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Course Descriptions

 

Theatre
  

  • THR 395 - Theatre Practicum 3

    1 credits
    Credit is earned through significant involvement in an acting role or staff position for a WLC Theatre Department producation and documentation of a professional process. Roles/positions are designated by faculty as approved practicum opportunities for a given production. If THR 195  and THR 295  were in the same position (i.e. acting) this practicum must be in a different production position.
    Prerequisite(s): THR 295  
  

  • THR 404 - Senior Capstone in Theatre

    3 credits
    Students demonstrate their competence in three culminating components: (1.) students undertake and present a major project (approved by the faculty) which exhibits an appropriate synthesis of their course and production experiences as well as their vocational expectations; (2) students offer a professional presentation of their preparedness to enter a vocation in theatre (or related field) as a Christian leader; and (3) students complete a comprehensive oral exam based on the theatre core curriculum and supplemental reading list. Faculty and guest respondents may be utilized.
    Prerequisite(s): Theatre major or minor with senior status
  

  • THR 411 - Peformance Studio 2

    3 credits
    Running concurrently and in the same classroom as THR 311 - Performance Studio I, this course will review and build upon the principles of directing in the theatre learned in THR 311 in the first part of the semester. The second part of the semester will consist of students creating an in-course theatre company, consisting of a director, performers, and a possible design team. Company roles will be determined by each student’s area focus. Coursework will culminate in a public performance. Outside reading, writing, and rehearsing will be required.
    Prerequisite(s): THR 311  
  

  • THR 430 - Methods of Teaching Theatre

    2 credits
    A study of the special problems that face the teacher of theatre. Includes special attention to the development and criticism of theatre class assignments, the operation and organization of a school theatre program, and the selection and production of dramatic activities at the elementary and secondary levels in both public and parochial settings . Open to theatre majors or minors in secondary education certification programs.
    Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education and senior staus.
  

  • THR 490 - Theatre Internship

    Variable credits
    By arrangement with department.

Theology
  

  • THE x91 - Special Topics

    Variable credits
    Term Offered: See department chair
  

  • THE x99 - Independent Study

    Variable credits
    By arrangement with department.
    Term Offered: See department chair
  

  • THE 105 - Introduction to Scripture

    3 credits
    An introduction to Christian theology in the confessional Lutheran tradition which provides a working knowledge of the themes, history, key figures, and the salvation story in the Old and New Testaments, as well as the basic teachings of the Christian faith.
    Prerequisite(s): Admission by placement
    Term Offered: Every semester
    General Education: Meets the 100-level Lutheran Theology general education requirement.
  

  • THE 110 - Introduction to Theology

    3 credits
    A study of the basic principles of Christian Theology in the confessional Lutheran tradition, including surveys of biblical, historical, systematic, and applied theology.
    Prerequisite(s): Admission by placement
    Term Offered: Every semester
    General Education: Meets the 100-level Lutheran Theology general education requirement.
  

  • THE 220 - The Old Testament

    3 credits
    A study of the history of God’s people before the time of Christ by means of a thorough investigation of the historical books of the Old Testament, together with an introductory overview of other types of Old Testament literature.
    Prerequisite(s): THE 100  , THE 105  , or THE 110  or by permission of instructor
  

  • THE 221 - The Book of Genesis

    3 credits
    An in-depth study of the first book of the Bible as a foundation for Old Testament history and biblical theology. Primary emphasis on God’s saving activity on behalf of the pirmeval human race. Patriarchal personalities will be examined, theological themes explored, and comparative ancient history and culture discussed.
    Prerequisite(s): THE 100  , THE 105  , or THE 110  or by permission of instructor
    Term Offered: Fall semester
    General Education: Meets the Biblical Theology general education requirement.
  

  • THE 225 - History of Israel

    3 credits
    A study of the historical books of the Old Testament, with special attention to the formation of the nation of Israel. Major Old testament themes will be explored and examined, particularly the development of Israel’s Messianic expectations.
    Prerequisite(s): THE 100  , THE 105  , or THE 110  or by permission of instructor
    Term Offered: Spring semester
    General Education: Meets the Biblical Theology general education requirement and the Intercultural Knowledge and Competence requirement.
  

  • THE 227 - Old Testament Poetry and Wisdom Literature

    3 credits
    A study of Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and the Song of Songs. Focus on the form of Hebrew poetry, its meaning and usage among God’s Old Testament people, and its continued value for God’s New Testament people.
    Prerequisite(s): THE 100  , THE 105  , or THE 110  or by permission of instructor
    Term Offered: Odd spring semesters
    General Education: Meets the Biblical Theology general education requirement.
  

  • THE 228 - Old Testament Prophets

    3 credits
    A study of the major and minor prophets of the Old Testament, with special emphasis on the meaning of prophecy among God’s Old Testament people, the fulfillment of prophecy in Jesus Christ, and the application of prohetic truths for church and society.
    Prerequisite(s): THE 100  , THE 105  , or THE 110  or by permission of instructor
    Term Offered: Even spring semesters
    General Education: Meets the Biblical Theology general education requirement.
  

  • THE 229 - The Literature of the Intertestamental Period

    3 credits
    Selected readings in non-canonical Jewish literature during the so-called “silent years” between the end of the Old Testament and the birth of Jesus Christ. Attention will be given to global history during this period, the development of first century Judaism, and Messianic expectations in Israel up to the time of Christ.
    Prerequisite(s): THE 100  , THE 105  , or THE 110  or by permission of instructor
  

  • THE 230 - The New Testament

    3 credits
    A study of the life and work of Jesus Christ as well as the development of the early New Testament church. Representative readings in the Gospels, the New Testament letters and the Revelation provide a framework for understanding God’s New Testament message.
    Prerequisite(s): THE 100  , THE 105  , or THE 110  or by permission of instructor
    Term Offered: Every semester
    General Education: Meets the Biblical Theology general education requirement.
  

  • THE 231 - The Life of Christ

    3 credits
    A study of the birth, ministry, suffering, death, resurrection and exaltation fo our Lord as revealed in the Gospels. Special attention given to current critical theories of the Gospel’s origins, detailed study of Jesus’ teaching, parables, miracles, and Passion history, together with an evaluation of contemporary estimates of the personality and significance of Jesus.
    Prerequisite(s): THE 100  , THE 105  , or THE 110  or by permission of instructor
    Term Offered: Fall semester
  

  • THE 234 - Pauline Epistles

    3 credits
    The historical development, doctrinal teachings, and practical application contained in Paul’s letters to the Corinthians, Galatians, Thessalonians as well as the prison epistles (Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians, Philemon).
    Prerequisite(s): THE 100  , THE 105  , or THE 110  or by permission of instructor
    Term Offered: Fall semester
    General Education: Meets the Biblical Theology general education requirement.
  

  • THE 235 - Romans

    3 credits
    An in-depth study of Paul’s epistle to the Romans, focusing thematic emphasis on sin and grace in the life of the Christian, justication by faith, and Christian liberty.
    Prerequisite(s): THE 100  , THE 105  , or THE 110  or by permission of instructor
    Term Offered: Spring semester
    General Education: Meets the Biblical Theology general education requirement.
  

  • THE 238 - Hebrews and the General Epistles

    3 credits
    The historical development, doctrinal thruths, and practical applications contained in the pastoral epistles (1 and 2 Timothy, Titus) and the cathoic epistles (Hebrews, James, 1 and 2 Peter, 1, 2, and 3 John, Jude).
    Prerequisite(s): THE 100  , THE 105  , or THE 110  or by permission of instructor
    Term Offered: Rotational basis
    General Education: Meets the Biblical Theology general education requirement.
  

  • THE 239 - The Book of Revelation and Apocalyptic Literature

    3 credits
    A study of the apocalyptic portions of Ezekiel, Daniel, and selected sections of non-canonical apocalyptic literature. Primary emphasis on the Revelation to John.
    Prerequisite(s): THE 100  , THE 105  , or THE 110  or by permission of instructor
    Term Offered: Rotational basis
    General Education: Meets the Biblical Theology general education requirement.
  

  • THE 301 - Ethics

    3 credits
    Ethics examines the why behind what we value, do, and hold as rules or standards. From Plato and Aristotle to Nietzsche and Sartre, this course first investigates how ethical thought has developed throughout history. Careful attention is then also given to biblical ethics and the ethics of Martin Luther. Finally, the course engages contemporary ethical issues in areas such as medicine, business, economics, religion, sexuality, and politics, among others.
    Prerequisite(s): THE 100 , THE 105 , or THE 110 ; PHI 101  also recommended.
    Term Offered: Every spring
    General Education: Meets the Applied Theology general education requirement.
  

  • THE 311 - Christian Faith and Life

    3 credits
    A biblical study of the Christian’s relationship with God, self, and others, with a particular focus on the ministry and fellowship of Christians gathered to be Christ’s church. Biblical leadership, spiritual gifts, courtship and marriage, 21st century parish life and bioethics are the thematic emphases.
    Prerequisite(s): THE 100  , THE 105  , or THE 110  or by permission of instructor
    Term Offered: Fall semester
    General Education: Meets the Applied Theology general education requirement.
  

  • THE 312 - Theology of Christian Worship

    3 credits
    An examination of the theology and practice of worship in the light of the Lutheran Confessions and history of Christian worship.
    Prerequisite(s): THE 100  , THE 105  , or THE 110  or by permission of instructor
    Term Offered: Spring semester
    General Education: Meets the Applied Theology general education requirement.
  

  • THE 321 - Religion in America

    3 credits
    An examination of the major Christian denominations, religious movements and non-Christian cults in the United States. Subject material will be studied for its historical development, distinctive doctrinal characteristics, and impact on American history and culture. Contemporary religious issues will be analyzed and evaluated from a confessional Lutheran perspective.
    Prerequisite(s): THE 100  , THE 105  , or THE 110  or by permission of instructor
    Term Offered: Rotational basis
    General Education: Meets the Systematic Theology general education requirement and the Intercultural Knowledge and Competence requirement.
  

  • THE 331 - Introduction to World Religions

    3 credits
    Historical background on the life and teachings of the founders, major beliefs and ritual practices of the major world religions, as well as critical religious and ethical issues facing each religious system at the present. Material will be analyzed and evaluated from a confessional Lutheran perspective.
    Prerequisite(s): THE 100  , THE 105  , or THE 110  or by permission of instructor; Junior standing recommended
    Term Offered: Rotational basis
    General Education: Meets the Applied Theology general education requirement and the Intercultural Knowledge and Competence requirement.
  

  • THE 332 - Christ and Culture

    3 credits
    Students will apply Christian theology to a variety of religious, societal, and cultural issues and challenges. A broad range of topics will be engaged through a biblical lens, such as politics, aesthetics, human value and rights, stewardship of creation, and media. The course will rely heavily on dialogue and discussion, focusing especially on tension points in our life together with our neighbor, both Christian and non-Christian.
    Prerequisite(s): THE 100  , THE 105  , or THE 110  or by permission of instructor; Junior standing recommended
    Term Offered: Every semester
    General Education: Meets the Applied Theology general education requirement and the Intercultural Knowledge and Competence requirement.
  

  • THE 350 - Archaeology and the Biblical World

    3 credits
    An introduction to the terminology, methodology, extent and outcomes of modern Middle Eastern archaeology. The course will survey the significance as well as the limitations of archaeology for providing source material for the reconstruction of the history, sociopolitical structures and religious thought of the biblical world.
    Prerequisite(s): THE 100  , THE 105  , or THE 110  or by permission of instructor
    General Education: Meets the Applied Theology general education requirement.
  

  • THE 401 - Basic Teachings of the Bible 1

    3 credits
    A study of those truths which the Bible, as the divinely inspired source of doctrine, presents concerning the Holy Scriptures, God, creation, providence, angels, man, law, sin, and salvation by grace.
    Prerequisite(s): THE 100  , THE 105  , or THE 110  or by permission of instructor
    Term Offered: Fall semester
    General Education: Meets the Systematic Theology general education requirement.
  

  • THE 402 - Basic Teachings of the Bible 2

    3 credits
    A continuation of THE 401 , treating salvation by grace, sanctification, the means of grace, the Church, the ministry of the church, chruch fellowship, marriage, church and state, and the end of the world.
    Prerequisite(s): THE 100  , THE 105  , or THE 110  or by permission of instructor
    Term Offered: Spring semester
    General Education: Meets the Systematic Theology general education requirement.
  

  • THE 411 - Lutheran Confessions

    3 credits
    A study of the origin, content, and significance of the nine confessional writings of the Lutheran Church as contained in the Book of Concord. Emphasis on the Augsburg Confession and the Apology.
    Prerequisite(s): THE 100  , THE 105  , or THE 110  or by permission of instructor; Junior standing recommended
    Term Offered: Fall semester
    General Education: Meets the Systematic Theology general education requirement.
  

  • THE 441 - History of Christianity

    3 credits
    A survey of the development of Christianity from its origins to the present. Focusing on the response of Christianity to the internal and external challenges, and the influence of the church in the world.
    Prerequisite(s): THE 100  , THE 105  , or THE 110  or by permission of instructor
    Term Offered: Spring semester
    General Education: Meets the Systematic Theology general education requirement.
  

  • THE 442 - History of the Reformations

    3 credits
    A study of the Conservative, Radical, and Catholic Reformations and their impact on European society, with special concentration on Luther and other major figures. This course is cross-listed as HIS 311. Only HIS 311 or THE 442 may be taken for credit, not both.
    Prerequisite(s): THE 100  , THE 105  , or THE 110  or by permission of instructor; Junior standing recommended
    Term Offered: Rotational basis
    General Education: Meets the Systematic Theology general education requirement.
  

  • THE 461 - Thought and Life of Martin Luther

    3 credits
    A seminar study of the life and major theological writings of Martin Luther. Special emphasis will be given to Luther’s historical-theological context and formation and to his major Reformation writings.
    Prerequisite(s): THE 100  , THE 105  , or THE 110  or by permission of instructor; Junior standing recommended
    Term Offered: Fall semester
    General Education: Meets the Systematic Theology general education requirement.
  

  • THE 480 - Theology Colloquium

    3 credits
    This capstone course provides theology majors with an opportunity to reflect on their theological training by conducting research on a specific topic in the discipline of theology under the supervision of their major advisor. Students will summarize their research in the form of a written thesis, and will present and defend the thesis publicly.
    Term Offered: See department chair
  

  • THE 490 - Theology Internship

    Variable credits
    By arrangement with department.
    Term Offered: See department chair
 

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