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BA COURSES

REGULAR CLASS MEETING DATES: Mondays October 5 - December 7 Tuesdays October 6 - December 8 Wednesdays October 7 - December 9 Thursdays October 8 - December 17 Fridays October 9 - December 18 Saturdays October 10 - December 19 HOLIDAYS Th, Fr, & S Nov. 26 - 28

Cynthia C. Davis COM-310 Section 1 3 Unit(s) Meryl Peters Academic Writing Tuesday 1:00 PM - 3:50 PM Required in first quarter for all students. Beginning with a review of basics (grammar, outline, style, purpose, etc.) the course focuses on the development of the individual student's writing skills from writing about the self through expository and persuasive writing. Through assignments and in-class exercises, the elements of basic communication common to both academic and professional writing are examined. Revisions and development are emphasized. The class includes limited lectures and a great deal of discussion, practice and feedback in both dyadic and workshop formats. The overall goal is to improve each student's writing skills regardless of initial level of sophistication. LIMIT 15

Cynthia C. Davis COM-310 Section 2 Meryl Peters 3 Unit(s) Academic Writing Tuesday 6:00 PM - 8:50 PM Required in first quarter for all students. Beginning with a review of basics (grammar, outline, style, purpose, etc.) the course focuses on the development of the individual student's writing skills from writing about the self through expository and persuasive writing. Through assignments and in-class exercises, the elements of basic communication common to both academic and professional writing are examined. Revisions and development are emphasized. The class includes limited lectures and a great deal of discussion, practice and feedback in both dyadic and workshop formats. The overall goal is to improve each student's writing skills regardless of initial level of sophistication. LIMIT 15

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Cynthia C. Davis COM-359 Section 1 3 Unit(s) Meryl Peters Writing & Literary Theory Friday 9:00 AM - 11:50 AM Required for Creative Writing majors. This course uses literary theory to examine the influence on writing of culture, politics, philosophy, ethics, technology, and aesthetics. It provides a limited overview of some of the major schools of critical thought, such as psychoanalysis, feminism, Marxism, dialogical criticism, Foucauldian analysis, New Criticism, archetypal criticism, reader response, structualism/semiotics, phenomemology, hermeneutics, and deconstruction. LIMIT 25

Dick Morrow COM-370 Section 1 3 Unit(s) Analysis of Human Interaction Thursday 6:00 PM - 8:50 PM Formerly Dyadic Communication Fulfills: Dyadic Communication requirement

LBS-303A Section 1 3 Unit(s) Service Learning in the Community Monday 4:30 PM - 5:50 PM Required for all students.

Hymon Johnson

A study of interpersonal communication from a theoretical perspective. Concepts related to perception are explored as applied to self, to others, and to the relationship. Other topics include verbal and non-verbal means of communication, listening, and presentation of self. The development and dissolution of relationships, relational intricacies, and competence, and enhancement are also explored along with negotiation and conflict. LIMIT 25

Using models from experiential and adult learning theory, this course provides students with structured opportunities to intern at a local nonprofit organization while reflecting upon their service learning in a weekly seminar setting. Through use of carefully focused readings and a variety of interactive and reflective activities, students are encouraged to integrate their philosophical, conceptual, and practical learning experiences as they analyze, discuss, and write about their combined field and classroom learnings. LIMIT 15

Gina M. Bell LBS-302 Section 1 3 Unit(s) April Perryman-French Educ Found & Acad Planning Monday 6:00 PM - 8:50 PM Required prior to or during the first quarter of study for all students.

Karen Morgan-Sharkey LBS-308 Section 1 1 Unit(s) Capstone Seminar 10/7, 11/4, & 12/9 Wednesday 9:30 AM - 12:20 PM Required in final quarter for all students.

The major goal of this course is to familiarize the student with the history, philosophy, policies, and purposes of the undergraduate degree program at Antioch University Santa Barbara. It provides an orientation to Antioch's specific student-centered learning program. From a basis of their transferred units, students learn to plan and take responsibility for the completion of their degree. This course also introduces the student to the Core Purposes of a Liberal Arts Education: critical and creative thinking; diversity and global awareness; holistic personal development; competence for professional pursuits; effective communication; and the unifying principle of praxis for social justice. Special emphasis is placed on the development of college level writing skills and critical thinking. Required in first quarter. LIMIT 18

Built around the campus mission and the BA program core purposes, this seminar is designed to integrate, synthesize, and reflect upon common and practical themes from their undergraduate learnings. Drawing from the video each student completed in their first quarter, their cumulative Portfolio, and other theoretical and practical sources, students will provide evidence of the essential knowledge and learning experiences they have gleaned from their liberal arts education through seminar discussion, written documentation included in the Portfolio, and a culminating oral presentation to the faculty. LIMIT 25

April Perryman-French LBS-302 Section 2 3 Unit(s) Educ Found & Acad Planning Tuesday 9:30 AM - 12:20 PM Required prior to or during the first quarter of study for all students. The major goal of this course is to familiarize the student with the history, philosophy, policies, and purposes of the undergraduate degree program at Antioch University Santa Barbara. It provides an orientation to Antioch's specific student-centered learning program. From a basis of their transferred units, students learn to plan and take responsibility for the completion of their degree. This course also introduces the student to the Core Purposes of a Liberal Arts Education: critical and creative thinking; diversity and global awareness; holistic personal development; competence for professional pursuits; effective communication; and the unifying principle of praxis for social justice. Special emphasis is placed on the development of college level writing skills and critical thinking. Required in first quarter. LIMIT 18

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Harold Salas-Kennedy LBS-331 Section 1 3 Unit(s) Multiculturalism & Amer Politics Monday 6:00 PM - 8:50 PM This course will study the political mechanisms that operate in the context of an increasingly multicultural society. American politics has historically been looked upon as a stable beacon of strength for many to emulate. Now significant numbers of people of color, women, and individuals who represent alternative lifestyles are impacting the political arena. How will politics as we know it be altered? Historical, psychological, and socio-political thought will be utilized to examine the issues of multiculturalism and American politics. LIMIT 25

LBS-345 Section 1 3 Unit(s) Environmental Studies/Ecology Monday 9:00 AM - 11:50 AM

Dawn A. Osborn

The goal of this course is to give students an appreciation and understanding of the natural world. From the local scale to the global scale, we will use several approaches in our study of the science of ecology, and in the process, learn something of the natural history of the Santa Barbara area and the global processes important in controlling such phenomena as global warming. The course will include one mandatory all-day field trip. A $15 nonrefundable lab fee will be assessed upon registration. LIMIT 25

LBS-348A Section 1 3 Unit(s) Survey Research & Statistics Monday 1:00 PM - 3:50 PM Required for all students.

Margaret Mack

This class provides an overview of social science research methodology with in-depth study of survey research methods including data collection and analysis. Students will design, conduct, and report results of a small survey research project. LIMIT 25

LBS-349A Section 1 3 Unit(s) Experimental Design & Stats Wednesday 1:00 PM - 3:50 PM Required for all students.

Frank P. Rust

This class provides an in-depth look at experimental and quasiexperimental research methodology and corresponding statistical analyses, including an examination of how research design affects internal and external validity. Students design mock experiments and report them in APA format. LIMIT 25

LBS-351 Section 1 3 Unit(s) Diversity & Cultural Awareness Wednesday 6:00 PM - 8:50 PM

Jarrod A. Schwartz

Community is a complex, multilevel set of peoples, organizations, and values, interwoven and bound by relationships. Any single aspect of community affects the whole. Some may argue that the comfort of distance between people in the community is diminishing rapidly and causing a clash of lifestyles. Others would say that the community is coming together to redefine and improve itself. What are the levels and spheres that make up a diverse community? What role does awareness of diversity and culture play in the life of the community? This course is designed to generate responses to these questions. Professionals, activists, families, and private citizens who are part of this community have been invited to participate in a series of colloquia to share their knowledge, experience, and opinions with the class and community members. LIMIT 25

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John Forhan MGT-364 Section 1 3 Unit(s) Human Resource Management Monday 9:00 AM - 11:50 AM Required for Business Manangement & Social Service Administration majors. This course presents an analysis of a wide range of real-life personnel and labor relations, administrative policies, processes and problems. Topics include union organization, affirmative action, wage and salary administration, complaint procedures, attitude surveys and management development. Required for Business Management majors. LIMIT 25

Lawrence Silverman MGT-368 Section 1 3 Unit(s) Principles of Management Hybrid class-Meets 3x face to face on: 10/7, 11/4, & 12/9. Wednesday 6:00 PM - 8:50 PM Required for Business Management & Social Service Administration majors. This is a hybrid class combining online & classroom instruction. This course surveys theories, concepts, and techniques of management in organizations, with an emphasis on 1) styles of management, 2) organizational structure and environment, 3) managerial responsibilities and ethics. A recurring theme will be the differences (real and perceived) between men and women managers. LIMIT 25

Margaret Mack MGT-369A Section 1 3 Unit(s) Budgets & Finance Monday 6:00 PM - 8:50 PM Prerequisite: Accounting Principles & Practices. Familiarity with electronic spreadsheets required for completion of course project. Required for Management & Social Services Admin concentrations. This course is an introduction to the Financial Management function from the perspective of the budget manager or director. Topics presented will assist students in understanding, forecasting, and managing financial issues within an organization, and will combine theoretical and practical applications. Major topics to be covered include operating and capital budgets, financial reports, financial analysis, and fiscal controls LIMIT 25

PSY-320 Section 1 3 Unit(s) Counseling Theory & Technique Tuesday 9:00 AM - 11:50 AM Required for Psychology majors.

Gina M. Bell

This course provides an introduction to basic counseling skills and concepts including active listening skills, communication, and feedback, with emphasis placed on skill development through dyad work. The class also includes an exploration of counseling within the cultural and social milieu. LIMIT 15

PSY-340 Section 1 3 Unit(s) Theories of Personality Tuesday 1:00 PM - 3:50 PM Required for Psychology majors.

Latonya Evans

This course is designed to acquaint students with the major theories of personality and schools of thought in psychology. A comparative approach is used, based on the assumption that each theory contributes a part to the whole understanding of the human personality. An objective is to study the parts in order to gain a greater understanding of the whole. A final goal of this course is for each student to develop her/his own theory of personality based on a critical understanding of predominant theories in order to come to know one's own biases, assumptions, strengths and weakness. LIMIT 25

PSY-380A Section 1 3 Unit(s) Issues in Chemical Dependency Tuesday 6:00 PM - 8:50 PM Required for Psychology majors.

Stuart Light

This course addresses major issues related to chemical dependency and other related addictive processes. It includes a comparative study of different diagnostic, therapeutic, and theoretical approaches to the treatment of substance abuse and co-dependence in contemporary society. LIMIT 25

SEMINARS Janine Elias COM-392J Section 1 1 Unit(s) Special Topics: Male-Female Communications 10/24 Saturday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM This course will provide you with a basic foundation of the physiological, psychological, cultural, and spiritual, influences of how men and woman express emotions, process information, use language, and communicate. It is designed to promote and nurture critical thinking. To help students understand, appreciate, and utilize, gender differences improving our ability to communicate with and relate to each other. We will explore the benefits of having a basic understanding of these principles and how this understanding applies to our day-to-day living improving our ability to connect and form satisfying relationships. LIMIT 25

Randy W. Gale LBS-372R Section 1 1 Unit(s) Special Topics: Compelling Presentations 11/14 9-4pm & 11/28 9-1pm 9:00 Antioch’s experiential learning process requires students to deliver in class presentations to demonstrate their learning. This aspect of the curriculum is often challenging due to the anxiety related to public speaking, and the uncertainty of what constitutes a good presentation. In this course, students will learn to utilize their inherent personal strengths to manage anxiety, establish an engaging presence, and discover the essential elements of compelling presentations. Students will also learn how to competently utilize visual aids including PowerPoint & Antioch’s online projector system. LIMIT 25

Dana Drobney LBS-372S Section 1 1 Unit(s) Special Topics: Creativity & Expression Meets 11/7 9-5pm and 2 hrs on either 11/21 from 2:30 -4:30pm or 11/21 from 6:30-8:30pm Saturday You’re already playing the LEAD role in your own life, and wouldn’t it be fun to play it just a bit more in line with who you REALLY are? This workshop allows you to tap into your core essence, align with your deepest values and begin expressing yourself more comfortably, creatively, and consciously. Clarifying our intention helps us to create new scripts, try on new roles, and enjoy truly being ourselves in a safe and playful environment where we begin to develop new resources (often very simple) to allow us to respond in creative new ways rather than from habitual patterns. Start having more fun successfully playing the leading role in your life! LIMIT 25

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BA SANTA MARIA COURSES CFS-300 SM Section 1 3 Unit(s) Current Issues in Child, Family & Society Santa Maria Campus Friday 6:00 PM - 8:50 PM

Susan Lang

This course will focus on current issues in early childhood education. Early childhood education is a dynamic field with important implications for society. In this course, students will explore contemporary issues related to young children in various family structures and programs and ways to meet their needs in a fast-changing world. The course will provide an overview of the expanded body of knowledge related to childhood, families, and social impacts on the education of our youngest learners. The ways in which research has influenced social policy and the practices of early childhood education will also be explored. The course offers a broad vision of the vital role that early childhood education has in our society. In addition, students will learn and practice effective methods of sharing information with peers and families. LIMIT 18

CFS-310A SM Section 1 3 Unit(s) CFS Practicum Dates & Time: TBA Friday -

Susan Lang

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COM-310 SM Section 1 3 Unit(s) Academic Writing Saturday 1:00 PM - 3:50 PM

June Beck

Beginning with a review of basics (grammar, outline, style, purpose, etc.) the course focuses on the development of the individual student's writing skills from writing about the self through expository and persuasive writing. Through assignments and in-class exercises, the elements of basic communication common to both academic and professional writing are examined. Revisions and development are emphasized. The class includes limited lectures and a great deal of discussion, practice and feedback in both dyadic and workshop formats. The overall goal is to improve each student's writing skills regardless of initial level of sophistication. LIMIT 15

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COM-358 SM Section 1 3 Unit(s) Group Dynamics Santa Maria Cohort Saturday 9:00 AM - 11:50 AM

Dulcie Sinn

This course examines theories and research about groups, and applications of social psychological (rather than clinical) notions of group processes. The class provides a setting in which students engage in both didactic and experiential learning about group roles, group development, and task-oriented and non-rational group dynamics. Topics include group functioning, role emergence and differentiation, leadership and authority, scapegoating, and the relationship between these and nonrational behavior. LIMIT 25

April Perryman-French LBS-302 SM Section 1 3 Unit(s) Educ Found & Acad Planning Santa Maria Saturday 9:00 AM - 11:50 AM Required prior to or during the first quarter of study. The major goal of this course is to familiarize the student with the history, philosophy, policies, and purposes of the undergraduate degree program at Antioch University Santa Barbara. It provides an orientation to Antioch's specific student-centered learning program. From a basis of their transferred units, students learn to plan and take responsibility for the completion of their degree. This course also introduces the student to the Core Purposes of a Liberal Arts Education: critical and creative thinking; diversity and global awareness; holistic personal development; competence for professional pursuits; effective communication; and the unifying principle of praxis for social justice. Special emphasis is placed on the development of college level writing skills and critical thinking. Required in first quarter. LIMIT 18