spring 2021 schedule of classes...2020/11/21 · this schedule is subject to change. check the...

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SPRING 2021 Schedule of ClassesJanuary 19 - May 16, 2021

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BIO110 Ecology & Biodiversity

Description: Introduction to the complex interplay of organisms & environment. Explores interactions between individual organisms and environments, and interactions within species and with other species. Presents basic concepts and field research methods.

Prerequisite(s): None

Time: 2:30 PM To 3:50 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 4Day: T R Instructor: Tom MoritzSection: REM

Time: 8 AM To 9:50 AM Room: REMOTE Instructor: Tom MoritzMandatory Lab Day: F

BMIN607 Research Methods

Description: Develops essential skills for engaging in quantitative & qualitative research at the doctoral level with focus on research methods relevant to the student’s area of research.

Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing

Time: 3 PM To 4:30 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: T Instructor: Monica SanfordSection: HY

Hybrid: Online and Remote instruction

BMIN710 Dissertation Research

Description: Research for the dissertation. Upon advancement to candidacy & after the completion of coursework, students maintain continuous enrollment by registering for this course each semester until successful completion of the 12-unit research requirement.

Prerequisite(s): Candidacy status Pass/No Pass only

Units: 3-9 Instructor: variousSection: Varies

BMIN715 Continuous Enrollment Research

Description: Required for doctoral candidates who have completed all course & research requirements but must remain in continuous enrollment each semester until completion of exam, dissertation, etc.

Prerequisite(s): Candidacy status Not degree applicable. Pass/No Pass only

Units: 1 Instructor: variousSection: Variers

Monday, November 23, 2020 of 22M = Monday T = Tuesday W = Wednesday R = Thursday F = Friday S = Saturday U = Sunday

BUS202 Principles of Macroeconomics

Description: Principles of macroeconomic analysis & policy, unemployment & inflation, financial institutions, international trade, economic growth, & comparative economic systems.

Prerequisite(s): MATH102 w/C or higher

Time: 7 PM To 9:50 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: M Instructor: Wuu-Long LinSection: REM

BUS210 Introduction to Financial Accounting

Description: Fundamental concepts, theories, techniques & principles of accounting: analyzing/recording financial transactions, accounting valuation/allocation practices, financial statement preparation, analysis & interpretation, & international accounting issues.

Prerequisite(s): MATH102 w/C or higher

Units: 3Day: ONLINE Instructor: Fredrick HoSection: DE

BUS304 Management Science

Description: Explores management science topics including optimization techniques of linear programming, transportation & nonlinear models, queuing models, simulation, project scheduling, inventory, order & production, quantity discounts, & safety stock models.

Prerequisite(s): BUS303

Time: 7 PM To 9:50 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: M Instructor: Yue-Yun (Bill) ChenSection: REM

BUS306 Business Communications

Description: Focuses on communication skills in the business setting including message strategy, effective business writing, presentation skills, verbal & non-verbal components of communication, & small group communication.

Prerequisite(s): none

Time: 7 PM To 9:50 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: W Instructor: Stephen O'SullivanSection: REM

BUS307 Managerial Accounting

Description: Concepts & methods used in managerial planning, control, & decision making, with emphasis on the use of financial information for internal decision making. Explores budgeting, costing, analysis methods, relevant costs, & capital budgeting decisions.


Time: 7 PM To 9:50 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: T Instructor: Suren SahakyanSection: REM

BUS310 Intermediate Accounting I

Description: Accounting principles as they relate to financial reporting. Income determination, asset valuation, & the form & content of financial statements, long-term liabilities.


Time: 7 PM To 9:50 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: R Instructor: Fredrick HoSection: REM


BUS330 Principles of Marketing

Description: Introduces basic concepts used in contemporary society & business. Includes marketing mix variables & decision-making involving public agencies & corporations. Integrates concepts from behavioral science & economics, as well as modern systems theory.


Time: 2 PM To 4:50 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: T Instructor: Meskerem TadesseSection: REM

BUS340 Management Information Systems

Description: Introduces foundation concepts of information systems (IS) in business; technologies such as hardware, software, database, networks; business applications such as Internet, Intranet, Extranet, electronic business/commerce; & the IS development life cycle


Time: 5 PM To 7:50 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: F Instructor: Rafael WuSection: REM

BUS415 Financial Management

Description: Focuses on the fundamental tools & techniques applicable to business & institutional financial planning. Covers valuation of securities, risk-return relationships, capital budgeting, management of current assets, & liabilities.

Prerequisite(s): BUS303 & BUS307

Time: 7 PM To 9:50 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: T Instructor: Chi ShehSection: REM

BUS420 Marketing Management

Description: Study of marketing strategies, programs, & plans on which sound marketing practices are based; special emphasis on analyzing marketing situations.


Time: 2 PM To 4:50 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: R Instructor: Farhana SiddiqiSection: REM

BUS430 Digital Marketing

Description: Explores use of digital media to grow a business with personal or corporate brand. Develops practical expertise & real world applications to meet needs of employers & others using the internet to communicate. Designed for marketing & non-marketing majors.


Units: 3Day: ONLINE Instructor: Murray JohannsenSection: DE

BUS447 E-Commerce

Description: Introduces building Web commerce sites from planning through deployment. Study of front-end e-Commerce sites & e-Business infrastructure & fulfillment management. Explores identification & use of the most familiar & best Web commerce opportunities.


Time: 4 PM To 6:50 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: R Instructor: Stephen WuSection: REM


BUS452 Exporting & Importing

Description: Introduces basic rules, principles, & current practices/procedures in import/export. Explores practical harmonization of custom services & regulations of different countries, intermediary services, & roles of related international organizations.


Time: 7 PM To 9:50 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: R Instructor: Meskerem TadesseSection: REM

BUS470 Business Philosophy & Ethics

Description: Examines ethical issues in modern organizations & their negative effect on society; reviews relevant philosophies from various religious perspectives including humanistic Buddhism to explore how they can be used to solve modern business ethical problems.

Prerequisite(s): 75 units earned

Time: 2 PM To 4:50 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: F Instructor: Murray JohannsenSection: REM

CAP401 Capstone: Religion, Science & Society

Description: Integrates students’ general education by examining interactions between religion, science, & society. Topics include religion & social conflict, science & cultural change, gender & religion, the science vs. religion debate.

Prerequisite(s): Completion of 42 units GE, incl. all GE Core Competencies. Minimum Passing Grade: C

Time: 4 PM To 5:20 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: M W Instructor: Noel AlumitSection: REM

CONT401 Mindfulness Facilitation

Description: Training to teach mindfulness to individuals and small groups, as well as to give lectures in the community on the principles and benefits of mindfulness.

Prerequisite(s): CONT 201, 301, and at least two electives within minor

Time: 12:30 PM To 1:50 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: M W Instructor: John FreeseSection: HY


CONT510 Topics in Comparative Contemplative Practice

Description: Seminar in special area of interest in the comparative study of contemplative practice. Topic to be announced each semester.

Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing Chaplaincy students may take course three times for credit. Students in other programs may take the class once for

Time: 9 AM To 11:50 AM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: W Instructor: Daphna McKnightSection: HY


TOPIC: Death & Dying


CONT520 Topics in Contemplative Practice

Description: Seminar in special area of interest in the study of Buddhist contemplative practice. Topic to be announced each semester.

Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing Religious Studies & Buddhist Chaplaincy students may take this course a maximum of three times for credit. Students

Time: 2 PM To 4:50 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: W Instructor: Jitsujo GauthierSection: HY


TOPIC: Engaged Zen

CS102 Whole Person Wellness for College: Social, Emotional, & Behavioral Sel

Description: Provides whole-person introduction to social, emotional, and behavioral self-management through high-impact activities, training, tips, and tools. Includes weekly lab.


Time: 11 AM To 12:20 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 1Day: W Instructor: Jenny HannahSection: REM

ENGL090A Academic Writing

Description: Prepares students for college-level composition. Focus includes writing from paragraph to essay, developing & organizing ideas, building unified & coherent compositions, & incorporating MLA citations & references.

Prerequisite(s): Placement Not degree applicable. Minimum passing grade: B-

Time: 4 PM To 5:20 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: M W Instructor: Nivitigala SumittaSection: REM

Time: 5:30 PM To 6 PM Room: REMOTE Instructor: Shana WrightMandatory Lab Day: M

ENGL100A College Writing

Description: Essay writing for academic purposes. Students apply the writing process to organize & develop thesis-driven essays. Students practice effective expository writing incorporating outside sources & learn to develop arguments through multiple drafts.

Prerequisite(s): ENGL090A w/B- or higher or placement Degree applicable upon approval. Minimum passing grade: B-

Units: 3Day: ONLINE Instructor: Akhanaton Cacao Shana Wright

Section: DE

Lab session included

ENGL100B College Speech

Description: Speaking & listening requirements to prepare students for the American college classroom. Emphasizes public communication & presentation skills in a variety of academic settings.

Prerequisite(s): ENGL090B w/B- or higher or placement test Degree applicable upon approval. Minimum passing grade: B-

Time: 10:30 AM To 11:50 AM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: T R Instructor: William KennedySection: REM


ENGL100D College Reading

Description: Preparation for college-level reading. Focuses on developing critical & analytical reading skills for vocabulary development, comprehension, & information literacy.

Prerequisite(s): ENGL090D w/B- or higher or placement test Degree applicable upon approval. Minimum passing grade: B-

Time: 1 PM To 2:20 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: T R Instructor: Shelley Wood-GoldsteinSection: REM

ENGL101 English Composition

Description: Training in effective written composition. Assignments include expository & argumentative essays & preparation of a documented short research paper on themes that include issues of East/West cultural understanding.

Prerequisite(s): ENGL100A w/B- or higher or placement test Minimum passing grade: C

Time: 4 PM To 5:20 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: M W Instructor: Robert DanielakSection: HY


ENGL102 Composition II: Critical Thinking

Description: Introduction to the elements & applications of critical thinking & writing. Emphasis on argumentative, persuasive, analytical, & evaluative writing, along with the assessment & uses of sources.

Prerequisite(s): ENGL101 w/C or higher Minimum passing grade: C

Time: 4 PM To 5:20 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: M W Instructor: Akhanaton CacaoSection: HY


ENGL201 Methods of Literary Studies

Description: Introduces literary research & training & practice examining texts from various theoretical & critical approaches. Emphasizes close reading skills to develop effective strategies for critical thinking & writing about literature.


Time: 6 PM To 7:20 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: T R Instructor: Akhanaton CacaoSection: HY


ENGL325 Reading Fiction

Description: Introduction to prose narrative, its techniques & forms. Analysis of short & long narratives & of critical issues such as plot, characterization, setting, narrative voice, & realistic & nonrealistic forms.


Time: 7 PM To 8:20 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: M W Instructor: Ryan GilmoreSection: HY



ENGL400E Academic Skill Building for Graduate Students

Description: Preparation for graduate-level study in the US. Focuses on graduate-level reading, writing, research, information literacy, & citation skills.

Prerequisite(s): placement test Degree applicable upon approval. Minimum passing grade: B-

Time: 1 PM To 3:50 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: R Instructor: TBA TBASection: HY


ENGL412 Seminar: Folklore & Mythology - Oral Traditions to Popular Culture

Description: Examines major forms of folklore (e.g., myths, legends, epics, beliefs, rituals, festivals) & the theoretical approaches used in their study.

Prerequisite(s): ENGL102 May be repeated once for credit with chair’s approval.

Time: 4 PM To 5:20 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: M W Instructor: Ryan GilmoreSection: HY


ENGL413 Seminar: Literature & Other Arts

Description: Investigates relationship of literature & other arts, including music, painting, photography, other visual arts, sculpture, performing arts, & architecture. Topics may include literature written in English as well as literature in translation.

Prerequisite(s): ENGL102 May be repeated once for credit with chair’s approval.

Time: 5:30 PM To 6:50 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: M W Instructor: Ryan GilmoreSection: HY


TOPIC: Horror Literature & Film

ENGL427 Buddhism in American Literature

Description: Examines the rich literary response to the transmission, assimilation, & indigenization of Buddhism in the US, from its 19th century introduction through the late-twentieth century. Explores Buddhist-influenced & consciously Buddhist authors.

Prerequisite(s): ENGL102

Time: 8:30 PM To 9:50 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: M W Instructor: Noel AlumitSection: HY


ENGL475 Shakespeare: Text, Film, & Stage

Description: Textual study of selected plays, television & cinematic productions, & recorded stage productions. Examines plays in reference to time period, criticism, & dramatic structure, while also exploring interpretation for modern audiences.


Time: 5 PM To 7:50 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: T Instructor: Ryan GilmoreSection: HY



ENGL495 Senior Project (Comprehensive Capstone)

Description: Explores standards & best practices of literary scholarship. Students create a research project relevant to current & future scholarship. The project is expected to be at a level appropriate for graduate school admission or conference presentation.

Prerequisite(s): Senior status

Units: 3Day: ONLINE Instructor: Jennifer AvilaSection: DE

HIST205 Big History II

Description: Big History II surveys the history of the universe from the emergence of agriculture to today. Explores how major patterns and thresholds emerged and converged into the new forms of complexity.


Time: 7 PM To 9:50 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: W Instructor: Shawn RaganSection: REM

HIST318 History of China: Republican - Present

Description: China’s history from the overthrow of imperial rule to present. Topics include interaction with the West, democracy & modernization, May 4th Movement, Nationalistic Revolution, Sino-Japanese Wars, rise of Communism, Cultural Revolution, & recent reform.

Prerequisite(s): ENGL101 w/C or higher

Time: 7 PM To 9:50 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: W Instructor: Darui LongSection: REM

IDS310 Art & Anthropology

Description: Anthropological perspectives on art, aesthetics, & expressive culture. including cross-cultural scrutiny of the social function of art; the production, consumption, exhibition, & representation of non-western art; & the influence of global art movements.

Prerequisite(s): ENGL102 w/C or higher May be applied to GE category 5A: Anthropology or 6A: Fine Arts

Time: 1 PM To 2:20 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: T R Instructor: Kanae OmuraSection: REM

JPN102 Beginning Japanese II

Description: Continuation of Beginning Japanese I. Develops an intermediate level of conversational Japanese, grammar, reading, & writing, including reading & writing approximately 90 Kanji characters.

Prerequisite(s): JPN101

Time: 10 AM To 11:50 AM Room: REMOTE Units: 4Day: T R Instructor: Kanae OmuraSection: HY



L&C121 Life & Culture 2: World Philosophies

Description: Examines a good life from the perspective of world philosophy. Drawing from the study of world philosophies, students develop a personal mission statement & life plan that they will update throughout their college education.


Time: 2 PM To 3:20 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: M W Instructor: Jonathan BerkSection: REM

LIT101 Introduction to Literature

Description: An introduction to influential literary works written in the English language.


Units: 3Day: ONLINE Instructor: Robert DanielakSection: DE

LIT311 Survey of American Literature

Description: Survey of works & authors that have shaped American literature. Explores major writers, periods, literary movements, & genres in relationship to the socio- historical circumstances of their production.

Prerequisite(s): ENGL101 & LIT101

Time: 7 PM To 8:20 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: M W Instructor: Robert DanielakSection: HY


LIT430 Topics in Chicana/o Literature

Description: Explores topics relevant to SoCal, including Chicana/o visions of LA; immigration, migration, exile; Chicana/o journalism; labor & literature. Introduces oral & written expression such as poetry, corridos, folklore, testimonios, novels, graphic fiction.


Time: 5:30 PM To 6:50 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: M W Instructor: Robert DanielakSection: HY


MATH102 Quantitative Reasoning I

Description: Introduces fundamentals of algebra with emphasis on quantitative thinking. Reasoning quantitatively using tables & graphs, & application of linear functions, quadratic functions & linear systems to problems is emphasized.

Prerequisite(s): MATH025 w/C or higher or MPT placement Minimum passing grade: C

Time: 4:30 PM To 5:50 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: T R Instructor: Bobby OjoseSection: HY



MATH107 Mathematics for Liberal Arts

Description: Engages students in the mathematical languages of quantity with concepts from algebra, geometry, management science, probability & statistics, & use of scientific software. Concepts in everyday mathematics & personal finances are explored.

Prerequisite(s): MATH102 w/C or higher Minimum passing grade: C

Time: 4:30 PM To 5:50 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: T R Instructor: William LaiSection: REM

MATH212 Introductory Statistics

Description: Develops statistical thinking through applications in a variety of disciplines. Graphing calculator & computer programs are integrated. Topics include descriptive & inferential statistics; collecting, classifying, tabulating, & graphing data.

Prerequisite(s): MATH112 w/C or higher Minimum passing grade: C

Time: 2:30 PM To 4:20 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 4Day: T R Instructor: Bobby OjoseSection: HY


MBA507 Managerial Economics

Description: Develops micro-economic concepts & employs them to examine decision making under uncertainty. Topics include optimal choices, quantitative analysis & estimation of demand&, production & cost functions, & market structures & firms’ pricing strategies.

Prerequisite(s): BUS201, BUS202, or MBA503; BUS 303 Minimum passing grade: C

Time: 7 PM To 9:50 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: T Instructor: Han ChenSection: REM

MBA515 Corporate Finance

Description: Advanced study of the financial management function of the corporation with special attention to cash flows & value, capital structure, cost of capital, capital budgeting, project evaluations, & issues in mergers, acquisitions & restructuring.

Prerequisite(s): BUS303 Minimum passing grade: C

Time: 5 PM To 6:20 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: M W Instructor: Yue-Yun (Bill) ChenSection: REM

MBA517 Investment & Portfolio Management

Description: Advanced study of modern portfolio & investment management theories with emphasis on how to evaluate & diversify different types of risk, illustrated by case studies.

Prerequisite(s): MBA515 w/C or higher

Time: 7 PM To 9:50 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: R Instructor: Chi ShehSection: REM


MBA526 Risk Management & Insurance

Description: Studies theories of insurance; explores special features of different lines of insurance; emphasizes main elements of insurance, including determinants of premiums, coverage, deductibles, & co-payments.


Time: 7 PM To 9:50 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: W Instructor: Yue-Yun (Bill) ChenSection: REM

MBA529 Seminar: Leadership

Description: Examines the effectiveness of different approaches to leadership from both managerial & psychological viewpoints. Discusses issues in leadership & leadership training through case studies, workshops, & guest lectures.

Prerequisite(s): MBA504 or MBA520 w/C or higher

Time: 2 PM To 4:50 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: W Instructor: Sally ChouSection: REM

MBA530 Marketing

Description: Studies the processes involved in the creation, distribution, & sale of products & services. Explores the tasks & decisions facing marketing managers, market & competitive analysis, consumer behavior, & design & implementation of marketing strategies.

Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing Minimum passing grade: C

Time: 7 PM To 9:50 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: W Instructor: Meskerem TadesseSection: REM

MBA548 Financial Security Trade & Analysis

Description: Applied investment analysis using modern computer/data facilities to conduct fundamental & technical analysis, security portfolio tracking, performance measurement, & trading simulation/ strategies. Students in this class manage UWest’s special endowment.


Time: 5 PM To 6:20 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: T R Instructor: Chi ShehSection: REM

MBA552 International Business Law

Description: Studies US business law. Examines international arbitration of investment disputes, the impact of nationalism on traditional ownership strategies, establishing a corporation in civil law countries, antitrust laws, & international business transactions.


Time: 2 PM To 4:50 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: M Instructor: Michael ArnoldSection: REM

MBA560 Managing Nonprofit Organizations

Description: Compares & contrasts for-profit & nonprofit organizations, major strategic management issues specially associated with nonprofits, & exposes students to the various management styles commonly found in the nonprofit sector.


Time: 7 PM To 9:50 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: M Instructor: Michelle FreridgeSection: REM


MBA572 Data Structure & Database Management

Description: Hierarchical, network, & relational database structures are analyzed. Stresses data modeling concepts using entity relationship & semantic object techniques, normalization, relational database implementation, & concurrent database processing.


Time: 7 PM To 9:50 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: W Instructor: Rafael WuSection: REM

MBA580 Capstone: Strategic Management

Description: Provide an integrative perspective on strategy formation & management of an enterprise. Develops a multidisciplinary understanding of business planning & strategy by drawing on previous coursework & various functional areas of business.

Prerequisite(s): MBA504 or 520; MBA513; MBA515; MBA530 Minimum passing grade: C

Time: 7 PM To 9:50 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: R Instructor: Peng ChanSection: REM

MBA590 Internship

Description: Provides students with meaningful hands-on experience working in organizations relevant to their area of study. Completion requires written evaluation & verification from employer & internship reflection paper.

Prerequisite(s): Completion of core courses & chair's approval Pass/No Pass only

Units: 1 Instructor: Yue-Yun (Bill) ChenSection: BC

MDIV515 Power, Privilege, & Difference

Description: Expanding on MDIV511, explores how to effectively relate with groups & systems. Examines such topics as male privilege, racism, multicultural competency, mediation, diversity, responsibilities, roles & relationships, & communication patterns.


Time: 9:30 AM To 12:20 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: F Instructor: Victor GabrielSection: HY


MDIV540 Sacred Abrahamic Texts in Spiritual Care & Counseling

Description: Provides a macroscopic view of sacred Abrahamic texts & their content, as well as resources for further exploration in order to help the Buddhist practitioner develop some comfort working with these texts in the context of Buddhist chaplaincy.

Prerequisite(s): MDIV526

Time: 2 PM To 4:50 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: R Instructor: Victor GabrielSection: HY



MDIV646 Spiritual Care & Counseling

Description: Introduces theories & practices for clinical spiritual care & counseling work. Special attention is paid to literature in the field of healthcare chaplaincy about medical ethics, measuring effective care, & working in diverse settings.

Prerequisite(s): MDIV525 OR MDIV526

Time: 9 AM To 11:50 AM Room: REMOTE Units: 4Day: T Instructor: Jitsujo GauthierSection: HY


Time: 5 PM To 5:50 PM Room: REMOTE GROUP PROCESS Day: W Instructor: Joseph Rogers

MDIV650 Pastoral Theology

Description: Introduces the history, key texts, & practice of pastoral theology. Students gain background & methods necessary to make their own contributions to this area of writing. Students explore important texts for the particular chaplaincies in which they work.


Time: 2 PM To 4:50 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: T Instructor: Victor GabrielSection: HY


MDIV670 Spiritual Leadership

Description: Introduces spiritual leadership & social ethics & considers values, responsibilities, functions, & resources for spiritual leaders. Students explore spiritual leadership in the Buddhist traditions & in the context of professional chaplaincy practice.


Time: 2 PM To 4:50 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: M Instructor: Daphna McKnightSection: HY


MDIV676 Advanced Topics in Professional Chaplaincy

Description: Provides the opportunity to explore unique & particular issues in professional chaplaincy work. Special attention is paid to pastoral diagnosis, working with a care team, & current concerns in the various fields of chaplaincy.


Time: 2 PM To 4:50 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 4Day: M Instructor: Victor GabrielSection: HY


Time: 6 PM To 6:50 PM Room: REMOTE GROUP PROCESS Day: W Instructor: Joseph Rogers


MDIVGP Chaplaincy Group Process

Description: Group process is integrated into MDIV526, MDIV646, & MDIV676. Standalone course is intended for students who wish to participate in group process outside of these three courses.

Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing Chair's approval.

Time: 5 PM To 5:50 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 1Day: W Instructor: Joseph RogersSection: 2 REM

Time: 6 PM To 6:50 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 1Day: W Instructor: Joseph RogersSection: 3 REM

PALI500B First Year Pali II

Description: Phonology, morphology, & syntax of the Pali language with emphasis on reading selected Pali texts.

Prerequisite(s): PALI500A

Time: 9 AM To 11:50 AM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: M Instructor: Miroj ShakyaSection: HY


PSYCH100 Introduction to Western Psychology

Description: Surveys theories & concepts of individual thought & behavior over the lifespan. Explores biological, cognitive, social, & developmental influences on behavior as well as the influence of Eastern thought on Western perspective. Introduces research method.


Time: 2 PM To 3:20 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: T R Instructor: Dalton MeenaSection: HY


PSYCH210 E/W Perspectives on Cognitive Psychology

Description: Introduces Buddhist & Western concepts & theories of cognitive psychology, with comparisons & contrasts between the two systems. Students are provided with opportunities for self-exploration particularly through these lenses.

Prerequisite(s): ENGL101 w/C or higher; PSYCH150 (concurrent enrollment okay)

Time: 5 PM To 7:50 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: T Instructor: Shadeiyah EdwardsSection: HY


PSYCH220 E/W Perspectives on Affective Psychology

Description: Explores how emotions influence motivation, attitudes, personality, & other psychological constructs. Students practice self-reflection & observation, comparing & contrasting Eastern & Western views of emotion (i.e. distinct affective preferences).

Prerequisite(s): ENGL101 w/C or higher; PSYCH100 (concurrent enrollment okay)

Time: 1 PM To 3:50 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: W Instructor: Lara StrannahanSection: HY



PSYCH310 Physiological Psychology

Description: Focuses on the biological basis of individual thought & behavior. Brain structure, hormones, biochemical, & genetic factors are explored. Special attention is paid to behavioral health interventions & the mind-body connection.

Prerequisite(s): PSYCH 300

Time: 1 PM To 3:50 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: W Instructor: Elizabeth BurkeSection: HY


PSYCH340 Psychology of Personality

Description: Surveys prominent & influential views of personality development, Cultural implications are addressed throughout.

Prerequisite(s): ENGL101 w/C or higher; PSYCH220

Units: 3Day: ONLINE Instructor: Shadeiyah EdwardsSection: DE

PSYCH350 Social Psychology

Description: Explores society’s impact on individual thoughts, beliefs, values, & behaviors. Historical & influential theories & related research investigations are introduced & discussed. Investigates the influence of culture & current socio-political norms.


Time: 6 PM To 7:20 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: T R Instructor: Timothy LeslieSection: HY


PSYCH410 Introduction to Western Psychotherapy

Description: Explores benefits & limitations of various historical, contemporary, & empirically supported approaches to psychotherapy. Also examines cross-cultural implications & problems with justice & care access for select multicultural groups.


Time: 1 PM To 2:20 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: T R Instructor: Noel BrownSection: HY


PSYCH495 Capstone: E/W Perspectives on Contemporary Issues

Description: Psychology capstone course. Contemporary issues from the perspectives of both Eastern & Western psychological views are explored. Special focus is placed on applications of counseling & psychotherapy techniques promoted by the two traditions.

Prerequisite(s): Program advisor approval

Time: 10 AM To 11:20 AM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: T R Instructor: Tara TarianSection: HY



PSYCH501 Experimental Design & Statistical Analysis

Description: Introduces the creation of sound research questions. Students review advanced quasi-experimental & experimental design methods (quantitative & qualitative), examine methods to analyze research data, & discuss implications of data interpretation.


Units: 3Day: ONLINE Instructor: Brad ConnSection: DE

PSYCH505A Pre-Practicum

Description: This not-for-credit course meets one hour each week for a total of 15 hours. All second semester psychology students are required to enroll in this course. Provides first-year cohort continuity, support, & process during the second semester.

Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing Not for credit. Pass/No Pass only

Time: 4 PM To 4:50 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 0Day: R Instructor: Ashley ColemanSection: HY


PSYCH530 Psychopathology

Description: Reviews the current taxonomy of Western psychopathology across the lifespan. Introduces etiologies, prevalence, symptoms, & treatments. Opportunities to interact with various consumers & families of consumers of mental health services are provided.


Time: 5 PM To 7:50 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: R Instructor: Ashley ColemanSection: HY


PSYCH536 Marriage & Family Therapy I: Families

Description: Surveys contemporary, multicultural, & contextual analyses of major models of couples & family therapy, the integration of various approaches in relationship therapy, & the process & outcome research that document the state of MFT effectiveness.


Time: 5 PM To 7:50 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: W Instructor: Timothy LeslieSection: HY


PSYCH551 Theories II: Buddhist-Inspired Evidence-Based Practice

Description: A follow-up course to PSYCH 531, designed to expand students’ knowledge & experiences in counseling & helping skills.

Prerequisite(s): PSYCH531

Time: 5 PM To 7:50 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: T Instructor: Elizabeth BurkeSection: HY



PSYCH556 Marriage & Family Therapy II: Couples

Description: A continuation of PSYCH 536, expanding students’ systemic understanding of the major models of couples & family therapy.

Prerequisite(s): PSYCH536

Time: 6 PM To 8:50 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: W Instructor: Lara StrannahanSection: HY


PSYCH600 Group Psychotherapy

Description: Provides clinical understanding of group development, dynamics, & counseling theories. Discusses group leadership styles, basic & advanced methods & skills, & approaches to conducting group counseling as well as cultural/ethical issues & limitations.

Prerequisite(s): 18 units graduate work in Psychology or Buddhist Chaplaincy

Time: 5 PM To 7:50 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: R Instructor: Tara TarianSection: HY


PSYCH607 Advanced Seminar in Culture & Psychotherapy

Description: Expands awareness, knowledge, & skills in multicultural MFT competency & sensitivity, with a focus upon psychotherapeutic processes honoring diverse identities/experiences such as race, ethnicity, spirituality, sexual orientation, gender, & disability.

Prerequisite(s): 18 units graduate work in Psychology

Time: 5 PM To 7:50 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: M Instructor: Elizabeth BurkeSection: HY


PSYCH633 Sex, Sexuality, & Gender

Description: Seminar on human sexuality: the physiological, psychological, & sociocultural variables associated with sexual identity & sexual behavior, with an emphasis upon sexual dysfunctions.


Time: 6 PM To 8:50 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: R Instructor: Lara StrannahanSection: HY


PSYCH651 Buddhist Psychology & Addiction

Description: Examines the theories, etiology, assessment, diagnosis, & treatment of alcohol & substance use disorders & addiction through the lenses of resiliency, recovery, medical, & Buddhist psychology models, with special attention to co-occurring disorders.


Time: 6 PM To 8:50 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: T Instructor: Tom MoritzSection: HY



PSYCH700 Practicum

Description: Clinical experience at an approved practicum site with a focus on multicultural psychotherapy theory & related interventions. Coursework focuses on group consultation, assessment, case conceptualization, intervention, self-of-the-therapist, & self-care.

Prerequisite(s): 18 units & chair’s approval Approved practicum placement must provide quality supervision & training. PSYCH 700 & 710 must be taken

Time: 1 PM To 3:50 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: T Instructor: Ashley ColemanSection: HY


PSYCH710 Advanced Practicum

Description: Provides continued support for students’ hands-on clinical experience.

Prerequisite(s): PSYCH700 PSYCH 700 & 710 must be taken in consecutive semesters. Pass/No Pass only



PSYCH712 Continuing Practicum

Description: Provides continued support for students’ supervised clinical experience beyond the 6 units required for graduation. Units do not count toward graduation.

Prerequisite(s): Chair's approval Units not applicable to graduation. May be taken twice. Pass/No Pass only



REL322 Living Buddhism

Description: Half-semester course introduces students to the philosophy & practice of Buddhism in a contemporary setting. Culminates in a multi-day/night retreat at Hsi Lai Temple where students experience life in a contemplative setting.

Prerequisite(s): ENGL101 w/C or higher

Time: 2 PM To 4:50 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: F Instructor: De HongSection: REM

REL592 Myth & Mythology

Description: Explores the nature & function of myths & mythology in the history of religions with a focus on mythical expressions of a variety of themes, such as origin of the universe, origin of humans, death, evil & suffering, time & eternity, salvation.

Prerequisite(s): REL600 or 606; REL601; Waived for BC

Time: 9 AM To 11:50 AM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: R Instructor: Shou-Jen KuoSection: REM


REL600 History & Theory of the Study of Religion

Description: Explores how scholars have approached religious practice & thought within the traditions & within the academic community. Religion is examined in relation to cross-cultural studies as well as the competing claims of objective data & subjective awareness.


Time: 1 PM To 3:50 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: T Instructor: Shou-Jen KuoSection: REM

REL610 Seminar: Religion & Ethics

Description: Examines the relationship of religion & ethics & of religious issues in ethics.

Prerequisite(s): REL600 or 606

Time: 2:30 PM To 5:20 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: T Instructor: Darui LongSection: REM

REL622 Developments in Buddhist Philosophy

Description: Conducts philosophical & critical analysis of Buddhist thought, including topics such as philosophical justification &/or critiques of Buddhist ideas, Buddhist epistemology, ontology, & phenomenology.

Prerequisite(s): REL600 or 606

Time: 6 PM To 8:50 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: R Instructor: William ChuSection: REM

REL636 Seminar: Buddhist Texts in Translation

Description: Analysis & close reading of one or more Buddhist literary works in English translation, supplemented with relevant secondary scholarship. Topic to be announced each semester.

Prerequisite(s): REL600 or 606; Waived for BC May be taken three times for credit with advisor approval.

Time: 12 PM To 2:50 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: F Instructor: William ChuSection: REM

TOPIC: Early Buddhist Texts

REL640 Topics in Comparative Religion

Description: Comparative study of a religious concern or topic & examination of theoretical issues that emerge in comparative work. Topic to be announced each semester.


Time: 2:30 PM To 5:20 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: M Instructor: Darui LongSection: REM

TOPIC: Daoism & Buddhism


REL641 Topics in Buddhist Studies

Description: Seminar in special area of interest in Buddhist Studies. Topic to be announced each semester. Course may be taken a maximum of three times for credit with advisor approval.

Prerequisite(s): BTHE 600 or REL 600 May be taken three times for credit with advisor approval.

Units: 3 Instructor: Lewis Lancaster

Synchronous session week one and for presentations. Otherwise online.

Section: DE Day: ONLINE

TOPIC: Perfection of Wisdom [Prajnaparamita]

REL645 Seminar: Regional Buddhist Traditions

Description: A regional study of Buddhism & Buddhist traditions. Regional focus is announced each semester & may include India, Southeast Asia, Central Asia, & East Asia.


Time: 5 PM To 7:50 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: F Instructor: William ChuSection: 1 REM

TOPIC: East Asia

Time: 2 PM To 4:50 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: W Instructor: Miroj ShakyaSection: 2 REM

TOPIC: Indian Mahayana Buddhism

REL698B Dissertation Writing Seminar

Description: Review & develop strategies for dissertation writing. Topics include Buddhist-inspired strategies for writing & completing the dissertation. Students are expected to complete a solid draft of one chapter of their dissertation or analogous goal.

Prerequisite(s): Candidacy Status May be applied to research requirement multiple times. Pass/No Pass only

Time: 9 AM To 11:50 AM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: W Instructor: TBA TBASection: REM

REL710 Dissertation Research

Description: Research for the dissertation. Upon advancement to candidacy & after completion of all coursework, students maintain continuous enrollment by registering for this course each semester until successful completion of 12-unit research requirement.

Prerequisite(s): Candidacy Status Pass/No Pass only

Units: 3 Instructor: variousSection: x

REL715 Continuous Enrollment Research

Description: Required for PhD students who have successfully completed all course & research requirements but must remain in continuous enrollment each semester until completion of exam, dissertation, etc.

Prerequisite(s): Candidacy Status Not applicable to graduation. Pass/No Pass only

Units: 1-3 Instructor: variousSection: x


SPCH101 Oral Communication

Description: Training in clear & effective public speaking, including impromptu & extemporaneous styles. Students prepare & deliver engaging, audience-centered presentations. Emphasis on interpersonal communication as a building block to communicating publicly.

Prerequisite(s): ENGL100B w/B- or higher (if req'd) Minimum passing grade: C

Time: 5:30 PM To 6:50 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: M W Instructor: Jennifer AvilaSection: HY


SRVLG100 Service Learning

Description: Supervised service learning experiences in the local community. Examines social justice issues such as violence against women, hunger, homelessness, & environmental justice. Learning is both theoretical & experiential.

Prerequisite(s): none Pass/No Pass only

Time: 11 AM To 12:20 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 1Day: W Instructor: John FreeseSection: REM

TESOL430 Language Testing

Description: Explores language assessment principles & theories. Course focuses on analyzing & designing language skills test instruments for practical application in English learner classroom with an emphasis on test construction validity, reliability, & fairness.

Prerequisite(s): LANG301, TESOL400, & TESOL420

Time: 1 PM To 2:20 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: T R Instructor: Kim NguyenSection: HY


TESOL450 Syllabus & Material Design

Description: Focuses on curriculum, lesson planning, techniques & material design. Special emphasis is placed on course & syllabus construction, planning goals & objectives, & creating English language instructional activities & materials for classroom teaching.


Time: 3 PM To 5:50 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 3Day: T Instructor: Shana WrightSection: HY


TESOL460 Capstone: Practicum in TESOL

Description: Curriculum design for the English language learning classroom. Upon completion of the practicum, students undergo a comprehensive exam to complete the certificate program.


Units: 3 Instructor: Jonathan BerkSection: DE Day: ONLINE

Includes Comprehensive Exam


WELL100 Yoga for Body & Mind

Description: Basic Hatha Yoga includes pranayama (breathing techniques) combined with asanas (physical postures), meditation, & relaxation. Appropriate for all levels, emphasizing proper alignment, modifications, & restorative elements, renewing the mind & body.

Prerequisite(s): none Pass/No Pass only

Time: 11 AM To 12:20 PM Room: REMOTE Units: 1Day: M Instructor: Jenny HannahSection: REM

WEXP499 Work Experience

Description: For students working to gain skills & experience integral to their course of study. Performance evaluated by site supervisor & faculty of record.

Prerequisite(s): Chair's approval; DSO approval if F-1. May be taken twice. Credit not applicable to graduation . Pass/No Pass.

Units: 1 - 3 Instructor: variousSection: x CHAIR AND DSO APPROVAL REQUIRED

WEXP599 Advanced Work Experience

Description: For students working to gain skills & experience integral to their course of study. Performance evaluated by site supervisor & faculty of record.

Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing; Chair's approval; DSO approval if F-1. May be taken twice. Credit not applicable to graduation . Pass/No Pass.

Units: 1 - 3 Instructor: variousSection: x CHAIR AND DSO APPROVAL REQUIRED


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