An introductory investigation of public health that explores the development and scope of the discipline of public health, and issues that have been raised with regard to the practice of public health.
Provides an appreciation for antiracist health-professionalism by examining the intersection of racism and healthcare and how this intersection shapes the way we treat and interact with one another across a wide spectrum of differing identities.
Introduces the principles and practices of analytical writing as applied to Health issues facing populations. Using literature and current events as a foundation, students learn different approaches to writing about issues relevant to the field of public health, including systemic racism and health equity. Prerequisite: ENGL 1001 or equivalent.
A course which is tailored to fit the interests of a specific student, which occurs outside the traditional classroom/laboratory setting under the supervision of a faculty member, for which credit is awarded. Offered at department discretion.
Introduces basic issues that underlie health disparities, with a focus on the connection between racism and health disparities in the U.S.
On-site supervised work experience combined with a structured academic learning plan directed by a faculty member or a faculty-staff team in which a faculty member is the instructor of record, for which academic credit is awarded. Offered at department discretion.
In stages, create a project proposal and evaluation plan for a health-related program. A complete proposal and evaluation plan will be required of each student as the final course outcome. Prerequisites: HSCI 2300; Public Health Sciences major; minimum Junior standing.
The health-related capstone is a service-learning based course that provides an opportunity to integrate academic learning and skills while gaining exposure to health issues and populations through a service placement with a community agency. Prerequisites: HSCI 3300, HSCI 2200, HSCI 2400, HSCI 3100, HSCI 2500, HSCI 2300, HSCI 2100; Public Health Sciences major; minimum Senior standing.