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4.00 Credits
A study of Japanese drama in its historical, theatrical and literary aspects from the Classical Theatres of Noh, Kabuki and Bunraku to the modern New Theatre and avant-garde experiments. The growth and characteristics of each theater are examined as a living tradition in the broad cultural context of Asia, Japan and the West, with the use of films. Readings are in English. Fulfills the diversity and humanities requirements. Also offered as Performance and Communication Arts 226 and through Literature in (English) Translation and Asian Studies.
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4.00 Credits
This course provides a look at France and French-speaking countries today through works of literature and other art and media (film, music, television, etc.) created within the past seven to ten years. Open to students having completed French 202 or the equivalent. Also offered through European Studies.
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4.00 Credits
An introduction to the various methods of solving differential equations. Types of equations considered include first order ordinary equations and second order linear ordinary equations. Topics may include the Laplace transform, numerical methods, power series methods, systems of equations and an introduction to partial differential equations. Applications are presented. Prerequisite: Mathematics 136. Offered in spring semester.
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4.00 Credits
This workshop course is intended to improve skills in speaking and oral comprehension through French theater and film. Students read French plays and perform scenes from them; they also write and stage scenes inspired by the plays and films. Designed for students who have completed French 200 or a higher-level course. Not open to students returning from study in France. Offered in fall semester. Also offered through European Studies.
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4.00 Credits
This course is designed for students wishing to develop skills and a sense of style in written expression, especially in preparation for possible study in France. Students examine various literary and non-literary models of expression and write texts based on these and other subjects. Prerequisite: French 200 or the equivalent. Not open to students returning from study in France. Offered in spring semester.
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4.00 Credits
This course introduces students to the sociohistorical, political, economic and cultural elements that shape the Latino identity in the United States. Drawing from the growing body of literature - poetry, fiction, testimonial narrative, theatre, critical essays - by various Latino/a writers, the course explores issues of "race," immigration policy, class, education, language, religion,cultural identity and representation. The class is conducted in Spanish, although some readings are in English. Course materials also include videotapes, news, documentaries, music, etc. Also offered through U.S. Cultural and Ethnic Studies.
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4.00 Credits
This course explores the dynamics of Japanese culture, old and new, high and low, within itself and in relation to other cultures, particularly the West. Its approach is broadly comparative: "interdisciplinary" to examine the interrelationships among differentarts and cultural phenomena in the Japanese society, and "intercultural" to study the mutual relationships and influencesbetween Japan and western countries. Each topic is placed in wide historical, religious, social and artistic contexts, in search of its contemporary meanings and expression. Fulfills the diversity and humanities requirements. Also offered as Global Studies 245 and through Literature in (English) Translation and Asian Studies.
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4.00 Credits
Courses focusing on specific topics such as the literature and film of World War II, the Holocaust, literature and music. These topics will be announced prior to registration and generally have no prerequisites.
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4.00 Credits
Designed for students who have completed Spanish 201, 202, special topics courses offer the opportunity to study specific topics in Hispanic culture. Recent examples include seminars on Latin America in film and representations of women in Spanish film. Also offered through Caribbean and Latin American Studies.
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4.00 Credits
Through memoirs, fiction, children's literature and film, this course offers a glimpse of childhood and adolescent experience of school and an opportunity to study education in France and the Frenchspeaking world. Open to students having completed French 202 or the equivalent. Also offered through European Studies.
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