ICS (Intercultural Studies)
ICS 1511 Introduction to Walton Scholarship
One hour
Preparation for incoming freshmen in the Walton International Scholarship Program (WISP). A foundation for success at JBU is laid by helping students understand the WISP's goals and gain skills needed for a successful college career.
Offered fall semester
ICS 2113 Intercultural Communications
Three hours
A study of the process of interpersonal communications in one's own culture and the principles of effective communication within another cultural context. Attention is given to values, ethnocentricity, nonverbal communication, and change.
Offered spring semester
ICS 2991, 2993 Study Abroad Experience
One or three hours
A study of a particular non-U.S. region or culture that includes a minimum four-week immersion experience in that region or culture. Meets the Global Studies requirement of the Core Curriculum.
Offered upon sufficient request
ICS 3133 Cultural Research Methods
Three hours
A study of the stages of field research, data-gathering techniques, participant observation, interviewing, census, mapping, document analysis, and trends in ethnographic research. Prerequisite: ICS 2113 or SST 2123.
Offered spring semester (odd-numbered years)
ICS 3163 Geo-Cultural Studies
Three hours
Researching the history, geography, social structures, religious and economic environments of specific countries to be visited by student teams.
Offered upon sufficient request
ICS 3171, 3172, 3173 Selected Topics
One to three hours
Investigation of subjects of specific interest and importance to the student preparing for specialized intercultural service.
Offered upon sufficient request
ICS 3243 Principles and Philosophy of Community Development
Three hours
An introduction to the basic principles and strategies of community development. Students learn how to facilitate community development in impoverished areas in such a way that faith and appropriate technology are joined together to reduce human drudgery, to alleviate poverty, and to contribute to a deeper understanding and effective application of spiritual truths. Emphasis is placed upon the developer's role as a facilitator of social change, the skills needed for facilitating social change, and an understanding of how communities adopt new ideas. Prerequisite: ICS 2113 or SST 2123.
Offered fall semester (even-numbered years)
ICS 3263, 3283 Theory and Practice of Appropriate Technology I, II
Each course, three hours
Appropriate Technology (AT) is a study of applying technologies relevant to the context or environment in which they will be used. Emphasis is placed on applying technologies of housing and construction, energy, food production, land management, manufacturing, and health and sanitation to community development projects. Prerequisite for 3283: ICS 3263.
Offered summer (May)
ICS 4113 Intercultural Family Seminar
Three hours
This course focuses on gaining knowledge about the cultural variations of families as well as their relationship to societal institutions. The class will include both didactic and experiential elements to expand helping skills in multicultural settings. Meets the Global Studies requirement of the Core Curriculum.
Offered spring semester
ICS 4123 Intercultural Internship
Three hours
A supervised intercultural experience in which the student works with an approved mentor selected with the vocational objectives of the student in mind. A minimum of 135 hours of practical service is required. Written assignments are required, including a personal philosophy of intercultural service. Limited to Intercultural Studies majors.
Offered each semester
ICS 4133 Intercultural Leadership Skills
Three hours
A practical examination of the process of developing and maintaining effective intercultural relationships. Leadership skills, intercultural team dynamics and conflict resolution, and the servant model of leadership are considered.
Offered fall semester (odd-numbered years)
ICS 4183 Cultural Values Seminar
Three hours
An examination of contemporary Western values contrasted with values expressed in other cultures and evaluated in light of biblical principles. Enrollment limited to Intercultural Studies majors and minors in the final year; by consent of the instructor. Prerequisite: ICS 2113 or SST 2123.
Offered spring semester
ICS 4511 Capstone to Walton Scholarship
One hour
Preparation for graduating seniors in the Walton International Scholarship Program. Topics of discussion include re-entry into Latin American culture, professional considerations, and future roles as successful WISP alumni.
Offered spring semester
