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  • 3.00 Credits

    This course will examine the linguistic variation of the regional and social dialects of American English. It will begin with a brief introduction to define dialect and the linguistic phenomena that arise with dialect study. To explore the regional and social variations of American English, the historical settlements, languages, and social influences that have fostered the development of these dialects need to be addressed. In addition, students will learn about language attitudes that have existed and still exist today toward certain dialects.
  • 3.00 Credits

    As an overview of Native American languages, this course will examine language families and their relationships across the Americas: North, Central, and South. Our exploration of linguistic structural properties will inform our understanding of cross-linguistic phenomena. Culturally relevant sociolinguistic issues, e. g., languages hierarchies, endangerment, and revitalization will also be highlighted. NOTE: Please refer to the appropriate academic catalog for additional course information concerning prerequisites, co-requisites and course restrictions.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Studies designed to research different linguistic topics. Topics may cover any area of linguistics. NOTE: Please refer to the appropriate academic catalog for additional course information concerning prerequisites, co-requisites and course restrictions..
  • 3.00 Credits

    Fundamental issues are presented in the study of linguistic structure, syntax, within the theoretical framework of Generative Linguistics. Using English as a starting point for linguistic analysis, the course will use data from this and other varieties to illustrate the basic principles of parameters that govern the language faculty. This course is intended for students who would like to understand the basic concepts of syntactic structure as well as for those who would like to pursue advanced studies in linguistics.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Training in the audio-lingual method of teaching simple Latin dialogues; strategies for transferring Latin vocabulary to English; an introduction to selected stories from classical mythology and to certain aspects of Roman culture. NOTE: Although this course may be applied toward a major in Classical studies, it does not count toward the minimum degree requirement in humanities. This course does not count toward a minor in linguistics; it is not part of the linguistics program. NOTE: Please refer to the appropriate academic catalog for additional course information concerning prerequisites, co-requisites and course restrictions..
  • 3.00 Credits

    The Special Topics in Linguistics course is designed for students who are interested in pursuing an in-depth study of any topic or area of linguistics research. NOTE: Please refer to the appropriate academic catalog for additional course information concerning prerequisites, co-requisites and course restrictions..
  • 1.00 - 3.00 Credits

    Research on a linguistic issue/topic to be defined by the individual student in consultation with the instructor in the department who will guide the work and determine the number of credit hours to be assigned. A proposal must be submitted and approved by the department prior to registration. NOTE: Please refer to the appropriate academic catalog for additional course information concerning prerequisites, co-requisites and course restrictions..
  • 1.00 - 6.00 Credits

    A year-long research and writing project done in English, during the senior year under the close supervision of a tutor. A project proposal must be submitted and approved. May apply to the minor in linguistics. A proposal must be submitted and approved by the department prior to registration. NOTE: Please refer to the appropriate academic catalog for additional course information concerning prerequisites, co-requisites and course restrictions..
  • 3.00 Credits

    Semester one of a two semester intensive research and writing course for accomplished and motivated upper-level students under the close supervision of a faculty member in the department or program. Students must take the initiative in seeking a faculty member to help in the design and supervision of the project. This is an individual enrollment course, and registration is carried out through consultation with the faculty mentor. Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor and Department/Program approval prior to registration. Individual departments or programs may prescribe particular requirements for eligibility for the bachelor's essay, particular procedures for the approval of proposals, and/or particular guidelines for the projects themselves. Permission of instructor.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Semester two of a two semester intensive research and writing course for accomplished and motivated upper-level students under the close supervision of a faculty member in the department or program. Students must take the initiative in seeking a faculty member to help in the design and supervision of the project. This is an individual enrollment course, and registration is carried out through consultation with the faculty member. Prerequisite: LING 499A
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