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EN 211 - Multimedia Journalism (COM 211) 4.00 credits.
In this course students study the application and importance of clear, logical writing necessary for success in print, broadcast and online project management. Grammar, language skills and Associated Press style will be introduced and refined. *Prerequisite(s): EN 185 or COM 120 .
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EN 212 - HUM American Literature, Focus Course 4.00 credits.
(Humanities Core Course)
*A Guided Writing and Research Course.
This course presents an exciting opportunity to explore and engage deeply with a particular period or theme from America’s extensive literary and cultural history. The subject matter of the course is shaped by the instructor’s specializations and interests: past offerings include “Revolution to Civil War,” “Realism: Gender, Race, and Money,” and “Modernism: The World Turned Upside Down.” For details about course content during a particular semester, see the English Department’s website. *Prerequisite(s): EN 100 or EN 150 .
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EN 214 - NCH World Literature, Focus Course 4.00 credits.
(Non-Western Cultural Heritage Core Course)
*A Guided Writing and Research Course.
This course presents an exciting opportunity to engage deeply with literature originally written in languages other than English, and/or with English-language texts written in countries other than the UK and USA. The authors, works, and themes covered in the course are shaped by the instructor’s specializations and interests: past offerings have included examinations of literary works from Ireland, Germany, North America (Turtle Island), Australia, and Aotearoa/New Zealand. For details about course content during a particular semester, see the English Department’s website. *Prerequisite(s): EN 100 or EN 150 .
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EN 216 - HUM Multicultural Literature, Focus Course 4.00 credits.
(Humanities Core Course)
*A Guided Writing and Research Course.
This course presents an enriching opportunity to engage deeply with cross-cultural experiences as reflected in American and World literatures. The authors, texts, and themes covered in the course are shaped by the instructor’s specializations and interests: past offerings have included comparative analyses of African-American, First Nation, and Nigerian novels; and explorations of diverse Immigrant- and First Generation-American literatures, based around themes of “Self and Other,” “Generations,” and “New Beginnings.” For details about course content during a particular semester, see the English Department’s website. *Prerequisite(s): EN 100 or EN 150 .
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EN 235 - TESOL Second Language Acquisition and Cross-cultural Perspectives 2.00 credits.
This course explores the basic foundations of second language acquisition in children and adolescents. Students will explore best practices in developing optimal settings for English foreign language or second language instruction and the complexity of the notion of “culture” as it corresponds with language. Students will practice applying intercultural communication principles to communicate with English language learners and their communities. Enrolled students will also work collaboratively to design classroom activities that aid in the development of a safe, friendly, and positive learning environment for all learners.
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EN 260 - Creative Writing: Poetry 4.00 credits.
This course involves the study of formative and seminal poems, and the creation of original poetry. The countries and cultures explored within the class, and the type(s) of poetry studied and created (Closed Forms, Free Verse, Prose Poems, etc.), will depend upon the interests and specializations of the instructor. For details about course content during a particular semester, see the English Department’s website.
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EN 261 - CE Writing and Analyzing the Short Story 4.00 credits.
(Creative Expression Core Course)
*A Guided Writing and Research Course.
Students will analyze classic short stories using the language and concepts of literary criticism through discussion, oral presentation, and a major research paper. Emulating classic literary models, they will write original short stories, revising according to detailed critiques by their peers and the instructor. *Prerequisite(s): EN 100 or EN 150 .
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EN 262 - Creative Non-Fiction 4.00 credits.
A readings and workshop course in literary nonfiction, this course acquaints students with the research and writing techniques used by writers of nonfiction, and with the history of the genre. Students select their own writing projects from a variety of genres. *Professional Writing majors must have completed EN 185 . Alternate years.
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EN 263 - CE Young Adult Literature 4.00 credits.
(Creative Expression Core Course)
*A Guided Writing and Research Course.
A study of the development and current popular status of literature for young adults, with an emphasis on themes of radicalism, trauma, and identity, among others. The course will examine modern forms represented in young adult literature, including fantasy, the realistic novel, science fiction, and the graphic novel. We will examine and create works relevant to the current YA market. *Prerequisite(s): EN 100 or EN 150 . Spring semesters.
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EN 282 - Technical Writing 4.00 credits.
A course emphasizing clarity and precision in writing and including instruction in oral and graphic presentation of technical and scientific information. *Professional Writing majors must have completed EN 185 . Signature Learning Experience: Community Based Learning. Fall semester.
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EN 283 - Legal Writing 4.00 credits.
A survey of the types of writing common in government, politics, and law. Students practice basic legal analysis, statistical analysis, persuasion, and more advanced forms of legal writing, such as the appellate brief. *Professional Writing majors must have completed EN 185 . Register by Instructor. Alternate fall semesters.
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EN 285 - Business and Public Relations Writing 4.00 credits.
Students will learn content related to the most common writing tasks in business and public relations writing. Content will cover messaging strategies, newsletters, social media, company-specific language, and crisis communication. Students work with clients to learn about writing briefs and crafting messages for business needs. *Professional Writing majors must have completed EN 185 . Spring semester.
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EN 301 - English Grammar and Linguistics 2.00 credits.
A study of the four major approaches (i.e. prescriptive, descriptive, generative, and contextual) used in English grammar and English linguistics. This course includes a retrospective study of how the system of the English language was established and how the system has changed over time. Enrollees will extend their own knowledge of English grammar and linguistics and apply these concepts to their work in their selected fields of study. This course is intended for future English teachers; however, the course is open to all students. *Prerequisite(s): EN 100 or EN 150 . Alternate spring semesters.
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EN 302 - The English Language 4.00 credits.
This course considers the transformation of the English language from its formation in Anglo-Saxon England through modern times. Using cultural, political, historical, literary, and linguistic analyses, students will follow changes in vocabulary and syntax from Beowulf through Shakespeare and on to the many varieties of English spoken around the globe today. Alternate years.
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EN 306 - Methods Seminar in Teaching Language and Composition 4.00 credits.
The teaching of English grammar and usage with reference to teaching composition at the secondary school level, and practical application of various methodologies through teaching internships in the classroom and/or the Learning Center. *Must be completed prior to the professional semester.
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EN 310 - Genres 4.00 credits.
In literary studies, “genre” can signify several different concepts. Generally speaking, it defines the three modes of literary expression: prose, poetry, and drama. In particular relation to prose, it can signify “types” of writing (autobiography, creative non-fiction, etc.), or the mode in which the prose is delivered (e.g., novella, pamphlet, journal, letter). Where poetry is concerned, “genre” traditionally relates to the work’s length and its narrative voice, the three traditional genres being the lyric, the epic, and the dramatic. This course explores “genres” in one or more ways, depending upon the interests and specializations of the instructor: past offerings have included “Travel Writing,” “Autobiography,” and “Narrative Cinema.” For a description of the content covered in this course during a particular semester, see the English Department’s website.
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EN 312 - Themes 4.00 credits.
This course examines selected literary themes and traditions. Recent topics have included “Magical Realism,” “Mysterious and Altered States in British Romantic Literature,” and “British Representations of ‘Town and Country,’ 1660–1835.” For a description of the content covered in this course during a particular semester, see the English Department’s website.
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EN 314 - Poetry 4.00 credits.
A study of particular poetic genres and forms, and their leading practitioners. The authors, texts, and themes covered in the course are shaped by the instructor’s specializations and interests: past offerings have included the Metaphysical poetry of John Donne and George Herbert; eighteenth-century British lyric poetry; and Modern and Contemporary poetry by Robert Frost, Sharon Olds, Billy Collins, and Ted Kooser. For a description of the content covered in this course during a particular semester, see the English Department’s website.
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EN 316 - Prose 4.00 credits.
This course examines prose works composed in various genres and forms. Depending upon the interests and specializations of the instructor, students may engage with works of fiction, non-fiction, and/or creative non-fiction, covering texts as various as the Gothic novel, anti-slavery narratives, or famous authors’ letters and diaries. For a description of the content covered in this course during a particular semester, see the English Department’s website.
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EN 318 - Drama 4.00 credits.
An examination of an historical period or important theme in British, American, or World drama, with an emphasis on the relationship between text and performance, page and stage. For a description of the content covered in this course during a particular semester, see the English Department’s website.
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EN 320 - William Shakespeare 4.00 credits.
This course examines Shakespearean texts produced in one or more literary genres (poetry, prose, and/or drama), contextualising the works in terms of the historical periods that they represent, and the time in which they were composed.
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EN 335 - TESOL Methods and Assessment 4.00 credits.
This course will cover fundamental principles and theories of language instruction and acquisition to prepare students to work with English language learners in many contexts. Through a variety of exploratory activities, accompanied by an extensive reading and discussion of the research and practices related to language instruction, students will form a strong foundation to build a communicative teaching practice while learning how assessment can inform language instruction. The course provides opportunities for peer-teaching, TESOL class observation, and tutoring or teaching English to non-native speakers. *Prerequisite(s): Modern or Ancient Languages 112 or higher, EN 235 , and EN 301 .
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EN 360 - Advanced Fiction Writing 4.00 credits.
Advanced Fiction Writing will be a workshop-based class in which we discuss our own stories, and analyze 8-10 contemporary fictions. We’ll each have an opportunity to build two fiction selections (1-2 full short stories or a portion of a novel-in-progress) for a final portfolio. This class will focus on building sophisticated techniques for both writing one’s own fiction and discussing fiction from a “lab-based” perspective. *Prerequisite(s): EN 100 or EN 150 , and one of the following:CW 160 , EN 165 , EN 261 , or EN 263 .
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EN 370-378 - Special Topics in English 4.00 credits.
Courses involving specific subjects chosen in response to student and faculty interest. This course is repeatable for credit.
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EN 385 - Writing and Editing for Publication 4.00 credits.
Advanced study of writing nonfiction articles, copy editing, and strategies for getting manuscripts published. *Professional Writing majors must have completed EN 185 and either EN 282 or EN 285 . Register by Instructor. Alternate fall semesters.
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EN 410 - British Authors 4.00 credits.
A seminar focused upon the writings of one or more British authors. For details of the author(s) being covered in a particular semester, please see the description on the English Department’s website. *As the course may vary in focus, it may be taken twice for credit, provided the content is not duplicated.Signature Learning Experience: Supervised Research.
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EN 412 - American Authors 4.00 credits.
A seminar focused upon the writings of one or more American authors. For details of the author(s) being covered in a particular semester, please see the description on the English Department’s website. *As the course may vary in focus, it may be taken twice for credit, provided the content is not duplicated. Signature Learning Experience: Supervised Research.
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EN 414 - World Authors 4.00 credits.
A seminar focused upon the writings of one or more World authors. For details of the author(s) being covered in a particular semester, please see the description on the English Department’s website. *As the course may vary in focus, it may be taken twice for credit, provided the content is not duplicated. Signature Learning Experience: Supervised Research.
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EN 460 - From Murasaki to Murakami (JA 460) 4.00 credits.
This course will introduce students to Japanese literature from the classical period to the modern, in a variety of genres, starting from the oral traditions of myth and poetry of Kojiki and Manyoshu, the great masterpieces of classical Japanese prose depicted in the Genji Monogatari, plays from the feudal period, Heike Monogatari and Sonezaki Shinjuu, early modern novels such as Kokoro and Hakai, and contemporary fiction and personal histories that have gained critical acclaim and popular success, such as Masks, Kitchen, Norwegian, Wood, and Black Rain, among others. Students will not only learn to understand the historical contexts of these works in terms of genre, intent, audience, themes, aesthetics, gender relations, religion and spirituality, but will also engage with literary theories that undergird our understanding of literary production and appreciation. Students will also learn how to apply that understanding in their own writing in the form of research papers and short reflective reaction papers. This course is an elective for declared English and English Education majors.
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EN 470-474 - Internship in English Variable (2.00 to 4.00) credits.
Internships provide students with practical workplace experience at a newspaper office, magazine publisher, public relations firm, or other venue for professional writing. A maximum of twelve credit hours from English 470-474 may count as English electives. Additional credits count as free electives. Graded Pass/No Pass. Signature Learning Experience: Internship. Register by Instructor. This course is repeatable for credit.
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EN 475 - TESOL Internship and Seminar 2.00 credits.
This course is a culminating experience for those seeking the Elizabethtown College Teaching English as a Second or Other Language Certificate. The course has both a field internship requirement and a classroom seminar requirement. It is important to note that, as designed, the field internship is the critically important aspect of the course that will drive the content and discussion of the seminar component. Designing the course in this way contextualizes the fresh and transformational experiences the students have collected during their internships in a supportive and deeply informed environment. *Prerequisite(s): EN 335 .
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EN 480-489 - Independent Study in English Variable credit.
Individual students are provided the opportunity to pursue work in an area of major interest under the guidance of a member of the English Program. *Prerequisite(s): Approval of the Dean and the Independent Study Committee. Register by Instructor. This course is repeatable for credit.
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EN 490 - Directed Senior Research I 2.00 credits.
English majors of superior ability are allowed to explore a topic of their choosing and to produce a major work of 40 to 60 pages. *Prerequisite(s): Senior standing, a grade point average of 3.60 or higher in the major and overall, and permission of the School. Two credits are awarded each semester of the senior year. See the Dean of the School of Arts and Humanities or Head of the English Directed Senior Research Program for more information. Signature Learning Experience: Supervised Research. Register by Instructor.
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EN 491 - Directed Senior Research Project II 2.00 credits.
English majors of superior ability are allowed to explore a topic of their choosing and to produce a major work of 40 to 60 pages. *Prerequisite(s): Senior standing, a grade point average of 3.60 or higher in the major and overall, and permission of the School. Two credits are awarded each semester of the senior year. See the Dean of the School of Arts and Humanities or Head of the English Directed Senior Research Program for more information. Signature Learning Experience: Supervised Research. Register by Instructor.
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EN 495 - Seminar in Literary Studies 4.00 credits.
In this seminar, students engage in thorough, meaningful explorations of literary texts, and they learn the most effective ways of presenting ideas about these texts, both verbally and in writing. As well as producing a lengthy non-fiction research project, students study public-speaking techniques and deliver an extended verbal presentation of their research findings. The goal of the course is to prepare students for Graduate study and careers in which they will be expected to exercise discerning critical-thinking and research skills, and to convey their findings and ideas—clearly, and with confidence—to an audience. *Prerequisite(s): English major, junior or senior status. (English minors wishing to take this course should consult with the instructor to assess its suitability.) Signature Learning Experience: Developmental Portfolio. Fall semester.
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EN 496 - Word, Web, and Design (CW 496) 4.00 credits.
This advanced course instructs students in web writing and layout techniques. It provides opportunities to learn and practice messaging skills useful for future careers writing for nonprofit and company websites. The course focuses on the aesthetic and professional presentation of one’s work. *Prerequisite(s): Open to juniors and seniors. *Professional Writing majors must have completed EN 185. Signature Learning Experience: Capstone Experience. Spring semester.
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English Language Learning Courses |
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ELL 111 - Intermediate Reading and Comprehension 4.00 credits.
The focus of this course is on developing reading skills and acquiring strategies to learn from texts. Students will be expected to read, take notes, and demonstrate comprehension through discussion and short written assignments. Students will read a variety of short selections, both fiction and nonfiction and will keep a weekly vocabulary journal. Credits are not applicable to the 125 required for graduation with a bachelor’s degree. Fall semester.
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ELL 112 - Intermediate Writing and Composition 4.00 credits.
The focus of this course is on learning to write in order to effectively communicate ideas and opinions. Students will gain fluency in the process of writing with emphasis on mechanics and grammar. Students will learn how to organize ideas, write and revise drafts, and edit written material. Students will also be able to take notes and write summaries of information heard or read. Credits are not applicable to the 125 required for graduation with a bachelor’s degree. Fall semester.
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ELL 113 - Intermediate Listening and Speaking 4.00 credits.
The focus of this course is on listening and speaking in academic and social settings. Students will learn to distinguish speaker’s intentions, identify important spoken information from a variety of contexts (lecture, video, audio), infer meaning of unfamiliar words or phrases from the context of the conversation, and respond appropriately to spoken requests. Students will also learn to articulate clearly, infer whether their listener comprehends their speech, and make adjustments where needed to engage successfully in conversation. Students will also gain experience taking notes from oral presentations and video. Credits are not applicable to the 125 required for graduation with a bachelor’s degree. Fall semester.
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ELL 114 - Intermediate Seminar on American Culture 4.00 credits.
This course focuses on American culture, with emphasis on the local heritage and customs. Students will have opportunities to experience, discuss, and interpret local culture through lectures, performances, discussions, and field trips. They will be introduced to all campus resources and will select a student club or organization to investigate or join. Credits are not applicable to the 125 required for graduation with a bachelor’s degree. Fall semester.
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ELL 151 - High Intermediate Reading and Comprehension 4.00 credits.
The focus of this course is continued development of reading skills and comprehension. Students will be expected to read, take notes, and demonstrate comprehension through discussion and written assignments. Students will read from increasingly complex text sources. *Prerequisite(s): Appropriate placement or completion of ELL 111 with a grade of B- or higher. Credits are not applicable to the 125 required for graduation with a bachelor’s degree.
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ELL 152 - High Intermediate Writing for Academic Purposes 4.00 credits.
The focus of this course is on strengthening students’ writing for academic purposes. Students will write more complex essays and learn different styles of writing. They will begin to expand their writing to take into account their audience and their purpose. Editing and revision will be major components of the course. *Prerequisite(s): Appropriate placement or completion of ELL 112 with a grade of B- or higher. Credits are not applicable to the 125 required for graduation with a bachelor’s degree.
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ELL 153 - High Intermediate Conversation and Discussion 4.00 credits.
This course extends students’ conversational abilities to a variety of settings and tasks. Students will be able to follow multi-step instructions, respond to oral requests for elaboration, and discuss ideas one-on-one and in small group settings. Students will also strengthen their English pronunciation and will be expected to do regular in-class oral presentations. *Prerequisite(s): Appropriate placement or completion of ELL 113 with a grade of B- or higher. Credits are not applicable to the 125 required for graduation with a bachelor’s degree.
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ELL 154 - High Intermediate Seminar on Comparative Culture 4.00 credits.
This course focuses on changes over time in American culture and how American culture has been influenced by other cultures. Students will have opportunities to experience, discuss, and interpret a variety of cultures through lectures, performances, discussions, film, and fieldtrips. They will write reflective essays on these activities and relate them to their own or another culture. *Prerequisite(s): Appropriate placement or completion of ELL 114 with a grade of B- or higher. Credits are not applicable to the 125 required for graduation with a bachelor’s degree.
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English as a Second Language Courses |
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ESL 111 - English as a Second Language and American Culture 4.00 credits.
Development and refinement of the student’s functional proficiency through grammar and essay development, audio/video materials to improve listening comprehension, and extended oral discourse. Reading selections increase reading comprehension and awareness and understanding of American culture. *Prerequisite(s): Placement by examination and TOEFL score.
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ESL 112 - English as a Second Language II 4.00 credits.
Focuses on the improvement of speech, listening, reading, and writing skills, emphasizing the descriptive and narrative paragraph. Media in the target language supplement the textbook and develop communicative competency. *Prerequisite(s): ESL 111 .
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Exercise Science Courses |
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ESC 100 - Introduction to Exercise Science 3.00 credits.
This course will provide students with an introduction to the field of exercise science and the inter-related disciplines of exercise physiology, motor development, nutrition, biomechanics and sports and exercise psychology. The course will provide an overview of the field as a profession, including career opportunities and planning, professional organizations and certification, the relationship of the field to the healthcare system, and current trends in healthcare, wellness and fitness. Students will also learn the structure and curricular options within the BS in Exercise Science program, as well as the opportunities to build a strong educational and professional portfolio to support their career trajectory.
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ESC 150 - First Aid, CPR, and Medical Terminology 3.00 credits.
This course will provide students with an opportunity to obtain American Red Cross certifications for First Aid, Automatic External Defibrillation, and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation. Students will also learn the principles of prevention of injuries and adverse medical events in fitness and wellness settings, and how to manage emergency situations when they occur. In addition, students will independently learn the roots, prefixes and suffixes of medical terms in order to develop a conversant vocabulary in the healthcare field.
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ESC 200 - Exercise Physiology I 3.00 credits.
This course studies the physiological responses and adaptations of the human body to increased physical activity and exercise, including the cardiopulmonary, circulatory and neuromuscular systems, under both short-term and long-term activity and exercise conditions. The course will cover a variety of types of activity and exercise, and students will learn how to interpret data arising from measurements of physiological responses to exercise.
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ESC 220 - Exercise Physiology II 3.00 credits.
This course will extend the knowledge and principles learned in Exercise Physiology I to study the physiological responses of the human body to increased activity and exercise in the presence of common diseases and chronic conditions, particularly those affecting the cardiovascular and respiratory systems. The course will also cover how exercise prescription and progression is impacted by disease and dysfunction, and also how physiological responses to activity and exercise can be impacted by age, gender, culture, ethnicity, and lifestyle.
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ESC 230 - Fitness Testing and Exercise Prescription 3.00 credits.
This course will provide students with the knowledge and skills to choose, implement and interpret various tests of physical fitness tests, and to use the findings of those tests to create safe, effective and personalized exercise and activity programs for clients from varied populations.
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ESC 240 - Strength Training and Conditioning 3.00 credits.
This course will provide students with the scientific knowledge and skills to devise safe and effective resistance exercise programs to improve muscular strength, power and endurance, utilizing a variety of methods and equipment. The course will also cover the various trends in muscle function improvement that are seen in both the research literature and in the fitness industry.
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ESC 250 - Prevention and Wellness Promotion 3.00 credits.
This course will provide students with the scientific knowledge and counseling skills to guide clients in averting physical and lifestyle behaviors that can cause injuries and diseases, and to educate clients in how to make healthy, positive physical and lifestyle behavior choices that will enhance their health and well-being. The course will cover a wide range of topics that are critical to prevention and wellness, including but not limited to mental health, drugs and alcohol, personal safety, nutrition, sexuality, motivation and resilience. Students will also develop knowledge about behavior change theories and skills in interpersonal communication to implement successful prevention and wellness strategies for clients.
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ESC 300 - Nutrition in Sports and Exercise 3.00 credits.
This course provides students with a working knowledge of the role of nutrition in improving physical performance, particularly in exercise training and athletic endeavors. The course will cover the metabolic interactions associated with exercise and athletic activities, the effect of eating choices and disorders, how nutritional needs vary across athletic populations, and the efficacy of nutritional supplements and dietary regimens.
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ESC 320 - Exercise and Special Populations 3.00 credits.
This course will provide students with the knowledge and skills to apply the principles of fitness testing, exercise prescription, and strength training and conditioning to populations that have specific needs and conditions that require special attention and guidance. These populations will include those with common chronic medical conditions, such as diabetes, arthritis and cardiovascular disease, and those with physical disabilities. Students will develop an in-depth knowledge of the diseases and conditions that they are likely to encounter in their professional practice, and develop problem-solving skills to adapt physical training programs to these populations so that they are safe and effective.
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ESC 330 - Professional Communication 3.00 credits.
This course will enable students to develop competencies in oral and written communication in professional settings. These skills will include the development of effective interpersonal communication and rapport with clients and professionals, and the ability to communicate the value of exercise and physical activity broadly to a variety of stakeholders using an array of communication platforms. The course will emphasize the importance of both listening and responding in addition to speaking and writing, and the critical importance of communication as an expression of professional competence.
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ESC 340 - Biomechanics of Human Movement 3.00 credits.
Humans have the capacity to produce an infinite variety of postures and movements that require the structures of the human body to both generate and respond to forces that produce and control movement of the body’s joints. We will examine the complexities related to human musculoskeletal function by examining the roles of the bony segments, joint-related connective tissue structures, and muscles, as well as the external forces applied to those structures. At the end of this course, students will have an increased understanding of how basic mechanical principles influence human motion. Concepts that will be discussed during this course include force and torque (kinetics), linear and angular motion (kinematics), as well as mechanical characteristics of structure. *Prerequisite(s): BIO 201 and BIO 202 .
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ESC 470-474 - Exercise Science Internship Variable (0.00-3.00) credits.
This course will provide students the opportunity to apply the skills, knowledge and professional values they have learned in the curriculum to a real-life training experience, under the direction of an on-site preceptor and the monitoring of the Exercise Science program. The internship will allow the students to gain experience in client interactions, design, implement and assess exercise programs, and develop their behavioral attributes as professionals.
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ESC 495 - Exercise Science Senior Seminar 3.00 credits.
This course will consist of two parts: in the first part, students will prepare and present projects, based on their internship or academic experiences that represent a cogent synthesis of their learning throughout the exercise science curriculum. These projects can involve faculty-guided research, community projects or entrepreneurial activities, as well as other projects as approved by the faculty. Students will effectively communicate the purposes, outcomes and reflections on their work in written and verbal form. In the second part of the course, students will engage in review and refresher study of critical topics needed for successful post-graduation certification by the American College of Sports Medicine or the National Strength and Conditioning Association.
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Family Business and Entrepreneurship Courses |
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FBE 280 - Global Family Business 4.00 credits.
This course help students develop an understanding of family businesses in a global marketplace and their cultural differences as an important factor in educating global leaders. As the backbone of the global economy, family businesses are not only vital to the economy, but they are also significant for job creation and sustainable development around the world. It involves a study tour in China. Previous knowledge of Chinese or business background is not necessary to succeed in this course. Signature Learning Experience: Cross Cultural Experience. Register by instructor. May term.
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FBE 380 - Entrepreneurship 4.00 credits.
An assessment and development of entrepreneurial skills, emphasizing a “hands-on” approach based on case studies on entrepreneurial ventures, writing feasibility plans on opportunities identified by students, experiential exercises and executive speakers (entrepreneurs, investors and consultants). In-class topics enable students to understand the entrepreneur’s profile, and to acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to create, start, finance, manage and grow a new venture. Fall semester.
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FBE 384 - The Family as Entrepreneur 4.00 credits.
This course systematically explores the entrepreneurial process within the context of the family. It provides students with an integrated theory and practice approach to the family as entrepreneur. Families who act as entrepreneurs must learn how to pass on the mindset and methods for creating new streams of wealth across many generations rather than simply pass the business to the next generation. Spring semester.
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FBE 385 - New Venture Creation 4.00 credits.
This class provides students the opportunity to demonstrate the skills necessary to write a business plan for a new venture and to exhibit the capacity to develop sustainable business models on identified entrepreneurial opportunities. The class emphasizes a “hands-on” approach based on class discussion and interaction, a final project, presentations, case studies, experiential exercises, and guest speakers who have gone beyond the “what if…?” stage to actually creating a venture where nothing existed before. Spring semester.
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FBE 450 - Entrepreneurship in Emerging Economy 4.00 credits.
This course is targeted towards students who plan to become involved with entrepreneurial ventures across the emerging global economy either immediately after graduation, or at some future point in their careers. The course is meant to help students evaluate and analyze international opportunities in their capacity as 1) founders of or early hires in international ventures; and/or 2) investors in, or advisors to, international ventures; and/or 3) Potential partners or acquirers of international ventures. *Pre/Corequisite(s): Signature Learning Experience: Community-Based Learning. Register by Instructor.
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FBE 470-474 - Internship in Family Business and Entrepreneurship Variable (0.00 to 4.00) credit(s).
Combined academic goals, abstract/theoretical and experiential learning through an internship assist in the reflection, analysis and integration of experiences and insights gained through internships with the academic theory, principles, concepts, and social and ethical dimensions of the discipline and subject area. This strengthens students’ lifelong-learning skills, professional and public-speaking skills, personal and professional values and ethics, and self-confidence and clarifies personal and career goals. Students must complete at least 125 hours of internship assignment over a 12-week period (eight weeks in summer or four weeks in the winter). A total of 12 credits may be earned from internship/co-op courses taken through the School of Business during a student’s college career. Signature Learning Experience: Internship. Register by Instructor. This course is repeatable for credit.
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FBE 494 - Family Business Governance and Succession Planning 4.00 credits.
Family Business Governance and Succession Planning tackles some of the most important issues faced by family companies. The continuity, renewal, and growth of a family business depends on the professionalization of its family business practices. This is an advanced family business course, which addresses topics such as: navigating generational differences, succession planning, family governance, boards of directors and advisors, family constitution, and inter-generational leadership development. The course is project-based. Signature Learning Experience: Capstone Experience. Spring semester.
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Finance Courses |
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FIN 325 - Corporate Finance 4.00 credits.
An introduction to fundamental tools and concepts used in short-term and long-term financial decision making. An overview of the major financial markets is provided. Financial statements, discounted cash flow analysis, bond and stock valuation models, risk and return for assets and portfolios, cost of capital, financing decisions, capital budgeting, capital structure of the firm and dividend policy are covered. *Prerequisite(s): AC 101 .
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FIN 327 - International Financial Management 4.00 credits.
Development of an understanding of the international financial environments in which economic policy and business decisions are made. Specifically, the course covers the spot and forward exchange markets, the Eurocurrency market and the international capital markets. The impact of exchange rate behavior on corporations, the foreign exchange risk management, and multinational corporations are covered. *Prerequisite(s): FIN 325 .
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FIN 412 - Financial Derivatives - Futures and Options 4.00 credits.
This course introduces derivative markets and their primary instruments with emphasis on real-world applications of theoretical models. The fundamental of derivatives, valuations of typical derivatives such as futures, forwards, swaps, and options, plus using derivatives in risk hedging and speculations will be discussed. At the conclusion of this course, students will gain an understanding of the theoretical underpinnings of derivatives and the practical skills in constructing and evaluating dynamic hedging strategies using futures and options. *Prerequisite(s): FIN 325 .
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FIN 415 - Applied Financial Analysis 2.00 credits.
This advanced financial analysis course is specifically designed to engage students in equity research activities before a buy, sell, or hold investment decision is made on an assigned publicly traded company. Students will review the company’s SEC filings, gather data on the company’s external and internal environment, analyze the company’s current financial position, forecast the future profitability and valuation of the company, propose an investment recommendation, and present their analysis to financial professionals. *Prerequisite(s): FIN 325 and an Intermediate level of Excel skills required.
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FIN 420 - Financial Institution Management 4.00 credits.
This course seeks to provide students with a solid understanding of: terms, facts, and perspectives useful in financial institutions’ management; concepts, tools, and objectives financial institution managers use in framing and resolving various issues; forces shaping the financial service industry environment for financial institution managers, e.g., changes in the information and contracting technologies, changes in the mixture of domestic and global competitors, and interactions of innovations with rules enforced by self-regulatory organizations and government agencies. *Prerequisite(s): MA 251 and FIN 325 .
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FIN 424 - Investments 4.00 credits.
This course emphasizes the various classes of investments available to the investor, sources and uses of investment information, and security and capital market valuation. Fundamental concepts, theories and techniques of investing in different assets are provided. Portfolio management is introduced. *Prerequisite(s): FIN 325 .
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FIN 425 - Advanced Financial Management 4.00 credits.
An advanced course in corporation/business finance, in which major topic areas such as capital budgeting, working capital management, leasing, mergers and financing are examined in depth. Cases, readings and problems are used to illustrate the concepts covered. *Prerequisite(s): FIN 325 . Signature Learning Experience: Capstone Experience.
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FIN 426 - Student Managed Investment Portfolio 2.00 credits.
This course provides real-time management of assets and an introduction to the investment management business. Emphasis is on information analysis, security selection, fund management, teamwork and communication. *Prerequisite(s): FIN 424 .
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FIN 470-474 - Internship in Finance Variable (0.00-4.00) credit(s).
Internships lead to a culminating learning experience for students studying in the fields of finance. This experience allows students the opportunity to practice the application of theory and apply the knowledge acquired through academic course work to practical real world business issues in a formal business setting. Students are able to gain the skills leading to a successful career. Starting from an entry level with broader exposure of business experiences to a higher level in which advanced knowledge and skills are expected, internship experience not only draws on major and minor course offerings in finance, but allows the integration of course work from other fields of study during the development of professional skills. Ultimately, an internship is an in-depth, supervised, hands-on work and study experience, in which the student has a degree of responsibility for planning, directing, collaborating, and supervising the work of others. The Internship in Finance is designed to stimulate good judgment and sound decision making while improving problem solving, communication, human development, and relation building skills. The course is repeatable and can be taken for academic credits varying from 0 to 4 credits depending on the academic work completed and detailed in Section VI of the syllabus. A total of 12 credits may be earned from internship/co-op courses taken through the School of Business during a student’s college career. Signature Learning Experience: Internship. Graded Pass/No Pass. Register by Instructor.
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FYS 100 - First-Year Seminar 4.00 credits.
The First-Year Seminar provides an educational experience that is composed of several important components. First, it develops intellectual skills, such as critical analysis and synthesis, and communications skills, such as speaking and writing. Second, it broadens definitions of learning. The student is exposed to multiple ways of acquiring information and knowledge. Third, the First-Year Seminar establishes the integration of knowledge. Using the instructor’s major field of study as a foundation, this course promotes connections across disciplines. Students will also attend events outside of class such as talks, plays, concerts, art exhibits, and Student Life events. The First-Year Seminar is letter-graded. Register by Instructor.
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French Courses |
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FR 111 - PLO Elementary French I 4.00 credits.
(Power of Language Core Course)
Basic elements of structure and the phonetic system in culturally authentic contexts. The development of communicative competence in five skill areas: speaking, listening, reading, writing, and sociocultural awareness. Media in the target language supplement proficiency-oriented textbooks.
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FR 112 - PLO Elementary French II 4.00 credits.
(Power of Language Core Course)
Expansion of basic elements of structure and the phonetic system in culturally authentic contexts. Additional development of communicative competency in five skill areas: listening, speaking, writing, reading, and sociocultural awareness. Media in the target language supplement proficiency-oriented textbooks. *Prerequisite(s): FR 111 , or placement by examination.
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FR 211 - PLO Intermediate French I 4.00 credits.
(Power of Language Core Course)
Emphasizes functional proficiency. A functional-notational syllabus expands use of linguistic tasks such as asking questions, stating facts, describing, narrating, and expressing feelings. Use of authentic cultural materials and contexts heightens sociocultural awareness. Media in the target language supplement text and written materials. *Prerequisite(s): FR 112 , or placement by examination.
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FR 212 - PLO Intermediate French II 4.00 credits.
(Power of Language Core Course)
Expanded use of linguistic functions. Introduction and development of more advanced tasks such as sustaining opinions, explaining, comparing, and hypothesizing. Use of authentic cultural materials and contexts heightens sociocultural awareness. Media in the target language supplement texts and written materials. *Prerequisite(s): FR 211 , or placement by examination.
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FR 303 - Reading Authentic Texts 3.00 credits.
Development of and practice in reading authentic cultural, historical, and literary texts. Through the study of numerous strategies, training provided by textbook exercises, and immediate application to selections, students will learn how to read in order to read for the purpose of learning. *Prerequisite(s): FR 212 , or permission of the instructor.
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FR 305 - Advanced French Conversation 4.00 credits.
In this course, you will develop and practice your oral skills in French through an extended French filmography. We will explore aspects of French and Francophone life and culture in XXth French society with discussions and presentation on French culture, politics, ethics, and history. This course is conducted solely in French. *Prerequisite(s): FR 212 or placement test.
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FR 311 - Making of Modern French Society 4.00 credits.
Analysis of important contemporary cultural phenomena and issues that have shaped and continue to shape the modern nation. Readings are taken from literary, sociological, and political sources. Media in the target language supplement written materials. *Prerequisite(s): FR 212 , or permission of the instructor.
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FR 323 - Introduction to Literature 4.00 credits.
Development of students’ ability to read thoroughly, analyze, and appreciate literature. Includes selected readings representative of different literary genres. *Prerequisite(s): FR 212 , or permission of the instructor.
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FR 370-378 - Special Topics in French Variable credit.
Topics of special interest not otherwise covered in the curriculum. Topics depend upon student interest and faculty availability. *Prerequisite(s): FR 212 , or permission of the instructor. This course is repeatable for credit.
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FR 470-474 - Internship in French Variable (0.00 to 4.00) credit(s).
Modern Language internships provide language students the opportunity to apply the skills and knowledge they have obtained in our classes and while abroad in professional settings, as they are mentored and supervised by practicing professionals. This opportunity fosters enhanced linguistic and cross-cultural proficiency, as well as individually tailored and specialized expertise for language learners. A maximum of four credit hours from French 470-474 may count as French electives. Additional credits count as free electives. *Prerequisite(s): At least junior standing. Signature Learning Experience: Internship. Graded Pass/No Pass. Register by Instructor. This course is repeatable for credit.
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FR 480-489 - Independent Study in French Variable credit.
For senior language majors. Independent projects in some area of language or literature. *Prerequisite(s): Approval of the Dean of Arts and Humanities and Independent Study Committee. Register by Instructor. This course is repeatable for credit.
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FR 496 - French Senior Research Project I 2.00 credits.
For senior French majors. Involves researching a literary, linguistic, or cultural topic and the writing of a major paper in the French language. This capstone experience will be closely supervised by Program faculty. Fall semester.
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FR 497 - French Senior Research Project II 2.00 credits.
For senior French majors. Involves researching a literary, linguistic, or cultural topic and the writing of a major paper in the French language. This capstone experience will be closely supervised by Program faculty. *Pre/Corequisite(s): FR 496 . Signature Learning Experience: Supervised Research. Spring semester.
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German Courses |
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GER 111 - PLO Elementary German I 4.00 credits.
(Power of Language Core Course)
Basic elements of structure and the phonetic system in culturally authentic contexts. The development of communicative competence in five skill areas: speaking, listening, reading, writing, and sociocultural awareness. Media in the target language supplement proficiency-oriented textbooks.
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GER 112 - PLO Elementary German II 4.00 credits.
(Power of Language Core Course)
Expansion of basic elements of structure and the phonetic system in culturally authentic contexts. Additional development of communicative competency in five skill areas: listening, speaking, writing, reading, and sociocultural awareness. Media in the target language supplement proficiency-oriented textbooks. *Prerequisite(s): GER 111 , or placement by examination.
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GER 211 - PLO Intermediate German I 4.00 credits.
(Power of Language Core Course)
Emphasizes functional proficiency. A functional-notational syllabus expands use of linguistic tasks such as asking questions, stating facts, describing, narrating, and expressing feelings. Use of authentic cultural materials and contexts heightens sociocultural awareness. Media in the target language supplement texts and written materials. *Prerequisite(s): GER 112 , or placement by examination.
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GER 212 - PLO Intermediate German II 4.00 credits.
(Power of Language Core Course)
Expanded use of linguistic functions. Introduction and development of more advanced tasks such as sustaining opinions, explaining, comparing, and hypothesizing. Use of authentic cultural materials and contexts heightens sociocultural awareness. Media in the target language supplement texts and written materials. *Prerequisite(s): GER 211 , or placement by examination.
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GER 311 - Making of Modern German Society 4.00 credits.
Analysis of important contemporary cultural phenomena and issues that have shaped and continue to shape the modern nation. Readings are taken from literary, sociological, and political sources. Media in the target language supplement written materials. *Prerequisite(s): GER 212 , or permission of instructor.
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GER 323 - Introduction to German Literature 4.00 credits.
Development of students’ ability to read thoroughly, analyze, and appreciate literature. Selected readings representative of different literary genres. *Prerequisite(s): GER 212 , or permission of the instructor.
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GER 370-378 - Special Topics in German Variable credit.
Topics of special interest not otherwise covered in the curriculum. Topics depend upon student interest and faculty availability and may include “Business German” and “German Film.” *Prerequisite(s): GER 212 , or permission of the instructor. This course is repeatable for credit.
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GER 470-474 - Internship in German Variable (0.00 to 4.00) credit(s).
Modern Language internships provide language students the opportunity to apply the skills and knowledge they have obtained in our classes and while abroad in professional settings, as they are mentored and supervised by practicing professionals. This opportunity fosters enhanced linguistic and cross-cultural proficiency, as well as individually tailored and specialized expertise for language learners. A maximum of four credit hours from German 470-474 may count as German electives. Additional credits count as free electives. *Prerequisite(s): At least junior standing. Signature Learning Experience: Internship. Graded Pass/No Pass. Register by Instructor. This course is repeatable for credit.
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GER 480-489 - Independent Study in German Variable credit.
For senior language majors. Independent projects in some area of language or literature. *Prerequisite(s): Approval of the Dean and Independent Study Committee. Register by Instructor. This course is repeatable for credit.
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GER 496 - German Senior Research Project I 2.00 credits.
For senior German majors. Involves researching a literary, linguistic, or cultural topic and the writing of a major paper in the German language. This capstone experience will be closely supervised by Program faculty. Fall semester.
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GER 497 - German Senior Research Project II 2.00 credits.
For senior German majors. Involves researching a literary, linguistic, or cultural topic and the writing of a major paper in the German language. This capstone experience will be closely supervised by Program faculty. *Pre/Corequisite(s): GER 496 . Signature Learning Experience: Supervised Research. Spring semester.
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