Modern and Classical Languages

Independent study or directed reading study under a faculty member’s direction.

Upper–division treatment of a selected topic of mutual interest to the faculty member and students.

The study of the structural patterns of French expression by concentrating on the development of speaking and understanding, with emphasis on correct pronunciation, ear training and oral practice. Laboratory work is mandatory and will form an integral part of the course.

The study of the structural patterns of French expression by concentrating on the development of speaking and understanding, with emphasis on correct pronunciation, ear training and oral practice. Laboratory work is mandatory and will form an integral part of the course.

A continuation of the development of basic language skills. The course is a review of grammar as well as an introduction to culture, civilization and literature.

Lower–division treatment of a selected topic of mutual interest to the faculty member and students.

Study of the sounds of French. Theory and correction of diction. Fall, even years.

Provides the directed student with the specific vocabulary, structure, and cultural insight to deal effectively with the growing French speaking component of U.S. or international commerce.

Supervised work done under the direction of a faculty member of the department. May be repeated under a different title. Prerequisite: permission of program chair.

Supervised work done under the direction of a faculty member of the department. May be repeated under a different title. Prerequisite: permission of program chair.

An overview of Francophone Literature.

Provides the directed student with the specific cultural insight in order to deal effectively with the growing Francophone-speaking component of the U.S. or international scene. While employing the necessary French-language grammar and vocabulary, the course emphasizes both interaction between the English-speaking and French-speaking communities and within the French-speaking community in terms of appropriate behaviors and understood knowledge among native speakers. Study of history, sociopolitical events, art, literature and customs of the French-speaking countries. Prerequisite: FREN 3335.

Supervised work done under the direction of a faculty member of the department. May be repeated under a different title. Prerequisite: permission of program chair.

Upper–division treatment of selected topics of mutual interest to the faculty member and students. Prerequisite: permission of Program Chair.

Supervised work done under the direction of a faculty member of the department. May be repeated under a different title. Prerequisite: permission of program chair.

A study of the fundamentals of the language, vocabulary, sentence structure, oral practice and reading comprehension; first contact with the German culture. Laboratory work is mandatory and will form an integral part of the course.

A study of the fundamentals of the language, vocabulary, sentence structure, oral practice and reading comprehension; first contact with the German culture. Laboratory work is mandatory and will form an integral part of the course.

Review of grammar and sentence structure with emphasis on composition. Readings from modern German prose and poetry for content and insight into the German culture.

Continuation of 2331. Includes some readings in each student’s major field as a special individual project.

Supervised work done under the direction of a professor of the department. May be repeated under a different title. Prerequisite: permission of MACL chair.

Upper–division treatment of selected topics of mutual interest to the professor and students. Prerequisite: permission of MACL chair.

Supervised work done under the direction of a professor of the department. May be repeated under a different title. Prerequisite: permission of MACL chair.

Upper–division treatment of selected topics of mutual interest to the professor and students. Prerequisite: permission of MACL chair.

Supervised work done under the direction of a professor of the department. May be repeated under a different title. Prerequisite: permission of MACL chair.

Upper–division treatment of selected topics of mutual interest to the professor and students. Prerequisite: permission of MACL chair.

Research-based project open to students who have a concentration or minor in German. Project topic to be approved and supervised by the program faculty according to standards and guidelines available from the program chair. Prerequisite: Instructor Consent.

Supervised work done under the direction of a professor of the department. May be repeated under a different title. Prerequisite: permission of MACL chair.

Upper–division treatment of selected topics of mutual interest to the professor and students. Prerequisite: permission of MACL chair.

Elementary Japanese II

Intermediate Japanese II

Provide the directed student with specific vocabulary, structure, and cultural insight via individualized computer–based study. Using native–speaker tutors, the course emphasizes both interaction between the English–speaking and the target language–speaking communities, as well as access to target language sources. Intended as an introduction to the language and culture of a selected country especially for students participating in a study abroad program or an area studies program. Consult department chair for availability.

Provide the directed student with specific vocabulary, structure, and cultural insight via individualized computer–based study. Using native–speaker tutors, the course emphasizes both interaction between the English–speaking and the target language–speaking communities, as well as access to target language sources. Intended as an introduction to the language and culture of a selected country especially for students participating in a study abroad program or an area studies program. Consult department chair for availability.

Provide the student with vocabulary, grammar and cultural insight via an introduction to a less–commonly–taught target language and associated cultures.

Provide the student with vocabulary, grammar and cultural insight via an introduction to a less–commonly–taught target language and associated cultures.

Intermediate Language II

Upper–division treatment of selected topics of mutual interest to the faculty member and students. Prerequisite: permission of chair.

This course intends to foster the development of students who have raised cultural consciousness, i.e., a familiarity with, an appreciation for, and an ability to interpret and evaluate/critique culture in general and to apply all of the aforementioned to a specific cultural miieu and perspective from its origins through the present.

Supervised work done under the direction of a faculty member of the department. Permission of the chair required. May be repeated under a different title.

Taught in English by specialists in foreign languages and literatures, this course offers unique insights into literature from perspectives within and across cultural boundaries as well as into the problematic of translation itself. Original language, content and theme vary. Prerequisite: Permission of the department chair.

Elementary Russian II

Intermediate Russian II

Fundamentals of comprehension, speaking, reading and writing in Spanish with emphasis on pronunciation and oral expression. Designed for the non–heritage student, MILAB is an integral part of SPAN 1331 and 1332, requiring additional time each week outside class. Students who have heritage or native–speaking knowledge of Spanish will not be allowed to register for these courses.

Fundamentals of comprehension, speaking, reading and writing in Spanish with emphasis on pronunciation and oral expression. Designed for the non–heritage student, MILAB is an integral part of SPAN 1331 and 1332, requiring additional time each week outside class. Students who have heritage or native–speaking knowledge of Spanish will not be allowed to register for these courses.

One–semester refresher course in all the basic skills for students who have at least two years of formal Spanish instruction but, due to performance or timing, are not true beginners or sufficiently prepared for an intermediate class. After successfully completing this class, students can enter SPAN 2331. This course is not open to students with credit in SPAN 1331 or 1332.

Further development of comprehension, speaking, reading and writing skills. Integration of grammar and cultural content. Designed for the non–heritage student.

Further development of comprehension, speaking, reading and writing skills. Integration of grammar and cultural content. Designed for the non–heritage student.

Review of the basic elements of language; builds vocabulary and comprehension, and develops both oral and written expression, all in cultural context. Designed for heritage speakers.

A conversational approach to language. Further development of basic Spanish grammar, vocabulary and phrases, particularly applicable to everyday situations. Designed for the non–native student. Offered in Study Abroad only.

Provides the student with the specific vocabulary, structure and cultural insight in order to effectively deal with the growing Spanish–speaking component of U.S. or international Business.

(BIED 3335) Designed to develop fluency in speaking Spanish in the non–native speaker. Lively discussion of current news published in Hispanic newspapers and magazines and comparison of themes in modern society. 3350 is offered in the Study Abroad Program only.

(BIED 3336) Designed to develop fluency in speaking Spanish in the non–native speaker. Lively discussion of current news published in Hispanic newspapers and magazines and comparison of themes in modern society. 3350 is offered in the Study Abroad Program only.

Emphasis on composition practice, including grammar usage and style. Structural analysis of Spanish grammar. A comparative study of English and Spanish; points of departure and similarities. Appropriate for students of all aspects of language, including translation, bilingual education and target–language teaching.

Provides the student with the specific vocabulary, structure and cultural insight to effectively interpret the message intended in translating Spanish/English or English/Spanish. The course emphasizes the translation of the underlying message and its implications based upon cultural context.

Provides the student with the specific vocabulary, structure and cultural insight to effectively deal with the growing Spanish–speaking component of the U.S. or international medical scene. The course emphasizes interaction between the health professional and the Spanish–speaking patient/client as well as access to Spanish–language medical sources.

Provides the directed student with the specific vocabulary, structure and cultural insight to effectively deal with the growing Spanish–speaking component of the U.S. or international print media scene. While incorporating the necessary grammar and vocabulary, the course emphasizes cultural interaction and journalistic practices in the Spanish–language media as well as access to Spanish–language media professionals and sources.

(BIED 3350) Designed to develop fluency in speaking Spanish in the non–native speaker. Lively discussion of current news published in Hispanic newspapers and magazines and comparison of themes in modern society. 3350 is offered in the Study Abroad Program only.

An introduction to the great modern writers of Spain and Latin America; a study of theater, poetry, short stories, novels and essays from Jacinto Benavente to Gabriel Garcia Marquez.

An overview of major Mexican writers from Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz to Carlos Fuentes; a comparison of styles, viewpoints and themes.

A one–semester volunteer work experience with an organization that works with Spanish–speakers in some context.

Supervised work done under the direction of a faculty member of the department. May be repeated under a different title. Prerequisite: permission of program chair.

Upper–division treatment of selected topics of mutual interest to the faculty member and students. Prerequisite: permission of program chair.

A one–semester volunteer work experience with an organization that works with Spanish–speakers in some context.

Supervised work done under the direction of a faculty member of the department. May be repeated under a different title. Prerequisite: permission of program chair.

Upper–division treatment of selected topics of mutual interest to the faculty member and students. Prerequisite: permission of program chair.

An overview of Spanish–American literature from the Spanish conquest to the 20th century.

The main works of Spanish literature from Mio Cid to the end of the 17th century.

Encourages the development in students of enhanced gender and ethnic consciousness of the Hispanic world. The student will develop a familiarity with, an appreciation for, and an ability to interpret and evaluate Hispanic literature and studio art by women, keeping gender and ethnic consciousness in mind.

Study of the origins of the Spanish language and its evolution into modern Spanish. Samples of literary texts in Old Spanish.

Designed for students who wish to practice writing fiction. Students will explore what makes a short story, a play, a poem work, paying close attention to narrative structure, plot, beginnings/endings, character development, theme, etc. Short stories, one–act plays, poems and images provide a point of departure for discussion. Emphasis on discussion of students’ writing. Limited enrollment. Permission of faculty member required.

Study of major Spanish and Latin American films in their socio–political, historical and aesthetic contexts. Prerequisite: SPAN 3335, 3336, 3337, or permission of the faculty member.

Study of history, sociopolitical events, art, literature and customs of Spain. Provides the students with the specific cultural insight to deal effectively with the growing Spanish–speaking component of the U.S. or international scene.

Study of history, sociopolitical events, art, literature and customs of the Spanish American countries and the growing Latino population in the U.S. or international scene.

A one–semester volunteer work experience with an organization that works with Spanish–speakers in some context.

Supervised work done under the direction of a faculty member of the department. May be repeated under a different title. Prerequisite: permission of program chair.

Upper–division treatment of selected topics of mutual interest to the faculty member and students. Prerequisite: permission of program chair.

Upper-division treatment of selected topics of mutual interest to the faculty member and students. Prerequisite: Department Consent.