FIG #15 Marketing for Social Change
A practice that proposes that marketing strategies and tactics can be used as an effective consumer-oriented approach to promoting change and improved well-being for individuals, communities, the environment via the offerings of companies and organizations. In this cluster we will examine the roles of company, consumer, producer, influencer and evangelist. Exploring the notion that marketing as a discipline can be used to generate significant societal and behavioral change.
| Course | Schedule | CRN | Credits | GUR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Economics 101: Markets and Society | MW 12:00 PM - 1:50 PM | 42654 | 4 | Social Sciences (SSC) |
| Psychology 101: Intro to Psych | MWF 10:00 AM - 11:20 AM | 42655 | 5 | Social Sciences (SSC) |
| Seminar 101: Perspectives on Learning | MW 9:00 AM - 9:50 AM | 41347 | 2 |
Course Details
Schedule
MW 12:00 PM - 1:50 PM
Description
Instructor: Shawn Knabb
An introduction to the U.S. economy and its role in the world economy. Analysis of current economic controversies at home and abroad. Issues may include overall economic performance, problems of hunger and poverty, and the issues of economic insecurity, inequality, and sustainability. The course will examine the emergence of globalization and regionalism, and their implications for the workers and the environment.
| CRN | Credits | GUR Entity |
|---|---|---|
| 42654 | 4 | Social Sciences (SSC) |
Schedule
MWF 10:00 AM - 11:20 AM
Description
Instructor: Larry Symons
Examination of basic psychological processes utilizing results of research investigations: participation in at least two experiments or equivalent activities is expected.
| CRN | Credits | GUR Entity |
|---|---|---|
| 42655 | 5 | Social Sciences (SSC) |
Schedule
MW 9:00 AM - 9:50 AM
Description
Instructor: Meg Weber
An introductory seminar offering an exploration of academic content and essential questions within the liberal arts and sciences tradition. Includes embedded instruction in academic skills and use of campus resources pertinent to exploration of the FIG cluster theme. Concludes in a formal paper or academic presentation. FIG seminars are linked to FIG clusters or GUR strands. Repeatable under different topics.
| CRN | Credits | GUR Entity |
|---|---|---|
| 41347 | 2 |
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