Courses

Examination of history, aesthetics, economics, and ideology of youth media, from children's to teen and young adult media forms and modes, in the United States from the late 1940s to the present. Course may focus on particular youth media including children's television or teen media.

Examination of history, aesthetics, economics, and ideology of youth media, from children's to teen and young adult media forms and modes, in the United States from the late 1940s to the present. Course may focus on particular youth media including children's television or teen media.

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.

Application of youth development philosophy in community settings; principles and practices of community youth development and existing youth development models; local efforts related to community youth development.

Role of community-based sports in developing healthy youth; ways in which sport programs can be designed to maximize physical, intellectual, emotional, and social outcomes; role of key adults and institutions in the delivery of youth sport experiences.

Students are provided with specific background and knowledge in how to appropriately Central to this course is the development of an attitude that perceives youth prepared to promote youth fitness in an effective and scientific manner.

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.

Twentieth century history of youth in Asia; social, cultural and political youth movements; roots of rebellions and conformities; colonialism and post-colonialism; war and anti-war movements; role of hippies, class and consumerism; femininity and masculinity; globalization and national identity; religion and morality; education; music.

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.