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FIG #3: Frames of Mind

Advance registration has closed for the Fall 2009 program.





Courses

Class
 Instructor 
 Days 
 Time 
 Credits 
 GUR 
Anthropology 201
with Discussion
Kathleen Saunders
MTWR
F
9:00 - 9:50
9:00 - 9:50
5
SSC 
Psychology 101
Lena Ericksen
MWF
1:00 - 2:20
5
SSC 
Justina Brown
R
12:00 - 1:50
2
 

Total Credits:

12
 

Course Descriptions for Frames of Mind

  • Anthropology 201 with Discussion, Introduction to Cultural Anthropology, (Kathleen Saunders) 5cr, SSC, CRN: 42174
    The study of societies that contrast with Western civilization, leading to an acquaintance with the concept of culture and its importance to an understanding of human behavior. Emphasis on understanding each culture from its own point of view rather than from our own.
  • Psychology 101, Introduction to Psychology, (Lena Ericksen) 5cr, SSC, CRN: 42689
    Examination of basic psychological processes utilizing results of research investigations: participation in at least two experiments or equivalent activities is expected.
  • Seminar 101, Perspectives on Learning, (Justina Brown) 2cr, CRN: 43817
    Discover the connections between psychology and anthropology and the relationships among people, behavior, and social and cultural ties. Examine issues of ethnicity, race, gender, sexual orientation and mental health from different perspectives.

To see descriptions of other courses, see the University Catalog on which you may search for course information using the "binoculars" icon in the PDF viewer (Acrobat Reader).



Space in FIGs is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.