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3.00 Credits
The Republic of Chile is a country which has been isolated in the past, both by geography and by intent, but which now aspires to join the organization of the 65 richest countries in the world. Chile possesses a great range of topography, climate, and wealth. Chile has a history that includes dictatorships, Marxist governmnents, and democratic governments, and does not seem wedded to any of these forms of government. Students will study the history and politics of the region, comparing and contrasting the Chilean experience with that of the USA. They will look at the commerce of the nation, and they will study the culture and lifestyles of the residents of Chile. There will be daily current events segments, relying on the Santiago Times articles available through Internet, both during January of 2006 and throughout the year prior to that month. Each student will be responsible for a 500-word report and a five minute oral summary of that report on an assigned sub-segment of this course. There will be weekly tests and out-of-class assignments which will include map exercises.
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3.00 Credits
Designed as a more affordable intercultural travel experience, this course supplements intensive on-campus study with visits to two Apache Indian reservations in Arizona, in a quest for introductory knowledge of historic and current aspects of Native American life. Students will meet with many Native Americans; see historic sites related to Native American history, art, and culture; experience the ruggedly beautiful landscape of the American Southwest; stay on a working ranch for part of the trip; visit ancient ruins; drive through national forests and at least one national park; and, most important, witness and encounter daily life on the Apache reservations. Possible optional experiences could include a hot-air balloon ride, a whitewater rafting trip, a tour of Western movie sets, and a brief visit to the Sonora region of Mexico. Course satisfies Intercultural Exploratory requirement Travel course cost: $1,525
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3.00 Credits
Major events and cultural conditions related to World War II will be studied through mass media depictions. Required readings will be supplemented by films, broadcasts, songs, propaganda vehicles, and news stories to provide insights into both the battlefront and the home front. Counts as intercultural credit. Note: While much of the media material used in the course is entertaining and inspirational, some images and details presented are shocking, offensive and disturbing. Satisfies the intercultural exploratory requirement. Additional expenses: Non-overnight field trips may be possible on non-class days (Fridays), depending on several circumstances, especially weather. Potential destinations: World War Memorial in Indianapolis; USS Indianapolis Memorial in Indianapolis; American Legion in Indianapolis; Holocaust museum in Terre Haute; Voice of America historic site near Dayton; U.S. Air Force Museum in Dayton. Another possible expense would be an optional Army field rations meal, and/or a typical 1940s home front dinner.
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3.00 Credits
This Course covers the classical period through the Renaissance. Italy offers more examples of Classical, Byzantine, Romanesque, Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque art than perhaps any other single country. Profiles in leadership in religion and art: Religious and political innovators: St. Peter, St. Paul, Constantine, the growth of the Papacy, St. Francis, the Doges. The Artist as Cultural Leader: Giotto, Caravaggio, Raphael, Michelangelo, Palladio.
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3.00 Credits
This course offers the opportunity to study Spanish history and culture first hand. Students will spend time in Madrid and its surrounding area - the heartland of Christian Medieval Spain. Following, the students will travel on to southern Spain, long under Arab control, where some of the greatest examples of Islamic architecture in the world is found. Satisfies one intercultural requirement.
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3.00 Credits
Course Description: This course compares the evolution of crucial features of societies in Europe and the United States since the early modern period. The comparison will focus on ways of life, collective values, cultural assumptions, political institutions and movements, systems of public welfare provision, and the role of cities. Pre-requisites: GE 206 and HIS 120 or GE 206 and HIS 121 or consent of instructor. Additional Fees: None. Instructor: Ralph Guentzel
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3.00 Credits
This trip will investigate ancient and modern Egyptian civilization through on-campus lectures, text and videos. The history, culture and religion of Egypt will be continue to be examined through off-campus, on-site visits, lectures and discussions.
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3.00 Credits
This intercultural course, with its emphasis on both the ancient and the contemporary, will visit Lower Egypt in the north and Upper Egypt in the south. From Cairo to Giza, Memphis to Luxar, Karnak to Aswan, we will explore the roles of religion and archaeology in the longest-lasting civilization on earth. The polytheism of the Pharaohs (manifesting itself in pyramids, temples, and tombs) will be investigated, along with the monotheism of early Christianity (expressing itself in the Coptic churches), of Judaism (symbolized in the Exodus and in synagogues), and of Islam (demonstrating itself in the mosques and in art).Trasportation is sunny Egypt will be by private motorcoach in the north and by cruise ship on the Nile River in the south. Cost: $2500-$2700 (double occupancy). Intercultural Travel Course.
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3.00 Credits
Black Classics examines African-American history by studying music, movies, and other media. Students watch groundbreaking Black films, ranging from Stormy Weather featuring Lena Horne to Do the Right Thing by Spike Lee. Students also read African-American literature, such as The Black Poets edited by Randall and Black Voices edited by Harris and Golden. Black Classics also introduces students to two revisionary television programs: Roots and Eyes on the Prize. Finally, this course exposes students to two branches of African-American roots music: Gospel and Blues. Students also travel to museums, cultural events, and other sites, including a short trip to Memphis. At the start of each class, students present brief essays discussing what they learned the day before. Satisfies intercultural exploratory requirement. Course has travel component.
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed to give students a general knowledge of the Canadian and U.S. Legislative process particularly as viewed as the part of two pluralistic systems working within a federal framework. Satisfies one intercultural requirement.
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