Courses

Advances in genetics and genomics, and especially the sequencing of the human genome, are making it possible to customize medical care to the specific needs of an individual. This course will introduce students to basic concepts in genetics and genomic sciences, as well as familiarize them with the various tools available that enable personalization of healthcare. Students from a wide range of disciplines with minimum scientific background can participate, and there is no required textbook.

Advanced Course. You Teach Me: Autoimmune Effector Mechanisms and Inflammation in Type 1 and 2 Diabetes. This course will begin with a general overview of Type 1 and 2 diabetes, but in later weeks, students are given the opportunity to teach and describe a particular cell type and/or immune effector molecule that pertains to Type 1 or 2 diabetes pathogenesis. The teaching topic is for the presenter to decide, but the course master will provide guidance and input.

Youth and Family Ministry is a practical study, which presents biblical approaches to youth ministry as applied to organizational structures, student leadership, recruiting and training volunteers, monthly and yearly planning programs, publicity, budgeting, and fundraising. The topic “youth ministry in small churches” receives special attention.

This seminar provides an introduction to historical accounts of and psychological and sociological examinations of youth, as well as popular representations, in order to critique the nature and significance of youth cultures. Writing proficiency is required for a passing grade in this course. A student who does not write with the skill normally required of an upper- division student will not earn a passing grade, no matter how well the student performs in other areas of the course.

A comprehensive examination of theory and practice in contemporary youth development leadership and youth serving agencies. SMR 425 Contemporary Issues in Sport Management and Recreation (3) Prerequisite(s): Junior standing. The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the fundamental concepts associated with current issues and trends within the Sport Management and Recreational Leadership field.

This course presents an analysis of youth gang history and describes the characteristics of gang members. It includes gang violence and the effects of youth gangs on society. The theories, practices and various approaches to youth gang intervention are reviewed.

The goal of the Youth Leadership Forum (YLF) is to develop a network of young adults with disabilities who realize their ability to pursue meaningful employment and societal contributions, while helping break down the barriers to independence for people with disabilities. Students taking RHB 9920 serve as group leaders for YLF participants and organize and carry out group activities and participant events.

Developing, managing, and evaluating formal and informal youth education programs; training volunteers for youth development programs; securing and developing supporting resources. Departmental approval. May count either CTCT 7010 or CTCT 7016. 422 College of Education

Methods and principles of organizing and administering youth sports programs. Activities include directed practical experiences.

This course will focus on the biology, husbandry, and management of zebrafish used as an animal model of human disease in biomedical research. Topics will include anatomy, physiology, systems design, water quality management, behavior and enrichment, spawning and larviculture, nutrition and live feeds, diseases, quarantine, biosecurity, and regulatory compliance.