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Metropolitan Center2016 Fall 1 (September) Study Group Offerings

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20th Century Art History: From Gauguin to Pollock 4 cr with Raul Manzano spaces avail.: The Arts - fully

Humanities - fullyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Adv./L iberal11

This study is an on-line group study, focusing on the f irst half of the 20th century, (1900-1950). The discussion of European based art movements, such asPost-Impressionism, Fauvism, Cubism, Futurism, Constructivism, Surrealism, follow ed by Abstract Expressionism in America, w ill be augmented w ithadditional topics to be determined by the participants. The students read texts, participate in online exchange w ith other students, view museum and galleryexhibitions (either in person or online), and w ork on tw o independent research projects (midterm and f inal), stemming from the study of the art historicalnarrative. Students w ill need access to computers, w hich are also available for use at the Metropolitan Center. Students w ho live w ithin the New York Cityarea w ill be encouraged to view a range of museum exhibitions and collections to augment their study. Students across New York State may visit many ofthese resources online, or visit their ow n local museums. The study also contains many visual resources that may be utilized for both discussion and w rittenassignments. This is an online study. Prerequisite: Prior study of art, art appreciation, or another art history. This is not an introduction to art. This studymeets the general education requirements in either the Arts OR Humanities, not both.

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Advanced Studio Practice 4 cr with Betty Wilde-Biasiny spaces avail.: The Arts - fullyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Adv./L iberal13

This is a blended learning platform for students w orking independently on a body of w ork in the visual arts. The study w ill begin w ith one group meeting w herestudents w ill w ork w ith the mentor and their peers on a plan for their individualized studio projects. (This meeting w ill occur one w eek prior to the beginning ofthe term and is a requirement to participate in this study. Students at a distance w ill be accommodated via Skype or other means.) Students w ill study aspecif ic art form or medium at the advanced level. Participants w ill need to access the on-line component, to visually transmit their w ork to the site, and toparticipate in on-line group critiques. As an advanced study, w ith ongoing independent w ork being made in tandem w ith assignments to view exhibitions, readarticles, and w rite short response papers, students w ill be expected to engage in a cohesive project or body of w ork focused on individual statement makingor identity, f rom a theme developed by the student in consultation w ith the mentor. Journal articles and review s w ill also be assigned as a w ay for the studentto begin to locate their ow n studio practice w ithin a contemporary context. The study w ill culminate w ith a pow er point or other web based presentation, alongw ith a f inal ref lective artist's statement.


Global Leadership Theory 4 cr with Richard Savior spaces avail.: Adv./Non-Liberal*CLOSED*

The effective leadership, of w hat are increasingly highly globalized business environments, involves developing an understanding of certain attitudinal andbehavioral competencies, supported by an understanding of the cultural inf luences that contextualize leadership behavior and practices. This blended study(Residency/Moodle-based instruction) seeks to support a thoughtful examination of the complexity of leadership in a global context by exploring the w ays inw hich various cultures’ values and moral foundations affect how leadership is view ed and effectively practiced around the w orld.


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College Writing 4 cr with Thomas Moran spaces avail.: Basic Communications - fullyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Intro/Liberal9

College Writing is designed as a "laboratory" to help students w rite w ith success at the college level. Operating on the assumption that w riting is a processdeveloped over time, w e w ill w ork together to draft and revise a variety of assignments for multiple college audiences. Our group meetings w ill be conductedas workshops in w hich students learn together how to generate w riting topics and select w riting roles, to organize and develop their ideas, to give and receivecritical feedback on early drafts, and to use that feedback as a basis for revision. Because the study emphasizes review and revision as key moments in thew riting process, students w ill be asked to share their w riting and both give and receive feedback on each others w ork. This is an ideal study for w riters w how ould like to re-familiarize themselves w ith school w riting in a supportive setting.

177 Livingston Street Mondays 6:10-8:10pm Begins September 12, 2016

Counseling Skills 4 cr with Shantih Clemans spaces avail.: Intro/Non-Liberal7

Students w ill learn core skills and techniques for ef fective and empathic interventions w ith diverse clients in various settings. The content w ill follow a timelineof skills appropriate for the beginning phase of a helping relationship: tuning in, engagement, assessment and contracting; to the middle phase: reachinginside silence, dealing w ith conf lict, and addressing taboos; to the ending and transition phase: summarizing, giving feedback, identif ication of learning, andplanning for next steps. This study w ill also teach students internal skills, such as self aw areness, recognizing feelings, containment, and purposeful selfdisclosure. Role play w ill be a major part of the learning process.

177 Livingston Street Mondays 4-6pm Begins September 12, 2016

Critical Reading 4 cr with Bob Carey spaces avail.: Basic Communications - fully

Critical Thinking - partiallyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Intro/Liberal9

This study involves reading a variety of texts, including Orw ell's Animal Farm, Dr. King's Letter f rom a Birmingham Jail, a range of material f rom magazines --in order to explore reading strategies, w hat they entail and how to write clearly and persuasively about w hat the student has just read. The f inal assignedreading is a text by Bob Herbert, an ESC graduate and former Op-Ed w riter for the New York Time..


Disease in History 4 cr with Bob Carey spaces avail.: Western Civilization - fully

Other World Civi lizations - fullyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Adv./L iberal13

Disease is a constant if unw elcome fellow traveler in human history. Why is that? What did w e do to deserve this? These are questions that have beenvoiced again and again in human lives. The study w ill explore how diseases that have plagued (literally) humans have often been the result of human activityand lack of thought and insight into the natural w orld and its w orkings. In addition to exploring how disease has functioned as a causal reality in history, w ew ill also explore how humans have sought to account for it and keep it at arm's length, w ith particular attention to early systems of medical explanation.


History of Social Welfare 4 cr with Rosalind October-Edun spaces avail.: American History - fully

Social Sciences - fullyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Intro and Adv./Liberal*CLOSED*

Students w ill engage in an in depth study of the chronology and historical events that impacted social w elfare programs during the Progressive Era, the NewDeal and the War on Poverty. Special attention w ill be given to services to the underprivileged, the relationship betw een social w elfare policy and societalchanges, and services to diverse populations.


Human Nutrition 4 cr with Keri Watkins spaces avail.: Natural Sciences - fullyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Intro/Liberal3

This study explores the basic theory and practice of nutrition and natural health. It is tailored to meet the needs of w orking adults seeking a practical,performance based introduction to healthy living. After completing this study, students w ill understand the basic components of a healthy diet and how toachieve and maintain optimal health. More importantly, how ever, it is the goal of this study to empow er individuals to take responsibility for their health andmake informed decisions about their dietary and physical needs.


Principles of Accounting I 4 cr with Keith Rhodd spaces avail.: Intro/Non-Liberal11


In view of the important role of accounting in today's dynamic business w orld, this study is designed for Business, Management and Economics students w how ish to learn accounting principles and use basic accounting in their career. The study introduces terminology used in the accounting f ield, methods ofaccounting measurements, and basic accounting concepts. Also covered are the preparation and analysis of simple statements and practical application ofaccounting principles. This study is included in accounting core concentration.


Public Speaking 4 cr with RheaUmmi Modeste spaces avail.: Basic Communications - partiallyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Intro/Liberal3

Public Speaking is a study designed to increase students' conf idence and skill in f ront of an audience, improve interview ing skills and develop f luency inbusiness/academic English. Students w ill learn the skills of an effective speaker, including articulation, appropriate language, rate and volume, as w ell asnon-verbal behaviors such as making eye contact, shaking hands and good posture. The study is taught in a manner that w ill allow students w ho are oraspire to be educators to replicate it in their ow n classrooms.


Spanish I 4 cr with Maria Mieles spaces avail.: Foreign Language - fullyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Intro/Liberal11

The purpose of this study group is to develop oral and w ritten skills and provide the group w ith a foundation in Spanish grammar, pronunciation andvocabulary.


Working with Veterans & their Families 4 cr with Rosalind October-Edun spaces avail.: Social Sciences - fullyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Adv./L iberal*CLOSED*

The student w ill explore how serving the US in the Iraq and Afghanistan Wars has impacted Vets and their family. The student w ill also examine treatmentissues w ith focus on topics such as assessment, planning, linking, monitoring and advocacy. Additionally, the student w ill read, analyze and discuss theoriesand strategies relative to the rehabilitation of the veteran and their family members.


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Business Analytics & Information Management 4 cr with Cory Kallet spaces avail.: Adv./Non-Liberal5

To provide the student w ith the understanding, know ledge and ability to utilize technology generated and accumulated information in order to evaluate dataas a means to effectively make business decisions. Analysis of data is a process of inspecting, cleaning, transforming, and modeling data w ith the goal ofdiscovering useful information, suggesting conclusions, and supporting decision making. Data mining is a particular data analysis technique that focuses onmodeling and know ledge discovery for predictive rather than purely descriptive purposes. Business intelligence covers data analysis that relies heavily onaggregation, focusing on business information. Both of these important concepts w ill be discussed in depth

177 Livingston Street Tuesdays 4-6pm Begins September 13, 2016

College Math (CAHE) 4 cr with Thurman Solano spaces avail.: Mathematics - fullyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Intro/Liberal11

This study group is for students in the Center for Allied Health Diagnostic and Medical Sonography (CAHE) program. This study is designed for students w how ish to reinforce and expand their mathematical skills. It includes such topics as algebra fundamentals, equations and inequalities, applied problem solvinglogic, exponents and polynomials, rational expressions, graphing and functions, systems of equations, radicals, quadratic equations and conic sectionmanipulations.

177 Livingston Street Tuesdays 10am-12pm Begins September 13, 2016

College Math (CAHE) 4 cr with Gohar Marikyan spaces avail.: Mathematics - fullyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Intro/Liberal13

This study group is for students in the Center for Allied Health Diagnostic and Medical Sonography (CAHE) program. This study is designed for students w how ish to reinforce and expand their mathematical skills. It includes such topics as algebra fundamentals, equations and inequalities, applied problem solvinglogic, exponents and polynomials, rational expressions, graphing and functions, systems of equations, radicals, quadratic equations and conic sectionmanipulations.

177 Livingston Street Tuesdays 10am-12pm Begins September 13, 2016

College Physics (CAHE) 4 cr with Thurman Solano spaces avail.: Natural Sciences - fullyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Intro/Liberal4


This study group is for students in the Center for Allied Health Diagnostic and Medical Sonography (CAHE) program. This study introduces students to themethods, law s, fundamental principles, and problem solving methods of modern physics. Over the course of the term, students w ill review such concepts thescientif ic method; measurement systems and accuracy schema; right triangle vector analysis; law s of motion; f riction, gravity, w ork, pow er and energyphenomena; impulse and momentum; statics; rotational motion; general properties of materials; heat energy and its ef fects; elementary aspects ofthermodynamics; w aves and vibratory motion; sound and light; electricity and magnetism; and fundamentals of atomic structure.


Creative Writing: Fiction 4 cr with Karyn Pilgrim spaces avail.: The Arts - fully

Humanities - fullyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Intro and Adv./Liberal*CLOSED*

This study explores, through practice, the craft of w riting f iction. Each of the elements of f iction w ill be examined through readings and discussion, andimplemented through w riting exercises: narration, characterization, imagery and symbolism, dramatization, dialogue, voice and tone. Short f iction ofexceptional w riters such as Carver, O’Connor, Diaz, Wright, Kinkaid, Marquez, Gaitskill, and Wideman w ill be discussed w ith a particular focus on thechoices that w riters make, and w hich create their distinct and energetic w riting styles. Students w ill produce carefully revised f iction of their ow n, and receiveand offer feedback in constructive and affirming writing workshops. This study may satisfy the Arts or Humanities, not both.

177 Livingston Street Tuesdays 6:10-8:10pm Begins September 13, 2016

Crisis Intervention 4 cr with Ismay Griffith spaces avail.: Social Sciences - fullyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Adv./L iberal*CLOSED*

The purpose of this study is to examine crisis situations that occur and the impact they have on people. Students w ill be introduced to assessment,intervention and treatment strategies used to assist individuals, groups and organizations in managing and resolving crises. Opportunities w ill be provided forknow ledge and skill development in facilitating grow th, promoting resilience and re-establishing functioning in various arenas. This study is valuable andnecessary for professionals to develop their capacity to engage in ef fective practice w ith diverse clients in diverse settings.


Educational Planning 4 cr with Karyn Pilgrim spaces avail.: Intro/Non-Liberal*CLOSED*

Educational Planning for mentees of Karyn Pilgrim only. Educational Planning is the process of developing and planning your Degree Program and DegreeProgram Rationale at Empire State College. Students w ill be review ing past academic and life experience, identifying a concentration, and projecting theLearning Contracts to be designed and accomplished w hile at the college. In addition, students w ill prepare "Learning Essays" if they are requesting PriorLearning Assessment (PLA), the college's process of requesting credit for prior learning outside of the academic setting. Students w ill also w ork on researchand w riting skills and/or other skills necessary for planning and embarking upon college level w ork and career planning. Additionally, students must attend thePortfolio Workshop prior to the f irst meeting of the study. Students w ill work w ith a w riting coach developing the rationale, entering transcripts to the DP andw riting essays for prior learning if the students intend to request such. Student w ill also w ork w ith their mentor in the areas of study, advising and f inalizingtheir portfolio for submission to assessment of f ice. This study is for matriculated students only.

177 Livingston Street Tuesdays 6:10-8:10pm Alternating Beginning September 13, 2016

Educational Planning 4 cr with Raul Manzano spaces avail.: Intro/Non-Liberal4

Educational Planning for mentees of Raul Manzano only. Educational Planning is the process of developing and planning your Degree Program and DegreeProgram Rationale at Empire State College. Students w ill be review ing past academic and life experience, identifying a concentration, and projecting theLearning Contracts to be designed and accomplished w hile at the college. In addition, students w ill prepare "Learning Essays" if they are requesting PriorLearning Assessment (PLA), the college's process of requesting credit for prior learning outside of the academic setting. Students w ill also w ork on researchand w riting skills and/or other skills necessary for planning and embarking upon college level w ork and career planning. Additionally, students must attend thePortfolio Workshop prior to the f irst meeting of the study. Students w ill w ork w ith a w riting coach developing the rationale, entering transcripts to the DP andw riting essays for prior learning if the student intends to request such. Students w ill also w ork w ith their mentor in the areas of study, advising and finalizingtheir portfolio for submission to the assessment of f ice. This study is for matriculated students.

177 Livingston Street Tuesdays 6:10-8:10pm Alternating Beginning September 13, 2016

Human Development 4 cr with Ruby Frazier spaces avail.: Social Sciences - fullyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Intro/Liberal3

The purpose of this study independent study is to explore concepts and theories of human development from prenatal stages through late adulthood. Students w ill gain an in-depth understanding of the physical, emotional, social, cultural, and intellectual development of individuals as they study the scienceof human development.


Introduction to Painting 4 cr with Raul Manzano spaces avail.: The Arts - fullyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Intro/Liberal3


This foundation acrylic painting study is designed to acquaint students w ith the basic elements of painting (color, tone, texture, composition, form,f igure/ground relationship) through a color-mixing and paint handling exercises. Color theory and its functionality w ill be emphasized and put into practice.Students w ill explore application of paint to canvas, panels, and paper w orking from still life and/or reference material. While representational painting is thestyle, personal expression is encouraged. Students observe diverse artists f rom a variety of aesthetics, cultures, genres and historical periods as reference.Although previous experience is not required, this study w ill build conf idence in using painting as an artistic expression. Individual critiques w ill be giventhroughout the course. Students should budget approximately $100.00 for art materials. Contact instructor for list of supplies. Students must come prepare tow ork at the f irst session w ith art supplies. Class practice and w eekly homew ork assignments w ill help build and hone student’s skills. Students w ill w ork on anassigned response paper from a museum exhibition in relation to the study. View ing of artw ork in person at art museums or virtually w ill augment the learningexperience. This study meets SUNY Gen Ed in The Arts.


Jails & Prisons: Issues in Contemporary Corrections 4 cr with Lisa Whiteside spaces avail.: Social Sciences - fullyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Adv./L iberal10

This study is an introduction to the principles and practices of the treatment accorded to offenders in various types of correctional institutions. The basicorganization of a department, including custody, security and control procedures, and elements of a treatment program. No criminal justice or correctionbackground is required.


Marketing Management 4 cr with Cory Kallet spaces avail.: Adv./Non-Liberal1

This study w ill examine the development and implementation of marketing programs w ith a focus on the integration of product planning, pricing, distribution,promotion and service. By analyzing the marketing efforts of organizations across various industries, students w ill gain an understanding of the critical factorsto consider in developing and evaluating marketing programs. This study is designed as an advanced level study in marketing for students w ithconcentrations in business administration, business management, international business. For students w ith a concentration in marketing, the study can beuseful as an elective but it is not designed as a capstone (BME -214934 "Marketing Planning and Strategy" is the designated capstone in marketing).Prerequisite: Marketing Principles or Management Principles or equivalent.


Prison in Literature 4 cr with Karyn Pilgrim spaces avail.: Humanities - fullyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Intro and Adv./Liberal*CLOSED*

In this study, w e w ill examine great w orks of literature about the prison and the people caught up in this system of conf inement. We w ill read novels, shortstories, and poems that explore this theme of the prison and prisoners, w ritten by authors, contemporary and historical. We w ill read closely and learn how toanalyze literature w ith careful attention to how the authors make their w orks so compelling. We w ill also discuss in detail the social, cultural, and politicalissues that emerge from, and are created by, the institution of the prison.


Theories of Learning 4 cr with Ruby Frazier spaces avail.: Adv./L iberal10

Participants in this group w ill examine current theories behind conceptions of learning and the learning process. An emphasis w ill be placed on predominantmodels of cognition and a comparison of the various models.


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Child Development 4 cr with Samantha Blanco spaces avail.: Intro/Liberal12

This study w ill provide students w ith basic information related to the normal development of a child, f rom birth through adolescence. Content of this study w illinclude a child's physical, motor, cognitive, language, social and emotional development. Some issues of abnormal development and pathology w ill beaddressed for purposes of comparison. Theories and milestones, such as those developed by Freud, Erikson, and Piaget w ill be highlighted and compared.

177 Livingston Street Wednesdays 6:10-8:10pm Begins September 14, 2016

Children’s Literature: Classics in the Curriculum 4 cr with Jim Wunsch spaces avail.: Humanities - fullyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Adv./L iberal5

Surveying children’s literature from ancient myth, fable, nursery rhymes and fairy tales to 21st century prose, the intent is to show parents and teachers howto integrate the classics into the learning experience for all ages.



College English (CAHE) 4 cr with Karyn Pilgrim spaces avail.: Basic Communications - fullyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Intro/Liberal18

This study group is for students in the Center for Allied Health Diagnostic and Medical Sonography (CAHE) program. This course emphasizes the mechanicsand process of w riting. Students hone their w riting skills through essay and journal exercises, editing, discussion, and revision. Common w riting dif f icultiesare addressed. Students study the principles of expository w riting - the kind of objective, audience-directed prose used in college and beyond to explain anddefend ideas. Because reading, view ing, and w riting are inextricably linked; this course also emphasizes critical reading and view ing, teaching students toanalyze and understand a variety of texts, including expository and literary texts that represent diverse voices and ideas, visual images, and their ow n w riting.

177 Livingston Street Wednesdays 10am-12pm Begins September 14, 2016

College English (CAHE) 4 cr with Karyn Pilgrim spaces avail.: Basic Communications - fullyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Intro/Liberal15

This study group is for students in the Center for Allied Health Diagnostic and Medical Sonography (CAHE) program. This course emphasizes the mechanicsand process of w riting. Students hone their w riting skills through essay and journal exercises, editing, discussion, and revision. Common w riting dif f icultiesare addressed. Students study the principles of expository w riting - the kind of objective, audience-directed prose used in college and beyond to explain anddefend ideas. Because reading, view ing, and w riting are inextricably linked; this course also emphasizes critical reading and view ing, teaching students toanalyze and understand a variety of texts, including expository and literary texts that represent diverse voices and ideas, visual images, and their ow n w riting.

177 Livingston Street Wednesdays 1-3pm Begins September 14, 2016

Drawing 4 cr with Raul Manzano spaces avail.: The Arts - fullyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Intro/Liberal*CLOSED*

This group study introduces students to the fundamental concepts and techniques of draw ing. We w ill study perspective, shading, rendering, gesture, lines(contour, broken, w eight) in a variety of in-class exercises w orking from the skeleton, still life, indoor settings, portrait, and clothed model (w hen available).There w ill be w eekly homew ork assignments to help students develop their skills and engage their imagination. These assignments w ill be documented in asketch journal. Personal expression is encouraged. A selection of students' draw ings is displayed in the Students' Gallery in Brooklyn. Materials: Do not buyart supplies at this time. A list of art supplies w ill be provided on the f irst day of class. Prerequisite: No experience or art background required but w illingnessto w ork is a must! You w ill f ind the atmosphere inspiring and enjoy friendly camaraderie. Students must attend the study group meetings at the BrooklynCenter. Students should contact the instructor at [email protected].


Educational Planning 4 cr with Rosalind October-Edun spaces avail.: Intro/Non-Liberal*CLOSED*

Educational Planning for mentees of Rosalind October-Edun only. Educational Planning is the process of developing and planning your Degree Program andDegree Program Rationale at Empire State College. Students w ill be review ing past academic and life experience, identifying a concentration, and projectingthe Learning Contracts to be designed and accomplished w hile at the college. In addition, students w ill prepare "Learning Essays" if they are requesting PriorLearning Assessment (PLA), the college's process of requesting credit for prior learning outside of the academic setting. Students w ill also work on researchand w riting skills and/or other skills necessary for planning and embarking upon college level w ork and career planning. Additionally, students must attend thePortfolio Workshop prior to the f irst meeting of the study. Students w ill work w ith a w riting coach developing the rationale, entering transcripts to the DegreeProgram and w riting essays for prior learning if the student intends to request such. Students w ill also w ork w ith their mentor in the areas of study, advisingand f inalizing their portfolio for submission to the assessment of f ice. This study is for matriculated students.

177 Livingston Street Wednesdays 6:10-8:10pm Alternating Beginning September 14, 2016

Educational Planning 4 cr with Shantih Clemans spaces avail.: Intro/Non-Liberal4

Educational Planning for mentees of Shantih Clemans only. Educational Planning is the process of developing and planning your Degree Program andDegree Program Rationale at Empire State College. Students w ill be review ing past academic and life experience, identifying a concentration, and projectingthe Learning Contracts to be designed and accomplished w hile at the college. In addition, students w ill prepare "Learning Essays" if they are requesting PriorLearning Assessment (PLA), the college's process of requesting credit for prior learning outside of the academic setting. Students w ill also w ork on researchand w riting skills and/or other skills necessary for planning and embarking upon college level w ork and career planning. Additionally, students must attend thePortfolio Workshop prior to the f irst meeting of the study. Students w ill w ork w ith a w riting coach developing the rationale, entering transcripts to the DP andw riting essays for prior learning if the student intends to request such. Students w ill also w ork w ith their mentor in the areas of study, advising and f inalizingtheir portfolio for submission to the assessment of f ice. This study is for matriculated students.

177 Livingston Street Wednesdays 6:10-8:10pm Alternating Beginning September 14, 2016

Fundamentals of Financial Management 4 cr with Keith Rhodd spaces avail.: Intro/Non-Liberal12


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This study provides students w ith basic insights of f inancial management theory and requires active student involvement. The student w ill be assignedreadings and problems. The topics/subject matter to be covered in this study w ill include the role of f inancial management in the f irm; the goal of the f irm andfunctions of the f inancial manager. Also covered: the legal and tax environment; principles of f inancial return; and tools of f inancial analysis and planning.This study is designed to equip the student w ith the know ledge and the tools needed to make sound f inancial decisions.


Organizational Behavior 4 cr with Marie Segares spaces avail.: Social Sciences - fullyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Adv./L iberal7

Organizational competitiveness starts w ith a sound strategy, clearly communicated values, ef fective leadership and f iguring out w ays to attract, develop andretain dif ference making talent to achieve organizational goals. This course w ill explore the impact that individuals, groups, and structure have on behaviorw ithin organizations, for the purpose of applying that know ledge tow ard improving an organization's ef fectiveness; w ill examine the impact of these factors onbusiness and human resources strategy; and provide insight into the importance of organizational culture. It is expected that students w ill come aw ay w ith agreater understanding of the impact of organizational behavior tow ards achieving improved collaboration and enhanced performance. Upon completion of thisstudy, the student should be able to demonstrate know ledge in the area of organizational behavior, inclusive of: principles of organizational behavior; diversityand attitudes in organizations; the inf luence of values and motivation; group behavior and teams; leadership behavior; pow er and politics; and organizationalculture.


Perspectives in Autism Spectrum Disorders 4 cr with Samantha Blanco spaces avail.: Social Sciences - fullyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Adv./L iberal10

This study w ill provide a historical analysis of Autism Spectrum Disorders, a description of diagnosis, and a detailed study of evidence-based practice inaddressing the symptoms. Students w ill examine how autism impacts the individual across his/her lifespan, the family, and the community.


Theory & Practice in Human Services 4 cr with Shantih Clemans spaces avail.: Social Sciences - fullyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Adv./L iberal1

This study w ill expose students to various theories that inform direct w ork w ith clients, including the ecosystems perspective, psychodynamic approach,cognitive theory, crisis theory, various group w ork theories, feminist theory and narrative theory, among others. Students w ill learn w ays that theories directlytranslate into practice, such as crisis theory informing crisis intervention. Students w ill have choice to explore their own interests in theory and practice.


U.S. History & The African American Experience to 1865 4 cr with Steve Tischler spaces avail.: American History - fullyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Intro/Liberal*CLOSED*

In this study, students examine signif icant social, economic, political, and cultural developments in the history of the U.S. and consider how AfricanAmericans have contributed to the shaping of American society. The study also addresses w hy and how African-Americans have been denied access to allthat America has to of fer and w hy and how racism became a major factor in American life. Specif ic topics include patterns of European settlement, conf lictw ith native peoples, and the emergence of slavery; w estw ard expansion, political crises, and the Civil War; and Reconstruction, reaction, and Jim Crow .


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Anatomy & Physiology (CAHE) 4 cr with Daramola Cabral spaces avail.: Natural Sciences - fullyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Intro/Liberal*CLOSED*

This study group is for students in the Center for Allied Health Diagnostic and Medical Sonography (CAHE) program. This study covers the fundamentals ofhuman anatomy and physiology at the molecular, cellular, and organism levels. Normal human anatomy and physiology w ill be studied using a body systemsapproach emphasizing the interrelation betw een form and function at the gross and microscopic levels of organization. Homeostatic regulation of the majororgan systems w ill be the unifying theme of the course. Integration and control of organ systems w ill be examined as w ell as the changes in normal structureand function caused by disease.

177 Livingston Street Thursdays 10am-12pm Begins September 15, 2016

Anatomy& Physiology (CAHE) 4 cr with Daramola Cabral spaces avail.: Natural Sciences - fullyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Intro/Liberal6


177 Livingston Street Thursdays 1-3pm Begins September 15, 2016


College Mathematics 4 cr with Jeff Stern spaces avail.: Mathematics - fullyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Intro/Liberal4

This study is designed to enable students to achieve the basic competency in mathematics for college w ork. It w ill focus on long-term learning principlesrather than short-term memorization so that students can apply mathematical skills, and thus make a connection betw een study content and the context inw hich it is used through concrete examples rather than through theoretical examples. There w ill be a discussion of topics such as real numbers, linearequations and inequalities, polynomials, factoring, application problems and formulas.

177 Livingston Street Thursdays 6:10-8:10pm Begins September 15, 2016

College Physics (CAHE) 4 cr with Thurman Solano spaces avail.: Natural Sciences - fullyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Intro/Liberal1

This study group is for students in the Center for Allied Health Diagnostic and Medical Sonography (CAHE) program. This study introduces students to themethods, law s, fundamental principles, and problem solving methods of modern physics. Over the course of the term, students w ill review such concepts thescientif ic method; measurement systems and accuracy schema; right triangle vector analysis; law s of motion; f riction, gravity, w ork, pow er and energyphenomena; impulse and momentum; statics; rotational motion; general properties of materials; heat energy and its ef fects; elementary aspects ofthermodynamics; w aves and vibratory motion; sound and light; electricity and magnetism; and fundamentals of atomic structure.


College Writing 4 cr with Thomas Moran spaces avail.: Basic Communications - fullyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Intro/Liberal8

College Writing is designed as a "laboratory" to help students w rite w ith success at the college level. Operating on the assumption that w riting is a processdeveloped over time, w e w ill w ork together to draft and revise a variety of assignments for multiple college audiences. Our group meetings w ill be conductedas w orkshops in w hich students learn together how to generate w riting topics and select w riting roles, to organize and develop their ideas, to give and receivecritical feedback on early drafts, and to use that feedback as a basis for revision. Because the study emphasizes review and revision as key moments in thew riting process, students w ill be asked to share their w riting and both give and receive feedback on each others w ork. This is an ideal study for w riters w how ould like to re-familiarize themselves w ith school w riting in a supportive setting.


Essentials of Anatomy and Physiology 4 cr with Daramola Cabral spaces avail.: Natural Sciences - fullyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Intro/Liberal*CLOSED*


177 Livingston Street Thursdays 10am-12pm Begins September 15, 2016

Introduction To Human Services 4 cr with Ismay Griffith spaces avail.: Intro/Liberal11

The purpose of this study is to provide students w ith an overview of the f ield of human services. Students w ill have the opportunity to explore the roles andresponsibilities of human services professionals. They w ill be provided w ith basic know ledge of the f ield and introduced to skills and strategies used byprofessionals. The opportunity to examine some of the agencies in this service area is included. This study is valuable for students to explore issues ofparticular interest to them as potential human services professionals. Ethical principles and values necessary for w orking in human services w ill beemphasized.


Medical Cannabis and the Law 4 cr with AmyRuth Tobol spaces avail.: Intro and Adv./Liberal7

On July 7, 2014, New York became the 23rd state to legalize the use of marijuana for certain medical conditions. The history and debates surrounding thelegalization and criminalization of marijuana over time provides students w ith a unique opportunity to understand how the legal system operates in action,specif ically w here law comes from, the purpose of law and how and w hy our def initions of crime shif t and change. By the end of this study, students w ill:Understand debates about purpose and function of law in American society; understand the changing nature of our def initions of crime and relationship ofthose def initions to cultural values and beliefs; understand w here law comes from and tensions w ithin a federalist system; and be able to read and criticallyanalyze judicial opinions, statutes and regulations.


Microeconomics 4 cr with Victoria Vernon spaces avail.: Social Sciences - fullyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Intro/Liberal12


Students w ill study the principles of microeconomics and develop an understanding of the micro aspects of economics by investing a w ide range of problemsfrom prices to monopolies and from supply and demand to competition and the supply curve. The study w ill focus on real w orld examples and relevant casestudies.


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Essentials of Anatomy & Physiology (CAHE) 4 cr with Daramola Cabral spaces avail.: Natural Sciences - fullyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Intro/Liberal*CLOSED*


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Food in History 4 cr with Bob Carey spaces avail.: Western Civilization - fully

Other World Civi lizations - fullyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Intro/Liberal20

An approach to thinking about historical change and how our everyday life got to be "everyday", the study locates food in history, so that w e can explore thew ays in w hich the human need to eat regularly, the human capacity to treat many things as food and the human capacity for inventiveness have shaped andreshaped the natural w orld w hich is the source, ultimately, of all that w e put on the table. What are the consequences of setting the table? We w ill w ant tothink about that. The study begins w ith an overview of the history of food, then looks at particular foods and their history and the role in shaping of the modernw orld. It looks at sugar, among other foods, and concludes w ith a unit on some very contemporary issues -- obesity and famine. How should w e account forthese strange fellow travelers? We w ill use an Moodle platform for discussion, links to visual material, posting of w ritten w ork. We begin w ith anorganizational meeting; every meeting is followed by one w eek of online discussion and completing w riting assignments.


Research & Writing for Health Careers (CAHE) 4 cr with Daramola Cabral spaces avail.: Intro/Liberal*CLOSED*

This study group is for students in the Center for Allied Health Diagnostic and Medical Sonography (CAHE) program. This study focuses on the developmentof research and w riting skills appropriate for scholarly communication in the broad f ield of health sciences. Broadly, these skills include, but are not limited to,understanding how to research the public health literature and scientif ic w riting that conforms to the disciplinary expectations. Students learn the process ofconducting a literature review and how to summarize the health sciences literature relevant to a w ell-defined research topic.


Theater, Community & Social Change 4 cr with Lucy Winner spaces avail.: The Arts - fullyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Intro and Adv./Liberal20

We w ill examine and practice w ays in w hich theater can be used to engage communities in dialogue and create change -- addressing issues ranging fromcommunity building and education to social justice to health education to conf lict resolution. We w ill read about and view case studies of such theater innon-traditional venues, such as prisons, long term care facilities, refugee camps and zones of w ar. We w ill explore the w ork of Augusto Boal, Paolo Freire,and others w ho have developed relevant theories and practices that inform this w ork. This interdisciplinary and interactive study is appropriate for students inthe arts, as well as many areas of community and human service, such as health studies, criminal justice and social w elfare, as w ell as educational studies.


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Academic Planning for Performing Arts & Interdisciplinary Studies 4 cr with Lucy Winner spaces avail.: Intro/Non-Liberal7

This study is for students w ho w ish to complete the degree program in one study, and w ho feel that they might prof it f rom the structure and peer support of agroup model. Students w ill meet as a group and also independently w ith the mentor. Students w ill develop a degree plan w hich w ill guide their studies at thecollege. They w ill also w rite and edit a series of essays documenting college-level learning from life experience, w hich w ill be submitted for credit. This studyis for Lucy Winner's students only, and is for matriculated students.

325 Hudson Street Mondays noon- 2 p.m. Begins September 12, 2016

American Business History 4 cr with Cynthia Ward spaces avail.: American History - fullyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Adv./L iberal10

This study explores the history of business enterprise in American culture and society. The narrative of U.S. history in the 20th century w ill be examinedthrough examination of specif ic topics in economic and business history. The country’s economic grow th and development has made it a leader in standardof living domestically and in w orld af fairs abroad. How ever, continuing tensions exist around issues such as free market concepts versus governmentregulation, employer versus labor rights, income inequality, and the individualism of small business versus the dominance of large corporations.Contemporary issues including the disappearing middle class, the rise of the "big box" Walmart-style store, and the inf luence of the stock market onretirement and housing w ill be view ed in historical context. Meets a requirement in business and the U.S. history general education requirement. Backgroundknow ledge of U.S. history recommended.

325 Hudson Street Mondays 4-6 p.m. Begins September 12, 2016

College Mathematics 4 cr with Jeff Stern spaces avail.: Mathematics - fullyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Intro/Liberal1

This study is designed for students w ho w ish to learn to use mathematics as an everyday tool, and to get better prepared for their career. Principles andapplications of mathematical topics around us w ill be covered through discussions and problem solving. This study is equally benef icial for students majoringin community and human services, social theory, business, labor, cultural, historical and educational studies, as w ell as in arts, human development, science,mathematics, technology and others. Students may use an online tutorial and study management system for additional help and for completing theirassignments. It includes such topics as problem solving, introduction to sets, the real number system, topics in algebra, consumer mathematics, interest,home ow nership, introduction to probability and counting techniques, introduction to statistics.

325 Hudson Street Mondays 6:10-8:10pm Begins September 12, 2016

Coping with Life Challenges 4 cr with David Gechlik spaces avail.: Adv./L iberal*CLOSED*

This study w ill be organized around various challenges that people face in life. Coping strategies and skills w ill be explored for a variety of situations. Topicsthat w ill be covered include: process of coping, coping w ith depression, coping w ith loneliness, shyness, and rejection, coping w ith anxiety, coping w ith anger,coping w ith conf licts in close relationships, coping w ith loss, coping w ith aging, coping w ith pain, coping w ith illness and maintaining health, coping w ith injuryand trauma, coping as a life philosophy.

325 Hudson Street Mondays 6:10-8:10 p.m. Begins September 12, 2016

Corporate Finance 4 cr with Diane Perilli spaces avail.: Adv./Non-Liberal4

This study provides students w ith the fundamental theories of managerial f inance w hich w ill enable them to understand the allocation of capital funds. Thestudy focuses on the dynamic economic environment in w hich corporate f inancial decisions are made, the role of the f inancial manager w ithin the f irm andthe empirical aspects of corporate f inance. Topics include the f inancial environment; time value of money; risk and return tradeoff; techniques of f inancialanalysis and planning; management of w orking capital; f ixed assets and capital budgeting; cost of capital; dividend policies; and sources of long-termfinancing.


Fundamentals of Financial Management 4 cr with Keith Rhodd spaces avail.: Intro/Non-Liberal10

This study provides students w ith basic insights of f inancial management theory and requires active student involvement. The student w ill be assignedreadings and problems. The topics/subject matter to be covered in this study w ill include the role of f inancial management in the f irm; the goal of the f irm andfunctions of the f inancial manager. Also covered: the legal and tax environment; principles of f inancial return; and tools of f inancial analysis and planning.This study is designed to equip the student w ith the know ledge and the tools needed to make sound f inancial decisions.

325 Hudson Street Mondays 4-6pm Begins September 12, 2016


Grant Writing 4 cr with Ruth Goldberg spaces avail.: Basic Communications - partiallyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Intro/Liberal*CLOSED*

Students w ill w ork w ith the mentor in a group tutorial on the subject of grant and proposal w riting. The f irst step in this w ork w ill be to attend at least one freegrant w riting seminar at The Foundation Center. The group w ill meet every other w eek to discuss this w ork as it progresses. Based on students' particularinterests, a reading list w ill be developed and a series of projects w ill be organized as the w ork of the study. This w ill culminate in one or several f inishedgrant proposals and a f inal paper elaborating the student's learning over the course of the semester.

325 Hudson Street Mondays 4-6pm Alternating Begins September 12, 2016

Introduction to Digital Editing 4 cr with Jason Pollard spaces avail.: The Arts - fullyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Intro/Liberal3

Students w ill learn the theory of non-linear editing and skills such as capturing video and audio, organizing rough footage, assembling and trimmingsequences, editing, recording audio and mixing audio. Exploring the w eb, w e w ill study in-depth video compression techniques, uploading footage, creatingan online video channel, visit sites that host video, and discuss the best distribution options or delivery mechanism.


Introduction to Philosophy 4 cr with Albert Castelo spaces avail.: Humanities - fullyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Intro/Liberal*CLOSED*

In this introduction to philosophical inquiry, the student w ill examine classic, modern and contemporary readings on subjects that include the meaning of life,the nature of the w orld, the foundation of morality, the relationship betw een the individual and the state, the concept of human freedom, the possibility ofknow ledge, the connection betw een the body and the mind, the rights of animals, and the existence of God. Philosophy means love of w isdom, and itteaches how to think; its study is recommended to students w ho w ish to improve their ability to speak, write, and think clearly and independently.


Introduction to Psychology 4 cr with Deborah Moore spaces avail.: Social Sciences - fullyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Intro/Liberal1

This study is designed to familiarize students w ith the basic concepts of psychology. Students w ill examine various psychological concepts and theories fromthe follow ing areas: social psychology, developmental psychology, cognitive psychology, personality psychology, behavioral psychology, and abnormalpsychology.


Organizational Behavior 4 cr with Richard Savior spaces avail.: Social Sciences - fullyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Adv./Non-Liberal*CLOSED*

Organizational competitiveness starts w ith a sound strategy, clearly communicated values, ef fective leadership and f iguring out w ays to attract, develop andretain dif ference making talent to achieve organizational goals. This course w ill explore the impact that individuals, groups, and structure have on behaviorw ithin organizations, for the purpose of applying that know ledge tow ard improving an organization's ef fectiveness; w ill examine the impact of these factors onbusiness and human resources strategy; and provide insight into the importance of organizational culture. It is expected that students w ill come aw ay w ith agreater understanding of the impact of organizational behavior tow ards achieving improved collaboration and enhanced performance. Upon completion of thisstudy, the student should be able to demonstrate know ledge in the area of organizational behavior, inclusive of: principles of organizational behavior; diversityand attitudes in organizations; the inf luence of values and motivation; group behavior and teams; leadership behavior; pow er and politics; and organizationalculture.


Principles of Accounting I 4 cr with Diane Perilli spaces avail.: Intro/Non-Liberal1

In view of the important role of accounting in today's dynamic business w orld, this study is designed for Business, Management and Economics students w how ish to learn accounting principles and use basic accounting in their career. The study introduces terminology used in the accounting f ield, methods ofaccounting measurements, and basic accounting concepts. Also covered are the preparation and analysis of simple statements and practical application ofaccounting principles. This study is included in accounting core concentration.


Screenwriting 4 cr with Ruth Goldberg spaces avail.: The Arts - fullyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Intro/Liberal*CLOSED*


Students w ill meet every other w eek in this small group tutorial on learning to w rite for the screen. Students w ill begin by studying Aristotle's Poetics and w illbe expected to gain an understanding of the fundamental elements of dramatic w riting, including the key concepts of the action-idea, conflict, plotting,character development, building dramatic tension, catharsis and denouement, among others. They w ill also read Michael Tierno's Aristotle's Poetics forScreenw riters, Christopher Vogler's The Writer's Journey and Inside Story by Dara Marks and w ill be expected to become familiar w ith the hero's journeymodel of plot development associated w ith the w ork of Joseph Campbell and others. Students w ill be expected to buy or borrow a copy of the screenw ritingsoftw are called Final Draft in order to create properly formatted scripts.

325 Hudson Street Mondays 4-6pm Alternating Beginning September 19, 2016

Strategic Management 4 cr with Richard Savior spaces avail.: Adv./L iberal*CLOSED*

Strategic management is primarily concerned w ith understanding an organization’s external environment, aligning the organization’s activities w ith oneanother to respond to and support specif ic external needs and competitive forces in order to create competitive advantage. Strategic management involvesspecifying the organization’s objectives, developing policies and plans designed to achieve these objectives, and then allocating resources to implement theplans. The idea of this study is to provide an overview of the f ield of strategic management.


Theories of Personality 4 cr with Deborah Moore spaces avail.: Social Sciences - fullyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Adv./L iberal2

Personality theory seeks to account for and to explain individual behavior. This study examines major theories of human personality to include, but not limitedto, psychodynamic, behavioral genetic, cognitive, humanistic/existential, sociological, and cultural areas of inquiry. Students w ill examine personalitydevelopment throughout the life span and how it does or does not change as a function of the life stage, experiences, or socio-cultural inf luence.


Youth-in-transition: An applied learning experience in research and the NYC foster 4 cr with Debra Kram-Fernandez spaces avail.: Adv./L iberal2

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Academic Planning 4 cr with Ruth Goldberg spaces avail.: Intro/Non-Liberal2

Students w ill develop degree plans, w hich w ill serve as the structure for their studies at Empire State College. Students w ill w rite a series of essaysdocumenting their college level prior learning experience to be evaluated for credit as part of this process. This is only for students w ho have Ruth Goldbergas a primary mentor. All other students should plan to do Academic Planning w ith their ow n primary mentors. This study is for matriculated students.Students in this study group w ill meet once a w eek to discuss this work as it progresses.

325 Hudson Street Tuesdays 2-4 p.m. Begins September 13, 2016

African American Literature 4 cr with Albert Castelo spaces avail.: Humanities - fullyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Intro and Adv./Liberal*CLOSED*

The purpose of this study is to introduce a broad range of literary w orks produced by African American novelists, poets, dramatists and essayists since the19th century. The exploration of these texts allow s the student to discover the major esthetic, intellectual, and political concerns of these w riters andcontributes to a better understanding of American culture as a whole. An additional goal of the study is to familiarize the student w ith the specif ic terms andconventions of literary analysis and to help him or her become more practiced at using them.

325 Hudson Street Tuesdays 6:10-8:10 p.m. Begins September 13, 2016

Business Law & the Legal Environment I 4 cr with Justin Giordano spaces avail.: Intro/Liberal7

This study group begins w ith an overview of the legal environment by examining the role of law in society. Ethical issues, constitutional rights granted tobusiness, and the process of dispute resolution also w ill be covered. This study w ill encompass the theoretical and practical applications of business law .Major areas of study include: law and the legal system, criminal, administrative, contracts, and torts law , business ethics and social responsibility, legalaspects of business and consumer transactions, commercial paper and banking.



Cultural Anthropology: Peoples of the World 4 cr with Susan Tratner spaces avail.: Other World Civi lizations - fully

Social Sciences - fullyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Intro/Liberal19

Ever w onder w hy people around you are dif ferent? It is all cultural. Anthropology is the study of culture in all of its forms and all of those aspects that make usunique. This study w ill introduce the basic topics of anthropology and then dive into studies of specific cultural groups from around the w orld.

325 Hudson Street Tuesdays noon-2 p.m. Begins September 13, 2016

Cultural Diversity in the Workplace 4 cr with Susan Tratner spaces avail.: Adv./L iberal7

This study w ill examine cultural diversity issues, potentially including but not limited to: gender, racial and ethnic, and sexual orientation discrimination in thepublic service/corporate w orkplace. Conflicts betw een and among diverse w orkplace groups w ill be explored. It fulfills the Business, Management andEconomics area of study requirement for understanding organizations w ithin a broader context. Please contact the mentor, [email protected], for a listof texts.


Ecology & the Environment 4 cr with Kevin Woo spaces avail.: Natural Sciences - fullyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Intro/Liberal*CLOSED*

The natural w orld is a complex theater. Since the beginning of the Earth's history, many living and non-living interactions have shaped the various globalecosystems into the forms that w e have today. In this group study, w e w ill examine how 1) the environment has shaped species interactions, 2) species haveevolved and adapted to dynamic environmental changes, 3) the impacts of human actions have altered natural systems, and 4) w e can better understand theconservation of the planet and species in decline.


Entrepreneurship 4 cr with Justin Giordano spaces avail.: Adv./Non-Liberal8

Students interested in entrepreneurship w ill explore the benef its and pitfalls of managing and/or starting a small business. Among the major topics that w ill becovered are: the entrepreneurial historical perspective; how to start, develop and operate a new venture; as well as the legal issues facing the entrepreneur.


Europe & Its Impact on the World 4 cr with Steve Tischler spaces avail.: Western Civilization - fullyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Intro and Adv./Liberal*CLOSED*

In this study, students examine the grow th and impact of a market economy in Europe and how it helped to transform societies in Africa, the Americas, andAsia. In tracing the emergence of a market economy, students assess social, political, and cultural developments in Europe that w ere inf luenced byeconomic change. They also consider how Europe's initial transformation w as stimulated by contacts w ith other parts of the w orld and how the expansion ofEurope's economy relied upon relationships w ith Africa, the Americas, and Asia. Specif ic topics include a contrast betw een feudal and market societies; theorigins of the Commercial Revolution and its impact on global trade and international relations; the Industrial Revolution, European society, and the ThirdWorld; and the "new " imperialism.


Family Dynamics 4 cr with Rena Bushman spaces avail.: Social Sciences - fullyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Adv./L iberal1

This study group w ill explore the development of the family and its interactive inf luence on psychological development. Its focus w ill be to develop anaw areness of the progression of normal family development and the salient issues throughout the family life cycle. Topics include the dynamics of families,the role of siblings in development, typical danger situations of childhood, the effects of divorce on child development, and the identif ication of adaptive andmaladaptive family structures.

325 Hudson Street Tuesdays 6:10-8:10pm Begins September 13, 2016

Introduction to Digital Photography 4 cr with Terry Boddie spaces avail.: The Arts - fullyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Intro/Liberal*CLOSED*

The purpose of this study is to allow the student to explore in detail the medium of photography. Students in this study w ill learn how to use their digital SLRcamera to capture images. They w ill then learn to use editing softw are such as Adobe Photoshop and Camera Raw to process the images and prepare themfor printing.



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Introduction to Human Services 4 cr with Rena Bushman spaces avail.: Intro/Liberal16

This study group explores the changing roles and functions of the human service w orker and the range and types of human service agencies andorganizations. Through group discussion and group exercises, students w ill examine the values, attitudes, skills and know ledge that constitute professionalrelationships. Also, students w ill compare and contrast connections betw een and among social problems, social policy w ith the ability of current humanservice organizations to deliver services to those in need.


Issues in Contemporary Art 4 cr with Betty Wilde-Biasiny spaces avail.: The Arts - fullyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Adv./L iberal11

This is an advanced level seminar on the recent history of visual art, as w ell as the theoretical background necessary to understand the w orld ofcontemporary art. This seminar w ill consist of a variety of visual presentations, and group discussions of the art historical and theoretical readings. Along w ithan assigned text, students w ill be expected to perform on-line research and to attend a variety of art exhibitions and events related to the study. In addition toa series of short thematic papers, students w ill develop an independent research paper based upon a specif ic theme or aspect of contemporary art.Prerequisites: This study is especially relevant for students w hose degree program is in the visual arts, and w ho have taken art history courses in 20thCentury Art History or Modern Art or the equivalent before taking this course. Students from other concentrations are w elcome and encouraged to participate,as much of the arts of the 21st century are interdisciplinary in scope.


Mathematics for Business 4 cr with Gohar Marikyan spaces avail.: Mathematics - fullyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Intro/Liberal*CLOSED*

Mathematics for Business presents math skills and know ledge that can be applied in solving f inancial problems. The core topics include business f inance,trade and cash discounts, markup and markdow n, business statistics, w ages and payroll, simple interest and simple discount, compound interest, futurevalue, and present value, mortgages, sinking funds, and amortization, depreciation, inventory, insurance, business insurance, life insurance, annuities, taxes,stocks and bonds. Students w ill also gain an understanding of f inancial instruments and terminology used in business f inance. This serves as a foundationfor further studies in business, management, accounting, and f inance. Students w ill gain skills to manage personal f inance. Please note: This course w asformerly called Business Mathematics


Multicultural Psychology 4 cr with Jane Silver spaces avail.: Social Sciences - fullyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Adv./L iberal7

What does it mean to be culturally competent? This study w ill ask students to explore this question and many others. Students w ill examine themultidimensional model of cultural competence and how it applies to various racial/cultural groups including w omen, persons w ith disabilities, LGBTIQindividuals, the elderly, African-Americans, Asian-Americans, Native-Americans and Latino/a (s).


Principles of Marketing 4 cr with Susan Tratner spaces avail.: Intro/Non-Liberal14

This study w ill cover the basic marketing concept, market research techniques, segmentation of markets, targeting and positioning, the elements of themarketing mix, and the creation of a marketing plan. The focus w ill be on the consumer and the creation of products and services that are designed for thatconsumer. It is important to note that consumer can be defined how ever the student w ishes: a consumer for a product, a patient in a hospital, or acommunity member for a school. The f inal project may involve the student creating a marketing plan for a business that they hope to start or they already run.

325 Hudson Street Tuesdays 4-6pm Begins September 13, 2016

Songwriting 4 cr with Lisa Parkins spaces avail.: The Arts - fullyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Intro and Adv./Liberal*CLOSED*

In this study, students create lyrics and/or music for songs in one or more genres. Songs by w ell-know n artists are analyzed and used as models for studentw ork. The student w ill generate new material by means of a series of w riting/composing exercises. The development of lyric themes focusing on character,setting, and narrative are investigated. Structural strategies such as hooks, refrains, and repetition w ith variation w ill be explored. The student w ill learn howto craft melodies and chord progressions that support emotional intention. Musical arrangements w ill also be discussed. The student w ill complete one ormore songs during the term. Work includes w ritten analyses of several songs and a research project focusing on the songs by one artist and/or group. Basedon a discussion w ith the instructor, this study can be taken for either introductory or advanced level credit. This study fulf ills the General Educationrequirements in The Arts.

325 Hudson Street Tuesdays 6:10-8:10pm Alternate weeks, beginning September 13, 2016

Understanding China 4 cr with Tom Grunfeld spaces avail.: Other World Civi lizations - fullyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Intro and Adv./Liberal11


While the United States is the w orld’s only superpow er, there are some in Washington w ho are concerned that someday China w ill rival it for that status.Others have argued that w hile China may have that potential, there are enormous hurdles to overcome before it can be called a superpow er. China seems tobe in the new s daily for one thing or another but w hat do w e know about this potential rival? The problem is that Americans know little about Chinese historyand culture and make decisions based on w hat they assume China is like. This study w ill examine the modern history of China from the middle of the 19thcentury to the present in order to better understand the Chinese w orld view and get beyond the headlines. We w ill explore the transition from dynastic rulethrough republican governments to the communist and post-communist state and how these events have impacted how China sees the w orld today. Bothinternal (Confucianism) and external (the role of imperialism) factors w ill be w eighed. The role of the United States w ill also be examined. If this study can betaken at the advanced level for students able and w illing to fulf ill elevated expectations.


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Child & Family Welfare with Internship 4 cr with Debra Kram-Fernandez spaces avail.: Adv./L iberal*CLOSED*

The purpose of this study is to develop understanding, empathy and a repertoire of skills for serving families that experience a most vulnerable and dif f iculttime in their lives, a time w hen children are placed in family foster care. Students w ill learn about the child w elfare system in New York City, how familiescome to be know n by the foster care system, services available to families, theoretical underpinnings of and models of care and intervention, the potentialimpact of this adverse event on children, parents and foster parents; and students w ill learn skills for establishing relationships w ith families, goal setting,contracting, w orking on making changes and helping families to experience a helpful and positive closure experience w hen the internship comes to an end. Inaddition, this study is to develop an understanding of child and family violence as it impacts children, youth and parents. The social, cultural andpsychological factors w hich relate to family violence w ill be explored. As part of this study, students w ill participate in an volunteer-ship -- 90 hours (6 hoursper w eek), w herein they w ill learn to interact w ith families during supervised visits, at a New York City foster care agency. Must contact this study mentor,Debra Kram-Fernandez, before registering. Must be available to do 6 hours of volunteer-ship betw een Monday-Friday 10-6 and/or Saturdays 10-4. This is inaddition to bi-w eekly study group meetings.

325 Hudson Street Wednesdays 1-3pm Begins September 14, 2016

College Writing 4 cr with Deborah Johnstone spaces avail.: Basic Communications - fullyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Intro/Liberal1

This study w ill focus on how to w rite ef fectively by using correct grammar and by analyzing exemplary essays. Through w riting, revising, reading, anddiscussing, students w ill learn to analyze the relationships betw een w riting and thinking. With rigorous attention to cultural and historical perspectives,students w ill develop an aw areness of biases, values and judgements w ithin their w riting and other w riters' w ork. Students w ill analyze and discuss the w ritingof dif ferent authors, but their ow n w riting w ill be the primary focus of the study.


Digital Painting 4 cr with Betty Wilde-Biasiny spaces avail.: The Arts - fullyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Intro and Adv./Liberal3

Digital Painting is a group study of creative uses of digital softw are. Students w ill need at least a basic understanding of Photoshop and have the intention tow ork on a body of art work w ithin the digital media lab at Metro-Hudson. Advanced students w ill be required to w ork more independently on a body of w ork;w hereas introductory students w ill be given more structured assignments. Advanced students may also w ork on the structured assignments to ref ine theirtechnical skills, but are expected to focus on their f inal portfolio by the middle of the term. Activities w ill include scanning, imaging, color management, andrepositioning of images made in other other art forms (w atercolor, photography, painting, et al) into digital form. This w ill become the basis for creativemanipulation of the image into a new form. Students may also feel f ree to create directly w ithin the softw are and take that process in new directions. All w orkw ill be required to be printed by the student. Students w ill need to purchase their ow n f ine art papers; store images on a portable drive; and attend additionallab sessions to w ork on their projects. Students may also w ork on their ow n equipment from home, but are required to at least attend the group w orkshopmeeting.

325 Hudson Street Wednesdays 1:00-3:00 p.m. Begins September 14, 2016

Educational Planning 4 cr with Betty Wilde-Biasiny spaces avail.: Intro/Non-Liberal1

Educational Planning for mentees of Betty Wilde-Biasyny only. Educational Planning is the process of developing and planning your Degree Program andDegree Program Rationale at Empire State College. Students w ill be review ing past academic and life experience, identifying a concentration, and projectingthe Learning Contracts to be designed and accomplished w hile at the college. In addition, students w ill prepare "Learning Essays" if they are requesting PriorLearning Assessment (PLA), the college's process of requesting credit for prior learning outside of the academic setting. Students w ill also w ork on researchand w riting skills and/or other skills necessary for planning and embarking upon college level w ork and career planning. Additionally, students must attend thePortfolio Workshop prior to the f irst meeting of the study. Students w ill work w ith a w riting coach developing the rationale, entering transcripts to the DP andw riting essays for prior learning if the student intends to request such. Students w ill also w ork w ith their mentor in the areas of study, advising and finalizingtheir portfolio for submission to the assessment of f ice. This study is for matriculated students.

325 Hudson Street Wednesdays 6:10-8:10 p.m. Alternating beginning September 14, 2016

Educational Planning 4 cr with Debra Kram-Fernandez spaces avail.: Intro/Non-Liberal2


Educational Planning for mentees of Debra Kram-Fernandez only. Educational Planning is the process of developing and planning your Degree Program andDegree Program Rationale at Empire State College. Students w ill be review ing past academic and life experience, identifying a concentration, and projectingthe Learning Contracts to be designed and accomplished w hile at the college. In addition, students w ill prepare "Learning Essays" if they are requesting PriorLearning Assessment (PLA), the college's process of requesting credit for prior learning outside of the academic setting. Students w ill also work on researchand w riting skills and/or other skills necessary for planning and embarking upon college level w ork and career planning. Additionally, students must attend thePortfolio Workshop prior to the f irst meeting of the study. Students w ill work w ith a w riting coach developing the rationale, entering transcripts to the DP andw riting essays for prior learning if the student intends to request such. Students w ill also w ork w ith their mentor in the areas of study, advising and finalizingtheir portfolio for submission to the assessment of f ice. This study is for matriculated students.

325 Hudson Street Wednesdays 6:10-8:10 p.m. Alternating Beginning September 14, 2016

Educational Planning 4 cr with Lisa Parkins spaces avail.: Intro/Non-Liberal*CLOSED*

Educational Planning for mentees of Lisa Parkins only. Educational Planning is the process of developing and planning your Degree Program and DegreeProgram Rationale at Empire State College. Students w ill be review ing past academic and life experience, identifying a concentration, and projecting theLearning Contracts to be designed and accomplished w hile at the college. In addition, students w ill prepare "Learning Essays" if they are requesting PriorLearning Assessment (PLA), the college's process of requesting credit for prior learning outside of the academic setting. Students w ill also w ork on researchand w riting skills and/or other skills necessary for planning and embarking upon college level w ork and career planning. Additionally, students must attend thePortfolio Workshop prior to the f irst meeting of the study. Students w ill work w ith a w riting coach developing the rationale, entering transcripts to the DP andw riting essays for prior learning if the student intends to request such. Students w ill also w ork w ith their mentor in the areas of study, advising and finalizingtheir portfolio for submission to the assessment of f ice. This study is for matriculated students.


Educational Planning 4 cr with Terry Boddie spaces avail.: Intro/Non-Liberal2

Educational Planning for matriculated mentees of Terry Boddie only. Educational Planning is the process of developing and planning your Degree Programand Degree Program Rationale at Empire State College. Students w ill be review ing past academic and life experience, identifying a concentration, andprojecting the Learning Contracts to be designed and accomplished w hile at the college. In addition, students w ill prepare "Learning Essays" if they arerequesting Prior Learning Assessment (PLA), the college's process of requesting credit for prior learning outside of the academic setting. Students w ill alsow ork on research and writing skills and/or other skills necessary for planning and embarking upon college level w ork and career planning. Additionally,students must attend the Portfolio Workshop prior to the f irst meeting of the study. Students w ill w ork w ith a w riting coach developing the rationale, enteringtranscripts to the DP and w riting essays for prior learning if the student intends to request such. Students w ill also w ork w ith their mentor in the areas ofstudy, advising and f inalizing their portfolio for submission to the assessment of f ice.


Fashion in US History 4 cr with Kim Hewitt spaces avail.: American History - fullyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Adv./L iberal15

Prerequisite: This is an advanced level study. College level reading, w riting and computer skills are required for this study. This is a hybrid study, w hichrequires computer skills. This study w ill survey the w ays in w hich fashion in the United States has been shaped by major developments in American history.Beginning w ith the development of the textile industry, this course w ill place fashion and the fashion industry w ithin social, cultural and economic framew orks,and w ill cover a variety of topics including: industrialization, immigration, "becoming American," labor movements, gender and the w omen's movement, classdif ferentiations, haute couture, consumer culture, and the inf luence of the entertainment industry and globalization on American fashion. Students w illdevelop an understanding of the trajectory of fashion in American history, w hich w ill require both a know ledge of various aspects of fashion and fashionindustry and of major trends in American history. Students w ill gain theoretical and concrete know ledge of how fashion "w orks" w ithin the context of Americanhistory -- w hat purposes it serves, how it changes, how it ref lects culture, and how it may be analyzed as a cultural and historical text. Students w ill beexpected to demonstrate their analytical ability in several w riting assignments.


Intermediate Accounting 1 4 cr with Keith Rhodd spaces avail.: Adv./Non-Liberal*CLOSED*

The study provides students w ith a thorough understanding of the application of accounting principles and techniques underlying f inancial reporting. Thestudy is suitable for students aspiring to a career in accounting or f inance. The study's primary objective is to give students the tools necessary to understandand execute appropriate accounting procedures, w ith an appreciation of the broader context in w hich accounting information is generated and used. Anoverview of the f inancial statements is provided and then focuses in more detail on revenue recognition, current assets, long-term assets, and accounting forinvestments. Prerequisite: Principles of Accounting 1& 2, each study w ith a grade of C or better.


Macroeconomics 4 cr with Victoria Vernon spaces avail.: Social Sciences - fullyfulfills SUNY gen. ed. req in Intro/Liberal*CLOSED*

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