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Seton Hill University
Undergraduate Admissions
1 Seton Hill Drive
Box 991
Greensburg, PA 15601
(724) 838-4255 (phone)
(800) 826-6234 (toll free)
(724) 830-1294 (fax)
admit@setonhill.edu
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LIBERAL ARTS CURRICULUM
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COURSE |
CREDITS |
| LA 100 |
Basic Composition
This course teaches students the basic writing skills needed for college success, including grammar and composition. Students practice sentence construction (in the context of short writing assignments), paragraph construction, and the organization of ideas. They build on these basic skills by planning, writing, and revising short essays and experiencing writing as a multi-step process. The course also teaches several types of, purposes of, and audiences for general essays. Required for the Liberal Arts Curriculum. Fall and spring semesters. 3 credits.
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3 |
| LA 101 |
Seminar in Thinking & Writing
Students develop critical thinking skills in writing, reading, and speaking through the context of multiple points of view about cultural identities. Prerequisite: C- or better in SLA100 or score of 8 or higher on essay portion of SAT or ACT. Required for the Liberal Arts Curriculum. Fall and spring semesters. 3 credits.
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3 |
| LA 102 |
Connections
Component of first year experience; incorporates academic strategies and orientation to college life and resources. Fall and spring semesters. Corequisite: SLA100 or SLA101. 1 credit.
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1 |
| LA 150 |
Faith, Religion & Society
An exploration of the foundational roles of faith and spirituality in human growth and development and in the shaping of human cultures. Opportunity to engage with the spiritual traditions of Christianity, Judaism, and Islam. This course is strongly recommended for the first semester of enrollment. Fall and spring semesters, J-Term. 3 credits. Fee.
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3 |
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Mathematics |
3-4 |
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Language Study |
3-6 |
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Science with Laboratory |
3-4 |
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U.S. Cultures |
3 |
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Western Cultures |
6 |
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Global Perspectives |
3 |
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Artistic Expression |
3 |
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Theology |
3 |
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Philosophy |
3 |
| LA 400 |
Senior Integrative Seminar
A capstone seminar which provides students an opportunity to examine personal values in relationship to society. Students reflect on their discipline, pursuit of knowledge, and personal life philosophy. Seniors only. Fall, spring and summer, J-Term. 3 credits.
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3 |
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| Total Credits |
39-48 |
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THE INTERNATIONAL STUDIES MAJOR
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COURSE |
CREDITS |
| BU 240 |
International Business
Introduction to international business, focusing on the historical development of international trade, finance, the emergence of the multinational corporation, and conceptual frameworks within which businesses operate. Writing Intensive course. Fall and spring semesters and ADP session 1. 3 credits.
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3 |
| EC 102 |
Principles of Macroeconomics
Introduction to general equilibrium analyses, in particular, the policies that influence the level of aggregate output, unemployment, and price levels. International trade analysis. SEC101 strongly recommended as prerequisite. Basic algebra skills are recommended. Fall and spring semesters, and ADP sessions 2 and 5. 3 credits.
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3 |
| HY 106 |
Historical & Political Geography
An introduction to geographic thought with emphasis on the importance of geographical factors in history and politics. Spring semester. 3 credits.
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3 |
| IS 400 |
International Studies Project
Capstone course of the International Studies major, includes a research project which can be incorporated into the student’s portfolio. The focus of the project is on a significant topic determined by each student in consultation with the instructor. Spring semester, alternate years. 3 credits.
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3 |
| PS 235 |
Political Theory
A survey of Western political thought and philosophy with emphasis on modern political ideologies. Writing Intensive course. Prerequisite: SPS103. Spring semester. 3 credits.
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3 |
| PS 242 |
International Relations
Introductory analysis of major theories of international relations and their applications to current problems of world politics. Differing perspectives on the nature of the international system; the significance of power and global norms; patterns of conflict and cooperation between nations; and role and influence of non-state actors. Fall semester. Prerequisite: SPS103. 3 credits.
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| HU 105 |
Chinese Culture & Contemp. China
Introduces students to Chinese civilization and develops an awareness of cultural differences and similarities between Oriental and Western cultures. Satisfies the Global Perspectives requirement of the Liberal Arts Curriculum. Spring and fall semesters, odd-numbered years. 3 credits. Fee.
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3 |
| PL 280 |
Asian Perspectives
Explores Asian thought in Vedantic (Hindu), Confucian, Taoist, and Buddhist texts. Satisfies the Global Perspectives requirement of the Liberal Arts Curriculum. Fall semester. 3 credits.
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3 |
| RT 320 |
Religions of Asia
An introduction to the major religious traditions of South and East Asia, including Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism,Taoism, and Zen. Selected readings from their sacred writings and opportunity to experience the artistic forms and cultural riches of the religions of the East. Satisfies the Global Perspectives requirement of the Liberal Arts Curriculum. Spring semester. 3 credits.
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3 |
| RT 340 |
Third World Theologies
An immersion in theologies of liberation arising from experiences of massive poverty, injustice, and suffering in Latin America, Africa, and Asia and from the struggle to inculturate the gospel message in these world regions. Satisfies the Global Perspectives requirement of the Liberal Arts Curriculum. Fall semester. 3 credits.
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3 |
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| HY 307 |
African History and Culture
An overview of the cultural, political, and economic history of the African continent. Satisfies the Global Perspectives requirement of the Liberal Arts Curriculum. Fall semester, odd-numbered years. 3 credits.
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3 |
| HY 311 |
Russian and Soviet History
Survey begins with Peter the Great and continues through the break-up of the Soviet Union. Emphasis on research and writing. Satisfies the Global Perspectives requirement of the Liberal Arts Curriculum. Spring semester. 3 credits.
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3 |
| HY 340 |
The Middle East
This course focuses on the multifaceted dimensions of the modern Middle East, beginning with an historical overview of the ancient and medieval periods preceding it. The course examines the complex religious, cultural, and economic characteristics of the three major regions of the Middle East, and researches the roots of Middle Eastern tensions today. Satisfies the Global Perspectives requirement of the Liberal Arts Curriculum. Offered as needed. 3 credits.
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3 |
| HY 345 |
Modern Latin America
Surveys the political, economic, social, and cultural development of Latin America from the beginning of the independence period to the present. Satisfies the Global Perspectives requirement of the Liberal Arts Curriculum. Spring semester. 3 credits. Fee.
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3 |
| Plus minor in French or Spanish | 18 |
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| Total Credits |
48 |
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