T6 Case Problem 2 The Lyman Hall Theater

[Timmy Tatel]

Explorethe practice of arts administration with a focus on cultural advocacy in the arts today. Evaluate examples in the humanities and the visual and performing arts industries surveying leadership, management, marketing, social media, community engagement, budgeting, grants, research and development. Practical application of studies culminate in a cultural advocacy project.

Explores theory and practice of writing in arts and cultural, social service, and other non-governmental agencies. Students learn to compose and revise genres in grant proposals, fundraising letters, and other advocacy documents. (Cross-listed with ENG 280)

A supervised independent capstone project in Arts Administration and Cultural Advocacy, culminating in a public arts or cultural advocacy project. Approval of proposal, final presentation, and regular reporting to faculty sponsor required.

Financial accounting theory and practice oriented toward the use of financial statements for decision making. Accounting transactions are analyzed, recorded, and summarized for the preparation of general purpose financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.

The third of a three-course sequence. This continuation of Intermediate Accounting covers such topics as revenue recognition, accounting for income taxes, pensions, and leases. Accounting changes, corrections of errors, the statement of cash flows and disclosure issues are also included.

Building upon the fundamentals of accounting learned in prior courses, students will explore accounting concepts through the application of data analytics. Students will gain an understanding of data analytic thinking and terminology applied to accounting topics as well as hands-on experience with data analytics software packages, such as Microsoft Excel and Tableau.

The federal income tax law as it applies to individuals, corporations, and partnerships. Topics emphasized include individual taxable income and property transactions. Additional topics include corporate taxable income and income from partnerships and S corporations.

Students prepare individual tax returns under the IRS sponsored Volunteer Income Tax (VITA) preparation program interfacing with actual tax payers from the community using tax preparation software. Responsibilities associated with tax ethics, taxpayer identification, confidentiality and e-filing will be emphasized.

Study of the application of accounting principles, theories, and methods to the detection, investigation, prosecution, and prevention of fraud and financial/white collar crimes. Covers the collection, preservation, and presentation of evidence both in hard copy and electronic formats for purposes of litigation support.

Advanced corporate topics including business combinations, consolidated financial statements, and other business topics. Additional topics include the definition and valuation of other economic entities.

A study of International Accounting Standards (IAS)/International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) including analysis and interpretation with respect to assets, liabilities, shareholders' equity, revenues and expenses, accounting for the translation of transactions and foreign subsidiary financial statements, and comparative accounting. In addition, the Standards Convergence efforts of the U.S. Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) and the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB), and the implications of the adopting of IAS/IFRS by the European Union will be discussed.

A focus on the integration of previous accounting knowledge featuring case analyses, the online codification database, and CPA examination questions. Topics include: history of standard setting in accounting, advanced international accounting, ethical decision-making models, and other current relevant topics. The transition from student to professional is emphasized.

An introduction to the types of critical thinking necessary for the study of culture. A focus on the ways in which cultural anthropologists gather evidence, analyze that evidence, and synthesize conclusions. The course includes material from a variety of cultures around the world and a significant discussion of the diversity of human social life.

Study of living cultures, stressing such aspects of social organization as religion, economics, political behavior, language, kinship, and art. While the models used are primarily so-called traditional societies, efforts are directed toward the comparison of all types of cultures and societies existing in the world today.

Globalization as a cultural process. The impact of globalization on communities throughout the world with attention to political, social, and economic aspects in regard to gender equity, poverty and inequality, cultural diversity, environment, and social justice and human rights.

An introduction to the anthropological study of language including the nature, structure of language; the sociocultural functions and uses of language; theory and the study of meaning; language variations; the evolution and learning of language, and the nature of language change.

An introduction into ethnographic writing. Students will be expected to write about the society and culture which surround them in their everyday lives. Students will also be reading some examples of ethnographic writing by professional anthropologists. Engagement with the work of fellow students is an important component of this class.

A survey of biocultural diversity in human groups around the world today. Explores the interactions between human biology and cultural practices, along with the role of local environments. Topics include disease and wellness, race, gender and sexuality, genetic engineering, and body modification.

Examines the speaking self from a social perspective. Students will consider how a sense of self is formed within particular cultures and particular linguistic communities, as well as to consider the ongoing effects of self-formation throughout life.

Major patterns characterizing Latin American cultures of Spanish heritage. Mesoamerica is studied intensively; the world view and major social institutions of indigenous and Spanish antecedents as well as of contemporary tribal and national culture are considered.

A critical examination of what and how we know about the human past through the comparison of fictional accounts with the actual archaeological record. Emphasis will be placed on the methods, logic, and analogies used to identify past human behavior. Famous prehistoric frauds and myths conceived by pseudoarchaeologists and novelists also are discussed.

An overview of the scientific method and its application to the analysis of physical evidence as it impacts investigations and court proceedings. Topics include the study of basic methods of documentation, collection and preservation of physical evidence; general schemes for the analysis of chemical and biological evidence; identification and individualization of firearms, fingerprints, imprints, documents, hairs, fibers, blood and body fluids, paint, drugs and poisons, patterns, and other materials associated with crimes. The course material is reinforced through the use of actual case studies, hands-on exercises, and class exercises.

Practical experience on an archaeological excavation. Application of archaeological methods and theory to explore diverse lifestyles of people in past and gain a complex understanding of cultural evolution. Advanced experience in the analysis and handling of artifacts, including cultural, skeletal and fossil remains. Emphasis on processing an archaeological investigation. Course may be repeated up to 12 credits.

Offers insight into contemporary issues affecting Indigenous people in North America. Investigation of Indigenous identity, legacies of colonialism, traditional homelands, stereotype, art and cultural property, repatriation and legislation, tribal recognition, and sovereignty. Contextualized through lenses of history and politics.

An exploration of cultural diversities and continuities of the Caribbean region through ethnographic case studies. Topics include a historical overview, the role of slavery in the construction of these societies, and current issues: political economy, labor and migration, tourism, religion and resistance, kinship and the division of labor.

An examination of the prehistoric archaeological record in Africa, from the earliest archaeological traces (approximately 2.6 million years ago) to the rise of the early African kingdoms. The most prominent sites, particularly in eastern and southern Africa, are featured. Recent discoveries and current debates within the field of Africanist archaeology are highlighted.

Provides students with knowledge of basic concepts of case and crime scene investigation; scene and investigative personnel management; nature of investigative personnel roles; steps in the processing of scenes and evidence; methods of documentation; general and specialized techniques for the recognition, identification, and individualization of evidence; sources of investigative information; interview techniques; reconstruction of events; and legal and ethical considerations during criminal investigations.

Case studies of famous criminal cases following disciplines of forensic science involved and applying the science and procedure to the commission of the crime, facts of the case, elements of the violated criminal statute, and ultimate disposition of the case. Examines original case documentation including police and first responder reports, evidence documentation, laboratory reports, and trial motions.

Looks at the biology of sex differences in humans and how culture influences gender roles and identity. Explores the intersecting identities within the LGBT+ community. Topics include sexual health, sexuality, gender and violence, transgender and non-binary identities, intersex conditions, and body image.

Examines how the classroom and other learning environments can be understood as cultural spaces. Emphasis is placed upon the intertwined nature of education and socialization, cultural perspectives on the cognitive features of learning, and cross-cultural understanding in the classroom.

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