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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 | 22 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 | 10 of 50 | Julie Bates, Tameka Brown | ONLINE | |
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 | 1 of 10 | Andrei Irimia | 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 | 0 of 15 | 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: Maymester: May 14-June 8. Section 36298: First week on campus, weeks 2-4 in Genoa, Italy.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36298D | 746 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 1 of 1 | Valter Longo | OFFICE |  |
A web based course analyzing physical, mental, and social age-related changes as well as implications of population aging trends for individuals and society.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36300R | 610 | Lecture | 10:00-1:00pm | Mon, Wed | 5 of 25 | Aaron Hagedorn | GER230 | | |
| 36301R | 610 | Lecture | 10:00-1:00pm | Mon, Wed | 15 of 20 | Aaron Hagedorn | ONLINE | |
Branding, marketing, and consumer behavior through examination of established, transitioning and emerging aging services and organizations.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36302R | 610 | Lecture | 9:00-2:00pm | Monday | 3 of 25 | Joshua Johnson, James Biggs | GER115 | | |
| 36303R | 610 | Lecture | 9:00-2:00pm | Monday | 1 of 25 | Joshua Johnson, James Biggs | ONLINE | |
Basic skills needed for an executive working in an aging services environment. Recommended for entry level administrators and managers.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36304R | 470 | Lecture | 9:00-2:00pm | Friday | 2 of 25 | James Biggs, Joshua Johnson | GER115 | | |
| 36305R | 470 | Lecture | 9:00-2:00pm | Friday | 3 of 25 | James Biggs, Joshua Johnson | ONLINE | |
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 | 25 of 50 | John Walsh, Julia Walsh | ONLINE | | |
| 36309R | 470 | Lecture | TBA | Tuesday | 1 of 1 | John Walsh, Julia Walsh | GER125 | |
Focuses on the understanding of technology use with older adults. Examines telemedicine and e-health technologies as well as ethical considerations.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36365R | 610 | Lecture | 9:00-2:00pm | Friday | 5 of 25 | Aaron Hagedorn | GER115 | | |
| 36366R | 610 | Lecture | 9:00-2:00pm | Friday | 14 of 20 | Aaron Hagedorn | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36355D | 470 | 4.0 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 0 of 1 | Jennifer Ailshire | GER125 | | |
| 36385R | 470 | 4.0 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 20 of 25 | Jennifer Ailshire | ONLINE | Word (266308 KB) | |
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 | 1.0-5.0 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 5 of 25 | Carin Kreutzer,Maria Henke, Aaron Hagedorn | 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 | 059 | 1.0-4.0 | Lecture | 10:00-12:30pm | Friday | 15 of 25 | Carin Kreutzer | GER230 | | |
| 36382D | 060 | 1.0-4.0 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 7 of 25 | Carin Kreutzer | ONLINE | | |
| 36391D | 059 | 1.0-8.0 | Lecture | 9:00-12:00pm | Tuesday | 9 of 25 | Aaron Hagedorn | GER230 | | |
| 36392D | 060 | 1.0-8.0 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 5 of 25 | Aaron Hagedorn | ONLINE | |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36315D | 059 | Lecture-Lab | TBA | TBA | 3 of 5 | Sean Curran | 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.
- Note: Sections 36378 and 36379 only open to students at the Buck Institute.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36378D | 059 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 1 of 10 | Sean Curran | OFFICE & ONLINE | | |
| 36379D | 060 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 2 of 25 | Sean Curran | ONLINE | | |
| 36380D | 059 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 8 of 25 | Sean Curran,Kate Wilber,Mireille Jacobson | OFFICE | |