[ Intercultural Studies ]

Course Offerings

2009–2010

One unit of course credit equals four semester hours.

ICS 270 Introduction to Intercultural Studies
Half course.
The first intercultural seminar includes conceptual review, introduction to intercultural models, and student-generated cultural and international comparisons. Topics develop the stated objectives for the minor. Students enrolled in the ICS program for a minor are encouraged to take this course early in their program. The course is open to any student wishing to gain understanding of intercultural dynamics. Fall Term, Day; Spring Term, Evening.

ICS 271 Intermediate Intercultural Studies
This course completes the two-course, half credit series of intercultural basic courses required for a major or minor in the  intercultural studies program. It is also relevant for any student wishing to develop intercultural understanding. Students  who successfully complete this course will have substantially developed intercultural knowledge and skills. Prerequisite:  Completion of ICS 270. Fall Term, Day; Spring Term, Evening.

ICS 275 Introduction to International Studies
This course uses a global perspective to introduce students to international political, economic, social, ethnic, and gender  issues and institutions. Emphasis is placed on discerning and analyzing the nature of intercultural interactions, both historical and contemporary. Spring Term, even years.

ICS 280/380 Intercultural Experiential
Quarter, half, three-quarter, or full course
Students may pursue their intercultural focus on an individual basis through attendance at relevant guestships, lectures,  workshops, retreats, off-campus learning, service learning, peer-education, or other independent guided endeavors. In  addition, study abroad, domestic study, the Chicago Semester, the Washington Semester or other interculturally oriented  programs of study may be used. Student will document participation through a descriptive journal and write a short  reflective paper describing what each experience taught them about themselves, about their focus group or theme, and  about intercultural interactions. May be repeated for credit for different experiences. Prerequisite: Consent of the ICS  program director and completion of ICS 271. As offered.

ICS 370 Intercultural Capstone
Half course
Students enrolled in the program for a major complete a third seminar. The goal of this course is participation in an  intercultural field experience with reflective writing or the development and presentation of a capstone project. The writings or project, developed in consultation with a seminar instructor, address individual and program objectives, as detailed in the student’s program contract. Students should take this course at the end of their ICS program. Prerequisite: ICS 271. Fall  Term, Evening; Spring Term, Day.

ICS 390 Special Topics in Intercultural Studies
Directed study of intercultural topics determined by faculty expertise and student interest. Contact instructor for course  description.

ICS 492 Independent Study
Half or full course
An independent course for students to pursue their special intercultural interests. Prerequisite: Consent of the ICS Program director and course instructor. Upon request and approval.