School of Professional Studies - William Jessup University
School of Professional Studies - William Jessup University
School of Professional Studies - William Jessup University
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2010-2011<br />
Restoration History<br />
A study <strong>of</strong> the background, inauguration, and development <strong>of</strong> the nondenominational movement <strong>of</strong> the 19th century to restore<br />
New Testament Christianity, with special emphasis given to the problem <strong>of</strong> Christian unity.<br />
HIST481 3 units<br />
California History<br />
This course will survey California history from exploration to the present day. Contemporary issues in California’s economy,<br />
ecology and society will also be examined. (Prerequisite: HIST221/222 or HIST231/232)<br />
HIST485 3 units<br />
The American Frontier<br />
An overview <strong>of</strong> westward expansion <strong>of</strong> the United States from the colonial period through the “closing <strong>of</strong> the Frontier” (Frederick<br />
Jackson Turner) near the close <strong>of</strong> the 19th century. The continuing legacy <strong>of</strong> the Frontier and what that means for the American<br />
mythos will also be studied. (Prerequisite: HIST221/222 or HIST231/232)<br />
HIST498 3 units<br />
Research and Historiography (S)<br />
This course will serve as the capstone for the history major. Philosophies <strong>of</strong> history, methodological concerns and the<br />
development <strong>of</strong> history as a discipline will be examined. Students will be required to do primary research and writing on an<br />
historical issue <strong>of</strong> their choice. (Prerequisite: HIST221/222 or HIST231/232)<br />
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ICS103 3 units<br />
Kairos: God, the Church and the World (was Perspectives on the World Christian Movement)<br />
A foundational course on the study <strong>of</strong> God’s global purposes from biblical, historical, cultural, and strategic perspectives. This<br />
course guides the students in envisioning their role in the world Christian movement.<br />
ICS202 3 units<br />
Cultural Anthropology<br />
An introduction to the science <strong>of</strong> the study <strong>of</strong> man in his cultural setting. The end in view is the gaining <strong>of</strong> a better understanding<br />
<strong>of</strong> different customs and cultures to enable more effective cross-cultural communication. (Prerequisite: Sophomore standing)<br />
ICS246 3 units<br />
Building a People <strong>of</strong> Power<br />
An independent study course with integrative discussions based on Robert C. Linthicum’s VHS series and book Building A People<br />
<strong>of</strong> Power. This course explores how God’s people can exercise power in ways that further God’s kingdom by transforming urban<br />
neighborhoods into shalom communities.<br />
ICS310 3 units<br />
Intercultural Communication<br />
An introduction to how culture affects the process <strong>of</strong> intercultural communication with practical experience as a high contrast<br />
cultural partnership. Understanding is the priority as students look at the vast varieties <strong>of</strong> worldviews, customs, attitudes, values,<br />
belief systems, and behaviors which culture includes. Enhanced communication <strong>of</strong> the Christian gospel is crossculturally is one<br />
expected outcome.<br />
ICS320 3 units<br />
World Religions<br />
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