Bulletin 2007-2008 - Austin College

LEADERSHIP STUDIESof five courses in one discipline. Oneof the nine course credit units will bea directed study (460), which mustinvolve the approaches of multiple disciplinesto an appropriate topic as anadvanced, summative project. The majorwill demonstrate proficiency at the236-level in Spanish or Portuguese.A minor in Latin American studiesconsists of a minimum of five approvedcourse credit units with significant LatinAmerican content, with work completedin at least two disciplines, andtwo courses numbered 300 or above.Language competency in Spanish orPortuguese through the 202-level, or itsequivalent, also is required.Latin American studies courses offeredin other disciplines include History123, 221, 225, 320, 322, and 327,Spanish 356, and when offered ona Latin American topic, Anthropology250 and 350-450, History 250,350-450, and 460, and Spanish 250,350-450, and 481. Additional coursesthat may count as part of the major,provided the student pursues a specificresearch focus related to Latin America,include Economics 235, 244, and 481,Political Science 130, 430, 432, and440, and Anthropology 123, 235, 265,and 365.Students majoring in Latin Americanstudies are strongly urged to plan tospend a January term, summer term,or year abroad in Latin America.Disciplinary courses approved for LatinAmerican Studies are listed collectivelyin the course schedule each term.460 Directed Study(Variable course credit)490 Independent Study492 Independent StudyOff-Campus/NSOCLEADERSHIP STUDIESPeter DeLisle, directorThe Leadership Studies program focuseson the study of contemporaryand classical models of leadership.The seminars are designed to introduceand enhance students’ knowledgeand personal awareness of thesubject and field of leadership. Thesecourses are open to all students.In addition, interested students areencouraged to enhance their knowledgeand understanding of leadershipthrough other Austin College coursesthat complement the leadership studiescurriculum.120 Introduction to Leadership(1/2 course credit)This course is designed to provide an overviewand understanding of the concepts ofleadership as well as multiple opportunitiesfor the assessment of leadership styles,leadership effectiveness, strengths and areasneeding development. Specific subjects includeinterpersonal awareness, feedback andcommunication, decision-making, performancedevelopment, conflict managementand problem-solving and the values andethics of leadership. (Each fall and spring).240 Studies in Leadership(1/2 course credit)This course will focus more particularly onleadership in national or international affairs.In this dialogue-based seminar, studentsexamine different theories, archetypes andparadigms of leadership from the perspectiveof multiple cultures and organizations. Prerequisite:LEAD 120 (Each fall and spring)480 InternshipIn this course select students may engage inspecial leadership internships, constituting35 hours a week or more, which enables thestudent to observe, analyze, and practiceleadership in action under the guidance ofa mentor and supervisor. To earn credit forthis experience, the student must present aformal written and oral report at the end oftheir internship experience. May be repeatedfor up to 2 course credit units.118 | COURSES OF INSTRUCTION