AFRO–A 355 African American History I (3 cr.) A study of the history of African Americans in the United States. HIST–H 217 The Nature of History (3 cr.) An introductory survey of (1) what history is, (2) types of historical interpretation, (3) common problems in history, and (4) the uses of history.
Bachelors Requirements
Junior/Senior Integrator (3 cr.)
Capstone Experience (1-3 cr.)
Communications Core (19 cr.)
Speech Communication R110 (3 cr.) Students with previously acquired public speaking competence may be eligible for special credit points and exemption from this requirement; contact the Chair of the Department of Communication Studies, Cavanaugh Hall. Students for whom English is not their first language may be exempted from the foreign language requirement for no credit if they complete English W131 and W132 with the required grade of C or higher.
Basic Courses
School of Liberal Arts students may complete one or more minors and/or certificate programs. Students in other schools of IUPUI may complete minors in the School of Liberal Arts.
Bachelor of Arts
If admitted to candidacy for another degree by the dean, students must earn at least 26 additional credit hours in residence and meet the requirements of the School of Liberal Arts and the department in which they are candidates. Courses required for minors and certificates may also be used to satisfy other requirements, including distribution requirements.
American Sign Language/English Interpreting
Anthropology
Communication Studies
A. Requirements
Electives The remaining 21 hours may be chosen from any of the courses offered in Communication Studies, as long as departmental requirements are met. A list of communication studies approved for H-Options is available in the Honors Program office or in the department office.
Economics
Women's Studies
English
In consultation with your advisor, choose four English courses at the 200 level or above, with at least two at the 300 or 400 level. At least three courses must be outside the language and linguistics concentration, and at least one course must be of literature.
Geography
History
6 credit hours African/Asian/Latin American history (EF-G prefix courses) (Note: H prefix courses are special topics, and their application to categories must be approved by advisors.). Thematic concentrations require 12 credit hours of courses in fields such as urban, family, or science/technology/medical history and two 6 credit hour support areas as specified in the theme description.
International Studies
The student seeking to teach history at the secondary level may (1) major in history and obtain the necessary certification in addition, or (2) major in social studies education through the School of Education. In both cases, the student must agree with the School of Education for a complete program.
Philosophy
Contact history advisors and the department office for lists of thematic concentrations currently available to majors. In the first instance, history students should consult the Department of History's advisors about study advisors and the School of Education regarding certification.
Medical Humanities and Health Studies
Political Science
Religious Studies
Sociology
Classical Studies
French
Two electives, including no more than 3 credit hours of F495, individual lectures in French (1-3 cr.), for a total of 6 cr. The teaching major in French requires the completion of a minimum of 36 credit hours above the 100 level, including 30 credit hours in 300- and 400-level courses.
German
Up to six hours of F396 and/or F496, French Study Abroad may count as an elective for the French major. Students working toward certification are encouraged to work with their School of Education advisor as well as their departmental advisor.
Japanese
Spanish
Students seeking a certificate at the secondary level must complete all professional courses required by the School of Education and must work with the School of Education advisor in consultation with the Spanish advisor. Teaching Spanish requires completion of a minimum of 38 credit hours above the 100 level, including 30 credit hours in 300- and 400-level courses.
Minors
Note for native speakers of Spanish: since S317 is not open to native speakers, another course at the 300 or 400 level must be substituted.
Africana Studies
American Studies
A student's minor program will be developed in consultation with American Studies faculty members and the student's American studies advisor. Two additional 300- or 400-level courses offered under the American Studies rubric or cross-listed in American Studies (6 cr.).
Cultural Diversity
- Communication Arts
- Media Studies
- Organizational Communication
- Rhetorical Studies
- Theatre
A minor in economics is a logical addition to courses in business administration, technology, engineering, healthcare, natural sciences and social sciences. Grade Requirement: The grade for each course submitted for the minor must be C (2.0) or higher.
Business
Students will consider the classical foundations of the study of rhetoric and have the opportunity to critically and carefully evaluate persuasive messages from a variety of perspectives.
Business and Professional Writing
Foreign language competence: completion of the second year of a modern foreign language (or the equivalent). Students may wish to complete these 9 credits from one of the specific area or thematic concentrations to facilitate later transition to the major.
Legal Studies Minor
Electives (9 cr.): any courses chosen from the approved international study area and thematic concentrations course list as long as they come from at least two different departments. Note: Other courses may be accepted with the approval of the Medical Humanities and Health Studies Committee.
Philanthropic Studies
Y103, 6 credit hours from 300-level courses in American Government or Y200, and 6 credit hours of political science electives in other areas. Y219, 6 credit hours from 300-level courses in international relations or Y200, and 6 credit hours of political science electives in other areas.
Medical Sociology
Y213, 6 credit hours from 300-level courses in public policy or Y200, and 6 credit hours of political science electives in other areas. Y215, 6 credit hours from 300-level courses in political theory or Y200, and 6 credit hours of political science electives in other fields.
Urban Studies
Prerequisite: L115 with a grade of C or better Requirements: A total of 15 credit hours (five courses) which include:. Students choose 15 credit hours from the courses listed under "Creative Writing" in this bulletin and/or class schedule.
Classical Studies, Ancient Greek, and Latin
At least 6 credit hours taken toward the minor must be at the 300 level or above. The minor in Spanish requires 15 credit hours of course work (6 credit hours must be completed on the IUPUI campus), with a grade of C (2.0) or higher.
Arabic and Islamic Studies
level 300 or higher; no more than 3 credit hours of Ancient Greek or Latin at the 100 level may be counted.The Japanese Studies Supplement consists of 15 credit hours of Japanese Studies or related courses approved by the program director, excluding 100-level courses.
Creative Writing
Minor in Creative Writing
German Culture
Germanic Language Skills Global Economics
Latin
Media Studies
Organizational Communication
Rhetorical Studies
General Theatre
Associate of Arts
General Education Requirements (62 cr.)
Distribution Requirements (44 cr.) All students must complete the following
Students with previously acquired public speaking competence may be entitled to special credit points and an exemption from this requirement; contact the Department of Communication Studies in Cavanaugh Hall 309 or call. This requirement can be met by completing the first year with acceptable grades or by completing the second or third year. distribution requirements for more detailed information. distribution requirements for acceptable courses. distribution requirements for acceptable courses.
Concentration Requirements (18 cr.)
A course must be a laboratory course and there should be no more than 5 credit hours in geography if the students plan to complete the B.A. degree.).
Arts and Humanities: Complete both A and B below
Social Sciences and Behavorial: Complete both A and B below
Certificates
Theatre and Performance
To enroll in the Undergraduate Certificate in Theater and Performance program, IUPUI students must do two things 1) complete an application form in the School of Liberal Arts Student Affairs Office (Cavanaugh Hall 401) and 2) complete and mail this application form to the Communication Studies Office (Cavanaugh Hall 309). Students who have less than 55 credit hours must consult the coordinator of the Undergraduate Certificate in Theater and Performance Program.
Technical Communication
Students select the remaining 9 hours of electives in consultation with the department faculty advisor to fine-tune the program to the individual student's interest based on the independent creative project proposal. Apply for undergraduate admission to IUPUI and specify Theater and Performance Certificate as the goal.
Geographic Information Science
Students who have already completed undergraduate degrees can apply for the undergraduate certificate or apply to the IU Graduate School for admission to the graduate certificate program (see below). In addition to the required courses listed above, students must take six credit hours of electives at the 300 level or higher that will enhance their background in GIS-related issues or apply their expertise to a specific area.
Museum Studies
Paralegal Studies
Students must receive a grade of C or better in each course they plan to apply for certification. Due to the required course requirements for the certificate, students must meet the prerequisites before taking the certificate course: they must have college-level writing skills, computer skills, and they must pass POLS Y211 Introduction to Law , with a grade of C or higher.
American Humanics
Students can combine the certificate with other programs or majors or take it on their own. Students who have questions about the certificate in Paralegal Studies or who wish to declare and pursue the certificate should contact the Director of Paralegal Studies, Professor David Weiden, Cavanaugh Hall 504J.
Translation Studies
Internship or Directed Study (3 cr.) a. Internship
Motorsports Studies
To complete one of the four focus areas listed above, students will select 9 hours of electives in consultation with the Director of Motorsports Studies. The Motorsports Studies Capstone will be designed by the student in consultation with the Director of Motorsports Studies.
Graduate Minors
BUS M200 Marketing and Society: A Look at Roles and Responsibilities or BUS M300 Introduction to Marketing (3cr). In addition, virtually all departments in the School of Liberal Arts offer graduate courses, including certain 300- and 400-level courses that can be taken for graduate credit in programs at the Indiana University Graduate School or the Indiana University School of Education.
Anthropology & Health
Students will not receive credit without the written approval of a graduate advisor and the instructor of the course.
Graduate Degrees
Applied Communication
A. Requirements (36 cr.)
The Master of Arts in Philanthropic Studies focuses on the history, culture and values of philanthropy. The interdisciplinary approach to philanthropic studies allows for the consideration of the different characteristics of philanthropy and the nonprofit sector.
Professional Editing
For further admissions instructions and requirements for international students, prospective applicants should refer to the Office of International Affairs website: http://iapply.iupui.edu/apply/grad/. PLEASE NOTE: While the GRE is not required for admission to the Master of Arts in Teaching Spanish Program, it is required for application to certain financial aid programs.
Teaching Writing
Electives not on the approved list must be approved by the director of museum studies prior to registration. GRE scores are required for admission to graduate programs in history and museum studies.
Teaching English Speakers of Other Languages
The Graduate Certificate in Museum Studies provides students with interdisciplinary training in museum practice and knowledge of contemporary issues in the museum field. It trains students in specialized aspects of museum practice such as education, exhibition planning and design, collections care, and museum administration by combining museum studies course work with curriculum in other IU schools.
Centers
The Center for the Study of Religion and American Culture is a research and public institute dedicated to promoting understanding of the relationship between religion and other features of American culture. The center is part of the Indiana University School of Liberal Arts in the Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI) Department of English.
Individualized Major Program
Philanthropic Studies P512 Human and Financial Resources for Philanthropy; and Philanthropic Studies P590 Internship in Philanthropic Studies. P 450 Senior Seminar in Philanthropic Studies (3 cr.) These courses are designed to help graduating seniors synthesize and demonstrate learning in their major.
Film Studies
Multiple disciplinary perspectives and contemporary theoretical foundations of philanthropic studies are used to design and critique the potential. These include nonprofit management, museum studies, the bachelor's degree and the philanthropic studies minor.
Programs
A460 Topics in Anthropology: (variable title) (1-3 cr.) A conceptual study of selected topics in anthropology. E384 The African Diaspora (3 credits) This course examines the cultural formation of the African diaspora in America.
Requirements for the MA in Applied Anthropology
F111 World folk music and culture (3 ECTS) The course explores the role of music in human life. F356 Chicano Folklore/Folklife/Folk Music (DKK 3) The folk traditions of the Mexican Americans as a reflection of the historical experiences and cultural identity of this people in the United States.
The Center for Economic Education
The Department of History offers students the opportunity to better understand the human social condition through the systematic study of the human past. Other schools also offer courses relevant to students considering the study of law.
World Languages and Cultures
Studying Arabic opens the door to the cultures of the Middle East and the wider Islamic world. Japanese studies is an interdisciplinary field that includes the study of the language, culture, and literature of Japan.
Departments
There is a three-week summer program in Pachuca, Mexico for students who have completed at least their first year of Spanish. Some programs require only one semester of prior Spanish study, while others are suitable for students in advanced Spanish courses.
Activities
The Spanish Resource Center is sponsored by the Education Office of the Embassy of Spain to assist and promote Spanish education in the United States, and particularly in Central Indiana. It is open for use by professors, teachers and students of Spanish, as well as the general public.
School-Level Awards and Scholarships
Barbara White Thoreson Scholarship This scholarship supports Liberal Arts students pursuing futures in teaching. Graduation with Distinction - Liberal Arts undergraduate students with outstanding academic achievement are recognized by IUPUI at graduation with the designations of Distinction, High Distinction, and Highest Distinction.
Departmental and Program Scholarships and Awards
The Sociology Award is presented to the outstanding student in the department for outstanding achievement in sociology. World Languages and Cultures Academic Achievement Award in Spanish This award is presented to the outstanding student in the Spanish program.
Internship in English
Anne Donchin Graduate Essay Award This award is given to the graduate student who submits the most outstanding essay on a topic in women's studies. The Outstanding Essay Award This award is given to the student who submits the most outstanding essay on a topic in Women's Studies.
Self-Acquired Competency
Religious Studies Outstanding Student Award This award is given to a religious studies student who has demonstrated consistent excellence in learning. The Senior Award is given to a senior student in women's studies who has made an outstanding contribution to women's studies.
Academic Standing
Brant, Herbert J., Associate Professor of (Spanish) World Languages and Cultures and Associate Professor of Women's Studies (1992);. Nnaemeka, Obioma G., Professor (French) of World Languages and Cultures, Associate Professor of Women's Studies and Associate Professor of African Studies (1991); B.A., University of Nigeria, 1972;.
