on key thinkers. The second part
involves both examination and application of the process of ethical
decision-making, with strong focus upon the types of current ethical
issues that workers face.
PHI 334/ THE 334 HON: Reason and Reality: “Questing” (3)
“Questing” or seeking earnestly for truth has been a driving
force in philosophy. Historically, Catholic philosophers have
recognized the compatibility of reason and faith in their quest for
truth. In this course, students will embark on their own
philosophical quest as they read primary texts of Catholic
philosophers, write philosophical journal entries, engage in
philosophical discourse, and collaborate with fellow “questers” in
presenting a research paper that blends reason and reality.
PSY 308 HON: Children and Societies Worldwide (3)
This course will explore the effects of societal institutions on child
development around the globe, with special emphasis on non-Western
societies. Students will examine political, social, and economic
forces that affect children’s psychological, physical and cognitive
growth and development. (Meets cross-cultural requirement)
SOC 360 HON: Culture and Gender (3)
A critical examination of the myths which explain and sanction
differences between the sexes. A look at theories which underlie
myths, the evidence supporting theories, and consequences of myths
for women and men, cross-cultural examination of gender in non-
Western societies. (Meets cross-cultural requirements)
LEVEL III
400 HON: Independent Honors Research (3)
Independent research on a subject of interest to the student and
approved by the Honors Committee as having rigor commensurate
with the goals of the Honors Program.
401 HON: Honors Colloquium: (3)
Seminar in which students and faculty determine a global topic
as the basis from which students can conduct independent research
in their field of interest.
Recognition
The Honors Committee awards certificates of achievement. The
student transcript reads “Honors” before the course number. The
graduation program indicates that the student has completed the
Honors Program.
Cultural and Social Activities
Honors students meet socially with faculty each semester at the
Honors Seminar. The Honors Program sponsors speakers and
intercollegiate symposia on campus; encourages students to attend
lectures, films, and museums off campus; and involves students in
the meetings of the National Collegiate Honors Council and
regional honors conferences.
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