May 15, 2024  
2022-23 Academic Catalog 
    
2022-23 Academic Catalog [NOT CURRENT CATALOGS]

Course Descriptions


 

Music Performance

  
  • MUP 271 - Performance: Piano*APC


    Credits: 2-3

    Individual instruction in the technical and stylistic aspects of artistic solo performance. Open to students who meet the necessary level of ability.

    General Education Core: Artistic Process & Creation
    Course Attributes: APC,CIVI
  
  • MUP 274 - Performance: Voice*APC


    Credits: 2-3

    Individual instruction in the technical and stylistic aspects of artistic solo performance. Open to students who meet the necessary level of ability.

    General Education Core: Artistic Process & Creation
    Course Attributes: APC,CIVI
  
  • MUP 275 - Performance: Strings*APC


    Credits: 2-3

    Individual instruction in the technical and stylistic aspects of artistic solo performance. Open to students who meet the necessary level of ability.

    General Education Core: Artistic Process & Creation
    Course Attributes: APC,CIVI
  
  • MUP 280 - Performance: Guitar*APC


    Credits: 2-3

    Individual instruction in the technical and stylistic aspects of artistic solo performance. Open to students who meet the necessary level of ability.

    General Education Core: Artistic Process & Creation
    Course Attributes: APC,CIVI
  
  • MUP 281 - Performance: Woodwinds*APC


    Credits: 2-3

    Individual instruction in the technical and stylistic aspects of artistic solo performance. Open to students who meet the necessary level of ability.

    General Education Core: Artistic Process & Creation
    Course Attributes: APC,CIVI
  
  • MUP 286 - Performance: Brass*APC


    Credits: 2-3

    Individual instruction in the technical and stylistic aspects of artistic solo performance. Open to students who meet the necessary level of ability.

    General Education Core: Artistic Process & Creation
    Course Attributes: APC,CIVI
  
  • MUP 291 - Performance: Percussion*APC


    Credits: 2-3

    Individual instruction in the technical and stylistic aspects of artistic solo performance. Open to students who meet the necessary level of ability.

    General Education Core: Artistic Process & Creation
    Course Attributes: APC,CIVI
  
  • MUP 371 - Performance: Piano*APC


    Credits: 2-3

    Individual instruction in the technical and stylistic aspects of artistic solo performance. Open to students who meet the necessary level of ability. Recital and concert attendance required.

    Prerequisites: Consent of instructor and successful faculty-juried audition of 15-20 minutes is required. Student must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.
    General Education Core: Artistic Process & Creation
    Course Attributes: APC,CIVI
  
  • MUP 373 - Performance: Organ*APC


    Credits: 2-3

    Individual instruction in the technical and stylistic aspects of artistic solo performance. Open to students who meet the necessary level of ability. Recital and concert attendance required.

    Prerequisites: Consent of instructor and successful faculty-juried audition of 15- 20 minutes is required. Student must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.
    General Education Core: Artistic Process & Creation
    Course Attributes: APC,CIVI
  
  • MUP 374 - Performance: Voice*APC


    Credits: 2-3

    Individual instruction in the technical and stylistic aspects of artistic solo performance. Open to students who meet the necessary level of ability. Recital and concert attendance required.

    Prerequisites: Consent of instructor and successful faculty-juried audition of 15- 20 minutes is required. Student must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.
    General Education Core: Artistic Process & Creation
    Course Attributes: APC,CIVI
  
  • MUP 375 - Performance: Strings*APC


    Credits: 2-3

    Individual instruction in the technical and stylistic aspects of artistic solo performance. Open to students who meet the necessary level of ability. Recital and concert attendance required.

    Prerequisites: Consent of instructor and successful faculty-juried audition of 15-20 minutes is required. Student must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.
    General Education Core: Artistic Process & Creation
    Course Attributes: APC,CIVI
  
  • MUP 380 - Performance: Guitar*APC


    Credits: 2-3

    Individual instruction in the technical and stylistic aspects of artistic solo performance. Open to students who meet the necessary level of ability. Recital and concert attendance required.

    Prerequisites: Consent of instructor and successful faculty-juried audition of 15- 20 minutes is required. Student must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.
    General Education Core: Artistic Process & Creation
    Course Attributes: APC,CIVI
  
  • MUP 381 - Performance: Woodwinds*APC


    Credits: 2-3

    Individual instruction in the technical and stylistic aspects of artistic solo performance. Open to students who meet the necessary level of ability. Recital and concert attendance required.

    Prerequisites: Consent of instructor and successful faculty-juried audition of 15- 20 minutes is required. Student must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.
    General Education Core: Artistic Process & Creation
    Course Attributes: APC,CIVI
  
  • MUP 386 - Performance: Brass*APC


    Credits: 2-3

    Individual instruction in the technical and stylistic aspects of artistic solo performance. Open to students who meet the necessary level of ability. Recital and concert attendance required.

    Prerequisites: Consent of instructor and successful faculty-juried audition of 15- 20 minutes is required. Student must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.
    General Education Core: Artistic Process & Creation
    Course Attributes: APC,CIVI
  
  • MUP 391 - Performance: Percussion*APC


    Credits: 2-3

    Individual instruction in the technical and stylistic aspects of artistic solo performance. Open to students who meet the necessary level of ability. Recital and concert attendance required.

    Prerequisites: Consent of instructor and successful faculty-juried audition of 15- 20 minutes is required. Student must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.
    General Education Core: Artistic Process & Creation
    Course Attributes: APC,CIVI

Music

  
  • MUS 101 - Elements Music*APC


    Credits: 3

    An introductory course in music and its notation through analysis of rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic elements of music. Study of scales, intervals, triads, and seventh chords. First experiences in sight-singing and ear-training provide the basis for further study of music theory and composition.

    General Education Core: Artistic Process & Creation
    Course Attributes: APC,INQ
  
  • MUS 107 - Listen in Music*AEH


    Credits: 2

    Emphasis on selected works of classical, jazz and pop composers, fundamental musical concepts and active listening.

    General Education Core: Aesthetics & Humanities
    Course Attributes: AEH,CRIT
  
  • MUS 110 - Selected Topics


    Credits: 1-6

    Topics designed to meet current needs of students.

  
  • MUS 111 - Music Theory*AEH


    Credits: 3

    Tonal harmony in common practice: Study of scales, intervals, triads and harmonic progressions in terms of structure, procedures and application to four part music writing. Part of core curriculum for music majors. Taken concurrently with MUS 112 , MUS 192 , and MUS 140 . This course is part of the block schedule for music majors and minors.

    Prerequisites: Musical background or MUS 101 .
    General Education Core: Aesthetics & Humanities
    Course Attributes: AEH,INQ
  
  • MUS 112 - Musicianship I


    Credits: 2

    Development of aural perception through sight singing and diatonic melodies, duets and canons, and melodic and harmonic dictation. Taken concurrently with MUS 111 , MUS 192 , and MUS 140 . This course is part of the block schedule for music majors and minors.

    Prerequisites: Musical background or MUS 101 .
  
  • MUS 113 - Music Theory*AEH


    Credits: 3

    Tonal harmony in common practice: Study of scales, intervals, triads and harmonic progressions in terms of structure, procedures and application to four part music writing. Part of core curriculum for music majors. Taken concurrently with MUS 114 , MUS 193 , and MUS 225 . This course is part of the block schedule for music majors and minors.

    Prerequisites: A grade of C- or better in MUS 111 .
    General Education Core: Aesthetics & Humanities
    Course Attributes: AEH,INQ
  
  • MUS 114 - Musicianship II


    Credits: 2

    Development of aural perception through sight singing of diatonic melodies, duets and canons, and melodic and rhythmic dictation.

    Prerequisites: MUS 112 .
    Corequisite(s): Taken concurrently with MUS 113 , MUS 193 , and MUS 225 .

  
  • MUS 140 - Electronic Music I*APC


    Credits: 3

    Introductory study of the uses of digital, audio, and MIDI applications for music creation.

    General Education Core: Artistic Process & Creation
    Course Attributes: APC,INQ
  
  • MUS 192 - Class Lesson*APC


    Credits: 1-2

    Elementary course in three progressive terms treating the fundamental musical and technical problems of the voice or instrument concerned.

    General Education Core: Artistic Process & Creation
    Course Attributes: APC,CIVI
  
  • MUS 192D - Class Lesson: African Drumming*APC


    Credits: 2

    Elementary course exploring the musical and technical aspects of African Drumming.

    General Education Core: Artistic Process & Creation
    Course Attributes: APC,CIVI
  
  • MUS 192G - Class Lesson: Guitar*APC


    Credits: 1

    Elementary course exploring the musical and technical aspects of the guitar.

    General Education Core: Artistic Process & Creation
    Course Attributes: APC,CIVI
  
  • MUS 192P - Class Lesson: Piano*APC


    Credits: 2

    Elementary course exploring the musical and technical aspects of the piano.

    General Education Core: Artistic Process & Creation
    Course Attributes: APC,CIVI
  
  • MUS 192S - Class Lesson: Song Writing*APC


    Credits: 2

    Elementary course exploring the musical and technical aspects of song writing.

    General Education Core: Artistic Process & Creation
    Course Attributes: APC,CIVI
  
  • MUS 192V - Class Lesson: Voice*APC


    Credits: 2

    Elementary course exploring the musical and technical aspects of the singing voice.

    General Education Core: Artistic Process & Creation
    Course Attributes: APC,CIVI
  
  • MUS 193 - Class Lesson*APC


    Credits: 1-2

    Elementary course in three progressive terms treating the fundamental musical and technical problems of the voice or instrument concerned.

    General Education Core: Artistic Process & Creation
    Course Attributes: APC,CIVI
  
  • MUS 193D - Class Lesson: African Drumming*APC


    Credits: 2

    Elementary course exploring the musical and technical aspects of African Drumming.

    General Education Core: Artistic Process & Creation
    Course Attributes: APC,CIVI
  
  • MUS 193G - Class Lesson: Guitar*APC


    Credits: 1

    Elementary course exploring the musical and technical aspects of the guitar.

    Prerequisites: MUS 192G  or consent of instructor.
    General Education Core: Artistic Process & Creation
    Course Attributes: APC,CIVI
  
  • MUS 193P - Class Lesson: Piano*APC


    Credits: 2

    Elementary course exploring the musical and technical aspects of the piano.

    Prerequisites: MUS 192P  or consent of instructor.
    General Education Core: Artistic Process & Creation
    Course Attributes: APC,CIVI
  
  • MUS 193V - Class Lesson: Voice*APC


    Credits: 2

    Elementary course exploring the musical and technical aspects of the singing voice.

    General Education Core: Artistic Process & Creation
    Course Attributes: APC,CIVI
  
  • MUS 194 - Class Lesson*APC


    Credits: 1-2

    Elementary course in three progressive terms treating the fundamental musical and technical problems of the voice or instrument concerned.

    General Education Core: Artistic Process & Creation
    Course Attributes: APC,CIVI
  
  • MUS 194D - Class Lesson: African Drumming*APC


    Credits: 2

    Elementary course exploring the musical and technical aspects of African Drumming.

    General Education Core: Artistic Process & Creation
    Course Attributes: APC,CIVI
  
  • MUS 194G - Class Lesson: Guitar*APC


    Credits: 1

    Elementary course exploring the musical and technical aspects of the guitar.

    Prerequisites: MUS 193G  or consent of instructor.
    General Education Core: Artistic Process & Creation
    Course Attributes: APC,CIVI
  
  • MUS 194P - Class Lesson: Piano*APC


    Credits: 2

    Elementary course exploring the musical and technical aspects of the piano.

    Prerequisites: MUS 193P  or consent of instructor.
    General Education Core: Artistic Process & Creation
    Course Attributes: APC,CIVI
  
  • MUS 194V - Class Lesson: Voice*APC


    Credits: 2

    Elementary course exploring the musical and technical aspects of the singing voice.

    General Education Core: Artistic Process & Creation
    Course Attributes: APC,CIVI
  
  • MUS 195 - Various Ensemble Titles*APC


    Credits: 1-2

    Participation in ensembles (vocal or instrumental). Open to students who pass necessary tests of ability and skills.

    General Education Core: Artistic Process & Creation
    Course Attributes: APC,CIVI
  
  • MUS 195A - Community Orchestra*APC


    Credits: 1

    Participation in community orchestra ensemble. Open to students with previous instrumental experience.

    General Education Core: Artistic Process & Creation
    Course Attributes: APC,CIVI
  
  • MUS 195B - Community Band*APC


    Credits: 1

    Participation in community band ensemble. Open to students with previous instrumental experience.

    General Education Core: Artistic Process & Creation
    Course Attributes: APC,CIVI
  
  • MUS 195C - Community Chorus*APC


    Credits: 1

    Participation in community choir ensemble. Open to all students.

    General Education Core: Artistic Process & Creation
    Course Attributes: APC,CIVI
  
  • MUS 195D - African Drumming*APC


    Credits: 1

    Participation in community orchestra ensemble. Open to students with previous hand drumming experience

    Prerequisites: MUS 192D  
    General Education Core: Artistic Process & Creation
    Course Attributes: APC,CIVI
  
  • MUS 195E - 45th Parallel Ensemble*APC


    Credits: 2

    Participation in 45th Parallel ensemble. Open to students with previous instrumental or vocal experience.

    General Education Core: Artistic Process & Creation
    Course Attributes: APC,CIVI
  
  • MUS 195F - Fiddle Ensemble*APC


    Credits: 1

    Participation in fiddle ensemble. Open to students with previous instrumental or vocal experience.

    General Education Core: Artistic Process & Creation
    Course Attributes: APC,CIVI
  
  • MUS 195G - EOU Chamber Choir*APC


    Credits: 2

    Participation in EOU chamber choir ensemble. Open to students with previous vocal experience. Audition is required.

    General Education Core: Artistic Process & Creation
    Course Attributes: APC,CIVI
  
  • MUS 202 - World Music*AEH


    Credits: 3

    An exploration of the music of non-Western cultures, with special emphasis on contemporary African music.

    General Education Core: Aesthetics & Humanities
    Course Attributes: AEH,CRIT
  
  • MUS 203 - Jazz: American Music*AEH


    Credits: 3

    An introductory course in the history of America’s most enduring native music, jazz. Beginning with African music imported here through slavery, the course will explore the roots of jazz through blues and ragtime, early jazz, swing, bebop, hard bop, avant-garde, and jazz-rock fusion.

    General Education Core: Aesthetics & Humanities
    Course Attributes: AEH,CRIT
  
  • MUS 204 - Popular Music in America*AEH


    Credits: 3

    This course is designed to provide students with an introduction to the various musical styles, i.e., blues, jazz, rhythm and blues, folk, gospel, etc., which laid the foundation for American contemporary popular music. As a major social force during the last forty years, contemporary popular music has helped to define our “image” to ourselves and the “image” we portray to the rest of the world. Central to the focus of the course will be the exploration of the myth that our popular music is “simplistic, repetitive, and trite.”

    General Education Core: Aesthetics & Humanities
    Course Attributes: AEH,CRIT,DPD
  
  • MUS 209 - Practicum


    Credits: 1-3

    A planned and supervised work experience at an introductory level designed to offer students opportunity to explore or finalize career goals. The work experience extends the student’s learning experience beyond the classroom through approved learning objectives.

  
  • MUS 210 - Selected Topics


    Credits: 1-6

    Topics designed to meet current needs of students.

    Prerequisites: Some musical background recommended.
  
  • MUS 225 - Basic Conducting


    Credits: 3

    Basic work with baton technique, use of the left hand, score reading development (including transposition and elementary score analysis), and rhythmic skill development.

    Prerequisites: MUS 111  and MUS 112 .
    Course Attributes: UWR
  
  • MUS 292 - Class Lesson


    Credits: 1

    Intermediate course in three progressive terms treating the fundamental musical and technical problems of the instrument concerned.

  
  • MUS 304 - Down In The Boondocks*AEH


    Credits: 2

    This course is designed to provide students with an introduction to the various musical styles, i.e., blues, jazz, rhythm and blues, folk, gospel, etc., which laid the foundation for American contemporary popular music. Student must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.

    General Education Core: Aesthetics & Humanities
    Course Attributes: AEH,CRIT,DPD
  
  • MUS 310 - Selected Topics


    Credits: 1-6

    Topics designed to meet current needs of students.

    Prerequisites: Upper-division standing required. Musical background recommended. Students must have at least junior standing to register for this course.
  
  • MUS 311 - Chromatic Harmony & Jazz Theory


    Credits: 3

    An extensive study of rhythmic, harmonic, and melodic devices associated with the music of the Romantic period, followed by an introduction to the harmonic language of jazz tonality. Half of the course will be devoted to the chromatic harmony of the 19th century and the other half will focus on the Great American Songbook.

    Prerequisites: MUS 113 .
  
  • MUS 313 - Popular Music Theory


    Credits: 3

    An extensive study of rhythmic, harmonic, and melodic devices associated with popular song from Tin Pan Alley to current styles. Much of the course will be devoted to learning popular song notation, stylistic devices, forms and improvisational approaches.

    Prerequisites: MUS 113 .
  
  • MUS 315 - Intro Composition & Arranging


    Credits: 3

    The course will introduce students to the decision-making processes in musical composition and arranging. Students will be encouraged to experiment with new sound sources, new compositional techniques, and new approaches to musical performance. Opportunities for composing for both acoustic and electronic media will be made available.

    Prerequisites: MUS 113  
  
  • MUS 318 - Global Rhythms


    Credits: 2

    The course will focus on rhythmic study of the world’s musical cultures. Students will study West African drumming styles, Hindustani rhythmic concepts, South American and Caribbean claves and drum rhythms, Eastern European mixed meters and Afro-American rhythmic vocabulary (Jazz, Funk, R&B, Hip Hop, Soul, Rap, Gospel).

    Prerequisites: MUS 111 .
  
  • MUS 320 - Improvisation


    Credits: 2

    Study of concepts and skills related to the art of improvisation, with emphasis on chord changes in a jazz context. May be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisites: MUS 111 .
  
  • MUS 330 - Brass Methods


    Credits: 2

    This course prepares students to teach brass instruments in the elementary, middle, and secondary school settings. Students acquire playing skills on the brass instruments and study the pedagogy involved in teaching these instruments successfully in the music classroom. Topics include brass techniques, care and maintenance, learning styles, classroom management, assessment, state/national standards, curriculum development and implementation, method book evaluation, applications of current research, and portfolio preparation. Students must pass the Brass Competency Examination. In addition to the regular meeting time students enrolled in this course will be required to complete a series of outside classroom observations.

  
  • MUS 333 - Vocal Methods


    Credits: 2

    This course serves as an introduction to teaching voice students from early childhood through secondary school. Topics include vocal teaching methods, pedagogical techniques, breathing, phonation, care and maintenance, resonant tone production, diction, expression, assessment. In addition to the regular meeting time students enrolled in this course will be required to complete a series of outside classroom observations.

  
  • MUS 340 - Electronic Music II


    Credits: 2

    Advanced study of the uses of computers and synthesizers for music composition and realization, including notation, sequencing, and recording techniques. Emphasis on MIDI interface using Macintosh computers.

    Prerequisites: MUS 140  or equivalent.
  
  • MUS 364 - European Music Traditions I


    Credits: 3

    A detailed look into the musical styles that formed the European musical traditions, this course will trace the major influences of the Church, Court and Theater. Topics will include sacred chant and secular song, polyphony, opera and the development of independent instrumental music. Composers studied will include Palestrina, Monteverdi, Bach, Mozart and Beethoven.

    Prerequisites: Sophomore standing.
  
  • MUS 365 - European Musical Traditions II


    Credits: 3

    A detailed look into the music of the Romantic period and beyond, this course will focus on how musical forms and tonalities expanded from 1820 until today. An emphasis will be placed on comparative research and listening as well as traditional compositional styles throughout the romantic period and 20th century. Composers studied will include Brahms, Mahler, Stravinsky, Cage and Glass. Sophomore standing required.

    Course Attributes: UWR
  
  • MUS 395 - Various Ensemble Titles*APC


    Credits: 1-2

    Participation in ensembles (vocal or instrumental). Open to students who pass necessary tests of ability and skills.

    Prerequisites: 6 credits in MUS 195  or consent of instructor.
    General Education Core: Artistic Process & Creation
    Course Attributes: APC,CIVI
  
  • MUS 395A - Community Orchestra*APC


    Credits: 1

    Participation in community orchestra ensemble. Open to students who pass necessary tests of ability and skills.

    Prerequisites: 6 credits of MUS 195  or consent of instructor.
    General Education Core: Artistic Process & Creation
    Course Attributes: APC,CIVI
  
  • MUS 395B - Community Band*APC


    Credits: 1

    Participation in community band ensemble. Open to students who pass necessary tests of ability and skills.

    Prerequisites: 6 credits of MUS 195  or consent of instructor.
    General Education Core: Artistic Process & Creation
    Course Attributes: APC,CIVI
  
  • MUS 395C - Community Chorus*APC


    Credits: 1

    Participation in community choir ensemble. Open to students who pass necessary tests of ability and skills.

    Prerequisites: 6 credits of MUS 195  or consent of instructor.
    General Education Core: Artistic Process & Creation
    Course Attributes: APC,CIVI
  
  • MUS 395D - African Drumming*APC


    Credits: 1

    Participation in African drumming ensemble. Open to students who pass necessary tests of ability and skills.

    Prerequisites: 6 credits of MUS 195  or consent of instructor.
    General Education Core: Artistic Process & Creation
    Course Attributes: APC,CIVI
  
  • MUS 395E - 45th Parallel Ensemble*APC


    Credits: 2

    Participation in 45th Parallel ensemble. Open to students who pass necessary tests of ability and skills.

    Prerequisites: 6 credits of MUS 195  or consent of instructor.
    General Education Core: Artistic Process & Creation
    Course Attributes: APC,CIVI
  
  • MUS 395F - Fiddle Ensemble*APC


    Credits: 1

    Participation in fiddle ensemble. Open to students who pass necessary tests of ability and skills.

    Prerequisites: 6 credits of MUS 195  or consent of instructor.
    General Education Core: Artistic Process & Creation
    Course Attributes: APC,CIVI
  
  • MUS 395G - EOU Chamber Choir*APC


    Credits: 2

    Participation in EOU chamber choir ensemble. Open to students who pass necessary tests of ability and skills.

    Prerequisites: 6 credits of MUS 195  or consent of instructor.
    General Education Core: Artistic Process & Creation
    Course Attributes: APC,CIVI
  
  • MUS 402 - Independent Study


    Credits: 1-3

    Student must have at least junior standing to register for this course.

  
  • MUS 405 - Reading & Conference


    Credits: 1-6

    Topics will be selected according to the individual student’s needs from the various musical styles, forms and genres, or theoretical techniques of music. Assigned readings and assignments by instructor will be discussed on a regularly arranged basis. Course work will culminate in a research paper or another appropriate project. Student must have at least junior standing to register for this course.

  
  • MUS 406 - Senior Project


    Credits: 1-3

    Senior recital, lecture-recital, major research paper, or concert of music composed as part of composition studies at Eastern.

    Prerequisites: Consent of instructor. Students projecting a recital must concurrently be enrolled in Performance Studies (MUP) at the 300 level. Student must have at least junior standing to register for this course.
  
  • MUS 407 - Seminar


    Credits: 1-15

    Student must have at least junior standing to register for this course.

  
  • MUS 408 - Workshop


    Credits: 1-3

    Student must have at least junior standing to register for this course.

  
  • MUS 409 - Practicum


    Credits: 1-3

    Student must have at least junior standing to register for this course.

  
  • MUS 410 - Selected Topics


    Credits: 1-6

    Topics may include orchestration, counterpoint, baroque performance practice, introduction to Orff-Schulwerk, and others.

    Prerequisites: Upper division standing required. Musical background recommended. Student must have at least junior standing to register for this course.
  
  • MUS 421 - Study in Ethnomusicology


    Credits: 3

    A study in seminar format of the music of non-Western cultures and the role of music in the social lives of the world’s peoples. Emphasis will be on music education and music making around the world.

    Prerequisites: MUS 202 . Student must have at least Junior standing to register for this course.
    Course Attributes: UWR
  
  • MUS 435 - Applied Composition


    Credits: 1

    Individual or small group instruction in musical composition. May be repeated for credit. Student must have at least junior standing to register for this course.

  
  • MUS 440 - Choral Music Methods


    Credits: 3

    This course prepares students for teaching music in the choral classroom (middle school through high school levels). Areas of focus for this course include teaching philosophy, curriculum, program management, repertoire, assessment, arts standards, behavior management, learning styles, rehearsal techniques, and leadership models. Students will complete a ten-week unit, a portfolio, and a research paper. In addition to the regular meeting time students enrolled in this course will be required to complete a series of outside classroom observations. Student must have at least junior standing to register for this course.

  
  • MUS 445 - Music In The Community (Capstone)


    Credits: 3

    This course will introduce students to a new field of study dedicated to reaching across academic divisions and uniting theory with practice. The focus will be on performing arts outreach, community development, creative arts therapies, and conflict resolution. Students will not only develop their own personal creative skills but learn to design, implement, and document (assess) a community program. Student must have at least junior standing to register for this course.


Native American

  
  • NAT 110 - Selected Topics


    Credits: 1-6

    Discussion based course based on Native American cultures.

  
  • NAT 210 - Selected Topics


    Credits: 1-6

    Discussion based course dependent focused on Native American cultures.

  
  • NAT 305 - Native American Activism


    Credits: 5

    This course surveys Native American Activism from a historical perspective. It will include an examination of Native American Activist movements in the United States. We will look at how Native American Activists challenged racism, stereotyping, assimilation and other topics past and current.

  
  • NAT 310 - Selected Topics


    Credits: 1-6

    Discussion based course based on Native American cultures.

  
  • NAT 370 - Native American Law


    Credits: 5

    This course will survey the development of Native American Law in the United States. It will include a historical look at sovereignty issues along with the relationship of the Federal Government, State Governments and the various tribes in the areas of supremacy and jurisdiction in both civil law and criminal law. In addition recent developments in the area of gaming, self-determination, civil rights as well as religious rights will be examined. This course will give students the ability to evaluate how the culture of the U.S. has interacted with native peoples by looking at historical contexts, social paradigms and the legal system as it has evolved. Students must have at least sophomore standing to register for this
    course.

  
  • NAT 401 - Research


    Credits: 1-5

    Individual research project. Students must have at least junior standing to register for this course.

  
  • NAT 405 - Reading & Conference


    Credits: 1-5

    Individualized study. Students must have at least junior standing to register for this course.

  
  • NAT 407 - Seminar


    Credits: 1-5

    Seminar Students must have at least junior standing to register for this course.

  
  • NAT 409 - Practicum


    Credits: 1-10

    Supervised experience (while enrolled in college) designed to offer opportunity to explore career areas and learning situations through field placement that parallels one’s academic major. Students must have at least junior standing to register for this course.

  
  • NAT 410 - Selected Topics


    Credits: 1-6

    Discussion based course based on Native American cultures.


Outdoor Adventure

  
  • OUT 180 - Activity Courses


    Credits: 1

    Development and proficiency in outdoor and physical education experiential skills and field experience. Individual activities: archery, aquatics - whitewater rafting, kayaking, and paddleboarding, cycling, cross-country skiing, downhill skiing and snowboarding, indoor and outdoor rock climbing, backcountry skiing and snowboarding, avalanche safety, camping, fly fishing, backpacking, horsemanship, mountain biking, hiking, snowshoeing, wilderness survival, wilderness first aid, mountaineering, animal tracking, and other outdoor focused activities.

  
  • OUT 180A - Beginning Archery


    Credits: 1

    This one credit course is designed for students with little or no archery experience. Students will learn the fundamental skills and enjoyment of the sport of archery. The purpose of the course is to introduce students to the basic techniques of target archery emphasizing the care and use of equipment, range safety, stance and shooting techniques, scoring and competition. Offered Fall & Spring Terms.

  
  • OUT 180AT - Animal Tracking


    Credits: 1

    The purpose of this course is to introduce and expose EOU students to the fundamentals and skills necessary to track wild animals in the field. The class will involve both classroom time and a weekend field sessions to learn how to properly identify animal tracks, learn their habits, and become familiar with how to track and follow wild animals over the terrain.

  
  • OUT 180B - Intermediate Archery


    Credits: 1

    Progression from Beginning Archery. Students will continue to develop and refine technical skills related to the sport of archery. Advanced techniques of target archery are emphasized including range safety, stance and shooting, scoring and competition. Mechanics and basic bow tuning skills are also covered. The class is held off campus at Alpine Archery.

    Prerequisites: OUT 180A Beginning Archery  or consent of instructor.
  
  • OUT 180BW - Bird Watching


    Credits: 1

    Students taking this course will learn to recognize birds by sight and sound. Special attention will be placed on identifying birds by flight, body size, beak size, and feathers. Students can also expect to learn about avian natural history and habitats. The Grande Ronde Valley and specifically the Ladd March Wildlife Refuge are amazing places for seeing a wide variety of bird species. This course is field oriented and will involve off-campus trips to local wildlife viewing areas.

 

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