LBST 1101. The Arts and Society: Dance. (3)
An introduction
to dance in the context of the arts and society. Exploration of
the similarities among selected folk and ethnic dance traditions
from around the world in terms of functionality; how 20th
century American concert dance, social dance, and popular
entertainment dance reflect those traditions; socio-political
issues evidenced in choreography through lectures, discussion,
film video, and live dance performance. (Fall, Spring)
LBST 1102. The Arts and Society: Film. (3)
An introduction
to the art of film in the context of the arts and society.
Analysis of the elements of narrative and documentary film,
including works made for television. Examines the role of
Hollywood, international, and independent cinema (including
television) in reflecting, shaping, and critiquing society.
(Fall, Spring, Summer)
LBST 1103. The
Arts and Society: Music. (3)
This course is an introduction to music in the context of the
arts and society. Students will survey the position of music in
selected cultures from around the world. Emphasis will be placed
on music in the United States and Europe. Students will
experience a wide range of ideas and styles and move toward
thoughtful, critical, and creative listening. Through this
course students will gain a deeper understanding of the place of
music in reflecting, shaping and critiquing society. (Fall,
Spring, Summer) (Evenings)
LBST 1104. The Arts and Society: Theater. (3)
An introduction
to theater in the context of the arts and society. Analysis of
the elements that make up theatrical events. The place of
theater in reflecting, shaping, and critiquing society.
(Fall, Spring)
LBST 1105. The Arts and Society: Visual Arts. (3)
An introduction
to the visual arts in the context of the arts and society. The
analysis of visual culture in a variety of media and genres in
different historical periods and geographic locations. The
function, meaning, and politics of individual works of art and
art movements. Also addresses the role of art as a site for the
articulation of value systems, including gender, class, and
race. (Fall, Spring, Summer)
LBST 2101. Western Cultural and Historical Awareness.
(3)
All sections of this course explore a major aspect of Western
culture. Particular attention is given to an examination of the
constructed nature of the present through a close examination of
the past and the ways that selected institutions, ideas, or
practices change over time and spread in human society,
producing both continuity and novelty. (Fall, Spring, Summer)
(Evenings)
LBST 2102. Global and Intercultural Connections. (3)
All sections of this course examine two or more cultures in
their own contexts and in the contexts of the global conditions
and influences that impact all major world cultures today.
Particular attention is given to an analysis of the complex
nature of globalization and to a consideration of both its
positive and negative impacts. (Fall, Spring, Summer)
(Evenings)
LBST 2211. Ethical Issues in Personal, Professional, and Public Life. (3)
An analysis of the conceptual tools needed to make informed,
responsible judgments based on the ability to think critically
and knowledgeably about issues of personal, professional, and
public ethics and morality. The study of a variety of ethical
views and ethical issues. (Fall, Spring, Summer) (Evenings)
LBST 2212. Literature and Culture. (3)
This course examines the connections
between literature and culture. Students are offered the
opportunity to examine the roles that literature plays in
reflecting, shaping, and challenging cultures.
(Fall, Spring,
Summer) (Evenings)
LBST 2213.
Science, Technology, and Society. (3)
The role of science and technology in society. The appreciation
and understanding of science and the public policy issues
related to science and technology. Issues such as science vs.
pseudo-science, the ethics of science and technology, the
methods of the sciences, the importance of major scientific
discoveries, and public expectations of the sciences. (Fall,
Spring)
LBST 2214. Issues of Health and Quality of Life. (3)
A study of individual and social aspects of health. Analysis of
individual health and illness behavior and theory; the social,
political, and economic contexts of health and illness; and the
broad cultural, ethical, and religious understandings of health
and illness. (Fall, Spring)
LBST 2215. Citizenship. (3) A study of the concept of citizenship as it has evolved in
different cultures with an emphasis on scholarly understandings
of the rights and responsibilities of citizenship. Includes an
examination of the ethical dimensions of citizenship in
political, social, and religious contexts. The course includes a
service component that allows students to explore the relations
of citizenship and public service. During the semester the
course meets a total of 27 hours for classroom lectures and
discussions and requires completion of 25 hours of voluntary
service in the community. (Fall, Spring)
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