Fall 2007 Classes

Arizona State University at the Polytechnic Campus

7001 E. Williams Field Rd.

Mesa , AZ 85212

There is still time to register for Humanities and Arts courses at the Polytechnic Campus. Each of the following courses will meet face- to-face and there are still open seats. Come and join us this summer to study art, dance, theater, music, literature and/or history.

Humanities and Arts offers two new bachelor's degrees: “History and Culture," and “Literature, Writing, and Film." Students are currently being accepted into both majors.

Follow the links for more information, or contact Duane Roen at duane.roen@asu.edu or 480-727-1526. For advising, call 480-727-1333.

ART

ARD 394, ST: Fine Art Digital Image Techniques
SLN 84568
M 3:00-5:45
AGBC 123
Anne Schutte aschutte@asu.edu

Manipulate and edit your digital images in this course that explores a variety of visual effects and builds individual creative expression through a succession of structured projects. Gain a working knowledge of the techniques and context of computer imaging in a studio art practice. The emphasis is on creative thinking, problem solving, the development of advanced concepts with an emphasis on fine art using Photoshop. Non-art majors welcome

ARD 494, ST: Fine Art Digital Image Techniques
SLN 84569
M 3:00-5:45
AGBC 123
Anne Schutte aschutte@asu.edu

Advanced section allows for more personal expression and investigation of digital problems. Non-art majors welcome

ARS 101, Art-Prehistory through Middle Ages
SLN 73471
M/W 3:00-4:15
AGBC 150
Eshleman L.Eshleman@asu.edu

This course is a survey of European art from the stone ages through the Gothic period. We will consider the development of the classical tradition and the arts of monstery and cathedral in the Middle Ages. Students will learn to write, talk and think about major works of art from these periods in their historical context. General Studies: HU, H Open to all majors.

ARS 102, Art from Renaissance to Present
SLN 84570
M/W 1:30-2:45
AGBC 160
Eshleman L.Eshleman@asu.edu

This course is a survey of European and American Art from the Renaissance through the Contemporary period. Topics include Italian Renaissance art, the impact of the Reformation, women in art, the French Revolution, Impressionism, and the rise of modernism. Students will learn to write, talk and think about major works of art from these periods in their historical context. General Studies: HU, H Open to all majors.

ARS 469, Mexican Art
SLN 84571
M 6:05-8:55
TECH 194
Eshleman L.Eshleman@asu.edu

This course will explore Mexican Art from the Aztecs to the Modern world, with focus on the interplay of Spanish and Native American traditions in Mexico . General Studies: HU, H. Open to all majors.

ART 111, Drawing I
SLN 73476
T/TH 3:00-5:45
ALTCH 131A
Anne Schutte aschutte@asu.edu

Investigate your creative side and enjoy Drawing and learning the techniques of the masters. Work with a variety of tools and build observational skills working through a sequence of projects that include both a traditional and contemporary approach. Sharpen your skills with value, perspective and composition. Build both a personal portfolio and experience drawing on a large-scale project with the class. Beginners are welcome. Non-art majors welcome

ART 112, 2D Design
SLN 73477
M/W 12:00-2:45
ALTCH 131A
Anne Schutte aschutte@asu.edu

Enjoy studying working through design exercises as you learn about the fundamentals of theoretical and applied two dimensional design. Study visual communication, linear

representation, and the basics of color theory. Projects cover a variety of media and are based on communicating through visual terms using color, shape, line, and composition. Non-art majors welcome

ART 113, Color
SLN 73475
M/W 6:05-8:55
ALTCH 131A
Mike Wirtz Michael.Wirtz@asu.edu

Have fun working with color in this hands-on course that introduces you to the principles of color theory as related to the visual arts. Learn to develop visual organization skills in the presentation of design ideas and use color effectively as a design and a communication element. This course moves from simple to complex problems Non-art majors welcome

ART 115, 3-D Design
SLN 73478
M/W 3:00-5:45
ALTCH 131A
Staff

This course concentrates on the basics of three dimensional design with an emphasis on spatial awareness, problem solving, and sculptural form. A strong emphasis will be placed on converting 2 dimensional representations into 3 –dimensional forms and vice versa. We will work with a wide range of three-dimensional forms as found in contemporary art, design and different cultural contexts. Non-art majors welcome

ART 211, Drawing II
SLN 73479
T/TH 6:05-8:55
ALTCH 131A
Anne Schutte aschutte@asu.edu

Continued development of technical and perceptual skills with an emphasis on materials and pictorial content. Work with color in drawing and Investigate personal concepts. Non-art majors welcome

ART 214, Life Drawing I
SLN 84572
T/TH 9:00-11:45
ALTCH 131A
Mike Wirtz Michael.Wirtz@asu.edu

Enjoy learning how to draw people. This course will teach you the techniques and methods that will enable you to represent the figure in a structured, instructor led class that investigates gesture to full value drawings.

ART 227, Watercolor I
SLN 73480
M/W 9:00-11:45
ALTCH 131A
Staff

Even if you've never painted before… taking Watercolor can be fun. Explore and play with color and learn techniques and methods that will help you create exciting paintings in watermedia. This class will use a variety of traditional materials with hands-on exercises that will include a landscape assignment, still life and many creative projects. Start building your skills and knowledge of color. Non-art majors welcome

ART 311, Drawing III
SLN 73482
T/TH 6:05-8:55
ALTCH 131A
Anne Schutte aschutte@asu.edu

Continued investigation into compositional/thematic elements with emphasis upon personal expression and drawing media and development of technical and perceptual skills. The emphasis is on composition, and the exploration of drawing media.

ART 411, Advanced Drawing
SLN 73485
T/TH 6:05-8:55
ALTCH 131A
Anne Schutte aschutte@asu.edu

Visual and intellectual concepts through problem solving and independent investigation. Emphasis is on the individual creative statement. Development of a personal portfolio covering a variety of compositional problems.

COMMUNICATIONS

COM 411, Communication in the Family
SLN 86891
Th 12:00 - 1:15 & online, Technology Center 194
Heather Canary heather.canary@asu.edu

This course explores the unique dynamics of family communication. Students learn about dominant theories used in family communication research as they investigate how to apply concepts in everyday lives. Topics include the changing nature of families, relationship dynamics within families, and the influence of external systems on family communication.

COM 450, Theory and Research in Organizational Communication
SLN 86892
Th 10:30-11:45 & online (hybrid format)
Technology Center 194
Heather Canary heather.canary@asu.edu

This course explores important communication issues students face as organizational members. The course brings theory and research into practice as students learn dominant theories of organizational communication and use them to evaluate current communication practices in organizations. Students gain valuable tools for being more effective organizational members.

DANCE

DAN 130, Ballet I
SLN 84579
M/W 10:30-11:45
PAC 103
Min Kim minkim@asu.edu

This course is designed to introduce basic ballet techniques for beginners. Students will learn basic techniques as well as two ballet variations from the classical ballets Paquita and Swan Lake . This class will also cover brief theory and history of ballet, and basic pilates and yoga exercises for students who want to improve their posture, flexibility and strength. No background in dance is necessary to successfully complete the course.

DAN 130, Jazz I
SLN 84580
M/W 12:00-1:15
PAC 103
Min Kim minkim@asu.edu

This course will cover basic Jazz dance techniques for beginners. Each class will consist of studio practice. Students will learn one of the dance pieces from the musical A Chorus Line, and have the opportunity to choreograph their own dance pieces. Brief theory and history of Jazz dance will be covered. No background in dance is necessary to successfully complete the course.

HISTORY

HST 313, American Cultural History to 1865
SLN 78431
M/W 12:00-1:15
AGR 115
April Summitt april.summitt@asu.edu

In this course, we look at all the most interesting parts of early American history with a focus on cultural changes over time. Some of the topics include consumer economics, reform movements, politics, ethnicity, gender, religion, and popular culture. Some of the questions we will seek to answer this semester include: How do changes in clothing indicate changing societal conditions? What did people read and why? How does the growing sectional crisis and Civil War affect culture? Students will select topics of interest and will create a notebook project that illustrates their topic's importance over time. Some of the materials we will examine include native stories, colonial traditions, early American novels and Civil War music. This course carries the following General Studies Designations: SB, H. ALL MAJORS ARE WELCOME.

HST 210, American Social History
SLN 78430
M/W 3:00-4:15
TECH 195
April Summitt april.summitt@asu.edu

In this course, we will examine the formation and changes in American society from early colonial settlement to the present. Through the examination of various themes including the roles of gender, religion, ethnicity, and culture, we will examine the nature of American social groups. This is, in short, history without all the wars and politics. While some of those topics will be important to consider, we will focus primarily on how the average person lived and experienced events throughout American history. Some of the specific topics will include differences in colonial life, Native American society, Civil War issues, industrialization, Indian boarding schools, the Civil Rights Movement, the 1960s counterculture, and the current war on terror. This course carries the following General Studies Designations: (L or SB) and H. All MAJORS ARE WELCOME

LITERATURE, WRITING AND FILM PROGRAM

ENG 210, Intro Creative Writing-Poetry
SLN 77171
Tu 1:30-2:45 & online (hybrid format)
AGBC 123
Patricia Murphy pcm@asu.edu

The ENG 210, 310, 411 sequence is a series of Writing Workshops designed to give students a solid foundation in poetry or fiction. This ENG 210 course will include an introduction to terms and techniques and a series of exercises that help promote the understanding of poetics. This course is a workshop where students turn in poems and receive constructive criticism from other students and the professor. Students then use that feedback to revise their poetry portfolio. ALL MAJORS ARE WELCOME.

ENG 245, Popular Culture Issues
SLN 71828
T/TH 3:00-4:15
HSC 1349
Dannielle Hurst dhurst2@asu.edu

What do the Cult of Celebrity, the Criminal Justice System, and Media Society have in common? Frequently they collide, and the average Joe American is often collateral damage. That's the good news. How did we get to this place where people with celebrity alone obscure those whose good deeds merit the Congressional Medal of Honor and positively impact the welfare of hundreds, perhaps thousands, and maybe even millions? How is it that celebrity criminals can escape the fate that average citizens cannot? How is it that our main media sources are mute, slant the truth, and even lie about facts on some popular subjects? This course will be a combat zone of information, ideas, newsmakers/filmmakers, and guest appearances. This course carries the following General Studies Designations: L/HU.

ENG 337-E, Major American Novels
SLN 84133
Tu 6:05-8:55 pm
Technology Center 169
Joni Adamson Joni.Adamson@asu.edu

This course will examine major U.S. representations of the novel. The readings you will study in this course progress chronologically from the mid-eighteenth century to the late twentieth century. You will study novels by Americans with Anglo-European, African, and Mexican ancestry. This course is designed to be more than just a "grand tour" of American literature or a traditional survey of "major" American novels; rather, you will set each text into the literary, historical and cultural context in which it was produced and then analyze the complex relationship of literature to the cultures that produce it in this land which--since the coming of European explorers--has been called "America." Our reading will be framed within discussions about major literary movements including American Romanticism, Regionalism, Modernism, and Multi-ethnic studies. This courses carries the following General Studies Designations: L iteracy and Critical Inquiry (L) and Humanities and Fine Arts (HU) .

ENG 412, Creative Non-Fiction
SLN 84131
M 6:05-8:55 pm
AGBC 118
Joni Adamson Joni.Adamson@asu.edu

For more than four hundred years the personal essay has been one of the richest and most vibrant of all literary forms. From Seneca to Montainge to H.L. Mencken, creative nonfiction writers record an intriguing event, a life, or a conflict, go out to uncover facts, details, and opinions, and then shape it all into a piece of artistic truth delivered in a compelling narrative voice. Today, the personal creative nonfiction essay is enjoying an astonishing renaissance, with more and more publishers bringing out book-length essays or collections of essays each year. Indeed, many of the finest writers in our literature, including eminent poets and novelists, are writing creative nonfiction. In this course, we will start with an extended exploration of the role the senses play in writing, then examine how the essay is like a garden and the essayist a gardener, raising questions about the genre that include: What is nonfiction, What is creative nonfiction? What is the personal essay's place in the literature of today? What cultural and historical trends are behind the resurgence of the personal essay? We will also read extensively in order to discover our own aesthetic preferences and write exhaustively in order to develop a compelling form, style, and voice for an original subject, which we will attempt to express powerfully, gracefully, and honestly

MASS COMMUNICATION

MCN 394, Special Topics: Public Relations for Business and Non-Profit Organizations
SLN 85261
M 6:05-8:55
TECH 169
Dan Fellner Dan.Fellner@asu.edu

This course for non-Journalism majors offers an introduction to the field of public relations, with an emphasis on how it operates in businesses and non-profits. Those planning a career in business or the non-profit sector will benefit by understanding the principles behind PR and how it can help an organization achieve its objectives and improve the bottom line. From the Tylenol crisis to the Exxon Valdez, we will discuss PR case studies as well as current stories in the news that relate to the field. All non-Journalism majors are welcome.

MCO 430, International Mass Communication
SLN 85406
TH 6:05-8:55
ALTCH 108
Dan Fellner Dan.Fellner@asu.edu

Take a tour around the world and learn about different media systems. This course will help build an appreciation of culutural diversity and how differences in culture, forms of government and information delivery systems affect global communication. This course carries the following General Studies Designation: G. All majors are welcome.

MUSIC

MSC 194, Beginning Group Guitar
SLN 84821
M 4:30-5:45
AGBC Room 118
Charlene Heldt blackhawkfan1926@gmail.com

This class is intended for the non-music major. Learn the basics of guitar playing: guitar parts, fingering , chords and basic strums. Bring your guitar, this is a hands on class.

MHL 344, Music in World Cultures
SLN 80616
TH 6:05 – 8:45
Tech 195
Jay Busch, jay.busch@asu.edu

Survey of World Music and Culture reviews the past 100 years of World music cultures influencing the popular music or today. We will discuss this music in three units:
unit 1: Ethnomusicology, music's of Africa, music's of India unit 2: Gypsy/Rom, Celtic, music's of the Middle East, and Native Peoples of North America. unit 3: music's of the Southern hemisphere: Fado, Tango, Samba, Salsa

MUS 347, Jazz in America
SLN 72233
T/TH 4:30 – 5:45
Tech 195
Jay Busch, jay.busch@asu.edu

Survey of Jazz in America reviews the past 100 years of our “National Treasure” Jazz music: the musicians, concepts, culture and industry that have made it happen. We will discuss this music in three units: unit 1: New Orleans and Swing Jazz: The beginning and
commercialization of Jazz into the 1940's. unit 2: Jazz as Art Music: Bebop to Hardbop, Cool and Free. unit 3: Modal Jazz: Miles Davis, John Coltrane: Fusion/Rock Jazz, Jazz Music/Artists of the 80's/90's, “Smooth” Jazz.

MUS 354, Popular Music
SLN 72234
T 6:05 – 8:45
Tech 195
Jay Busch, jay.busch@asu.edu

Survey of Popular Music and Culture reviews the past of the musicians, music genres, culture and industry that have shaped popular music and culture in America. We will discuss this music and culture in three units: unit 1: The mid 1940's - early 60's : Blues, R&B, Rockabilly, Teen Idols and Beach Music. unit 2: The 60's : British Invasion, Folk/Folk Rock unit 3: Soul/Motown, Acid Rock, eclectic 70's, Disco

MUS 355, Survey of American Music
SLN 72235
T/TH 3:00 – 4:15
Tech 195
Jay Busch, jay.busch@asu.edu

Survey of American Music and Culture reviews the past century of music, the musicians, socio-economic, industry and political considerations as they have shaped the popular and art music industry of today. We will discuss this music in three units: unit 1: American Popular Song, Tin Pan Alley, song publishing. unit 2: Musical Theatre and Musical Film. unit 3: Art Music: New England Second School, Great American Symphony, Minimalism and the Avante Garde.

MSC 394, Rock Music Combo
SLN (regular) 80817 (individualized) 80816,
T 12-1:30p
Jim Thomas jwt@asu.edu

In this course, students, faculty, staff, and community members perform popular music. The members of combo will choose music selections in popular styles (rock, country, dance, etc.). Rock Music Combo is open to all students, faculty, staff, and community members interested in playing popular instrumental and vocal music with other performers in a live setting. Drummers, bassists, guitarists, horn players, keyboardists, vocalists, and especially "etc." players are welcome. Music selections in popular styles (rock, country, dance, etc.) will be chosen by the members of combo. Can't make the listed times? An Individualized Instruction option is available; just register for the class and you'll be contacted about joining a small group that meets at a time that fits your schedule.

MSC 394, American Film Musicals
SLN
M/W 10:30 – 11:45
Anna Wheeler Gentry, anna.gentry@asu.edu

American Film Musicals includes chronological viewing and analyzing of 70 years of American film musicals, including Singing in the Rain , Oklahoma! , Finian's Rainbow , Grease , and Chicago . With historical references and cultural analysis, students learn about composers, lyricists, producers, directors, choreographers, and performing artists that contributed to the development of the film musical.

MSC 394, Desert Gold Chorale
SLN
M 12:00 – 1:40
Annex Ballroom
Anna Wheeler Gentry, anna.gentry@asu.edu

This choral performance ensemble is where students, faculty, staff, and community members sing. The choir rehearses music of various styles and historical periods, including classical, jazz, gospel, folk and popular genres, providing a meaningful and enjoyable musical experience through preparation of quality choral literature. Course culminates in a semester-end concert. http://www.poly.asu.edu/ecollege/humanitiesarts/desertgold.html

RELIGION

REL 100, World Religions
SLN 72459
TU 6:05—8:55 pm
TECH 178
John Cunningham john.cunningham.1@asu.edu

The world is getting smaller every day. Understanding the world's great religions is a source of personal enrichment and a mark of an educated woman or man. Through lecture, discussion, video, and guided assignments we will explore the history and development, the beliefs and practices, of seven major religious traditions. Join us for this exciting adventure around the world and through the centuries.

REL 320, Religious Traditions in America
SLN: 72457
TH 6:05—8:55 pm
TECH 180
John Cunningham john.cunningham.1@asu.edu

In a land of religious disestablishment, the greatest religious diversity on earth is thriving. Join us for an exploration of this diversity from Native American to New Age. What were once little known exotic religions are now next door in Home Town, America. The class will feature lecture, videos, discussion, and an open exchange of ideas.

THEATER

THP101, Introduction to Acting
SLN 72612
M/W 10:30-11:45
TECH 169
Angela Giron angela.giron@asu.edu

The Actor is the living presence of Theatre and Film. Through the Actor audiences connect to the themes, actions, meanings of plays and film. To Act is Human. We are all born actors. We “perform” versions of ourselves in everyday life. In this class students will learn and apply various methodologies of acting for stage performances. These methodologies include the work of Constantin Stanaslavski, Uta Hagen, Yoshi Oida and Sanford Meisner. All non-theatre majors are welcome. General Studies

THR194, ST: Intro to Storytelling in Performance
SLN 86730
M/W 12:00-1:15
AGBC 112
Angela Giron angela.giron@asu.edu

Many scholars believe that the origin of theatre is Storytelling. In this class we will look at Storytelling in Performance on a multi-cultural and diverse level; including Irish, European, Native American, African and African American, Hispanic, Middle Eastern and Asian Storytellers. In addition, we will add to the emerging contemporary canvas of Oral Storytelling through student crafted storytelling performances. Pre-requisite: none. General Studies. Humanities. All majors are welcome

THR394, ST: Intro to Storytelling in Performance
SLN 86666
M/W 12:00-1:15
AGBC 112
Angela Giron angela.giron@asu.edu