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Potter College of Arts & LettersWestern Kentucky University

745-2345

REPORT TO THE UNIVERSITY CURRICULUM COMMITTEE

Date: March 27, 2008

The Potter College of Arts & Letters submits the following items for consideration:

I. New BusinessType of Item Description of Item & Contact Information

Action Revise Credit HoursANTH 366 Special Topics in AnthropologyContact: Darlene Applegate [email protected] x 55094

Action Revise Credit HoursANTH 434 Graveyard ArchaeologyContact: Darlene Applegate [email protected] x 55094

Action Revise Credit HoursANTH 493 Archaeology StewardshipContact: Darlene Applegate [email protected] x 55094

Action Multiple RevisionsHIST 440 Colonial History of America to 1776Contact: Andrew McMichael [email protected] x 57023

Action Multiple RevisionsHIST 463 1492 and Beyond—The Intersection of CulturesContact: Andrew McMichael [email protected] x 57023

Action Multiple RevisionsHIST 479 Topics in the Third WorldContact: Robert Dietle [email protected] x 55731

Action Multiple RevisionsBCOM 366 Studio & Post ProductionContact: Stephen White [email protected] x 55891

Action Multiple RevisionsJOUR 231 Introduction to PhotographyContact: James Kenney [email protected] x 56307

Action Multiple RevisionsJOUR 261 Introduction to New MediaContact: James Kenney [email protected] x 56307

Action Multiple RevisionsJOUR 333 Lighting TechnologiesContact: James Kenney [email protected] x 56307

Action Multiple RevisionsJOUR 334 Picture StoriesContact: James Kenney [email protected] x 56307

Action Multiple RevisionsJOUR 336 Picture EditingContact: James Kenney [email protected] x 56307

Action Multiple RevisionsJOUR 362 Web PublishingContact: James Kenney [email protected] x 56307

Action Multiple RevisionsJOUR 432 Photojournalism PracticumContact: James Kenney [email protected] x 56307

Action Multiple RevisionsJOUR 436 Advanced Photojournalism Contact: James Kenney [email protected] x 56307

Action Create CourseBCOM 380 Intermediate Post Production

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Contact: Ron DeMarse [email protected] x 52840Action Create Course

JOUR 131 Introduction to Digital PhotographyContact: James Kenney [email protected] x 56307

Action Create CourseART 304 Art of the United States to 1865Contact: Guy Jordan [email protected] x 58865

Action Create CourseART 305 Art of the United States Since 1865Contact: Guy Jordan [email protected] x 58865

Action Create CourseART 406 Islamic Art and ArchitectureContact: Guy Jordan [email protected] x 58865

Action Revise Program (Major)608 Anthropology Contact: Darlene Applegate [email protected] x 55094

Action Revise Program (Major)726 BroadcastingContact: Stephen White [email protected] x 55891

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Proposal Date: 18 Feb 2008

Potter College of Arts and LettersDepartment of Folk Studies and Anthropology

Proposal to Revise Course Credit Hours(Action Item)

Contact Person: Darlene Applegate, [email protected], 745-5094

1. Identification of course:

1.1 Current course prefix (subject area) and number: Anth 3661.2 Course title: Special Topics in Anthropology1.3 Credit hours: 3

2. Proposed course credit hours: Repeatable with different course topics for a maximum of 9 hours of credit.

3. Rationale for the revision of course credit hours: Given their particular interests, it is appropriate for some anthropology majors and minors to take more than one special topics course focused on different subjects in the discipline.

4. Effective Catalog Year: Fall 2008

5. Dates of prior committee approvals:

Anthropology Program 18 Feb 2008

Dept. of Folk Studies and Anthropology 25 Feb 2008

Potter College Curriculum Committee 6 Mar 2008

University Curriculum Committee

University Senate

Attachment: Course Inventory Form

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1.1 Current course prefix (subject area) and number: Anth 4341.2 Course title: Graveyard Archaeology1.3 Credit hours: 3

2. Proposed course credit hours: May be repeated for a maximum of 6 hours of credit.

3. Rationale for the revision of course credit hours: Though the major field methods covered in this class do not vary significantly each time it is offered, the types and locations of cemeteries and graveyards studied during the class do vary, offering undergraduate students the opportunity to learn new information when repeating the course. The proposed revision of course credit hours will bring this class in line with another archaeology field course (Anth 432 Archaeological Field Methods), which is repeatable for a maximum of 9 hours of credit.







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1.1 Current course prefix (subject area) and number: Anth 4931.2 Course title: Archaeology Stewardship1.3 Credit hours: 3

2. Proposed course credit hours: May be repeated for a maximum of 6 hours of credit.

3. Rationale for the revision of course credit hours: Though the major field methods covered in this class do not vary significantly each time it is offered, the types and locations of archaeological sites monitored during the class do vary, offering undergraduate students the opportunity to learn new information when repeating the course. The proposed revision of course credit hours will bring this class in line with another archaeology field course (Anth 432 Archaeological Field Methods), which is repeatable for a maximum of 9 hours of credit.







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Proposal Date: 12/20/2007

Potter College of Arts, Humanities, and Social SciencesDepartment of History

Proposal to Make Multiple Revisions to a Course(Action Item)

Contact Person: Andrew McMichael ([email protected]) Phone: 5-7023

1. Identification of course

1.1 Course prefix (subject area) and number: HIST 4401.2 Course title: Colonial History of America to 17761.3 Credit hours: 3

2. Revise course title

2.1 Current course title: Colonial History of America to 17762.2 Proposed course title: Colonial North America to 17632.3 Proposed abbreviated title: Colonial North America to 17632.4 Rationale for revision of course title:

First, the current course title contains the word “history,” which is redundant for a course offered through the history department. Second, the addition of the word “North” will more clearly distinguish the course from Colonial Latin America, while still allowing for the multiple cultures and nations who inhabited the area that would become the United States. Third, and finally, the scope and content of the course makes the end of the Seven Years’ War (The French and Indian War) a more logical break, given that revolutionary sentiment in the British colonies began in the mid-1760s. HIST 441/G (The American Revolution) is currently taught from 1765 to 1815. This final change also brings the course in line with how it is taught at other universities.

3. Revise course prerequisites/corequisites/special requirements

3.1 Current prerequisites/corequisites/special requirements: None3.2 Proposed prerequisite: HIST 119 or 120, or permission of instructor.3.3 Rationale for revision of course prerequisites/corequisites/special requirements: Students will have had

an introductory course in history where they will have received an introduction to how history is studied. The prerequisite will also help restrict enrollment to upper-class students, who are better prepared to shoulder the workload for the course.

3.4 Effect on completion of major/minor sequence: None.

4. Revise catalog course listing

4.1 Current catalog course listing: The founding and development of the colonies, emphasizing political, social, cultural, and economic institutions.

4.2 Proposed catalog course listing: The background, founding and development of the North American colonies, emphasizing political, social, cultural, and economic institutions.

4.3 Rationale for revision of catalog course listing: The addition of “North America” brings the course description in line with the course title.



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Potter College of Arts and LettersDepartment of History

Proposal to Make Multiple Revisions to a Course(Consent Item)

Contact Person: Andrew McMichael [email protected] 5-7023

1. Identification of course:1.1 Current course prefix (subject area) and number: HIST 4631.2 Course title: 1492 and Beyond—The Intersection of Cultures1.3 Credit hours: 3

2. Revise course title:2.1 Current course title: 1492 and Beyond—The Intersection of Cultures2.2 Proposed course title: The Atlantic World2.3 Proposed abbreviated title: The Atlantic World2.4 Rationale for revision of course title: The course description as well as the method of teaching

focus on the field that is known in the history profession as “The Atlantic World.” The change in title reflects this, as well as a move away from the focus on 1492 as the beginning date of this intersection of cultures. The idea of “Intersection of Cultures” is implied in the title, and now puts the character limit beyond what is admissible by University standards.

3. Revise course number:3.1 Current course number: n/a3.2 Proposed course number: n/a3.3 Rationale for revision of course number: n/a

4. Revise course prerequisites/corequisites/special requirements:4.1 Current prerequisites/corequisites/special requirements: n/a4.2 Proposed prerequisites/corequisites/special requirements: n/a4.3 Rationale for revision of course prerequisites/corequisites/special requirements: n/a4.4 Effect on completion of major/minor sequence:

5. Revise course catalog listing:5.1 Current course catalog listing: A study of the impact of the Atlantic World, beginning with the

voyages of Columbus.5.2 Proposed course catalog listing: A study of the areas touched by the Atlantic Ocean in the period

from the 1300s through the early 1800s, focusing on the intersections of African, Native American, and European cultures.

5.3 Rationale for revision of course catalog listing: This is a more precise description of what the Atlantic World is, and the time period and cultures under consideration, giving greater information to students. It also emphasizes the Gen Ed component of this course.

6. Revise course credit hours:6.1 Current course credit hours: n/a6.2 Proposed course credit hours: n/a6.3 Rationale for revision of course credit hours: n/a

7. Effective catalog year: Fall 2008


History Department: ____2/22/2008______Potter College Curriculum Committee ____3/6/08_________University Curriculum Committee ___________________University Senate ___________________

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Potter College of Arts and LettersDepartment of History


Contact Person: Robert Dietle, [email protected], 745-5731

1. Identification of course:1.1 Current course prefix (subject area) and number: Hist 479 1.2 Course title: Topics in the Third World1.3 Credit hours: 3

2. Revise course title:2.1 Current course title: Topics in the Third World2.2 Proposed course title: Topics in World History2.3 Proposed abbreviated title: Topics in World History2.4 Rationale for revision of course title: In the mid-twentieth century, the phrase “Third World” was

routinely used to designate areas outside of Europe and the United States. That phrase is now seen as too Eurocentric and, with the growth of the economic and political power of non-Western areas of the globe, has become an inaccurate and outmoded label. The suggested new title more accurately conveys the purpose of this course, which is to deal primarily with areas outside of Europe and the United States.

3. Revise course number:3.1 Current course number: N/A3.2 Proposed course number: N/A3.3 Rationale for revision of course number: N/A

4. Revise course prerequisites/corequisites/special requirements:4.1 Current prerequisites/corequisites/special requirements:

(indicate which)4.2 Proposed prerequisites/corequisites/special requirements:4.3 Rationale for revision of course prerequisites/corequisites/special requirements:4.4 Effect on completion of major/minor sequence:

5. Revise course catalog listing:5.1 Current course catalog listing: “An intensive study of a selected third world topic.”5.2 Proposed course catalog listing: “An intensive study of a selected world history topic.” 5.3 Rationale for revision of course catalog listing: As explained in item 2 above, the phrase “third

world” has fallen out of use in historical studies. Including the phrase “world history” in the description more accurately describes this course and its goal of exploring areas and topics outside of Europe and the United States.

6. Revise course credit hours:6.1 Current course credit hours:6.2 Proposed course credit hours:6.3 Rationale for revision of course credit hours:



History Department: _____2/22/2008_____Potter College Curriculum Committee _____3/6/08 ________University Curriculum Committee ___________________University Senate ___________________

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Proposal Date: 2/17/08**

Potter College of Arts & LettersSchool of Journalism & Broadcasting


Contact Person: Stephen White [email protected] 745-5891


1.1 Current course prefix (subject area) and number: BCOM 3661.2 Course title: Studio and Post Production Techniques1.3 Credit hours: 3

2. Revise course title:

2.1 Current course title: Studio and Post Production Techniques2.2 Proposed course title: Video Editing, Aesthetics and Techniques2.3 Proposed abbreviated title: Video Editing2.4 Rationale for revision of course title: As technology develops, the studio

component of the course has been minimized to make time to cover the emerging systems and styles of video/film editing. The revised description reflects evolving course content.

3. Revise course number:

3.1 Current course number: N/A3.2 Proposed course number: N/A3.3 Rationale for revision of course number: N/A

4. Revise course prerequisites/corequisites/special requirements:

4.1 Current prerequisites: BCOM 2664.2 Proposed prerequisites: BCOM 266 or permission of instructor 4.3 Rationale for revision of course prerequisites requirements: There are, or will be, several video

production courses on campus. By their very nature, there will not be time within those courses to address all aspects of storytelling and treatment through editing. We would like to offer all students at the university access to this powerful visual tool, but also recognize that a student needs a foundation in video/film production. Rather than list, or predict, all the appropriate courses, we propose the inclusion of the “permission of instructor” designation.

4.4 Effect on completion of major/minor sequence: no effect

5. Revise course catalog listing:

5.1 Current course catalog listing: Advances production knowledge and concentrates on post production process. Students work with original material in editing situations that incorporate computer graphics, 3-D animation and virtual sets. Introduces advanced editing tools, including time code, A/B setups and non-linear systems. Lecture and lab

5.2 Proposed course catalog listing: Editing as a practical experience and as the final tool for the visual storyteller’s message. Editing systems include Avid and Final Cut Pro. Work with original material in editing situations that incorporate computer graphics and 3-D animation. Discussion and analysis of editing decisions considering ethics, philosophy, timing and aesthetics. Lecture and Lab (Lab fee)

5.3 Rationale for revision of course catalog listing: As technology develops,

the studio component of the course has been minimized to make time to

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cover the emerging systems and styles of video/film editing. The revised description reflects evolving course content.

6. Revise course credit hours:

6.1 Current course credit hours: N/A6.2 Proposed course credit hours: N/A6.3 Rationale for revision of course credit hours: N/A

7. Effective Catalog Year: fall 2008


Broadcasting Curriculum Committee ______2/19/08_______

SJ&B Curriculum Committee ______2/22/08_______

School of Journalism & Broadcasting ______2/22/08_______

PCAL Curriculum Committee ______3/6/08________

University Curriculum Committee ___________________

University Senate ___________________


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Proposal Date: 1/10/08*

Potter College of Arts & LettersSchool of Journalism and Broadcasting


Contact Person: James H. Kenney; [email protected]; 270.745.6307


1.1 Current course prefix (subject area) and number: JOUR 231 1.2 Course title: Introduction to Photography1.3 Credit hours: 3


2.1 Current course title: Introduction to Photography2.2 Proposed course title: Introduction to Photojournalism2.3 Proposed abbreviated title: Intro to Photojournalism2.4 Rationale for revision of course title: “Photojournalism” more accurately reflects the aesthetic

focus that has always been a part of JOUR 231.




4.1 Current prerequisites/corequisites/special requirements: N/A4.2 Proposed prerequisites/corequisites/special requirements: N/A4.3 Rationale for revision of course prerequisites/corequisites/special requirements: N/A4.4 Effect on completion of major/minor sequence: N/A


5.1 Current course catalog listing: Designed to introduce students to the processes and aesthetic values of black and white editorial photography, including content and composition. Numerous photographic projects.

5.2 Proposed course catalog listing: Introduces photojournalism majors to the technical, aesthetic and ethical aspects of digital photography through weekly projects. Adjustable digital SLR camera required. Must bring camera to first day of class. (Lab fee)

5.3 Rationale for revision of course catalog listing: The new listing more accurately reflects the aesthetic and ethical content that has always been covered in this class (the photojournalistic approach to photography). It also reflects the move to digital-based photography from film-based photography. However, this changes only the equipment required for the class and does not significantly affect the content covered.




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Photojournalism Curriculum Committee: 01/10/08

SJ&B Curriculum Committee: 2/22/08_____________

School of Journalism & Broadcasting: 2/22/08___________

PCAL Curriculum Committee: 3/6/08_______________

University Curriculum Committee: ___________________

University Senate: ___________________


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Proposal Date: 1/10/08 rev 3/6





1.1 Current course prefix (subject area) and number: JOUR 2611.2 Course title: Introduction to New Media1.3 Credit hours: 3


2.1 Current course title: Introduction to New Media2.2 Proposed course title: Introduction to Multimedia2.3 Proposed abbreviated title: Intro to Multimedia2.4 Rationale for revision of course title: New Media is no longer

considered new. Multimedia is a more accurate description of the materials covered in this subject area.



4.1 Current prerequisites: JOUR 231 or 232 (non-majors) or 332 (Photojournalism majors), BCOM 264, or permission of instructor

4.2 Proposed prerequisites: JOUR 231 (Photojournalism majors), JOUR 131 (non-majors)4.3 Rationale for revision of course prerequisites: In the new proposed Photojournalism

curriculum, JOUR 261 is now a required course for all Photojournalism majors and comes second to JOUR 231, Introduction to Photojournalism. Having fewer prerequisites simplifies the students’ transition from JOUR 231 to JOUR 261. In addition, JOUR 332 is no longer offered for majors, and the videography instruction covered in BCOM 264 is not critical to being prepared for JOUR 261. For non-majors, there is an effort to streamline the prerequisites for JOUR 261 in order to encourage more non-majors to take this course.

4.4 Effect on completion of major/minor sequence: This streamlines the completion of requirements to earn a degree in the Photojournalism major.

5. Revise course catalog listing:5.1 Current course catalog listing:

Prerequisites: JOUR 332 or JOUR 232 and BCOM 264, or permission of instructor. Introduction to journalistic storytelling on the Web and other forms of new media using photographs, words, video, audio and design. Emphasis will be placed on how to integrate these forms of communication and how journalistic storytelling and packaging for the new media audience differ from traditional forms of content delivery. Weekly projects will emphasize producing stories using the latest hardware and software.

5.2 Proposed course catalog listing: Prerequisites: JOUR 231 (Photojournalism majors), JOUR 131 (non-majors)Journalistic storytelling on the Web and other forms of electronic communication using photographs, words, audio, video, screen design, and navigation. Weekly assignments require transportation, digital SLR camera, audio recording device, and external hard drive. (Lab fee)

5.3 Rationale for revision of course catalogue listing: The essential material covered in the class has not changed. However, the new description reflects the changes in the prerequisites and more specific information on equipment needed for the course.

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6. Revise course credit hours:6.1 Current course credit hours: N/A6.2 Proposed course credit hours: N/A6.3 Rationale for revision of course credit hours: N/A

7. Effective Catalog Year: spring 2009



SJ&B Curriculum Committee: ___2/22/08__________

School of Journalism & Broadcasting ___2/22/08_________

PCAL Curriculum Committee: ___3/6/08__________




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1. Identification of course:1.1 Current course prefix (subject area) and number: JOUR 3331.2 Course title: Lighting Technologies1.3 Credit hours: 3

2. Revise course title:2.1 Current course title: N/A2.2 Proposed course title: N/A2.3 Proposed abbreviated title: N/A2.4 Rationale for revision of course title: N/A


4. Revise course prerequisites/corequisites/special requirements:4.1 Current prerequisites: JOUR 3324.2 Proposed prerequisites: JOUR 231, 2614.3 Rationale for revision of course prerequisites: JOUR 332, Photojournalism Technologies, will

not be offered with the new proposed Photojournalism curriculum. The JOUR 261, Intro to Multimedia, prerequisite reflects the proposed photojournalism course sequence as a result of the integration of the current New Media Publishing track into the Photojournalism track, which will result in one track for the major. JOUR 231 Intro to Photojournalism and JOUR 261 Intro to Multimedia provide the foundation for subject matter covered in JOUR 333 Lighting Tech.

4.4 Effect on completion of major/minor sequence: The change creates a further opportunity for students to complete the Photojournalism major with more success, when compared with the previous plan.

5. Revise course catalog listing:5.1 Current course catalog listing:

Prerequisite: JOUR 332Advanced lighting techniques both on-location and in the studio. Students apply these lighting techniques with weekly portrait, feature and still-life photography assignments as well as a final project.

5.2 Proposed course catalog listing: Prerequisites: JOUR 231, 261 Lighting techniques used in the studio and on-location applied through weekly portrait, feature, and picture story assignments. Discussion includes interviewing techniques and ethics. On-location lighting equipment and digital SLR camera required. (Lab fee)

5.3 Rationale for revision of course catalogue listing: The essential material covered in the course has not changed. However, the new description reflects the changes in the prerequisites, the recognition of the ethics and interviewing elements present in the class (which are already present in the class but not mentioned in the previous catalog description), specific information on equipment needed for the course, and the required lab fee.


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SJ&B Curriculum Committee 2/22/08____________

School of Journalism & Broadcasting 2/22/08____________

PCAL Curriculum Committee: 3/6/08_____________




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1. Identification of course:1.1 Current course prefix (subject area) and number: JOUR 3341.2 Course title: Picture Stories1.3 Credit hours: 3

2. Revise course title:2.1 Current course title: N/A2.2 Proposed course title: N/A2.3 Proposed abbreviated title: N/A2.4 Rationale for revision of course title: N/A


4. Revise course prerequisites/corequisites/special requirements:4.1 Current prerequisites: JOUR 3334.2 Proposed prerequisites: JOUR 3364.3 Rationale for revision of course prerequisites: Changing the prerequisite to JOUR 336 Picture

Editing, reflects a desire on the part of the Photojournalism faculty for students in the program to have better picture editing and design skills before going into JOUR 334 Picture Stories.

4.4 Effect on completion of major/minor sequence: Making Picture Editing a prerequisite for Picture Stories will better prepare the students for material covered in JOUR 334. This increases their opportunity to complete the major with more success.


5.1 Current course catalog listing:Prerequisites: Photojournalism track: JOUR 333; New Media Publishing track JOUR 332Extensive use of the multiple-picture project to help students develop critical skills in visual storytelling, including idea generation, planning, reporting, interviewing, and caption writing.

5.2 Proposed course catalog listing: Prerequisite: JOUR 336 Extensive use of the multiple-picture project to develop skills in visual storytelling, caption writing, and ethics. Digital SLR camera, compact flash cards, and external hard drive required. (Lab fee)

5.3 Rationale for revision of course catalogue listing: The essential material covered in the class has not changed. However, the new description reflects the changes in the prerequisites, inclusion of the ethical element, (which already exists in the class, but is not mentioned in the previous catalog description), specific information on equipment needed for the course, and the required lab fee.

6. Revise course credit hours:6.1 Current course credit hours: N/A6.2 Proposed course credit hours: N/A6.3 Rationale for revision of course credit hours: N/A




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Proposal Date: 1/10/08 rev 3/6





1.1 Current course prefix (subject area) and number: JOUR 3361.2 Course title: Picture Editing1.3 Credit hours: 3


2.1 Current course title: N/A2.2 Proposed course title: N/A2.3 Proposed abbreviated title: N/A2.4 Rationale for revision of course title: N/A




4.1 Current prerequisites: Photojournalism Track: JOUR 334; New Media Publishing Track: JOUR 231, and 232 or 332; Non-majors: JOUR 231, & 232 or 252.

4.2 Proposed prerequisites: JOUR 333 (Photojournalism majors); JOUR 131, 232 (News-Editorial majors) or permission of instructor

4.3 Rationale for revision of course prerequisites: Removing JOUR 334 Picture Stories from the prerequisites places JOUR 336 Picture Editing into the correct sequence of course work in the major. The Photojournalism faculty concluded that students need better picture editing skills earlier in their major. JOUR 333, Lighting preceded JOUR 334 as a prerequisite. It is now the immediate prerequisite.The prerequisite change for News/Editorial Journalism majors (this class is a restricted elective for this major), reflects that JOUR 131 is the new introductory photography class for non-majors.

4.4 Effect on completion of major/minor sequence: Since this change will better prepare Photojournalism students for future classes in the sequence, their opportunity to complete the major with greater success is increased.


5.1 Current course catalog listing:Prerequisites: Photojournalism track: Jour 334; New Media Publishing track: JOUR 231, and 232 or 332; Non-majors: JOUR 231, and 232 or 252. A study of the process of making informed and ethical decisions concerning the publication of photographs. Course content includes picture choice, typography, the integration of words and pictures in publication design, ethics and photo management.

5.2 Proposed course catalog listing: Prerequisites: JOUR 333(Photojournalism majors), JOUR 131, 232 (non-majors), or permission of instructor. A study of the process of making informed and ethical decisions concerning the publication of photographs. Topics include picture choice, design, and photo management. (Lab fee)

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5.3 Rationale for revision of course catalogue listing: Reflects the changes in the prerequisites and the lab fee required for the course.




8. Dates of prior committee approvals:Photojournalism Curriculum Committee: 01/10/08







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1.1 Current course prefix (subject area) and number: JOUR 3621.2 Course title: Web Publishing1.3 Credit hours: 3


2.1 Current course title: Web Publishing2.2 Proposed course title: Web Narratives2.3 Proposed abbreviated title: Web Narratives2.4 Rationale for revision of course title: The term “narrative” includes both the process of

journalistic storytelling on the Web and publishing for the Web. Therefore, the new name is a more encompassing description of what is covered in the class.




4.1 Current prerequisites: JOUR 2614.2 Proposed prerequisite: JOUR 3344.3 Rationale for revision of course prerequisites: This change reflects the current New Media

Publishing track’s integration into the existing Photojournalism track. JOUR 334 provides a foundation telling stories through multiple pictures that will better prepare students going into JOUR 362.

4.4 Effect on completion of major/minor sequence: This change streamlines the Photojournalism major


5.1 Current course catalog listing:Prerequisite: JOUR 261Students will photograph, design, write, record audio, and shoot video to produce and maintain a website for online journalistic publication.

5.2 Proposed course catalog listing:Prerequisite: JOUR 334Web-based narratives course involving weekly assignments using photography, audio, and video. Web ethics explored. Transportation, digital SLR camera, external hard drive, and audio equipment required. (Lab fee)

5.3 Rationale for revision of course catalog listing: The new catalog listing explains in more detail what this course has always encompassed. In addition, the changes address the equipment necessary for the class and the lab fee requirement.


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PCAL College Curriculum Committee: 3/6/08_____________




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1.1 Current course prefix (subject area) and number: JOUR 4321.2 Course title: Photojournalism Practicum1.3 Credit hours: 3


2.1 Current course title: N/A2.2 Proposed course title: N/A2.3 Proposed abbreviated title: N/A2.4 Rationale for revision of course title: N/A



4. Revise course prerequisites:

4.1 Current prerequisites: JOUR 3344.2 Proposed prerequisite: JOUR 3624.3 Rationale for revision of course prerequisites: This change reflects the current New Media

Publishing track’s integration into the existing Photojournalism track. JOUR 362 Web Narratives provides an additional contribution to preparing students for the material covered in JOUR 432.

4.4 Effect on completion of major/minor sequence: This change streamlines the Photojournalism major.


5.1 Current course catalog listing:Prerequisite: JOUR 334Practical application of concepts and skills introduced in the prerequisite photojournalism courses. Weekly projects involving sports, news and features, along with deadline assignments, picture packages and a final project are designed to prepare students for the daily challenge of publications photography. Students also have the opportunity to work with the "College Heights Herald" and local/regional publications.

5.3 Proposed course catalog listing:Prerequisite: JOUR 362Practical application of concepts and skills introduced in previous photojournalism courses through work with campus and regional publications, both traditional and online. Emphasis on deadline reporting involving sports, news, and features, and how to work with ethical situations that arise from these events. Transportation, digital SLR camera, and audio equipment required. (Lab fee)

5.3 Rationale for revision of course catalog listing: The new catalog listing is essentially a reworded version of the original, but it does recognize the online publication as an additional outlet for publication. In addition, the changes address the ethical component (which has always

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been part of the class but is not mentioned in the previous catalog listing), the equipment necessary for the class, and the lab fee requirement.












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1.1 Current course prefix (subject area) and number: JOUR 4361.2 Course title: Advanced Photojournalism1.3 Credit hours: 3


2.1 Current course title: Advanced Photojournalism2.2 Proposed course title: Photojournalism Projects2.3 Proposed abbreviated title: PJ Projects2.4 Rationale for revision of course title: The name change more specifically identifies the content

of this course.



4. Revise course prerequisites:

4.1 Current prerequisites: N/A4.2 Proposed prerequisite: N/A4.3 Rationale for revision of course prerequisites: N/A4.4 Effect on completion of major/minor sequence: N/A


5.1 Current course catalog listing:The capstone course for the Photojournalism track, with an emphasis on a long-term project and conceptual assignments. In addition to class projects, each student will present a final portfolio to reflect mastery of skills.

5.4 Proposed course catalog listing:Prerequisite: JOUR 432Capstone for Photojournalism major, emphasis on the long-term project and conceptual assignments. Ethics discussed. In addition to projects, each student will present a final portfolio to reflect mastery of skills. Guest lecturers from the photojournalism field enhance student learning. Transportation, digital SLR camera, and audio equipment required. Video camera recommended. (Lab fee)

5.3 Rationale for revision of course catalog listing: The new catalog listing, while maintaining the core of the previous listing, adds to this the guest speaker and ethical aspects that have always been a part of this course. In addition, the changes address the equipment necessary for the class and the lab fee requirement.


6.1 Current course credit hours: N/A

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6.2 Proposed course credit hours: N/A6.3 Rationale for revision of course credit hours: N/A

7. Effective Catalog Year: Spring 2009









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Potter College of Arts and LettersSchool of Journalism and Broadcasting

Proposal to Create a New Course(Action Item)

Contact Person: Ron DeMarse, [email protected], 270-745-2840

1. Identification of proposed course:

1.1 Course prefix (subject area) and number: BCOM 380 1.2 Course title: Intermediate Post Production1.3 Abbreviated course title: Int Post Production1.4 Credit hours and contact hours: 31.5 Type of course: C Lecture/Lab1.6 Prerequisite: BCOM 3661.7 Course catalog listing: Continued instruction in post-production techniques and technologies. Focuses include image manipulation, non-linear editing, audio post, visual effects and compositing, with a

strong web component. (Lab fee)

2. Rationale:

2.1 Reason for developing the proposed course: The state of modern media technology, particularly with regard to post production, has outpaced our present offerings. BCOM 480, Advanced Post Production doesn’t provide the necessary time to properly cover all of the advances in post production technology. An Intermediate Post Production course would allow us to better bridge the gap between BCOM 366 & BCOM 480, laying a foundation for the more advanced concepts and software, as well as incorporating a now absent Web component, embracing the various converging forms of media. Our students will emerge with a better grasp of current media tools, and a much better opportunity to adapt to future technology.

2.2 Projected enrollment in the proposed course: 30-40 students per academic year, based on current enrollment numbers; the course will become a required component of the Television Production Concentration in the Broadcasting Major.

2.3 Relationship of the proposed course to courses now offered by the department: This course would fit between BCOM 366 Studio and Post Production & BCOM 480 Advanced Post Production both in terms of the complexity of the content and prerequisite sequencing

2.4 Relationship of the proposed course to courses offered in other departments: Effectively, none; while there will be some overlap with other Web design classes on campus, this course will approach it from a video production standpoint.

2.5 Relationship of the proposed course to courses offered in other institutions: This course would help move Western to the forefront of emerging technology curricula, as few other institutions offer this level of post-production depth. Some notable exceptions and courses covering similar material:

Ball State University – TCOM350 – Introduction to MultimediaMiddle Tennessee State University – EMC 3320 – Introduction to Digital CompositingSouthern Illinois University – RT461 – Multimedia ProductionSouthwest Missouri State – MED490 – Multimedia Interactivity DesignUniversity of Montana – MAR 222 – Fundamentals of Digital Compositing

3. Discussion of proposed course:

3.1 Course objectives: Students will emerge with a strong fundamental understanding of the technologies at play in post-production. Additionally, they will be introduced to several software suites, learn basic Web design, and produce a functioning website with streaming video.

3.2 Content outline:I. Post Production TechnologyII. Image Manipulation

Specific software training (ex. Photoshop)

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Applications to digital videoIII. Audio Post-Production

Specific software training (ex. Pro Tools)Integration with video editing

IV. Visual Effects & CompositingSpecific software training (ex. AfterEffects)Integration with video editing

V. Web ProductionBackground/ EssentialsSpecific software training (ex. Dreamweaver)Processing video for the web

3.3 Student expectations and requirements: Evaluation will be based upon written and practical exams, editing exercises and a fully-produced on-line website

3.4 Tentative texts and course materials: Koppelmon, Charles. Behind the Seen. Peachpit New Riders, 2005.On-line tutorials and handouts

4. Resources:

4.1 Library resources: See Library Resources Form attached.4.2 Computer resources: All of the software necessary for this course is present on MMTH lab

computers.

5. Budget implications:

5.1 Proposed method of staffing: Current faculty5.2 Special equipment needed: Software updates as needed5.3 Expendable materials needed: DVCAM tapes, CD & DVD media5.4 Laboratory materials needed: Existing



Broadcasting Program Faculty _____2/12/08_______

SJ&B Curriculum Committee ______2/22/08______

SJ&B Faculty ______2/22/08______

PCAL Curriculum Committee ______3/6/08_______

University Curriculum Committee __________________

University Senate __________________

Attachment: Bibliography, Library Resources Form, Course Inventory Form

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Potter College of Arts & LettersSchool of Journalism & Broadcasting


Contact Person: James Kenney, [email protected], 745-6307


1.1 Course prefix (subject area) and number: JOUR 1311.2 Course title: Introduction to Digital Photography1.3 Abbreviated course title: Intro to Digital Photo1.4 Credit hours and contact hours: 31.5 Type of course: C — Lecture/Lab1.6 Prerequisites/corequisites: None1.7 Course catalog listing: Introduces non-photojournalism majors to the processes and aesthetic

values of digital photography, including light, composition, content and ethics. Concepts applied through hands-on projects. Students must bring digital camera to first class meeting. (Lab fee)

2. Rationale:

2.1 Reason for developing the proposed course: To accommodate News/Editorial majors required to take a basic photography class, and to meet the demand for other majors who want to take a basic photography class, but do not want to invest the time and expense that is required in the current JOUR 231 Introduction to Photography class, which is designed to serve those going into the Photojournalism major. In addition, this course meets the university strategic plan, Goal 1, by using the resources and the national reputation of the Photojournalism program to increase student learning outside of the Photojournalism major. Students will be able to use skills obtained in this course to apply to their primary field of study, including advertising, anthropology, art, broadcasting, education, public relations, and sociology.

2.2 Projected enrollment in the proposed course: 18 students per class section.2.3 Relationship of the proposed course to courses now offered by the department: JOUR 131 will

complement JOUR 231, in that it will cover basic principles of photography, but it will not cover some of the rigorous photojournalism content in JOUR 231 that is necessary for Photojournalism majors.

2.4 Relationship of the proposed course to courses offered in other departments: There is no other course in the university that covers this content.

2.5 Relationship of the proposed course to courses offered in other institutions: Other benchmark universities, such as Syracuse University,offer a photography course for students outside of the photography major to better accommodate these students.


3.1 Course Objectives: JOUR 131 will help students learn how to effectively use their digital 35mm camera; understand what makes a good photograph in terms of technical quality, light, composition, storytelling moments, captions and presentation; acquire and develop intellectual, and analytical skills to make photographs that communicate; and understand the importance of the thought process in creating compelling photographs.

3.2 Content outline: Camera mechanics, exposure, idea generation, caption writing, depth of field, light, composition, color, portraiture, picture packages, features, electronic flash, photography history, contemporary photography, moments, and ethics

3.3 Student expectations and requirements: Evaluation of the student will be based on weekly hands-on photography assignments, written reports, and quizzes. Students are required to have a high-quality digital camera, though not necessarily an adjustable digital SLR (as required in the JOUR 231 Introduction to Photojournalism course for Photojournalism majors). Cell phone cameras will not qualify at this time due to their relative low quality.

3.4 Tentative texts and course materials: National Geographic: The Ultimate

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Field Guide to Photography (Paperback) by Bob Martin, Richard Olsenius, Robert Clark, John Healey, and Debbie Grossman. National Geographic (publisher). November 2006 (publish date). Required materials — Digital camera; compact flash card; electronic flash unit; printing paper for digital printing; dry mount tissue and boards (for mounting prints); and an external hard drive for storing digital images.

4. Resources:

4.1 Library Resources: Bibliography attached. See Library Resources Form. The library’s new unit, VPAL, short for The Visual and Performing Arts Library, which is located on the second floor of Cravens Library, is an excellent archive of photography books and videos, which will engage and inspire a student’s imagination towards visual communication.

4.2 Computer resources: These resources, housed within Mass Media and Technology Hall, will adequately accommodate the demands of this course.

5. Budget Implications:

5.1 Proposed method of staffing: Current photojournalism faculty will be used to staff this class, or when necessary, adjunct instructors.

5.2 Special equipment needed: Canon printers for printing assignments.5.3 Expendable materials needed: Toner materials for digital printers, paper for weekly assignments.5.4 Laboratory materials needed: No materials except for the equipment provided in current photo labs.




SJ&B Curriculum Committee: __ 2/22/08___________

School of Journalism & Broadcasting: ___2/22/08___________

PCAL Curriculum Committee: ___3/6/08____________



Attachment: Bibliography, Library Resources Form, Course Inventory Form

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http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/search-handle-url/002-8493392-1959266?_encoding=UTF8&search-type=ss&index=books&field-author=Debbie%20Grossman

http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/search-handle-url/002-8493392-1959266?_encoding=UTF8&search-type=ss&index=books&field-author=John%20Healey

http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/search-handle-url/002-8493392-1959266?_encoding=UTF8&search-type=ss&index=books&field-author=Robert%20Clark

http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/search-handle-url/002-8493392-1959266?_encoding=UTF8&search-type=ss&index=books&field-author=Richard%20Olsenius

http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/search-handle-url/002-8493392-1959266?_encoding=UTF8&search-type=ss&index=books&field-author=Bob%20Martin

Proposal Date: February 18, 2008

Potter CollegeDepartment of Art


Contact Person: Guy Jordan, [email protected], 270-745-8865


1.1 Course prefix (subject area) and number: ART 3041.2 Course title: Art of the United States to 18651.3 Abbreviated course title: Art of the United States I1.4 Credit hours and contact hours: 31.5 Type of course: L1.6 Prerequisites: Art 106 or Permission of Instructor1.7 Course catalog listing: A survey of art and architecture of the United States from its beginnings to the end of the Civil War

2. Rationale:

2.1 Reason for developing the proposed course: This course will provide students with a chronological survey of the history of the visual arts in the United States to 1865 and will take advantage of the teaching and research specialization of a new faculty member in the Art Department. The course fills a significant gap in Art Department’s curriculum which at present does not offer any courses that investigate art made in the United States before the year 1945.

2.2 Projected enrollment in the proposed course: 25. This course will serve growing numbers of majors and minors in the Art Department and will allow the faculty to offer a more varied array of electives that will increase the likelihood that students will be able to finish their programs on time. The course will also fulfill requirements for students majoring in interdisciplinary fields for which it might provide an appropriate fit in current or future curricula.

2.3 Relationship of the proposed course to courses now offered by the department: This course fills an important chronological gap in the history of art and not previously addressed in the departmental curriculum.

2.4 Relationship of the proposed course to courses offered in other departments: This course does not duplicate the content of any other course in the university curriculum, but it complements those that investigate the history (HIST 240), literature (ENG 391), and intellectual currents (ENG/HIST/PS 320 and 321) of the United States during the same chronological period. This course also complements, but does not duplicate, a course currently taught in the Folk Studies Department—FLK 445G—that surveys the history of American architecture.

2.5 Relationship of the proposed course to courses offered in other institutions: Courses surveying the history of American art are already offered at other schools in the Commonwealth of Kentucky and the region such as Northern Kentucky University (Art 356), The University of Louisville (ARTH 395), and Middle Tennessee State University (Art 3990). Of these, the University of Louisville is the only institution to separate the history of American art into two separate courses, as we propose to do here. The University of Kentucky offers A-H 342, an upper-division investigation of focused topics in American art, but not a survey.


3.1 Course objectives: Students taking this course will gain a working knowledge of the formation and development of the visual arts in the United States to 1865, with an attention to painting, sculpture, printmaking, and the decorative arts, all considered within their social and cultural milieu. Moreover, students will gain an appreciation of the critical role played by images in the articulation of American social and cultural identity.

3.2 Content Outline: The course will cover art of the United States from the colonial period through the Civil War, including major figures such as John Singleton Copley, Washington Allston, Thomas Cole,

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William Sidney Mount, Lily Martin Spencer, Frederic Church, and Hiram Powers. Themes covered will include the role of landscape imagery in the development of a national identity, the role of visual culture in the rhetoric of westward expansion, transatlantic artistic exchanges, the representation of race, gender, and ethnicity, and the many ways in which images articulated American cultural politics.

3.3 Student expectations and requirements: In addition to gaining an understanding of the chronological development of the visual arts of the United States to 1865, students will learn to think critically about the role of images of American society. Student learning will be assessed through quizzes, a midterm, a final exam, and a research paper. There may also be trips to appropriate regional museums with collections of or exhibitions on American art.

3.4 Tentative texts and course materials: Textbook: American Encounters, by Angela Miller, et. al. (New York: Prentice Hall, 2007); other books and articles drawn from the library and the author’s personal collection of materials.

4. Resources:

4.1 Library resources: The library has extensive holdings in this area, including many major journals and periodicals.

4.2 Computer resources: On-line databases that relate to American culture and history, such as America: History and Life, are available in the WKU libraries.


5.1 Proposed method of staffing: Current Faculty5.2 Special equipment needed: None5.3 Expendable materials needed: None5.4 Laboratory materials needed: None



Art Department: 2/19/08

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Proposal Date: February 18, 2008





1.1 Course prefix (subject area) and number: ART 3051.2 Course title: Art of the United States since 18651.3 Abbreviated course title: Art of the United States II1.4 Credit hours and contact hours: 31.5 Type of course: L1.6 Prerequisites: Art 106 or Permission of Instructor1.7 Course catalog listing: A survey of art and architecture in the United States from the Civil War to the present day.

2. Rationale:

2.1 Reason for developing the proposed course: This course will provide students with a chronological survey of the history of the visual arts in the United States since 1865 and will take advantage of the teaching and research specialization of a new faculty member in the Art Department. The course fills a significant gap in Art Department’s curriculum which at present does not offer any courses that investigate art made in the United States before the year 1945.

2.2 Relationship of the proposed course to courses now offered by the department: This course fills an important chronological gap in the history of art and not previously addressed in the departmental curriculum. There is some overlap between this course and Art 303: 20th Century Art, but only for the material covered from 1945 to the present day that is made in the United States. This overlap affects approximately 20% of the course material.

2.3 Relationship of the proposed course to courses offered in other departments: This course complements, but does not duplicate other courses that investigate the history (HIST 241) literature (ENG 392), and thought (ENG/HIST/PS 320 and 321) of the United States during the same chronological period. This course also complements, but does not duplicate, a course currently taught in the Folk Studies Department—FLK 445G—that surveys the history of American architecture.

2.4 Relationship of the proposed course to courses offered in other institutions: Courses covering the history of American art are already offered at other schools in the Commonwealth of Kentucky and the region such as Northern Kentucky University, The University of Louisville (Art 396), The University of Kentucky, and Middle Tennessee State University (Art 3990). Of these, the University of Louisville is the only institution to separate the history of American art into two separate courses, as we propose to do here. The University of Kentucky offers A-H 342, an upper-division investigation of focused topics in American art, but not a survey.


3.1 Course objectives: Students taking this course will gain a working knowledge of the formation and development of the visual arts in the United States since 1865, with an attention to painting, sculpture, printmaking, and the decorative arts, all considered within their social and cultural milieu. Moreover, students will gain an appreciation of the critical role played by images in the articulation of American social and cultural identity.

3.2 Content Outline: The art of the United States from the Civil War through the present day, including major figures such as Winslow Homer, Thomas Eakins, George Inness, Albert Bierstadt, James Whistler, Robert Henri, John Sloan, Grant Wood, Edward Hopper, Mary Cassatt, John Singer Sargent, Alfred Stieglitz, Georgia O’Keeffe, Stuart Davis, Jackson Pollack, Andy Warhol, Richard Diebenkorn, Cindy Sherman, and Bill Viola. Themes covered include the relationship

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between art and science, the development of photography, artistic exchanges between the United States and Europe, urbanism, modernism, and the development of the avant-garde.

3.3 Student expectations and requirements: In addition to gaining an understanding of the chronological development of the visual arts of the United States since 1865, students will learn to think critically about the role of images of American society. Student learning will be assessed through quizzes, a midterm, a final exam, and a research paper. There will also be trips to regional museums with strong American collections.

3.4 Tentative texts and course materials: Textbook: American Encounters, by Angela Miller, et. al. (New York: Prentice Hall, 2007); other books and articles drawn from the library; and the author’s personal collection of materials.

4. Resources:

4.1 Library resources: The library has extensive holdings in this area, including many major journals and periodicals.

4.2 Computer resources: On-line databases that relate to American culture and history, such as America: History and Life, are available in the WKU libraries.









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Proposal Date: September 5, 2007





1.1 Course prefix (subject area) and number: ART 4061.2 Course title: Islamic Art and Architecture1.3 Abbreviated course title: Islamic art and Architecture1.4 Credit hours and contact hours: 31.5 Type of course: L1.6 Prerequisites: ART 105, or RELS 305, or RELS 320, or Permission of Instructor1.7 Course catalog listing: A survey of art and architecture in the Islamic world from 622 through the

present day.

2. Rationale:

2.1 Reason for developing the proposed course: This course investigates the visual traditions of the Islamic world and fits with the mission of the university to broaden the intellectual horizons and global perspective of its students. It also fills a significant gap in the art department’s curriculum.

2.2 Projected enrollment in the proposed course: 25. This course will serve growing numbers of majors and minors in the Art Department and will allow the faculty to offer a more varied array of electives that will increase the likelihood that students will be able to finish their programs on time. The course will also fulfill an elective for students majoring in appropriate interdisciplinary fields (such as the proposed Middle Eastern Studies Program).

2.3 Relationship of the proposed course to courses now offered by the department: This course fills a chronological gap in the history of art and architecture not previously addressed by the Art Department curriculum

2.4 Relationship of the proposed course to courses offered in other departments: While Art 406 does not duplicate the material of other courses offered by the university, it will provide students who take Islamic-themed courses in other departments (HIST 462, PS 365, and REL 306) a chance to learn how religious and political systems influence, and are in turn influenced by, the visual arts. In time, it is hoped that this course will comprise part of the curriculum for a Middle Eastern Studies major and/or minor that is currently being designed by faculty from various departments at Western Kentucky.

2.5 Relationship of the proposed course to courses offered in other institutions: The only other undergraduate course in the Commonwealth of Kentucky in this subject is at the University of Louisville (ARTH 367). This is largely due to the dearth of Art History Ph.D.s who either major or minor in the field.


3.1 Course objectives: Students taking this course will gain a working knowledge of the formation and development of Islam and its art forms from its beginnings in 622 through the present day. The course will emphasize productive zones of interchange between Islamic and non-Islamic societies, and the ways that Islamic art drew upon and/or subsequently influenced Sassanian, Helleno-Byzantine, Central Asian, African, Chinese, Indian, Southeast Asian, and Medieval Christian cultures.

3.2 Content Outline: Islamic Art and Architecture from its formation in the seventh century through the Umayyad, Abbasid, Fatimid, Ilkhanid, Mamluk, Seljuk, Ottoman, Safavid, and Mughal periods, concluding with a unit on contemporary Muslim artists working in both the United States and the Middle East.

3.3 Student expectations and requirements: In addition to gaining a working knowledge of the history of the visual arts in the Islamic world, students will think critically about how these traditions address a range of thematic issues such as mysticism and spirituality, political propaganda, and gender relations. Student learning will be assessed through quizzes, a midterm, a final exam, and a research paper.

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3.4 Tentative texts and course materials: Richard Ettinghausen et. al., The Art and Architecture of Islam, 650-1250 (New Haven and London: Yale University Press, 2003) ISBN: 0300088698, and Sheila Blair and Jonathan Bloom, The Art and Architecture of Islam, 1250-1700 (New Haven and London: Yale University Press, 1996) ISBN: 0300064659. These texts will be supplemented by additional readings drawn from the holdings of the WKU libraries, my own personal library, and on-line resources such as articles from Muquarnas that are free and available to the public on Archnet.

4. Resources:

4.1 Library resources: The library has holdings in this area, including Arthur Upham Pope’s 13-Volume Survey of Persian Art, an excellent resource that is difficult to find at other libraries of comparable size.

4.2 Computer resources: Archnet (http://archnet.org/library/) offers free access to Muqarnas, the leading scholarly journal of Islamic Art and Architecture.









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Proposal to Revise a Program(Action Item)


1. Identification of program:

1.1 Current program reference number: 6081.2 Current program title: Major in Anthropology1.3 Credit hours: 30

2. Identification of the proposed program changes:

revise restricted electives in the cultural anthropology concentration

revise restricted electives in the archaeology concentration

revise restricted electives in the cultural resource management concentration

delete the linguistic anthropology concentration

3. Detailed program description:

Current Major Proposed MajorStudents interested in this program should check the department web site for information on the recommended four-year course of study (www.wku.edu/anthropology).

A major in anthropology (reference number 608) requires a minimum of 30 semester hours and leads to a bachelor of arts degree. At least half of the total semester hours must be in upper-division (300, 400) courses. Requirements of the major include core courses, concentration courses, and electives. All students complete the five-course (15-hour) core curriculum consisting of ANTH 120, 125, 130, 135, and 399. Each student completes at least one of five three-course (9-hour) concentrations in Cultural Anthropology, Biological Anthropology, Archaeology, Cultural Resource Management, and/or Linguistic Anthropology, each concentration having its own required courses. Students choosing to complete only one concentration must complete 6 hours of electives to be selected from anthropology offerings in consultation with the advisor. Students must earn a grade of “C” or better in all core courses of the anthropology major. Students must complete a second major or a minor

Students interested in this program should check the department web site for information on the recommended four-year course of study (www.wku.edu/anthropology).

A major in anthropology (reference number 608) requires a minimum of 30 semester hours and leads to a bachelor of arts degree. At least half of the total semester hours must be in upper-division (300, 400) courses. Requirements of the major include core courses, concentration courses, and electives. All students complete the five-course (15-hour) core curriculum consisting of ANTH 120, 125, 130, 135, and 399. Each student completes at least one of four three-course (9-hour) concentrations in Cultural Anthropology, Biological Anthropology, Archaeology, and/or Cultural Resource Management, and/or Linguistic Anthropology, each concentration having its own required courses. Students choosing to complete only one concentration must complete 6 hours of electives to be selected from anthropology offerings in consultation with the advisor. Students must earn a grade of “C” or better in all core courses of the anthropology major. Students must complete a second major or a minor

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Core Requirements: 15 hourscompleted by all majors

ANTH 120, 125, 130, 135, 399

Concentration Requirements: 9 hours select at least one concentration

Cultural Anthropology: One area course selected from ANTH 345, 350 and 378; one topics course selected from ANTH 343, 382, 400, 410, 411, 442, 446 and 448; one additional area or topics course

Biological Anthropology: ANTH 300, 375, 450

Archaeology: one course selected from ANTH 335, 336, and 430; at least three hours in ANTH 432; ANTH 438

Cultural Resource Management: ANTH 436; two courses selected from ANTH 434, 470, and 493, FLK 434, 446, 447 and 464

Linguistic Anthropology: ANTH 346, 455, ENG 407

Electives: 6 hoursfor students completing one concentration

to be selected from anthropology offerings in consultation with advisor

Core Requirements: 15 hourscompleted by all majors

ANTH 120, 125, 130, 135, 399

Concentration Requirements: 9 hours select at least one concentration

Cultural Anthropology: One area course selected from ANTH 340, 342, 345, 350 and 378; one topics course selected from ANTH 343, 382, 400, 410, 411, 442, 446, 448, and 449; one additional area or topics course

Biological Anthropology: ANTH 300, 375, 450

Archaeology: one course selected from ANTH 335 and 336, and 430; at least three hours in ANTH 432; ANTH 438

Cultural Resource Management: ANTH 436; two courses selected from ANTH 434, 470, and 493, FLK 434, 445, 446, 447 and 464

Linguistic Anthropology: ANTH 346, 455, ENG 407

Electives: 6 hoursfor students completing one concentration

to be selected from anthropology offerings in consultation with advisor

4. Rationale for the proposed program changes:

The restricted electives in the cultural anthropology concentration are revised to remove one suspended course (ANTH 411 American Indian/First Nations Music), to add a reactivated course (Anth 340 Peoples and Cultures of Latin America), and to add two new course options (ANTH 342 Peoples and Cultures of the Caribbean and ANTH 449 Ethnographic Video Production).

The restricted electives in the archaeology concentration are revised to remove one suspended course (Anth 430 Kentucky Archaeology).

The restricted electives in the cultural resource management concentration are revised to remove one suspended/deleted course (FLK 447 Restoration of Historic Interiors III) and to add one new course option (FLK 445 American Architectural History).

The linguistic anthropology concentration is deleted because current faculty teaching loads prevent us from teaching the required courses.

5. Effective Catalog Year: Summer 2008 for new majors; existing majors will have the option of completing their current major requirements or the proposed major requirements.


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University Senate

Attachment: Program Inventory Form

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Potter College of Arts and LettersSchool of Journalism & Broadcasting

Proposal to Revise a Program(Action Item)

Contact Person: Stephen White [email protected] 745-5891

1. Identification of program:

1.1 Current program reference number: 7261.2 Current program title: Major in Broadcasting1.3 Credit hours: 39

2. Identification of the proposed program changes:-Change admission policy from completion of 48 coursework hours to 30 hours.-Change overall grade-point average requirement for admission from 2.5 to 2.7-Change required courses in the major for admission to the major-Change general education requirement from ECON 150 to ECON 150 or 202 or 203-Clarify that only three (1-hour) workshop credit hours may be counted within the 39 hours of the major,

but a student may take up to four hours in workshop credit toward their degree.-Clarify that students with 60 or more transfer hours at time of WKU entry will not have to take the department-required courses in general education and general electives.-Clarify that a minor or second major must come from outside the field of communication and media studies.

Within the news concentration:-delete JOUR 321 Public Affairs Reporting from course list, course will be deleted from the course inventory spring 2009.-one course to be selected from a three course list of restricted electives-add JOUR 495 Collaborative Journalism and BCOM 485 Operations & Management to suggested elective list-increase electives in the major from 3 hours to 6 hours

Within the TV production concentration: -change name of concentration from Television Production to Television/Film Production

-Move BCOM 376 Film Production for Television and BCOM 480 Advanced Post Production from required course list to elective list-Add new required course BCOM 380 Intermediate Post Production Techniques-Decrease required courses from 36 hours to 33, increase electives from 3 hours to 6 hours.-Delete JOUR 347 Broadcast Advertising from suggested elective list, course will be deleted from inventory spring 2009.

3. Detailed program description:ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:

Prospective majors may take no more than 18 hours in the major before admission. Students must meet the following requirements before they can be admitted:1. Completion of 48 hours of course work applicable to the baccalaureate degree with a minimum overall grade point average of 2.5. Required courses include COMM 145 or COMM 161 (preferably COMM 161), HIST 119 or 120, the university math requirement, and at least a “C” in ENG 100.2. Completion of the following courses with at least a “C,” according to the intended sequence:

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:

Prospective majors may take no more than 18 hours in the major before admission. Students must meet the following requirements before they can be admitted:1. Completion of 30 hours of course work applicable to the baccalaureate degree with a minimum overall grade point average of 2.7. Required courses include COMM 145 or COMM 161 (preferably COMM 161), HIST 119 or 120, the university math requirement, and at least a “C” in ENG 100.2. Completion of the following courses with at least a “C,” according to the intended sequence:

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Broadcast News : BCOM 185, 201,265, 266Radio/TV Operations : BCOM 185, 201, 261TV Production: BCOM 185, 201, 266, 366

CURRICULUM:The major in broadcasting (reference number 726) requires a minimum of 39 semester hours and leads to a bachelor of arts degree. Students must take a minimum of 80 semester hours in courses outside the major area of journalism and mass communication, with no fewer than 65 semester hours in the liberal arts and natural sciences. A minor or second major outside of the School of Journalism & Broadcasting is required. The following core courses are required for a major: BCOM 185, 201, 301 and 325. Additional specified courses are required, depending upon the selected area of study. The remaining courses will be chosen in consultation with the broadcast faculty advisor. Concentrations are available in radio and television operations, television production and broadcast news. No course with a grade of “D” or below may be counted toward this major. One-half of the hours in the Broadcasting major must be at the 300- or 400-level.

BROADCAST NEWS CONCENTRATIONBCOM 185 Introduction to Broadcasting BCOM 201 Process and Effects of Mass Comm BCOM 301 Mass Communication Law and Ethics BCOM 325 Survey of Writing TV & Radio BCOM 265 Basic Broadcast News BCOM 266 Basic Television Production BCOM 335 News Discovery and Selection BCOM 365 Intermediate Broadcast News BCOM 368 News Videography & Editing BCOM 465 Adv. Broadcast News Select one of the following two courses (3 hours) JOUR 321 Public Affairs Reporting BCOM 385 Broadcast Commercial Sales Select one of the following two courses (3 hours) BCOM 326 Radio/TV Performance BCOM 485 Broadcast Operations & MngmntRestricted electives (3 hours) Chosen in consultation with departmental advisor. Suggested electives: BCOM 261, 360, 328, 329,361, 385, 429, 461 (1 hr.), 467 (1 hr.), 491 or COMM 247. Only 3 hours of internship or co-op may be counted within the major. One-hour workshops may be repeated in different topics up to 3 hours. General Education requirements *ECON 150 Introduction to Economics PS 110 American National Govt GEOG 121 Meteorology One of the following GEOG 110 World Regional Geography

Broadcast News : BCOM 185 and either 201 or 265Radio/TV Operations: BCOM 185 and either 201 or 261TV Production: BCOM 185 and either 201 or 266Note: no more than 18 hours may be taken in the major before admission to the major.CURRICULUM:The major in broadcasting (reference number 726) requires a minimum of 39 semester hours and leads to a bachelor of arts degree. Students must take a minimum of 80 semester hours in courses outside the major area of journalism and mass communication, with no fewer than 65 semester hours in the liberal arts and natural sciences. A minor or second major outside of the School of Journalism & Broadcasting, the Dept of Communication, and Film Studies is required. Communication Studies or Film Studies may be taken as a second minor. The following core courses are required for a major: BCOM 185, 201, 301 and 325. Additional specified courses are required, depending upon the selected area of study. The remaining courses will be chosen in consultation with the broadcast faculty advisor. Concentrations are available in radio and television operations, television/film production and broadcast news. No course with a grade of “D” or below may be counted toward this major or as a prerequisite. One-half of the hours in the Broadcasting major must be at the 300- or 400-level.BROADCAST NEWS CONCENTRATIONCore courses required for all majors 12 hoursBCOM 185 Introduction to Broadcasting BCOM 201 Process and Effects of Mass Comm BCOM 301 Mass Communication Law and Ethics BCOM 325 Survey of Writing TV & RadioRequired courses in news concentration 21 hoursBCOM 265 Basic Broadcast News BCOM 266 Basic Television Production BCOM 335 News Discovery and Selection BCOM 365 Intermediate Broadcast News BCOM 368 News Videography & Editing BCOM 465 Adv. Broadcast News Select one of the following three courses JOUR 321 Public Affairs Reporting BCOM 385 Broadcast Commercial Sales BCOM 326 Radio/TV Performance BCOM 485 Broadcast Operations & MngmntElectives (6 hours)Chosen in consultation with departmental advisor. Suggested electives: BCOM 261, 360, 328, 329, 361, 385, 429, 485, 461 (1 hr.), 467 (1 hr.), 491, JOUR 495 or COMM 247. Only 3 hours of internship or co-op may be counted within the major. One-hour workshops may be repeated in different topics up to 4 hours. Only 3 hours of workshop credit may be counted within the 39 hour major.General Education requirements *ECON 150 Intro to EconomicsECON 150 or 202 or 203 PS 110 American National Govt

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COMM 263 Fundamentals of Comm. & CultureGeneral Elective requirements PS 250 International Politics Suggested courses outside of major and General Education PS 210 State Government HIST 349 The United States since 1945

TELEVISION PRODUCTION CONCENTRATION

BCOM 185 Introduction to Broadcasting BCOM 201 Process and Effects of Mass CommBCOM 301 Mass Communication Law and Ethics BCOM 325 Survey of Writing for TV & Radio

BCOM 266 Basic Television Production BCOM 366 Studio & Post Production Techniques BCOM 367 Field Production BCOM 376 Film Production for TelevisionBCOM 379 Producing Video and Film BCOM 466 Directing Television and Film BCOM 480 Advanced Post Production BCOM 482 Television Program Production Restricted Electives (3 hours) Three additional hours chosen in consultation with departmental advisor. Suggested electives: BCOM 271, 350, 378, 485, 491; ENG 309, 365, 366, 465 or 466 and JOUR 231, 232, 261, 341 347, 495.General Education requirements * ECON 150 Introduction to Economics PS 110 American National Government One of the following GEOG 110 World Regional Geography COMM 263 Fundamentals of Comm. & Culture Suggested courses in General Education PHYS 103 Light, Color and Vision PHYS 130 Acoustics of Music and Speech Suggested courses outside of major and General Education HIST 349 The United States since 1945

RADIO & TV OPERATIONS CONCENTRATIONRequired courses for all majors (12 hours) BCOM 185 Introduction to Broadcasting BCOM 201 Process and Effects of Mass CommBCOM 301 Mass Communication Law and Ethics BCOM 325 Survey of Writing for TV & Radio

BCOM 261 Basic Radio Production BCOM 265 Basic Broadcast News BCOM 266 Basic Television Production

GEOG 121 Meteorology One of the following GEOG 110 World Regional Geography COMM 263 Fundamentals of Comm. & CultureGeneral Elective requirements PS 250 International Politics Suggested courses outside of major and General Education PS 210 State Government HIST 349 The United States since 1945

TELEVISION/FILM PRODUCTION CONCENTRATIONCore courses required for all majors (12 hours) BCOM 185 Introduction to Broadcasting BCOM 201 Process and Effects of Mass CommBCOM 301 Mass Communication Law and Ethics BCOM 325 Survey of Writing for TV & Radio Required courses in TV Production Concentration (21 hours)BCOM 266 Basic Television Production BCOM 366 Video Editing, Aesthetics & TechniquesBCOM 367 Field Production BCOM 376 Film Production for TelevisionBCOM 379 Producing Video and Film BCOM 380 Intermediate Post ProductionBCOM 466 Directing Television and Film BCOM 480 Advanced Post Production BCOM 482 Television Program Production Electives (6 hours) Chosen in consultation with departmental advisor. Suggested electives: BCOM 271, 350, 376, 378, 480, 485, 491; ENG 309, 365, 366, 465 or 466 and JOUR 231, 232, 261, 341 347, 495.General Education requirements * ECON 150 Introduction to Economics ECON 150 or 202 or 203PS 110 American National Government One of the following GEOG 110 World Regional Geography COMM 263 Fundamentals of Comm. & Culture Suggested courses in General Education PHYS 103 Light, Color and Vision PHYS 130 Acoustics of Music and Speech Suggested courses outside of major and General Education HIST 349 The United States since 1945

RADIO & TV OPERATIONS CONCENTRATIONCore required courses for all majors (12 hours) BCOM 185 Introduction to Broadcasting BCOM 201 Process and Effects of Mass CommBCOM 301 Mass Communication Law and Ethics BCOM 325 Survey of Writing for TV & RadioRequired courses in Radio/TV Ops Concentration(21hours)BCOM 261 Basic Radio Production BCOM 265 Basic Broadcast News BCOM 266 Basic Television Production

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BCOM 360 Electronic Media Programming & Research BCOM 385 Broadcast Commercial Sales BCOM 485 Broadcast Operations and ManagementRestricted electives (3 hours)One of the following two courses BCOM 361 Advanced Radio Production BCOM 366 Studio and Post Production Techniques 6 hours of upper division electives within the School of J&B or the university approved by department faculty advisor. BCOM 491, Internship, strongly recommended.

General Education requirements * ECON 150 Introduction to Economics PS 110 American National Government GEOG 110 World Regional Geography or COMM 262 Communication & Culture Suggested courses outside of major and General Education ACCT 200 Introductory Accounting HIST 349 The United States since 1945 MGT 310 Organization and Management MKT 220 Basic Marketing Concepts PHIL 115 Elementary Logic PSY 371 Sales Psychology PHIL 320 Ethics *Students transferring to WKU with 60 or more hours will be exempt from department-required courses in general education, but must meet general education requirements of the University and the liberal arts/sciences requirements of the School of Journalism & Broadcasting.

BCOM 360 Electronic Media Programming & Research BCOM 385 Broadcast Commercial Sales BCOM 485 Broadcast Operations and ManagementRestricted electives (3 hours)One of the following two courses BCOM 361 Advanced Radio Production BCOM 366 Studio and Post Production Techniques Electives (6 hours)Select 6 hours of upper division electives within the School of J&B or the university approved by department faculty advisor. BCOM 491, Internship, strongly recommended.General Education requirements * ECON 150 Introduction to Economics ECON 150 or 202 or 203PS 110 American National Government GEOG 110 World Regional Geography or COMM 262 Communication & Culture Suggested courses outside of major and General Education ACCT 200 Introductory Accounting HIST 349 The United States since 1945 MGT 310 Organization and Management MKT 220 Basic Marketing Concepts PHIL 115 Elementary Logic PSY 371 Sales Psychology PHIL 320 Ethics *Students transferring to WKU with 60 or more hours will be exempt from department-required courses in general education and general electives, but must meet general education requirements of the University and the liberal arts/sciences requirements of the School of Journalism & Broadcasting.

4. Rationale for the proposed program change:-Change admission policy from completion of 48 coursework hours with 2.5 grade-point average, to 30

hours with a 2.7 grade-point average, and reduction of courses in the major required for admission. This policy change increases rigor for admission and allows students to know they are accepted or not accepted into the program earlier in their college career.

-Change general education requirement from ECON 150 to ECON 150 or 202 or 203. This allows more flexibility for students and still exposes them to the economic principles required. Often students take ECON 202 or 203 for their minor area of study and are not allowed to backtrack and pickup ECON 150 for the broadcast requirement.

-Clarify that only three (1-hour) workshop credit hours may be counted within the 39 hours of the major, but a student may take up to four hours in workshop credit toward their degree. With the increase of student participation in the television newscast Newschannel12, the radio station WWHR, and sports play-by-play online, there has been a demand for more than three credit hours of workshop credit. However, due to accreditation restrictions only three credit hours will be counted within the 39 hours of the major.

-Clarify that students with 60 or more transfer hours at the time of WKU entry will not have to take the department required courses outside the major -- in general education and general electives. This provides parity between the concentrations, since news is the only concentration that requires a course outside the major and general education.

-Clarify that a minor or second major must come from outside the field of communication and media studies. ACEJMC accreditation requires 80 hours outside the major and the field of communication and mass media.

-Within the news concentration:-JOUR 321, Public Affairs Reporting will be deleted from course inventory, spring 09.

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-allow students to select one course from a three-course list of restricted electives-add JOUR 495 Collaborative Journalism and BCOM 485 Operations & Management to suggested elective list-Decrease required courses from 36 hours to 33, increase electives from 3 hours to 6 hours. This change provides more electivity in course selection and allows students to pursue their area of interest in more depth.

-Within the TV production concentration:-Changed name of concentration to Television/Film Production so potential and current students searching for academic programs in film production will find our program in the catalog and in Web searches.-Move BCOM 376 Film Production for Television from required course list to elective list. While film may be highly valued as an art form, the television production industry has moved into the digital age. The faculty agreed that with limited resources for film production for over 175 majors in the TV production concentration, it was time to move the course to the elective list. Students with a keen interest in film production will still have the option to take the course as an elective. In addition, this change will make room for students in the film studies minor. (Plans are underway to add BCOM 376 to the elective list of the film studies minor).-Move BCOM 480 Advanced Post Production from required course list to elective list-Add new required course BCOM 380 Intermediate Post Production TechniquesIn an effort to revamp the curriculum to meet the changing technology of the industry a new course has been created in intermediate post production. This course includes on-line video production and Web production skills and will enhance the student’s portfolio.For students that want to pursue a career in postproduction BCOM 480 Advanced Post will be offered as an elective.-Decrease required courses from 36 hours to 33, increase electives from 3 hours to 6 hours. This change provides more electivity in course selection and allows students to pursue their area of interest in more depth.-Delete JOUR 347 Broadcast Advertising from suggested elective list, course will be deleted from inventory spring 2009. The Advertising program is changing their course offerings.-Delete JOUR 231 Intro to Photography from suggested elective list. Effective spring 2009 this course will be designated for photo majors only.

5. Effective Catalog Year: Fall 2008 catalog year. Currently enrolled students in the major may stay with the current catalog requirements or follow the proposed program by changing their catalog year to 2008 or they may file specific course exceptions in iCAP to follow the new program.

6. Dates of prior committee approvals:Broadcasting Faculty Committee ______2/19/08______

SJ&B Curriculum Committee ______2/22/08_______

School of Journalism & Broadcasting ______2/22/08______

PCAL Curriculum Committee _______3/6/08_______



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