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MACS 6670 – Introduction to International Relations and International Issues
This course is an introduction to world politics and is intended to give the student a
better understanding of international relations and the complex issues and perspectives
affecting the world community. We will investigate many aspects of international
relations such as the dominate theories of international relations, the history of the
nation-state, the definition of power, Islamic fundamentalism, terrorism, war, ethnic
conflict, political economy, international institutions, transnational organizations, trade,
modernization, dependency theory, imperialism, globalization, and the foreign policy of
the United States and its impact on the world community. Students are expected to keep
up to date with current global events by reading an international newspaper each day
and being prepared to connect and apply those current events to the topics covered in
class.
MACS 7220 – Fundamental Concepts of Climate Change II
The social consequences of a changing climate are numerous and have the potential to
significantly alter human-livelihood and even create community conflict and unrest. In
this course, which is one of the two required (core) courses for the Graduate Certificate
in Marine and Coastal Climate Change, students will explore climate change from a social
perspective. Where appropriate, the course will be explored in the context of the marine
and coastal environment.
M.S. in College Student Affairs
CSPA 5001 - The 21st Century College Student
An examination is made of students in higher education to prepare professionals for the
various groups they will serve. Focus is given to the ever-changing student clientele, its
subgroups and cultures. Along with student development theories, student
characteristics, attitudes, values and broad issues regarding their participation in the
educational experience will be explored. Offered fall.
CSPA 5002 - Current Issues and Trends in Higher Education
Staying abreast of current issues and trends in higher education is critical to becoming a
competent student affairs educator. This course is designed to expose students to a
variety of current issues and trends in higher education that have a dramatic impact on
the student affairs profession and on our work as student affairs educators. Strategies to
address major issues will be discussed. Offered winter.
CSPA 5003 - The College Student and the Law
Increasingly the courts play a pivotal role in the lives of student affairs practitioners.
From student judicial cases to Supreme Court decisions on activity fees, a broad-based
understanding of the law related to higher education is essential. This course will
examine the impact of the legal system on both public and private colleges and
universities as well as explore model student codes of conduct. Offered summer.
CSPA 5004 - Administration in College Student Affairs Work
This course will examine attributes, skills and institutional conditions within student
personnel work that impact effective administration. Some of the major areas to be
explored include personnel practices, supervision, budget, finance, program
development, short/long range planning, and internal and external governing bodies. An
interactive course design will allow for “hands-on” practical applications and the
development of well-grounded practitioners. Offered fall.
