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3.00 Credits
This course provides an introduction to Afro-Brazilian culture and society. Students will investigate key issues in the history, social life, politics, arts, and religion of African-descended peoples in Brazil through discussion of readings and both documentary and feature films, and developing a filmography. The course is taught in English, and no prior knowledge of Brazil or Portuguese language is required.
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3.00 Credits
This course is the study of selected literary works by major writers from Brazil and the former Portuguese colonies in Africa. The thematic focus is on the culture of Africa and of Brazilians of African descent. Readings, lectures, and discussions are in English, and no prior knowledge of Brazil, Africa, or the Portuguese language is required. Prerequisite: ENG 2301 or 2302, and junior status.
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3.00 Credits
This course studies the multicultural origins and contemporary trends of the Portuguese-speaking world: medieval origins and colonial expansion of Portugal; Lusophone Africa and Asia; the formation of modern nations and societies, with some emphasis on Brazil. Topics may include colonialism, race, ethnicity, economics, politics, geography, religion, gender, popular culture, and the arts. Prerequisite: POR 2312 or permission of the instructor.
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3.00 Credits
This course is an overview of major literary works and movements of the Portuguese speaking world in all genres. Emphasis will be on literature from Portugal, Brazil, Angola, Mozambique, and Cape Verde. Students will also learn concepts of literary theory and criticism, and they will learn to use these in analyzing texts. Prerequisite: POR 2312 or permission of the instructor.
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3.00 Credits
This course provides intensive practice in reading and writing Portuguese. There will be emphasis on training in creative and expository writing, and in comprehending and analyzing both literary and nonliterary texts. The course introduces techniques for drafting, editing, and proofing, as well as strategies for stylistic analysis and appreciation of texts in Portuguese. Prerequisite: POR 3309 or assignment by placement examination.
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3.00 Credits
This course will involve an intensive investigation of a topic in the Portuguese language or the literature or culture of the Portuguese-speaking world. The topics are to be announced. This course may be repeated for credit up to a total of six semester hours with permission of the department chair. Prerequisite: permission of the instructor.
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed to provide students an opportunity to develop their abilities in writing and research. Emphasis will be placed on developing research skills. This course will instruct the student on how to conduct research and how to structure and organize a research paper. This course is required for all Political Science majors.
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3.00 Credits
This course provides a comprehensive analysis of the legal, political and economic issues confronting senior citizens. Legal issues affecting the elderly, such as living wills, wills, power of attorney, and guardianship are examined. Students will examine factors leading to present policies affecting the elderly, as well as those factors, which may indicate future trends. Additionally, students will examine the economic position of the elderly and factors affecting income maintenance. Prerequisites: POS 2311 and GER 2401.
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3.00 Credits
This course deals with the diplomacy of the United States as a world power. The rise to "super power" statusand the special problems encountered as a result are emphasized. Students may not receive credit for both HIS 3313 and POS 3313.
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3.00 Credits
This course deals with the transformation of the apartheid state into a multi-ethnic democratic state.
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