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Shakira L. Pipher

Residential Faculty - Social Work

Cultural Science

Cultural Science

Office: SC 14 - Room: 66

shakira.pipher@mesacc.edu

Office Hours

Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
	Online
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Classes Taught

Fall 2023

SWU183	Introductory Ethics: A Social Service Perspective					3 Credits
Introductory exploration of ethics from a historical and multicultural perspective viewed through the lens of contemporary social issues. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU]
Section	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Availability
19119	Online Course	Online (On Your Time) Lecture	08/21/2023 - 10/13/2023			Class Started
	Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. All textbook and course materials available at no or low cost (<$40) - may include OER (Open Educational Resources). Class 19119 Students may contact instructor at: shakira.pipher@mesacc.edu
	Book Information

SWU291	Social Service Delivery Systems					3 Credits
Purposes, structures, and delivery systems of human service agencies. Includes 40 hours of volunteer experience in local human service agencies. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in SWU171, or permission of Department or Division or Corequisites: SWU171.
Section	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Availability
18666	Online Course	Online (On Your Time) Lecture	08/21/2023 - 12/15/2023			Class Started
	Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Class 18666 Students may contact instructor at: shakira.pipher@mesacc.edu
	Book Information

Fall Flex Start 2023

SWU171	Introduction to Social Work					3 Credits
Analysis of contemporary social welfare services and professional social work. Prerequisites: None.
Course Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.
General Education Designations: Historical Awareness [H], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Section	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Availability
35266	Dobson Campus SC 25	Hybrid Lecture	09/07/2023 - 12/15/2023	Th	5:45 PM - 7:00 PM	Class Started
	Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Class 35266 Flexible attendance options are available for this course, please contact the course instructor for more information at: shakira.pipher@mesacc.edu
	Book Information
18751	Online Course	Online (On Your Time) Lecture	10/16/2023 - 12/15/2023			Open 3 of 25 Seats Available
	Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Class 18751 Students may contact instructor at: shakira.pipher@mesacc.edu
	Book Information

SWU183	Introductory Ethics: A Social Service Perspective					3 Credits
Introductory exploration of ethics from a historical and multicultural perspective viewed through the lens of contemporary social issues. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU]
Section	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Availability
34904	Live Online	Live Online Lecture	10/16/2023 - 12/15/2023	Mo	5:45 PM - 8:25 PM	Open 3 of 25 Seats Available
	Notes: Live Online classes have sessions that meet online on specific days and times. Attendance in these sessions will be at the discretion of the instructor, and additional work will be required on the student’s own time. Access to a computer or mobile device with Internet connection is required. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Class 34904:3 This class is intended for the PPSSWSSP cohort. Students may contact instructor at shakria.pipher@mesacc.edu
	Book Information

SWU291	Social Service Delivery Systems					3 Credits
Purposes, structures, and delivery systems of human service agencies. Includes 40 hours of volunteer experience in local human service agencies. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in SWU171, or permission of Department or Division or Corequisites: SWU171.
Section	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Availability
34899	Dobson Campus SC 25	Hybrid Lecture	09/05/2023 - 12/15/2023	Tu	12:00 PM - 1:15 PM	Class Started
	Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Class 34899 Students are required to complete 40 hours of a mini-internship at a pre-approved agency/site in the community. Fingerprint clearance card recommended but not required. Students may contact instructor at: shakira.pipher@mesacc.edu
	Book Information

SWU295	Effective Helping in a Diverse World					3 Credits
Introduction to professional helper communication skills with respect to cross-cultural practice and diversity issues, in a social work setting. Prerequisites: None. SWU171 suggested but not required.
General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Section	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Availability
34903	Live Online	Live Online Lecture	10/17/2023 - 12/15/2023	Tu	5:45 PM - 7:00 PM	Open 16 of 25 Seats Available
	Notes: Live Online classes have sessions that meet online on specific days and times. Attendance in these sessions will be at the discretion of the instructor, and additional work will be required on the student’s own time. Access to a computer or mobile device with Internet connection is required. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Class 34903 Students may contact instructor at: shakira.pipher@mesacc.edu
	Book Information
17429	Online Course	Online (On Your Time) Lecture	09/05/2023 - 12/15/2023			Class Started
	Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. All textbook and course materials available at no or low cost (<$40) - may include OER (Open Educational Resources). Class 17429 Students may contact instructor at: shakira.pipher@mesacc.edu
	Book Information

Spring 2024

SWU183	Introductory Ethics: A Social Service Perspective					3 Credits
Introductory exploration of ethics from a historical and multicultural perspective viewed through the lens of contemporary social issues. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU]
Section	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Availability
28240	Online Course	Online (On Your Time) Lecture	01/16/2024 - 03/08/2024			Open 25 of 25 Seats Available
28240	Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Students may contact instructor at : shakira.pipher@mesacc.edu

Spring Flex Start 2024

SWU171	Introduction to Social Work					3 Credits
Analysis of contemporary social welfare services and professional social work. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: Historical Awareness [H], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Section	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Availability
28586	Live Online	Live Online Lecture	02/01/2024 - 05/10/2024	Th	5:45 PM - 7:00 PM	Open 25 of 25 Seats Available
28586	Notes: Live Online classes have sessions that meet online on specific days and times. Attendance in these sessions will be at the discretion of the instructor, and additional work will be required on the student’s own time. Access to a computer or mobile device with Internet connection is required. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Class 28586 Students may contact instructor at: shakira.pipher@mesacc.edu

SWU183	Introductory Ethics: A Social Service Perspective					3 Credits
Introductory exploration of ethics from a historical and multicultural perspective viewed through the lens of contemporary social issues. Prerequisites: None.
General Education Designations: Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU]
Section	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Availability
28783	Live Online	Live Online Lecture	01/31/2024 - 05/10/2024	We	1:30 PM - 2:45 PM	Open 25 of 25 Seats Available
28783	Notes: Live Online classes have sessions that meet online on specific days and times. Attendance in these sessions will be at the discretion of the instructor, and additional work will be required on the student’s own time. Access to a computer or mobile device with Internet connection is required. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Class 28783 Students may contact instructor at: shakira.pipher@mesacc.edu
28522	Online Course	Online (On Your Time) Lecture	03/18/2024 - 05/10/2024			Open 25 of 25 Seats Available
28522	Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Class 28522 Students may contact instructor at: shakira.pipher@mesacc.edu All textbook and course materials available at no or low cost (<$40) - may include OER (Open Educational Resources).

SWU291	Social Service Delivery Systems					3 Credits
Purposes, structures, and delivery systems of human service agencies. Includes 40 hours of volunteer experience in local human service agencies. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in SWU171, or permission of Department or Division or Corequisites: SWU171.
Section	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Availability
26792	Dobson Campus SC 25	Hybrid Lecture	01/30/2024 - 05/10/2024	Tu	10:30 AM - 11:45 AM	Open 25 of 25 Seats Available
26792	Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Class 26792 Students are required to complete 40 hours of a mini-internship at a pre-approved agency/site in the community. Fingerprint clearance card recommended but not required. Students may contact instructor at dori.dipietro@mesacc.edu Class 26792 Flexible attendance options are available for this course, please contact the course instructor for more information at: shakira.pipher@mesacc.edu
26763	Online Course	Online (On Your Time) Lecture	01/29/2024 - 05/10/2024			Open 25 of 25 Seats Available
26763	Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Students may contact instructor at shakira.pipher@mesacc.edu

SWU295	Effective Helping in a Diverse World					3 Credits
Introduction to professional helper communication skills with respect to cross-cultural practice and diversity issues, in a social work setting. Prerequisites: None. SWU171 suggested but not required.
General Education Designations: Cultural Diversity in the US [C], Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB]
Section	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Availability
28081	Live Online	Live Online Lecture	01/30/2024 - 05/10/2024	Tu	5:45 PM - 7:00 PM	Open 25 of 25 Seats Available
28081	Notes: Live Online classes have sessions that meet online on specific days and times. Attendance in these sessions will be at the discretion of the instructor, and additional work will be required on the student’s own time. Access to a computer or mobile device with Internet connection is required. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. All textbook and course materials available at no or low cost (<$40) - may include OER (Open Educational Resources). Class 28081 Students may contact instructor at: shakira.pipher@mesacc.edu

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