May 07, 2024  
2022-23 Academic Catalog 
    
2022-23 Academic Catalog [NOT CURRENT CATALOGS]

Course Descriptions


 

Accounting

  
  • ACCT 210 - Special Topics


    Credits: 1-6

    Special topics in Accounting. Students must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course. Repeatable

  
  • ACCT 211 - Financial Accounting


    Credits: 4

    Introduction to financial statements prepared by accountants for business entities. Emphasis of the course is upon the fundamental procedures involved in the preparation of financial data for presentation to outside users.

    Prerequisites: MATH 070  or higher
  
  • ACCT 213 - Managerial Accounting


    Credits: 4

    A study of the development, presentation, and interpretation of accounting information utilized by management in decision making, planning and control.

    Prerequisites: ACCT 211 
  
  • ACCT 303 - Accounting Info Sys & Mgmt


    Credits: 4

    This course is designed to provide students with an overview of the organizational systems contributing to the collection, processing, and reporting of financial accounting information. Considerable emphasis will be given to transaction cycles, internal accounting controls, and system documentation techniques.

    Prerequisites: ACCT 211  & BA 231 
  
  • ACCT 310 - Special Topics


    Credits: 1-6

    Special topics in Accounting. Students must have at least junior standing to register for this course. Repeatable

  
  • ACCT 332 - Investments


    Credits: 4

    This course is to offer a broad overview of investment management issues. We examine how individuals make choices among investment alternatives that have uncertain payoffs in the future. An understanding of risk and return for individual securities and portfolios is necessary for making these decisions. We then evaluate financial decision making for the market as a whole to describe the valuation process for different securities. The course covers topics on portfolio theory, asset pricing models, efficient market hypotheses, fixed-income securities, derivatives securities, equity portfolio management and portfolio performance evaluation.

    Prerequisites: BA 313
  
  • ACCT 333 - Taxation of Individuals


    Credits: 3

    A study of the federal income tax system as it relates to the taxation of the individual, including a survey of the historical development of the tax law, tax research techniques, technical tax provisions and tax planning. Students must have sophomore standing to register.

    Prerequisites: BA 231 or equivalent
  
  • ACCT 334 - Taxation of Business Entities


    Credits: 3

    A study of the federal income tax system as it relates to corporations, partnerships, estates, and trusts. Throughout the study of the various technical tax provisions, tax research techniques are emphasized. Students must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.
     

    Prerequisites: ACCT 333
  
  • ACCT 383 - Intermediate Accounting


    Credits: 3

    A comprehensive study of generally accepted accounting principles and procedures underlying valuation, income measurement and the preparation of financial data. Must be taken in sequence. Students must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.

    Prerequisites: ACCT 211 
  
  • ACCT 384 - Intermediate Accounting II


    Credits: 3

    A comprehensive study of generally accepted accounting principles and procedures underlying valuation, income measurement and the preparation of financial data. Must be taken in sequence. Students must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.

    Prerequisites: ACCT 383 
  
  • ACCT 385 - Intermediate Accounting III


    Credits: 3

    A comprehensive study of generally accepted accounting principles and procedures underlying valuation, income measurement and the preparation of financial data. Must be taken in sequence. Students must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.

    Prerequisites: ACCT 384 
  
  • ACCT 390 - International Accounting


    Credits: 4

    This course provides a survey of international accounting topics, including international financial reporting standards (IFRS), comparative accounting between US GAAP and IFRS, foreign currency translation, comparison of financial statements utilizing different accounting standards, international transfer pricing, and international taxation issues. Students must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.

    Prerequisites: ACCT 385 
  
  • ACCT 410 - Special Topics


    Credits: 1-6

    Special topics in Accounting. Students must have at least junior standing to register for this course. Repeatable

  
  • ACCT 411 - Ethics & Accts Prof Res


    Credits: 4

    A study of the role of a professional accountant; codes of accountants; ethical decision making; and the legal, regulatory and social environment in which an accountant makes decisions. Relevant to preparation for the CPA examination. Students must have at least junior standing to register for this course.

    Prerequisites: ACCT 383
    Course Attributes: UWR
  
  • ACCT 413 - Managerial Finance


    Credits: 4

    Study and apply the concepts of long-term and short-term financing decision making in the context of large and small business. Examine the role of finance in the global economy. Students must have at least junior standing to register for this course.

    Prerequisites: BA 313 
  
  • ACCT 420 - Governmental & Non-Profit Acct


    Credits: 4

    An in-depth examination of the principles, procedures and theory applicable to accounting for not-for-profit organizations. Types of organizations covered include state and local governments, hospitals, colleges, health-welfare and other non-profit organizations. Students must have at least junior standing to register for this course.

    Prerequisites: ACCT 384
  
  • ACCT 421 - Cost Management


    Credits: 4

    A study of the concepts, purposes, and terminology underlying cost accounting. Topics include job-order costing and processing, cost-volume-profit relationships, standard costs, joint-product costs and by-product costs, capital budgeting, cost allocation, and the planning, control, and valuation of inventory. Relevant to preparation for the CMA and CPA examinations. Students must have at least junior standing to register for this course.

    Prerequisites: ACCT 213
  
  • ACCT 424 - Auditing & Assurance Service


    Credits: 4

    An introduction to auditing and the auditing profession. Topics include generally accepted auditing standards, generally accepted accounting procedures, the auditor’s opinion, the development and use of audit programs, professional responsibilities, and the acquisition and evaluation of audit evidence. Relevant to preparation for the auditing section of the CPA examination. Students must have at least junior standing to register for this course. 

    Prerequisites: ACCT 385
    Course Attributes: UWR
  
  • ACCT 428 - Forensic Acct & Fraud Exam


    Credits: 4

    This course will cover the principles and methodology of forensic accounting, fraud detection and deterrence. The course includes such topics as skimming, cash larceny, check tampering, register disbursement schemes, billing schemes, payroll and expense reimbursement schemes, on-cash misappropriations, corruption, accounting principles and fraud, fraudulent financial statements, and interviewing witnesses. Upon completion of the course students will have an improved understanding of the techniques used to perpetrate fraudulent activity and the controls available to mitigate this behavior. Students must have at least junior standing to register for this course.

    Prerequisites: ACCT 424 
  
  • ACCT 429 - Advanced Forensic Accounting


    Credits: 4

    This course introduces litigation services for forensic accountants and engagement and practical management. It concludes with a survey of specific accounting topics including fraud, bankruptcy, digital forensics, matrimonial disputes, financial statement misrepresentations, damages and valuation. Students must have at least junior standing to register for this course.

    Prerequisites: ACCT 428 
  
  • ACCT 460 - Advanced Cost Management


    Credits: 4

    Advanced cost accounting techniques are discussed, including Process Costing, Activity-Based Costing, and Transfer Pricing. Special attention will be paid to management decisions and the use of relevant accounting information in making those decisions. Students must have at least junior standing to register for this course.

    Prerequisites: ACCT 421 
  
  • ACCT 461 - Internal Control Systems


    Credits: 4

    This course introduces students to internal control systems, their basic framework, and application of those systems in effective risk management practices. Students must have at least junior standing to register for this course.

    Prerequisites: ACCT 428 
  
  • ACCT 470 - White Collar Crime


    Credits: 4

    Students will explore the elements of white-collar crimes, environments that increase the probability or occurrence, and their implications in business and society. Students must have at least junior standing to register for this course.

    Prerequisites: BA 354 
  
  • ACCT 471 - Intrvw Technq for Frd Invest


    Credits: 4

    This course provides an overview of techniques and strategies useful in interviewing and interrogating occupational fraud suspects and other parties of interest. These techniques and strategies include interpreting the verbal and nonverbal cues of an interviewee, as well as planning, conducting, and documenting the findings from investigative interviews. Students must have at least junior standing to register for this course.

    Prerequisites: BA 354
  
  • ACCT 472 - Corporate Governance


    Credits: 4

    This course introduces students to corporate governance topics, including roles and responsibilities of shareholders, boards of directors, and executive management, executive compensation policies, boardroom structure and practices, corporate disclosure and transparency, and the value of the shareholder vote. Students will also explore corporate pyramidal structures, hostile takeovers, and the failure of the market for corporate control. Students must have at least junior standing to register for this course.

    Prerequisites: BA 354
  
  • ACCT 498 - Advanced Financial Accounting


    Credits: 4

    An in-depth examination of the principles, procedures, and theory applicable to accounting for partnerships and corporate consolidations. Other topics include home and branch office accounting, business combinations, and governmental accounting. Students must have at least junior standing to register for this course.

    Prerequisites: ACCT 385
    Course Attributes: C

Agriculture Entrepreneurship

  
  • AE 101 - Exploring Animal Agriculture Systems*GTW


    Credits: 4

    This course explores the purpose and sustainability of livestock animals for food, fiber and fuel production in the U.S. and globally.  Content will focus on the primary livestock sectors and their general management, economic and consumer assessment of product demand, quality and safety; and integration of by-products in agricultural and non-agricultural systems.  Course will be delivered via lecture and laboratory settings. 

    General Education Core: Gateway
    Course Attributes: GTW, INQ
    Course Outcomes: Inquiry

  
  • AE 102 - Exploring Cropping Agriculture Systems*GTW


    Credits: 4

    This course explores the purpose and sustainability of agricultural cropland systems for food, fiber and fuel production in the U.S. and globally.  Content will focus on basic soil management, cropping systems and their general management, major crops of interest, and products derived and marketed to meet consumer needs. Course will be delivered via lecture and laboratory settings.

    General Education Core: Gateway
    Course Attributes: GTW, INQ
    Course Outcomes: Inquiry

  
  • AE 210 - Selected Topics


    Credits: 1-6

    Selected topics will be associated with the Agriculture Entrepreneurship degree program. Topics may vary from term to term and year to year.

  
  • AE 310 - Special Topics - ESM


    Credits: 1-2

    Entrepreneur Skillset Modules (ESM). The incorporation of various skills and/or practices into an agribusiness can provide new opportunities to diversify and/or mitigate risk potentials. Entrepreneur Skillset Modules (ESM) are elective credits a student can take to obtain and develop specific skills or practices deemed valuable for their agricultural career. ESMs can be laboratory, field, or classroom-based depending on the topic. Repeatable up to 5 times with different topics.

  
  • AE 341 - Global Agribusiness Management


    Credits: 4

    The course will provide students with a solid background of the agribusiness industry and the role it plays in domestic and global economy, and issues managers will face in the 21st Century. The learning environment will be accentuated by the use of case studies, other analyses and out-of- class assignments using examples in the food and fiber value chain. Case studies and discussions will be utilized to practice critical thinking and decision-making skills as it relates to the managing of a global agribusiness today. Students will also be required to interact one-on- one with an agribusiness to gain first-hand knowledge of the agribusiness environment.

    Prerequisites: BA 321 
  
  • AE 342 - Agribusiness Marketing


    Credits: 4

    The course provides an application of marketing and economic principles to decision making in contemporary agribusiness firms. Topics include value-added marketing strategies, marketing research and information, segmentation and targeting, marketing mix, and market plans within food, fiber, natural resource, and specialized regulations and requirements for the agribusiness industry.

    Prerequisites: BA 312 
  
  • AE 343 - Agribusiness Finance


    Credits: 4

    The course introduces students to the special considerations for the financial management of agribusiness firms. Topics include sources of credit, regulations, and credit evaluation unique to agribusinesses. The course will address the fundamental problem of financial management and control for corporate agribusiness firms. Additionally, the course will cover how managers can help maximize the agribusiness firm’s value by improving decisions with working capital management, capital budgeting, and choice of capital structure.

    Prerequisites: ECON 202 
  
  • AE 381 - Exper Elect Ag in Classroom


    Credits: 4

    Incorporation of experiential learning provides an opportunity to bridge the knowledge gap between principles learned in the classroom and the skills required to be successful in agriculture careers.  This course provides students interested in agriculture education, extension, or other youth-based careers an opportunity to develop learning activities/programs and actively engage with local/regional K-12 students. Students must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course. 

    Prerequisites: ED 130 and ED 242
  
  • AE 382 - Exper Elect-Comm Leadrshp/EOLS


    Credits: 4

    Incorporation of experiential learning provides an opportunity to bridge the knowledge gap between principles learned in the classroom and the skills required to be an effective and integral member of a community. The Eastern Oregon Livestock Show (EOLS) is one of the longest active, all-volunteer community programs in NE Oregon. Students enrolled in this course will have the opportunity to learn and participate in all major functions of EOLS, with the additional expectation of actively contributing to the functional operation of a selected EOLS department during the week of EOLS.  Students must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course. 

    Prerequisites: BIOL 103/104, CHEM 101, BA 225, BA 303, BA 321, STAT 243, ECON 201
  
  • AE 411 - Extensive Ag Enterprise Mgmt.


    Credits: 4

    Extensive agriculture enterprises are those in which management influences the production outcome indirectly through manipulation of animal use, timing of use, and their interactions with the regional ecosystem.  This course focuses on the use of various grazing systems in   arid and semi-arid environments, and how the various systems can be evaluated for sustainability based on production performance, economics, and ecological outcomes. Students must have at least junior standing to register for this course. 
     

    Prerequisites: BIOL 103/104, CHEM 101, BA 225, BA 303, BA 321, STAT 243, ECON 201
    Course Attributes: UWR
  
  • AE 412 - Intensive Ag Enterprise Mgmt


    Credits: 4

    Intensive agriculture enterprises are those in which management influences the production outcome directly through manipulation of soils, landscapes, use of annual and perennial cropping systems, and potential implementation of various mechanical or chemical systems. This course focuses on the use of various cropping systems in arid and semi-arid environments, and how the various systems can be evaluated for sustainability based on production performance, economics, and ecological outcomes. Students must have at least junior standing to register for this course.

    Prerequisites: BIOL 103 /BIOL 104 , CHEM 101 , BA 225 , BA 303 , BA 312 , AE 342 , STAT 243 , and ECON 202  
  
  • AE 455 - Global Agribus Policy & Trade


    Credits: 4

    The course examines the role of trade and foreign and domestic policies on the agribusiness industry in the US and abroad. Topics include trade theory, analysis of export and import policies, exchange rate impacts, and macroeconomic policies. Emerging issues such as the development of preferential trading arrangements, estimating trade elasticities and implications for policy decisions, and global food security are included. Students must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.

    Prerequisites: BA 380 
  
  • AE 456 - Global Agribusiness Industry


    Credits: 4

    The course provides a first-hand, in-depth examination and analysis of a global agribusiness. Student will investigate and apply the core business principles of marketing, management, and finance in an agribusiness setting. This course may be completed through either an internship with a global agribusiness firm, through participating in a global study-abroad program with a focus on agribusiness, or a regional field-study focused on a global agribusiness supply chain (i.e. beef, grain, etc). Students must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.

    Prerequisites: BA 380  or consent of instructor
  
  • AE 480 - Agricultural Entrepreneurial Experiential Learning


    Credits: 6

    Incorporation of experiential learning provides an opportunity to bridge the knowledge gap between principles learned in the classroom and the skills required to be successful in field-based agriculture careers. Students will develop a personalized experience plan that is based on their potential career aspirations and development. Experiential plans, in consultation with their advisor, may include a single long-term prospect or multiple short-term prospects to meet all necessary requirements. Students must have at least junior standing to register for this course.

    Prerequisites: COM 215 , BA 225 , AE 341 , and ECON 201  
    Course Attributes: SLCB
    Course Outcomes: Service Learning

  
  • AE 490 - Ag Entrepreneur Exper Learn


    Credits: 6

    This course builds from (and is sequential to) the experiential learning foundation of AE 480 , and would function similar to a ‘manager in training’ program. Selected students would fully integrate and apply core competencies into real-world scenarios and management-level planning (and decision making) of integrated Agriculture/Food systems. Selected students will focus on advanced critical thinking, problem solving, planning and management execution, and personnel management and team-building skills. Course is considered ‘Honors’ level. Students must have at least junior standing to register for this course.

    Prerequisites: Satisfactory completion of AE 480 , and selection based on a competitive and rigorous application and interview process similar to industry standards.
    Course Attributes: HON
  
  • AE 499 - Ag Entrepreneurial Capstone


    Credits: 4

    Capstone experience for AE students will implement individual or team projects (depending on faculty approval of capstone project). Approved projects will utilize a combination of library, field, and potentially laboratory work to: 1) capture/gather and analyze data, 2) assess/interpret findings, 3) develop and implement plans, and 4) communicate information pertaining to assessment of issues and implementation of creative solutions. Capstone projects will reflect and incorporate subject content previously learned, and apply said learning in the context of real-world applications. Students must have at least senior standing to register for this course.

    Prerequisites: AE 411  and AE 412 
    Course Attributes: C,UWR

Anthropology

  
  • ANTH 100 - Intro to Anthropology*SSC


    Credits: 5

    This course provides an introduction to the holistic study of humanity that defines the field of anthropology. Topics include human variation & race, human prehistory & archaeology, the culture concept and globalization, the evolution of language and modern sociolinguistic efforts. This course includes presentation of the applied anthropological opportunities for EOU students both in La Grande and beyond.

    General Education Core: Social Sciences
    Course Attributes: CRIT,SSC
  
  • ANTH 110 - Selected Topics


    Credits: 1-6

  
  • ANTH 201 - Intro to Archaeology*SSC


    Credits: 5

    Principles and types of evidence for evolution, fossil types, biological and cultural evolution, races; comprehensive summary of the historical and scientific approaches to archaeology for beginning students and persons who have not previously encountered the prehistoric past.

    General Education Core: Social Sciences
    Course Attributes: CIVI,SSC
  
  • ANTH 202 - Intro Physical Anthro*SSC


    Credits: 5

    This course examines human beings as part of the animal kingdom, exploring topics like the principles and processes of evolution, genetics, living and fossil primates, the human fossil record and evolutionary history, early cultural development, and modern human diversity, including the concept of “race”. This course replaces ANTH 220. Students may not receive credit for both, but they may replace an earlier grade with a better grade in ANTH 202.

    General Education Core: Social Sciences
    Course Attributes: SSC
  
  • ANTH 203 - Intro Cultural Anth*SSC


    Credits: 5

    Cross-cultural overview of human society and organization. Concept of culture, language and society, subsistence strategies, cultural ecology, kinship, religion & worldview.

    General Education Core: Social Sciences
    Course Attributes: INQ, SSC
  
  • ANTH 210 - Selected Topics


    Credits: 1-6

  
  • ANTH 310 - Selected Topics


    Credits: 1-6

    Prerequisites: May be required for some topics
  
  • ANTH 312 - Native People of North America


    Credits: 5

    An overview of the complexity and variety of indigenous societies in North America. Includes traditional lifeways, historical developments, government policies, contemporary issues and change. Students must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.

    Course Attributes: DPD,UWR
  
  • ANTH 315 - Anthropology Thru Film


    Credits: 3

    This course is designed to explore cultural anthropology through ethnographic and popular film. Students must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.

  
  • ANTH 320 - Human Adaptation*SSC


    Credits: 2

    Overview of the mechanisms of human adaptation. The focus is on physiological, behavioral and cultural adaptation. A variety of human populations and how they have adapted to different environments will be discussed. Anthropology and/or other social science courses strongly recommended. Students must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.

    General Education Core: Social Sciences
  
  • ANTH 325 - Human Ecology


    Credits: 3

    This course is designed to introduce the general principles of human adaptation to the environment, explore human biological and cultural adaptations through time and space, explore the scope of human diversity as well as demography and population dynamics. Students must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.

  
  • ANTH 330 - Ethnol Hntrs/Gthrers*SSC


    Credits: 2

    Overview of hunting and gathering populations around the world. The lifestyle of the Alaskan Indians and Eskimos, Great Basin Indians, Mbuti Pygmies, San Bushmen, and Australian Aborigines will be discussed. Anthropology and/or social science courses strongly recommended. Students must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.

    General Education Core: Social Sciences
    Course Attributes: INQ,SSC
  
  • ANTH 335 - Culture/Health & Illness


    Credits: 4

    This course is designed to introduce the cross-cultural patterns of health and illness, medical and nutritional anthropological research methods, a wide variety of medical systems and medical providers, and the impact of political systems on health. Students must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.

    [available in odd years]

  
  • ANTH 338 - Topics: Cultures of the World


    Credits: 5

    This course is intended to explore the anthropological study of human cultures. This is a topical offering and the specific culture studied may vary. The focus will be on comparing and contrasting the structures of social relationships and belief systems, as well as political, religious, and economic behaviors.

  
  • ANTH 340 - Frauds/Myths/Myst*SSC


    Credits: 2

    A course designed to examine the scientific validity of questionable theories about the human past, and to explore and apply the techniques of scientific inquiry generally. Topics include the Piltdown Man hoax, ancient astronauts, the lost continent of Atlantis, and other pseudoscientific claims. Anthropology and/or other social science courses strongly recommended. Students must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.

    General Education Core: Social Sciences
    Course Attributes: CRIT,SSC
  
  • ANTH 342 - Heritage and Museums


    Credits: 5

    A course designed to provide the student with a new understanding of the place of museums, heritage sites, and tourism in human society and culture. Topics may include the many meanings of “heritage”, how tourist attractions grab and hold the attention of travelers, how museums and interpretive centers portray different items and events, what sorts of impacts heritage tourism has on local people and customs, and even how animals are displayed or utilized as performers in museums, zoos, and places like Sea World. When you complete this course, you will never approach traveling, heritage, and museums in quite the same way again. Students must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.

    [available in even years]

  
  • ANTH 348 - Primate Conservation & Behavior


    Credits: 5

    Non-human primates have been used within numerous disciplines as models for human primates to understand themselves. This extremely diverse mammal group is currently under threat by encroachment and alteration of habitat. Primatology within the discipline of Anthropology is most frequently seen as a study of primate social behavior and adaptations. This course will bring to the student a clear understanding of the importance of non-human primates to humans through four main areas of study: a) social behavior, cognition and intelligence, b) community ecology, c) diet and reproduction, and d) human-non-human primate interactions and conservation. Lower division anthropology or sociology courses recommended. Students must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.

    [available in odd years]

  
  • ANTH 350 - Primate Populations*SSC


    Credits: 2

    An introduction to the living primate populations of the world. Focus is on behavior, diet, physical characteristics, and lifestyle of human and non-human primates. Anthropology and/or other social science courses strongly recommended. Students must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.

    General Education Core: Social Sciences
    Course Attributes: CRIT,SSC
  
  • ANTH 354 - Science & Pseudoscience in Anthropology


    Credits: 5

    This is a course designed to help students learn to examine and evaluate the scientific validity of theories about the human present and past, and to explore and apply the techniques of scientific inquiry generally. Topics to be explored include what it means to do good science and the examination of a whole array of hoaxes, frauds, and misunderstandings found in the press, popular culture, and sometimes the scientific literature. Students will be encouraged to value and work toward scientific literacy, and to consider the affects of good and bad science on our society and everyday lives.

    Prerequisites: None. Students are urged to take other social science courses before or simultaneously, and have strong writing skills.
  
  • ANTH 355 - Topics: Physical Anthropology


    Credits: 5

    This course is intended to explore topics in physical anthropology, including human evolution, primatology, human and nonhuman primate osteology, biological variation, health, and ecological determinants of variation in growth. Students must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.

  
  • ANTH 356 - Language & Culture


    Credits: 5

    Introduction to anthropological linguistics: cross-cultural approaches to descriptive and comparative linguistics; primate communication and ape language studies; children’s acquisition of language; ethno-linguistics; and language and the socio-cultural construction of reality. ANTH 203  recommended. Students must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.

  
  • ANTH 357 - Media, Self and Society


    Credits: 5

    Who are you?… In this class we will explore concepts of the self and how we get to be the way we think we are. In particular, we will consider the ways in which media (print, film, television, etc.) have been taken to shape us. We will look at possible relations between various types of media and western academic theories of self (Enlightenment thought, Psychoanalysis, Culture and Personality Anthropology, Frankfurt School critical media analysis, Birmingham School Cultural Studies, Cognitive Anthropology, and recent work on social media, gaming, etc.). Finally, we will consider these academic theories as forms of media themselves. At the end of the term you will present a short critically-autobiographical video intended to demonstrate how your “self” has been/is shaped by media. Students must have at least junior standing to register for this course.

    [available in even years]

  
  • ANTH 358 - Anthropology and Ethics


    Credits: 5

    In this course students will consider a range of ethical controversies and debates across the sub-disciplines of anthropology. Participation in research sponsored by the military or governmental agencies, the controversy initiated by publication of Patrick Tierney’s “Darkness in El Dorado,” human-subjects protections, animal care issues associated with research, archaeology and cultural patrimony protections, questions regarding applied research, the representation of the “other” in social-scientific writing, and questions regarding the recording and presentation of ethnographic film will be explored are examples of topics that will be explored.

    [available in even years]

  
  • ANTH 360 - World Prehistory


    Credits: 5

    This course focuses on an introduction to archaeological method and theory and a survey of world prehistory starting with the rise and evolution of human ancestors in eastern and southern Africa four million years ago. Next, an overview is provided of human migrations around the globe and the cultural developments associated with the transition from simple hunting and gathering bands to agriculture and complex city-states in the New and Old worlds. Students must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.

    Prerequisites: ANTH 203 
  
  • ANTH 362 - Stone Tools: Flintknap/Lithic


    Credits: 2

    This course covers both the production of stone tools or flintknapping and the archaeological techniques used to analyze stone tools and lithic debitage. Students are expected to participate in flintknapping activities during the in-class session and to then analyze the lithic materials they have produced following the class sessions.

    [available in odd years]

  
  • ANTH 365 - Animals Culture & Society


    Credits: 5

    A course designed to explore the new and growing field of “anthrozoology”, the study of the relationships between humans and animals. Topics may include animal domestication and its impacts, the culture of pets and the pet industry, changing perceptions of and values regarding wild animals and endangered species, the culture of zoos and wildlife parks, symbolic meanings of animals, animal rights and anticruelty movements, and many ethical issues pertaining to the human-animal relationship. Students must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.

  
  • ANTH 372 - Sex & Gender


    Credits: 5

    Cross-cultural perspectives on human sexuality and gender roles and relations. Constructs of masculinity, femininity and alternative genders. Anthropological overview of sex and gender in societies around the world. Students must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.

    [available in odd years]

    Prerequisites: ANTH 203  

  
  • ANTH 375 - Anthro Of Food & Nutrition


    Credits: 5

    This course is designed to provide an introduction to the concepts and issues of the anthropological study of food and nutrition. We will explore a variety of prehistoric, historic and current issues related to food and nutrition. You will participate in a number of individual research assignments and a research project of your choice. Students must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.

    [available in even years]

    Course Attributes: UWR

  
  • ANTH 380 - Native Peoples Oregon


    Credits: 5

    Overview of the prehistoric, historic, and current lifestyle of the Burns Paiute Tribe, Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua, and Siuslaw Indians, Coquille Indian Tribe, Cow Creek Band of Umpqua Indians, Confederated Tribes of the Grande Ronde, Confederated Tribes of the Klamath, Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians, confederated Tribes of Umatilla and Confederated Tribes of the Warm Springs Reservation. Students must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.

    Course Attributes: DPD,UWR
  
  • ANTH 391 - Applied Ethnographic Research


    Credits: 5

    The focus of this class is to develop well-rounded ethnographic researchers.  This will be accomplished through an analysis of ethnographic research methods, participation observation, visual ethnography, questionnaire development, and research analysis.  In addition, students will have the opportunity to work on their own ethnographic project. Students must have at least junior standing to register for this course

    Prerequisites: ANTH 203  and ANTH 356  
    Course Attributes: UWR
  
  • ANTH 395 - Quantitative Methods in the Social Sciences


    Credits: 5

    Understanding data collection, analysis, and reporting is central to conducting quality research. As such, this course examines data theory and data collection techniques related to social sciences research . It then provides multiple methods for the quantification, analysis, and interpretation of data. The course culminates in the production of a standardized report on results common to social science disciplines. Students must have at least junior standing to register for this course.

    Prerequisites: STAT 243  or equivalent introductory statistics course.
    Course Attributes: UWR
  
  • ANTH 401 - Capstone I


    Credits: 2

    This course is designed for anthropology students working on their research related to their capstone project. Individual subjects will vary depending on the research being conducted. Must have at least junior standing to register for this course.

    Course Attributes: C
  
  • ANTH 403 - Capstone II


    Credits: 3

    This course is designed for anthropology students writing their capstone paper. Individual subjects will vary depending on the research being conducted. Students must have at least junior standing to register for this course.

    Course Attributes: C,UWR
  
  • ANTH 405 - Reading & Conference


    Credits: 1-5

    (Writing Intensive) Students must have at least junior standing to register for this course.

  
  • ANTH 407 - Seminar


    Credits: 1-15

    This course may be taken to fulfill the capstone requirement. Topics will vary depending on the instructor. Students must have at least junior standing to register for this course.

  
  • ANTH 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.

    Course Attributes: P
  
  • ANTH 410 - Selected Topics


    Credits: 1-6

    Special Topics

    Prerequisites: May be required for some topics
  
  • ANTH 412 - Women and Infants


    Credits: 5

    This is a topical course that evaluates the variation in human reproduction and parenting. Since humans are mammals, the primary unit of measure is the mother-infant pair. From an evolutionary perspective we will assess the biological and cultural underpinnings of topics such as mating, pregnancy, breastfeeding, parenting strategies, adoption & fostering, grandmothers, cooperative breeding, and health. This course examines the costs and benefits of behavior on an individual’s reproductive success and considers the impact of maternal and child health on broad patterns of demography. Students must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.

  
  • ANTH 430 - Medical Anthropology


    Credits: 2

    Overview of medical anthropology methods, theories and applied applications. Emphasis on the cross-cultural aspects of human lifecycle, nutrition, stress and disease, and culture change. Anthropology and/or other social science courses strongly recommended.

  
  • ANTH 436 - Human Variation


    Credits: 5

    This course examines variation among modern living human populations and discusses the evolutionary processes that lead to the variation seen in modern populations. The course will cover topics such as genetic variation, evolutionary mechanics, adaptive traits, sexual dimorphism, and human osteology. The course will also explore human radiation across the globe and modern socio-economic and political issues related to human variation and race.

    [available in odd years]

    Prerequisites: ANTH 202  

  
  • ANTH 446 - Historical Archaeology


    Credits: 5

    This course examines North American archaeology beginning with European colonization and continuing through the early 1900s. Of special interest will be the methods employed by historical archaeologists to study material culture which can, in turn, be used to increase our understanding of social issues such as class, gender, race, ethnicity, and cultural identities. The range of techniques includes documentary research, various forms of artifact & data analysis, and the use of oral traditions. This course will explore the interdisciplinary nature of historical archaeology and identify the influences on archaeological interpretation more generally. Students must have at least sophomore standing to register for this course.

    [available in even years]

    Prerequisites: ANTH 201  

  
  • ANTH 454 - Anthropological Hist/Theory


    Credits: 5

    Senior level seminar examining the development of anthropological ideas and concepts. Includes key theories and individuals in the past, as well as important contemporary themes and issues in cultural anthropology, and the other subdisciplines. Students must have at least Junior standing to register for this course.

    Prerequisites: ANTH 201 , ANTH 202 , ANTH 203  and ANTH 356  
  
  • ANTH 499 - Senior Seminar


    Credits: 1

    Opportunity for students completing the major to demonstrate understanding of the two fields through focused projects and other culminating activities.


Undergraduate APEL

  
  • APEL 299 - APEL: Lower Division Topics


    Credits: 0-99

    Prior Learning.

  
  • APEL 390 - Portfolio Development


    Credits: 4

    This class offers instruction on the preparation of a learning essay packet designed to demonstrate the knowledge a student has acquired through work experience and other formal or informal learning. APEL involves the documentation of learning experiences which were not under a college’s sponsorship, but are deemed equivalent to college-level learning; i.e., on-the-job experience, community service, personal study, travel or training sponsored by an agency other than a college.

  
  • APEL 499 - APEL: Upper Division


    Credits: 0-99

    Prior Learning.


Graduate APEL

  
  • APEL 590 - Variable Topics


    Credits: 1-15

    This course is designed to accommodate those who have participated in past Fishtrap Gatherings and completed the workshops. This course allows those student to petition for graduate credit and apply to join the EOU low residency MFA.


Art

  
  • ART 101 - Foundations of Visual Literacy*AEH


    Credits: 4

    This course is designed to increase visual literacy through explorations of aesthetic and conceptual trends in the visual arts of historical and critical importance. Field trips, workshops, visiting artists and lectures are a component of this course.

    General Education Core: Aesthetics & Humanities
    Course Attributes: AEH, CRIT
    Course Outcomes: Critical Thinking

  
  • ART 110 - Selected Topics


    Credits: 1-6

  
  • ART 120 - Design I*APC


    Credits: 4

    In-depth studio investigations into the elements and principles of design using a variety of media.

    General Education Core: Artistic Process & Creation
    Course Attributes: APC,INQ
  
  • ART 121 - Design II: 3D Design*APC


    Credits: 4

    In-depth exploration of the elements and principles of three-dimensional design using a variety of media. ART 120 , ART 130  recommended for Art Majors.

    General Education Core: Artistic Process & Creation
    Course Attributes: APC,CRIT
  
  • ART 130 - Drawing I*APC


    Credits: 4

    A drawing course emphasizing gesture and linear draftsmanship, value relationships and composition through visual observation.

    General Education Core: Artistic Process & Creation
    Course Attributes: APC,INQ
  
  • ART 204 - Art History I*AEH


    Credits: 3

    A general survey of world art movements from the Paleolithic through the Medieval periods. Components of the course may include slide lectures, readings, presentations, and creative projects. HIST 101  and ART 101  recommended.

    General Education Core: Aesthetics & Humanities
    Course Attributes: AEH,COMM,UWR
  
  • ART 205 - Art History II*AEH


    Credits: 3

    A general survey of world art movements from the Renaissance through the Eighteenth century. Components of the course may include slide lectures, readings, papers, presentations, and creative projects. HIST 101  and ART 101  recommended.

    General Education Core: Aesthetics & Humanities
    Course Attributes: AEH,COMM,UWR
  
  • ART 206 - Art History III*AEH


    Credits: 3

    A general survey of world art movements from the Nineteenth century through today. Components of the course may include slide lectures, readings, papers, presentations, and creative projects. HIST 101 and ART 101  recommended.

    General Education Core: Aesthetics & Humanities
    Course Attributes: AEH,UWR
  
  • ART 210 - Selected Topics


    Credits: 1-6

  
  • ART 227 - Graphics*APC


    Credits: 4

    This course involves the application of studies in design and visual communication with emphasis on design process for prepress application. This computer intensive studio course explores digital photography, typography, and illustration. ART 101  and ART 120  recommended.

    General Education Core: Artistic Process & Creation
    Course Attributes: APC
  
  • ART 230 - Drawing II*APC


    Credits: 4

    Further explorations in line and value using various media. The human figure will be emphasized in this class.

    Prerequisites: ART 130  or instructor permission.
    General Education Core: Artistic Process & Creation
    Course Attributes: APC,INQ
 

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