Summer Course Offerings for Current Shenandoah Students

Special pricing rate of $465 per 3 credit course — Save 80% per credit! 

Students will be enrolled and required to pay tuition for the Summer II term by the summer due date of June 15th, students who enroll after June 15th will be required to pay at the time of registration.

ASL 102 Beginning American Sign Language II | July 6 – August 14, Asynchronous Online Course

Students will continue to build their knowledge of the fundamentals of ASL used by the deaf community including vocabulary, syntax, fingerspelling, grammatical non-manual signals, expressive and receptive signing skills, and deaf culture. Students will also expand their knowledge of conversational/cultural behaviors necessary to hold a beginning-level conversation in ASL with deaf/hard-of-hearing native users of the language. (3 Credits)

Prerequisite(s): ASL 101

Instructor: Elizabeth O’Connor

BA 302 Quantitative Methods | July 6 – August 22, Synchronous Online Course, Monday, Wednesday, & Friday 8:00 am – 10:05 am

This course provides the student with an overview of some of the quantitative (mathematically and statistically based) methods that are commonly used to support business decision-making. (3 Credits)

Prerequisite(s): BA 203

Instructor: Nail Baycik

BA 361 Marketing Research | July 6 – August 22, Synchronous Online Course, Monday, Wednesday, & Friday 10:15 am – 12:20 pm

Introduction to the techniques, tools and applications of marketing research. Upon completion of this course, the student will have acquired the knowledge and skills needed to design proposals and marketing research studies, collect data using field and desk methods, analyze data using purpose built software, and report findings to aid decision-making – all according to established ethical guidelines. (3 Credits)

Prerequisite(s): BA 360 and BA 203 or equivalent

Instructor: Angela Hausman

EC 212 Principles of Microeconomics | July 6 – August 22, Synchronous Online Course, Tuesday & Thursday 8:00 am – 10:30 pm

Principles and problems of microeconomics: price, value and distribution, and economic decision making under different market structures. Emphasis is placed on the efficient allocation of resources by firms and owners of the factors of production. (3 Credits)

Instructor: Ioan Daraban

ENG 399 Topics: Epic Fantasy | July 6 – August 22, Asynchronous Online Course

In this course, students will examine the growth of this popular category from its roots in the Middle Ages to its current manifestations. We will study The Lord of the Rings, whose Fellowship and its quest set the framework of the genre, and examine some of the works which copy and critique Tolkien. What exactly is epic fantasy? What relationship do these imaginary struggles bear to the present? To an imagined past? Whose epics are these, and what changes when authors from other traditions, cultures, and perspectives take up the quest? (3 Credits)

Instructor: Sarah Canfield

ES 101 Introduction to Environmental Studies | July 6 – August 22, Asynchronous Online Course

Intended for anyone interested in the environment, this course addresses the inter-related scientific, technological, economic, social, political and ethical dimensions of environmental issues. (3 Credit)

Instructor: Richard Stanford

ESPT 101 Introduction to Esports | July 6 – August 22, Synchronous Online Course, Tuesday & Thursday 1:00 pm – 3:30 pm

This course introduces the student to the esports ecosystem including areas such as games, developers, events, leagues, facilities and history. Students will receive a broad understanding of various areas of esports through lectures and class projects. (3 Credits)

Instructor: Joey Gawrysiak

EXSC 352 Sports Nutrition for Health & Performance | July 6 – August 22, Asynchronous Online Course

This course examines the effect of nutrition on health, exercise training and sport performance. Discussion will focus on essential nutrients and diet analysis, nutritional practices surrounding competition events, the use of ergogenic aids, weight management issues and best nutritional practices for strength, team and endurance athletes. (3 Credits)

Instructor: Katlyn Frye

EXSC 395 Topics: Clinical Exercise Physiology | July 6 – August 22, Synchronous Online Course, Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

This course is aimed to evaluate the advances in exercise physiology for a clinical population. Specific clinical populations being addressed will include: Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, Stroke, Cardiovascular Disease, Cancer, and Spinal Cord Injury. Emphasis will be placed on the exercise rehabilitation of these clinical populations and the pathophysiology behind the disease process. (3 Credits)

Instructor: Jessica Sudock

GWST 100 Intro to Gender & Women’s Studies | July 6 – August 1, Asynchronous Online Course

This course introduces students to the interdisciplinary field of gender studies, which addresses theories and analyzes issues from multiple perspectives. A particular topic will be explored through its representation in literature, film and art, as well as from the perspectives of health, history, sociology, politics and/or psychology. Through this cross-perspective methodology, students are introduced to a variety of approaches to gender theory and criticism. (3 Credits)

Instructor: Petra Schweitzer

KNS 252 Personal & Community Health | July 6 – August 22, Asynchronous Online Course

Designed to develop attitudes and practices that contribute to better individual and group health. Emphasis isplaced upon current health issues and decision making in health behaviors and health needs. (3 Credits)

Instructor: Philip Liversedge

KNS 490 Physical Education Curriculum and Administration | July 6 – August 22, Asynchronous Online Course

This course covers multiple physical education curriculum models. Students are exposed to various models, who created the model, where the model originated, the strengths and weaknesses of each model, and school districts who use the model. (3 Credits)

Instructor: Philip Liversedge

MATH 207 Introduction to Statistics | July 6 – August 22, Asynchronous Online Course

A study of elementary statistical methods, probability, estimation, test of hypothesis, regression, correlation and time series. (3 Credit)

Prerequisite(s): Two years of high school algebra and one year of geometry

Instructors: Ralph Wojtowicz 

MCOM 150 Principles of Public Speaking | July 6 – August 22, Synchronous Online Course, Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday 9:00 am – 11:30 pm

An introduction to the principles of public speaking, including theory, history and practice. This course presents both classical and contemporary theories of rhetoric while at the same time emphasizing the practical skills of public speaking. The course offers full coverage of all major aspects of speech preparation and presentation, and requires student practice throughout the course. (3 Credits)

Instructor: Matthew Corr

MCOM 350 Business & Professional Communication | July 6 – August 22, Asynchronous Online Course

This course is designed to familiarize students with the kinds of oral and written communications needed to succeed in business and professional contexts, and to develop in them the skills needed for effective communication in a variety of organizational settings. The course also explores theories of persuasion, group dynamics and management to increase student awareness and understanding of underlying communication process. (3 Credits)

Instructor: Kelley Crowley

The Summer I term started on May 26.

 

ARVR 290 AR/VR Lab | May 26 – August 15, Asynchronous Online Course

Gain hands on experience in all aspects of real AR/VR projects including use of all lab equipment (360 cameras, editing machines and a variety of headset types). (3 Credits)

Instructor: Mohammed Obeid

ASL 101 Beginning American Sign Language I | May 26 – July 4, Asynchronous Online Course

Learn the fundamentals of American Sign Language (ASL) including basic vocabulary, syntax, fingerspelling, grammatical non-manual signals, expressive and receptive signing skills, and deaf culture. (3 Credits)

Instructor: Elizabeth O’Connor

BA 203 Statistics & Data Analysis for Business | May 26 – July 4, Synchronous Online Course, Monday, Wednesday, & Friday 8:00 am – 10:05 am

Learn about important analytical tools used to examine business phenomena and improve management decision-making. (3 Credits)

Instructor: Nail Baycik

This course fulfills a ShenEd requirement for Shenandoah students. 

BA 211 Principles of Financial Accounting | May 26 – July 4, Synchronous Online Course, Tuesday & Thursday 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

An introduction of the fundamentals of accounting which is a basic language of business.  (3 Credits)

Instructor: Rejoyce Lunceford

BA 212 Principles of Managerial Accounting | May 26 – July 4, Synchronous Online Course, Monday, Wednesday, & Friday 10:15 am – 12:20 am

An introduction to the use of financial statements including the income statement, balance sheet and statement of cash flows. (3 Credits)

Instructor: Martin Mulyadi

BA 251 The Gig Economy | May 26 – August 15, Synchronous Online Course, Monday, Wednesday, & Friday 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Self-employed, freelance, and temporary workers are part of a significant trend that is called theGigEconomy. Opportunities in theGigEconomy will be studied, as well as the accompanying risks and difficulties. (3 Credits)

Instructor: Yolanda Shields

BA 395 Introduction to Operations & Supply Chain Management | May 26 – July 4, Synchronous Online Course, Thursday 10:00 am – 12:30 pm

Operations and supply chain management integrates procurement, production and logistics processes to provide a seamless and efficient delivery of the final product or service to the final consumers. (3 Credits)

Instructor: Gokce Palak

BIO 121 General Biology I with Lab | May 26 – July 18, Asynchronous Online Course

General Biology is a two-course sequence that examines the ideas and methods basic to an understanding of contemporary biology. Three lecture hours plus three laboratory hours per week. (4 Credits)

Only register for the BIO 121 General Biology I course. You will be automatically enrolled in the corresponding lab.

Instructor: Michael Zimmermann & Laurel Nida

This course fulfills a ShenEd requirement for Shenandoah students. 

BIO 201 Medical Terminology | May 26 – July 4, Asynchronous Online Course

Students will learn to combine appropriate word parts into complete medical terms, to interpret and explain clinical pathology reports, to interpret and explain clinical laboratory results and be able to use correct abbreviations and medical scribe notation. (3 Credits) 

Instructor: Gregory Gallagher

BIO 260 Microbiology with Lab | May 26 – July 18, Asynchronous Online Course

Topics of course discussions will include the historical importance of microbiology, systematics, microbial metabolism, microbial genetics, biotechnology, pathogenesis, antimicrobial epidemiology and immunology. Three lecture hours plus three laboratory hours per week. (4 Credits) 

Only register for the BIO 260 Microbiology course. You will be automatically enrolled in the corresponding lab.

Instructor: Jeffrey Bara & Laurel Nida

EC 211 Principles of Macroeconomics | May 26 – July 4, Synchronous Online Course, Thursday 9:00 am – 11:30 am

Principles and problems of macroeconomics: national income, employment, inflation, economic growth, monetary and fiscal policy, interest rates, international economics and alternative economic systems. (3 Credits) 

Instructor: Ioan Daraban

This course fulfills a ShenEd requirement for Shenandoah students. 

ENG 101 Composition | May 26 – July 18, Synchronous Online Course, Monday & Wednesday  11:00 am – 12:35 pm

This course provides instruction and practice designed to increase competence in communication, with primary emphasis on expository writing. (3 Credit)

Instructor: Rachael Hammond

ES 101 Introduction to Environmental Studies | May 26 – July 4, Asynchronous Online Course

Intended for anyone interested in the environment, this course addresses the inter-related scientific, technological, economic, social, political and ethical dimensions of environmental issues. (3 Credit)

Instructor: Allyson Degrassi

This course fulfills a ShenEd requirement for Shenandoah students.

EXSC 340 Exercise Science Practicum | May 26 – August 15, Asynchronous Online Course

This course is designed to provide clinical lab experience in a work setting under the supervision of experienced professionals. (3 Credit)

Prerequisite(s): KIN 191 or current CPR/AED certification and EXSC 270 or BIO 231 with a C- or better.

Instructor: Barry Parker

EXSC 350 Sport & Exercise Psychology | May 26 – July 18, Asynchronous Online Course

This course examines the psychological dimensions of exercise and sport with emphasis on skill acquisition and preparation for athletic performance. (3 Credit)

Enrollment is limited to students with junior- or senior-level standing.

Instructor: Robert Hilliard

EXSC 430 Exercise Science Experiential Learning | May 26 – August 15, Asynchronous Online Course

This course is a 120-hour supervised field experience during the junior or senior year to provide exercise science majors an opportunity to gain practical experience in health professions, fitness/performance or discipline-related environments. (3 Credit)

Prerequisite(s): EXSC 340, junior- or senior-level standing, and KIN 191 or current CPR/AED certification

Instructor: Barry Parker

GLS 101 Introduction to Global Studies | May 26 – August 15, Asynchronous Online Course

Students will engage in an introductory discussion and analysis of globalization, the interconnectedness that results from this process and the impact it has on contemporary global issues. (3 Credit)

Instructor: Eric Leonard

This course fulfills a ShenEd requirement for Shenandoah students. 

HIST 201 The Practice of History | May 26 – July 4, Synchronous Online Course, Monday & Thursday  10:00 am – 11:30 am

The practice of history requires mastery of archival research, material cultural analysis, document interpretation, scholarly writing, documentation and oral communication. (3 Credit)

Instructor: Julie Hofmann

INT 101 Introduction to IT Fundamentals | May 26 – July 4, Synchronous Online Course, Tuesday  12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Students will study the basics of hardware and software, information representation, storage, and transmission as well as human-computer interfaces. Students will be introduced to different IT career paths and basic engineering skills such as technical writing, teamwork and keeping an engineering notebook. (3 Credits)

Instructor: Anne Marchant

MATH 207 Introduction to Statistics | May 26 – July 4, Asynchronous Online Course

A study of elementary statistical methods, probability, estimation, test of hypothesis, regression, correlation and time series. (3 Credit)

Prerequisite(s): Two years of high school algebra and one year of geometry

Two sections of this course are available. Instructors: Ralph Wojtowicz & David Yablonski

This course fulfills a ShenEd requirement for Shenandoah students. 

MCOM 211 Media Ethics | May 26 – July 4, Asynchronous Online Course

This course considers the ethical issues facing communication students, professional journalists and media practitioners.  (3 Credit)

Instructor: Gina Daddario

This course fulfills a ShenEd requirement for Shenandoah students. 

MCOM 350 Business & Professional Communications | May 26 – July 4, Asynchronous Online Course

This course is designed to familiarize students with the kinds of oral and written communications needed to succeed in business and professional contexts. (3 Credit)

Instructor: Kelley Crowley

MULT 273 History of Rock Music | May 26 – July 4, Asynchronous Online Course

This course traces rock and roll from its roots in country, blues, and popular music to the present day. (3 Credit)

Instructor: Alanna Tierno

This course fulfills a ShenEd requirement for Shenandoah students. 

PH 101 Introduction to Public Health | May 26 – July 4, Asynchronous Online Course

Public health is the science and art of preventing disease and promoting health through the organized efforts and informed choices of society, organizations, communities and individuals. (3 Credit)

Instructor: Scott McClure

PH 395 Introduction to Food Systems | May 26 – July 4, Asynchronous Online Course

There are few things as critical to public health as food. Food systems are the complex webs connecting the economic, social, environmental, and political aspects of producing, distributing, and consuming food. This course will introduce a systems level approach to the complex, exciting, and often infuriating world of food. Students will gain an understanding of how our local, national, and international food systems developed, what we’re doing right, and what we should strive to change. (3 Credit)

Instructor: Scott McClure

PSY 322 Adolescent Development | May 26 – July 16, Synchronous Online Course, Thursday 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Students learn the biological, cognitive and socio-emotional changes occurring during adolescence, and factors that influence these changes, such as the family, culture, gender, peer group, media and school. (3 Credit)

Faculty approval required. Students who register will be contacted to make sure they fulfill the course prerequisites 

Instructor: Addie Jones

PSY 414 Posttraumatic Stress Disorder | May 26 – July 18, Synchronous Online Course, Wednesday 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm

This course focuses on Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), including its history, who suffers from this disorder and the reasons behind it, its traits and characteristics and how they manifest themselves in people, as well as treatment options for those diagnosed. (3 Credit)

Faculty approval required. Students who register will be contacted to make sure they fulfill the course prerequisites 

Instructor: Alida Gibson

REL 203 Religious Diversity & Civic Cooperation | May 26 – July 4, Synchronous Online Course, Monday 3:00 pm – 4:15 pm

This course explores how we conceptualize and create civic life together in a religiously diverse society. (3 Credits)

Instructor: Kevin Minister

This course fulfills a ShenEd requirement for Shenandoah students. 

REL 206 Islam in Contemporary World | May 26 – July 18, Synchronous Online Course, Monday & Wednesday 10:30 am – 1:00 pm

This course will introduce students to the lived traditions of Muslim communities, examining how Islamic faith and practice shape cultures around the globe. (3 Credit)

Instructor: Hanaa Unus

SPAN 202 Intermediate Spanish II | May 26 – July 4, Asynchronous Online Course

Students will increase vocabulary and improve comprehension and fluency. (3 Credit)

For students with three semesters of college Spanish or three to four years of high school Spanish. Faculty approval required. Students who register will be contacted to make sure they fulfill the course prerequisites 

Instructor: Adela Borrallo-Solis

This course fulfills a ShenEd requirement for Shenandoah students. 

TH 351 History of Theatre | May 26 – July 4, Asynchronous Online Course

This course covers the development of drama, theatre architecture, companies, personalities and styles from antiquity to the Renaissance. (3 Credit)

Instructor: Carolyn Coulson

This course fulfills a ShenEd requirement for Shenandoah students.