African American & Diaspora Studies
New Course(s)
AADS 2435. (HIST 2435). Historical Memory & Methods. This course will introduce students to the theories that inform various fields of public history, the historical traditions of these fields, the relationship between public history and the history profession, and significant debates in the field of public history. The course will cover a wide array of fields of public history, including museums, archives, historic preservation, heritage tourism, media, oral history, and cultural resource management. Students will be introduced to case studies that examine public history practices from a local, national, and international level. (3)
Approved by Academic Council on 11/18/2025
Program Update(s)
Honors in African American and Diaspora Studies - Students who earn at least 12 credit hours in the AADS courses with a 3.75 grade point average in AADS courses and 3.30 cumulative grade point average will graduate with honors in AADS.
Approved by Academic Council on 11/18/2025
Business
Updated Course(s)
The course prefix of BSAD 3195 - Computer Based Information Systems was changed to BUAN 3195 - Computer Based Information Systems.
Approved by Academic Council on 9/23/2025
The course prefix of MGMT 3240 - Business Analytics was changed to BUAN 3240 - Business Analytics.
Approved by Academic Council on 9/23/2025
The course prefix of SMKT 3700 - Multivariate Analysis was changed to BUAN 3700 - Multivariate Analysis.
Approved by Academic Council on 9/23/2025
Chemistry
New Course(s)
CHEM 1000. Introductory Chemistry. This course provides an introduction to chemistry for students who intend to enroll in CHEM 1010. Topics include the periodic table, classifications of matter, chemical nomenclature, chemical bonding, chemical reactions and balanced equations, atomic and molecular structure, and a review of key math concepts necessary for CHEM 1010. The course provides opportunities for students to work in a collaborative environment in order to strengthen their problem-solving skills. CHEM 1000 has two hours of lecture per week for seven weeks. Enrollment requires permission of the instructor or head of the Chemistry Department. Students who have earned at least a “C” in chemistry 1010 or equivalent transfer credit are not allowed to enroll in CHEM 1000. Students enrolled in CHEM 1000 may not remain concurrently enrolled in CHEM 1010. (1)
Approved by Academic Council on 9/23/2025
Computer Science
New Course(s)
BINF 3100. Applied Bioinformatics. Students in this hands-on course solve biology problems using freely available bioinformatics databases, software, and visualization tools. Students construct pipelines for data through multiple software tools; and they learn how to interpret the results of these bioinformatics experiments/pipelines to answer questions in biology. Topics include genomics, proteomics, transcriptomics, systems biology, pathway analysis, pipeline creation, basic programming and scripting, principles for reproducible research, and basics of probability. Prerequisite(s): BINF 2500. (3)
Approved by Academic Council on 11/11/2025
Updated Course(s)
CPSC 3603. Topics in Computer Science. Selected topics in computer science. May repeat for credit. Prerequisite(s): CPSC 2735 and permission of the Department Head. (3)
Approved by Academic Council on 11/18/2025
Education & Counseling
New Course(s)
COUN 5800. Private Practice in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. This graduate-level course provides students with the essential knowledge and skills to establish, manage, and sustain a successful private practice in the field of clinical mental health counseling. Through a combination of theoretical knowledge and practical application, students will learn the intricacies of running a private practice, including legal and ethical considerations, business management, marketing, client engagement, and financial management. This course emphasizes the intersection of clinical expertise and entrepreneurial skills, preparing students for independent, ethical, and sustainable practice. (3, FaSpSu)
Approved by Graduate Academic Council on 10/23/2025
Genetic Counseling
New Course(s)
GENC 5036. Medical Genetics II. This required course will continue to review the elements of a clinical genetics assessment, with a focus on metabolic genetic conditions. It will cover the clinical and biochemical features of major groups of inborn errors of metabolism (such as aminoacidopathies, fatty acid oxidation disorders, and lysosomal storage diseases) in detail, along with genetic and biochemical testing strategies and treatment options when applicable. Additionally, select lectures will address other topics, including immunogenetics and psychiatric genetics. This course content will help prepare students for their clinical rotations and role as a genetic counselor. Students who have been identified by faculty for remediation or who have unresolved deficiencies in any prior courses may not be eligible to register for this course until all remediation requirements are met or by special permission. Prerequisite(s): GENC 5010, GENC 5015, GENC 5020, GENC 5031, GENC 5055, GENC 5060, and COUN 5015. (1, Su)
Approved by Graduate Academic Council on 10/23/2025
Updated Course(s)
GENC 5035. Medical Genetics I. This foundational course, offered in the fall of Year 1 only, provides a detailed review of the elements of a clinical genetics assessment, including thorough patient history, dysmorphology exam, and genetic test results. Normal and abnormal development, as well as genetic testing strategies, will be covered. The clinical features and genetic mechanisms of important syndromes are discussed, including aneuploidies, microdeletion/duplication syndromes, and various categories of single-gene disorders (e.g., connective tissue disorders, skeletal dysplasias, and craniofacial syndromes). This course will help prepare students for clinical rotations, especially in pediatric and general genetics settings. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the XULA GCP or special permission. (3, Fa)
Approved by Graduate Academic Council on 10/23/2025
GENC 5015. Introduction to Cancer Genetic Counseling. This course provides a thorough review of genetic and non-genetic causes of cancer in humans, with an emphasis on hereditary cancer predisposition syndromes, to prepare students for their cancer fieldwork rotation. Students will learn the vocabulary associated with oncology, pathology, and cancer genetic counseling. Students will learn best practices for collecting and interpreting targeted medical and family histories and using various cancer risk models. Cancer screening and diagnostic testing methods will be covered. Genetic testing criteria, testing options, (germline and somatic), and interpretation of test results will be reviewed, as well as the psychosocial aspects of hereditary cancer predisposition syndromes, including family dynamics, patient autonomy, anxiety, and grief. Prerequisite(s): GENC 5005, GENC 5025, GENC 5030, GENC 5035, GENC 5040, GENC 5721, COUN 5000 or by special permission. (2, Sp)
Approved by Graduate Academic Council on 10/23/2025
Updated Curriculum
First Year Fall Semester
GENC 5005 - Introduction to Genetic Counseling
GENC 5025 - Clinical Observation
GENC 5030 - Research Seminar
GENC 5035 - Medical Genetics
GENC 5040 - Principles of Human Genetics for the Genetic Counselor
GENC 5721 - The Developing Embryo for the Genetic Counselor
COUN 5000 - Research Methodology & Program Evaluation
Semester Hours: 15
First Year Spring Semester
COUN 5015 - Counseling Techniques
GENC 5010 - Introduction to Prenatal Genetic Counseling
GENC 5015 - Introduction to Cancer Genetic Counseling
GENC 5020 - Introduction to Pediatric and Adult Genetic Counseling
GENC 5031 - Research Seminar
GENC 5055 - Introduction to Clinical Practice (SP Model)
GENC 5060 - Capstone Research Project
Semester Hours: 11
First Year Summer Semester
GENC 5036 - Medical Genetics III
GENC 5061 - Capstone Research Project
GENC 5070 - Fieldwork Rotations
Semester Hours: 5
Second Year Fall Semester
GENC 5032 - Research Seminar
GENC 5045 - Clinical Genetic Testing and Variant Interpretation
GENC 5062 - Capstone Research Project
GENC 5071 - Fieldwork Rotations
GENC 5072 - Fieldwork Rotations
GENC 5085 - Advanced Topics in Precision Medicine - Reproductive
Semester Hours: 11
Second Year Spring Semester
COUN 5125 - Social & Cultural Diversity in Counseling
GENC 5033 - Research Seminar
GENC 5056 - Introduction to Clinical Practice Peer Supervision
GENC 5063 - Capstone Research Project
GENC 5073 - Fieldwork Rotations
GENC 5074 - Fieldwork Rotations
GENC 5100 - Professional Development and Diverse Roles
GENC 5734 - Healthcare Delivery System
GENC 5999 - Online Review Course in Medical Genetics and Genetic Counseling
Semester Hours: 16
Total Hours: 58
Approved by Graduate Academic Council on 10/23/2025
History
New Course(s)
HIST 2070. The United States in the World. This course places the history of the United States within a global framework. Rather than studying the development of U.S. institutions and populations in isolation, students will examine how colonialism, revolution, industrialization, imperialism, war, migration, and globalization have shaped and been shaped by the United States. The course will use primary and secondary sources to analyze the transnational flows of ideas, peoples, and goods, and explore the role of the U.S. in global conflicts and global economic systems from the 1500s to the present. (3)
Approved by Academic Council on 11/18/2025
HIST 1650. (MSCM 1650). World History Through Film. This course explores world history through the cinematic lens, examining how film influences and transforms public engagement with historical events. Students will analyze a selection of films from various countries to explore historical themes such as colonialism and decolonization, the impact of industrialization, the rise and fall of empires, significant social revolutions, and major conflicts like the World Wars and Cold War. This course fosters the development of a critical approach to cinema and other cultural creations while maintaining a core focus on the historical context. Emphasizing the recognition of biases and propaganda, students will assess how films both reflect and shape public perceptions of historical narratives. Additionally, this course aims to foster empathy and global awareness by appreciating diverse cultural perspectives. (3)
Approved by Academic Council on 11/18/2025
HIST 2435. (AADS 2435). Historical Memory & Methods. This course will introduce students to the theories that inform various fields of public history, the historical traditions of these fields, the relationship between public history and the history profession, and significant debates in the field of public history. The course will cover a wide array of fields of public history, including museums, archives, historic preservation, heritage tourism, media, oral history, and cultural resource management. Students will be introduced to case studies that examine public history practices from a local, national, and international level. (3)
Approved by Academic Council on 11/18/2025
Mass Communication
New Course(s)
MSCM 1650. (HIST 1650). World History Through Film. This course explores world history through the cinematic lens, examining how film influences and transforms public engagement with historical events. Students will analyze a selection of films from various countries to explore historical themes such as colonialism and decolonization, the impact of industrialization, the rise and fall of empires, significant social revolutions, and major conflicts like the World Wars and Cold War. This course fosters the development of a critical approach to cinema and other cultural creations while maintaining a core focus on the historical context. Emphasizing the recognition of biases and propaganda, students will assess how films both reflect and shape public perceptions of historical narratives. Additionally, this course aims to foster empathy and global awareness by appreciating diverse cultural perspectives. (3)
Approved by Academic Council on 11/18/2025
Mathematics
Updated Course(s)
Math 1070H. Introductory Calculus Honors. Open to selected students only. Students must complete all work in MATH 1070 concurrently and participate in 10 additional meetings in the semester. Prerequisite: Grade of “A” in MATH 1030 or in MATH 1030I or advanced placement by test score or permission of the instructor. (0, FaSp)
Approved by Academic Council on 9/23/2025
Math 2070H. Introductory Calculus Honors. Open to selected students only. Students must complete all work in MATH 2070 concurrently and participate in 10 additional meetings in the semester. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “A” in MATH 1070/MATH 1070H or advanced placement by test score or permission of department head. (0)
Approved by Academic Council on 9/23/2025
Deleted Course(s)
STAT 4521. (MATH 4521). Colloquium. Topic determined each semester by faculty. Independent work by students under the guidance of a faculty member to be presented orally and in writing to student majors and faculty. Meets once per week. Prerequisite(s): STAT 4511. A grade of “C” or higher in all MATH or STAT required courses at the 2000-level and junior or senior status. (1, ENGAGEMENTS/Senior Capstone)
Approved by Academic Council on 11/18/2025
Psychology
Updated Course(s)
PSYC 3080. Psychopathology. Classifications from DSM-V will form the foundation for viewing the dynamics of behavior and the diagnostic basis for psychopathology. Primarily a systematic, descriptive, and theoretical approach that discusses etiology and pathophysiologic processes when they are known. Prerequisite(s): PSYC 1010 and PSYC 2020 or permission of the instructor and department head. (3, Fa)
Approved by Academic Council on 11/18/2025
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