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On-Site Session 1: 12 August - 6 October
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| Course | Class No. | Section | Start & End Date | Day | Time | Status | Location |
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On-Site Session 1: 12 August - 6 October
| Course | Class No. | Section | Start & End Date | Day | Time | Status | Location |
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| ARTH 334 | Understanding Movies (3) | ||||||
(Formerly HUMN 334.) An analysis of one of the most important means of artistic expression of the 20th century. The goal is to acquire a deeper understanding of the aesthetic qualities of film by considering the stylistic elements of film as it has evolved throughout the century and weighing the special relationship between cinema and literature. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: ARTH 334, HUMN 334, or HUMN 498D. |
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| 87290 | A501 | 12 Aug 26-06 Oct 26 | Th | 1800-2100 | Open | Kadena Air Base | |
| Faculty: Scott, Cord A. | Syllabus | Course Materials | |||||
| Note: 8-week hybrid class; meets on-site | |||||||
| BMGT 380 | Business Law I (3) | ||||||
(Strongly recommended for students seeking careers as CPAs, lawyers, or managers.) A conceptual and functional analysis and application of legal principles and concepts relevant to the conduct and understanding of commercial business transactions in the domestic and global environments. The aim is to evaluate sources of law, legal process, procedures, and remedies and to analyze tort, criminal, and contractual rights, obligations, liabilities, and remedies in the business environment. Topics include the legal, ethical, and social environments of business; civil and criminal law; agency; types of business organizations; and contracts and sales agreements. |
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| 87298 | A501 | 12 Aug 26-06 Oct 26 | W | 1800-2100 | Open | Kadena Air Base | |
| Faculty: Berg, Allan J. | Syllabus | Course Materials | |||||
| Note: 8-week hybrid class; meets on-site | |||||||
| DATA 200 | Data Literacy Foundations (3) | ||||||
An introduction to data and data literacy for students of all majors to enhance their ability to understand and work in today's data-driven world. The aim is to collect, manage, evaluate and apply data in a critical manner and examine the role, significance, and implications of data, including ethical issues within a society, in organizations, or for individuals. Developing skills in data manipulation, analysis, and visualization, students will generate insights from data, build knowledge, and make decisions. Topics include the effective use of cloud-based data storage, collaboration and communication techniques. |
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| 87301 | A501 | 12 Aug 26-06 Oct 26 | W | 1800-2100 | Open | Kadena Air Base | |
| Faculty: Wills, David F. | Syllabus | Course Materials | |||||
| Note: 8-week hybrid class; meets on-site | |||||||
| ECON 201 | Principles of Macroeconomics (3) | ||||||
An introductory study of the macroeconomy. The objective is to apply select macroeconomic theories to real-world situations. Discussion covers economic growth, technological innovation, unemployment, inflation, and the roles of monetary policy and fiscal policy in determining macroeconomic performance. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: ECON 201 or ECON 205. |
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| 87302 | A501 | 12 Aug 26-06 Oct 26 | Tu | 1800-2100 | Open | Kadena Air Base | |
| Faculty: Laraqui, Saad | Syllabus | Course Materials | |||||
| Note: 8-week hybrid class; meets on-site | |||||||
| HIST 156 | History of the United States to 1865 (3) | ||||||
A survey of the United States from colonial times to the end of the Civil War. The establishment and development of national institutions are traced. The aim is to locate, evaluate, and use primary and secondary sources and interpret current events and ideas in a historical context. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: HIST 156 or HUMN 119. |
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| 87305 | A501 | 12 Aug 26-06 Oct 26 | M | 1800-2100 | Open | Kadena Air Base | |
| Faculty: Scott, Cord A. | Syllabus | Course Materials | |||||
| Note: 8-week hybrid class; meets on-site; class will not meet 7 Sept | |||||||
| HUMN 100 | Introduction to Humanities (3) | ||||||
An introduction to the humanities through a review of some of the major developments in human culture. The goal is to analyze how societies express their ideas through art, literature, music, religion, and philosophy and to consider some of the underlying assumptions about the way societies are formed and run. Focus is on developing the conceptual tools to understand cultural phenomena critically. |
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| 87306 | A501 | 12 Aug 26-06 Oct 26 | Tu | 1800-2100 | Open | Kadena Air Base | |
| Faculty: Bunker, Anthony J. | Syllabus | Course Materials | |||||
| Note: 8-week hybrid class; meets on-site | |||||||
| JAPN 111 | Elementary Japanese I (3) | ||||||
For online sections, microphone, speakers, and occasional synchronous work required. (Not open to native speakers of Japanese;: assumes no prior knowledge of Japanese. Students with prior experience with the Japanese language should take a placement test to assess appropriate level.) An introduction to spoken and written Japanese language. The objective is to communicate in Japanese in some concrete, real-life situations using culturally appropriate language; read and write hiragana; and read some katakana words in context. |
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| 87307 | A501 | 12 Aug 26-06 Oct 26 | W/M | 1800-2100 | Open | Kadena Air Base | |
| Faculty: Azama, Kisho | Syllabus | Course Materials | |||||
| Note: 8-week class; meets on-site; class will not meet 7 Sept | |||||||
| JAPN 112 | Elementary Japanese II (3) | ||||||
For online sections, microphone, speakers, and occasional synchronous work required. (Not open to native speakers of Japanese.) Prerequisite: JAPN 111 or appropriate score on a placement test. A continued introduction to spoken and written Japanese. The goal is to communicate in Japanese in concrete, real-life situations using culturally appropriate language; read and write katakana; and recognize some kanji characters in context. Practice is provided in improving pronunciation and developing the oral and written skills used in everyday communication. |
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| 87309 | A501 | 12 Aug 26-06 Oct 26 | W | 1800-2100 | Open | Kadena Air Base | |
| Faculty: Taira, Kumi | Syllabus | Course Materials | |||||
| Note: 8-week hybrid class; meets on-site | |||||||
| JAPN 114 | Elementary Japanese III (3) | ||||||
For online sections, microphone, speakers and occasional synchronous work required. (Not open to native speakers of Japanese.) Prerequisite: JAPN 112 or appropriate score on a placement test. Further study of spoken and written Japanese. The aim is to communicate in Japanese in a variety of concrete, real-life situations, using culturally appropriate language and to expand recognition of kanji characters in context. Practice is provided in improving pronunciation and developing the oral and written skills used in everyday communication. |
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| 87991 | A502 | 12 Aug 26-06 Oct 26 | W/M | 1800-2100 | Open | Kadena Air Base | |
| Faculty: Kyuna, Ikumi | Syllabus | Course Materials | |||||
| Note: 8-week class; meets on-site | |||||||
| MRKT 210 | Marketing Principles (3) | ||||||
(Formerly MRKT 310.) A foundational study of the marketing principles followed to create, communicate, and deliver value for customers. Focus is on the pivotal role of value and customer satisfaction in marketing. Discussion covers strategies, tactics, and all the major components of the marketing process. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 350, MGMT 322, MRKT 210, MRKT 310, or TMGT 322. |
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| 87360 | A501 | 12 Aug 26-06 Oct 26 | Th | 1800-2100 | Open | Kadena Air Base | |
| Faculty: Evans, Gregory S. | Syllabus | Course Materials | |||||
| Note: 8-week hybrid class; meets on-site | |||||||
| NUTR 100 | Elements of Nutrition (3) | ||||||
A study of the scientific and quantitative foundations of the applied science of human nutrition. The goal is to understand how nutrition reflects an integration across scientific disciplines and how foods provide important nutrients that provide substance and energy for healthy living. Topics include scientific reasoning, healthy meal planning, and weight management. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: NUTR 100 or NUTR 200. |
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| 87361 | A501 | 12 Aug 26-06 Oct 26 | Tu | 1800-2100 | Open | Kadena Air Base | |
| Faculty: Filonova Thorp, Irina | Syllabus | Course Materials | |||||
| Note: 8-week hybrid class; meets on-site | |||||||
| PSYC 100 | Introduction to Psychology (3) | ||||||
A survey of the basic principles, research concepts, and problems in psychological science. The biological, cognitive, and social perspectives of human thought and behavior are addressed. The goal is to apply major concepts and use the scientific method to enhance the understanding of individual, community, and organizational life experiences. Topics include neuroscience, sensation and perception, learning and conditioning, memory, motivation, language and intelligence, personality and social behavior, and psychopathology and therapy. Applications of psychology are also presented. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BEHS 101 or PSYC 100. |
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| 87366 | A502 | 12 Aug 26-06 Oct 26 | M | 1800-2100 | Open | Kadena Air Base | |
| Faculty: Berg, Allan J. | Syllabus | Course Materials | |||||
| Note: 8-week hybrid class; meets on-site; class will not meet 7 Sept | |||||||
| PSYC 220 | Social Psychology (3) | ||||||
(Formerly PSYC 321). Prerequisite: PSYC 100. An examination of the influence of social factors on individual and interpersonal behaviors. The objective is to analyze how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are affected by the presence of others (actual or imagined). Topics include the self, social perception, social cognition and information processing, relationships, attitudes, social influence, and group behavior. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BEHS 221, BEHS 421, BEHS 450, PSYC 220, PSYC 221, or PSYC 321. |
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| 87368 | A501 | 12 Aug 26-06 Oct 26 | M | 1800-2100 | Open | Kadena Air Base | |
| Faculty: Anderson, Christopher J. | Syllabus | Course Materials | |||||
| Note: 8-week hybrid class; meets on-site; class will not meet 7 Sept | |||||||
| SPCH 100 | Foundations of Oral Communication (3) | ||||||
For online sections, access to a broadband internet connection, use of a digital camera capable of recording 10-minute videos, and the ability to save and transfer video to a hosting site required. (Fulfills the prerequisite for all upper-level SPCH courses.) An introduction to oral communication, with emphasis on interpersonal communication, small-group communication, and public speaking. The objective is to prepare speeches, provide feedback to others, and participate in group activities. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: SPCH 100, SPCH 100X, SPCH 101, SPCH 107, or SPCH 108. |
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| 87372 | A502 | 12 Aug 26-06 Oct 26 | Th | 1800-2100 | Open | Kadena Air Base | |
| Faculty: Monsma, Melody A. | Syllabus | Course Materials | |||||
| Note: 8-week hybrid class; meets on-site | |||||||
| STAT 200 | Introduction to Statistics (3) | ||||||
An introduction to statistics. The objective is to assess the validity of statistical conclusions; organize, summarize, interpret, and present data using graphical and tabular representations; and apply principles of inferential statistics. Focus is on selecting and applying appropriate statistical tests and determining reasonable inferences and predictions from a set of data. Topics include methods of sampling; percentiles; concepts of probability; probability distributions; normal, t-, and chi-square distributions; confidence intervals; hypothesis testing of one and two means; proportions; binomial experiments; sample size calculations; correlation; regression; and analysis of variance (ANOVA). Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BEHS 202, BEHS 302, BMGT 230, ECON 321, GNST 201, MATH 111, MGMT 316, PSYC 200, SOCY 201, STAT 100, STAT 200, STAT 225, or STAT 230. |
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| 87374 | A501 | 12 Aug 26-06 Oct 26 | Tu | 1800-2100 | Open | Kadena Air Base | |
| Faculty: Wills, David F. | Syllabus | Course Materials | |||||
| Note: 8-week hybrid class; meets on-site | |||||||
| WRTG 111 | Foundations of Writing and Communication (3) | ||||||
The first course in the two-course series WRTG 111 - WRTG 112. Fulfills the general education requirement in communications. An introduction to essential skills in reading, writing, and speaking for academic and professional contexts. The goal is to develop proficiency in creating and analyzing different types of communication, including written, spoken, visual, and multimodal formats, while connecting ideas with others perspectives. Topics include integrating sources with attribution, exploring ethical and effective use of AI in communication, and making rhetorical choices to achieve clarity and audience engagement. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: WRTG 100A, WRTG 111, or WRTG 111X. |
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| 87375 | A501 | 12 Aug 26-06 Oct 26 | W | 1245-1545 | Closed | Kadena Air Base | |
| Faculty: Nieubuurt, Joshua T. | Syllabus | Course Materials | |||||
| Note: 8-week High School hybrid class; meets on-site | |||||||
| WRTG 111 | Foundations of Writing and Communication (3) | ||||||
The first course in the two-course series WRTG 111 - WRTG 112. Fulfills the general education requirement in communications. An introduction to essential skills in reading, writing, and speaking for academic and professional contexts. The goal is to develop proficiency in creating and analyzing different types of communication, including written, spoken, visual, and multimodal formats, while connecting ideas with others perspectives. Topics include integrating sources with attribution, exploring ethical and effective use of AI in communication, and making rhetorical choices to achieve clarity and audience engagement. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: WRTG 100A, WRTG 111, or WRTG 111X. |
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| 87377 | A503 | 12 Aug 26-06 Oct 26 | W | 1800-2100 | Open | Kadena Air Base | |
| Faculty: | Syllabus | Course Materials | |||||
| Note: 8-week hybrid class; meets on-site | |||||||
| WRTG 391 | Advanced Research Writing (3) | ||||||
(Fulfills the general education requirement in upper-level advanced writing.) Prerequisite: WRTG 112. Instruction and practice in academic research skills. The objective is to critically analyze scholarly and other credible sources and effectively integrate source material into a complex argument. Emphasis is placed on synthesizing multiple sources in producing a literature review on a focused topic. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: ENGL 391, ENGL 391X, WRTG 391, or WRTG 391X. |
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| 87379 | A501 | 12 Aug 26-06 Oct 26 | M | 1800-2100 | Open | Kadena Air Base | |
| Faculty: Mahoney, Christian M. | Syllabus | Course Materials | |||||
| Note: 8-week hybrid class; meets on-site | |||||||