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SOC 330 Sociology of Religion Spring Semester, even-numbered years
In this course, students will use a social psychological and structural approach to understand the nature of American religious systems. Using major theoretical perspectives such as authoritarian personality structure, conflict theory, and structural-functionalism, students will learn how to assess the impact of religion on the society and on groups within the society. Prerequisite: SOC 100 .
3 credit hours
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SOC 335 Research Methodology I Fall Semester
This course is the first of two research courses required for Behavioral Science majors. The course will introduce students to the concepts and principles of behavioral research. This knowledge will then be used to design research projects and collect data. Prerequisite: SOC 100 .
3 credit hours
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SOC 336 Quantitative Research Methods Fall and Spring semesters
This course will introduce students to basic quantitative data collection and analysis. The course will cover fundamentals of research design including sampling, survey construction, data collection, elementary statistical analysis, and report writing. Particular emphasis will be placed on the research process including defining the problem, determining appropriate research design, identifying a sampling strategy, data collection, data analysis, and report writing. The class will have a project format where students will apply these skills while working witha local community agency or organization. Prerequisite: SOC 100 .
3 credit hours
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SOC 337 Qualitative Research Methods Fall and Spring semesters
This course introduces students to techniques for collecting, interpreting and analyzing data using various qualitative research methods, including participant observation, in-depth interviewing, ethnography, and qualitative content analysis. The course will address the practical and ethical challenges of qualitative research, the roles of objectivity and subjectivity int he research process, and the significane of researcher reflexivity throughout the research process from question selection to presentation of findings. Students will learn strategies for gaining access to research populations, developing interview guides, writing field notes, and conducting qualitative data analysis. Students will also develop an informed understand of the relationship between theory and research in qualitative methodology. Prerequisite: SOC 100 .
3 credit hours
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SOC 340 Urban Sociology Spring Semester, odd-numbered years
A study of the sociological development of modern cities and the impact of urbanization and urban problems on individuals, groups, and neighborhood or community formation. Prerequisite: SOC 100 .
3 credit hours
Satisfies Constellation - Community for “Generation Next”
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SOC 375 Social Stratification Fall Semester
This course introduces students to classical and contemporary sociological theories that aim to explain the origins and persistence of social, economic and political inequality. Employing a historical-comparative perspective, the course examines: the ways in which societies rank human populations; patterned distributions of income and wealth; the consequences of inequality for individuals and groups; the relative importance of economic, political and social forces inc reating and sustaining inequality; the structured and intersectional character of inequalities of class, race, ethnicity, gender, and sexual orientation; and the use of social policy to intensify or to mitigate inequality. Prerequisite: SOC 100
3 credit hours
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SOC 420-422 Selected Topics In Sociology Fall-Spring Semesters
Selected Topics in Sociology is a course designed to meet the special interests of students and faculty. Each semester a different topic will be studied, such as gender studies, victimology, and grant writing. Prerequisite: SOC 100 .
3 credit hours
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SOC 436 Applied Volunteer Management Fall and Spring Semesters
This course will enable students to develop the knowledge and skills necessary for recruiting and managing volunteers and for developing sustained partnerships with community organizations. Students enrolled in this course will work with specific agencies and/or projects to build strong college/community partnershiops with local organizations addressing the pressing needs of York City residents. Students have responsibility for providing ongoing YCP volunteer involvement to partner agencies through developing and implementing projects, and supporting volunteers through education and reflection. Prerequisite: SOC 220 .
3 credit hours
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SOC 490 Sociology Seminar
This seminar is designed to provide graduating seniors with opportunities to integrate both the theories and the research techniques acquired during their college experiences. Seniors will participate in discussions, do original research, and present their findings to the class and or community groups. Prerequisite: Major of senior standing or permission of instructor.
3 credit hours
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SOC 495 Sociology Internship Fall-Spring Semesters
A program that provides on-the-job experiences to qualified students in the application of behavioral sciences. The student spends a minimum of 120 hours per semester with a selected agency. The internship provides an opportunity to explore job possibilities as well as make academic work more meaningful. Prerequisite: Students are required to spend a minimum of 120 hours work on site. Students must have earned 60 or more credits and a minimum of 2.5 cumulative grade point average at the time of application. Students must meet the College requirements for all internships.
3 credit hours
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SOC 496 Sociology Internship Fall-Spring Semesters
A program that provides on-the-job experiences to qualified students in the application of behavioral sciences. The student spends a minimum of 120 hours per semester with a selected agency. The internship provides an opportunity to explore job possibilities as well as make academic work more meaningful. Prerequisite: Students are required to spend a minimum of 120 hours work on site. Students must have earned 60 or more credits and a minimum of 2.5 cumulative grade point average at the time of application. Students must meet the College requirements for all internships.
3 credit hours
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SOC 498 Independent Study Fall-Spring Semesters
The Independent Study Program affords an opportunity for the student who wishes to undertake a well-defined research project. While the student conducts his work under the guidance of a faculty member of his own choosing, the project is carried out in an independent manner without regular class meetings. Effective independent study is characterized by a reduction in formal instruction and an increase in the individual student’s responsibility and initiative in the learning process. Prerequisite: SOC 100 Students must have earned 60 or more credits and a minimum of 2.5 cumulative grade point average at the time of application.
1-3 credit hours each semester
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SOC 499 Independent Study Fall-Spring Semesters
The Independent Study Program affords an opportunity for the student who wishes to undertake a well-defined research project. While the student conducts his work under the guidance of a faculty member of his own choosing, the project is carried out in an independent manner without regular class meetings. Effective independent study is characterized by a reduction in formal instruction and an increase in the individual student’s responsibility and initiative in the learning process. Prerequisite: SOC 100 Students must have earned 60 or more credits and a minimum of 2.5 cumulative grade point average at the time of application.
1-3 credit hours each semester
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SPM 125 Introduction to Sport Management Fall-Spring Semesters
This course is an introduction to the body of knowledge associated with pursing the diverse career options available in the global sport industry. It focuses on the foundational knowledge needed in the areas of management, marketing, finance, economics, law and ethics. Students will begin to develop and demonstrate this content as applied in the various sectors of the industry through participation in cooperative and collaborative activities, and development of skills in written, oral and visual communication.
3 credit hours
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SPM 130 Sport in Society Fall-Spring Semesters
This course is an introduction to the social relations within the institution of sport. This course is designed to provide students with the foundational knowledge to understand the relationship between sport and the society in which it is embedded. It focuses on history and the central theories used to study sport in the global society, and sport issues such as socialization, children in sport, deviance and violence, gender, social class, media, politics, religion and the economy. Students will begin to develop and demonstrate this understanding through applying knowledge learned of sport social issues to solve these issues in an ethical and socially responsible manner. Students will develop skills in written, oral and visual communication, will learn to work in a cooperative and collaborative manner, and use technology in a more skillful manner.
3 credit hours
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SPM 150 Sport Management Practicum I Fall and Spring Semesters
This is an experiential course in which the entry-level sport management major takes part in practical athletic event management tasks and engages in focused reflection through academic work to construct the knowledge, skills and values needed by professionals in the sport management industry. The assigned athletic event management tasks are predominantly completed on-campus.
1 credit hour
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SPM 151 Sport Management Practicum II Fall and Spring Semesters
This is an experiential course in which the entry-level sport management major continues his/her development by taking part in expanded practical athletic event management tasks and engages in focused reflection through academic work to construct the knowledge, skills and values needed by professionals in the sport management industry. The assigned athletic event management tasks are predominantly completed on-campus. Prerequisite: SPM 150
1 credit hour
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SPM 205 Responding to Emergencies Fall-Spring Semesters
This course provides basic level, first responder skills to enable students to provide immediate care for a sick or injured person. It will allow students to demonstrate an understanding of the skills necessary to provide immediate care of the sick and injured as well as basic anatomy and physiology of the human body, and an orientation in safety. Nationally recognized certification in First Aid, AED, and CPR will be awarded upon successful completion of the course and the satisfying of the certifying agencies’ requirements.
3 credit hours
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SPM 225 Communication in Sport
This communication class will provide sport management students the opportunity to communicate in field-specific forms. The course will prepare students to succeed from a communication standpoint within the sport management major as well as within the field. Prerequisite: FCO 105 and SPM 125 .
3 credit hours
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SPM 230 Concepts of Social Media Platforms Fall Semester
Students will be introduced to a variety of social media theories/platforms and their use in the sport/hospitality/recreation industries. They will take these concepts and review social media strategies from across the sport industry. Students develop an individualized social media campaign to grow their personal brand and create a social media campaign for a given sport organization.
3 credit hours
Satisfies Constellation - Media & Popular Culture for “Generation Next”
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SPM 250 Sport Management Practicum III Fall and Spring Semesters
This is an experiential course that allows the mid-level sport management major to build on the competencies developed in SPM150/151 through experience in hands-on supervisory and leadership positions and focused reflection through academic work. Students may have the opportunity to choose practical work that fits theirs areas of professional interest; all opportunities available in the course are designed for students to develop more advanced knowledge, skills, and values held by professionals in the sport management industry. The practical work for this course is predominately completed on campus. Prerequisite: SPM 151
1 credit hour
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SPM 251 Sport Management Practicum IV Fall and Spring Semesters
This is an experiential course that allows the mid-level sport management major to build on the competencies developed in SPM150/151/250 through experience in hands-on supervisory and leadership positions and focused reflection through academic work. Students may have the opportunity to choose practical work that fits theirs areas of professional interest; all opportunities available in the course are designed for students to develop more advanced knowledge, skills, and values held by professionals in the sport management industry. The practical work for this course is predominately completed on campus. Prerequisite: SPM 250
1 credit hour
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SPM 300 International Sport and Entertainment Spring semester, every other year
Sport and entertainment are international industries. This class provides an opportunity for students to compare management practices in sport and entertainment cross-culturally. Further, it allows for an interdisciplinary perspective in understanding global sport and entertainment. Sample topics include cross-cultural comparisons of sport and entertainment’s historical origins, sociocultural dimensions, management and governance practices, sales and marketing strategies, and fan/attendee behavior. The course encompasses an international short-term study abroad component. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.
3 credit hours
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SPM 302 Principles of Athletic Coaching Spring Semester
A course designed to supply students with an ethically and educationally sound philosophy underlying the inclusion of competitive athletics in the education program. It is designed to provide a background of psychological and physiological insights to enable the beginning coach to effectively teach individual and group motor skills.
3 credit hours
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SPM 303 Management Strategies and Prevention of Sport Injuries Spring Semester
This course is designed to provide the student with insights and skills necessary to handle basic sport injury situations through the understanding of sports medicine related management situations, management skills, risk management, and prevention of common sports injuries and illnesses. Emphasis will be placed on the management and prevention skills needed as an athletic administrator or coach.
3 credit hours
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SPM 310 Sport Behavior Fall Semester
This course is a survey and analysis of the principles, theories, and applications associated with sport and the exercise behavior. Study, research, and discussion of participants, group processes, and sport/exercise environments will lead to a greater understanding of the psychological factors that enhance and impede individual and team performance. Prerequisite: SPM 130 Sport in Society
3 credit hours
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SPM 320 Sport Administration and Management Practices Spring Semester
This course provides an overview of practical applications of management theory in the sport environment. Areas of focus include: personnel decisions, financial issues, and computer applications in sport. Prerequisite: MGT 150 Principles of Management and SPM 125
3 credit hours
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SPM 325 Facility and Event Management Spring Semester
An analysis of the management process involved in the designing and managing of a sport facility as well as the skills and processes associated with administering a sport event whether it be participant-centered (e.g. road race, youth tennis tournament) or spectator-centered (e.g., college football game, basketball game, professional golf tournament). Prerequisite: SPM 125 Introduction to Sport or with permission of the instructor
3 credit hours
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SPM 330 Sport Marketing Fall Semester
This course provides an overview of the various techniques and strategies of marketing in the sport environment. Areas to be covered include the processes of the sport marketing planning model, the segmentation process, the identification of target markets, database and relationship marketing, the major concepts of sport marketing, and the development of the sport marketing mix and sponsorship packages. Prerequisite: MKT 100 and SPM 125
3 credit hours
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SPM 335 Sport Sales and Ticket Operations Fall-Spring Semesters
The course is designed to teach students various sales and marketing techniques to help them in their pursuit of employment. It will cover ticket distribution, customer service, ticketing software as well as a real-life ticket sales campaign. The course will also cover the roles of negotiation and arbitration in the sport industry. It will provide the students with a background in salary disputes, as well as the importance of these skills in resolving disputes in both professional and international sport. Prerequisite: MKT 100 .
3 credit hours
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SPM 340 Financing Sport Operations Fall-Spring Semesters
This course develops an analysis of financial concepts and theories and their application in the professional, intercollegiate, and commercial sport industries. Topics include revenues and expenses of professional, intercollegiate, and private sport industries; issues impacting these revenues and expenses; budgeting methods; economic impact; fundraising at the intercollegiate level; ownership in sport and public and private funding for non-profit sport programs. Prerequisite: SPM 125 and ECO 200 .
3 credit hours
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SPM 350 Public and Media Relations in Sport Spring Semester
This course provides an analysis of the role of the media and public relations in sport organizations. The appropriate methods and theories will be presented as well as their application in the professional, intercollegiate, and commercial sport industries. The relationship between sport organizations and the print and electronic media will be explored and how that relationship is vital to the success of the sport organization will be emphasized. Prerequisite: SPM 225 Communication in Sport
3 credit hours
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SPM 362 Lifeguard Instructor Spring Semester
This course will train students to teach basic-level lifeguarding to others. In addition it will prepare students to instruct waterfront lifeguarding, water park lifeguarding, and to serve as a shallow water attendant. In addition to providing the student with first aid instruction, this course will provide instructor training in lifeguard management, CPR/AED for the professional rescuer, the emergency administration of oxygen, dealing with blood borne pathogens, disease prevention, and basic water rescue. Students will use course materials to develop and conduct training sessions and will learn to evaluate the learning progress of trainees in a professional level training program. Prerequisite: PE 124 or equivalent certification. Recommended SPM 260 .
3 credit hours
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SPM 370 Special Topics in Sport Management Fall Semester
This course examines issues in the field of sport and sport management as they affect individuals, culture, and society. The specific topic for the course changes from semester to semester according to faculty and student interest. Topics such as race and gender in sport as well as current trends and issues are possible topics. Introduction to Sport Management, and/or Sport Behavior are recommended as a strong foundation before enrolling, but are not prerequisites.
3 credit hours
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SPM 401 Professional Development Fall-Spring Semesters
This course is designed for the Sport Management major. Emphasis will be placed on the most relevant issues and concerns of the Sport Management industry. Topics will include the analysis of internship and career goals; the development of a professional portfolio; a resume, a cover letter; and experience with interviewing techniques and business etiquette. Prerequisite: Sport Management majors only or with permission of the instructor; SPM 330 with a grade of 2.0 or higher; course must be taken one or two semesters before SPM 480 .
1 credit hour
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SPM 402 Youth Sports Administration Fall and Spring Semesters
This is a culminating course that builds upon previous course work and experiences, and facilitates students’ understanding of the challenges and responsibilites a youth sports administrator, manager or coach will need to properly administer and manage youth sport programs. Abilities are demonstrated through student work that will reflect the standards of National Youth Sports Administrators Association and other you sport associations. Special attention will be paid to the impact that organized youth sports have on our society and the role the youth sports administrator plays in producing high quality, healthy, beneficial programs for young athletes. Topics will include: developing a program philosophy, managing coaches, parents, risk, finances, youth sports events, and current issues in youth sports administration. Prerequisite: PSY 221 , SPM 302 , or permission by instructor.
3 credit hours
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SPM 425 Legal Aspects of Sport Fall Semester
An overview of the legal aspects related to the sport environment. Areas of study include constitutional law, legislative enactments, and case law related to sport and the administration of sport programs; contracts; labor agreements; product liability; tort law; and risk management. Prerequisite: Sport Management majors only or with permission of the instructor; senior status in Sport Management.
3 credit hours
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SPM 470 Sport Management Senior Seminar
This seminar is designed to provide sport management seniors with the opportunity to integrate and apply previous coursework in the major. It serves to prepare students for success in the capstone internship and post-graduation through an emphasis on personal professional development and advanced skill in applying sport management theory to practice. Seminar should be taken prior to SPM475 and SPM480. Prerequisite: SPM 330 and SPM 350 . Corequisite: SPM 425 .
3 credit hours
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SPM 475 Ethics and Current Issues in Sport Fall-Spring-Summer Semesters
A seminar examining current research, issues, reform movements, trends, and ethical dilemmas in the sport management field. Topics will include issues in intercollegiate athletics, the Olympic Movement, high school sport, and private sector. Reading current texts and articles, discussion, reaction papers and evaluation of the opinions of experts in the field will be used as the foundation for the course. Prerequisite: Sport Management majors only or with permission of the instructor; senior status in Sport Management major. Corequisite: SPM 480 .
3 credit hours
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SPM 480 Work Experience in Sport Management Fall-Spring-Summer Semesters
This capstone experiential learning course for senior Sport Management majors enables the student to utilize theories and applied practice learned throughout the Sport Management program’s curriculum in a culminating internship. This is a full academic semester experience consisting of 450-500 hours of work experience. It is taken concurrently with SPM 475 and no other courses may be taken during the work experience semester. Prerequisite: Sport Management majors only or with permission of the instructor; Senior status in Sport Management major. Corequisite: SPM 475 .
9 credit hours
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SPM 481 Internship
This course provides an elective opportunity to complete a planned and supervised experience in a sport management setting where the student will work 120 hours under the mentorship of a sport professional and complete corresponding reflective academic work. The opportunity is designed to apply student course knowledge, skill and ability in a professional work environment. Prerequisite: 60 or more earned credits and a 2.5 GPA at the time of application and permission of the faculty and completed application paperwork.
3 credit hours
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SPM 498 Independent Study
This course allows for independent investigations of current issues, trends, or problems facing the sport management field. Sample topics may include enhanced marketing or management strategies, sociocultural issues in sport, or emerging risk and legal implications. Prerequisite: 60 or more earned credits and a 2.5 cumulative GPA at the time of application and permission of the faculty and completed application paperwork.
1-3 credit hours
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SPM 499 Independent Study
This course allows for independent investigations of current issues, trends, or problems facing the sport management field. Sample topics may include enhanced marketing or management strategies, sociocultural issues in sport, or emerging risk and legal implications. Prerequisite: 60 or more earned credits and a 2.5 cumulative GPA at the time of application and permission of the faculty and completed application paperwork.
1-3 credit hours
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SCM 240 Logistics Fall Semester
Logistics is the study of the movement of goods through the value-added system. The goal of logistics is to maximize customer service while minimizing distribution costs. In today’s environment, most organizations find that their suppliers and/or their markets are global. For this reason, the course pays special attention to the special concerns of international distribution. Prerequisite: Completion of MKT 100 and MGT 150 with a grade of 2.0 or higher.
3 credit hours
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SCM 300 Operations Management Fall-Spring Semesters
A course that focuses on the management of resources required to produce products and services within the framework of an organizational structure. The principles of operational processes, product/service development, forecasting, facility and layout, planning, job design/work measurement, materials management, quality control, and research techniques are covered. This course is a writing/communication-intensive course. This course will include a non-credit communications laboratory that will meet outside of the normal class time. Prerequisite: ACC 225 , ECO 201 , MKT 100 , MGT 150 , and QBA 265 or EGR 305 with grades of 2.0 or higher.
3 credit hours
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SCM 310 Purchasing Management Spring Semester
Purchasing Management encompasses the processes, common to all businesses, by which organizations are supplied with the goods and services, including utilities, capital equipment, supplies, materials, and purchased parts, needed to achieve their objectives. Prerequisite: Completion of SCM 300 with a grade of 2.0 or higher.
3 credit hours
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SCM 320 Lean Systems Fall Semester
This course discusses how lean methodologies can eliminate waste. The focus of the course is on the application of lean tools in service and manufacturing settings. Topics include 5S, POUS, standardized work, SMED, Kaizen, value stream mapping, level loading, and Kanban. Prerequisite: Completion of MGT 150 , and QBA 260 with grades of 2.0 or higher.
3 credit hours
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SCM 325 Business Process Management and Control Spring Semester
This course covers all facets of managing business processes. Topics covered include voice of customer, project management, process control, design of experiments, DMAIC, design for Six Sigma (including quality function deployment and robust design). Prerequisite: Completion of QBA 260 or EGR 305 with a grade of 2.0 or higher.
3 credit hours
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SCM 445 Operations in Service Organizations Spring Semester
This course provides an introduction to the functional area of production and operations management as practiced in service organizations. Topics include service strategy, positioning and marketing services, locating facilities, service quality, and managing demand and supply. Prerequisite: Completion of QBA 260 and SCM 300 with a grade of 2.0 or higher.
3 credit hours
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SCM 480 Advanced Operations Management
This course is the culmination of the concepts and theories covered in the operations track of the Supply Chain Operations major. Subject areas such as total quality management, just-in-time management, operations system design, flexible operation systems and statistical process control are merged. In addition, emerging operations methodologies are integrated into the course content where applicable. Prerequisite: Completion of , SCM 300 , and with a grade of 2.0 or higher.
3 credit hours
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SCM 481 Enterprise Resource Planning Spring Semester
This course covers both theoretical and practical aspects of managing and evaluating the activities necessary for managing the operations, purchasing, and sales functions within an organization. Topics included in this course are advance principles of demand management, sales and operations planning, master scheduling, and dsitribution planning. Tools and techniques for planning of inventory and planning techniques such as MRP, CRP, lean and Theory of Constraints (TOC) are also covered. In addition students are given an opportunity to work with an ERP software to manage the weekly production planning and control activities associated with manufacturing organizations. Prerequisite: SCM 300 and SCM 320 . Corequisite: SCM 480 .
3 credit hours
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SCM 485 Special Studies in Supply Chain Operations Management
This is a senior level course designed to examine concepts and research concerned with special issues in either the supply chain management or operations management discipline. Specific topics and faculty leaders will vary based upon the needs and or interests of a minimum number of students. This work may consist of papers based on the student’s knowledge of topics gained through academic research or experiential activities. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor
3 credit hours
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SCM 486 Special Studies in Supply Chain Operations Management
This is a senior level course designed to examine concepts and research concerned with special issues in either the supply chain management or operations management discipline. Specific topics and faculty leaders will vary based upon the needs and or interests of a minimum number of students. This work may consist of papers based on the student’s knowledge of topics gained through academic research or experiential activities.
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
3 credit hours
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SCM 487 Special Studies in Supply Chain Operations Management
This is a senior level course designed to examine concepts and research concerned with special issues in either the supply chain management or operations management discipline. Specific topics and faculty leaders will vary based upon the needs and or interests of a minimum number of students. This work may consist of papers based on the student’s knowledge of topics gained through academic research or experiential activities. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
3 credit hours
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SCM 488 Special Studies in Supply Chain Operations Management
This is a senior level course designed to examine concepts and research concerned with special issues in either the supply chain management or operations management discipline. Specific topics and faculty leaders will vary based upon the needs and or interests of a minimum number of students. This work may consist of papers based on the student’s knowledge of topics gained through academic research or experiential activities. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
3 credit hours
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SCM 489 Special Studies in Supply Chain Operations Management
This is a senior level course designed to examine concepts and research concerned with special issues in either the supply chain management or operations management discipline. Specific topics and faculty leaders will vary based upon the needs and or interests of a minimum number of students. This work may consist of papers based on the student’s knowledge of topics gained through academic research or experiential activities. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
3 credit hours
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SCM 490 Internship in Supply Chain Operations Management Fall-Spring Semesters
This course consists of planned and supervised on-the-job experience in the application of supply chain operations skills and knowledge. Students will reflect upon the experience and put it into context with the theories and applications of supply chain operations. Internships require students to meet periodically with a faculty advisor, provide a written deliverable and participate in an end-of-internship evaluation. Prerequisite: Junior standing and departmental approval of each student participant’s individual program. Students are required to spend a minimum of 120 hours work on site. Students must have earned 60 or more credits and a minimum of 2.5 cumulative grade point average at the time of application. Grading will be pass/fail.
3 credit hours
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SCM 491 Internship in Supply Chain Operations Management Fall-Sprng Semesters
This course consists of planned and supervised on-the-job experience in the application of supply chain operations skills and knowledge. Students will reflect upon the experience and put it into context with the theories and applications of supply chain operations. Internships require students to meet periodically with a faculty advisor, provide a written deliverable and participate in an end-of-internship evaluation. Prerequisite: Junior standing and departmental approval of each student participant’s individual program. Students are required to spend a minimum of 120 hours work on site. Students must have earned 60 or more credits and a minimum of 2.5 cumulative grade point average at the time of application. Grading will be pass/fail.
3 credit hours
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SCM 495 Continuous Improvement Consulting Spring Semester
This course is a capstone course for students interested in continuous improvement. In this course students apply continuous improvement techniques to real-life projects at selected cooperating organizations. Teams meet on a weekly basis with the instructor. Students write a report and present their findings to the sponsoring organization. Prerequisite: Completion of SCM 320 and SCM 300 or SCM 325 with grades of 2.0 or higher.
3 credit hours
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SES 381 Independent Study in Sustainability and Environmental Studies
An SES independent study offers students an opportunity to undertake a well-defined research project in one of the fields of sustainability and environmental studies. Students conduct their work under the guidance of a faculty member of their own choosing, and the project is carried out in an independent manner without regular class meetings. Effective independent study is characterized by a reduction in formal instruction and an increase in the individual student’s responsibility and initiative in the learning process. Prerequisite: Students must have earned 60 or more credits and a minimum of 2.5 cumulative grade point average at the time of application and PSC 202 or permission of the instructor is required.
1 to 6 credit hours
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SES 382 Independent Study in Sustainability and Environmental Studies
An SES independent study offers students an opportunity to undertake a well-defined research project in one of the fields of sustainability and environmental studies. Students conduct their work under the guidance of a faculty member of their own choosing, and the project is carried out in an independent manner without regular class meetings. Effective independent study is characterized by a reduction in formal instruction and an increase in the individual student’s responsibility and initiative in the learning process. Prerequisite: Students must have earned 60 or more credits and a minimum of 2.5 cumulative grade point average at the time of application and PSC 202 or permission of the instructor is required.
1 to 6 credit hours
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SES 491 Internship in Sustainability and Environmental Studies
An SES internship requires that students engage in supervised academic study through participation in an applied setting. The internship is designed to introduce students to the broad range of sustainability and environmental studies opportunities available in public or private agencies within the community. Prerequisite: Students are required to spend a minimum of 120 hours work on site. Students must have earned 60 or more credits and a minimum of 2.5 cumulative grade point average at the time of application.
3 credit hours
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SES 492 Internship in Sustainability and Environmental Studies
An SES internship requires that students engage in supervised academic study through participation in an applied setting. The internship is designed to introduce students to the broad range of sustainability and environmental studies opportunities available in public or private agencies within the community. Prerequisite: Students are required to spend a minimum of 120 hours work on site. Students must have earned 60 or more credits and a minimum of 2.5 cumulative grade point average at the time of application.
3 credit hours
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THE 121 Stagecraft Fall Semester
This course is an introduction to the craft of technical theatre through hands-on learning, lecture and readings. Through practical application students will learn the safe and appropriate use of theatrical and shop equipment. The course will include a history of staging technologies, functions of the creative team and production staff, and overviews of the tech process including scenery construction, lighting, sound, stage management, scenic painting and theatrical design.
3 credit hours
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THE 150 Movement for the Stage Fall Semester
This course teaches the student the latest in movement techniques including Viewpoints, Suzuki and yoga. Students may also study stage combat, physical warmups and renaissance dance to increase artistic expression and assist in character development.
3 credit hours
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THE 152 Theatre Practicum Fall-Spring semesters
This course involves hands-on experience in lighting and sound control, backstage management, stage and properties movement, costume preparation and cleaning, scenic and lighting preparation, box office management and performance.
1 credit hour
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THE 153 Theatre Practicum Fall-Spring semesters
This course involves hands-on experience in lighting and sound control, backstage management, stage and properties movement, costume preparation and cleaning, scenic and lighting preparation, box office management and performance.
1 credit hour
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THE 154 Introduction to Theatre Fall-Spring Semesters
This course is an introduction to the world of theatre and performance. Through group discussions, activities, reading assignments, quizzes, and exams students become familiar with the nature and history of theatre including its discipline-specific vocabulary and theoretical perspectives. Students write scenes with dialogue and present them to the class using the format of the Federal Theatre Project and write performance reviews after attending Theatre Division shows.
3 credit hours
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THE 155 Acting Fall-Spring Semesters
This course will give students an understanding of Stanislavsky’s method, which they will apply in monologues and scene work. Students will analyze departmental productions and will share a sense of self through their art.
3 credit hours
Satisfies Constellation - Creativity & The Arts for “Generation Next”
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THE 221 Production Management Fall Semester, every other year
This course examines the role of the stage and production managers and their responsibilities in a theatrical setting. Through the use of real life scenarios and advanced technology students will learn organizational and administrative skills to ensure successful performances.
3 credit hours
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THE 222 Costume Construction
This course is an introduction to the fundamentals of costume technology and the development of the basic skills needed to create costumes for all theatre genres. The course provides an introduction to Costume Shop techniques and procedures. Through assigned projects, students learn basic machine and hand-sewing techniques, pattern development, fabric identification and selection, and all aspects of costume building from rendering to finished project. The content provides an overview of related subjects such as millinery, costume props, and accessories.
3 credit hours
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THE 223 Costume Crafts and Properties Spring Semester
This course will challenge students to learn, practice and hone the techniques used to create costume crafts and personal props for theatre. Students will develop skills in mask making, leather work, fabric manipulation, jewelry making, sewing, and creation of hand props to be utilized in main stage productions. Sustainable practices will be utilized and researched. All projects will focus on the safe use of tools and materials.
3 credit hours
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THE 225 Make-up for Theatre Fall
This course studies the aestetics, materials, and procedures of state make-up involving: basic application, corrective and aging techniques, basic prostetics, three-dimensional techniques, period make-up, the design and creation of non-realistic character make-up, the construction of beards and moustaches, and make up for opera and ballet. Students will analyze texts for character development and make-up design, then create a finished design for presentation to the class.
3 credit hours
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THE 252 Theatre Practicum Fall-Spring Semesters
This course involves hands-on experience in lighting and sound control, backstage management, stage and properties movement, costume preparation and cleaning, scenic and lighting preparation, box office management, and performance. Prerequisite: THE 152 or THE 153
1 credit hour
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THE 253 Theatre Practicum Fall-Spring Semesters
This course involves hands-on experience in lighting and sound control, backstage management, stage and properties movement, costume preparation and cleaning, scenic and lighting preparation, box office management, and performance. Prerequisite: THE 152 or THE 153
1 credit hour
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THE 255 Scene Study Fall semester, every other year
This advanced scene study class allows the student to build on the tools they gained in Acting to stretch their abilities as they attack more difficult acting problems. They will learn how to use their technique and apply it to performance. Students will focus on text analysis, understanding subtext and making actable choices that are supported by the given circumstances of the narrative in both contemporary and classic writers. Out of class rehearsal time is required. Prerequisite: THE 155 or permission of the instructor.
3 credit hours
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THE 275 Playwriting
This course gives students guided practice in the principles and stylistic conventions of playwriting. Students read a number of monologues and short plays; learn about modern and contemporary playwrights, and explore different theories of playwriting which will result in a short performance piece. Students will have the opportunity to submit their plays to contests and festivals across the country. This course is cross-listed as CRW 275 . Prerequisite: FCO 105
3 credit hours
Satisfies Constellation - Aesthetics & Creativity for “Generation Next”
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THE 291 Script Analysis and Dramaturgy Fall semester, every other year
This study of dramatic structure and methods of script analysis is a preparation for writing, directing, designing and performing. Students will read plays and explore different tools for understanding them, including Ball’s backwards-and-forwards analysis, Aristotle and Stanislavski-based concepts. Students will also engage in production dramaturgy, give a research presentation and articulate the role of the dramaturg in production. Prerequisite: THE 154
3 credit hours
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THE 300 Arts Administration Spring Semester
This course focuses on the many administrative areas integral to run a successful nonprofit arts organization including marketing, development, fiscal management, planning, and audience engagement. At the conclusion of this course, students should be able to articulate various career paths in arts management, understand how arts administrators assist in selling and funding art and artists, and discuss current topics in arts management as they relate to work that interests each particular student. Prerequisite: FCO 105 , THE 154 or by permission of instructor
3 credit hours
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THE 320 Scene Design Spring Semester, even-numbered years
Introduction to the fundamental concepts of scenic design. Students will develop the skills needed to design sets for both traditional and modern theatre spaces. Design projects will focus on script analysis, design theory, research techniques, history of architectural styles, rendering and model building, problem solving and collaborative design. Students will synthesize analysis and research into cohesive designs for presentation to the class.
3 credit hours
Satisfies Constellation - Aesthetics & Creativity for “Generation Next”
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THE 321 Lighting Design Spring Semester, odd-numbered years
Introduction to the basic principles of lighting design. Practical projects will allow students to develop design techniques for multiple venues. This course includes script analysis pertinent to lighting design and effects, collaborative design, color theory, basic design concepts, control systems, electrical theory, the mechanics of lighting instruments, and presentation.
3 credit hours
Satisfies Constellation - Creativity & The Arts for “Generation Next”
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THE 322 Costume Design Spring Semester, even-numbered years
Introduction to the fundamental concepts of costume design. Design projects will challenge students to apply these concepts to solve problems in the design process and create costumes for all theatre genres. Design projects will focus on script analysis, research techniques, history of fashion and style, renderings, and collaborative designs. Students will present design projects to the class and compile finished designs into a professional portfolio.
3 credit hours
Satisfies Constellation - Aesthetics & Creativity for “Generation Next”
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THE 352 Theatre Practicum Fall-Spring Semesters
This course involves hands-on experience in lighting and sound control, backstage management, stage and properties movement, costume preparation and cleaning, scenic and lighting preparation, box office management, and performance. Prerequisite: THE 252 or THE 253
1 credit hour
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THE 353 Theatre Practicum Fall-Spring Semesters
This course involves hands-on experience in lighting and sound control, backstage management, stage and properties movement, costume preparation and cleaning, scenic and lighting preparation, box office management, and performance. Prerequisite: THE 252 or THE 253
1 credit hour
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THE 354 Theatre History Spring semester, every other year
This course provides an overview of the origin and development of theatre from the ancient Greeks through modern times. Theatre architecture, design concepts, acting styles and significant dramatic works will be explored. This course also includes the discussion of theatre traditions of non-Western cultures and what contemporary theatre owes to its historical antecedents. Prerequisite: THE 154 and FCO 105 .
3 credit hours
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THE 355 Classical Acting Spring Semester
This course for the advanced student actor focuses on techniques essential for developing roles from classical texts with a particular emphasis on the plays of Shakespeare. Characterization, text analysis and scansion will be covered. Prerequisite: THE 155 or permission of instructor.
3 credit hours
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THE 363 Theatre Directing Fall semester, odd numbered years
In this course, the history and theory of directing will be researched and applied as students gain practical experience directing scripted scenes and short plays. The semester will culminate in preparing a final project for public performance. Time outside of class may be required for rehearsals, tech and performance.
3 credit hours
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THE 380 Special Topics in Theatre
Specific content changes from semester to semester and may be suggested by faculty or student interest, for example, World Drama, Contemporary Drama, Experimental Theatre/Performance Art, and theatre defined by geography, technology, language, or playwright.
3 credit hours
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THE 410 Western Theatre Fall Semester, odd-numbered years
In this course, dramas by Moliere, Racine, Schiller, Goldoni, Gozzi, Lope de Vega, Calderon, Gorki, Gogol, Beaumarchais, Hugo, and other well-known European playwrights will be read, discussed, and performed. Historical staging and acting conventions of the scripts will be highlighted. Prerequisite: FCO 105 and THE 154
3 credit hours
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THE 415 Non-Western Theatre Spring Semester, even-numbered years
This course will consist of readings, discussions, and DVD viewings of important works from India, China, Japan, and Indonesia along with practice in kabuki and noh movement, music and mask work. Connections of non-Western theatre’s acting and staging conventions with contemporary Western avant-garde theatre will be made. Prerequisite: FCO 105 and THE 154
3 credit hours
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THE 416 Modern & Contemporary Drama
This course is a study of modern and contemporary plays which represent the social & political changes of the 19th and 20th centuries and continuing today. The playwrights of realism to Absurdism to Epic theatre will be read with emphasis on American and European theatre with a concentration on women and playwrights of color. Prerequisite: FCO 105
3 credit hours
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THE 421 Design in Practice Fall semester, every other year
This course allows students to apply their design knowledge to a variety of creative theatrical endeavors to provide skills, tools and inspiration for tomorrow’s scenic, lighting, costume and sound designers to work together in teams and develop holistic approaches to design. Students will be conversant in the tools, language and essentials of design as applied to performance. Prerequisite: THE 121 and THE 221 or permission of instructor.
3 credit hours
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THE 430 Devised Theatre and Performance Fall Semester
This course focuses on the collaborative relationship between actors, director, playwright, and designers using devised theatre techniques. Students discover how creating new work together results in exciting theatrical events. Students may perform on campus and may explore performance opportunities for the culminative production beyond campus. Rehearsal time outside of class is required. Prerequisite: THE 154 , THE152, THE153, or by permission of instructor
3 credit hours
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THE 435 Performance in Practice Spring semester, every other year
This course gives students the opportunity to present performances of their choosing to a general audience. Actors will develop audition materials including monologues, resumes and websites to prepare them for professional performance job opportunities. Time outside of class is required for rehearsals and performance. Extra costs may be associated with the course as students may have the opportunity to perform off campus at festivals or conferences to bring their work to a wider audience including internationally. Prerequisite: THE 155 , THE 255 and THE 355 or permission of the instructor.
3 credit hours
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THE 450 Theatre Internship
The purpose of an internship is to give students training and work experience in appropriate professional theatres. Responsibilities are determined by the supervisor(s) of the sponsoring theatre and by the Division Coordinator of Theatre. Prerequisite: Students must have earned 60 or more credits and a minimum of 2.5 cumulative grade point average at the time of application.
3 credit hours
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THE 451 Theatre Internship
The purpose of an internship is to give students training and work experience in appropriate professional theatres. Responsibilities are determined by the supervisor(s) of the sponsoring theatre and by the Coordinator of Theatre. Prerequisite: Students must have earned 60 or more credits and a minimum of 2.5 cumulative grade point average at the time of application.
3 credit hours
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THE 498 Independent Study
An opportunity for the student to propose and execute a practical application project within their theatrical area of interest. Topics may include directing, performance, design, dramaturgy, stage management, technical direction, or a research project. These projects will be carried out under the interactive supervision of an advising faculty member. Projects will require a proposal to be approved by the Theatre faculty prior to enrolling in the course. Prerequisite: Students must have earned 60 or more credits and a minimum of 2.5 cumulative grade point average at the time of application.
1-3 credit hours
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THE 499 Independent Study
An opportunity for the student to propose and execute a practical application project within their theatrical area of interest. Topics may include directing, performance, design, dramaturgy, stage management, technical direction, or a research project. These projects will be carried out under the interactive supervision of an advising faculty member. Projects will require a proposal to be approved by the Theatre faculty prior to enrolling in the course. Prerequisite: Students must have earned 60 or more credits and a minimum of 2.5 cumulative grade point average at the time of application.
1-3 credit hours
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WGS 210 Women’s Health
In WGS210, students explore the nature of optimum physical and emotional health, as well as strategies for achieving and maintaining it. They explore common illnesses and health problems in terms of symptoms and management, and address environmental and societal factors that influence women’s health. The values and assumptions underlying the Western medical paradigm are compared and contrasted with those upon which selected non-Western medical systems are based.
3 credit hours
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WGS 225 The Family
This course examines the economic, social, and political movements that have affected family life, family adjustments, and organization. This course is cross-listed as SOC 225 . Prerequisite: SOC 100 .
3 credit hours
Satisfies Constellation - Children and the Family for “Generation Next”
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