Global Languages and Cultures
Majors:
- Bachelor of Arts, German Studies
- Bachelor of Arts, Global French Studies
- Bachelor or Arts, Spanish
- Bachelor of Arts, International Studies
Concentrations (International Studies):
- Global Health and Environment
- Global Migration and Economic Development
- International Business
- International Education
- International Journalism and New Media
- Peace and Global Security
Minors:
- Ancient Greco-Roman Studies
- Arabic
- Asian Studies
- Chinese
- French
- German
- Global Cultures
- International Studies
- Italian
- Middle East and North Africa Studies
- Slavic Studies
- Spanish
Certificate:
The Department of Global Languages and Cultures offers instruction in Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), French, German, Italian, Latin, Russian, and Spanish and thus brings a distinctively international perspective to the university community. The language programs focus on the development of proficiency in speaking, writing, reading, and listening, and integrate the study of literature, linguistics, business, and culture.
Faculty members in the Department of Global Languages and Cultures lead one-month language-immersion study programs in France, Germany, Latin America, and Spain in conjunction with the Global and Intercultural Affairs Center (GIA). Participants in these programs can earn up to seven semester hours of language credit.
Students in B.A. programs can acquire teacher licensure in French, German, or Spanish through the dual-degree B.A. and B.S.E. programs conducted in conjunction with the Department of Teacher Education in the School of Education and Health Sciences. For details consult the department chairperson.
All new students who have previously studied their language of choice, continue their study in courses in which all enrolled students are at approximately the same level of proficiency. Students' proficiency levels for the first enrollment in a language class are determined by the results of the department's two-phase placement examination. Credit, but not placement, is awarded for scores of three or higher on the Advanced Placement language examinations.
Majors
A major in French or Spanish consists of 28 semester hours at the 300-level or higher. A major in German consists of 27-29 semester hours at the 101-level and above. Up to three courses may be taken in English (see approved list below). Many students combine a major in the department with a major in another discipline.
At least one-half of all course work for the majors in French, Spanish and German must be completed at the University of Dayton.
The International Studies program is designed to provide students with a broad educational foundation for leadership and service in the complex global community. Providing our students with the tools necessary to understand complex international issues, the curriculum includes foundation courses in language arts, humanities, and social sciences, one of several thematic concentrations, and a senior capstone. The self-designed experiential learning component allows majors to expand their language skills and knowledge of other countries while gaining valuable on-site experience through the University’s education abroad programs or by participating in one of several domestic internships with an international focus. Our graduates are employed by government agencies, humanitarian organizations, multi-national corporations, law enforcement agencies, educational institutions, and law firms throughout the United States and other parts of the world.
Minors
A minor in French or Spanish consists of 12 semester hours at the 300-400 level in the target language. Courses in English do not count.
A minor in German or Italian consists of of 15-17 semester hours at the 101-level and above. One course may be taken in English (see approved list below).
A minor in Chinese consists of 12 semester hours at the 300-400 level. No more than 6 semester hours of the course work in the minor may be taken in courses taught in English.
A minor in Arabic consists of 12 semester hours at the 300-400 level. One course applied to this Minor can be taught in English.
The minor in International Studies consists of 21 semester hours.
Minors in area studies consist of 15 hours and are open to all UD students (including INS majors) wishing to add regional specialization to their course of study.
Courses beyond the 100-level in Latin and Russian are not offered on a regular basis. Please consult the department chairperson for details.
FACULTY LISTING
Bachelor of Arts, German Studies (GMS) minimum 120 hours
The Common Academic Program (CAP) is an innovative curriculum that is the foundation of a University of Dayton education. It is a learning experience that is shared in common among all undergraduate students, regardless of their major. Some CAP requirements must be fulfilled by courses taken at UD. Some major requirements must also be fulfilled by courses taken at UD. Students should consult with their advisor regarding applicability of transfer credit to fulfill CAP and major program requirements.
| Common Academic Program (CAP) 1 | ||
| First-Year Humanities Commons 2 | 6 cr. hrs. | |
| Chaminade Seminar: Reading and Responding to the Signs of the Times | ||
| Marie Thérèse Seminar: Human Dignity and the Common Good | ||
| Second-Year Writing Seminar | 3 cr. hrs. | |
| Oral Communication | 3 cr. hrs. | |
| Mathematics | 3 cr. hrs. | |
| Social Science | 3 cr. hrs. | |
| Arts | 3 cr. hrs. | |
| Natural Science 3 | 4 cr. hrs. | |
| Crossing Boundaries | 9 cr. hrs. | |
Faith Traditions (3 cr. hrs.) | ||
Practical Ethical Action (3 cr. hrs.) | ||
Interdisciplinary Investigations (3 cr. hrs.) 4 | ||
| Advanced Study | 9 cr. hrs. | |
Religious Studies (3 cr. hrs.) | ||
Philosophical Studies (3 cr. hrs.) | ||
Historical Studies (3 cr. hrs.) | ||
| Diversity and Social Justice 5 | 3 cr. hrs. | |
| Major Capstone 6 | 0-6 cr. hrs. | |
| Experiential Learning 7 | 0-3 cr. hrs. | |
| 1 | The credit hours listed reflect what is needed to complete each CAP component. However, they should not be viewed as a cumulative addition to a student's degree requirements because many CAP courses are designed to satisfy more than one CAP component (e.g., Crossing Boundaries and Advanced Studies) and may also satisfy requirements in the student's major. |
| 2 | May be completed with ASI 110 through the Core Program. |
| 3 | Must include a lecture course and an accompanying lab. |
| 4 | New Crossing Boundaries category effective with the 2025-26 Catalog, which incorporates all courses previously approved in the Crossing Boundaries Inquiry or Integrative categories. This new category does not include any restriction that students must take the course outside of their unit or division. |
| 5 | May not double count with First-Year Humanities Commons, Second-Year Writing, Oral Communication, Social Science, or Natural Science CAP components, but may double count with courses taken to satisfy other CAP components and/or courses taken in the student's major. |
| 6 | The course or experience is designed by faculty in each major; it may, or may not, be assigned credit hours. |
| 7 | The course or experience will have variable credit, depending on the intensity and duration of the experience, or where it is housed in existing curricular and co-curricular spaces. |
A liberal studies degree from the University of Dayton is grounded in the institution's Catholic and Marianist tradition, which emphasizes holistic education, community, service, and social justice. The program encourages students to explore a wide range of subjects, integrating knowledge from the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, and fine arts. Overall, a liberal studies degree from the University of Dayton not only provides a comprehensive educational experience but also instills values that encourage students to contribute positively to society.
The Bachelor of Arts degree requires a minimum of 120 credit hours. All BA students will complete the Liberal Studies Curriculum as part of their degree plan. This Curriculum provides students with a breadth of study and experiences in the humanities, the creative and performing arts, the social sciences, and the natural sciences. It provides a distinct complement to the specialized study in a major and presupposes, builds upon and enhances the University’s Common Academic Program (CAP). No credits may double-count toward CAP or the first major and also the Liberal Studies Curriculum requirements, including the language context course options.
| Liberal Studies Curriculum | ||
| Language Proficiency 1 | 0-9 | |
| Breadth and Depth Requirements 2 | 24 | |
| Breadth: Earn 3 credits in each of the five categories: | ||
Arts | ||
Humanities | ||
Social Sciences | ||
Natural Sciences and Mathematics | ||
CAS Interdisciplinary Programs (options include courses with HRS, WGS, MST, RCE, SEE, DST, and INS prefixes) | ||
| Depth: Take 9 additional credits of CAS courses from any combination of breadth categories | ||
| Total Hours | 24-33 | |
| 1 | Students demonstrate basic practical communication in a language other than English. |
| 2 | No more than 12 of the 24 credit hours may come from 100- or 200-level courses. None of the 24 credit hours may also count toward CAP or the first major. If students take a 3-credit context course toward language proficiency, those credits may count here. |
| Major Requirements | ||
| Select ten courses from the following (to total at least 30 credit hours): 1 | 30 | |
GER courses (at the 101-level and above) | ||
| From Thor to Tolkien: Norse Mythology and Fantasy Literature | ||
| Fairy Tales | ||
| German Literature & Civilization | ||
| Immigrants, Refugees, and National Images: German-American Relations | ||
| Gender, Sexuality & the Holocaust | ||
| Nazi Cinema and Mass Manipulation in the Third Reich | ||
| Green Germany, Sustainability and Environmental Justice | ||
| The Holocaust in Literature, Film & Culture | ||
| Introduction to Linguistics | ||
| GER 480 | Senior Capstone 2 | 0 |
| Total Hours | 30 | |
| 1 | At least SIX courses need to be taken in German; up to FOUR courses may be taken in English. Substitutions are allowed with the approval of the German advisor. |
| 2 | Required of all senior majors who have German as their first major or are not completing a capstone in another major. |
| Breadth | ||
| ASI 150 | Introduction to the University Experience | 1 |
| Total Hours to total at least | 120 | |
Bachelor of Arts, Global French Studies (GFS) minimum 120 hours
The Common Academic Program (CAP) is an innovative curriculum that is the foundation of a University of Dayton education. It is a learning experience that is shared in common among all undergraduate students, regardless of their major. Some CAP requirements must be fulfilled by courses taken at UD. Some major requirements must also be fulfilled by courses taken at UD. Students should consult with their advisor regarding applicability of transfer credit to fulfill CAP and major program requirements.
| Common Academic Program (CAP) 1 | ||
| First-Year Humanities Commons 2 | 6 cr. hrs. | |
| Chaminade Seminar: Reading and Responding to the Signs of the Times | ||
| Marie Thérèse Seminar: Human Dignity and the Common Good | ||
| Second-Year Writing Seminar | 3 cr. hrs. | |
| Oral Communication | 3 cr. hrs. | |
| Mathematics | 3 cr. hrs. | |
| Social Science | 3 cr. hrs. | |
| Arts | 3 cr. hrs. | |
| Natural Science 3 | 4 cr. hrs. | |
| Crossing Boundaries | 9 cr. hrs. | |
Faith Traditions (3 cr. hrs.) | ||
Practical Ethical Action (3 cr. hrs.) | ||
Interdisciplinary Investigations (3 cr. hrs.) 4 | ||
| Advanced Study | 9 cr. hrs. | |
Religious Studies (3 cr. hrs.) | ||
Philosophical Studies (3 cr. hrs.) | ||
Historical Studies (3 cr. hrs.) | ||
| Diversity and Social Justice 5 | 3 cr. hrs. | |
| Major Capstone 6 | 0-6 cr. hrs. | |
| Experiential Learning 7 | 0-3 cr. hrs. | |
| 1 | The credit hours listed reflect what is needed to complete each CAP component. However, they should not be viewed as a cumulative addition to a student's degree requirements because many CAP courses are designed to satisfy more than one CAP component (e.g., Crossing Boundaries and Advanced Studies) and may also satisfy requirements in the student's major. |
| 2 | May be completed with ASI 110 through the Core Program. |
| 3 | Must include a lecture course and an accompanying lab. |
| 4 | New Crossing Boundaries category effective with the 2025-26 Catalog, which incorporates all courses previously approved in the Crossing Boundaries Inquiry or Integrative categories. This new category does not include any restriction that students must take the course outside of their unit or division. |
| 5 | May not double count with First-Year Humanities Commons, Second-Year Writing, Oral Communication, Social Science, or Natural Science CAP components, but may double count with courses taken to satisfy other CAP components and/or courses taken in the student's major. |
| 6 | The course or experience is designed by faculty in each major; it may, or may not, be assigned credit hours. |
| 7 | The course or experience will have variable credit, depending on the intensity and duration of the experience, or where it is housed in existing curricular and co-curricular spaces. |
A liberal studies degree from the University of Dayton is grounded in the institution's Catholic and Marianist tradition, which emphasizes holistic education, community, service, and social justice. The program encourages students to explore a wide range of subjects, integrating knowledge from the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, and fine arts. Overall, a liberal studies degree from the University of Dayton not only provides a comprehensive educational experience but also instills values that encourage students to contribute positively to society.
The Bachelor of Arts degree requires a minimum of 120 credit hours. All BA students will complete the Liberal Studies Curriculum as part of their degree plan. This Curriculum provides students with a breadth of study and experiences in the humanities, the creative and performing arts, the social sciences, and the natural sciences. It provides a distinct complement to the specialized study in a major and presupposes, builds upon and enhances the University’s Common Academic Program (CAP). No credits may double-count toward CAP or the first major and also the Liberal Studies Curriculum requirements, including the language context course options.
| Liberal Studies Curriculum | ||
| Language Proficiency 1 | 0-9 | |
| Breadth and Depth Requirements 2 | 24 | |
| Breadth: Earn 3 credits in each of the five categories: | ||
Arts | ||
Humanities | ||
Social Sciences | ||
Natural Sciences and Mathematics | ||
CAS Interdisciplinary Programs (options include courses with HRS, WGS, MST, RCE, SEE, DST, and INS prefixes) | ||
| Depth: Take 9 additional credits of CAS courses from any combination of breadth categories | ||
| Total Hours | 24-33 | |
| 1 | Students demonstrate basic practical communication in a language other than English. |
| 2 | No more than 12 of the 24 credit hours may come from 100- or 200-level courses. None of the 24 credit hours may also count toward CAP or the first major. If students take a 3-credit context course toward language proficiency, those credits may count here. |
| Major Requirements | ||
| FRN 101 | Introduction to French I | 3 |
| FRN 141 | Introduction to French II | 3 |
| FRN 201 | Bon voyage! French for Travel | 3 |
| LNG 495 | The Language Major in Professional Careers (Satisfies CAP Major Capstone) | 1 |
| Select 7 additional courses from the following | 21 | |
| Snapshots in French from around the Globe | ||
| Topics in Global French Studies | ||
| Introduction to Commercial French | ||
| Phonetics and Diction | ||
| French Culture & Civilization | ||
| History of French Cinema | ||
| French Literature | ||
| French Linguistics | ||
| Independent Study | ||
| Languages of the World: A Linguistic and Cultural Exploration | ||
| Intercultural Leadership in a Globalized World | ||
| The French-Speaking World through Cinema | ||
| Pop Culture in the French-Speaking World: Street Art, Comics, Music, and Beyond | ||
| Paris Pulse: Navigating the City's Past, Present, and Future | ||
| "Miam-Miam" : Food in French and Francophone Cultures | ||
| French and Francophone Ecosystems | ||
| Haiti : Pearl of The Antilles Then and Now | ||
| Introduction to Linguistics | ||
| Total Hours | 31 | |
| Breadth | ||
| ASI 150 | Introduction to the University Experience | 1 |
| Total Hours to total at least | 120 | |
Bachelor of Arts, Spanish (SPN) minimum 120 hours
The Common Academic Program (CAP) is an innovative curriculum that is the foundation of a University of Dayton education. It is a learning experience that is shared in common among all undergraduate students, regardless of their major. Some CAP requirements must be fulfilled by courses taken at UD. Some major requirements must also be fulfilled by courses taken at UD. Students should consult with their advisor regarding applicability of transfer credit to fulfill CAP and major program requirements.
| Common Academic Program (CAP) 1 | ||
| First-Year Humanities Commons 2 | 6 cr. hrs. | |
| Chaminade Seminar: Reading and Responding to the Signs of the Times | ||
| Marie Thérèse Seminar: Human Dignity and the Common Good | ||
| Second-Year Writing Seminar | 3 cr. hrs. | |
| Oral Communication | 3 cr. hrs. | |
| Mathematics | 3 cr. hrs. | |
| Social Science | 3 cr. hrs. | |
| Arts | 3 cr. hrs. | |
| Natural Science 3 | 4 cr. hrs. | |
| Crossing Boundaries | 9 cr. hrs. | |
Faith Traditions (3 cr. hrs.) | ||
Practical Ethical Action (3 cr. hrs.) | ||
Interdisciplinary Investigations (3 cr. hrs.) 4 | ||
| Advanced Study | 9 cr. hrs. | |
Religious Studies (3 cr. hrs.) | ||
Philosophical Studies (3 cr. hrs.) | ||
Historical Studies (3 cr. hrs.) | ||
| Diversity and Social Justice 5 | 3 cr. hrs. | |
| Major Capstone 6 | 0-6 cr. hrs. | |
| Experiential Learning 7 | 0-3 cr. hrs. | |
| 1 | The credit hours listed reflect what is needed to complete each CAP component. However, they should not be viewed as a cumulative addition to a student's degree requirements because many CAP courses are designed to satisfy more than one CAP component (e.g., Crossing Boundaries and Advanced Studies) and may also satisfy requirements in the student's major. |
| 2 | May be completed with ASI 110 through the Core Program. |
| 3 | Must include a lecture course and an accompanying lab. |
| 4 | New Crossing Boundaries category effective with the 2025-26 Catalog, which incorporates all courses previously approved in the Crossing Boundaries Inquiry or Integrative categories. This new category does not include any restriction that students must take the course outside of their unit or division. |
| 5 | May not double count with First-Year Humanities Commons, Second-Year Writing, Oral Communication, Social Science, or Natural Science CAP components, but may double count with courses taken to satisfy other CAP components and/or courses taken in the student's major. |
| 6 | The course or experience is designed by faculty in each major; it may, or may not, be assigned credit hours. |
| 7 | The course or experience will have variable credit, depending on the intensity and duration of the experience, or where it is housed in existing curricular and co-curricular spaces. |
A liberal studies degree from the University of Dayton is grounded in the institution's Catholic and Marianist tradition, which emphasizes holistic education, community, service, and social justice. The program encourages students to explore a wide range of subjects, integrating knowledge from the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, and fine arts. Overall, a liberal studies degree from the University of Dayton not only provides a comprehensive educational experience but also instills values that encourage students to contribute positively to society.
The Bachelor of Arts degree requires a minimum of 120 credit hours. All BA students will complete the Liberal Studies Curriculum as part of their degree plan. This Curriculum provides students with a breadth of study and experiences in the humanities, the creative and performing arts, the social sciences, and the natural sciences. It provides a distinct complement to the specialized study in a major and presupposes, builds upon and enhances the University’s Common Academic Program (CAP). No credits may double-count toward CAP or the first major and also the Liberal Studies Curriculum requirements, including the language context course options.
| Liberal Studies Curriculum | ||
| Language Proficiency 1 | 0-9 | |
| Breadth and Depth Requirements 2 | 24 | |
| Breadth: Earn 3 credits in each of the five categories: | ||
Arts | ||
Humanities | ||
Social Sciences | ||
Natural Sciences and Mathematics | ||
CAS Interdisciplinary Programs (options include courses with HRS, WGS, MST, RCE, SEE, DST, and INS prefixes) | ||
| Depth: Take 9 additional credits of CAS courses from any combination of breadth categories | ||
| Total Hours | 24-33 | |
| 1 | Students demonstrate basic practical communication in a language other than English. |
| 2 | No more than 12 of the 24 credit hours may come from 100- or 200-level courses. None of the 24 credit hours may also count toward CAP or the first major. If students take a 3-credit context course toward language proficiency, those credits may count here. |
| Major Requirements | 31 | |
| LNG 495 | The Language Major in Professional Careers (Satisfies CAP Major Capstone) | 1 |
| SPN 101 | Introduction to Spanish I | 3 |
| SPN 141 | Introduction to Spanish II | 3 |
| SPN 201 | Intermediate Spanish I | 3 |
| SPN 301 | Communicating in Spanish (Pre-requisite for all 300 level courses) | 3 |
| Select one course from: | 3 | |
| Oral and Written Expression in Spanish I | ||
or SPN 303 | Oral and Written Expression in Spanish II | |
| Select 5 additional courses from the following. Up to 6 credit hours, or 2 courses from the approved list of GLC or LNG courses below, may be taken in English. | 15 | |
| Latinx and Latin American Studies Theories and Methods | ||
| Latin/x America and Performing Human Rights | ||
| US Latinx Literature | ||
| Hispanic Literature in Translation | ||
| Introduction to Linguistics | ||
| Spanish for the Professions | ||
| Spanish in Business Settings | ||
| Spanish for the Health Professions | ||
| Spain Today: Films, Music, Festivals | ||
| Advanced Spanish Grammar and Syntax | ||
| Spanish Culture & Civilzation | ||
| Latin American Culture & Civilization | ||
| Performing Human Rights in Latin/x America | ||
| The Hispanophone Caribbean | ||
| Revolt and Change in Latin American and Latinx Communities | ||
| Survey of Spanish Literature I | ||
| Survey of Spanish Literature II | ||
| Survey of Latin American Literature I | ||
| Survey of Latin American Literature II | ||
| Study Abroad | ||
| Spanish & Ibero-American Cinema | ||
| Sustainability in Spanish | ||
| Advanced Spanish Conversation I: Current Events in Spain | ||
| Spanish Sociolinguistics | ||
| Topics in Pre-20th Century Spanish Literature | ||
| Topics in Pre-20th Century Spanish-American Literature | ||
| Spanish Linguistics | ||
| Topics from 20th and 21st Century Spanish Literature | ||
| Topics in Contemporary Spanish-American Literature and Film | ||
| Honors Thesis Project | ||
| Honors Thesis Project | ||
| Spanish & Ibero-American Cinema | ||
| Independent Study | ||
| Breadth | ||
| ASI 150 | Introduction to the University Experience | 1 |
| Total Hours to total at least | 120 | |
Bachelor of Arts, International Studies (INS) minimum 120 hours
The Common Academic Program (CAP) is an innovative curriculum that is the foundation of a University of Dayton education. It is a learning experience that is shared in common among all undergraduate students, regardless of their major. Some CAP requirements must be fulfilled by courses taken at UD. Some major requirements must also be fulfilled by courses taken at UD. Students should consult with their advisor regarding applicability of transfer credit to fulfill CAP and major program requirements.
| Common Academic Program (CAP) 1 | ||
| First-Year Humanities Commons 2 | 6 cr. hrs. | |
| Chaminade Seminar: Reading and Responding to the Signs of the Times | ||
| Marie Thérèse Seminar: Human Dignity and the Common Good | ||
| Second-Year Writing Seminar | 3 cr. hrs. | |
| Oral Communication | 3 cr. hrs. | |
| Mathematics | 3 cr. hrs. | |
| Social Science | 3 cr. hrs. | |
| Arts | 3 cr. hrs. | |
| Natural Science 3 | 4 cr. hrs. | |
| Crossing Boundaries | 9 cr. hrs. | |
Faith Traditions (3 cr. hrs.) | ||
Practical Ethical Action (3 cr. hrs.) | ||
Interdisciplinary Investigations (3 cr. hrs.) 4 | ||
| Advanced Study | 9 cr. hrs. | |
Religious Studies (3 cr. hrs.) | ||
Philosophical Studies (3 cr. hrs.) | ||
Historical Studies (3 cr. hrs.) | ||
| Diversity and Social Justice 5 | 3 cr. hrs. | |
| Major Capstone 6 | 0-6 cr. hrs. | |
| Experiential Learning 7 | 0-3 cr. hrs. | |
| 1 | The credit hours listed reflect what is needed to complete each CAP component. However, they should not be viewed as a cumulative addition to a student's degree requirements because many CAP courses are designed to satisfy more than one CAP component (e.g., Crossing Boundaries and Advanced Studies) and may also satisfy requirements in the student's major. |
| 2 | May be completed with ASI 110 through the Core Program. |
| 3 | Must include a lecture course and an accompanying lab. |
| 4 | New Crossing Boundaries category effective with the 2025-26 Catalog, which incorporates all courses previously approved in the Crossing Boundaries Inquiry or Integrative categories. This new category does not include any restriction that students must take the course outside of their unit or division. |
| 5 | May not double count with First-Year Humanities Commons, Second-Year Writing, Oral Communication, Social Science, or Natural Science CAP components, but may double count with courses taken to satisfy other CAP components and/or courses taken in the student's major. |
| 6 | The course or experience is designed by faculty in each major; it may, or may not, be assigned credit hours. |
| 7 | The course or experience will have variable credit, depending on the intensity and duration of the experience, or where it is housed in existing curricular and co-curricular spaces. |
A liberal studies degree from the University of Dayton is grounded in the institution's Catholic and Marianist tradition, which emphasizes holistic education, community, service, and social justice. The program encourages students to explore a wide range of subjects, integrating knowledge from the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, and fine arts. Overall, a liberal studies degree from the University of Dayton not only provides a comprehensive educational experience but also instills values that encourage students to contribute positively to society.
The Bachelor of Arts degree requires a minimum of 120 credit hours. All BA students will complete the Liberal Studies Curriculum as part of their degree plan. This Curriculum provides students with a breadth of study and experiences in the humanities, the creative and performing arts, the social sciences, and the natural sciences. It provides a distinct complement to the specialized study in a major and presupposes, builds upon and enhances the University’s Common Academic Program (CAP). No credits may double-count toward CAP or the first major and also the Liberal Studies Curriculum requirements, including the language context course options.
| Liberal Studies Curriculum | ||
| Language Proficiency 1 | 0-9 | |
| Breadth and Depth Requirements 2 | 24 | |
| Breadth: Earn 3 credits in each of the five categories: | ||
Arts | ||
Humanities | ||
Social Sciences | ||
Natural Sciences and Mathematics | ||
CAS Interdisciplinary Programs (options include courses with HRS, WGS, MST, RCE, SEE, DST, and INS prefixes) | ||
| Depth: Take 9 additional credits of CAS courses from any combination of breadth categories | ||
| Total Hours | 24-33 | |
| 1 | Students demonstrate basic practical communication in a language other than English. |
| 2 | No more than 12 of the 24 credit hours may come from 100- or 200-level courses. None of the 24 credit hours may also count toward CAP or the first major. If students take a 3-credit context course toward language proficiency, those credits may count here. |
| Major Requirements 1 | ||
| International Studies Core Curriculum | 16 | |
| Culture & Power | ||
| Principles of Microeconomics | ||
| Principles of Macroeconomics | ||
| Introduction to International Relations | ||
or POL 202 | Introduction to Comparative Politics | |
| International Experience | ||
| Senior Capstone Seminar (Satisfies CAP Major Capstone) 2 | ||
| Language Proficiency: 3 credit hours minimum in one of the following languages 3 | 3 | |
Arabic: Complete ARA 201 or a more advanced ARA language course | ||
Chinese: Complete CHI 201 or a more advanced CHI language course | ||
French: Complete FRN 301 or a more advanced FRN language course | ||
German: Complete GER 301 or a more advanced GER language course | ||
Italian: Complete ITA 201 or a more advanced ITA language course | ||
Russian: Complete RUS 201 or a more advanced RUS language course | ||
Spanish: Complete SPN 302 or a more advanced SPN language course | ||
| Select one concentration: Global Health and Environment, Global Migration and Economic Development, International Business, or Peace and Global Security | 9 | |
| Select two courses from INS electives: | 6 | |
| Language & Culture | ||
| Cultures of Latin America | ||
| Cultures of Africa | ||
| Making of Modern South Asia | ||
| Literature in its Cultural Contexts | ||
| Colonial & Postcolonial Literature | ||
| TESOL Methods for Teaching English Language Learners | ||
| Languages of the World: A Linguistic and Cultural Exploration | ||
| Post-Soviet Popular Cultures | ||
| Soviet and Russian Film | ||
| Arabic Culture in the Middle East and North Africa | ||
| The French-Speaking World through Cinema | ||
| Pop Culture in the French-Speaking World: Street Art, Comics, Music, and Beyond | ||
| Paris Pulse: Navigating the City's Past, Present, and Future | ||
| "Miam-Miam" : Food in French and Francophone Cultures | ||
| Chinese Civilization and Culture | ||
| Understanding East Asia Through Food | ||
| Haiti : Pearl of The Antilles Then and Now | ||
| Making of Modern South Asia | ||
| Mare Nostrum: The Mediterranean and its People, 500-1600 | ||
| History of Pre-Modern East Asia | ||
| Making of the Modern Middle East | ||
| History of Spain | ||
| Modern Europe in Decline 1900-1945 | ||
| Postwar Europe 1945-1990 | ||
| The British Empire | ||
| Russia, The Soviet Union & Beyond 1860-Present | ||
| Tolstoy's Russia | ||
| India: Traditions and Encounters | ||
| History of Modern East Asia | ||
| Making of the Modern Middle East | ||
| History of the Palestinian-Israeli Conflict | ||
| Hst of South Asia | ||
| History of Africa - 19th Century to the Present | ||
| Gandhi, Non Violence and Resistance around the World | ||
| History of Women in European Societies | ||
| History of Women & Gender in the Middle East | ||
| Modern Latin America | ||
| The Soviet Experiment: From Lenin to Putin | ||
| History of Mexico | ||
| History of the Caribbean | ||
| Economic History of Latin America | ||
| China in Revolution | ||
| Introduction to Musics of the World | ||
| Japanese Philosophy | ||
| Asian Philosophy | ||
| African Philosophy | ||
| Islamic Philosophy & Culture | ||
| Latin American Philosophy | ||
| European Politics and Society | ||
| Russia, Ukraine, and Eurasia | ||
| Comparative Politics: Latin America | ||
| United States - Latin American Relations | ||
| Faith Traditions: Judaism | ||
| Faith Traditions: Islamic Religious Traditions | ||
| Topics in Judaism | ||
| Theatre Theory & History | ||
| Latin American Art | ||
| Arts of Asia | ||
| Italian Renaissance Art | ||
| PostColonial and Global Art Histories | ||
| Comparative Visual Culture in Film | ||
| Global South Feminisms | ||
| Total Hours | 34 | |
Select one concentration from: 4
Global Health and Environment
| Foundation course: | 3 | |
| Introduction to Sustainability, Energy & the Environment | ||
| Select two courses from: | 6 | |
| Topics in Medical Anthropology | ||
| Ecology | ||
| Biology of Infectious Disease | ||
| Energy Resources | ||
| Health Communication | ||
| Economics of the Environment | ||
| Literature and the Environment | ||
| Health Literacy and Social Justice | ||
| Writing in the Health Professions | ||
| Environmental Geology | ||
| Applied Geographic Information Systems | ||
| Environmental Remote Sensing | ||
| Bodies and Health in the Ancient World | ||
| Green Germany, Sustainability and Environmental Justice | ||
| Cities and Energy | ||
| Environmental History | ||
| French and Francophone Ecosystems | ||
| Animal History: A Global History of Human-Animal Relations | ||
| Climate History: A Global History of the Human-Climate Interface | ||
| Medical Ethics | ||
| Environmental Ethics | ||
| Philosophy & Ecology | ||
| Philosophy of Sustainability | ||
| Environmental Policy | ||
| US & World Poverty | ||
| Christian Theology and Environmental Ethics | ||
| Ecology & Religion | ||
| Sustainable Communities | ||
| Earth Systems & Global Climate Change | ||
| Sustainable Goals | ||
| Spanish for the Health Professions | ||
| Sustainability in Spanish | ||
| Social Work & Environmental Justice | ||
Global Migration and Economic Development
| Foundation course: | 3 | |
| Economic Development & Growth | ||
| Select two courses from: | 6 | |
| Anthropology of Human Rights | ||
| Place, Culture, and Social Justice | ||
| Immigration & Immigrants | ||
| International Economics | ||
| Literature & Human Rights | ||
| Latinx and Latin American Studies Theories and Methods | ||
| Immigrants, Refugees, and National Images: German-American Relations | ||
| Latin/x America and Performing Human Rights | ||
| Haiti : Pearl of The Antilles Then and Now | ||
| US Latinx Literature | ||
| Introduction to Human Rights | ||
| Human Rights and Development in Africa | ||
| Global Immigration History | ||
| The Italian Diaspora: History and Culture | ||
| Nonprofit & Community Leadership 5 | ||
| Strategic Planning for Nonprofit & Community Organizations 5 | ||
| NGO Management & Development 5 | ||
| Grantwriting 5 | ||
| Nonprofit Community Relations 5 | ||
| Nonprofit Financial Management 5 | ||
| Politics of Human Rights | ||
| Politics of Human Rights II | ||
| United Nations System: Theory and Practice | ||
| Leadership in Nongovernmental Organizations | ||
| Social Philosophy | ||
| Philosophy & Human Rights | ||
| Faith of Immigrants | ||
| Racial & Ethnic Relations | ||
| Social Inequality | ||
| Sociology of Human Rights | ||
| Food Justice | ||
| Sociology of Globalization | ||
| Marx & Sociology | ||
| The Hispanophone Caribbean | ||
| International Social Work | ||
International Business
| Foundation course: | 3 | |
| Survey of International Business | ||
| Select two courses from: | 6 | |
| Introduction to Accounting | ||
| Accounting Information for Business Decisions II | ||
| Introduction to Financial Accounting | ||
| Economic Development & Growth | ||
| International Economics | ||
| Report & Proposal Writing | ||
| Business and Professional Writing | ||
| Finance for the Common Good | ||
| International Business Finance | ||
| Introduction to Commercial French | ||
| German for the Professions | ||
| Dangerous Work and Disaster Capitalism | ||
| The Wealth of Nations: A History of Economic Thought | ||
| Business History of the United States | ||
| Doing Business in Emerging Markets | ||
| Doing Business in Latin America | ||
| Doing Business in Asia | ||
| Doing Business in Europe | ||
| Doing Business in Africa | ||
| Export Management | ||
| Cross-Cultural Management | ||
| Global Marketing | ||
| Business Ethics | ||
| Spanish for the Professions | ||
| Spanish in Business Settings | ||
Peace and Global Security
| Select two foundation courses from: | 6 | |
| Comparative Criminal Justice Systems | ||
| History of US Foreign Relations Since 1750 | ||
| Politics of Human Rights | ||
| Politics of Human Rights II | ||
| United States National Security Policy | ||
| United Nations System: Theory and Practice | ||
| International Law & Organization | ||
| American Foreign Policy | ||
| Russian Foreign Policy | ||
| Comparative Foreign Policy | ||
| Comparative Law | ||
| Political Violence | ||
| Select one elective from: | 3 | |
| Intercultural Communication | ||
| History and Analysis of Propaganda | ||
| Rhetoric of Social Movements | ||
| International Public Relations | ||
| Gender, Sexuality & the Holocaust | ||
| Nazi Cinema and Mass Manipulation in the Third Reich | ||
| The Holocaust in Literature, Film & Culture | ||
| European Military History | ||
| The European Holocaust | ||
| Technology & the Culture of War | ||
| American Military History | ||
| History of Human Rights | ||
| Ethics of War | ||
| Political Philosophy | ||
| Philosophy & Human Rights | ||
| Nationalism & Ethnopolitics | ||
| Gender, Women’s Rights and Global Politics | ||
| Faith & Justice | ||
| The Holocaust: Theological & Religious Responses | ||
| Revolt and Change in Latin American and Latinx Communities | ||
| History of Art and Activism | ||
| Breadth | ||
| ASI 150 | Introduction to the University Experience | 1 |
| Total Hours to total at least | 120 | |
| 1 | Courses taken for the major may also count toward completion of the Common Academic Program and the Liberal Studies Curriculum. |
| 2 | Students with double majors can substitute a Capstone course for INS 499 in consultation with the INS advisor. In special circumstances and with approval of the INS advisor, INS 399: Independent Study may fulfill the capstone requirement. |
| 3 | Courses in ARA, CHI, ITA and RUS must be 201 or above. Substitutions for ARA 201, CHI 201, ITA 201, RUS 201 are allowed with approval of INS advisor and language coordinator. Courses in FRN and GER must be 301 or above. Courses in SPN must be 302 or above. Latin is not eligible for the INS language requirement. Completion satisfies the L2 requirement. |
| 4 | Students pursuing any concentration must take into account prerequisites or class standing restrictions. |
| 5 | With permission of the director of the Nonprofit & Community Leadership Certificate Program. |
Minor in Ancient Greco-Roman Studies (GRS)
The Minor in Ancient Greco-Roman Studies is designed for students interested in the languages, histories, cultures, and philosophies of the Ancient Greco-Roman world. Students can take 12 credits of their choosing from an approved list in the Minor in Ancient Greco-Roman Studies, which includes courses in Global Languages and Cultures, History, Philosophy, and English.
| Select any four of the following courses: | 12 | |
| Classical Mythology | ||
| History and Philosophy of Tragedy | ||
| Introduction to Latin I | ||
| Introduction to Latin II | ||
| Identity in Ancient Greece | ||
| Roman Imperial Rule | ||
| Ancient History & Modern Ideology | ||
| Classical Greek Philosophy | ||
| Total Hours | 12 | |
Minor in Arabic (ARA)
| Minor in Arabic (ARA) | ||
| Select four ARA courses (300/400 level) 1 | 12 | |
| Total Hours | 12 | |
| 1 | The Minor in Arabic consists of 12 semester hours at the 300-400 level. One of the following courses taught in English can be applied to this Minor: GLC 315. Modern Arabic Culture, HST 334. History of the Palestinian-Israeli Conflict, HST 329. Americans and the Middle East, REL 208. Islam, REL 408. Islam in the Modern World. A minimum of 6 semester hours of the course work in the minor must be completed at the University of Dayton. |
Minor in Asian Studies (ANS)
The Asian Studies Minor is designed for students interested in language, history, culture and philosophies of Asia. With a focus on the peoples of South and East Asia, students will be exposed to interdisciplinary methodologies and comparative perspectives. The Minor is designed to allow students to plan a structured series of courses that will contribute to an intellectual engagement and appreciation of the diversity of Asian societies. The Minor consists of 15 credits selected from the following disciplines: History, Global Languages, Philosophy, Religious Studies, Art and Design, and Business.
| Asian Studies | ||
| Select five courses from at least three different disciplines: 1 | ||
| Making of Modern South Asia | ||
| Introduction to Chinese I | ||
| Introduction to Chinese II | ||
| Special Topics in Chinese | ||
| Intermediate Chinese I | ||
| Communicating in Chinese | ||
| Chinese Conversation and Composition I | ||
| Chinese Conversation and Composition II | ||
| Directed Study | ||
| Chinese Civilization and Culture | ||
| Understanding East Asia Through Food | ||
| Beginning Hindi I | ||
| Basic Proficiency in Hindi | ||
| Intermediate Hindi I | ||
| Intermediate Hindi II | ||
| Making of Modern South Asia | ||
| History of Pre-Modern East Asia | ||
| History of East Asia to 1800 | ||
| India: Traditions and Encounters | ||
| History of Modern East Asia | ||
| Hst of South Asia | ||
| State & Secession in South Asia | ||
| Gandhi, Non Violence and Resistance around the World | ||
| China in Revolution | ||
| Seminar in Asian History | ||
| Doing Business in Asia | ||
| Music and Buddhism in Southeast Asia | ||
| Chinese Philosophy | ||
| Japanese Philosophy | ||
| Comparative East-West Philosophy | ||
| Asian Philosophy | ||
| Hinduism | ||
| Buddhism | ||
| Comparative Visual Culture in Film | ||
| Arts of Asia | ||
| Total Hours | 15-16 | |
| 1 | Additional courses may be approved by the Program Director. Individual sections of courses (e.g., HUM 1 and HUM 2) may be approved for credit if the content of the section is focused on Asia. |
Minor in Chinese (CHI)
| Minor in Chinese (CHI) | ||
| Select five courses (totaling 15 credit hours): 1 | 15 | |
Any CHI course (100-level or above) | ||
| Chinese Civilization and Culture | ||
| Understanding East Asia Through Food | ||
| China in Revolution | ||
| Total Hours | 15 | |
| 1 | Three courses may be taken in English. Substitutions are allowed with the approval of the Chinese advisor. A minimum of 6 semester hours of the course work must be completed at the University of Dayton. |
Minor in French (FRN)
| French | ||
| Select five courses from the following | 15 | |
| Introduction to French I | ||
| Introduction to French II | ||
| Bon voyage! French for Travel | ||
| Snapshots in French from around the Globe | ||
| Topics in Global French Studies | ||
| Introduction to Commercial French | ||
| Phonetics and Diction | ||
| French Culture & Civilization | ||
| History of French Cinema | ||
| French Literature | ||
| French Linguistics | ||
| Independent Study | ||
| Languages of the World: A Linguistic and Cultural Exploration | ||
| Intercultural Leadership in a Globalized World | ||
| The French-Speaking World through Cinema | ||
| Pop Culture in the French-Speaking World: Street Art, Comics, Music, and Beyond | ||
| Paris Pulse: Navigating the City's Past, Present, and Future | ||
| "Miam-Miam" : Food in French and Francophone Cultures | ||
| French and Francophone Ecosystems | ||
| Haiti : Pearl of The Antilles Then and Now | ||
| Introduction to Linguistics | ||
| Total Hours | 15 | |
A minor in French consists of 15 semester hours from the list of approved courses. A minimum of 9 semester hours of course work in the minor must be completed at the University.
Minor in German (GER)
| German | ||
| Select five courses from the following (to total at least 15 credit hours): 1 | 15 | |
GER courses (101-level and above) | ||
| From Thor to Tolkien: Norse Mythology and Fantasy Literature | ||
| Fairy Tales | ||
| German Literature & Civilization | ||
| Immigrants, Refugees, and National Images: German-American Relations | ||
| Gender, Sexuality & the Holocaust | ||
| Nazi Cinema and Mass Manipulation in the Third Reich | ||
| Green Germany, Sustainability and Environmental Justice | ||
| The Holocaust in Literature, Film & Culture | ||
| Total Hours | 15 | |
| 1 | At least FOUR courses need to be taken in German; ONE course may be taken in English. Substitutions are allowed with the approval of the German advisor. |
Minor in Global Cultures (GLC)
The Minor in Global Cultures prepares students for a world that is increasingly diverse, international and interdependent by emphasizing diversity, inclusion and the understanding of other cultures, traditions, languages, lifestyles, and stories from a humanities perspective. In its focus on empathy and the understanding of as many other cultures as possible, it is relevant for a wide range of fields and beneficial to students in many disciplines, from the humanities and social sciences to education, and business: students who wish to study or work abroad, students who anticipate working with populations from different parts of the world, or students who would like to expand their horizons to a more global scale. Students take culture courses in English or in the target language from different cultural areas: Arabic, Chinese and East Asian, French and Francophone, German and Germanophone, Italian, Spanish and Latin American, Russian, and Ancient Greek and Roman. See advisor for approved list of courses. 12 semester hours in minor (minimum of 9 hours at the University of Dayton).
| Select one course from four different cultural areas: 1,2 | 12 | |
| Arabic Culture | ||
| Arabic Culture in the Middle East and North Africa | ||
| Chinese and East Asian Cultures | ||
| Chinese Civilization and Culture | ||
| Understanding East Asia Through Food | ||
| French and Francophone Cultures | ||
| Intermediate Study Abroad | ||
| French Culture & Civilization | ||
| Advanced Study Abroad | ||
| History of French Cinema | ||
| German and Germanophone Cultures | ||
| German Culture & Civilization | ||
| Germany and the New Europe | ||
| German Film | ||
| From Thor to Tolkien: Norse Mythology and Fantasy Literature | ||
| Immigrants, Refugees, and National Images: German-American Relations | ||
| Gender, Sexuality & the Holocaust | ||
| Green Germany, Sustainability and Environmental Justice | ||
| Italian Culture | ||
| Italian Culture & Civilization I | ||
| Spanish and Latin American Cultures | ||
| Latin/x America and Performing Human Rights | ||
| US Latinx Literature | ||
| Spanish Culture & Civilzation | ||
| Latin American Culture & Civilization | ||
| Performing Human Rights in Latin/x America | ||
| The Hispanophone Caribbean | ||
| Study Abroad | ||
| Russian Culture | ||
| Poetry of Resistance and Emerging Feminism under Stalin | ||
| Ancient Greek and Roman Cultures | ||
| Classical Mythology | ||
| Classical Literature in Translation | ||
| Approved Courses from Other Disciplines 3,4 | ||
| ABD XXX; ANT 352; CMM 316, 414; ENG 304, 341, 360, 367; HST 280, 303, 310, 318, 321, 323, 326, 328, 330, 358, 382, 386, 389; MUS 362; PHL 350, 351, 355, 365, 379; POL 409; REL 208, 267, 306, 308, 309, 322, 323, 358, 378, 408; VAH 450 | ||
| 1 | A minimum of 9 credit hours of the course work in the minor must be taken at the University of Dayton. |
| 2 | Courses with the "GLC" prefix are taught in English whereas courses with the prefixes FRN, GER, ITA, SPN are taught in the target language. |
| 3 | A maximum of one Approved Course from another discipline is allowed. Fulfills one cultural area listed above, depending on topic. Must be selected in consultation with the department chair. |
| 4 | Requests to have courses outside of the approved list count toward the minor will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis by the Department of Global Languages and Cultures committee. |
Minor in International Studies (INS)
| International Studies | ||
| ECO 203 | Principles of Microeconomics | 3 |
| ECO 204 | Principles of Macroeconomics | 3 |
| POL 214 | Introduction to International Relations (Select one of the following LNG courses. (More advanced-level LNG courses can also satisfy this requirement):) | 3 |
| Select one of the following LNG courses. (More advanced-level LNG courses can also satisfy this requirement.) | 3 | |
| Introduction to Arabic II | ||
or CHI 141 | Introduction to Chinese II | |
or FRN 301 | Snapshots in French from around the Globe | |
or GER 301 | Communicating in German | |
or ITA 141 | Introduction to Italian II | |
or RUS 141 | Introduction to Russian II | |
or SPN 301 | Communicating in Spanish | |
| Select one INS elective (300/400 level) 1 | 3 | |
| Total Hours | 15 | |
| 1 | Select one approved course from the current International Studies curriculum, in consultation with the INS advisor. |
Minor in Italian (ITA)
| Italian | ||
| Select five ITA courses (101 and above) 1 | 15-17 | |
| Total Hours | 15-17 | |
| 1 | A minor in Italian consists of 15-17 semester hours at the 101-level and above. At least FOUR courses need to be taken in Italian; ONE course may be taken in English (see approved list below). Substitutions are allowed with the approval of the Italian advisor. CMM 316. Intercultural Communication CMM 414. Global Communication ENG 353. Literature of the Renaissance ENG 367. Dante THR 415. History of Theatre I VAH 450. Italian Renaissance Art. HST 222. Mare Nostrum: The Mediterranean and its People, 500-1600 HST 303. Roman Imperial Rule HST 389. The Italian Diaspora: History and Culture. |
Minor in Middle East and North Africa Studies (MEI)
The Middle East and North Africa Studies Minor is designed for students interested in the language, history, culture, and philosophies of the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). Students will gain awareness of the MENA region and enrich their understanding of the region’s diverse communities, peoples, religions and cultures. With a focus on the past, present, and evolving issues within this region, students will be exposed to interdisciplinary methodologies and comparative perspectives - allowing them to appreciate the region’s political, intellectual, and religious experiences, along with its ethnic mosaic, religious and linguistic diversity. The Minor is designed to allow students to plan a structured series of courses that will contribute to an intellectual engagement and appreciation of the diversity of the Middle East and North Africa. The Minor consists of 15 credits selected from the following disciplines: Global Languages and Cultures, History, Philosophy, and Religious Studies.
| Middle East and North Africa Studies | 15 | |
| Select 15 semester hours of courses from at least three different disciplines: | ||
| Introduction to Arabic I | ||
| Introduction to Arabic II | ||
| Intermediate Arabic I | ||
| Intermediate Arabic II | ||
| Arabic Conversation and Composition I | ||
| Arabic Conversation and Composition II | ||
| Intensive practice in Arabic | ||
| Directed Study of Colloquial Arabic | ||
| Arabic Culture in the Middle East and North Africa | ||
| Making of the Modern Middle East | ||
| History of Early Islamic Civilizations: From the Prophet to the Pashas | ||
| Americans and the Middle East | ||
| Making of the Modern Middle East | ||
| History of the Palestinian-Israeli Conflict | ||
| History of Women & Gender in the Middle East | ||
| Seminar in Middle Eastern History | ||
| Jewish, Christian, and Islamic Philosophy | ||
| Islamic Philosophy & Culture | ||
| Faith Traditions: Islamic Religious Traditions | ||
| Topics in Judaism | ||
| Islam | ||
| Faith Traditions: Judaism | ||
| Topics in Islam | ||
| Islam in the Modern World | ||
Minor in Slavic Studies (SVS)
The minor in Slavic Studies is for students interested in the languages, literatures, histories, cultures and politics of Russia, Ukraine and other parts of Eastern Europe and the post-Soviet states. The minor will have a language requirement of two semesters (6-8 credits) of Russian or another Slavic language. In addition, the students are required to take three courses (9 credits) of their choosing from an approved list in the Slavic Minor, which includes courses in Global Languages and Cultures, History and Political Science.
| Slavic Studies | ||
| Select two RUS courses (101 and above) | 6-8 | |
| Select three courses from the following: | 9 | |
| Post-Soviet Popular Cultures | ||
or GLC 311 | Poetry of Resistance and Emerging Feminism under Stalin | |
or GLC 312 | Witches, Demons and Madness—Gogol’s Ukrainian Tales of the Macabre | |
or HST 328 | Tolstoy's Russia | |
or HST 368 | The Soviet Experiment: From Lenin to Putin | |
or POL 321 | Russia, Ukraine, and Eurasia | |
or RUS 201 | Intermediate Russian I | |
| Total Hours | 15-17 | |
Minor in Spanish (SPN)
| Spanish | ||
| Select Five SPN courses from any level | 15 | |
| Total Hours | 15 | |
A minor in Spanish consists of 15 semester hours of Spanish courses or approved GLC or LNG courses. Only 1 course may be taught in English. A minimum of 9 semester hours of course work in the minor must be completed at the University.
Certificate in International and Intercultural Leadership (IIL)
The International and Intercultural Leadership Certificate is a distinguished academic track within multiple disciplines that highlights and promotes the value and necessity of working across cultures. Courses and experiences within the certificate afford UD students the opportunity to learn and develop knowledge, skills and attitudes to work and lead across cultures in order to build a more just and sustainable future within a specific context and language.
Interested students should contact: Dr. Francisco Peñas-Bermejo, Global Languages and Cultures
Other advisers for the certificate include: Dr. Amy Anderson, Global and Intercultural Affairs Center; Sangita Gosalia, Senior Director of Global and Intercultural Affairs Center; Dr. Jeanne Holcomb, Sociology, Anthropology and Social Work; Ms. Heather Parsons, Communication.
| Social Justice Core | 6 | |
| Choose two courses from two different disciplines from the following: | ||
| Culture & Power | ||
| Language & Culture | ||
| Place, Culture, and Social Justice | ||
| Immigration & Immigrants | ||
| Intercultural Communication | ||
| Dialogue, Power, and Diversity | ||
| Educating Diverse Student Populations in Inclusive Settings | ||
| Colonial & Postcolonial Literature | ||
| The Holocaust in Literature, Film & Culture | ||
| History of US Foreign Relations Since 1750 | ||
| Politics of Human Rights | ||
| Philosophy of Peace | ||
| Philosophy & Human Rights | ||
| Faith Traditions: Human Rights | ||
| Theology of Inculturation | ||
| Social Inequality | ||
| Spanish for the Health Professions | ||
| Integrating Visual Culture | ||
| PostColonial and Global Art Histories | ||
| Context Course | 3 | |
| Choose one course from a discipline different than taken above from the following: | ||
| Anthropology of Human Rights | ||
| Cultures of Latin America | ||
| Making of Modern South Asia | ||
| Comparative Criminal Justice Systems | ||
| Global Communication | ||
| International Public Relations | ||
| African American Literature | ||
| US Prison Literature and Culture | ||
| Literature & Human Rights | ||
| Discourse Analysis | ||
| Visual/Material Rhetoric | ||
| Literature & Ethics | ||
| French Culture & Civilization | ||
| History of French Cinema | ||
| German Culture & Civilization | ||
| German Film | ||
| Immigrants, Refugees, and National Images: German-American Relations | ||
| Gender, Sexuality & the Holocaust | ||
| Nazi Cinema and Mass Manipulation in the Third Reich | ||
| Green Germany, Sustainability and Environmental Justice | ||
| Chinese Civilization and Culture | ||
| Latin/x America and Performing Human Rights | ||
| Making of Modern South Asia | ||
| Age of Democratic Revolutions | ||
| Modern Europe in Decline 1900-1945 | ||
| Postwar Europe 1945-1990 | ||
| The British Empire | ||
| Americans and the Middle East | ||
| India: Traditions and Encounters | ||
| History of Modern East Asia | ||
| Gandhi, Non Violence and Resistance around the World | ||
| History of Women & Gender in the Middle East | ||
| Modern Latin America | ||
| Social & Cultural History of Latin America | ||
| The Soviet Experiment: From Lenin to Putin | ||
| History of Mexico | ||
| History of the Caribbean | ||
| China in Revolution | ||
| Italian Culture & Civilization I | ||
| World Musics and Faith Traditions | ||
| Music and Buddhism in Southeast Asia | ||
| Japanese Philosophy | ||
| Asian Philosophy | ||
| African Philosophy | ||
| Islamic Philosophy & Culture | ||
| Latin American Philosophy | ||
| Faith Traditions: Judaism | ||
| Faith Traditions: Islamic Religious Traditions | ||
| Faith Traditions: Human Rights | ||
| Latino/Latina Religious Experiences | ||
| Liberation Theologies | ||
| Racial & Ethnic Relations | ||
| Sociology of Human Rights | ||
| Spanish Culture & Civilzation | ||
| Latin American Culture & Civilization | ||
| The Hispanophone Caribbean | ||
| Spanish & Ibero-American Cinema | ||
| History of Art and Activism | ||
| Latin American Art | ||
| Arts of Asia | ||
| Comparative Visual Culture in Film | ||
| Language | 0-15 | |
| Leadership | 3 | |
| Choose one from the following: | ||
| Professional Ethics in a Global Community - Education | ||
| Professional Ethics in a Global Community - Engineering | ||
| Cross-Cultural Management | ||
| Leadership in Nongovernmental Organizations | ||
| Leadership in Building Communities | ||
| Experiential Capstone | 1 | |
| Choose one from the following: | ||
| SAIL: Semester, Abroad, Intercultural Leadership and Re-Entry | ||
| Journey towards Global Citizenship | ||
| Cross Cultural Immersion Preparation | ||
| Understanding, Respecting and Connecting II: Taking Action | ||
| Education Abroad and Away Re-entry | ||
| Total Hours | 13-28 | |
- Bachelor of Arts, Global French Studies
- Bachelor of Arts, German
- Bachelor or Arts, Spanish
- Bachelor of Arts, International Studies
Global French Studies
| First Year | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | Hours | Spring | Hours |
| ASI 150 | 1 | HUM 102 | 3 |
| HUM 101 | 3 | FRN 141 | 3 |
| FRN 101 | 3 | ENG 200 | 3 |
| CMM 100 | 3 | CAP Natural Science Course w/ Lab | 4 |
| CAP Mathematics Course | 3 | CAP Diversity and Social Justice | 3 |
| CAP Arts Course | 3 | ||
| 16 | 16 | ||
| Second Year | |||
| Fall | Hours | Spring | Hours |
| FRN 201 | 3 | B.A. Humanities Course (other than FRN) | 3 |
| CAP Interdisciplinary Investigations Course | 3 | B.A. Social Science Course | 3 |
| CAP Social Science Course | 3 | CAP Advanced Studies Course (Historical, Philosophical, or Religious Studies) | 3 |
| B.A. Natural Science or Math Course | 3 | FRN Elective 1 | 3 |
| B.A. Arts Course | 3 | FRN Elective 2 | 3 |
| 15 | 15 | ||
| Third Year | |||
| Fall | Hours | Spring | Hours |
| FRN Elective 3 | 3 | FRN Elective 5 | 3 |
| FRN Elective 4 | 3 | FRN Elective 6 | 3 |
| CAP Faith Traditions Course | 3 | B.A. Elective | 3 |
| CAP Advanced Studies Course (Historical, Philosophical, or Religious Studies)Whichever has not been completed | 3 | Elective | 3 |
| B.A. Elective | 3 | CAP Practical Ethical Action Course | 3 |
| 15 | 15 | ||
| Fourth Year | |||
| Fall | Hours | Spring | Hours |
| FRN Elective 7 | 3 | LNG 495 (Satisfies CAP Major Capstone) | 1 |
| B.A. Interdisciplinary Programs Course | 3 | Elective | 3 |
| B.A. Elective | 3 | Elective | 3 |
| CAP Advanced Studies Course (Historical, Philosophical, or Religious Studies)Whichever has not been completed | 3 | Elective | 3 |
| Elective | 3 | Elective | 3 |
| 15 | 13 | ||
| Total credit hours: 120 | |||
German
| First Year | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | Hours | Spring | Hours |
| ASI 150 | 1 | HUM 102 | 3 |
| HUM 101 | 3 | CMM 100 | 3 |
| GER 101 | 3 | GER 141 | 3 |
| CAP Mathematics Course | 3 | GLC 33X (German Studies Elective) | 3 |
| CAP Arts Course | 3 | CAP Natural Science Course w/ Lab | 4 |
| CAP Social Science Course | 3 | ||
| 16 | 16 | ||
| Second Year | |||
| Fall | Hours | Spring | Hours |
| GER 201 | 3 | GER Elective | 3 |
| ENG 200 | 3 | CAP Interdisciplinary Investigations Course | 3 |
| B.A. Arts Course | 3 | CAP Advanced Studies Course (Historical, Philosophical, or Religious Studies) | 3 |
| B.A. Elective | 3 | GLC 33X (German Studies Elective) | 3 |
| B.A. Social Science Course | 3 | B.A. Natural Science Course | 3 |
| UDI Mini Course | 1 | ||
| 16 | 15 | ||
| Third Year | |||
| Fall | Hours | Spring | Hours |
| GER Elective | 3 | GLC 33X (German Studies Elective) | 3 |
| CAP Faith Traditions Course | 3 | GER Elective | 3 |
| CAP Advanced Studies Course (Historical, Philosophical, or Religious Studies)Whichever has not been completed | 3 | CAP Advanced Studies Course (Historical, Philosophical, or Religious Studies)Whichever has not been completed | 3 |
| B.A. Humanities Course (other than GER) | 3 | CAP Diversity and Social Justice Course | 3 |
| B.A. Elective | 3 | B.A. Interdisciplinary Programs Course | 3 |
| 15 | 15 | ||
| Fourth Year | |||
| Fall | Hours | Spring | Hours |
| GER Elective | 3 | GER 480 (Satisfies CAP Major Capstone) | 0 |
| CAP Practical Ethical Action Course | 3 | Elective | 3 |
| B.A. Elective | 3 | Elective | 3 |
| Elective | 3 | Elective | 3 |
| Elective | 3 | Elective | 3 |
| 15 | 12 | ||
| Total credit hours: 120 | |||
Spanish
| First Year | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | Hours | Spring | Hours |
| ASI 150 | 1 | HUM 102 | 3 |
| HUM 101 | 3 | SPN 141 | 3 |
| SPN 101 | 3 | CMM 100 | 3 |
| CAP Mathematics Course | 3 | CAP Natural Science Course w/ Lab | 4 |
| CAP Social Science Course | 3 | B.A. Arts Course | 3 |
| CAP Arts Course | 3 | ||
| 16 | 16 | ||
| Second Year | |||
| Fall | Hours | Spring | Hours |
| SPN 201 | 3 | SPN 301 | 3 |
| ENG 200 | 3 | CAP Practical Ethical Action Course | 3 |
| B.A. Social Science Course | 3 | CAP Advanced Studies Course (Historical, Philosophical, or Religious Studies) | 3 |
| B.A. Humanities Course (other than SPN) | 3 | B.A. Natural Science Course | 3 |
| General Elective | 3 | General Elective | 3 |
| 15 | 15 | ||
| Third Year | |||
| Fall | Hours | Spring | Hours |
| SPN 302 or 303 | 3 | SPN Elective | 3 |
| CAP Faith Traditions Course | 3 | SPN Elective | 3 |
| CAP Interdisciplinary Investigations Course | 3 | CAP Advanced Studies Course (Historical, Philosophical, or Religious Studies)Whichever has not been completed | 3 |
| CAP Advanced Studies Course (Historical, Philosophical, or Religious Studies)Whichever has not been completed | 3 | CAP Diversity and Social Justice Course | 3 |
| B.A. Interdisciplinary Programs Course | 3 | General Elective | 3 |
| 15 | 15 | ||
| Fourth Year | |||
| Fall | Hours | Spring | Hours |
| SPN Elective | 3 | LNG 495 (Satisfies CAP Major Capstone) | 1 |
| SPN Elective | 3 | SPN Elective | 3 |
| B.A. Elective | 3 | B.A. Elective | 3 |
| B.A. Elective | 3 | General Elective | 3 |
| General Elective | 3 | General Elective | 3 |
| 15 | 13 | ||
| Total credit hours: 120 | |||
International Studies
| First Year | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | Hours | Spring | Hours |
| ASI 150 | 1 | HUM 102 | 3 |
| HUM 101 | 3 | ECO 203 | 3 |
| POL 214 or 202 | 3 | CMM 100 | 3 |
| Language 101 | 3 | Language 141 | 3 |
| CAP Mathematics Course | 3 | CAP Natural Science Course w/ Lab | 4 |
| CAP Arts Course | 3 | ||
| 16 | 16 | ||
| Second Year | |||
| Fall | Hours | Spring | Hours |
| ENG 200 | 3 | CAP Advanced Studies Course (Historical, Philosophical, or Religious Studies) | 3 |
| ANT 306 | 3 | Language 301 | 3 |
| ECO 204 | 3 | INS Elective 1 | 3 |
| Language 201 | 3 | INS Elective 2 | 3 |
| B.A. Arts Course | 3 | CAP Interdisciplinary Investigations Course | 3 |
| 15 | 15 | ||
| Third Year | |||
| Fall | Hours | Spring | Hours |
| INS 395 | 1 | INS Concentration Course | 3 |
| Foundation Course for INS Concentration | 3 | CAP Diversity and Social Justice Course | 3 |
| INS Concentration Course | 3 | B.A. Social Science Course | 3 |
| CAP Advanced Studies Course (Historical, Philosophical, or Religious Studies)Whichever has not been completed | 3 | CAP Faith Traditions Course | 3 |
| CAP Social Science Course | 3 | B.A. Interdisciplinary Programs Course (other than INS) | 3 |
| B.A. Natural Science Course | 3 | ||
| 16 | 15 | ||
| Fourth Year | |||
| Fall | Hours | Spring | Hours |
| B.A. Social Science Course | 3 | INS 499 (Satisfies CAP Major Capstone) | 3 |
| B.A. Humanities Course | 3 | B.A. Elective | 3 |
| CAP Practical Ethical Action Course | 3 | Elective | 3 |
| CAP Advanced Studies Course (Historical, Philosophical, or Religious Studies)Whichever has not been completed | 3 | Elective | 3 |
| B.A. Elective | 3 | ||
| 15 | 12 | ||
| Total credit hours: 120 | |||
Arabic Courses
ARA 101. Introduction to Arabic I. 3 Hours
Development of basic communication and intercultural skills in reading, listening, writing, and speaking through extensive practice in language use. Admission is restricted to those who have not studied Arabic or have placed in this course by examination.
ARA 141. Introduction to Arabic II. 3 Hours
Further development of fundamental communication and intercultural skills in reading, listening, writing, and speaking through extensive practice in language use.
Prerequisite(s): ARA 101 or placement by examination.
ARA 201. Intermediate Arabic I. 3 Hours
Expansion and extension of proficiency and intercultural skills in reading, listening, writing, and speaking through conversation practice, reading assignments, composition assignments, and grammar exercises. Successful completion of this course includes the demonstration of the proficiency level required by the College of Arts and Sciences' Liberal Studies Curriculum.
Prerequisite(s): ARA 141 or placement by examination.
ARA 301. Arabic Conversation and Composition I. 3 Hours
Intensive practice in Modern Standard Arabic with emphasis on development of writing and speaking skills. Students will increase their vocabulary and their grammatical accuracy on topics related to contemporary life in the Arabic world.
Prerequisite(s): ARA 201 or equivalent.
ARA 302. Arabic Conversation and Composition II. 3 Hours
Continuation of intensive practice in Modern Standard Arabic with emphasis on development of writing and speaking skills. Students will increase their vocabulary and their grammatical accuracy on topics related to contemporary life in the Arabic world.
Prerequisite(s): ARA 301 or equivalent.
ARA 309. Intensive practice in Arabic. 3 Hours
Expansion of proficiency and intercultural skills in reading, listening, writing, and speaking through extensive conversation practice, reading and composition assignments; and grammar exercises.
Prerequisites: ARA 302 or equivalent.
ARA 391. Directed Study of Colloquial Arabic. 1-3 Hours
Guided study of selected topics and/or issues involving Modern Standard Arabic, colloquial Arabic, culture or literature under the supervision of an instructor. Admission to this course and number of semester hours require approval of the chairperson. May be repeated when topic changes.
Prerequisite(s): ARA 201 or equivalent or Approval of department chair.
Chinese Courses
CHI 101. Introduction to Chinese I. 3 Hours
Development of basic communicative and intercultural competence in Chinese through extensive practice in language use. Admission is restricted to those who have not studied Chinese or have placed into this course by examination.
CHI 141. Introduction to Chinese II. 3 Hours
Further development of fundamental communicative and intercultural competence in Chinese through extensive practice in language use.
Prerequisites: CHI 101 or placement by examination.
CHI 170. Study Abroad. 3 Hours
Study in a foreign country/region whose everyday language is Chinese, focusing on the culture and civilization of the country. Conducted in English. Available only during the summer session. Repeatable when topic and content change.
Prerequisite(s): CHI 101 (may be taken as a corequisite).
CHI 200. Special Topics in Chinese. 1 Hour
Study of a topic in Chinese language, culture, or literature that is not fully covered in other regular CHI courses. May be repeated when the topic changes.
CHI 201. Intermediate Chinese I. 3 Hours
Expansion and extension of communicative and intercultural competence in Chinese through conversation practice, reading/listening assignments, composition assignments, and digital projects. Successful completion of this course includes the demonstration of the proficiency level required by the College of Arts and Sciences' Liberal Studies Curriculum.
Prerequisites: CHI 141 or placement by examination.
CHI 301. Communicating in Chinese. 3 Hours
Further development of communicative skills in Mandarin Chinese through a variety of topics in Chinese studies. With improved linguistic skills, students will learn to use the language with a growing awareness of cultural appropriateness. This course is repeatable when the subtitle and content are changed.
Prerequisite(s): CHI 201 or equivalent.
CHI 313. Chinese Conversation and Composition I. 3 Hours
Intensive practice to further develop students’ language skills in Mandarin Chinese. Emphasis on vocabulary expansion, refinement of grammar and style, improvement of writing, as well as a growing understanding of typical Chinese communicative conventions in language use.
Prerequisite(s): (CHI 202 or CHI 301) or equivalent.
CHI 314. Chinese Conversation and Composition II. 3 Hours
CHI 314 is a continuation of intensive practice to further develop students’ language skills in Mandarin Chinese. Emphasis on vocabulary development, refinement of grammar and style, improvement of writing, as well as a growing understanding of typical Chinese communicative conventions in language use.
Prerequisite(s): CHI 313 or equivalent.
CHI 391. Directed Study. 1-3 Hours
Guided study on selected topics and/or issues involving language proficiency, literature, linguistics or culture under the supervision of an instructor. Admission to this course and number of semester hours require approval of the chairperson. May be repeated when topic changes.
Prerequisite(s): CHI 202; permission of department chairperson.
French Courses
FRN 101. Introduction to French I. 3 Hours
Development of basic communication and intercultural skills in reading, listening, writing, and speaking through extensive practice in language use. Admission is restricted to those who have not studied French or have placed into this course by examination.
FRN 131. Intensive Fundamental French. 2 Hours
Intensive development of fundamental communication and intercultural skills in reading, listening, writing, and speaking through extensive practice in language use. Admission restricted to those who have previous experience with the language and place into this course by examination. Credit granted for only ONE of the following: FRN 101 or FRN 131.
FRN 141. Introduction to French II. 3 Hours
Further development of fundamental communication and intercultural skills in reading, listening, writing, and speaking through extensive practice in language use. Admission is restricted to those who have completed FRN 101 or have placed into this course by examination.
Prerequisites: (FRN 101 or FRN 131) or placement by examination.
FRN 170. Elementary Study Abroad. 3-6 Hours
Intensive study in a foreign country/region whose everyday language is French, learning the target language while immersed in the culture and civilization of the French-speaking country. Conducted in French. Available only during the summer session. Students can register for one or two 3-credit classes offered by the host institution.
FRN 201. Bon voyage! French for Travel. 3 Hours
This course will provide an introduction to travel vocabulary and expressions while refining French language skills in speaking, listening, reading and writing. Intensive exposure to diverse Francophone cultures through exploration of various regions and countries where French is spoken. Taught in French.
Prerequisite(s): FRN 141 or placement.
FRN 270. Intermediate Study Abroad. 1-7 Hours
Intermediate intensive study in a foreign country/region whose everyday language is French. Instruction in language, culture and civilization. Conducted in French. Available only during the summer session. Repeatable when subtitle and content change.
Prerequisite(s): FRN 141 or equivalent.
FRN 301. Snapshots in French from around the Globe. 3 Hours
Intensive exposure to contemporary cultural content in France and the French-speaking world. Enhancement of existing skills in the four areas of language learning: speaking, listening, reading and writing.
Prerequisite(s): FRN 201.
FRN 303. Topics in Global French Studies. 3 Hours
A variable topic course that builds on language skills acquired in FRN 201 and explores various aspects of the French-speaking world. Students study current areas such as culture, literature, or linguistics related to Global French Studies. The purpose of this course is to further develop students' linguistic knowledge in French while studying one of the many areas of Global French Studies. Conducted in French. Repeatable when subtitle and content change.
Prerequisite: FRN 201 or placement.
FRN 311. French Conversation I. 3 Hours
Intensive practice in speaking French to develop oral communication skills. Emphasis on vocabulary development, listening comprehension, simulation of life-like situations, and discussions on French life and culture. FRN 311 and FRN 312 may be taken in any order.
Prerequisite(s): FRN 301.
FRN 312. French Conversation II. 3 Hours
Intensive practice in speaking French to develop oral communication skills. Emphasis on vocabulary development, listening comprehension, simulation of life-like situations, and discussions on French life and culture. FRN 311 and FRN 312 may be taken in any order.
Prerequisite(s): FRN 301.
FRN 321. French Composition I. 3 Hours
Practice in composition on topics dealing with French life and culture. Systematic vocabulary enrichment, refinement of grammar, and assimilation of stylistic patterns. Emphasis on correct writing and creativity. Initiation into the concept of style in French prose.
Prerequisite(s): FRN 311 or FRN 312.
FRN 322. French Composition II. 3 Hours
Practice in composition on topics dealing with French life and culture. Systematic vocabulary enrichment, refinement of grammar, and assimilation of stylistic patterns. Emphasis on correct writing and creativity. Initiation into the concept of style in French prose.
Prerequisite(s): FRN 311 or FRN 312.
FRN 325. Introduction to Commercial French. 3 Hours
Introduction to French business and the French position in international trade. Basic vocabulary of the office and the world of trade, introduction to formal correspondence and transactions.
Prerequisite(s): FRN 311 or FRN 312.
FRN 331. Phonetics and Diction. 3 Hours
Formation of the sounds of French, rules of pronunciation, use of phonetic transcription, and practical exercises in interpretive reading. Recommended for French majors and required for prospective teachers.
Prerequisites: FRN 311 or FRN 312.
FRN 341. French Culture & Civilization. 3 Hours
Introduction to the history of French civilization with emphasis on the arts and life in each major cultural period. Recommended for all French majors and minors. Prerequisite(s): FRN 311 or FRN 312.
FRN 350. French Literature in Translation. 3 Hours
Course to acquaint students with major topics in French and Francophone literature. Conducted in English. Repeatable when subtitle and content change.
FRN 352. Old World Meets New (ENG). 3 Hours
Readings of (1) non-fictional narratives regarding French encounters with American Indians in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries and (2) literary and philosophical works on this topic. Conducted in English. Students receive credit for either FRN 352 or FRN 452, not both.
FRN 360. Explication De Textes. 3 Hours
Introduction to method of analyzing literary texts, both prose and poetry. Elements of French versification. Recommended for all French majors and prospective teachers.
Prerequisite(s): FRN 311 or FRN 312.
FRN 361. Survey of French Literature I. 3 Hours
Major texts, trends, authors from the Middle Ages to the present, showing influences and continuity. Lectures, discussions, oral and written reports. Recommended for all French majors and prospective teachers. Prerequisite(s): FRN 311 or FRN 312.
FRN 362. Survey of French Literature II. 3 Hours
Major texts, trends, authors from the Middle Ages to the present, showing influences and continuity. Lectures, discussions, oral and written reports. Recommended for all French majors and prospective teachers.
Prerequisite(s): FRN 311 or FRN 312.
FRN 370. Advanced Study Abroad. 1-7 Hours
Advanced intensive study in a foreign country/region whose everyday language is French, treating its language, culture, and civilization. Conducted in French. Available only during the summer session. Repeatable when subtitle and content change.
Prerequisite(s): FRN 301.
FRN 381. History of French Cinema. 3 Hours
Survey of the trends, styles, and principal directors in the history of French cinema. Discussion of personal, social, and cultural values portrayed in films. Prerequisite(s): FRN 311 or FRN 312.
FRN 450. French Literature. 3 Hours
Lectures and discussion concentrating on specialized genres, periods, or authors. Repeatable when subtitle and content change.
Prerequisite(s): FRN 311 or FRN 312.
FRN 452. Old World Meets New (FRN). 3 Hours
Readings of (1) non-fictional narratives regarding French encounters with American Indians in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries and (2) literary and philosophical works on this topic. Conducted in French. Students receive credit for either FRN 352 or FRN 452, not both.
Prerequisite(s): FRN 311 or FRN 312.
FRN 469. French Linguistics. 3 Hours
Synchronic analysis of modern French language, including a contrast of the French sound system, morphology, and syntax with English structures; the historical derivation of French, creolization, and approaches to teaching French to English-speaking persons. Conducted in French.
Prerequisite(s): FRN 311 or FRN 312.
FRN 477. Honors Thesis Project. 3 Hours
First of two courses leading to the selection, design, investigation, and completion of an independent, original Honors Thesis project under the guidance of a faculty research advisor. Restricted to students in the University Honors Program with permission of the program director and department chairperson. Students pursuing an interdisciplinary thesis topic may register for three semester hours each in two separate disciplines in consultation with the department chairpersons. Prerequisite(s): Approval of University Honors Program.
FRN 478. Honors Thesis Project. 3 Hours
Second of two courses leading to the selection, design, investigation, and completion of an independent, original Honors Thesis project under the guidance of a faculty research advisor. Restricted to students in the University Honors Program with permission of the program director and department chairperson. Students pursuing an interdisciplinary thesis topic may register for three semester hours each in two separate disciplines in consultation wit the department chairpersons. Prerequisite(s): Approved 477; approval of University Honors Program.
FRN 491. Independent Study. 1-3 Hours
Independent research project under the guidance of an instructor. Admission to project and number of semester hours require approval of the chairperson.
Prerequisite(s): FRN 301; permission of department chairperson.
German Courses
GER 101. Introduction to German I. 3 Hours
Development of basic communication and intercultural skills in reading, listening, writing, and speaking through extensive practice in language use. Admission is restricted to those who have not studied German or have placed into this course by examination.
GER 131. Intensive Fundamental German. 2 Hours
Intensive development of fundamental communication and intercultural skills in reading, listening, writing, and speaking through extensive practice in language use. Admission restricted to those who have previous experience with the language and place into this course by examination. Credit granted for only ONE of the following: GER 101 or GER 131.
GER 141. Introduction to German II. 3 Hours
Further development of fundamental communication and intercultural skills in reading, listening, writing, and speaking through extensive practice in language use. Prerequisite(s): (GER 101 or GER 131) or placement by examination.
GER 170. Elementary Study Abroad. 3-6 Hours
Intensive study in a foreign country whose everyday language is German, learning the target language while immersed in the culture and civilization of the German-speaking country. Conducted in German. Available only during the summer session. Students can register for either one or two 3-credit classes offered by the host institution.
GER 201. Intermediate German I. 3 Hours
Systematic grammar review. Increased use of the language in written exercises and classroom discussions based on readings. Exposure to the development of German civilization and culture. Successful completion of this course includes the demonstration of the proficiency level required by the College of Arts and Sciences' Liberal Studies Curriculum. Prerequisite(s): GER 141.
GER 270. Intermediate Study Abroad. 3 Hours
Intensive study at the intermediate level in a foreign country whose everyday language is German, treating the culture and civilization of the country. Conducted in German. Available only during the summer session.
Prerequisite(s): GER 141 or equivalent.
GER 301. Communicating in German. 3 Hours
Enhancement of existing skills in the four areas of learning: speaking, listening, reading, writing. Intensive exposure to contemporary cultural content in Germany and the German-speaking world.
Prerequisite(s): GER 201 or equivalent.
GER 311. German Conversation I. 3 Hours
Practice to increase listening comprehension and fluency in speaking about topics from the personal and everyday to issues of current interest with focus on describing and narrating in paragraph-length structures. In-depth exploration of cultural commonalities and differences between the German-speaking countries and the United States. Focus on development of vocabulary and practice of expressions essential for oral communication. GER 311 and GER 312 may be taken in any order.
Prerequisite(s): GER 301.
GER 312. German Conversation II. 3 Hours
Practice to increase listening comprehension and fluency in speaking about topics from the personal and everyday to issues of current interest with focus on describing and narrating in paragraph-length structures. In-depth exploration of cultural commonalities and differences between the German-speaking countries and the United States. Focus on development of vocabulary and practice of expressions essential for oral communication. GER 311 and GER 312 may be taken in any order.
Prerequisite(s): GER 301.
GER 321. German Composition I. 3 Hours
Practice in personal and topical writing in German that seeks to develop the ability to write well-structured paragraphs. Systematic vocabulary building and grammatical refinement and review. Readings on key issues of the day and/or topics providing crucial insight into German and European thinking and concerns. May be taken in either sequence. Prerequisite(s): GER 311 or GER 312.
GER 322. German Composition II. 3 Hours
Practice in personal and topical writing in German that seeks to develop the ability to write well-structured paragraphs. Systematic vocabulary building and grammatical refinement and review. Readings on key issues of the day and/or topics providing crucial insight into German and European thinking and concerns. May be taken in either sequence. Prerequisite(s): GER 311 or GER 312.
GER 325. Commercial German. 3 Hours
Introduction to the business language, customs, and economic profile of the German-speaking countries. Vocabulary of the office and world of trade. Business correspondence. Germany's economic and cultural position and goals within the context of the European Union and the world. Course provides an introduction to working in an international business setting.
Prerequisite(s): GER 311 or GER 312 or equivalent.
GER 341. German Culture & Civilization. 3 Hours
Introduction to German culture and civilization with emphasis on the arts, intellectual developments, and life in various periods of German history. Conducted in German.
Prerequisite(s): GER 311 or GER 312.
GER 342. Germany and the New Europe. 3 Hours
Examination of developments in the life and culture, and the political, economic, and social realities in Germany from the end of WWI to the reunited country of today which is the largest member of EU. Course also explores the ideas and ideals on which the EU is founded, its present influence in the world, and how this new Europe differs from the United States of America. Conducted in German. Prerequisite(s): (GER 311 or 312) or equivalent.
GER 350. German Literature & Civilization. 3 Hours
Course to acquaint students with major German writers and literary movements. Conducted in English. Repeatable when subtitle and content change.
GER 351. German Film. 3 Hours
Introduction to the aesthetic and thematic richness of German film. Students will study the cinema of the Weimar Republic within its historical context and its appropriation by Hollywood. This course will also introduce cross-cultural films having to do with idenity, women, immigrant workers, asylum seekers, postcolonialization, nationalism, social theory, ideology, and political activism. Prerequisite(s): GER 311 or GER 312.
GER 361. Survey of German Literature I. 3 Hours
German literary works from 1750 to the present reflecting the philosophy, aesthetics, and concerns of the time. Skills development for reading literary and cultural texts and writing on analytic and interpretative topics. May be taken in either sequence.
Prerequisite(s): ((GER 311 or GER 312); (GER 321 or GER 322)) or equivalent.
GER 362. Survey of German Literature II. 3 Hours
German literary works from 1750 to the present reflecting the philosophy, aesthetics, and concerns of the time. Skills development for reading literary and cultural texts and writing on analytic and interpretative topics. May be taken in either sequence. Prerequisite(s): ((GER 311 or GER 312); (GER 321 or GER 322)) or equivalent.
GER 370. Study Abroad. 1-6 Hours
Intensive study in a foreign country whose everyday language is German, treating the culture and civilization of the country. Conducted in German. Available only during the summer session. Repeatable when subtitle and content change.
Prerequisite(s): GER 301.
GER 450. German Literature. 3 Hours
Lectures and discussions in German in such specialized areas as Medieval lyric, Romanticism, twentieth-century novel, modern drama, and individual authors. Repeatable when subtitle and content change.
Prerequisite(s): GER 311 or GER 312.
GER 469. German Linguistics. 3 Hours
Synchronic analysis of modern German language, including a contrast of the German sound system, morphology, and syntax with English structures; the historical derivation of German, the modern German dialects, and approaches to teaching German to English-speakers. Conducted in German.
Prerequisite(s): GER 311 or GER 312.
GER 477. Honors Thesis Project. 3 Hours
First of two courses leading to the selection, design, investigation, and completion of an independent, original Honors Thesis project under the guidance of a faculty research advisor. Restricted to students in the University Honors Program with permission of the program director and department chairperson. Students pursuing an interdisciplinary thesis topic may register for three semester hours each in two separate disciplines in consultation with the department chairpersons. Prerequisite(s): Approval of University Honors Program.
GER 478. Honors Thesis Project. 3 Hours
Second of two courses leading to the selection, design, investigation, and completion of an independent, original Honors Thesis project under the guidance of a faculty research advisor. Restricted to students in the University Honors Program with permission of the program director and department chairperson. Students pursuing an interdisciplinary thesis topic may register for three semester hours each in two separate disciplines in consultation with the department chairpersons. Prerequisite(s): Approved 477; approval of University Honors Program.
GER 480. Senior Capstone. 0 Hours
GERMAN SENIOR CAPSTONE. Project and presentation in the scholarship, activity and/or practice related to the major. Students will present their work in a forum appropriate to the major. Required of all senior majors who have German as their first major or are not completing a capstone in another major.
Prerequisites: SENIOR STANDING.
GER 491. Independent Study. 1-3 Hours
Independent research project under the guidance of an instructor. Admission to project and number of semester hours require approval of chairperson.
Prerequisite(s): GER 301; permission of instructor.
Hindi Courses
HND 101. Beginning Hindi I. 3 Hours
Development of fundamental communication skills in reading, listening, writing, and speaking through extensive practice in language use. Admission to HND 101 restricted to those who have not studied Hindi or have placed into that course by examination. Offered only in India in connection with the B.A. Program in Philosophy. Credit is granted for only one of the following: HND 101, HND 102 or HND 121.
HND 102. Beginning Hindi II. 3 Hours
Development of fundamental communication skills in reading, listening, writing, and speaking through extensive practice in language use. Admission to HND 102 is open only to those who have successfully completed 101. Offered only in India in connection with the B.A. Program in Philosophy. Credit is granted for only one of the following: HND 101, HND 102 or HND 121.
HND 121. Elementary Hindi. 4 Hours
Review and further development of fundamental communication skills in reading, listening, writing, and speaking. Admission restricted to those who have studied the language for at least two years and place into the course by examination. Offered only in India in connection with the B.A. Program in Philosophy. Credit granted for only one of the following: HND 101 and HND 102 or HND 121.
HND 141. Basic Proficiency in Hindi. 3 Hours
Further development of communication skills in reading, listening, writing, and speaking. Admission by examination or successful completion of HND 102 or HND 121. Successful completion of this course includes the demonstration of the minimal level of proficiency required for the College of Arts and Sciences' Liberal Studies Curriculum. Offered only in India in connection with the B.A. Program in Philosophy.
HND 201. Intermediate Hindi I. 3 Hours
Review of the essentials of grammar, intensive conversation and comprehension exercises, reading of graded modern prose and poetry; brief essays in Hindi. Offered only in India in connection with the B.A.. Program in Philosophy.
Prerequisite(s): HND 141; previous study of elementary Hindi in school or elsewhere; ability to speak, read, understand, and write simple Hindi.
HND 202. Intermediate Hindi II. 3 Hours
Review of the essentials of grammar, intensive conversation and comprehension exercises, reading of graded modern prose and poetry; brief essays in Hindi. Offered only in India in connection with the B.A.. Program in Philosophy.
Prerequisite(s): HND 201.
International Studies Courses
INS 309. Intercultural Leadership in a Globalized World. 3 Hours
Explore how cultural diversity shapes leadership styles, decision-making, and collaboration in a globalized world. Using real-world case studies, simulations, and interactive activities, this course equips students with the skills to lead effectively across cultural boundaries and reflect on their own leadership potential. The course is ideal for students aspiring to thrive in international and multicultural settings. Taught in English.
INS 336. United Nations System: Theory and Practice. 3 Hours
Introduction to the United Nations system with detailed case studies of specific countries, issues, and policies. Course also serves to prepare students for participation in the National Model United Nations Conference.
Prerequisite(s): SSC 200.
INS 395. International Experience. 1 Hour
Orientation for and evaluation of study abroad, internship, immersion, work, or service experience in a foreign country, organization involved in international activities, or a cross-cultural setting in the United States.
Grading Option Two only.
INS 399. Independent Study. 1-3 Hours
Independent reading and research on an interdisciplinary topic in international studies chosen by the student in consultation with one or more faculty members. May be repeated.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of program director.
INS 477. Honors Thesis Project. 3 Hours
First of two courses leading to the selection, design, investigation, and completion of an independent, original Honors Thesis project under the guidance of a faculty research advisor. Restricted to students in the University Honors Program with permission of the program director and department chairperson. Students pursuing an interdisciplinary thesis topic may register for three semester hours each in two separate disciplines in consultation with the department chairpersons. Prerequisite(s): Approval of University Honors Program.
INS 478. Honors Thesis Project. 3 Hours
Second of two courses leading to the selection, design, investigation, and completion of an independent, original Honors Thesis project under the guidance of a faculty research advisor. Restricted to students in the University Honors Program with permission of the program director and department chairperson. Students pursuing an interdisciplinary thesis topic may register for three semester hours each in two separate disciplines in consultation with the department chairpersons. Prerequisite(s): Approved 477; approval of University Honors Program.
INS 495. International Studies Internship. 1-6 Hours
Practical, supervised experience with an approved organization dealing with international affairs. Repeatable up to six hours.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of program director.
INS 499. Senior Capstone Seminar. 3 Hours
Capstone seminar for International Studies Program. Students will demonstrate the ability to integrate the academic and experiential components of their multidisciplinary degree program in a capstone research project suited to their individual professional goals. International Studies program majors only.
Prerequisite(s): Senior status; international experience completed; permission of program director.
Italian Courses
ITA 101. Introduction to Italian I. 3 Hours
Development of basic communication and intercultural skills in reading, listening, writing, and speaking through extensive practice in language use. Admission is restricted to those who have not studied Italian or have placed into this course by examination.
ITA 141. Introduction to Italian II. 3 Hours
Further development of fundamental communication and intercultural skills in reading, listening, writing, and speaking through extensive practice in language use.
Prerequisite(s): ITA 101 or placement by examination.
ITA 170. Study Abroad. 3 Hours
Study in a foreign country/region whose everyday language is Italian, focusing on the culture and civilization of the country. Conducted in English. Available only during the summer session. Repeatable when topic and content change.
Prerequisite(s): ITA 101 (may be taken as a corequisite).
ITA 201. Intermediate Italian I. 3 Hours
Development of reading, listening, writing, and speaking skills. Conversation practice, oral reports, reading assignments, composition assignments, and grammar exercises. The course is conducted in Italian. Successful completion of this course includes the demonstration of the proficiency level required by the College of Arts and Sciences' Liberal Studies Curriculum.
Prerequisite(s): ITA 141.
ITA 301. Intensive Review of Italian Language Skills. 3 Hours
Practice and refinement of the skills learned in the previous classes (ITA-101, ITA-141 and ITA-201). The goal is to engage the students to interact in Italian through discussions of current events, social problems, and cultural aspects of modern Italy.
Prerequisite(s): ITA 201 or equivalent.
ITA 313. Communicating in Italian I. 3 Hours
Intensive practice in speaking and writing Italian at an advanced level. Emphasis on building vocabulary, learning correct idiomatic usage, increasing fluency, and improving syntax and style. The course is conducted in Italian. ITA 313 and 314 may be taken in either sequence.
Prerequisite(s): ITA 301.
ITA 314. Communicating in Italian II. 3 Hours
Intensive practice in speaking and writing Italian at an advanced level. Emphasis on building vocabulary, learning correct idiomatic usage, increasing fluency, and improving syntax and style. The course is conducted in Italian. ITA 313 and 314 may be taken in either sequence.
Prerequisite(s): ITA 301.
ITA 321. Italian Composition I. 3 Hours
Practice in Italian language composition on a variety of topics. Development of writing skills with emphasis on the complexities of structure and idioms and composition techniques. Systematic refinement and mastery of grammar and assimilation of stylistic patterns.
Prerequisite(s): ITA 301.
ITA 322. Italian Composition II. 3 Hours
Practice in Italian language composition on a variety of topics. Development of writing skills with emphasis on the complexities of structure and idioms and composition techniques. Systematic refinement and mastery of grammar and assimilation of stylistic patterns.
Prerequisite(s): ITA 313 or ITA 314.
ITA 341. Italian Culture & Civilization I. 3 Hours
Survey of the major historical and cultural events in Italy from the Middle Ages to the present. All readings, lectures, discussions, reports, and tests are in Italian. ITA 341 and 342 may be taken in either sequence.
Prerequisite(s): ITA 313 or ITA 314.
ITA 350. Topics of Italian Literature I. 3 Hours
Concentration using lecture and discussion of specialized genres, periods, or authors of Italian literature prior to the twentieth century. Conducted in Italian. Repeatable when content changes.
Prerequisite(s): ITA 311 or ITA 312.
ITA 361. Survey of Italian Literature I. 3 Hours
Italian literature from its beginnings in the thirteenth century to the present. Principal writers and literary trends; the techniques of literary analysis. Lectures, discussions, readings, and papers are in Italian. ITA 361 and ITA 362 may be taken in either sequence.
Prerequisite(s): (ITA 313 or ITA 314) and (ITA 321 or ITA 322) or equivalent.
ITA 362. Survey of Italian Literature II. 3 Hours
Survey of Italian literature from its beginnings in the thirteenth century to the Renaissance. Principal writers and literary trends; the techniques of literary analysis. Lectures, discussions, readings, and papers are in Italian. ITA 361 and ITA 362 may be taken in either sequence.
Prerequisite(s): (ITA 313 or ITA 314) and (ITA 321 or ITA 322) or equivalent.
ITA 451. Topics of Italian Literature II. 3 Hours
Concentration, using lecture and discussion, on specialized genres, periods, or authors of Italian literature from 1700 to the twentieth century. Conducted in Italian. Repeatable when content changes.
Prerequisite(s): ITA 311 or ITA 312.
ITA 491. Independent Study. 1-3 Hours
Independent research project under the guidance of an instructor. Admission to project and number of semester hours require approval of chairperson.
Prerequisites: ITA 301 and permission of instructor.
Languages Courses
LNG 000. Language Placeholder. 0 Hours
LNG 101. Beginning Language Study. 3 Hours
Development of fundamental communication skills in reading, listening, writing, and speaking with a focus on basic proficiency in survival communication, and familiarization with culture in languages other than those regularly taught in the Department of Languages. May be offered through distance learning or study abroad with the support of the Department of Languages. No previous study of the language is presupposed (for LNG 101 only). Offered with different suffixes according to the language studied.
LNG 141. Basic Proficiency in Language. 3 Hours
Further development of communication skills in reading, listening, writing, and speaking with a focus on basic proficiency in survival communication, and familiarization with culture in languages other than those regularly taught in the Department of Languages. Offered with different suffixes according to the language studied.
Prerequisite(s): LNG 101 in the same language or equivalent.
LNG 201. Intermediate Language I. 4 Hours
Expansion and extension of listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills through conversation practice, reading assignments, composition assignments, and grammar exercises. Offered with different suffixes according to the language studied.
Prerequisite(s): LNG 141 in the same language or equivalent.
LNG 202. Intermediate Language II. 4 Hours
Continued development of proficiency in listening, speaking, reading and writing through conversation practice, reading assignments, composition assignments, and grammar exercises. Offered with different suffixes according to the language studied.
Prerequisite(s): LNG 201 in the same language or equivalent.
LNG 308. Languages of the World: A Linguistic and Cultural Exploration. 3 Hours
Discover the diversity of the world’s languages through their structures, sociolinguistic patterns, and cultural significance. Explore topics like typology, language endangerment, and globalization while gaining insights into how languages shape identity and communication. Taught in English.
LNG 320. Instructed Second Langauge Acquisition. 2 Hours
Study of cognitive, linguistic, sociolinguistic, and constructivist approaches to instructed second language acquisition, including the relationship between classroom interaction and language acquisition.
LNG 330. Teaching World Languages in the Elementary School (PK-6). 4 Hours
An introduction to the pedagogical, philosophical, and psychological aspects of teaching foreign languages in elementary school. Topics: national and state standards, learners with special needs, reading in the foreign language, and professional associations.
Prerequisite(s): EDT 110; at least two 300-level courses in the language to be taught.
LNG 468. Introduction to Linguistics. 3 Hours
Survey of the various aspects of a scientific description of human language: phonetics, phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, and pragmatics. Interdisciplinary exploration of the reciprocal impact of linguistics on psychology, sociology, and language acquisition theory.
LNG 477. Honors Thesis Project. 3 Hours
First of two courses leading to the selection, design, investigation, and completion of an independent, original Honors Thesis project under the guidance of a faculty research advisor. Restricted to students in the University Honors Program with permission of the program director and department chairperson. Students pursuing an interdisciplinary thesis topic may register for three semester hours each in two separate disciplines in consultation with the department chairpersons. Prerequisite(s): Approval of University Honors Program.
LNG 478. Honors Thesis Project. 3 Hours
Second of two courses leading to the selection, design, investigation, and completion of an independent, original Honors Thesis project under the guidance of a faculty research advisor. Restricted to students in the University Honors Program with permission of the program director and department chairperson. Students pursuing an interdisciplinary thesis topic may register for three semester hours each in two separate disciplines in consultation with the department chairpersons. Prerequisite(s): Approved 477; approval of University Honors Program.
LNG 495. The Language Major in Professional Careers. 1 Hour
Exploration of lifelong learning opportunities to maintain and increase functional proficiency in the language studied; the relationship between language proficiency and intercultural studies, and the application of language proficiency in the workplace. Student's language and cultural proficiency-level at the conclusion of the undergraduate experience will be determined. Required of declared majors in languages (FRN, GER, and SPN). Taught in English.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of 18 credit hours of upper-division courses in language major.
Latin Courses
LAT 101. Introduction to Latin I. 3 Hours
Development of basic skills in reading, listening, and writing through extensive practice in language use. Admission is restricted to those who have not studied Latin or have placed into this course by examination.
LAT 131. Intensive Fundamental Latin. 2 Hours
Intensive development of fundamental skills in reading, listening, and writing through extensive practice in language use. Admission restricted to those who have previous experience with the language and place into this course by examination. Credit granted for only ONE of the following: LAT 101 or LAT 131.
LAT 141. Introduction to Latin II. 3 Hours
Further development of fundamental skills in reading, listening, and writing through extensive practice in language use.
Prerequisite(s): (LAT 101 or LAT 131) or placement by examination.
LAT 201. Intermediate Latin I. 3 Hours
Systematic review of grammar, exercises in vocabulary development, readings from Caesar, Cicero, Virgil, or Ovid. Successful completion of this course includes the demonstration of the proficiency level required by the College of Arts and Sciences' Liberal Studies Curriculum.
Prerequisite(s): LAT 141.
LAT 202. Intermediate Latin II. 3 Hours
Systematic review of grammar, exercises in vocabulary development, readings from Caesar, Cicero, Virgil, or Ovid.
Prerequisite(s): LAT 201.
LAT 321. Latin Composition & Syntax. 3 Hours
Practice in writing Latin, for enrichment of vocabulary, refinement of grammar, and control of major Latin prose styles.
Prerequisite(s): LAT 202.
LAT 350. Latin Literature. 3 Hours
Advanced readings in a particular author or genre (epic, drama, history, philosophy). Repeatable when subtitle and content change.
Prerequisite(s): LAT 202.
LAT 491. Independent Study. 1-3 Hours
Independent research project under the guidance of an instructor. Admission to project and number of semester hours require approval of chairperson. Prerequisite(s): LAT 202 or permission of department chairperson.
Russian Courses
RUS 101. Introduction to Russian I. 3 Hours
Development of basic communication and intercultural skills in reading, listening, writing, and speaking through extensive practice in language use. Admission is restricted to those who have not studied Russian or have placed into this course by examination.
RUS 141. Introduction to Russian II. 3 Hours
Further development of fundamental communication and intercultural skills in reading, listening, writing, and speaking through extensive practice in language use.
Prerequisite(s): RUS 101 or placement by examination.
RUS 201. Intermediate Russian I. 3 Hours
Review of the essentials of grammar, intensive conversation and comprehension exercises, reading of graded modern and contemporary prose and poetry. Successful completion of this course includes the demonstration of the proficiency level required by the College of Arts and Sciences' Liberal Studies Curriculum. Prerequisite(s): RUS 141.
RUS 202. Intermediate Russian II. 3 Hours
Review of the essentials of grammar, intensive conversation and comprehension exercises, reading of graded modern and contemporary prose and poetry. Prerequisite(s): RUS 201.
RUS 311. Russian Conversation I. 3 Hours
Vocabulary development, pattern drills, and the use of idioms in discussion and oral reports centered on Russian life and culture. RUS 311 and 312 may be taken in either sequence.
Prerequisite(s): RUS 202.
RUS 312. Russian Conversation II. 3 Hours
Vocabulary development, pattern drills, and the use of idioms in discussion and oral reports centered on Russian life and culture. RUS 311 and RUS 312 may be taken in either sequence.
Prerequisite(s): RUS 202.
RUS 321. Russian Composition. 3 Hours
Practice in composition on topics dealing with Russian life and culture; personal and business letters. Short weekly assignments to build vocabulary and control of idioms.
Prerequisite(s): RUS 202.
RUS 361. Survey of Russian Literature. 3 Hours
Russian literature and its development during the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. Study of exemplary works and literary movements.
Prerequisite(s): RUS 202.
RUS 491. Independent Study. 1-6 Hours
Independent study under the guidance of an instructor. Admission to course and number of semester hours require approval of chairperson. Repeatable when content changes.
Spanish Courses
SPN 101. Introduction to Spanish I. 3 Hours
Development of basic communication and intercultural skills in reading, listening, writing, and speaking through extensive practice in language use. Admission is restricted to those who have not studied Spanish or have placed into this course by examination.
SPN 131. Intensive Fundamental Spanish. 2 Hours
Intensive development of fundamental communication and intercultural skills in reading, listening, writing, and speaking through extensive practice in language use. Admission restricted to those who have previous experience with the language and place into this course by examination. Credit granted for only ONE of the following: SPN 101 or SPN 131.
SPN 141. Introduction to Spanish II. 3 Hours
Development of basic communication and intercultural skills in reading, listening, writing, and speaking through extensive practice in language use.
Prerequisites: (SPN 101 or SPN 131) or placement by examination.
SPN 201. Intermediate Spanish I. 3 Hours
Intensive development of the basic principles of Spanish through writing and conversation, stressing fluency. Language laboratory required. Successful completion of this course includes the demonstration of the proficiency level required by the College of Arts and Sciences' Liberal Studies Curriculum. Prerequisite(s): SPN 141.
SPN 202. Intermediate Spanish II. 3 Hours
Intensive development of the basic principles of Spanish through writing and conversation, stressing fluency. Language laboratory required.
Prerequisite(s): SPN 201.
SPN 230. Intermediate Spanish II - Medical. 3 Hours
Intensive development of the basic principles of Spanish through writing and conversation, stressing fluency applied to the medical field.
Prerequisite(s): SPN 201 or by examination.
SPN 270. Study Abroad. 1-6 Hours
Intensive study in a foreign country whose everyday language is Spanish, treating the culture and civilization of the country. Conducted in Spanish. Available only during the summer session. Repeatable when subtitle and content change.
Prerequisite(s): SPN 141 or equivalent.
SPN 301. Communicating in Spanish. 3 Hours
Enhancement of existing skills in the four areas of language learning: speaking, listening, reading and writing. Intensive exposure to contemporary cultural content through discussions of current events, social issues, and cultural aspects of modern Spain and Latin America.
Prerequisites: SPN 201 or equivalent.
SPN 302. Oral and Written Expression in Spanish I. 3 Hours
Enhancement of existing language skills with emphasis on the development of speaking and writing. Systematic refinement of grammar and vocabulary through discussions and compositions on a variety of topics related to social issues, as well as cultural aspects of modern Spain and Latin America.
Prerequisites: SPN 301 and by placement exam.
SPN 303. Oral and Written Expression in Spanish II. 3 Hours
Build upon language skills acquired in SPN 302 with emphasis on the development of speaking and writing. Systematic refinement of grammar and vocabulary through discussions and compositions on a variety of topics related to social issues, as well as cultural aspects of modern Spain and Latin America.
Prerequisites: SPN 301 or by placement exam.
SPN 311. Spanish Conversation I. 3 Hours
Development of fluency in the vocabulary and idioms of the spoken language through discussion of topics related to contemporary life in the Hispanic world.
Prerequisite(s): SPN 202 or SPN 301.
SPN 312. Spanish Conversation II. 3 Hours
Development of fluency in the vocabulary and idioms of the spoken language through discussion of topics related to contemporary life in the Hispanic world.
Prerequisites: SPN 311.
SPN 321. Spanish Composition I. 3 Hours
Practice in composition on a variety of topics. Systematic refinement and mastery of grammar and assimilation of stylistic patterns. Emphasis on developing facility in writing clearly and correctly in Spanish.
Prerequisites: SPN 311, May be taken concurrently.
SPN 322. Spanish Composition II. 3 Hours
Practice in composition on a variety of topics. Systematic refinement and mastery of grammar and assimilation of stylistic patterns. Emphasis on developing facility in writing clearly and correctly in Spanish.
Prerequisite(s): SPN 321.
SPN 324. Spanish for the Professions. 3 Hours
This course focuses on the evolution and current state of fields such as the legal system, police, banks and finance, real estate, media, healthcare, and human resources in Spain, the United States, and Latin America. Students will study historical and legal contexts, engage in in-depth learning and practice of specific vocabulary and structures relevant to those fields, and develop cultural competency applicable to professional situations.
Prerequisite: SPN 301.
SPN 325. Spanish in Business Settings. 3 Hours
SPN 325 will give students an opportunity to expand and practice their cross-cultural communication skills to interact with Spanish speakers in business settings. This course will develop geographic literacy and cultural understanding of the Spanish-speaking world, as these are central to being able to conduct business successfully in Spanish. The course will also provide students with a foundation in the vocabulary and discourse used in when interacting in business situations.
Prerequisites: SPN 321 or SPN 301 or SPN 302 or SPN 303.
SPN 326. Spanish for the Health Professions. 3 Hours
Introduction to medical Spanish vocabulary and intercultural realities to improve interaction with Spanish-speaking patients.
Prerequisites: SPN 202 or SPN 301 or SPN 302 or SPN 303 placement.
SPN 331. Spain Today: Films, Music, Festivals. 3 Hours
Overview of popular Spanish films, music, and festivals in present Spain, developing speaking, listening, reading, writing and critical thinking skills in Spanish, gaining awareness and demonstrating an understanding of the diversity of Spanish cultural productions, practices, artifacts, and beliefs. Conducted in Spanish.
Prerequisites: SPN 202 or SPN 301.
SPN 340. Advanced Spanish Grammar and Syntax. 3 Hours
Study of the principles of grammar and syntax of the Spanish language. Emphasizes the analysis and practice of grammatical rules needed to achieve an advanced level of Spanish proficiency (Speaking and Reading) on the American Council of Teachers of Foreign Languages proficiency scale.
Prerequisites: SPN 311 or SPN 302 or SPN 303 or concurrent enrollment with 321.
SPN 341. Spanish Culture & Civilzation. 3 Hours
Readings and discussions on the historical, social, political, and cultural phenomena of Spain. Conducted in Spanish.
Prerequisites: SPN 301 or SPN 302 or SPN 303 or SPN 311 or SPN 312 or SPN 321 or placement.
SPN 342. Latin American Culture & Civilization. 3 Hours
Survey of historical, social, political, and cultural phenomena of Latin America. Overview of literary, musical, performative, cinematic resources spanning the region’s history from pre-Conquest periods through to the present day. Conducted in Spanish.
Prerequisites: SPN 301 or SPN 302 or SPN 303 or SPN 311 or SPN 312 or SPN 321 or placement.
SPN 346. Performing Human Rights in Latin/x America. 3 Hours
Survey of theatre and performance from the 20th and 21st centuries that highlight social justice issues and human rights abuses throughout Latin America and the U.S. Latinx experience.
Prerequisites: SPN 301 or SPN 302 or SPN 303 or SPN 311 or SPN 312 or SPN 321 or placement.
SPN 348. The Hispanophone Caribbean. 3 Hours
The Caribbean is a place and a concept shaped through rich and diverse cultural encounters. In this class, students will critically engage with cultural productions (fictional literary texts, film, music, visual, spoken and digital media) rooted in Puerto Rico, Cuba, and the Dominican Republic and its diaspora in the United States. We will look at how the region, its inhabitants, their identity, and their realities are represented by a variety of artists, focusing on themes related to race/ethnicity, gender/sexuality, inter-Caribbean relations and tourism. Our goal is to question conventional (Western) perspectives of the Caribbean in order to recognize and appreciate the rich and complex historical and cultural realities of this region. In a broader sense, we will learn to recognize and critically engage with normative social structures.
Prerequisites: SPN 301 or SPN 302 or SPN 303 or SPN 311 or SPN 312 or SPN 321 or placement.
SPN 349. Revolt and Change in Latin American and Latinx Communities. 3 Hours
The main objective of this course is to help students gain a better understanding of the nature and types of protest that have shaped social, political, and economic realities in Latin American and Latinx communities, what role cultural artifacts play in articulating and remembering protest, and how they are represented in cultural products. Class discussion will focus on the nature of such representation, the artistic ways and forms in which this representation is achieved, and the significance of such representations for these communities at the time of their creation, as well as today. When possible, students will search for connections between different events and movements. Attention will also be paid to the role of the United States in shaping the occurrences and outcomes of these events.
This course will be taught entirely in Spanish. All discussion and assessments will be conducted in Spanish. While some authentic materials may use the English language, our engagement with them will happen in Spanish.
Prerequisites: SPN 301 or SPN 302 or SPN 303 or SPN 311 or SPN 312 or SPN 321 or placement.
SPN 350. Hispanic Literature in Translation. 3 Hours
Course to acquaint students with major Spanish and Spanish-American writers and literary movements. Conducted in English. Repeatable when subtitle and content change.
SPN 361. Survey of Spanish Literature I. 3 Hours
Readings and analysis of the works of major Spanish authors and discussion of the principal literary trends in Spain from the Middle Ages to the 1800's. Lectures, discussions, and assignments in Spanish.
Prerequisites: SPN 301 or SPN 302 or SPN 303 or SPN 311 or SPN 312 or SPN 321 or placement.
SPN 362. Survey of Spanish Literature II. 3 Hours
Readings and analysis of the works of major Spanish authors and discussion of the principal literary trends in Spain from the 1800's to the present day. Lectures, discussions, and assignments in Spanish.
Prerequisites: SPN 301 or SPN 302 or SPN 303 or SPN 311 or SPN 312 or SPN 321 or placement.
SPN 363. Survey of Latin American Literature I. 3 Hours
Survey of literary productions (poetry, prose, dramatic literature, and other written texts) throughout Latin America with a focus on historical periods prior to the Conquest, during Colonial Regime, and efforts for Independence. Overview of the region’s development and cultural traditions. Conducted in Spanish.
Prerequisites: SPN 301 or SPN 302 or SPN 303 or SPN 311 or SPN 312 or SPN 321 or placement.
SPN 364. Survey of Latin American Literature II. 3 Hours
Survey of literary productions (poetry, prose, dramatic literature, and other written texts) throughout Latin America with a focus on historical periods spanning Independence movements of the 18th century to the present day. Overview of the region’s development and cultural traditions. Conducted in Spanish.
Prerequisites: SPN 301 or SPN 302 or SPN 303 or SPN 311 or SPN 312 or SPN 321 or placement.
SPN 370. Study Abroad. 1-6 Hours
Intensive study in a foreign country whose everyday language is Spanish, treating the culture and civilization of the country. Conducted in Spanish. Available only during the summer session. Repeatable when subtitle and content change. Prerequisite(s): SPN 202.
SPN 380. Spanish & Ibero-American Cinema. 3 Hours
Introduction to cinematography and culture of Spanish and Ibero-American countries, emphasizing themes related to human rights (Socioeconomic, class, sexuality, gender, ethnicity), as well as critical and theoretical perspectives on films from these regions. Conducted in English.
Prerequisite(s): ENG 102 or equivalent.
SPN 387. Sustainability in Spanish. 3 Hours
Overview of current issues in sustainability, developing speaking, reading, writing and critical thinking skills in Spanish, gaining awareness of local and global challenges and solutions for economic, social, and environmental justice.
Prerequisites: SPN 301 or SPN 302 or SPN 303 or SPN 311 or SPN 312 or SPN 321 or placement.
SPN 415. Advanced Spanish Conversation I: Current Events in Spain. 3 Hours
Overview of current events in Spain while developing listening, speaking, reading and critical thinking skills in Spanish at an advanced level of proficiency. Class discussions and assignments will focus on themes of social justice and on expanding awareness of similarities and differences in local and international contexts.
Prerequisites: SPN 311 or SPN 312 or SPN 321 or SPN 302 or SPN 303.
SPN 440. Spanish Sociolinguistics. 3 Hours
Analysis of the interrelations between linguistic practices and ideas in the Spanish-speaking world and the social contexts in which they develop. Topics examined include language contact, minority languages, and human rights; language policy and education planning; socially conditioned variation according to gender, class, and ethnicity; and linguistic ideologies and identities in Spain and Latin America. Conducted in Spanish.
Prerequisites: SPN 301 or SPN 302 or SPN 303 or SPN 311 or SPN 312 or SPN 321 or placement.
SPN 450. Topics in Pre-20th Century Spanish Literature. 3 Hours
Lectures and discussions concentrating on specialized genres, periods, or authors of Peninsular literature prior to the twentieth century. Conducted in Spanish. Repeatable when subtitle and content change.
Prerequisites: SPN 301 or SPN 302 or SPN 303 or SPN 311 or SPN 312 or SPN 321 or placement.
SPN 451. Topics in Pre-20th Century Spanish-American Literature. 3 Hours
Lectures and discussions concentrating on specialized genres, periods, or authors of Spanish-American literature prior to the twentieth century. Conducted in Spanish. Repeatable when subtitle and content change.
Prerequisites: SPN 301 or SPN 302 or SPN 303 or SPN 311 or SPN 312 or SPN 321 or placement.
SPN 469. Spanish Linguistics. 3 Hours
Synchronic analysis of modern Spanish language, including a contrast of the Spanish sound system, morphology, and syntax with English structures; the historical derivation of Spanish, the modern Spanish dialects (Spain and Latin America), and approaches to teaching Spanish to English speakers. Conducted in Spanish.
Prerequisites: SPN 301 or SPN 302 or SPN 303 or SPN 311 or SPN 312 or SPN 321 or placement.
SPN 471. Topics from 20th and 21st Century Spanish Literature. 3 Hours
Lectures and discussions concentrating on specialized periods, genres, or authors of the twentieth and twenty-first centuries of Peninsular literature. Conducted in Spanish. Repeatable when subtitle and content change.
Prerequisites: SPN 301 or SPN 302 or SPN 303 or SPN 311 or SPN 312 or SPN 321 or placement.
SPN 472. Topics in Contemporary Spanish-American Literature and Film. 3 Hours
Lectures and discussions concentrating on specialized periods, genres or authors of twentieth-century Spanish-American literature. Conducted in Spanish. Repeatable when subtitle and content change.
Prerequisites: SPN 301 or SPN 302 or SPN 303 or SPN 311 or SPN 312 or SPN 321 or placement.
SPN 477. Honors Thesis Project. 3 Hours
First of two courses leading to the selection, design, investigation, and completion of an independent, original Honors Thesis project under the guidance of a faculty research advisor. Restricted to students in the University Honors Program with permission of the program director and department chairperson. Students pursuing an interdisciplinary thesis topic may register for three semester hours each in two separate disciplines in consulation with the department chairpersons. Prerequisite(s): Approval of University Honors Program.
SPN 478. Honors Thesis Project. 3 Hours
Second of two courses leading to the selection, design, investigation, and completion of an independent, original Honors Thesis project under the guidance of a faculty research advisor. Restricted to students in the University Honors Program with permission of the program director and department chairperson. Students pursuing an interdisciplinary thesis topic may register for three semester hours each in two separate disciplines in consultation with the department chairpersons. Prerequisite(s): Approved 477; approval of University Honors Program.
SPN 480. Spanish & Ibero-American Cinema. 3 Hours
Introduction to cinematography and culture of Spanish and Ibero-American countries, emphasizing themes related to human rights (socioeconomic, class, sexuality, gender, ethnicity), as well as critical and theoretical perspectives on films from these regions. Conducted in Spanish. SPN 342 recommended.
Prerequisites: SPN 301 or SPN 302 or SPN 303 or SPN 311 or SPN 312 or SPN 321 or placement.
SPN 491. Independent Study. 1-3 Hours
Independent research project under the guidance of an instructor. Admission to project and number of semester hours require approval of chairperson. Prerequisite(s): SPN 202; permission of department chairperson.
SPN 497. Service Learning Experience. 1-3 Hours
Supervised service experience or project which requires the use of Spanish. Repeatable up to a total of three semester hours.
Prerequisite(s): SPN 311 or equivalent.