| Subject | Course | Section | Course Title | Course Description | Instructor | Files | Term |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SMF | 211 | 001 | Dynamics of Dating |
This course examines the dynamics of intimate relationships in the context of the modern, Western construct of dating. Topics explored may include long-distance relationships, polyamorous relationships, online dating, hook-up culture, shifting romantic and family formation dynamics, modern communications and technology, and the role of pop culture in dating trends. |
Toni Serafini | Winter 2018 | |
| SMF | 215 | 001 | Sexuality and Popular Culture |
This course examines how sexuality is dipicted in, shaped by, and contested in popular culture. It introduces different theories in the study of popular culture and sexuality through a range of historical and contemporary texts and practices. |
Jane Nicholas | Winter 2018 | |
| SMF | 230 | 001 | Introduction to Statistics in Sexuality, Marriage, and Family Studies |
The goal of this introductory statistics course is to help students understand the logic and appropriate application of commonly used descriptive and inferential statistics, with examples drawn from various disciplines relevant to sexuality, marriage, and family studies. |
Winter 2018 | ||
| SMF | 304 | 001 | Human Sexuality in Relationships |
This course examines the development and experience of sexuality in a relational context from infancy to old age. Emphasis will be placed on sexual interaction and communication in adult relationships, but the effects of relationships on sexual experiences during infancy, childhood, adolescence, and old age may also be examined. |
Toni Serafini | Winter 2018 | |
| SMF | 307 | 001 | Conflict, Crisis, and Dissolution in Close Relationships |
Families and close relationships are among the most important and valued human experiences, but they can also be the source of much conflict and pain. This course will examine the dark side of close relationships, with a focus on topics such as conflict and conflict resolution, family violence, poverty, separation and divorce, illness, and death and bereavement. |
Denise Whitehead | Winter 2018 | |
| SMF | 309 | 001 | Sex Therapy |
This course examines therapeutic approaches and clinical issues when working with sexuality related problems. Research and theoretical issues in the field of sex therapy will be discussed and applied to clinical contexts. The applied focus enables students to connect clinical theory and ethical issues to practice. |
Carm De Santis | Winter 2018 | |
| SMF | 366 | 001 | Special Topics in Couples, Marriages, and Family Studies - Family Policy |
A specialized course in topics that cover the application of theory and research in any area related to couples, relationships, and families. |
Denise Whitehead | Winter 2018 | |
| SMF | 400 | 001 | SMF Capstone |
This seminar invites students to integrate their knowledge in the domains of sexuality, relationships, and families and make connections among theories, research, and practices. The capstone focus provides students the opportunity for critical self-reflection on their university experience. |
Toni Serafini | Winter 2018 | |
| SMF | 461 | 001 | Practicum and Applied Theory |
This course involves an assigned unpaid apprenticeship in a human sexuality or family studies setting combined with regular seminar meetings. The practicum will require no more than eight hours per week. Paid or volunteer positions that are obtained outside the context of this course are not eligible for credit in this course.
Department Consent Required Cross-listed with SMF 491 |
Carm De Santis | Winter 2018 | |
| SMF | 491 | 001 | Practicum and Applied Theory |
This course involves an assigned unpaid apprenticeship in a human sexuality or family studies setting combined with regular seminar meetings. The practicum will require 15 hours per week. Paid or volunteer positions that are obtained outside outside the context of this course are not eligible for credit in the course. Department Consent Required Cross-listed with SMF 461 |
Carm De Santis | Winter 2018 |