Through data collection and use of that data to test hypotheses and to explore sociological alternatives, both oral and written communication skills are developed and strengthened. This course may be offered in alternate years. Providing a broad background in the principles of basic economic systems with emphasis on the American market system, principles and concepts studied in the course are used to analyze and evaluate the current economic situation. The historic and present role of both government and private financial institutions are examined to determine how they have influenced the economic system. This course may be offered in alternate years.
Foreign policy is analyzed to determine successful relations and problem areas in the world today.
Historical and current case studies are used to help students draw conclusions. The focus of the course is not limited to the international relations of the United States. This course may be offered in alternate years. Providing a broad, general introduction to psychology, this course emphasizes how the basic subject matter of psychology has been attained by scientific methods. The course examines patterns and variations of human behavior and the process of human development.