Summer Session

This is an introduction to the basic accounting model and the framework for developing financial statements. The major focus is on the study of generally accepted accounting principles as they apply to the measurement of income and the presentation of a firm's financial position.

The role of accounting in the formation and capitalization of corporations is studied. Other topics include cash flow, analysis and interpretation of financial statements, and basic managerial accounting. Prerequisite(s): Grade of "C-" or better in ACCT-1310.

A studio art investigation into drawing as a tool for thinking, observing and questioning. Students will become familiar with fundamental techniques and concepts such as line, value, form and perspective. A variety of dry media and surfaces will be used. Formal and in-progress critiques will be held throughout the semester. Attending and/or participating in local art exhibitions and artist lectures is required. Various levels (1-4) of this studio art medium may meet together. The course requirements of each level are different.

This course provides clinical experience supervised by a Clinical Preceptor in an athletic training setting. Emphasis is placed on medical conditions and disabilities, pharmacology, nutritional aspects of injury and illness, and psychosocial intervention and referral. Prerequisite(s): Athletic Training 3020. (Normally offered each fall semester.)

This course provides clinical experience supervised by a Clinical Preceptor in an athletic training setting. Emphasis is placed on the use of computer software, health care administration, and professional development. Incorporated into this course will be a research project which serves as a capstone of the educational experiences at Nebraska Wesleyan University. Prerequisite(s): Athletic Training 4010. (Normally offered each spring semester.)

Designed for non-science majors, this general education course will examine the principles of biology within the context of the human experience and covers cell biology, physiology, genetics, evolution, ecology, and the interaction of humankind and the environment. Course content will be offered in a variety of formats including but not limited to: lectures in person or online; laboratory experience; group activities and discussion-based activities. Does not count toward a biology major. (Normally offered at least once per academic year.)

An introductory study of the structure, physiology, and pathogenicity of microorganisms, with an emphasis on bacteria and viruses that cause infectious diseases in humans. Three lectures per week. Does not count toward a biology major. Pre or co-requisites: BIO-1080L; CHEM-1110. (Normally offered each spring semester.)

Laboratory supporting BIO-1080. One three-hour lab per week. Corerequiste(s): BIO-1080. (Normally offered each spring semester.)

An introductory study of cellular physiology and tissues along with a comprehensive study of the integumentary skeletal, muscular, nervous systems, and special senses. Three lectures per week. Does not count toward a biology major. Pre or Corequisite(s): Biology 1090L. (Normally offered each fall semester.)

Laboratory experiments and investigative exercises supporting Biology 1090. Pre or Corequisite(s): Biology 1090.

An introductory study of the blood, cardiovascular lymphatic, respiratory, endocrine, digestive, urinary and reproductive systems in addition to metabolism, fluid and electrolyte balance and acid-base balance of the body. Three Lectures per week. Does not count toward a biology major. Prerequisite(s): Biology 1090 or permission of the instructor. Pre or Corequisite(s): Biology 1100L. (Normally offered each spring semester.)

Laboratory experiments and investigative exercises supporting Biology 1100. Pre or Corequisite(s): Biology 1100.

This course will introduce students to the power of effective project management through two primary frameworks: waterfall and agile. Students will also learn vital project-management concepts applicable to a wider range of industries and occupations. This course is an online class offered through the Lower Cost Models Consortium. The class has optional live sessions.

Students examine the role of marketing in society with an introduction to the fundamentals of strategic marketing planning and the development of the marketing mix. Topics include buyer behavior, market segmentation, distribution, pricing policies, communication strategies, and product development.

Students examine the role of marketing in society with an introduction to the fundamentals of strategic marketing planning and the development of the marketing mix. Topics include buyer behavior, market segmentation, distribution, pricing policies, communication strategies, and product development.

This course explores using social media effectively to move consumers to action. To be a successful marketer, you must be able to plan a campaign that aligns with strategic goals, execute using the appropriate channels and tactics, and measure the success or failure of your efforts. This course is an online class offered through the Lower Cost Models Consortium. The class has optional live sessions. Prerequisite(s): Grade of "C-" or better in BUSAD-2000.

Email marketing is vital to modern businesses and a primary tool in any skilled marketer's toolkit. This course will teach you to craft successful email marketing campaigns for sales, engagement, and activation. By the end of this course, you'll know how to write emails that drive customers to take desired actions and how to structure campaigns for maximum effect. You'll also build your marketing campaign. This course is an online class offered through the Lower Cost Models Consortium. The class has optional live sessions. Prerequisite(s): First-Year Writing class and a grade of "C- " or better in BUSAD-2000. BUSAD-2150 is recommended but not required.

This course will provide an introduction and overview to the managing of information systems (MIS) in today's organizations, focusing on the use of strategic information systems related to decision making processes and activities in the functional areas of organizations, including operations, management, and marketing. Prerequisite(s): BUSAD 2500 or permission of the instructor.

This course will review modern quantitative methods used in decision making. The intent is to expose the student to various modeling techniques and to apply these techniques using Excel. Topics include productivity and capacity analysis, forecasting, regression analysis, linear programming, PERT/CPM, and statistical process control. Prerequisite(s): Grades of "C-" or better in BUSAD-1200, ECON-2100, MATH-1300 or MATH-3300; and MATH-1100 or MATH-1600; or department chair permission. (Normally offered each semester.)

Students are introduced to financial management of proprietorships, partnerships, and corporations. Concepts of risk and return, time value of money, and stock and bond valuation are analyzed from a quantitative approach and applied throughout the course. Additional topics covered are the cost of capital as related to discounted cash flow, capital budgeting, and strategic financing decisions. A project consisting of several spreadsheet applications will be utilized in order to expose students to their potential for financial analysis. Topics covered include: basic financial statements, financial ratio analysis, time value of money, valuation and rates of return, the cost of capital, and capital budgeting. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing and grades of "C-" or better in ECON-1530 or ECON-1540; ACCT-1310; and a department-approved math course (MATH-1100, MATH-1400, MATH-1450, MATH-1500, or MATH-1600).

This course provides a comprehensive examination of the general principles of financial planning, professional conduct and regulation, and education planning. The course introduces students to the financial planning process and working with clients to set goals and assess risk tolerance. In addition, students will learn to process and analyze information, construct personal financial statements, develop debt management plans, recommend financing strategies, and understand the basic components of a written comprehensive financial plan. The course also covers the regulatory environment, the time value of money, and economic concepts. The course and curriculum are approved by the CFP Board of Standards. This course is an online class offered through the Lower Cost Models Consortium. Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing.

This course covers taxation for individuals, sole proprietorships, partnerships, and corporations, as well as the tax aspects of investments, insurance, annuities, and retirement planning. Students will identify the likely tax consequences of personal and business financial activities and select appropriate and lawful tax-minimizing tactics and strategies. The course and curriculum are approved by the CFP Board of Standards. This course is an online class offered through the Lower Cost Models Consortium. Prerequisite(s): Grade of "C-" or higher in BUSAD-3710.

This course investigates ethical issues and moral dilemmas found in the modern business arena. The conflict between an organization's economic performance and its social obligations are studied. Various economic theories, legal regulations and philosophic doctrines are discussed. Contemporary Western moral philosophy, historic and contemporary Christian ethics, and social theory provide a context for the course. Case studies are integrated throughout the semester. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing.

Students use multidisciplinary business skills to identify, analyze, and execute practical management solutions to the various problems and opportunities of a small business enterprise. The major projects preparation of an actual business plan. Lectures and guest speakers from the community help provide students a clearer understanding of the link between theoretical studies and the practical world of business. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing and grades of "C-" or better in ACCT-1310, BUSAD-2500 and BUSAD-2000, or a grade of "C-" or better in INNOV-2000; junior standing and instructor permission.

Students will complete an entrepreneurial practicum with a local business owner related to an area of interest of the student. This course is designed to give each student experience and insight into the processes entrepreneurs use in finding practical managerial solutions to the problems/opportunities of a business venture. Pre or corequisite(s): BUSAD 4700. (Normally offered each spring semester.)

See BUSAD-5260. Prerequisite(s): Senior standing, 3.25 or higher GPA, and permission of the MBA program director and Business, Accounting and Economics department chair.

Health Communication is the study and use of communication strategies to inform and influence individual and community decisions that enhance health. We will be exploring a wide range of messages and media in the context of health maintenance and promotion, disease prevention, treatment and advocacy. Through readings, discussion, written assignments, along with shadowing and interviewing a variety of health care professionals, you will learn theories focusing on the communication patterns and practices that shape health care in the U.S. as well as in other cultures. (Normally offered in the spring semester.)

This course offers the opportunity of intensive readings in the discipline based on student and instructor topic of interest. Prerequisite(s): Permission of the instructor.

An examination of the macroeconomic theories, problems, and policies of the U.S. economy. Topics include supply and demand, a description of the main sectors of the economy, and the role of government in stabilizing the economy with monetary and fiscal policies. (Normally offered each semester.)

An examination of the microeconomic theories, problems, and policies of the U.S. economy. Topics include the theory of the firm, market structures, and current economic issues such as income distribution, antitrust policy, poverty, the farm problem, and international trade. Prerequisite(s): Economics 1530 strongly recommended. (Normally offered each semester.)

This course helps future teachers and coaches recognize and understand biases experienced by groups and individuals due to race, ethnicity, gender, social class, religion, exceptionality, sexual orientation, and language background to help them work effectively with a diverse student or student-athlete population. This course meets the Nebraska Human Relations Training requirement for teacher certification and for the NSAA coaching certification Pre or Corequisite(s): EDUC 1010 or declared Coaching minor, or permission of instructor. (Normally offered each semester.)

See Special Education 2870.

An introduction to the writing of poetry with an emphasis upon a variety of forms and techniques. Discussion of student writing will take place in a workshop setting. Prerequisite(s): First Year Writing or permission of the instructor. (Normally offered every fall semester.)

An introduction to the writing of poetry with an emphasis upon a variety of forms and techniques. Discussion of student writing will take place in a workshop setting. Prerequisite(s): First Year Writing or permission of the instructor. (Normally offered every fall semester.)

Each course in the Topics in World Literature group will study literary works that engage the chosen topic--texts of different genres, from historical eras, and from different cultural traditions. The selected readings will present both abstract principles involved in the topic and its immediate, lived realities. Prerequisite(s): Any First Year Writing course.

Each course in the Topics in World Literature group will study literary works that engage the chosen topic--texts of different genres, from historical eras, and from different cultural traditions. The selected readings will present both abstract principles involved in the topic and its immediate, lived realities. Prerequisite(s): Any First Year Writing course.

A course that introduces modern geography and examines spatial relationships among such physical phenomena as climate, topography, soils, and vegetation. (Normally offered each fall semester.)

A course designed to help students develop a healthier lifestyle through weight training. The course includes information on proper technique and training program organization. Safety is emphasized and there are no strength standards. May be repeated for a maximum of 2 credit hours. P/F only. (Normally offered each fall semester.)

A course designed to give the students a better understanding of how the body functions. Health and wellness involves the study of factors affecting the physical, emotional and mental well-being of individuals. Health is a state of body and mind viewed within the context of the individual, community, society, and environment. This class will offer a holistic view of how ones external and internal factors affect health. (Normally offered each semester.)

A study and application of the principles and techniques involved in the advanced administration of first aid, cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and automated electronic defibrillators (AEDs). Students will earn American Red Cross certifications. (Normally offered each semester.)

A study of injuries common to athletic participants and the prevention and care of such injuries. Cross listed with AT 1300. (Normally offered each semester.)

This course is designed to introduce students to the world of allied health. The course will explore careers in the allied health fields. Additionally, students will begin to develop the personal and professional skills needed to work in these fields. (Normally offered each semester.)

This course focuses on the systematic approach to word building and term comprehension of medical terms. Includes definitions, spellings, pronunciations and common abbreviations of medical terms. (Normally offered each semester.)

A course designed to develop and expand information about the environment, the informed health consumer, healthful aging and community health. The course will acquaint students with the process of aging, consumer protection, the environment, and community from a health perspective. (Normally offered each fall semester.)

A course designed to develop and expand information about stress, mental health, and major chronic diseases. The course will present causes and warning signs of major chronic diseases and coping strategies for emotional stress. (Normally offered each spring semester.)

This course is designed to provide an extensive framework of knowledge through the introduction to pharmacologic principles. A basic knowledge of the subject of drugs, their sources, and their uses will be introduced. Medication preparation, supplies, and specific information on each route of administration are covered. Prerequisite(s): NURS/HHP-1910.

This is a course designed to provide students with the basic scientific principles of nutrition focusing on their personal choices and experiences. The student will develop a definition of nutrition, and learn how nutrition has evolved. The student will be introduced to the concepts of: essential nutrient classifications, defining and developing a healthy diet, recommendations for specific nutrients, eating disorders, energy balance and obesity, body composition, lifetime nutrition (infancy to older adults), and food/beverage choices and the influence on chronic disease and optimal wellbeing. (Normally offered each semester)

This course examines psychological theories and practices related to sport and exercise behavior. The course is designed to introduce you to the field of sport and exercise psychology by providing a broad overview of the major topics in the area. (Normally offered each semester.)

This course is designed to introduce students to clinical exercise. This course will involve the application of clinical exercise physiology to medical populations, including patients with cardiovascular disease, pulmonary disease, diabetes, cancer, and various musculoskeletal diseases and disorders. Introduction to interpreting electrocardiograms, exercise testing, and case-study analyses are also included.

This course integrates musculoskeletal anatomy with human movement. Students will learn and apply musculoskeletal anatomy and joint actions to upper extremity, lower extremity, and trunk movements. Normally offered each semester.

A course that will introduce students to current understandings of how complex motor skills are initially learned, and how they are controlled and refined with practice, from a behavioral point of view. A variety of activities will provide students with practical examples to deepen understanding. This course has applications to general exercise science, physical therapy, and coaching. (Normally offered each fall semester.)

This is a course designed to study foods and their effects upon health, development, and performance of the individual. The student will build on materials and knowledge learned from HHP-2500: Nutrition I. The student will be introduced to the concepts of: link between food and energy, proper water balance and electrolytes, science of supplementation, manipulation of macronutrient intake, nutrient timing, customized nutrition plans, and the key concepts of sport nutrition relative to both exercise and nutrition for optimal health and physical performance. Prerequisite(s): HHP-2500, BIO-1090 or BIO-3200, BIO-1100 or BIO-3210, or permission of the instructor. (Normally offered each semester)

This class is designed to prepare students who are entering the professional field of health and human performance. Real-life, hands on tools for career advancement will be examined and then applied including the creation of goals and objectives, a personal statement, a cover letter, and a professional resume with references. An investigation into graduate schools (and the requirements for applying) or the job market for your intended career will be explored, as well as searching for alternative career paths. No Pass/Fail. Prerequisites: Sophomore standing. (Normally offered each semester.)

This is a short term faulty-led learning abroad course. Topics and travel will vary. Students should check with the HHP department to inquire about travel options for current trips. Students will be introduced to a mixture of history, culture,economics, academic systems, health care, political policies,challenges,and opportunities unique to that country. The course is open to all Nebraska Wesleyan students. Credits vary by program. No Pass/Fail.

This is a short term faulty-led learning abroad course. Topics and travel will vary. Students should check with the HHP department to inquire about travel options for current trips. Students will be introduced to a mixture of history, culture, economics, academic systems, health care, political policies, challenges, and opportunities unique to that country. The course is open to all Nebraska Wesleyan students. Pass/Fail only.

This course serves as a required step in the Identity Thread of the Integrative Core. In the course, we will explore fundamental premises about human identity within different world cultures, and study ways in which the development of modernity has challenged and remolded those views. The ultimate aim of the course is to present major questions that the study of identity poses, and explore a variety of approaches to investigating these questions. The course will prepare students for other courses they will take within the thread. Credit may not be earned for more than one of the "Identity" courses of IDS-1200, IDS-1200FYW, or IDS-1210.

This course serves as the first step in the Identity thread of the Integrative Core. In the course we will explore fundamental premises about human identity within different world cultures, and study ways in which the development of modernity has challenged and remolded those views. We will use the lens of identity to explore a number of issues that are at the forefront of modern life. The ultimate aim of the course is to present major questions that the study of identity poses, and explore a variety of approaches to investigating these questions, using writing as a primary tool for this investigation. The course will develop student writing skills, and prepare students for other courses they will take within the thread. Credit may not be earned for more than one of the "Identity" courses of IDS-1200, IDS-1200FYW, or IDS-1210.

A study of functions from algebraic, graphical, numerical and modeling perspectives. The functions are chosen from among linear, polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic. Recommended: Math ACT score of at least 21. (Normally offered each semester.)

An introduction to statistics concepts with an emphasis on applications. Topics include descriptive statistics, discrete and continuous probability distributions, the central limit theorem, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, and linear regression. (Normally offered each fall semester.)

A continuation of Stage 1: Personal Perspectives, Stage 2: Personal Connections expands on the basic concepts of Spanish language and culture, thus providing the necessary knowledge and skills for students to interact in Spanish about familiar topics. No P/F. Prerequisite(s): MSPAN-1010 or appropriate placement.(Normally offered each semester.)

This course focuses on the systematic approach to word building and term comprehension of medical terms. Includes definitions, spellings, pronunciations and common abbreviations of medical terms.

This course examines several normative ethical principles and examines how these principles are used to argue for and justify ethical conclusions. Students will study normative principles from the western philosophical tradition and examine applied ethical issues including, but not limited to animal ethics, abortion, euthanasia, economic justice, and capital punishment. Students will develop their critical thinking and writing skills by evaluating real-world case studies in light of what they learned.

This course introduces students to government and politics in the United States. Drawing upon historical documents, political science research, and contemporary examples, this course examines the context, processes, institutions, and outcomes of the U.S. political system. Through the development of social science and critical analysis skills, students will be introduced to concepts and theories central to studying political science and understanding the contemporary political environment.

This course provides an introduction to the concepts, theories and methods of international politics. It highlights the similarities and differences between political systems, as well the nature of relations between these political systems. By examining political violence, democratization, security, trade, and development, this class will equip students to analyze current problems and experiences.

The Introduction to Psychological Science course will engage students in a learner-centered approach to the science of behavior and mental processes by synthesizing these areas of psychology: Scientific Inquiry, Biopsychology, Development, and Learning, Sociocultural Context, Individual Variations, and Applications of Psychological Science. (Normally offered every fall and spring semester.)

This class will provide a perspective on the changes that take place during an individual's life from infancy to old age/death. Participants will study and describe the developing person at different periods in the lifespan. The processes of growth and change taking place in early, middle, and late adulthood will be considered as well as the more traditional concern with development in childhood. Prerequisite(s): Psychology 1010/1010FYW. (Normally offered each semester.)

An introduction to the field of health psychology, which is devoted to understanding how people stay healthy, why they become ill, and how they respond to illness and disease. Topics will be discussed from local, national, and global perspectives, and will include the behavioral aspects of the health care system, exercise and nutrition, health-compromising behaviors, stress, AIDS, and the etiology and correlates of health, disease, and dysfunction. Prerequisite(s): Psychology 1010/1010FYW. (Normally offered each spring semester.)

An investigation of the symptoms, etiology, and treatment of mental disorders including those associated with anxiety, moods, psychosis, dissociation, somatoform reactions, personality, substance use, sexual dysfunctional/deviance, eating, aging, child/adolescent development, and brain dysfunction. Prerequisite(s): Psychology 1010/1010FYW or permission of the instructor. (Normally offered each semester.)

A scientific study of the way in which thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are influenced by other people and situational factors. Topics include research methodology, conformity, social cognition, attitudes, persuasion, aggression, prejudice, and interpersonal attraction. Prerequisite(s): Psychology 1010/1010FYW. Recommended: Psychology 2100 and 2110. (Normally offered each fall semester.)

This course is a study of the cultural settings, lives of founders when appropriate, oral or written traditions and literature, worldviews, myths, rituals, ideals of conduct, and development of some of the world's religions. Religions studied will typically include tribal religions, Hinduism, Jainism, Buddhism, Taoism, Confuciansim, Shinto, Zoroastrianism, Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Sikhism, and Bahai. Readings, videos, and websites will help introduce and illustrate not only the cultural settings in which these religions appear, but also the voices and faces of contemporary religious practitioners. (Normally offered each fall semester.)

This course offers the opportunity of intensive readings in the discipline based on student and instructor topic of interest. Prerequisite(s): Permission of the instructor.

Emphasis on social work theory and practice skills. Study of communication patterns, empathic response and assessment of client situations. Experiential learning through role playing, observation, and discussion. Prerequisite(s): SOCWK-1150 and declared Social Work major. (Normally offered each fall semester.)

Emphasis on social work theory and practice skills. Study of communication patterns, empathic response and assessment of client situations. Experiential learning through role playing, observation, and discussion. Prerequisite(s): SOCWK-1150 and declared Social Work major. (Normally offered each fall semester.)

This course is the study of the various forms of instructional technology available to today's educators. Instructional technologies include computers, data bases, wireless telecommunication, augmentative communication software, literacy, and mathematic support software. Specific emphasis is placed on those forms of adaptive technology that will assist the teaching and learning of students with disabilities. Cross listed with EDUC-2870. (Normally offered each semester.)

A course designed to acquaint secondary education students with appropriate teaching strategies and methodologies for the regular classroom when teaching students who are gifted or have mild/moderate disabilities. Legal responsibilities and obligations concerning both populations are also discussed. A field experience is included as part of this course. Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education Program. (Normally offered each spring semester.)

This discourse-instructive course will study the diverse and varying collection of the musicals that encompass the Broadway stage. Musicals to be studied will vary each semester and students will engage in multiple discussions on topics such as performance trasitions, styles, time periods, subject matter, historical contribution, composers, and even audience appeal. Students will experience such musical either visually or aurally and complete a variety of assignments to identify the unique characteristics and contributions of each.

A study of the theories and techniques of directing. Students will direct several short scenes. Prerequisite(s): Theatre 1020FYW or Theatre 1030.

Using the principles taught by the Mindfulness Institute for Emerging Adults (MIEA, formerly known as Koru), this class will explore all the ways that meditation, breathing and general body/mind awareness can benefit performing artists, particularly those who are college-age and preparing for a career in the industry. Mindfulness techniques have been scientifically proven to reduce stress, increase focus and improve overall health, and actors will discover how including them in their process and methodology can help them find more balance in their craft as well as in their lives. Prerequisite: THTRE-1300

An introductory course in designing for and operating the ShopBot CNC machine to produce parts for theatre scenery and props. Includes and introduction to VCarve CAD/CAM software and importing CAD drawings from other sources. Material and tool selection will be covered. Periodic maintenance, cleaning and safe operation of the equipment will be covered.

See ENG 3000.

Students will direct under supervision a one-act play or (with instructor's permission) a full-length play. This course may be repeated. Prerequisite(s): Theatre 2500. (Normally offered each fall and spring semester.)

Theatre 3510 is a directing practicum in which students apply theory and techniques to the task of directing a play of a one hour's length or, with instructor's permission, a full-length play. The class also continues to introduce students to more advanced directing theory and technique. All students are expected to actively participate in a series of exercises that emphasize the development of critical thinking, research, communication and organizational skills associated with effective stage direction. This course may be repeated once for credit. Prerequisite(s): Theatre 2500 and 3500 and/or permission of the instructor or department chair. (Normally offered every semester.)

Theatre 4500 is a directing practicum in which students apply theory and techniques to the task of directing, under supervision, a full length play. The class also continues to introduce students to more advanced directing theories and techniques. All students are expected to actively participate in a series of exercises that emphasize the development of critical thinking, research, communication and organization skills associated with effective stage direction. This course may be repeated for credit. Prerequisite(s): Theatre 2500, 3500, and 3510 and/or permission of the instructor or department chair. (Normally offered every semester.)