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The Archaeology of Early Civilizations ANTH 3200
We will explore a crucial development in the human past – the emergence of the complex societies we call civilizations, in
several times and regions around the world. Egypt, Mesopotamia, Mexico, Peru, China, and India-Pakistan are some of the
“cradles of civilization” we will examine.
Fall 2025
CRN 22730
TR 12:00-1:15 PM
LH 174
Dr. Harrold
Take FYE 1105: Foundations of College Success this Summer or Fall!
Want to learn how to be successful in college and get off to a great start here at Weber State University?
The First Year Experience (FYE) Program is designed to help incoming students make a successful transition into the university community by offering a three-credit hour, elective course called Foundations of College Success (FYE 1105). Whether you have just graduated from high school or are coming back to school, FYE will help teach you the ropes at WSU and assist you in making progress toward fulfilling your educational and personal goals. You will learn academic skills like study strategies, goal setting, and time management, explore majors and careers, and discover campus resources and events, all while connecting with other students and the university community.
Register for summer or fall 2025 today!
Visit weber.edu/fye to see our course offerings and learn more about how FYE 1105 will make you a successful student.
For more information, call (801) 626-6752 or email fye@weber.edu.
Select Course and Program Forms are Open with Important Updates
Curriculog forms 1.1 New Course, 1.2 Course Revision - Substantive, 1.3 Course Revision- Non substantive, 2.2 Program Changes-Substantive, and 2.3 Program Changes - Non substantive, are now open for submissions. Please be aware of significant changes implemented over the summer, as forms have been updated.
Key Changes to Note:
- Course Fee Proposal: The course fee proposal process has been streamlined. All course fees will now be submitted through a single form: 1.9.4 Course Fee New or Changed, New Course, and Three-Year Review.
- New Program Proposal (2.1): Please note that Proposal 2.1 New Programs remains closed at this time. We are awaiting further guidance from the Utah System of Higher Education before reopening this form.
We encourage you to carefully review the updated forms to ensure accurate and timely submissions.
Enroll in Financial Economics - ECON 4810-25216 (Fall 2025)
Welcome to Financial Economics
ECON 4810 WSU Fall 2025 25216
Valentinas Rudys, Fall 2025
Financial Economics (ECON 4810 WSU Fall 2025 25216) counts as:
- Upper Division Finance Major Elective
- Upper Division Economics Major Elective
- Upper Division / General / Additional Elective
Prerequisites for this course:
- Either ECON 2010 (Principles of Microeconomics)
- Or ECON 2020 (Principles of Macroeconomics)
This experimental financial economics course explores the principles of financial decision-making and asset pricing using economic theory great for students interested in how financial markets work, household decisions are made, and how assets are priced. We will cover saving, interest rates, investments, insurance, and even gambling and do this through your lens. In this course, we will start each topic with the real questions we all care about, then developing the theories, discussing the results and comparing them with the real data. We will ask questions like:
- Buy or lease a car? Sell it, trade it in, or rent it out on Turo? If you move, should you sell your house or rent it out? Rent short-term or long-term? And how low must interest rates go before refinancing is worth it?
- How much should you borrow or save now—and a few years after graduation? Should you pay off your student loans early or invest instead? Do you need life insurance at 25?
- How should your money be split between stocks, bonds, gold, and Bitcoin? Should your strategy change after a promotion—or a breakup?
- Is skipping health insurance ever smart? Should you insure your iPhone or your pet? How do you best hedge your risks - with futures or options? When—if ever—does buying a Powerball ticket make economic sense?
To answer these and many other relevant questions, we will build financial models from scratch using Python, and compare the predictions to the messy real-world data. We will take full advantage of AI tools in improving our models and will have opportunities to develop your interests into full-fledged research papers.
This course is great for:
- Economics, Finance and Business students interested in
- Economic theory and models behind the saving and investment decision
- Improving programming skills and learning to compare model predictions with data
- Better understanding saving, investment decisions over the lifecycle
- Investment decisions in cars, homes, bonds, stocks, crypto, gold
- Value and pricing of insurance and gambling
- Finance students specifically interested in:
- Working toward CFP credentials because we will cover many topics tested in CFP examination:
- Risk management, evaluation of risk and insurance (section C of CFP exam)
- Investment planning, portfolio allocation over the lifecycle (section D)
- Alternative investments (section D)
- Retirement and social security and planning (section F)
Introduction to Operations & Supply Chain Management (SCM 2050) - Fall Semester
Beginning Fall 2025, Introduction to Operations & Supply Chain Management (SCM 2050) has a new course number and no pre-requisites! SCM 2050 is a fun, interactive course with hands-on activities to help you explore this growing field that touches every business, product, and service that exists in the world! SCM 2050 satisfies one of the business core requirements too! Want to learn more? Check out our stackable SCM Professional Certificates (stacks to the SCM minor):
(https://www.weber.edu/business/supply-chain-professional-certificates.html)
Want to learn Phython programming basics...enroll in MIS 2040 this Fall!
MIS 2040-20139: Business Analytics with Python (3 Credit Hours)
This course introduces Python within the context of business analytics. Students will learn Python programming basics and be exposed to the business analytics workflow, starting with interacting with SQL databases to query and retrieve data, through data wrangling, reshaping, summarizing, analyzing and ultimately reporting their results. Prerequisite: MATH 1040 or QUAN 2600
The class is taught at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesdays in WB 120 by Dr. Taowen Le.
Sport Coaching Leadership - Master's Degree (ONLINE) - Accepting Applications (on-going rolling admission)
We accept applications year-round through our rolling admissions process. Our program can be completed in just four semesters, making it an efficient option for busy professionals. It is designed to be entirely online, offering participants the flexibility they need to balance their studies with their careers.
Now Enrolling: Environmental Science Filmmaking CertificateÂ
Now Enrolling: Environmental Science Filmmaking Certificate
When: Fall Semester 2025 / Spring Semester 2026
What: 18-credit hour Certificate of Proficiency
Do you have a passion for science and a flair for storytelling? The Environmental Science Filmmaking Certificate is designed for students who want to bring the natural world to life through film. This unique 18-credit program combines hands-on filmmaking with a strong foundation in environmental science -- equipping you with the skills to research, write, shoot, and edit your own science-focused films.
Whether you're dreaming of documentaries, educational media, or creative projects that inspire action, this certificate gives you the tools to share science in compelling, creative ways.
Ready to tell stories that matter?
Sign up for Fall Semester and start creating films that make an impact.
For questions, reach out to Benjamin Kruger-Robbins at bkrugerrobbins1@weber.edu.
Learn more and enroll today!
New Mentoring Programs website
We are excited to share the redesigned Mentoring Programs website. Thanks to a partnership between Marketing & Communications and the Office of Mentoring Programs, the site has been updated with current information to serve as a central hub for developing or joining a mentoring program. Mentoring is a transformative and personalized experience that fosters growth and learning for both mentor and mentee. Students, faculty, and staff can learn about being or finding a peer, academic, or career mentor to support their success at Weber State.
Special thanks to Nicole Sabin, Associate UI/UX Developer in Student Communications, for her work designing the site.
Army ROTC Wants YOU to Try Out Their Introductory Class!
WEBER STATE ARMY ROTC
Looking to be inspired in a class this Fall? Come try out Army ROTC!
No Eligibility Requirements and no Military Commitment.
MILS 1010: Intro to Army and Critical Thinking CRN 20001
Fall 2025: Tuesdays 1:30-3:20pm and Thursdays 1:30-4:20pm
Opportunities in Leadership, Marksmanship, Rappelling, Land Navigation and a whole lot more.
SIGN UP for one of the spots in this class!
When Waves Return
In honor of Great Salt Lake, we will walk the waves through Kellie Bornhoft (art dept.) and Carey Campbell's (music dept.) installation, This was water that features sculptures inspired by the lake’s selenite crystals at the Dumke Arts Plaza in downtown Ogden.
Help us demonstrate love for the lake’s waters, crystals, and creatures on Saturday, July 19 at the Dumke Arts Plaza located at 445 25th St. in Ogden. All events are free to attend, everyone is invited!
🕓 SCHEDULE:
7:30 a.m. - Gather in preparation at Dumke Arts Plaza.
8 a.m. - The walk begins. Route is ADA accessible.
10-11 a.m. - Poetry and dance performance in honor of Great Salt Lake. Featuring Darren Parry, Sunni Brown Wilkinson, Patrick Ramsay, Sophia Cutubrus, and Utah’s Poet Laureate, Lisa Bickmore. Nan Seymour will serve as emcee. ASL interpretation provided by Drake Heap.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! Sign up HERE to volunteer as a wave walker, a wave leader, or a docent!
Learn more about This was water here: https://www.weber.edu/shawgallery/current.html
Bowl-a-Thon 2025: Come make a bowl with us, and raise money for the WSU Food Pantry!
The 2025 Bowl-a-Thon will be held Monday, August 11th from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm at the Monarch, 455 25th St. Ogden, Utah.
The WSU Bowl-a-Thon is a free, public event where participants have the opportunity to make a bowl on the potter's wheel, with the help of experienced potters. Bowls made at the Bowl-a-Thon will be sold at an Empty Bowls Event hosted by the Eccles Community Art Center on October 3rd from 5:00 to 8:00 pm. Reserve your time slot here.
100% of the proceeds will be donated to the Weber Cares food pantry on the WSU campus.
Come to the Bowl-a-Thon and help Weber "throw" out hunger on campus!
Questions may be directed to Monica Linford at monicalinford@weber.edu or 801-626-6775.
This is a Staff Service Leave elligible opportunity.
Call for Volunteers — Housing Move-In Fall 2025
Weber State Move-In Weekend begins August 22 2025 and Housing & Res Life is looking for campus partner volunteers to welcome Wildcats moving in this fall. Weber State Move-In Volunteers help kick off the 2025-26 Academic Year by being some of the first friendly faces new Wildcats meet. As a volunteer, you’ll lend a hand and help students feel at home. For more information, and to sign up, please visit https://givepul.se/26bkft
The Signpost is Back! - Check out our summer digital editions
We are thrilled to announce that we are back! Discover the latest edition of our award-winning student-run newspaper, The Signpost. Visit our website for the freshest stories, and click on the flyer button to explore our engaging digital flipbook editions. Don’t miss out—check out all our editions on issuu.com!!
Healthy Utah Testing Sessions- July 22 and August 7
Healthy Utah is coming to Weber State University on July 22 and August 7
During your appointment, you will receive cholesterol and glucose testing, body composition analysis, blood pressure measurement, and a consultation with a health specialist, all free of charge for qualified employees and eligible spouses. Everyone who participates in the testing session and answers an online health questionnaire will receive the “Know and Plan” $50 rebate! After that, earn an additional $50 “Next Steps” rebate by completing your choice of wellness activities from a variety of PEHP Wellness activities and programs (see “Next Steps” rebate form). Other rebates are also available for those with diabetes ($100), tobacco cessation ($50), and Wee Care ($50). Visit our website for more information at www.pehp.org.
***Please Note: You may only register for a Health Utah Testing Session once per plan year, OR 60 days prior to your last test date. Please log in to your PEHP account, select "Wellness", then "Register for Testing" to view your testing session eligibility. ***
To Register:
- Log on to your PEHP account.
- Under the Wellness menu tab, select "Register for Testing Session".
- Select your name from the drop-down menu, then find the session that works for you.
If you have any questions, call the Healthy Utah office: Toll free number: 855-366-7300 or 801-366-7300 Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Use Your Staff Service Leave Before Summer Ends!
Make the most of your Staff Service Leave—a great opportunity to give back to the community while getting paid to serve!
Join the Staff Service Leave page to explore upcoming volunteer opportunities.
Don’t let your service leave go unused—summer is the perfect time to get involved! Let’s wrap up summer with purpose and impact!
WSU Alumni Night at OMT's Annie
Join us for an alumni night watching Ogden Musical Theatre's performance of Annie and a pre-performance social at Peery's Egyptian Theater.
Pre-Performance Social Details
Date: Thursday, July 31, 2025
Time: 6:15-7:15 p.m.
Location: Peery's Egyptian Theater, 2415 Washington Blvd, Ogden, UT 84401, 1st Floor Ballroom.
Price: FREE with registration. (Registration for the social does not include tickets to the performance.)
Menu: Ice Cream Sundae Bar
Performance Details
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Price: Use special discount code WSUALUMNI50 to receive 50% your total ticket price for the Monday, July 31 performance. Tickets must be purchased through Peery's Egyptian Theater's Box Office, online at www.ogdenpet.com or by calling 801-689-8700.
Become a Campus Leader: Facilitate a Community of Practice
Dear colleagues,
Do you want to connect with other faculty who share your passions and interests? Are you seeking a space to explore new ideas, share strategies, and grow as an educator while fostering a strong sense of community?
The Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning (CETL) invites you to propose a new Community of Practice (CoP) for the upcoming academic year!
CoPs are scholarly-informed learning communities that bring Weber colleagues together twice a month to explore a shared area of interest. These communities create supportive spaces where faculty can exchange ideas, experiment with new teaching practices, and engage in rich, ongoing conversations that strengthen both personal and professional growth.
Serving as a CoP facilitator is a wonderful way to develop your leadership skills, connect across campus, and make a meaningful impact on our faculty community. Facilitators receive a modest stipend in recognition of their expertise and commitment. You’re welcome to apply individually or partner with a co-facilitator if you’d like to lead as a team.
We encourage you to think creatively! Topics can range from innovative teaching strategies and equity in the classroom to wellness, mentorship, digital tools, or any area you’re passionate about.
Interested? Please submit your CoP Facilitator Application by Wednesday, July 23, 2025: CoP Facilitator Application Form
We look forward to hearing from you!
All the best,
The CETL Team
NEW Smart Prompting Session, Online Podcasting, Microsoft CoPilot, and Survey Design Training for SDDS Week 8
Visit our SDDS 2025 page for the full schedule.
Tuesday, July 15 | 10 AM | Zoom
NEW SESSION: Smart Prompting: How to Get the Results You Want With Generative AI
Ready to master the art of AI communication? Join us for Smart Prompting:How to Get the Results You Want With Generative AII, where you'll learn how to craft compelling prompts that maximize AI's capabilities. Whether your goal is to enhance academic research, improve teaching materials, or explore new creative avenues, this class will provide the essential skills to effectively direct AI tools. Discover practical tips and strategies to turn nebulous ideas into precise, actionable AI responses. No prior AI experience is needed.
Tuesday, July 15 | 1 PM | Lampros Hall 201
Podcast from Anywhere: Mastering Adobe's Online Podcast Platform
Don’t have the time or ability to use a podcast studio? Learn how to use Adobe’s new online platform at podcast.adobe.com. Learn how to record, edit, and enhance voice without downloading any software. You will also learn how to collaborate and podcast with others completely remote with the convenience of virtual podcasting.
Wednesday, July 16 | 10 AM | Lampros Hall 201
AI-Driven Productivity: Getting Started with Microsoft Copilot
Step into the future of productivity with Microsoft Copilot! This class will introduce you to Microsoft's powerful new AI assistant and demonstrate how it can revolutionize your workflow across the Microsoft Office suite. Learn how to leverage generative prompts within Copilot to streamline tasks, enhance creativity, and boost your overall productivity in applications you use every day, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and more.
Thursday, July 17 | 2 PM | Lampros Hall 201
Capture More Insightful Data with the Science of Surveys
Discover the art of crafting effective surveys in our Principles of Survey Design class, intended to enhance your research and feedback initiatives. Unlock the potential of well-structured questions and learn the secrets to obtaining clear, actionable insights from your target audience. Elevate your survey strategies with techniques that resonate with respondents and drive engagement. Join us to refine your skills and bring precision to your data collection efforts, paving the way for informed decision-making.
HACU Webinar: Utilizing Civic Engagement as a Means for Career Readiness
The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities will host a webinar titled, “Utilizing Civic Engagement as a Means for Career Readiness,” on July 22, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. MT. To register, click the link below.
The webinar will focus on how civic engagement can enhance career development by offering opportunities to learn new skills, expand networks, and gain experience. Specifically, participating in civic-based activities can help students acquire the skills that employers most seek. All of these skills can be developed in students through civic learning and engagement opportunities.
The webinar will be presented by Maria Alejandro, program director for the center for civic and community-engaged leadership at the University of Texas at San Antonio, and Stephanie King, senior director of strategic initiatives for the ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge.
This webinar is being offered as part of the Student Affairs Summer Webinar Series.
Weber State University is a member of the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU), offering opportunities to all WSU students, faculty, and staff.
Summer Rentals- Get Your Discounted Outdoor Equipment on Campus!
This is your friendly reminder that we have an outdoor equipment rental center right here on campus! Get all your summer gear, including stand-up paddleboards, rafts, kayaks, camping gear, mountain bikes, climbing equipment, and more, at the Outdoor Program Rental Center!
Students receive 30% off rentals, and Faculty/Staff receive 15% off! Plus, we are open to the community- anyone can rent with us!
Enjoy 2-day rentals for the price of 1, and fast service to get you outside quicker!
Visit our website to see our full list of offerings, stop in, or call us at 801-626-6373 to reserve your gear now!
Tube the Ogden River!
Beat the summer heat and join the Outdoor Program for an afternoon of tubing down the Ogden River. We'll provide the tubes, transportation, and guides, you just bring the fun!
Date: August 5
Time: 3 - 6 p.m.
Meeting Location: WSU Outdoor Program
Activity Location: Ogden River Urban Section
WSU Price: $20 || Non WSU Price: $40 || WSU Faculty/Staff Price: $30
NEW STUDENTS: Register for Experience Weber!
New WSU Students: Join the WSU Outdoor Program and Experience Weber to the fullest. This is an overnight experience intended to help you meet new friends, see what the mountains of Utah have to offer, hang out with student ambassadors, and ultimately Experience Weber to the fullest at Pineview Reservoir!
You'll play on the water, participate in games and crafts, eat good food, and have one last epic adventure before the semester starts! We can even help you get an early move-in if you're living on campus so you won't have to miss out on the fun.
This trip is open to all NEW students (first year and transfer).
When: August 21-22,2025 || Where: Pineview Reservoir, Hunstville, UT || Cost: $50
Registration ends Monday, August 18, so don't wait to register!