Liberal Studies Division

Courses

ARTHI 1350: Introduction to the Visual Arts

An understanding of the visual arts through study of their basic principles of design, aesthetics and role in society. Examples of all media are examined are drawn from diverse historical periods, places, and world cultures.

ARTHI 3301: Impressionism in Art and Music

This interdisciplinary course examines Impressionism and Post-Impressionism, innovative artistic movements that emerged in the late 19th century. Through a unique fusion of visual art and music, students will gain a deep understanding of the Impressionist era's cultural, social, and historical contexts, exploring how artists and composers reshaped the way their viewers and listeners perceived and interpreted reality.

ARTHI 3310: Ancient Art

History of art in the Western tradition from 20,000 BC. to the fourth century AD, from the emergence of human beings in the Paleolithic Age to the developments of civilization in the Near East, Egypt, and the Aegean; the flowering of the classical age in Greece; and the rise of the Roman Empire to the flourishing of Christianity under the Emperor Constantine in the fourth century AD. The course includes the close study of the Arts of the Ancient World in the collections of the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston and The Menil Collection.

ARTHI 3320: Medieval Art

An introduction to the arts of the Christian Middle Ages in the Greek East and Latin West ca. 200-1400 AD. Covers architecture, monumental sculpture, painting, mosaics, stained glass, ivory and metalwork, and panel painting in their historical, religious, political, and social contexts. Topics include the creation of a vocabulary of Christian symbols, imagery, and architectural forms; medieval patrons, artists, and audiences; arts of pilgrimage, monastery, and cathedral; and the roles and functions of images. The course includes the close study of the Arts of the Middle Ages and Byzantium in the collections of the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston and The Menil Collection.

ARTHI 3330: Renaissance and Baroque Art

An introduction to art and architecture, 1400-1750, against the context of historical, cultural, religious, technological, and social change. Topics include the emergence of humanism and its engagement with the ancient past; the development of transformative new techniques and technologies for making art; the function of art in religious, public, and domestic settings; the role of the patron; the impact of the Protestant and Catholic Reformations on art and society; and the proliferation of new genres. The course includes a close study of Renaissance and Baroque artworks in the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston.

ARTHI 3340: Modern Art

Art in the Western world from the late 18th century to the present. Content includes neoclassicism and romanticism, realism, the impressionists, parallel developments in architecture, the new sculptural tradition of Rodin, postimpressionism to fauvism, expressionism, futurism, cubism, geometric abstraction in sculpture and painting, modernism in architecture in the 20th century, and Dadaism and surrealism. Also covers developments since 1945, such as action painting, pop art, minimal art, and postmodernism. The course includes a close study of the Modern Art collections in Museum of Fine Arts Houston, The Menil Collection, and the Contemporary Arts Museum.

ARTHI 3350: The Art of Asia

This course offers an in-depth exploration of the diverse visual and material cultures of Asia, spanning ancient to contemporary times. Students will examine major artistic traditions across regions including South Asia, East Asia, Southeast Asia, and Central Asia, focusing on art forms such as sculpture, painting, architecture, ceramics, textiles, and digital media. Through thematic studies, students will investigate the cultural, religious, and historical contexts that shaped these works, including the impact of Buddhism, Hinduism, Islam, and Confucianism on artistic production. The course includes a close study of the Arts of Asia collection of the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston and the Asia Society Texas Center.

ARTHI 3360: Arts of Africa

The traditional art of sub-Saharan Africa—its diversity and cultural contexts, as well as its universal aspects. African art is studied in relation to its meaning and function in traditional societies, wherein art has socialized and reinforced religious beliefs, reflected male and female roles, and validated systems of leadership. Covers architecture, sculpture, textiles, paintings, jewelry, and ceramics. The course includes the close study of the Africa collections in the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston and the Menil Collection.

ARTHI 3370: Art and Architecture in the Islamic World

This course offers an introduction to the rich and diverse visual culture of the Islamic world from the 7th century to the present. It explores the development of Islamic art and architecture across key regions, including the Middle East, North Africa, Spain, Central Asia, and South Asia, examining how cultural, religious, and political influences shaped the aesthetic forms and practices of Islamic societies. The course includes a close study of the Art of the Islamic Worlds collection at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston.

ARTHI 3380: Indigenous American Art and Architecture

This course offers a comprehensive exploration of the art of Indigenous peoples from North, Central, and South America, examining artistic expressions from pre-colonial times to the present. Students will study a range of media, including sculpture, textiles, pottery, painting, and architecture, as they trace the cultural, spiritual, and social significance embedded in these works. Through a combination of lectures, visual analysis, and discussions, the course delves into the unique aesthetics, symbolism, and worldviews that characterize Indigenous art across diverse regions and cultures. Students make a close study of the Arts of the Americas and Pacific Northwest Collection at the Menil and the Ancient American Art and Indigenous North American Art Collections at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston.

ARTHI 4300: Study Abroad in Art History

This course offers students the opportunity to experience firsthand the art, architecture, and cultural landmarks of a cities and regions abroad, providing an unparalleled learning experience beyond the traditional classroom setting. Students must apply and received approval from the Art History faculty to enroll in this course.

ARTHI 4315: Impressionism to Post-Impressionism

Begins by considering how impressionism refined and redirected the artistic aims of 19th-century realism, then follows the development of progressive art to the brink of cubism and pure abstraction in the first years of the 20th century. Following impressionism and post-impressionism, close attention is paid to symbolism, aestheticism, art nouveau, the Arts and Crafts movement, fauvism, and expressionism. The aesthetic aims of these movements are analyzed in tandem with the social and cultural conditions that generated them. The course utilizes the extensive impressionist

ARTHI 4325: Cubism to Surrealism

After analyzing the invention of cubism by Picasso and Braque, this course examines its international reverberations, including Italian futurism, the later phases of German expressionism, constructivism in revolutionary Russia, Art Nouveau and the Dadaism. It addresses the tensions in the multiple currents of surrealism: metamorphic, academic, and abject, and then analyzes painting after World War II, from Pollock to Dubuffet, as an extension and transformation of prewar trends. The course utilizes the contemporary arts collections at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, The Menil Collection, and the Contemporary Arts Museum, Houston.

ARTHI 4335: American Art and Architecture

This course provides a comprehensive survey of American art and architecture from the Colonial period to the present. Students will explore the development of distinctly American artistic and architectural styles as they emerged from European influences and evolved to reflect the nation's changing cultural, social, and political landscape. The course will cover major movements and periods including: Colonial art and architecture (17th-18th centuries); Federal and Greek Revival styles (late 18th-early 19th centuries); Hudson River School and American landscape painting, Victorian era and Gilded Age aesthetics, American Impressionism and Realism, Early Modernism and the Ashcan School, Art Deco and Depression-era art, Abstract Expressionism and Post-War Modernism, Pop Art and Minimalism, and Postmodernism and Contemporary movements. The course utilizes the American Art collections at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, The Menil Collection, the Houston Museum of African American Culture, and the Contemporary Arts Museum, Houston.

ARTHI 4345: Iconography of Christian Art (I and II)

An introduction to the symbolic language and modes of expression in Christianity from the Early Christian period to the present. It explores approaches to understand the meaning within images as recorded in scriptural and literary texts as well as local oral tradition.

ARTHI 4355: History of Photography

Chronicles the history of photography's complex and symbiotic relationship to painting, sculpture, architecture, installation, and performance. Beginning with the medium's invention and the early fights of its practitioners to establish themselves as fine artists, describes photographers' unique attempts to negotiate their relationships with both artistic movements and the media culture of which they are a part. Assesses the impact of art movements, cultural attitudes, and new technologies on photographers across the history of the medium. The course also addresses popular forms of photographic imagery, such as advertising, fashion, travel photography, family portraits and snapshots, scientific documents, documentary reform, and photojournalism, and describes the medium's relationship to Western (and global) social history during the modern era. The course utilizes the photography collections at the Houston Center for Photography, the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, The Menil Collection, and the Contemporary Arts Museum, Houston.

ARTHI 4399: Senior Thesis or Capstone Project

The Senior Thesis is a 30-40-page original research paper or project on an advanced topic in Art History or a synthesis of previous coursework, written in close consultation with a faculty advisor. Students may utilize the extensive recourses of the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, The Menil Collection, The Contemporary Arts Museum, Houston, and the many other Museum in the Houston Museum District. Writing a senior thesis provides valuable training in research, organization, and self-expression, which are skills that will be equally useful to students planning careers in journalism, law, business, medicine, or education.

ARTHS 1350: Introduction to the Visual Arts

An understanding of the visual arts through study of their basic principles of design, aesthetics and role in society. Examples of all media are examined are drawn from diverse historical periods, places, and world cultures.

ARTHS 1370: A Cultural Study of Global Art: Politics, Patronage, and the Museum

This course considers concepts and histories of art. Students explore core issues in the discipline of art history: What is art? What is art history? What is a masterpiece? The course addresses cultural factors that shape canons of art history, including notions of originality, genius, skill, inspiration, complexity, beauty, and taste, as well as the roles of art professionals and institutions. Attention is paid to: patronage and the art market, the academy and the museum, and the development of modernism. Beyond engaging with central questions in art history, students learn to analyze the formal aspects of works of art and to interpret them within the historical contexts in which they were made.

ARTHS 3340: Early Medieval Art

A survey of the technological and thematic developments in art and architecture in the late Antique, Early Christian, Byzantine, Carolingian and Ottonian periods. Images are viewed through their religious, political, and cultural contexts.

ARTHS 3341: Late Medieval Art

A survey of Romanesque and Gothic art from the eleventh through the fourteenth century. Included are French pilgrimage churches and cathedrals, sculpture, stained glass windows, manuscripts, and decorative arts as well as medieval civic and religious art in Venice, Sicily, Pisa and Siena.

ARTHS 4191: Internship in Art History

On–the–job experience under the guidance of practicing specialists in the art history field. To be supervised individually by a department faculty member with the approval of the program chair.

ARTHS 4291: Internship in Art History

On–the–job experience under the guidance of practicing specialists in the art history field. To be supervised individually by a department faculty member with the approval of the program chair.

ARTHS 4293: Special Topics in Art History

Upper–division treatment of selected topics of mutual interest to the faculty member and students. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. When offered, see Website course schedule for topic.

ARTHS 4345: Iconography of Christian Art (I and II)

An introduction to the symbolic language and modes of expression in Christianity from the Early Christian period to the present. It explores approaches to understand the meaning within images as recorded in scriptural and literary texts as well as local oral tradition.

ARTHS 4373: Spanish Art: El Greco to Goya

Painting in Spain under the Habsburg and Bourbon monarchies from late 16th c. Mannerism through 17th c. Baroque into 18th & 19th c. Romanticism. El Greco, Velazquez, and Goya are studied in depth as well as others masters of the "Golden Age".

ARTHS 4375: Bernini and Baroque Rome

The sculpture, architecture, and painting of the 17th-century master who made Rome a great Baroque city through his exuberant statues, portraits, churches, chapels, papal tombs, fountains, and extensive architecture and decorations for St. Peter’s.

ARTHS 4391: Internship in Art History

On–the–job experience under the guidance of practicing specialists in the art history field. To be supervised individually by a department faculty member with the approval of the program chair.

ARTHS 4393: Special Topics in Art History

Upper–division treatment of selected topics of mutual interest to the faculty member and students. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. When offered, see Website course schedule for topic.

ARTHS 4395: Michelangelo

The sculpture, painting, and architecture of the great Renaissance master centered in Florence and Rome, including in–depth study of his David, Moses, Pietas, Medici Chapel, Deposition, designs for St. Peter’s and for Rome’s Capitol, and Pauline and Sistine Chapel frescoes.

ARTHS 4493: Special Topics in Art History

Upper–division treatment of selected topics of mutual interest to the faculty member and students. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. When offered, see Website course schedule for topic.

ARTS 1301: Drawing Fundamentals I

Students learn to transpose 3–D objects into 2–D equivalents. While studying the relationships of planes and evaluating proportions, students develop eye, hand and perceptual skills in order to translate these observations to paper. The goals involve the exploration of different representational techniques in black–and–white media and the development of visual awareness and discrimination.

ARTS 1302: Drawing Fundamentals II

Students continue to develop visual and technical skills in various black–and–white media. Color drawing materials are introduced and utilized by applying basic color theory to the drawing process. To create more involved drawings, a wider and more complex range of subject matter is explored, including still life, the figure and landscapes. Prerequisite: ARTS 1301.

ARTS 1303: Design Fundamentals: 2D

Students are introduced to the basic elements specific to working in 2-D. Simply executed problems are directed to help students organize and understand formal issues such as pattern and rhythm as well as the effects of line, shape, value, texture and color on a flat surface. A variety of materials, including colored paper, glue, markers, and paint, is employed to facilitate rapid solutions.

ARTS 1304: Design Fundamentals: 3D

How do you make decisions about form? How do color, scale, mass, line, plane, texture and balance affect the way you see form? How do you apply elements of design to different materials? How can you express emotions, attitudes and ideas with form? The answers to these questions are explored in the context of three-dimensional forms along with the practical application of the elements of design.

ARTS 1305: Photography Fundamentals I

This course is a practical introduction to black-and-white photography. Emphasis is on becoming competent with a 35mm camera, shooting and processing film as well as printing and developing photographs.

ARTS 2301: Beginning Printing: Monoprint I

These course are recommended as an introdyution to the principles and concepts of monoprinting. Monoprinting utilizes a variety of techniques for making unique prints from easily manipulated materials. It includes traditional painting and drawing approaches as well as new technologies that are rewarding for painters or sculptors working from any stylistic approach. Safer products and processes are demonstrated, including printing from photocopies and photosensitive polymers requiring no harmful chemicals. Students work with both black and colored inks. No previous printmaking experience is required. Enrollment is limited. Prerequisites: ARTS 1301 and 1303

ARTS 2302: Beginning Printing: Monoprint II

These course are recommended as an introduction to the principles and concepts of monoprinting. Monoprinting utilizes a variety of techniques for making unique prints from easily manipulated materials. It includes traditional painting and drawing approaches as well as new technologies that are rewarding for painters or sculptors working from any stylistic approach. Safer products and processes are demonstrated, including printing from photocopies and photosensitive polymers requiring no harmful chemicals. Students work with both black and colored inks. No previous printmaking experience is required. Enrollment is limited. Prerequisites: ARTS 1301 and 1303

ARTS 2303: Beginning Printmaking I

Beginning students participate in each of the basic printmaking techniques, including etching, collagraph, lithography and relief, while engaging in a historical study of the development of printmaking. Both individual and group critiques are part of the class format. Prerequisites: ARTS 1301 and 1303

ARTS 2304: Beginning Printmaking II

Beginning students participate in each of the basic printmaking techniques, including etching, collagraph, lithography and relief, while engaging in a historical study of the development of printmaking. Both individual and group critiques are part of the class format. Prerequisites: ARTS 1301 and 1303

ARTS 2305: Beginning Photography I

Students in this course refine black-and-white processing, printing and conceptual skills. Emphasis is placed on becoming more confident and comfortable with the technical aspects of exposures, processing, printing and developing a personal viewpoint.

ARTS 2306: Color I

Projects in this class are designed to address the relativity and interaction of color in the visual arts. Emphasis is on learning by direct perception of color phenomena, with studies on juxtaposition, harmony, and quantity, executed in paint, colored papers, and nontraditional materials. Prerequisites: ARTS 1301 and 1303

ARTS 2307: Color II

Projects in this class are designed to address the relativity and interaction of color in the visual arts. Emphasis is on learning by direct perception of color phenomena, with studies on juxtaposition, harmony, and quantity, executed in paint, colored papers, and nontraditional materials. Prerequisites: ARTS 1301 and 1303

ARTS 2308: Beginning Photography II

Students in this course refine black–and–white processing, printing and conceptual skills. Emphasis is placed on becoming more confident and comfortable with the technical aspects of exposures, processing, printing and developing a personal viewpoint.

ARTS 2310: Life Drawing I

Students concentrate on representing the human figure in a variety of passive and active poses while focusing on balance, movement, proportion, volume, depth and an anatomically convincing account of the figure. Short poses teach a quick, intuitive grasp of anatomy; long poses allow for more careful analysis of the human form. In the second semester, students explore varied media and additional techniques. Students are required to attend a weekly three–hour lab on Fridays, 9:30 am – 12:30 p.m., or on Saturdays, 9:30 am– 12:30 p.m., providing additional time to work from the model. Prerequisites: ARTS 1301 and 1303

ARTS 2311: Life Drawing II

Students concentrate on representing the human figure in a variety of passive and active poses while focusing on balance, movement, proportion, volume, depth and an anatomically convincing account of the figure. Short poses teach a quick, intuitive grasp of anatomy; long poses allow for more careful analysis of the human form. In the second semester, students explore varied media and additional techniques. Students are required to attend a weekly three–hour lab on Fridays, 9:30 am – 12:30 p.m., or on Saturdays, 9:30 am – 12:30 p.m., providing additional time to work from the model. Prerequisites: ARTS 1301 and 1303

ARTS 2312: Drawing & Painting the Human Head I

An intensive exploration of the possibilities presented in portraiture, in which students may choose to work with a range of media: graphite, charcoal, watercolor, acrylic, or oil. Emphasis is on individual interpretation. Demonstrations, museum visits, and critiques support the course goals. Weekly three–hour labs on Friday, 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., or on Sunday, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m., provide additional time to work from the model. Prerequisites: ARTS 1301 and 1303

ARTS 2313: Drawing & Paintng the Human Head II

An intensive exploration of the possibilities presented in portraiture, in which students may choose to work with a range of media: graphite, charcoal, watercolor, acrylic, or oil. Emphasis is on individual interpretation. Demonstrations, museum visits, and critiques support the course goals. Weekly three–hour labs on Friday, 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., or on Sunday, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m., provide additional time to work from the model. Prerequisites: ARTS 1301 and 1303

ARTS 2316: Digital Photography Fundamentals I

This practical, one semester introduction to digital photography prepares students for all future digital photography courses. Emphasis is placed on becoming competent with an SLR digital camera, composition, color space, shooting, and how to store and save digital files. Basic printing is also covered. Bring your SLR digital camera to the first class meeting.

ARTS 2317: Digital Photography Fundamentals II

Students will continue to refine their digital photography skills while improving creativity in composition and developing personal viewpoints. This course is a more in-depth study on lighting, printing, camera RAW and different types of photography, such as portraiture, still life, or landscape. Emphasis is on improving skill in camera operation, composition, and personal concept. The computers will only be used for basic printing and RAW processing procedures. Prerequisites: ARTS 3317

ARTS 2320: Painting Fundamentals I

These courses familiarize students with the capacity of paint, impart technical proficiency and encourage personal vision. Problems are calculated to explore the formal elements of painting as well as the nature and versatility of the medium. Studio work primarily refers to setups, and critical dialogue figures largely in the process of learning how to paint. Prerequisites: ARTS 1301 and 1303

ARTS 2321: Painting Fundamentals II

These courses familiarize students with the capacity of paint, impart technical proficiency and encourage personal vision. Problems are calculated to explore the formal elements of painting as well as the nature and versatility of the medium. Studio work primarily refers to setups, and critical dialogue figures largely in the process of learning how to paint. Prerequisites: ARTS 1301 and 1303

ARTS 2330: Sculpture Fundamentals I

This course familiarizes students with concepts of contemporary sculpture and with a variety of sculptural media such as wood, clay and plaster. Problems are formulated to explore various aesthetic and conceptual styles and techniques. Although the course format includes slide presentations as well as individual group critiques, the focus is on working in the studio. Prerequisites: ARTS 1301

ARTS 2331: Sculpture Fundamentals II

This course familiarizes students with concepts of contemporary sculpture and with a variety of sculptural media such as wood, clay and plaster. Problems are formulated to explore various aesthetic and conceptual styles and techniques. Although the course format includes slide presentations as well as individual group critiques, the focus is on working in the studio. Prerequisites: ARTS 1301

ARTS 2332: Beginning Sculpture and Material Processes

The goal of this course is to acquaint students with the material and processes typically used in the course of sculpture making. The emphasis of this course is focused on the relationships between sculptural materials and sculptural design. Traditional material and tools are demonstrated, such as fabricating and mold-making while encouraging students to experiment to suit their own artistic goals.

ARTS 2340: Ceramic Fundamentals I

This course provide exposure to the tools, techniques and vocabulary of clay as a design medium through lectures, demonstrations and participation. Emphasis is on problem-solving in clay as investigated through traditional hand-building and wheel-throwing techniques.

ARTS 2341: Ceramic Fundamentals II

This course provide exposure to the tools, techniques and vocabulary of clay as a design medium through lectures, demonstrations and participation. Emphasis is on problem-solving in clay as investigated through traditional hand-building and wheel-throwing techniques.

ARTS 2350: Collage and Assemblage I

Focusing on collage and assemblage as a means of expression, projects include working with paper, paint, photocopy, fabric, wood and found objects and are begun in the classroom and finished independently. The class format includes viewing slides and taking field trips to stimulate discussion of multimedia artists. Students are exposed to comprehensive thinking, creativity and originality.

ARTS 2351: Collage and Assemblage II

Focusing on collage and assemblage as a means of expression, projects include working with paper, paint, photocopy, fabric, wood and found objects and are begun in the classroom and finished independently. The class format includes viewing slides and taking field trips to stimulate discussion of multimedia artists. Students are exposed to comprehensive thinking, creativity and originality.

ARTS 2360: Jewelry Fundamentals I

The first semester (2360) includes an in-depth approach to acquiring basic skills used in the fabrication of nonferrous metals (copper, brass, nickel, sterling, gold). The progression of techniques from sawing, riveting, soldering and bezel stone-setting to refining is combined with the development of design and aesthetic consideration. The second semester (2361) surveys a variety of casting processes, such as cuttlebone, investing, burnout and clean-up. Emphasis is on matrix selection and form/textural development. Integration of elements with other forms and processes is stressed.

ARTS 2361: Jewelry Fundamentals II

The first semester (2360) includes an in-depth approach to acquiring basic skills used in the fabrication of nonferrous metals (copper, brass, nickel, sterling, gold). The progression of techniques from sawing, riveting, soldering and bezel stone-setting to refining is combined with the development of design and aesthetic consideration. The second semester (2361) surveys a variety of casting processes, such as cuttlebone, investing, burnout and clean-up. Emphasis is on matrix selection and form/textural development. Integration of elements with other forms and processes is stressed.

ARTS 2362: Beginning Enameling I

The first semester of this course (2362) focuses on the techniques of stencil, graffito and cloisonne, exposing the beginning student to a wide range of enameling approaches. The second semester (2363) introduces etching techniques for two projects: one on silver and one on copper, using the compleve technique. A third project includes enameling on a chased or etched surface, or basse-taille. Prerequisites: ARTS 1301

ARTS 2363: Beginning Enameling II

The first semester of this course (2362) focuses on the techniques of stencil, graffito and cloisonne, exposing the beginning student to a wide range of enameling approaches. The second semester (2363) introduces etching techniques for two projects: one on silver and one on copper, using the compleve technique. A third project includes enameling on a chased or etched surface, or basse-taille. Prerequisites: ARTS 1301

ARTS 2395: Beginning Book Arts
I

Participants execute one of a kind examples of both adhesive and non–adhesive bindings. Book construction techniques include concertina, pamphlet, album, and swen signature formats with hard and soft covers. Decorative techniques include making paste papers and water–based Japanese marbling. During the second semester (2396) students refine their comprehension of the various adhesive and non–adhesive structures. Simple text and imaging possibilities are introduced. Emphasis is on design and content. Some materials are provided. Limited enrollment.

ARTS 3301: Intermediate Printing: Monoprint I

Students address more complex techniques and consider content of their personal style. While building a coherent body of work, they learn to combine various processes in ways that capitalize on the possibilities inherent in the medium as they apply to the student's rate of expression. Prerequisites: ARTS 1301 and 1303

ARTS 3302: Intermediate Printing: Monoprint II

Students address more complex techniques and consider content of their personal style. While building a coherent body of work, they learn to combine various processes in ways that capitalize on the possibilities inherent in the medium as they apply to the student's rate of expression. Prerequisites: ARTS 1301 and 1303

ARTS 3303: Intermediate Printmaking I

Intermediate students are exposed to a broader range of techniques and image–making possibilities in print media. Both individual and group critiques are part of the class format. Prerequisites: ARTS 1301 and 1303

ARTS 3304: Intermediate Printmaking II

Intermediate students are exposed to a broader range of techniques and image–making possibilities in print media. Both individual and group critiques are part of the class format. Prerequisites: ARTS 1301 and 1303

ARTS 3305: Intermediate Photography I

This course emphasizes the use of photography as a vehicle for personal vision and expression, using technical, conceptual and perceptual approaches. Individual and group critiques are conducted.

ARTS 3308: Intermediate Photography II

This course emphasizes the use of photography as a vehicle for personal vision and expression, using technical, conceptual and perceptual approaches. Individual and group critiques are conducted.

ARTS 3310: Intermediate Life Drawing I

These courses are designed for those students who have completed at least two semesters of figure drawing and wish to continue with this wonderfully elastic imagery. The studio time is structured to include longer, more complex poses, Allowing students to create drawings that are not only more fully developed but also include more advanced media control, both wet and dry. The class format includes slide lectures, gallery visits and ongoing critiques in addition to working from the model for up to six hours per week. Prerequisites: ARTS 1301 and 1303

ARTS 3311: Intermediate Life Drawing II

These courses are designed for those students who have completed at least two semesters of figure drawing and wish to continue with this wonderfully elastic imagery. The studio time is structured to include longer, more complex poses, Allowing students to create drawings that are not only more fully developed but also include more advanced media control, both wet and dry. The class format includes slide lectures, gallery visits and ongoing critiques in addition to working from the model for up to six hours per week. Prerequisites: ARTS 1301 and 1303

ARTS 3313: Intermediate Drawing II

Second semester students continue to build skills while working on individual projects investigating in-depth the topics addressed in the first semester.

ARTS 3316: Intermediate Photography: Photoshop and Digital Imaging for Photographers I

This computer-based course introduces the process of digitally manipulating photographic images using Adobe Photoshop, the most complete and professional software for digital imaging. This course focuses on basic image and color enhancement; provides a proper foundation for any practice utilizing digital images; teaches good practices for refining digital images and show how digital media open up new possibilities of expression. Students must have access to and operating knowledge of a digital or film camera. Computer-imaging experience is helpful, but not necessary. Basic maneuvers to operate within a computer-based environment will be covered as needed. The digital lab is outfitted with a PC platform. Enrollment is limited. Prerequisite: ARTS 1305 or permission of the instructor.

ARTS 3317: Intermediate Photography: Photoshop and Digital Imaging for Photographers II

This course refines skills learned in ARTS 3316 while introducing techniques for major image manipulation and digital image construction. Emphasis is placed on broadening technical knowledge while developing personal viewpoints and departures for investigation. Critiques have greater importance and impact, as students explore no only their artistic potential within digital media, but their personal agenda in producing images. Enrollment is limited. Prerequisite: ARTS 3316

ARTS 3318: Photoshop for Studio Artists I

In this course, students explore the multitude of ways that computers can enhance art. Although basic computer skills will be developed, emphasis will be placed on conceptualizing and creating artwork with the assistance of the computer. This class is not only about Photoshop, but about using software and the Internet to assist with handmade art. All students must be working in studio classes at the intermediate level or above. Participants must have a laptop and Adobe Photoshop Elements of the full version of Adobe Photoshop. Basic computer skills are necessary.

ARTS 3319: Photoshop for Studio Artists II

Continuing ideas explored in ARTS 3318, this course allows students to explore digital imaging software in more depth. The assignments are again conceptual in nature and unigue to the computer. Students use computers and software to conceive ideas, but the output remains traditional media such as painting, drawing, watercolor, sculpture, and printmaking. Ultimately, the goal is for students to think of the computer as a personal studio assistant, using it to enhance their personal art practice. Prerequisites: ARTS 3318and the permission of the instructor.

ARTS 3320: Intermediate Painting I

Intermediate painting presents a balance of technical and conceptual approaches in the development of painting. A wide variety of problems presented in class are individually directed. A review of fundamental procedures is considered when necessary, and emphasis is placed on individual growth and expansion. Prerequisites: ARTS 1301 and 1303

ARTS 3321: Intermediate Painting II

Intermediate painting presents a balance of technical and conceptual approaches in the development of painting. A wide variety of problems presented in class are individually directed. A review of fundamental procedures is considered when necessary, and emphasis is placed on individual growth and expansion. Prerequisites: ARTS 1301 and 1303

ARTS 3322: Inter Painting I-Abstract Painting Essentials

This course series is for students who wish to explore the generative ideas underlying abstract art. Each week a new theme is introduced through slide presentation. Students work at home in any medium and bring their work weekly for discussion and critique. Prerequisites: ARTS 1301 and 1303

ARTS 3323: Inter Painting II-Abstract Painting Essentials

This course series is for students who wish to explore the generative ideas underlying abstract art. Each week a new theme is introduced through slide presentation. Students work at home in any medium and bring their work weekly for discussion and critique. Prerequisites: ARTS 1301 and 1303

ARTS 3328: Drawing Realistically I

These courses give intermediate students interested in drawing more time to explore both technical drawing techniques and to further their interests in their imagery development. Both traditional, as well as non-traditional drawing mediums will be covered. The emphasis of this class will be on the literal depiction of objects. Students will work on several long drawings over the course of the semester with a range of goals to further their artistic advancement. Prerequisites: ARTS 1302 and ARTS 1303.

ARTS 3329: Drawing Realistically II

These courses give intermediate students interested in drawing more time to explore both technical drawing techniques and to further their interests in their imagery development. Both traditional, as well as non-traditional drawing mediums will be covered. The emphasis of this class will be on the literal depiction of objects. Students will work on several long drawings over the course of the semester with a range of goals to further their artistic advancement. Prerequisites: ARTS 1302 and ARTS 1303.

ARTS 3337: Intermediate Figure Sculpture I

Beginning students are introduced to sculpting the human figure by working from live models to explore anatomy and to extend the study of the human form into three dimensions. Sculpture projects focus on individual parts of the body as well as full figures. Students learn to create armatures to support clay figures and to create molds for casting clay sculptures into plaster and other durable materials. More experienced students work on projects that extend their knowledge of translating the figure both anatomically and expressively. The learning process is enhanced through viewing slides and figurative sculpture from the MFAH collections.

ARTS 3338: Intermediate Figure Sculpture II

Beginning students are introduced to sculpting the human figure by working from live models to explore anatomy and to extend the study of the human form into three dimensions. Sculpture projects focus on individual parts of the body as well as full figures. Students learn to create armatures to support clay figures and to create molds for casting clay sculptures into plaster and other durable materials. More experienced students work on projects that extend their knowledge of translating the figure both anatomically and expressively. The learning process is enhanced through viewing slides and figurative sculpture from the MFAH collections.

ARTS 3340: Intermediate Ceramics I

This course offers participants an opportunity to meld their creative abilities with the ceramics process. Students learn to refine ideas while studying glaze materials, glaze formulations, and the procedures of kiln loading and firing. More complex building and throwing techniques, such as repetitive and extended throwing, mold– making and the demands of large–scale construction are included. Prerequisites: ARTS 1301

ARTS 3341: Intermediate Ceramics II

This course offers participants an opportunity to meld their creative abilities with the ceramics process. Students learn to refine ideas while studying glaze materials, glaze formulations, and the procedures of kiln loading and firing. More complex building and throwing techniques, such as repetitive and extended throwing, mold– making and the demands of large–scale construction are included. Prerequisites: ARTS 1301

ARTS 3346: Intermediate Ceramics: Hand-building I

In this two-semester course, students enhance their hand-building skills and learn alternative building processes. Projects include building with solid clay, constructing with extrusions, and working on individual projects. In addition, there is an emphasis on glazemaking, specifically related to ceramic sculptural surfaces. Prerequisite: ARTS 2341

ARTS 3347: Intermediate Ceramics: Hand-building II

In this two-semester course, students enhance their hand-building skills and learn alternative building processes. Projects include building with solid clay, constructing with extrusions, and working on individual projects. In addition, there is an emphasis on glazemaking, specifically related to ceramic sculptural surfaces. Prerequisite: ARTS 2341

ARTS 3348: Intermediate Ceramics: Wheel-Throwing I

In this two semester course students continue to develop their wheel-throwing skills. A focus is placed on vessels with multiple components such as handles, lids, and spouts. Additionally, students learn to increase the scale of their vessels as well as to use alternative firing techniques. Prerequisite: ARTS 2341

ARTS 3349: Intermediate Ceramics: Wheel-Throwing II

In this two semester course students continue to develop their wheel-throwing skills. A focus is placed on vessels with multiple components such as handles, lids, and spouts. Additionally, students learn to increase the scale of their vessels as well as to use alternative firing techniques. Prerequisite: ARTS 2341

ARTS 3380: Intermediate Watercolor I

These courses review the concepts of composition and color, and introduce new technical approaches are introduced. Students are encouraged to develop disciplined studio practice, with personally expressive images as the goal. Prerequisites: ARTS 1301 and 1303

ARTS 3381: Intermediate Watercolor II

These courses review the concepts of composition and color, and introduce new technical approaches are introduced. Students are encouraged to develop disciplined studio practice, with personally expressive images as the goal. Prerequisites: ARTS 1301 and 1303

ARTS 3397: Intermediate Bookbinding II

Students work toward a further refinement of technical procedures with a focus on visual content. Both individual and group critiques are part of the class format.

ARTS 4191: Internship in Studio Arts

Practicum or on–the–job experience under the guidance of practicing specialists in the field. To be supervised individually by a department faculty member with the approval of the program chair.

ARTS 4291: Internship in Studio Arts

Practicum or on–the–job experience under the guidance of practicing specialists in the field. To be supervised individually by a department faculty member with the approval of the program chair.

ARTS 4301: Advanced Printing: Monoprint I

Students address more complex techniques and consider content of their personal style. While building a coherent body of work, they learn to combine various processes in ways that capitalize on the possibilities inherent in the medium as they apply to the student's rate of expression. Prerequisites: ARTS 1301 and 1303

ARTS 4302: Advanced Printing: Monoprint II

Students address more complex techniques and consider content of their personal style. While building a coherent body of work, they learn to combine various processes in ways that capitalize on the possibilities inherent in the medium as they apply to the student's rate of expression. Prerequisites: ARTS 1301 and 1303

ARTS 4303: Advanced Printmaking I

Advanced students work toward a further refinement of technical procedures with a focus on visual content. Both individual and group critiques are part of the class format. Prerequisites: ARTS 1301 and 1303

ARTS 4304: Advanced Printmaking II

Advanced students work toward a further refinement of technical procedures with a focus on visual content. Both individual and group critiques are part of the class format. Prerequisites: ARTS 1301 and 1303

ARTS 4305: Advanced Photography I

This course emphasizes photography as a vehicle for personal vision and expression, with technical, conceptual and perceptual ideas related. Individual and group critiques are conducted. Prerequisite: permission of faculty member.

ARTS 4306: Advanced Photography II

This course emphasizes photography as a vehicle for personal vision and expression, with technical, conceptual and perceptual ideas related. Individual and group critiques are conducted. Prerequisite: permission of faculty member.

ARTS 4310: Advanced Life Drawing I

These courses are designed for those students who have completed at least two semesters of figure drawing and wish to continue with this wonderfully elastic imagery. The studio time is structured to include longer, more complex poses, Allowing students to create drawings that are not only more fully developed but also include more advanced media control, both wet and dry. The class format includes slide lectures, gallery visits and ongoing critiques in addition to working from the model for up to six hours per week. Prerequisites: ARTS 1301 and 1303

ARTS 4311: Advanced Life Drawing II

These courses are designed for those students who have completed at least two semesters of figure drawing and wish to continue with this wonderfully elastic imagery. The studio time is structured to include longer, more complex poses, Allowing students to create drawings that are not only more fully developed but also include more advanced media control, both wet and dry. The class format includes slide lectures, gallery visits and ongoing critiques in addition to working from the model for up to six hours per week. Prerequisites: ARTS 1301 and 1303

ARTS 4312: Advanced Drawing I

Advanced Drawing is a two semester course which investigates contemporary drawing practices and theory such as how drawing relates to other media such as installation, performance, photography and new technologies. Class time will be devoted to presentations, critiques, and engage in research of historical and contemporary artists. Students are expected to work outside of designated class time to completion their work.

ARTS 4313: Advanced Drawing II

Advanced Drawing is a two semester course which investigates contemporary drawing practices and theory such as how drawing relates to other media such as installation, performance, photography and new technologies. Class time will be devoted to presentations, critiques, and engage in research of historical and contemporary artists. Students are expected to work outside of designated class time to completen their work. Second semester students continue their investigations working on independent projects in consultation with the instructor.

ARTS 4316: Advanced Photography: Digital Emphasis I

This course emphasizes but is not limited to, the use of digital media as a vehicle for personal artistic investigation and expression. Students employ technical, conceptual, and perceptual approaches to realize individual agendas and explore their disciplines. The course structure is similar to independent study, yet includes the benefits of a classroom environment along with individual and group critiques. Prerequisite: ARTS 3317 or permission of instructor.

ARTS 4320: Advanced Painting I

Students are encouraged to develop their own projects and personal directions in this combination of intensive, independent studio work and ongoing guidance and critique. Prerequisites: ARTS 1301 and 1303

ARTS 4321: Advanced Painting II

Students are encouraged to develop their own projects and personal directions in this combination of intensive, independent studio work and ongoing guidance and critique. Prerequisites: ARTS 1301 and 1303

ARTS 4322: Advanced Painting I-Abstract Painting Essentials

This course series is for students who wish to explore the generative ideas underlying abstract art. Each week a new theme is introduced through slide presentation. Students work at home in any medium and bring their work weekly for discussion and critique. Prerequisites: ARTS 1301 and 1303

ARTS 4323: Advanced Painting II-Abstract Painting Essentials

This course series is for students who wish to explore the generative ideas underlying abstract art. Each week a new theme is introduced through slide presentation. Students work at home in any medium and bring their work weekly for discussion and critique. Prerequisites: ARTS 1301 and 1303

ARTS 4326: Advanced 3-D Critique

This critique course is designed for advanced students working in a 3-D media including sculpture, jewelry, or ceramic. The course provides an environment for constructive feedback and critique by faculty as well as outside members of the Houston community. As this is a critique course, the work discussed will be created outside the classroom.

ARTS 4327: Advanced 3-D Critique

This critique course is designed for advanced students working in a 3-D media including sculpture, jewelry, or ceramic. The course provides an environment for constructive feedback and critique by faculty as well as outside members of the Houston community. As this is a critique course, the work discussed will be created outside the classroom.

ARTS 4328: Advanced Drawing Realistically I

Advanced students will be encouraged to continue the realistic drawing techniques learned at the intermediate level, but with a focus on combining mediums together to further the realism of the drawings through the use of texture. The three long drawings will be based around a theme chosen by the student. Students will learn how to incorporate their drawing skills and drawing mediums with their conceptual goals to produce their finished drawings. Prerequisites: ARTS 1302, 1303 and 3315.

ARTS 4329: Advanced Drawing Realistically II

Advanced students will be encouraged to continue the realistic drawing techniques learned at the intermediate level, but with a focus on combining mediums together to further the realism of the drawings through the use of texture. The three long drawings will be based around a theme chosen by the student. Students will learn how to incorporate their drawing skills and drawing mediums with their conceptual goals to produce their finished drawings. Prerequisites: ARTS 1302, 1303 and 3315.

ARTS 4333: Advanced Sculpture I Mixed Media

This course includes a wider variety of media, and addresses issues of format, that are tailored to particular interests. Individual and group critiques as well as slide presentations support the primary focus, which is the production of work in the studio. Prerequisites: ARTS 1301

ARTS 4334: Advanced Sculpture II Mixed Media

This course includes a wider variety of media, and addresses issues of format, that are tailored to particular interests. Individual and group critiques as well as slide presentations support the primary focus, which is the production of work in the studio. Prerequisites: ARTS 1301

ARTS 4340: Advanced Ceramics I

After consultation with the course faculty member, advanced students propose a self–directed course of study involving ceramics as a medium for visual expression. Topics discussed are the student’s goals and direction, methods of presentation, self–evaluation and critical review. Prerequisites: ARTS 1301

ARTS 4341: Advanced Ceramics II

After consultation with the course faculty member, advanced students propose a self–directed course of study involving ceramics as a medium for visual expression. Topics discussed are the student’s goals and direction, methods of presentation, self–evaluation and critical review. Prerequisites: ARTS 1301

ARTS 4360: Advanced Jewelry I

This level includes a variety of fabrication techniques and form treatments, such as forging, raising, mechanisms, and granulation. Among the various projects is the concept of a container. Individual development is emphasized as concepts, content and processes are combined. Prerequisites: ARTS 1301

ARTS 4361: Advanced Jewelry II

This level includes a variety of fabrication techniques and form treatments, such as forging, raising, mechanisms, and granulation. Among the various projects is the concept of a container. Individual development is emphasized as concepts, content and processes are combined. Prerequisites: ARTS 1301

ARTS 4380: Advanced Watercolor I

This course develops a keener understanding of watercolor, introduce new techniques and encourage experimental approaches suitable to the current aesthetic climate. Style grows out of experience with the medium; ideally, unique temperaments, personalities, and skills will foster works of individual expression. Prerequisites: ARTS 1301 and 1303

ARTS 4381: Advanced Watercolor II

This course develops a keener understanding of watercolor, introduce new techniques and encourage experimental approaches suitable to the current aesthetic climate. Style grows out of experience with the medium; ideally, unique temperaments, personalities, and skills will foster works of individual expression. Prerequisites: ARTS 1301 and 1303

ARTS 4391: Internship in Studio Arts

Practicum or on–the–job experience under the guidance of practicing specialists in the field. To be supervised individually by a department faculty member with the approval of the program chair.

ARTS 4394: Advanced 2-D Critique

This critique course is designed for advanced 2D students in any area trying to push their practices fonvard through ongoing feedback and critique. Students have access to the thoughts and opinions of two different faculty members on alternate weeks. As in any critique class, work discussed is made independently outside the classroom. The intense focus of this course allows students to grow their work substantially.

ARTS 4395: Advanced 2-D Critique II

This critique course is designed for advanced 2D students in any area trying to push their practices fonvard through ongoing feedback and critique. Students have access to the thoughts and opinions of two different faculty members on alternate weeks. As in any critique class, work discussed is made independently outside the classroom. The intense focus of this course allows students to grow their work substantially.

ARTS 4396: Advanced Bookbinding I

Students work on products designed in consultation with the instructor and executed independently. Aesthetic and technical advice is provided during individual and group critiques.

ARTS 4397: Advanced Bookbinding II

Students work toward a further refinement of technical procedures with a focus on visual content. Both individual and group critiques are part of the class format.

ARTS 4398: Professional Practices, Preparing to Exhibit Seminar

Advanced students have an opportunity to discuss and critique the issues involved in how and when to exhibit their work, whether selecting from a body of existing images or determining the conceptual scope and media parameters of new work. This course also examines the range of choices governing installation preparation and design; documenting work; approaching gallery directors; and writing proposals, or artist’s statements. Required course for all senior BA/BFA students. Prerequisite: a working knowledge, at the advanced level, of 2–D and/or 3–D media.

ARTS 4698: Senior Project

A tutorial seminar in which an BFA students continue a comprehensive two-semester capstone project of creative work formulated and executed by the student under the supervision of a Glassell Studio School faculty adviser designated in accordance with the direction of the student's interest. Upon completion students present their work and their ideas about their work to a faculty committee. This review affords graduation students the opportunity to analyze and summarize their work, and to engage a faculty committee in discussion about issues that face an artist preparing to enter a career in art. An exhibition of selected work, done in the project, is expected of each student. Enrollment in this course is limited to and required of all BFA seniors.

ARTS 4699: Senior Project Concept and Practice

A tutorial seminar in which an BFA students continue a comprehensive two-semester capstone project of creative work formulated and executed by the student under the supervision of a Glassell Studio School faculty adviser designated in accordance with the direction of the student's interest. Upon completion students present their work and their ideas about their work to a faculty committee. This review affords graduation students the opportunity to analyze and summarize their work, and to engage a faculty committee in discussion about issues that face an artist preparing to enter a career in art. An exhibition of selected work, done in the project, is expected of each student. Enrollment in this course is limited to and required of all BFA seniors.

CLASS 1302: Intro to Biblical Greek II

Continuation of Biblical Greek I: reading biblical texts; emphasis on continued vocabulary building and understanding of more complex grammatical points. Spring, odd years. Offered at the St. Mary's Seminary campus only.

CLASS 1303: Intro Biblical Hebrew I

For those with no background in the language. Emphasis on basic grammar, syntax and vocabulary building to enable the student to read biblical texts. Fall, odd years. Offered at the St. Mary's Seminary campus only.

CLASS 2336: Classical Archaeology

A chronological overview of selected sites in the ancient Greek and Roman world investigating the pertinent archaeological findings and their significance in the shaping of our understanding of classical culture. Provision is made for interested students to do summer archaeology in Italy and Greece.

CLASS 4183: Special Topics in Latin

Upper–division treatment of selected topics of mutual interest to the faculty member and students. Prerequisite: permission of program chair.

CLASS 4193: Special Topics in Greek

Upper–division treatment of selected topics of mutual interest to the faculty member and student. Prerequisite: permission of program chair.

CLASS 4283: Special Topics in Latin

Upper–division treatment of selected topics of mutual interest to the faculty member and students. Prerequisite: permission of program chair.

CLASS 4320: Greek Mythology: Literature and the Evolution of Myth

This course explores he impact of literature on the development and interpretation of Ancient Greek mythology. In addition to a study of the traditional stories and characters of Greek mythology, this course will examine how ancient poets and playwrights used myth to explore the relationship between human beings and the divine.

CLASS 4321: Greek Tragedy

This course examines the nature of Greek Tragedy, its impact on the ancient Greek world, and its ability to serve as a means to explore such essential questions as human mortality, the relationship between fate and free-will, and humanity's relationship with the divine.

CLASS 4333: Love from Ovid to Aquinas

The goal of this course is to examine the transformation of the classical concept of love depicted in Ovid to the Christian concept as expressed by Augustine, Bernard of Clairvaux, and Thomas Aquinas. All readings will be in Latin.

CLASS 4334: Heroes and Saints

This course will examine the relationship between the classical hero and the Christian saint. By reading passages from Classical and Christian Latin, students will learn both the similarities and differences between these two celebrated groups.

CLASS 4335: The Stoic and the Saint

Does happiness consist in autonomy or is grace required? This course will examine two responses to this question by comparing the letters of the stoic Seneca and the writings of St. Augustine.

CLASS 4345: Eros and Agape

This course will examine the complex nature of love in the classical world. Students will explore the similarities and key differences between classical eros and Christian agape.

CLASS 4383: Special Topics in Latin

Upper–division treatment of selected topics of mutual interest to the faculty member and students. Prerequisite: permission of program chair.

CLASS 4393: Special Topics in Greek

Upper–division treatment of selected topics of mutual interest to the faculty member and student. Prerequisite: permission of program chair.

CLASS 4483: Special Topics in Latin

Upper–division treatment of selected topics of mutual interest to the faculty member and students. Prerequisite: permission of program chair.

CLASS 4493: Special Topics in Greek

Upper–division treatment of selected topics of mutual interest to the faculty member and student. Prerequisite: permission of program chair.

CLASS 5331: Latin for Graduate Study I

This course begins an introduction to Latin grammar, at a level oriented towards the study of Latin philosophical and theological texts in graduate studies.

CLASS 5332: Latin for Graduate Study II

This course completes an introduction to Latin grammar, at a level oriented towards the study of Latin philosophical and theological texts in grammar studies.

CLASS 5335: The Stoic and the Saint

Does happiness consist in autonomy or is grace required? This course will examine two responses to this question by comparing the letters of the stoic Seneca and the writings of St. Augustine.

CRTW 6300: Graduate Poetry Workshop

Course will be devoted to the exploration of craft techniques and revision processes of poetry with student drafts as the primary texts and the workshop model of compliment and critique as the mode of education.

CRTW 6301: Graduate Fiction Workshop

Course will be devoted to the exploration of craft techniques and revision processes of fiction with student drafts as the primary texts and the workshop model of compliment and critique as the mode of education.

CRTW 6302: The Craft of Poetry

An introduction to the theory and practice of prosody with particular attention to stanzaic and genre forms. Students will compose poems in the various forms that compose the English Poetic Tradition.

CRTW 6303: Art & Metaphysics of Fiction

Study of the art and philosophy of Fiction and Dramatic Narrative ranging from the concrete and practical to the metaphysical, grounded in such texts as: Aristotle’s Poetics; Flannery O’Connor’s Mystery and Manners; William Lynch’s Christ and Apollo: The Dimensions of the Literary Imagination; Caroline Gordon’s How to Read a Novel; Charles Baxter's The Art of Subtext; Joan Silber's The Art of Time in Fiction; James Wood’s How Fiction Works; Douglas Bauer’s The Stuff of Fiction: Advice on Craft

CRTW 6304: Non-Fiction Writing Workshop

Course will be devoted to the exploration of craft techniques and revision processes of non-fiction with student drafts as the primary texts and the workshop model of compliment and critique as the mode of education.

CRTW 6305: The Philosophy of Art & Beauty

This course grant students a philosophical understanding of the nature of beauty, the nature of art, and the relationship between the two. Possible texts include: Plato’s Symposium; Pseudo-Dionysius; Jacques Maritain’s Art and Scholasticism; Etienne Gilson’s Arts of the Beautiful;

CRTW 6309: European Catholic Literary Revival

Study of major European literary works which embody, in exemplary ways, what makes the Catholic imagination distinctive, expansive, beautiful, and true. Catholic literary tradition. Prospective authors include: Leon Bloy, Georges Bernanos, Paul Claudel, T.S. Eliot, Francois Mauriac, Gerard Manley Hopkins, Muriel Spark, Evelyn Waugh, J.RR. Tolkien, Chesterton, and Sigrid Undset.

CRTW 6310: Catholic Imagination in Modern American Literature

A study of the major American writers of the Catholic Literary Revival and the contemporary authors who succeeded them. Prospective authors include: George Santayana, Allen Tate, Robert Lowell, Caroline Gordon, Flannery O’Connor, Thomas Merton, Walker Percy, J.F. Powers, Helen Pinkerton, John Finlay, Alice McDermott, Christopher Beha, and Dana Gioia.

CRTW 6315: Style and Form in Literary Non-Fiction

Introduction to classical and modern rhetoric, elements and refinement of style, and the various genres of literary non-fiction, including journalism, essay, review, biography, critical or historical study, and memoir.

CRTW 6317: Residency in Literary Non-Fiction and Memoir

An intensive course consisting primarily of a 10-day residency, during which time students convene for morning workshops in their chosen genres (poetry, fiction, or literary non-fiction and memoir); engage in an intensive afternoon seminar on an annual theme (e.g. major authors in contemporary literature; Catholic literature of eastern Europe, Africa, and Asia; the Sacramental imagination); and attend evening lectures and readings by distinguished writers and scholars complementary of the seminar theme.

CS 5320: Educating the Human Person

Explores the Catholic understanding of the human person with a view towards implications for pedagogy. This course examines many aspects of human nature: the unity of soul and body, sensation, emotion, thought, free choice, and habits.

CS 5321: The Catholic School

This course focuses on what a Catholic school is, what makes it distinctive, what rule it plays in the Church and the lives of families, and how all of that affects the way teachers approach their various subjects.

DANC 1300: Ballet I

This entry-level studio course establishes the fundamentals of Ballet technique in the student dancer, including body alignment, technical skills, performance skills, and vocabulary.

DANC 1301: Ballet I

This entry-level studio course establishes the fundamentals of Ballet technique in the student dancer, including body alignment, technical skills, performance skills, and vocabulary.

DANC 1310: Modern Dance I

This is an introductory course in the fundamentals of modern dance technique. Students will learn from a variety of modern dance techniques and practices to prepare and train the body, and utilize this learning in movement sequences that will emphasize that articulation and coordination of body parts, rhythm, musicality and expression.

DANC 1311: Modern Dance I

This is an introductory course in the fundamentals of modern dance technique. Students will learn from a variety of modern dance techniques and practices to prepare and train the body, and utilize this learning in movement sequences that will emphasize that articulation and coordination of body parts, rhythm, musicality and expression.

DANC 1320: Global Dance Techniques I

This is an introductory course in the fundamentals of global dance forms. This is a studio-based technique course in which students will learn the aesthetics, theory and practice of global dance forms, such as Flamenco, Ballet Folkloriko, African Dance Forms, or Classical Indian Dance. Students will be encouraged to investigate how the body is used as a tool for expression and definition of cultural voice within the discipline studied.

DANC 1321: Global Dance Techniques I

This is an introductory course in the fundamentals of global dance forms. This is a studio-based technique course in which students will learn the aesthetics, theory and practice of global dance forms, such as Flamenco, Ballet Folkloriko, African Dance Forms, or Classical Indian Dance. Students will be encouraged to investigate how the body is used as a tool for expression and definition of cultural voice within the discipline studied.

DANC 1330: Dance Improvisation

This is an introductory course that will introduce dance students to dance making, specifically through improvisation. Students will investigate various methods of spontaneous problem solving as a means to generate movement. As individuals and in groups, students will be called upon to respond to various stimuli, such as music, text, images and structures, in order to generate original movement in a safe and supportive environment.

DANC 1340: Dance Survey

Dance Survey will introduce students to the discipline of dance and the ways dance creates and analyzes knowledge about the world. Through a cross-cultural survey of theories and styles of dance and their relationship to societal contexts and other art forms, this class will examine dance as a form of communication and as an art.

DANC 2300: Ballet II

Ballet II builds upon the fundamentals of ballet technique to introduce students to intermediate to advanced skills within the classical ballet vocabulary. Pre-requisite: DANC 1300 and 1301 or equivalent.

DANC 2301: Ballet II

Ballet II builds upon the fundamentals of ballet technique to introduce students to intermediate to advanced skills within the classical ballet vocabulary. Pre-requisite: DANC 1300 and 1301 or equivalent.

DANC 2310: Modern Dance II

Modern Dance II builds upon fundamentals of modern dance technique to develop intermediate to advanced level skills. Students will learn from a variety of modern dance techniques and practices to prepare the body, and apply this learning to movement sequences that will emphasize that articulation and coordination of body parts, rhythm, musicality and expression. Pre-requisite: DANC 1310 and DANC 1311 or equivalent.

DANC 2311: Modern Dance II

Modern Dance II builds upon fundamentals of modern dance technique to develop intermediate to advanced level skills. Students will learn from a variety of modern dance techniques and practices to prepare the body, and apply this learning to movement sequences that will emphasize that articulation and coordination of body parts, rhythm, musicality and expression. Pre-requisite: DANC 1310 and DANC 1311 or equivalent.

DANC 2320: Global Dance Techniques II

This is a studio-based technique course that builds upon prior knowledge of a global dance technique’s form and aesthetics and aims for sophistication and nuance in both theory and practice. Forms studied can be drawn from classes in Flamenco, Ballet Folkloriko, African Dance Forms, or Classical Indian Dance. Students will be encouraged to investigate how the body is used as a tool for expression and definition of cultural voice within the discipline studied.

DANC 2321: Global Dance Techniques II

This is a studio-based technique course that builds upon prior knowledge of a global dance technique’s form and aesthetics and aims for sophistication and nuance in both theory and practice. Forms studied can be drawn from classes in Flamenco, Ballet Folkloriko, African Dance Forms, or Classical Indian Dance. Students will be encouraged to investigate how the body is used as a tool for expression and definition of cultural voice within the discipline studied.

DANC 2350: Hip Hop Dance

This course will introduce students to urban dance styles. It will focus on the foundations and physical vocabularies of hip hop, freestyle, and street dance forms. The classes will develop strength, coordination, flexibility, stamina and rhythmic awareness as needed for the rigors or urban dance techniques.

DANC 2360: Choreography I

This is a beginning level choreography course that will introduce students the choreographic theory and process, and to the basic tools and forms that comprise choreography. Students will learn to analyze the various components of design and create basic dance studies that demonstrate understanding of dance as a craft and art. Pre-requisite: DANC 1230.

DANC 3170: Dance Performance

Dance Performance is based upon a professional dance company model, and will include practical experience in preparing for and performing works under the direction of faculty or guest choreographers. This course will include performance opportunities.

DANC 3270: Dance Performance

Dance Performance is based upon a professional dance company model, and will include practical experience in preparing for and performing works under the direction of faculty or guest choreographers. This course will include performance opportunities.

DANC 3300: Ballet III

Ballet III builds upon the foundations of ballet technique to introduce intermediate level students to advanced skills within the classical ballet vocabulary.

DANC 3301: Ballet III

Ballet III builds upon the foundations of ballet technique to introduce intermediate level students to advanced skills within the classical ballet vocabulary. Pre-requisite: DANC 2300 and 2301 or by audition and approval of the dance faculty.

DANC 3310: Modern Dance III

Modern Dance III builds upon fundamentals of modern dance technique to develop advanced level skills. Students will learn from a variety of modern dance techniques and practices to prepare the body, and will apply this learning to movement sequences that will emphasize that articulation and coordination of body parts, rhythm, musicality and expression.

DANC 3311: Modern Dance III

Modern Dance III builds upon fundamentals of modern dance technique to develop advanced level skills. Students will learn from a variety of modern dance techniques and practices to prepare the body, and will apply this learning to movement sequences that will emphasize that articulation and coordination of body parts, rhythm, musicality and expression.

DANC 3340: Dance History

Dance History will be a survey course in the history of dance, with an emphasis on dance as an art form in the western theatrical tradition, specifically Ballet, Modern, Post-Modern and Contemporary Dance. The course will examine major time periods and figures in the development of the art form. Dance will be considered as an expression of human culture and students will analyze key developments in dance as they relate to social, political and historical events.

DANC 3350: Jazz Dance

This course will introduce students to Jazz Dance vocabulary and styles. It will focus on the foundations and physical vocabularies specific to Jazz Dance. The classes will develop strength, coordination, flexibility, stamina and rhythmic awareness in all dancers.

DANC 3360: Choreography II

In this upper level course, students will utilize previous learning and understanding of dance as a craft and art, to create and develop extended original dance works.

DANC 3380: Somatic Practices

This course will introduce students to an understanding of general somatic principles and embodied anatomy, and develop proficiency and increased knowledge about dance conditioning practices. Drawing from various somatic practices, the goal of this course will be to improve stability, strength, awareness, and an elementary understanding of anatomy as it applies to movement.

DANC 4292: Directed Reading/Independent Study in Dance

Student research on a selected problem in the field pursued under the guidance of an assigned member of the faculty. Substantial research paper or audio/video production required. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credit hours. Prerequisites: junior– or senior–level status; permission of faculty member

DANC 4300: Ballet IV

Ballet IV builds upon the foundations of ballet technique to introduce Intermediate/ Advanced level students to advanced skills within the classical ballet repertory, including body alignment, technical skills, performance skills, and vocabulary.

DANC 4301: Ballet IV

Ballet IV builds upon the foundations of ballet technique to introduce Intermediate/ Advanced level students to advanced skills within the classical ballet vocabulary, including body alignment, technical skills, performance skills, and vocabulary.

DANC 4310: Modern Dance IV

Modern Dance IV builds upon intermediate/advanced levels of modem dance technique to develop advanced level skills. Students will learn from a variety of modem dance techniques and practices to prepare the body, and will apply this learning to movement sequences that will emphasize that articulation and coordination of body parts, rhythm, musicality and expression.

DANC 4311: Modern Dance IV

Modem Dance IV builds upon intermediate/advanced levels of modem dance technique to develop advanced level skills. Students will learn from a variety of modem dance techniques and practices to prepare the body, and will apply this learning to movement sequences that will emphasize that articulation and coordination of body parts, rhythm, musicality and expression.

DANC 4330: Teaching Methods in Dance

This course will develop methods and skills for teaching ballet, modern dance and creative movement in various settings such as the public school classroom, private dance studio, and academic classroom. This course will include pedagogical theory and practice.

DANC 4340: Dance Criticism and Analysis

Students will develop critical thinking skills, and apply multiple academic lenses and approaches needed for the analysis of dance works and choreography. By exploring the political and social contexts that inform dance works, students will broaden their understanding

DANC 4390: Senior Capstone

This course is designed for the graduating dance student and will integrate the dance student’s learning over the entire course of their degree into the development and presentation of a culminating project in performance, choreography, media, scholarship or entrepreneurial enterprise.

DANC 4398: Professional Practices

This course is designed for the graduating dance major to develop practices and skills valuable to building a career in dance and dance-related fields. The student will create a professional portfolio that includes writing, performance and choreographic work, research individual interests in dance and dance related fields, prepare for the audition and job application process, and develop skills, such as grant writing, necessary for dance entrepreneurship.

DRAM 1331: Acting I

Development of acting skills based on traditional Stanislavski techniques. Students will learn to give a truthful performance, sharpen their critical thinking and oral communication skills, and engage in the process of creating theatrical art. Acting techniques will be synthesized with Aristotle's dramatic structure and the expression of the human condition in a philosophical, cultural, and historical context. The students are actively involved in live performance.

DRAM 2331: Movement for the Theatre

In an effort to shape a more fully responsive, spontaneous and creative actor, This course explores a variety of movement traditions, including Classical Ballet, Stage Combat, Kabuki, Noh, Restoration Behavior and techniques of both Suzuki and Anne Bogart.

DRAM 2332: On Camera Acting

Theory and practice in characterization. Students participate in duet scenes and monologues and appear in one–act plays. Prerequisite: DRAM 1331 or its equivalent.

DRAM 2335: Theatre Speech

A practical and theoretical examination of the basic principles of voice production. The student works with images and characterization necessary for the stage. Emphasis on dictation and articulation.

DRAM 2338: Children's Theatre

Lower-division treatment of theory and practice in the art of performing for young audiences. The students will participate in a major production for children.

DRAM 3329: Screenwriting

Theories and techniques of writing feature films and teleplays, including structure, dialogue and characterization. Students write scenes and a short screenplay. Prerequisite: permission of faculty member.

DRAM 3331: Playwriting

The study of dramatic structure, dialogue, action and characterization. Students write short scenes and a short play. Prerequisite: permission of faculty member.

DRAM 3333: Scene Design

The principles of scene design for the stage. Emphasis is on the execution of designs through drafting and model building. Prerequisite: DRAM 1336.

DRAM 3338: Creative Drama

An examination of methods used to teach theatre arts in the elementary classroom. Emphasis is on sensory awareness, pantomime and story dramatization. The students will participate in and lead creative drama sessions with children.

DRAM 3340: Theatre History I

Theatre History I provides an understanding of how key shifts in human communication shaped developments in the history of theatre and performance. Focusing on artifacts from antiquity through to the restoration, this course explores the methodologies employed by contemporary theatre historians in an effort to create a truly global perspective on drama, theatre and performance.

DRAM 3341: Theatre History II

Theatre History II provides an understanding of how key shifts in human communication shaped developments in the history of theatre and performance. Focusing on artifacts from the restoration through to the post–modern era, this course explores the methodologies employed by contemporary theatre historians in an effort to create a truly global perspective on drama, theatre and performance.

DRAM 4191: Internship in Drama

Practicum or on–the–job experience under the guidance of practicing specialists in the field. To be supervised individually by a program faculty member with the permission of the program chair.

DRAM 4331: Directing

The fundamentals of play directing. Emphasis is on play analysis, production techniques and the relationship between director, script and actor. The students will direct a one–act play. Prerequisite: permission of program chair.

DRAM 4332: Workshops and Rehearsal Techniques

This advanced course explores both the artistry and mechanics of the rehearsal room, while empowering students to create and lead original theatre workshops. Building on the foundations of directing, students will refine their skills in staging, actor communication, and ensemble collaboration through hands-on rehearsal labs. In addition, students will design and facilitate their own theatre workshops—targeted for educational, community, or professional settings—learning how to craft experiences that inspire creativity, trust, and transformation. Emphasis is placed on developing a personal rehearsal methodology, responding adaptively to group dynamics, and cultivating leadership as a theatre-maker and educator. Ideal for directors, teaching artists, and collaborative creators ready to deepen their impact in the room and beyond.

DRAM 4334: Styles of Acting

Theory and practice in the styles of acting. Styles can included Greek, Shakespeare, Restoration, Farce, Absurd, Epic and Artaud. Prerequisite: DRAM 1331 or permission of program chair.

DRAM 4336: Drama Program Management

This course will familiarize the student with best practices for running a K-12 Theatre Arts program. Students will be actively involved in creating both curricular and extracurricular theatre program elements. Prerequisite: Junior standing in dram or related program; Instructor approval needed.

DRAM 4391: Internship in Drama

Practicum or on–the–job experience under the guidance of practicing specialists in the field. To be supervised individually by a program faculty member with the permission of the program chair.

DRAM 4393: Special Topics in Drama

Upper–division treatment of selected topics of mutual interest to the faculty member and students, such as costume history and design, advanced stage makeup and stage movement.

DRAM 4493: Special Topics in Drama

Upper–division treatment of selected topics of mutual interest to the faculty member and students, such as costume history and design, advanced stage makeup and stage movement.

ENGL 1301: Composition I

In this course, students will learn and practice the strategies and processes that successful writers employ as they work to accomplish specific purposes. In college, these purposes include comprehension, instruction, entertainment, persuasion, investigation, problem-resolution, evaluation, explanation, and refutation.

ENGL 1302: Composition & Rhetoric

The course will teach students the skills of writing and research processes. Students will develop ideas and synthesize primary and secondary sources within focused academic arguments, including one or more research-based essays. Analyze, interpret, and evaluate a variety of texts for the ethical and logical uses of evidence. Students will learn to write in a style that clearly communicates meaning, builds credibility, and inspires belief or action. Apply the conventions of style manuals for documents ( APA or MLA).

ENGL 1310: Introduction to Academic Writing

Intensive study of grammar and usage, and development of analytical and writing skills necessary for college level courses. Students must earn a grade of at least “C” for admission to the first core curriculum English course: ENGL 1341– The Classical Tradition: Literature and Composition I. The 3 credit hours for 1310 do not fulfill any core curriculum requirement in English. They may, however, count toward the total number of hours required for graduation.

ENGL 1311: The Culture of Writing

This course is intended to aid students in their transition into an academic culture that depends on writing for much of its most important communication. The course will include the review and application of principles and techniques of effective writing, critical reading, and critical thinking. Prerequisite: Acceptance in the Mendenhall Summer Institute. Co-Requisite: MATH 1325.

ENGL 2327: American Literature I

A survey of American literature from the period of exploration and settlement to the present. Students will study works of prose, poetry, drama, and fiction in relation to their historical and cultural contexts. Texts will be selected from among a diverse group of authors for what they reflect and reveal about the evolving American experience and character.

ENGL 3306: Modern Catholic Writers

Study of the authors whose Catholicism makes up a significant component of their works. Works studies may range from the nineteenth to the twenty–first century and may include all genres. May focus on the early twentieth century English Catholic literary revival. Authors may include Newman, Hopkins, Belloc, Chesterton, Claudel, von le Fort, Bernanos, Waugh, Tolkien, Flannery O'Connor, and Walker Percy.

ENGL 3312: Perspectives in World Literature

An overview of Classical, Medieval, Renaissance and Modern world literature, focusing on the abiding impact of this literature across and within cultures. For students with 6–9 credit hours of transferred English core credit only.

ENGL 3314: Development of the Novel

A study of the early development of the novel in English, from Richardson through Austen. May include study of works of Fielding, Sterne, Smollett, Goldsmith, and others; may also include study of works of precursors such as Defoe.

ENGL 3316: Shakespeare

A selection of comedies, tragedies, history plays and romances; intellectual and social backgrounds; the theater milieu.

ENGL 3326: Milton

Intensive study of Paradise Lost; minor works and selected prose; Milton as Puritan and Humanist.

ENGL 3330: The Augustan Age

Major works of Dryden, Pope and Swift; selected plays of the Restoration and 18th century; intellectual background and aesthetic theory of the Enlightenment.

ENGL 3335: Professional Writing and Editing

Provides historical and theoretical background in professional writing and editing, including editing in literary and organizational settings. Explores professional writing’s emergence as a field of scholarship and practice.

ENGL 3337: Creative Writing: Play Writing

Workshop on play writing; emphasis on discussion of students' writing and attention to the performative dimensions of dramatic writing, including the composition of dialogue as well as construction of character, situation, and plot. Limited enrollment.

ENGL 3344: Victorian Poetry

Selected works of Tennyson, Arnold, Browning and some notable minor poets; historical and intellectual backgrounds; aesthetic theory.

ENGL 3380: Introduction to Film and Literature

A study of film as literary text and the primary form of dramatic presentation in contemporary culture. The course will offer students the opportunity to view film masterpieces in various genres as well as adaptations of major theatrical or literary works in a seminar format. Students will be introduced to the critical apparatus necessary to view motion pictures as a literary medium.

ENGL 4199: Senior Thesis/Writing Portfolio

A one hour credit appended to any appropriate upper division course, required of all English majors before graduation. The research project or the writing portfolio includes oral presentation to a jury of professors and peers. This final writing project and oral presentation is designed as a part of the major's capstone experience. Prerequisites: [9 Hrs ENGL (Lower Div Core) & Instructor's Consent] OR [6 Hrs ENGL Transfer Credit, ENGL 3312, & Instructor's Consent].

ENGL 4307: Advanced Creative Writing

This course will be offered every other year for undergraduate and graduate students who plan to attend graduate school in creative writing, or who simply prefer an advanced workshop in which to hone skills as a poet or fiction writer.

ENGL 4310: American Literature I

Selected works of the Colonial and Romantic period, with emphasis on Anne Bradstreet, Edward Taylor, Jonathan Edwards, Franklin, Emerson, Hawthorne, Thoreau, Whitman, Melville and Frederick Douglass. An exploration of the Puritan Vision (and critics of it) as well as Transcendentalism and the evolution of distinctively American literature.

ENGL 4314: Modern Poetry

Selected works of major and minor English and American poets; emphasis on Yeats, Eliot and Stevens.

ENGL 4319: Shakespearean Topics

Focused study of selected aspects of Shakespeare dramatic artistry and influence; organized around special topics, genres, or themes.

ENGL 4323: Literary Magazine

A production class, responsible for publication of the English Department’s formal literary magazine. Activities include solicitation of works, editing, page layout, graphic design and negotiation with printers. Permission of faculty member required.

ENGL 4326: Advanced Rhetoric

Study and application of rhetoric from both historical and practical perspectives. Includes reading and discussion of major texts that address patterns of discourse, communication, and other issues of rhetoric in a classical and a modern context.

ENGL 4327: Austen

Study of the novels of Jane Austen as set in their relevant historical, cultural, and literary context.

ENGL 4328: Dickens

Study of the novels of Charles Dicke11s as set in their relevant historical, cultural, and literary context.

ENGL 4329: Hardy

Study of the novels of Thomas Hardy as set in their relevant historical, cultural, and literary context.

ENGL 4334: Feature Magazine (Thoroughfare)

A collaborative production class, responsible for publication of the English Department's feature magazine (Thoroughfare). Activities include solicitation of submissions, editing, page layout, graphic design, and negotiation with printers.

ENGL 4339: Dante

Intensive study of the poetry of Dante Alighieri, read in translation, including La Vita Nuova together with the three canticles of the Commedia: the Inferno, Purgatorio, and Paradiso.

ENGL 5380: Introduction to Film as Literature

A study of film as literary text and the primary form of dramatic presentation in contemporary culture. The course will offer students the opportunity to view film masterpieces in various genres as well as adaptations of major theatrical or literary works in a seminar format. Students will be introduced to the critical apparatus necessary to view motion pictures as a literary medium.

EVNG 5302: Reading for Evangelists

Effective evangelists are culturally informed and able to engage productively and confidently with complex literary and nonfiction texts. In this seminar-style course, students will develop and practice strategies for reading in a range of genres and forms with comprehension and charity. Students will also critically assess their own reading habits, use cultural, historical, and/or literary context to gain a deeper understanding of texts, and apply what they learn to the work of evangelization and discipleship.

EVNG 5303: Christ, Culture and Evangelization

This course offers a sweeping introduction to the Catholic faith as a unique, compelling, and incarnational vision of reality. Beginning with the person of Jesus Christ, the course explores the Catholic synthesis of truth, goodness, and beauty and its historical power to shape cultures, form distinctive institutions, and inspire the human spirit. Students will engage major theological themes—including the Incarnation, the Trinity, the sacraments, and the Church—as well as explore the Catholic intellectual tradition, its artistic and musical achievements, and its enduring influence on literature, education, and public life. Special attention is given to understanding how the Church’s distinctive vision has historically evangelized the culture and how it can do so today.

EVNG 5304: Christology for Evangelists

The course provides an introduction to the Church's understanding of the second person of the Trinity, Jesus Christ, God made flesh, with special emphasis on Christ's identity as both eternal logos and historical redeemer.

EVNG 5306: Philosophy for Evangelists

The course provides an introduction to Catholic apologetics with the goal of equipping students to respond to the most common secular objections to Catholicism. Topics include arguments for the existence of God, the historicity of the Resurrection, the problem of evil, and the relationship between faith and science.

EVNG 5308: Moral Theology for Evangelists

This course provides an introduction to Catholic moral theology with the goal of teaching students how the Catholic conception of the meaning and purpose of human action leads to authentic happiness. Potential topics include natural law, justice, the common good, virtue, conscience, character, politics, Catholic social teaching, and sanctification.

EVNG 5310: Art for Evangelists

The course provides an introduction to the distinctively Catholic conception of beauty and how beauty can serve as an effective tool for evangelization. Topics include sacramentality, transcendence, and the relationship between 'high art' and 'popular art.'

EVNG 5312: Biblical Studies for Evangelists

This course offers and introduction to Old and New Testament theology using a 'hermeneutics of evangelization'. Students will learn about the Bible, the basics of exegesis, canon formation, and the case for the historical Jesus, while also considering ways in which to use the Bible for evangelization in our own time.

EVNG 5330: Advanced Topics in Evangelization I: Summer Residency

Summer Residency provides students the opportunity to study a special topic at the University of St. Thomas campus. Topics include evangelization and new media, politics and evangelization, evangelization and persecution, Church history for evangelists, and cross-cultural evangelization.

EVNG 5331: Advanced Topics in Evangelization II: Summer Residency

Summer Residency provides students the opportunity to study a special topic at the University of St. Thomas campus. Topics include evangelization and new media, politics and evangelization, evangelization and persecution, Church history for evangelists, and cross-cultural evangelization.

EVNG 5332: Dante for Evangelists

The course examines one of history's best poets and provides a perennially compelling and relevant vision of the Catholic philosophical, theological, moral, and artistic life.

EVNG 5334: Evangelical Legacy of Vatican II

The course addresses common misconceptions about the purpose and content of Vatican II with the goal of teaching how Vatican II principles remain essential for effective evangelization.

EVNG 5338: Patristics for Evangelists

The course provides an introduction to patristics with the goal of showing how the Church Fathers can effectively address both Protestant and secular criticism of the Church.

EVNG 5344: Practical Evangelization

This course focuses on the concrete 'how to's' of effective evangelization in contemporary contexts. Topics include how to use social media to evangelize, how to create and nurture digital and physical evangelical communities, how to build a culture of life, how to respond to indifference, and how to response to opposition and hostility.

EVNG 5346: Evangelization in America

What can social science teach us about human flourishing and what opportunities does it reveal for where and how to evangelize contemporary America? This class will range across social science data from political science, psychology, sociology, economics, etc. in looking at happiness, unhappiness, and how the Church can speak to the predicament of the contemporary American soul.

EVNG 5348: Evangelization and Media

Informed by media ecology, this course evaluates evangelical approaches in the Catholic church by exploring how their representations of faith and modes of rhetoric evolve out of, and respond to, predominant media environments. First examining the interplay between oral and literate forms of expression as foundational to the Church's intellectual tradition and communication of doctrine, the course then analyzes how Catholic communication has adapted to the challenges of later technological environments constituted by print, electric, and digital media.

MSM 5192: Independent Study

Student research on a selected problem in the field pursued under the guidance of an assigned member of the faculty.

MSM 5192: Independent Study

Student research on a selected problem in the field pursued under the guidance of an assigned member of the faculty.

MSM 5201: Research Methodology and Bibliography

The Bibliography course is usually taken during the first year of study and is taught by the music librarian. It introduces students to the resources necessary to do research in music courses.

MSM 5300: Sacred Music Seminar I

Masses, Passions and Requiems. An historical survey of Western sacred vocal repertoire, from Gregorian chant to the development of polyphony in Masses, Passions and Requiems by composers such as Leonin and Perotin, Shutz, Bach and Mozart.

MSM 5302: Children's Choirs

Techniques for working with children singing in choirs. Including a survey of children's liturgical music literature. Home-schooled students may often be used as a resource.

MSM 5303: Chant

A study and practice of chant. An historical survey of Gregorian chant and its place in the liturgy. Latin chant and chant in other languages.

MSM 5305: Theory Seminar

This is a synthesis course in which students will need to apply Music Theory Knowledge to analyze, criticize, compose and arrange music works.

MSM 5307: Sacred Music Seminar II

An examination of the beginnings of Church hymnody, the Western sacred vocal repertoire of French and Italian composers of the Romantic period, and British and American 20th and 21st century sacred music, including the African-American spiritual and Gospel repertoire.

MSM 5311: Diction

A study of English, Latin, French, German, Italian and Spanish pronunciation. Presenting texts through music that are comprehensible for the worshiper.

MSM 5312: Conducting

The director's role in presenting liturgical choral music, including rehearsal techniques, diction, balance, phrasing, interpretation and working with instruments.

MSM 5313: Anatomy and Function of the Singing Voice

Techniques for singing as a soloist/cantor and the role of the voice in a choral setting. The student should have at least two semesters of previous collegiate-level private studio voice study for success in this course. A pianist/organist should have two semesters of voice lessons as a prerequisite and is required to accompany a student singer during several voice lessons. Students will be required to teach a short sequence of lessons to a non-major student, and demonstrate teaching for the class.

MSM 5320: Liturgy I

The Roman calendar, liturgical year, 3-year cycle of readings, the role of music in liturgy, liturgy of the mass.

MSM 5321: Liturgy II

Other forms of liturgy including liturgy of the hours, weddings, funerals and ordinations, role of cantors, chant, singing of psalms, hymnody, and documents of the Church.

MSM 5330: Practicum

1) MSM students will be invited to two or three larger Houston-area parishes with thriving amateur choral programs for adults and children to observe rehearsals and liturgies directed by professional church musicians. 2) MSM students will be mentored by musicians who have worked in the field and better understand how clergy and church musicians collaborate to prepare meaningful and thoughtful music appropriate for the liturgical year. They will accomplish this by attending worship committee and/or liturgy planning meetings; by learning fundamentals of administration, including planning, finances and budgeting; by developing procedures for forming a choir and engaging the congregation in the musical life of the church. 3) MSM students will write a paper on a topic related to observations made. 4) The MSM student will be required to plan and conduct or accompany a mass with appropriate liturgical music in the Chapel of St. Basil on the UST campus, with the permission of the clergy of the Chapel. 5) It is strongly suggested that the student sing with the RC Diocesan Choir as well as being more fully connected to the larger diocesan community. In the Houston area there often are opportunities also to sing larger oratorio and mass settings with an orchestra.

MSM 5392: Independent Study

Student research on a selected problem in the field pursued under the guidance of an assigned member of the faculty.

MSM 6193: Special Topics

Graduate level treatment of selected topics of mutual interest to the faculty member and students.

MSM 6293: Special Topics

Graduate level treatment of selected topics of mutual interest to the faculty member and students.

MSM 6393: Special Topics

Graduate level treatment of selected topics of mutual interest to the faculty member and students.

MUSC 1033: Concert Attendance

The Music Department offers a wide variety of musical programs and lectures by faculty, students and guests. Attendance at 10 of these offerings, or at similar Houston-area events, is required of all Music majors each fall and spring semesters. P/F

MUSC 1100: Liturgical Music

This is a course that will be offered to any interested students regardless of major, and an audition will not be required. It will be a chance for students to learn how to perform music for the Catholic liturgy, and it will involve performing in one or two daily Masses per week.

MUSC 1105: Jazz Ensemble

Repertoire emphasizes current and historical trends in jazz music. Open to all members of the University community with permission of faculty member.

MUSC 1106: University Singers

A group of singers who perform music of many styles and periods. Open to all members of the University community with permission of faculty member.

MUSC 1107: Chamber Music Ensemble

Performance of instrumental duos, trios, quartets, etc., from the classic period to the present. Open to all members of the University community with permission of faculty member.

MUSC 1108: Wind Ensemble

An ensemble of wind, brass and percussion instruments that performs music from the 18th century to the present. Open to all members of the University community with permission of faculty member.

MUSC 1109: Opera & Musical Theater Workshop

This workshop is designed for students to explore and perform a varied repertoire from opera and musical theater in fully-staged productions. Open to all members of the University community with permission of the music director.

MUSC 1111: Percussion Ensemble

An ensemble of percussion instruments that performs music of various styles. Open to all members of the University community with permission of music director.

MUSC 1120: Orchestra

An ensemble of strings, winds and percussion that performs music from the Baroque period to the present. Open to all members of the University community with permission of the music director.

MUSC 1331: Introduction to Music

An appreciation and understanding of music through study of its basic elements, aesthetics and role in society. Listening assignments and concert attendance required. Open to all students.

MUSC 2340: The Story of Theatre I

A basic introduction to the major developments in the theater from antiquity to the restoration. This course will explore the people, the places and the performances in which the human story has come to life on the stage. Play attendance and practical projects are among requirements of this course. (Odd fall) No prerequisite

MUSC 2463: Music Theory I

An accelerated introductory course covering the elements of music, melody, harmony, terms, rules and aural memorization.

MUSC 3105: Jazz Ensemble

Repertoire emphasizes current and historical trends in jazz music. Open to all members of the University community with permission of the music director.

MUSC 3106: University Singers

A group of singers who perform music of many styles and periods. Open to all members of the University community with permission of the music director.

MUSC 3107: Chamber Music Ensemble

Performance of instrumental duos, trios, quartets, etc., from the classic period to the present. Open to all members of the University community with permission of the faculty member.

MUSC 3108: Wind Ensemble

An ensemble of wind, brass and percussion instruments that performs music from the 18th century to the present. Open to all members of the University community with permission of the music director.

MUSC 3109: Opera & Musical Theater Workshop

The workshop is designed for students to explore and perform a varied repertoire from opera and musical theater in fully-staged productions. Open to all members of the University community with permission of the music director.

MUSC 3120: Orchestra

An ensemble of strings, winds and percussion that performs music from the Baroque period to the present. Open to all members of the University community with permission of the music director.

MUSC 3141: Classical Music

A survey of Western music from 1750 to 1800: Music of the Enlightenment including opera, the development of the sonata, symphony and concerto, music of Haydn and Mozart. Prerequisite: MUSC 3342

MUSC 3220: Diction

This course will emphasize pronunciation in singing in Italian, German, French and English.

MUSC 3221: Piano Literature

Study of keyboard literature from the Baroque period to the present as well as the history of piano performance.

MUSC 3231: Materials and Curriculum: Wind/Brass/Percussion

Methodologies, philosophies, materials, technologies, and curriculum development for stringed music. For practicum experience, the student will be assigned to work under a mentor teacher to learn about the day-to-day responsibilities and requirements of the music teacher.

MUSC 3233: Materials and Curriculum: Stringed Instruments

Methodologies, philosophies, materials, technologies, and curriculum development for stringed music. For practicum experience, the student will be assigned to work under a mentor teacher to learn about the day-to-day responsibilities and requirements of the music teacher.

MUSC 3236: Piano Pedagogy

The teaching of piano in private and school settings. Emphasis on music resources for piano teachers. Prerequisite: permission of faculty member.

MUSC 3238: Materials and Curriculum: Vocal/Choral

Materials and Curriculum: Methodologies, philosophies, materials, technologies, and curriculum development for vocal and choral music. For practicum experience, the student will be assigned to work under a mentor teacher to learn about the day-to-day responsibilities and requirements of the music teacher.

MUSC 3241: Medieval Music

A survey of early Western music through the 14th Century: Pre-Christian roots, Roman liturgy and chant, early polyphony and secular music. Prerequisite: MUSC 3341

MUSC 3242: Renaissance Music

A survey of Western music of the 15th and 16th Centuries: English and Continental composers, the Reformation, madrigal and rise of instrumental music. Prereq: MUSC 3341

MUSC 3243: Baroque Music

A survey of Western music from 1600-1750: the development of opera, sacred music and instrumental genres up to the death of J.S. Bach. Prereq: MUSC 3341

MUSC 3333: Form and Analysis

The structure of music from its smallest motival elements through larger complete movement forms; simple and compound song forms, rondo, sonata, dance forms, techniques of variation, fugue and canon. Prerequisites: MUSC 3164, 3364.

MUSC 3334: Basic Conducting

Basic Conducting is an introductory course that emphasizes on basic patterns of conducting, baton technique, left hand technique, non-verbal communication, terminology, transpositions, score reading and leadership. Prerequisites: MUSC 3364 and MUSC 3164

MUSC 3335: Orchestral Conducting

This course is an introduction to basic conducting skills with an emphasis on baton technique, left hand technique, non-verbal communication, leadership, conducting terminology, transpositions and score reading. Co-requisites: MUSC 3364, 3164. Permission of faculty member.

MUSC 3336: Choral Conducting

Study of the director’s role relative to choral music, including rehearsal techniques, auditions, tone, balance, diction, phrasing and interpretation. Practical experience in rehearsing choral, ensemble. Selection of appropriate literature. Prerequisites: MUSC 3364, 3164. Permission of faculty member.

MUSC 3337: Counterpoint

A study of two–, three– and four–part contrapuntal compositions in the style of 18th century composers. Writing of exercises of two and three and four parts, culminating in composing three–part inventions. Prerequisites: MUSC 3164, 3364.

MUSC 3351: Art Song

A historical survey of the art song, Leider, chanson and vocal chamber music repertoire from the Baroque period to the present.

MUSC 3375: Orchestration

This course will cover the fundamentals of writing and/or arranging for different types of performing groups, including vocal and instrumental ensembles.

MUSC 4132: Workshops

Short–term (one or two weeks, usually in summer) intensive study (morning, afternoon, evening) of limited scope. Master classes, lecture demonstrations, etc. Fees vary with the event.

MUSC 4191: Internship in Music

Practicum or on–the–job experience under the guidance of practicing specialists in the music field. To be supervised individually by a department faculty member with the approval of the program chair.

MUSC 4232: Workshops

Short-term (one or two weeks, usually in summer) intensive study (morning, afternoon, evening) of limited scope. Master classes, lecture demonstrations, etc. Fees vary with the event.

MUSC 4291: Internship in Music

Practicum or on–the–job experience under the guidance of practicing specialists in the music field. To be supervised individually by a department faculty member with the approval of the program chair.

MUSC 4391: Internship in Music

Practicum or on–the–job experience under the guidance of practicing specialists in the music field. To be supervised individually by a department faculty member with the approval of the program chair.

PHIL 1315: Ancient Philosophy

A study of being, nature, knowledge, man and the state, as developed by the pre–Socratics, Plato, Aristotle, the Epicureans, the Stoics and Plotinus.

PHIL 3314: Business Ethics

A second course in ethics with emphasis on the moral issues that arise in modern business life. Among issues to be considered are the role of profits, property rights, workers’ rights, fairness in hiring, truth–telling and whistle–blowing.

PHIL 3315: Ancient Philosophy

A study of being, nature, knowledge, man and the state, as developed by the pre–Socratics, Plato, Aristotle, and other significant figures.

PHIL 3316: Medieval Philosophy

A study of significant philosophical thinkers of the medieval period, such as St. Augustine of Hippo, St. Thomas Aquinas, and others.

PHIL 3317: Modern Philosophy

A study of philosophical issues concerning human nature, knowledge, metaphysics, and ethics as treated by the more significant figures of the modern period, such as Descartes, Hume, and Kant.

PHIL 3318: Bioethics

A second course in ethics with emphasis on the moral issues that arise in modern health care. Issues to be discussed include patient autonomy, life issues, the right to refuse treatment and the right to health care.

PHIL 3320: Philosophy of Nature

This course will examine the fundamental question: What is nature? The course treats fundamental principles like substance, form, matter, causality, motion, and the soul. Consideration will be given to the comparison of ancient and modern perspectives of nature and science.

PHIL 3333: Logic (Traditional Logic)

A practical study of the rules of correct reasoning, both inductive and deductive, together with analysis of the concept, the proposition and fallacies.

PHIL 3338: God in Philosophy

A study of the teachings of some of the major philosophers, including St. Thomas Aquinas, concerning the existence and attributes of God, divine action, evil, and religious experience.

PHIL 3340: Philosophy Politics, and Economics

This course will be a required gateway course for the minor in Catholic Social Thought. It explores the Catholic philosophical pillars of the political and economic life in the Western tradition. The main topics are human nature, natural law, virtue, providence and salvation, common sense, and free-market. Authors discussed: Aristotle, Aquinas, Maritain, Novak, Weber. Students will be asked to apply this knowledge to contemporary public life.

PHIL 3341: Classical Islamic Philosophy

A survey of some of the most important philosophical topics and thinkers of classical Islamic civilization. This philosophical tradition reflects the distinctive cultural environment of the Muslim world from the 7th century until the 15th century or so. Includes major Muslim figures such as Al-Kindi¯, Al-Fa¯ra¯bi¯, Avicenna (Ibn Si¯na¯), al-Ghaza¯li¯, and Averroes (Ibn Rushd). May also include Christian figures such as Yahya ibn Adi, and Jewish figures such as Saadya Gaon and Moses Maimonides.

PHIL 3350: Contemporary Logic

This course aims to introduce students to the significant philosophical advances made in the past 150 years in the field of logic. Some of this material can be grouped under the rubric of symbolic logic, but this course will go beyond the field of mathematical logic by discussing theories of modal and tense logic, and, more generally, by discussing why 20th– century philosophers see such formal logic as the most suitable tool for the discovery and development of logical truth. Prerequisites: PHIL 2314 or PHIL 2316/3316.

PHIL 3353: Aquinas Seminar

A study of the philosophy of St. Thomas Aquinas based on selected texts from his works. This course functions as a Junior Seminar for philosophy majors and is required of philosophy majors and minors.

PHIL 3354: Philosophy of AI

This course examines the nature of AI and the ethical implications of its development and use. The first part discusses the nature of intelligence and the difference between human and artificial intelligence. It surveys philosophical theories about living beings, the human person, artifacts, and technology. The second part raises ethical questions about AI: the dignity of the human person, moral agency, the common good, copyright, safety, work, and education.

PHIL 4312: Philosophy of Knowledge (Epistemology)

A study of the nature, sources, and limits of knowledge. Includes topics such as a priori and a posteriori knowledge, justification, truth, skepticism, abstraction, demonstration, first principles, and revelation. Instructors may take a topical or historical approach.

PHIL 4319: Continental Philosophy

A study of major streams in contemporary continental philosophy, and their influence on the Catholic Intellectual Tradition: existentialism, phenomenology, hermeneutics, and deconstruction (Husserl, Heidegger, Gadamer, Derrida).

PHIL 4324: Faith and Reason

A study of the relationship between faith and reason. Examines possible conflicts between what reason (or science) discovers and what faith believes. Considers classical, modern, and contemporary authors.

PHIL 4331: Philosophy of Art and Beauty

This course explores fundamental themes in the philosophy of art and beauty: the metaphysics of beauty and its relationship with goodness and truth, aesthetic categories and representation, and moral and political aspects of art.

PHIL 4335: Analytical Philosophy

A study of major topics and figures in Analytical philosophy. May include topics such as developments in logic and philosophy of mathematics made by figures such as Frege, Russell, Goedel, Quine, and Kripke; logical empiricism; philosophy of mind; causation; the rehabilitation of metaphysics via the Kripke-Barcan revolution in modal semantics; and Analytical approaches to historical figures such as Aquinas. Instructors may take a topical or historical approach.

PHIL 4350: Philosophy of Law: Tradition of Natural Law

An introduction to the philosophy of law and the natural law tradition. Considers Thomas Aquinas’s formulation of the traditional natural law theory and select contemporary discussions concerning the nature and function of law.

PHIL 4352: Philosophy of Science

A study of philosophical issues in natural science, with emphasis on questions about scientific knowledge and the metaphysical commitments of science. May include topics such as the scientific method, the Demarcation Problem, causation and explanation, laws of nature, induction, scientific models, realism/anti-realism, and cosmology. Instructors may take a topical or historical approach.

PHIL 4357: The Thought of Karol Wojtyla (Saint John Paul II)

The course will present a holistic understanding of the thought of Karol Wojtyla (Saint John Paul II). Although the emphasis is placed upon the philosophical aspect of his work, the course will allow the student to explore the literary, mystical, and theological contributions to his philosophical thinking and writing, as well to consider the social and political applications of his thought as well. The special philosophical achievement of Karol Wojtyla pertains to his blending of the philosophy Aristotle and St. Thomas Aquinas with the phenomenological approach of Max Scheler and the personalism of Kant. His philosophical synthesis brings great insight and argument for the dignity of the person, the special character of love and marriage, work and society, politics and human rights, the existence of God and humanism. Readings will include selections from his drama and poetry, his writings on John of the Cross, essays on Scheler, Kant, and Thomism, and portions of his great works the Acting Person, and Love and Responsibility.

PHIL 4390: Senior Seminar

Research, with oral and written presentations, as a culmination of the philosophy major. Required of philosophy majors and open to them exclusively.

PHIL 5300: MA Thesis Direction

MA students work with a thesis director to select a topic and write a thesis proving mastery of philosophical subject matter.

PHIL 5304: Thomistic Metaphysics

As the culmination of this trio of fundamental courses in Thomistic philosophy, this course in metaphysics, the highest of the philosophical sciences according to Aquinas, has as its first task the nature of metaphysical inquiry itself. This inquiry will involve a crucial set of distinctions, including the distinctions between natural philosophy and metaphysics, substance and accident, essence and existence, act and potency. The Thomistic texts for this course are chosen at the discretion of the instructor.

PHIL 5307: Foundations in Thomistic Ethics

This course will introduce students to Aquinas’s ethics. Key issues discussed will include the ultimate end, the nature of the human act, the distinction between right and wrong actions, the nature of the virtues, the distinction of the virtues, and the role of law in ethics.

PHIL 5308: God in Philosophy

This course introduces Thomistic philosophical theology. After surveying sources influencing Aquinas—including figures such as Aristotle, Pseudo-Dionysius, Avicenna, Damascene, Anselm—the course engages in close reading of St. Thomas Aquinas’s Summa contra Gentiles.

PHIL 5311: Selected Problems in Epistemology

This course covers a selection of topics in Thomistic cognitive theory and epistemology. Focusing on both primary literature and recent secondary literature, the course will treat St. Thomas’s theories of intellectual cognition, the inner senses (focusing on the cogitative power and memory), intellectual self-knowledge, and human knowledge concerning the divine.

PHIL 5314: Thomas Aquinas on Human Nature

This investigation of Aquinas’s philosophy of the human person will have as its primary focus Aquinas’s solution to the question of how the human soul can be identified both as the form in the human form-matter composite and as a subsistent entity capable of surviving the corruption of the body. Among other key issues to be discussed are the nature of the passions and the relationship between the intellect and will. Readings from the Prima pars of the Summa theologiae will play a central role in the discussion, with other readings from the Thomistic corpus chosen at the instructor’s discretion.

PHIL 5315: Foundations in Thomistic Anthropology

This course will introduce students to Aquinas’s philosophy of the human person. Key issues discussed will include Aquinas’s solution to the question of how the human soul can be identified both as the form in the human form-matter composite and as a subsistent entity capable of surviving the corruption of the body, the nature of the passions, and the relationship between the intellect and will.

PHIL 5316: Foundations in Thomistic Metaphysics

This course will introduce students to Aquinas’s metaphysics. Key issues discussed will include the very nature of metaphysical inquiry, the distinction between natural philosophy and metaphysics, the distinction between substance and accidents, between essence and existence, and between act and potency.

PHIL 5320: Aristotle's Posterior Analytics

This course will focus upon Aristotle's Posterior Analytics. It will involve a close reading of the Posterior Analytics, with comparison to works of Plato. Interpretation of Posterior Analytics will be guided by Aquinas's commentary as well as other sources, including 20th and 21st Century sources.

PHIL 5333: Logic

(Traditional Logic) A practical study of the rules of correct reasoning, both inductive and deductive, together with analysis of the concept, the proposition and fallacies.

PHIL 5338: Introduction to Thomistic Ethics

Building on the achievements of the course in Thomistic anthropology, this course highlights the human person as agent, as moving toward ends or goods, and finally toward the ultimate end which Aquinas calls beatitudo: happiness. The nature of the ultimate end will thus be the centerpiece of the course discussion, with other key concepts and distinctions which contribute to Aquinas’s understanding of the ultimate end coming strongly into play, e.g., the nature of the human act, the distinction between right and wrong action, the nature of and the distinctions between the virtues, and the role of law in human happiness. Discussion will be focused on but need not be limited to questions in the Secunda pars of the Summa theologiae.

PHIL 5340: MA Comprehensive Course Exam

The MA Comprehensive Exam Course, and the MA Comprehensive Examination toward which it aims, is taken in the semester after all other courses have been finished, which will normally be the fourth semester of study. It is a directed readings course supervised by a Center faculty member, designed to help students prepare the readings for the MA Comprehensive Examination.

PHIL 5354: Plato's Phaedo & Aristotle's On The Soul

This course will focus upon Plato’s Phaedo and Aristotle’s De Anima. It will involve a close reading of the De Anima, with comparison to the Phaedo, guided by Aquinas’s commentary as well as by other sources, including contemporary.

PHIL 5355: Aristotle's Nicomachean Ethics

This course will focus upon Aristotle's Nicomachean Ethics. It will involve a close reading of the Nicomachean Ethics, with comparison to other relevant works by Aristotle such as the Politics and Eudemian Ethics. Interpretation of the Nicomachean Ethics will be enriched by Aquinas's commentary as well as other more recent interpreters.

PHIL 5359: Philosophical Latin

The objective of this course is to produce facility in reading medieval, philosophical Latin, and in particular the Latin of Thomas Aquinas. Every student in the Center must take this course unless granted a waiver by the Director of the Center for Thomistic Studies. The course must be taken in one semester during the first year of graduate study. The format and content of the course will be set by the faculty member who is responsible for teaching the course that year. It will be taught as part of the regular course load by a member of the Center faculty or another person competent to teach the course. The grade in the course will be determined by the outcome of the Latin test, with grades determined in the following way: Pass at the MA level = “A-”. Pass at the PhD level = “A”. No grade will be given for the course until the Latin test is passed at one of these two levels. For an entering student who passes the Latin exam at the PhD level this course is waived.

PHIL 5363: Law & Grace in Aquinas

Aquinas’s Commentary on the Metaphysics stands out as perhaps the clearest commentary ever written on the metaphysical treatise(s) of Aristotle. This course will offer a guided reading of the Commentary, exploring several questions, including: To what extent do Aquinas’s own distinctive metaphysical views appear in his Commentary? How does Aquinas understand the structure of metaphysical science? What are some of the influences on Aquinas’s interpretation of the Metaphysics? Some previous familiarity with Aristotle’s Metaphysics is encouraged but not required.

PHIL 5379: Evil

This course explores the nature of evil, especially as understood in the thought of Thomas Aquinas. Evil in general is subdivided into suffering and sin. Most questions surrounding the nature of evil concern sin. What is the distinctive nature of sin? What are the diverse causes of sin? What is the very first cause of sin? Do human beings have free will? These are some of the many questions that may be addressed in this course.

PHIL 5392: Twentieth Century Thomist Rev.

This course discusses the genuinely twentieth-century philosophical phenomenon of Thomistic Revival. In almost quixotic manner, literally thousands of Catholic authors worldwide, in monographs, periodicals, and in the entire standard teaching venues, offered Thomistic cures for modern ills. Who were these authors? What motivated them? Why did the Neo-Thomist revival die at Vatican II? Do any hopes exist for a Neo-Thomist revival today? We will address these questions from the perspective of the history of philosophy and from the perspective of philosophy itself.

PHIL 5393: Contemporary Thomism

This course will consider the work of John Finnis, Alasdair MacIntyre, and Servais Pinckaers, who are arguably the three most significant Thomists of the past twenty-five years. Each represents a different background and scholarly community. John Finnis has a background in analytical jurisprudence and has been influential in the revival of natural law in political philosophy and philosophy of law. Alasdair Macintyre’s background is in Anglo-American philosophy, sociology and the New Left. His book After Virtue was enormously influential in philosophical circles and he has since developed a more Thomist position. He has had great influence in moral philosophy, both Protestant and Catholic theology, and political philosophy. Servais Pinckaers is a francophone Dominican and his theological formation was at LaSartre and Rome. He was a professor at the University of Fribourg. His attempt to revive Thomist moral theology is the best known. Although the content of his work is closer to that of MacIntyre than that of Finnis, his Dominican background and theological concerns set him off sharply from MacIntyre. The course will focus on these figures’ various approaches to such themes as moral goodness, practical reasoning, the common good and justice.

PHIL 5397: Philosophy of AI

This course examines the nature of AI and the ethical implications of its development and use. The first part discusses the nature of intelligence and the difference between human and artificial intelligence. It surveys philosophical theories about living beings, the human person, artifacts, and technology. The second part raises ethical questions about AI: the dignity of the human person, moral agency, the common good, copyright, safety, work, and education.

PHIL 5603: MA Comprehensive Exam Preparation Course

MA students would register for this 6 hour, non-tuition bearing course in the 4th semester of their MA program along with PHIL 5340: MA Comprehensive Exam Course ( a regular tuition bearing course, part of 30 hour MA) in order to maintain a full-time enrollment status.

PHIL 5605: Doctoral Exam Preparation I

A six-credit course to be taken by Ph.D. candidates who have completed course work and are either studying for Ph.D. Comprehensive Exams or preparing for their Dissertation Proposal Defense.

PHIL 5606: Doctoral Exam Preparation II

A six-credit course to be taken by Ph.D. candidates who have completed course work and are either studying for Ph.D. Comprehensive Exams or preparing for their Dissertation Proposal Defense.

PHIL 6100: Ph.D Dissertation

This dissertation guidance course is taken after the dissertation proposal has been approved. It is repeatable up to six total times.

PHIL 6308: Essence and Existence

Thomists distinctively hold the position that in creatures essence and existence are related to each other as potency to act. Since act is really distinct from potency, essence and existence are really distinct. This course will look at Thomas’ views on essence and existence in the context of later developments of the Thomistic position and criticisms.

PHIL 6390: MA Thesis Direction

Candidates for a BA/MA degree in the Center for Thomistic Studies must take either PHIL 6390, MA Thesis Direction or 5340 MA Comprehensive Exam Course. Students choosing PHIL 6390,in consultation with a faculty adviser, will select an MA paper submitted for a previous CTS course to be devel;oped into a thesis according to a plan agreed upon by both. The courseI is aimed at helping the student develop skills in research and writing. The acceptability of the paper is not essentially tied to length, and the faculty will accept quality papers in the 30 to 40 page range. The M.A. thesis must be approved by two readers, one of whom is the faculty adviser who approved and supervised the project.

PHIL 6392: Independent Study

Student research on a selected problem in the field pursued under the guidance of an assigned member of the faculty.

PHIL 6600: PhD Dissertation Continuation

This dissertation guidance course is taken after the dissertation proposal has been approved. It is repeated until the student completes the dissertation defense.

SPTHEO 5302: Biblical Hebrew

The course of Biblical Hebrew will present an introduction to the basis of the Classical Hebrew used in the Masoretic text. This course is essential to learn the basic semantic notions of the Biblical vocabulary that has marked the spirituality and theology of the Old Testament. By the end of this course the students will be able to write and read Hebrew words and translate Biblical phrases.

SPTHEO 5303: Biblical Greek

The course of Biblical Greek will present an introduction to the basis of the Koiné Greek used in the New testament and some texts of the Septuagint. This course is essential to learn the basic semantic notions of the Biblical vocabulary that has marked the spirituality and theology of the New Testament and the Magisterial vocabulary used to define diverse dogmatic formulations in the catholic Church. By the end of this course the students will be able to write and read Greek words and translate Biblical phrases.

SPTHEO 5304: Exegetical Methods

The course of exegetical methods will present an introduction and praxis of the most important exegetical techniques and approaches developed throughout the history of the Biblical Criticism. The knowledge and praxis of diverse exegetical methods will offer to the students’ multiple Biblical viewpoints to approach the canonical texts in order to discover its manifold levels of meanings.

SPTHEO 5305: Hispanic Hermeneutics

The course of Hispanic hermeneutics is a very unique application of hermeneutics. The hermeneutical process surges as a result of the exegetical study of the texts that needs to be interpreted through the specific viewpoint of the “Hispanic reality in the United States.” This sociological situation illuminates the interpretation of the academic study of the Biblical texts and its message becomes relevant to the modern reality of the Latino/a immigrant or Hispanic minorities in the United States.

SPTHEO 5306: Pentateuch

The course of Pentateuch will study the most important theological themes of the canonical books: i.e., Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, numbers, and Deuteronomy: their literary problems, their authorship, their literary genres, their history of the redaction that explains the formation of the books, and the exegesis of the most important periscopes that marked the theology and spirituality of the Judeo-Christian traditions.

SPTHEO 5307: Historical Books

The course of the Historical Books will study the most important theological themes of the canonical books: i.e., Joshua, Judges, 1-2Samuel, and 1-2 Kings: their literary problems, their authorship, their literary genres, their history of the redaction that explains the formation of the books, and the exegesis of the most important periscopes that marked the theology and spirituality of the Judeo-Christian traditions.

SPTHEO 5308: Prophets of Israel

The course of the Prophets of Israel will study the most important theological themes of the canonical books: i.e., Major and Minor Prophets: their literary problems, their authorship, their literary genres, their history of the redaction that explains the formation of the books, and the exegesis of the most important periscopes that marked the theology and spirituality of the Judeo-Christian traditions.

SPTHEO 5309: Poetic and Wisdom Writings

The course entitled Poetic and Wisdom Writings will study the most important theological themes of the canonical books, their literary problems, their authorship, their literary genres, their history of the redaction that explains the formation of the books, and the exegesis of the most important periscopes that marked the theology and spirituality of the Judeo-Christian traditions.

SPTHEO 5310: Synoptic Gospels and Acts of the Apostles

The Synoptic Gospels will be studied in this course and Acts of the Apostles with the different methods used by the Catholic Church for an understanding in the light of faith. This course explains the historical background, the narrative structures, the authorship of the canonical books, main theological contents and themes that marked the theology and spirituality of the Judeo-Christian traditions.

SPTHEO 5311: Paul and his Letters

The Pauline letters will be studied in this course in terms of their life settings, historical contexts and their Christian message through exegesis and pastoral hermeneutics pertinent to the current Latino/a reality. This course explains the historical background, the narrative structures, and the authorship of the canonical books, main theological contents and themes that marked the theology and spirituality of the Judeo-Christian traditions.

SPTHEO 5312: Catholic Epistles

The course of the Catholic Epistles will study the most important theological themes of the canonical letters: i.e., James, Jude, and 1-2 Peter: their literary problems, their authorship, their literary genres, their history of the redaction, and the exegesis of the most important periscopes that marked the theology and spirituality of the Judeo-Christian traditions.

SPTHEO 5313: Johannine Literature

The course of Johannine Literature will study the most important theological themes of the canonical letters: i.e., Gospel according to John, 1,2,3 John, and Revelation: their literary problems, their authorship, their literary genres, their history of the redaction, and the exegesis of the most important periscopes that marked the theology and spirituality of the Judeo-Christian traditions.

SPTHEO 5320: Intro to Theological Studies

This course will introduce students to the theological field including the different types of religious thought and the way in which Catholic theology has different branches of study throughout history. Special emphasis will be given to the Latino/a theology in the United States. **COURSE IS TAUGHT IN SPANISH

SPTHEO 5321: Catholic Morality

This class will cover a systematic study of the ethical principles of Catholic moral doctrine and its daily application in the modern world in such a way that the person can live according to the will of God.

SPTHEO 5322: The Gospels

The four Gospels will be studied in this course with the different methods used by the Catholic Church for understanding them in the light of faith. This course explains the background, the structure, the main contents, and the major themes of each gospel.

SPTHEO 5323: Fathers of the Church

This course will study of the Fathers of the Church. Doctrine and Christian beliefs will be studied as well as their apologetic defense against the attacks of the pagan religions.

SPTHEO 5324: Church History

In this subject a study of the history of the church from Its birth to the present time will be made, separating the moments and important changes throughout 1he centuries with Its main characters and events. Special attention will be given to the history of Hispanic Catholicism In the United States.

SPTHEO 5325: Theology and Themes of the Old Testament

This course will cover the Pentateuch, the historical, sap1entlal, an Cl prophetic books. The different methods of study, literary styles, origin and 1heologlcal thought predominating in each of these books wlll be presented and elucidated according to the main theological needs of the Hispanic communities.

SPTHEO 5326: Trinity and Incarnation

This course will study the central dogma of the Trinitarian nature of God and its main exponents. The mystery of Incarnation will be Intrinsically inter-related with Christology and the life of Jesus of Nazareth from his human and divine nature.

SPTHEO 5327: Foundations of the Catholic Faith

This course will present the basic foundations of the Catholic faith contained in the Catechism of the Catholic Church as teachings, beliefs, practices, and prayers. Basic truth& and identifications of the Catholic faith will be studied within the framework of the Hispanic pastoral reality.

SPTHEO 5328: Paul and his Letters

The Pauline letters will be studied in this course in terms of their life settings, historical contexts and their Christian message through an exegesis and a pastoral hermeneutics pertinent to the current Latino/a reality.

SPTHEO 5329: Mission of the Church

This course will cover missiology as the constant task of the Church to announce the gospel and an analysis of its philosophy, its theology, Its biblical bases, its historical guidelines, and its practices within the Hispanic Catholic community.

SPTHEO 5330: Mary and Piety

The study of the life of the Virgin Mary, its basis in Scripture, its dogmas and doctrines; Marian piety as an expression of faith of the different cultures, particularly of the Spanish-speaking community In the United States.

SPTHEO 5332: Theology of the Sacraments

Study of the sacramental principle: relationship of the sacraments to Christ and the Church; and biblical, historical and doctrinal introduction to the seven sacraments, with special emphasis on their role in Christian life

SPTHEO 5333: Sacraments in Parish Life Practicum

ln this course we will study sacramental theology In.Its pastoral application and liturgical celebration in the context of the parish Hispanic community in the different periods of the Church. Its biblical foundations and the Catholic tradition will be included. The student will complete a service project within a parish In which knowledge gained in this course will be applied.

THEO 2314: Theological Methods

An introduction to theology as a science, including its principles, sources, and methods, and an exploration of the parts of theology and how they cohere. Topics will include the skills and virtues necessary to the practice of theology; revelation and its witnesses in Sacred Scripture and Tradition; faith and its preambles; dogma and doctrine; development of doctrine; Magisterium; faith and reason; and the motives of credibility.

THEO 3311: Teachings of the Catholic Church

Introduction to the fundamentals of Catholic dogmatic theology, the science of sacred doctrine, as revealed in Scripture and Tradition and defined by the Magisterium of the Church.

THEO 3332: Theology of the Sacraments

Study of the sacramental principle: relationship of the sacraments to Christ and the Church; and biblical, historical and doctrinal introduction to the seven sacraments, with special emphasis on their role in Christian life.

THEO 3333: Theology of Worship

Worship, ritual and the human condition; Christian worship and the history of salvation; spiritual worship and liturgical action: objective and subjective aspects; play and festivity; sacred actions, times, and places; liturgy and holiness.

THEO 3336: Christian Spirituality

Systematic study of the concepts and practices of the Christian spiritual life, illustrated by reading selected texts from the great spiritual masters and writers of the Church.

THEO 3339: Christ the Savior

Basic themes concerned with the person and work of Jesus Christ as they emerge in scripture and tradition; emphasis on Jesus’ public ministry, the paschal mystery, and the Christology of both the early and contemporary Church; modern problems regarding the meaning of salvation.

THEO 3345: Theology of St. Thomas Aquinas

Introduction to the theological method and major contributions of St. Thomas. Each semester will concentrate on one of the following topics: God–Trinity, creation, the Holy Spirit, grace, the moral life, etc.

THEO 3349: Christ and the Moral Life

A study of fundamental Catholic teachings on the moral life, founded upon the truth that the power to live the moral life flows from Christ and the divinizing power of his grace, particularly in the sacraments. Course content includes the beatitudes, freedom, the morality of human acts and passions, moral conscience, the theological virtues, sin, social justice, and the Ten Commandments.

THEO 3351: Prophets of Ancient Israel

Prophecy in the Old Testament in its historical and religious contexts; critical methods of studying the prophets; current interpretations of the prophetic books.

THEO 3353: Pentateuch

The Torah in its historical and religious contexts; the development of pentateuchal criticism; critical methods of studying the Pentateuch; theologies of the different traditions and their relations to biblical theology as a whole.

THEO 3354: Synoptic Gospels

The synoptic gospels in their historical and religious contexts; critical methods of studying these gospels and their relations to biblical theology as a whole.

THEO 3355: Book of Psalms

Contemporary exegetical approaches to Psalms, including the genre of “psalm” with a comparison to similar literature from the ancient Near East; types of psalms; relation of the Psalter to temple and synagogue worship; interpretations of individual psalms.

THEO 3356: Theological Anthropology

Studies the Christian vision of man under the light of divine revelation; his creation in God's image and likeness, his ultimate end, and his spiritual and material faculties. Reading focus on the development of Christian anthropology in its historical context, both ancient and modern, as well as the anthropological foundations of moral action, ascetical praxis, and sacramental discipline. Primary source readings will typically be chosen from scripture, the fathers, and recent Magisterium, including documents of the Second Vatican Council, with an eye to comparison and contrast between Christian anthropology and modern and post-modern views of the human person. Key topics may include deification, personhood, freedom, the mind, passions, relationality, or sexuality.

THEO 3359: Theology and the Liberal Arts

Introduction to the tradition of Catholic reflection on liberal education. The course considers the nature of the liberal arts, the relationship between theology and the other disciplines from a theological point of view, the question of the unity of knowledge, and the spirituality proper to the life of learning.

THEO 3365: Gospel and Letters of John

The fourth gospel and the epistles of John; critical methods of Johannine study; current status of Johannine scholarship; theological messages of the gospel and epistles.

THEO 4321: Catholic Epistles

This course is designed to explore the historical and religious contexts of the Christian communities at the end of the first century as reflected Hebrews and in the Catholic Epistles: James, 1-2 Peter, Jude, and the three Johannine letters. Topics include: narrative characteristic of the Greek text, the problem of the authorship, internal and external problems of the Proto-Christian communities, literary analysis of selected periscopes and theological developments manifested in the texts.

THEO 4324: Christian Ethics and the Law

A theological examination of ethical issues relating to the making and application of the law: e.g., the concept of justice; legal positivism and the relation of civil and criminal law to ethics and the legitimacy of the adversary system; obligations relating to confidentiality, equal access to legal services, punishment and sentencing, contracts; the practice of law as a Christian calling.

THEO 4334: Social Justice and the Church

Catholic teaching on social, political and economic issues: freedom; law; conscience; marriage and family; political authority; just war and nuclear arms; human dignity and rights; work; private property and social justice.

THEO 4339: Celtic Spirituality

Systematic study of the concepts and practices of the Christian spiritual life, with a special emphasis placed upon an understanding of Celtic Spirituality and the influences of Anglo-Saxon spirituality on it. This study will be undertaken by a reading and study of selected texts by the great spiritual masters and writers of the Church from the Celtic and Anglo-Saxon tradition.

THEO 4347: Fathers of the Church

Lives and thoughts of the great saints and scholars of the first millennium who shaped the Church’s teaching and life. Reading their works is essential to the course. Among those to be discussed are the Desert Fathers, Origen, Basil, Ambrose and Augustine.

THEO 4348: Theology of the Body

Introduction to the writings of John Paul II on the sacramental nature of creation, and in particular, the human body, male and female. Marriage as sacrament of the Communion of Persons in the Trinity. The ethics of human sexuality as integral to the responsible relationship between persons and the theology of the total, reciprocal gift of persons.

THEO 4351: Wisdom in Israel

Introduction to the wisdom literature of the Old Testament: Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Qoheleth, Song of Songs, Wisdom and Sirach.

THEO 4360: John Henry Newman

A study of the thought and influence of John Henry Newman through a selection of his writings, including The Idea of a University.

THEO 4367: Mariology

Mary’s role in the salvation of humanity. Mary in scripture and in the tradition of the Church. The teaching of the contemporary magisterium: Pius XII, Vatican II, Paul VI, John Paul II. Mary in contemporary theology.

THEO 4368: Book of Revelation

Origin and development of apocalyptic literature in the Old Testament and the intertestamental period; formation, structure and style of the Book of Revelation; redactional and literary analysis of the text to define its theology and the situation which produced it.

THEO 4390: Triune God

Theology engages the mind and heart as a work of "faith seeking understanding." This course examines the Christian doctrine on God as one and trinitarian. It will explore the biblical/theological foundations, historical development, and contemporary approaches to the doctrine of the Trinity, with attention to the development of doctrine and how Trinitarian faith impacts the life, prayer and liturgy of Catholic Christians.

THEO 5332: Theology of the Sacraments

Study of the sacramental principle: relationship of the sacraments to Christ and the Church; and biblical, historical and doctrinal introduction to the seven sacraments, with special emphasis on their role in Christian life.

THEO 5339: Christ the Savior

Basic themes concerned with the person and work of Jesus Christ as they emerge in scripture and tradition; emphasis on Jesus' public ministry, the paschal mystery, and the Christology of both the early and contemporary Church; modern problems regarding the meaning of salvation.

THEO 5349: Christ and the Moral Life

A study of fundamental Catholic teachings on the moral life, founded upon the truth that the power to live the moral life flows from Christ and the divinizing power of his grace, particularly in the sacraments. Course content includes the beatitudes, freedom, the morality of human acts and passions, moral conscience, the theological virtues, sin, social justice, and the Ten Commandments.

THEO 5351: Prophets of Ancient Israel

Prophecy in the Old Testament in its historical and religious contexts; critical methods of studying the prophets; current interpretations of the prophetic books.

THEO 5353: Pentateuch

The Torah in its historical and religious contexts; the development of pentateuchal criticism; critical methods of studying the Pentateuch; theologies of the different traditions and their relations to biblical theology as a whole.

THEO 5354: Synoptic Gospels

The synoptic gospels in their historical and religious contexts; critical methods of studying these gospels and their relations to biblical theology as a whole.

THEO 5355: Book of Psalms

Contemporary exegetical approaches to Psalms, including the genre of “psalm” with a comparison to similar literature from the ancient Near East; types of psalms; relation of the Psalter to temple and synagogue worship; interpretations of individual psalms.

THEO 5361: Biblical Exegesis

This class studies the interpretation of the Sacred Scriptures, including the contribution from the Patristic and Medieval period as well as from modern Biblical scholarship. Special attention will be paid to the tensions between modern Biblical scholarship and the Patristic and medieval tradition of interpreting the Bible, as well as to the areas in which the two traditions might enrich each other. The course attends to the philosophic and theological questions inextricable from Biblical exegesis.

THEO 5362: Theology of Grace

This course undertakes to examine the theological, historical, and dogmatic aspects of the doctrine of Grade in the Catholic tradition, and emphasis will be placed on central thinkers such as Augustine and Thomas Aquinas as well as certain important modern controversies.

THEO 5365: Gospel and Letters of John

The fourth gospel and the epistles of John; critical methods of Johannine study; current status of Johannine scholarship; theological messages of the gospel and epistles.

THEO 5367: MA Thesis Direction

Masters students will work with a thesis director to select a topic and write a thesis proving mastery of the subject matter.

THEO 5375: Patristics I

This course offers close readings of influential works from some of the most important Eastern Church Fathers for the development of the Catholic Theological and dogmatic traditions. The course is usually taught with a unified theological theme in mind.

THEO 5376: Patristics II

This course undertakes an examination of the life and thought of St. Augustine and includes a close reading of some of his most influential works.

THEO 5377: Medieval Theology I

This course undertakes a reading of important theological selections from the Early Scholastic period, ranging from Anselm, Abelard, the Victorines and Bonaventure.

THEO 5378: Medieval Theology II

This course undertakes a reading of selections from Thomas Aquinas (and other Dominicans such as Albert the Great and Catherine of Siena) for the development of the Catholic theological and dogmatic traditions.

THEO 5382: The Triune God

Theology engages the mind and heart as a work of "faith seeking understanding." This course examines the Christian doctrine on God as one and trinitarian. It will explore the biblical/theological foundations, historical development, and contemporary approaches to the doctrine of the Trinity, with attention to the development of doctrine and how Trinitarian faith impacts the life, prayer and liturgy of Catholic Christians.

THEO 5383: Modern Theology I

This course examines the history and theology of the Catholic Church from 1860-1960, including Vatican I, Aeterni Patris and the Thomistic revival, the Modernist Crisis, and the nouvelle théologie.

THEO 5384: Modern Theology II

A theological exploration of the documents of Vatican II and related documents of the magisterium, their theological and historical context, and the grounding in Scripture and Tradition. Special attention is given to ressourcement and aggiornamento and to the "hermeneutics of reform" and "hermeneutics of continuity" as contrasted with a "hermeneutic of rapture."

THEO 6321: Catholic Epistles

This course is designed to explore the historical and religious contexts of the Christian communities at the end of the first century as reflected Hebrews and in the Catholic Epistles: James, 1-2 Peter, Jude, and the three Johannine letters. Topics include: narrative characteristic of the Greek text, the problem of the authorship, internal and external problems of the Proto-Christian communities, literary analysis of selected periscopes and theological developments manifested in the texts.

THEO 6324: Christian Ethics and the Law

A theological examination of ethical issues relating to the making and application of the law: e.g., the concept of justice; legal positivism and the relation of civil and criminal law to ethics and the legitimacy of the adversary system; obligations relating to confidentiality, equal access to legal services, punishment and sentencing, contracts; the practice of law as a Christian calling.

THEO 6325: Faith and Moral Development

An examination of the stages, processes and methods of Christian moral development. Topics include: how ethical norms are known; relation of faith to ethics; the concept of habit and the development of theological and moral virtues; the effect of culture on morals; the role of myth, symbol and identification in moral development; academic subjects and moral development.

THEO 6334: Social Justice and the Church

Catholic teaching on social, political and economic issues: freedom; law; conscience; marriage and family; political authority; just war and nuclear arms; human dignity and rights; work; private property and social justice.

THEO 6339: Celtic Spirituality

Systematic study of the concepts and practices of the Christian spiritual life, with a special emphasis placed upon an understanding of Celtic Spirituality and the influences of Anglo-Saxon spirituality on it. This study will be undertaken by a reading and study of selected texts by the great spiritual masters and writers of the Church from the Celtic and Anglo-Saxon tradition.

THEO 6351: Wisdom in Israel

Introduction to the wisdom literature of the Old Testament: Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Qoheleth, Song of Songs, Wisdom and Sirach.

THEO 6360: John Henry Newman

A study of the thought and influence of John Henry Newman through a selection of his writings, including The Idea of a University.

THEO 6367: Mariology

Mary’s role in the salvation of humanity. Mary in scripture and in the tradition of the Church. The teaching of the contemporary magisterium: Pius XII, Vatican II, Paul VI, John Paul II. Mary in contemporary theology.

THEO 6368: Book of Revelation

Origin and development of apocalyptic literature in the Old Testament and the intertestamental period; formation, structure and style of the Book of Revelation; redactional and literary analysis of the text to define its theology and the situation which produced it.

THEO 6374: Modern Challenges to Christianity

The impact of the 19th and early 20th century scientific, economic, philosophical and psychological critiques of Christianity; emphasis on method for analyzing theological responses to these and other contemporary challenges.