CDV - Community Development

This course will explore the primary theories and practices in social and economic development of communities on a local and global scale. The course takes its basic approach to the subject from a consideration of the role of culture in economic development and social change. The course will include an overview of the history and impact of globalization, the impact of global population growth and migration patterns, and the growth and impact of transnational corporations on societies. Finally in this course students will receive an introduction to the major multinational bodies such as The World Bank, International Monetary Fund, World Trade Organization, and World Health Organization, as well as the development activities of governmental and non-governmental agencies.

This course seeks to define the phenomenon of contemporary human trafficking and modern day slavery as a violation of a fundamental human right. Key terminology and definitions, the causes and the scope of the problem (both locally and globally) and a biblical response will be addressed. Consideration will also be given to the physical, emotional, psychological, and spiritual trauma experienced by victims of human trafficking. Transformational care practices to traffic survivors will be analyzed as well as reflection as to how to best mobilize a Christian response to human trafficking in an attempt to prevent and eradicate human trafficking.

This course focuses on a holistic Christian approach to positive material, social, and spiritual change in human societies. It will examine the meaning and goals of transformational community development, the Biblical and theological worldviews that inform it, and the practices that enable it to occur. During the course, students will be introduced to the views of theologians, theoreticians, and developmental practitioners. Topics to be covered include the poor in scripture and society, Biblical perspectives on the creation and distribution of wealth, and differing views of community development. Finally, the course will cover the basic skills and commitments required of the Christian practitioner of transformational community development.

This course will examine urban life in a variety of historical and cultural contexts. Particular attention will be directed to the process of urbanization and to the political economy of the growth of cities; the impact of urbanization on rural cultures; race, class and ethnic relations in urban areas; and social use of urban space.

This course seeks to expose students to urban ministries by allowing them to spend one week, under supervision, learning, ministering and serving in a major city in the United States. Prior to the urban ministry experience, through classroom lectures and exercises, students will learn about urban issues and challenges along with the role of the Church as agent of hope and wholeness in the urban environment. Students will also learn the techniques and strategies employed by various church-based community organizations in the urban context in preparation for their on-site observation, and supervised participation. Additional fees are required. Meets General Education intercultural requirement.

This course introduces the student to urban ministries through first-hand exposure of church-based community organizations, and through an evaluation of various urban ministry techniques and strategies currently being used to bring hope and wholeness to the people of the urban centers.

This course seeks to define the phenomenon of contemporary human trafficking and modern day slavery as a violation of a fundamental human right. Key terminology and definitions, the causes and the scope of the problem (both locally and globally) and a biblical response will be addressed. Consideration will also be given to the physical, emotional, psychological, and spiritual trauma experienced by victims of human trafficking. Transformational care practices to traffic survivors will be analyzed as well as reflection as to how to best mobilize a Christian response to human trafficking in an attempt to prevent and eradicate human trafficking.

This course is to be taken on site at an urban ministries center. The student will be provided a foundation for understanding urban cultures, systems, and people through an individually tailored internship and course of study. 1-4 week experience: 3 hours; 5-8 week experience: 6 hours; 9-14 week experience: 9 hours. Open to juniors and seniors. Prerequisite: ICD-260.

This course seeks to provide students with practical insights into areas of urban and rural development practice. It approaches development from a decidedly transformational and Christian perspective. Allowing flexibility for either an urban or rural slant, it attempts to place holistic development practices squarely within the context of the relationship between churches/church organizations and the world in which they are called to serve. Pre-requisite: ICD-210

This course covers the key principles and processes of transformational development rooted in the tradition and values of self-determination, empowerment, and social justice. The course focuses on direct practice and advocacy for the socially and economically disempowered groups in the society and on bringing the church and the community together to address the problematic social conditions. It is designed to build the students' analytical, political and interactional skills necessary to mobilize the community for collective action and social justice.

This course will guide the student through effective fundraising strategies for non-profit organizations including grant writing, partnerships, event planning, and digital fundraising strategies. In this class a student will have the opportunity to initiate conversations with people in the community to understand the type of funding needs common to a private or public entity. From their research and networking with people, the student develop a fundraising plan, which must include a grant proposal, in an effort to raise a predetermined amount of money to assist the group or organization. The student's efforts will not be limited to fundraising. For the purpose of developing empathy, the student will be encouraged to participate in the organization's activities to better understand the people he or she are serving.

This course prepares students to be leaders of innovation for the purpose of bringing personal, community, and spiritual transformation to the church and society. Students will evaluate models and challenges to leading missional innovation within an organization. Students also will be asked to identify and develop a comprehensive plan for a new creative venture to address a current community, church, and/or world problem.

This course is an introduction to effective management of nonprofit organizations including the local church. Each student develops personal skills in self-management, budgeting, planning, organizing, recruiting and supervising volunteers, discerning vision, governance, evaluation, and accountability. This Theory and Practice course requires 25% of the assigned out of class work to be completed in a church or non-profit setting.

This course examines strategies to developing a multi-ethnic, multi-generational, and multi-economic church in the urban center. Special attention will be given to how the church can best provide pastoral care to its parishioners.

The community development internship is an opportunity for students to gain experience in community development under the supervision of a professional in a relevant church or nonprofit field. Internships require 42 hours of service during a 10-week or 5-week term. Students will meet regularly with their ministry supervisor, receive coaching from their faculty supervisor, and submit self-evaluation and reflection reports as assigned. The course may be repeated for credit up to 3 times.

This course focuses on a holistic Christian approach of bringing the Good News of Jesus to peoples and societies around the world. Emerging trends and current challenges are examined in the light of biblical, historical and theological perspectives and current social, political and religious realities. Strategies are practiced that move students from learners and observers to thriving long-term participants, co-workers, and leaders.

This is an upper level course that allows ICD students to harness the knowledge and skills they have acquired from the program to effectively identify, analyze and resolve local community development issues. Students participate in hands-on community-based research and problem-solving activities, and thus prepare them to work with the community, identify local needs, leverage community assets, and devise strategies to mitigate community challenges. Pre-requisites: ICD-210, ICD-325, ICD-350, MAT-112 and PSY-355 or POL-322.

This course provides a capstone for the International and Community Development major and is designed to help the students to reflect on learning experiences throughout their coursework and development internships. Various exercises and readings will be used to help the students to integrate wide range of development concepts learned throughout the major. Students will be required to present their internship papers and written development concept papers to the class for constructive criticism from their peers and the faculty to enable them to sharpen their ideas and career path in International and Community Development.

This course covers a specialized and advanced topic in intercultural studies that is not covered in the normal curriculum. It is always offered with a subheading and is repeatable under a different subheading.