Introductory Special Topics Courses (190’s and 290’s) – Spring 2016

Spring, 2016, Offerings

Courses numbered in the 190’s and 290’s focus on a particular topic and are offered only once or twice. These courses are taught at an introductory or intermediate level; specific prerequisites (if any) are noted in the course descriptions.

BLKST*290 Minority Health Disparities
Professor Saltsman, TTh 11:00 AM – 12:15 PM

A study of the differences among racial and ethnic minority populations in the United States at the local and national levels with an emphasis on the diseases and illnesses in which racial and ethnic minorities have the highest morbidity and mortality burden. Emphasis is placed on the unique and complex dynamics of the individual and community practices that contribute to the higher burden of disease and includes an examination of community-based approaches to reduce the burden.

COMJ*290 Multicultural Education
Professor Moore, MW 11:00 AM – 12:15 PM

A study of introductory theories, themes, and guiding concepts that frame scholarship in Multicultural Education. Seminar discussions focus on critical race theory, global diversity, privilege, socioeconomic status, and hip-hop pedagogy.  In addition, students participate in a community engagement component where they question whether theories of multiculturalism are present in actual classrooms and share their expert knowledge with community partners in Crawford County.  This course is useful for Allegheny students who are interested in M.A.T. graduate programs, students interested in social justice issues in K-12 education, and those considering a career in teaching.

COMRT*190 African American Theatre and Drama: A History (short title: African American Theatre and Drama)
Professor Cosdon, TTh 11:00 AM – 12:15 PM

A survey of African American theatre and drama, from slavery through the contemporary. Authors to be studied may include Amiri Baraka, Kia Corthron, Angelina Grimké, Langston Hughes, Georgia Douglas Johnson, Adrienne Kennedy, Suzan-Lori Parks, Anna Deveare Smith, August Wilson, Robert O’Hara, Lynn Nottage, and Branden Jacobs-Jenkins.