Department of Modern and Classical Languages

Courses taught in English

(these courses will not satisfy college requirements for analytical skills or language arts)

CHI 200    Chinese Popular Culture (CD) A general introduction to China's distinct cultural identity, as represented in its poetry, prose fiction, cinema, arts, and folklore. This course will also compare important cultural differences between the United States and China in the domains of business etiquette and social conventions. 

FRE 200    Francophone Women Writers in Translation (H/CD)    A survey of various themes and social question regarding the position that women have held in French society from the 12th century to the present, as these are treated in poetry, prose fiction, cinema and drama by and about women. Conducted in English, with all texts read in translation, this course is open to all students, regardless of their background in French.  

ITA 200    Italian Popular Culture  (H)    This course introduces students to various aspects of Italian culture, with an emphasis on contemporary trends in art, politics, religion, and entertainment. Students will explore several issues in Italian cultural studies, including national stereotypes, popular culture, the media, social and political identities, minority populations, and current news stories. Conducted in English, this course is open to all students, regardless of their background in Italian language. 

JPN 200    Japanese Popular Culture (CD) A general introduction to Japan’s distinct cultural identity, as represented in its poetry, prose fiction, cinema, arts, and folklore. This course will also compare important cultural differences between the United States and Japan in the domains of business etiquette and social conventions.

LAS 200    Latin America from Latin America--A Survey (H/CD) An introduction to Latin American history, geography, economy, and culture from Pre-Columbian times to the 1800's. With an interdisciplinary approach, through videoconference and web technologies, specialized scholars from universities abroad present topics designed to portray Latin America from a Latin American point of view.

LAS 201    Latin American Art of the Twentieth Century (H/CD) Students will be given the unique experience of creating an exhibition of works by Latin American artists in the Castellani's collection from the initial selection process through the various components of publicizing the show, thus introducing the full "behind the scenes" activities of museum work. The rich stylistic history of the 20th century Latin American art will be introduced week by week as students delve deeper into researching the artwork and museum procedures to display and explain it.