In this video production workshop, we will study historic and contemporary examples of international advertising produced for political groups and movements as we make media for change and transformation. Each week students will analyze works created by corporations, collectives, and artists as they create a short work of their own. Hands on technical workshops will reinforce or introduce production and design skills. Our workflow will incorporate research and development of an idea, editing and revision.

Topics course. This seminar explores the diversity of reproduction in mammals from genetics to environmental adaptations, but all from the perspective of female mammals.  How does the female perspective change the way we think about reproduction?  For instance, conception vs fertilization; embryo rejection vs miscarriage.  We cover basic concepts as well as the biases and assumptions present in the study of mammalian reproduction. Prerequisite BIO 154 or permission of the instructor.

Sectioned course. A course designed to teach intermediate to advanced mat exercises developed by Joseph Pilates. This course will explore the history of Pilates, the benefits of Joseph Pilates Matwork and the six main Pilates principles. Prerequisite: Pilates Mat Training I or permission of the instructor. Enrollment limited to 25.

An exploration of methods of inquiry in social psychology with emphasis on experimental approaches to current questions in respect to processes of categorization and social identity and their implications for behavior among groups. Prerequisites: PSY 202 and either PSY 170, PSY 180, PSY 266 or PSY 269. Concurrent enrollment in PSY 270 is encouraged.

The course explores the creation of international media discourses and representations of youth activism, new media technologies and social change from a global perspective. It connects case-studies of historical and contemporary youth social movements and how they are constructed, represented and discussed in international news, television, films and new media portals. The class will feature case-studies from diverse countries in Asia, Africa, Latin America, North America, Europe and Australia to compare, contrast and analyze the unique narratives that emerge from these diverse regions.