Prerequisite: Sophomore standing. Note: Cross-listed with WGST 303. Analysis of sex roles as embodied in classic works in philosophy, literature, history, drama, and art in ancient, medieval, modern, and contemporary times. Texts may include the following: Lysistrata, Medea, The Merchant of Venice, A Doll House, No Exit, selections from The Second Sex, Beloved, Cavedweller, and others. We will also look at the art of Frida Kahlo, Cindy Sherman, and a handful of Surrealists. With each work of art, we will consider the depiction of sex and gender while placing each piece in its cultural and historical context. The class format will emphasize discussion, and work in the course will consist of participation, short essays, and one longer paper. Fall 2005 and Spring 2006.

HUM 102: World Literature after 1700

An introduction to critical thinking about world culture through selected readings in major literary forms since 1700. What does it mean to be human, and how does art interpret the human experience? With each text we read and discuss, we will strive to answer these questions as we place each work in its historical and cultural context. Class sessions are split between lecture and discussion, and assignments for the course include objective exams and interpretive essays. Summer III 2005.

HUM 101: World Literature before 1700

An introduction to critical thinking about world culture through selected reading in major literary forms from ancient times to 1700. What does it mean to be human, and how does art interpret the human experience? With each text we read and discuss, we will strive to answer these questions as we place each work in its historical and cultural context. Class sessions are split between lecture and discussion, and assignments for the course include objective exams and interpretive essays. Fall 2005.

HUM 152: Cultures of America

Interdisciplinary study of the arts and humanities in contemporary American culture emphasizing the convergence of European, African, Hispanic, Asian, and indigenous cultures as well as the distinguising characteristics of each culture as revealed in three of the following areas: fine arts, drama, literature, philosophy, religion, and popular entertainment. We will take the civil rights movement as our starting point and examine literary texts, historical accounts and popular music as we discuss the diversity of the United States' culture. Class sessions are split between lecture and discussion, and assignments for the course include objective exams and interpretive essays. Past textbooks included the Ofxord Book of American Short Stories, American Cultural Studies, and A New Religious America. Past films shown or excerpted have included Born on the Fourth of July, Iron-Jawed Angels, and A Time to Kill. Spring 2006.