HEA 310 – Health and Aging 

Examines the physiological, psychological, and social dimensions of aging, health promotion, and programs serving older adults. 

Pre-reqs: Two courses in the behavioral sciences. 

Open to general student population. 

Typically taught by Alexandra Smith. 

Typically offered Fall and Spring. 

DFN 341 – Nutrition Throughout the Life Cycle 

Explores nutritional needs from infancy through older adulthood, including age-related physiological changes and disease prevention. 

Pre-reqs: BIO 181, BIO 182, or BIO 228 and DFN 215. 

Open to general student population. 

Typically taught by Lalitha Samuel. 

Typically offered Fall and Spring. 

HEA 336 – Perspectives on Death and Dying 

Addresses end-of-life issues, grief, bereavement, hospice care, and cultural perspectives on death and dying. 

Pre-reqs: N/A 

Open to general student population. 

Typically taught by Craig Demmer. 

Typically offered Fall and Spring. 

SWK 242 – Social Work Practice with Older Adults 

Focuses on assessment, intervention, caregiving, community resources, and services for older adults. 

Pre-reqs: N/A. 

Open to general student population. 

Typically taught by Justine McGovern. 

Typically offered Fall and Spring. 

SWK 342 – Social Work Policies in an Aging Society 

Examines aging policy, Medicare, Medicaid, Social Security, long-term care, and elder rights. 

Pre-reqs: N/A 

Open to general student population. 

Typically taught by Evelyn Laureano. 

Typically offered Fall and Spring. 

SWK 363 – Aging in the Global Context 

Explores global aging trends, international eldercare systems, and cultural perspectives on aging. 

Pre-reqs: N/A 

Open to general student population. 

Typically taught by Evelyn Laureano.  

Typically offered Fall and Spring. 

SWK 366 – Mental Health Issues Across the Lifespan 

Addresses mental health challenges across the life course, including dementia, depression, and late-life mental health. 

Pre-reqs: N/A 

Open to general student population. 

Typically taught by Dominique Phinn, Sara Kotzin, Evan Senreich,  

Typically offered Spring. 

PSY 219 – Psychology of Adulthood and Aging 

The college's primary psychology course focused on adult development, cognitive aging, successful aging, retirement, and mental health in later life. 

Pre-reqs: PSY 166 

Open to general student population. 

Typically taught by Rebecca West.  

Typically offered Fall and Spring. 

PSY 314 – Cognitive Psychology 

Examines memory, cognition, and age-related cognitive change. 

Pre-reqs: PSY 166 

Open to general student population. 

Typically taught by Kevin Sailor. 

Typically offered Fall and Spring. 

PSY 366 – Clinical Neuropsychology 

Explores brain-behavior relationships, including dementia, Alzheimer's disease, and other neurodegenerative disorders. 

Pre-reqs: PSY 166 

Open to general student population. 

Typically taught Elizabeth Guerrero-Berroa. 

Typically offered Fall and Spring. 

SOC 311 – Social Scientific Perspectives on Health, Disability and Aging 

Examines aging, disability, caregiving, health disparities, and quality of life among older adults. 

Pre-reqs: SOC 166 or a 200-level SOC course 

Open to general student population. 

Typically taught Esther Wilder. 

Has not been offered since Fall 2023. 

SOC 339 – American Demography 

Explores population aging, longevity, retirement trends, and demographic change. 

Pre-reqs: SOC 301 

Open to general student population. 

Typically taught Kofi Benefo. 

Typically offered Fall and Spring. 

SOC 319 – Population and Society 

Examines population change, aging populations, and demographic transitions. 

Pre-reqs: SOC 166 or a 200-level SOC course 

Open to general student population. 

Typically taught Kofi Benefo. 

Typically offered Spring. 

SOC 305 – Sociology of Health Care 

Investigates healthcare access, health disparities, and healthcare utilization among older adults. 

Pre-reqs: SOC 166 or a 200-level SOC course 

Open to general student population. 

Typically taught Anna DaSilva. 

Typically offered Fall and Spring. 

HIN 268 – Growth and Development 

Examines human development across the lifespan, including later adulthood and aging. 

Pre-reqs: 30 college credits. 

Open to general student population. 

Typically taught by many professors. 

Typically offered Fall and Spring. 

NUR 303 – Adult Health Nursing 

Addresses chronic disease management and healthcare needs common among older adults. 

Pre-reqs: NUR 300, NUR 301, NUR 344, HIN 269. COREQUISITE: NUR 304, NUR 330 

Open to general student population. 

Typically taught by many professors. 

Typically offered Fall and Spring. 

NUR 344 – Altered Health States 

Focuses on chronic illness, neurological disorders, and age-related health conditions. 

Co-reqs: NUR 301. 

Open to general student population. 

Typically taught by many professors. 

Typically offered Fall. 

HIN 269 – Analysis and Action for Community Health 

Explores community-based health promotion and age-friendly approaches to public health. 

Pre-reqs: 30 college credits. 

Open to general student population. 

Typically taught by many professors. 

Typically offered Fall and Spring. 

HSA 325 – Nursing Home Administration 

Focuses on management and leadership of long-term care and residential care facilities. 

Pre-reqs: HSA 267 or faculty permission. 

Open to general student population. 

Typically taught by Stephen Katz. 

Typically offered Fall and Spring. 

BIO 340 – Human Body and Brain 

Explores cognition, brain function, and neurodegenerative disease across the lifespan. 

Pre-reqs: BIO 166 & BIO 167, and one BIO course at 200 level or above (NOT BIO 230). 

Open to general student population. 

Typically taught by Maryam Bamshad-alavi. 

Typically offered Spring. 

BIO 435 – Neurophysiology 

Examines neurological processes relevant to Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, and age-related cognitive decline. 

Pre-reqs: BIO 166 & 167, 228, and one BIO 200 level or above (not BIO 230) and CHE 234 & 235 

Open to general student population. 

Typically taught by Stephen Redenti. 

Typically offered Fall and Spring. 

BIO 333 – Endocrine Physiology 

Investigates hormonal changes associated with aging, including menopause and bone health. 

Pre-reqs: BIO 166 & 167, and one BIO 200 level or above (not BIO 230) 

Open to general student population. 

Typically taught by Maryam Bamshad-alavi. 

Typically offered Fall. 

EXS 326 – Exercise Testing and Prescription for General and Special Populations 

Focuses on exercise programming for special populations, including older adults. 

Pre-reqs: EXS 323. 

Open to general student population. 

Typically taught by many professors. 

Typically offered Fall and Spring. 

EXS 323 / EXS 423 – Exercise Physiology I & II 

Examines physiological adaptations to exercise and age-related changes in physical function. 

Pre-reqs for EXS 323: BIO 181 & 182, and EXS 264 

Pre-reqs for EXS 423: EXS 323 

Open to general student population. 

EXS 323 typically taught by Douglas Oberlin. 

EXS 423 typically taught by Ciaran Cribbs. 

Typically offered Fall and Spring. 

THR 325 – Recreational Therapy and Geriatrics 

Explores therapeutic recreation approaches that support health, engagement, and quality of life among older adults. 

Pre-reqs: N/A 

Open to general student population. 

Typically taught by Anne Pelisson. 

Typically offered Spring.

FCS 318 – Management of Housing for the Elderly 

Examines senior housing, aging in place, multigenerational households, and age-friendly communities. 

Pre-reqs: FCS 180 and Department permission 

FCS 316 – Home Management 

Addresses independent living, resource management, and support for older adults. 

FCS 307 – Family Relationships 

Explores intergenerational relationships, caregiving, and family support systems.