SEM-455 |
Women in Science |
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This course focuses on the critically important contributions made by women scientists of past and present. | |||
Special emphasis will be placed on those women awarded the Nobel Prize for scientific accomplishments in their | |||
disciplines. Students will acquire an appreciation of the professional obstacles circumvented by these courageous | |||
innovators who have significantly impacted the realm of the scientific world. Science and technology are often | |||
considered to be the forte of men. However, the numerous gifted women scientists highlighted in this course are | |||
credited with crucial contemporary discoveries and inventions and are recognized by their communities of | |||
interest within the world of science. This course will also explore the influence exerted by women scientists in | |||
their ongoing contributing roles in shaping future generations of women in science. This course focuses on one | |||
of the five critical concerns of the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas, women, earth, non-violence, racism, | |||
immigration, namely earth and being merciful stewards of mother earth through responsible scientific practices. | |||
This course meets the University ' s definition of writing intensive. |
3.00 |
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SEM-460 |
Environmental Feminisms |
This course explores the nexus between women and nature. The connection between gendered oppression and environmental destruction has been demonstrated for decades. This course goes beyond ecofeminist theorizing to explore the current problems and practical applications related to universal equality and environmental justice. Students will be encouraged to explore ntersectional, decolonizing, and non-dualistic ways of thinking about environmental feminist concerns. Academic and creative writing skills will be utilized to express students ' ideas and hopes for a sustainable and socially just future. This course focuses on Women, which is one of the five critical concerns of the Sisters of Mercy: Earth, Nonviolence, Women, Racism, and Immigration. This course |
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meets the University ' s definition of writing intensive. |
3.00 |
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SEM-501 |
Technology for Good |
Technology for Good focuses on nonprofit use of digital media such as social media and websites that address issues the Sisters of Mercy Critical Concerns with a special focus women. Specifically we will review and critique nonprofit digital media for good that address women ' s issues, earth, and nonviolence. Some organizational social |
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and digital media we will review include: Susan G Komen, Girls Who Code, and more. |
3.00 |
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SEM-520 |
Green Marketing |
This signature seminar will explore the dynamic relationship between ethical marketing, mindful consumption, and protecting our planet, rooted in the Sisters of Mercy ' s critical concern for the Earth. This course will seek to understand and outline ways businesses can thrive economically while positively impacting the Earth ' s wellbeing. We will explore mindfulness in an over-consumption culture while critically examining current marketing practices and consumer behaviors. A deep dive into conscious marketing, consumer empowerment, and corporate social responsibility will help shape a more sustainable future where businesses prosper alongside a |
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vital Earth. |
3.00 |
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SLP-400 |
Phonetics |
Focuses on the typical production of speech sounds, transcribing speech using the International Phonetic Alphabet, analyzing the acoustic properties of speech sounds, provides a foundation for understanding of typical and atypical speech development and patterns and regional and foreign accents. The course also includes an |
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introduction to speech sound disorders in pediatric populations. |
3.00 |
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SLP-410 |
Language Development |
Focuses on the development of spoken and written language in humans from birth through early adulthood. The course emphasizes the role of environment and human biological factors utilized in learning to communicate |
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with words, sentences, and narratives. It also covers the development of reading and writing. |
3.00 |
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