African American and African Studies
101 Introduction to African-American and African Studies U 5 Introduction to the impact of broad historical forces such as colonization and capitalist slavery on race relations; the interdependence of ideology and social structure. 3 cl, 2 1-hr labs. GEC soc sci individuals and groups course.
251 Introduction to African Literature U 5 An assessment of the oral prose tradition and written prose of African literature; specific emphasis placed on student reading from primary sources. 2 2-hr cl. GEC arts and hums lit course.
323.01 History of African-Americans in the Age of Slavery U 5 Origins of Modern slavery; its development in the U.S.; the evolution of African-American life and culture from 1619 to the end of the Civil War.
Anthropology
202 Peoples and Cultures: An introduction to Cultural Anthropology U 5 Comparative survey of tribal and peasant peoples in the several world culture regions; culture concepts; study of selected topics. Su, Au, Wi, Sp Qtrs. 5 cl. H202 (honors) may be available to students enrolled in an honors program or by permission of department or instructor. Not open to students with credit for 210. GEC soc sci individuals and groups course. SS Admis Cond course.
Art Education
367.01 Ethnic Arts: A Means of Intercultural Communication U 5 A study of the artists, the artworks, and art worlds from diverse ethnic cultures in North America. H367.01 (honors) may be available to students enrolled in an honors program or by permission of department or instructor. Not open to students with credit for 367. GEC second writing, arts and hums VPA, and social diversity course.
Biology
597 Biology of Human Diversity: Race, Gender, and Ethnicity U 5 Historical perspectives on contemporary issues in human biology and biocultural problems. 3 cl, 1 2-hr rec. Prereq: 10 cr hrs of biological sciences course work and sr standing. GEC contemporary world and social diversity course.
Chinese
232 Modern Chinese Culture U 5 Modern Chinese culture as reflected in family life, language, literature, art, etc. 5 cl. Taught in English. GEC arts and hums cultures and ideas course.
Classics
101 Masterpieces of Greek Literature in Translation U 5 Introductory survey of the Greek achievement in literature and its contribution to Western thought; selected readings in English translation in major authors from Homer through the Hellenistic age. 5 cl. H101 (honors) may be available to students enrolled in an honors program or by permission of department or instructor. Not open to students with credit for 220. GEC arts and hums lit course.
102 Masterpieces of Latin Literature in Translation U 5 Introductory survey of Roman literature and its importance in the Western literary tradition; selected readings in English translation in major authors, such as Plautus, Vergil, and Ovid. Wi Qtrs. 5 cl. H102 (honors) may be available to students enrolled in an honors program or by permission of department or instructor. Not open to students with credit for 221. GEC arts and hums lit course.
224 Classic Civilization: Greece U 5 A survey of ancient Greek civilization, concentrating upon important facets of literature, history, art and archeology. Not open to students with credit for H124. GEC arts and hums cultures and ideas course.
Comparative Studies
100 Introduction to the Humanities: Cross-Cultural Perspectives U 5 Explores the role of literature and the arts in constructing, maintaining, and questioning the values and beliefs of diverse cultures and historical periods; topics vary. H100 (honors) may be available to students enrolled in an honors program or by permission of department or instructor. GEC arts and hums lit course.
201 Literature and Society U 5 Study of relationships among politics, society, and literature; analysis of social and political elements of literature and film from diverse cultures and historical periods. H201 (honors) may be available to students enrolled in an honors program or by permission of department or instructor. Prereq: English 110 or 111 or equiv. Not open to students with credit for 101. 201, 202, 203, and 204 may be taken independently. GEC arts and hums lit course.
203 Literature and Society U 5 This course explores the relationship between literature and psychology; we will analyze the construction of the self through diverse literary forms produced by individuals from the Islamic World, South America, the Caribbean and North America. In addition to reading different kinds of texts—memoirs, autobiography, short story, poem, essay, and novel, we will examine films produced by people about their own culture. Throughout we will weigh the degree to which the individual is defined by society and the artist is constrained by his literary form in his or her self-fashioning.
274 Introduction to Comparative Cultural Studies U 5 Introduction to interdisciplinary field of cultural studies; emphasis on relation of cultural production to power, knowledge, and authority, globally and locally. Prereq: English 110 or equiv. GEC arts and hums cultures and ideas course.
358 Film and Literature as Narrative Art U 5 American culture viewed from inside and from the perspective of foreign cultures, as seen in literature, film, art, music, journalism, folklore, and popular culture.
367 Second Writing Course GEC second writing and social diversity courses.
367.01 American Identity in the World U 5 This is an intensive writing course that focuses on outsiders’ views of America and Americans as well as on American conceptions of self and others. By examining key texts from the moment of discovery to our contemporary context, we will test our understanding of American Identity in the World. We will attempt to look at America through foreign eyes as a way to perceive the constructed nature of our own stories about ourselves and others. Class will focus on close reading and discussion of our key texts. We will also pay considerable attention to matters of style and argumentation in our weekly writing assignments.
470 Folklore of the Americas: Latin American Survey U 5 This upper level undergraduate course will provide students with an introduction to Folklore Studies of the Latin American Region. We will examine both folklore theory and methodology as it has developed by Latin American scholars, and specific genres in selected culture areas. Without generalizing about the vast and diverse region we call Latin America, we will cover folklore of the Texas-Mexican Border, Caribbean musical traditions, Amazonian Myth, Nicaraguan dance and festival, and craft in Western Mexico. Our texts will be supplemented by outside readings, video, screenings, audiotapes, and slides. Students will help broaden our scope even more by investigating a particular cultural tradition of a particular group or area and presenting their research in class.
694 Special Topics Course: Nicaragua (The Rio San Juan Service Learning Program) Development Theory and Environmental Conservation in the Third World. Students will study development theories from the 19th century to the present. The course will explore how economic development impacts conservation, natural resources and biodiversity in the “developing” world, with a special focus on Nicaragua. Immediately following Fall exams, the class travels to Nicaragua to participate in a two week conservation/development project. The class will be accompanied by Professors Katherine Borland and Karen Goodell, instructors CS 694, and by Mr. Orlando Ruiz, coordinator.
Education: Teaching and Learning
864 Multicultural Literature for Children G 3 Values and uses of literature by and about Blacks, Asians, Hispanics, Native Americans, and other U.S. ethnic groups: theoretical perspectives, trends, issues, and controversies. 1 2.5-hr cl. Prereq: 817 or equiv.
East Asian Languages and Literature
131 East Asian Humanities U 5 Introduction to the contemporary and traditional cultures of China, Korea, and Japan taught through readings, films, demonstrations, and discussions. 5 cl. GEC arts and hums cultures and ideas course.
English
367.03 African-American Voices in U.S. Literature U 5 Discussion, analysis, and writing about issues presented through the diverse voices of African-American literature. Not open to students with credit for Af. Am. & ASt 367.03. Cross-listed in African-American and African Studies. GEC second writing and social diversity course.
595 Literary Locations-Berlin, Germany The objective of the Literary Locations program is to give students an unmediated experience of the city of Berlin. Sites of historical and cultural significance are feature prominently in the itinerary, but time is also provided for students to experience the daily life of Berliners. Informal discussions with German graduate students and faculty are arranged, as well as cultural events and three group meals.
Hebrew
241 Culture of Contemporary Israel U 5 Introduction to the culture of modern Israel: historical roots, socio-political institutions and developments, and literary and artistic creations reflecting the realities of contemporary Israeli society. 5 cl. H241 (honors) may be available to students enrolled in an honors program or by permission of department or instructor. GEC arts and hums cultures and ideas course.
History of Art
210 Art of the Ancient World U 5 An investigation of the art of Western civilizations (Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece, and the Roman and Byzantine empires) in its historical and cultural context. 5 cl. H210 (honors) may be available to students enrolled in an honors program or by permission of department or instructor. GEC arts and hums VPA course. VPA Admis Cond course.
211 Art of the Medieval and Renaissance Worlds U 5 An investigation of Medieval and Renaissance art in its historical and cultural context. 5 cl. H211 (honors) may be available to students enrolled in an honors program or by permission of department or instructor. GEC arts and hums VPA course. VPA Admis Cond course.
216 Introduction to African Art and Archaeology U 5 The art and archaeology of Africa with emphasis on the historic cultures of the Rock Art (8,000 B.C.), Egypt (3000 B.C.), Nok (900 B.C.), Igbo-Ukwu (695 A.D.), Ife (1200 A.D.), and Benin (1400-1900 A.D.). 5 cl. GEC arts and hums VPA course. VPA Admis Cond course.
400 Women Artists of the Western World U 5 A chronological, sociohistorical examination of women artists and their contribution to western art. 5 cl. Prereq: 212 or permission of instructor.
History
325 Introduction to Women's History: The American Experience U 5 American women from pre-European-settlement to the present; experiences of Native American, African American, Mexican American, Puerto Rican, Asian American, Jewish, Appalachian, working-class; and lesbian women. H325 (honors) may be available to students enrolled in an honors program or by permission of department or instructor. Not open to students with credit for 237. SS Admis Cond course. GEC social diversity course.
Honors Courses
H101 Native American Stereotypes
H101 Islam
H101 American Amish
International Studies
250 Introduction to Africa U 5 Interdepartmental survey of the land, people, history, politics, social institutions, economic development, literature, and the arts, conducted by members of several departments. Su, Au, Wi, Sp Qtrs. 5 cl. GEC soc sci organizations and polities course.
Linguistics
201 Introduction to Language in the Humanities U 5 Examination of language as a system of human communication; provides students with the tools needed for the recording, investigation, and close analysis of language. Au, Wi Qtrs. 5 cl. H201 (honors) may be available to students enrolled in an honors program or by permission of department or instructor. Not open to students with credit for 202. GEC arts and hums cultures and ideas course.
Philosophy
367 Contemporary Social and Moral Problems in the U.S. U 5 An intensive writing course concentrating on the analysis and evaluation of philosophical argumentation concerning contemporary social and moral problems about race, gender, class, and ethnicity. Prereq: English 110 or 111 or equiv; and soph standing or above. Not open to students with credit for this topic under Philos. 294, 1995. GEC second writing and social diversity course.
Psychology
545 Cross- Cultural Psychology U G 4 Introduction to cross-cultural theories and research in various specialties in psychology (e.g., social, developmental, and abnormal psychology). 2 1.5-hr cl. Prereq: 100.
Sociology
467 Sociology of Religion U 5 The social role of religious institutions and beliefs, with particular reference to the United States; the relation between religion and other aspects of society. Prereq: 5 cr hrs in sociol. GEC social diversity course.
Social Work
300 Minority Perspectives: Race, Ethnicity, and Gender U 5 Examination of the structure of human societies, cultures, and institutions, and the allocation of resources from the vantage point of oppressed minority populations. Au, Wi, Sp Qtrs. 5 cl. Prereq: 10 cr hrs of course work in polit sc, psych, or sociol. Not open to students with credit for 600. GEC course.
597 Adolescent Parenthood and Sexuality: International Perspectives U 5 Examination of origins of adolescent sexual problems in milieus that develop different value systems; public policies and social programs designed to control adolescent sexuality and parenthood. Su Qtrs. 2 2.5-hr cl. Prereq: Sr standing; and 15 cr hrs of course work in social science in individual development, adolescence, the family, culture, and social change. GEC/LAR course.
Spanish
150 Culture and Literature of Spain U 5 Introduction to the principal developments of the culture of Spain through literature, art, music, film, and folklore. 2 2-hr cl, 1 1-hr rec. Taught in English. GEC arts and hums cultures and ideas course.
151 Introduction to Latin American Culture and Literature U 5 Introduction to the culture of Spanish America and Brazil through literature, art, music, film, and folklore. 2 2-hr cl, 1 1-hr rec. Taught in English. GEC arts and hums cultures and ideas course.
Women's Studies
210 Women, Culture, and Society U 5 Interdisciplinary analysis of women, culture, and society; topics include cultural images, socialization, media, sexuality, sexual orientation, work, family, politics, violence, inequality, and racial diversity. Su, Au, Wi, Sp Qtrs. 5 cl or 2 2-hr cl. H210 (honors) may be available to students enrolled in an honors program or by permission of department or instructor. Not open to students with credit for 201 or 202. GEC soc sci individuals and groups, and social diversity course.
367 Second Writing Course Prereq: English 110 or 111 or equiv, and soph standing. GEC second writing and social diversity courses.
367.01 U.S. Women Writers: Text and Context U 5 Writing and analysis of U.S. women's experience, with emphasis on interdisciplinary relationships between literature and U.S. women's socio-political history. Su, Au, Wi, Sp Qtrs. 5 cl or 2 2.5-hr cl. H367.01 (honors) may be available to students enrolled in an honors program or by permission of department or instructor. Not open to students with credit for 215 or 367 or H367