Meeting of the College Academic Council
College of Liberal Arts & Sciences -- 210 Strong Hall
October 21, 2014 - 4:00 p.m.
AGENDA
I.
II.
APPROVAL OF THE SEPTEMBER 9, 2014 CAC MINUTES
REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE ON GRADUATE STUDIES (CGS)
September 11, September 25, and October 9, 2014 CGS Report
Submitted by Cindy Lynn; presented by Alesia Woszidlo, 2014-2015 CGS Chair
A.
Curricular Changes for Approval
NEW COURSES:
CHANGES:
DELETIONS:
BIOL 816, BIOL 860, CEAS 610, CHEM 816, CHEM 860, HIST 880, HIST 882,
HIST 883
ABSC 846, ABSC 847, ABSC 943, ABSC 944, ABSC 947, ENGL 997, HIST
821, PSYC 846, MUSE 782, PSYC 847, PSYC 943, PSYC 944, PSYC 947,
SOC 810, SOC 811, SPLH 868
GERM 702
B. Degree Requirements for Approval
1. Changes to Existing Degree – German, MA
2. Changes to Existing Degree – Sociology, MA/PhD
3. New Graduate Certificate in American Studies (Addendum 1)
4. New Graduate Certificate in Environmental Assessment (Addendum 2)
III.
REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE ON UNDERGRADUATE STUDIES AND ADVISING (CUSA)
September 9 and 23, 2014 CUSA Report
Submitted by Lanis Atwood; presented by Ruth Ann Atchley, 2014-2015 CUSA Chair
A.
Curricular Changes for Approval
NEW COURSES:
CHANGES:
DELETIONS:
ANTH 462, COMS 133, FREN 111, FREN 112, FREN 113, HIST 109, HIST 318, HNRS 250,
HWC 345, ISP 345, JWSH 341, MATH 650, SOMI 110, SOMI 120, SOMI 210, SOMI 220,
SPAN 501, WGSS 301
AAAS 106, AAAS 333, ANTH 543, ANTH 560/367, ASTR 191, ECON 520, ENGL 339, GEOL
103, GEOL 121, HIST 341, MATH 320, MATH 365, MATH 470, MATH 500, MATH 530,
MATH 542, MATH 590, MATH 605, MATH 624, MATH 627, MATH 660, SPAN 500, THR
101, THR 201, THR 301, THR 401, WGSS 499, WGSS 601
ASTR 196, MATH 143, MATH 321, MATH 520, MATH 531, MATH 562, MATH 631
C. Degree Requirements for Approval
1. Changes to Existing Major – BA Mathematics
2. Changes to Existing Major – BS Mathematics
3. Changes to Existing Major – BA, BGS Classical Antiquity
4. Changes to Existing Major – BA, BGS Classical Languages
5. Changes to Existing Major – BA, BGS History
6. New Minor in Spanish
7. Changes to Existing Major – BA/BGS Anthropology
8. Changes to Existing Major – BS Geology – Earth & Space Licensure option
9. Changes to Existing Major BA/BGS Human Sexuality (approved at June KBOR)
10. Changes to Existing Minor – Women’s Studies
11. Changes to Existing Minor – Human Sexuality
C. New Business for Approval
1. Recommended Policy Changes
a. Undergraduate Certificate Proposal
Next meeting of the CAC will be Tuesday, November 11, 2014, at 4:00 PM in 210 Strong Hall
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II.
APPROVAL OF THE SEPTEMBER 9, 2014 CAC MINUTES
College of Liberal Arts & Sciences
College Academic Council
Minutes – September 9, 2014
Committee members in attendance: Giselle Anatole, David Brackett, Heather Desaire, Mohamed El-Hodiri, Tamara Falicov,
Adrian Finucane, Jane Gibson, Dan Katz, Anna Neill, Margaret Pearce
Committee members absent: Steve Ilardi. Yoonmi Nam
Others in attendance: Danny Anderson, Ruth Ann Atchley, Henry Bial, Bob Goldstein, Marsha Haufler, Kristine Latta, Karen
Ledom, Cindy Lynn, Jim Mielke, Anne Sawyer, Ann Schofield, Alesia Woszidlo
The meeting was called to order by Danny Anderson at 4:00 PM.
Minutes
A motion was made and seconded to approve May 13, 2014 minutes of the College Academic Council. The motion was approved
unanimously.
Report of the Committee on Graduate Studies (CGS)
(Alesia Woszidlo, 2014-2015 CGS Chair, reporting)

CAC received the 2013-2014 CGS Annual Report
Report of the Committee on Undergraduate Studies & Advising (CUSA)
(Ruth Ann Atchley, 2014-2015 CUSA Chair, reporting)


CAC received the 2013-2014 CUSA Annual Report
The motion (CUSA report by Alesia Woszidlo) was seconded, and the CAC voted unanimously to approve the following policy
change:
Amendment to the World Language & Culture requirement of the original Bachelor of General Studies
(BGS) degree

The motion (CUSA report by Alesia Woszidlo) was seconded, and the CAC voted unanimously to approve the following policy
change:
Readmission After Dismissal Policy
Other Business
 Standing Committee 2013-2014 annual reports were received from CCAPT, CECD and CSL
 Danny Anderson gave a brief overview of the CLAS budget and priorities for FY 2015.
At 5:00 PM, a motion was made, seconded and approved unanimously to adjourn the meeting.
Next regularly scheduled meeting of the CAC will be Tuesday, October 21, 2014, at 4:00 PM in 210 Strong Hall
NOTE: Due to Fall Break, CAC will meet on the third Tuesday during October
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REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE ON GRADUATE STUDIES (CGS)
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A. Curricular Changes for Approval/Motion to File
CHANGE:
BIO 816
BIOLOGY
NEW SAME AS COURSE
Careers in Chemical Biology (1)
Advanced course examining current research topics in chemical biology. An emphasis will be placed on career
options open to PhD scientists in Chemical Biology, and preparation for the different career paths. Extensive
student/faculty interaction is emphasized utilizing lectures, class discussion of assigned readings of research reports,
and oral presentations. Same As: CHEM 816) Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. SEM
Grading: S/U, W and I
This course is an elective
This course is not an RSRS course
This course is not a degree requirement
JUSTIFICATION:
The NIH-funded Dynamic Aspects of Chemical Biology Training grant is in its 20th year. For a competitive renewal
application, the NIH has requested training for Ph.D. students designed to prepare students for the variety of career
options available, not limited to academia and industry, but also including law, entrepreneurship, business, science
writing and government (research and non-research) positions. This course will fill that requirement. The NIH also
expects a program bigger than the funded trainee positions. This course will be part of the curriculum for a
Certificate Program in Chemical Biology open to all graduate students, with most students expected to be derived
from the departments of Molecular Biosciences and Chemistry in CLAS and Medicinal Chemistry and
Pharmaceutical Chemistry in Pharmacy.
[These courses are moving through each unit’s governance simultaneously. Med Chem and Pharm Chem submitted
Dean’s letter of support]
CHANGE:
BIO 860
NEW SAME AS COURSE
Principles and Practice of Chemical Biology (3)
A survey of topics investigated by chemical biology methods including: transcription and translation, cell signaling,
genetic and genomics, biochemical pathways, macromolecular structure, and the biosynthesis of peptides,
carbohydrates, natural products, and nucleic acids. Concepts of thermodynamics and kinetics, bioconjugations and
bioorthogonal chemistry will also be presented. (Same As: CHEM 860) Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. LEC
Grading: A-F, W and I
This course is an elective
This course is not an RSRS course
This course is not a degree requirement
JUSTIFICATION:
The NIH-funded Dynamic Aspects of Chemical Biology Training grant is in its 20th year. For a competitive renewal
application, the NIH has requested a dedicated flagship course. This course will fill that requirement. The NIH also
expects a program bigger than the funded trainee positions. This course will be part of the curriculum for a
Certificate Program in Chemical Biology open to all graduate students, with most students expected to be derived
from the departments of Molecular Biosciences and Chemistry in CLAS and Medicinal Chemistry and
Pharmaceutical Chemistry in Pharmacy.
[These courses are moving through each unit’s governance simultaneously. Med Chem and Pharm Chem submitted
Dean’s letter of support]
CHEMISTRY
CHANGE:
CHEM 816
NEW SAME AS COURSE
Careers in Chemical Biology (1)
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Advanced course examining current research topics in chemical biology. An emphasis will be placed on career
options open to PhD scientists in Chemical Biology, and preparation for the different career paths. Extensive
student/faculty interaction is emphasized utilizing lectures, class discussion of assigned readings of research reports,
and oral presentations. (Same As: BIO 816) Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. SEM
Grading: S/U, W and I
This course is an elective
This course is not an RSRS course
This course is not a degree requirement
JUSTIFICATION:
The NIH-funded Dynamic Aspects of Chemical Biology Training grant is in its 20th year. For a competitive renewal
application, the NIH has requested training for Ph.D. students designed to prepare students for the variety of career
options available, not limited to academia and industry, but also including law, entrepreneurship, business, science
writing and government (research and non-research) positions. This course will fill that requirement. The NIH also
expects a program bigger than the funded trainee positions. This course will be part of the curriculum for a
Certificate Program in Chemical Biology open to all graduate students, with most students expected to be derived
from the departments of Molecular Biosciences and Chemistry in CLAS and Medicinal Chemistry and
Pharmaceutical Chemistry in Pharmacy.
[These courses are moving through each unit’s governance simultaneously. Med Chem and Pharm Chem submitted
Dean’s letter of support]
CHANGE:
CHEM 860
NEW SAME AS COURSE
Principles and Practice of Chemical Biology (3)
A survey of topics investigated by chemical biology methods including: transcription and translation, cell signaling,
genetic and genomics, biochemical pathways, macromolecular structure, and the biosynthesis of peptides,
carbohydrates, natural products, and nucleic acids. Concepts of thermodynamics and kinetics, bioconjugations and
bioorthogonal chemistry will also be presented. (Same As: BIOL 860) Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. LEC
Grading: A-F, W and I
This course is an elective
This course is not an RSRS course
This course is not a degree requirement
JUSTIFICATION:
The NIH-funded Dynamic Aspects of Chemical Biology Training grant is in its 20th year. For a competitive renewal
application, the NIH has requested a dedicated flagship course. This course will fill that requirement. The NIH also
expects a program bigger than the funded trainee positions. This course will be part of the curriculum for a
Certificate Program in Chemical Biology open to all graduate students, with most students expected to be derived
from the departments of Molecular Biosciences and Chemistry in CLAS and Medicinal Chemistry and
Pharmaceutical Chemistry in Pharmacy.
[These courses are moving through each unit’s governance simultaneously. Med Chem and Pharm Chem submitted
Dean’s letter of support]
CLINICAL CHILD PSYCHOLOGY
JUSTIFICATION:
The proposed changes to the following course descriptions [ABSC/PSYCH] are the result of an internal and
informal self-study of a number of components of the Clinical Child Psychology doctoral program (CCPP). This
process was designed to update our curriculum and more clearly articulate our expectations for the development of
our students’ professional competencies. This informal self-study was undertaken prior to our formal APA selfstudy due later this year. It is our view that the current catalog descriptions are not particularly helpful for students,
and do not reflect the actual content of the courses. The proposed descriptions in this document are accurate to what
actually happens in these classes, and have been vetted and discussed by all of the instructors who teach these
courses. Both ABSC and PSYC have approved these changes. We propose no changes to any aspect of the courses
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except in their catalog descriptions. Course numbers, prerequisites, credit hours, class type, and course titles will
remain the same.
CHANGE:
ABSC 846
(OLD)
SAME AS COURSE DESCRIPTION
Practicum in Clinical Child Psychology I
Lecture, laboratory, field work, and supervision appointment. Psychological evaluation and treatment of children
and their families; supervised, progressive experience in psychological interventions in clinical child psychology.
(Same as PSYC 846.) (Formerly HDFL 846.) Prerequisite: Graduate standing in clinical child psychology and
instructor permission. FLD
ABSC 846
(NEW)
Practicum in Clinical Child Psychology I
Introductory practicum experience for the Clinical Child Psychology Program. Orientation to psychological
evaluation and treatment of children, adolescents, and their families and initial development of professional selfassessment skills. Students acquire specific clinical competencies through shadowing cases, assisting with
interpretation of test of intelligence and academic achievement, conducting behavioral observations in field settings,
and performing co-therapy of cases presenting to the KU Child and Family Services Clinic. May be taken in more
than one semester. (Same as PYSC 846.) Prerequisite: Graduate standing in clinical child psychology and instructor
permission. FLD
This course will be first offered Spring 2015 and then every semester thereafter.
CHANGE:
ABSC 847
(OLD)
ABSC 847
(NEW)
SAME AS COURSE DESCRIPTION
Practicum in Clinical Child Psychology II
A continuation of ABSC 846/PSYC 846. (Formerly HDFL 847.) (Same as PSYC 847.) Prerequisite: Graduate
standing in clinical child psychology and instructor permission. FLD
Practicum in Clinical Child Psychology II
Intermediate practicum experience for the Clinical Child Psychology Program. Development of specific
competencies in assessment and intervention with children, adolescents, and their families through didactics, field
experience, and supervision. Students acquire specific clinical competencies through supervised provision of
assessment and interventions for cases presenting to the KU Child and Family Services Clinic. Students develop
ability to identify specific treatment goals and select therapeutic interventions that are conceptually congruent with
clients’ presenting problems and are based on sound empirical evidence. Students also develop the ability to
integrate and synthesize test results, interview material, and behavioral observations into coherent case
conceptualizations. May be taken in more than one semester. (Same as PSYC 847.) Prerequisite: Graduate standing
in clinical child psychology and instructor permission. FLD
This course will be first offered Spring 2015 and then every semester thereafter.
CHANGE:
ABSC 943
(OLD)
ABSC 943
(NEW)
SAME AS COURSE DESCRIPTION
Advanced Practicum in Clinical Child Psychology III
Lecture, laboratory, field work, and supervision appointment. Advanced psychological intervention techniques for
children, youth, and families; supervised progressive experience in application of behavioral and psycho-therapeutic
methods to behavioral and emotional problems. (Formerly HDFL 943.) (Same as PSYC 943.) Prerequisite: Graduate
standing in clinical child psychology and instructor permission. FLD
Advanced Practicum in Clinical Child Psychology III
Development of advanced competencies in assessment and intervention with children, adolescents, and their
families through didactics, field experience, and supervision. Students acquire advanced clinical competencies
through supervised provision of assessment and interventions for cases presenting to the KU Child and Family
Services Clinic and/or approved external practicum sites, leadership of didactic components of practicum (i.e.,
formal case presentation), and modeling of clinical competencies for junior students. Students will demonstrate the
ability to implement empirically derived therapeutic interventions in consideration of individual differences, cultural
values, and individual preferences. Students in external practicum sites will demonstrate an understanding of
evidence-based models of consultation and provision of consultation to care providers in professional contexts. May
be taken in more than one semester. (Same as PSYC 943.) Prerequisite: Graduate standing in clinical child
psychology and instructor permission. FLD
This course will be first offered Spring 2015 and then every semester thereafter.
CHANGE:
SAME AS COURSE DESCRIPTION
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ABSC 944
(OLD)
ABSC 944
(NEW)
Advanced Practicum in Clinical Child Psychology IV
A continuation of ABSC/HDFL 943 and PSYC 943. (Formerly HDFL 944.) (Same as PSYC 944.) Prerequisite:
Graduate standing in clinical child psychology and instructor permission. FLD
Advanced Practicum in Clinical Child Psychology IV
Demonstration of advanced competencies in assessment, intervention, and consultation with children, adolescents,
and their families through didactics, field experience, and supervision in the semester(s) prior to required clinical
internship. Students demonstrate advanced clinical competencies through supervised provision of assessment and
interventions for cases presenting to the KU Child and Family Services Clinic and/or approved external practicum
sites, leadership of didactic components of practicum (i.e., integrated case presentation), and modeling of clinical
competencies for junior students. Course requirements include the development of portfolios for demonstration of
clinical competencies and application to clinical internships. May be taken in more than one semester. (Same as
PSYC 944.) Prerequisite: Graduate standing in clinical child psychology and instructor permission. FLD
This course will be first offered Spring 2015 and then every semester thereafter.
CHANGE:
ABSC 947
(OLD)
ABSC 947
(NEW)
SAME AS COURSE DESCRIPTION
Advanced Practicum in Clinical Child Psychology V
A continuation of ABSC/HDFL 944 and PSYC 944. May be taken in more than one semester. (Formerly HDFL
947.) (Same as PSYC 947.) Prerequisite: Graduate standing in clinical child psychology and instructor permission.
FLD
Advanced Practicum in Clinical Child Psychology V
Specialized practicum experience for the Clinical Child Psychology Program. Demonstration of advanced
competencies related to supervision and consultation in clinical psychology. With faculty supervision, students will
develop and demonstrate the ability to provide effective supervision to less advanced students in the program in
selected cases appropriate to the service setting. Further development of advanced clinical competencies through
supervised provision of assessment and interventions for cases presenting to the KU Child and Family Services
Clinic and/or approved external practicum sites, leadership of didactic components of practicum, and modeling of
clinical competencies for junior students. May be taken in more than one semester. (Same as PSYC 947.)
Prerequisite: Graduate standing in clinical child psychology and instructor permission. FLD
This course will be first offered Spring 2015 and then every semester thereafter.
CHANGE:
PSYC 846
(OLD)
PSYC 846
(NEW)
SAME AS COURSE DESCRIPTION
Practicum in Clinical Child Psychology I
Lecture, laboratory, field work, and supervision appointment. Psychological evaluation and treatment of children
and their families; supervised, progressive experience in psychological interventions in clinical child psychology.
(Same as ABSC 846.) (Formerly HDFL 846.) Prerequisite: Graduate standing in clinical child psychology and
instructor permission. FLD
Practicum in Clinical Child Psychology I
Introductory practicum experience for the Clinical Child Psychology Program. Orientation to psychological
evaluation and treatment of children, adolescents, and their families and initial development of professional selfassessment skills. Students acquire specific clinical competencies through shadowing cases, assisting with
interpretation of test of intelligence and academic achievement, conducting behavioral observations in field settings,
and performing co-therapy of cases presenting to the KU Child and Family Services Clinic. May be taken in more
than one semester. (Same as ABSC 846.) Prerequisite: Graduate standing in clinical child psychology and instructor
permission. FLD
This course will be first offered Spring 2015 and then every semester thereafter.
CHANGE:
PSYC 847
(OLD)
PSYC 847
(NEW)
SAME AS COURSE DESCRIPTION
Practicum in Clinical Child Psychology II
A continuation of ABSC 846/PSYC 846. (Formerly HDFL 847.) (Same as PSYC 847.) Prerequisite: Graduate
standing in clinical child psychology and instructor permission. FLD
Practicum in Clinical Child Psychology II
Intermediate practicum experience for the Clinical Child Psychology Program. Development of specific
competencies in assessment and intervention with children, adolescents, and their families through didactics, field
experience, and supervision. Students acquire specific clinical competencies through supervised provision of
assessment and interventions for cases presenting to the KU Child and Family Services Clinic. Students develop
ability to identify specific treatment goals and select therapeutic interventions that are conceptually congruent with
clients’ presenting problems and are based on sound empirical evidence. Students also develop the ability to
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integrate and synthesize test results, interview material, and behavioral observations into coherent case
conceptualizations. May be taken in more than one semester. (Same as ABSC 847.) Prerequisite: Graduate standing
in clinical child psychology and instructor permission. FLD
This course will be first offered Spring 2015 and then every semester thereafter.
CHANGE:
PSYC 943
(OLD)
PSYC 943
(NEW)
SAME AS COURSE DESCRIPTION
Advanced Practicum in Clinical Child Psychology III
Lecture, laboratory, field work, and supervision appointment. Advanced psychological intervention techniques for
children, youth, and families; supervised progressive experience in application of behavioral and psycho-therapeutic
methods to behavioral and emotional problems. (Formerly HDFL 943.) (Same as ABSC 943.) Prerequisite:
Graduate standing in clinical child psychology and instructor permission. FLD
Advanced Practicum in Clinical Child Psychology III
Advanced practicum experience for the Clinical Child Psychology Program. Development of advanced
competencies in assessment and intervention with children, adolescents, and their families through didactics, field
experience, and supervision. Students acquire advanced clinical competencies through supervised provision of
assessment and interventions for cases presenting to the KU Child and Family Services Clinic and/or approved
external practicum sites, leadership of didactic components of practicum (i.e., formal case presentation), and
modeling of clinical competencies for junior students. Students will demonstrate the ability to implement
empirically derived therapeutic interventions in consideration of individual differences, cultural values, and
individual preferences. Students in external practicum sites will demonstrate an understanding of evidence-based
models of consultation and provision of consultation to care providers in professional contexts. May be taken in
more than one semester. (Same as ABSC 943.) Prerequisite: Graduate standing in clinical child psychology and
instructor permission. FLD
This course will be first offered Spring 2015 and then every semester thereafter.
CHANGE:
PSYC 944
(OLD)
PSYC 944
(NEW)
SAME AS COURSE DESCRIPTION
Advanced Practicum in Clinical Child Psychology IV
A continuation of ABSC/HDFL 943 and PSYC 943. (Formerly HDFL 944.) (Same as ABSC 944.) Prerequisite:
Graduate standing in clinical child psychology and instructor permission. FLD
Advanced Practicum in Clinical Child Psychology IV
Advanced practicum experience for the Clinical Child Psychology Program. Demonstration of advanced
competencies in assessment, intervention, and consultation with children, adolescents, and their families through
didactics, field experience, and supervision in the semester(s) prior to required clinical internship. Students
demonstrate advanced clinical competencies through supervised provision of assessment and interventions for cases
presenting to the KU Child and Family Services Clinic and/or approved external practicum sites, leadership of
didactic components of practicum (i.e., integrated case presentation), and modeling of clinical competencies for
junior students. Course requirements include the development of portfolios for demonstration of clinical
competencies and application to clinical internships. May be taken in more than one semester. (Same as ABSC
944.) Prerequisite: Graduate standing in clinical child psychology and instructor permission. FLD
This course will be first offered Spring 2015 and then every semester thereafter.
CHANGE:
PSYC 947
(OLD)
PSYC 947
(NEW)
SAME AS COURSE DESCRIPTION
Advanced Practicum in Clinical Child Psychology V
A continuation of ABSC/HDFL 944 and PSYC 944. May be taken in more than one semester. (Formerly HDFL
947.) (Same as ABSC 947.) Prerequisite: Graduate standing in clinical child psychology and instructor permission.
FLD
Advanced Practicum in Clinical Child Psychology V
Specialized practicum experience for the Clinical Child Psychology Program. Demonstration of advanced
competencies related to supervision and consultation in clinical psychology. With faculty supervision, students will
develop and demonstrate the ability to provide effective supervision to less advanced students in the program in
selected cases appropriate to the service setting. Further development of advanced clinical competencies through
supervised provision of assessment and interventions for cases presenting to the KU Child and Family Services
Clinic and/or approved external practicum sites, leadership of didactic components of practicum, and modeling of
clinical competencies for junior students. May be taken in more than one semester. (Same as ABSC 947.)
Prerequisite: Graduate standing in clinical child psychology and instructor permission. FLD
This course will be first offered Spring 2015 and then every semester thereafter.
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CHANGE:
ENGL 997
(OLD)
ENGL 997
(NEW)
ENGLISH
COURSE TITLE
Preparation for the Comprehensive Examination (1 – 12)
An independent reading course for students preparing to take the Ph.D. comprehensive examination. May normally
be taken in the semester or summer session immediately preceding the semester in which the comprehensive
examination is taken. Does not count toward the residence requirement. Graded on a satisfactory/unsatisfactory
basis. Prerequisite: Consent of the Director of Graduate Studies. RSH
Preparation for the Doctoral Examination (1 – 12)
An independent reading course for students preparing to take the Ph.D. comprehensive examination. May normally
be taken in the semester or summer session immediately preceding the semester in which the comprehensive
examination is taken. Does not count toward the residence requirement. Graded on a satisfactory/unsatisfactory
basis. Prerequisite: Consent of the Director of Graduate Studies. RSH
The change(s) to this course will first take effect Spring 2015 and the course will be offered every semester
thereafter
JUSTIFICATION:
The department would like to change the name to "Doctoral" exam due to varying faculty interpretations of the word
"Comprehensive."
CHANGE:
Germ 702
GERMAN
DELETE COURSE
TUTORIAL – INTRO TO GRADUATE STUDIES IN GERMAN
This course will be taken in conjunction with German 700 Introduction to Graduate Studies in German. Students
enroll in this course with a faculty mentor in the German department based on the area in which they will write their
research paper for German 700. It is the purpose of this tutorial to provide in-depth guidance specific to the field of
German to students throughout the semester as they write their research papers, to help them develop their analytical
and responsible research skills, which will serve as a model for longer term papers and theses. RSH.
This course is a degree requirement in the following way: This course was a requirement for the MA degree
This course impacts students in the following way: This change will not affect any current students. This course only
became a requirement for degree starting Fall 2014, which was also the first semester it was offered. All current
students in the program that were admitted under these requirements have taken the course. We have no new
students starting this Fall 2015, so it would not have been offered.
The change(s) to this course will first take effect Fall 2016 and the course will no longer be offered thereafter.
JUSTIFICATION:
This course was designed to provide discipline-specific guidance for students in the German department who were
enrolled in GERM 700: Intro to Graduate Studies, a cross-listed course shared between German, Slavic & French.
Fall 2014 was our first time offering both courses. The companion course, GERM 700 was a success, but it was
determined that the additional 1 hour research course was not necessary for student success. Neither Slavic nor
French offer the additional 1 hour course for their students. See accompanying program change request. [See
program change.]
CHANGE:
GERM 712
(OLD)
COURSE DESCRIPTION DEGREE REQUIREMENT
THE STRUCTURE OF MODERN STANDARD GERMAN (3)
A descriptive study of the phonetics/phonology and grammar of contemporary standard German. Special emphasis
on problems of teaching German to English-speaking students. LEC.
GERM 712
(NEW)
THE STRUCTURE OF MODERN STANDARD GERMAN (3)
A comprehensive introduction to the structure and usage of contemporary German, including phonetics, phonology,
morphology, syntax, text linguistics, semantics, pragmatics, and language variation. Students will listen to lectures,
read texts on German linguistics, participate in discussions, and work extensively on linguistic problems involving
German. LEC
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Grading: A-F, W and I
This course is not an elective
This course is not an RSRS course
This course is a degree requirement in the following way: Fulfills an MA degree requirement
This course impacts students in the following way: This course will continue to be offered every Spring as a
required course for the new MA degree.
The change(s) to this course will first take effect Fall 2016 and the course will be offered every spring thereafter.
JUSTIFICATION:
The Department of Germanic Languages and Literatures has revised its M.A. program (program change submitted)
to equip graduate students at the M.A. level more thoroughly with knowledge about the cultures of Germanspeaking Europe within a global context. By deepening their expertise in these areas, students prepare for a variety
of career paths in academic and non-academic professions. Current students will be able to opt in to this
requirement, although in practice all of our current students have already taken it at some point as an elective.
Adding this course as a requirement for degree will further serve to address these goals which correspond to
developments in the profession and prepare students to compete effectively in their chosen career paths. The change
in the course description provides a more accurate representation of the current course curriculum and a more
comprehensive description given that it will now be a requirement for degree.
CHANGE:
GERM 740
NEW COURSE
INTRODUCTION TO THE CULTURE OF GERMAN-SPEAKING CENTRAL EUROPE (3)
An introduction to major cultural traditions, currents, and specific aspects that shaped and continue to characterize
modern Germany, Austria and Switzerland. LEC
Grading: A-F, W and I
This course is not an elective
This course is not an RSRS course
This course is a degree requirement
This course is a degree requirement in the following way: This will be a required course for the M.A. degree
This course impacts students in the following way: Current students in the MA program will be able to opt into this
as a requirement, or simply take it as an elective.
This new course will be first offered Fall 2016, and then every year thereafter.
JUSTIFICATION:
The Department of Germanic Languages and Literatures has revised its M.A. program to equip graduate students at
the M.A. level more thoroughly with knowledge about the cultures of German-speaking Europe within a global
context. By deepening their expertise in these areas, students prepare for a variety of career paths in academic and
non-academic professions. The addition of this course will serve to address these goals, which correspond to
developments in the profession and prepare students to compete effectively in their chosen career paths.
CHANGE:
GERM 751
(OLD)
COURSE DESCRIPTION TOPICS TITLE
SPECIAL TOPICS IN CLUTURE: ____________ (3)
Intensive study of a selected topic in German culture. May be repeated. LEC
GERM 751
(NEW)
TOPICS IN GERMAN STUDY: ____________ (3)
Course covers key topics in German Studies and represents the expertise of faculty in the department as well as
department-affiliated faculty. Topics will vary from semester to semester and instructor to instructor to allow
flexibility for in-depth analysis of particular topics. May be repeated as topics vary. LEC
Grading: A-F, W and I
This course is an elective
This course is not an RSRS course
This course is not a degree requirement
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JUSTIFICATION:
The Department of Germanic Languages and Literatures has revised its M.A. program to equip graduate students at
the M.A. level more thoroughly with knowledge about the cultures of German-speaking Europe within a global
context. By deepening their expertise in these areas, students prepare for a variety of career paths in academic and
non-academic professions.
The changes submitted are designed to address these goals which correspond to developments in the profession and
prepare students to compete effectively in their chosen career paths.
The changes are also intended to bring department coursework more in-line with the research of our current faculty.
The previous course requirements reflected the research and interests of faculty that are no longer with the
department.
The flexibility of this course will allow the department to use it as an elective course, with different topics, each
semester.
CHANGE:
GERM 898
NEW COURSE
Master’s Project (3)
Faculty directed project that satisfies the requirements for the degree of Master of Arts in German Studies.
Prerequisite: Restricted to German Studies MA students. Prerequisite: Restricted to German Studies MA students.
RSH
Grading: A-F, W and I
This course is an elective
This course is not an RSRS course
This course is not a degree requirement
JUSTIFICATION:
The Department of Germanic Languages and Literatures has revised its M.A. program to equip graduate students at
the M.A. level more thoroughly with knowledge about the cultures of German-speaking Europe within a global
context. By deepening their expertise in these areas, students prepare for a variety of career paths in academic and
non-academic professions. The changes submitted are designed to address these goals which correspond to
developments in the profession and prepare students to compete effectively in their chosen career paths. The
Master’s Project option will contribute to this change by providing students the opportunity to combine scholarly
and practical learning. The project, which may be developed from an internship or a broader topic, such as digital
Humanities, must be approved in advance by a graduate faculty advisor with whom the student enrolls in German
898: Master’s Project (3 credits) and will result in a paper, 30 pages minimum.
The Master’s project will be an option within the non-thesis track. Students who have not chosen to write a thesis,
but who would like to complete a project may choose to do so in their second year and will enroll in the 898 course
as an elective their last semester. Project examples could be a report based on an internship, or a project within the
broader field of digital humanities, working with a specialist from the KU Institute for Digital Research in the
Humanities (IRDH) who would facilitate the research. Other projects may be approved by faculty. The Project will
be something students could choose later in their program and is not a degree sub-plan, so the course and completion
of the project is an elective only.
HISTORY
CHANGE:
HIST 821
(OLD)
COURSE DESCRIPTION NUMBER TITLE
COLLOQUIUM ON SLAVERY IN THE ATLANTIC WORLD (3)
This course will examine the development, scope, and impact of slavery in the Atlantic World (1350-1900). A major
focus of this course will be the relationship between various local and regional manifestations of slavery and how
those relationships shaped the institution of slavery. Geographically the course will include literature on slavery in
Europe, Africa, North America, and Latin America. Emphasis will be placed on examining the effects of slavery on
Africans, their descendants, as well as other members of society including European settlers and Native Americans.
The readings for this course will highlight important facets of slave life including religion, family life, manumission,
and labor. Overall this course aims to illustrate the complex ways in which slavery permeated and shaped the
societies that constitute the Atlantic World. LEC
DEPT 881
SLAVERY IN THE ATLANTIC WORLD (3)
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(NEW)
A graduate colloquium examining the historical roots, processes, experiences, and legacies of human slavery from
local, regional, comparative, and global perspectives. LEC
Grading: A-F, W and I
This course is an elective
This course is not an RSRS course
This course is not a degree requirement
JUSTIFICATION:
This course is part of a new major field (Iberian World) in the Department of History. It will fulfill an elective
course requirement in our graduate program under existing Tracks A & B in the History MA and PhD programs.
Studies of the Iberian World can be usefully narrowed to consider particular regions within the Iberian World.
Ethnohistory is most commonly applied to indigenous peoples of the Americas (i.e. Native Americans), but can also
include other ethnicities--and in the process, consider more distant regions of the world, as the course description
suggests. The most basic reason for choosing this (still very broad) geographical category is because that is where
the expertise of our current faculty lies, and where the greatest cluster of graduate student interests would lie. This
course would also help serve those interested primarily in North or Latin American history. [Program change is not
required.]
CHANGE:
HIST 880
NEW COURSE
COLLOQUIUM IN IBERIAN WORLD HISTORY (3)
A graduate colloquium focused on a historical topic that examines from a transregional perspective the historical
foundations, development, and colonial heritage of regions and societies touched by Iberian expansionism. LEC
Grading: A-F, W and I
This course is an elective
This course is not an RSRS course
This course is not a degree requirement
JUSTIFICATION:
This course is part of a new major field (Iberian World) in the Department of History. It will fulfill an elective
course requirement in our graduate program under existing Tracks A & B in the History MA and PhD programs.
[Program change is not required. LEC is correct designation.]
CHANGE:
HIST 882
NEW COURSE
GENDER, SEXUALITY, AND FAMILY IN THE IBERIAN
A graduate colloquium that develops theoretical approaches and examines historical case studies focused on the
social and cultural construction of gender roles, sexual identities, family structures, and living strategies for peoples
and places touched by Iberian expansionism. LEC.
Grading: A-F, W and I
This course is an elective
This course is not an RSRS course
This course is not a degree requirement
JUSTIFICATION:
This course is part of a new major field (Iberian World) in the Department of History. It will fulfill an elective
course requirement in our graduate program under existing Tracks A & B in the History MA and PhD programs.
[Program change is not required. LEC is correct designation.]
CHANGE:
HIST 883
NEW COURSE
ETHNOHISTORY OF THE AMERICAS (3)
A graduate colloquium that develops methodologies and examines historical case studies for the study of ethnicity,
interethnic relations, and cultural hybridity from a hemispheric perspective, not only for indigenous peoples, but also
for African-, Asian-, European-, or Pacific-derived groups, as well as new ethnic groupings and identities that
emerged from their interaction. LEC
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Grading: A-F, W and I
This course is an elective
This course is not an RSRS course
This course is not a degree requirement
JUSTIFICATION:
This course is part of a new major field (Iberian World) in the Department of History. It will fulfill an elective
course requirement in our graduate program under existing Tracks A & B in the History MA and PhD programs.
[Program change is not required. LEC is correct designation.]
MUSEUM STUDIES
CHANGE:
MUSE 785
(OLD)
(NEW)
CREDIT HOURS
SEMINAR IN CURRENT MUSEUM TOPICS: ____________ (1-2)
In-depth examination of specific topics currently of concern to museums and museum professionals. Topic for
semester to be announced. Prerequisite: Graduate standing in Museum Studies Program, or permission of instructor.
LEC
SEMINAR IN CURRENT MUSEUM TOPICS: ____________ (1-3)
In-depth examination of specific topics currently of concern to museums and museum professionals. Topic for
semester to be announced. Prerequisite: Graduate standing in Museum Studies Program, or permission of instructor.
LEC
JUSTIFICATION:
The 2013-2014 CGS approved the program change itself, including the 3 credit hours for this course, but the
program did not submit it as a separate course change. Submitted to accurately record the approved change in hours.
CHANGE:
SOC 810
(OLD)
SOC 810
(NEW)
SOCIOLOGY
COURSE DESCRIPTION
SOCIOLOGICAL INQUIRY (3)
The goals of this course are to understand the characteristics of sociologically interesting and rigorous research and
to design a research proposal that shares those characteristics. The focus of students' proposals will be their M.A.
thesis project. Students will read books and articles representing a variety of research approaches (ethnographies,
surveys, interviews, document analyses, historical studies, comparative research, etc.), and will deconstruct them in
order to understand their theoretical and methodological significance. Assignments will include a completed M.A.
thesis proposal. SEM
SOCIOLOGICAL INQUIRY (3)
The goals of this course are to understand the characteristics of sociologically interesting and rigorous research and
to design a research proposal that shares those characteristics. The focus of students' proposals will be the M.A.
thesis project for students at the M.A. level and the dissertation project for students at the Ph.D. level. Students will
read books and articles representing a variety of research approaches (ethnographies, surveys, interviews, document
analyses, historical studies, comparative research, etc.), and will analyze those approaches in order to understand
their theoretical and methodological significance. Students will also distribute their proposals to the other students in
the course for comment and critique. Assignments will include a completed M.A. thesis proposal for students at the
M.A. level and a completed dissertation proposal for students at the Ph.D. level. Course may be repeated for credit
toward graduate degree. Prerequisites: The course is open only to students enrolled in the Sociology graduate
program.
Grading: A-D(+/-) FI
This course is not an elective
This course in not a RSRS course
This course is a degree requirement
This course is a degree requirement in the following way: The course fulfills a requirement for the M.A. degree.
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This course will impact students in the following way: The course currently enrolls only students in the Sociology
MA program. If the proposed curricular changes are approved, the course will also be open to students in the
Sociology graduate program at the PhD level. The number of PhD students enrolling in the course will not be large;
we do not expect more than 6 or 7 students to enroll in the course in a given semester. The impact on current
students will therefore not be great. In fact, we expect that the presence of more advanced graduate students in the
course will improve the quality of the criticisms that the students enrolled in the course will receive of their work
and make for more lively discussion in general.
The change(s) to this course will first take effect Spring 2015 and the course will be offered every Spring semester
thereafter
JUSTIFICATION:
There are two reasons faculty in the department wish to make these changes. First and foremost, there is a strong
feeling in the department that the course would benefit not only students at the M.A. level but those at the Ph.D.
level as well. Since the course was introduced three years ago, time to M.A. degree dropped by an average of .6
semesters. In addition, the consensus in the department is that the quality of students' theses has improved as well,
particularly in regard to the methodological approaches students have adopted. Faculty members feel that we would
obtain the same benefits if Ph.D. students were allowed to take the course for credit. As currently listed, however,
the course may not be retaken for credit.
CHANGE:
SOC 811
(OLD)
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Sociological Research (3)
The use of the scientific method to study social phenomena including: the formulation and testing of hypotheses;
techniques for collecting data; measuring social variables; interpreting research findings; the relationship of theory
and facts. Prerequisite: A distribution course in sociology. LEC
Grading: A-F, W and I
This course is not an elective
This course is not a RSRS course
This course is a degree requirement
This course is a degree requirement in the following way: The course fulfills a requirement for the M.A. degree.
This course impacts students in the following way: The course currently enrolls only students in the Sociology MA
program. If the proposed curricular changes are approved, the course will also be open to students in the Sociology
graduate program at the PhD level. The number of PhD students enrolling in the course will not be large; we do not
expect more than 6 or 7 students to enroll in the course in a given semester. The impact on current students will
therefore not be great. In fact, we expect that the presence of more advanced graduate students in the course will
improve the quality of the criticisms that the students enrolled in the course will receive of their work and make for
more lively discussion in general.
SOC 811
(NEW)
Sociological Research (3)
The use of the scientific method to study social phenomena including: the formulation and testing of
hypotheses; techniques for collecting data; measuring social variables; interpreting research findings; the
relationship of theory and facts. Course may be repeated for credit toward graduate degree. Prerequisites:
course is open only to students enrolled in the Sociology graduate program. SEM
The
The change(s) to this course will first take effect in Fall 2015 and the course will be offered every Fall semester
thereafter.
JUSTIFICATION:
There are two reasons faculty in the department wish to make these changes. First and foremost, there is a strong
feeling in the department that the course would benefit not only students at the M.A. level but those at the Ph.D.
level as well. Since the course was introduced three years ago (in conjunction with SOC 810), time to M.A. degree
dropped by an average of .6 semesters. In addition, the consensus in the department is that the quality of students'
theses has improved as well, particularly in regard to the methodological approaches students have adopted. Faculty
members feel that we would obtain the same benefits if Ph.D. students were allowed to take the course for credit.
As it was currently listed, however, the course may not be retaken for credit.
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CHANGE:
SPLH 868
(OLD)
SPLH 868
(NEW)
SPEECH, LANGUAGE, HEARING
GRADING
PROFESSIONAL SEMINAR (1)
Forum for the presentation and discussion of scientific and professional issues by faculty and advanced graduate
students. May be repeated for credit. SEM.
Grading: S/U, W and I
PROFESSIONAL SEMINAR (1)
Grading: A-F, W and I
The change(s) to this course will first take effect Spring 2015 and the course will be offered Every Fall and Spring
semester thereafter
JUSTIFICATION:
The department would like to have a more formal evaluation of student understanding of key issues presented in this
seminar. This change [in grading basis] would allow for more individual and direct measures of understanding and
application of professional topics, rather than just attendance and participation.
B.
Degree Requirements for Approval/Motion to File
1.
Changes to Existing Degree – Germanic Languages and Literatures, MA
Degree Name, Enrollment, Examination Requirements, Required Courses, Track/Option
(OLD) Current
Master of Arts in Germanic Languages and Literatures
Non-Thesis Option*
 30 credit hours of graduate work in German (this requirement may be reduced for students in high standing), including
GERM 700, GERM 702, GERM 712, and at least 1 literature course from each of the following periods:
 Age of Goethe or Romanticism,
 19th century,
 20th century,
or, in exceptional cases, equivalent seminars (GERM 960 - GERM 966) must be included in the minimum. Equivalent
courses may be substituted with the approval of the departmental graduate committee. The remaining 12 hours may be
taken from departmental course offerings in literature, philology, and linguistics at the graduate level.
 A reading knowledge of Danish, Dutch, or French.
 A written and oral examination.
Thesis Option*
 30 credit hours of graduate work in German, of which 3 hours must be in GERM 899 Master’s Thesis. This requirement may
be reduced for students in high standing. GERM 701, GERM 711, GERM 721, and at least 1 literature course from 2 of the
following literary periods:
 Age of Goethe or Romanticism,
 19th century,
 20th century,
or in exceptional cases, equivalent seminars (GERM 960-GERM 966) must be included in the minimum. Equivalent
courses may be substituted with the approval of the departmental graduate committee. The remaining 9 hours may be
taken from departmental course offerings in literature, philology, and linguistics at the graduate level.
 A reading knowledge of Danish, Dutch, or French.
 Completed and approved master’s thesis.
 A written and oral examination.
*New teaching assistants normally must enroll in GERM 800 concurrently with their first semester of teaching.
(NEW) Proposed Changes to Degree Name, Enrollment, Examination Requirements, Required Courses, Track/Option:
Master of Arts in German Studies
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Requirements
1. 30 credits that must include:
 700 Introduction to Graduate Studies [3]
 712 The Structure of Modern Standard German [3]
 800 Methods of Teaching German as a Second Language [3]
 740 Introduction to the Culture of German-Speaking Central Europe [3]
AND select one of the following:
Non-Thesis Option - 6 elective courses (18 hours)
OR
Thesis Option - 4 elective courses + 2 thesis courses (18 hours)
2. Comprehensive written and oral examinations
Elective Courses
 626 Idiomatic Usage in Modern German. [3]
 751 Topics in German Studies: [3]
This German Studies Topics course is offered with specific topics and subtitles as needed in different semesters.
Each semester it will cover key topics in German Studies and represents the expertise of faculty in the
department as well as department-affiliated faculty. See current Graduate Student Handbook for possible topics.
First Year Plan of Study:
1st semester: Students choose a graduate advisor and begin compiling a course-based individual reading list. The reading list
should consist of twenty primary and secondary works approved by the advisor.
2nd semester: Students declare their choice of thesis, non-thesis or project option and organize their reading list accordingly
with the assistance of their advisor.
Thesis Option Exam
The Master’s Thesis (50 pages minimum) consists of a scholarly analysis of a chosen topic that is derived from a term paper
and expanded to contribute new insights to the discourse surrounding the topic. Students enroll in German 899 Master’s
Thesis during their third and fourth semesters (6 credits total) to develop and complete their thesis under the direction of a
graduate faculty advisor.
Variant within the non-thesis track: Master’s Project
The Master’s Project (30 pages minimum) provides the opportunity to combine scholarly and practical learning. The
project, which may be developed from an internship or a broader topic, such as digital Humanities, must be approved in
advance by a graduate faculty advisor with whom the student enrolls in German 898: Master’s Project (3 credits).
The changes to this program will first take effect Fall 2015 and first appear in the 2015-2016 academic catalog.
JUSTIFICATION:
The Department of Germanic Languages and Literatures has revised its M.A. program to equip graduate students at the
M.A. level more thoroughly with knowledge about the cultures of German-speaking Europe within a global context. By
deepening their expertise in these areas, students prepare for a variety of career paths in academic and non-academic
professions.
The changes submitted are designed to address these goals which correspond to developments in the profession and
prepare students to compete effectively in their chosen career paths.
The changes are also intended to bring department coursework more in-line with the research of our current faculty.
The previous course requirements reflected the research and interests of faculty that are no longer with the department.
(See letter of support)
2. Changes to Existing Degree – Sociology, MA/PhD
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Course Requirement Change, Combined M.A/PhD Degree Program
(OLD) Current
M.A. Degree Requirements
Thesis Option
Students must complete 36 hours of graduate credit (including SOC 790 Proseminar, SOC 810 Sociological Inquiry, SOC 811
Sociological Research, 2 graduate-level courses in sociological methods, 1 graduate-level course in sociological theory, 4
graduate-level sociology seminars, and 6 thesis hours in SOC 899) and must prepare and defend an M.A. thesis. Individual
Master’s Readings courses (SOC 891) may not be used to meet these requirements except by approved petition. The defense of
the M.A. thesis includes a general examination of sociological theory and research. Completion of these requirements leads to the
M.A. degree, which normally allows the student to proceed to doctoral study.
Nonthesis (Terminal) Option
Students must complete 36 hours of graduate credit (excluding any credit given for thesis and including the courses specified
above under the thesis option) and a final oral examination over course work in sociology. Completion of these requirements
leads to the M.A. degree but does not allow the student to proceed to doctoral study.
Handbook for Graduate Students
A more detailed account of advising procedures, degree requirements, and program options is set forth in the department’s
Manual of Graduate Study in Sociology, which is available online.
Ph.D. Degree Requirements
Students who have received an M.A. degree in sociology may be eligible to pursue the Ph.D. degree. For the Ph.D., students must
complete all general requirements (including residency, research skills, comprehensive oral examination, preparation of a
dissertation, and the final oral examination) and all M.A. degree requirements. In addition, the following requirements must be
met:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
Obtain admission to the Ph.D. program.
Complete SOC 790 Proseminar, unless completed at the M.A. level.
Carry out a program of study developed, initially, with a member of the graduate studies committee and, as soon as
possible, with a doctoral advisory committee.
Attain the requisite levels of competence in the history and theory of sociology and in methods of sociological research
by taking, in addition to the courses required for the thesis-option M.A. (2 sociological methods, 1 sociological theory,
and 4 sociological seminars), SOC 812 Analytic Methods in Sociology, 1 graduate-level sociology methods course, 2
graduate-level courses in sociological theory, and 3 graduate-level sociology seminars with an average grade of 3.0.
Individual Doctoral Readings courses (SOC 991) may not be used to meet these requirements except by approved
petition.
Complete the Research Skills and Responsible Scholarship (RSRS) requirement. The university requires that every
doctoral student have training in responsible scholarship and research skills pertinent to the field of research and
appropriate to the doctoral level. This requirement must be met before taking the comprehensive oral exam. Doctoral
students in sociology meet this requirement by completion of the following courses: SOC 810, SOC 811, SOC 812,
SOC 910. Additional information about this requirement can be found under Doctoral Degree Requirements, Doctor of
Philosophy, Research Skills in the Graduate Studies section of the online catalog.
Students must compile portfolios of their professional work successfully demonstrating command of 2 fields of
specialization within sociology and preparation to undertake dissertation research.
Complete 3 full academic years, or the bona fide equivalent, in study at this or another approved university, including
time spent attaining the master’s degree.
Complete 2 semesters, normally consecutive, in study at KU. During this period, the student must be involved in fulltime academic pursuits that may involve teaching or research activities. In this case, the minimum enrollment is 6 credit
hours.
Pass an oral comprehensive examination. The candidate then enrolls for a minimum of 6 hours a semester and 3 hours a
summer session until 18 hours or all requirements for the degree (whichever comes first) have been completed. If the
degree is not complete after 18 hours of post-comprehensive enrollment, the candidate continues to enroll each semester
and each summer session until all requirements for the degree have been met.
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10. Complete a dissertation.
11. Pass a final, oral examination on the dissertation.
Note: Contact your department or program for more information about research skills and responsible scholarship, and the current
requirements for doctoral students. Current policies on Doctoral Research Skills and Responsible Scholarship are listed in the
Graduate Studies section of the online catalog and in KU Policy Library.
Handbook for Graduate Students
A more detailed account of advising procedures, degree requirements, and program options is set forth in the department’s
Manual of Graduate Study in Sociology, which is available online at sociology.ku.edu/gradprog.
(NEW) Proposed Changes
The key change is from separate MA/PhD descriptions to a PhD program (with MA on the way)
Ph.D. Degree Requirements
For the Ph.D., students must complete all M.A. degree requirements and the following Ph.D. requirements:
1.
Students must complete 54 total hours of graduate credits for a Ph.D. Within the first two years of the program,
students must complete the following M.A. level requirements. The M.A thesis must be supervised by a faculty
member of the student’s choosing. If the students do not complete all the M.A. level requirements within the first
two years of the program, the student will not become eligible for the renewal of their GTA/GRA funding.
2.
a.
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In the first two years, the students must complete: 36 hours of graduate credit, including:
SOC 810 Sociological Inquiry,
SOC 811 Sociological Research,
SOC 812 Analytic Methods in Sociology
1 additional graduate-level course in sociological methods,
1 graduate-level course in sociological theory,
5 graduate-level sociology seminars, and
6 thesis hours in SOC 899
Begin compiling portfolios of their professional work.
*Individual Master’s Readings courses (SOC 891) may not be used to meet these requirements except by approved
petition.
b. Preparation and defense of an M.A. thesis
The defense of the M.A. thesis includes a general examination of sociological theory and research.
Completion of these requirements makes the student eligible to obtain the M.A. degree, and allows the student to
proceed to doctoral study with the approval of the graduate committee.
Non-Thesis Terminal M.A.: Students who do not wish to continue on to the Ph.D. and who do not complete an M.A.
thesis may be awarded a terminal M.A. if they fulfill all the M.A. requirements (see the section below on NonThesis (Terminal) M.A. Option for details).
3.
After completing the requirements for a M.A. degree, students must attain the requisite levels of competence in the
history and theory of sociology and in methods of sociological research by completing the courses listed below.
Students must complete the following coursework requirements, totaling18 graduate credit hours, with a minimum
GPA of 3.0:
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
1 graduate-level sociology methods course,
2 graduate-level courses in sociological theory, and
3 graduate-level sociology seminars
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*Individual Doctoral Readings courses (SOC 991) may not be used to meet these requirements except by approved
petition.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
Complete the Research Skills and Responsible Scholarship (RSRS) requirement. The university requires that every
doctoral student have training in responsible scholarship and research skills pertinent to the field of research and
appropriate to the doctoral level. This requirement must be met before taking the comprehensive oral exam.
Doctoral students in sociology meet this requirement by completion of the following courses: SOC 810, SOC 811,
SOC 812, SOC 910. Additional information about this requirement can be found under Doctoral Degree
Requirements, Doctor of Philosophy, Research Skills in the Graduate Studies section of the online catalog.
Students must compile portfolios of their professional work successfully demonstrating command of 2 fields of
specialization within sociology and preparation to undertake dissertation research.
Pass an oral comprehensive examination and defense of dissertation proposal, within the first six semesters postM.A. degree. The oral comprehensive examination and dissertation defense occurs at the same time. The oral
comprehensive examination refers to an oral examination of the student’s understanding of the two fields of
specialization. The dissertation committee must consist of at least five members, four of whom are members of the
Sociology Department.
The candidate must continue to enroll in accordance with the University post-comprehensive enrollment
requirements until all PhD degree requirements have been met.
Complete a dissertation.
Pass a final, oral examination on the dissertation.
Non-thesis (Terminal) MA Option
A student that wishes to complete the MA degree but does not wish to continue on for the Ph.D., may choose the non-thesis MA
option. Non-thesis students must complete 36 hours of graduate credit including:
1. SOC 810 Sociological Inquiry,
2. SOC 811 Sociological Research,
3. 2 graduate-level courses in sociological methods, including SOC 812 Analytical Methods in Sociology.
4. 1 graduate-level course in sociological theory, and
5. 7 graduate-level sociology seminars.
*Individual Master’s Readings courses (SOC 891) may not be used to meet these requirements except by approved petition.
Completion of these requirements leads to the M.A. degree but does not allow the student to proceed to doctoral study.
A final oral examination over course work in sociology is also required.
Graduate Admission
The Department of Sociology at the University of Kansas offers a Ph.D. program in sociology. Upon admission, all students
are enrolled as Ph.D. students, but must complete all requirements for a M.A. degree during their progress toward the Ph.D.
degree. Students are eligible to apply for the M.A. degree once these M.A. requirements are met.
To be considered for admission, applicants must have completed 15 credit hours in sociology, a course in sociological theory,
and a course in statistics. Applications must include scores on the Graduate Record Examination aptitude tests. International
applicants must submit scores on the GRE and either the Test of English as a Foreign Language or the academic format of the
International English Language Testing System administered by the University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations.
Applications also must include
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A statement of academic interests and professional goals,
3 recommendation rating forms and letters from individuals who can evaluate the applicant’s academic performance,
1 complete set of transcripts from all colleges and universities attended,
A current résumé/curriculum vitae,
A writing sample, and
A nonrefundable application fee (see Admission in the Graduate Studies section of the online catalog).
The applicant’s record should indicate considerable academic promise and a high level of motivation.
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Submit your graduate application online. Send transcripts of all completed university course work to the department:
The University of Kansas
Department of Sociology
Fraser Hall
1415 Jayhawk Blvd., Room 716
Lawrence, KS 66045-7540
The changes to this program will first take effect Fall 2015 and first appear in the 2015-2016 academic catalog.
JUSTIFICATION:
The Department of Sociology would like to change our graduate program from a separate M.A. and Ph.D. program to a
Combined M.A./Ph.D. Program. This change would attract a higher achieving applicants who envisions pursuit of the
Ph.D. and is prepared to focus his/her studies more quickly and efficiently, would, in turn, improve our time to degree.
Further, Ph.D. students would be eligible for Graduate Studies doctoral recruiting fellowships, since they would be
considered to be doctoral students upon acceptance. Currently, the applicants to our M.A. program (most of whom
continue in our Ph.D. program) are not eligible to be recruited with Graduate Studies fellowships. Being able to offer our
top applicants financial support would improve our chances of recruiting some of the candidates we may lose to schools
that have more attractive funding opportunities. Finally, our Doctoral Program Profile, which currently includes statistics
mostly on applications to the Ph.D. program would be positively affected by a change to a Ph.D. program, since about
70% of students who apply to our M.A. program in the past have been those with B.A. degrees, and these B.A. students
can now apply directly to a Ph.D. program. This would boost our DPP (Doctoral Program Profile) application statistics
considerably. Currently, our DPP does not match or reflect the strength of our Ph.D. program. In addition to the
artificially low number of applications indicated on our DPP, the number of matriculations, as well as the number of
students we support through a fellowship, GTA, GA, or GRA positions, would increase dramatically and more
accurately capture the reality of our program. Prospective graduate students who look at our current DPP would have the
false impression that we receive very few applications to our graduate program in general, support very few students, and
that our Ph.D. program is small. In sum, by changing to a Ph.D. program, we would: 1) attract a higher level of applicant
with a more streamlined degree program; 2) be able to recruit our top candidates with Graduate Studies recruiting
fellowships; 3) improve our time to degree 4) improve our DPP statistics, which do not currently capture the strengths of
our program. Being more accurately represented on our DPP would also have a positive effect on the size and quality of
our applicant pool.
c.
d.
New Graduate Certificate in American Studies (see addendum 1)
New Graduate Certificate in Environmental Assessment (see addendum)
----------III.
REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE ON UNDERGRADUATE STUDIES & ADVISING (CUSA)
A. Curricular Changes for Approval
AFRICAN & AFRICAN-AMERICAN STUDIES
CHANGE:
AAAS 106
(OLD)
AAAS 106
(NEW)
NEW REQUEST TO CROSSLIST
THE BLACK EXPERIENCE IN THE AMERICAS 3 H, HT, W, AE41
An interdisciplinary study of the history of the African peoples of the New World, relating their cultures and
institutions to the African background and to their peculiar New World experiences up to and including the
nineteenth century. While the main emphasis will be on the U.S.A., attention will also be paid to the Caribbean and
Latin America. Approaches will include demography, economics, social and political developments, literature, and
music. LEC.
THE BLACK EXPERIENCE IN THE AMERICAS 3 H, HT, W, AE41
An interdisciplinary study of the history of the African peoples of the New World, relating their cultures and
institutions to the African background and to their peculiar New World experiences up to and including the
nineteenth century. While the main emphasis is on the U.S.A., attention is also paid to the Caribbean and Latin
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America. Approaches include demography, economics, social and political developments, literature, and music.
(Same as HIST 109) LEC.
CHANGE:
AAAS 333
(OLD)
AAAS 333
(NEW)
PREREQUISITE
COURSE IS CURRENTLY CROSSLISTED
INTRODUCTION TO CARIBBEAN LITERATURE 3 H, W, AE42
Reading, analysis, and discussion of fiction, poetry, and drama from the Caribbean, including a small selection of
Spanish, French, and Dutch Antillean works in translation. Prerequisite: ENGL 102 and one 200-level course in
English or consent of instructor. (Same as ENGL 339) LEC
INTRODUCTION TO CARIBBEAN LITERATURE 3 H, W, AE42
Reading, analysis, and discussion of fiction, poetry, and drama from the Caribbean, including a small selection of
Spanish, French, and Dutch Antillean works in translation. Prerequisite: Prior completion of the KU Core Written
Communication requirement. Recommended: Prior completion of one 200-level English course. (Same as ENGL
339) LEC
CHANGE:
SOMI 110
NEW COURSE
ELEMENTARY SOMALI I 5 U
Five hours of class per week. Basic level of oral fluency and aural comprehension. Vocabulary acquisition,
pronunciation, grammar, and writing. Reading of simple texts. Not open to native speakers of Somali. LEC. F1
CHANGE:
SOMI 120
NEW COURSE
ELEMENTARY SOMALI II 5 U
Five hours of class per week. A continuation of SOMI 110. Readings in cultural texts. Prerequisite: SOMI 110.
LEC. F2
CHANGE:
SOMI 210
NEW COURSE
INTERMEDIATE SOMALI I 3 U
Three hours of class conducted in Somali. Intermediate oral proficiency and aural comprehension. Systematic
review of grammar. Writing skills beyond the basic level. Introduction to modern Somali texts and discussion in
Somali. Prerequisite: SOMI 120. LEC. F3
CHANGE:
SOMI 220
NEW COURSE
INTERMEDIATE SOMALI II 3 U
Three hours of class conducted in Somali. Continuation of SOMI 210. Discussion in Somali of texts studied.
Prerequisite: SOMI 210. LEC. F4
ANTHROPOLOGY
CHANGE:
ANTH 462
NEW COURSE
FIELD METHODS IN CULTURAL ANTHROPOLOGY 3 H
This course introduces students to ethical considerations, methods used in ethnographic fieldwork, field notes,
coding data, analysis, and write-up. Students design and carry out research projects. Prerequisite: Anth 108/308, or
Anth 160/360/162, or instructor's approval.
CHANGE:
ANTH 560
(OLD)
NUMBER
INTRODUCTION TO ECONOMIC ANTHROPOLOGY 3 S
This course uses ethnographic case materials to explore the ways humans provision themselves under different
social and environmental conditions. It introduces the basic theories, concepts, and debates of economic
anthropology and provides a foundation for more advanced courses in this subdiscipline. Prerequisites: Anth
108/308, or Anth 160/360, or permission of instructor.
INTRODUCTION TO ECONOMIC ANTHROPOLOGY 3 S
This course uses ethnographic case materials to explore the ways humans provision themselves under different
social and environmental conditions. It introduces the basic theories, concepts, and debates of economic
anthropology and provides a foundation for more advanced courses in this subdiscipline. Prerequisites: Anth
108/308, or Anth 160/360, or permission of instructor.
ANTH 367
(NEW)
CHANGE:
ANTH 543
(OLD)
TITLE
ANTHROPOLOGY OF FOOD AND NUTRITION 3 N
The first half of the course focuses on nutrition through the life cycle, with an emphasis on biological, cultural, and
environmental factors that influence human dietary intake and nutrition across the life span. Particular attention is
given to the role of nutrition in cross-cultural variation in human growth, development, and aging. The second half
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ANTH 543
(NEW)
of the course examines evolutionary aspects of human nutrition, including the origins and adaptive significance of
regional and cultural basis. The development of taste and food preferences, at the level of the individual and
population, as well as symbolic aspects of dietary behavior also will be considered. Prerequisite: ANTH 542 or
permission of instructor. LEC.
NUTRITION THROUGH THE LIFE CYCLE 3 N
The first half of the course focuses on nutrition through the life cycle, with an emphasis on biological, cultural, and
environmental factors that influence human dietary intake and nutrition across the life span. Particular attention is
given to the role of nutrition in cross-cultural variation in human growth, development, and aging. The second half
of the course examines evolutionary aspects of human nutrition, including the origins and adaptive significance of
regional and cultural basis. The development of taste and food preferences, at the level of the individual and
population, as well as symbolic aspects of dietary behavior is also considered. Prerequisite: ANTH 542 or
permission of instructor. LEC.
PHYSICS & ASTRONOMY
CHANGE:
ASTR 191
(OLD)
ASTR 191
(NEW)
CHANGE:
ASTR 196
COURSE DESCRIPTION PREREQUISITE
CONTEMPORARY ASTRONOMY 3 N, NP, GE3N
The structure and evolution of the universe, from nearby planets to distant quasars, are examined. Topics include
recent discoveries concerning planets, stars, pulsars and black holes as well as their evolution, the structure of the
universe today and how it will be in the future. The emphasis is descriptive rather than mathematical. Concurrent
enrollment in ASTR 196 suggested, but not required. Prerequisite: one year each of high school algebra and
geometry.
CONTEMPORARY ASTRONOMY 3 N, NP, GE3N
The structure and evolution of the universe, from nearby planets to distant quasars, are examined. Topics include
recent discoveries concerning planets, stars, pulsars and black holes as well as their evolution, the structure of the
universe today and how it will be in the future. The emphasis is descriptive rather than mathematical. Prerequisite:
eligibility for MATH 101.
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INTRODUCTORY ASTRONOMY LABORATORY 1 U
An introduction to astronomical observations and methods. Students have the opportunity to use the telescopes at the
K.U. observatory. The course includes constellation recognition, finding celestial objects, and interpreting
astronomical data. A companion course to ASTR 191 or ASTR 391. Counts as a laboratory science when preceded
or accompanied by ASTR 191 or ASTR 391. Prerequisite or corequisite: ASTR 191 or ASTR 391.
Satisfies: U Undesignated elective (U) Prerequisite:
An introduction to astronomical observations and methods. Students have the opportunity to use the telescopes at the
K.U. observatory. The course includes constellation recognition, finding celestial objects, and interpreting
astronomical data. A companion course to ASTR 191 or ASTR 391. Counts as a laboratory science when preceded
or accompanied by ASTR 191 or ASTR 391. Prerequisite or corequisite: ASTR 191 or ASTR 391.
Satisfies: U Undesignated elective (U)
COMMUNICATIONS
CHANGE:
COMS 133
NEW COURSE
ORAL COMMUNICATION FOR THE PROFESSIONAL SCHOOLS, HONORS 3 H GE22
This course focuses on the study of oral communication the application, preparation, presentation and criticism of
messages appropriate in the business or organizational setting. Special consideration is given to speaker confidence,
working in teams, listening behaviors and application of communication theories to the audience and rhetorical
situation. Not open to students with credit in COMS 150. Prerequisite: Open only to students in the professional
schools who are members of the University Honors Program.
ECONOMICS
CHANGE:
ECON 520
(OLD)
ECON 520
PREREQUISITE
MICROECONOMICS 3 S
The theory of consumption, production, pricing, and resource allocation. Not open for credit to students with credit
in ECON 524. Prerequisite: ECON 142 and ECON 144.
MICROECONOMICS 3 S
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(NEW)
The theory of consumption, production, pricing, and resource allocation. Not open for credit to students with credit
in ECON 524. Prerequisite: ECON 142, ECON 144, and Math 116 or Math 122 (or equivalent).
ENGLISH
CHANGE:
ENGL 339
(OLD)
ENGL 339
(NEW)
PREREQUISITE
COURSE IS CURRENTLY CROSSLISTED
INTRODUCTION TO CARIBBEAN LITERATURE 3 H, W AE42
Reading, analysis, and discussion of fiction, poetry, and drama from the Caribbean, including a small selection of
Spanish, French, and Dutch Antillean works in translation.Prerequisite: ENGL 102 and one 200-level course in
English or consent of instructor. (Same as AAAS 333.) LEC
INTRODUCTION TO CARIBBEAN LITERATURE 3 H, W AE42
Reading, analysis, and discussion of fiction, poetry, and drama from the Caribbean, including a small selection of
Spanish, French, and Dutch Antillean works in translation. Prerequisite: Prior completion of the KU Core Written
Communication requirement. Recommended: Prior completion of one 200-level English course. (Same as AAAS
333.) LEC
FRENCH & ITALIAN
CHANGE:
FREN 111
CHANGE:
FREN 112
CHANGE:
FREN 113
NEW COURSE
INTRODUCTION TO FRENCH I 3 U
Introduction to French for special purposes; no previous French required. Provides basic familiarity with the French
language, focusing on speaking, listening, reading and the essentials of French grammar. Introduction to the culture
of the French-speaking world. Three class hours per week; may be delivered by videoconference or face-to-face.
Does not satisfy any KU language requirement. Prerequisite: Instructor permission required.
NEW COURSE
INTRODUCTION TO FRENCH II 3 U
Continuation of FREN 111. Further development of basic familiarity with the French language, focusing on
speaking, listening, reading and the essentials of French grammar. Continued exploration of the culture of the
French-speaking world. Three class hours per week; may be delivered by videoconference or face-to-face. Does not
satisfy any KU language requirement. Prerequisite: FREN 111 or permission of instructor.
NEW COURSE
INTRODUCTION TO FRENCH III 1.5 U
Continuation of FREN 112. Further development of basic familiarity with the French language, focusing on
speaking, listening, reading and the essentials of French grammar. Continued exploration of the culture of the
French-speaking world. Three class hours per week; may be delivered by videoconference or face-to-face. Does not
satisfy any KU language requirement. Prerequisite: FREN 112 or permission of instructor.
GEOLOGY
CHANGE:
GEOL 103
(OLD)
GEOL 103
(NEW)
CHANGE:
GEOL 121
COURSE DESCRIPTION PREREQUISITE TITLE
GEOLOGY FUNDAMENTALS LABORTORY 2 U
A course in geologic laboratory studies. This course plus GEOL 101, GEOL 102, GEOL 105, or GEOL 106 satisfies
the College laboratory science requirement. Gives students practical, hands-on experience with identifying earth
materials (rocks, minerals, fossils), understanding their relationships to earth processes, understanding topographic
and geologic maps, interpreting results of surficial processes, and learning about deep-earth processes such as
earthquakes. Includes short field trips to see geologic structures and results of local geologic processes. This lab
course may be offered in on-campus lab or online format. Prerequisite: Previous or concurrent enrollment in GEOL
101, GEOL 102, GEOL 105, or GEOL 106.
GEOLOGY FUNDAMENTALS LABORATORY 2 U
A course in geologic laboratory studies. This course plus GEOL 101, GEOL 102, GEOL 105, GEOL 106, or GEOL
121 satisfies the College laboratory science requirement. Gives students practical, hands-on experience with
identifying earth materials (rocks, minerals, fossils), understanding their relationships to earth processes,
understanding topographic and geologic maps, interpreting results of surficial processes, and learning about deepearth processes such as earthquakes. Includes short field trips to see geologic structures and results of local geologic
processes. This lab course may be offered in on-campus lab or online format. Prerequisite: Previous or concurrent
enrollment in GEOL 101, GEOL 102, GEOL 105, GEOL 106 or GEOL 121.
COURSE DESCRIPTION TITLE
PREHISTORIC LIFE: DNA TO DINOS 3 N, NE, GE3N
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(OLD)
GEOL 121
(NEW)
An introduction to the history of life and the origin and evolution of animals and plants during the earth's long
history. The fossil record is interpreted by applying both biological and geological principles.
LIFE THROUGH TIME: DNA TO DINOSAURS 3 N, NE, GE3N
This course lead students on a journey through time to explore the interconnection between life and the geology of
Earth, including our own complex relationship with the world around us. This course with GEOL 103 satisfies the
College laboratory science requirement. Concurrent enrollment in GEOL 103 is recommended, but not required, for
students taking both.
HISTORY
CHANGE:
HIST 109
NEW CROSS-LISTED COURSE
THE BLACK EXPERIENCE IN THE AMERICAS 3 H, HT, W, AE41
An interdisciplinary study of the history of the African peoples of the New World, relating their cultures and
institutions to the African background and to their peculiar New World experiences up to and including the
nineteenth century. While the main emphasis is on the U.S.A., attention is also paid to the Caribbean and Latin
America. Approaches include demography, economics, social and political developments, literature, and music.
(Same as AAAS 106) LEC
CHANGE:
HIST 318
NEW CROSS-LISTED COURSE
INDIAN TERRITORY 3 H
This course examines the cultural, social, economic, environmental, and political history of Indian Territory in what
is now the state of Oklahoma. It surveys the diverse geographical regions, tribal cultures, the impact of Indian
Removal Act, assimilation, acculturation, westward expansion, the Civil War, boarding schools, the Dawes Act, the
Curtis Act, and land runs on Indian Territory residents. The course also treats post-Civil War violence, outlaws, and
the role of tribal courts along with controversies over removals, Land Run celebrations, allotment scandals, and
Osage oil murders. (Same as HWC 345 and ISP 345) LEC
CHANGE:
HIST 341
(OLD)
NEW REQUEST TO CROSSLIST
HITLER AND NAZI GERMANY 3 H W
An examination of the rise of Hitler and Nazism, beginning with the breakdown of 19th century culture in the First
World War and continuing through the failure of democracy under the Weimar Republic. The course will also
discuss the impact of Nazism on Germany and how Nazism led to the Second World War and the Holocaust. LEC
HITLER AND NAZI GERMANY 3 H W
An examination of the rise of Hitler and Nazism, beginning with the breakdown of 19th century culture in the First
World War and continuing through the failure of democracy under the Weimar Republic. The course will also
discuss the impact of Nazism on Germany and how Nazism led to the Second World War and the Holocaust. (Same
as JWSH 341) LEC
HIST 341
(NEW)
HONORS
CHANGE:
HNRS 250
NEW COURSE
CITIZEN PHILANTHROPY: AN INTRODUCTION TO THE NONPROFIT WORLD 3 U
This interdisciplinary course explores the historical and economic roots of citizen generosity and the role of the
nonprofit/philanthropic sector. This service learning course combines volunteer experiences and public service
internships with research and exploration of the missions and ethical orientations of nonprofit organizations. The
course is designed to explore the social and the ethical contexts of the nonprofit sector with opportunities to
demonstrate social and civic responsibility.
HUMANITIES & WESTERN CIVILIZATION
CHANGE:
HWC 345
NEW CROSS-LISTED COURSE
INDIAN TERRITORY 03 H
This course examines the cultural, social, economic, environmental, and political background of Indian territory in
what is now the state of Oklahoma. It surveys the diverse geographical regions, tribal cultures, the impact of the
Indian Removal Act, assimilation, acculturation, westward expansion, the Civil War, boarding schools, the Dawes
Act, the Curtis Act, and land runs on Territory residents. The course also treats post-Civil War violence, outlaws,
and the role of tribal courts along with controversies over removals, Land Run celebrations, allotment scandals, and
Osage oil murders. (Same as HIST 318 and ISP 345) LEC
INDIGENOUS STUDIES
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CHANGE:
ISP 345
NEW CROSS-LISTED COURSE
INDIAN TERRITORY 3 H
This course examines the cultural, social, economic, environmental, and political background of Indian Territory in
what is now the state of Oklahoma. It surveys the diverse geographical regions, tribal cultures, the impact of the
Indian Removal Act, assimilation, acculturation, westward expansion, the Civil war, boarding schools, the Dawes
Act, the Curtis Act, and land runs on Territory residents. The course also treats post-Civil War violence, outlaws,
and the role of tribal courts along with controversies over removals, Land Run celebrations, allotment scandals, and
Osage oil murders. (Same as HIST 318 and HWC 345) LEC
JEWISH STUDIES
CHANGE:
JWSH 341
NEW CROSS-LISTED COURSE
HITLER AND NAZI GERMANY 3 H
An examination of the rise of Hitler and Nazism, beginning with the breakdown of 19th century culture in the First
World War and continuing through the failure of democracy under the Weimar Republic. The course will also
discuss the impact of Nazism on Germany and how Nazism led to the Second World War and the Holocaust. (Same
as HIST 341) LEC
MATHEMATICS
CHANGE:
MATH 143
DELETE COURSE
LINEAR ALGEBRA AND MULTIVARIABLE CALCULUS: HONORS. 5 N
Linear spaces, linear transformations and matrices, determinants, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, differential calculus
of vector-valued functions, multiple integrals, line integrals and surface integrals. Infinite series. Prerequisite:
MATH 122 or MATH 142, or equivalent, and invitation of the Department of Mathematics. LEC.
Linear spaces, linear transformations and matrices, determinants, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, differential calculus
of vector-valued functions, multiple integrals, line integrals and surface integrals. Infinite series. Prerequisite:
MATH 122 or MATH 142, or equivalent, and invitation of the Department of Mathematics. LEC.
CHANGE:
MATH 320
(OLD)
MATH 320
(NEW)
PREREQUISITE
ELEMENTARY DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS 3 N
Linear ordinary differential equations, series solutions. Laplace transforms. Systems of equations. Not open to those
who have taken MATH 220. Prerequisite: MATH 223 and MATH 290, or MATH 143. LEC.
ELEMENTARY DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS 3 N
Linear ordinary differential equations, series solutions. Laplace transforms. Systems of equations. Not open to those
who have taken MATH 220. Prerequisite: MATH 223 or MATH 243; and MATH 290 or MATH 291. LEC.
CHANGE:
MATH 321
DELETE COURSE
DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS: HONORS 3 N
Linear differential equations with applications, Wronskian, power series solution, systems of differential equations.
Prerequisite: MATH 223 and MATH 290 or MATH 143, or equivalent and invitation of the Department of
Mathematics. LEC.
CHANGE:
MATH 365
(OLD)
PREREQUISITE
ELEMENTARY STATISTICS 3 N, GE12
Elementary descriptive statistics of a sample of measurements; probability; the binomial, Poisson, and normal
distributions, populations and sampling from populations; simple problems of statistical inference. May not be
counted for junior-senior credit toward a major in mathematics. Not open to students with credit in BUS 368, BIOL
570, MATH 465, MATH 526, or MATH 628. Prerequisite: MATH 101, MATH 104, or MATH 111. LEC.
ELEMENTARY STATISTICS 3 N, GE12
Elementary descriptive statistics of a sample of measurements; probability; the binomial, Poisson, and normal
distributions, populations and sampling from populations; simple problems of statistical inference. May not be
counted for junior-senior credit toward a major in mathematics. Not open to students with credit in DSCI 202, BIOL
570, MATH 465, MATH 526, or MATH 628. Prerequisite: MATH 101, MATH 104, or two years of high school
algebra and a score of 26 or higher on ACT mathematics, or a qualifying score on the mathematics placement test.
LEC.
MATH 365
(NEW)
CHANGE:
COURSE DESCRIPTION PREREQUISITE
CREDIT
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MATH 470
(OLD)
MATH 470
(NEW)
CHANGE:
MATH 500
(OLD)
MATH 500
(NEW)
PROBLEM SOLVING 3 N
An introduction to the general methods of solving mathematical problems. Particular techniques such as
specialization, generalization, contradiction, and induction will be presented. Topics presented may vary from
semester to semester. Prerequisite: MATH 122 or equivalent or concurrent enrollment in MATH 122. LEC.
PROBLEM SOLVING 1-3 N
An introduction to the general methods of solving mathematical problems and modeling. Particular techniques such
as specialization, generalization, contradiction, and induction will be presented. Course may be repeated for credit,
as topics presented may vary from semester to semester. Prerequisite: MATH 122. LEC.
PREREQUISITE
INTERMEDIATE ANALYSIS 3 N
A careful formulation of convergence and limits of sequences and functions; continuity and properties of continuous
functions; differentiation; the Riemann integral; mean-value theorems and the fundamental theorem of calculus. Not
open to students with credit in MATH 765. Prerequisite: MATH 223 and MATH 290, or MATH 143. LEC.
INTERMEDIATE ANALYSIS 3 N
A careful formulation of convergence and limits of sequences and functions; continuity and properties of continuous
functions; differentiation; the Riemann integral; mean-value theorems and the fundamental theorem of calculus. Not
open to students with credit in MATH 765. Prerequisite: MATH 223 or MATH 243; and MATH 290 or MATH 291.
LEC.
CHANGE:
MATH 520
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INTERMEDIATE LOGIC 3 N
Formal systems, propositional and predicate logic, completeness theorem, effective procedures, definability in
number theory, Godel's incompleteness theorem. Prerequisite: MATH 450, or MATH 588, or MATH 590. LEC.
Prerequisite:
CHANGE:
MATH 530
(OLD)
PREREQUISITE TITLE
MATHEMATICAL MODELS I 3 N
An introduction to mathematical models useful in a large variety of scientific and technical endeavors. Topics
include: model construction, Markov chain models, models for linear optimization, graphs as models, and game
theory. Prerequisite: MATH 223 and MATH 290, or MATH 143. LEC.
MATHEMATICAL MODELS 3 N
An introduction to mathematical models useful in a large variety of scientific and technical endeavors. Topics
include: model construction, Markov chain models, models for linear optimization, graphs as models, and game
theory. Prerequisite: MATH 223 or MATH 243; and MATH 290 or MATH 291. LEC.
MATH 530
(NEW)
CHANGE:
MATH 531
DELETE COURSE
MATHEMATICAL MODELS II 3 N
A continuation of MATH 530. Topics include: deterministic and stochastic models of growth processes, growth
models for epidemics, rumors and queues; parameter estimation; and methods of comparing models. Prerequisite:
MATH 530 and some probability. LEC. A continuation of MATH 530. Topics include: deterministic and
stochastic models of growth processes, growth models for epidemics, rumors and queues; parameter estimation; and
methods of comparing models. Prerequisite: MATH 530 and some probability. LEC.
CHANGE:
MATH 542
(OLD)
PREREQUISITE
DESCRIPTION
VECTOR ANALYSIS 2 N
Vector algebra; vector and scalar fields; line and surface integrals; theorems of Gauss, Green, and Stokes.
Curvilinear coordinates. Applications. Introduction to tensor analysis. Not open to those with credit in MATH 143.
Prerequisite: MATH 223 and MATH 290. LEC.
VECTOR ANALYSIS 2 N
Vector algebra; vector and scalar fields; line and surface integrals; theorems of Gauss, Green, and Stokes.
Curvilinear coordinates. Applications. Introduction to tensor analysis. Not open to those with credit in MATH 243.
Prerequisite: MATH 223; and MATH 290 or MATH 291. LEC.
MATH 542
(NEW)
CHANGE:
MATH 562
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EVOLUTION OF MATHEMATICAL THOUGHT 3 N
Development of selected topics from the mainstream of mathematics. Prerequisite: Senior standing and at least nine
hours credit in mathematics courses numbered 450 or above. LEC.
CHANGE:
PREREQUISITE
DESCRIPTION
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MATH 590
(OLD)
MATH 590
(NEW)
CHANGE:
MATH 605
(OLD)
MATH 605
(NEW)
CHANGE:
MATH 624
(OLD)
MATH 624
(NEW)
LINEAR ALGEBRA 3 N
Vector spaces, linear transformations, and matrices. Canonical forms, Determinants. Hermitian, unitary and normal
transformations. Not open to students with credit in MATH 792. Prerequisite: MATH 223 and MATH 290 or
equivalent, or MATH 143. LEC.
LINEAR ALGEBRA 3 N
Vector spaces, linear transformations, and matrices. Canonical forms, Determinants. Hermitian, unitary and normal
transformations. Not open to students with credit in MATH 790. Prerequisite: MATH 223 or MATH 243; and
MATH 290 or MATH 291. LEC.
PREREQUISITE
APPLIED REGRESSION ANALYSIS 3 N
The matrix approach to regression. Weighted least squares, transformations, examination of residuals, model
selection, and analysis of variance. Prerequisite: One calculus-based statistics course. LEC.
APPLIED REGRESSION ANALYSIS 3 N
The matrix approach to regression. Weighted least squares, transformations, examination of residuals, model
selection, and analysis of variance. Prerequisite: MATH 290 or 291; and a calculus-based statistics course. LEC.
PREREQUISITE
DISCRETE PROBABILITY 3 N
Theory and applications of discrete probability models. Elementary combinatory analysis, random walks, urn
models, occupancy problems, and the binomial and Poisson distributions. Prerequisite: MATH 223 and MATH 290,
or MATH 143. LEC.
DISCRETE PROBABILITY 3 N
Theory and applications of discrete probability models. Elementary combinatory analysis, random walks, urn
models, occupancy problems, and the binomial and Poisson distributions. Prerequisite: MATH 223 or MATH 243;
and MATH 290 or MATH 291. LEC.
CHANGE:
MATH 627
(OLD)
PREREQUISITE
PROBABILITY 3 N
Introduction to mathematical probability; combinatorial analysis; the binomial, Poisson, and normal distributions;
limit theorems; laws of large numbers. Prerequisite: MATH 223 and MATH 290 or equivalent, or MATH 143. LEC.
MATH 627
(NEW)
PROBABILITY 3 N
Introduction to mathematical probability; combinatorial analysis; the binomial, Poisson, and normal distributions;
limit theorems; laws of large numbers. Prerequisite: MATH 223 or MATH 243; and MATH 290 or MATH 291.
LEC.
CHANGE:
MATH 650
NEW COURSE
NONLINEAR DYNAMICAL SYSTEMS 3 N
This course provides an introduction to nonlinear ordinary differential equations and dynamical systems theory with
an emphasis on applications. Topics covered include the existence and uniqueness of solutions to initial value
problems, as well as the qualitative behavior of solutions, including existence of equilibria, periodic and connecting
orbits, and their stability. Additional topics include an introduction to bifurcation theory and chaos. Prerequisites:
MATH 220 and MATH 290, or MATH 320, or equivalent.
CHANGE:
MATH 631
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OPERATIONS RESEARCH 3 N
An introduction to commonly applied techniques. Topics include linear programming, duality and sensitivity
analysis, the transportation problem, networks, decision and game theory, inventory models and queueing systems.
Prerequisite: A calculus-based statistics course or permission of instructor. LEC.
CHANGE:
MATH 660
(OLD)
PREREQUISITE
GEOMETRY I 3 N
An introduction to modern geometry. Differential geometry of curves and surfaces, the topological classification of
closed surfaces, dynamical systems, and knots and their polynomials. Other topics as time permits. Prerequisite:
MATH 223 and MATH 290, or equivalent, or MATH 143. LEC.
GEOMETRY I 3 N
An introduction to modern geometry. Differential geometry of curves and surfaces, the topological classification of
closed surfaces, dynamical systems, and knots and their polynomials. Other topics as time permits. Prerequisite:
MATH 223 or 243; and MATH 290 or MATH 291. LEC.
MATH 660
(NEW)
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SPANISH
CHANGE:
SPAN 500
(OLD)
SPAN 500
(NEW)
CHANGE:
SPAN 501
COURSE DESCRIPTION
HISPANIC LITERATURE IN TRANSLATION 3 H
A study of the literature in English translation of a particular author, period, genre, country, region, or theme.
Discussion in English and frequent critical papers. May be repeated for credit as the topic varies. Will not count
toward the Spanish major. Prerequisite: Completion of one junior-senior level literature course in any language.
HISPANIC LITERATURE IN TRANSLATION 3 H
A study of the literature in English translation of a particular author, period, genre, country, region, or theme.
Discussion in English and frequent critical papers. All course readings and writing assignments are also in English.
May be repeated for credit as the topic varies. Will not count toward the Spanish major. Prerequisite: Completion of
one junior-senior level literature course in any language.
NEW COURSE
STUDIES IN HISPANIC LITERATURE 3 H
A study of the literature of a particular author, period, genre, country, region, or theme. Discussion in English and
frequent critical papers. May be repeated for credit as the topic varies. May be taken for elective credit in the
Spanish major. All course readings and writing assignments are in Spanish. Will not count toward the Latin
American literature requirement in the Spanish major. Prerequisite: Span 340, plus completion of one junior-senior
level literature course in any language.
THEATRE
CHANGE:
THR 101
(OLD)
THR 101
(NEW)
CHANGE:
THR 201
(OLD)
THR 201
(NEW)
CHANGE:
THR 301
(OLD)
THR 301
(NEW)
CHANGE:
THR 401
(OLD)
COURSE DESCRIPTION
THEATRE PRACTICUM I 1 H
Involvement in theatre performance and/or production. One acting role in a University Theatre production or
classroom project plus one crew assignment, or two crew assignments qualify for credit. May be repeated for credit.
This course will be graded satisfactory/unsatisfactory. ACT.
THEATRE PRACTICUM I 1 H
Involvement in theatre performance and/or production. One acting role in a University Theatre production or
classroom project plus one crew assignment, or two crew assignments qualify for credit. May be repeated for credit.
ACT.
COURSE DESCRIPTION
THEATRE PRACTICUM II 1 H
Involvement in theatre performance and/or production. One acting role in a University Theatre production or
classroom project plus one crew assignment, or two crew assignments qualify for credit. May be repeated for credit.
This course will be graded satisfactory/unsatisfactory. Prerequisite: THR 101. ACT.
THEATRE PRACTICUM II 1 H
Involvement in theatre performance and/or production. One acting role inUniversity Theatre production or
classroom project plus one crew assignment, or two
crew assignments qualify for credit. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: THR
101. ACT.
COURSE DESCRIPTION
THEATRE PRACTICUM III 1 H
Involvement in theatre performance and/or production. One acting role in a University Theatre production or
classroom project plus one crew assignment, or two crew assignments qualify for credit. May be repeated for credit.
This course will be graded satisfactory/unsatisfactory. Prerequisite: THR 201. ACT.
THEATRE PRACTICUM III 1 H
Involvement in theatre performance and/or production. One acting role in a University Theatre production or
classroom project plus one crew assignment, or two crew assignments qualify for credit. May be repeated for credit.
Prerequisite: THR 201. ACT.
COURSE DESCRIPTION
STAGE MANAGEMENT AND ASSISTANT DIRECTION 1 H
Majors are assigned to stage manage or assistant direct a University Theatre production, or to take related
workshops in stage management or assistant directing. May be repeated for credit. This course will be graded
satisfactory/unsatisfactory. ACT.
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THR 401
(NEW)
STAGE MANAGEMENT AND ASSISTANT DIRECTION 1 H
Majors are assigned to stage manage or assistant direct a University Theatre production, or to take related
workshops in stage management or assistant directing. May be repeated for credit. ACT.
WOMEN, GENDER & SEXUALITY STUDIES
CHANGE:
WGSS 301
NEW COURSE
RESEARCH METHODS IN WOMEN, GENDER AND SEXUALITY STUDIES 3 S
This course explores feminist epistemologies and research methods. It focuses on research design, feminist critiques
of dominant theories of knowledge, and the major methodologies employed in the social sciences and humanities.
Prerequisite WGSS 101.
CHANGE:
WGSS 499
(OLD)
COURSE DESCRIPTION TITLE
HONORS IN WOMEN'S STUDIES 3 S
An individual research project under the direction of a specialist in the area of the student's interest. May be counted
towards the total hours required for the major. Prerequisite: Majors only, with approval of the project adviser and the
Women's Studies honors coordinator. IND
HONORS IN WOMEN, GENDER AND SEXUALITY STUDIES 3 S
An individual research project under the direction of a specialist in the area of the student's interest. May be counted
towards the total hours required for the major. Prerequisite: Majors only, with approval of the project adviser and the
Women, Gender and Sexuality Studies honors coordinator. IND
WGSS 499
(NEW)
CHANGE:
WGSS 601
(OLD)
WGSS 601
(NEW)
COURSE DESCRIPTION TITLE
SEMINAR IN WOMEN'S STUDIES 3 S
Investigation of a topic related to women from an interdisciplinary perspective. Open only to women's studies
majors and required of them. Suggested for the senior year. LEC Prerequisite:
SEMINAR IN WOMEN, GENDER AND SEXUALITY STUDIES 3 S
Investigation of a topic related to women, gender or sexuality from an interdisciplinary perspective. Open only to
women's studies majors and human sexuality majors. Suggested for the senior year. LEC
B. Degree Requirements for Approval
1.
Changes to Existing Major – BA Mathematics
PROPOSAL
Current requirements
Mathematics Core Knowledge and Skills (21)
Majors must complete courses as specified in each of the following areas:
Calculus I. Satisfied by one of the following:
MATH 121 Calculus I
or MATH 141 Calculus I: Honors
5
Calculus II. Satisfied by one of the following:
MATH 122 Calculus II
or MATH 142 Calculus II: Honors
5
Vector Calculus. Satisfied by one of the following:
MATH 223 Vector Calculus
or MATH 243 Vector Calculus, Honors
3
Elementary Linear Algebra. Satisfied by one of the following:
MATH 290 Elementary Linear Algebra
2
or MATH 291 Elementary Linear Algebra, Honors
Analysis. Satisfied by one of the following:
MATH 500 Intermediate Analysis
or MATH 765 Mathematical Analysis I
3
28
Linear Algebra. Satisfied by one of the following:
MATH 590 Linear Algebra
or MATH 790 Linear Algebra II
3
Math Sequence Requirement
(6)
Majors must choose one of the following 2-course sequences. Courses selected above may contribute to 6
the minimum of 6 hours.
Probability & Statistics. Satisfied by:
MATH 627 Probability
& MATH 628 and Mathematical Theory of Statistics
Geometry. Satisfied by:
MATH 660 Geometry I
& MATH 661 and Geometry II
Analysis. Satisfied by:
MATH 765 Mathematical Analysis I
& MATH 766 and Mathematical Analysis II
Numerical Analysis. Satisfied by:
MATH 781 Numerical Analysis I
& MATH 782 and Numerical Analysis II
Linear & Modern Algebra. Satisfied by:
MATH 790 Linear Algebra II
& MATH 791 and Modern Algebra
Analysis & Complex Variables. Satisfied by:
MATH 500 Intermediate Analysis
& MATH 646 and Complex Variable and Applications
Statistics & Regression Analysis. Satisfied by:
MATH 526 Applied Mathematical Statistics I
& MATH 605 and Applied Regression Analysis
Statistics & Time Series Analysis. Satisfied by:
MATH 526 Applied Mathematical Statistics I & MATH 611 and Time Series Analysis
Mathematical Models. Satisfied by:
MATH 530 Mathematical Models I
& MATH 531 and Mathematical Models II
Number Theory & Modern Algebra. Satisfied by:
MATH 540 Elementary Number Theory
& MATH 558 and Introductory Modern Algebra
Modern Algebra & Coding Theory. Satisfied by:
MATH 558 Introductory Modern Algebra
& MATH 601 and Algebraic Coding Theory
Numerical Methods & Linear Algebra. Satisfied by:
MATH 581 Numerical Methods
& MATH 591 and Applied Numerical Linear Algebra
Linear Algebra. Satisfied by:
MATH 590 Linear Algebra
& MATH 790 and Linear Algebra II
Complex Variables & Partial Differential Equations. Satisfied by:
MATH 646 Complex Variable and Applications
& MATH 647 and Applied Partial Differential Equations
Partial Differential Equations & Calculus of Variations. Satisfied by:
MATH 647 Applied Partial Differential Equations
& MATH 648 and Calculus of Variations and Integral
Equations
Combinatorics & Graph Theory. Satisfied by:
Math Breadth
(15)
Majors must complete a minimum of 5 mathematics courses numbered 300 and above (each at least 3 15
29
credits), excluding MATH 365, MATH 409 and MATH 410, but including the upper division courses used to
satisfy the core and sequence requirements. The goals are to gain exposure to a variety of concepts and
methods in mathematics, develop abstract and critical thinking, and acquire knowledge to prepare for a
career using mathematics, further study of mathematics, or interdisciplinary work involving mathematics.
Major Hours & Major GPA
While completing all required courses, majors must also meet each of the following hour and grade-point average minimum standards:
Major Hours
Satisfied by 30 hours of major courses.
Major Hours in Residence
Satisfied by a minimum of 15 hours of KU resident credit in the major.
Major Junior/Senior Hours
Satisfied by a minimum of 15 hours from junior/senior courses (300+) in the major.
Major Junior/Senior Graduation GPA
Satisfied by a minimum of a 2.0 KU GPA in junior/senior courses (300+) in the major. GPA calculations include all junior/senior
courses in the field of study including F’s and repeated courses. See the Semester/Cumulative GPA Calculator.
Proposed requirements
Mathematics Core Knowledge and Skills (21)
Majors must complete courses as specified in each of the following areas:
Calculus I. Satisfied by one of the following:
MATH 121 Calculus I
or MATH 141 Calculus I: Honors
5
Calculus II. Satisfied by one of the following:
MATH 122 Calculus II
or MATH 142 Calculus II: Honors
5
Vector Calculus. Satisfied by one of the following:
MATH 223 Vector Calculus
or MATH 243 Vector Calculus, Honors
3
Elementary Linear Algebra. Satisfied by one of the following:
MATH 290 Elementary Linear Algebra
or MATH 291 Elementary Linear Algebra, Honors
2
Analysis. Satisfied by one of the following:
MATH 500 Intermediate Analysis
or MATH 765 Mathematical Analysis I
Linear Algebra. Satisfied by one of the following:
MATH 590 Linear Algebra
or MATH 790 Linear Algebra II
3
3
Math Sequence Requirement
(6)
Majors must choose one of the following 2-course sequences. Courses selected above may contribute to 6
the minimum of 6 hours.
MATH 627 Probability & MATH 628 Mathematical Theory of Statistics
MATH 660 Geometry I
& MATH 661 Geometry II
MATH 727 Probability Theory & MATH 728 Statistical Theory
MATH 765 Mathematical Analysis I
& MATH 766 Mathematical Analysis II
MATH 781 Numerical Analysis I
& MATH 782 Numerical Analysis II
MATH 790 Linear Algebra II
& MATH 791 Modern Algebra
MATH 500 Intermediate Analysis & MATH 646 Complex Variable and Applications
MATH 526 Applied Mathematical Statistics I
& MATH 605 Applied Regression Analysis
30
MATH 526 Applied Mathematical Statistics I & MATH 611 Time Series Analysis
MATH 540 Elementary Number Theory & MATH 558 Introductory Modern Algebra
MATH 540 Elementary Number Theory & MATH 791 Modern Algebra
MATH 558 Introductory Modern Algebra
& MATH 601 Algebraic Coding Theory
MATH 581 Numerical Methods & MATH 591 Applied Numerical Linear Algebra
MATH 590 Linear Algebra & MATH 790 Linear Algebra II
MATH 601 Algebraic Coding Theory & MATH 791 Modern Algebra
MATH 605 Applied Regression Analysis & MATH 611 Time Series Analysis
MATH 646 Complex Variable and Applications
& MATH 647 Applied Partial Differential Equations
MATH 646 Complex Variable and Applications & MATH 765 Mathematical Analysis I
MATH 647 Applied Partial Differential Equations
& MATH 648 Calculus of Variations and Integral
Equations
MATH 647 Applied Partial Differential Equations & MATH 650 Nonlinear Dynamical Systems
MATH 648 Calculus of Variations and Integral Equations & MATH 650 Nonlinear Dynamical Systems
MATH 724 Combinatorial Mathematics & MATH 725 Graph Theory
Math Breadth (15)
Majors must complete a minimum of 5 mathematics courses numbered 300 and above (each at least 3 15
credits), excluding MATH 365, MATH 409 and MATH 410, but including the upper division courses used to
satisfy the core and sequence requirements. The goals are to gain exposure to a variety of concepts and
methods in mathematics, develop abstract and critical thinking, and acquire knowledge to prepare for a
career using mathematics, further study of mathematics, or interdisciplinary work involving mathematics.
Major Hours & Major GPA
While completing all required courses, majors must also meet each of the following hour and grade-point average minimum standards:
Major Hours
Satisfied by 30 hours of major courses.
Major Hours in Residence
Satisfied by a minimum of 15 hours of KU resident credit in the major.
Major Junior/Senior Hours
Satisfied by a minimum of 15 hours from junior/senior courses (300+) in the major.
Major Junior/Senior Graduation GPA
Satisfied by a minimum of a 2.0 KU GPA in junior/senior courses (300+) in the major. GPA calculations include all junior/senior
courses in the field of study including F’s and repeated courses. See the Semester/Cumulative GPA Calculator.
JUSTIFICATION
The sequence requirement is intended to ensure that students study some topic in depth. We have removed one sequence,
MATH 530 – 531, from the list, because we have not taught MATH 531 since 2001, and we are deleting that course from the catalog.
Several sequences are being added, because a higher level course can be substituted for a lower level course on the same material
(MATH 727 – 728, MATH 540 – 791, MATH 601 – 791, MATH 646 – 765). The sequence MATH 605 – 611 is being added so that
a student who chooses to take the MATH 627 – 628 Probabllity and Statistics sequence without first taking MATH 526 Applied
Mathematical Statistics can use these more advanced statistics courses for their sequence. Finally, we have added two sequences
including the new course MATH 650 Nonlinear Dynamical Systems. This course studies material that is naturally complementary to
each of MATH 647 and 648, as it deals with nonlinear counterparts of the linear material of MATH 647 and 648. We feel that a
student taking any two of the three courses, MATH 647, 648, 650 is acquiring the depth of knowledge intended by the sequence
requirement.
2.
Changes to Existing Major – BS Mathematics
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PROPOSAL
First- and Second-Year Preparation (18)
MATH 121
Calculus I
5
or MATH 141
Calculus I: Honors
MATH 122
Calculus II
5
or MATH 142
Calculus II: Honors
MATH 223
Vector Calculus
3
or MATH 243
Vector Calculus, Honors
MATH 290
Elementary Linear Algebra
2
or MATH 291
Elementary Linear Algebra, Honors
Select one of the following:
3
MATH 320
Elementary Differential Equations
MATH 220
Applied Differential Equations
MATH 221
Applied Differential Equations, Honors
Core Requirements
(12)
MATH 590
Linear Algebra
or MATH 790
Linear Algebra II
MATH 500
Intermediate Analysis
or MATH 765
Mathematical Analysis I
MATH 558
Introductory Modern Algebra
or MATH 791
Modern Algebra
Select one of the following:
MATH 526
Applied Mathematical Statistics I
MATH 628
Mathematical Theory of Statistics
MATH 728
Statistical Theory
Mathematics Concentration/Sequence Requirements (6-12)
Select one 2-course sequence from List A and a second 2-course sequence from either List A or List B
Electives (0-6)
Applied Concentration (8)
3 courses, totaling at least 8 credit hours, that make significant use of mathematics. At least 2 courses must be in the same area. Courses from Li
significant use of mathematics can be used for the applied concentration with the approval of a mathematics department advisor.
Note: Many of these courses have prerequisites that do not count toward the mathematics major.
Minimum Major Requirements
42 hours
Applied Concentration: 8 hours
General Education Requirements: 46-50 hours
Completion of the University Core Curriculum
Writing (6)
ENGL 101
Select one of the following:
ENGL 102
ENGL 105
Computer Science (3-4)
Select one of the following:
EECS 138
EECS 168
EECS 169
Natural Science (7-10)
Composition (or exemption)
Critical Reading and Writing (or exemption)
Freshman Honors English (or exemption)
Introduction to Computing: _____
Programming I
Programming I: Honors
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Select one course with laboratory
Select one additional course in a natural science other than mathematics
List A Sequences
MATH 627
& MATH 628
MATH 660
& MATH 661
MATH 727
& MATH 728
MATH 765
& MATH 766
MATH 781
& MATH 782
MATH 790
& MATH 791
List B Sequences
Probability
and Mathematical Theory of Statistics
Geometry I
and Geometry II
Probability Theory
and Statistical Theory
Mathematical Analysis I
and Mathematical Analysis II
Numerical Analysis I
and Numerical Analysis II
Linear Algebra II
and Modern Algebra
MATH 500
& MATH 646
MATH 526
& MATH 605
MATH 526
& MATH 611
MATH 540
& MATH 558
MATH 558
& MATH 601
MATH 540
& MATH 791
MATH 581
& MATH 591
MATH 590
& MATH 790
MATH 601
& MATH 791
MATH 605
& MATH 611
MATH 646
& MATH 647
MATH 646
& MATH 765
MATH 647
& MATH 648
MATH 724
& MATH 725
List C Applied Concentration Courses
Statistics (15)
MATH 605
MATH 611
MATH 624
ECON 817
ECON 818
Economics and Finance (42)
ECON 526
ECON 590
ECON 620
ECON 700
Intermediate Analysis
and Complex Variable and Applications
Applied Mathematical Statistics I
and Applied Regression Analysis
Applied Mathematical Statistics I
and Time Series Analysis
Elementary Number Theory
and Introductory Modern Algebra
Introductory Modern Algebra
and Algebraic Coding Theory
Elementary Number Theory
and Modern Algebra
Numerical Methods
and Applied Numerical Linear Algebra
Linear Algebra
and Linear Algebra II
Algebraic Coding Theory
and Modern Algebra
Applied Regression Analysis
and Time Series Analysis
Complex Variable and Applications
and Applied Partial Differential Equations
Complex Variable and Applications
and Mathematical Analysis I
Applied Partial Differential Equations
and Calculus of Variations and Integral Equations
Combinatorial Mathematics
and Graph Theory
Applied Regression Analysis
Time Series Analysis
Discrete Probability
Econometrics I
Econometrics II
Introduction to Econometrics
Game Theory
Elements of Mathematical Economics
Survey of Microeconomics
33
ECON 701
Survey of Macroeconomics
ECON 715
Elementary Econometrics
ECON 716
Econometric Forecasting
FIN 310
Finance
FIN 410
Investment Theory and Applications
FIN 415
Corporate Finance
FIN 420
International Finance
FIN 425
Futures and Options
MATH 630
Actuarial Mathematics
SCM 310
Management Science and Operations Management
Biology (19)
BIOL 350
Principles of Genetics
BIOL 412
Evolutionary Biology
BINF 701
Bioinformatics I
BINF 702
Bioinformatics II
BIOL 743
Population Genetics
Physics and Astronomy (42)
PHSX 313
General Physics III
PHSX 511
Introductory Quantum Mechanics
PHSX 518
Mathematical Physics
PHSX 521
Mechanics I
PHSX 531
Electricity and Magnetism
ASTR 591
Stellar Astronomy
ASTR 592
Galactic and Extragalactic Astronomy
PHSX 621
Mechanics II
PHSX 631
Electromagnetic Theory
PHSX 655
Optics
PHSX 671
Thermal Physics
PHSX 691
Astrophysics I
PHSX 711
Quantum Mechanics I
PHSX 741
Nuclear Physics I
Chemistry (10)
CHEM 530
Physical Chemistry I
CHEM 535
Physical Chemistry II
CHEM 620
Analytical Chemistry
Aerospace Engineering (28)
AE 345
Fluid Mechanics
AE 445
Aircraft Aerodynamics and Performance
AE 507
Aerospace Structures I
AE 545
Fundamentals of Aerodynamics
AE 550
Dynamics of Flight I
AE 551
Dynamics of Flight II
AE 552
Honors Dynamics of Flight II
AE 750
Applied Optimal Control
Chemical and Petroleum Engineering (13)
C&PE 211
Material and Energy Balances
C&PE 511
Momentum Transfer
C&PE 521
Heat Transfer
C&PE 523
Mass Transfer
Civil Engineering (34)
CE 201
Statics
CE 300
Dynamics
CE 301
Statics and Dynamics
CE 311
Strength of Materials
CE 330
Fluid Mechanics
34
CE 461
Structural Analysis
CE 704
Dynamics and Vibrations
CE 730
Intermediate Fluid Mechanics
CE 461
Structural Analysis
CE 704
Dynamics and Vibrations
Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (56)
EECS 211
Circuits I
EECS 220
Electromagnetics I
EECS 360
Signal and System Analysis
EECS 420
Electromagnetics II
EECS 444
Control Systems
EECS 510
Introduction to the Theory of Computing
EECS 560
Data Structures
EECS 562
Introduction to Communication Systems
EECS 638
Fundamentals of Expert Systems
EECS 644
Introduction to Digital Signal Processing
EECS 649
Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
EECS 660
Fundamentals of Computer Algorithms
EECS 662
Programming Languages
EECS 672
Introduction to Computer Graphics
EECS 718
Graph Algorithms
EECS 730
Introduction to Bioinformatics
EECS 744
Communications and Radar Digital Signal Processing
Mechanical Engineering (20)
ME 201
Statics
ME 311
Mechanics of Materials
ME 312
Basic Engineering Thermodynamics
ME 508
Numerical Analysis of Mechanical Engineering Problems
ME 510
Fluid Mechanics
ME 612
Heat Transfer
ME 682
System Dynamics and Control Systems
Curriculum & Instruction (9)
C&T 360
Knowing and Learning in Mathematics and Science
C&T 366
Classroom Interactions in Mathematics and Science
C&T 460
Project Based Instruction in Mathematics and Science
Notes: A student using at least 2 statistics courses for the applied concentration must complete MATH 627 and MATH 628 (or
MATH 727 and MATH 728) as a List A sequence. (MATH 627, MATH 628, MATH 727, and MATH 728 do not count for the
applied concentration.) A student using at least 2 curriculum & instruction courses for the applied concentration must complete
PHSX 211 as one of the natural science courses and must complete at least 1 of the geometry courses MATH 559, MATH 660, or
MATH 661.
Courses used to satisfy the core requirements can also be used to complete List A and List B sequences. However, no course can be
used for 2 List A or B sequences, and courses used for the Applied Concentration requirement cannot also be counted toward the 24
credit hours of advanced mathematics courses for the B.S. degree.
Some courses satisfying the sequence requirements are taught infrequently. More advanced courses can be
substituted for lower level courses in many cases. Consult the mathematics department for expected course offerings
and substitutions.
Proposed requirements
Requirements for the B.S. Degree
First- and Second-Year Preparation (18)
MATH 121
or MATH 141
MATH 122
or MATH 142
Calculus I
Calculus I: Honors
Calculus II
Calculus II: Honors
5
5
35
MATH 223
Vector Calculus
3
or MATH 243
Vector Calculus, Honors
MATH 290
Elementary Linear Algebra 2
or MATH 291
Elementary Linear Algebra, Honors
Select one of the following:
3
MATH 320
Elementary Differential Equations
MATH 220
Applied Differential Equations
MATH 221
Applied Differential Equations, Honors
Core Requirements
(12)
MATH 590
Linear Algebra
or MATH 790
Linear Algebra II
MATH 500
Intermediate Analysis
or MATH 765
Mathematical Analysis I
MATH 558
Introductory Modern Algebra
or MATH 791
Modern Algebra
Select one of the following:
MATH 526
Applied Mathematical Statistics I
MATH 628
Mathematical Theory of Statistics
MATH 728
Statistical Theory
Mathematics Concentration/Sequence Requirements
(6-12)
Select one 2-course sequence from List A and a second 2-course sequence from either List A or List B
Electives
(0-6)
Select up to 2 additional 3-credit-hour courses to complete a total of 24 credit hours of mathematics courses numbered MATH 450 and above.
Applied Concentration
(8)
3 courses, totaling at least 8 credit hours, that make significant use of mathematics. At least 2 courses must be in the same area. Courses from Li
significant use of mathematics can be used for the applied concentration with the approval of a mathematics department advisor.
Note: Many of these courses have prerequisites that do not count toward the mathematics major.
Minimum Major Requirements
42 hours
Applied Concentration: 8 hours
General Education Requirements: 46-50 hours
Completion of the University Core Curriculum
Writing (6)
ENGL 101
Composition (or exemption)
Select one of the following:
ENGL 102
Critical Reading and Writing (or exemption)
ENGL 105
Freshman Honors English (or exemption)
Computer Science (3-4)
Select one of the following:
EECS 138
Introduction to Computing: _____
EECS 168
Programming I
EECS 169
Programming I: Honors
Natural Science (7-10)
Select one course with laboratory
Select one additional course in a natural science other than mathematics
List A Sequences
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MATH 627
& MATH 628
MATH 660
& MATH 661
MATH 727
& MATH 728
MATH 765
& MATH 766
MATH 781
& MATH 782
MATH 790
& MATH 791
List B Sequences
Probability
and Mathematical Theory of Statistics
Geometry I
and Geometry II
Probability Theory
and Statistical Theory
Mathematical Analysis I
and Mathematical Analysis II
Numerical Analysis I
and Numerical Analysis II
Linear Algebra II
and Modern Algebra
MATH 500
& MATH 646
MATH 526
& MATH 605
MATH 526
& MATH 611
MATH 540
& MATH 558
MATH 558
& MATH 601
MATH 540
& MATH 791
MATH 581
& MATH 591
MATH 590
& MATH 790
MATH 601
& MATH 791
MATH 605
& MATH 611
MATH 646
& MATH 647
MATH 646
& MATH 765
MATH 647
& MATH 648
MATH 647
& MATH 650
MATH 648
& MATH 650
MATH 724
& MATH 725
List C Applied Concentration Courses
Statistics (15)
MATH 605
MATH 611
MATH 624
ECON 817
ECON 818
Economics and Finance (42)
ECON 526
ECON 590
ECON 620
Intermediate Analysis
and Complex Variable and Applications
Applied Mathematical Statistics I
and Applied Regression Analysis
Applied Mathematical Statistics I
and Time Series Analysis
Elementary Number Theory
and Introductory Modern Algebra
Introductory Modern Algebra
and Algebraic Coding Theory
Elementary Number Theory
and Modern Algebra
Numerical Methods
and Applied Numerical Linear Algebra
Linear Algebra
and Linear Algebra II
Algebraic Coding Theory
and Modern Algebra
Applied Regression Analysis
and Time Series Analysis
Complex Variable and Applications
and Applied Partial Differential Equations
Complex Variable and Applications
and Mathematical Analysis I
Applied Partial Differential Equations
and Calculus of Variations and Integral Equations
Applied Partial Differential Equations
and Nonlinear Dynamical Systems
Calculus of Variations and Integral Equations
and Nonlinear Dynamical Systems
Combinatorial Mathematics
and Graph Theory
Applied Regression Analysis
Time Series Analysis
Discrete Probability
Econometrics I
Econometrics II
Introduction to Econometrics
Game Theory
Elements of Mathematical Economics
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ECON 700
Survey of Microeconomics
ECON 701
Survey of Macroeconomics
ECON 715
Elementary Econometrics
ECON 716
Econometric Forecasting
FIN 310
Finance
FIN 410
Investment Theory and Applications
FIN 415
Corporate Finance
FIN 420
International Finance
FIN 425
Futures and Options
MATH 630
Actuarial Mathematics
SCM 310
Management Science and Operations Management
Biology (19)
BIOL 350
Principles of Genetics
BIOL 412
Evolutionary Biology
BINF 701
Bioinformatics I
BINF 702
Bioinformatics II
BIOL 743
Population Genetics
Physics and Astronomy (42)
PHSX 313
General Physics III
PHSX 511
Introductory Quantum Mechanics
PHSX 518
Mathematical Physics
PHSX 521
Mechanics I
PHSX 531
Electricity and Magnetism
ASTR 591
Stellar Astronomy
ASTR 592
Galactic and Extragalactic Astronomy
PHSX 621
Mechanics II
PHSX 631
Electromagnetic Theory
PHSX 655
Optics
PHSX 671
Thermal Physics
PHSX 691
Astrophysics I
PHSX 711
Quantum Mechanics I
PHSX 741
Nuclear Physics I
Chemistry (10)
CHEM 530
Physical Chemistry I
CHEM 535
Physical Chemistry II
CHEM 620
Analytical Chemistry
Aerospace Engineering (28)
AE 345
Fluid Mechanics
AE 445
Aircraft Aerodynamics and Performance
AE 507
Aerospace Structures I
AE 545
Fundamentals of Aerodynamics
AE 550
Dynamics of Flight I
AE 551
Dynamics of Flight II
AE 552
Honors Dynamics of Flight II
AE 750
Applied Optimal Control
Chemical and Petroleum Engineering (13)
C&PE 211
Material and Energy Balances
C&PE 511
Momentum Transfer
C&PE 521
Heat Transfer
C&PE 523
Mass Transfer
Civil Engineering (34)
CE 201
Statics
CE 300
Dynamics
CE 301
Statics and Dynamics
CE 311
Strength of Materials
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CE 330
Fluid Mechanics
CE 461
Structural Analysis
CE 704
Dynamics and Vibrations
CE 730
Intermediate Fluid Mechanics
CE 461
Structural Analysis
CE 704
Dynamics and Vibrations
Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (56)
EECS 211
Circuits I
EECS 220
Electromagnetics I
EECS 360
Signal and System Analysis
EECS 420
Electromagnetics II
EECS 444
Control Systems
EECS 510
Introduction to the Theory of Computing
EECS 560
Data Structures
EECS 562
Introduction to Communication Systems
EECS 638
Fundamentals of Expert Systems
EECS 644
Introduction to Digital Signal Processing
EECS 649
Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
EECS 660
Fundamentals of Computer Algorithms
EECS 662
Programming Languages
EECS 672
Introduction to Computer Graphics
EECS 718
Graph Algorithms
EECS 730
Introduction to Bioinformatics
EECS 744
Communications and Radar Digital Signal Processing
Mechanical Engineering (20)
ME 201
Statics
ME 311
Mechanics of Materials
ME 312
Basic Engineering Thermodynamics
ME 508
Numerical Analysis of Mechanical Engineering Problems
ME 510
Fluid Mechanics
ME 612
Heat Transfer
ME 682
System Dynamics and Control Systems
Curriculum & Instruction (9)
C&T 360
Knowing and Learning in Mathematics and Science
C&T 366
Classroom Interactions in Mathematics and Science
C&T 460
Project Based Instruction in Mathematics and Science
Notes: A student using at least 2 statistics courses for the applied concentration must complete MATH 627 and MATH 628 (or
MATH 727 and MATH 728) as a List A sequence. (MATH 627, MATH 628, MATH 727, and MATH 728 do not count for the
applied concentration.) A student using at least 2 curriculum & instruction courses for the applied concentration must complete
PHSX 211 as one of the natural science courses and must complete at least 1 of the geometry courses MATH 559, MATH 660, or
MATH 661.
Courses used to satisfy the core requirements can also be used to complete List A and List B sequences. However, no course can be
used for 2 List A or B sequences, and courses used for the Applied Concentration requirement cannot also be counted toward the 24
credit hours of advanced mathematics courses for the B.S. degree.
Some courses satisfying the sequence requirements are taught infrequently. More advanced courses can be
substituted for lower level courses in many cases. Consult the mathematics department for expected course offerings
and substitutions.
JUSTIFICATION
The only change (marked in red above) we are requesting is to add two new sequences to List B. We have submitted a proposal for a
new course, MATH 650. This course studies material that is naturally complementary to each of MATH 647 and 648, as it deals with
nonlinear counterparts of the linear material of MATH 647 and 648. We feel that a student taking any two of the three courses, MATH
647, 648, 650 is acquiring the depth of knowledge intended by the sequence requirement.
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3.
Changes to Existing Major – BA, BGS Classical Antiquity
PROPOSAL
The Classics Department proposes to add English 308, “Introduction to Literary Criticism and Theory” as a course that Classical
Antiquity majors may take to fulfill a “humanities” requirement for the Classical Antiquity major. This would apply to both tracks:
the Classical Archaeology track, and the Classical Humanities track. For the Classical Archaeology track, students would be allowed
to count ENGL 308 among their 6 “humanities” hours, or among their 9 elective hours. For the Classical Humanities track, students
would be allowed to count ENGL 308 among their 15 “humanities” hours, or among their 9 elective hours.
Thus, ENGL 308 would be added to the current list of approved “humanities” courses (“List B”) for Classical Antiquity, which is as
follows:
CLSX 148/149
Greek and Roman Mythology
CLSX 230/330
Greek Literature and Civilization
CLSX 240/340
Roman Literature and Civilization
CLSX 384
The Rise of Greek Tragedy
CLSX 388
Poetry and Politics in 5th Century Athens
CLSX 576
Topics in Greek and Roman Literature:__________*
PHIL 384
Ancient Philosophy
PHIL 508
Early Greek Philosophy
PHIL 605
Plato
PHIL 607
Aristotle
PHIL 608
Hellenistic Philosophy
Introduction to Literary Criticism and Theory
ENGL 308
HWC 304
Masterpieces of World Literature
All Courses in this list may also be used as electives if not used as other requirements.
JUSTIFICATION
The Classical Antiquity major curriculum requires students to analyze Greek and Roman texts (in the original, and in translation). We
acquaint students with some aspects of literary theory in our courses, but it would be good for students to have a course that is devoted
to various approaches, such as post-structuralism, new historicism, post-colonialism, and feminist theory, all of which are especially
relevant to Classics. For this reason, Classics majors would be well served by English 308, “Introduction to Literary Criticism and
Theory.”
4.
Changes to Existing Major – BA, BGS Classical Languages
PROPOSAL
The Classics Department proposes to add English 308, “Introduction to Literary Criticism and Theory” as a course that Classical
Languages majors may take to fulfill an elective for the Classical Languages major. Students would be allowed to count ENGL 308
among their 6 elective hours.
Thus, ENGL 308 would be added to the current list of approved electives, which is as follows:
Classical Languages Major Required Electives (6)
Majors must complete 2 courses (6 hours) of electives. Elective courses may include any CLSX, Greek, or Latin courses and any
course listed above (but not used to satisfy the requirement), and PHIL 384, PHIL 508, PHIL 605, PHIL 607, PHIL 608, HWC 304,
HWC 390, ENGL 308, or other courses in allied fields as approved by the department chair.
JUSTIFICATION
The Classical Languages major curriculum requires students to analyze Greek and Roman texts (in the original, and in translation).
We acquaint students with some aspects of literary theory in our courses, but it would be good for students to have a course that is
devoted to various approaches, such as post-structuralism, new historicism, post-colonialism, and feminist theory, all of which are
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especially relevant to Classics. For this reason, Classics majors would be well served by English 308, “Introduction to Literary
Criticism and Theory.”
5.
Changes to Existing Major – BA, BGS History
PROPOSAL
According to the current requirements, students majoring in History must take:
1. Five courses (15 hours) in either Category I or Category II
2. Three courses (9 hours) from the other Category
3. HIST 301 The Historian's Craft
4. HIST 696 Seminar
5. 24 hours numbered 300-699 (i.e., no more than 2 courses numbered 100-299)
The Undergraduate Committee has identified several problems with the current requirements. The most pressing problems include the
absence of a logical progression from 300/400 level courses to 500/600 level courses and the failure of the current system to
adequately prepare students for the capstone HIST 696 Seminar.
We discussed a number of potential ways to address these problems and concluded that the simplest solution is the introduction of a
progression requirement to modify requirement 5 listed above.
We propose that the revised requirement 5 be changed to:
5. Progression: No more than 2 courses numbered 100-299 and a minimum of 2 courses at the 500-699 level (in addition to
696).
Justification
This modest reform will introduce a logical sense of progression and help ensure preparation for undergraduate majors as they
advance from HIST 301 to HIST 696. It will promote enrollment at all levels of our current course offerings and expose students to a
more diverse set of historical approaches and methodologies.
ITEMS BELOW WOULD BE WITHIN DEPARTMENTAL/SYLLABUS TYPE CHANGES AND DO NOT NEED VOTED ON AT
CUSA.
In addition, we propose the following reforms as a basic way of enhancing the logic of our course numbering system. These reforms
ensure that students develop the appropriate research skills and maintain a level of consistency and fairness in the expectations we
have of our students across 696 sections:
All courses numbered 500-699 must include a substantial independent research component among their requirements.
Instructors may choose the format and length of this component, but it must require students to identify a feasible research
topic, select appropriate sources, properly cite these sources, and engage in original historical and/or historiographical
analysis.
Justification
Currently, we have no consistent way of distinguishing between courses numbered 300-499 and those numbered 500-699. This is a
source of great confusion for our undergraduate students as well as for faculty. The introduction of an independent research
component, which may be broadly interpreted by the instructor, offers a clear justification for the higher course number and makes it
clear how these courses build incrementally on the skills students have acquired in 100-299 and 300-499 level courses.
All HIST 696 Seminars shall have a standard length requirement for the final paper, which shall be a minimum of 20 pages
and shall not exceed 25 pages.
Justification
We have noted a good deal of inconsistency in the length requirements for the HIST 696 final paper across sections, with some
instructors specifying a 15-page paper and others requiring a 30-page paper. The great variation across sections in required paper
length is rightly perceived as unfair by our students. It also makes it difficult to judge HIST 696 papers across sections for end-of-theyear prizes, since what can be accomplished in a 15-page paper is far different from that which can be accomplished in a paper twice
that length. A common length requirement of 20-25 pages introduces consistency across sections and accords with the standard length
of an article in a scholarly journal.
6. New Minor in Spanish
PROPOSAL FOR A NEW MINOR IN SPANISH
20 credit hours, including a new one-credit introduction to the minor/major
The one-hour introduction to the minor and major has been designed as an online course.
Degree Requirements
1. Prerequisites. To advance to Span 340 students must earn a grade of B- or better in SPAN 324 and 328, or have departmental
consent.
2. Coursework. Students must complete 20 hours of coursework, including the following required courses:
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SPAN 101 (1)
SPAN 324 (3)
SPAN 328 (2)
SPAN 340 (3)
SPAN 346 (3)
SPAN 424 (3)
SPAN 428 (2)
A 3-hour 400-level literature course: (Span 440, 441, 442, 450, 451, 452, 453, 460, 461, 462, 463)
JUSTIFICATION
The purpose of the Spanish minor is to meet sustained student demand in CLAS and to create opportunities for students
beyond CLAS (for example in Business and Journalism) to achieve cultural and linguistic competency and to document their
study of Spanish.
The Spanish minor was on the platform of the previous student body president; we receive 60-80 inquiries per year about a
minor; prospective students often inquire about a minor; we desire to enhance our service to the residents of the State of
Kansas.
7.
Changes to Existing Major – BA/BGS Anthropology
PROPOSAL
Anthropology is changing the course number for ANTH 560 – Introduction to Economic Anthropology to ANTH 367. This
course is an option for requirements in the sociocultural group for the major, so it will need to be updated.

Sociocultural Anthropology. Satisfied by completing at least 1 course in sociocultural or linguistic anthropology that does
not have a specific geographical focus from: ANTH 301, ANTH 322-339, ANTH 361-395, ANTH420-439, ANTH 460-495,
ANTH 501-ANTH 502, ANTH 527-539, ANTH 560-ANTH 595, ANTH 620-639, ANTH 660-ANTH 695.
ANTH 301
ANTH 320
ANTH 321
ANTH 361
ANTH 389
ANTH 415
ANTH 430
ANTH 460
ANTH 461
ANTH 465
ANTH 474
ANTH 480
ANTH 482
ANTH 484
ANTH 498
ANTH 501
ANTH 502
ANTH 545
ANTH 560 ANTH 367
ANTH 570
ANTH 571
ANTH 580
ANTH 582
ANTH 583
ANTH 586
ANTH 595
ANTH 603
ANTH 660
Anthropology Through Films
Language in Culture and Society
Language in Culture and Society, Honors
The Third World: Anthropological Approaches
The Anthropology of Gender: Female, Male, and Beyond
The Rise of Civilization
Linguistics in Anthropology
Theory in Anthropology
Introduction to Medical Anthropology
Genocide and Ethnocide
Applied Cultural Anthropology
Technology and Society in the Contemporary World
Psychological Anthropology
Magic, Science, and Religion
Seminar in Technology: _____
Topics in Sociocultural Anthropology: _____
Topics in Anthropological Linguistics: _____
Contemporary Health Issues in Africa
Introduction to Economic Anthropology
Anthropology of Violence
Violence, Aggression, and Terrorism in the Modern World
Feminism and Anthropology
Ethnobotany
Love, Sex, and Globalization
Visual Anthropology
The Colonial Experience
Shamanism Past and Present
Human Reproduction: Culture, Power, and Politics
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3
3
3-4
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3-4
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
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ANTH 661
ANTH 663
ANTH 664
ANTH 665
ANTH 666
ANTH 667
ANTH 673
ANTH 674
ANTH 675
ANTH 676
ANTH 680
ANTH 684
ANTH 690
ANTH 695
ANTH 696
Cultural Dynamics
The Anthropology of Islam
Women, Health, and Healing in Africa
Women, Health, and Healing in Latin America
Anthropology of Religion
Primitive Mythology
Neoliberalism and Globalization
Political Anthropology
Anthropology of Law
Culture Wars
Culture and Human Biology
Anthropology and the Health Sciences
The Social Construction of the Self
Cultural Ecology
Language, Culture and Ethnicity in Prehistoric Eastern Europe
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
JUSTIFICATION
Major requirements being updated to reflect course number change.
8.
Changes to Existing Major – BS Geology – Earth & Space Science Licensure option
PROPOSAL
Current requirement: Geology BS Earth and Space Licensure Option requires ASTR 196
Proposed requirement: Delete ASTR 196 from Geology BS Earth and Space Licensure Option course requirements
Earth and Space Science Licensure Option
Space Science Core Knowledge and Skills (9) 8
Majors must complete the following core courses:
Introductory Meteorology. Satisfied by:
ATMO 105
Introductory Meteorology
Contemporary Astronomy. Satisfied by:
ASTR 191
Contemporary Astronomy
Introductory Astronomy Laboratory. Satisfied by:
ASTR 196
Introductory Astronomy Laboratory
5
3
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Major Hours & Major GPA
While completing all required courses, majors must also meet each of the following hour and grade-point average minimum standards:
Major Hours
Satisfied by 58 47 hours of major courses.
Major Hours in Residence
Satisfied by a minimum of 15 hours of KU resident credit in the major.
Major Junior/Senior Hours
Satisfied by a minimum of 34 hours from junior/senior courses (300+) in the major.
Major Junior/Senior Graduation GPA
Satisfied by a minimum of a 2.0 KU GPA in junior/senior courses (300+) in the major. GPA calculations include all junior/senior
courses in the field of study including F’s and repeated courses. See the Semester/Cumulative GPA Calculator.
JUSTIFICATION
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ASTR 196 is no longer offered at KU
Also cleaning up hours discrepancies from the catalog
9.
Changes to Existing Major – BA/BGS Human Sexuality (approved at June KBOR)
PROPOSAL
Change to BA/BGS Human Sexuality
The Department of Women, Gender and Sexuality Studies was recently approved to offer a human sexuality major (Summer
2014). Our proposal included a required senior capstone seminar. We have submitted a course proposal to change the current
title and description to WGSS 601: Seminar in Women’s Studies.
THE PROPOSAL AS APPROVED BY KBOR WITH PROPOSED CHANGES IN RED:
II.
Courses required for each student in the major:
Course Name & Number
Credit
Hours
Survey
either HSES 489 (Health and Human Sexuality)
or PSYC 502 (Human Sexuality)
or SW 303 (Human Sexuality in Everyday Life
__3__
Core
Core Social Science Courses
__3__
AAAS 372/ANTH 372—Religion, Power & Sexuality in Arab Lands
ANTH 359—Anthropology of Sex
ANTH 583/WGSS 583—Love, Sex, and Globalization
POLS 640—Reproductive Policy
PSYC 410—Intimate Relationships
PSYC 555—Evolutionary Psychology
PSYC 521/WGSS 521—Women and Violence
PSYC 689/WGSS 689—Conceptual Issues in Human Sexuality
Core Humanities Courses
__3__
AAAS 598/HIST 598—Sexuality and Gender in African History
CLSX 315—Women in Ancient Art and Society
CLSX 374/HWC 374—Gender and Sexuality, Ancient and Modern
EALC 418/618—Sexual Politics Dynastic China
EALC 575—Love, Sexuality and Gender in Japanese Lit
ENGL 572—Women and Literature (if relevant)
HIST 608—History of Sexuality
PHIL 504—Philosophy of Sex and Love
REL 374—Religious Perspectives on Selfhood & Sexuality
WGSS 327—Perspectives: Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender
WGSS 333—The Politics of Physical Appearance
WGSS 345—Pop Culture in Africa: Thrills, Romance & Sexualities
WGSS 396—Topic: Gay & Lesbian Cultures
WGSS 396—Topic: Sexuality & Sexual Constructions
WGSS 396—Topic: History, Theory, & Representation of Lesbianism
WGSS 396—Topic: Gender & Sexuality in Cyberspace
WGSS 396—Topic: Sex & Gender: Fairbanks to Marilyn
WGSS 563—Gender, Sexuality and the Law
Two more Core courses from the above
__6__
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Capstone
Seminar
Methods
WGSS 601—Seminar in Women, Gender and Sexuality Studies
__3___
One methods course
__3__
WGSS 301—Research Methods in Women, Gender and Sexuality
Studies
Secondary
courses
Two Secondary courses (or survey or core courses)
__6__
AAAS 554—Contemporary Health Issues in Africa
ABSC 268—Introduction to Marriage and Family Relations
ABSC/PSYC 626—Psychology of Adolescence
AMS 110/112 / SOC 110/112—American Identities
AMS 344/WGSS 396—African Amer Women: Colonial to Present
ANTH 389/WGSS 389—Anth of Gender: Female, Male & Beyond
COMS 344—Relational Communication
COMS 440—Gender and Communication
COMS 455/REL 475—Loving Relationships
COMS 552—Rhetoric of Women's Rights
HIST 324/WGSS 324—History of Women and the Body
HWC 570/WGSS 570—Men and Masculinities
HWC 575/WGSS 575—The Body, Self and Society
PHIL 674—Philosophy of Law
POLS 600/WGSS 600—Contemporary Feminist Political Theory
POLS 630/WGSS 630—Politics of Identity
PSYC 465—Stereotypes & Prejudice Across Cultures
PSYC/WGSS 468—Psychology of Women
PSYC 642—Psychology of Families*
SOC 220—Sociology of Families
SOC 617—Women and Health Care
SOC 628—Families and Social Inequalities
WGSS 333—Politics of Physical Appearance
WGSS 396—Topic: Public Health & the Human Body
Electives
One elective course (or additional survey, core, or secondary
courses)
__3_
Special Topics Courses / Studies in ___ / Seminar in ___
Independent Study/Directed Study (e.g., WGSS 498)
Internship Courses (e.g., PSYC 483: Undergraduate Internship)
Honors Thesis/Senior Essay/Honors Essay
Service Learning Courses (e.g., WGSS 650: Service Learning)
TOTAL
__30__
JUSTIFICATION
We requested the modest change in title and description to the current course so that we can offer the required senior capstone course
for human sexuality majors and women’s studies majors in one seminar.
10. Changes to Existing Minor – Women’s Studies
PROPOSAL
New Requirement: WGSS is proposing a methods course for all Women’s Studies major, minors, and human sexuality
majors and minors. WGSS was approved to offer a human sexuality major; the proposal included a required methods course.
Currently, we do not have a required methods course for our major or minor degrees. WGSS would like to add the methods
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course as a requirement for all majors and minors. A course proposal for this course (WGSS 301: Research Methods in
Women, Gender and Sexuality Studies) was submitted August 26, 2014.)
Change in Women’s Studies Minor Requirements: The Women’s Studies minor currently requires students to complete 3
hours of WGSS Electives among the following courses (WGSS 396; WGSS 498; WGSS 499; WGSS 696; WGSS 701). We
would like to eliminate this requirement and move these courses to the course options for requirement 5 (3 hours of
humanities electives) and requirement 6 (3 hours of social electives).
Women's Studies Minor Course Requirements
Requirements for the Minor
Women’s Studies Minor Course Requirements
The minor requires 18 hours. At least 12 hours must be at the junior/senior (300+) level or higher.
Students selecting this minor must complete the following:
Introduction to Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies. Satisfied by: (3)
WGSS 101
Introduction to Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies
or WGSS 102
Introduction to Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies, Honors
3
Methods Course
3
WGSS 301 – Research Methods in Women, Gender and Sexuality Studies
WGSS/ANTH 389
The Anthropology of Gender: Female, Male, and Beyond
WGSS/PSYC 468
Psychology of Women
WGSS/PSYC 521
Women and Violence
WGSS/POLS 562
Women and Politics
WGSS/POLS 640
Politics of Reproductive Policy
WGSS/POLS 653
Gender, War, and Peace
WGSS/ANTH 660
Human Reproduction: Culture, Power, and Politics
WGSS/PSYC 689
Conceptual Issues in Human Sexuality
Humanities
WGSS/AAAS/AMS/HIST 317
African American Women: Colonial Era to the Present
WGSS/HIST 320
From Goddesses to Witches: Women in Premodern Europe
WGSS/HIST 321
From Mystics to Feminists: Women's History in Europe 1600 to the Present
WGSS 327
Perspectives in Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Studies
WGSS 330/AAAS 340
Women in Contemporary African Literature
WGSS/AMS 510/HIST 530
History of American Women: Colonial Times to 1870
WGSS/AMS 511/HIST 531
History of American Women: 1870 to Present
Theory. Satisfied by 1 course (3 hours) chosen from the following: (3)
3
WGSS/PHIL 381
Feminism and Philosophy
WGSS 549/HIST 649
History of Feminist Theory
WGSS/AAAS 560
Race, Gender, and Post-Colonial Discourses
WGSS/ANTH 580
Feminism and Anthropology
WGSS/POLS 600
Contemporary Feminist Political Theory
SOC 601
Introduction to Feminist Social Theory
Women’s Studies Required Electives (9)
Humanities Elective. Satisfied by any core humanities course not already satisfying core requirement above or any of the following
3
approved humanities electives:
WGSS/AAAS/AMS/HIST 317
African American Women: Colonial Era to the Present
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WGSS/HIST 320
WGSS/HIST 321
WGSS 327
WGSS 330/AAAS 340
WGSS/AMS 510/HIST 530
WGSS/AMS 511/HIST 531
WGSS/AAAS 345
WGSS/AMS 512/HIST 532
WGSS 513
WGSS 549/HIST 649
WGSS/AAAS 560
WGSS/AAAS/AMS 565
WGSS/HWC 570
WGSS/HWC 575
WGSS 646
AAAS 434
AMS 515
COMS 552
EALC 575
ENGL 572
FMS 410
FMS 620
HIST 533
PHIL 381
REL 477
ENGL 203
ENGL 203
ENGL 203
ENGL 570
HA 505
HIST 319
WGSS 396
WGSS 498
WGSS 499
WGSS 650
WGSS 696
WGSS 701
WGSS 797
From Goddesses to Witches: Women in Premodern Europe
From Mystics to Feminists: Women's History in Europe 1600 to the Present
Perspectives in Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Studies
Women in Contemporary African Literature
History of American Women: Colonial Times to 1870
History of American Women: 1870 to Present
Popular Culture in Africa: Spiritual Thrills, Romance and Sexualities
History of Women and Work in Comparative Perspective
Modern American Women in Film and Literature
History of Feminist Theory
Race, Gender, and Post-Colonial Discourses (if not already used)
Gender, Culture, and Migration
Men and Masculinities
Body, Self and Society
Witches in European History and Historiography
African Women Writers
American Women and World War II
The Rhetoric of Women's Rights
Love, Sexuality and Gender in Japanese Literature
Women and Literature: _____
Race, Class, and Gender in Visual Culture
International Women Filmmakers
The History of Women and the Family in Europe, from 1500 to the Present
Feminism and Philosophy (if not already used for theory requirement)
Gender and Religion
Topics in Reading and Writing: _____ (Literature of Love and Marriage)
Topics in Reading and Writing: _____ (Women’s Writing and Autobiography)
Topics in Reading and Writing: _____ (Major Women Writers )
Topics in American Literature: _____
Special Study: _____ (Women/Modern Art)
History, Women, and Diversity in the U.S.
Studies in: _____
Independent Study
Honors in Women's Studies
Service Learning in Women's Studies
Studies in: _____
Seminar in: _____
Directed Readings
Social Sciences Elective. Satisfied by any core social science course not already satisfying core requirements above or any approved
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social science elective.
WGSS/ANTH 389
The Anthropology of Gender: Female, Male, and Beyond
WGSS/PSYC 468
Psychology of Women
WGSS 521
Women and Violence
WGSS/POLS 562
Women and Politics
WGSS/POLS 630
Politics of Identity
WGSS/POLS 640
Politics of Reproductive Policy
WGSS/POLS 653
Gender, War, and Peace
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WGSS/ANTH 660
Human Reproduction: Culture, Power, and Politics
WGSS/PSYC 689
Conceptual Issues in Human Sexuality
WGSS 333
The Politics of Physical Appearance
WGSS 351
Women and Leadership: The Legislative Process
WGSS/ANTH/EALC 363
Gendered Modernity in East Asia
WGSS/ANTH 580
Feminism and Anthropology (if not already used)
WGSS/ANTH 583
Love, Sex, and Globalization
WGSS/POLS 600
Contemporary Feminist Political Theory (if not already used)
WGSS/POLS 651
Women and Politics in Latin America
WGSS/AAAS 662
Gender and Politics in Africa
WGSS/ANTH/LAA 665
Women, Health, and Healing in Latin America
WGSS/ANTH 789
Anthropology of Gender: Advanced Seminar in the Four Fields
AAAS 388
The Black Woman
COMS 440
Communication and Gender
PSYC 465
Stereotyping and Prejudice Across Cultures
SOC 273
Women in Society
SOC 352
Sociology of Sex Roles
PSYC 502
Human Sexuality
REL 374
Religious Perspectives on Selfhood and Sexuality
SOC 220/628
Sociology of Families
WGSS 498
Independent Study (may be petitioned to satisfy a social science or humanities elective)
WGSS 701
Seminar in: _____ (may be petitioned to satisfy a social science or humanities elective)
WGSS 797
Directed Readings (may be petitioned to satisfy a social science or humanities elective)
[DELETING THIS CATEGORY AND MOVING COURSES TO THE HUMANITIES ELECTIVES SECTION]
Women’s Studies Electives. Satisfied by any course not already satisfying core requirements above or any of the following:
WGSS 396
Studies in: _____
WGSS 498
Independent Study
WGSS 499
Honors in Women's Studies
WGSS 650
Service Learning in Women's Studies
WGSS 696
Studies in: _____
WGSS 701
Seminar in: _____
WGSS 797
Directed Readings
3
Women's Studies Minor Hours & Minor GPA
While completing all required courses, minors must also meet each of the following hour and GPA minimum standards:
Minor Hours
Satisfied by 18 hours of minor courses.
Minor Hours in Residence
Satisfied by a minimum of 15 hours of KU resident credit in the minor.
Minor Junior/Senior (300+) Hours
Satisfied by a minimum of 12 hours from junior/senior courses (300+) in the minor.
Minor Graduation GPA
Satisfied by a minimum of a 2.0 KU GPA in all departmental courses in the minor. GPA calculations include all departmental courses
in the field of study including F’s and repeated courses. See the Semester/Cumulative GPA Calculator.
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WGSS does not require or offer a research methods course for our majors or minors, which is a deficiency in our curriculum that
places our students at a disadvantage. Moreover, WGSS was approved to offer a human sexuality major. Our proposal included a
required methods course.
11. Changes to Existing Minor – Human Sexuality
PROPOSAL
New Requirement: WGSS is proposing a methods course for all Women’s Studies major, minors, and human sexuality
majors and minors. WGSS was approved to offer a human sexuality major; the proposal included a required methods course.
Currently, we do not have a required methods course for our major or minor degrees. WGSS would like to add the methods
course as a requirement for all majors and minors. A course proposal for this course (WGSS 301: Research Methods in
Women, Gender and Sexuality Studies) was submitted August 26, 2014.)
Change in Human Sexuality Minor Requirements: The Human Sexuality minor currently requires students to complete 6
hours of electives (Requirement 3). We would like to reduce this to 3 hours of electives.
Human Sexuality Minor Course Requirements
Requirements for the Minor
Human Sexuality Minor Course Requirements
The minor requires 18 hours. At least 12 hours must be at the junior/senior (300+) level or higher. Students selecting this minor must
complete the following:
Survey Course of Human Sexuality (3)
Satisfied by one of the following:
SW 303
Human Sexuality in Everyday Life
PSYC 502
Human Sexuality
HSES 489
Health and Human Sexuality
Methods Course
WGSS 301 – Research Methods in Women, Gender and Sexuality Studies
Human Sexuality Discipline Perspective. Satisfied by 3 core courses (9 hours) with a primary focus on sexuality. Students should
take at least 1 humanities course and at least 1 social or biological science course.
Humanities Perspective. Satisfied by 1 of the following approved humanities electives:
AAAS/HIST 598
Sexuality and Gender in African History
CLSX/HWC 374
Gender and Sexuality, Ancient and Modern
EALC 575
Love, Sexuality and Gender in Japanese Literature
HIST 608
History of Sexuality
PHIL 504
Philosophy of Sex and Love
REL 374
Religious Perspectives on Selfhood and Sexuality
WGSS 327
Perspectives in Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Studies
WGSS 530
Gender and Sexuality in Cyberspace
Social Science or Biological Science Perspective. Satisfied by 1 of the following approved social or biological science elective:
ANTH 359
Anthropology of Sex
ANTH/WGSS 660
Human Reproduction: Culture, Power, and Politics
PSYC 410
Intimate Relationships
PSYC 555
Evolutionary Psychology
PSYC/WGSS 689
Conceptual Issues in Human Sexuality
WGSS/PSYC 521
Women and Violence
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WGSS/POLS 640
Politics of Reproductive Policy
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Human Sexuality Required Electives (6) 3
Satisfied by 1 course (3 hours) chosen from any course above not used to satisfy a requirement or any of the following:
AAAS 554/ANTH 545
Contemporary Health Issues in Africa
ABSC 268
Introduction to Marriage and Family Relations
ABSC/PSYC 626
Psychology of Adolescence
AMS 344/WGSS 396
Case Study in American Studies: _____ (Colonial Era to the Present)
ANTH/WGSS 389
The Anthropology of Gender: Female, Male, and Beyond
COMS 344
Relational Communication
COMS 440
Communication and Gender
COMS 552
The Rhetoric of Women's Rights
HIST/WGSS 324
History of Women and the Body
PHIL 674
Philosophy of Law
POLS/WGSS 600
Contemporary Feminist Political Theory
PSYC 465
Stereotyping and Prejudice Across Cultures
PSYC/WGSS 468
Psychology of Women
PSYC 642
The Psychology of Families
SOC 220
Sociology of Families
SOC 617/HP&M 620
Women and Health Care
SOC 628
Families and Social Inequalities
WGSS 333
The Politics of Physical Appearance
WGSS/HWC 570
Men and Masculinities
WGSS/HWC 575
Body, Self and Society
Other Information
Other courses might count by petition in any of the above categories depending on their content. Such courses could include special
topics courses (e.g., WGSS/ WGSS 696 Studies in: ____; ENGL 590 Studies in:____; PSYC 690 Seminar: ____), new courses, or
other course. For more information, see the department’s website, or contact the department. 1 course overlap is allowed between
major requirements and minor requirements. Courses with a blank (____) at the end of their titles are typically topics or seminar
courses that may be repeated for credit. Usually these courses offer different topics each time they are taught. Students should check
with the course instructor about the requirements to take the course and what the topic will be when it is offered. )
Human Sexuality Minor Hours & Minor GPA
While completing all required courses, minors must also meet each of the following hour and GPA minimum standards:
Minor Hours
Satisfied by 18 hours of minor courses.
Minor Hours in Residence
Satisfied by a minimum of 15 hours of KU resident credit in the minor.
Minor Junior/Senior (300+) Hours
Satisfied by a minimum of 12 hours from junior/senior courses (300+) in the minor.
Minor Graduation GPA
Satisfied by a minimum of a 2.0 KU GPA in all departmental courses in the minor. GPA calculations include all departmental courses
in the field of study including F’s and repeated courses. See the Semester/Cumulative GPA Calculator.
JUSTIFICATION
WGSS does not require or offer a research methods course for our majors or minors, which is a deficiency in our curriculum that
places our students at a disadvantage. Moreover, WGSS was approved to offer a human sexuality major. Our proposal included a
required methods course.
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C. New Business for Approval
1. Recommended Policy Changes
Undergraduate Certificate Proposal
The CLAS undergraduate certificate program provides students with the opportunity to organize their elective courses in
concentrated areas of expertise to develop depth and breadth in professional or interdisciplinary knowledge. Students may
use the certificate program to add new skill sets, add depth and application to existing knowledge, explore minor options
in various departments, and/or learn about various areas of interests from diverse disciplinary standpoints.
The certificate program offers departments across CLAS the opportunity to create certificates that attract students across
the College to their courses while adding value to the existing degree majors and minors that the College offers.
Moreover, students majoring within departments and those seeking experiences in areas outside of their departments have
the opportunity to explore interdisciplinary approaches to scholarship and to increase the value of their degrees in the
global marketplace by focusing on application of their skills.
We encourage departments proposing certificates to consider curricula to include: mastery of skill sets, applied practice,
and general knowledge sets. Departments propose courses that complement and enhance their given curriculum in other
areas of CLAS that help the students branch out to explore new ways of accessing, creating, and applying knowledge in
their desired professions. Certificate proposals should meet the following criteria. Variations from these criteria will be
considered by CUSA with appropriate justification.
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Proposals must contain a thematic goal and clarification as to how that goal is completed through the curriculum.
Departments are encouraged to emphasize how the theme/concept contributes to student’s post graduate work by
illustrating the knowledge and/or skill sets that may be gained by completing the certificate.
Minimum of 12 hours with no more than 14 required hours. (Courses in the certificate program may have
prerequisites that are not part of the certificate)
6 hours must be at the JR/SR level
All certificate coursework must be completed at KU. Students who complete certificate requirements at other
institutions may substitute one course only in the instance that the course is a direct transfer articulation
equivalent to KU. Exceptions to this are reviewed by CUSA on a case by case basis and must contain department
endorsement.
Minimum 2.00 KU GPA in coursework which may apply to the certificate (departments may propose a higher
GPA).
A certificate program should be a focused collection of courses that either spans multiple disciplines,
complementing one or more majors, or develops specialized expertise.
For approval by CUSA a certificate proposal must demonstrate evidence that the coursework addresses a common
theme through multiple disciplines or that it develops specialized expertise that will benefit students in graduate
or professional studies or careers.
One course may be taken from a Professional School.
Each department with included coursework must indicate their approval to have their course(s) included.
Example: The Department of Theatre proposes an arts management certificate that includes course options from
WGSS, AAAS, and AMS. All three departments approve the inclusion of their courses in the certificate. This can
be done via email from the department chair with the full proposal of the certificate.
Proposals will need to include a guarantee that courses will be offered routinely.
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