Master of Arts in Micronesian Studies
Master of Arts in Micronesian Studies
Master of Arts in Micronesian Studies
OBJECTIVES
The Master of Arts degree in Micronesian Studies provides students with an understanding of the Micronesian region-past and present-and prepares them in research methods that will stimulate new research and analysis of the region.
The Master of Arts degree in Micronesian Studies is an interdisciplinary program which involves cooperative effort on the part of the faculty of the Division of Humanistic Studies and the Division of Social and Behavioral Sciences of the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences; faculty of the Richard F. Taitano Micronesian Area Research Center, Learning Resources, and the Micronesian Language Institute of the Sponsored Programs and Research; and faculty of the School of Education. It is administered by the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences.
PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES
Every graduate course in the Micronesian Studies Program has learning goals and objectives toward which individual courses and the program in general strives to enable students to achieve. Students in the Master of Arts in Micronesian Studies program will successfully demonstrate mastery of the ability to:
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Compare and contrast the unique characteristics of the peoples, histories, geography, cultures, and political and social structures of Micronesia;
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Apply different theoretical and anlytical frameworks to the study of Micronesia with an emphasis on Micronesian indigenous epistemologies and perspectives;
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Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, theories and issues using an interdisciplinary approach to the study of the Micronesian region;
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Design original, independent research that makes a valuable contribution to the Micronesian region; and
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Integrate research with community engagement in service to the island communities in Micronesia.
| Program Learning Outcomes (PLO) | Institutional Graduate Learning Outcomes (IGLO) |
|---|---|
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PLO 1: Compare and contrast the unique characteristics of the peoples, histories, geography, cultures, and political ad social structures of Micronesia. |
IGLO 1: Demonstrate mastery of critical skills, theories, methodologies, and other content knowledge at a level that will enable them to address fudamental questions in their primary area of study |
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PLO 2: Apply different theoretical and analytical frameworks to the study of Micronesia with an emphasis on Micronesian indigenous epistemologies and perspectives.
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IGLO 1: Demonstrate mastery of critical skills, theories, methodologies, and other content knowledge at a level that will enable them to address fudamental questions in their primary area of study.
IGLO 2: Plan, conduct, and complete a significant research or creative project |
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PLO 3: Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, theories and issues using an interdisciplinary approach to the study of the Micronesian region.
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IGLO 1: Demonstrate mastery of critical skills, theories, methodologies, and other content knowledge at a level that will enable them to address fudamental questions in their primary area of study.
IGLO 3: Exercise oral and written communication skills sufficient to publish and present work in their field |
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PLO 4: Design original, independent research that makes a valuable contribution to the Micronesian region.
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IGLO 3: Exercise oral and written communication skills sufficient to publish and present work in their field
IGLO 4: Adhere to ethical principles of academia and their respective disciplines in coursework, fieldwork, and other appropriate situations |
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PLO 5: Integrate research with community engagement in service to the island communities in Micronesia.
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IGLO 5: Exemplify, through service, the value of their discipline to the academy and the community at large, interacting productively and professionally with people from diverse backgrounds |
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Degree students must meet the minimum admission requirements expected of all students,
as outlined in the Academic Regulations. Degree students must also have a basic knowledge
of Micronesia gained either by undergraduate coursework or
through relevant experience.
Degree students must also have a basic knowledge of Micronesia gained either by undergraduate coursework or through relevant experience.
Degree students must submit a personal statement in English of up to 1,000 words addressing the following:
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An autobiographical sketch outlining the applicant’s personal, professional, and academic experiences that have prepared her/him to pursue training in Micronesian Studies.
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A discussion of why the applicant is applying specifically to UOG’s Master of Arts in Micronesian Studies, highlighting aspects of the program which most attract her/him.
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A description of the research interest the applicant would like to explore and the academic and/or professional experiences that have most prepared her/him to study that topic.
MICRONESIAN STUDIES TRACKS
Students who are admitted into the Micronesian Studies Program must select a faculty advisor from the MSP who has expertise in their area of focus. The student will work with their advisor and advisory committee to develop the student's program in one of two tracks: research or professional. The track that is chosen will determine the student's capstone project.
RESEARCH TRACK
The purpose of the Research Track in Micronesian Studies is to develop expertise and knowledge about Micronesia, its peoples, issues, and topics. The intent is to prepare students who wish to pursue an advanced academic career and/or a doctoral degree in a related field. This track is also intended for those who wish to pursue a scientific or research career in which an advanced research background is desirable or necessary. For the research track, the capstone project requirement is a research thesis.
Students must prepare a proposal and have their advisory committee approve it before they can register for their capstone project. In conducting research and analyses for their thesis, the student is expected to complete at least 6 hours of thesis credit (MI-695).
PROFESSIONAL TRACK
The purpose of the Professional Track in Micronesian Studies is to provide training and experience in Micronesia and about its peoples, issues, and topics. The intent is to prepare professionals for positions in governmental and non-governmental organizations, businesses and education. For the professional track the student must complete a total of six internship credits. The professional track options require the same mastery, expertise and skills as those pursuing the academic track.
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
The Core Requirements: Pro-Seminar Courses
The Micronesian Studies Program is designed to provide students with expertise in knowledge about Micronesian People, Culture, Environment, Geography, History, Social Issues and Society. As such all students are required to take the "Pro-seminar courses". These courses include: MI-501 People and Cultures of Micronesia, MI-502 History of Micronesia, and MI-503 Contemporary Issues and Problems.
The Research Methodology Requirement
All students pursuing an M.A. in Micronesian Studies are also expected to develop expertise in conducting research and are subsequently required to take a research methods course applicable to their research interests.
The Elective Requirements
After the core requirements, each student must complete at least five elective courses (15 credit hours) related to his or her selected area of focus and agreed upon by his or her advisor. Elective courses should support the student’s proposed capstone project within either the research or professional track, as described above. If a student chooses to take additional electives, they may do so. However, they should consult with their advisor on this matter.
The Comprehensive Exam
All students pursuing an M.A. in Micronesian Studies will complete a Comprehensive Examination after they have finished all their course work. The Comprehensive Examination will test the student's mastery in the following areas: Micronesian People, Culture, Environment, Geography, History, Social Issues and Society. Students may also be tested in specific areas related to their area of focus in Micronesian Studies.
The Capstone Requirement
After the student has completed all of their course requirements and comprehensive exam, they are required to complete a thesis or internship. The nature of capstone project will be determined by the track the student is pursuing and must have the approval of their advisory committee.
The M.A. in Micronesian Studies Program is divided into five parts (as described above):
| Description | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
Core Requirements: Pro-Seminar Courses |
9 |
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Research Methodology Course Appropriate to the student’s area of research |
3 |
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Elective courses |
15 |
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Comprehensive Examination |
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Capstone |
6 |
| Total Credit Hours | 33 |
COURSE REQUIREMENTS (33 credit hours minimum)
Core Requirements: Pro-Seminar Courses (9 credit hours)
|
Course |
Course Title |
Credits |
Term Offered |
| MI501 | PEOPLES AND CULTURES OF MICRO + This course provides a comprehensive overview of the cultures and societies of the
Micronesian area. Prerequisite: Graduate Standing or Senior Level or Consent of Instructor.
|
3 credit hours | FALL ONLY/ALL YEARS |
| MI502 | HISTORY OF MICRONESIA + This course provides a comprehensive understanding of a thematic historical approach
of the Micronesian region. A critical examination of the various forms of historical
evidence, both indigenous and Western, pertaining to the region will be addressed.
Prerequisite: Graduate Standing or Senior Level or Consent of Instructor.
|
3 credit hours | SPRING ONLY/ALL YEARS |
| MI503 | CONTEMPORARY ISSUES AND PROBLEMS + This course provides an in-depth understanding of contemporary issues and problems
facing Micronesian society: economic development, political status and change, ethnicity
and population shift, resources and environment, social and health problems. Prerequisite:
Graduate Standing or Senior Level or Consent of instructor.
|
3 credit hours | SPRING ONLY/ALL YEARS |
Research Methodology Course (3 credit hours)
One course appropriate to student’s area of research to include MI-513, PY413G, or another research methodology course approved by the student's advisor.
|
Course |
Course Title |
Credits |
Term Offered |
| PY413G | RESEARCH METHODOLOGY IN THE BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES + This course is an in-depth study of the scientific research process, and an application
of its principles and techniques to proposing, designing, conducting and analyzing
original research. Students demonstrate mastery of APA style and deliver research
results orally and in written format. Prerequisites: PY101, PY210 and MA385 or MA-387/L.
Corequisite: PY413L
|
3 credit hours | FALL ONLY/ALL YEARS |
| MI513 | RESEARCH METHODOLOGY IN SOCIAL SCIENCES + This graduate course will cover a wide range of topics dealing with processes trends
and approaches to basic research methodologies and design found in the social sciences.
Thae focus of this graduate course will be on qualitative and quantitative research
methods and design. This course examins basic research methods, including causation,
research design, experimentaldesigns, sampling (simple random sampling, stratified
sampling, cluster sampling, etc.) data gathering techniques (survey, observation,
content analysis, and questionanaire design), data analysis, and interpretation of
research results. The ciurse covers the structuring of socialscience inquiry, cenceptualization,
operationalization, measurement, evaluation and presentation of research methods.
The focus of this course will be on research methods and design in relation to social
science research in the Micronesian Region.
|
3 credit hours | SPRING ONLY/ALL YEARS |
Electives (15 credit hours)
At least five courses selected with the approval of advisor
|
Course |
Course Title |
Credits |
Term Offered |
| SO405G | COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT + This course on Community Development at the University of Guam explores the values
of respect, compassion, and community rooted in Micronesia and in the broader context
of the Pacific Asia region. This course seeks to empower students to work for the
betterment of their communities. Students learn from and engage with local organizations
and participate in an international field school to Bali, Indonesia. Prerequisites:
SO101 and consent of instructor
|
4 credit hours | SPRING ONLY/ODD YEARS |
| PY413G | RESEARCH METHODOLOGY IN THE BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES + This course is an in-depth study of the scientific research process, and an application
of its principles and techniques to proposing, designing, conducting and analyzing
original research. Students demonstrate mastery of APA style and deliver research
results orally and in written format. Prerequisites: PY101, PY210 and MA385 or MA-387/L.
Corequisite: PY413L
|
3 credit hours | FALL ONLY/ALL YEARS |
| PY455G | PSYCHOLOGY OF WOMEN + This course offers a study of women through feminist scholarship and research. It
is designed to introduce students to the myriad factors influencing the development
of girls and women in a variety of cultures and societies, including Micronesia. Areas
covered include feminist scholarship and research; gender socialization, women's biology
and (mental) health; sexuality; victimization and abuse; work career, and power issues.
Prerequisite: PY101.
|
3 credit hours | SPRING ONLY/EVEN YEARS |
| PY502 | MICRONESIA AND MENTAL HEALTH + This course offers an examination of mental health services and problems in Micronesia.
Geography, political systems, health problems, peoples and cultures provide the context
for a detailed examination of mental health and social change concerns within our
region. Prevalence of psychiatric disorders within Micronesia, applications of psychological
interventions to regional concerns, and Micronesian perspectives toward psychology
are the primary focus of the course. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
|
3 credit hours | SPRING ONLY/ODD YEARS |
| BA710 | ADVANCE TOPICS IN INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS + This course offers students the opportunity to explore the workings of the international
business arena and to demonstrate an understanding of global markets as it relates
to their professional field through undertakings that encourage business system adaptation
to new environments. It further promotes the importance of ethical and socially responsible
decision making in different cultural settings.
|
3 credit hours | SUMMER/ALL YEARS |
| HI444G | MODERN PACIFIC HISTORY FROM 1850 TO THE PRESENT + This course covers colonial and post-colonial rule in the Pacific. Prerequisite: HI121
or HI122.
|
3 credit hours | SPRING ONLY/EVEN YEARS |
| HI450G | TOPICS IN PACIFIC HISTORY + This course is an intensive study of a specific topic or problem in Pacific History.
With different subject matter, this course may be taken more than once for credit.
Prerequisite: HI121 or HI122.
|
3 credit hours | SPRING ONLY/ALL YEARS |
| MI506 | PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY OF MICRONESIA + This course is a study of the origin and characteristics of the physical environments
and biogeography of Micronesia through an analysis of physical geographic elements,
their patterns of distribution, interrelationships, and problems. Prerequisites: Graduate
standing or senior level.
|
3 credit hours | FALL ONLY/EVEN YEARS |
| MI508 | MICRONESIAN PHILOSOPHY + This course examines the various approaches to philosophy found in Micronesia. Philosophy
is framed by historical and cultural conditions. This course will explicate the meaning
and significance of philosophical wisdom for the dominant cultures, past and present,
in Micronesia. Prerequisite: Graduate Standing.
|
3 credit hours | AS REQUIRED |
| MI510 | GOVERNANCE OF ISLAND POLITIES + This course is an analysis the challenges confronting government and political life
on Guam and other Pacific island polities, focusing on examples from Micronesia related
to post-colonial transition, globalization, economic strategies, globalization, cultural
preservation, and sustainability of island societies. Prerequisites: MI502 or consent
of instructor.
|
3 credit hours | SPRING ONLY/ODD YEARS |
| MI512 | GUAM/CHAMORRO STUDIES + This seminar is a historical analysis of Guam's colonial legacy and a critical examination
of major contemporary issues including Chamorro cultural survival, land, social and
economic development, political status, religion, and modern modes of scholarly inquiry
in Guam. This seminar presupposes introductory courses in the History of Guam (HI211)
or related disciplines such as Culture and Education in Guam (ED265); Government and
Politics of Guam (PS303); Introduction to Community Services on Guam (SW110).
|
3 credit hours | FALL ONLY/EVEN YEARS |
| MI514 | HEALTH AND HUMAN ADAPTATION IN MICRONESIA + Primarily rooted in medical anthropology, this course uses a multidisciplinary approach
to look at the status of health and human adaptation in Micronesia. By using specific
examples of disease patterns, adaptation is looked at as an evolutionary process as
well as synchronically. Strong emphasis is placed on the changing map of health and
disease, generally in the Pacific and specifically in the Micronesian Islands. Along
with medical anthropology, ideas and methods from related fields such as medical geography
and epidemiology have also been incorporated into course materials. Following a broad
overview of medical anthropology with introductions to its related fields, ideas and
concepts central to health and adaptation will be presented, followed by case studies
from Micronesia and the Pacific. Prerequisite: Graduate standing.
|
3 credit hours | SPRING ONLY/ODD YEARS |
| MI517 | CULTURAL ECOLOGY + Cultural ecology looks at the relationship between humans and their biotic and physical
environments. Using diachronic and comparative perspectives, this course will survey
the cultural ecology of Micronesian islanders. Particular attention will be given
to the following themes: history, theory, and methods of cultural ecology; comparison
of different approaches to the study of cultural adaptation; adaptation in permissive
and marginal environments; and culture change in spatial and temporal perspectives.
The format emphasizes seminar discussions and student presentations, but will also
include some lectures, slides, films and videos. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor,
MI501, MI502, or MI503.
|
3 credit hours | FALL ONLY/ODD YEARS |
| MI518 | RELIGION, MAGIC, AND MYTH IN MICRONESIA + This course surveys the traditional religions of Micronesia, with an emphasis on myth
and ritual. Analysis of select samples of traditional ritual and myth from primary
sources. Critical analysis is emphasized. Prerequisite: One proseminar course or consent
of instructor.
|
3 credit hours | AS REQUIRED |
| MI520 | ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND CHANGE IN MICRONESIA + The seminar provides an overview of Micronesian economic systems past and present;
focus is on the present as the new nations confront the need to develop market-based
economies within a global context of diminishing resources and soaring populations.
|
3 credit hours | FALL ONLY/ODD YEARS |
| MI599A | READINGS IN MICRONESIAN STUDIES + This course provides students an initial opportunity to explore, via a schedule of
in-depth readings, a range of topics and issues in cultural ecology and resource management;
human services and community health; social, political, and economic issues; and culture,
history, language, and the arts. Prerequisite: MI501, 502, 503 and consent of instructor.
|
3 credit hours | FALL/SPRING/ALL YEARS |
| MI599B | READINGS IN MICRONESIAN STUDIES + This course provides students an initial opportunity to explore, via a schedule of
in-depth readings, a range of topics and issues in cultural ecology and resource management;
human services and community health; social, political, and economic issues; and culture,
history, language, and the arts. Prerequisite: MI501, 502, 503 and consent of instructor.
|
3 credit hours | FALL/SPRING/ALL YEARS |
| MI599C | READINGS IN MICRONESIAN STUDIES + This course provides students an initial opportunity to explore, via a schedule of
in-depth readings, a range of topics and issues in cultural ecology and resource management;
human services and community health; social, political, and economic issues; and culture,
history, language, and the arts. Prerequisite: MI501, 502, 503 and consent of instructor.
|
3 credit hours | FALL/SPRING/ALL YEARS |
| MI599D | READINGS IN MICRONESIAN STUDIES + This course provides students an initial opportunity to explore, via a schedule of
in-depth readings, a range of topics and issues in cultural ecology and resource management;
human services and community health; social, political, and economic issues; and culture,
history, language, and the arts. Prerequisite: MI501, 502, 503 and consent of instructor.
|
3 credit hours | FALL/SPRING/ALL YEARS |
| MI691A | SEMINAR IN MICRONESIAN STUDIES + This course provides students an opportunity to pursue in-depth reading and individualized
or small group research projects on selected topics in cultural ecology and resource
management; human services and community health; social, political, and economic issues;
and culture, history, language, and the arts. Prerequisite: MI501, 502, 503, 599.
|
1 - 3 credit hours | FALL/SPRING/ALL YEARS |
| MI691B | SEMINAR IN MICRONESIAN STUDIES + This course provides students an opportunity to pursue in-depth reading and individualized
or small group research projects on selected topics in cultural ecology and resource
management; human services and community health; social, political, and economic issues;
and culture, history, language, and the arts. Prerequisite: MI501, 502, 503, 599.
|
1 - 3 credit hours | FALL/SPRING/ALL YEARS |
| MI691C | SEMINAR IN MICRONESIAN STUDIES + This course provides students an opportunity to pursue in-depth reading and individualized
or small group research projects on selected topics in cultural ecology and resource
management; human services and community health; social, political, and economic issues;
and culture, history, language, and the arts. Prerequisite: MI501, 502, 503, 599.
|
1 - 3 credit hours | FALL/SPRING/ALL YEARS |
| MI691D | SEMINAR IN MICRONESIAN STUDIES + This course provides students an opportunity to pursue in-depth reading and individualized
or small group research projects on selected topics in cultural ecology and resource
management; human services and community health; social, political, and economic issues;
and culture, history, language, and the arts. Prerequisite: MI501, 502, 503, 599.
|
1 - 3 credit hours | FALL/SPRING/ALL YEARS |
| MI698 | INTERNSHIP + This course provides students with opportunity to gain practical skills in which the
Micronesian Studies content knowledge prepares students. Six credits of internship
and an accompanying report satisfy the capstone requirement for the Professional Track
of the Micronesian Studies Program. With consent of the student's advisor, an internship
may also serve as an elective in the Thesis Track of the Micronesian Studies Program.
Sudents may repeat this course up to 9 credits. Pre-requisites: MI-501, MI-502, MI-503,
and instructor's consent.
|
1 - 9 credit hours | FALL/SPRING/ALL YEARS |
NOTE:
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Either AN-405G or SO-405G may be taken, but not both.
- If PY-413G is taken to satisfy the research methodology course, it cannot be used to satisfy an elective.
- With consent of the advisor, a student can take 1-3 credits of MI-698 as an elective outside of the capstone requirement.
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A student cannot not take more than 9 credit hours of “G” courses.
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MI-599A~D & MI-691A~D may be taken more than once for credit provided that the topics are substantially different.
Capstone Project (6 credit hours)
One capstone project appropriate to the student's chosen track
|
Course |
Course Title |
Credits |
Term Offered |
| MI695 | THESIS + Prerequisite: Consent of Instructor, completed Form A and successful completion of
Comprehensive Examination.
|
1 - 3 credit hours | FALL/SPRING/ALL YEARS |
| MI698 | INTERNSHIP + This course provides students with opportunity to gain practical skills in which the
Micronesian Studies content knowledge prepares students. Six credits of internship
and an accompanying report satisfy the capstone requirement for the Professional Track
of the Micronesian Studies Program. With consent of the student's advisor, an internship
may also serve as an elective in the Thesis Track of the Micronesian Studies Program.
Sudents may repeat this course up to 9 credits. Pre-requisites: MI-501, MI-502, MI-503,
and instructor's consent.
|
1 - 9 credit hours | FALL/SPRING/ALL YEARS |
GRADUATE CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENTS
The Graduate Certificate in Micronesian Studies gives academic recognition to students who have successfully completed the three required courses in the Micronesian Studies M.A. Degree Program, two elective courses selected by the student and the comprehensive exam in Micronesian Studies. The Graduate Certificate in Micronesian Studies is designed as a 15-credit, one-year program, and may be taken concurrently with other graduate programs at the University of Guam. The objective of the Graduate Certificate in Micronesian Studies is to offer a concentrated program of Micronesian Studies courses within a limited time period, appropriate to academics and professionals who desire a graduate-level comprehensive overview of the cultures, histories, and contemporary issues of the Micronesian area.
The Graduate Certificate in Micronesian Studies is divided into three parts (as described above):
| Description | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
Core Requirements: Pro-Seminar Courses |
9 |
|
Elective courses |
6 |
|
Comprehensive Examination |
|
| Total Credit Hours | 15 |
COURSE REQUIREMENTS (15 credit hours)
Core Requirements: Pro-Seminar Courses (9 credit hours)
|
Course |
Course Title |
Credits |
Term Offered |
| MI501 | PEOPLES AND CULTURES OF MICRO + This course provides a comprehensive overview of the cultures and societies of the
Micronesian area. Prerequisite: Graduate Standing or Senior Level or Consent of Instructor.
|
3 credit hours | FALL ONLY/ALL YEARS |
| MI502 | HISTORY OF MICRONESIA + This course provides a comprehensive understanding of a thematic historical approach
of the Micronesian region. A critical examination of the various forms of historical
evidence, both indigenous and Western, pertaining to the region will be addressed.
Prerequisite: Graduate Standing or Senior Level or Consent of Instructor.
|
3 credit hours | SPRING ONLY/ALL YEARS |
| MI503 | CONTEMPORARY ISSUES AND PROBLEMS + This course provides an in-depth understanding of contemporary issues and problems
facing Micronesian society: economic development, political status and change, ethnicity
and population shift, resources and environment, social and health problems. Prerequisite:
Graduate Standing or Senior Level or Consent of instructor.
|
3 credit hours | SPRING ONLY/ALL YEARS |
Electives (6 credit hours)
At least two courses selected with the approval of advisor
|
Course |
Course Title |
Credits |
Term Offered |
| SO405G | COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT + This course on Community Development at the University of Guam explores the values
of respect, compassion, and community rooted in Micronesia and in the broader context
of the Pacific Asia region. This course seeks to empower students to work for the
betterment of their communities. Students learn from and engage with local organizations
and participate in an international field school to Bali, Indonesia. Prerequisites:
SO101 and consent of instructor
|
4 credit hours | SPRING ONLY/ODD YEARS |
| BA710 | ADVANCE TOPICS IN INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS + This course offers students the opportunity to explore the workings of the international
business arena and to demonstrate an understanding of global markets as it relates
to their professional field through undertakings that encourage business system adaptation
to new environments. It further promotes the importance of ethical and socially responsible
decision making in different cultural settings.
|
3 credit hours | SUMMER/ALL YEARS |
| HI444G | MODERN PACIFIC HISTORY FROM 1850 TO THE PRESENT + This course covers colonial and post-colonial rule in the Pacific. Prerequisite: HI121
or HI122.
|
3 credit hours | SPRING ONLY/EVEN YEARS |
| HI450G | TOPICS IN PACIFIC HISTORY + This course is an intensive study of a specific topic or problem in Pacific History.
With different subject matter, this course may be taken more than once for credit.
Prerequisite: HI121 or HI122.
|
3 credit hours | SPRING ONLY/ALL YEARS |
| MI506 | PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY OF MICRONESIA + This course is a study of the origin and characteristics of the physical environments
and biogeography of Micronesia through an analysis of physical geographic elements,
their patterns of distribution, interrelationships, and problems. Prerequisites: Graduate
standing or senior level.
|
3 credit hours | FALL ONLY/EVEN YEARS |
| MI508 | MICRONESIAN PHILOSOPHY + This course examines the various approaches to philosophy found in Micronesia. Philosophy
is framed by historical and cultural conditions. This course will explicate the meaning
and significance of philosophical wisdom for the dominant cultures, past and present,
in Micronesia. Prerequisite: Graduate Standing.
|
3 credit hours | AS REQUIRED |
| MI510 | GOVERNANCE OF ISLAND POLITIES + This course is an analysis the challenges confronting government and political life
on Guam and other Pacific island polities, focusing on examples from Micronesia related
to post-colonial transition, globalization, economic strategies, globalization, cultural
preservation, and sustainability of island societies. Prerequisites: MI502 or consent
of instructor.
|
3 credit hours | SPRING ONLY/ODD YEARS |
| MI512 | GUAM/CHAMORRO STUDIES + This seminar is a historical analysis of Guam's colonial legacy and a critical examination
of major contemporary issues including Chamorro cultural survival, land, social and
economic development, political status, religion, and modern modes of scholarly inquiry
in Guam. This seminar presupposes introductory courses in the History of Guam (HI211)
or related disciplines such as Culture and Education in Guam (ED265); Government and
Politics of Guam (PS303); Introduction to Community Services on Guam (SW110).
|
3 credit hours | FALL ONLY/EVEN YEARS |
| MI513 | RESEARCH METHODOLOGY IN SOCIAL SCIENCES + This graduate course will cover a wide range of topics dealing with processes trends
and approaches to basic research methodologies and design found in the social sciences.
Thae focus of this graduate course will be on qualitative and quantitative research
methods and design. This course examins basic research methods, including causation,
research design, experimentaldesigns, sampling (simple random sampling, stratified
sampling, cluster sampling, etc.) data gathering techniques (survey, observation,
content analysis, and questionanaire design), data analysis, and interpretation of
research results. The ciurse covers the structuring of socialscience inquiry, cenceptualization,
operationalization, measurement, evaluation and presentation of research methods.
The focus of this course will be on research methods and design in relation to social
science research in the Micronesian Region.
|
3 credit hours | SPRING ONLY/ALL YEARS |
| MI514 | HEALTH AND HUMAN ADAPTATION IN MICRONESIA + Primarily rooted in medical anthropology, this course uses a multidisciplinary approach
to look at the status of health and human adaptation in Micronesia. By using specific
examples of disease patterns, adaptation is looked at as an evolutionary process as
well as synchronically. Strong emphasis is placed on the changing map of health and
disease, generally in the Pacific and specifically in the Micronesian Islands. Along
with medical anthropology, ideas and methods from related fields such as medical geography
and epidemiology have also been incorporated into course materials. Following a broad
overview of medical anthropology with introductions to its related fields, ideas and
concepts central to health and adaptation will be presented, followed by case studies
from Micronesia and the Pacific. Prerequisite: Graduate standing.
|
3 credit hours | SPRING ONLY/ODD YEARS |
| MI517 | CULTURAL ECOLOGY + Cultural ecology looks at the relationship between humans and their biotic and physical
environments. Using diachronic and comparative perspectives, this course will survey
the cultural ecology of Micronesian islanders. Particular attention will be given
to the following themes: history, theory, and methods of cultural ecology; comparison
of different approaches to the study of cultural adaptation; adaptation in permissive
and marginal environments; and culture change in spatial and temporal perspectives.
The format emphasizes seminar discussions and student presentations, but will also
include some lectures, slides, films and videos. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor,
MI501, MI502, or MI503.
|
3 credit hours | FALL ONLY/ODD YEARS |
| MI518 | RELIGION, MAGIC, AND MYTH IN MICRONESIA + This course surveys the traditional religions of Micronesia, with an emphasis on myth
and ritual. Analysis of select samples of traditional ritual and myth from primary
sources. Critical analysis is emphasized. Prerequisite: One proseminar course or consent
of instructor.
|
3 credit hours | AS REQUIRED |
| MI520 | ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND CHANGE IN MICRONESIA + The seminar provides an overview of Micronesian economic systems past and present;
focus is on the present as the new nations confront the need to develop market-based
economies within a global context of diminishing resources and soaring populations.
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3 credit hours | FALL ONLY/ODD YEARS |
| MI599A | READINGS IN MICRONESIAN STUDIES + This course provides students an initial opportunity to explore, via a schedule of
in-depth readings, a range of topics and issues in cultural ecology and resource management;
human services and community health; social, political, and economic issues; and culture,
history, language, and the arts. Prerequisite: MI501, 502, 503 and consent of instructor.
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3 credit hours | FALL/SPRING/ALL YEARS |
| MI599B | READINGS IN MICRONESIAN STUDIES + This course provides students an initial opportunity to explore, via a schedule of
in-depth readings, a range of topics and issues in cultural ecology and resource management;
human services and community health; social, political, and economic issues; and culture,
history, language, and the arts. Prerequisite: MI501, 502, 503 and consent of instructor.
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3 credit hours | FALL/SPRING/ALL YEARS |
| MI599C | READINGS IN MICRONESIAN STUDIES + This course provides students an initial opportunity to explore, via a schedule of
in-depth readings, a range of topics and issues in cultural ecology and resource management;
human services and community health; social, political, and economic issues; and culture,
history, language, and the arts. Prerequisite: MI501, 502, 503 and consent of instructor.
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3 credit hours | FALL/SPRING/ALL YEARS |
| MI599D | READINGS IN MICRONESIAN STUDIES + This course provides students an initial opportunity to explore, via a schedule of
in-depth readings, a range of topics and issues in cultural ecology and resource management;
human services and community health; social, political, and economic issues; and culture,
history, language, and the arts. Prerequisite: MI501, 502, 503 and consent of instructor.
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3 credit hours | FALL/SPRING/ALL YEARS |
| MI691A | SEMINAR IN MICRONESIAN STUDIES + This course provides students an opportunity to pursue in-depth reading and individualized
or small group research projects on selected topics in cultural ecology and resource
management; human services and community health; social, political, and economic issues;
and culture, history, language, and the arts. Prerequisite: MI501, 502, 503, 599.
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1 - 3 credit hours | FALL/SPRING/ALL YEARS |
| MI691B | SEMINAR IN MICRONESIAN STUDIES + This course provides students an opportunity to pursue in-depth reading and individualized
or small group research projects on selected topics in cultural ecology and resource
management; human services and community health; social, political, and economic issues;
and culture, history, language, and the arts. Prerequisite: MI501, 502, 503, 599.
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1 - 3 credit hours | FALL/SPRING/ALL YEARS |
| MI691C | SEMINAR IN MICRONESIAN STUDIES + This course provides students an opportunity to pursue in-depth reading and individualized
or small group research projects on selected topics in cultural ecology and resource
management; human services and community health; social, political, and economic issues;
and culture, history, language, and the arts. Prerequisite: MI501, 502, 503, 599.
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1 - 3 credit hours | FALL/SPRING/ALL YEARS |
| MI691D | SEMINAR IN MICRONESIAN STUDIES + This course provides students an opportunity to pursue in-depth reading and individualized
or small group research projects on selected topics in cultural ecology and resource
management; human services and community health; social, political, and economic issues;
and culture, history, language, and the arts. Prerequisite: MI501, 502, 503, 599.
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1 - 3 credit hours | FALL/SPRING/ALL YEARS |
| PY413G | RESEARCH METHODOLOGY IN THE BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES + This course is an in-depth study of the scientific research process, and an application
of its principles and techniques to proposing, designing, conducting and analyzing
original research. Students demonstrate mastery of APA style and deliver research
results orally and in written format. Prerequisites: PY101, PY210 and MA385 or MA-387/L.
Corequisite: PY413L
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3 credit hours | FALL ONLY/ALL YEARS |
| PY455G | PSYCHOLOGY OF WOMEN + This course offers a study of women through feminist scholarship and research. It
is designed to introduce students to the myriad factors influencing the development
of girls and women in a variety of cultures and societies, including Micronesia. Areas
covered include feminist scholarship and research; gender socialization, women's biology
and (mental) health; sexuality; victimization and abuse; work career, and power issues.
Prerequisite: PY101.
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3 credit hours | SPRING ONLY/EVEN YEARS |
| PY502 | MICRONESIA AND MENTAL HEALTH + This course offers an examination of mental health services and problems in Micronesia.
Geography, political systems, health problems, peoples and cultures provide the context
for a detailed examination of mental health and social change concerns within our
region. Prevalence of psychiatric disorders within Micronesia, applications of psychological
interventions to regional concerns, and Micronesian perspectives toward psychology
are the primary focus of the course. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
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3 credit hours | SPRING ONLY/ODD YEARS |
NOTE:
- Either AN-405G or SO-405G may be taken, but not both.
- MI-599A~D & MI-691A~D may be taken more than once for credit provided that the topics are substantially different.
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