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Society and the Individual
220 Animals and Human Societies (1) Spring
Prerequisite: A S 105 or permission of instructor.
A comparative and cross-cultural exploration of how humans have interacted with, thought about, identified with, and represented nonhuman animals. Readings include classic anthropological approaches as well as more contemporary ethnographic and historical works.
Specific topics include gender ideologies and natural history, medieval perceptions of animals, pets as a social phenomenon, animal rights
controversies, biodiversity, representations of animals in mass media (e.g., King Kong), and animals as commodities. Mullin.
222 Sociology of Childhood (1) Fall
Prerequisite: A S 101 or permission of instructor.
Provides an introduction to theoretical, research and applied issues in the sociology of childhood. Examines how children have been viewed
historically inside and outside the United States, while focusing on the impact of gender, race/ethnicity an
| Prerequisites: Sophomore standing and invitation of instructor.
Independent research projects for invited sophomores. Staff.
215 Aquatic Botany (1) Fall
Prerequisite: Biology 195.
A study of representative algae, aquatic fungi and bryophytes, emphasizing the relationships of structure and function. Reproductive
strategies and environmental physiology are discussed. Taxonomy is based upon current hypotheses of evolutionary relationships. Lecture
and laboratory. Offered in alternate years. Schmitter.
216 Vascular Plants (1)Spring
Prerequisite: Biology 195.
Morphology, taxonomy and distribution of vascular plants. Representatives of local flora receive special attention in laboratory and field
studies. Lecture and laboratory. Skean.
225 Invertebrate Zoology (1) Fall
Prerequisite: Biology 195.
Field-oriented course emphasizing evolution, classification, ecology, behavior and natural history of invertebrate animals. Class involves
field trips and use of the White
| All majors are required to complete successfully the six foundation courses: Computer Science 171, 173, 352, 354, 356, 358,
plus two additional units of computer science courses numbered 200 or above and Computer Science 299, 399. The
Mathematics and Computer Science Department may waive one or more of the foundation course requirements for students
with advanced high school computer science preparation. Students may enroll in Internship (391, 392) and Directed Study
(411, 412) in consultation with their advisers. The following mathematics cognates are also required: Mathematics 141, 239, and one selected from 210 and 236.
Requirements for Minor Five units in computer science: Computer Science 171, 173, 352, 356, and one from 354, 358. Mathematics 141, 239. All courses for the minor must be taken for a numerical grade.
Requirements for Minor With Secondary Education Certification Five units in computer science: Computer Science 171, 173, 352, 356 and one from 354, 358. Math
| Develops the conceptual tools necessary for future teachers to teach in multiple contexts. Develops dispositions and skills that promote a
learning community committed to multiculturalism, equity and social justice. The theory-practice connection is stressed so that thoughtful
lesson plans are crafted and implemented across academic disciplines. Field experiences are integrated into the course. Meloth.
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| 398 Practicum (1/2) Fall, Spring
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
Experience in teaching French in the classroom or with individual students under the supervision of an instructor. Offered on a credit/no
credit basis. Staff.
400 Senior Seminar (1/4)
Prerequisite: Declared French major or minor.
Students will reflect on lessons learned in the French program, identify competencies they have deveolped in French and in other areas of
study, understand the importance of these competencies in today's world, and leave Albion more confident in their preparedness to enter the
next stage of their professional development. Guenin-Lelle, Yewah.
401, 402 French Seminar (1/2, 1) Fall, Spring
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
Special topics in languages, literature or civilization for advanced students. Conducted in French. Staff.
411, 412 Directed Study (1/2, 1) Fall, Spring
Prerequisite: Permission of department chair. Staff.
German
Requirements for Major
| Prerequisite: Geology 101 or 103, or permission of instructor.
A field study of the structure and stratigraphy of selected geologic provinces. During the second half of the spring semester the class will
meet once a week to discuss readings related to the geology of the field study. The field study itself will last for eight to ten days typically
beginning the day after commencement in May. Staff.
211 Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems (1) Spring
Prerequisite: Geology 111 or permission of instructor.
An introduction to the elementary principles, techniques and utility of remotely sensed imagery and image interpretation, especially when
used in conjunction with Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Shows how digital maps created from, or utilizing, digital imagery from
airplanes, space shuttles and satellites can help in displaying and analyzing spatial data, modeling processes and making decisions.
Laboratory emphasizes the use of remote sensing and GIS
| First-order differential equations and numerical algorithms of Euler and Runge-Kutta. Linear algebraic systems, Gaussian elimination, rowechelon form matrix algebra, inverses and determinants. Vector spaces, subspaces, linear independence, bases, span, dimension, linear
mappings and function spaces. Second and higher-order linear differential equations. Eigenvectors, eigenvalues and spectral decomposition
methods. First-order linear differential systems, including solutions methods using matrix exponentials. Applications focus on problems in
physics, chemistry, biology, economics and engineering. Additional topics may include nonlinear dynamical systems, stability theory,
transform theory and power series solutions. Mason.
299 Colloquium in Mathematics and Computer Science (1/4) Fall, Spring
Prerequisite: Mathematics 143 or Computer Science 173.
Selected topics in mathematics and computer science as presented by students, departmental faculty and visiting speakers. Requir
| Examines theoretical and practical perspectives on ethical issues in relation to the environment. The theoretical issues range from whether
we should assign moral value to species other than the human (and if so, on the basis of what criteria) to whether we have moral obligations
to preserve the environment for future generations (and if so, what this would imply for the present generations). The practical issues range
from creating incentives for restricting population growth without abdicating responsibilities toward the world's hungry, to the issue of what
short-and long-term policies and practices need to be adopted to deal effectively with reducing pollution and hazardous waste while
working toward a recycling, sustainable global society. Madhok.
302 Leadership Ethics (1) Spring
Examines the ethical foundations of leadership. Involves an in-depth discussion of foremost leadership theories and their applications to
different contexts; critically examines the morally
| Political Science
Faculty
Andrew D. Grossman, chair and associate professor.
B.A., 1980, Monmouth University; M.A., 1990, Ph.D., 1996, New School for Social Research. Appointed 1996.
Dyron K. Dabney, instructor of political science.
B.A., 1989, University of Virginia; Ph.D. candidate, University of Michigan. Appointed 2003.
Claudia Dahlerus, visiting assistant professor.
B.S., 1994, Eastern Michigan University; M.A., 1996, Ph.D., 2001, University of Colorado. Appointed 2003.
Myron A. Levine, professor of political science and John S. Ludington Professor of the Social Sciences.
B.A., 1970, University of Wisconsin; Ph.D., 1977, Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Appointed 1983.
William D. Rose, associate professor.
B.A., 1981, J.D., 1987, University of Toledo; Ph.D., 1999, University of Massachusetts, Amherst. Appointed 2001.
Introduction
Areas of study include American government and politics, constitutional law, political theory, public administration, int
| Theatre and Dance
Faculty
Robert J. Starko, chair and assistant professor.
B.A., 1974, State University of New York at Oneonta; M.F.A., 1991, Illinois State University. Appointed 1999.
Jennifer J. Chapman, assistant professor.
B.A., 1995, San Francisco State University; M.A., 1998, Ph.D. candidate, University of Wisconsin, Madison. Appointed 2003.
Daniel C. Walker, visiting assistant professor.
B.A., 1984, Washington University, St. Louis; M.F.A., 1987, University of Texas, Austin. Appointed 2003.
Royal A. Ward, professor, vice president for academic affairs and dean of the faculty.
B.A., 1968, MacMurray College; M.A., 1969, University of Illinois; Ph.D., 1984, University of Michigan. Appointed 1979.
Melissa B. Wyss, visiting instructor.
B.S., 1966, M.A., 1968, Ohio State University. Appointed 1977.
Introduction
The goal of Albion College's Department of Theatre and Dance isto provide the College community with examples of the best
theatre and dance from our
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