westchester community college–peekskill
Fall 2006 Courses
Religion and Psychology
This course gives students an understanding of psychology in relation to religion. The definition of religion, its personal meaning to people, and its social and political meaning in the community are explored. The importance of ritual is discussed, and conversion is examined to understand its meaning. The middle of the course focuses on such theorists as Freud, Jung, and Maslow, and the role religion played in their theories. Finally, the role religion and culture play in psychotherapy and the difference between religions and cults are examined.
AHU3245.45 / 4 credits
BPS3245.45 / 4 credits
Donna Hart
Mon., 6:30-9:50 p.m.
Sept. 11-Dec. 18
Location: Rm 211 (05/25/06 update)
American History and Society Through Music
A narrative survey of U.S. history from the colonial period to the present through an exploration of its musical history. The course investigates America’s fundamental principles of politics, its primary social issues, and its wealth of aesthetic musical initiatives. Students examine the unity, diversity, originality, and adaptability of significant political, social, and musical institutions.
AHI3115.46 / 4 credits
EMT3115.46 / 4 credits
James Koeppel
Tues., 6:30-9:50 p.m.
Sept. 12-Dec. 19
Location: Rm 211(05/25/06 update)
The Law and Film
An examination of how law functions (or malfunctions), using contemporary films to illustrate the U.S. criminal justice system. Students review series of films and compare them to literature and contemporary realities. Topics include: arrest, interrogation, and the right to an attorney; preparation for trial and jury selection; the conduct of a trial, including opening statements, examinations and cross-examinations of witnesses, and sentencing; and imprisonment.
CSS3055.45 / 4 credits
FTF3055.45 / 4 credits
Basil Apostle
Thurs., 6:30-10:00 p.m.
Sept. 14-Dec. 21 (no class Nov. 23)
Location: Rm 211 (05/25/06 update)
Posted May 25, 2006
