Individual Degree Concentration || Concentration in Ethics and Social Institutions (ESI) || Africana Studies || Arts (ARTS) || Humanities (HUM) || International Studies (INTS) || Master of Liberal Arts (MLA) || Multimedia Arts and Sciences (MMAS) || Religious Studies (RELS) || Women's Studies (WMST) || UNCA Catalog: Courses of Instruction
UNCA Catalog: Table of Contents

Interdisciplinary Studies (IST)

Professor Malicote (Director)

Through UNCA's interdisciplinary programs and courses, students are able to study topics that transcend traditional disciplines. These programs and courses formally recognize the importance of incorporating different disciplinary approaches and contributions in order to understand the challenging questions people face today. Interdisciplinary courses offer students the opportunity to develop the ability to synthesize and integrate ideas, perspectives and theories related to these questions. This encourages students to question conventional explanations and to search out and make explicit the assumptions of disciplinary theories.

Most interdisciplinary courses at UNCA are structured around formal programs of study. These include Africana Studies, Arts Courses, Humanities, International Studies, Multimedia Arts and Sciences, Religious Studies, Women's Studies and UNCA's single graduate program leading to the Master of Liberal Arts. Each of these programs and its requirements are listed on the following pages.

Major concentration options for the Bachelor of Arts degree are available in Interdisciplinary Studies in the Individual Degree Concentration and the Concentration in Ethics and Social Institutions. IST major programs for the B.A. require an introductory course or courses, a capstone experience, and provisions to satisfy major and oral competency. They incorporate at least 36 credit hours from at least three different departments with no more than one-half of the required credit hours coming from any one department. At least 21 of the required hours must be at the 300-level or above, and at least two-thirds of the major must be taken while at UNCA. If a student is seeking a double major, no more than 6 hours of courses can be used for both majors. None of the hours used to fulfill requirements for a declared minor may be used for the Interdisciplinary Studies major.

In selected cases, specific interdisciplinary courses have been created which are not part of a formal program or major. These courses are generally considered electives. However, students must receive approval from their program or major advisor, as well as their department chair and/or program director in order to receive major or minor credit.

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. Fall.

263 African American Colloquium (3)

Investigates historical and contemporary paradigms for academic success for black students. The course focuses on a single topic examined from several academic viewpoints. It challenges students to think critically and creatively about what academic study in a liberal arts environment offers to people of African descent and people of color. It involves a blend of curricular, co-curricular and service-learning activities. Prerequisite: permission of coordinator. Fall.

283 Mediation (3)

This course unifies theoretical models of facilitative conflict resolution with practical and ethical considerations of undertaking the role of neutral third party. Psychological, sociological and cultural aspects of peaceful conflict resolution are examined. Historical and current usage of mediation in a variety of settings are investigated. Power, gender and class issues are explored. See the Mediation Center and Counseling Center for course schedules.

311 Seminar on Race and Diversity in Institutional Settings (1)

A community-based seminar on the issues of race and diversity in various institutional contexts. Topics such as racial attitudes and perceptions, race and institutional structures, organizational support systems for minorities, and diversity programs will be studied. Grading is S/U. May be repeated once for credit. See program director.

321 Peer Facilitation of Community Interracial Dialogue (1)

This course offers training in and the experience of facilitating community dialogue on the issues of race and diversity in various institutional contexts. Student facilitators will assist IST 311 seminar participants in exploring the problems and themes presented in the course. Prerequisites: IST 311 and permission of instructor. Grading is S/U. May be repeated once for credit. See department chair.

171-4, 271-4, 371-4, 471-4 Interdisciplinary Special Topics (1-4)

Courses which 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 program director.

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Interdisciplinary Studies: Individual Degree Concentration

Students have an opportunity to pursue individual degree concentrations for the Bachelor of Arts that combine features of more than one discipline and are outside the normal list of major programs. A student interested in pursuing an individual degree develops a proposed course of study with his or her faculty advisor. The proposal for an individual degree must be submitted before the student completes 75 hours of college work and must include the following:

1. A specific list of required courses totaling at least 36 and no more than 45 credit hours drawn from at least three different disciplines available at UNCA. No more than one-half of the required credit hours may come from any one department and at least 21 of these hours must be at the 300 level or above. At least two-thirds of the major must be taken while a student at UNCA. Students seeking a double major cannot use more than 6 hours of courses for both majors. None of the hours used to fulfill requirements for a declared minor may be used for the Interdisciplinary Studies major.
2. A specific statement as to how major and oral competency will be demonstrated and a description of the paper or project which will serve as the capstone experience.
3. A persuasive educational rationale for the individual program which explains the reasoning behind the focus and demonstrates that the proposed course of study is in harmony with UNCA's mission.
4. A timetable for completion.
5. The student's proposal must be co-signed by faculty members from at least two of the departments involved.
6. A signed agreement from the student that he or she will submit the work required by the program's assessment plans to the IST director.

The student submits the proposal to the director of Interdisciplinary Studies who determines if the proposal warrants an IST designation. If the director approves, the proposal is submitted to the Registrar's Office where it is evaluated to determine if it meets all graduation requirements. Upon the Registrar's approval, the student formally declares a major in International Studies. No changes may be made in the proposed program without written approval of both the program director and Registrar. The title of the individual degree will be identified on the UNCA transcript and the student's course of study will be listed as Interdisciplinary Studies.

Declaration of Major in Interdisciplinary Studies: Individual Degree Concentration

Declaring an Individual Degree Concentration major in Interdisciplinary Studies requires the student to meet the requirements listed above and then complete a Declaration of Major form that must be signed by the director of Interdisciplinary Studies. Before declaring a major, a student must satisfy the LANG 102 and Library Research requirements.

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Interdisciplinary Studies: Concentration in Ethics and Social Institutions (ESI)

The concentration in Ethics and Social Institutions is designed to enable students to examine and evaluate social issues from interdisciplinary perspectives. Participating students will learn about economic, political, and cultural institutions and the relationships between them. By examining markets, governments and community organizations, students will learn about decision making processes and be able to determine their ethical implications and the outcomes of social choice.

With the guidance of the ESI coordinator, students will design an individualized course of study by drawing on many disciplines including but not limited to Economics, Philosophy, Political Science and Sociology. Thematic possibilities could include Social Ethics; Ethics, Society, and the Law; Social Decision-making; Interaction of Societies; and The Individual and Society. A list of regularly scheduled courses which fall into these thematic categories will be available from the ESI concentration coordinator. With the proper planning, students graduating with a concentration in Ethics and Social Institutions will be well prepared for careers or advanced study in law, business, or more specialized academic disciplines.

1. Required courses for the major--18 hours, including: ESI 101, 490; ECON 101 or 102; PHIL 200; POLS 220 or 281; SOC 100.
2. Required courses outside the major--21 hours. Students will design an elective program organized around a theme in Ethics and Social Institutions in consultation with the student's major advisor and approved by the ESI coordinator. No more than 9 of these credit hours may come from any one department; at least 18 of the 21 elective hours must be at the 300-level or above; and at least 26 of the total 39 hours must be taken while a student at UNCA. Students seeking a double major may count only 6 of the credit hours from the first toward an ESI concentration. None of a student's credit hours earned for a declared minor can be counted toward an ESI concentration.
3. Other concentration requirements--Senior demonstration of both major and oral competency is met by successful completion of ESI 490 with a grade of C or higher.

Declaration of Major in Interdisciplinary Studies: Concentration in Ethics and Social Institutions

Declaring a major in Interdisciplinary Studies with a concentration in Ethics and Social Institutions for a Bachelor of Arts degree requires the student to have their course of study approved by the ESI coordinator. After a copy of the program and the ESI coordinator's approval are presented to the director of Interdisciplinary Studies, the student completes a Declaration of Major Form that must be signed by the director. Before declaring a major a student must satisfy the LANG 102 and Library Research requirements.

101 Introduction to Ethics and Social Institutions (3)

Assesses the ethical implications of both the processes and the outcomes of social decision-making. Students will acquire an understanding of the structure of social institutions and the processes through which social choices are made. Central to the analysis is a study of ethics as a criterion for assessment of social decision-making with emphasis on the study of particular issues of social choice. Fall.

480 Internship in Ethics and Social Institutions (3)

Semester-long internship with a host organization in either the private or public sector. Open only to students who have declared a major in Interdisciplinary Studies with a concentration in Ethics and Social Institutions. See ESI concentration coordinator for permission.

490 Readings and Research in Ethics and Social Institutions (3)

Advanced interdisciplinary readings and research on a topic of current interest in Ethics and Social Institutions. The research project serves as the student's senior capstone experience. See program director.

171-6, 271-6, 371-6, 471-6 Special Topics in Ethics and Social Institutions

Courses 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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Interdisciplinary Studies: Africana Studies (AFST)

Lecturer Abunura (Director)

The Africana Studies minor allows students to supplement existing UNCA majors. Africana Studies courses offer an interdisciplinary exploration of the centrality of humane values expressed in the thoughts and actions of Black people throughout the world. The program's aim is to encourage freedom of thought, excellence in scholarship and creativity of expression as fuller understandings are sought regarding the roles of Black people in society and culture.

Minor in Africana Studies

21 hours distributed as follows: AFST 130, 330, 430; and 12 hours selected from the list of elective courses below. Special topics courses may count as electives in the minor with the approval of the Africana Studies Director. Courses must be taken from at least two different academic departments.

130 Introduction to Africana Studies (3)

A survey of the disciplines that constitute Africana Studies. Students are introduced to the methodologies and basic contents of the fields that have shaped past and current understandings of Black people. Spring.

330 Field Practicum (3)

A semesterlong project with participating public agencies or community service organizations. Background readings, practical experience and field observations and written reports are facets of this course. Students are expected to present reports at the end of the course. Prerequisite: AFST 130. See program director.

430 Senior Seminar in Africana Studies (3)

Advanced readings in Africana Studies focusing on topics of pertinent interests. Interdisciplinary attention is given to current writings in the field. Prerequisite: Completion of 12 hours in Africana Studies. See program director.

499 Undergraduate Research in Africana Studies (1-6)

Independent research under the supervision of a faculty mentor. Can be repeated for a total of 6 hours credit. An IP grade may be awarded at discretion of instructor. See program director.

171-3, 271-3, 371-3, 471-3 Special Topics in Africana Studies (1-3)

Courses not otherwise included in the catalog but for which there will be special needs. May be repeated for credit as subject matter changes. See program director.

Africana Studies Electives

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Interdisciplinary Studies: Arts (ARTS)

Assistant Professor Costello (Director)

Participating Faculty: Cooke, Wolfe (Art); Trautman (Foreign Languages); Schrader (Health and Fitness); Horvitz (Literature and Language); Diefenbach (Mass Communication); McKnight, Weinberg (Music); Peterson (Sociology)

The interdisciplinary Arts program is designed to introduce the student to a variety of artistic areas and enrich the liberal arts experience. Drawing upon the expertise of faculty from various academic departments, the program furthers the interdisciplinary aspects of the University through the study of the creative process in a number of artistic disciplines.

310 Arts and Ideas (3)

Arts and Ideas is an interdisciplinary course that introduces the student to the creative process using a number of artistic disciplines including dance, drama, film and video, music, poetry and the visual arts. This survey class includes reading of essays, attendance at outside performances and events, lectures, classroom presentations and performances, informal discussion and the development of the written response. Prerequisite: 60 earned hours (junior standing). Spring.

311 Visual Arts Studio (1)

An introduction to visual aesthetics, based primarily on observation of nature as a basis for studio projects.

312 Workshop in Drama (1)

A practical exploration of one or more of the arts and theatre techniques; emphasis may vary.

313 Workshop in Music (1)

A hands-on experience in music for the non-major. Emphasis will be on the shaping of sound into music. Music reading ability is not required for this course.

314 Creative Writing (1)

An opportunity to explore imaginative expression in poetry and prose. Workshop format.

315 Workshop in Dance (DAN 315) (1)

An introduction to movement as an expressive medium. Classes will include guided exploration of the elements, strategies and techniques used in creating dance as a fine art. Fall and Spring.

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Interdisciplinary Studies: Humanities (HUM)

Professor Spellman (Director)

Participating Faculty: Stuart (Biology); James (Chemistry); Jones, Mills, Dvorsky-Rohner (Classics); Kundert-Gibbs, Sweeney (Drama); Konz, Larson (Economics); Cole, McGlinn, Sidelnick (Education); Eggers, Reynolds (Environmental Studies); Gant, McDonald, Snyder-Hook, Weldon (Foreign Languages); Schrader (Health and Fitness); Frazier, Hardy, Judson, Pierce, Ready, Rizzo, Spellman, Uldricks (History); Campbell, Derballa, Green, McClain, McNerney, Peters (Humanities); Alm, Ashburn, Caulfield, Downes, Gillum, Ho, Hood, Hopes, Katz, Moseley, Rackham, Sawin, Yeager (Literature); Lisnerski, Nelms, Patrick, Yearout (Management); West (Mass Communication); Dohse, Piefer, D. Sulock (Mathematics); McKnight (Music); Burchard, Butler, Davis, Grams, Wilson (Philosophy); Beck, Ruiz (Physics); Abunura, Cornett, Gibney, D.B. Mullen, D.J. Mullen, Sabo (Political Science); Combs, Harvey (Psychology); Frank, Lee, Omer (Sociology)

The interdisciplinary Humanities Program is concerned with the wide range of human ideas, values and institutions. The courses examine what we have achieved in our several thousand years of recorded history, what we have desired, what we have believed, and how these concerns and passions influence today. Humanities seeks further to aid us to make educated and ethical decisions. The Humanities Program draws together faculty and subject matter from all of the liberal artsespecially history, literature and philosophy but also religion, natural science, social science and fine arts.

All Humanities classes involve close reading of primary sources and literary works, informal discussion and gradual refinement of the student's capacity for written and oral response. Honors sections are available to students who seek greater depth and challenge.

Minor in Humanities

Twenty hours of courses in the Humanities, including HUM 324 and 414; 12 additional hours; excluding courses in the major or General Education requirements. These 12 hours must be chosen from more than one department; must include at least three hours at the 300-400 level; must pursue a coherent theme or reflect a specific area of interest; and must be approved by the program director. Humanities Special Topics courses may be included.

124 The Ancient World (4)

Introduction to the Humanities sequence; from the ancient civilizations of the Near East, India and China to the disintegration of the Western Roman Empire, emphasizing Greece and Rome, and the origins of the Judaic and Christian traditions. Prerequisite: LANG 101. Spring. (A small number of sections offered in Fall.)

214 The Medieval and Renaissance World (4)

A study of European culture from the fall of Rome to the 17th century. Attention is paid to parallel developments in Africa, Asia and Latin America. Prerequisites: HUM 124; LANG 101, 102; LR 101 or 102. Fall. (A small number of sections offered in Spring.)

324 The Modern World: Mid-17th to Mid-20th Century (4)

Ideas and values from the scientific revolution of the 17th century to the Second World War, emphasizing the various revolutions (scientific, political, economic, social) and their impact on philosophy, religion, literature and the arts. Prerequisites: HUM 124, 214; LANG 101, 102; LR 101, 102. Spring. (A small number of sections offered in Fall.)

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. Prerequisites: 75 credit hours and HUM 124, 214, 324; LANG 102. Fall. (A small number of sections offered in Spring.)

499 Undergraduate Research in Humanities (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.

171-6, 271-6, 371-6, 471-6 Special Topics in Humanities (1-6)

Courses 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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Interdisciplinary Studies: International Studies (INTS)

Minor in International Studies

The university offers a minor in International Studies, allowing undergraduate students to pursue an interdisciplinary and comparative study of cultural diversity in the world today. The purpose of the International Studies minor is to provide students with a greater knowledge and appreciation of the diverse cultural, economic and political systems in the global community. It is designed to enhance and enrich a major in any department or program offered at UNCA by emphasizing a global perspective.

Students majoring in any discipline may choose the minor in International Studies with the consent of the Director of International Studies. Students pursuing the minor may select from a variety of courses and disciplines, including modern foreign languages, humanities, the arts, and the natural and social sciences. Individual programs of study require coordinated planning between each student's academic advisor and the director.

The program may be of particular value to those with career objectives in any number of fields, including government, business, environmental studies, law, journalism and teaching. It also serves those interested in inter-governmental agencies and non-governmental organizations, such as the United Nations, and private religious and humanitarian service organizations.

Students participating in UNCA-approved study abroad programs may apply their overseas study credits to the minor or, where appropriate, to their major. The study abroad program must be incorporated into the approved study plan prior to the student's participation.

Choosing an Area of Concentration

Students choosing to minor in International Studies determine a concentration perspective through consultations with their department advisor and the Director of International Studies. The selected concentration provides a theme around which a program that best suits the student's intellectual and career objectives is developed. A study-abroad experience is recommended, but not required, for the minor.

Requirements

Students seeking a minor in International Studies must take 21 semester hours which satisfy the requirements outlined below. Students satisfactorily completing the program will have an appropriate notation added to their transcript. Students will have satisfactorily completed the minor if a minimum cumulative 2.0 grade-point average is maintained in the International Studies courses listed in their program.

Specific requirements for the International Studies minor include the following:

1. Six of the required 21 hours must come from modern foreign language study beyond the 100 level.
2. Courses must be taken from at least four disciplines, as approved by the program director, and include an introductory course and a capstone course. The introductory course requirement for the international studies minor may be met by ANTH 215, HIST 152 or POLS 180. The senior capstone requirement for the international studies minor can be met by either INTS 400 or a 400-level special topics course approved by the program director. Nine of the required hours must be taken at the 300 level or higher. No more than 6 hours from the student's major may be applied toward the completion of the requirements for an International Studies minor.
3. Courses included in a student's program must include significant international content relating to the modern era. The Director of International Studies, in consultation with the student's academic advisor, will determine suitable courses.

400 Senior Seminar in International Studies (3)

Students design and carry out individual research projects with an interdisciplinary international theme, utilizing foreign language written sources and/or interviews, and present their research orally and in writing. Prerequisite: ANTH 215, HIST 152 or POLS 180. See program director.

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 program director.

171-6, 271-6, 371-6, 471-6 Special Topics in International Studies (1-6)

Courses 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 program director.

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Interdisciplinary Studies: Master of Liberal Arts (MLA)

Professor Uldricks (Director)

The Master of Liberal Arts degree (MLA) is a broadly interdisciplinary, part-time program designed for a wide spectrum of adults. It provides a challenging, structured liberal arts curriculum at the graduate level.

The objectives of the MLA Program are to cultivate appreciation of the dimensions of the human spirit and condition; sensitivity to problems concerning values; ability in critical analysis; appreciation of the interrelationships among disciplines as they relate to our humanity; and greater awareness of the importance of viewing contemporary problems from a variety of perspectives. The program is not specifically intended to train students for a particular vocation, to provide accreditation for a profession or to prepare students for further graduate study.

The Master of Liberal Arts degree is designed around the theme "The Human Condition." The program explores human nature, human values and the quality of human life. The theme integrates studies ranging from the humanities and the arts to the natural and social sciences.

UNCA is a member of the Association of Graduate Liberal Studies Programs. The university welcomes applications for admission into the Master of Liberal Arts Program from all persons interested in a rigorous program of post-baccalaureate education in the liberal arts. The requirements and procedures are explained below. Those interested may inquire by mail, telephone or in person to the Master of Liberal Arts Program Director, University of North Carolina at Asheville, Asheville, NC 28804-8509; telephone 828/251-6227.

Application Procedures

Admission to the University of North Carolina at Asheville Master of Liberal Arts Program is based upon the applicant's possession of a baccalaureate degree, or its equivalent, in any field, and demonstrated interest in pursuing advanced study in the liberal arts.

All applicants for admission as MLA degree candidates must submit:

1. A completed MLA application form;
2. An application fee of $25. This is a non-refundable processing charge and does not apply to any other university fee;
3. Official transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate work previously undertaken;
4. Three letters of recommendation;
5. A statement of purpose for seeking a Master of Liberal Arts degree. This brief autobiographical essay should describe the applicant's pertinent personal and professional experience and education, as well as his or her interests and goals in pursuing the MLA degree.

In addition to these requirements, each applicant will also be interviewed on campus by members of the Graduate Council. Candidates for admission may submit their scores from the Graduate Record Examination, or other standardized tests, but that is not required.

All applicants will be informed by the program director of their admission status as soon as possible after all of their credentials have been reviewed. The notice of admission may include mention of any academic condition under which a student is offered admission. Unless otherwise indicated, failure to meet those conditions will result in the student's dismissal.

Degree Requirements

Each student will complete 36 semester hours of MLA course work with a minimum grade-point average of 3.0. At least 30 of these credits must be taken at UNCA. Courses offered through the Asheville Graduate Center may be taken as MLA electives with the prior approval of the Graduate Council.

1. Required courses--MLA 500*, 520, 540, 560, 600 and 670.
2. Electives--Four to five courses selected from graduate-level liberal studies electives and tutorials.
3. Thesis or Project--Students must complete either MLA 690 (Master's Thesis) for six credits, or MLA 680 (Master's Project) for three credits.
4. Transfer credit--Students may transfer up to six semester hours from other accredited graduate programs, provided that the work is relevant to the MLA program. The Graduate Council will review requests for transfer credit to determine the relevance of the previous course work. Only graduate courses in which the student has earned a grade of B or higher can be considered for the transfer credit.
5. Student must be enrolled for credit during semester in which last degree requirement is completed.

*To be taken at the first opportunity.

Advising and Thesis/Project Committee

Each student will consult with the program director for orientation and advising before beginning graduate course work. Students are expected to maintain contact with a designated graduate advisor to insure progress through the program. A Thesis/Project Committee, composed of the thesis director, the graduate advisor and one or more additional faculty members selected by the student and approved by the Graduate Council will supervise the final thesis or project. The thesis or project topic must be approved by the Graduate Council and any subsequent changes must be sanctioned by the program director. The student will present the thesis or project for approval by the Thesis/Project Committee and by the Graduate Council.

Progress

It is expected that a student will need no more than 10 years to complete the MLA degree. Permission of the Graduate Council is necessary in order to remain a candidate for the degree beyond this time limit. Students must complete at least one MLA course per year and maintain regular contact with their assigned graduate advisors in order to remain candidates for the degree.

Withdrawal

A student may withdraw officially from the program at any time, following consultation with his or her graduate advisor. If a student has not been in attendance for one full calendar year, he or she will be dismissed automatically from the program. Reinstatement requires permission of the Graduate Council.

Graduate Special Students

Persons with a baccalaureate degree who wish to take graduate courses, but have no clear intention of obtaining a degree, may be admitted to the university as Graduate Special Students. At the discretion of the program director, graduate special students may take up to six credit hours of graduate courses each semester for credit. The usual program admissions requirements are waived for students in this classification and no application processing fee is required. Admission as a Graduate Special Student does not of itself constitute regular admission to the MLA Program.

500 Human Condition (3)

Explores the historical evolution of concepts central to the development of civilization and of the human personality, including freedom and authority, aesthetic sensibility, a sense of self and of social relationships, and mastery over the physical environment. (Required of all MLA students; to be taken at the first opportunity.)

520 Seminar on the Human Experience (3)

Interdisciplinary seminars on questions of human nature and human values raised in the humanities, but drawing on insights from the natural and social sciences as well. Topics vary. (Required of all MLA students.)

540 Seminar on the Individual and Society (3)

Interdisciplinary seminars on questions of human nature and human values raised in the social sciences, but drawing on insights from the humanities and natural sciences as well. Topics vary. (Required of all MLA students.)

560 Seminar on Science and Human Values (3)

Interdisciplinary seminars on questions of human nature and human values raised by the natural sciences, but drawing on insights from the humanities and social sciences as well. Topics vary. (Required of all MLA students.)

600 Contemporary Issues (3)

The different perspectives developed through each student's program will be brought to bear on assessing the human condition in contemporary America. Such issues as the impact of science and technology, professional ethics, the environment, changing values, and international interdependence will be discussed. (Required of all MLA students.) Prerequisite: 18 hours of MLA course work.

610 Tutorial (1-3)

Individual study under the supervision of a faculty member. Topics chosen in consultation between student and faculty member. May be repeated for credit with permission of program director.

620 Special Topics in the Human Experience (3)

Philosophical, historical, literary and artistic perspectives on human nature and human values. Topics vary. May be repeated for credit with permission of program director.

640 Special Topics in the Individual and Society (3)

Exploring human nature and values through the social sciences. Topics vary. May be repeated for credit with permission of program director.

660 Special Topics in Science and Human Values (3)

Exploring human nature and values through the natural sciences. Topics vary. May be repeated for credit with permission of program director.

670 The Nature of Scholarly Inquiry (3)

This colloquium provides a forum for students to develop their individual scholarly interests into an MLA project or thesis topic. Includes survey of techniques of inquiry in the arts, humanities, social sciences and natural sciences, as well as practical issues from finding a topic to final presentation. Prerequisite: 21 hours in MLA program. Must be taken prior to or simultaneously with MLA 680 or 690. (Grading S/U.)

680 Master's Project (1-3)

A scholarly research project, an original interpretive essay or a creative project in the arts or literature. Project to be chosen in consultation with the faculty member who will serve as its supervisor and approved by the Graduate Council. Either 3 credits of MLA 680 or 6 credits of MLA 690 are required of all MLA candidates. (Grading S/U/IP.)*

681 Project Extension (1)

Required each semester of students who have not completed their project and are using university resources, but who have already registered for 3 credits of MLA 680. Does not count toward the 36 hours required for the degree. May be repeated as necessary. (Grading S/U.)

690 Master's Thesis (1-6)

A substantial research project and resulting original thesis, with topic chosen in consultation with the faculty member who will serve as the thesis director and approved by the Graduate Council. Thesis must be publicly defended by the candidate and accepted by the Thesis Committee and Graduate Council. Either 3 credits of MLA 680 or 6 credits of MLA 690 are required of all MLA candidates. (Grading S/U/IP.)*

691 Thesis Extension (1)

Required each semester of students who have not completed their thesis and are using university resources, but who have already registered for 6 credits of MLA 690. Does not count toward the 36 hourse required for the degree. May be repeated as necessary. (Grading S/U.)

*Students who receive an IP grade for MLA 680 or MLA 690 will have four (4) additional semesters to complete their project or thesis.

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Interdisciplinary Studies: Multimedia Arts and Sciences (MMAS)

Participating Faculty: Tynes (Art), Brock (Computer Science), Bowen (Drama), West (Mass Communication), W. Kirby (Music), LaFratta (Multimedia Arts and Sciences)

The Multimedia Arts and Sciences program stresses the importance of creative and critical thought in presenting original ideas using computer manipulation. The major provides a process designed to let students explore and combine multiple visual and aural environments in order to attain specific interactive and creative objectives. Students will have opportunities to hone their computer skills and apply theory learned in the classroom, ultimately creating production-quality presentations using a variety of media and computer applications. The program objectives are:

1. To teach students the technical considerations and skills involved in the computer-based manipulation of image and sound.
2. To prepare students to make aesthetic choices in computer-based manipulations of image and sounds.
3. To involve students in a collaborative creative and technical process that will lead to careers in industry, the arts and education.
4. To link students' understanding of the applied areas to an awareness of interdisciplinary needs of industry, the arts and education.
5. To help students understand the moral, ethical, historical and theoretical dimensions of creative decision-making across disciplines.

Major in Multimedia Arts and Sciences

1. Required courses for the major--38 hours, with at least 14 hours at the 300-400 level, including: ART 100; CSCI 201; MMAS 107, 121, 151, 221, 321, 439, 440, 490; and 12 hours from the units below with a minimum of 3 hours from subhead a below, 3 hours from subhead b below, and 6 hours from one of the options in subhead c below.
   1. Aesthetics and Social Awareness Unit: DRAM 123; MCOM 380, 490; PHIL 310.
   2. Foundations Unit: ART 101; MCOM 341; MMAS 348; MUSC 131.
   3. Specialty Unit: Choose Option 1, 2, 3 or 4:

      Option (1):	Music: MUSC 384, 385, 386, 387 (requires MUSC 131 and PHYS 102).
      Option (2):	Mass Communication/Video: MCOM 205; and either MCOM 382 or 435.
      Option (3):	Computer Animation: MMAS 310; and either CSCI 346 or MMAS 410.
      Option (4):	Interactive Design: MMAS 320, 420.

2. Required courses outside the major--7 hours: MATH 163 or higher; one of the following: PHYS 101, 102; DRAM 334, 437.
3. Other program requirements--Oral competency is satisfied in MMAS 221 by delivery of a formal presentation judged satisfactory by the program faculty. The senior demonstration of competency is satisfied by completion of MMAS 490 with a grade of C or better.

Declaration of Major in Multimedia Arts and Sciences

Declaring a major in Multimedia Arts and Sciences requires the student to complete a Declaration of Major Form that must be signed by the program director. Before declaring the major, a student must have completed both the LANG 102 and Library Research requirements, in addition to MMAS 107.

Minor in Multimedia Arts and Sciences

The minor in Multimedia Arts and Sciences involves the integration of work in Art, Music, Physics, Computer Science and Mass Communication. The minor enables students from a variety of majors to:

1. Learn the technical considerations involved with the computer-based manipulation of image and sound.
2. Make aesthetic choices about the manipulation of sound and image.
3. Understand the connections among the various fields of study involved in image and sound production.

Students interested in the Multimedia Arts and Sciences minor should consult any of the program faculty listed above.

Requirements for the Minor

Students must take 24 hours for the minor. The 12 required credits are: CSCI 201; PHYS 101 or 102; two courses from ART 100; MCOM 380; or MUSC 131. Twelve hours of minor electives are required, selected from the following: ART 100; CSCI 255, 346, 361, 363; MCOM 205, 303, 305, 307, 380, 435; MGMT 384; MUSC 131, 335, 384, 385, 386, 387; PHIL 310; PHYS 101, 102; or MMAS Special Topics. Elective choices must represent at least two academic departments, and may not be courses from the student's major department.

107 Introduction to Computers and Multimedia (CSCI 107) (3)

A survey of computer hardware and software, networking and the Internet, the convergence of personal computers and consumer electronics, digital representation of sound and images, multimedia presentations and authoring. Includes formal labs to develop skills in useful computer applications such as spreadsheets, databases, Internet browsers and multimedia design tools. Fall and Spring.

121 Networking and Hypertext Design (CSCI 121) (3)

Design and development of networked and/or hypertext interactive documents. Digital representation of images and sound for computer documents. Examines research and design methods, as well as how to utilize the media as a means of communicating original and unique ideas and visions. Corequisite: MMAS 107. Fall and Spring.

151 Digits in Motion (MCOM 151) (3)

Artistic and technical skills of 2-D and 3-D animation, video editing (post-production) and compositing, sound processing and sound effects. Research methods and critical skills. Corequisites: MMAS 107, 121; or permission of instructor. Fall and Spring.

221 Multimedia in Practice I (3)

Skills of collaborative work and design of large-scale projects. Further refinement of technical, aesthetic and critical thinking skills developed in MMAS 121 and 151, in addition to other course work being taken. Prerequisites: MMAS 121, 151. Fall and Spring.

310 Intermediate Computer Animation (CSCI 310) (3)

Intermediate technical, artistic and critical skills required to create convincing 2-D and 3-D animation within the computer. Extensive training with high-end animation. Compositing and video output packages will allow for the combination of live-action shots with computer-generated animation. Prerequisites: ART 101 or CSCI 201; MMAS 151, 221; or permission of instructor. Fall.

320 Intermediate Interactive Design (3)

Intermediate technical, artistic and critical skills involved in creation of cutting-edge interactive design. Via in-depth theory and practical application of technology, psychology and layout, students will create compelling interactive products. Prerequisites: ART 101 or MCOM 341; MMAS 121, 221. Spring.

321 Multimedia in Practice II (3)

Skills of advanced collaborative work and design of real-world projects with external clients. Further refinement of technical, aesthetic and critical thinking skills developed in MMAS 221 and other course work. Prerequisite: MMAS 221. Fall.

340 Internship (3)

Supervised work in a community setting. Students will receive hands-on training in the creation of multimedia projects in an applied setting. Prerequisite: MMAS 221; or permission of instructor. See program director.

348 Graphical User Interfaces (CSCI 348) (3)

A study of the design and development of graphical user interfaces for computer applications. Window layout, menuing systems, interface standards, event-driven and object-oriented programming techniques. Prerequisite: CSCI 202; or permission of instructor. See program director.

410 Advanced Animation Techniques (CSCI 410) (3)

Advanced techniques utilized to create challenging and compelling computer animation, including character animation. Students will use research, material or concepts from other university courses to present idea-driven work that expresses their perspective on a humanistic topic of their choosing. Prerequisite: MMAS 310. See program director.

420 Advanced Interactive Design (3)

Advanced techniques for designing and scripting complex interactive media, including database front ends. Prerequisite: MMAS 320. See program director.

439 Senior Capstone Project I (1)

Part one of a two-part capstone project for seniors. Students will work either collaboratively (strongly encouraged) or independently on a long-term, large-scale project which both hones their specialized skills and challenges them to push the boundaries of their knowledge. Students will discuss both from where the projects arise (the social, cultural, scientific and aesthetic environment) and their effects. Prerequisite: MMAS 321. Fall.

440 Senior Capstone Project II (1)

Continuation of the capstone projects established in part one. Prerequisite: MMAS 439. Spring.

490 Proseminar and Portfolio (3)

Students will construct a portfolio of completed projects for use in the work or graduate school environment. Students will study the effects of this convergent media upon culture, the arts and the evolution of ideas, and examine where multimedia has been and will likely go. Students will consider the impact of new media from multiple viewpoints. Prerequisite: MMAS 321; or permission of instructor. Fall.

499 Undergraduate Research in Multimedia Arts and Sciences (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.

171-3, 271-3, 371-3, 471-3 Special Topics in Multimedia Arts and Sciences (1-3)

Courses not otherwise included in the catalog but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as subject matter changes. See program director.

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Interdisciplinary Studies: Religious Studies (RELS)

Associate Professor Grams (Director)

The Philosophy Department, in conjunction with other programs in the university, offers a minor in Religious Studies to help students understand religion and world religious traditions. The minor will enable students to explore religion in an intellectual, disciplined and methodologically objective way.

18 hours distributed as follows: PHIL 213 (Human Religious Experience), PHIL 303 (Philosophy of Religion) and 12 hours selected from the list below. Courses must come from at least two other departments besides Philosophy. Nine hours or more must be at the 300-400 level. Philosophy majors cannot include PHIL 200 or 250 within the 18 hours required for this minor. Additional courses, including special topics courses, may be approved by the director of the program for the minor, when the subject is relevant to religious studies.

499 Undergraduate Research in Religious Studies (1-6)

Independent research under the supervision of a faculty mentor. An IP grade may be awarded at discretion of instructor. Can be repeated for a total of 6 hours credit. See program director.

171-3, 271-3, 371-3, 471-3 Special Topics in Religious Studies (3)

Courses not otherwise included in the catalog, but for which there will be special needs. May be repeated for credit as subject matter changes. See program director.

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Interdisciplinary Studies: Women's Studies (WMST)

Associate Professor Rizzo (Director)

Participating Faculty: Van Engelen (Chemistry); Snoyer (Drama); Nickless (Economics); J.E. McGlinn (Education); McClary (Health Promotion); Hardy, Judson, Rizzo (History); Ashburn, Downes, Ho, Horvitz, D. James, Moseley, Rackham, Sawin (Literature); Costello (Management); Mitchell (Mass Communication); Burchard (Philosophy); D. Mullen (Political Science); Himelein, Weber (Psychology); Bramlett, Ghidina, Kelley, Omer (Sociology)

The Women's Studies minor at UNCA allows students to supplement existing UNCA majors. Women's Studies courses offer an interdisciplinary exploration of the experiences of women and perspectives on women. Courses investigate the role of women in society and culture and the phenomenon of gender in psychological, biological, literary and humanistic terms.

Minor in Women's Studies

18 hours distributed as follows: WMST 100, 400; and 12 hours elected from the list below. Additional Special Topics courses may count as electives in the Women's Studies minor with approval of the Women's Studies Program Director. Women's Studies electives must be distributed across the offerings of at least two different academic departments.

100 Introduction to Women's Studies (3)

An interdisciplinary introduction to Women's Studies examining methodology, perspectives and writings in Women's Studies from the humanities, social sciences and sciences. Fall and Spring.

400 Senior Seminar in Women's Studies (3)

Advanced readings in Women's Studies focusing on topics of current interest and debate. Readings will emphasize the interdisciplinary nature of Women's Studies. Prerequisite: completion of 12 hours in Women's Studies. Spring.

499 Undergraduate Research in Women's 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 program director.

171-3, 271-3, 371-3, 471-3 Special Topics in Women's Studies (1-3)

Courses not otherwise included in the catalog but for which there may be special needs. May be repeated for credit as subject matter changes. See program director.

Women's Studies Electives

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