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HUM 414 - The Individual in the Contemporary World (4)
Global issues and recent history, both Western and non-Western, building on information gathered and questions raised in the preceding Humanities courses toward a fuller understanding of the responsibilities of and opportunities for humanity today. No credit given if credit received for LS 479. Prerequisites: 75 credit hours and HUM 124, 214, 324; LANG 120. Fall.
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HUM 499 - Undergraduate Research in Humanities (1-6)
Independent research under the supervision of a faculty mentor. An IP grade may be awarded at the discretion of instructor. May be repeated for a total of 6 hours credit. See program director.
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Humanities - Special Topics and Colloquia |
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HUM 171-6 - Special Topics in Humanities (1-6)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See program director.
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HUM 179 - Liberal Studies Colloquia (LS 179)
Colloquia offered to fulfill ILS requirements. See Liberal Studies for course descriptions. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements.
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HUM 271-6 - Special Topics in Humanities (1-6)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See program director.
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HUM 371-6 - Special Topics in Humanities (1-6)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See program director.
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HUM 379 - Liberal Studies Colloquia (LS 379)
Colloquia offered to fulfill ILS requirements. See Liberal Studies for course descriptions. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements.
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HUM 471-6 - Special Topics in Humanities (1-6)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See program director.
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HUM 479 - Liberal Studies Colloquia (LS 479)
Colloquia offered to fulfill ILS requirements. See Liberal Studies for course descriptions. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements.
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Health and Wellness |
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HW 100 - Introduction to Rock Climbing (1)
An introduction to rock climbing. The course includes rock climbing exercises that concentrate on focus, endurance, power-endurance and power. It also incorporates activities to improve overall fitness. Note: Grading for HW activity courses is S/U. See department chair.
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HW 101 - Hiking, Camping and Orienteering (1)
An introduction to the outdoor educational activities of backpacking, camping and orienteering with an emphasis on the achievement of lifetime fitness and wellness. Activities may include an overnight backpacking/camping trip. Note: Grading for HW activity courses is S/U. See department chair.
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HW 102 - Beginning Kayaking (1)
Designed for beginning kayakers looking to develop their kayaking skills and to be able to include kayaking in a lifetime fitness plan. The focus will be on navigation skills, towing, rescuing and rolling and aims to give kayakers the confidence to kayak on camping trips and in unfamiliar waters. Note: Grading for HW activity courses is S/U. See department chair.
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HW 103 - Mountain Biking (1)
Focuses on the basic principles of mountain biking theory and practice including safety, technical skills, trail etiquette, and protection. Emphasis will be on development of skills, proper application, and strategies to include mountain biking in a lifetime fitness plan. Note: Grading for HW activity courses is S/U. See department chair.
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HW 105 - Beginning Volleyball (1)
Theoretical concepts and laboratory experience in development of fundamental volleyball skill techniques and game strategies. The course includes drills to improve skills and game playing strategy, and applications to include volleyball in a fitness program for lifetime health and wellness. Note: Grading for HW activity courses is S/U. See department chair.
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HW 111 - Pilates (1)
Follows the original Pilates curriculum and prepares the student to achieve advanced levels of the exercise sequence in the mat portion of the Pilates canon. The class also explores the use of other equipment (Resist-a-balls, noodles, etc.) when applying the Pilates method. Note: Grading for HW activity courses is S/U. See department chair.
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HW 113 - Racquetball (1)
Focuses on the rules, terminology, fundamental skills, and strategies of racquetball. This class also explores the health benefits of racquetball and how this activity can be included in a lifetime health and wellness program. Note: Grading for HW activity courses is S/U. See department chair.
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HW 115 - Beginning Tennis (1)
Includes techniques, rules, scoring, singles and doubles strategy, and etiquette. The course focuses on understanding the health benefits of tennis and developing a fitness program for lifetime health and wellness. Note: Grading for HW activity courses is S/U. See department chair.
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HW 118 - Beginning Golf (1)
Emphasizes the basic skills involved in club selection, golf course analysis, shot selection, execution of the golf swing and strategies to pursuing lifetime fitness through golf. Rules, handicapping and etiquette are included. Course may meet off campus. Note: Grading for HW activity courses is S/U. See department chair.
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HW 121 - Basketball (1)
Focus on the fundamental skills, basic offensive and defensive strategies, rules and strategies to include basketball in a lifetime health and wellness fitness plan. Note: Grading for HW activity courses is S/U. See department chair.
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HW 122 - Water Aerobics (1)
Uses choreographed movements to provide toning, conditioning, and aerobic benefits. The course promotes aesthetic experiences and body awareness, and focuses on understanding the health benefits of water aerobics and developing a fitness program for lifetime health and wellness. Note: Grading for HW activity courses is S/U. See department chair.
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HW 123 - Aerobics (1)
Step aerobics, dance and other rigorous activities performed to music to attain cardiovascular fitness, strength, flexibility and other components of a healthy lifestyle. Note: Grading for HW activity courses is S/U. See department chair.
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HW 124 - Weight Training (1)
Designed to give the student a broad background in the area of strength development through weight training. Various weight training programs, techniques, and trends will be examined. Students will learn to develop a personal weight training program that enhances overall health. Note: Grading for HW activity courses is S/U. See department chair.
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HW 125 - Kickboxing (1)
Provides a high intensity cardiovascular workout incorporating kicks, punches, and combinations inspired by martial arts and boxing. The course focuses on developing the skills of kickboxing, enhancing personal strength and conditioning, and applying these skills to the development of a fitness program for lifetime health and wellness. Note: Grading for HW activity courses is S/U. See department chair.
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HW 126 - Beginning Swimming (1)
Introduces the fundamentals of swimming, including safety skills and techniques such as crawl, sidestroke, breaststroke, and elementary backstroke. Students will learn to apply swimming to their personal lifetime health and fitness plan. Note: Grading for HW activity courses is S/U. See department chair.
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HW 127 - Jogging and Aerobic Walking (1)
Introduces students to various aspects of both walking and jogging activities. Topics include stretching, form, technique, fitness principles, general safety and proper equipment needed for jogging and fitness walking. Students will learn to develop lifelong programs through the application and understanding of aerobic principles, cardiovascular conditioning, and nutrition and performance enhancement. Note: Grading for HW activity courses is S/U. See department chair.
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HW 131 - Tai Chi (1)
Introduces students to Tai Chi Ch’uan, a traditional Chinese system of personal cultivation and self-defense. The course comprises practical and theoretical study of Chinese traditional therapeutic Qi-Gong (twenty-posture) and an Essential Tai-Chi training routine. Included are the role of moral character in martial arts training and professional Tai-Chi training techniques. Note: Grading for HW activity courses is S/U. See department chair.
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HW 132 - Yoga (1)
Introduces students to classic yoga postures that address such needs as stress management, muscular tightness, skeletal alignment, and injury rehabilitation. In addition to posture instruction, each class includes focused breathing and meditation. These activities are complemented by a series of lectures on such topics as the historical and philosophical foundations of yoga, nutritional practices that enhance the value of a lifelong yoga program, and Eastern-based movement traditions that complement yoga practice. Note: Grading for HW activity courses is S/U. See department chair.
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HW 133 - Meditation (1)
Combines several forms of applied meditation, including writing, walking and a variety of exercises to give direct experience of mindfulness and to promote a sense of well- being. The connection between health and meditation, with a specific focus on stress management, is also explored. Note: Grading for HW activity courses is S/U. See department chair.
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HW 134 - Trail Running (1)
Explores the special techniques and skills associated with trail running. Topics include technique, bio-mechanics, agility and stretching, shoe mechanics, personal evaluation, weight training and goal setting. Several days will be spent in the classroom or weight room; other days will be off-campus, either trail running or performing research. Note: Grading for HW activity courses is S/U. See department chair.
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HW 136 - Beach Volleyball (1)
Covers the acquisition of motor skills, fundamental techniques, contemporary issues, knowledge appropriate for successful participation, and strategies to pursue lifetime health and wellness through beach volleyball. The majority of the course will be held on an outdoor sand court. Note: Grading for HW activity courses is S/U. See department chair.
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HW 137 - Team Sports (1)
Students will acquire a basic understanding of skills and techniques for selected team sports through an examination of the preparatory activities, drills and mechanical analysis of skills. Strategies to pursue lifetime fitness through various team sports will be addressed. Note: Grading for HW activity courses is S/U. See department chair.
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HW 138 - Frisbee/Disc Golf (1)
Focuses on various aspects of the sport including disc selection, throwing, strategy, the mental game and lifetime participation for health and wellness. At times, class will meet at the nearby Disc Golf course. Note: Grading for HW activity courses is S/U. See department chair.
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HW 139 - Water Games (1)
Introduces a variety of water games and aquatic exercises. Emphasis is placed on increasing cardiovascular fitness levels, muscular strength, muscular endurance, and flexibility through water games. In addition, students will learn the skills and rules necessary to participate in a variety of lifetime aquatic games. Note: Grading for HW activity courses is S/U. See department chair.
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HW 200 - Intermediate Rock Climbing (1)
Designed to help more experienced climbers improve climbing skills and overall fitness levels. Prerequisite: HW 100 or permission of instructor. Note: Grading for HW activity courses is S/U.
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HW 205 - Intermediate Volleyball (1)
Designed to give the volleyball enthusiast an opportunity to explore advanced skill techniques of the game. Focus is on the development of strategies that apply to the game of “Power Volleyball.” Prerequisite: HW 105 or permission of instructor. Note: Grading for HW activity courses is S/U. See department chair.
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HW 215 - Intermediate Tennis (1)
Designed for the intermediate tennis player to develop additional techniques and advanced game strategies. Prerequisite: HW 115 or permission of instructor. Note: Grading for HW activity courses is S/U. See department chair.
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HW 218 - Intermediate Golf (1)
Basic skills and techniques are refined beyond the beginner level. Analysis and practice of the golf swing, swing theory and methods, and golf course strategies are emphasized, as well as strategies to pursue lifetime fitness through participation in golf. Prerequisite: HW 118 or permission of instructor. Note: Grading for HW activity courses is S/U. See department chair.
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HW 226 - Intermediate Swimming (1)
Designed for the individual with middle-range swimming skills. The course will provide additional training in swimming techniques and advanced water safety skills. Prerequisite: HW 126 or permission of instructor. See department chair.
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HW 171-6 - Special Topics in Health and Wellness (1-6)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as subject matter changes. Note: Grading for HW activity courses is S/U. See department chair.
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HW 271-6 - Special Topics in Health and Wellness (1-6)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as subject matter changes. Note: Grading for HW activity courses is S/U. See department chair.
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HW 371-6 - Special Topics in Health and Wellness (1-6)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as subject matter changes. Note: Grading for HW activity courses is S/U. See department chair.
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HW 471-6 - Special Topics in Health and Wellness (1-6)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as subject matter changes. Note: Grading for HW activity courses is S/U. See department chair.
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Health and Wellness Promotion |
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HWP 152 - Health and Fitness (2)
Study of health as influenced by individual behavior and choices. Topics addressed are physical fitness, nutrition, eating disorders, self-esteem, stress management, substance use and abuse, sexual assault and date rape prevention, and HIV/STD prevention. Measurements of individual fitness levels and health habits are conducted. Course includes a comprehensive fitness development experience. Students cannot receive credit for HWP 152 if taken simultaneously with, or subsequent to, HWP 153 or 154 or 155. Students with credit for HF 120 cannot receive credit for HWP 152. Fall and Spring.
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HWP 153 - Health Promotion and Wellness (3)
Theory, research and skills relating to physical fitness, stress management, interpersonal communication and health. Course includes a comprehensive fitness development experience. Fall and Spring.
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HWP 154 - Women’s Health (3)
The study of how women can understand, gain control over, and take responsibility for their bodies and their health. Course includes a comprehensive fitness development experience. Fall and Spring.
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HWP 155 - Men’s Health (3)
The study of how men can understand, gain control over, and take responsibility for their bodies and their health. Course includes a comprehensive fitness development experience. Fall and Spring.
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HWP 156 - Career and Educational Decision Making (1)
Designed for students early in their college career, this course examines the process of making healthy college and career decisions. Students will assess their individual values, interests and strengths from a holistic perspective and explore the variety of disciplines and programs represented at UNCA as well as the range of career paths available. Odd years Fall.
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HWP 220 - Introduction to Sports Medicine (3)
An introduction to principles of sports medicine. Covers such topics as the history of sports medicine, terminology, graduate opportunities, and disciplines involved in the care, prevention and management of injuries. Fall.
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HWP 225 - Nutrition and Lifestyle (3)
An introduction to the principles of diet and nutrition science, this course addresses recent issues and controversies on ways that nutrition and diet can promote health and prevent disease. Other topics of interest include multi-cultural views of diet and nutrition, herbs and dietary supplements, and nutrition for activity and exercise. Prerequisite: HWP 153 or 154 or 155. Fall.
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HWP 253 - Health and Sexuality (3)
An introduction to reproductive anatomy, sexual response, conception, family planning, pregnancy and child birth, sexuality throughout the life cycle, prevention of HIV/AIDS and other sexually transmitted diseases, contraception, homosexuality, atypical sexual behavior and sexual victimization. Prerequisite: HWP 153 or 154 or 155. Fall and Spring.
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HWP 257 - Internship-Exploring Career Choices (2)
This course is designed for students participating in exploratory internships to clarify and/or advance their career goals. It provides a structured and guided learning environment to help students make the most of their internship experience. Course components facilitate students’ professional development, focusing on the transition from the role of a student to the role of a professional. Students must arrange an internship placement prior to the start of the course and are encouraged to meet with the Career Center’s internship coordinator before enrolling in the course. All majors and academic levels are welcome to enroll. Spring.
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HWP 260 - Complementary and Alternative Healing Therapies (3)
Serves as an introduction and overview of complementary and alternative healing therapies. Students will have an opportunity to experience a variety of healing therapies such as herbal medicine, massage, Reiki, Ayurveda, Chinese medicine, among others. Prerequisite: one course from HWP 152, 153, 154 or 155. See department chair.
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HWP 284 - Functional Anatomy (4)
The study of the structure and function of the human body and human muscular system as related to sports and fitness activities. Anatomical, kinesiologic, biomechanical and physiologic principles related to sport and fitness activity will be examined. The laboratory portion of the course emphasizes practical applications. Prerequisite: one course from HWP 152, 153, 154 or 155. Spring.
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HWP 290 - Introduction to Biofeedback (3)
Introduces the basics and goals of biofeedback including history, intervention techniques, and analysis of principles and applications. Students also engage in personal biofeedback training. Some course time will be devoted to the underlying principles of neurofeedback. This is not a certification course. Prerequisite: one course from HWP 152, 153, 154 or 155. Spring.
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HWP 292 - Biofeedback Lab (2)
Applying the principles of biofeedback, students facilitate sessions in the UNC Asheville Biofeedback Lab, assisting others to understand and eliminate barriers to optimal performance. Students will also conduct research. Prerequisite: HWP 290, or familiarity with instrumentation used in peripheral biofeedback. Fall.
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HWP 310 - Community Outreach and Health Promotion (3)
Essential strategies for determining prevention-related needs for specific populations, designing culturally and educationally appropriate interventions/services, and implementing and evaluating health promotion/disease prevention programs. Use of health risk appraisals to establish baseline and evaluation data and as a motivational tool is reviewed. Principles and efficacy of lifestyle coaching is stressed; extensive role-playing. Additional emphasis is placed on learning how to develop and adapt health education programs, materials, and oral communications to reach audiences of differing literacy levels and cultural backgrounds in an effort to eliminate health disparities among race and class, and to serve an aging population. Prerequisite: HWP 153 or 154 or 155; Pre- or corequisites: SOC 221, 312. Spring.
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HWP 320 - Advanced Injury Assessment (3)
Advanced study of sports medicine. Helps students develop proficiency in evaluating injuries often seen in the physically active. Emphasis on identifying anatomical structures often involved in injuries, assessment of those injuries and injury recognition. Prerequisites: BIOL 223; HWP 220; or permission of instructor. Odd years Fall.
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HWP 321 - Therapeutic Modalities and Rehabilitation (4)
The scientific basis in theory and principle for the treatment and rehabilitation of injuries seen in the physically active. Additional topics include the psychology of injury, the management of pain, and understanding the motivational aspects of dealing with injured individuals. Prerequisites: BIOL 223; HWP 220, 320. Even years Spring.
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HWP 322 - Kinesiology (3)
Science of human motion based on the relationship between anatomic and mechanical principles. Emphasis placed on the fundamental mechanical principles involved in movement skills. Quantitative and qualitative problem-solving approaches enable students to apply their understanding of the concepts presented. Pre- or corequisite: BIOL 223. Fall.
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HWP 325 - Pathophysiology of Chronic Conditions and Illnesses (3)
The study of chronic conditions and illnesses that could be improved or prevented through lifestyle choices. Topics include heart disease, cancer, stroke, diabetes, COPD, overweight and obesity, hypertension, HIV/STDs, arthritis, back pain, osteoporosis, tobacco addiction, alcoholism and other drug addiction, eating disorders, depression, stress and anxiety, suppressed immune function. Emphasis is placed on etiology, current assessment and treatment protocols and efficacy, the use of health risk appraisals, and overlap with health promotion initiatives. Also emphasized are the effects of prolonged stress on immune function and health behavior. Includes research and practice of stress, anxiety, and depression management strategies. The course is designed to prepare students to operate screening programs and make appropriate health care referrals and/or develop individual lifestyle plans. HIPAA requirements are emphasized. Prerequisite: BIOL 223 or 338. Spring.
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HWP 330 - Peer Education and Health (3)
The study of peer education concepts and programs, especially as they relate to health. Students will assess campus needs which might be met by peer education and develop appropriate programs. The Certified Peer Educator Program will be used in a manner such that students may become nationally certified as a Peer Educator. Topics will include health promotion and wellness, AIDS education, substance abuse education, beginning counseling skills and family systems. Fall and Spring.
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HWP 333 - Food Politics and Nutrition Policy (3)
An exploration of how corporate, government, and consumer interests affect nutrition and health policy, and how individuals and non-profits influence nutrition and health policy to promote consumer health. The course addresses how nutrition and health policies were developed in the United States and how these policies are modified as a result of health advocacy. The course also addresses the interrelationships between food production and manufacturing practices, human health and environmental health. Prerequisite: one course from HWP 152, 153, 154 or 155. Fall.
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HWP 335 - Health Communication (3)
Examines methods for communicating health messages. Communication theory, socio-cultural issues, and communication contexts are examined while developing communication skills and strategies. Other topics include communicating through difference, lifestyle coaching and health/behavior counseling, communicating with health policy makers, utilizing mass media though oral and written communication, and designing and implementing an effective health promotion campaign. Prerequisites: one course from HWP 152, 153, 154 or 155, and junior standing. Fall.
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HWP 340 - Career and Life Planning (1)
Focuses on career development after graduation. Students will learn how to convert the liberal arts experience into satisfying work, study and service options. Emphasis on employment strategies, issues related to personal and vocational wellness, and achieving a healthy balance among work, family and leisure roles. Prerequisite: junior or senior standing. Even years Fall.
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HWP 345 - Research Methods (3)
Students evaluate clinical studies, identify weaknesses in study design, interpret statistics, and apply evidence from clinical research to areas of interest. Topics include reliability, validity, statistical significance, research design, and program assessment. The student will sharpen analytical skills and learn to evaluate studies using a variety of discipline-specific methods. Prerequisite: STAT 185. Fall.
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HWP 350 - Service Learning in Health Promotion (3)
A structured learning experience that combines community service with preparation and reflection. Students apply the course material in health promotion and diversity to meet the actual health needs of children, teens and seniors from various backgrounds in our community. Experiences include regular university classroom sessions, attendance at cultural events, on-site work in local organizations and project team meetings. Prerequisite: one course from HWP 152, 153, 154 or 155, and junior standing. See department chair.
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HWP 355 - Exercise and Sport Performance (3)
Prepares the student to recognize and implement appropriate strategies to enhance sports and exercise performance based on sound physiological principles. Topics include nutrition, strength and resistive training, anaerobic/aerobic training, and principles of exercise program design. Students will have the option to sit for the USA Weightlifting Sport Performance Coach Certification exam at the end of the semester. Prerequisites: one course from HWP 152, 153, 154 or 155; and HWP 284 or BIOL 223. Fall.
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HWP 360 - Aging, Health and Active Living (4)
Explores the benefits and risks of physical activity in later years, and the challenges and incentives to health promotion through active living. Emphasis is on understanding the physiological and psychosocial changes of older adults, and developing skills in designing and implementing health promotion strategies to address specific needs. Students will work with older adults in the intergenerational learning experience program, Wellness Activities for Seniors in Asheville (WASA). Prerequisite: one course from HWP 152, 153, 154 or 155. Spring.
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HWP 380 - Internship in Health and Wellness Promotion (3)
Students are placed in a supervised health and wellness promotion program that relates to their career goals and learning objectives. Requirements may include readings, a major project, biweekly seminars and final presentation. Prerequisites: one course from HWP 152, 153, 154 or 155; and HWP 225. Certification in basic CPR/first aid is required. Spring and Fall.
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HWP 390 - Pre-Health Professions Internship I (3)
An introductory experience for students who qualify on the basis of academic standing, career choice, and personal interview. Students will work with the instructor to be placed in a local area health care setting under professional supervision. Includes research, knowledge and experience to meet specifically selected learning objectives. Requires daily journal entries and final presentation. First in a series of two internship courses. Fall
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HWP 410 - Pre-Health Professions Internship II (3)
Advanced students, who qualify on the basis of academic standing, career choice, and personal interview, will work with the instructor to be placed in a local area health care setting under professional supervision. Includes research, knowledge and experience to meet specifically selected learning objectives. Requires daily journal entries and final presentation. Second in a series of two internship courses. Prerequisite: HWP 390. Spring.
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HWP 420 - Exercise Physiology (3)
Study of the physiological reactions to exercise. Emphasis will be placed on muscle metabolism and neurologic stimulation and contraction. Cardiorespiratory responses to exercise as well as the development of nutritional and training programs to enhance these systems will be discussed. Course includes American College of Sports Medicine Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription, training on the proper use of Biometrics Lab equipment, and interpretation of assessment data collected. Prerequisites: BIOL 223. Spring.
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HWP 421 - Seminar in Sports Medicine (3)
Examination of legal, ethical and managerial issues pertaining to sports medicine. Review of NATA competencies and behavioral objectives. Project will involve design of facility including budgeting, bidding, purchasing and staffing. Prerequisites: HWP 220, 320, 321. Odd years Spring.
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HWP 459 - Senior Seminar in Health and Wellness Promotion (3)
Course gives degree candidates an opportunity to demonstrate competency and serves as the senior capstone experience. Includes four components: (1) completion of a research project or case study in health and wellness promotion; (2) an oral presentation of research findings (in the writing and delivery of their research, students are expected to demonstrate written, oral, and computer competency in addition to content and critical thought mastery); (3) career and/or graduate study plan; (4) evidence of growth in personal health and wellness during their course of study and the completion of a lifestyle plan. Prerequisites: HWP 153 or 154 or 155; 225, 253, 310; Pre- or corequisites: HWP 325, 420. Spring.
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HWP 480 - Advanced Internship in Health and Wellness Promotion (3)
Students are placed in an organization and provided with professional supervision for advanced skill development. Requirements may include a bi-weekly journal; a major project that includes research and project management and demonstrates leadership skills; a culminating report; and a final presentation. Students who qualify for this advanced internship placement do so on the basis of academic standing, career choice, and personal interview. Prerequisites: HWP 380 and permission of instructor. Spring.
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HWP 499 - Undergraduate Research in Health and Wellness Promotion (1-6)
Independent research under the supervision of a faculty mentor. An IP grade may be awarded at discretion of instructor. May be repeated for a total of 6 hours credit. See program director.
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Health and Wellness Promotion - Special Topics and Colloquia |
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HWP 171-6 - Special Topics in Health and Wellness Promotion (1-6)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See department chair.
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HWP 179 - Liberal Studies Colloquia (LS 179)
Colloquia offered to fulfill ILS requirements. See Liberal Studies for course description. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements. HWP 479 may not be used by students majoring in Health and Wellness Promotion.
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HWP 271-6 - Special Topics in Health and Wellness Promotion (1-6)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See department chair.
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HWP 371-6 - Special Topics in Health and Wellness Promotion (1-6)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See department chair.
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HWP 379 - Liberal Studies Colloquia (LS 379)
Colloquia offered to fulfill ILS requirements. See Liberal Studies for course description. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements. HWP 479 may not be used by students majoring in Health and Wellness Promotion.
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HWP 471-6 - Special Topics in Health and Wellness Promotion (1-6)
Course not otherwise included in the catalog listing but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See department chair.
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HWP 479 - Liberal Studies Colloquia (LS 479)
Colloquia offered to fulfill ILS requirements. See Liberal Studies for course description. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements. HWP 479 may not be used by students majoring in Health and Wellness Promotion.
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International Studies |
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INTS 325 - Indigenous Rights and Social Justice (3)
Examines contemporary global movements that protect and promote indigenous peoples’ political, social or cultural rights. Such initiatives include the preservation of indigenous knowledge, community management of natural resources, and safeguards against international development schemes. Fall.
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INTS 345 - Negotiating Peace: The Practice of Local and Global Peacebuilding (3)
Explores the causes and complexities of contemporary conflict, examining methods that respond to conflict without perpetuating cycles of revenge, hostility, and division. Participants learn through practical, hands-on experience how to identify common bonds and bridge perceptual differences. Reflecting on forgiveness and reconciliation in their own communities, students examine worldwide endeavors in the field of conflict transformation that heal the wounds of entrenched division and war. Spring.
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INTS 350 - Refugees, Gender and Human Rights (3)
Examines the connection between involuntary displacement, gender and human rights law. Students examine the causes and contexts for population displacement, both internal and cross-boundary. These contexts include racism, sexism, xenophobia, changing political regimes, and war/conflict. Spring.
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INTS 354 - The Nuclear Dilemma (3)
Students explore the technological, economic, social, political, and legal challenges posed by the proliferation of nuclear technology and weapons over the last fifty years, and examine the historical and contemporary efforts of the international community to address these challenges. Spring.
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INTS 361 - Contemporary Issues in World Affairs (3)
A seminar facilitating discussion of current international issues. Students are required to attend public presentations or activities addressing contemporary world affairs, pursue additional independent research on selected topics, followed by directed discussions in a seminar setting. Fall and Spring.
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INTS 362 - Participatory Learning in World Affairs (3)
Students learn about world affairs through participation in significant internationally-oriented conferences, competitions (like Model United Nations), internships, and/or study-travel programs. See program director.
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INTS 365 - International Experiential Learning Project (3-6)
Students participate in a service learning project or internship either overseas or with an approved international organization in the US. An IP grade may be awarded at discretion of instructor. May be repeated for a total of 6 hours credit. Prerequisite: permission of International Studies director. See International Studies director.
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INTS 495 - Senior Colloquium (1)
Students formally present and discuss their research findings and/or service learning projects. Students are required to demonstrate mastery in their work and its significance. Prerequisite: INTS 499; or appropriate research seminar in another discipline with approval of International Studies director. Spring.
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INTS 499 - Undergraduate Research in International Studies (1-6)
Independent research under the supervision of a faculty mentor. An IP grade may be awarded at discretion of instructor. May be repeated for a total of 6 hours credit. See International Studies director.
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International Studies - Special Topics and Colloquia |
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INTS 171-6 - Special Topics in International Studies (1-6)
Course with significant international content that do not fall within the traditional subject matter of one academic department but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See International Studies director.
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INTS 179 - Liberal Studies Colloquia (LS 179)
Colloquia offered to fulfill ILS requirements. See Liberal Studies for course descriptions. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements. INTS 479 may not be used by students with a concentration in International Studies.
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INTS 271-6 - Special Topics in International Studies (1-6)
Course with significant international content that do not fall within the traditional subject matter of one academic department but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See International Studies director.
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INTS 371-6 - Special Topics in International Studies (1-6)
Course with significant international content that do not fall within the traditional subject matter of one academic department but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See International Studies director.
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INTS 379 - Liberal Studies Colloquia (LS 379)
Colloquia offered to fulfill ILS requirements. See Liberal Studies for course descriptions. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements. INTS 479 may not be used by students with a concentration in International Studies.
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INTS 471-6 - Special Topics in International Studies (1-6)
Course with significant international content that do not fall within the traditional subject matter of one academic department but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as often as permitted and as subject matter changes. See International Studies director.
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INTS 479 - Liberal Studies Colloquia (LS 479)
Colloquia offered to fulfill ILS requirements. See Liberal Studies for course descriptions. May not be used to fulfill major or minor requirements. INTS 479 may not be used by students with a concentration in International Studies.
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IST 253 - Perspectives on Leadership (3)
Designed for students interested in the academic study of leadership. This course examines issues, concepts and situations that relate to leadership and organizational development from a variety of perspectives including an examination of the psychological, sociological and ethical aspects. Additionally, students will develop an appreciation for the ways in which leadership has been studied and researched and how this has affected our perceptions of leadership. Spring.
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