Courses
LLIT-105 Writing from Afar (3)
Through guided close readings of short texts, paintings, and maps from a variety of cultures and historical periods, we will explore the diverse motives that initiate travel and the equally diverse consequences travelers experience and visit on the cultures they encounter. We will investigate works of authors such as Ovid (Rome, 1bc), Marco Polo (Venice, 13c), Alexis de Tocqueville (France, 18c), Alexandra David-Neel (France, 19/20c), and Italo Calvino (Italy, 20c). As this is a writing-intensive course, our close readings will generate frequent in-class writing exercises and 4 papers of multiple drafts. By the end of this course students should feel confident analyzing texts from a variety of cultures, and synthesizing their own critical and personal appreciations of these.
Attributes: YLIBLLIT-107D CC Intro to World Myths (3)
An introduction to the mythic systems of classical antiquity found in various cultures (in translation): Greco-Roman, Egyptian, Indian, African and Pre-hispanic. Students learn to identify and determine the importance of common transcultural archetypes, including the Hero and the Trickster, the Poet and the Fool, and the Temptress and the Crone (among others). Required of all Foreign Language majors.
Attributes: CC YLIBLLIT-199C RW Research-Based Writing (3)
Students learn the basics of writing an academic research paper in this discipline. Emphasis is on elements of persuasive argumentation, the inclusion of more than one perspective on an issue, the proper use and documentation of sources, and revision. Students also learn how to make an effective oral presentation of their research. Department-determined topic may change from semester to semester and is likely to include literary texts as primary materials. Restricted to freshmen and transfers. Note: 199C courses may not be taken for credit more than once.
Attributes: RW YLIBLLIT-209D French Cinema&Lit in Trans (3)
This course explores contemporary French literary culture and society through the art and language of French cinema. A study of the major trends (‘nouvelle vague”) and genres of film since the end of World War II is included. Films by directors such as Marguerite Duras, Claude Lelouch, Alain Resnais, Francois Truffaut, and others are screened in French with English subtitles. Course includes some readings in translation.
Attributes: YLIBLLIT-230P P1 Hisp/Latino-Film&Lit (3)
This course examines the images of and the attitudes toward Spanish-speaking peoples within Hispanic/Latino communities in the United States and in the rest of the world. Films and literature in translation will be studied as sources of information, and students will investigate and analyze the portrayal of Hispanic/Latino peoples in literary and cinematic media. Works by such authors as Rigoberta Menchu, Jose Vasconcelos and Laura Esquivel may be read. Some of the films viewed may include Carmen, El Norte, and Il Postino. Includes both written and oral presentations. Course taught in English. Some films in Spanish with English subtitles.
Attributes: P1 WGST YLIBLLIT-400 Topics in Critical Theory (3)
An introduction to modern critical literary theories, from Russian formalism to feminist criticism. Assigned readings from various authors, some in translation, from an international perspective. Applied analysis to specific literary works. May serve as the WGST capstone course when the topic of the course is feminist criticism.
Attributes: YLIB
Restrictions: Including: -Class: Junior, Senior
LFRN-101C P5 Beginning French I (4)
This first course in a three-semester sequence is designed to cover thoroughly the basic elements of French structure and to awaken an appreciation of French culture. Although all four language skills are developed, the active skills of speaking and understanding are emphasized. Three class periods and two laboratory exercises per week. Students who successfully completed three or four years of study in the French language in high school (grades 9-12) or who are native speakers, may not be placed into the College 101 level in that language. Students wishing to continue study in this same language must be placed at the 102 level, or students may choose to begin study in ANOTHER language at the 101 level. Students who wish to continue language study are strongly advised to enroll in language courses as freshmen to avoid problems with retention of foreign language structures.
Attributes: P5 YLIBLFRN-102D P5 Beginning French II (4)
The second course in a three-semester is designed to cover thoroughly the basic elements of French structure and to awaken an appreciation of Francophone culture. Although all four language skills are developed, the active skills of speaking and understanding are emphasized. Three class periods and two laboratory sessions per week. Recommended prerequisite: Three years of high school French or LFRN 101C.
Attributes: P5 YLIBLFRN-103D P5 Beginning French III (4)
The third course in a three-semester sequence is designed to cover thoroughly the basic elements of French structure and to awaken an appreciation of Francophone culture. Although all four language skills are developed, the active skills of speaking and understanding are emphasized. Three class periods and two laboratory sessions per week. Recommended prerequisite: Four years of high school French or LFRN 102D.
Attributes: P5 YLIBLFRN-107D P5 Begin Frn-Fisher France (4)
An intensive language immersion program offered in the summer at the Universite de Caen, France. Five hours of weekday instruction, daily journal, group discussion, museum visits, and excursions are part of the program. Must be taken with LFRN 210D French Culture and Civilization.
Attributes: P5 YLIBLFRN-200D P5 Frn Conver&Phonetics (3)
An intermediate course emphasizing conversation skills, vocabulary building with some contemporary readings, phonetic training, and oral comprehension through audio and video programs. Three class periods and one laboratory exercise per week.
Attributes: P5 YLIB
Pre-requisites: LFRN-103D D- OR LFRN-103T D-LFRN-201D P5 Mod French Prose&Comp (3)
An intermediate course emphasizing reading skills. Nineteenth- and twentieth-century French fiction provides the basis for reading and composition practice.
Attributes: P5 YLIB
Pre-requisites: LFRN-103D D- OR LFRN-103T D-LFRN-202D P5 French Culture&Comp (3)
An intermediate course emphasizing the French cultural heritage. Essays on culture provide the basis for reading and composition practice.
Attributes: P5 YLIB
Pre-requisites: LFRN-103D D- OR LFRN-103T D-LFRN-207D P5 Int Frn-Fisher France (4)
An intensive language immersion program offered in the summer at the Universite de Caen, France. Five hours of weekday instruction, daily journal, group discussion, museum visits, and excursions are part of the program. Must be taken with LFRN 210D French Culture and Civilization.
Attributes: P5 YLIBLFRN-209D French Cinema & Lit (3)
This course explores contemporary French culture and society through the art and language of French cinema. It includes a study of women and gender issues through the major trends (‘nouvelle vague”) and genres of film (historical, literary, popular, political) since the end of World War II. Filmed by directors such as Duras, Lelouch, Truffaut, Resnais, and others are screened in French with English subtitles.
Attributes: YLIBLFRN-210D CC French Culture&Civ (3)
This course immerses students in an analysis of French history, geography, culture, civilization, and the arts. Through readings, lectures, interviews, debates, Internet searches, and many site visits, students engage in discussions to compare French cultural, political, and social attitudes to American practices and attitudes. Class meets formally for three hours daily and informally for specific group and/or individual projects. Final research paper. Taught in English.
Attributes: CC ISRS YLIBLFRN-304 17thC & 18thC French Lit (3)
This course traces developments from Neo-Classicism in the works of Corneille, Racine, Moliere through the shifts in political, social, and literary ideals in the works of Montesquieu, Voltaire, Rousseau, etc. Requires completion of two 200-level French courses to register.
Attributes: YLIBLFRN-305 19th Century French Lit (3)
A thorough study of 19th-century literary developments (romanticism, realism, naturalism, symbolism) through the works of Balzac, Hugo, Flaubert, and others. Requires completion of two 200-level French courses to register.
Attributes: YLIBLFRN-307D P5 Adv Frn-Fisher France (4)
An intensive language immersion program offered in the summer at the Universitede Caen, France. Students enroll in either LFRN 107D Beginning French or LFRN 207D Intermediate French (minimal LFRN 102D prerequisite), or LFRN 307D Advanced French. Three hours of weekday instruction, daily journal, group discussion, museum visits, and excursions are part of the program. Must be taken with LFRN 210D French Culture and Civilization.
Attributes: P5 YLIBLFRN-308 SubSahara Franco Afrcn Lit (3)
An exploration of the literary and cultural production of the French-speaking Caribbean and the “Francophone” countries of Sub-Saharan Africa. An historical overview of the “Negritude” movement leads into an investigation of representative works of major literary figures. Requires completion of two 200-level French courses to register.
Attributes: YLIBLFRN-312 20th Century French Lit (3)
A course designed to investigate the ideas of various 20th-century authors (Gide, Camus, Sartre, Butor, etc.). Requires completion of two 200-level French courses to register.
Attributes: YLIBLFRN-314 Topics in French Lit. (3)
This course offers the opportunity to explore writings of various countries and eras. Study concentrates on a genre or a period of literature in French. May be repeated since content varies from year to year. Requires completion of two 200-level French courses to register. Spring 2017 Topic: La Migritude Francophone au Cinema The course consists of the exploration of the topic of immigration and hybrid identity (hybridity) in the French-speaking world as discussed through the medium of film/cinema. Topics will include the causes of immigration in the French-Speaking worlds, the destinations of immigrants in the French-Speaking Worlds and the challenges/opportunities of hybrid identity (hybridity) facing both the immigrant communities and the communities of their homelands and new destinations/homes.
Attributes: YLIBLFRN-321 French Civ Since 1789 (3)
A historical panorama of France from the French Revolution to present times, with particular attention given to its people, geography, economy, and political systems. Requires completion of two 200-level French courses to register.
Attributes: ISRS YLIBLFRN-324 Stylistics & Translation (3)
Advanced grammar, syntax, and stylistics are covered. Textual analysis and applied principles of stylistics through selected readings and compositions. Requires completion of two 200-level French courses to register.
Attributes: YLIBLFRN-401 Sem: Francophone Study (3)
Topics for this course depend upon the interest of the student(s) and professor(s) involved. They may deal with subjects of either a lingual, cultural, or literary nature. This course may be repeated since the topic varies from year to year. Requires completion of at least one 300-level French course to register.
Attributes: YLIBLFRN-496 Independent Study (1 TO 3)
A course intended to take up special problems and to cover gaps in the major’s preparation. This course can be repeated, as content varies from year to year. Completion of the Independent Study/Tutorial Authorization form is required.
Attributes: YLIB
LITL-101C P5 Beginning Italian I (4)
This first course in a three-semester sequence is designed to cover thoroughly the basic elements of Italian structure and to awaken an appreciation of Italian culture. Although all four language skills are developed, the active skills of speaking and understanding are emphasized. Three class periods and two laboratory exercises per week. Students who successfully completed three or four years of study in the Italian language in high school (grades 9-12) or who are native speakers, may not be placed into the College 101 level in that language. Students wishing to continue study in this same language must be placed at the 102 level, or students may choose to begin study in ANOTHER language at the 101 level. Students who wish to continue language study are strongly advised to enroll in language courses as freshmen to avoid problems with retention of foreign language structures.
Attributes: P5 YLIBLITL-102D P5 Beginning Italian II (4)
The second in a three-semester sequence is designed to cover thoroughly the basic elements of Italian structure and to awaken an appreciation of Italian culture. Although all four language skills are developed, the active skills of speaking and understanding are emphasized. Three class periods and two laboratory sessions per week. Recommended prerequisite: Three years of high school Italian or LITL 101C.
Attributes: P5 YLIBLITL-103D P5 Beginning Italian III (4)
The third course in a three-semester sequence is designed to cover thoroughly the basic elements of Italian structure and to awaken an appreciation of Italian culture. Although all four language skills are developed, the active skills of speaking and understanding are emphasized. Three class periods and two laboratory exercises per week. Recommended prerequisite: Four years of high school Italian or LITL 102D.
Attributes: P5 YLIBLITL-107D P5 Begin Ital-Fisher Italy (4)
An intensive language immersion program offered in the summer in Rome, Italy. Five hours weekday instruction, daily journal, group discussion, museum visits, and excursions are part of the program. Must be taken with LITL 210D Italian Culture and Civilization.
Attributes: P5 YLIBLITL-200D Italian Composition (3)
A course designed to develop the student’s skills in writing Italian. Written themes; journal; some work in advanced grammatical constructions.
Attributes: YLIB
Pre-requisites: LITL-103D D- OR LITL-103T D-LITL-207D P5 Int Ital-Fisher Italy (4)
An intensive language immersion program offered in the summer in Rome, Italy. Five hours weekday instruction, daily journal, group discussion, museum visits, and excursions are part of the program. Must be taken with LITL 210D Italian Culture and Civilization.
Attributes: P5 YLIBLITL-210D CC Italian Culture & Civ (3)
This intensive summer program immerses students in an analysis of Italian history, geography, culture, civilization, and the arts. Through readings, lectures, interviews, debates, excursions, and museum visits, students engage in discussions to compare Italian cultural, political, and social attitudes to American practices and attitudes. Class meets formally for three hours daily and informally for specific group and/or individual projects. Final research paper is due after return to the U.S. Taught in English. Must be taken with LITL 107C or 207D. For more information, see the Director of Foreign Study.
Attributes: CC YLIBLITL-307D P5 Adv Ital-Fisher Italy (4)
An intensive language immersion program offered in the summer in Italy. Students enroll in either LITL 107D Beginning Italian, or LITL 207D Intermediate Italian (minimal LITL 102D prerequisite), or LITL 307D Advanced Italian. Three hours of weekday instruction, daily journal, group discussion, museum visits, and excursions are part of the program. Must be taken with LITL 210D Italian Culture and Civilization.
Attributes: P5 YLIBLITL-496 Independent Study (1 TO 3)
Completion of the Independent Study/Tutorial Authorization form is required.
LSPN-100 Spanish Review of 101C (1)
This refresher course of elementary Spanish structure and vocabulary is offered during the first seven weeks of the semester only. It is designed for students who enroll in LSPN 102D or who plan to enroll in LSPN 102D spring semester. S/U grading. (May not be used to fulfill NYS Education requirements.)
Attributes: YLIBLSPN-101C P5 Beginning Spanish I (4)
This first course in a three-semester sequence is designed to cover thoroughly the basic elements of Spanish structure and to awaken an appreciation of Spanish culture. Although all four language skills are developed, the active skills of speaking and understanding are emphasized. Three class periods and two laboratory sessions per week. Students who successfully completed three or four years of study in the Spanish language in high school (grades 9-12) or who are native speakers, may not be placed into the College 101 level in that language. Students wishing to continue study in this same language must be placed at the 102 level, or students may choose to begin study in ANOTHER language at the 101 level. Students who wish to continue language study are strongly advised to enroll in language courses as freshmen to avoid problems with retention of foreign language structures.
Attributes: P5 YLIBLSPN-102D P5 Beginning Spanish II (4)
The second course in a three-semester sequence is designed to cover the basics of Spanish structure and to awaken an appreciation of Hispanic and Latino culture. Although all four language skills are developed, the active skills of speaking and understanding are emphasized. Three class periods and two laboratory sessions per week. Recommended prerequisite: Three years of high school Spanish or LSPN 101C.
Attributes: P5 YLIBLSPN-103D P5 Beginning Spanish III (4)
The third course in a three-semester sequence is designed to cover the basics of Spanish structure and to awaken an appreciation of Hispanic and Latino culture. Although all four language skills are developed, the active skills of speaking and understanding are emphasized. Three class periods and two laboratory sessions per week. Recommended prerequisite: Four years of high school Spanish or LSPN 102D.
Attributes: P5 YLIBLSPN-107D P5 Beg Spn:Hispanic World (4)
An intensive language immersion program offered in the summer in a Spanish-speaking country. Language courses are designed to develop students? communication abilities in everyday Spanish. The four skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing are developed. Must be taken with LSPN 210D. For more information, see the Director of Foreign Study.
Attributes: P5 YLIBLSPN-121 Conver Span Health I (2)
Physiological vocabulary and conversational usage in Spanish. Presentation parallels topical coverage in NURS 300. One class session per week plus language lab practice.
Attributes: YLIB
Pre-requisites: LSPN-101C D- AND (LSPN-102D D- OR LSPN-102T D-)LSPN-122 Conversationl Span Hlth II (2)
Spanish vocabulary and conversational usage covering pathological terms. Presentation parallels topical coverage in NURS 311. One class session per week plus language lab practice.
Attributes: YLIB
Pre-requisites: LSPN-121 D-LSPN-200D P5 Spanish Conversation (3)
An intermediate course in which the student’s knowledge of basic grammar is developed through oral expression, structured and free. Some work in advanced phonetics and cultural topics; use of tapes. Three class periods and one laboratory exercise per week.
Attributes: P5 YLIB
Pre-requisites: LSPN-103D D- OR LSPN-103T D-LSPN-201D P5 Span Grammar & Comp I (3)
This Spanish language course is the first in a two-semester sequence designed to provide a review and expansion of the four communicative skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) within the context of the study of different topics of Hispanic culture. (Formerly titled: P5 Spanish Composition & Culture)
Attributes: P5 YLIB
Pre-requisites: LSPN-103D D- OR LSPN-103T D-LSPN-202D P5 Span Grammar & Comp II (3)
This Spanish language course is the second in a two-semester sequence designed to provide an in-depth review of the four communicative skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) within the context of the study of different topics of Hispanic culture. Analysis of literary and cultural texts will be introduced, expanding students? vocabulary building, reading comprehension and writing abilities. (Formerly titled: P5 Hispanic Prose & Culture)
Attributes: P5 YLIB
Pre-requisites: LSPN-201D D-LSPN-207D P5 Int Spn:Hispanic World (4)
An intensive language immersion program offered in the summer in a Spanish-speaking country. Language courses are designed to develop students? communication abilities in everyday Spanish. The four skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing are developed. Must be taken with LSPN 210D. For more information, see the Director of Foreign Study.
Attributes: P5 YLIBLSPN-210D CC Hispanic Culture & Civ (3)
An intensive language immersion program offered in the summer in a Spanish-speaking country. Through readings, excursions, lectures, interviews, debates, and museum visits, students engage in discussions to compare the regional Hispanic cultural, political, and social attitudes to American practices and lifestyle. Must be taken with LSPN 107D, 207d or 307d. For more information, see the Director of Foreign Study.
Attributes: CC YLIBLSPN-220D P1 Art of Hispanic World (3)
This introduction to the arts of the Spanish-speaking world provides an appreciation and understanding of the cultural variations and diversity of the arts of Spain, Latin America, and the Caribbean. We explore the historical and cultural interrelationships that enrich the aesthetic creativity of these many nations as well as their impact on the arts in the U.S. The course is taught bilingually. Students registering for LSPN do some readings, small-group discussion, and written assignments in Spanish. Students registering for ARTS credit do all work in English. Films shown for the course may include subtitles. Cross-listed with ARTS 220D.
Attributes: ISRS P1 YLIB
Pre-requisites: LSPN-103D D- OR LSPN-103T D-LSPN-230P P1 Hisp/Latino-Film&Lit (3)
This course examines the images of and the attitudes toward Spanish-speaking peoples within Hispanic/Latino communities in the United States and in the rest of the world. Films and works of literature will be studied as sources of information, and students will investigate and analyze the portrayal of Hispanic/Latino peoples in literary and cinematic media. Works by such authors as Rigoberta Menchu, Jose Vasconcelos and Laura Esquivel may be read. Some of the films viewed may include Carmen, El Norte and Il Postino. Includes both written and oral presentations. Some films in Spanish with English subtitles.
Attributes: ISRS P1 WGST YLIB
Pre-requisites: LSPN-103D D- OR LSPN-103T D-LSPN-300 Adv Spanish Conversation (3)
The course aims to improve oral skills and fluent use of the language through class discussions, simulations, interviews, and other interactive activities. Students will put into practice key elements of communication in standard spoken Spanish.
Attributes: YLIBLSPN-301 Latin American Lit & Civ (3)
An introduction to the literary history and civilization of Latin America and to the research materials on this area. The development of analytical skills through a close reading of a few texts representative of the major genres. Requires completion of two 200-level Spanish courses to register.
Attributes: ISRS YLIBLSPN-302 Spanish Lit & Civ (3)
An introduction to the literary history and civilization of Spain and to the research materials on Spain. The development of analytical skills through a close reading of a few texts representative of the major genres. Requires completion of two 200-level Spanish courses to register.
Attributes: ISRS YLIBLSPN-303D La Generacion del 98 (3)
Spanish literature of the 20th century to the Civil War. Selected readings of prose, poetry, and drama by such authors as Unamuno, Ortega, Valle-Inclan, and Machado. Some study of the non-literary arts. Requires completion of two 200-level Spanish courses to register.
Attributes: ISRS YLIBLSPN-304 Spanish Culture & Civ (3)
This course offers an overview of the geography, history, architecture, art, literature, and music of Spain. It provides further development of Spanish language through the study of the Iberian Peninsula?s rich and varied cultural heritage. Requires completion of two 200-level Spanish courses to register.
Attributes: YLIBLSPN-306 Caribbean Literature (3)
The course focus is on recent Cuban, Puerto Rican, and Dominican narratives, which feature marginalized voices to reveal the innovative spirit and richness of intercultural symbiosis. Authors may include Reinaldo Arenas, Zoe Valdes, Abilio Estevez, Luis Rafael Sanchez, and Julia Alvarez. Requires completion of two 200-level Spanish courses to register.
Attributes: YLIBLSPN-307D P5 Adv Spn:Hispanic World (4)
An intensive language immersion program offered in the summer in a Spanish-speaking country. Language courses are designed to develop students? communication abilities in everyday Spanish. The four skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing are developed. Must be taken with LSPN 210D. For more information, see the Director of Foreign Study.
Attributes: P5 YLIBLSPN-308 NYC in Hispanic Lit & Film (3)
Considered by many as the ?Center of the World? in the 20th century, New York City has also become a gathering place for numerous artists from around the globe. This course examines the representations of New York City in selected texts, films, and other cultural expressions by Spanish, Latin American, and Latino artists.
Attributes: YLIBLSPN-309 Siglo De Oro (3)
A study of Spanish literature of the 16th and 17th centuries: poetry, prose, and drama, including one whole work of each of the most outstanding authors: Garcilaso, F. Luis de Leon, Cervantes, Lope, Quevedo, Tirso, Calderon, and Gongora. Requires completion of two 200-level Spanish courses to register.
Attributes: YLIBLSPN-310 Topics in Hispanic Lit (3)
This course offers the opportunity to explore writings of various countries and eras. It concentrates on a genre or period of Hispanic literature. It may be repeated since its content varies from year to year.
Requires completion of two 200-level Spanish courses to register.
Fall 2015 Topic Hispanic Immigration in Films and Literature
Attributes: YLIBLSPN-324 Stylistics and Translation (3)
Addresses advanced grammar, syntax, and stylistics through translation both into and from the target language. The comparative approach accentuates stylistic usage between the languages and conveys a sense of formal versus vernacular style. Requires completion of two 200-level Spanish courses to register.
Attributes: YLIBLSPN-401 Sem: Latin American Lit (3)
The topic for this semester is magical realism, one of the major developments of modern literature. The works selected are all primary examples of this literary phenomenon in Latin America. We will analyze the history of this movement, which combines the fantastic and the real, and discuss its applications by outstanding authors of the region. There will also be a close reading and analysis of the texts, with some references to the other arts. Students will also develop their skills in research and criticism. Requires completion of two 300-level Spanish courses to register.
Attributes: YLIB
Pre-requisites: LSPN-301 D-LSPN-402C Sem: Spanish Literature (3)
The topic of the course may concentrate on an author, genre, or period of Spanish literature. This course may be repeated since its content varies from year to year. Requires completion of two 300-level Spanish courses to register. Fall 2015 Topic: Spanish Linguistics. This course provides an overview of Spanish linguistics and establishes the basis for the application of linguistic principles. Content areas include: language change and variation; history of the Spanish language; bilingualism; morphology; semantics; and applied Spanish linguistics. Requires completion of two 300-level Spanish courses to register.
Attributes: YLIBLSPN-490 Internship (1 TO 3)
Enables students to apply and enhance their language usage at a work setting and to fulfill the requirements for the Spanish for Health Professions minor or certificate.
Attributes: YLIB
Restrictions: Including: -Class: SeniorLSPN-496 Independent Study (1 TO 3)
A course intended to take up special problems and to cover gaps in the major’s preparation. Completion of the Independent Study/Tutorial Authorization form is required.
Attributes: YLIB