Summer Courses for Current Shenandoah Students

Special pricing rate of $495 per 3 credit course — Save 80% per credit! 

For the Summer I term, Students are required to pay tuition by May 12, students who enroll after May 12 will be required to pay at the time of registration. The last day to register for any course is the first day of the course.

Art 200 Art Appreciation | Asynchronous Online Course

June 2-July 12

Instructor: Abigail Gómez

A survey of the principles of aesthetics as applied to painting, sculpture, architecture, ceramics and photography. (3 Credits)

This course fulfills ShenEd requirements. 

BA 107 Personal Money Skills | Asynchronous Online Course

June 2-July 12

Instructor: Wenbin Tang

In this course, students learn to budget their finances, balance their checking accounts and learn about taxes, banking, consumer credit, casualty and life insurance, investment markets, stock transactions and retirement planning. (3 Credits)

BA 203 Statistics and Data Analysis for Business | Asynchronous Online Course

June 2-July 12

Instructor: Mariam Kotachi

This course provides the student with an overview of some important analytical tools including exploratory data analysis, probability distributions, inferential statistics, hypothesis testing and analysis of variance. The two foci of attention are: 1) learning about the structure of analytical tools and 2) learning how to use these tools to analyze various phenomena and improve decision-making in business and selected non-business applications. (3 Credits)

This course fulfills ShenEd requirements. 

BA 211 Principles of Financial Accounting | Asynchronous Online Course

June 2 – July 12

Instructor: Yunita Anwar

An introduction of the fundamentals of accounting which is a basic language of business. Journals, ledgers, adjusting entries and closing entries are introduced and utilized in the preparation of financial and operating statements of sole proprietorships and corporations. (3 Credits)

BA 303 Legal Environment of Business | Asynchronous Online Course

June 2 – July 12

Instructor: John Winn

This course is a study of law as it applies to ordinary business situations with focus upon the Uniform Commercial Code dealing with obligations, contracts, agency, and negotiable instruments. (3 Credits)

Pre-requisites: Junior-level standing

BA 330 Introduction to Finance | Asynchronous Online Course

June 2 – July 12

Instructor: Wenbin Tang

This course is an introduction to all aspects of corporate financial management, including the role of finance in a business organization; the role of financial markets and institutions; interpretation, analysis and forecasting of financial statements; time value of money; the consumption-investment decision; the various instruments of debt and equity; and valuation methods. (3 Credits)

Pre-requisites:  BA-211 and BA-203 – Must be completed prior to taking this course.

BA 361 Marketing Research | Asynchronous Online Course

June 2 – July 12

Instructor: Mrinalini Chouhary

Introduction to the techniques, tools and applications of marketing research. Upon completion of this course, the student will have acquired the knowledge and skills needed to design proposals and marketing research studies, collect data using field and desk methods, analyze data using purposebuilt software, and report findings to aid decision-making – all according to established ethical guidelines.

Pre-requisites:  BA 360 and BA 203 or equivalent

BA 490 Integrative Management | Asynchronous Online Course

June 2 – July 12

Instructor: Jonathan Chatfield

This course serves as a capstone experience for the undergraduate program. Through case studies and exposure to current events, students apply concepts, analyze situations, evaluate action options and create solutions to organizational challenges.  Students integrate knowledge and concepts from prior BBA coursework.  Topics covered may include methods for analyzing the business environment as well as firm resources and capabilities, mergers and acquisitions, international business, joint ventures and other strategies, corporate social responsibility, and corporate governance.

Prerequisite(s): Senior-level standing

CGBI 121 Continued Growth General Biology I & Biology Lab | Asynchronous Online Course

June 2 – 20

Instructor: Laurel Rodgers

This course is a continuation of BIO 121 completed in the previous semester in which students will have additional opportunities to learn the material from the previously completed course. This course will provide additional lectures, learning materials, and assessments to help students better understand the material from the BIO 121 course. (0 credits)

Prerequisite(s): BIO 121

CGBI 122 Continued Growth General Biology II & Biology Lab | Asynchronous Online Course

June 2 – 23

Instructor: Kimberly Orrell

This course is a continuation of BIO 122 completed in the previous semester in which students will have additional opportunities to learn the material from the previously completed course. This course will provide additional lectures, learning materials, and assessments to help students better understand the material from the BIO 122 course. (0 Credits)

Prerequisite(s): BIO 122

BIO 111 Biology and Society | Asynchronous Online Course

June 2 – July 12

Instructor: Laurel Rodgers, Ana Leal Cervantes

This non-majors course surveys basic concepts of the biological sciences through research projects, class discussions and lab exercises. Students will examine the nature of science and gain insight into many of the social implications of scientific knowledge, including how information gained through scientific study is used to develop public policy and make informed decisions. This course addresses competencies for Virginia state elementary (K-6) teacher licensure. (4 Credits)

Corequisite(s): BIOL 111

This course fulfills ShenEd requirements. 

BIO 121 General Biology I | Asynchronous Online Course

June 2 – July 12

Instructor: Ana Leal Cervantes, Laurel Nida

General Biology is a two-course sequence that examines the ideas and methods basic to an understanding of contemporary biology. This first course focuses on the fundamental theories of biology, historically significant discoveries, classification of organisms, the chemical basis of life, cell biology and heredity. Three lecture hours plus three laboratory hours per week. (4 Credits)

Corequisite(s): BIOL 121

This course fulfills ShenEd requirements. 

BIO 201 Medical Terminology | Asynchronous Online Course

June 2 – July 12

Instructor: Gregory Gallagher

The relationship of word parts to their anatomic and physiologic counterparts will be learned in this course. Students will learn to combine appropriate word parts into complete medical terms, to interpret and explain clinical pathology reports, to interpret and explain clinical laboratory results and be able to use correct abbreviations and medical scribe notation. Accurate pronunciation and spelling of complete terms will be emphasized throughout the course. This course is designed to enhance student experiences in courses such as Human Anatomy and Physiology, Pathophysiology or other clinically or medically relevant course. (3 Credits)

BIO 260 Microbiology | Asynchronous Online Course

June 2 – July 12

Instructor: Jeffrey Bara, Laurel Nida

The fundamental principles of the importance of microorganisms are presented in the course. Topics of course discussions will include the historical importance of microbiology, systematics, microbial metabolism, microbial genetics, biotechnology, pathogenesis, antimicrobial epidemiology and immunology. In addition to traditional learning tools, students will use a variety of multimedia and Internet-based technologies for classroom and laboratory learning experiences. The laboratory will introduce students to the basic techniques for growth and identification of microorganisms. Three lecture hours plus three laboratory hours per week. (4 Credits)

Prerequisite(s): Earned grade of “C-” or better in BIO 121
Corequisite(s): BIOL 260 Microbiology Lab must be taken concurrently

BIO 365 Diseases in History | Asynchronous Online Course

June 2 – July 12

Instructor: Jeffrey Bara

This course is an interdisciplinary topics course examining the impact of human disease on the development of human history. Topics to be discussed include: 1) fundamental information about different types of diseases, disorders, syndromes and disease processes; 2) an extensive review of significant points in history where either the illness and possible death of an individual leader or wide spread epidemics changed the course of human history; and 3) research papers and presentations by each student participating in the course. Diseases to be discussed include infectious diseases and genetic disorders. Three lecture hours per week. (3 credits)

Prerequisite(s): BIO 260 or PH 301

CAI 175 Intro to Creative Practice | Asynchronous Online Course

June 2 – July 12

Instructor: Kelley Crowley

Introduction to Creative Practice is an overview of the various creative practices used in the applied arts, design, and communication professions. This course explores the fundamentals of various creative practices in order to expand skills in self-expression, problem-solving, and innovation. Through hands-on projects, discussions, and exploration of different artistic and systematic mediums, you will embark on a journey to discover, shape, and develop your creative voice. (3 Credits)

This course fulfills ShenEd requirements. 

CJ 101 Intro to Criminal Justice | Synchronous Online Course

June 2 – July 12 | Tuesday & Thursday 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Instructor: Jon Gettman

This course reviews the fundamental theories, practices and institutions of the criminal justice system in the United States, and includes a survey of the organization and practices of police, courts and prisons. (3 Credits)

This course fulfills ShenEd requirements. 

CGPH 112 Continued Growth College Physics II | Asynchronous Online Course

June 2 – June 20

Instructor: Mazin Khasawneh

Continuation of PHYS 112. Topics covered are electric forces and fields, electric potential, electric circuit theory and applications, magnetic fields, electromagnetic induction, alternating-current circuits, electromagnetic waves and the nature of light, lenses, mirrors, optical instruments, interference and diffraction of light and quantum physics. (0 Credits)

Prerequisite(s): PHYS 112

CSC 122 Intro to Computer Programming II | Synchronous Online Course

June 2 – July 12 | Monday – Friday 10:30-11:45 a.m.

Instructor: Sarah Hosseinioun

This course is a continuation of CSC 121. In this course, students will develop advanced computer programming skills and the ability to write longer programs. The course will combine lecture and workshop to allow students to further develop skills in computer programming. (3 Credits)

Prerequisite(s): Earned grade of “C-” or better in CSC-121

CYBR 401 Cybersecurity Internship 

June 2 – July 12

Instructor: Anne Marchant

This course provides students with an opportunity to gain work experience in the area of cybersecurity. The internship allows students to use the skills they have learned in the classroom in practical situations. (3 Credits)

Prerequisite(s): Students must have senior level standing and permission of the instructor to enroll.

EC 211 Principles of Macroeconomics | Asynchronous Online Course

June 2 –  July 12

Instructor: Diego Marcos

Principles and problems of macroeconomics: national income, employment, inflation, economic growth, monetary and fiscal policy, interest rates, international economics and alternative economic systems.  (3 Credits)

This course fulfills ShenEd requirements. 

ENG 101 Composition | Asynchronous Online Course

June 2 –  July 5

Instructor: Lisa Wood

Instruction and practice designed to increase competence in communication, with primary emphasis on expository writing. (3 Credits)

This course fulfills ShenEd requirements. 

ENG 209 & ENG 209H Writing About Literature | Synchronous Online Course

June 2 –  July 25 | Mondays & Wednesdays 11:00 a.m.-12:45 p.m.

Instructor: Rachael Hammond

This course provides an introduction to the discipline of literary studies, including the vocabulary of literary analysis and theory, and methods of interpreting, researching and writing about literature. (3 Credits)

Prerequisite: earned grade of “C-” or better in ENG 101 

This course fulfills ShenEd requirements. 

ES 101 Intro to Environmental Studies | Asynchronous Online Course

June 2 – July 12

Instructor: Richard Stanford

Intended for anyone interested in the environment, this course addresses the inter-related scientific, technological, economic, social, political and ethical dimensions of environmental issues. (3 Credits)

This course fulfills ShenEd requirements. 

EXSC 310 Motor Learning and Control | Asynchronous Online Course

June 2 – July 12

Instructor: Bradley Bowser

This course is designed to provide students with a knowledge and understanding of the acquisition and control of motor skills. Course content deals with characteristic motor development patterns with concentration on fundamental locomotor, non-locomotor, manipulative skills and perceptual motor development. The principles and theories discussed in this course will provide a framework that can be applied to clinical practice, coaching and teaching. (3 Credits)

Prerequisite: Take BIO-231 with minimum grade of C- – Must be completed prior to taking this course.

EXSC 340 Experiential Learning in Exercise Science | Field Course

June 2 – August 23

Instructor: Barry Parker

This course is designed to provide clinical lab experience in a work setting under the supervision of experienced professionals. (1 credit)

Prerequisite: SCE 191 or current CPR/AED certification and EXSC 270 or BIO 231 with a C- or better.

EXSC 350 Sport & Exercise Psychology | Asynchronous Online Course

June 2 – July 12

Instructor: Robert Hilliard

This course examines the psychological dimensions of exercise and sport with emphasis on skill acquisition and preparation for athletic performance. Enrollment is limited to students with junior- or senior-level standing. (3 Credits)

Prerequisite: Junior standing or instructor permission

EXSC 352 Nutrition for Health & Performance | Asynchronous Online Course

June 2 – July 12

Instructor: Jessica Sansone

This course examines the effect of nutrition on health, exercise training and sport performance. Discussion will focus on essential nutrients and diet analysis, nutritional practices surrounding competition events, the use of ergogenic aids, weight management issues and best nutritional practices for strength, team and endurance athletes. (3 Credits)

Prerequisite: BIO 232 with a C-or better.

EXSC 430 Experiential Learning in Exercise Science | Field Course

June 2 – August 23

Instructor: Jessica Peacock

This course is a 120-hour supervised field experience during the junior or senior year to provide exercise science majors an opportunity to gain practical experience in health professions, fitness/performance or discipline-related environments. This experience enables students to learn in an interactive, competency-specific environment led by credentialed, practicing professionals. Students will identify and secure placement, with instructor approval, as part of their coursework. This course is only available to EXSC majors. (3 Credits)

Prerequisite(s): EXSC 340, junior- or senior-level standing, and SCE 191 or current CPR/AED certification

GLS 101 Intro to Global Studies| Asynchronous Online Course

June 2 – July 12

Instructor: Eric Leonard

This course introduces students to the multi-disciplinary nature of global studies. Students will engage in an introductory discussion and analysis of globalization, the interconnectedness that results from this process and the impact it has on contemporary global issues. (3 Credits)

This course fulfills ShenEd requirements. 

HIST 104 United States History II | Asynchronous Online Course

June 2 – July 12

Instructor: Jess Clawson

A survey of American history from the Civil War to the present. (3 Credits) 

This course fulfills ShenEd requirements. 

HPE 252 Personal & Community Health | Asynchronous Online Course

June 2 – July 12

Instructor: Philip Liversedge

Designed to develop attitudes and practices that contribute to better individual and group health. Emphasis isplaced upon current health issues and decision making in health behaviors and health needs. (3 Credits) 

HPE 322 Motor Development | Asynchronous Online Course

June 2 – July 12

Instructor: Philip Liversedge

This course is designed to acquaint students with the developmental levels and stages children go through and how these stages impact cognitive and psychomotor skills and learning. Course topics include motor skills, principles of learning and performance, teacher feedback and instructional strategies. (3 Credits) 

INT 304 Ethics and Technology | Asynchronous Online Course

June 2 – July 12

Instructor: Melissa Stange

This course will introduce ethical theories and practices as they relate to technology and engineering in a globalized world.  Students will explore ethical issues and relevant laws as they pertain to privacy, security, intellectual property, health and safety. Ethical theories, codes of ethics and case studies will be presented and examined.  Students will practice the application of ethical decision making models to real world scenarios (3 Credits) 

Prerequisite(s): Junior standing

This course fulfills ShenEd requirements. 

IST 204 Computer Applications in Business | Asynchronous Online Course

June 2 – July 12

Instructor: Michael Magro

A laboratory course that introduces the student to the Internet and productivity software that are used as tools in business problem-solving activities and analysis. It provides a working knowledge of a commercial spreadsheet package to include designing a variety of worksheets, business applications, preparing graphs, working with database query, macro writing and menu techniques to support business analysis and decision making. Emphasis is on understanding, using, and applying these productivity tools to business analysis. (3 Credits) 

MATH 101 College Algebra | Synchronous Online Course

June 2 – July 12 | Monday through Friday 9:00-9:50 a.m.

Instructor: Teresa Haskiell

This course is an intermediate study of the functions and mathematical principles needed for precalculus. Topics include analyzing, solving and graphing linear, polynomial, rational, exponential and logarithmic functions.  (3 Credits)

Prerequisite: Math 099 or assignment through the Math Placement Test.

MATH 207 Intro to Statistics | Asynchronous Online Course

June 2 – July 12

Instructor: Ralph Wojtowicz

A study of elementary statistical methods, probability, estimation, test of hypothesis, regression, correlation and time series. (3 Credits)

This course fulfills ShenEd requirements. 

MCOM 211 Media Ethics | Asynchronous Online Course

June 2 – July 12

Instructor: Gina Daddario

This course considers the ethical issues facing communication students, professional journalists, and media practitioners. Students will be provided with ethics principles, models, and theories to work through ethical issues and moral dilemmas. (3 Credits)

This course fulfills ShenEd requirements. 

MCOM 350 Business & Professional Communication | Asynchronous Online Course

June 2 – July 12

Instructor: Kelley Crowley

This course is designed to familiarize students with the kinds of oral and written communications needed to succeed in business and professional contexts, and to develop in them the skills needed for effective communication in a variety of organizational settings. The course also explores theories of persuasion, group dynamics and management to increase student awareness and understanding of underlying communication process (3 Credits)

MULT 273 History of Rock Music | Asynchronous Online Course

June 2 – July 12

Instructor: Alanna Tierno

This course traces rock and roll from its roots in country, blues, and popular music to the present day. It examines cultural events such as the 1969 Woodstock festival, as well as specific genres, artists and topics, including the rise of MTV and the music video, rock music in Christian contexts, and alternative subgenres such as noise and college rock. By investigating how rock music illuminates issues such as gender, race, ethnicity, sexuality and other components of identity, students will gain knowledge of rock musical styles and cultural contexts. (3 Credits)

This course fulfills ShenEd requirements. 

PH 202 Global Health | Asynchronous Online Course

June 2 – July 12

Instructor: Audra Gollenberg

Global health is the study of the biological, social and environmental factors that contribute to the creation and maintenance of health and disease in populations around the world. These factors include infectious disease, nutrition, economic factors, clean water, pollution and globalization, among others. This course will introduce students to the study of global health by exploring these topics in detail. (3 Credits)

PHIL 130 Intro to Medical Ethics | Asynchronous Online Course

June 2 – July 12

Instructor: Cooper Minister

This course provides an introduction to morality in general and an inquiry into the major moral problems of medical practice. (3 Credits)

This course fulfills ShenEd requirements. 

PSCI 209 Intro to Comparative Politics | Asynchronous Online Course

June 2 – July 12

Instructor: Eric Leonard

This course is designed as an introduction to the comparative study of political institutions and social processes at both the theoretical and practical levels. Examination at the theoretical level will entail a comparative assessment of the multiple means of governance. The practical study will include an examination of a set of nation-states with differing political, ideological, cultural and economic structures. (3 Credits)

This course fulfills ShenEd requirements. 

PSY 101 General Psychology | Asynchronous Online Course

June 2 – July 12

Instructor: Karen Bucher

A basic introduction to psychology with emphasis given to such ideas as measurement, testing, learning, motivation, emotions, attitudes, social influences on behavior, personality, behavior disorders, mental health and psychotherapy. (3 Credits)

This course fulfills ShenEd requirements. 

PSY 222 Lifespan Development | Asynchronous Online Course

June 2 – July 12

Instructor: Karen Bucher

This course focuses on physical, social, emotional and cognitive human development from conception to the end of life, and the complex interaction between individuals and their socio-cultural environment. Relevant developmental theories, issues and research will also be addressed. (3 Credits)

PSY 414 Posttraumatic Stress Disorder | Asynchronous Online Course

June 2 – July 12

Instructor: Alida Gibson

This course focuses on Posttraumatic Stress​ ​Disorder (PTSD), including its history, who​ ​suffers from this disorder and the reasons behind it, its traits and characteristics and how they manifest themselves in people, as well as treatment options for those diagnosed. Also, this course considers other anxiety disorders that may​ ​present themselves along with PTSD. (3 Credits)

REL 203 Religious Diversity & Civic Cooperation| Asynchronous Online Course

June 2 – July 12

Instructor: Kevin Minister

This course explores how we conceptualize and create civic life together in a religiously diverse society. We will examine how religion has shaped social and political life in the United States, compare different understandings of the role of the state in a religiously diverse society and analyze models for promoting civic cooperation with attention to religious diversity. This course prepares students to communicate about religion in professional and public contexts and to promote cooperation in professional and public contexts with attention to religious diversity. (3 Credits)

This course fulfills ShenEd requirements. 

SHEN 120 The Science of Happy | Asynchronous Online Course

June 2 – July 12

Instructor: Karen Bucher

This interdisciplinary course examines the concept, correlates, causes and consequences of happiness, with an emphasis on providing students with empirically supported decision-making strategies to flourish and experience subjective well-being in their own lives. (3 Credits)

This course fulfills ShenEd requirements. 

SLP 400 Introduction to Communication Disorders | Synchronous Online Course

June 2 – August 15 | Days & Times TBA

Instructor: Katrina Miller

This course provides an overview of communication disorders (CD) including: speech, language, cognition, and hearing, along with their effects on patients, families and caregivers. The classifications, descriptions and pathologies of these disorders, as well as their evaluation and treatments, are discussed. The effects of linguistic diversity and culture on communication will be introduced. In addition, the role and professional responsibilities of the speech-language pathologist along with requirements to enter the profession are explored. (3 Credits)

SLP 401 Normal Speech and Language Development | Synchronous Online Course

June 2 – August 15 | Days & Times TBA

Instructor: Katrina Miller

This course covers the normal acquisition of speech and language across the lifespan. Normal development of language, cognition, perpetual, motor, emotional and social skills are taught. Theories of language and cultural influence on language development are explored. (3 Credits)

Prerequisites: BIO 231 or BIO 232 & SLP 400

SLP 402 Speech and Hearing Anatomy & Physiology | Synchronous Online Course

June 2 – August 15 | Days & Times TBA

Instructor: Kelli York

This course will discuss the pathophysiology of the orofacial and thoracic structures, functions and systems. Emphasis will be placed on most commonly treated speech, cognitive, language and hearing disorders.  (3 Credits)

Prerequisites: BIO 121 BIO 231 or BIO 232 & SLP 400

SLP 403 Audiology | Synchronous Online Course

June 2 – August 15 | Days & Times TBA

Instructor: Paris Florence

This course discusses the profession of audiology, the human auditory system and  audiologic hearing evaluation. Students will learn the causes and rehabilitative treatments of persons with hearing disorders. (3 Credits)

Prerequisites: SLP 400 & SLP 402 and PHYS 111

SLP 404 Phonetics| Synchronous Online Course

June 2 – August 15 | Days & Times TBA

Instructor: Kelli York

This course is an overview of the acoustical and physiological bases of speech production. The International Phonetic Alphabet will be introduced. In addition, this course includes a broad coverage of phonetic transcription, place and manner of articulation, air stream mechanism and speech perceptions for the purpose of clinical application. (3 Credits)

Prerequisites: SLP 400, BIO 231 or BIO 232

SLP 405 Speech Science | Synchronous Online Course

June 2 – August 15 | Days & Times TBA

Instructor: TBA

This course is the study of speech production along with the acoustic characteristics of speech and hearing. Emphasis will be on normal speech perception, speech science theory, instrumentation and production (3 Credits)

Prerequisites: SLP 400, SLP 404, SLP 402, SLP 403, PHYS 111

SLP 406 Clinical Observations in Communication |Synchronous Online Course

June 2 – August 23 | Days & Times TBA

Instructor: Tiffany Taliaferro

This course provides guided activities and assignments to direct students through observations of speech, language and cognitive evaluation and treatment sessions. Students will observe evaluation and therapy sessions of a licensed, certified speech-language pathologist. There is a classroom component and video based observations may be utilized.  A minimum of 25 observation hours across disorders, therapy locations, ethnicity and age is required for successful completion of this course. (1 Credit)

Prerequisite(s): SLP 400 Introduction to Communication Disorders, SLP 401 Normal Speech and Language Development, SLP 404 Phonetics

SOC 101 Introduction to Sociology | Asynchronous Online Course

June 2 – July 12

Instructor: Lawrence Eppard

Designed to acquaint the student with the general field of sociology, the course surveys sociological concepts, processes and mechanisms of group behavior, the community and its structure, social organization and interaction and culture and personality. (3 Credits)

This course fulfills ShenEd requirements. 

SPAN 201 Intermediate Spanish I | Asynchronous Online Course

June 2 – July 12

Instructor: Adela Borrallo-Solis

For students with two semesters of college Spanish or two to three years of high school Spanish. Students will increase vocabulary, improve comprehension and fluency, and will be able to carry out all basic language functions. (3 Credits)

TH 245 Text and Context | Synchronous Online Course

June 2 – July 12 | Monday, Wednesday, Friday 10-10:50 a.m.

Instructor: Carolyn Coulson

This course focuses on critical analysis of dramatic literature as preparation for production and performance. Working primarily with scripts from the nineteenth century to the present, students will examine core textual elements within the plays’ cultural contexts and their transformation into physical theatrical production elements. (3 Credits)

Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing

This course fulfills ShenEd requirements.