Department of Modern Languages
Dr. Alex Poole, Department Chair
Email: Alex.Poole@wku.edu
Honors College and International Center (HCIC), Office 2039
Phone: (270) 745-5900; Fax: (270) 745-6859
Email: modern.languages@wku.edu
Website: http://www.wku.edu/modernlanguages
Through coursework, experience abroad, community outreach activities, and other cultural encounters, the Department of Modern Languages cultivates communicative skills and cultural awareness that prepare students at Western Kentucky University to be more knowledgeable and sensitive citizens of the global community. The department’s goals are to deliver high-quality language instruction based on nationally-recognized standards, to contribute actively to cross-disciplinary international initiatives on campus, and to graduate majors and minors whose language skills provide enhanced opportunities for careers at the regional, national, and international levels, and who are competitive for graduate study, should they choose that route.
Language students may join any one of the department’s language clubs and may also be selected for membership in chapters of national language honor societies. They may attend international films, interact with exchange students, take part in community or regional outreach activities, and enjoy the benefits of multi-media enhanced instruction. The department strongly encourages students to take advantage of study abroad opportunities. With advance approval of the department, students can earn credit toward majors and minors through participation in WKU’s own direct exchanges, the programs of the Kentucky Institute for International Studies or other accredited programs.
When planning programs of study in this department, students should be aware of the University’s academic requirements and regulations contained in this catalog in the chapter “Academic Information.” Specific attention should be given to the subsections in the chapter entitled
- Academic Programs,
- Colonnade Requirements, and
- Academic Requirements and Regulations.
Students should be aware that some academic programs may require additional scholastic regulations and standards not specified in the catalog. To obtain a copy of these regulations, students should contact the Department Chair.
WKU Language Requirement
Colonnade Program
Students enrolling as first-time, degree-seeking college students in fall 2014 or thereafter should demonstrate language proficiency at the Novice High level before completing 60 hours of college credit. Two credits (or equivalent) of High School language in a single world language satisfies the WKU Proficiency requirement. Students who have taken one semester of a world language in high school have NOT fulfilled the world language requirement. Alternatively, students may start a new language with a 101 course and then complete the second semester (102) course with a C or higher to demonstrate proficiency; or they may take a STAMP assessment or present an adequate CLEP or AP score to demonstrate proficiency based on previous knowledge, or they may place properly and complete at least a second semester (102) course or higher to demonstrate proficiency. For information, go to http://www.wku.edu/modernlanguages and click on Placement.
Previous Catalog Years
Students who enrolled as first-time, degree-seeking college students in summer 2004 or after must fulfill the foreign language general education requirement of “proficiency at the second-semester level.” They can do this by successfully taking a 102 (second-semester of first year) course, by taking a department exam for 102, by gaining appropriate CLEP or AP credit, or by placing into and successfully passing a course at the intermediate (201 or 202) level or higher that is taught in the target language. Students who wish to continue a language that they studied for 2 or more years in high school will generally begin that language at the 102 level or higher. Students who want to begin the study of a new language in order to fulfill the general education requirement should enroll in the first-semester (101) course of that language. Students who enrolled as first-time, degree-seeking college students prior to the summer of 2004 may fulfill the foreign language general education requirement of proficiency at the first-semester level. They can do this by successfully taking a 101 or first-semester course.
Credit for Students Intending to Major or Minor in a Language
Students who have good language skills and those who plan to major or minor in one of these languages should take measures to gain credit for their previous knowledge. For current information on verified credit, AP credit, or CLEP credit, go to the Modern Languages website at this address: http://www.wku.edu/modernlanguages and click on Placement.
International Study Opportunities
WKU students may take part in faculty-led study abroad programs or enroll for short-term, summer, quarter, semester or year abroad programs at study centers abroad and have that coursework transferred back to WKU and credited to their Modern Language major. See the international programs section of this publication or http://www.wku.edu/studyabroad for more information. The Department offers several scholarships and awards annually intended primarily to assist students who study abroad.
Faculty
Professor
Ke Peng PhD (East Asian Studies, East Asian Studies), University of Arizona, 2011
Inmaculada Pertusa PhD (Spanish), University of Colorado at Boulder, 1996
Melissa A. Stewart PhD (Hispanic & Italian Studies), Johns Hopkins University, 1992
Associate Professor
Sonia E. Lenk PhD (Hispanic Language and Literature), University of Pitts Pittsburgh Camp, 2007
Francesca D. Sunkin MA (Spanish), Bowling Green State University, 1999
Pedagogical Assistant Professor
Yuyun Lei PhD (East Asian Languages & Culture), University of Illinois Central Admin, 2021
Instructor I
Zhuqin T. Borders PhD (Foreign Philosophy), Renmin University-China, 2017
Na Li MR (Teaching Chinese to Speakers of other Languages), Liaoning University, 2012
Kai Liang PhD, The Ohio State University Main Campus, 2022
Instructor II
Yertty M. Vandermolen MA (Spanish), University of Northern Iowa, 2012
Arabic (ARBC)
ARBC 101 Elementary Arabic I 3 Hours
Prepares students to communicate verbally and in writing in simple routine tasks, to understand written or spoken communication on everyday topics and to develop cultural awareness.
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
ARBC 102 Elementary Arabic II 3 Hours
Continuation of the development of communication skills on everyday topics and of cultural insights. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): (ARBC 101 or LPROF: ARABIC Composite with a score of 2 or High School 2 years Arabic)
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022
ARBC 200 Introduction to Arab Studies 3 Hours
An interdisciplinary introduction to the study of Arab culture and to regional/cultural studies in general, designed to increase understanding of the diversity of Arab culture; the influence of language, religion, geography and history on Arab culture; and how cultural themes are expressed in artifacts such as literature, art, architecture, and film. Colonnade/Statewide General Education Code E-AH | AH
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022
ARBC 201 Intermediate Arabic I 3 Hours
Expansion of communication skills in increasingly complex and varied situations. Emphasis on conversational speaking, presentational writing and speaking, and understanding culturally specific texts and media. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): ARBC 102
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2022
ARBC 202 Intermediate Arabic II 3 Hours
Continued expansion of interpersonal communication skills at the intermediate level. Emphasis on increasing comprehension, the building of vocabulary, and on presentational modes of speaking and writing. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): ARBC 201
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; spring 2023
ARBC 301 Advanced Arabic I 3 Hours
A continued expansion of interpersonal communication skills. Emphasis on improved comprehension, mastery of more complex linguistic structures, and speaking and writing on culturally specific texts and media. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): ARBC 202
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2022
ARBC 302 Advanced Arabic II 3 Hours
A continued expansion of interpersonal communication skills. Emphasis on advance comprehension, speaking and writing on culturally specific texts and mastery of more complex expressions and linguistic structures. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): ARBC 301
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2023; fall 2024
ARBC 306 Experiencing Arabic Abroad 1-3 Hours (repeatable max of 6 hrs)
Supervised language and cultural studies accomplished during a study abroad program. Students will receive transferable credit for language study done during the study abroad program with the approval of instructor. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better. Note: Permission of instructor and enrollment in supervised language study while abroad is required.
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
ARBC 310 Structure of Arabic Language 3 Hours
Introduction to Arabic morphology and syntax with an emphasis on applying this knowledge to improving reading comprehension strategies.
Prerequisite(s): (ARBC 102 or High School 2 years Arabic)
Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in Arabic (315) or Arabic (609)
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
ARBC 321 Colloquial Arabic 3 Hours
A course in pronunciation, comprehension and oral expression in colloquial Arabic. Exercises focus on navigating common situations of daily life in an Arabic speaking country. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): ARBC 302
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; spring 2024
ARBC 322 Arabic Translation Studies 3 Hours
A concentrated study of the intricacies and methods of Arabic translation work (both Arabic to English and English to Arabic) and the responsibilities of the professional translator. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): ARBC 302
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
ARBC 323 Arabic Civilization I 3 Hours
A survey course in early Arab history, culture and religion, from the pre-Islamic period through the eighteenth century. Taught in Arabic. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): ARBC 302
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022
ARBC 324 Arabic Civilization II 3 Hours
A survey course in later Arab history, culture and religion, from the eighteenth century to the present. Taught in Arabic. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): ARBC 302
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2023
ARBC 357 Arabic for International Service 3 Hours (repeatable max of 9 hrs)
Develops the specific vocabulary and communication skills essential for a career in diplomacy, government service, or humanitarian service in the Arab world. Note: Three years of high school Arabic could apply for prerequisite.
Prerequisite(s): ARBC 302
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; fall 2024
ARBC 389 Internship in Arabic 1-3 Hours (repeatable max of 6 hrs)
Supervised work using Arabic in a professional setting. Fulfills Wolrd Language with a grade of C or better. Note: Permission of instructor is required.
Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in Arabic (315) or Arabic (609)
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
ARBC 418 Business Arabic 3 Hours
Develops the specific vocabulary and communication skills, as well as cultural knowledge essential for a career in business in the Arab world. Note: Three years of high school Arabic may apply as prerequisite.
Prerequisite(s): ARBC 302
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2023
ARBC 435 Arabic Literature 3 Hours
Reading of Arabic texts from the pre-Islamic period in the 20th century representing the major genres and movements of Arabic literature. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): ARBC 302
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
ARBC 436 Qur'anic Arabic 3 Hours
Detailed reading and analysis of selected suras from the Qur'an in Arabic, with a focus on the distinctive grammar; vocabulary and structures of Qur'anic Arabic.
Prerequisite(s): (ARBC 302 or High School Arabic PreReq with a score of 3)
Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in Arabic (315) or Arabic (609)
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
ARBC 437 Advanced Media Arabic 3 Hours
Study of Arabic media reporting in written, audio and video formats, focusing on political, economic and security issues in their cultural contexts. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): ARBC 302
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2022; spring 2024
ARBC 438 Topics in Arabic Media 3 Hours
An advanced study of Arabic media reporting in written, audio and video formats, focusing on social, ideological and cultural issues in their cultural contexts. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): ARBC 302
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2023
ARBC 455 Topics in Arabic Literature and Culture 3 Hours
Reading of Arabic texts on selected themes of cultural and literary interest. Topics may change with each iteration of the course. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): ARBC 302
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
ARBC 499 Advanced Studies in Arabic 1-4 Hours (repeatable max of 6 hrs)
Guided independent study in culture, language, or literature of the Arab world. Maybe used with prior consent of full-time program faculty for work conducted during study abroad. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better. Note: Permission of instructor is required.
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2022; fall 2023
Chinese (CHIN)
CHIN 100 Chinese Language and Culture On-Site 1-3 Hours (repeatable max of 3 hrs)
An introduction to Chinese and Chinese-speaking culture in conjunction with study abroad for students with little or no previous language study. May be repeated for a total of three credits. Note: Permission of instructor is required.
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
CHIN 101 Elementary Chinese I 3 Hours
Conversational Mandarin with basic grammar and basic functional vocabulary of the Chinese language. Includes aspects of contemporary Chinese culture.
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; fall 2023; spring 2024; fall 2024
CHIN 102 Elementary Chinese II 3 Hours
Continuation of development of basic grammar and functional language skills of Mandarin. Includes aspects of contemporary Chinese culture. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): (CHIN 101 or LPROF: CHINESE Composite with a score of 2 or High School 2 years Chinese)
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; fall 2023; spring 2024; fall 2024
CHIN 105 Introduction to Chinese Cultures 3 Hours
Survey of the contemporary culture of Chinese-speaking peoples, with emphasis on values, behavioral characteristics, social and political structures, and their achievements. Taught in English; only taught abroad.
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
CHIN 201 Intermediate Chinese I 3 Hours
Expansion of communication skills in increasingly complex and varied situations. Emphasis on conversational speaking, presentational writing and speaking, and understanding culturally specific texts and media. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): CHIN 102
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2022; fall 2023; fall 2024
CHIN 202 Intermediate Chinese II 3 Hours
Continued expansion of interpersonal communication skills at the intermediate level. Emphasis on increasing comprehension, the building of vocabulary, and on presentational modes of speaking and writing. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): CHIN 201
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; spring 2023; spring 2024
CHIN 208 Chinese Calligraphy 3 Hours
This skill-oriented course involves hands-on activities to familiarize students with the key techniques for traditional Chinese calligraphy. Taught in English. Colonnade/Statewide General Education Code K-SY
Prerequisite(s): 21 hours of Foundations and Explorations Courses, or junior status
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; fall 2023; spring 2024; fall 2024
CHIN 209 Chinese Learning Lab & Exploratorium I 1-3 Hours (repeatable max of 9 hrs)
Guided project-based individualized Chinese language and cultural studies at the novice and intermediate level. Number of credit hours will be determined in consultation with instructor.
Prerequisite(s): CHIN 102
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2023; spring 2024
CHIN 301 Advanced Intermediate Chinese I 3 Hours
Continued expansion of interpersonal communication skills at the advanced intermediate level. Focus on control of more complex linguistic forms to achieve increasing comprehension and presentation of Chinese language and culture on familiar topics. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): CHIN 202
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2022; fall 2023; fall 2024
CHIN 302 Advanced Intermediate Chinese II 3 Hours
Continued expansion of interpersonal communication skills at the advanced intermediate level. Focus on control of more complex linguistic forms to achieve increasing comprehension and presentation of Chinese language and culture on both familiar and unfamiliar topics. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): CHIN 301
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2023; spring 2024
CHIN 306 Experiencing Chinese Abroad 1-3 Hours (repeatable max of 6 hrs)
Supervised language and cultural studies accomplished during a study abroad program. Students will receive transferable credit for language study done during the study abroad program with the approval of instructor. Fulfills Wolrd Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): CHIN 102
Recent Term(s) Offered: summer 2024
CHIN 318 Business Chinese 3 Hours
This intermediate-level course aims to enhance students' daily communicative skills and cultural understanding in a business context in contemporary Chinese-speaking regions. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): CHIN 202
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
CHIN 320 Chinese Conversation and Composition 3 Hours
This intermediate course advances students' interpersonal and presentational communication skills with intensive practice in all language skills and a focus on speaking and writing. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): CHIN 202
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2023
CHIN 333 Chinese Culture and Civilization 3 Hours
This intermediate course introduces students to Chinese history, society, culture, and contemporary issues. It is taught in the target language. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): CHIN 202
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2023; summer 2024; fall 2024
CHIN 370 Introduction to Modern Chinese Literature and Film 3 Hours
Students will learn about modern China and Chinese people through contemporary literature and film in this course. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better. Note: Completion of one CHIN 300-level course is required.
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; spring 2024
CHIN 389 Internship in Chinese 1-3 Hours (repeatable max of 6 hrs)
Supervised work using Chinese in a professional setting. Only open to Chinese majors or minors. Can be repeated for up to six credit hours. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better. Note: Permission of the program instructor is required.
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
CHIN 401 Advanced Chinese I 3 Hours
This interactive advanced course continues to expand students' language skills at the advanced level and enables students to communicate with native Chinese speakers on practical and factual matters. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): CHIN 302
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2022; fall 2023
CHIN 402 Advanced Chinese II 3 Hours
This interactive course builds on language skills acquired in previous study of Chinese and trains learners to handle routine communication effortlessly among native speakers of Chinese. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): CHIN 401
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2023; spring 2024
CHIN 409 Chinese Learning Lab & Exploratorium II 1-3 Hours (repeatable max of 9 hrs)
Guided project-based individualized Chinese language and cultural studies at the advanced level. Number of credit hours will be determined in consultation with instructor.
Prerequisite(s): CHIN 302
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; fall 2023; spring 2024; fall 2024
CHIN 418 Business Chinese II 3 Hours
This advanced level course fosters continued development of students' language skills and cultural understanding about the business environment in contemporary Chinese-speaking regions. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): CHIN 318
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
CHIN 420 Advanced Chinese Stylistics 3 Hours
This advanced course provides intensive practice in formal Chinese language. It aims to train students to be effective in narration, description, persuasion, exposition, and lyrical expression. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): CHIN 320
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022
CHIN 450 Reading Chinese Classics 3 Hours
Students will read excerpts of Chinese Classics to develop in-depth understanding of Chinese values and traditions in cultural context. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better. Note: Completion of two CHIN 300-level courses is required.
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
French (FREN)
FREN 100 French Language and Culture On-Site 1-3 Hours (repeatable max of 3 hrs)
An introduction to French and French-speaking culture in conjunction with study abroad for students with little or no previous language study. Note: Permission of instructor is required.
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
FREN 101 Elementary French I 3 Hours
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
FREN 102 Elementary French II 3 Hours
Continuation of the development of the four basic skills and cultural insights. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): (FREN 101 or AVANT Lang French Placement with a score of 2 or LPROF: FRENCH Composite with a score of 2)
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2022
FREN 105 Introduction to French Culture 3 Hours
Survey of the contemporary culture of France, with emphasis on values, behavioral characteristics, social and political structures, and achievements of the French-speaking people. Taught in English; only taught abroad.
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
FREN 201 Intermediate French I 3 Hours
Expansion of grammatical knowledge and practice in oral and written expression. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): (FREN 102 or AVANT Lang French Placement with a score of 3)
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2022; summer 2023; summer 2024
FREN 202 Intermediate French II 3 Hours
Continuation of oral and written practice, vocabulary building and introduction to the reading of literary or cultural texts. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): (FREN 201 or AVANT Lang French Placement with a score of 4)
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2022; summer 2023; summer 2024
FREN 210 Intermediate French Conversation Abroad 1-3 Hours (repeatable max of 3 hrs)
Course designed to develop the vocabulary and communication skills of a student with one year of college French or equivalent, with emphasis on contact with French native speakers. FREN 210 may not substitute for FREN 201 or FREN 202, but may count as an elective for the major or minor. Taught in French. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): (FREN 102 or AVANT Lang French Placement with a score of 3)
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
FREN 211 French Culture Abroad 1-3 Hours (repeatable max of 3 hrs)
Course designed to develop an appreciation for different aspects of France and its people and culture, for a student with one year of college French or equivalent. FREN 211 may not substitute for FREN 201 or FREN 202, but may count as an elective for the major or minor. Taught in French. FulfillsWorld Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): (FREN 102 or AVANT Lang French Placement with a score of 3)
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
FREN 306 Experiencing French Abroad 1-6 Hours (repeatable max of 6 hrs)
Supervised language and cultural studies accomplished during a study abroad program. Students who receive transferable credit for language study done during the study abroad program will receive credit only for cultural study. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better. Note: Enrollment in supervised language study while aboard required.
Prerequisite(s): (FREN 202 or AVANT Lang French Placement with a score of 5)
Recent Term(s) Offered: summer 2022; summer 2023; summer 2024
FREN 314 Introduction to French Literature 3 Hours
This course is intended to develop adequate reading skills to enable the student to succeed in literature courses. Texts from the theatre, poetry, short stories and selections from novels will be read. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better. Colonnade/Statewide General Education Code AH
Prerequisite(s): (FREN 202 or AVANT Lang French Placement with a score of 5)
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
FREN 320 French Grammar and Composition 3 Hours
A comprehensive study of French grammar based on classroom explanation and drill and written translation of texts especially prepared to illustrate grammar under discussion. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): (FREN 202 or AVANT Lang French Placement with a score of 5)
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
FREN 321 French Conversation 3 Hours
Exercises in pronunciation, comprehension and composition. Thorough review of language usage. Ample opportunity for conversation. Entirely in French. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): (FREN 202 or AVANT Lang French Placement with a score of 5)
Recent Term(s) Offered: summer 2022
FREN 322 Translation 3 Hours
A concentrated study of the intricacies and processes of translation work (both French to English and English to French) for literary and non-literary materials. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): (FREN 202 or AVANT Lang French Placement with a score of 5)
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
FREN 323 French Civilization and Culture 3 Hours
Readings, discussion, lectures, films, oral and written reports on different aspects of France and its people and culture. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better. Colonnade/Statewide General Education Code AH
Prerequisite(s): FREN 202 or AVANT Lang French Placement with a score of 5
Recent Term(s) Offered: summer 2023; summer 2024
FREN 325 Survey of French Literature I 3 Hours
Reading of French literary texts representing the masterpieces of this important branch of French civilization; lectures on literary history and criticism. The period covered is from 842 AD to the end of the 18th century. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): (FREN 202 or AVANT Lang French Placement with a score of 5)
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
FREN 326 Survey of French Literature II 3 Hours
Reading of French literary texts representing the masterpieces of this important branch of French civilization; lectures on literary history and criticism. The period covered is the 19th and 20th centuries. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): (FREN 202 or AVANT Lang French Placement with a score of 5)
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
FREN 328 French Diction and Pronunciation 3 Hours
Mastery of fluent French diction and pronunciation through intensive practice with sounds, stress, rhythm, linking, phrasing, and intonation. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): (FREN 202 or AVANT Lang French Placement with a score of 5)
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
FREN 331 Business French 3 Hours
Introduction to business communication in the French speaking countries. Linguistic structures and vocabulary, forms of business communication, reading and discussion of business texts, social customs. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): (FREN 202 or AVANT Lang French Placement with a score of 5)
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
FREN 389 Internship in French 1-3 Hours (repeatable max of 6 hrs)
Supervised work using French in a professional setting. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): (FREN 202 or AVANT Lang French Placement with a score of 5)
Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in French (365) or French (665)
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
FREN 420 Advanced French Composition and Stylistics 3 Hours
Creative self-expression in written French, refinement of grammatical understanding, introduction to the art of translation and an examination of selected texts to study stylistic devices. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): (FREN 202 or AVANT Lang French Placement with a score of 5)
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
FREN 421 Advanced French Conversation 3 Hours
Free classroom discussion on assigned topics and reports on newspaper and magazine articles of current interest. Special attention will be paid to idiomatic expressions. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): (FREN 202 or AVANT Lang French Placement with a score of 5)
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
FREN 426 French Literature of the Twentieth Century 3 Hours
A study of the works of major French writers of the 20th century. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): (FREN 314 or FREN 325 or FREN 326)
Recent Term(s) Offered: summer 2022
FREN 427 Francophone Culture 3 Hours
Course will cover all francophone countries (including France) and deal with various aspects of their culture: oral literature. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): (FREN 314 or AVANT Lang French Placement with a score of 6)
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
FREN 445 French Canadian Literature 3 Hours
A survey of the Quebecois novel, theatre and poetry through a selection of 19th and 20th century writers. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): (FREN 314 or FREN 321 or FREN 325 or FREN 326 or AVANT Lang French Placement with a score of 6)
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
FREN 450 Topics in Francophone Cinema 3 Hours (repeatable max of 6 hrs)
Course examines the way Francophone film directors and social scientists look at various aspects of the most recent cinema: narrative structure, recurring patterns, relation of form to content and ideology. Taught in French. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): (FREN 314 or AVANT Lang French Placement with a score of 6)
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
FREN 499 Advanced Studies in French 1-4 Hours (repeatable max of 6 hrs)
For guided independent study in culture, language, or literature. May be used with consent of full-time program faculty members for work accomplished during study abroad. Number of credit hours will be determined in consultation with instructor. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better. Note: Permission of instructor is required.
Restriction(s): Students with a semester level of Academy Junior, Academy Senior, Freshman or Sophomore may not enroll.
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
German (GERM)
GERM 100 German Language and Culture On-Site 1-3 Hours (repeatable max of 3 hrs)
Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.An introduction to German and German-speaking culture in conjunction with study abroad for students with little or no previous language study. May be repeated for a total of 3 credits.
Recent Term(s) Offered: summer 2023
GERM 101 Elementary German I 3 Hours
Introduction to German through exploration of the students' personal world; expressing preferences, abilities, needs, and obligations; asking for information; describing things in their world; and reporting their typical activities.
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2023; fall 2024
GERM 102 Elementary German II 3 Hours
Continued development of communication on topics related to everyday life in cultural context. Target proficiency: at least Novice High.
Prerequisite(s): (GERM 101 or AVANT Lang French Placement with a score of 2 or LPROF: GERMAN Composite with a score of 2)
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2024
GERM 105 Introduction to Germanic Culture 3 Hours
Survey of the contemporary culture of Austria and Germany with emphasis on values, behavioral characteristics, social and political structures, and achievements of the German-speaking people. Taught in English; only taught abroad.
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
GERM 201 Intermediate German I 3 Hours
Strengthen communicative abilities on a broader range of topics. Emphasis on social interaction and practical uses of the language. Target proficiency: Intermediate Low.
Prerequisite(s): (GERM 102 or AVANT Lang German Placement with a score of 3)
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022
GERM 202 Intermediate German II 3 Hours
Students to create with language, maintain communication, explore topics in greater detail. Material drawn from literature, popular culture and the internet. Target proficiency: Intermediate Mid.
Prerequisite(s): (GERM 201 or AVANT Lang German Placement with a score of 4)
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022
GERM 210 Intermediate German Conversation Abroad 1-3 Hours (repeatable max of 3 hrs)
Course designed to develop the vocabulary and communication skills of a student with one year of college German or equivalent, with emphasis on contact with German native speakers. GERM 210 may not substitute for GERM 201 or GERM 202, but may count as an elective for the major or minor. Taught in German. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): (GERM 102 or AVANT Lang German Placement with a score of 3)
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
GERM 211 Intermediate German Culture Abroad 1-3 Hours (repeatable max of 3 hrs)
Course designed to develop an appreciation for different aspects of German-speaking countries and their people and cultures, for a student with one year of college German or equivalent. GERM 211 may not substitute for GERM 201 or GERM 202, but may count as an elective for the major or minor. Taught in German. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): (GERM 102 or AVANT Lang German Placement with a score of 3)
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
GERM 306 Experiencing German Abroad 1-6 Hours (repeatable max of 6 hrs)
Supervised language and cultural studies accomplished during a study abroad program. Students who receive transferable credit for language study done during the study abroad program will receive credit only for cultural study. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better. Note: Enrollment in supervised language study while abroad required.
Prerequisite(s): (GERM 202 or AVANT Lang German Placement with a score of 5)
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
GERM 314 Introduction to German Literature 3 Hours
Emphasis on major periods, literary types and critical approaches through the study of selected representative works and authors. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better. Colonnade/Statewide General Education Code AH
Prerequisite(s): (GERM 202 or AVANT Lang German Placement with a score of 5)
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
GERM 330 German Composition and Conversation 3 Hours
Develops skill in writing and speaking standard German. Stress is on vocabulary building, use of dictionary and control of sentence structures. Skill in spoken German is aimed at enabling the students to find their way around the environment and to function in a social situation. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): (GERM 202 or AVANT Lang German Placement with a score of 5)
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
GERM 331 Business German 3 Hours
Introduction to business communication in German-speaking countries: linguistic structures and vocabulary, forms of business communication, reading and discussion of business texts, social customs. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): (GERM 202 or AVANT Lang German Placement with a score of 5)
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
GERM 332 Advanced German Translation 3 Hours
Translation English to German and German to English of texts selected from various sources both literary and non-literary. Texts are selected for general interest and challenge to the translator. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): (GERM 202 or AVANT Lang German Placement with a score of 5)
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
GERM 333 Germanic Civilization and Culture 3 Hours
Survey of the historical background and cultural development of the German-speaking countries of Europe: The Federal Republic of Germany, Austria and Switzerland. Conducted in German. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better. Colonnade/Statewide General Education Code AH
Prerequisite(s): (GERM 202 or AVANT Lang German Placement with a score of 5)
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
GERM 335 Contemporary Culture and Civilization 3 Hours
Study of geography, politics, social customs, culture and contemporary issues of the German-speaking countries. Especially useful for students who plan to study or work abroad. Taught in German. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better. Colonnade/Statewide General Education Code AH
Prerequisite(s): (GERM 202 or AVANT Lang German Placement with a score of 5)
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
GERM 369 Identity in German Cinema 3 Hours
A study of the individual and society in Germany through German cinema. Historical and contemporary perspectives on identity and othering. May include religion, race, gender, sexual orientation, mental health, immigration or foreign worker status, socioeconomic status, age, and post-unification East-West identities. Taught in English. Colonnade/Statewide General Education Code K-SC
Prerequisite(s): 21 hours of Foundations and Explorations Courses, or junior status
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
GERM 389 Internship in German 1-3 Hours (repeatable max of 6 hrs)
Supervised work using German in a professional setting. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): (GERM 202 or AVANT Lang German Placement with a score of 5)
Restriction(s): Enrollment is limited to students in German (380) or German (683)
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
GERM 399 Personalized Learning 3 Hours (repeatable max of 6 hrs)
Guided project-based individualized learning to develop language and cultural skills for practical applications in the workplace or academia. Focuses on study of the German-speaking world at the intermediate or advanced proficiency level. Fulfills World Language, with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): GERM 202 and permission of instructor
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
GERM 430 Advanced German Stylistics 3 Hours
Provides intensive practice in written and spoken German, enabling the student to write letters, reports, essays, descriptions, and to discuss literary, cultural, and political topics. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): (GERM 330 or AVANT Lang German Placement with a score of 6)
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
GERM 435 German Literature of the 19th and 20th Centuries 3 Hours
A study of major German, Austrian, and Swiss writers of the 19th and 20th centuries with emphasis on prose and drama. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): (GERM 314 or AVANT Lang German Placement with a score of 6)
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
GERM 436 German Literature of the Classical Period 3 Hours
A study of the outstanding works of Goethe, Schiller and other authors of the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better. Note: Permission of instructor.
Prerequisite(s): GERM 314
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
GERM 437 German Literature and Film 3 Hours
A study of German film and film adaptations of German literature. Emphasis on textual analysis, special film terminology, theoretical approaches to film, writing about film. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): (GERM 314 or AVANT Lang German Placement with a score of 6)
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
GERM 455 Topics in Germanic Literary and Cultural Studies 3 Hours (repeatable max of 6 hrs)
Examines different topics of interest in German literary and cultural studies. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): (GERM 314 or AVANT Lang German Placement with a score of 6)
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
GERM 499 Advanced Studies in German 1-4 Hours (repeatable max of 6 hrs)
For guided independent study in culture, language, or literature. May be used with consent of full-time program faculty members for work accomplished during study abroad. Number of credit hours will be determined in consultation with instructor. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): (GERM 314 or AVANT Lang German Placement with a score of 6)
Restriction(s): Students with a semester level of Academy Junior, Academy Senior, Freshman or Sophomore may not enroll.
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
Italian (ITAL)
ITAL 100 Italian Language and Culture 1-3 Hours (repeatable max of 3 hrs)
An introduction to the Italian and Italian-speaking culture in conjunction with study abroad for students with little or no previous language study. Note: Permission of instructor required.
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
ITAL 101 Elementary Italian I 3 Hours
A beginning course designed to develop skills in understanding, speaking, reading and writing and to provide cultural insights.
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
ITAL 102 Elementary Italian II 3 Hours
Continuation of development of four skills and of cultural insights. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): (ITAL 101 or High School 2 years Italian)
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
ITAL 105 Introduction to Italian Culture 3 Hours
Survey of the contemporary culture of Italy, with emphasis on values, behavioral characteristics, social and political structures, and achievements of the Italian-speaking people. Taught in English; only taught abroad.
Recent Term(s) Offered: summer 2022; summer 2023; summer 2024
Japanese (JAPN)
JAPN 100 Japanese Language and Culture On-Site 1-3 Hours (repeatable max of 3 hrs)
An introduction to Japanese and Japanese-speaking culture in conjunction with study abroad for students with little or no previous language study. Note: Permission of instructor required.
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
JAPN 101 Elementary Japanese I 3 Hours
Introduction to pronunciation, grammar, and basic functional vocabulary of modern Japanese. Includes aspects of contemporary Japanese culture.
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2022; fall 2023; fall 2024
JAPN 102 Elementary Japanese II 3 Hours
Continuation of Japanese 101 using Hiragana and Katakana writing systems, grammar, and basic additional vocabulary of modern Japanese. Includes aspects of contemporary Japanese culture. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): (JAPN 101 or LPROF: JAPANESE Composite with a score of 2 or High School 2 years Japanese)
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; spring 2023; spring 2024
JAPN 115 Introduction to Japanese Culture 3 Hours
Survey of the contemporary culture of Japan, with emphasis on values, behavioral characteristics, social and political structures, and achievements of the Japanese-speaking people. Taught in English; only taught abroad.
Recent Term(s) Offered: summer 2023
JAPN 201 Intermediate Japanese I 3 Hours
Expansion of communication skills in increasingly complex and varied situations. Emphasis on conversational speaking, presentational writing and speaking, and understanding culturally specific texts and media. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): JAPN 102
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
JAPN 202 Intermediate Japanese II 3 Hours
Continued expansion of interpersonal communication skills at the intermediate level. Emphasis on increasing comprehension, the building of vocabulary, and on presentation modes of speaking and writing. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): JAPN 201
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
JAPN 210 Intermediate Japanese Conversation Abroad 1-3 Hours (repeatable max of 3 hrs)
Course designed to develop the vocabulary and communication skills of a student with one year of college Japanese or equivalent with emphasis on contact with Japanese native speakers. Taught in Japanese. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): JAPN 102
Recent Term(s) Offered: summer 2023; summer 2024
JAPN 211 Intermediate Japanese Culture Abroad 1-3 Hours (repeatable max of 3 hrs)
Course designed to develop an appreciation for different aspects of Japan and its people and culture, for a student with one year of college Japanese or equivalent. Taught in Japanese. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): JAPN 102
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
Korean (KORE)
KORE 101 Elementary Korean I 3 Hours
Prepares students to communicate verbally and in writing in simple routine tasks; to understand written or spoken communication on everyday topics and to develop cultural awareness.
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
KORE 102 Elementary Korean II 3 Hours
Continuation of the development of communication skills on everyday topics and of cultural insights. Note: Permission of instructor.
Prerequisite(s): KORE 101
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
Modern Languages (MLNG)
MLNG 100 Language and Culture On-Site 1-3 Hours (repeatable max of 3 hrs)
This course is a survey of non-English language and foreign culture in conjunction with study abroad for students with little or no previous language study. This course will be used in instances where WKU does not offer the language in question. May be repeated for a total of 3 credit hours.
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
MLNG 200 Introduction to Global Literature 3 Hours
Introductory study of global literature through fiction, poetry, and drama. Texts come from a specific national literature, varying each time; all reading will be in English. Requires substantial writing about literature and fulfills the Colonnade Literary Studies requirement. Colonnade/Statewide General Education Code F-AH | AH
Prerequisite(s): (ENG 100 or ENGL 100C or ENG 101 or ENG 100E or ACT English with a score of 29 or SAT Verbal / Critical Reading with a score of 620 or ENG AA-L or ENG FW1-L)
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; fall 2023; spring 2024; summer 2024; fall 2024
MLNG 410 Second Language Acquisition 3 Hours
Introduction to principal theories of the acquisition of a second or foreign language. Explores how language learning styles and strategies relate to language acquisition and implications for the classroom. Note: Enrollment in P-12 certification program in French, German or Spanish and successful completion of at least two upper-division courses in the teaching language required.
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
MLNG 420 Multimedia Technologies in Teaching Foreign Languages 3 Hours
Pedagogical and hands-on training for pre-teachers. Students will enroll in a course section for French, German or Spanish. Note: Enrollment in K-12 certification program in French, German or Spanish or permission of instructor and successful completion of at least one upper-division course in the language of teaching certification required.
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
MLNG 474 Teaching Foreign Language 3 Hours
Develops skills, procedures, and strategies for teaching foreign language in middle and secondary schools. Field experience in public schools and/or other appropriate settings away from campus are required in this course. Students are responsible for arranging their own transportation to designated or assigned sites.
Prerequisite(s): EDU 250 and SPED 330 and SEC 351 and PSY 310
Corequisite(s): SEC 453
Equivalent(s): SEC 474
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
MLNG 480 Topics in Modern Language Cultures and Pedagogy 1-3 Hours (repeatable max of 6 hrs)
Topics in Modern Language cultures and societies, including literature and the arts, social issues, and current events, as well as aspects of language pedagogy. Students enroll in course sections for the language of their major. Note: Enrollment in K-12 certification program in French, German, or Spanish; successful completion of at least two upper-division courses in the teaching language; senior standing or permission of instructor required.
Restriction(s): Students with a semester level of Academy Junior, Academy Senior, Freshman, Junior or Sophomore may not enroll.
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
Russian (RUSS)
RUSS 101 Elementary Russian I 3 Hours
A beginning course designed to teach the four language skills of understanding, speaking, reading and writing, with emphasis on understanding and speaking.
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2022; fall 2023; fall 2024
RUSS 102 Elementary Russian II 3 Hours
Further development of the four language skills. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): (RUSS 101 or High School 2 years Russian)
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; spring 2023; spring 2024
RUSS 201 Intermediate Russian I 3 Hours
Expansion of communicaiton skills in increasingly complex and varied situations. Emphasis on conversational speaking, presentaional writing and speaking, and understanding culturally specific texts and media. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): RUSS 102
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2022; fall 2023; fall 2024
RUSS 202 Intermediate Russian II 3 Hours
Continued expansion of interpersonal communication skills at the intermediate level. Emphasis on increasing comprehension, the building of vocabulary, and on presentational modes of speaking and writing.
Prerequisite(s): RUSS 201
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; spring 2023; spring 2024
Spanish (SPAN)
SPAN 100 Spanish Language and Culture On-Site 1-3 Hours (repeatable max of 3 hrs)
An introduction to Spanish and Spanish-speaking culture in conjunction with study abroad for students with little or no previous language study. Note: Permission of instructor required.
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
SPAN 101 Elementary Spanish I 3 Hours
A beginning course designed to develop skills in understanding, speaking, reading and writing and to provide cultural insights.
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; summer 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; summer 2023; fall 2023; spring 2024; summer 2024; fall 2024
SPAN 102 Elementary Spanish II 3 Hours
Continuation of development of four skills and of cultural insights.
Prerequisite(s): (SPAN 101 or AVANT Lang Spanish Placement with a score of 2 or LPROF: SPANISH Composite with a score of 2 or High School 2 years Spanish)
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; summer 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; summer 2023; fall 2023; spring 2024; summer 2024; fall 2024
SPAN 105 Introduction to Hispanic Culture 3 Hours
Survey of the contemporary cultures of Spain and Latin America, with emphasis on values, behavioral characteristics, social and political structures, and achievements of the Spanish-speaking peoples. Taught in English; only taught abroad.
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
SPAN 175 Identity in Spanish-Speaking Countries 3 Hours
Survey course that examines the genesis of different Spanish speaking countries from ancient times to the contemporary nation-state, with an emphasis on how geography, art, politics, and religion have impacted the process. Attention is given to current and historic tensions between national and regional identities. Special attention is given to the role played by language and linguistic identity. Colonnade/Statewide General Education Code E-AH | AH
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2024
SPAN 200 Latin American Society: Past and Present 3 Hours
A broad interdisciplinary introduction to the study of Latin America, emphasizing its regions, peoples, and cultures. Colonnade/Statewide General Education Code K-SC
Prerequisite(s): 21 hours of Foundations and Explorations Courses, or junior status
Equivalent(s): HIST 200, GEOG 200, ANTH 200, PS 200
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
SPAN 201 Intermediate Spanish I 3 Hours
A systematic review of grammar and development of reading skills.
Prerequisite(s): (SPAN 102 or AVANT Lang Spanish Placement with a score of 3)
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; fall 2023; spring 2024; summer 2024; fall 2024
SPAN 202 Intermediate Spanish II 3 Hours
Further review of grammar and development of reading skills. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): AVANT Lang Spanish Placement with a score of 4 (SPAN 201 or AVANT Lang Spanish Placement with a score of 4)
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; fall 2023; spring 2024; fall 2024
SPAN 210 Intermediate Spanish Conversation Abroad 1-3 Hours (repeatable max of 3 hrs)
Course designed to develop the vocabulary and communication skills of a student with one year of college Spanish or equivalent, with emphasis on contact with Spanish native speakers. SPAN 210 may not substitute for SPAN 201 or SPAN 202, but may count as an elective for the major or minor. Taught in Spanish. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): (SPAN 102 or AVANT Lang Spanish Placement with a score of 3)
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
SPAN 211 Intermediate Spanish Culture Abroad 1-3 Hours (repeatable max of 3 hrs)
Course designed to develop an appreciation for different aspects of Spanish-speaking countries and their people and cultures, for a student with one year of college Spanish or equivalent. SPAN 211 may not substitute for SPAN 201 or 202, but may count as an elective for the major or minor. Taught in Spanish. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): (SPAN 102 or AVANT Lang Spanish Placement with a score of 3)
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
SPAN 220 Spanish for Criminal Justice Professionals 3 Hours
Course designed to develop the specific vocabulary and oral communication skills essential for a student who is intending to pursue a career in criminal justice and who has a background of one year of college Spanish or the equivalent. SPAN 220 will primarily be taught in study abroad programs in Mexico. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): (SPAN 102 or AVANT Lang Spanish Placement with a score of 3)
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
SPAN 230 Spanish for Medical Professionals 3 Hours
Course designed to develop the specific vocabulary and oral communication skills essential for a student who is intending to pursue a career in medicine or nursing who has a background of one year of college Spanish or the equivalent. SPAN 220 will be primarily taught in study abroad programs in Mexico. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): (SPAN 102 or AVANT Lang Spanish Placement with a score of 3)
Recent Term(s) Offered: summer 2024
SPAN 306 Experiencing Spanish Abroad 1-6 Hours (repeatable max of 6 hrs)
Supervised language and cultural studies accomplished during a study abroad program. Students who receive transferable credit for language study done during the study abroad program will receive credit only for cultural study. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better. Note: Enrollment in supervised language study while abroad required.
Prerequisite(s): (SPAN 202 or AVANT Lang Spanish Placement with a score of 5)
Recent Term(s) Offered: winter 2022; winter 2023; summer 2023; winter 2024; summer 2024
SPAN 331 Spanish for Professional Communication 3 Hours
Introduction to professional communication in the Spanish-speaking countries: Linguistic structures and vocabulary, forms of professional communication, reading and discussion of professional texts, social customs. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): (SPAN 202 or AVANT Lang Spanish Placement with a score of 5)
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; summer 2022; spring 2023; spring 2024
SPAN 345 Topics in Spanish 3 Hours
This course will develop students' linguistic and critical reading skills, as well as their cultural understanding through examination of different contemporary topics in the Hispanic world.
Prerequisite(s): (SPAN 370 or SPAN 331) and SPAN 371
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; summer 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; summer 2023; fall 2023; spring 2024; fall 2024
SPAN 370 Spanish Conversation 3 Hours
Exercises in pronunciation, comprehension and oral expression. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): (SPAN 202 or AVANT Lang Spanish Placement with a score of 5)
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; summer 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; summer 2023; fall 2023; spring 2024; summer 2024; fall 2024
SPAN 371 Spanish Composition and Grammar 3 Hours
Controlled written compositions and oral expression. Systematic and intensive review of grammar. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): AVANT Lang Spanish Placement with a score of 5 (SPAN 202 or AVANT Lang Spanish Placement with a score of 5)
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; fall 2022; spring 2023; fall 2023; spring 2024; fall 2024
SPAN 372 Latin American Civilization and Culture 3 Hours
Survey of the historical and cultural background of Latin America and its people from the Discovery to the present.
Prerequisite(s): (SPAN 370 or SPAN 331) and SPAN 371
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; spring 2023; spring 2024
SPAN 373 Spanish Civilization and Culture 3 Hours
Survey of historical and cultural background of Spain and its people from the Roman colonization to the present. Colonnade/Statewide General Education Code AH
Prerequisite(s): (SPAN 370 or SPAN 331) and SPAN 371
Recent Term(s) Offered: summer 2022; fall 2022; summer 2023; fall 2023; summer 2024; fall 2024
SPAN 374 Literature and Culture of Spain 3 Hours
An introduction to the culture of Spain through the study of literary texts. The course will discuss the historical contexts and cultural milieu that produced selected texts. The analysis of literary texts will be introduced. Colonnade/Statewide General Education Code AH
Prerequisite(s): (SPAN 370 or SPAN 331) and SPAN 371
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; summer 2022; spring 2023; spring 2024
SPAN 376 Literature and Culture of Latin America 3 Hours
An introduction to the culture of Latin America through the study of their literary and cultural production. The course will discuss the historical contexts and cultural milieu that produced selected texts. The analyses of literary texts will be introduced. Colonnade/Statewide General Education Code AH
Prerequisite(s): (SPAN 370 or SPAN 331) and SPAN 371
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2022; fall 2023; fall 2024
SPAN 381 Spanish Grammar Through Cultural Readings 3 Hours (repeatable max of 6 hrs)
Students will read a variety of texts in order to increase reading comprehension, acquire a broader vocabulary, and enhance grammatical proficiency in preparation for the study of literature. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 371
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2022; fall 2023
SPAN 384 Spanish Phonetics and Phonology 3 Hours
An analytical and practical study of contemporary Spanish pronunciation (phonetics and phonology), including the articulatory system, sound production, the classification of vowels and consonants, phonetic transcription and some dialect features..
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 331 or (SPAN 370 and SPAN 371)
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
SPAN 389 Internship in Spanish 1-3 Hours (repeatable max of 6 hrs)
Supervised work using Spanish in a professional setting. Open only to Spanish majors or minors. May be repeated once for elective credit in the major or minor for a maximum of six hours. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): (SPAN 372 or SPAN 373 or SPAN 374 or SPAN 376)
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2024
SPAN 453 Introduction to Spanish Linguistics 3 Hours
An overall understanding of major sub-areas of Spanish linguistics that will allow students to develop a deeper appreciation of the structure of Spanish and the speakers' use of the language.
Prerequisite(s): (SPAN 372 or SPAN 373) and (SPAN 374 or SPAN 376)
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
SPAN 455 Topics in Hispanic Literary and Cultural Studies 3 Hours
Examines different literary and cultural topics of interest in Hispanic Studies. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): (SPAN 345 or SPAN 372 or SPAN 373) and (SPAN 374 or SPAN 376)
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; summer 2022; summer 2023; summer 2024
SPAN 470 Advanced Oral Spanish 3 Hours
Conversation units, dramatic sketches, original oral topics. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 370
Recent Term(s) Offered: summer 2022; fall 2022; summer 2023; fall 2023; summer 2024; fall 2024
SPAN 471 Advanced Spanish Composition 3 Hours
Examination of selected literary works; original compositions on selected topics. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 371 and (SPAN 372 or SPAN 373 or SPAN 374 or SPAN 376)
Recent Term(s) Offered: fall 2023
SPAN 476 Twentieth Century Spain 3 Hours
A chronological study of the culture of Spain through the study of representative works. The course will discuss the historical contexts and cultural milieu that produced selected texts. The analyses of literary texts will be introduced. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): (SPAN 374 or SPAN 376)
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
SPAN 480 Translation and Interpreting 3 Hours
The principles of translation and translation theory including extensive practical work with translations of literary and non-literary texts from Spanish to English and vice versa. Students will also learn the principles and develop the skills of interpretation.
Prerequisite(s): (SPAN 372 or SPAN 373) and (SPAN 374 or SPAN 376)
Recent Term(s) Offered: spring 2022; spring 2023; spring 2024
SPAN 490 Hispanic Cinema 3 Hours
Introduction to the cinematic work of Latin American, Spanish, and US-Hispanic-Latino film artists and development of critical interpretative skills that enhance appreciation of films. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): (SPAN 370 or SPAN 331) and SPAN 371 and (SPAN 306 or SPAN 372 or SPAN 373 or SPAN 374 or SPAN 376 or SPAN 381 or SPAN 389)
Recent Term(s) Offered: summer 2024
SPAN 499 Advanced Studies in Spanish 1-4 Hours (repeatable max of 6 hrs)
For guided independent study in culture, language, or literature. May be used with consent of full-time program faculty members for work accomplished during study abroad. Number of credit hours will be determined in consultation with instructor. Note: Permission of instructor required.
Restriction(s): Students with a semester level of Academy Junior, Academy Senior, Freshman or Sophomore may not enroll.
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
Swahili (SWAH)
SWAH 101 Elementary Swahili 3 Hours
Prepares students to communicate verbally and in writing in simple routine tasks; to understand written or spoken communication on everyday topics and to develop cultural awareness.
Recent Term(s) Offered: None
SWAH 102 Elementary Swahili II 3 Hours
Continuation of the development of communication skills on everyday topics and cultural insights. Fulfills World Language with a grade of C or better.
Prerequisite(s): (SWAH 101 or High School 2 years Swahili)
Recent Term(s) Offered: None