World Languages

Professors

Amanda Romjue, Chair

Mary Bell Boltwood, Chair

Oleski Miranda Navarro

 

Degrees and Certificates

Courses

CHIN 101: Beginning Chinese I

Program
Semester Hours 3.0

Introduction to study of pronunciation, communication, and culture of Chinese language regions and countries; introduction to vocabulary and basic grammar structures. 

CHIN 102: Beginning Chinese II

Program
Semester Hours 3.0

Introduction to study of pronunciation, communication, and culture of Chinese language regions and countries; introduction to vocabulary and basic grammar structures. 

Prerequisites

CHIN 101

CHIN 350: Special Topics in Chinese

Program
Semester Hours 3.0

Advanced grammar, conversation, and writing. Different topics, such as business, civilization, and literature, are offered for further development of reading and writing skills. Class conducted in Chinese language. May be repeated for credit.

Prerequisites

CHIN 201

FRCH 101: Beginning French I

Program
Semester Hours 4.0

Introduction to study of pronunciation, communication, and culture of Francophone people; introduction to vocabulary and basic grammar structures. Three lecture hours and eighty minutes language laboratory. No prerequisite for 101. Passing grade in 101 or result of Language Placement Test is prerequisite to 102.

FRCH 102: Beginning French II

Program
Semester Hours 4.0

Introduction to study of pronunciation, communication, and culture of francophone people; introduction to vocabulary and basic grammar structures. Three lecture hours and eighty minutes language laboratory. 

Prerequisites

FRCH 101 or language placement test.

FRCH 201: French Gammar

Program
Semester Hours 3.0

Intensive review of grammar and vocabulary, based on communicative approach to language learning.

Prerequisites

FRCH 102 or language placement test.

FRCH 202A: Intermediate Conversation/Composition

Program
Semester Hours 3.0

Study of French composition with topics selected from everyday events and readings in French. This course also train students to develop natural patterns of speech through studies of vocabulary and usage of everyday conversation. 

Prerequisites

FRCH 201

FRCH 350: Special Topics

Program
Semester Hours 3.0

Discussion and study of selected topics in French language and literature with emphasis on the interests of students.

Prerequisites

Two years of language study or instructor permission.

FRCH 450: French Senior Seminar

Program
Semester Hours 3.0

Completion of a project in which the student demonstrates his or her command of written and spoken French. Project must include aspect(s) of French and/or Francophone cultures and will be undertaken in consultation with the department.

FRCH 470: Internship I

Program
Semester Hours 2.0 6

Work experience related to the student's major, jointly supervised by the department and a professional in the field. Although the usual internship will carry either three or six hours credit, a student may elect to arrange an internship carrying between two and six hours credit with the permission of the department. Each hour of credit will require forty hours at the internship site.

Prerequisites

Junior or senior status, departmental permission, and completion of appropriate coursework.

FRCH 471: Internship II

Program
Semester Hours 2.0 6

Work experience related to the student's major, jointly supervised by the department and a professional in the field. Although the usual internship will carry either three or six hours credit, a student may elect to arrange an internship carrying between two and six hours credit with the permission of the department. Each hour of credit will require forty hours at the internship site.

Prerequisites

Junior or senior status, departmental permission, and completion of appropriate coursework.

FRCH 480: Senior Project in French

Program
Semester Hours 3.0

Increase students' knowledge of a Francophone country or region in their particular field of interest.

Prerequisites

French Language major with senior status or departmental permission.

GREK 205: The Gospels

Program
Semester Hours 3.0

Translation of selected passages from New Testament gospels, developing vocabulary, grammar, and interpretive ability.

Prerequisites

GREK 102

GREK 350: Special Topics

Program
Semester Hours 3.0

Discussion and study of selected topics in Greek language and literature with emphasis on the interests of students.

Prerequisites

Two years of language study or instructor permission.

GREK 433X: Paul

Program
Semester Hours 3.0

Exploration of Paul’s life, writings, and influence on the Christian Church.

Prerequisites

Instructor permission

GRMN 350: Special Topics

Program
Semester Hours 3.0

Discussion and study of selected topics in German language and literature with emphasis on the interests of students.

Prerequisites

Two years of language study or instructor permission.

LANG 101: Beginning Language I

Program
Semester Hours 3.0

Introduction to study of pronunciation, communication, and culture of target language regions and countries; introduction to vocabulary and basic grammar structures. 

LANG 102: Beginning Language II

Program
Semester Hours 3.0

Introduction to study of pronunciation, communication, and culture of target language regions and countries; introduction to vocabulary and basic grammar structures. 

Prerequisites

Passing grade in LANG 101 or Language Placement Test.

LANG 350: Advanced Language

Program
Semester Hours 3.0

Advanced grammar, conversation, and writing. Different topics, such as business, civilization, and literature, offered for further development of reading and writing skills. Class conducted in the language taught. May be repeated for credit.

Prerequisites

LANG 201

LATN 101: Beginning Latin I

Program
Semester Hours 3.0

Introduction to study of pronunciation, communication, and reading of Latin Language; introduction to vocabulary and basic grammar structures.

LATN 102: Beginning Latin II

Program
Semester Hours 3.0

Introduction to study of pronunciation, communication, and reading of Latin Language; introduction to vocabulary and basic grammar structures.

Prerequisites

Passing grade in LATN 101 or Language Placement Test.

LATN 350: Special Topic

Program
Semester Hours 1.0 3

Advanced grammar, conversation, and writing. Different topics, such as business, civilization, and literature, offered for further development of reading and writing skills. Class conducted in Latin language. May be repeated for credit.

Prerequisites

LATN 201

PORT 101: Portuguese 101

Program
Semester Hours 4.0

Introduction to study of pronunciation, communication, and culture of  Portuguese-speaking people; introduction to vocabulary and basic grammar structures.  Three lecture hours and eighty minutes language laboratory.

 

PORT 102: Portuguese 102

Program
Semester Hours 4.0

Introduction to study of pronunciation, communication, and culture of Portuguese-speaking people; introduction to vocabulary and basic grammar structures.  Three lecture hours and eighty-minute laboratory.  

Prerequisites

PORT 101

SPAN 101: Beginning Spanish I

Program
Semester Hours 4.0

Introduction to study of pronunciation, communication, and culture of Spanish-speaking people; introduction to vocabulary and basic grammar structures. Three lecture hours and eighty minutes language laboratory. 

SPAN 102: Beginning Spanish II

Program
Semester Hours 4.0

Introduction to study of pronunciation, communication, and culture of Spanish-speaking people; introduction to vocabulary and basic grammar structures. Three lecture hours and eighty minutes language laboratory. 

Prerequisites

Passing grade in SPAN 101 or Language Placement Test.

SPAN 105: Medical & Healthcare Spanish I

Program
Semester Hours 4.0

An introductory study of Spanish related to health professions and focused on medical terminology, basic grammar, and cross-cultural competence. Students will gain familiarity with basic written and oral expressions to better serve the growing population of Spanish-speaking patients and personnel in a variety of settings. Completion of both SPAN 105 and SPAN 106 satisfies the two-semester language requirement. These courses are designed for beginning Spanish students only. 

SPAN 106: Medical & Healthcare Spanish II

Program
Semester Hours 4.0

An introductory study of Spanish related to health processions and focused on medical terminology, basic grammar, and cross-cultural competence. Students will gain familiarity with basic written and oral expressions to better serve the growing population of Spanish-speaking patients and personnel in a variety of settings. Completion of both SPAN 105 and SPAN 106 satisfies the two-semester language requirement. These courses are designed for beginning Spanish students only. 

Prerequisites

SPAN 105

SPAN 201: Intermediate Spanish I

Program
Semester Hours 3.0

Continuation of study of pronunciation, grammar, and communication in everyday situations, with emphasis on reading and writing.

Prerequisites

SPAN 102 or Language Placement Test. 

SPAN 202A: Communication in the Hispanic World

Program
Semester Hours 3.0

Spanish 202A is an intermediate course, and it is designed to train students in written and oral skills in culture and civilization of the Hispanic world. This is a required course for Hispanic Studies majors and minors.

Prerequisites

SPAN 201 or instructor permission.

SPAN 203A: Spanish for Professionals

Program
Semester Hours 3.0

This is a course designed for intermediate level Spanish students who wish to broaden their vocabulary skills in different areas, such as Medical Care, Business, Civic Engagement, Social Justice, etc.

Prerequisites

SPAN 202A or instructor permission.

SPAN 301: Advanced Grammar & Expressions of Culture

Program
Semester Hours 3.0

Advanced study enabling students to fine-tune points of grammar and communicative skills. Through compositions and presentations in class we will analyse artifacts that represents Culture and Civilization in the Hispanic World.

Prerequisites

SPAN 202A or instructor permission.

SPAN 302A: Intro to Hispanic Literature & Film

Program
Semester Hours 3.0

This course focuses on the critical reading and interpretation of visual and written texts from the Hispanic world. We will analyze a variety of genres, periods, and styles from Latin America, Spain, and the United States.

Prerequisites

SPAN 301 or instructor permission.

SPAN 310: Spanish Service Practicum

Program
Semester Hours 3.0

Community service in Spanish translation, tutoring, and after-school programs. One lecture hour and four hours of on-site service.

Prerequisites

SPAN 201 and instructor permission.

SPAN 350: Special Topics

Program
Semester Hours 3.0

Discussion and study of selected topics in Spanish language and literature with emphasis on the interests of students.

Prerequisites

Two years of language study or instructor permission.

SPAN 401ST: Special Topics

Program
Semester Hours 3.0

Possible titles for this course: Humor and Horror in Hispanic Arts; Literary routes in Hispanic Regions; Visions of Nature and Modernity in Hispanic traditions; Traveling Latin-America; Leaving the country, Living in the City; Hispanic Women Writers.

SPAN 402ST: Special Topics

Program
Semester Hours 3.0

Possible titles for this course: Love & Violence in Hispanic Artifacts; Don Quixote and His Bastard Family (Literature and Film); War & Ghost in Contemporary Hispanic Fiction; Diaspora and Identity. A Hispanic Glance; Trans-Atlantic Approaches to Hispanic Studies; Crimes and Confessions in Hispanic Fiction.

SPAN 407: Teacher Preparation

Program
Semester Hours 3.0

This course will prepare students in the Teacher Preparation track. The course includes pedagogy related to the skills necessary to teach a foreign language.

Prerequisites

SPAN 302A or instructor permission.

SPAN 450: Senior Seminar

Program
Semester Hours 3.0

Completion of a project in which the student demonstrates his or her command of written and spoken Spanish. Project must include aspect(s) of Spanish and/or Latin American culture and will be undertaken in consultation with the department.

SPAN 460: Independent Study

Program
Semester Hours 3.0

Completion of a project in which the student demonstrates his or her command of written and spoken Spanish. Project must include aspect(s) of Spanish and/or Latin American culture and will be undertaken in consultation with the department.

SPAN 470: Internship I

Program
Semester Hours 6.0

Work experience related to the student's major, jointly supervised by the department and a professional in the field. Although the usual internship will carry either three or six hours credit, a student may elect to arrange an internship carrying between two and six hours credit with the permission of the department. Each hour of credit will require forty hours at the internship site.

Prerequisites

Junior or senior status, Departmental permission, and completion of appropriate coursework.

SPAN 471: Internship II

Program
Semester Hours 6.0

Work experience related to the student's major, jointly supervised by the department and a professional in the field. Although the usual internship will carry either three or six hours credit, a student may elect to arrange an internship carrying between two and six hours credit with the permission of the department. Each hour of credit will require forty hours at the internship site.

Prerequisites

Junior or senior status, Departmental permission, and completion of appropriate coursework.

SPAN 480: Senior Project in Spanish

Program
Semester Hours 3.0

Increase students' knowledge of a Spanish-speaking country or region in their particular field of interest.

Prerequisites

Spanish Language major with senior status or departmental permission.