Modern Languages and Literature

Courses

Foreign Languages and Lit (LG) 

LG 101  Introductory Latin I  3 cr  

Introductory Latin I is the first half of a two-course sequence in Classical Latin. The goal of the courses is to achieve basic proficiency in understanding and reading Latin and to acquire a basic knowledge of Roman customs, history and culture.

LG 102  Introductory Latin II  3 cr  

Introductory Latin II is the second half of a two-course sequence in Classical Latin. The goal of the courses is to achieve basic proficiency in understanding and reading Latin and to acquire a basic knowledge of Roman customs, history and culture.

Prerequisite: LG 101 Minimum Grade of D  
LG 110  World Languages  3 cr  

The general aim of this introductory-level course is to ground students in a basic understanding of the social, political, economic and cultural realities of language around the globe, including the importance of mastering one or more languages other than one's native tongue. Students taking the course will profit from an understanding of language value in the global marketplace and will gain new insight into their own native language through a brief examination of the structures of several of the world's major languages. The course may feature guest presenters and will also discuss techniques of language acquisition.

LG 111  Introductory French I  3 cr  

The first of a two-semester sequence in introductory French. The goal of the two-semester sequence is to achieve a basic proficiency in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing French, and to acquire basic knowledge of French-speaking cultures. Core Course.

LG 112  Introductory French II  3 cr  

The second semester of the introductory course. Core Course.

Prerequisite: LG 111 Minimum Grade of D  
LG 121  Introductory Chinese I  3 cr  

First half of the first-year sequence in Modern Stande Mandarin Chinese. Develope speaking, listening, reading and writing equally. Builds a solid foundation in pronunciation, syntax & vocabulary. Students will be able to hold simple conversations at the end.

Cross-Listed: LGS 121  
LG 122  Introductory Chinese II  3 cr  

Second half of the first-year sequence in Modern Standard Mandarin Chinese. Develops speaking, listening, listening, reading and writing equally. Builds a solid foundation in pronunciation, syntax & vocabulary. Students will be able to hold simple conversations at the end.

Prerequisite: LG 121 Minimum Grade of D  
Cross-Listed: LGS 122  
LG 131  Introductory Spanish I  3 cr  

The first of a two-semester sequence in introductory Spanish. The goal of the two-semester course is to achieve a basic proficiency in communication in Spanish through the development of listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Core Course.

LG 132  Introductory Spanish II  3 cr  

The second semester of the introductory course. Core course.

Prerequisite: LG 131 Minimum Grade of D  
Cross-Listed: LG 134  
LG 141  Intro Classical Greek I  3 cr  

Introductory Classical Greek I is the first half of a two-course sequence in Classical Greek. The goal of the courses is to achieve basic proficiency in understanding and reading Greek and to acquire a basic knowledge of ancient Greek customs, history, and culture.

LG 142  Intro Classical Greek II  3 cr  

Introductory Classical Greek II is the second half of a two-course sequence in Classical Greek.

Prerequisite: LG 141 Minimum Grade of C  
LG 151  Introductory German I  3 cr  

The first of a two-semester sequence in introductory German. The goal of the two-semester course is to achieve a basic proficiency in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing German, and to acquire basic knowledge of German-speaking cultures. Core Course.

Cross-Listed: LG 153  
LG 152  Introductory German II  3 cr  

The second semester of the introductory course. Core Course.

Prerequisite: LG 151 Minimum Grade of D  
LG 153  Accelerated Intro German  6 cr  

A one-semester intensive first-year course for highly motivated students. This course covers the material taught in LG 151 and LG 152 and satisfies the Arts and Sciences Foreign Language requirement. By permission of instructor. Core Course.

Cross-Listed: LG 151, LG 152  
LG 171  Introductory Russian I  3 cr  

The first of a two-semester sequence in Introductory Russian. The goal of the two-semester course is to achieve a basic proficiency in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing Russian. Core Course.

LG 172  Introductory Russian II  3 cr  

The second semester of the introductory course. Core course.

Prerequisite: LG 171 Minimum Grade of D  
LG 173  Accelerated Intro Russian  6 cr  

A one-semester intensive first-year course for highly motivated students with prior instruction in a foreign language (either high school or college level) with a B average or better. This course covers material taught in LG 171 and 172 and satisfies the Arts and Sciences foreign language requirement. By permission of the instructor. Usually taught in the Spring semester. Fees.

Cross-Listed: LG 172  
LG 190  Sp Top -  1-3 cr  

Topics to be determined by student need and interest. Course may be repeated when content varies for a total of 12 credit hours.

LG 193  Study Abroad  1-6 cr  

This course is an introductory language and culture course taught as part of a faculty-led study abroad program. Topics and credit hours vary based on availability.

LG 201  Intermediate Latin I  3 cr  

The first of a two-semester sequence in intermediate Latin. The course is a continuation of the study necessary to achieve fluency in reading, understanding, and translating Classical Latin. A comprehensive review of grammar is accompanied with the presentation of material beyond the scope of Introductory Latin I and II. All texts for reading and translation are presented in the original classical texts, unabridged and complete. Emphasis on the development of the periods of classical Roman literature as well as pertinent events in Roman history and culture.

Prerequisite: LG 102 Minimum Grade of C  
LG 202  Intermediate Latin II  3 cr  

The second of a two-semester sequence in intermediate Latin.

Prerequisite: LG 201 Minimum Grade of C  
LG 205  Modern Lit in Translation  3 cr  

A varying-content course designed to introduce the student to selected major works of one language other than English. Works from English-speaking countries may occasionally be used for the purpose of cross-cultural comparison. The student may choose from a number of specific topics that will be designated prior to each semester. All readings and discussions are in English. May be repeated for credit when course content varies. Foreign Language majors wishing to have one or several of these courses count toward their major must seek prior approval from their advisor.

Prerequisite: (EH 102 Minimum Grade of B or EH 105 Minimum Grade of B)  
LG 211  Intermediate French I  3 cr  

The first of a two-semester sequence in intermediate French. A continuation of the training necessary to achieve fluency in understanding, speaking, reading and writing French. A comprehensive grammar review is complemented by elaboration of grammatical topics and lexical development beyond the scope of Introductory French I and II. Readings of literary and cultural texts treating French-speaking areas of the world. Emphasis on fluency in conversation and cultural fluency through class discussion of both written and recorded texts from the Francophone world. Core Course.

Prerequisite: (LG 112 Minimum Grade of C or LG 113 Minimum Grade of C)  
LG 212  Intermediate French II  3 cr  

The second semester of the intermediate sequence. Core Course.

Prerequisite: LG 211 Minimum Grade of C  
Cross-Listed: LG 213  
LG 213  Accelerated Inter French - H  4 cr  

A one-semester intensive intermediate course for students who have successfully completed LG 113 (Accelerated Introductory French-Honors), or the equivalent. This course covers material taught in LG 211 and 212. Usually taught in the Spring semester. By permission of instructor.

Prerequisite: LG 112 Minimum Grade of C or LG 113 Minimum Grade of C  
Cross-Listed: LG 212  
LG 221  Intermediate Chinese I  3 cr  

First half of the second-year sequence in Modern Standard Mandarin Chinese. Furthers communicative competence in all aspects of language learning: listening, speaking, reading and writing. Students will be able to write essays at the end.

Prerequisite: LG 122 Minimum Grade of D  
Cross-Listed: LGS 221  
LG 222  Intermediate Chinese II  3 cr  

Second half of the second-year sequence in Modern Standard Mandarin Chinese. Furthers communicative competence in all aspects of language learning: listening, speaking, reading and writing. Students will be able to write essays at the end.

Prerequisite: LG 221 Minimum Grade of D  
Cross-Listed: LGS 222  
LG 231  Intermediate Spanish I  3 cr  

The first of a two-semester sequence in intermediate Spanish. A continuation of the training necessary to achieve fluency. Grammar review, class discussions, extensive oral and written work, short readings in literature and culture are included. Core Course.

Prerequisite: (LG 132 Minimum Grade of C or LG 133 Minimum Grade of C or LG 134 Minimum Grade of C)  
LG 232  Intermediate Spanish II  3 cr  

The second semester of the intermediate sequence. Core Course.

Prerequisite: LG 231 Minimum Grade of C  
Cross-Listed: LG 234  
LG 234  Inter Spanish Accel -H  6 cr  

A one-semester intensive intermediate course for students who have successfully completed LG 134 (Accelerated Introductory Spanish), or the equivalent. This course covers the material taught in LG 231 and 232. Core Course. By permission of the instructor.

Prerequisite: (LG 132 Minimum Grade of C or LG 133 Minimum Grade of C or LG 134 Minimum Grade of C)  
Cross-Listed: LG 232  
LG 241  Interm Classical Greek I  3 cr  

The first of a two-semester sequence in intermediate Classical Greek. The course is a continuation of the study necessary to achieve fluency in reading, understanding and translating Classical Greek. A comprehensive review of grammar is accompanied with the presentation of material beyond the scope of Introductory Classical Greek I and II. All texts for reading and translation are presented in the original classical texts, unabridged and complete. Emphasis on the development of the periods of classical Greek literature as well as pertinent events in Greek history and culture.

Prerequisite: LG 142 Minimum Grade of C  
LG 242  Interm Classical Greek II  3 cr  

The second of a two-semester sequence in intermediate Classical Greek.

Prerequisite: LG 241 Minimum Grade of C  
LG 251  Intermediate German I  3 cr  

The first of a two-semester sequence in Intermediate German. A continuation of the training necessary to achieve fluency in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing German. Reading of literary, cultural, and historical texts. Class discussions, reports in German, both oral and written, are required. Core Course.

Prerequisite: (LG 152 Minimum Grade of C or LG 153 Minimum Grade of C)  
LG 252  Intermediate German II  3 cr  

The second semester of the intermediate sequence. Core Course.

Prerequisite: LG 251 Minimum Grade of C  
LG 271  Intermediate Russian I  3 cr  

The first of a two-semester sequence in intermediate Russian. A continuation of the training necessary to achieve fluency and understanding in speaking, reading, and writing Russian. Reading of literary and cultural texts. Increased practice in Russian conversation. Core Course.

Prerequisite: (LG 172 Minimum Grade of C or LG 173 Minimum Grade of C)  
LG 272  Intermediate Russian II  3 cr  

The second semester of intermediate Russian. Core Course.

Prerequisite: LG 271 Minimum Grade of C  
LG 273  Intensive Second Year Russian  4 cr  

A one-semester intensive Second Year course for students who have successfully completed the LG 171 and 172 sequence or LG 173 (Intensive First Year Russian). This course covers material taught in LG 271 and 272. By permission of instructor.

Prerequisite: LG 171 Minimum Grade of C and LG 172 Minimum Grade of C or LG 173 Minimum Grade of C  
LG 283  Chinese HY in Film and Lit  3 cr  

This course will introduce students to major topics in Chinese history, covering both ancient periods such as the Three Kingdoms period, and twentieth-century events such as the war with Japan and the Cultural Revolution. Post-Tiananmen Chinese society will also be stressed. Students will explore these themes through Chinese film and literature, and will thus become familiar with major directors, including Zhang Yimou and Jia Zhangke, and writers such as Yu Hua.

Cross-Listed: CA 283, HY 283  
LG 290  Sp Top -  1-3 cr  

Topics to be determined by student need and interest. Course may be repeated when content varies for a total of 12 hours.

LG 293  Study Abroad  1-6 cr  

This course is an introductory language and culture course taught as part of a faculty-led study abroad program. Topics and credit hours vary based on availability.

LG 305  Studies in Gender and Writing  3 cr  

A varying-content course that provides an in-depth study of gender-related questions in a literary and cross-cultural context. Unless otherwise indicated, all readings and discussions are in English. May be repeated for credit for a total of nine hours when course content varies. Foreign Language majors wishing to have one or several of these courses count toward their major must seek prior approval from their advisor.

Prerequisite: (EH 102 Minimum Grade of C or EH 105 Minimum Grade of C)  
LG 311  Survey French Lit Culture I  3 cr  

The first part of a two-semester course that deals with the major periods of French culture. Readings of representative works from the Middle Ages through the Eighteenth Century. In French.

Prerequisite: (LG 212 Minimum Grade of C or LG 213 Minimum Grade of C)  
LG 312  Survey French Lit Culture II  3 cr  

The second part of a two-semester course that deals with the major periods of French culture. Readings of representative works from the Nineteenth and Twentieth Centuries. In French.

Prerequisite: (LG 212 Minimum Grade of C or LG 213 Minimum Grade of C)  
LG 314  Advanced French Conversation  1 cr  

Intensive conversation with practice using various levels of the spoken language from slang to formal speech. Emphasis on the sounds and idioms of French. The course meets one hour per week with the instructor and one hour per week for a lab session, often with a native speaker. The content of this course will vary over four consecutive semesters. This course may be repeated for a maximum of four credits.

Prerequisite: LG 212 Minimum Grade of C or LG 213 Minimum Grade of C  
LG 321  Advance Chinese I  3 cr  

First half of the third-year sequence in Modern Standard Mandarin Chinese. By the end, the students will be able to hold a sustained conversation, and read and write informal essays of a substantial length.

Prerequisite: LG 222 Minimum Grade of D  
LG 322  Advanced Chinese II  3 cr  

Second half of the third-year sequence in Modern Standard Mandarin Chinese. By the end, the students will be able to hold a sustained conversation, and read and write informal essays of a substantial length.

Prerequisite: LG 321 Minimum Grade of D  
LG 324  Literary Chinese  3 cr  

Introduces advanced learners of modern Chinese Mandarin to the set expressions, vocabulary, and grammar of literary Chinese that continues to be used today. By the end students are better equipped for reading formal writing in modern Chinese.

Prerequisite: LG 222 Minimum Grade of D or LGS 202 Minimum Grade of D or LGS 272 Minimum Grade of D  
LG 326  Adv French Grammar-Conversatn  3 cr  

Comprehensive review of French grammar coupled with weekly practice in conversation using various levels of the spoken language from slang to formal speech. Emphasis on vocabulary acquisition and mastering the more complex features of French grammar.

Prerequisite: (LG 212 Minimum Grade of C or LG 213 Minimum Grade of C)  
LG 327  Adv French Comp-Conversatn - W  3 cr  

Intensive course in writing French coupled with oral presentations and activities designed to enhance the student's command of the language.

Prerequisite: LG 212 Minimum Grade of C or LG 213 Minimum Grade of C  
LG 333  Spanish Conversatn-Comp  3 cr  

Extensive oral and written work through a variety of activities to review and reinforce acquired language skills, emphasizing vocabulary acquisition and fluency in the language.

Prerequisite: (LG 232 Minimum Grade of C or LG 234 Minimum Grade of C)  
LG 334  Adv Spanish Grammar-Comp - W  3 cr  

Extensive study of major aspects of Spanish grammar with emphasis on increasing proficiency in the four language skills. Special emphasis is placed on descriptive and narrative writing.

Prerequisite: LG 232 Minimum Grade of C or LG 234 Minimum Grade of C  
LG 335  Commercial-Technical Spanish  3 cr  

Advanced course in written and spoken business and technical Spanish. Emphasis on writing proficiency in various aspects of business, government, technical and general commercial writing. Development of related speaking skills for commerce. Note: This course cannot be counted toward fulfilling degree requirements for B.A. concentration in Spanish.

Prerequisite: LG 333 Minimum Grade of C or LG 334 Minimum Grade of C  
LG 336  Intro Textual Analys Hisp Lit  3 cr  

Introductory course to literary analysis, literary and critical terminology, and genres as they appear in short works from both Spain and Latin America.

Prerequisite: LG 232 Minimum Grade of D or LG 234 Minimum Grade of D  
LG 337  Spanish for Medical Prof  3 cr  

LG 337 is designed for the advanced language student interested in further developing his/her linguistic proficiency in Spanish while acquiring terminology useful to the health care professional. In addition, the course affords the student an opportunity to gain insight into the health care needs of the non-English speaking Hispanic population in the U.S., as well as to begin understanding in general terms its diverse cultural milieu. The course is highly interactive and is conducted in its entirely in the target language. Note: This course cannot be counted toward fulfilling degree requirements for B.A. concentration in Spanish.

Prerequisite: LG 333 Minimum Grade of B and LG 334 Minimum Grade of B  
LG 338  Spanish for Legal Professions  3 cr  

Spanish for Legal Professionals introduces students to legal Spanish language as well as topics about the nature and functioning of law in the Spanish-speaking world and, in this country, the impact of the US legal system on the US-Hispanic population.

Prerequisite: LG 232 Minimum Grade of B or LG 333 Minimum Grade of C or LG 334 Minimum Grade of C or LG 335 Minimum Grade of C or LG 336 Minimum Grade of C  
LG 348  19th C Cntl Phl-Lit Theory  3 cr  

An examination of selected themes and issues in 19th Century Continental Philosophy and Literary Theory. Topics may include Idealism, Romanticism, Existentialism, Marxism, Freudianism. Identical with PHL 348 and EH 348. Credit cannot be received for both LG 348 and either PHL 348 or EH 348. (For LG credit, students will be required to do some coursework in their language of concentration.)

Cross-Listed: EH 348, PHL 348  
LG 349  20th C Cntl Phl-Lit Theory  3 cr  

An examination of selected themes and issues in 20th Century Continental Philosophy and Literary Theory. Topics may include Phenomenology, Existentialism, Hermeneutics, Structuralism, and Post-Structuralism. Identical with PHL 349 and EH 349. Credit cannot be received for both LG 349 and either PHL 349 or EH 349. (For LG credit, students will be required to do some coursework in their language of concentration.)

Cross-Listed: EH 349, PHL 349  
LG 351  Mythen, Marchen and Musik  3 cr  

In this course we will critically examine some of the myths and legends that form the foundation of some of Germanic civilization's most powerful cultural artifacts. By examining artistic interpretations and reinterpretations of these myths, we will come to a deeper understanding of the foundational role they play in German culture. Among the myths, legends and fairy tales we will consider are that of the hero Siegfried, the Faust myth, and the legend of Kaspar Hauser. Further, through a dialectic examination of how these myths are presented in text and music, students in this course will come to a deeper understanding of the importance of music to the totality of German culture. Composers whose work will be considered include Mozart, Beethoven, Mendelssohn and Wagner. This course will be conducted in German.

Prerequisite: LG 252 Minimum Grade of C  
LG 352  Crisis, Change, Transformation  3 cr  

This course explores how literature reflects various crises in the German-speaking world-cultural, linguistic, social, and political. Various literary forms, including short stories, novellas, and poems form the Middle Ages through the 21st century, will allow us to explore the source of the crisis as well as the proposed solutions, tracing these themes over the centuries. We will look at these crucial turning points, focusing on some key questions: What defines a crisis? Who (individual, family, group, nation) experiences it? How are these parties impacted? How do cultural or social or political norm shift? What kind of change, adjustment, or transformation is suggested in our text(s)? How does the crisis and/or its resolution later evolve? This course will be conducted in German.

Prerequisite: LG 252  
LG 361  German Lit thru Classicism  3 cr  

Origin and development of German Civilization (literature, thought, the arts, and society in a historical context) during the period of unification and industrialization, including Romanticism, Realism, Naturalism, and early Modernism. Extensive reading, class discussion, and oral and written reports in the language are required.

Prerequisite: LG 252 Minimum Grade of C or LG 253 Minimum Grade of C  
LG 362  German Cult-Lit 19th Century  3 cr  

Development of German civilization (literature, thought, the arts, and society in a historical context) during the period of unification and industrialization, including Romanticism, Realism, Naturalism, and early Modernism. Extensive readings, class discussions, and oral and written reports in the language are required.

Prerequisite: (LG 252 Minimum Grade of C or LG 253 Minimum Grade of C)  
LG 363  Modern-Contemp German Cult-Lit  3 cr  

Development of German civilization (literature, thought, the arts, and society in a historical context) from the early twentieth century through the present. Extensive readings, class discussions, and oral and written reports in the language are required.

Prerequisite: (LG 252 Minimum Grade of C or LG 253 Minimum Grade of C)  
LG 364  Highlights German Cult-Lit  3 cr  

A capstone course highlighting masterpieces of German literature and culture from a particular genre (e.g., the Novelle); a particular period or movement (e.g., Romanticism); an author or group of authors (e.g., Brecht); or a particular thematic focus. Extensive readings, class discussions, and oral and written reports in the language are required.

Prerequisite: LG 361 Minimum Grade of C or LG 362 Minimum Grade of C or LG 363 Minimum Grade of C  
LG 366  Adv German Grammar  3 cr  

Designed for the student who wishes to teach or do advanced work. Comprehensive study of formal grammar and structured practice in oral and written expression.

Prerequisite: (LG 252 Minimum Grade of C or LG 253 Minimum Grade of C)  
LG 367  Advanced German Conversation  3 cr  

Intensive conversation with practice in using various levels of the spoken language from slang to formal speech. Emphasis on the sounds and idioms of German. Students will gain familiarity with German cultural history, as well as contemporary political and popular culture. This course may be repeated for a maximum of six credits.

Prerequisite: (LG 251 (may be taken concurrently) Minimum Grade of C or LG 252 (may be taken concurrently) Minimum Grade of C)  
LG 368  Adv German Composition - W  3 cr  

Intensive course in writing German. Emphasis is on writing as a process, the communicative purposes of writing, and the development of critical reflection. Analysis of authentic texts and extensive practice in various genres of written German, including description, narrative, report, critical review, and interpretation.

Prerequisite: (LG 252 Minimum Grade of C or LG 253 Minimum Grade of C)  
LG 370  Special Topics -  1-3 cr  

Topics to be determined by student need and interest. Course may be repeated when content varies. A subtitle identifying the topic will be entered on the student's record.

Prerequisite: LG 212 (may be taken concurrently) Minimum Grade of C or LG 232 (may be taken concurrently) Minimum Grade of C or LG 252 (may be taken concurrently) Minimum Grade of C or LG 272 (may be taken concurrently) Minimum Grade of C  
LG 372  Golden Age of Russian Lit - W  3 cr  

A survey course designed to familiarize the student with the essential works of 19th century Russian literature. Students read and discuss works by Pushkin, Lermontov, Gogol, Dostoevsky, Turgenev, Tolstoy, and Chekhov. In English. Russian majors are required to read excerpts of works in Russian and to complete a course project in Russian.

Prerequisite: LG 272 Minimum Grade of C  
LG 373  Intensive Third Year Russian  4 cr  

A one-semester intensive Third Year course for students who have successfully completed the LG 271 and 272 sequence or LG 273 (Intensive Second Year Russian). This course is usually taught during the spring following LG 273, abroad during the summer or in the Fall following a semester abroad and acts as a bridge course. This course is meant to fill in any gaps in knowledge of Russian grammar before continuing to Advanced Grammar and Composition courses. Special attention is paid to nuances in Russian culture. By permission of instructor.

Prerequisite: LG 271 Minimum Grade of C and LG 272 Minimum Grade of C or LG 273 Minimum Grade of C  
LG 374  Adv Russian Grammar  3 cr  

A course designed to give students active control of the more complex features of Russian grammar. Structured practice in oral and written expression.

Prerequisite: LG 272 Minimum Grade of C  
LG 375  Adv Russian Conversation  2 cr  

Intensive conversation practice in using the various levels of modern spoken Russian. The course meets two hours per week. The content of this course will vary over eight consecutive semesters. This course may be repeated for a maximum of eight credits.

Prerequisite: LG 272 Minimum Grade of D  
LG 376  Adv Russian Composition - W  3 cr  

This course provides extensive practice in writing Russian. Students read, discuss, and write about texts which reflect the controversial and topical issues of the day.

Prerequisite: LG 272 Minimum Grade of C  
LG 380  Russian Poetry  3 cr  

Designed to enhance the student's overall command of spoken Russian through the study of Russia's rich poetic tradition. Russian poems and songs provide the basic materials for this course. Lectures, materials, and discussions in Russian.

Prerequisite: LG 272 Minimum Grade of C  
LG 381  Russian Prose in Context  3 cr  

A course designed to enhance the student's ability to read, translate, and discuss Russian texts. Students read works from both 19th and 20th century fiction, which they analyze both thematically and stylistically. Class work and assignments are geared towards increasing the student's vocabulary and understanding of Russian stylistics. All texts, lectures, and discussions in Russian.

Prerequisite: LG 272 Minimum Grade of C  
LG 384  Japanese Film  3 cr  

This course will introduce students to major themes in recent Japanese history, including samurai culture and other issues pertaining to social class, Westernization, the postwar family, sixties radicalism, and recent popular culture. Students will explore these themes through Japanese film and literature, and will thus become familiar with major directors, including Akira Kurosawa, Yasujiro Ozu and Juzo Itami, and novelists such as Junichiro Tanizaki and Yukio Mishima.

Cross-Listed: CA 284, HY 284, HY 384, LG 284  
LG 390  Special Topics -  1-6 cr  

Topics to be determined by student need and interest. Course may be repeated for a total of 12 hours.

Prerequisite: (LG 212 (may be taken concurrently) Minimum Grade of C or LG 213 (may be taken concurrently) Minimum Grade of C) or (LG 232 (may be taken concurrently) Minimum Grade of C or LG 234 (may be taken concurrently) Minimum Grade of C) or (LG 252 (may be taken concurrently) Minimum Grade of C or LG 253 (may be taken concurrently) Minimum Grade of C) or LG 272 (may be taken concurrently) Minimum Grade of C  
LG 393  Study Abroad  1-6 cr  

This course is an advanced language and culture course taught as part of a faculty-led study abroad program. Topics and credit hours vary based on availability.

LG 394  Dir St PreStudy Abrd -  1 cr  

Working under the direction of their faculty advisor, language majors will prepare for their required study abroad experience through an examination of selected country-specific readings as well as cross-cultural orientation materials. Prerequisite: completion of intermediate sequence in student's concentration or equivalent.

Prerequisite: (LG 212 Minimum Grade of B or LG 213 Minimum Grade of B) or (LG 252 Minimum Grade of B or LG 253 Minimum Grade of B) or (LG 232 Minimum Grade of B or LG 234 Minimum Grade of B) or LG 271 Minimum Grade of B  
LG 400  Applied Linguistics  3 cr  

LG 400 is one of the required core classes for the Applied Linguistics minor. The course introduces linguistics concepts to the students and gives them the foundation needed for the higher level classes required as part of the minor. Required core course. Pre-requisite: LG/LGS 200-level sequence with a C or better and sophomore standing.

Prerequisite: LG 200 (may be taken concurrently) Minimum Grade of C or LGS 200 (may be taken concurrently) Minimum Grade of C  
LG 412  Readings Francophone Lit  3 cr  

Study of the literature of the Francophone world, including West and North Africa, the Caribbean, and Quebec, in their cultural and historical context.

Prerequisite: (LG 311 Minimum Grade of C or LG 323 Minimum Grade of C) or (LG 312 Minimum Grade of C or LG 325 Minimum Grade of C)  
LG 415  Readings in the French Novel  3 cr  

Study of the development of the novel in French from the romantic period through the contemporary novel.

Prerequisite: (LG 311 Minimum Grade of C or LG 323 Minimum Grade of C) or (LG 312 Minimum Grade of C or LG 325 Minimum Grade of C)  
LG 416  Identites Francaises  3 cr  

Study of how different minority groups have been represented and have represented themselves in Nineteenth and Twentieth Century French and Francophone literature, essays, and film.

Prerequisite: (LG 311 Minimum Grade of C or LG 323 Minimum Grade of C) or (LG 312 Minimum Grade of C or LG 325 Minimum Grade of C)  
LG 431  Hispanic Civilizations  3 cr  

In-depth study of various aspects of Hispanic civilization and its contribution to world culture; emphasis upon on geographical, historical, social,political and artistic forces. Extensive class discussion, oral and written reports in the language are required.

Prerequisite: LG 333 Minimum Grade of C or LG 334 Minimum Grade of C or LG 336 Minimum Grade of C  
LG 432  Rdgs in Spanish Literature  3 cr  

Representative readings reflecting major literary movements and cultural events in Spain. Extensive class discussion, oral and written reports are required.

Prerequisite: LG 333 Minimum Grade of C or LG 334 Minimum Grade of C or LG 336 Minimum Grade of C  
LG 433  Rdgs in Latin Amer Literature  3 cr  

Representative readings reflecting major literary movements and cultural events in Latin America. Extensive class discussions, oral and written reports are required.

Prerequisite: LG 333 Minimum Grade of C or LG 334 Minimum Grade of C or LG 336 Minimum Grade of C  
LG 451  The Aesthetic Lens  3 cr  

In this course we will examine the tectonic shifts in German culture and history from the founding of the Welmar Republic to the present through the lens of lyric poetry and film. For each major period-the Welmar Republic: National Socialism and Second World War; the postwar period; the rise and fall of the Berlin Wall; Reunification-we will study the major poetic voices and two films both on their own aesthetic merits and relative to the historical contexts within which they were produced. We will also analyze the relationship between these works of art and the historical context in which they were produced. This class will be conducted in German.

Prerequisite: LG 366 Minimum Grade of C and LG 367 Minimum Grade of C and LG 368 Minimum Grade of C  
LG 452  Love, Friendship and Family  3 cr  

Representative readings addressing the concepts of love, friendship and family in German literature over a range of historical periods.

Prerequisite: LG 366 Minimum Grade of C or LG 367 Minimum Grade of C or LG 368 Minimum Grade of C  
LG 480  Senior Seminar - W  3 cr  

This course is designed to broaden and enhance the study-abroad experience and to serve as a capstone to the foreign-language major. Building on the study-abroad experience, students will (1) contextualize their experience through readings, (2) continue their experience by maintaining consistent contact with the target culture, and (3) communicate their experience and their enhanced understanding of topics such as culture shock, culture stereotypes, cultural metaphors, and cross cultural comparisons of behavior and mind-set. Classes will consist of lectures, discussions of readings, and a major research paper and public presentation of their research. Capstone Course. Prerequisite: completion of the Study Abroad requirement.

Prerequisite: EH 102 Minimum Grade of C and IS 391 Minimum Grade of S  
LG 490  Special Topics -  1-6 cr  

Topics to be determined by student need and interest. Course may be repeated when content varies. A subtitle identifying the topic will be entered on the student's record.

LG 492  Seminar -  1-3 cr  

A course designed for advanced students to pursue a special topic in depth through readings, critical discussions, and delivery of a seminar paper. This course may be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits. Prerequisite: Normally limited to juniors and seniors.

LG 493  Study Abroad  1-6 cr  

This course is an advanced language and culture course taught as part of a faculty-led study abroad program. Topics and credit hours vary based on availability.

LG 494  Directed Studies-  1-3 cr  

Directed study under the supervision of a member of the foreign language faculty. This course may be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits. Requires permission of department chair.

LG 496  Internship - Foreign Languages  1-9 cr  

Supervised professional work with mandatory reading list and written report. This course may be repeated for a maximum of nine credits. Prerequisites: Permission of the Department Chair is required.

LG 499  Honors Senior Project - H  3-6 cr  

Under the advice and guidance of a faculty mentor Honors Students will identify and carry out a research project, relevant to the field of foreign language study, that will lead to a formal presentation at the annual Honors Student Colloquium. The senior project will be judged and graded by three faculty chaired by the honors mentor.

LG 511  Intro Span for Health Profs  3 cr  

LG 511 trains healthcare professionals to effectively serve Spanish-speaking patients. Learners will acquire a sustained novice mid/novice high level of proficiency in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing Spanish for the medical field.

Cross-Listed: GIS 511  
LG 512  Inter Span for Health Profs  3 cr  

LG 512 expands learners' Spanish language skills through a range of assignments related to healthcare and Spanish-speaking populations.

Prerequisite: LG 511 Minimum Grade of C  
Cross-Listed: GIS 512  
LG 513  Adv Span for Health Profs  3 cr  

LG 513 will develop learners' Spanish language skills and cultural competency through readings and discussions on topics related to healthcare delivery for Hispanic populations. Students will also acquire an advanced medical terminology in Spanish.

Prerequisite: LG 512 Minimum Grade of C  
Cross-Listed: GIS 513  
LG 514  Pract Span for Health Profs  3 cr  

This practicum is the capstone for the Certificate in Spanish for Healthcare Professionals. Students will complete 45 hour clinical practicum at a USA-approved healthcare facility within the US or abroad.

Prerequisite: LG 513 (may be taken concurrently) Minimum Grade of C  
Cross-Listed: GIS 514  
LG 590  Sp Top -  1-3 cr  

Topics to be determined by student need and interest. Content will vary. A subtitle identifying the topic will be entered on the student's record.

LG 592  Seminar -  1-3 cr  

A course designed for graduate students to pursue a special topic in-depth with readings, critical discussion and delivery of a seminar paper.

LG 594  Directed Studies-  1,3 cr  

Directed study under the supervision of a member of the Foreign Languages and Literatures faculty having Graduate Faculty status. This course may be repeated for a maximum of 15 credits. Prerequisite: Permission of department chair.

Foreign Lang Less Taught (LGS)

LGS 101  Introductory Japanese I  3 cr  

The first of a two-semester sequence in Introductory Japanese. The goal of the course is to introduce students to Japanese as it is spoken today. Emphasis on developing speaking and listening skills through intensive drills, exposure to basic structural patterns, and functional vocabulary. LGS 101 is a NASILP course. Core Course.

LGS 102  Introductory Japanese II  3 cr  

A continuation of Japanese 101. Core Course.

Prerequisite: LGS 101 Minimum Grade of C  
LGS 106  Introductory Arabic I  3 cr  

The first of a two-semester sequence in Introductory Arabic. Its purpose is to introduce students to Arabic as it is spoken today. Emphasis on developing speaking and listening skills through intensive drills, exposure to basic structural patterns, and functional vocabulary. Study requires extensive use of audio-tapes. LGS 106 is a NASILP course. Core Course.

LGS 107  Introductory Arabic II  3 cr  

A continuation of Arabic I. Core Course.

Prerequisite: LGS 106 Minimum Grade of C  
LGS 110  Intro American Sign Language I  3 cr  

The first of a two-semester sequence in introductory American Sign Language (ASL). The goal of the two semester course is to introduce students to ASL as it is used today. Emphasis is on developing skills in signing through intensive drills, exposure to basic ASL structural patterns and functional vocabulary. LGS 110 is a LTLs course.

LGS 111  Intro American Sign Lang II  3 cr  

The second of a two-semester sequence in introductory ASL. The goal of the two-semester course is to introduce students to ASL as it is used today. Emphasis is on developing skills in signing through intensive drills, exposure to basic ASL structural patterns and functional vocabulary. LGS 111 is a LTLs course.

Prerequisite: LGS 110 Minimum Grade of C  
LGS 171  Introductory Korean I  3 cr  

LGS 171 is the first of a two semester sequence of Introductory Korean. The course develops speaking and listening skills, as well as reading and writing skills through intensive drills, exposure to basic structural patterns, and functional vocabulary. Core Course.

LGS 172  Introductory Korean II  3 cr  

The second of a two-semester sequence in introductory Korean. The goal of the two-semester course is to introduce students to Korean as it is spoken today. Emphasis is on building upon skills learned in LGS 171 and developing speaking and listening skills through intensive drills, exposure to basic structural patterns and functional vocabulary. LGS 172 is an LTLs course. Core Course.

Prerequisite: LGS 171 Minimum Grade of C  
LGS 201  Intermediate Japanese I  3 cr  

The first of a two-semester sequence. A continuation of the training necessary to build fluency in understanding and speaking Japanese. LGS 201 is a NASLIP course. Core Course.

Prerequisite: (LGS 102 Minimum Grade of C or LGS 103 Minimum Grade of D)  
LGS 202  Intermediate Japanese II  3 cr  

A continuation of LGS 201. Core Course.

Prerequisite: LGS 201 Minimum Grade of C  
LGS 206  Intermediate Arabic I  3 cr  

The first of two-semester sequence in Intermediate Arabic. This is a continuation of Introductory Arabic II. It continues to develop speaking and listening skills as well as reading and writing skills through intensive drills, exposure to basic structural patterns, and functional vocabulary. Study requires extensive use of audio -tapes. Core course.

Prerequisite: (LGS 107 Minimum Grade of C or LGS 108 Minimum Grade of D)  
LGS 207  Intermediate Arabic II  3 cr  

A continuation of Intermediate Arabic I. Core Course.

Prerequisite: LGS 206 Minimum Grade of C  
LGS 210  Intermediate ASL I  3 cr  

The first of a two-semester sequence in intermediate ASL. This is a continuation of Introductory ASL II. It continues to develop signing and interpreting skills through intensive drills, exposure to the basic ASL structure patterns and functional vocabulary. LGS 210 is a LTL?s course. Core Course

Prerequisite: LGS 111 Minimum Grade of C  
LGS 211  Intermediate ASL II  3 cr  

A continuation of Intermediate ASL I. LGS 211 is a LTLs course. Core Course

Prerequisite: LGS 210 Minimum Grade of C  
LGS 271  Intermediate Korean I  3 cr  

The first of a two-semester sequence. A continuation of the training necessary to build proficiency in understanding and speaking Korean. Core Course.

Prerequisite: LGS 172 Minimum Grade of C  
LGS 272  Intermediate Korean II  3 cr  

A continuation of Intermediate Korean I. Core Course.

Prerequisite: LGS 271 Minimum Grade of C  

Linguistics (LNG) 

LNG 300  Intro to Linguistics  3 cr  

LNG 300-Introduction to Linguistics is the introductory class for the Applied Linguistics minor. It will introduce linguistics concepts to the students and give them the foundation needed for the higher level classes required as part of the minor. Required core course. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing.

Prerequisite: (LG 201 (may be taken concurrently) Minimum Grade of C and LG 202 (may be taken concurrently) Minimum Grade of C) or (LG 211 (may be taken concurrently) Minimum Grade of C and LG 212 (may be taken concurrently) Minimum Grade of C) or (LG 231 (may be taken concurrently) Minimum Grade of C and LG 232 (may be taken concurrently) Minimum Grade of C) or (LG 241 (may be taken concurrently) Minimum Grade of C and LG 242 (may be taken concurrently) Minimum Grade of C) or (LG 251 (may be taken concurrently) Minimum Grade of C and LG 252 (may be taken concurrently) Minimum Grade of C) or (LG 271 (may be taken concurrently) Minimum Grade of C and LG 272 (may be taken concurrently) Minimum Grade of C) or (LGS 201 (may be taken concurrently) Minimum Grade of C and LGS 202 (may be taken concurrently) Minimum Grade of C) or (LGS 206 (may be taken concurrently) Minimum Grade of C and LGS 207 (may be taken concurrently) Minimum Grade of C) or (LGS 210 (may be taken concurrently) Minimum Grade of C and LGS 211 (may be taken concurrently) Minimum Grade of C) or (LGS 221 (may be taken concurrently) Minimum Grade of C and LGS 222 (may be taken concurrently) Minimum Grade of C) or (LGS 241 (may be taken concurrently) Minimum Grade of C and LGS 242 (may be taken concurrently) Minimum Grade of C) or (LGS 261 (may be taken concurrently) Minimum Grade of C and LGS 262 (may be taken concurrently) Minimum Grade of C) or (LGS 281 (may be taken concurrently) Minimum Grade of C and LGS 282 (may be taken concurrently) Minimum Grade of C)  
LNG 305  History of Euro Languages  3 cr  

LNG 305-History of European Languages is an elective class for the Applied Linguistics minor. It will introduce students to the emergence and development of the European Languages as we know them today, tracing their historical development from the beginning to the modern era. Elective course.

Prerequisite: LNG 300 Minimum Grade of C  
LNG 306  Contemporary Poetry and Trans  3 cr  

In this course, students will broaden their knowledge of contemporary poetry in either the Chinese, French, German, Russian or Spanish language and become conversant with translation theory. They will also begin to work towards expertise in the translation of this poetry into English.

Prerequisite: LG 212 Minimum Grade of C or LG 232 Minimum Grade of C or LG 252 Minimum Grade of C or LG 272 Minimum Grade of C or LG 273 Minimum Grade of C  
LNG 400  Applied Linguistics  3 cr  

LNG 400- Applied Linguistics is the second linguistics class for the Applied Linguistics minor. It will introduce Second Language Acquisition theory and concepts to the students and give them the theoretical foundation needed for the minor. This is the last required class of the Applied Linguistics minor. Required core course.

Prerequisite: LG 300 (may be taken concurrently) Minimum Grade of C  
LNG 465  Foreign Lang Pedagogy  3 cr  

LNG 465-Foreign Language Pedagogy is an elective class for the Applied Linguistics minor. It will introduce students to the theories and methodologies of the surrounding second language instruction, tracing their historical development of these methodologies from the beginning to the modern era. Elective course. Special Permission of the Instructor required to enroll in course.

Prerequisite: LNG 300 Minimum Grade of C and LNG 400 Minimum Grade of C  
LNG 490  Special Topics-  3 cr  

LNG 490-Special Topics is an elective class for the Applied Linguistics minor. A variety of topics can be covered in this class as determined by student interest and the discretion of the Director of Applied Linguistics Program. Elective course. LNG 300 and LNG 400 with a C or better.

Prerequisite: LNG 300 Minimum Grade of C and LNG 400 Minimum Grade of C  
LNG 494  Directed Studies-  3 cr  

LNG 494 - Directed Studies is an elective class for the Applied Linguistics minor. A variety of topics can be covered in this class as determined by student interest and the discretion of the Director of Applied Linguistics Program. Elective courses.

Prerequisite: LNG 300 Minimum Grade of C and LNG 400 Minimum Grade of C  
LNG 496  Intern. Applied Ling  3 cr  

LNG 496 - Internship in Applied Linguistics is an elective class for the Applied Linguistic minor. Allows Applied Linguistics students the opportunity for hands-on practice of the theories and methodologies learned as part of the Applied Linguistics minor. Elective course.

Prerequisite: LNG 465 Minimum Grade of C  
LNG 500  Introduction to Linguistics  3 cr  

Introduction to Linguistics will introduce Linguistics concepts to the students and give them the foundation needed for studies in applied linguistics.

Cross-Listed: LNG 300  
LNG 510  Applied Linguistics  3 cr  

Applied Linguistics will introduce second language acquisition theory and concepts to the students and give them the theoretical foundation needed for studies in applied linguistics.

Cross-Listed: LNG 400  

Faculty

Faculty NameFaculty DepartmentFaculty PositionDegrees Held
Britt, Kristy Leigh McKenzie Modern Language & Literature Senior InstructorBA, University of South Alabama
MA, University of CA-Santa Bar
Khan, Zoya Modern Language & Literature Associate ProfessorBA, Jawaharlal Nehru University
MA, Jawaharlal Nehru University
MA, University of Michigan-Ann Arb
PHD, University of Michigan-Ann Arb
McCready, Susan E. Modern Language & Literature ProfessorBA, Swarthmore College
MA, University of Pennsylvania
PHD, University of Pennsylvania
Pettway, Matthew Joseph Modern Language & Literature Assistant ProfessorBA, Eastern Michigan University
MA, Michigan State University
PHD, Michigan State University
Rice, Terri Wilbanks Modern Language & Literature Senior InstructorBA, Auburn University
MAHS, Auburn University
Rinne, Christine Renee Modern Language & Literature Associate ProfessorBA, Valparaiso University
MA, Indiana University-Bloomington
PHD, Indiana University-Bloomington
Roddy, Harry L. Modern Language & Literature Associate ProfessorBS, Tulane University
MA, University of Texas- Austin
PHD, University of Texas- Austin
Svynarenko, Anton Modern Language & Literature Part-Time InstructorBA, National Univ of Kharkiv
MA, National Univ of Kharkiv
PHD, Universit of Illinois -Chicago
Ter Horst, Eleanor E Modern Language & Literature Associate ProfessorBA, Yale University
MA, University of Michigan-Ann Arb
PHD, University of Michigan-Ann Arb
Tsai, Shunchang Kevin Modern Language & Literature Assistant ProfessorAB, Harvard University
MA, University of Texas- Austin
MA, Princeton University
PHD, Princeton University
Whitener, Brian Scott Modern Language & Literature Associate ProfessorBA, New College of Florida
MA, University of Chicago
CERTG, University of Michigan-Ann Arb
PHD, University of Michigan-Ann Arb