UNC Asheville Courses at the YMI Cultural Center

SPRING 2010

Tuesdays: January 19 - May 11 • 5–7:30 p.m.

Science and Technology for Global Citizens • MLA 540

Larry Wilson Ph.D., Adjunct Professor, Masters of Liberal Arts Program

  This interdisciplinary course will be taught by Dr. Larry Wilson, former Vice-Chancellor for Academic Affairs at UNC Asheville, and former Provost at Zayed University in the U.A.E. Over the last few centuries science and technology increasingly have had
a major influence in the determining the quality of life in all corners of the world and, consequently, impact our global societies at many levels. In order to participate knowledgeably in decision-making, global citizens in the 21st Century should have an understanding of some of the fundamental principles and practices in the scientific and technological world and how their applications affect the world in which we live. This course is designed for those who want to understand the role and impact of science and technology upon their lives and futures. The subject matter will be studied from an interdisciplinary approach and will include discussion of and readings on topics such as Evolution of the Universe, Energy and Matter, Weapons of Mass Destruction and Terrorism, Global Climate Change, Bio-engineering and Technology, Promise of New Technologies, and Sustainability and Limits. Where appropriate material
relating to other countries will be included.

Since science and technology are not restricted by the boundaries of normal academic disciplines, this course will be interdisciplinary in nature and will not assume any particular background in science, technology or mathematics. The course is open to all graduate-level students (either matriculated MLA students, or students admitted as "Graduate Specials”.)
Tuition: $452.82 + $50 Application fee for new “Graduate Special” students. .[3 credit hours]

Cultures of Childrearing • ANTH 373

Molly Rouse, MA, Adjunct, UNC Asheville Department of Sociology

This course, at the intersection of biological and cultural anthropology, examines the cultural practices surrounding childrearing. Because our children have such a long period of dependency, human parents have much to do, but there are many ways to do it. Using ethnographies, case studies, and fieldwork, this course focuses on different ways that cultures approach raising children.
Tuition: $267.30 + $20 App fee. [3 credit hours]

Community Approaches to Achieving Racial & Ethnic
Health Equity • HWP 373

Jeff Bachar, MPH, Adjunct, UNC Asheville Department of Health & Wellness

In 1970, people in racial and ethnic minority groups accounted for 16% of the U.S. population. By 2050, racial and ethnic minorities will account for nearly half of the U.S. population. Racial and ethnic minorities bear a greater proportion of poor health as compared to the general population of the United States. Interventions to eliminate health inequalities are essential. This course will strengthen students’ knowledge of the history and causes of health disparities and inequalities in the United States and will provide a theoretical grounding that will be applied in the study of practical solutions to eliminate health disparities. The intent is to enable class participants to apply lessons learned to health issues in their communities.
Tuition: $267.30 + $20 App fee. [3 credit hours]