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Liberal Arts and Sciences Cross-Disciplinary
Studies
Zora D. Zimmerman, Associate Dean for Academic Programs
Zora D. Zimmerman, Associate Dean for Academic
Programs
Cross-disciplinary studies in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
encompass programs of study and courses that cross established departmental
lines.
Cross-Disciplinary Programs
African American Studies Program (Minor
only) see Index, African American Studies.
American Indian Studies Program (Minor only) see Index, American
Indian Studies.
Biological/Premedical Illustration Program (Major or minor) see
Index, Biological/Pre-
Medical Illustration.
Classical Studies (Minor only) see Index, Classical Studies.
Criminal Justice Studies (Minor only) see Index, Criminal Justice
Studies.
Emerging Global Disease (Minor only) see Index, Emerging Global
Disease.
Environmental Science (Major or minor) seeIndex, Environmental Science.
Environmental Studies (Secondary minor or major) see Index, Environmental
Studies.
The Honors Program in Liberal Arts and Sciences see Index, Honors
Program.
Interdisciplinary Studies Program (Major only) see Index, Interdisciplinary
Studies.
International Studies Program (Second major or minor) see Index,
International Studies.
U.S. Latino/a Studies Program
Program Director: H. Avalos
Program Director: H. Avalos
U.S. Latino/a Studies is devoted to the study of Mexican Americans,
Puerto Ricans, Cuban Americans and other groups of people living
in the United States who trace their ancestry to the Spanish-speaking
countries of Latin America, and who comprise the fastest growing
ethnic groups in America. U.S. Latino/a Studies is to be distinguished
from Latin American studies, which focuses on people living in Latin
America. The methodology of U.S. Latino/a Studies is cross-disciplinary,
drawing from the methods established in anthropology, sociology,
political science, economics, history, literary studies, and other
fields.
In addition to the general requirements of a major in Interdisciplinary
Studies, (see Index, Interdisciplinary Studies) a major in Interdisciplinary
Studies focusing on U.S. Latino/a Studies would require the completion
of 24 credit hours. At least 15 of the 24 credits must be in courses
numbered 300 and above. These 24 credits in the major focusing on
U.S. Latino/a Studies must include the following courses, each of
which is worth three credits: LAS 211 (Introduction to U.S. Latino/a
Studies), Anthr 323 (Peoples and Cultures of Latin America), Engl
344 (U.S. Latino/a Literature); Hist 441 (History of Mexico and
Central America), or a course in U.S. Latino/a history, Relig 338
(The Latino/a Religious Experience); and Soc 332 (The Latino/a Experience
in U.S. Society).
The student must have an average grade of C in the required courses
of the major. Fulfillment of the foreign language requirement with
Spanish is strongly recommended, but not required. For a list of
other eligible courses and more information on the U.S. Latino/a
Studies Program, contact the program committee chair.
Linguistics Program (Major
or minor; graduate minor) see Index, Linguistics.
Premedical and Preprofessional Health Programs see Index, Preprofessional
Study.
Speech Communication Program (Major or minor) see Index, Speech
Communication.
Teacher Education Program see Index, Teacher Education, Courses
and Programs.
Technology and Social Change (Minor, graduate minor)
Women’s Studies Program (Major or minor) see Index, Women’s
Studies.
Courses Primarily for Undergraduate Students
LAS 101. Orientation for
Open Option and Preprofessional Students. (1-0) Cr. 0.5.
F.S. First 8 weeks. Liberal Arts and Sciences staff. Self-responsibility
and university procedures. LAS general education requirements, ISU
departments and programs, time management, academic study skills,
adjustment to the university environment. Required of all first
year students in the Open Option and Preprofessional Health Programs.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.
LAS 104. Personal Career Development. (2-0)
Cr. 2. F.S. Prereq: 12 credits of ISU coursework. Comprehensive
approach to personal career development; intensive self-analysis;
utilization of a computerized career exploration system; contact
with area professionals; examination of work in modern society and
the impact of technology on the future of work; exposure to job
search skills necessary for career choice implementation.
LAS 120. Study Abroad Credit. (Same
as IntSt 120.) See International Studies.
LAS 129. Introduction to Creativity.
(3-0) Cr. 3. S. Creativity and humor in the problem solving process.
The use of lateral thinking for developing new ideas.
LAS 130. Cross-Cultural Learning Community
Seminar. (1-0) Cr. 1. Required seminar for participants in
the Cross-Cultural Learning Community. The focus is on developing
students' cross-cultural communication skills, increasing their
awareness of international concerns and introducing them to international
sources and opportunities available at Iowa State University. Offered
on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.
LAS 150. Society, Culture and Change in a
Diverse Nation. Cr. 3. Prereq: Approval of instructor.
An analysis of contemporary patterns of diversity in the United
States. The focus will be on patterns of gender, class, ethnicity,
nationality, and race in the development of a multi-cultural society.
There will also be analysis of multiculturalism and national character.
LAS 211. Introduction to U.S. Latino/a Studies.
(3-0) Cr. 3. S. A survey of the people in the United States who
trace their origin to the Spanish-speaking countries of Latin America,
focusing principally on Mexican Americans, Puerto Ricans, and Cuban
Americans. History, religion, social structure, political participation,
literature, and other aspects of each group within the framework
of various sociological theories of ethnic identity and relationship.
LAS 220. Study Abroad Credit. (Same
as IntSt 220.) See International Studies.
LAS 235. Introduction to International Studies.
(Same as IntSt 235.) See International Studies.
LAS 250. Cultures in Transition. Cr.
3. An interdisciplinary introduction to a world region in a state
of rapid social and cultural transition. Discussion of the history,
social and political institutions, arts, economy, agriculture, and
environment of the new nations.
LAS 290. Special Problems. Cr. 1 to
3 each time taken. F.S.SS. Prereq: Freshman or sophomore classification.
This course may be taken only with permission of the dean of the
College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.
G. Catt Center Project. Cr. 1 to 3.
LAS 298. Internship/Co-op. Cr. R.
F.S.SS. Prereq: Permission of Business/Liberal Arts and Sciences
Career Services and the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences; sophomore
classification. Students participating in an internship or co-op
on a full-time basis must register for this course prior to beginning
their work experience to remain in full-time student status.
LAS 320. Study Abroad Credit.
(Same as IntSt 320.) See International Studies.
LAS 325. Asian American Cultures: History
and Community. Cr. 3. Prereq: Engl 105. Development
of Asian American cultures in the United States from 1850 to present.
Immigration and settlement patterns, legal issues, social movements,
assimilation, media, stereotypes and the impact of these phenomena
on community building and the evolution of culture.
LAS 350. Topics in Interdisciplinary Studies.
Cr. 2-4. Prereq: Engl 105. Content varies.
LAS 380. Orientation for Life in Iowa Service
Learning Practicum. Cr. 1. F.S. Second 8 weeks. Open to students
from across the curriculum. Prepares students for service learning
in Iowa communities. Class work examines the sustainable community
from five perspectives: politically, economically, spiritually,
ecologically, and in community. Students perform research and asset
mapping of the community in which they will be working.
LAS 381. Life in Iowa Seminar. Cr.
3. F.S. Introduces students to the philosophy and ethics of bioregionalism,
emphasizing the profound connections between humans and their environment.
Students examine the attributes of humane, livable communities and
healthy natural environments. Students will be eligible for Life
in Iowa paid internships and service learning practica, and may
perform research and asset mapping of an Iowa community in preparation
for internship.
LAS 382. Life in Iowa Service Learning Practicum.
Cr. 4. F.S.SS. Introduces students to community-based learning
for leadership and service in locations throughout the state. Student
resides in an Iowa community to work on a locally defined project.
Guided activity/reflection (via WEBCT) and a final report are required.
LAS 383. Life in Iowa Internship.
Cr. 4. SS. Student resides in community, usually as part of a team,
for 10 weeks during the summer. Internships are tailored to the
student's academic major and directed particularly to community
leadership and sustainability. In addition, at least 100 hours of
community service to the host community are required while in residence.
Campus and community mentors help design and oversee both the internship
and the service learning practicum. Guided reflection and a final
report are required.
LAS 385. The Holocaust. (2-0) Cr.
2 or (3-0) Cr. 3. F. An examination of the religious, social, scientific,
and historical contexts for the Nazi destruction of European Jewry.
Topics covered include anti-Semitism, German volkish philosophy,
eugenics, World War II, the Final Solution, rescuers, and contemporary
issues. Optional third credit requires a term paper.
LAS 395. Interdisciplinary Study Abroad.
Interdisciplinary examination of a selected world region via study
abroad. Multi-faceted exploration of a selected world region directed
at developing a comprehensive understanding of a selected culture's
role in contemporary society.
A. Pre-Departure Seminar. Cr. 1.
B. Humanities. Cr. 1-4.
C. Communications. Cr. 1-4.
D. Mathematics & Natural Science. Cr. 1-4.
E. Social Sciences. Cr. 1-4.
LAS 398. Internship/Co-op. Cr. R.
F.S.SS. Prereq: Permission of Business/Liberal Arts and Sciences
Career Services and the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences; junior
classification. Students participating in an internship or co-op
on a full-time basis must register for this course prior to beginning
their work experience to remain in full-time student status.
LAS 417. Student Teaching.
Cr. var., each time taken. F.S. Prereq: Music 466; admission
to teacher education; approval of coordinator during semester before
student teaching. Evaluation of instruction, lesson planning,
and teaching in the liberal arts and sciences.
K. Music --Secondary
L. Music -- Elementary
LAS 420. Study Abroad Credit. (Same
as IntSt 420.) See International Studies.
LAS 430. Seminar in International Studies.
(Same as IntSt 430.) See International Studies.
LAS 480. Field Experience for Secondary Teaching
Preparation. Cr. 0.5 to 2 each time taken, maximum of 2.
Observation and participation in a variety of school settings after
admission to the teacher preparation program. Permission of area
coordinator required prior to enrollment. (S/F grading may be used
in some offerings of some sections).
A. History/Social Sciences
B. Physical Sciences
C. Mathematics
D. Biological Sciences
F. Speech Communication
J. Earth Sciences
K. Music
LAS 490. Independent Study. Cr. var.
F.S.SS. Prereq: Permission of the dean of the College of Liberal
Arts and Sciences. No more than 9 credits of LAS 490 may be
applied toward graduation. This course may be taken only with the
permission of the dean of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.
G. Catt Center Project
LAS 498. Internship/Co-op. Cr. R.
F.S.SS. Prereq: Permission of Business/Liberal Arts and Sciences
Career Services and the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences; senior
classification. Students participating in an internship or co-op
on a full-time basis must register for this course prior to beginning
their work experience to remain in full-time student status.
LAS 499. Internship. Cr. 1 to 4. F.S.SS.
Prereq: Permission of the dean of the College of Liberal Arts
and Sciences. Work experience in professional setting appropriate
to the student's degree program. Academic work under faculty supervision
may include written projects, reports, and guided reading.
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