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IN GEN ED?Offered DepartmentCourse #Course NameGraduate Level Course (GRAD)Undergraduate Course (UG)Sustainability CourseCourse that Includes SustainabilitySustainability ContentPrograms that Requires this Course for Graduation
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Fall and winterArt &DesignAD101Process and DesignUG 1An exploration of various technical methods of construction, production, and assembly used in the creation of art forms (2D, 3D, and 4D), integrated with an introduction to and application of the visual vocabulary of art (visual elements, principles of design, color theory). *Department verified that sustainable design is a key tenet of course and included in learning objectives for this course.
Art and Design Major - Bachelor of Fine Arts; Art and Design Major - Bachelor of Fine Arts; Art and Design Education Major; Social Media Design Managment; Art and Design Minor; Art and Design Minorement
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WinterArt &DesignAD181
Visual Literacy Global Culture
UG1An introduction to visual literacy, which is the ability to read visual images, to verbally describe them, and to understand their intended and implied meanings. A basic terminology for visual literacy will be studied in order to examine images from fine arts, advertisements, news, movies, video games, etc.
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Fall Art & Design AD 200
Native American Art & A
UG A study of Native art and architecture from the pre-contact period to the present. A contextual approach is used to analyze material produced by the Anishinaabe, the Haudenosaunee, and other indigenous peoples of North America.
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Fall and winterArt &DesignARTD210Ceramics UG1Introduction to the methods and techniques of producing ceramic objects covering the various forming, finishing and firing techniques. Students experience techniques ranging from pinch, coil and slab construction. *Department verified that sustainable design is a key tenet of course and included in learning objectives for this course.
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Fall and winterArt &DesignARTD218
Graphic Design: Foundations
UG1Introduction to graphic design concepts with the development of technological and craft skills. Emphasis is placed on the use of process, typography and composition as well as the foundational skills of gestalt and color theory. *Department verified that one or more of the assignments is related to understanding and designing to illustrate natural resources/sustainability/environmental ethic
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Fall and winterArt &DesignARTD224
Woodworking: Foundations
UG1Introduction to both traditional hand tool joinery and contemporary joinery practices. Students are introduced to wood as a material, the history of woodworking, and contemporary theory in the field. *Department verified that sustainable design is a key tenet of course and included in learning objectives for this course.
Woodworking/Furniture Design in Art and Design
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YES - Integrative ThinkingFall and winterArt &DesignAD270
Concepts and Culture
UG1engages in the direct experiential understanding and development of ideas and intentions within art and design. The emphasis is on understanding the relationship of art/design and its maker to culture at-large as a method of contextualizing a student’s current and future work. The comparative study of cultural products, visual representation, and visual conditioning, both historically and in contemporary society, will be discussed. *Department verified that sustainable design is a key tenet of course and included in learning objectives for this course.
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Fall and winterArt &DesignAD318A
Graphic Design:Typographic Sys
UG1Implementation of typographic systems in concept and composition. Emphasis is placed on process, letterform, and layout as well as typography’s use in interactivity and motion. *Department verified that one or more of the assignments is related to understanding and designing to illustrate natural resources/sustainability/environmental ethic
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WinterArt &DesignAD318B
Graphic Design:Layout & Prodtn
UG1Advanced studies in visual systems; emphasis is placed on conceptual development, complex layout, production skills and three-dimensional design. *Department verified that sustainable design is a key tenet of course and included in learning objectives for this course.
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FallArt&DesignAD 322BCeramics: SurfacesUG1Production of a collection of ceramic pieces that combine traditional and experimental surface concerns and techniques to develop a personal approach toward the ceramic material. Emphasis is on the finishing and technical concerns related to clay and glaze formulation along with firing procedures for the investigation of ceramic objects. Personal works will engage with thematic explorations of various cultural topics.
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FallArt &DesignAD324BWoodworking: Form, Volume, FunctionUG1Development of a professional portfolio through the production of new works in the studio. Emphasis is placed on understanding the various parameters of design, aesthetics, and relevance to contemporary standards in the field. Use of wood as a primary media is emphasized though the use of alternate materials is also discussed as appropriate. *Department verified that sustainable design is a key tenet of course and included in learning objectives for this course.
Woodworking/Furniture Design in Art and Design
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FallArt &DesignAD418B
Graphic Design: Interactive Design and User Experience
UG1Students will learn to apply research, problem-solving, and the user’s experience to interactivity. This course’s focus is on app/software interfaces and other media, wayfinding, and the conceptual development of interaction and design. Students could tailor work to promoting sustainablity to users.
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WinterArt &DesignAD444Seating DesignUG1Continued development of a professional portfolio. Emphasis is placed on the application of ideology and theory while maintaining a close attention to design, process, and concept of chair construction.
Woodworking/Furniture Design in Art and Design
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FallArt &DesignAD448B
Digital Cinema: Documentary Film
UG1Continued development of the concepts and practices of digital filmmaking, emphasizing documentary film production. Focuses on producing short-form cinematic works exploring various documentary modes, historical approaches, and ethics of representation.
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Fall and winterArt &DesignAD485
Foundations:Theories/ Practices
UG1Utilizing a range of analytical and practical frameworks this course includes an intensive examination of the methods, production, values, philosophies and theories surrounding art and design.
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Fall and winterArt&DesignAD488
Branding and Social Media
UG1Advanced research and visual problem-solving. Emphasis is placed on the creation and application and coordination of branding and identity systems for social media platforms.
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Fall and winterAllied Health AH203
Nutrition for Health Prof. I
UG1Principles of normal nutrition as related to promoting health and the prevention of various physical and mental disorders. Always talking about being more sustainable and trying to take better measures to reduce, reuse, recycle media/water/etc
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Fall and winterSociology/AnthropologyAN100Intro to Sociocultural Anthropology UG1The significance of culture and society as means of adapting to a varied and changing environment. Adaptation and cultural evolution are examined through a cross-cultural study of economic, social, political and ideological institutions. Art, music and language are also discussed.
Anthropology, Gender Studies, and Gen Ed Social Responsibility
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FallSociology/AnthropologyAN201Fundamentals of
Archaeology		UG1Explores the intimate relationship Fundamentals of Archaeology through ethnography and archaeology.
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WinterSociology/AnthropologyAN240Cultural Resource Management in ArchaeologyUG1
This course is a comprehensive introduction and overview of cultural resource management (CRM) in archaeology, which can encompass a wide range of topics. We will be examining the practice of CRM archaeology both in the United States and across the globe, the accumulation and ethics of archaeological collections, the curation crisis, museum and heritage site management, and relevant laws and regulations pertaining to the preservation of history and cultural resources. The class will have both a research component as well as a hands-on experiential component with real life projects. This class is designed to prepare students for careers in the popular field of CRM. This course includes lab-based exercises that enhance student learning of course material.
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WinterSociology/AnthropologyAN470Culture & PowerUG1Instructor introduces sustainability-related content.
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YES - Quantitative ReasoningFall Astronomy AS103
Observ & Solar Sys Astronomy
UG1History of astronomy; observational astronomy; basic science principles and how they relate to astronomy; the celestial sphere and coordinate systems; star charts; telescopes; formation and evolution of the solar system; planetary characteristics (internal structure, surfaces, atmospheres); and comets and asteroids.
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Fall and winterTech/Occupational SciencesAUT100Automotive SafetyUG1This course includes an online unit on pollution prevention including 11 modules and a final exam. Students can print a certificate upon completion. See attached brochure and/or website link below.

https://sp2.org/site/
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WinterTech/Occupational SciencesAUT268Automotive Service & RepairUG1This course includes an online unit on pollution prevention including 11 modules and a final exam. Students can print a certificate upon completion. See attached brochure and/or website link below.

https://sp2.org/site/
Automotive Maintenance
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YES - Perspectives on SocietyFall and winterCommunication and Performance StudiesBC165Intro to Mass MediaUG1Examination of contemporary mass media in the United States, including the press, movies, radio, television and new mass communication technologies. These will be studied from historical, economic, social and political perspectives. Instructor introduces sustainability-related content.
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WinterCommunication and Performance StudiesBC265Writing and AnnouncingUG1For example, use of electronic media rather than paper.
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FallCommunication and Performance StudiesBC271Audio ProductionUG1Introduction to skills used in audio recording and program production. Covers the theoretical background of the field and extensive applied laboratory experiences. For example, use of electronic media rather than paper
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FallCommunication and Performance StudiesBC473MAdvanced Multimedia ProductionUG1Study of advanced production theory, method and technique. Students put theory into practice through extensive laboratory work. Instructor introduces sustainability-related content.
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YES - Sci. InquiryFall and winterBiology BI100Biological Science UG1Study of fundamental concepts of biology that relate to problems confronting individuals and society. Topics include the scientific method; human dependence on other organisms; problems related to food production, human reproduction, inheritance and disease; biological implications of modern technology; and biological problems likely to confront society in the future.
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YES - Sci. InquiryFall and winterBiologyBI111Introduction to BiologyUG1An introduction to the major principles of biology. Topics include chemistry of life, structure and function of cells, photosynthesis and respiration, mitosis and meiosis, heredity, molecular biology, evolution, and ecology. Instructor introduces sustainability-related content.
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Fall and winterBiologyBI112
Intro Biology: Diversity
UG1Biological diversity explored with changing climate and adaptations. Touch on how human influence can lead to changes with in the food chain. Instructor includes sustainability-related content focused on climate change.
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YES - Sci. Inquiry
Fall and winterBiologyBI210Principles of EcologyUG1Lectures, field and laboratory studies dealing with the relationships between plants, animals, humans and the ecosphere.
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Fall and winterBiologyBI215 Evolution UG1This course broadly examines the key principles of evolutionary biology and the biological processes that generate startling arrays of biodiversity--both past and present. Discussion topics include human influence on the evolution of other species, linkages between evolution and medicine and common misperceptions about biological evolution. Learning about evolution, we discussed why and how other hominins became extinct due to human action. The same is occurring todayAll Bio Majors 6
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Fall and winterBiologyBI230Plant KingdomUG1A treatment of form, life cycles and evolutionary relationships of algae, fungi, bryophytes and vascular plants. Laboratory work uses both living and preserved material. Instructor introduces sustainability-related content.
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FallBiologyBI234Field MycologyUG1
Field and laboratory identification, life histories, and ethnomycology of local macrofungi and slime molds. Potential topics for exploration include the impacts of climate change on macrofungi and invasive fungi.
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WinterBiologyBI240Conservation BiologyUG1Introduction to the basic scientific principles and concepts concerning the field of conservation biology. Topics include causes of extinction, genetic risks of small populations, habitat fragmentation and edge effects, metapopulations, threats of exotic species, nature preserve and corridor design, and strategies for protecting and restoring endangered species and ecosystems. We learn how to properly dispose of materials in laboratory.
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FallBiologyBI290Seminar: Ecology and ZoologyUG1
Seminar introduces students to fundamental elements of the profession, including types of careers, job seeking, internships, resume building, interview skills, graduate study, leadership skills, and communication tips. Intended for students in their second year of study. Instructor includes material about sustainable career paths.
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WinterBiologyBI290Seminar: Plant ScienceUG1Seminar introduces students to fundamental elements of the profession, including types of careers, job seeking, internships, resume building, interview skills, graduate study, leadership skills, and communication tips. Intended for students in their second year of study. Instructor includes material about sustainable career paths.
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WinterBiologyBI290Seminar: Fisheries and WildlifeUG1Seminar introduces students to fundamental elements of the profession, including types of careers, job seeking, internships, resume building, interview skills, graduate study, leadership skills, and communication tips. Intended for students in their second year of study. Instructor includes material about sustainable career paths.
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FallBiologyBI295ST: Climate Change BiologyUG1Class focuses on how climate change is affecting biological process, changing ecosystems, etc.
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FallBiologyBI310Ecology Theory and MethodsUG1Lectures, field and laboratory studies on advanced concepts relating plants and animals to their environment. This course expands on principles taught in BI 210, which deals with the relationships between plants, animals, humans and the ecosphere.
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Fall and WinterBiologyBI322Vetebrate ZoologyUG1Phylogeny, taxonomy, anatomy, physiology and behavior of vertebrates. Emphasis on the evolutionary history of major vertebrate taxa.
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FallBiologyBI333Genetics for Natural ResourcesUG1This course will cover basic concepts in genetics, as well as topics in population genetics relevant to the management and conservation of populations of plants and animals. There will be particular focus on the topics of genetic diversity, inbreeding, population subdivision, and effective population size.
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FallBiologyBI411Limnology UG1Physical, chemical and biological aspects of lakes and streams. Laboratory work includes methods and instruments of field studies. Sustainability-related content incorporated.
Fisheries and Wildlife Managment Fisheries Concentration; EEGs Water Concentration Track
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Fall and winterBiologyBI431Plant PhysiologyUG1Principles of plant nutrition, metabolism, plant water relations, transport of materials in plants and physiological aspects of plant growth and development. Methods of studying plant functions are emphasized in the laboratory.Instructor introduces sustainability-related content.
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FallBiologyBI433Boreal FloraUG1Lecture and field studies dealing with recognition, taxonomy, ethnobotany and ecological adaptations of plants in aquatic and terrestrial communities.
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FallBiologyBI441Fisheries ManagementUG1Concepts, applications and techniques for managing fisheries resources. Topics include basic fish anatomy and life-history characteristics, fishing technology, population dynamics, fisheries modeling, hatcheries and conservation issues. Emphasis is placed on the human-fishery resource interaction. Students read from primary literature and conduct fisheries-related research.
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FallBIologyBI442Wildlife ManagementUG1Application of ecological principles and technical knowledge to the management of wildlife populations.
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WinterBiologyBI462OrnithologyUG1Lectures and laboratory exercises covering the evolution, systematics, morphology, physiology, ecology and behavior of birds. Instructor introduces sustainability-related content.
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WinterBiologyBI446Stream EcologyUG1Lectures covering the fundamentals of riverine and riparian ecology
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Winter BiologyBI467Fish EcologyUG1
This course will cover aspects of fish ecology from individual, population, community, and ecosystem levels. We will discuss the role of the environment in determining fish physiology and behavior, the interactions among fishes and their environment, food-web dynamics, and ecosystem interactions.
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Fall and winterBusiness-MarketingBUS540
Marketing Strategy
GRAD1This course is designed to provide students with an overview of the process of developing and implementing marketing strategy. Through the use of strategy-related readings, cases, applied exercises and a course project, students will develop and refine strategic marketing planning and problem-solving skills.
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YES - Scientific InqiryFall and winterChemistryCH109Introduction to Organic and BiochemistryUG1Includes a lab on "green chemistry".Yes, for nursing program
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WinterChemistryCH189Medicinal Plant Chemistry UG1Seminar course involving discussion of articles related to medicinal plant chemistry and presentations by peers and invited guests.
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WinterChemistryCH420Medicinal Plant Chemistry IIUG1Structure and chemical properties of plant secondary metabolites, including alkaloids, terpenoids and flavonoids. Students will plan their research projects and will begin cultivation of the plants they will use.
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FallBusiness-Computer Information SystemsCIS 336
Network Operating Systems
UG1Students learn the specific functions and features of installing and maintaining new generation networks and tools. Topics include planning, configuration, managing resources, connectivity, running applications, monitoring, optimization and troubleshooting.
Information Assurance & Cyber Defense
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WinterCriminal JusticeCJ 270Conservation Law EnforcementUG1
An online asynchronous course which examines the history, development and operations of wildlife conservation law enforcement officers at the state and federal level in the United States. Also included is comparative material on wildlife rangers operating in select African and Asian nations.
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Fall and winterCriminal JusticeCJ273Environmental Conservation CriminologyUG1 This course involves the scientific study of environmental crime, sometimes referred to as green crime, including their forms, causes, victims, and efforts for prevention and control. The course focuses on theoretical explanations of environmental or green crimes, offender behavior, victim characteristics, greater social harms, and the role of specialized agencies within the justice system to both prevent these offenses.
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FallCriminal JusticeCJ383 Environmental Conservation LawUG1 This course addresses the specialized area of environmental crime law implemented to protect wildlife, the natural environment and humanity. Students will examine the legislative history of laws designed to protect the environment and study local, state and federal law including statutes and court decisions. International treaties such as the Conventional on the International Trade in Endangered Species will be highlighted for study.
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FallCriminal JusticeCJ454Wildife CrimeUG1
A focus on crimes against wildlife, both endangered and thriving, flora and fauna. Topics include the nature of the wildlife trade; legislation used to control and prevent the illegal commercialization of wildlife; analysis of specific aspects of crime, including poaching and animal trade; the role of public and private zoos and animal brokers; and examination of successful and unsuccessful international conservation programs.
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Fall and winterTech/Occupational SciencesCN156Construction Systems and MethodsUG1
This course is designed to introduce the student to basic building systems and the different means and methods constructing those systems. It utilizes both classroom lecture and lab to help students gain practical knowledge of the different systems. Has a component of sustainable design.
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Fall and winterTech/Occupational SciencesCN254Surveying LayoutUG1An introductory course covering theory, principles and techniques of construction surveying. Instructor introduces sustainability-related content.
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Fall and winterTech/Occupational SciencesCN278MEP Systems (Mechanical, Electric and Plumbing Systems)UG1A course organized to provide a fundamental understanding of construction and design procedures for mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems.
Construction Management, Building Technology
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evlucas@nmu.edu
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Fall and winterTech/Occupational SciencesCN450Project ControlUG1Development of a mechanism for cost estimating and its relationship to other project control functions of scheduling, budgeting and cost control. Instructor introduces sustainability-related content.
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FallTech/Occupational SciencesCN459Construction Management UG1we discuss effective measures done by buildiers and the government to create more sustainable practices and using more sustainable materials
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WinterTech/Occupational SciencesCN495X
FLSA: ST: Mass Timber in CN
UG1This course focuses on the sustainable design methods of mass timber.
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WinterCommunication and Performance StudiesCOM120Interpersonal CommunicationUG1In this course students have to also complete a campus or community problem proposal and to present in their groups. Past groups have targeted similar problems referenced above in SP 200. They are also required to do 5 hours of community services in their groups. I have had students volunteer with the YMCA, UPAWS, and the UP200, among other local projects, such as clearing snow for an elderly women and cleaning out a neighbors garage. Other topics covered include bikeability of the local area; solar power to reduce electric costs; literacy, food/hunger, homelessness.
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YES - Human ExpressionFallCommunication and Performance StudiesCOM200ArgumentationUG1In this course the students are required to complete a research project on a campus or a community problem. After students complete interviews (with the appropriate personal or community members), toured and observed, and gather data, they present arguments and proposals these topics. Topics have ranged from- advocating for- more bike lanes in town, solar power lighting on the trails, garbage/waste management of our beaches, using beet juice to remove snow and ice on campus, composting in the dining halls, a smoke free campus, improving parking at NMU, and a car-free 3rd street corridor (among many others).
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FallCommunication and Performance StudiesCommunication in Small Groups and TeamsResearch Methods/Careers in CommunicationsUG1An introduction to the research and writing requirements of the field of speech communication. Career options in the field are also considered. Instructor introduces sustainability-related content.
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WinterCommunication and Performance StudiesCOM310Communication TheoryUG1A survey of contemporary theories and paradigms relating to human communication. Principles of theory construction are also discussed Instructor introduces sustainability-related content.
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FallCommunication and Performance StudiesCOM320New Media LiteracyUG1THERE ARE TWO UNITS IN MY NEW MEDIA LITERACY COURSE THAT INCLUDE ISSUES RELATED TO SUSTAINABILITY. THE FIRST UNIT IS ON CHILDREN, NATURE & MEDIA - AND WE EXPLORE HOW CHILDREN SPEND MORE TIME BEHIND SCREENS THAN OUTDOORS AND WHAT THIS MEANS FOR NATURAL RESOURCE CONSERVATION AND CONNECTION TO NATURE. THE SECOND RELATED UNIT IS ABOUT ADVERTISING AND CONSUMPTION. WE ALSO EXPLORE SOCIAL JUSTICE ISSUES RELATED TO NEW MEDIA TECHNOLOGIES AND HOW POLITICS IS CHANGING BECAUSE OF INTERNET ACCESS AND WHAT THIS MEANS FOR SOCIAL EQUALITY AND JUSTICE. THIS COURSE REALLY COVERS THE ECONOMICS, SOCIAL ISSUES AND CONSERVATION THEMES EMBEDDED IN SUSTAINABILITY.
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WinterCommunication and Performance StudiesCOM432Environmental CommunicationUG1This course will provide an in-depth exploration of the theoretical, methodological, and applied aspects of environmental and nonprofit campaign design. Students will put those understandings into practice with the creation of a campaign related to communicating an ecological or social issue, e.g., water quality, local climate change impacts, etc. Additionally, students will learn how to translate complex scientific information for diverse, public audiences.
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Fall and winterCommunication and Performance StudiesCOM480Communication CapstoneUG1Taught as a seminar and focused on assessment of educational outcomes in the major as students finalize their preparations for graduate studies and/or entry into the workforce. Current and emerging issues in the field of communication studies, along with general current events, provide a basis for developing professional portfolios, reflecting on educational experiences, and completing various assessment-based tasks. Instructor introduces sustainability-related content.
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YES - Quantitative ReasoningFall and winterEconomicsEC140
Consumer Economics
UG1The emphasis is on “real life” decision-making and not economic theory. Economic concepts will emerge naturally while discussing everyday decisions. Topics include large ticket purchasing decisions, personal budgeting, career-planning and community involvement.
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Fall and winterEducationED201
Intro to Education
UG1An introduction to the field of education as a complex social, economic and political institution and career. Students will gain an understanding of their roles in shaping discussion of significant issues such as equality of opportunity, diversity and multiculturalism within the context of an ever-changing profession.
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Fall and winterEducationED311
Lng Art Meth/Mat Elem Tchr
UG1Survey of theories, research, strategies and programs for teaching the language arts and integrating them throughout the elementary school curriculum
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Fall and winterEducationED316
Elem Reading Instruct 1
UG1Study of the theories, processes, and strategies for teaching and assessing reading with a focus on emergent literacy and reading in the primary grades
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Fall and winterEducationED353
Meth & Mat Teach Ele Schl Math
UG1Designed to acquaint prospective elementary teachers with contemporary methods and materials employed in the teaching of mathematics in the elementary school
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FallEducationED360
Orientation to special education
UG1Study of children with exceptionalities including the etiology and characteristics of these individuals and the educational provisions that exist for their care, treatment, training, education and habitation
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Fall and winterEducationED361
Special education and the general classroom teacher
UG1An introductory course covering the range of handicapping conditions, designed for the elementary or secondary teacher to develop an awareness of the emotional, educational and social implications of handicaps and to formulate practical applications when working with students with exceptionalities in the general classroom.
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FallEducationED407
Introduction to emotional impairment
UG1Students will study the evolution of the field, investigate the biophysical, psychodynamic, behavioral and ecological models of influence, and develop a knowledge of both internalizing and externalizing disorders
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WinterEducationED408
Methods for teaching students with emotional impairment
UG1structuring for teaching students with emotional/behavior disorders. Students will obtain knowledge of teaching strategies, service units and educational assessment unique to the needs of this population.
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Fall and winterEducationED450
WEB: Seminar In Teaching: Elem
GRAD1This course is designed to help the student teacher better understand and apply education principles and theories in full-time classroom teaching experience. It focuses on the roles, responsibilities, issues and concerns of student teachers such as classroom management, instruction, assessment, multicultural education, human relations, employment, policy and practices.
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Fall EducationED530
Intro to Education Leadership
GRAD1concentration on leadership, motivation, change, conflict and power is applied to school improvement planning and educational leadership.
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WinterEducationED532
The Principleship
GRAD1Administrative strategies and practices of organization, supervision and management appropriate to elementary, middle and high school are studied.
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Fall and winterEnglishEN103Approaches to Academic Literacy and StudyUG1Includes a unit on social justice. Does a unit on water scarcity and how our lives are intricately connected to availability of clean water in context of social justice.
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YES - Human ExperessionFall and winterEnglishEN110Good BooksUG1Includes discussion around modernity, modernism, the anthropocene, ruins, industrializations, and competing/various ideas/idealogies about. Does a unit on water scarcity and how our lives are intricately connected to availability of clean water in context of social justice. Includes a unit on environmental unity/criticism.
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YES - Effective CommunicationFall and winterEnglishEN211College Composition IIUG1This course continues the development of students’ abilities to write carefully, to read closely, and to discuss critically. Writers expand their stylistic range, awareness of form, and ability to deal with complex issues. Students will write longer papers with at least one using information from other sources. During the semester, each student will generate a minimum of 6000 words of college-level writing. Several instructors chose sustainability-related readings and topics. Recent readings include Katherine Boo's *Behind the Beautiful Forevers: Life, Death, and Hope in a Mumbai Undercity.* This non-fiction book traces the lives of numerous low-income residents of Annawadi, a slum of Mumbai, and their attempts to lift themselves out of poverty in an increasingly globalized economy. Their personal journeys are tied to the larger theme of economic sustainability in India and how large-scale corruption interferes with achieving that sustainability.
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YES - Human ExpressionFall and winterEnglishEN215Intro to Creative WritingUG1An introduction to the craft of writing poetry, fiction and drama/script writing, emphasizing the analysis of models and class discussion of student work. Instructors introduce sustainabililty-related themes
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Fall and winterEnglishEN247
Intro to Literary Studies
UG1English majors introduces students to important terms and concepts relevant to literary study and improves students' abilities to read and interpret works of fiction, poetry and drama. Through a series of guest speakers, it also introduces students to faculty members in the department.
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WinterEnglishEN314Trad Oral Lit: Native AmericanUG1
Investigation of Native American oratory and traditional story. Development and influences will be considered. Guest traditional practitioners to supplement as available. Emphasis on eastern woodlands/Great Lakes Anishinaabe works.
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YES - Social Responsibility FallEnglishEN316Native American Novels and PoetryUG1Survey and critical analysis of contemporary novels and poetry in English by aboriginal writers of North America. Development and influences will be considered. Earlier works may be included for comparative purposes.
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Fall and winterEnglishEN493
English Senior Capstone Seminar
UG1A capstone course in which students use the skills learned in the major to explore a common topic, produce a substantial writing project that requires significant research
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FallEnglishEN508Seminar in Nature Writing: Great LakesGRAD1A graduate-level study of Nature Writing texts, movements and traditions. Emphasis on classic and contemporary texts exploring the relationship between literature, nature, and the environment.
Focus on classic and contemporary texts that explore the relationship between literature and the environment, with an emphasis on the unique ecology and issues of the Great Lakes.
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WinterEnglishEN504Principles of Critical InvestigationGRAD 1Includes discussion of modernity, modernishm, the anthropocene, ruins, and industrialization.
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FallEnglishEN560Lit Movement: Green Romantacism GRAD1The influence of the Romantic movement on Western culture (including the history of Western
environmentalism) is profound and complex, and the overarching objective of this course is to investigate the ways that the Romantic era in Britain and the rest of Europe transformed, for better or worse, the way people thought about nature and their relationship to it.
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WinterEnglishEN602Creative Nonfiction WorkshopGRAD1In each course, I've included at least one unit/text on sustainability issues around global climage change. Images of women is focused on ecofeminism throughout the course. I'm also taking grad and undergrad students to extant slave dwellings in WI, to talk about race, and issues of sustainability are inevitably a part of the discussion around slavery.
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WinterEnglishEN698DS: Science/Nature NonfictionGRAD1This course focuses on nature and science through the lens of non-fiction work.
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YES - Scientific Inqiry Fall and winterEarth, Environmental, and Geographic ScienceThe study of computer-based manipulation of geographic information, GIS data integration, visualization and emerging geographic information science issues. Students have opportunities to apply GIS to explore, predict and asses sustainability challenges.Physical GeographyUG1Students examine the earth's physical phenomena to develop a knowledge and appreciation of the relationships between human activities and environmental processes.