FOREIGN LANGUAGES

Raymond Eichmann, Chair of Department, 425 Kimpel Hall, 575-2951

* Professors Cory, Eichmann, Hanlin, Haydar, Levine, Pritchett, Ricker, Williams * Professors Emeriti Cross, Falke, Fernandez * Associate Professors Bell, Christiansen, Davis, Fredrick, Hassel, Horton, Tucker, Turner * Associate Professors Emeritae Bergal, Ford, Jarvis * Assistant Professors Arenberg, Badia, Bamberger, Restrepo, Summers * Assistant Professor Emerita Rudolph * Instructors Jones, Rozier

The foreign language requirement among the basic courses is satisfied by successful completion of a course numbered 2013 for all B.A. degree candidates and of a course numbered 2003 level for all B.S. and B.F.A. degree candidates; and 1013 for B.M. degree candidates. Students who, on the basis of prior knowledge of language, omit one or more courses in the basic language sequence (1013-2013) may receive college credit for omitted courses if they validate their higher placement by passing an advanced course with a grade of "C" or above. Credit will be awarded at the request of the student when filed by application to the Foreign Language Department office.

Restrictions: (a) Conversation courses (3033, 4033) and correspondence courses may not be used to validate such prior knowledge; (b) No degree credit (graduation credit) is awarded for a foreign language 1003 course to students in Fulbright College continuing the language begun in high school, either by validation or regular registration.

Requirement for a Major in a Foreign Language: 24 hours in French, German, or Spanish in courses numbered 3000 or above with a minimum grade of "C" in each course. Specific requirements for each major are listed below. In special cases the specific course requirements for the major may be adjusted to the individual needs of the candidate with the permission of the major adviser. For majors in Greek and Latin see classical studies.

French - FREN 3113, FREN 4003, FREN 4033, FREN 4213, FREN 4223, and FREN 4233.

German - GERM 3003, GERM 3013, GERM 4003, GERM 4213, GERM 4223, three hours of conversation (3033 or 4033) and six hours of literature.

Spainish - SPAN 3033, SPAN 4003, SPAN 4033, SPAN 4103, SPAN 4133, and SPAN 4213 or SPAN 4223.

Writing Requirement: The college writing requirement may be satisfied by a term paper or other written work submitted for an upper-division foreign language literature class approved by the chairman of the Department.

Requirements for a Minor in a Foreign Language: 15 hours in French, German or Spanish in courses numbered 3000 or above. Specific requirements for each minor are listed below. For minors in Greek and Latin see classical studies.

French - FREN 4003 (French Grammar), 3 hours French Composition and 3 hours of literature courses.

German - GERM 3003 (Practical Communication), GERM 4003 (Advanced Composition and Stylistics), GERM 4213 (Civilization) and 3 hours of literature courses.

Spanish - SPAN 4003 (Advanced Grammar) and SPAN 4213 (Spanish Civilization) or SPAN 4223 (Latin American Civilization).

For information on advanced degrees in foreign languages, see the Graduate School Catalog.

Requirements for Honors in Foreign Languages: The Honors Program in Foreign Languages provides an opportunity for upper-division undergraduate students to participate in projects of a scholarly nature. Honors candidates do independent study and research under the direction of the foreign language faculty. Outstanding achievement is recognized by the awarding of the B.A. degree in a specific language or languages with the distinction "Language Scholar Cum Laude." Higher degree distinctions are recommended only in truly exceptional cases and are based upon the whole of the candidate's program of honors studies. In addition to meeting the eligibility standards determined by the Fulbright College Honors Council, candidates must (1) demonstrate an intelligent and responsive command of a minimal number of literary monuments. (2) demonstrate a satisfactory knowledge within the non-literary areas of the target culture, (3) demonstrate an acceptable level of proficiency in the four skills of their language, (4) complete a minimum of six hours of honors work in the chosen language, (5) submit by the final semester of their senior year evidence of substantial independent study, (6) present themselves toward the end of the final semester of their senior year for an oral examination administered by an Honors Council committee.

Foreign Language (B.A.) Teacher Certification Requirements:

1. Complete a minimum of 24 hours in primary field.

2. Complete Pre-Education (ASED)

3. Pass Oral Proficiency Examination in French, German, Russian, and Spanish equivalent to Mid-Intermediate Rating on the ACTFL/ETS test (taken at end of senior year).

4. The following courses are specifically required for certification: HLSC 1002, Wellness Concepts, and PEAC 1621, Fitness Concepts, OR HLSC 1103, Personal Health & Safety

5. Earn a "C" or better in ENGL 1013, ENGL 1023, ENGL 2003 (or ENGL 2013, or exemption by grades or test), COMM 1313, and MATH 1203 (or any higher mathematics course)

COURSES: FOREIGN LANG (FLAN)

FLAN3002 Health and Life Sciences Terminology (IR) A systematic introduction to the Greek and Latin components of terminology used in the health and life sciences. Recommended for majors in zoology, chemistry, biology, botany, pre-med, pre-dent, pre-vet, pre-nursing, and other health-related fields.

FLAN302V Translation Workshop (1-3) (IR) Introduction to translation as a literary form, dealing with the problems involved in interpreting a text and recreating it in English. (Same as ENGL 302)

FLAN3173 Introduction to Linguistics (IR) Introduction to language study with stress upon modern linguistic theory and analysis. Data drawn from various languages reveal linguistic universals as well as phonological, syntactic, and semantic systems of individual languages. Related topics: language history, dialectology, language and its relation to culture and society, the history of linguistic scholarship. (Same as ANTH 3173, COMM 3173, ENGL 3173) Prerequisite: junior standing.

FLAN3923H Honors Colloquium (IR) Covers a special topic or issue, offered as part of the honors program. May be repeated. Prerequisite: honors candidacy (not restricted to candidacy in foreign languages).

FLAN398V Special Studies (1-3) (IR) A course (not independent study) which covers a topic or author not usually presented in depth in regular courses. (Same as ENGL 398) May be repeated.

FLAN4003 Special Language I (FA) Under the number, various oriental, African, or other less commonly-taught languages will be offered from year to year. Prerequisite: junior standing.

FLAN4013 Special Languages II (SP) Continuation of Special Language I. Prerequisite: FLAN 4003 or equivalent.

FLAN423V Culture and Civilization: Field Studies (1-6) (IR) May be taken by students participating in overseas workstudy programs approved by the department.

FLAN4713 Language and Culture (FA, SP, SU) Anthropological approaches to the description and analysis of languages and their extension into ethnographic semantics with emphasis on cognitive models and their sociological correlates. (Same as ANTH 4713, COMM 4713)

FLAN504V Translation Workshop (1-6) (IR) Problems of translation and the role of the translator as both scholar and creative writer; involves primarily the discussion in workshop of the translations of poetry, drama, and fiction done by the students, some emphasis upon comparative studies of existing translations of well-known works. Primary material will vary. (Same as ENGL 5043) Prerequisite: reading knowledge of a foreign language.

FLAN505V Workshop (1-3) (IR) Specialized professional problems and topics in foreign language based career areas. May be repeated for 3 hours.

FLAN5063 Teaching Foreign Languages on the College Level (IR) Focus on basic methodological concepts and their practical application to college foreign language instruction.

FLAN5083 Developments in Second Language Teaching (IR) A review of techniques, strategies, and methodologies and a survey of recent developments in second language teaching.

FLAN575V Special Investigations (1-6) (FA, SP) May be repeated for 6 hours.

COURSES: ENGL FOREIGN (EASL)

EASL0021 Advanced English Grammar (FA, SP, SU) Presentation of a general overview of the verb, modal, and article in English. Review and practice on compound and complex sentences. Practice of grammatical structure orally and in writing. Not for degree credit. Prerequisite: ESL placement test.

EASL0024 Reading and Writing I (FA, SP, SU) Work on improving skills necessary to write a well-organized, thought-provoking essay incorporating paraphrased, summarized, and quoted ideas from various sources. Introduction to several rhetorical patterns. Critical reading skills practice, understanding inferences, and improving reading skills comprehension. Not for degree credit. Prerequisite: ESL placement test.

EASL0034 Reading and Writing II (FA, SP, SU) Advanced writing of formal documented, organized, and thought-provoking essays. Students will learn to read passages/articles in English proficiently and maintain discussion with near-native abilities and confidence. Not for degree credit. Prerequisite: ESL placement test.

EASL0041 Pronunciation (FA, SP, SU) Students learn to generate native-sounding speech and increase their intelligibility by working specifically on accent reduction, pronunciation, intonation patterns, and fluency. Credit earned in this course may not be applied to the total required for a degree. Prerequisite: ESL placement test.

EASL0053 ESL Listening and Speaking (FA, SP, SU) For improvement of aura/oral skills by international students. Includes the basic practice in fluency, clarity, intonation, stress, and pronunciation. Students give presentations and participate in academic discussions. Credit earned in this course may not be applied to the total required for a degree. Prerequisite: ESL placement test.

COURSES: ARABIC (ARAB)

ARAB1003 Elementary Arabic I (SP) Stresses correct pronunciation, aural comprehension, simple speaking ability. Basic grammar is taught inductively through oral and written skills.

ARAB1013 Elementary Arabic II (FA) Continues to stress correct pronunciation, aural comprehension, simple speaking ability. Continued presentation of grammar with special attention to basic morphology. Prerequisite: ARAB 1003 or equivalent.

ARAB1016 Intensive Arabic I (FA) Equivalent to 1003 and 1013. Stresses correct pronunciation, aural comprehension, simple speaking ability. Basic grammar is taught inductively through oral and written skills.

ARAB2003 Intermediate Arabic I (FA) Leads to greater oral comprehension and speaking ability and develops the more advanced reading and writing skills. Prerequisite: ARAB 1013 or equivalent. UNIVERSITY CORE COURSE

ARAB2013 Intermediate Arabic II (SP) Continued development of speaking, comprehension, reading, and writing. Emphasizes morphology and syntax. Prerequisite: ARAB 2003.

ARAB2016 intensive Arabic II (SP) Equivalent to 2003 and 2013. Leads to greater oral comprehension and speaking ability and develops the more advanced reading and writing skills. Emphasizes morphology and syntax. Prerequisite: ARAB 1013 or ARAB 1016.

ARAB3003 Intermediate Arabic III (FA, SP) Continued development of speaking, comprehension, reading and writing. Emphasizes morphology and syntax with increased focus on reading and writing. Students begin to express ideas and opinions. Prerequisite: ARAB 2013.

ARAB3013 Intermediate Arabic IV (FA, SP) Continued development of speaking, comprehension, reading and writing. Completes introduction of standard language skills required for functional ability in an Arabic-speaking environment. Prerequisite: ARAB 3003.

ARAB3016 Intensive Arabic III (FA) Leads to greater facility in the spoken language and continues to develop reading and writing skills. Continued emphasis on morphology and syntax. Prerequisite: ARAB 2016.

ARAB4016 Intensive Arabic IV (SP) Continued development of speaking, comprehension, reading, writing. Reading assignments introduce a variety of styles ranging from classical to modern in both prose and verse. Prerequisite: ARAB 2026 or equivalent.

ARAB4023 Advanced Arabic I (FA) Development of advanced speaking and writing skills. Extensive reading and writing assignments and translating exercises from English into Arabic. Prerequisite: ARAB 4016.

ARAB4033 Advanced Arabic II (SP) Continued advanced speaking, reading, and writing skills. Prerequisite: ARAB 4023.

ARAB4043 Advanced Conversation (IR) Continued development of aural comprehension and speaking skills in one of the major Arabic dialects.

ARAB4053 Arabic Readings (FA, SP, SU) Develops skill in description, analysis, and argumentation through weekly reading and writing assignments within a workshop atmosphere. Selected readings from various styles of standard Arabic, ranging from newspapers to literary texts.

ARAB4113 Modern Arabic Literature (IR) Selected readings from Arabic fiction and poetry from the 20th century to the present. Prerequisite: ARAB 4033.

ARAB4213 Introduction to Arab Culture (IR) Selected readings from Arab history, literature, the Islamic Tradition, and the Holy Qur'an. Prerequisite: ARAB 4033.

ARAB470V Special Topics (1-6) (FA, SP, SU) May be offered in a topic not specifically covered by courses otherwise listed. May be repeated.

ARAB575V Special Investigations (1-3) (FA, SP, SU) May be repeated.

COURSES: CHINESE (CHIN)

Fulbright College students receive no degree credit for CHIN 1003 unless they have satisfied the College entrance requirement with another foreign language.

CHIN1003 Elementary Chinese I (FA)

CHIN1013 Elementary Chinese II (SP) Elementary courses stress correct pronunciation, Aural comprehension, and simple speaking ability, and lead to active mastery of basic grammar and limited reading ability. Prerequisite: CHIN 1003 or equivalent.

CHIN2003 Intermediate Chinese I (FA) Intermediate courses lead to greater facility in spoken language and to more advanced reading skills. Prerequisite: CHIN 1013 or equivalent. UNIVERSITY CORE COURSE

CHIN2013 Intermediate Chinese II (SP) Continued development of basic speaking comprehension and writing skills and intensive development of reading skills. Prerequisite: CHIN 2003 or equivalent.

CHIN3033 Conversation (IR) (First Offered Spring 2000) Guided conversation practice for the post-intermediate student. Prerequisite: CHIN 2013 or equivalent.

CHIN3983 Special Studies (IR) May be offered in subject not specifically covered by courses otherwise listed. May be repeated for 6 hours.

COURSES: FRENCH (FREN)

Fulbright College students receive no degree credit for FREN 1003 unless they have satisfied the College entrance requirement with another foreign language.FREN1003 Elementary French I (FA, SP)

FREN1013 Elementary French II (FA, SP) Elementary courses stress correct pronunciation, aural comprehension, and simple speaking ability, and lead to active mastery of basic grammar and limited reading ability. Prerequisite: FREN 1003 or equivalent.

FREN1016 Intensive Elementary French (FA, SP, SU) Equivalent to 1003 and 1013. Stresses aural comprehension and practical speaking ability. Reading, writing, and grammar in support of communication skills.

FREN2003 Intermediate French I (FA, SP) Intermediate courses lead to greater facility in spoken language and to more advanced reading skills. Prerequisite: FREN 1013 or equivalent. UNIVERSITY CORE COURSE

FREN2013 Intermediate French II (FA, SP) Continued development of basic speaking comprehension and writing skills and intensive development of reading skills. Prerequisite: FREN 2003 or equivalent.

FREN2016 Intensive Intermediate French (FA, SP, SU) Equivalent to FREN 2003 and 2013. Stresses aural comprehension and practical speaking ability. Reading, writing, and grammar in support of communication skills. Prerequisite: FREN 1013 or equivalent.

FREN2013H Honors Intermediate French II (FA, SP)

FREN3003 Advanced French (FA, SP, SU) Further intensive practice for the purpose of strengthening written and oral expression. Includes a review of the essentials of French grammar. Prerequisite: FREN 2013 or equivalent.

FREN3033 French Conversation (FA) Three hours per week of guided conversation practice for the post-intermediate student. Prerequisite: FREN 2013.

FREN3063 Ph.D. Reading Requirement I (SU)

FREN3103 Cultural Readings (FA, SP, SU) A course designed to build vocabulary and to strengthen reading skills and oral expression through extensive practice with culturally authentic materials. Prerequisite: FREN 2013.

FREN3113 Introduction to Literature (FA, SP, SU) Further development of reading skills and introduction to literacy commentary and analysis. Prerequisite: FREN 3003 or FREN 3103.

FREN399VH Honors French Course (1-6) (FA, SP) May be repeated for 12 hours. Prerequisite: junior standing.

FREN4003 French Grammar and Composition (FA) Prerequisite: FREN 3003 or FREN 3103.

FREN4033 French for Oral Proficiency (SP) Three hours per week of conversation practice for the advanced undergraduate. Prerequisite: FREN 3003 or FREN 3103.

FREN4063 Applied Linguistics: Phonology, Morphology, and Syntax (FA) Prerequisite: FREN 3003 and FREN 3103.

FREN4113 Special Themes in French Literature (IR) Topics not normally covered in period courses. Sample topics: "The Comic Tradition in French Literature," "French Cinema." Topics announced one semester in advance. Prerequisite: FREN 3113.

FREN4203 Quebec Studies (IR) A study of Quebec's culture, institutions, economy, literature and cinema. Prerequisite: FREN 3113.

FREN4203H Honors Quebec Studies (IR) A study of Quebec's culture, institutions, economy, literature and cinema. Prerequisite: FREN 3113.

FREN4213 French Civilization (SP) Prerequisite: FREN 3113.

FREN4223 A Survey of French Literature I (FA, SP, SU) A survey of French literature, its forms and themes in the 19th and 20th centuries. Prerequisite: FREN 3113.

FREN4233 A Survey of French Literature II (FA, SP, SU) A survey of French literature, its forms and themes in the 19th and 20th centuries. Prerequisite: FREN 3113.

FREN4333 Business French (FA) Introduction and orientation to the French world of business and commerce through the study of vocabulary, forms, and formulas and expression used in commercial correspondence. Prerequisite: FREN 3113.

FREN4343 Business French: Quebec (SP) Introduction to French Business Language in the context of North America, focusing on Quebec and its economy. May be repeated for 6 hours. Prerequisite: FREN 3113

FREN470V Special Topics (1-6) (IR) May be offered in a topic not specifically covered by courses otherwise listed. May be repeated for 6 hours.

FREN475V Special Investigations (1-6) (FA, SP) May be repeated.

FREN498V Senior Thesis (1-6) (FA, SP, SU)

Graduate standing or consent is prerequisite to courses numbered above 5000.

FREN5003 French Grammar and Phonetics (IR) Systematic review of principles of French grammar and syntax; Comprehensive presentation of French phonetics.

FREN5213 French Culture & Civilization (IR) An analysis of French cultural symbols and attitudes as observed in their historical economical, political, social, educational, and linguistic aspects.

FREN5333 Old French Literature (IR) An intensive study of French Medieval Literature from the Chanson de Gestes to Vilon, including an indepth analysis of the genres and their evolution, and of the major authors of the times.

FREN5433 French 16th Century Literature (IR) A survey of representative writers of the sixteenth century.

FREN5533 French 17th Century Theatre (IR)

FREN5543 French 17th Century Literature (IR) A survey of representative writers of the seventeenth century.

FREN5673 French 18th Century Literature (IR)

FREN5703 Special Topics (IR) May be offered in a subject not specifically covered by the courses otherwise listed. May be repeated for 6 hours.

FREN5723 The Development of French Romanticism (IR)

FREN575V Special Investigations (1-6) (IR) May be repeated.

FREN5783 The French Nineteenth Century Novel (IR)

FREN5813 French 20th Century Theatre (IR)

FREN5833 French 20th Century Novel (IR)

FREN600V Master's Thesis (1-6) (IR)

COURSES: GERMAN (GERM)

Fulbright College students receive no degree credit for GREM 1003 unless they have satisfied the College entrance requirement with another foreign language.

GERM1003 Elementary German I (FA, SP)

GERM1013 Elementary German II (FA, SP) Elementary courses stress correct pronunciation, aural comprehension, and simple speaking ability, and lead to active mastery of basic grammar and limited reading ability. Prerequisite: GERM 1003 or equivalent.

GERM2003 Intermediate German I (FA, SP) Intermediate courses lead to greater facility in spoken language and to more advanced reading skills. Prerequisite: GERM 1013 or equivalent. UNIVERSITY CORE COURSE

GERM2013 Intermediate German II (FA, SP) Continued development of basic speaking comprehension and writing skills and intensive development of reading skills. Prerequisite: GERM 2003 or equivalent.

GERM2013H Honors Intermediate German II (FA, SP)

GERM3003 German Practical Communication (FA) Grammar review and reading and writing practice based on texts from the popular media and excerpts from business and scientific/technical literature. Writing of business and social letters, summaries, descriptions, and reports. Translation exercises. Course conducted in German. Prerequisite: GERM 2013.

GERM3013 Introduction to Literature (FA) Development of reading skills and introduction to literary analysis. Prerequisite: GERM 2013 or equivalent.

GERM3033 Conversation (SP) Three hours per week of guided conversation practice for the post-intermediate student. Prerequisite: GERM 2013.

GERM3063 Ph.D. Reading Requirement (SU)

GERM399VH German Honors Course (1-6) (FA, SP) May be repeated for 12 hours. Prerequisite: junior standing.

GERM4003 Advanced Composition and Stylistics (SP) Stylistic analysis of excerpts from contemporary German texts. Review of salient grammar points. Composition practice and translation exercises. Prerequisite: GERM 3003.

GERM4033 Conversation (SP) Three hours per week of conversation practice for the advanced undergraduate. Prerequisite: GERM 2013.

GERM4123 The German Novelle (IR) An intensive study of the novelle as a genre from its origin to the present. Prerequisite: GERM 3013.

GERM4133 The German Drama (IR) A study of the development of the forms and themes of the German drama from the middle ages to the present. Prerequisite: GERM 3013.

GERM4143 German Lyric Poetry (IR) A study of the forms and themes of German lyric poetry from the middle ages to the present. Prerequisite: GERM 3013.

GERM4213 German Civilization (IR) Prerequisite: GERM 2013 or equivalent.

GERM4223 German-Speaking Countries in the 20th Century (FA, SP, SU) Continues the introduction to German culture and civilization begun with GERM 4213 with emphasis on the emergence in the 20th century contemporary Austria, Switzerland, and a unified Germany.

GERM470V Special Topics (1-3) (IR) May be offered in a topic not specifically covered by courses otherwise listed. May be repeated for 6 hours.

GERM475V Special Investigations (1-6) (FA, SP) May be repeated.

GERM498V Senior Thesis (1-6) (FA, SP, SU)

Graduate standing or consent is prerequisite to courses numbered above 5000.

GERM5223 Early German Literature: Middle Ages to the Enlightenment (FA, SP, SU)

GERM5273 German Literature: Enlightenment, Storm and Stress, and Classicism(FA, SP, SU)

GERM5323 German Literature: Romanticism and Realism (FA, SP, SU)

GERM5343 Early Modern German Literature: Late 19th and Early 20th Century (FA, SP, SU)

GERM5363 German Literature after 1945 (FA, SP, SU)

GERM5703 Special Topics (FA, SP, SU) May be offered in a subject not specifically covered by the courses otherwise listed. May be repeated for 6 hours.

GERM575V Special Investigations (1-6) (FA, SP, SU) May be repeated.

GERM600V Master's Thesis (1-6) (FA, SP, SU)

COURSES: GREEK (GREK)

Fulbright College students receive no degree credit for GREK 1003 unless they have satisfied the College entrance requirement with another foreign language.

GREK1003 Elementary Greek I (FA) The rudiments of classical Greek, with concentration on grammar, vocabulary, and syntax. Short selections from ancient authors lead to basic reading ability.

GREK1013 Elementary Greek II (SP) A continuation of the rudiments of classical Greek, with concentration on grammar, vocabulary, and syntax. Short selection form ancient authors lead to basic reading ability. Prerequisite: GREK 1003 or equivalent.

GREK2003 Plato's Apology of Socrates or Greek New Testament or Both (FA) UNIVERSITY CORE COURSE

GREK2013 Homer (SP) Selections from the Iliad or the Odyssey: a survey of Greek epic poetry. Prerequisite: GREK 2003 or equivalent.

Graduate standing or consent is prerequisite to courses numbered above 4023.

GREK4023 Greek Poetry or Plato (IR) Selections from the Elegiac, lambic, and Lyric poets. Plato's Apology and Crito. Prerequisite: GREK 2013 or equivalent.

GREK4033 Herodotus or Thucydides (IR) Readings of Herodotus, Book VII, and Thucydides, Book VI; collateral readings on the Persian and Peloponnesian Wars. Prerequisite: GREK 2013 or equivalent.

GREK4043 Greek Drama (IR) Readings of 2 tragedies and one comedy; a study of the Greek theatre. Prerequisite: GREK 2013 or equivalent.

GREK475V Special Investigations (1-6) (FA, SP, SU) May be repeated.

GREK575V Special Investigations (1-6) (IR) May be repeated for 12 hours.

COURSES: ITALIAN (ITAL)

Fulbright College students receive no degree credit for ITAL 1003 unless they have satisfied the College entrance requirement with another foreign language.

ITAL1003 Elementary Italian I (FA)

ITAL1013 Elementary Italian II (SP) Elementary courses stress correct pronunciation, aural comprehension, and simple speaking ability, and lead to active mastery of basic grammar and limited reading ability. Prerequisite: ITAL 1003 or equivalent.

ITAL2003 Intermediate Italian I (FA) Intermediate courses lead to greater facility in spoken language and to more advanced reading skills. Prerequisite: ITAL 1013 or equivalent. UNIVERSITY CORE COURSE

ITAL2013 Intermediate Italian II (SP) Continued development of basic speaking comprehension, and writing skills and intensive development of reading skills. Prerequisite: ITAL 2003 or equivalent.

ITAL3003 Italian Conversation (FA) Prerequisite: ITAL 2013.

ITAL3013 Introduction to Literature (SP) Development of reading skills and introduction to literary analysis. Prerequisite: ITAL 2013 or equivalent.

ITAL475V Special Investigations (1-6) (IR) May be repeated for 6 hours.

COURSES: JAPANESE (JAPN)

Fulbright College students receive no degree credit for JAPN 1003 unless they have satisfied the College entrance requirement with another foreign language.

JAPN1003 Elementary Japanese I (SP)

JAPN1013 Elementary Japanese II (SP) Elementary courses stress correct pronunciation, aural comprehension, and simple speaking ability, and lead to active mastery of basic grammar and limited reading ability. Prerequisite: JAPN 1003 or equivalent.

JAPN2003 Intermediate Japanese I (FA) Intermediate courses lead to greater facility in spoken language and to more advanced reading skills. Prerequisite: JAPN 1013 or equivalent. UNIVERSITY CORE COURSE

JAPN2013 Intermediate Japanese II (SP) Continued development of basic reading comprehension and writing skills and intensive development of reading skills. Prerequisite: JAPN 2003 or equivalent.

JAPN2022 Intermediate Conversation I (FA, SP) Supplemental to 2003. Provides 2 hours of guided conversation per week with the objective of building the listening/speaking skills.

JAPN2032 Intermediate Conversation II (FA, SP) Supplemental to 2013. Provides 2 hours of guided conversation per week with the objective of building the listening/speaking skills.

JAPN3003 Advanced Japanese I (FA) (First Offered Spring 2000) Introduces more complex forms and structures of the language as well as more Kanji (Chinese Characters) aiming at the improvement of all the skills: speaking, listening, writing and reading. Prerequisite: JAPN 2013.

JAPN3013 Advanced Japanese II (SP) (First Offered Spring 2000) Continuation of JAPN 3003 with more complex forms and structures of the language as well as more Kanji (Chinese Characters) aiming at the improvement of all the skills: speaking, listening, writing and reading. Prerequisite: JAPN 3003.

JAPN3983 Special Studies (IR) May be offered in a subject not specifically covered by courses otherwise listed. May be repeated for 6 hours.

JAPN4213 Japanese Culture (IR) (First Offered Spring 2000) Insight into Japanese civilization and culture with special emphasis on the areas such as social life and environment, education, religion and customs, and visual and performing arts. This course also discusses western influence on Japanese society, culture and language and how traditional and modern values are manifested in Japanese society. May be repeated for 6 hours. Prerequisite: JAPN 2013.

COURSES: LATIN (LATN)

Fulbright College students receive no degree credit for LATN 1003 unless they have satisfied the College entrance requirement with another foreign language.

LATN1003 Elementary Latin I (FA) The rudiments of classical Latin, with concentration on grammar, vocabulary, and syntax. Short selections from ancient authors lead to basic reading ability.

LATN1013 Elementary Latin II (SP) A continuation of the rudiments of classical Latin, with concentration on grammar, vocabulary, and syntax. Short selections from ancient authors lead to basic reading ability. Prerequisite: LATN 1003 or equivalent.

LATN2003 Petronius' Satyricon (FA) Development of reading skills through selections from Satyricon, and an instroduction to imperial history and culture through critical study of the novel in translation. Prerequisite: LATN 1013 or equivalent. UNIVERSITY CORE COURSE

LATN2013 Catullus (SP) Development of reading skills through selections from Catullus' poems, and an introduction to the culture and history of the late republic through critical study of Catullus in translation and secondary works. Prerequisite: LATN 2003 or equivalent.

LATN3003 Catullus and Horace (FA) The complete works of Catullus; selections from Horace's Odes. Prerequisite: LATN 2013 or equivalent.

LATN3013 Cicero & Caesar (SP) Selected readings from Cicero's orations, letters, and philosophical works combined with selections from Caesar's commentaries on the Civil War.

LATN3063 Intensive Reading in Latin I (IR) Readings of various types of Latin from the earliest period to the present in accordance with the needs of the class.

LATN475V Special Investigations (1-6) (IR) May be repeated.

LATN5633 Medieval Latin (IR) Selections from medieval writers from the 4th to the 17th century. Prerequisite: LATN 3003 or equivalent.

LATN575V Special Investigations (1-6) (IR) May be repeated.

COURSES: PORTUGUESE (PORT)

Fulbright College students receive no degree credit for PORT 1003 unless they have satisfied the College entrance requirement with another foreign language.

PORT1003 Elementary Portuguese I (IR) An introduction to basic Portuguese grammar with emphasis on listening comprehension and speaking skills.

PORT1013 Intermediate Portuguese II (IR) A continuation of PORT 1003. Prerequisite: PORT 1003 or equivalent.

PORT2003 Intermediate Portuguese I (IR) Review of basic grammar and further development of oral and reading skills. UNIVERSITY CORE COURSE

PORT2013 Intermediate Portuguese II (IR) Continued development of basic speaking comprehension and writing skills and intensive development of reading skills. Prerequisite: PORT 2003 or equivalent.

COURSES: RUSSIAN (RUSS)

Fulbright College students receive no degree credit for RUSS 1003 unless they have satisfied the College entrance requirement with another foreign language.

RUSS1003 Elementary Russian I (FA)

RUSS1013 Elementary Russian II (SP) Elementary courses stress correct pronunciation, aural comprehension, and simple speaking ability, and lead to active mastery of basic grammar and limited reading ability. Prerequisite: RUSS 1003 or equivalent.

RUSS2003 Intermediate Russian I (FA) Intermediate courses stress correct pronunciation, aural comprehension, and simple speaking ability, and lead to active mastery of basic grammar and limited reading ability. Prerequisite: RUSS 1013 or equivalent. UNIVERSITY CORE COURSE

RUSS2013 Intermediate Russian II (SP) Continued development of basic, speaking comprehension and writing skills and intensive development of reading skills. Prerequisite: RUSS 2003 or equivalent.

RUSS3013 Introduction to Literature (FA) Development of reading skills and introduction to literary analysis. Prerequisite: RUSS 2013 or equivalent.

RUSS3023 Listening Comprehension (SP) Provides intensive practice in listening to recordings taken from such sources as television broadcasts, lectures, and readings of literature. This is supplemented by conversation and by comprehension tests. Prerequisite: RUSS 2013 and RUSS 3013.

RUSS4003 Advanced Russian I (FA, SP, SU) Advanced Russian reading, conversation, and composition. Review of grammar and syntax. Prerequisite: RUSS 3013.

RUSS4013 Advanced Russian II (FA, SP, SU) Advanced Russian reading, conversation, and composition. Review of grammar and syntax. Prerequisite: RUSS 4003.

RUSS4123 Survey of Russian Literature from Its Beginning to the 1917 Revolution (FA) The instructor will discuss the historical and cultural backgrounds while focusing on major writers and will deal with literature as an outlet for social criticism. There will be textual analysis. It will be taught in English. (Same as WLIT 4123)

RUSS4133 Survey of Russian Literature Since the 1917 Revolution (FA) The instructor will discuss the historical and cultural backgrounds while focusing on major writers and will deal with literature as an outlet for social criticism. There will be textual analysis. It will be taught in English with readings in English. (Same as WLIT 4133)

RUSS470V Special Topics (1-3) (IR) May be offered in a topic not specifically covered by courses otherwise listed. May be repeated for 6 hours.

RUSS475V Special Investigations (1-6) (FA, SP) May be repeated.

RUSS575V Special Investigations (1-6) (FA, SP, SU) May be repeated.

COURSES: SPANISH (SPAN)

Fulbright College students receive no degree credit for SPAN 1003 unless they have satisfied the College entrance requirement with another foreign language.

SPAN1003 Elementary Spanish I (FA, SP)

SPAN1013 Elementary Spanish II (FA, SP) Elementary courses stress pronunciation, aural comprehension, and simple speaking ability, and lead to active mastery basic grammar and limited reading ability. Prerequisite: SPAN 1003 or equivalent.

SPAN1016 Intensive Elementary Spanish (FA) Equivalent to 1003 and 1013. Stresses aural comprehension and practical speaking ability. Reading, writing, and grammar in support of communication skills.

SPAN2003 intermediate Spanish I (FA, SP) Intermediate courses lead to greater facility in spoken language and to more advanced reading skills. Prerequisite: SPAN 1013 or equivalent. UNIVERSITY CORE COURSE

SPAN2013 Intermediate Spanish II (FA, SP) Continued development of basic speaking comprehension and writing skills and intensive development of reading skills. Prerequisite: SPAN 2003 or equivalent.

SPAN2016 Intensive Intermediate Spanish (SP) Equivalent to 2003 and 2013. Stresses aural comprehension and practical speaking ability. Reading, writing, and grammar in support of communication skills. Prerequisite: SPAN 1013 or equivalent.

SPAN2013H Honors Intermediate Spanish II (FA, SP) Continued development of basic speaking comprehension and writing skills and intensive development of reading skills. Prerequisite: SPAN 2003 or equivalent.

SPAN3003 Advanced Spanish (FA, SP) Further intensive practice to strengthen written and oral expression. Includes a review of the essentials of Spanish grammar. Prerequisite: SPAN 2013 or equivalent.

SPAN3033 Conversation (FA, SP, SU) Three hours per week of guided conversation practice for the post-intermediate student. Prerequisite: SPAN 3003.

SPAN3063 Intensive Spanish Reading I (SU) A rapid course in the fundamentals of Spanish for advanced students who do not desire to follow the usual curriculum Spanish in the shortest possible time.

SPAN3103 Cultural Readings (FA, SP) A course designed to build vocabulary and to strengthen reading skills and oral expression through extensive practice with culturally authentic materials. Prerequisite: SPAN 2013 or equivalent.

SPAN3113 Introduction to Literature (FA, SP) Further development of reading skills and introduction to literacy commentary and analysis. Prerequisite: (SPAN 3003 and SPAN 3103) or equivalent.

SPAN399VH Honors Spanish Course (1-6) (FA, SP) May be repeated for 12 hours. Prerequisite: junior standing.

SPAN4003 Advanced Grammar (SP) For majors and advanced students covering the problematic areas of Spanish syntax and usage. Prerequisite: SPAN 3003 and SPAN 3103.

SPAN4033 Advanced Conversation (SP) Three hours per week of conversation practice for the advanced undergraduates. Prerequisite: SPAN 3033 and SPAN 4003.

SPAN4063 Applied Linguistics: Phonetics and Phonology (SP) Prerequisite: SPAN 3003.

SPAN4103 Monuments of Spanish Literature (FA) Survey of the major works of Spanish literature from {El Cid{ through the 20th century. Prerequisite: SPAN 3113.

SPAN4133 Survey of Spanish-American Literature (SP) Monuments of Spanish-American literature from the Colonial period to the present, with a concentration on the period from 1888 to the present. Prerequisite: SPAN 3113.

SPAN4213 Spanish Civilization (SP) Prerequisite: SPAN 3113.

SPAN4223 Latin American Civilization (FA) Prerequisite: SPAN 3113.

SPAN4233 Modern Mexico: Culture & Society (FA, SP, SU) A wide-ranging exploration of culture and society in Mexico today, its unity and diversity, as tradition confronts the processes of modernization and globalization. Includes an historical survey, but focuses on contemporary issues, such as relations with U.S. This course will be taught in Spanish. Prerequisite: SPAN 3113.

SPAN4243 Literature and Culture in the Hispanic United States (FA, SP, SU) An exploration of the history and culture, art and politics of the major Hispanic groups in the United States. Focus on contemporary attitudes and issues. Prerequisite: SPAN 3113.

SPAN4253 Latin American Cinema and Society (IR) This course examines key issues in Latin American culture and history through films, documentaries, and literary and cultural texts. Topics included are: Human Rights, Ethnicity, Gender, Revisions of the past. Prerequisite:
SPAN 3113.

SPAN4333 Business Spanish I (SP) Enhances ability to relate to Spanish-speaking business environments by providing a solid foundation in vocabulary and discourse related to functional business areas such as organization of a company structure, management, banking and accounting, capital investment, personnel and office systems, production of goods and services, marketing, finance, and import-export. Prerequisite: SPAN 3003.

SPAN470V Special Topics (1-3) (IR) May be offered in a topic not specifically covered by courses otherwise listed. May be repeated for 6 hours.

SPAN475V Special Investigations (1-6) (FA, SP) May be repeated.

SPAN498V Senior Thesis (1-6) (FA, SP, SU)

SPAN5003 Workshop in Advanced Intensive Spanish (IR) Improvement of language proficiency in areas of listening and speaking. Includes a review of grammar, phonetics, and vocabulary (with cultural enrichment) as needed, with stress on oral practice and presentation. Prerequisite: adequate functional use of the language.

SPAN5013 Advanced Stylistics and Composition (IR) Systematic review of principles of Spanish grammar and syntax and the development of writing skills. Focus on methods of teaching Spanish grammar.

SPAN5203 Medieval Spanish Literature (IR) From the 'Jarchas' to the {Celestina{.

SPAN5233 Golden Age Novel (IR) Major works of Spanish prose fiction from the 16th and 17th centuries, with close reading of major works.

SPAN5243 Golden Age Poetry and Drama (IR) History and development of those genres in the 16th and 17th centuries, with close reading of major works.

SPAN5253 Colonial Literature and Culture (FA, SP, SU) An introductory course to the history, culture and literature of colonial Spanish America from 1492 until 1810. The course will cover representative colonial and indigenous texts and their contexts including Renaissance, Baroque, and travel literature of the Eighteenth Century. The course will be taught in Spanish.

SPAN5273 Nineteenth Century Prose (IR) From the costumbristas through Blasco Iba`n~ez, with emphasis on the novel.

SPAN5283 Nineteenth Century Drama and Poetry (IR) From Romanticism to the Generation of 1898.

SPAN5343 Advanced Survey of Spanish Literature Since 1898 (IR) intensive survey of the literature of Spain from the Generation of 1898 to the present. Prerequisite: graduate standing.

SPAN5363 Spanish American Literature (1492-1900) (IR) Representative of works of Spanish American prose and poetry, including selections from indigenous literatures, the {cron`icas{, and colonial literature up to the movement of {modemismo{.

SPAN5383 Twentieth Century Spanish American Poetry (IR) From the development of modernism to the present day.

SPAN5393 19th Century Spanish American Literature (FA, SP, SU) Study of representative literary works from Independence (1810) to 1900's. The course covers Neoclassicism, Romanticism, Realism/Naturalism, and Modernism and the role of literature in the nation-building process. The course will be taught in Spanish.

SPAN5403 Spanish American Theatre (FA, SP, SU) Historical examination of the theatre in Spanish America, with close analysis particularly of representative works and movements in the 20th century.

SPAN5433 Cervantes: {Don Quijote{ (IR) A close reading of Spain's greatest literary masterpiece.

SPAN5453 Cinema and Literature (IR) This course examines several Latin American and Spanish texts and their film adaptations as well as the main film making trends in the Hispanic world.

SPAN5463 20th Century Spanish American Literature (FA, SP, SU) Critical survey of major movements and outstanding and representative works in 20th century prose and poetry, from the Mexican Revolution and the avant-garde to the contemporary boom and post-boom.

SPAN5533 Mexican Literature (FA, SP, SU) An exploration of the special features and particular qualities if Mexican literature, as one of the most representative and complex of the Latin American national literatures. Includes an historical survey, but each class will focus on selected topics and issues especially in modern Mexican literature and culture.

SPAN5603 History of the Spanish Language (IR) Spanish from its origins to the present; relations between Spanish and the other romance languages.

SPAN5703 Special Topics (IR) May be offered in a subject not specifically covered by the courses otherwise listed. May be repeated for 6 hours.

SPAN575V Special Investigations (1-6) (IR) May be repeated.

SPAN5803 Seminar (IR) Seminar subjects vary from year to year. Available subjects, given as needed, include the Old Spanish Language, {Poema de mfo Cid{. Golden Age Poetry, the {Celestina{, 20th century Spanish drama, and the romances. May be repeated for 6 hours.

SPAN600V Master's Thesis (1-6) (IR)

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