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SCI 4115 THE MATTER MYTH:QUANDARIES OF MODERN PHYSICS 3Since the advent of the New Physics in the last century andthe development of increasingly sophisticated instruments,many phenomena at the subatomic level have beendiscovered that challenge long-held notions of time, space,and matter. The course explores the evolution of physicsand the impact of these new theories on the “real” andquantifiable.SCI 4118 SUBTLE ENERGIES, INTENTIONALITY,AND CONSCIOUSNESS 1As we humans are moving through these times of greatchange, many of us are discovering capacities, talents, anddimensions, either in ourselves or in others, that beforenow we have been oblivious to—such as precognitivedreams, distance healing, deepening intuition, luciddreaming, psychokinesis, the power of healing touch, outof-bodyexperiences, etc. There is a courageous, but rapidlydeveloping field of study, which provides evidence for theseexperiences and a valid theoretical foundation to supportthe findings. The objective of this course is to explore thisevidence in a non-technical fashion. Here the students willsee how the parameters of accepted science are changing andexplore the multidimensionality of our body’s energies. Theywill also uncover the talents and abilities that go with themand the disciplines available for exploring them. The coursewill examine evidence for the body’s energies and radiations.The content also includes the role of intentionality indeveloping our evolving senses and the nature of coherence.Because the potential of the universe is ultimately stored inthe organization of our body/minds, this course looks at howwe might begin to consciously participate in that evolution.The role of water in all these phenomena will be studied aswell as the special role of the “heart center” and other areasof subtle energy research.SCI 4120 TIME THROUGH THE AGES 3Examines the historical, cultural, philosophical, and scientificconceptualizations of time. After addressing the unity anddiversity of these views, students will examine how theseideas resonate with a personal or psychological perspective.Introduces bizarre notions of quantum theory andrelativistic time. Fulfills the upper-division general educationrequirement for interdisciplinary studies.SCI 4123 LIVING CREATIVELY BETWEEN PARADIGMS 1The materialistic paradigm (based on objectivity andseparateness) is being challenged. The new paradigm is notyet clearly delineated, but it will likely include the task ofdeciphering the enormous number of discoveries regardingthe mind, its technological capabilities, its larger ecologicalrelationships, its capacities for intuition and creativity, andthe many dimensions of consciousness on planet earth andthe cosmos itself which we are a part of and are responsibleto. Despite the rising levels of antagonism and violence,this paradigm is all the more important as it recognizesthe interconnectedness of all nature. This course will helpstudents formulate a holistic vision, while at the same timedealing with our own biases and limitations.SCI 4150 CANCER, HEALTH, AND POLITICS 3This course studies the complicated political and social forcesthat shape the research and treatment of cancer. Who or whatdirects the “war on cancer?” What determines the researchconducted, treatments advocated, and patients served? Who islooking at issues of prevention and why/why not? What is therole of cultural practices such as the pink ribbon campaignand fundraising walks in the treatment of cancer? The courseaddresses both conventional and alternative approaches tounderstanding cancer.SCI 4200 ISSUES IN ECOLOGY 3Historic geopolitical boundaries are relatively insensitiveto changing natural habitats and bioregional features, andyet many of the policies and decisions are made withinpolitical boundaries for the short term. In this course weexamine the overarching issues that will require a globalperspective and multinational cooperation that heretofore hasbeen more an impediment than a help. We will also look atenergy alternatives, population pressures, pollution, and theunmitigated effects of continued economic growthSCI 4203 FENG SHUI 1This course presents the concepts governing feng shui andincreases students’ awareness of spatial influences andsubtle energy forms. The course focuses on environmentalrelationships that affect human behavior.SCI 4212 THE EXPERIENCE OF PLACE 1“We shape our buildings and they shape us.” This courseexplores the behavioral influences of environment. Bothsubjective and objective findings across such disciplinesas anthropology, feng shui, sociology, psychology, andgeomancy are evaluated. Methods for remediation will beassessed.SCI 4215 GENETHICS, ETHICS, AND PUBLIC POLICY 3How should the first generation to have the knowledge andpower to modify genes apply this information? The courseexamines the promises of genetic engineering to providebetter crops, prevent incurable diseases, and perhaps evenextend life. The course looks at basic genetics, cloning, andforensic science. The prospects of molecular biology areevaluated in the context of ethical judgments.SCI 4220 BIOETHICS—ETHICAL ISSUES IN MODERN MEDICINE 3As technology increases our ability to intervene in the courseof natural events, the question arises as whether we oughtto. Beyond the conventional wearing of eyeglasses or usinga cane or hearing aid, we enter the problematic realm ofxenogenic organ transplantation, animal experimentation,mechanical prosthesis, cosmetic surgery, gene manipulation,in vitro fertilization, surrogacy, life extension, and euthanasia.Selective breeding and the notion of eugenics has beenaround for centuries, but now we have the means to effectgreat change rapidly. This course considers the far-reachingimpact of such tampering and also explores potential costsand benefits within the context of fairness and access with amind to counseling individuals faced with such dilemmas.SCI 4225 STUDIES IN SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY 3Technology is not value free: tools change the user.Technology changes what we do, how we think, and whatwe expect. It also creates its own specialized language andculture. Many of us measure our well-being and sense of selfthrough the ownership of things and esteem ourselves withthe privilege and power that some technologies provide.SCHOOL OF EDUCATION AND LIBERAL ARTS 73