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LIBERAL STUDIES
(LBST)
LBST 1101. The Arts and Society: Dance. (3)
An introduction to dance in the context of the arts and
society. Exploration of the similarities among selected
folk and ethnic dance traditions from around the world in
terms of functionality; how 20th century American concert
dance, social dance, and popular entertainment dance reflect
those traditions; socio-political issues evidenced in
choreography through lectures, discussion, film video, and
live dance performance. May not be repeated for credit.
(Fall, Spring)
LBST 1102. The Arts and Society: Film. (3)
An introduction to the art of film in the context of the
arts and society. Analysis of the elements of narrative and
documentary film, including works made for television.
Examines the role of Hollywood, international, and
independent cinema (including television) in reflecting,
shaping, and critiquing society. May not be repeated for
credit.
(Fall, Spring, Summer) (Evenings)
LBST 1103. The Arts and Society: Music. (3)
This course is an introduction to music in the context of
the arts and society. Students will survey the position of
music in selected cultures from around the world. Emphasis
will be placed on music in the United States and Europe.
Students will experience a wide range of ideas and styles
and move toward thoughtful, critical, and creative
listening. Through this course students will gain a deeper
understanding of the place of music in reflecting, shaping
and critiquing society. May not be repeated for credit.
(Fall, Spring, Summer) (Evenings)
LBST 1104. The Arts and Society: Theater. (3)
An introduction to theater in the context of the arts and
society. Analysis of the elements that make up theatrical
events. The place of theater in reflecting, shaping, and
critiquing society. May not be repeated for credit.
(Fall, Spring)
LBST 1105. The Arts and Society: Visual Arts. (3)
An introduction to the visual arts in the context of the
arts and society. The analysis of visual culture in a
variety of media and genres in different historical periods
and geographic locations. The function, meaning, and
politics of individual works of art and art movements. Also
addresses the role of art as a site for the articulation of
value systems, including gender, class, and race. May not
be repeated for credit.
(Fall, Spring, Summer)
LBST 2101. Western Cultural and Historical Awareness. (3)
All sections of this course explore a major aspect of
Western culture. Particular attention is given to an
examination of the constructed nature of the present through
a close examination of the past and the ways that selected
institutions, ideas, or practices change over time and
spread in human society, producing both continuity and
novelty. May not be repeated for credit.
(Fall, Spring, Summer) (Evenings)
LBST 2102. Global and Intercultural Connections. (3)
All sections of this course examine two or more cultures in
their own contexts and in the contexts of the global
conditions and influences that impact all major world
cultures today. Particular attention is given to an analysis
of the complex nature of globalization and to a
consideration of both its positive and negative impacts.
May not be repeated for credit.
(Fall, Spring, Summer) (Evenings)
LBST 2211. Ethical Issues in Personal, Professional, and
Public Life. (3)
An analysis of the conceptual tools needed to make
informed, responsible judgments based on the ability to
think critically and knowledgeably about issues of personal,
professional, and public ethics and morality. The study of a
variety of ethical views and ethical issues. May not be
repeated for credit.
(Fall, Spring, Summer) (Evenings)
LBST 2212. Literature and Culture. (3)
This course examines the connections between literature and
culture. Students are offered the opportunity to examine
the roles that literature plays in reflecting, shaping, and
challenging cultures. May not be repeated for credit.
(Fall, Spring, Summer) (Evenings)
LBST 2213. Science, Technology, and Society. (3)
The role of science and technology in society. The
appreciation and understanding of science and the public
policy issues related to science and technology. Issues such
as science vs. pseudo-science, the ethics of science and
technology, the methods of the sciences, the importance of
major scientific discoveries, and public expectations of the
sciences. May not be repeated for credit.
(Fall, Spring) (Evenings)
LBST 2214. Issues of Health and Quality of Life. (3)
A study of individual and social aspects of health. Analysis
of individual health and illness behavior and theory; the
social, political, and economic contexts of health and
illness; and the broad cultural, ethical, and religious
understandings of health and illness. May not be repeated
for credit.
(Fall, Spring)
LBST 2215. Citizenship. (3)
A study of the concept of citizenship as it has evolved in
different cultures with an emphasis on scholarly
understandings of the rights and responsibilities of
citizenship. Includes an examination of the ethical
dimensions of citizenship in political, social, and
religious contexts. The course includes a service component
that allows students to explore the relations of citizenship
and public service. During the semester the course meets a
total of 27 hours for classroom lectures and discussions and
requires completion of 25 hours of voluntary service in the
community. May not be repeated for credit.
(Fall, Spring)
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