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ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
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HRC 300 Colloquium on Human Rights (¼)
A capstone experience for the minor in human rights and conflict studies. For this project,
students in the minor come together, under the guidance of a faculty member (or
members) to share their various perspectives on human rights and create (individually or
communally) a final product, which can take several possible forms, such as an
integrative essay, performance, or community action plan. Prerequisite: completion of the
area requirements for the human rights and conflict studies minor; the fifth course may be
taken concurrently.
HRC 434 Introduction to International Human Rights Law (1)
A seminar on international law with an emphasis on human rights. Concepts and
principles, functions and processes associated with international law are applied to
general categories of human rights. Special attention is paid to the International Criminal
Court, war crimes, genocide, children’s rights, human trafficking, modern slavery,
workers’ rights, gender and health issues, the environment, indigenous rights, torture, and
punishment. Student engagement with a human rights institution is a requirement. (Also
listed as PS 434.) Prerequisite: at least junior standing. Spring of odd-numbered years.
HS - Health Sciences
HS 177, 277, 377, 477 Special Topics in Health Sciences (1)
An exploration of a selected topic or problem in health sciences.
HS 105 ES Hot Topics in Food and Nutrition (1)
A discussion-based seminar spanning controversial and popular topics in the realm of
food and nutrition. Topics may include fad diets, foodborne illness, food security,
farming methodology, genetically modified foods, the role of the U.S. government in
nutrition guideline, and industry’s role in determining the regulation of our food. An
Explorations in Scholarship designated course.
HS 200 Introduction to Nutrition (1)
An introduction to the science of human nutrition and dietetics. Topics include essential
nutrients and their relationship to health and metabolism, dietary recommendations for
wellness, and an overview of nutritional requirements across the life cycle. A Poverty
Studies and Public Health Studies designated course. Prerequisite: BI 115. Spring.
HS 203 Human Physiology (1)
A study of the fundamental functions of human organ systems and their significance to
human health. Intended for students interested in pre-nursing, pre-pharmacy, allied health
or related fields; not intended for pre-medical students. Prerequisites: BI 115 and BI 125.
Fall.
Birmingham-Southern College Catalog 2023-2024