COUN 205 — Valuing Identity and Cultural Diversity
Through the examination and historical analysis of individual and social structures, students will be able to identify, understand, and interact with a growing and diverse society in a culturally competent manner. This course will examine the complexities of interpersonal relationships among individuals and cultures including but not limited to identity, values, beliefs, communication, relationships, and community formation. The relationship between individual behavior and culture will be explored to help further the student’s adaptation and engagement within academic and societal contexts. Through research and examination of cultural diversity, students will work toward acknowledging, understanding, and interacting in a way that promotes dialogue, inclusion, and respect for cultural differences.