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Gerontology (GERO)
- https://gero.usc.edu
- D class assignments available in GER-102; Phone: (213) 740-5156.
Introduction to adult development through the lifespan; biological, psychological, and social processes; gerontology as a career for the future.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36200R | 610 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 26 of 50 | John Walsh, Julia Walsh | ONLINE |  |
Exploring diversity in the older population and variability in the human aging process.
- Diversity: This course satisfies the university's diversity requirement.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36280R | 470 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 9 of 50 | Julie Bates, Tameka Brown | ONLINE | |
Immersion into lifestyles shown to improve quality of life and extend lifespan by studying populations in "Blue Zone" communities throughout the world.
- Note: Maymester: May 15-June 2 (first week on campus, second and third week in Costa Rica).
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36289D | 609 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 0 of 5 | John Walsh | OFFICE |  |
Individual research and readings. Not available for graduate credit.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Junior, Senior
| Section | Session | Units | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36290D | 059 | 1.0-4.0 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 0 of 10 | OFFICE | |
Supervised experience in one or more community agencies. Graded CR/NC.
| Section | Session | Units | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36291D | 059 | 2.0-4.0 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 1 of 15 | Anna Quyen Nguyen | OFFICE | |
The discoveries of ancient humans and bodies that have been preserved illuminate the connection between diet, health, and disease.
- Note: Maymester: May 15-June 2 (first week on campus, second and third week in Italy).
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36293D | 703 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 0 of 5 | Susan Enguidanos | OFFICE | |
Covers the paradox of emotion in aging, as well as how stress and emotion influence cognition and the brain across the lifespan.
- Note: Maymester: May 15-June 3 (first week on campus, second and third week in Israel).
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36294R | 635 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 0 of 5 | Mara Mather | OFFICE | |
Advanced study of empirical approaches in gerontology. Preparation, progress, presentation, and evaluation of Senior Honors Thesis research. Standing in Gerontology Honors Program and departmental approval.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following major(s): Gerontology
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36292D | 059 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 1 of 5 | Tara Mastro | OFFICE | |
Examines role of nutrition and genes and the impact each has on longevity and diseases, particularly diseases related to aging.Offered in Genoa, Italy.
- Note: Online section only. Does not go to Genoa, Italy.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36297R | 746 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 9 of 15 | Raffaella Ghittoni,Valter Longo | ONLINE | PDF (665936 KB) | |
| 36298R | 746 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 1 of 15 | Valter Longo | OFFICE | |
Examination of special topics in the area of gerontology.
| Section | Session | Units | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health Coaching for the Prevention of Chronic Diseases | ||||||||||
| 36295R | 610 | 4.0 | Lecture | 1:30-3:30pm | MWF | 8 of 15 | Roberto Vicinanza,Carin Kreutzer | ONLINE | | |
| Health Coaching for the Prevention of Chronic Diseases | ||||||||||
| 36296R | 610 | 4.0 | Lecture | 1:30-3:30pm | MWF | 1 of 15 | Roberto Vicinanza,Carin Kreutzer | GER230 | | |
| South Korea's Rapid Population Aging | ||||||||||
| 36299D | 762 | 4.0 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 0 of 5 | Min-Kyoung Rhee | OFFICE | | |
An introduction to mind-body processes involved in healthy aging. Examines the interplay of emotions, beliefs, and behaviors in shaping health-relevant biological processes.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36308R | 470 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 31 of 50 | John Walsh, Julia Walsh | ONLINE | |
Theory and application of assessment and intervention techniques with older adults and their families. Topics include: treatment modalities, psychopathology, ethical and legal issues, brain disorders.
| Section | Session | Units | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36323R | 470 | 4.0 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 12 of 25 | Donna Benton, Paul Nash | ONLINE | |
Family processes and structure in families with aged persons will be reviewed, including marital and family therapy and intervention strategies.
| Section | Session | Units | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36385R | 470 | 4.0 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 17 of 25 | Jennifer Ailshire | ONLINE | |
Research leading to the master's degree. Maximum units which may be applied to the degree to be determined by the department. Graded CR/NC.
| Section | Session | Units | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36390D | 059 | 1.0-8.0 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 1 of 25 | OFFICE | |
Supervised experiential learning in one or more organizations that serve older adults; includes a regularly scheduled seminar. Graded CR/NC.
| Section | Session | Units | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36381D | 559 | 1.0-4.0 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 20 of 25 | Carin Kreutzer | OFFICE | | |
| 36382D | 559 | 1.0-4.0 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 6 of 25 | Carin Kreutzer | ONLINE | | |
| 36391D | 059 | 1.0-8.0 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 12 of 25 | Anna Quyen Nguyen | ONLINE | | |
| 36392D | 059 | 1.0-4.0 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | Canceled | Carin Kreutzer | TBA | | |
| 36393D | 059 | 1.0-4.0 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | Canceled | Carin Kreutzer | TBA | |
Mandatory organized laboratory rotation. Allows students to participate in laboratory activities. Designed to help select dissertation advisor and research.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Doctoral Student
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36314D | 059 | Lecture-Lab | TBA | TBA | 0 of 10 | OFFICE | |
Research leading up to the doctorate. Maximum units which may be applied toward the degree to be determined by the department. Graded CR/NC.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36379D | 059 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 8 of 25 | Kate Wilber,Elizabeth Zelinski, Sean Curran | OFFICE | | |
| 36380D | 059 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 8 of 25 | Sean Curran | ONLINE | |