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ASB102: Introduction to Cultural Anthropology
– 3 credits
Introduces concepts and methods of cultural anthropology, with illustrative materials from a variety of communities in a globalizing world. Explores the concept of culture and examines a variety of cultural and social practices such as subsistence, economics, politics, marriage, kinship, gender and religion. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: Global Awareness [G], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Class#
Location
Delivery
Dates
Days
Times
Instructors
Availability
15341
Paradise Valley
ONLINE
Online
5/26 – 6/25
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
- S. Bjork
Open
13 of 23 seats available
-
Notes
Online courses require reliable internet access. If you have not taken an online course or used the Canvas Classroom, please contact the PVCC Technology Help Desk for more information at 602.787.7780.
Online classes do not meet at specific class times. Coursework must be completed according to deadlines. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device.
Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.
Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
-
No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
COM263: Elements of Intercultural Communication
– 3 credits
Diverse cultural contexts are explored through basic concepts, principles, and theories of intercultural communication. Discovering effective interaction and appropriate communication in a global community is emphasized.
Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Global Awareness [G], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Class#
Location
Delivery
Dates
Days
Times
Instructors
Availability
14959
Paradise Valley
ONLINE
Online
5/26 – 6/25
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
- R. Pierceall
Open
14 of 23 seats available
-
Notes
Online courses require reliable internet access. If you have not taken an online course or used the Canvas Classroom, please contact the PVCC Technology Help Desk for more information at 602.787.7780.
Online classes do not meet at specific class times. Coursework must be completed according to deadlines. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device.
Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.
-
No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
DAH201: Dance, Culture, and Global Contexts
– 3 credits
Introduction to the study of dance as culture in diverse global contexts. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: Global Awareness [G], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU]
Class#
Location
Delivery
Dates
Days
Times
Instructors
Availability
15338
Paradise Valley
ONLINE
Online
5/26 – 7/16
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
- S. Valle
Open
16 of 23 seats available
-
Notes
Online courses require reliable internet access. If you have not taken an online course or used the Canvas Classroom, please contact the PVCC Technology Help Desk for more information at 602.787.7780.
Online classes do not meet at specific class times. Coursework must be completed according to deadlines. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device.
Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
-
No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
HES210: Cultural Aspects of Health and Illness
– 3 credits
Examines how culture influences health, illness, health maintenance practices, barriers to health care, interactions with healthcare professionals, and health disparities worldwide. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Global Awareness [G]
Class#
Location
Delivery
Dates
Days
Times
Instructors
Availability
15317
Paradise Valley
ONLINE
Online
5/26 – 7/16
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
- T. Bailey
Open
16 of 23 seats available
-
Notes
Online courses require reliable internet access. If you have not taken an online course or used the Canvas Classroom, please contact the PVCC Technology Help Desk for more information at 602.787.7780.
Online classes do not meet at specific class times. Coursework must be completed according to deadlines. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device.
-
Book Information
HIS113: History of Eastern Civilizations to 1850
– 3 credits
An examination of the development of civilizations, religions and philosophies in the Near East, India, Far East, and Southeast Asia from ancient times to the mid-nineteenth century.
Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: Global Awareness [G], Historical Awareness [H], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Class#
Location
Delivery
Dates
Days
Times
Instructors
Availability
16165
Paradise Valley
ONLINE
Online
6/8 – 7/30
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
- V. Ghosh
Open
14 of 23 seats available
-
Notes
Online courses require reliable internet access. If you have not taken an online course or used the Canvas Classroom, please contact the PVCC Technology Help Desk for more information at 602.787.7780.
Online classes do not meet at specific class times. Coursework must be completed according to deadlines. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device.
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
-
No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
PSY132: Psychology and Culture
– 3 credits
Presents current knowledge about human diversity in behavior and culture using examples from a variety of contexts within western and global societies. Highlights topics in cross-cultural psychology, such as intergroup relations, diverse cognitive styles, ethnocentrism, gender, personality, emotion, language, communication, work and health. The role of enculturation throughout the lifespan will be explored to increase awareness of how behavioral and cognitive principles affect interactions in a multicultural world. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Global Awareness [G], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Class#
Location
Delivery
Dates
Days
Times
Instructors
Availability
14974
Paradise Valley
ONLINE
Online
5/26 – 6/25
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
- C. Sada
Closed
No seats available
-
Notes
Online courses require reliable internet access. If you have not taken an online course or used the Canvas Classroom, please contact the PVCC Technology Help Desk for more information at 602.787.7780.
Online classes do not meet at specific class times. Coursework must be completed according to deadlines. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device.
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
-
No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
REL100: World Religions
– 3 credits
The development of various religions from the prehistoric to modern times. Political, economic, social and geographic relationships among world religions. Consideration of both Eastern and Western religions. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: Global Awareness [G], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU]
Class#
Location
Delivery
Dates
Days
Times
Instructors
Availability
14899
Paradise Valley
ONLINE
Online
5/26 – 7/16
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
- M. Joshi
Open
13 of 23 seats available
-
Notes
Online courses require reliable internet access. If you have not taken an online course or used the Canvas Classroom, please contact the PVCC Technology Help Desk for more information at 602.787.7780.
Online classes do not meet at specific class times. Coursework must be completed according to deadlines. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device.
Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.
-
No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
14960
Paradise Valley
ONLINE
Online
6/29 – 7/30
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
- N. Byle
Open
19 of 23 seats available
-
Notes
Online courses require reliable internet access. If you have not taken an online course or used the Canvas Classroom, please contact the PVCC Technology Help Desk for more information at 602.787.7780.
Online classes do not meet at specific class times. Coursework must be completed according to deadlines. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device.
Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others.
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less.
-
No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
SBU200: Society and Business
– 3 credits
The study and scientific inquiry of issues and demands placed on business enterprise by owners, customers, government, employees and society. Included are social, ethical and public issues and analysis of the social impact of business responses. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: Global Awareness [G], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Class#
Location
Delivery
Dates
Days
Times
Instructors
Availability
14985
Paradise Valley
ONLINE
Online
5/26 – 6/25
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
- S. Lucero
Open
12 of 23 seats available
-
Notes
Online courses require reliable internet access. If you have not taken an online course or used the Canvas Classroom, please contact the PVCC Technology Help Desk for more information at 602.787.7780.
Online classes do not meet at specific class times. Coursework must be completed according to deadlines. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device.
-
Book Information
SPA101: Elementary Spanish I
– 4 credits
Basic grammar, pronunciation and vocabulary of the Spanish language. Includes the study of the Spanish-speaking cultures. Practice of listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: Global Awareness [G]
Class#
Location
Delivery
Dates
Days
Times
Instructors
Availability
14904
Paradise Valley
ONLINE
Online
5/26 – 6/25
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
- M. Salazar
Open
3 of 23 seats available
-
Notes
Online courses require reliable internet access. If you have not taken an online course or used the Canvas Classroom, please contact the PVCC Technology Help Desk for more information at 602.787.7780.
Online classes do not meet at specific class times. Coursework must be completed according to deadlines. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device.
-
Book Information
15076
Paradise Valley
ONLINE
Online
6/29 – 7/30
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
- M. Salazar
Open
22 of 23 seats available
-
Notes
Online courses require reliable internet access. If you have not taken an online course or used the Canvas Classroom, please contact the PVCC Technology Help Desk for more information at 602.787.7780.
Online classes do not meet at specific class times. Coursework must be completed according to deadlines. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device.
-
Book Information
SPA102: Elementary Spanish II
– 4 credits
Continued study of grammar and vocabulary of the Spanish language and study of the Spanish-speaking cultures. Emphasis on speaking, reading, and writing skills. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in SPA101 or permission of Department or Division. Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required.
General Education Designations: Global Awareness [G]
Class#
Location
Delivery
Dates
Days
Times
Instructors
Availability
15002
Paradise Valley
ONLINE
Online
6/29 – 7/30
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
- M. Salazar
Open
16 of 23 seats available
-
Notes
Online courses require reliable internet access. If you have not taken an online course or used the Canvas Classroom, please contact the PVCC Technology Help Desk for more information at 602.787.7780.
Online classes do not meet at specific class times. Coursework must be completed according to deadlines. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device.
-
Book Information
SSH111: Sustainable Cities
– 3 credits
Introduction to the field of sustainability and exploration of the practices leading to the development of sustainable cities. Explores the concept of sustainable development of cities within local, regional, and global contexts. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: Global Awareness [G], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Class#
Location
Delivery
Dates
Days
Times
Instructors
Availability
15314
Paradise Valley
ONLINE
Online
6/8 – 7/30
Summer 2026
N/A
N/A
- L. Santiago
Open
19 of 23 seats available
-
Notes
Online courses require reliable internet access. If you have not taken an online course or used the Canvas Classroom, please contact the PVCC Technology Help Desk for more information at 602.787.7780.
Online classes do not meet at specific class times. Coursework must be completed according to deadlines. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device.
Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0.
-
Book Information
ASB102: Introduction to Cultural Anthropology – 3 credits
Introduces concepts and methods of cultural anthropology, with illustrative materials from a variety of communities in a globalizing world. Explores the concept of culture and examines a variety of cultural and social practices such as subsistence, economics, politics, marriage, kinship, gender and religion. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: Global Awareness [G], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
| Class# | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Instructors | Availability |
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15341
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Paradise Valley
ONLINE |
Online
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5/26 – 6/25
Summer 2026 |
N/A
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N/A
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Open
13 of 23 seats available |
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COM263: Elements of Intercultural Communication – 3 credits
Diverse cultural contexts are explored through basic concepts, principles, and theories of intercultural communication. Discovering effective interaction and appropriate communication in a global community is emphasized.
Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Global Awareness [G], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
| Class# | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Instructors | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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14959
|
Paradise Valley
ONLINE |
Online
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5/26 – 6/25
Summer 2026 |
N/A
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N/A
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Open
14 of 23 seats available |
|
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DAH201: Dance, Culture, and Global Contexts – 3 credits
Introduction to the study of dance as culture in diverse global contexts. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: Global Awareness [G], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU]
| Class# | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Instructors | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15338
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Paradise Valley
ONLINE |
Online
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5/26 – 7/16
Summer 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
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|
Open
16 of 23 seats available |
|
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HES210: Cultural Aspects of Health and Illness – 3 credits
Examines how culture influences health, illness, health maintenance practices, barriers to health care, interactions with healthcare professionals, and health disparities worldwide. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Global Awareness [G]
| Class# | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Instructors | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15317
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Paradise Valley
ONLINE |
Online
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5/26 – 7/16
Summer 2026 |
N/A
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N/A
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|
Open
16 of 23 seats available |
|
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HIS113: History of Eastern Civilizations to 1850 – 3 credits
An examination of the development of civilizations, religions and philosophies in the Near East, India, Far East, and Southeast Asia from ancient times to the mid-nineteenth century.
Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: Global Awareness [G], Historical Awareness [H], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
| Class# | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Instructors | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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16165
|
Paradise Valley
ONLINE |
Online
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6/8 – 7/30
Summer 2026 |
N/A
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N/A
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Open
14 of 23 seats available |
|
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PSY132: Psychology and Culture – 3 credits
Presents current knowledge about human diversity in behavior and culture using examples from a variety of contexts within western and global societies. Highlights topics in cross-cultural psychology, such as intergroup relations, diverse cognitive styles, ethnocentrism, gender, personality, emotion, language, communication, work and health. The role of enculturation throughout the lifespan will be explored to increase awareness of how behavioral and cognitive principles affect interactions in a multicultural world. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Global Awareness [G], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
| Class# | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Instructors | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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14974
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Paradise Valley
ONLINE |
Online
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5/26 – 6/25
Summer 2026 |
N/A
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N/A
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Closed
No seats available |
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REL100: World Religions – 3 credits
The development of various religions from the prehistoric to modern times. Political, economic, social and geographic relationships among world religions. Consideration of both Eastern and Western religions. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: Global Awareness [G], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU]
SUN# REL1101
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14899
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Paradise Valley
ONLINE |
Online
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5/26 – 7/16
Summer 2026 |
N/A
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N/A
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Open
13 of 23 seats available |
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14960
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Paradise Valley
ONLINE |
Online
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6/29 – 7/30
Summer 2026 |
N/A
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N/A
|
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Open
19 of 23 seats available |
|
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SBU200: Society and Business – 3 credits
The study and scientific inquiry of issues and demands placed on business enterprise by owners, customers, government, employees and society. Included are social, ethical and public issues and analysis of the social impact of business responses. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: Global Awareness [G], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
| Class# | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Instructors | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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14985
|
Paradise Valley
ONLINE |
Online
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5/26 – 6/25
Summer 2026 |
N/A
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N/A
|
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Open
12 of 23 seats available |
|
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SPA101: Elementary Spanish I – 4 credits
Basic grammar, pronunciation and vocabulary of the Spanish language. Includes the study of the Spanish-speaking cultures. Practice of listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: Global Awareness [G]
| Class# | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Instructors | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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14904
|
Paradise Valley
ONLINE |
Online
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5/26 – 6/25
Summer 2026 |
N/A
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N/A
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Open
3 of 23 seats available |
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15076
|
Paradise Valley
ONLINE |
Online
|
6/29 – 7/30
Summer 2026 |
N/A
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N/A
|
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Open
22 of 23 seats available |
|
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SPA102: Elementary Spanish II – 4 credits
Continued study of grammar and vocabulary of the Spanish language and study of the Spanish-speaking cultures. Emphasis on speaking, reading, and writing skills. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in SPA101 or permission of Department or Division. Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required.
General Education Designations: Global Awareness [G]
| Class# | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Instructors | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15002
|
Paradise Valley
ONLINE |
Online
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6/29 – 7/30
Summer 2026 |
N/A
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N/A
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Open
16 of 23 seats available |
|
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SSH111: Sustainable Cities – 3 credits
Introduction to the field of sustainability and exploration of the practices leading to the development of sustainable cities. Explores the concept of sustainable development of cities within local, regional, and global contexts. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: Global Awareness [G], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
| Class# | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Instructors | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15314
|
Paradise Valley
ONLINE |
Online
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6/8 – 7/30
Summer 2026 |
N/A
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N/A
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Open
19 of 23 seats available |
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