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BUS-421 International Marketing
Prerequisite: BUS-320 or BUS-321 , and ECN 111
Management of global marketing operations with emphasis on the strategic distribution, promotion, product, and pricing issues faced by firms engaged in world trade. An in-depth examination of the economic, financial, cultural and political/legal infrastructures that affect the marketing function in different countries and regions. 4 credits.
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BUS-422 Integrated Marketing Communications
Prerequisite: BUS-320 or BUS-321 , and ECN 111
Project-based seminar focused on the role of storytelling in marketing. Integrates storytelling into branding, content marketing and personal branding through applied, community-based projects such as digital magazines, blogging, LinkedIn profiles and video. Emphasizes translation of corporate and personal differentiators into compelling narratives. 4 credits.
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BUS-423 Consumer Behavior
Prerequisite: BUS-320 or BUS-321 , and ECN 111
Study of internal and external influences on consumer behavior as an applied science. Emphasizes behavioral, social, and motivational aspects of buyer decision-making. Underscores the dynamic relationship of the consumer to society, business strategy, and economic markets. 4 credits.
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BUS-430 Integrated Process Improvement
Prerequisite: BUS-330 or BUS-331
Integration of Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to achieve process improvement by identifying, analyzing and formulating solutions to problems. Topics include: lean thinking, six sigma quality, lean and six sigma tools, process mapping, project selection, introduction to design of experiments, and team dynamics. 4 credits.
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BUS-440 Investments Management
Prerequisite: BUS-340 or BUS-341
Applied capital markets course using a traditional text, case studies and a trading simulation to explore security valuation, qualitative/quantitative techniques & portfolio management theory. Security valuation and portfolio risk/return math requires the use of complex formulas, financial calculators and Microsoft Excel. Students will benefit by having some experience in statistical interpretation. 4 credits.
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BUS-441 International Finance
Prerequisite: BUS-340 or BUS-341
Study of international markets and the financial operations that take place in those markets. The financial aspects and operations of multinational corporations are highlighted. Topics include: exchange rate behavior and risk management, financing of international operations, and international capital budgeting. 4 credits.
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BUS-442 Financial Institutions
Prerequisite: ECN-111
The nature of the funds sources and asset preferences of the major financial institutions, as well as an overview of the financial markets within which they function. Point of view is that of decision makers operating within the institutions. 4 credits.
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BUS-450 Strategic Management
Writing/Research Intensive (WR)
Prerequisite: ACC-301 , BUS-321 , BUS-331 and BUS-341 , or permission of instructor.
Course for seniors in business administration. The process of strategic management, including industry and competitive analysis and strategy formulation, implementation and evaluation. Knowledge from the different functional areas of business is integrated and focused on the solution of complex business problems. Oral and written communication emphasized. 4 credits.
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BUS-501 Independent Study
Majors may pursue an independent study project in cooperation with any member of the department. Topics and the type of project will vary with the interests of individual students. Variable credit.
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BUS-503 Individualized Internship
Provides students the unique opportunity to participate in an internship in which he/she gains both practical work experience and academic credit. Students will prepare objectives for the internship, keep a daily journal with weekly reflections, read various books on management topics, prepare written assignments on these topics, and prepare a final paper about their internship experience. Pass-No pass ONLY. Variable credit.
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BUS-505 Structured Internship
Internships are developed by the student and approved by the faculty supervisor. Students develop objectives for the internship experience, read relevant literature, prepare written assignments, submit weekly journals and reflective summaries, and write a final paper. Student will attend meetings with the faculty supervisor. Will not contribute to the accounting or business administration major. Pass-No pass ONLY. Variable credit.
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CHM-075 Seminar in Chemistry
Seminars presented are based on current literature. Presentations include articles detailing the application of chemical principles and techniques. Surveys of assigned journals are presented individually; more detailed presentations are made by small groups working as teams. Topics include: coverage of recent important developments, global awareness of the application of chemistry to the natural world, experience in making scientific presentations, and encouragement of good literature reading habits. 0 credits.
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CHM-101 Chemistry and Global Awareness
GER: NW (Empirical Study of the Natural World) and NE (Humans & the Natural Environment)
May not be registered for credit after successful completion of any other chemistry course at Furman. Introduction to the scientific method, how chemists approach the study of nature, interrelationships between theory and experiment, and the nature of scientific information. These concepts are discussed in the context of modern environmental concerns such as energy utilization, global warming, and water/air pollution. Designed specifically for non-science majors. 4 credits.
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CHM-110 Foundations of Chemistry
GER: NWL (Empirical Study of the Natural World with laboratory)
Introduction to the principles of chemistry. Topics include: atomic and molecular structure and chemical bonding, stoichiometry, properties of the states of matter, and energetics of chemical reactions with emphasis on problem solving, conceptual understanding, and analytical reasoning. Laboratory focuses on quantitative measurements and interpretation of data. 4 credits.
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CHM-115 Kinetics, Thermodynamics and the Environment
GER: NWL (Empirical Study of the Natural World with laboratory) and NE (Humans & the Natural Environment)
Prerequisite: CHM-110
Kinetic and thermodynamic principles of chemical reactions including the laws of thermodynamicss, acid-base chemistry, solubility, electrochemistry and colligative properties applied in an environmental context. Nuclear chemistry including radioactive decay, nuclear power, and the energetics of nuclear reactions. 4 credits.
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CHM-120 Organic Chemistry
GER: NWL (Empirical Study of the Natural World with laboratory)
Prerequisite: CHM-115 , but may be completed concurrently with department permission.
Emphasis on the application of chemical principles to carbon compounds. Physical and chemical properties of the major organic functional groups, an introduction to stereochemistry, molecular stability, and related concepts of organic compounds are covered. Laboratory emphasizes reaction set-ups, recrystallization, distillation, extraction, and chromatography. 4 credits.
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CHM-220 Bio-Organic Chemistry
Prerequisite: CHM-120
Introduction to the organic chemistry of living systems. Topics include: the structure and chemistry of proteins, mechanistic enzymology, the organic chemistry of cofactors, DNA-drug interactions, and the biosynthesis of natural products. 4 credits.
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CHM-230 Inorganic Chemistry
Prerequisite: CHM-120
Introduction to inorganic topics, beginning with the Periodic Table. Topics include: main-group chemistry, nuclear chemistry, transition metal chemistry, and solid state chemistry will be explored in more depth. Connections between theory and observation will be highlighted. 4 credits.
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CHM-240 Experimental Techniques
Prerequisite: CHM-120
Must concurrently complete CHM-230 . Laboratory exercises involving multi-step synthesis, purification, and analysis of both organic and inorganic compounds. Use of modern chemical instrumentation, utilization of the chemical literature, and the oral and written presentation of experimental data are requirements. 4 credits.
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CHM-250 Introduction to Research Methods
An introduction to the fundamental protocols of modern laboratory research, including chemical safety, information fluency, and instrumentation methods. Additional topics include scientific ethics, data preservation, and individualized instruction on project specific techniques. May Experience ONLY. 2 credits.
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CHM-251 Advanced Research Methods
An exploration of the techniques and protocols of modern laboratory research, including chemical safety, information fluency, and advanced instrumentation methods. Additional topics include scientific ethics, data analysis, and individualized instruction on project specific techniques. May Experience ONLY. 2 credits.
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CHM-255 Technical Writing in Chemistry
An introduction to the fundamental aspects of scientific writing. Additional topics include literature resources, data presentation, and individualized instruction on project specific written presentations. May Experience ONLY. 2 credits.
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CHM-310 Physical Chemistry I
Prerequisite: CHM-120 , MTH-151 and PHY-111
Development of the basic concepts of physical chemistry and the theoretical and quantitative foundations for further study in chemistry. Knowledge of calculus and introductory physics is essential. Topics include: introduction to quantized energy levels, molecular structure, spectroscopy, molecular symmetry, chemical kinetics and reaction dynamics. 4 credits.
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CHM-330 Analytical Chemistry
Prerequisite: CHM-310
Advanced analytical measurements, data analysis and instrumental methods including titrimetry, atomic and molecular spectroscopy and electro-chemistry. Advanced chemical separations including extraction, gas and liquid chromatography and electrophoresis. Laboratory emphasizes intensive hands-on experience with state of the art equipment including voltammographs, ICP, capillary GC-MS, HPLC, HPCE, UV/Vis and emission spectroscopy. 4 credits.
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CHM-340 Physical Chemistry II
Prerequisite: CHM-310 , MTH-160 and PHY-112
The thermodynamics and statistical mechanical aspects of physical chemistry. Laboratory connsists of physical measurements and spectroscopic characterization of matter. Working with lasers, computer interfaced instrumentation, high vacuum apparatus and other sophisticated laboratory equipment. 4 credits.
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CHM-410 Quantum Chemistry
Prerequisite: CHM-310 and MTH-160
An exploration of the origins of quantum theoretical concepts and formalisms. Applications to systems that can be solved exactly (model systems and H atom). Various computational methods used to find suitable approximate solutions for more complex real chemical systems (valence theory). 4 credits.
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CHM-420 Advanced Topics in Organic Chemistry
Prerequisite: CHM-220
Investigation of the relationship between structure and reactivity in organic chemistry. Advanced topics include: structural types, bonding theories, reaction types, energetics, and synthetic methods as applied to organic molecules and materials. 2 credits.
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CHM-430 Advanced Topics in Inorganic Chemistry
Prerequisite: CHM-240
Investigation of the relationship between structure and reactivity in inorganic chemistry. Advanced topics include: structural types, bonding theories, reaction types, energetics, and spectroscopy as applied to transition metal complexes, organometallic complexes, solid state materials, and bioinorganic species. 2 credits.
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CHM-440 Environmental Chemistry
GER: NE (Humans & the Natural Environment)
Prerequisite: CHM-240
Advanced study of chemical processes and chemical measurements as they relate to environmental systems and environmental assessment. Topics include: risk assessment, statistical sampling, atmospheric chemistry, water/soil chemistry, toxicology, waste disposal and energy utilization. Includes environmental measurements laboratories. 4 credits.
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CHM-445 Advanced Topics in Physical Chemistry
CHM-310
Topics in physical chemistry including lasers and their applications, nanoscience, and optical spectroscopy. Topics will be connected with applications in analytical chemistry and biochemistry. 2 credits.
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CHM-450 Advanced Materials Chemistry
Prerequisite: CHM-120
Introduction to the logical strategies for creating new materials. Discussions cover semi-conductors, soft-materials (polymers), nanostructured materials and techniques for materials characterization. 2 credits.
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CHM-460 Biological Chemistry
Prerequisite: BIO-111, CHM-220 and CHM-240, but CHM220 may be completed concurrently with department permission.
Analysis of biochemical systems from a rigorously-chemical viewpoint. Topics include: the chemical properties of biological macromolecules, enzyme kinetics and thermodynamics, reaction mechanisms in metabolic pathways, and structural and functional aspects of gene expression. Laboratories involve contemporary methods in biochemistry including high-resolution gel electrophoresis and enzyme kinetic assays. 4 credits.
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CHM-461 Teaching Methods and Materials in Chemistry
Prerequisite: EDU-464
Developing teaching skills in the science laboratory. Topics include planning and preparation, safety and storage, instruction and assessment. Practicum will provide experiences teaching in the laboratory and classroom. 4 credits.
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CHM-465 Advanced Biological Chemistry
Prerequisite: CHM-460
Advanced topics in bio-organic chemistry, mostly related to enzymes, kinetics and coenzymes, as well as detailed discussion of nucleic acid chemistry/bio-chemistry, molecular aspects of genetics, and gene control. Laboratory includes isolation and purification of enzymes, determination of DNA structures, DNA sequencing, and individual mini-projects. 4 credits.
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CHM-501 Independent Study
Students conduct an independent study not involving laboratory research on a selected topic in consultation with the department chair. Oral presentation and formal paper required. Variable credit.
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CHM-502 Undergraduate Research
Laboratory research of an original nature is conducted under the direct supervision of chemistry faculty. Oral presentation and formal paper required. Variable credit.
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CHM-510 Undergraduate Thesis I
Prerequisite: CHM-240
Independent study leading to the production of an undergraduate thesis based upon research conducted during a student’s undergraduate career. 1 credit.
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CHM-511 Undergraduate Thesis II
Prerequisite: CHM-510
Independent study leading to the production of an undergraduate thesis based upon research conducted during a student’s undergraduate career. 1 credit.
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CHM-670 Topics in Chemistry
Topics important in various fields of modern chemistry designed as a tutorial to meet the special needs of individual students. 4 credits.
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CHM-675 Graduate Seminar in Chemistry
Students present seminars based on current literature. Surveys of assigned journals are presented individually; more detailed presentations are made by small groups. 4 credits.
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CHM-702 Research
Original laboratory research 4 credits.
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CHM-705 Thesis
Master’s thesis 4 credits.
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CHN-110 Elementary Chinese I
Introduction to the sound system and grammatical structures necessary to develop listening and speaking skills in Mandarin Chinese. Initial reading and writing exercises with basic Chinese characters. An appreciation of Chinese culture underlies the orientation of the course 4 credits.
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CHN-120 Elementary Chinese II
GER: FL (Foreign Language) for students seeking the Bachelor of Science degree ONLY
Prerequisite: CHN-110
Continuation of work on the sound system and grammatical structures necessary to develop listening and speaking skills in Mandarin Chinese, including reading and writing exercises with basic Chinese characters. An appreciation of Chinese culture underlies the orientation of the course 4 credits.
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CHN-201 Intermediate Chinese I
GER: FL (Foreign Language)
Prerequisite: CHN-120
Continuation of development of proficiency in listening and speaking of Mandrian Chinese, while expanding reading and writing skills, using materials of a literary or cultural nature. Includes a review of grammar. 4 credits.
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CHN-202 Intermediate Chinese II
GER: FL (Foreign Language)
Prerequisite: CHN-201
Continuation of Mandrian Chinese language development with emphasis on communication skills, expansion of vocabulary and idiomatic expression. Cultural activities and outside readings required. 4 credits.
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CHN-220 Survey of Chinese Culture
GER: TA (Critical, Analytical Interpretation of Texts) and WC (World Cultures)
Survey of aspects of Chinese culture including: Confucianism, Taoism, Souls and Ghosts, Buddhism, the Monkey King legend, Chinese modernity, and Communist totalitarianism. Topics are covered through the study of a broad array of cultural, philosophical, historical, literary and theatrical texts. 4 credits.
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CHN-225 Chinese Film
GER: VP (Visual and Performing Arts) and WC (World Cultures)
Cultural, intellectual, artistic and social issues that lead to an informed understanding of Chinese film, film analysis, and China. Selected films are organized under the topics of gender, ethnicity, melodrama, and urbanism. 4 credits.
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CHN-230 Survey of Chinese Literature
GER: TA (Critical, Analytical Interpretation of Texts) and WC (World Cultures)
The development of literature in China from its beginnings to the modern period. Through study of representative works in English translation, the course offers an overview of Chinese literature and examines the role of culture and society. 4 credits.
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CHN-235 Classic Chinese Fiction
The classic Chinese novel and short story in English translation. Important works of all major dynasties from ancient times through the nineteenth century and their impact on the role of culture and society in Chinese literature. 4 credits.
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CHN-240 Chinese Civilization
GER: TA (Critical, Analytical Interpretation of Texts) and WC (World Cultures)
Surveys the social and cultural topography of China from earliest times to the present. Special attention is given to the intersections of intellectual traditions, social customs, visual arts, architecture, literature, and popular culture. 4 credits.
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CHN-245 Twentieth Century Chinese Literature
GER: TA (Critical, Analytical Interpretation of Texts) and WC (World Cultures)
The development of modern Chinese literature in all genres. Through the study of the most representative works in English translation this course considers the relationship between literature and society in twentieth century China. 4 credits.
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CHN-246 Twentieth Century Chinese Popular Fiction
GER: TA (Critical, Analytical Interpretation of Texts) and WC (World Cultures)
Introduction to twentieth century Chinese popular fiction and to the critical theories informing their study. Detailed readings of selected works -such as romance, martial arts, and detective fiction- that occupied a conspicuous place in discussions during the twentieth century. Investigation of how authors rewrite themes of traditional domestic fiction and Western literary works into a discourse on transforming modern storytelling. Texts will be discussed in terms of past and present reception, characterization, structure, genre, and the cultural/historical context. 4 credits.
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CHN-260 Beijing and Suzhou: Urban Culture in China
Introduction to urban culture in China, with particular focus on Beijing and Suzhou as case studies. For centuries, Beijing exemplified the Confucian tradition that highlighted state authority and social hierarchy, whereas Suzhou remained a cultural and scholarly center that embodied the Taoist ideal of “gentleman in retreat.” A comparative study of Beijing and Suzhou allows students to gain an understanding of China’s traditions that converged to shape its urban culture. Taught on-site, the course includes study tours in Beijing and Suzhou. May Experience ONLY. 2 credits.
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CHN-265 Chinese Language House
Prerequisite: at least one Chinese course numbered 200 or greater and residential assignment to language house
Using media such as newspapers, magazines (accessible through the Internet), film, TV and textbooks, students living in the language house meet regularly to discuss topics concerning Chinese culture and society. In relation to these discussions, they are also given language practicum assignments (such as to interview Chinese speakers on given topics). They keep a journal throughout the year and present a project at the conclusion of the course orally and in writing. The target language is used for all discussions and written work. 2 credits.
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CHN-266 Chinese Language House
GER: WC (World Cultures)
Prerequisite: CHN-265 and residential assignment to language house
Using media such as newspapers, magazines (accessible through the Internet), film, TV and textbooks, students living in the language house meet regularly to discuss topics concerning Chinese culture and society. In relation to these discussions, they are also given language practicum assignments (such as to interview Chinese speakers on given topics). They keep a journal throughout the year and present a project at the conclusion of the course orally and in writing. The target language is used for all discussions and written work. 2 credits.
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CHN-301 Intermediate Chinese III
Prerequisite: CHN-202
A continuation of Mandrian Chinese language development emphasizing oral skills and idiomatic usage. Students will be required to speak extensively in class. Supplementary materials will be added to the text. 4 credits.
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CHN-302 Intermediate Chinese IV
Prerequisite: CHN-301
A continuation of Mandrian Chinese language development emphasizing reading of formal documents, writing and oral communication skills. Additional materials will be used to further develop ability to read, discuss, understand and write. 4 credits.
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CHN-320 Travel Study in Chinese Culture
Study of the Chinese people, society, culture and civilization. 4 credits.
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CHN-401 Advanced Chinese I
Prerequisite: CHN-302
Continued study of Mandrian Chinese emphasizing advanced conversation skills. Special focus on effective exchange of more complex ideas in daily life and topics of interest. 4 credits.
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CHN-402 Advanced Chinese II
Prerequisite: CHN-401
Continued emphasis on advanced skills of conversation and discussion in Mandrian Chinese. Special focuses include effective exchange of evolved ideas concerning various cultural topics of interest. 4 credits.
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CHN-403 Chinese through Film and Media
Prerequisite: CHN-402
Utlizing a textbook on Chinese language films, students will encounter original Chinese texts related with films and TV shows. Emphasis on developing high level of reading, writing, speaking, and listening comprehension, and on greater sophistication in utilizing appropriate discourse strategies. 4 credits.
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CHN-404 Classical Chinese
Prerequisite: CHN-402 or instructor permission
Using a set of texts and textual excerpts from the early and medieval periods, students will increase familiarity with key vocabulary, syntactic, and rhetorical patterns of texts written in classical Chinese. Through close reading, prepares students for a deeper understanding of various styles of writing, themes, and literary genres that were fundamental for Chinese tradition. 4 credits.
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CHN-470 Chinese Studies Thesis
Prerequisite: instructor permission
Guided research, translation, and writing on a topic in a field of Chinese Studies in which the student has had previous course work. The student will propose a thesis project to a faculty member in the field of Chinese Studies who by approving it becomes the thesis advisor. 4 credits.
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CHN-504 Directed Independent Study
Variable credit.
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CLS-101 Homer for Everyone
TA (Analysis of Texts)
This course explores (in translation) Homer’s Iliad and Odyssey, two narrative epic poems that are widely understood to form the basis of classical tradition since antiquity. Students will employ close textual analysis and various forms of literary interpretation as they immerse themselves in the cultural imaginary of the Greeks. 4
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CLS-102 Classics: The Basics
TA (Analysis of Texts)
An introduction to the study of the Classical world. Survey of the fundamental texts, critical historical events, and significant artifacts and sites. 4 credits
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CLS-103 Mythology
TA (Analysis of Texts) and WC (World Cultures)
Survey of ancient mythologies across the world and their reception. Topics include mythologies from Mesopotamia, India, Egypt, Greece, Rome, China, Japan, Indigenous Latin America. 4
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CLS-104 Sport and Violence in the Ancient World
Survey of Greek and Roman athletic competitions and violent spectacles; examination of athletes and sports in the politics, economy, religion, art, and literature of the ancient world. 4 credits
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CLS-105 The Ancient World in 50 Archaeological Objects
HA (Historical Analysis)
An archaeological introduction to the ancient Mediterranean world by means of specific artifacts and historical sites. Topics include: everyday activities (food, clothing, homes), art, industry, entertainment, religion, death and burial, and war. 4
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CLS-111 Introduction to Classics
GER: HA (Historical Analysis of Human Interactions)
Introduction to the field of Classical Studies, focusing on philology, history, archaeology, art, and architecture and their sub-fields. Other topics include: the intellectual history of the discipline, transmission of texts, scholarly theory and methodology, and cultural informatics. 4 credits.
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CLS-210 Introduction to Greek Archaeology
Illustrated lecture survey of the principal archaeological sites in ancient Greece and Italy. Study of the material culture, monumental remains, and the developing styles in art, architecture, and city planning. Introduction to the goals, methodologies, and achievements of archaeological excavation. 4 credits.
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CLS-211 Classical Archaeology
GER: HA (Historical Analysis of Human Interactions)
Illustrated lecture survey of the principal archaeological sites in Italy with emphasis on ancient Rome. The material culture and monumental remains and the developing styles in Roman art, architecture, and city planning. Examination of principal sites and monuments, as well as techniques and methods of excavation. 4 credits.
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CLS-212 Geography and Travel in the Ancient Mediterranean Catalog
NE (Natural Environment) and TA (Analysis of Texts)
The course examines how human groups in antiquity navigated their landscapes, and how this influenced their perception of the environment and their interactions with it. Topics include: the origins of geography and astronomy, technologies of navigation, travel and storytelling, imperial geographies, ancient utopias, tourism in antiquity. 4
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CLS-213 Inventing the Book
The book as a technology for the transmission of information. Topics include: study of early technologies of writing, such as clay tablets, stone inscriptions and papyri, Medieval manuscripts, early print editions, up to modern digital editions. 4 credits
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CLS-214 Title Law and Order: Greece & Rome
Historical view of how law developed in the ancient world; formation of law codes; origins of legal ideas and practices. 4 credits
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CLS-215 Science and Innovation in Antiquity
Overview of the origins of science in the ancient world. Topics include: botany, astronomy, mathematics, geometry, technology and mechanics. 4 credits
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CLS-216 Historical Linguistics & PIE
HB (Human Behavior)
An introduction to language change and the methodology of historical linguistic analysis, using data from the Indo-European family of languages. 4 credits
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CLS-220 Greek Civilization
GER: HA (Historical Analysis of Human Interactions)
Chronological survey of Greek political, military, and economic history, development of literature, sculpture and major architecture; attention to domestic and religious aspects of the Greek experience. 4 credits.
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CLS-221 Roman Civilization
GER: HA (Historical Analysis of Human Interactions)
A study of Rome from its origins to its putative fall in the fifth century. Focus on the development and influence of Roman social, cultural, and political structures. 4 credits.
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CLS-222 Title The Invention of Archaeology
The development of archaeology from its unscientific beginnings in looting to its modern practice. Topics include the discovery of Pompeii and Troy, the beginning of art history, and the ethical questions around excavation, exhibition, and ownership. 4 credits
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CLS-223 Title Immigration and Integration in Greece and Rome
This course examines how and why ancient civilizations migrated (from where and to where) and how they interacted with one another. Additional topics: colonization, networks, foundation. 4 credits
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CLS-230 Reading Greek Literature
GER: TA (Critical, Analytical Interpretations of Texts)
Survey in English translation of Classical Greek literature, including the Homeric epic poems, Greek tragedy and comedy, and other significant genres. 4 credits.
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CLS-231 Reading Latin Literature
GER: TA (Critical, Analytical Interpretations of Texts)
Survey in English translation of Latin literature. Topics include: a general survey of Latin literature and the concentrated reading and interpretation of selected works by authors such as Plautus, Caesar, Cicero, Catullus, Horace, Vergil, Livy, Seneca, and others. 4 credits.
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CLS-232 Guide to the Good Life
How to live a good life, according to ancient theories about the summum bonum (“highest good”). Topics include ancient arguments about what is truly important, the pragmatic principles posited by Epicureans and Stoics, and the possibility of living well according to these values, both then (as exemplified by individual Greek and Roman figures) and now. 4 credits
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CLS-233 The Art of Poetry
Survey of Greek and Latin poetry in translation with emphasis on technique. Topics include orality, quantitative meter, the ‘birth of subjectivity,’ autofiction, criticism of poetry, metaphor and image, and comparison with later poets and songs. 4 credits
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CLS-311 Business and Entrepreneurship in Greece and Rome
The history of economy, labor, and commerce in the ancient world. Topics include: entrepreneurship, innovation, resource management, slavery, taxation, banking, and euergetism. 4 credits
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CLS-320 Travel Study in Classical Civilizations
Cultural history of the ancient Greek and Roman world, including art and architecture, archaeology, literature, religion, and daily life. 4 credits.
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CLS-321 Polytheism and Its Problems
UQ (Ultimate Questions)
The polytheistic belief system of the Greeks and Romans. Topics include the limitations of the evidence, the variety of religious experience, myth, ritual and personnel, and religious
competition and conflict. 4 credits
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CLS-322 The Power in Democracy
HA (Historical Analysis)
“Democracy” originated as a word, a concept, and a system of government in the Ancient Greek world. This course looks at the origins of “democracy”, its role in the history of the city-state of
Athens, its institutions, successes, and failures. 4 credits
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CLS-323 What is “Western Civilization”?
Examination of the problematic idea of “Western Civilization,” the origins and development of the idea, its deployment in power relationships, and responses to it. The course examines how the concept of “Western Civilization” has been used across time, to provide the foundation to specific agendas, and often originating from a problematic reception of the Classical discourse. Topics include: the problematic reception of ancient Rome under the Fascism; the myth of whiteness in Classical art; the re-use of Classical antiquity in the alt-right. 4 credits
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CLS-331 Constructing Identities
Study of how ancient Greeks and Romans constructed their own identities, how they expressed and understood differences between other communities in the ancient Mediterranean world, and how these ancient perceptions influence modern ideas about identity. 4 credits
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CLS-332 Women and Power in Antiquity
TA (Critical, Analytical Interpretation of Texts)
This course examines the representation of women in Greece and Rome as well as attitudes about human sexuality and gender through image and text. 4 credits
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CLS-332 Women and Power in Antiquity
TA (Critical, Analytical Interpretation of Texts)
This course examines the representation of women in Greece and Rome as well as attitudes about human sexuality and gender through image and text. 4 credits
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CLS-401 Seminar in Classics
WR (Writing-Research Intensive)
Discussion-based meetings will explore a core question about the ancient world and its people. Students will conceive, design, and execute their own research project connected to the main topic
of the seminar. All seminars include an assignment encouraging students to integrate and to reflect upon their varied classroom, travel study, and internship experiences over the course of the
major. 4 credits
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CLS-504 Directed Independent Study
Variable credit.
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COM-101 Public Speaking
Study of the fundamental principles and strategies of informative, persuasive, and ceremonial speaking. Emphasis on how to research, organize, and deliver a speech. The ethical, political, and social character of public speaking is also examined. Students perform a variety of speeches and oral exercises and serve as speech critics and interlocutors. 4 credits.
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COM-102 Media and Society
The nature and history of mass communication. Beginning with oral communication and the literacy revolution and moving to print, electronic, and digital forms of communication. Examining the social, economic, political, legal, and cultural aspects of mass communication, as well as the role of technology in the development of mass media. 4 credits.
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COM-201 Rhetoric and Strategy
Topical and historical survey of the major questions in the theory and strategy of public communication, from ancient to contemporary society. Questions of the ethical status of persuasion, the possibility of truthful communication, and the process of identification by which publics are formed will be central. 4 credits.
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COM-202 Digital Storytelling
GER: VP (Visual and Performing Arts)
COM-102
The use of digital, electronic media in the cultivation of democratic society. Students will gather information and learn to transmit that information through blogs, podcasts, video, and other digital media. 4 credits.
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