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  • 3.00 Credits

    3-0-3 (Eff. FL21) Interdisciplinary study of the humanities, from the 14th century world to the present, including literature, philosophy, music, art and history. Crucial themes of continuing importance such as justice, duty, the concept of the self, and the relationship between the individual and society, will be examined in both Western and non-Western cultures. The course will emphasize oral and written analysis of primary works. Prereq: ENGL 101, which may be taken concurrently. Prerequisite:    ENGL 101, which may be taken concurrently.
  • 3.00 Credits

    3-0-3 (Eff. FL21) Interdisciplinary study of the humanties, from the 14th century world to the present, including literature, philosophy, music, art and history. Crucial themese of continuing importance, such as justice, duty, the concept of the self, and the relationship between the individual and society, will be examined in both Western and non-Western cultures. The course will emphasize oral and written analysis of primary works. May be taken concurrently with any Honors course.
  • 3.00 Credits

    3-0-3 This interdisciplinary humanities course studies Chinese culture and civilization through art, music, philosophy, literature and history. Close reading of texts, class discussion and writing is required. Prerequisite or Corequisite: ENGL 101, which may be taken concurrently. Corequisite:    ENGL 101, which may be taken concurrently.
  • 3.00 Credits

    3-0-3 Japanese culture and civilization will be studied through art, and philosophical literary and historical texts, set in a chronological context. A close reading and interpretive analysis of primary texts will shape the major course activities which consist of in-class discussion and writing as well as writing assignments. Prerequisite or Corequisite: ENGL 101. Corequisite:    ENGL 101.
  • 3.00 Credits

    3-0-3 An introductory interdisciplinary humanities course on the cultures and civilizations of Latin America that will focus on the interpretation of literary, philosophical and historical texts, with a balanced representation from film, art, and music. Students will learn about some of the cultures of Latin America from political, economic and social perspectives. Areas include Meso, Central and South America, as well as the Caribbean. Prerequisite: ENGL 101, may be taken concurrently. Prerequisite:    ENGL 101, may be taken concurrently.
  • 3.00 Credits

    3-0-3 This course offers an interdisciplinary approach to the cultures and civilizations of the Middle East that recognizes both the diversity of the region and the unifying themes common to Middle Eastern societies. Students will explore the ancient past, the impact of Islam and the Golden Age, colonization and nationalist movements, and the contemporary Middle East. History, religion, literature and the arts will be investigated in both traditional and modern contexts. These varied course experiences will provide students with an integrated view of the Middle East today. Prereq: ENGL 101 which may be taken concurrently. Prerequisite:    ENGL 101 which may be taken concurrently.
  • 3.00 Credits

    3-0-3 (Eff. FL21) Humanities 180 is an introductory humanities course focusing on the pre-colonial through contemporary cultures and civilizations of continental Affricans. Through the interpretation of various texts and artistic expressions, including scholarly works, literary and non-literary texts, film, art and/or music, students will learn about the migratory patterns, philosophies, cultural histories, and sociopolitical structures of select African societies. Specifically, students will examine the valuues, beliefs, practices, and the various institituions throught which these are transmitted. Prereqs: ENGL 101, which may be taken concurrently. Prerequisite:    Prereqs: ENGL 101, which may be taken concurrently.
  • 1.00 Credits

    1-0-1 This one-credit course introduces students to the history, cultural traditions, and current circumstances of a specific study abroad site. This course combines fifteen hours of formal class time with additional co-curricular activities at the program site. Students are required to attend lectures and discussions on campus prior to the trip, at the site, and on campus after returning from the site. Students will spend at least five days at the site not including travel days to and from the destination.
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