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Curriculum and Educational Policies Committee
NEW COURSE PROPOSAL – SUMMER 2006
82-297 Christian Ethics, Life and Death
An examination of the ethics of killing and letting die from the perspective of Christian belief. Possible topics include abortion, suicide, euthanasia, war, capital punishment, global hunger and starvation, and the killing of non-human animals. Special attention to the place of Christian moral views in modern secular or pluralistic societies. Readings from classic and contemporary Christian ethical sources as well as from contemporary secular moral, legal and political theory.
NEW COURSE PROPOSALS – INTERIM 2007
56-130 Family Violence
Violence between family members and intimates is recognized as a significant social and public health problem. This course explores the magnitude, causes and consequences of family violence in America. Students will examine the factors predisposing individuals and families to violence, and the institutional and societal responses to the problem. The issue will be addressed from health care, legal, religious and public policy perspectives.
06-275 Biology of Reproduction.
The ability to reproduce is one of the key features of a living organism. Studying the biology of reproduction welcomes a synthesis of information and concepts from a wide range of fields within biology. This course addresses reproduction at the genetic, organismal, and population levels. Laboratory work adds a valuable investigative component to the course, and social/psychological issues are addressed.
Prerequisite: Biology 125 and 126, or permission of instructor
