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Academic Colleges, Departments, Programs:

Interdepartmental Programs:
African-American Studies
African Studies
American Studies
Ancient Studies
Asian Studies
Energy
Clustered Minors in Environmentally Sustainable Practices
European Studies 
Humanities
Latin-American Studies
Legal Studies
Mathematical Economics
Medieval and Renaissance Studies
Native American Studies
Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution
Sports Studies
Women's Studies
 
 
 
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Interdepartmental Programs
Today's planners and decision makers need the ability to draw upon information from many sources. To give students broad backgrounds in a variety of subjects, interdepartmental programs require courses from more than one department.

COURSES:

AFR: African Studies
CANST: Canadian Studies
ID: Interdepartmental
INTST: International Study Abroad
NSE: National Student Exchange
Interdepartmental Programs and Courses

150 Canada: Cultural Crossroads. (3)  
An interdepartmental introduction to the geography, history, government, economy, literature, art, and music defining Canada's individuality and international heritage. An examination of current issues on such topics as economic agreements, environment, education, health system, and multicultural relations.

101 Freshman Seminar. (1)  
Through individual assessment, readings on issues in education, and academic portfolios, skills necessary for freshman-year success are learned.

Prerequisite
: permission of the freshman academic advisor.

250 Introduction to Sustainable Development. (3) Presents sustainable development objectives as dependent upon interactions both within and among systems comprising natural, human/social, and economic capital. Examines elements and linkages essential for functioning of these systems. Addresses values that frame decision making for maintaining systems elements and linkages and for setting natural, human/social, and economic sustainable development goals.
Not open to students who have credit in ID 400.

300 Related Field Experiences. (1-12)  
Available for advanced standing credit only and not through registration. Departments may use this course to grant students university credit on programs under their jurisdiction for field experience meeting departmental crediting criteria. Students must apply formally to the department chairperson for such credit and supply supporting documentation. The department determines the amount of credit to be granted and notifies the registrar. The Office of Academic Advising is informed of how the credit is to be applied to students' programs.
A total of 12 hours of credit may be earned.

301 Introduction to Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution. (3) 
Interdisciplinary study of methods of achieving peace within communities and among nations; history of peace movements and the causes of conflict; and analysis of principles to resolve conflict using case studies.

399 Independent Study in Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution. (3-9)
Topics for independent study and research to be chosen and investigated in consultation with instructors with special competence in the topic involved. The credit hours may be accumulated in more than one semester. Prerequisite: ID 301; permission of the instructor or department chairperson.
A total of 9 hours of credit may be earned, but no more than 3 in any one semester or term.
Open only to minors in peace studies and conflict resolution.

400 Creating a Sustainable Future: The Clustered Minors Capstone. (3)  
Capstone course for minor programs in environmentally sustainable practices. Topics vary. Emphasizes interdisciplinary perspectives on creating sustainable practices--environmentally and culturally--for the future. Seminar format, with visiting scholars working interactively.

Prerequisite:
completion of other required courses in one of the participating minor programs, junior or senior standing, permission of the instructor.
Open only to
minors in environmentally sustainable practices or by permission of the instructor.

401 Internship in Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution. (3-9)
Supervised participation in a mentorship relationship in which students gain work-related experience and apply acquired knowledge of peace studies and conflict resolution. Involves participation in an organization, agency, or business.
Prerequisite: ID 301; permission of the instructor or department chairperson.
A total of 9 hours of credit may be earned, but no more than 6 in any one semester or term.
Open only to minors in peace studies and conflict resolution.

495 Immersive Experiences for Bachelor of General Studies Students. (1-9)
An interdisciplinary immersive project resulting from collaboration among university and industry professionals. Students may work independently or as part of project teams in consultation with an instructor with competence in the project area.
Prerequisite: permission of the University College Dean.
A total of 9 hours of credit may be earned.

INTERNATIONAL STUDY ABROAD (INTST)

300 International Study Abroad. (0-15)
Participation in an international study program at an approved study abroad site.  Hours earned can only be applied as general elective credit and must be taken credit/no credit.  
Prerequisite: permission of the director of the center for international programs.  
A total of 15 hours of credit may be earned.  

NATIONAL STUDENT EXCHANGE (NSE)

399 National Student Exchange. (12-17)
For participants in the National Student Exchange program and for registration purposes only.  Requires contact with department offices to obtain evaluation of course(s) before registration, if credit is to be applied to anything other than general electives.  Replaced by evaluated credit once transcripts from exchange institutions are received.
Prerequisite: permission of the Dean of University College.

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Interdepartmental Programs and Courses:


AFRICAN-AMERICAN STUDIES

Minor: African-American Studies

The African-American Studies minor explores the culture of black Americans and Africans to help all students understand themselves and relationships between blacks and whites. The knowledge of American, Caribbean, and African societies prepares students for careers in multinational business, multicultural education, law, journalism, radio, television, social work, and urban planning. 

For more information, call the Department of History at
765-285-8700.

MINOR IN AFRICAN- AMERICAN STUDIES,
18-20 hours
PREFIX NO SHORT TITLE CR HRS
ANTH 311 Ethnicity 3
ENG 491 Afr Am Lit 3
HIST 210 Black His US (3)
or
372 Modrn Africa (3)
or
428 Caribbean (3) 3
9-11 hours from  
GEOG 352 Africa (3)
MUHIS 439 Jazz Hist 1 (2)
PHIL 310 African Phil (3)
POLS 475 Minor Group (3)
SOC 421 Minorities (3) 9-11
_____
18-20 hrs
Students electing POLS 475 or SOC 421 should take appropriate University Core Curriculum courses to meet prerequisites.

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AFRICAN STUDIES

Minor: African Studies
Courses:
AFR: African Studies

The African Studies minor offers an interdisciplinary approach to the study of Africa through history, politics, anthropology, philosophy, music, economics, and geography.  It enables students to acquire a broad view of the cultural richness and history of this most ancient of continents and affords an in-depth understanding of the issues and challenges Africa has endured and continues to face at the beginning of the twenty-first century.

For more information, call the Department of History at
765-285-8700.

MINOR IN AFRICAN STUDIES, 17-18 hours
PREFIX NO

SHORT TITLE

CR HRS

9-18 hours from
AFR 499

Sen Thesis (3)

GEOG 352

Africa (3)

HIST 372

Modrn Africa (3)

441

Comp Slave (3)

484

Southern Afr (3)

PHIL 310

African Phil (3)

9-18

0-9 hours from  
ANTH 311

Ethnicity (3)

ECON 279

Prob Em Nats (3)

or
POLS 281

Prob Em Nats (3)

ENG 498

Post-Col Std (3)

FR 200-300-400 level French (3-6)
400

Study Abroad (3-9)

GEOG 150

Global Geog (3)

470

World Pol Ge (3)

MUHIS 439

Jazz Hist 1 (2)

NREM 205

Intl NR Cons (3)

307

Envl Mgt Dev (3)

357

Intl Rur Dev (3)

0-9

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17-18 hrs
NREM 402 is offered for 3-6 credit hours only towards the African Studies minor.  Since special topics courses will apply toward the African Studies minor only when they focus on Africa, students must receive the approval of the African Studies director to receive credit for each of the following topics courses: ANTH 450; HIST 198, 469, 494; HONRS 189; NREM 402; POLS 405; FL 205; FR 101.

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COURSES:
(AFR) AFRICAN STUDIES


 African Studies Senior Thesis. (3) 
The formulation or writing of a research-oriented thesis/project working with a faculty advisor or the director of African Studies.  Students will produce a research paper or project on an African theme or topic of their choice.  Prerequisite: fourteen (14) hours completed or in progress from African Studies minor; permission of the department chairperson.  
Open only to students minoring in African Studies.
 

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AMERICAN STUDIES

Minor
: American Studies
Courses:
AMSTU: American Studies
:

The American Studies minor helps students understand and appreciate the interrelationship of all facets of American society and culture. The program consists of courses in American history, literature, art, and other elements of American life and thought. It focuses on cultural diversity and social groups in American history.

The interdisciplinary approach of the American Studies minor cuts across traditional academic boundaries, giving students a unique view of the nation's social fabric and history. It equips students with knowledge and skills applicable to careers in education, journalism, business, advertising, publishing, government, and other types of work requiring a general understanding of American society and culture and an ability to conduct rigorous interdisciplinary analysis.

For more information, call the Department of History at
765-285-8700.

MINOR IN AMERICAN STUDIES, 24 hours
PREFIX NO

SHORT TITLE

CR HRS

Introduction to American Studies  
AMSTU 101

Amer Studies (3)

or
HIST 101

Amer Studies (3)

3

Historical foundations  
HIST 201

US 1492-1876

3
202

US 1877-Pres

3
6 hours from  
American life electives  
HIST 210

Black His US (3)

215

Women Amer H (3)

310

Int Hist Bus (3)

419

Tr Miss Fron (3)

421

Indians U S (3)

422

Amer Pop Cul (3)

433

Am Life 1607 (3)

434

Am Life 1865 (3)

ANTH 242

Folklore (3)

331

Nat Am No Am (3)

471

Ethnohistory (3)

ECON 310

Am Ec Hist 2 (3)

HIST 205

Int Sport Am (3)

or
PEP 205

Int Sport Am (3)

JOURN 101

Mass Comm (3)

301

Hist Journ (3)

NREM 204

Am Env Hist (3)

POLS 130

Amer Nat Gov (3)

411

Amer Thought (3)

443

Am Const Law (3)

SOC 200

Social Org (3)

312

Leisure (3)

421

Minorities (3)

TCOM 101

Foundations (3)

363

Film Genres (3)

6

3 hours from  
American thought electives  
ENG 240

Amer Lit 1 (3)

250

Amer Lit 2 (3)

3

6 hours from  
ARCH 428

Hist NA Arch (3)

LA 221

L A Hist 2 (3)

PLAN 220

Plan Hist 1 (3)

COMM 310

Spchmkg Demo (3)

380

Prac Commun (1-6)

ENG 240

Amer Lit 1 (3)

250

Amer Lit 2 (3)

346

Stu 19 Amer (3)

347

20th Cent Am (3)

351

Cont Am (3)

402

Top Cult Stu (3)

491

Afr Am Lit (3)

492

Nat Am Lit (3)

MUHIS 105 Mus Pop Cul (3)
439 Jazz Hist 1 (2)
440 Jazz Hist 2 (2)
PHIL 303

American (3)

RELST 160

Rel & Cultur (3)

6

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24 hrs
Students electing COMM 310 should complete their University Core Curriculum communication studies requirement first to satisfy the prerequisite. All other prerequisites are waived.

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COURSES:

AMERICAN STUDIES (AMSTU)

101 Introduction to American Studies. (3)
Survey of American Studies as a field and as an interdisciplinary approach to the study of American civilization. Methods and theories of American studies will be discussed, along with major themes and topics in American life and thought.
Not open to students who have credit in HIST 101.

450 Reading and Independent Study. (1-3)
Topics for independent study and research to be chosen and investigated in consultation with an instructor who has expertise in the area involved.
Prerequisite: permission of the American Studies director.
A total of 3 hours of credit may be earned.

499 Selected Topics in American Studies. (3-9)
Survey and investigation of a specific topic, issue, or problem in American Studies. Particular subject matter will be announced before each offering.
A total of 9 hours of credit may be earned.

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ANCIENT STUDIES

Minor: Ancient Studies

The minor in Ancient Studies combines courses in anthropology, modern languages and classics, history, and philosophy. 

For more information, call the Department of History at
765-285-8700.

MINOR IN ANCIENT STUDIES (liberal arts),
20 hours

PREFIX

NO

SHORT TITLE

CR HRS

ANTH

103

Archaeology

3

CC

105

Classic Wrld

3

HIST

151

World Civ 1

3

PHIL

300

Hist Ancient

3

8 hours from  

ANTH

310

O W Archaeol (3-6)

490

Indpen Study (1-3)

CC

201

Cult Life Gr (3)

202

Cult Life Ro (3)

301

Cl Lit Trans (3-6)

304

Ancient City (3)

305

Classic Myth (3)

HIST

450

Read Spec St (1-3)

461

Dvl Greek Cv (3)

462

Dvl Roman Cv (3)

464

Byzantin Civ (3)

PHIL

403

Read Spec St (1-3)

8

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20 hrs

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ASIAN STUDIES

Minor: Asian Studies
Courses:
ASIAN: Asian Studies

The Asian Studies minor is designed to introduce students to the Asian world and traditions and to help them become familiar with diversity in Asian customs and values. This minor equips them with knowledge for careers and citizenship in a global environment.

For more information, call the Department of Geography at
765-285-1614.

MINOR IN ASIAN STUDIES, 15-17 hours
PREFIX NO SHORT TITLE

CR HRS

15-17 hours from  
AHS 290 Asian Art (3)
ANTH 370 O W Cultures (3-6)
ASIAN 498 Readings (3-6)
CH 101 Beginning 1 (4)
102 Beginning 2 (4)
or
JAPAN 101 Beg Jpn 1 (4)
102 Beg Jpn 2 (4)
GEOG 354 Asia (3)
HIST 370 Pre Mod Asia (3)
371 Modern Asia (3)
488 South Asia (3)
489 S East Asia (3)
492 Premod China (3)
493 Premod Japan (3)
495 Modern China (3)
496 Modern Japan (3)
POLS 394 Int Rln Asia (3)
488 Gv Pol China (3)
495 F Pol China (3)
RELST 290 Top Asia Rel (3)
390 Adv Asia Rel (3)  
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15-17 hrs
Credit in only one language (CH or JAPAN) and only two courses in any single department counts toward the minor.

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COURSES:

ASIAN STUDIES (ASIAN)

498 Asian Studies: Selected Readings. (3-6)
Topics for independent study and research to be chosen and investigated in consultation with the department and instructor involved.
Prerequisite: permission of the program director.
A total of 6 hours of credit may be earned.

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ENERGY

Minor: Energy

This interdepartmental minor gives students an interdisciplinary approach to the study of the development, use, and conservation of energy. Students may focus on solar and alternative energy systems, energy policy, economics, or planning. The minor complements majors in planning, business, industrial technology, and the life, physical, and earth sciences.

For further information, contact the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Management, WQ 110,
765-285-5780, or Center for Energy Research/Education Service, AB 018, 765-285-1135.

MINOR IN ENERGY, 21 HOURS
PREFIX NO

SHORT TITLE

CR HRS

NREM 331

Enrg Min Res 

3

335

Renew Energy

3

3 hours from  
GEOL 101

Planet Earth (3)

NREM 101 Env & Socy (3)
PHYCS 100 Cncept Phycs (3)

3

12 hours from the following groups with at least one course from each:  
Group 1  
APHYS 420

Sol Thrm Sys (3)

422

Photovoltaic (3)

GEOL 207

Envir Geol (3)

435 Stratigraphy (3)
NREM 341 Air Quality (3)
346 In Env Qual (3)
Group 2  
ITDPT 204

Engy Process (3)

ITCST 252

Bldg Diag (3)

LA 471

Sust Land (3)

NREM 405

Int Res Mgt (3)

PLAN 431

Transport Pl (3)

433

Environ Plan (3)

435

Energy Plan (3)

Group 3  
BUSAD 300

Env Bsn Ctxt (3)

CAP 498

Special Proj (3)

ECON 311

Environ Econ (3)

or
NREM 303

Environ Econ (3)

402

Field Study (1-6)

497

Spec Studies (1-3)

POLS 342

Publc Policy (3)

347

Env Law Poly (3)

12
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21 hrs
Advisor approval required for topic of CAP 498, NREM 497, or 402 (maximum of 3 hours of credit applicable).  Students electing APHYS 420, or NREM 405 are expected to meet the course prerequisites.

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THE CLUSTERED MINORS IN ENVIRONMENTALLY SUSTAINABLE PRACTICES

Minors: Environmental Context for Business, Environmental Contexts in Health Care, Environmental Policy, Sustainable Land Systems, Technology and the Environment

A cluster of interdepartmental minors has been designed to address the growing need for students at Ball State University to increase their environmental literacy. The minors offer new opportunities for students to build experiences in environmental studies that cross disciplinary lines. The clustered-minors concept reinforces the importance of interdisciplinary exposure and a university education that reflects the needs of the future. 

The Clustered Minors in Environmentally Sustainable Practices develop a beginning foundation of knowledge about important environmental issues in ecology, environmental economics, and environmental ethics, supplemented by taking carefully selected courses within each of the specialized programs that are described below.  All students pursuing a minor within the cluster are encouraged to take NREM 101, Environment and Society, as an elective within the University Core Curriculum. To finish a program of study within any one minor, students enroll in a closing course that is shared by all the clustered minors, ID 400, Creating a Sustainable Future. Further information about ID 400 is addressed in the catalog section on Interdepartmental Courses.

For more information or assistance with academic advising for any of the clustered minors, contact the Center for Energy Research/Education Service, AB 018, 765-285-1135.

MINOR IN ENVIRONMENTAL CONTEXT FOR BUSINESS, 21 hours
PREFIX NO

SHORT TITLE

CR HRS

BIO 216

Ecology

3
ECON 311

Environ Econ (3)

or
NREM 303

Environ Econ (3)

3
PHIL 230

Envir Ethics

3
BUSAD 300

Env Bsn Ctxt

3
ID 400

Sust Future

3
ISOM 251

Intr Opr Mgt

3
POLS 347

Env Law Poly

3
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21 hrs
BIO 100 should be taken as a University Core Curriculum elective and to satisfy the prerequisite for BIO 216 (BIO 112 recommended). ECON 201 should be taken before ECON 311/NREM 303 as a University Core Curriculum requirement and to satisfy the prerequisite. B.S. or B.A. candidates for a major in the Miller College of Business may substitute ISOM 351 for ISOM 251.
For further information, contact the Office of Undergraduate Programs (Miller College of Business), WB 147, 765-285-5329. Information or assistance may also be obtained by contacting the Center for Energy Research/Education Service, AB 018, 765-285-1135.

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MINOR IN ENVIRONMENTAL CONTEXTS IN HEALTH CARE, 24 hours
PREFIX NO

SHORT TITLE

CR HRS

BIO 216

Ecology

3
ECON 311

Environ Econ (3)

or
NREM 303

Environ Econ (3)

3
PHIL 230

Envir Ethics

3
NUR 300

Env Cont Hlth

3
ID 400

Sust Future

3
9 hours of electives from  
ANTH 342

Amer Culture (3)

CHEM 100

People Chem (3)

COMM 290

Intercul Com (3)

FCSFC 202

Family Welln (3)

HSC 160

Human Health (3)

180

Prn Com Hlth (3)

482

Environ Hlth (3)

NREM 347

Occ Ind Hyg (3)

NUR 103

Hlth Behav (3)

PLAN 450

Neighbhd Pln (3)

PSYSC 301

Psych Health (3)

SOC 341

Hlth Illness (3)

431

Aging (3)

SOCWK 230

Behav Envr 1(3)

9

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24 hrs
BIO 100 should be taken as a University Core Curriculum elective and to satisfy the prerequisite for BIO 216 (BIO 112 recommended). ECON 201 should be taken before ECON 311/NREM 303 as a University Core Curriculum elective and to satisfy the prerequisite.
For further information, contact the School of Nursing, CN 418, 765-285-5571. Information or assistance may also be obtained by contacting the Center for Energy Research/Education Service, AB 018, 765-285-1135.

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MINOR IN ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY, 24 hours
PREFIX NO

SHORT TITLE

CR HRS

BIO 216

Ecology

3

ECON 311

Environ Econ (3)

or
NREM 303

Environ Econ (3)

3

101

Env & Socy

3

PHIL 230

Envir Ethics

3

ID 400

Sust Future

3

POLS 347

Env Law Poly

3

3 hours each from two of the following:  
Planning and management  
NREM 357

Intl Rur Dev (3)

405

Int Res Mgt (3)

PLAN 433

Environ Plan (3)

435

Energy Plan (3)

POLS 461

Com Plan Adm (3)

Policy and administration  
HIST 204

Am Env Hist (3)

or
NREM 204

Am Env Hist (3)

POLS 342

Publc Policy (3)

350

Pub Administ (3)

431

Legislation (3)

435

Intgov Rel (3)

Individually-structured applications  
ECON 369

Internship (3-6)

NREM 369

Pro Prac Exp (1-3)

497

Spec Studies (1-3)

PLAN 369

Pd Intern (0)

POLS 369

Prof Exp (3-6)

6

Maximum of 3 hours credit may be applied to the minor from these courses with permission of the applicable department chairperson.  

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24 hrs