Instructor: Cynthia Symons

Adult students learn and apply strategies for success in their return to college and lifelong learning. Major topics include setting academic, career and personal goals; stress management; time management; critical thinking and problem-solving; learning styles; and best practices. Also introduces students to Houghton College, our online platform, and program policies and procedures.

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Principles and application of interpersonal skills in the context of friendships and families. Includes personal and relational awareness, person perception, verbal and nonverbal communication, relational development, and gender communication. Liberal Arts.

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An overview of prominent approaches to moral philosophy, such as contractualism, consequentialism and virtue theories. Consideration given to several applied topics, illustrating the strengths and limitations of the theories considered. Liberal Arts.

Instructor: Änna Pettway

Scientific study of thinking, emotion and behavior. Surveys theories, issues and concepts of psychology. May include research participation requirements. Fulfills half of General Education Social Sciences requirement. Liberal Arts.

Instructor: Julian Cook

Race and American Christianity explores the complex role of American Protestant Christianity in the construction of historic and contemporary notions of race and U.S. systems of racial hierarchy. The course gives sustained attention to the sociopolitical dimensions of race in shaping American Christian identities, practices, and ideology. THEL 295 centers an interdisciplinary pedagogy that weaves theology, ethics, critical race theory, history, anti-racist activism, African-American and gender studies. Students are encouraged and equipped to critically reflect on and interrogate the role of race and faith in the formation of their own and others’ values, spiritual practices, lifeworlds, churches and local communities. Special attention will be given to topics such as: anti-black violence, mass incarceration, whiteness studies, Black feminist resources in anti-racist activism, reparations and racial reconciliation. Scholars to be read and engaged include: Kelly Brown Douglas, George Yancy, James Cone, Jennifer Harvey and Ibram Kendi. Liberal Arts

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Theme-based seminar course in close reading, critical thinking and the process of engaged writing. Techniques of expression, analysis and response. Fulfills General Education WRIT 101 requirement. Liberal Arts.

Instructor: Ken Bates

Familiarizes students with the knowledge, roles, responsibilities and skills required of new managers. Special attention given to managerial decision-making, problem-solving, information and human resources issues.

Instructor: Alison Young – Reusser

Descriptive and inferential statistics: measures of central tendency and variability, discrete and continuous probability functions, sampling, estimation, hypothesis testing, correlation, regression, chi-square and ANOVA. Liberal Arts.

Instructor: Daniel Minchen

Study of the techniques used in collection and analysis of secondary and primary data and use of that format for decision-making in marketing environment. Student teams work on real business marketing research projects. Prerequisite: ECON 201 (or permission), BADM/COMM 218

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Study of the principles of leadership found in biblical leaders, throughout history and in our own lives. Designed as an interdisciplinary course specifically to help guide personal understanding of leadership responsibilities and abilities. Intended not only for individuals who aspire to positions of leadership or those who think they have what are normally considered “leadership” abilities but for anyone seeking to understand how to better be able to influence others for good, regardless of their profession, position, gifts or calling. Fulfills requirements for majors in BADM and SRWM departments. Liberal Arts.

Instructor: Deborah Rice

Advanced topics in human resources (HR), ethics, change management, workforce planning, talent management, competitive strategy, total rewards and HR performance metrics. Designed to help students catch the excitement of (and respect for) the responsibilities associated with managing the people resources of any organization, to provide the opportunity and structure for advanced personal preparation for entry into the field of HR management, and to simultaneously prepare students to pass the Society of Human Resources Management Assurance of Learning Assessment Exam. Prerequisite: BADM 314 or permission

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Explores the concept of total rewards along with its fundamental elements and strategic prevalence in attracting, motivating and retaining valued employees. Additional focus allocated to compensation and benefits, relevant philosophies, designs and best practices, incorporating latest issues/trends along with their potential implications. Students participate in strategic goal and program development, examining how total rewards, compensation and benefit designs impact individual/organization performance and contribute to defining organization culture. Prerequisites: BADM 314 or permission

Instructor: Cynthia Symons

Survey of causes and consequences of crime and the social responses in the legal system: policing, the courts, the varieties of sentencing options and outcomes, and routes to restoration. Liberal Arts.

Instructor: Paul Young

Informed discussion of significant contemporary concepts and issues. Includes development of an individual or group research project on some aspect of the field. Professional preparation, including processes for civil service exams. Required of all senior majors. Prerequisites: PSY/BADM 309, PSY 310/SOC 312. Liberal Arts.

Instructor: Änna Pettway

Scientific study of thinking, emotion and behavior. Surveys theories, issues and concepts of psychology. May include research participation requirements. Fulfills half of General Education Social Sciences requirement. Liberal Arts.

Instructor: Änna Pettway

Etiology, dynamics, assessment and treatment of psychopathology. Liberal Arts. Prerequisite: 6 hours in psychology

Instructor: Alison Young-Reusser

Descriptive and inferential statistics: measures of central tendency and variability, discrete and continuous probability functions, sampling, estimation, hypothesis testing, correlation, regression, chi-squared and ANOVA. Liberal Arts.

Instructor: Cynthia Symons

Experimental and other quantitative methods used in the study of thinking and behavior. Applied statistical analysis, laboratory experiences and research writing. Liberal Arts. Prerequisite: PSY 309

Instructor: Paul Young

Informed discussion of significant and contemporary concepts and issues. Includes development of an individual research or group project on some aspect of the discipline. Required of all senior majors. Liberal Arts. Prerequisites: PSY 309, 310, 21 credits of psychology.

Instructor: Michael Jordan

Investigation of the biblical, historical and practical foundations for ministry as essential components of Christian vocation. Lay and professional aspects of ministry explored in the context of the vocational call. A broad overview of ministry-related fields including parish, educational, cross-cultural and parachurch ministries. Recommended for anyone interested in any form of full-time ministry.

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An overview of prominent approaches to moral philosophy, such as contractualism, consequentialism and virtue theories. Consideration given to several applied topics, illustrating the strengths and limitations of the theories considered.

Instructor: Julian Cook

Race and American Christianity explores the complex role of American Protestant Christianity in the construction of historic and contemporary notions of race and U.S. systems of racial hierarchy. The course gives sustained attention to the sociopolitical dimensions of race in shaping American Christian identities, practices, and ideology. THEL 295 centers an interdisciplinary pedagogy that weaves theology, ethics, critical race theory, history, anti-racist activism, African-American and gender studies. Students are encouraged and equipped to critically reflect on and interrogate the role of race and faith in the formation of their own and others’ values, spiritual practices, lifeworlds, churches and local communities. Special attention will be given to topics such as: anti-black violence, mass incarceration, whiteness studies, Black feminist resources in anti-racist activism, reparations and racial reconciliation. Scholars to be read and engaged include: Kelly Brown Douglas, George Yancy, James Cone, Jennifer Harvey and Ibram Kendi. Liberal Arts

Instructor:  Ken Schecnk

Survey of the types of literature found in the Bible. Considers the origin of the biblical texts and canon, basic issues of interpretation (hermeneutics), and an outline of the history of Israel and of the New Testament church as a backdrop for the message. Literary, historical and theological aspects of selected texts are explored. Prerequisite for all Bible courses and THEL 209. Faith Foundation: Bible. Fulfills General Education BIBL 101 requirement. Liberal Arts.

Instructor: Cynthia Symons

Adult students learn and apply strategies for success in their return to college and lifelong learning. Major topics include setting academic, career and personal goals; stress management; time management; critical thinking and problem-solving; learning styles; and best practices. Also introduces students to Houghton College, our online platform, and program policies and procedures.

Instructor: Karen Daugherty

Introduction to the sociological perspective and sociology program emphasis. Explore environment, development, social work and marriage–family topics and issues. Understand social and cultural influences on human action, relationship between our personal lifestyles and society, and how to address challenges facing communities. Fulfills half of General Education Social Sciences requirement. Liberal Arts.

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Introductory survey of the main beliefs and practices that constitute the Christian tradition. Christianity is approached in a way that overcomes the traditional division between doctrine and practice. Explores the biblical, theological, historical, ethical and spiritually formative aspects of the Christian faith. Aims to help students develop a personal theology and life perspective informed by Christian faith and Christian spirituality. Liberal Arts. Prerequisite for all other THEL courses. IS–Faith Foundation: Theology. Fulfills General Education THEL 209 requirement. Prerequisite: BIBL 101

Instructor: Julian Cook

Instructor: Elianna McHenry

Introduction to the accounting and finance concepts used most often by managers including understanding and analysis of financial statements, budgeting, working capital management, and financing alternatives.

Instructor: Alison Young-Reusser

Descriptive and inferential statistics: measures of central tendency and variability, discrete and continuous probability functions, sampling, estimation, hypothesis testing, correlation, regression, chi-square and ANOVA. Liberal Arts.

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An historic and present-day overview of the American advertising business and its effectiveness in creating consumer demand for products and services using print, broadcast and Internet-based media. Examines and critiques creative executions targeted at key audience segments. Typically includes a group advertising project.

Instructor: Cynthia Symons

Focus on dynamic processes affecting task-oriented work groups, including formation, development, maturity and effectiveness. Addresses goals, interactions, problem recognition, interventions and team meetings

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Examination of recruiting, selection and performance appraisal and an understanding of all facets of performance management including training and development, developing reward systems, performance measurement, equal employment practices, counseling, and promotion processes. Discussions also include strategies to recruit, retain and develop a diverse workforce. Prerequisite: BADM 314 or permission

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Development of theory and innovative practice relevant to leadership and organizational change. Major topics include change processes within organizations; intervention strategies in organizations to improve effectiveness; studies of such interventions; the roles of change agents; and problems of self-awareness, responsibility and the political consequences of organizational development theory and practice. Prerequisite: BADM 210 or BADM 212 or permission

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Concepts and principles, theories, and research methods associated with the development of the individual from early adolescence to young adulthood. Liberal Arts.

Instructor: Alison Young-Reusser

Descriptive and inferential statistics: measures of central tendency and variability, discrete and continuous probability functions, sampling, estimation, hypothesis testing, correlation, regression, chi-squared and ANOVA. Liberal Arts.

Instructor: Cynthia Symons

Experimental and other quantitative methods used in the study of thinking and behavior. Applied statistical analysis, laboratory experiences and research writing. Liberal Arts. Prerequisite: PSY 309

Instructor:  Änna Pettway

The etiology, dynamics and treatment of psychopathology in children. The main objective is to think developmentally about psychopathology as it unfolds from childhood through adolescence. Liberal Arts.

Instructor:  Änna Pettway

Examines sexuality as a component of our personalities, an aspect of our behavior and an element in our environment. Considers how sexuality develops and interacts with other aspects of our thought and behavior. Liberal Arts.

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Historical survey of institutional correction: methods, goals, prison design and operation. Considers life inside the walls and after release. Probation, parole and restorative justice in community settings. Liberal Arts.

Instructor:  Ken Schecnk

Survey of the types of literature found in the Bible. Considers the origin of the biblical texts and canon, basic issues of interpretation (hermeneutics), and an outline of the history of Israel and of the New Testament church as a backdrop for the message. Literary, historical and theological aspects of selected texts are explored. Prerequisite for all Bible courses and THEL 209. Faith Foundation: Bible. Fulfills General Education BIBL 101 requirement. Liberal Arts.

Instructor: Michael Walters

Focus is on the preparation and delivery of sermons. Combines the theory of organizational structure with the tools and techniques for biblically based preaching. Includes practice in preparing and preaching various types of expository sermons. Prerequisite: COMM 101 or permission

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Introductory survey of the main beliefs and practices that constitute the Christian tradition. Christianity is approached in a way that overcomes the traditional division between doctrine and practice. Explores the biblical, theological, historical, ethical and spiritually formative aspects of the Christian faith. Aims to help students develop a personal theology and life perspective informed by Christian faith and Christian spirituality. Liberal Arts. Prerequisite for all other THEL courses. IS–Faith Foundation: Theology. Fulfills General Education THEL 209 requirement. Prerequisite: BIBL 101

Instructor: Julian Cook

Instructor: Kristina Lacelle-Peterson

Study of the Wesleyan movement from the Wesleys to the present. Emphases on the history of The Wesleyan Church and the doctrine of holiness. Liberal Arts. Prerequisite: THEL 209