GERMAN
LG 151 Introductory German I 3 cr
The first of a two-semester sequence in introductory German. The goal of the
two-semester course is to achieve a basic proficiency in understanding, speaking, reading, and
writing German.
LG 152 Introductory German II 3 cr
The second semester of the introductory course. Prerequisite: LG 151 or equivalent.
LG 251 Intermediate German I 3 cr
The first of a two-semester sequence in intermediate German. A continuation of the
training necessary to achieve fluency in under-standing, speaking, reading, and writing German.
Reading of literary, cultural, and historical texts. Class discussions, reports in German, both oral
and written, are required. Prerequisite: LG 152 or equivalent.
LG 252 Intermediate German II 3 cr
The second semester of the intermediate sequence. Prerequisite: LG 251 or equivalent.
LG 361 German Culture and Literature 3 cr
from the beginnings through Classicism
Origin and development of German civilization (literature, thought, the arts, and society
in a historical context) from the beginnings through the early nineteenth century. Extensive
readings, class discussions, and oral and written reports in the language are required. Taught in
German. Prerequisite: LG 252 or equivalent.
LG 362 German Culture and Literature of the Nineteenth Century 3 cr
Development of German civilization (literature, thought, the arts, and society in a
historical context) during the period of unification and industrialization, including Romanticism,
Realism, Naturalism and early Modernism. Extensive readings, class discussions, and oral and
written reports in the language are required. Taught in German. Prerequisite: LG 252 or
equivalent.
LG 363 Modern and Contemporary German Culture and Literature 3 cr
Development of German civilization (literature, thought, the arts, and society in a
historical context) from the early twentieth century through the present. Extensive readings, class
discussions, and oral and written reports in the language are required. Taught in German.
Prerequisite: LG 252 or equivalent.
LG 364 Highlights of German Culture and Literature 3 cr
A capstone course highlighting masterpieces of German literature and culture from a
particular genre (e.g., the Novelle); a particular period or movement (e.g. Romanticism); an
author or group of authors (e.g. Brecht); or a particular thematic focus. Extensive readings, class
discussions, and oral and written reports in the language are required. Taught in German.
Prerequisite: LG 363 or equivalent.
LG 366 Advanced German Grammar 3 cr
Designed for the student who wishes to teach or do advanced work. Comprehensive
study of formal grammar and structured practice in oral and written expression. Prerequisite: LG
252 or equivalent.
LG 367 Advanced German Conversation 1 cr
Intensive conversation with practice in using various levels of the spoken language from
slang to formal speech. Emphasis on the sounds and idioms of German. The course meets one
hour per week with the instructor and one hour per week for a lab session, often with a native
speaker. The content of this course will vary over four consecutive semesters. This course may
be repeated for a maximum of four credits. Prerequisite: LG 252 or equivalent.
LG 368 Advanced German Composition (W) 3 cr
Intensive course in writing German. Emphasis is on writing as a process, the
communicative purposes of writing, and the develop-ment of critical reflection. Analysis of
authentic texts and extensive practice in various genres of written German, including description,
narrative, report, critical review, and interpretation. Prerequisite: LG 252 or equivalent.

LATIN
LG 101 Introductory Latin I 3 cr
Introductory Latin I is the first half of a two-course sequence in Classical Latin. The goal
of the courses is to achieve basic proficiency in understanding and reading Latin and to acquire a
basic knowledge of Roman customs, history and culture.
LG 102 Introductory Latin II 3 cr
Introductory Latin II is the second half of a two- course sequence in Classical Latin.
Prerequisite: LG 101.
LG 201 Intermediate Latin I 3 cr
The first of a two-semester sequence in intermediate Latin. The course is a continuation
of the study necessary to achieve fluency in reading, understanding and translating Classical
Latin. A compre-hensive review of grammar is accompanied with the presentation of material
beyond the scope of Introductory Latin I and II. All texts for reading and translation are
presented in the original classical texts, unabridged and complete. Emphasis on the development
of the periods of classical Roman literature as well as pertinent events in Roman history and
culture. Prerequisite: LG 102.
LG 202 Intermediate Latin II 3 cr
The second of a two-semester sequence in intermediate Latin. Prerequisite: LG 201.

RUSSIAN
LG 171 Introductory Russian I 3 cr
The first of a two-semester sequence in introductory Russian. The goal of the
two-semester course is to achieve a basic proficiency in understanding, speaking, reading, and
writing Russian.
LG 172 Introductory Russian II 3 cr
The second semester of the introductory course. Prerequisite: LG 171 or equivalent.
LG 271 Intermediate Russian I 3 cr
The first of a two-semester sequence in intermediate Russian. A continuation of the
training necessary to achieve fluency and understanding in speaking, reading, and writing
Russian. Reading of literary and cultural texts. Increased practice in Russian conversation.
Prerequisite: LG 172 or equivalent.
LG 272 Intermediate Russian II 3 cr
The second semester of intermediate Russian. Prerequisite: LG 271 or equivalent.
LG 372 The Golden Age of Russian Literature (W) 3 cr
A survey course designed to familiarize the student with the essential works of
19th-century Russian literature. Students read and discuss works by Pushkin, Lermontov, Gogol',
Dostoevsky, Turgenev, Tolstoy, and Chekhov. In English. Russian majors are required to read
excerpts of works in Russian and to complete a course project in Russian. Prerequisite: LG 272
or equivalent.
LG 374 Advanced Russian Grammar 3 cr
A course designed to give students active control of the more complex features of
Russian grammar. Structured practice in oral and written expression. Prerequisite: LG 272 or
equivalent.
LG 375 Advanced Russian Conversation 1 cr
Intensive conversation practice in using the various levels of modern spoken Russian.
This course meets two hours per week. The content of this course will vary over four consecutive
semesters. This course may be repeated for a maximum of four credits. Prerequisite: LG 272 or
equivalent, or permission of the instructor.
LG 376 Advanced Russian Composition 3 cr
This course provides extensive practice in writing Russian. Students read, discuss, and
write about texts which reflect the controversial and topical issues of the day. Prerequisite: LG
272 or equivalent.
LG 380 Russian Poetry 3 cr
Designed to enhance the student's overall command of spoken Russian through the study
of Russia's rich poetic tradition. Russian poems and songs provide the basic materials for this
course. Lectures, materials, and discussions in Russian. Prerequisite: LG 272 or equivalent.
LG 381 Russian Prose in Context 3 cr
A course designed to enhance the student's ability to read, translate, and discuss Russian
texts. Students read works from both 19th- and 20th- century fiction, which they analyze both
thematically and stylistically. Classwork and assignments are geared towards increasing the
student's vocabulary and understanding of Russian stylistics. All texts, lectures, and discussions
in Russian. Pre-requisite: LG 272 or equivalent.

SPANISH
LG 131 Introductory Spanish I 3 cr
The first of a two-semester sequence in introductory Spanish. The goal of the
two-semester course is to achieve a basic proficiency in communication in Spanish through the
development of listening, speaking, reading and writing skills.
LG 132 Introductory Spanish II 3 cr
A continuation of Spanish 131. Prerequisite: LG 131 or equivalent.
LG 134 Accelerated Introductory Spanish 6 cr
A one-semester intensive first-year course for highly motivated students with prior
instruction in the language, i.e., students who have recently completed a minimum of two years
of high school Spanish with a B average or better. This course covers the material taught in LG
131 and 132 and satisfies the Arts & Sciences language requirement. By permission of the
instructor. Usually taught in the Fall.
LG 231 Intermediate Spanish I 3 cr
The first of a two-semester sequence in intermediate Spanish. A continuation of the
training necessary to achieve fluency. Grammar review, class discussions, extensive oral and
written work, short readings in literature and culture are included. Prerequisite: LG 132, 134, or
equivalent.
LG 232 Intermediate Spanish II 3 cr
The second semester of the intermediate sequence. Prerequisite: LG 231 or equivalent.
LG 234 Accelerated Intermediate Spanish 6 cr
A one-semester intensive intermediate course for students who have successfully
completed LG 134 (Accelerated Introductory Spanish), or the equivalent. This course covers the
material taught in LG 231 and 232. Usually taught in the Spring. By permission of the instructor.
Prerequisites: LG 132, 134 or equivalent.
LG 333 Conversational Spanish and Composition 3 cr
Extensive oral and written work through a variety of activities to review and reinforce
acquired language skills, emphasizing vocabulary acquisition and fluency in the language.
Prerequisite: LG 232 or equivalent.
LG 334 Advanced Spanish Grammar & Composition (W) 3 cr
Extensive study of major aspects of Spanish grammar with emphasis on increasing
proficiency in the four skills. Special emphasis is placed on descriptive and narrative writing.
Prerequisite: LG 232 or equivalent.
LG 335 Commercial and Technical Spanish 3 cr
Advanced course in written and spoken business and technical Spanish. Emphasis on
writing proficiency in various aspects of business, government, technical and general commercial
writing. Development of related speaking skills for commerce. Prerequisite: LG 333, 334, or
equivalent.
LG 336 Introduction to Textual Analysis in Hispanic Literature 3 cr
An introduction to literary analysis, literary and critical terminology, and genres as they
appear in short works from both Spain and Latin America. Usually taught Fall term. Prerequisite:
LG 232, LG 234, or equivalent.
LG 431 Hispanic Civilization 3 cr
Extensive study of Spanish and Latin American civilizations and their contributions to
world culture; emphasis upon geographical, historical, social, political, and artistic forces.
Extensive discussions, oral and written reports in the language are required. Prerequisite: LG
333, 334, or 336.
LG 432 Readings in Spanish Literature Through the 19th Century 3 cr
Representative readings reflecting major literary movements and cultural events in Spain
prior to the twentieth century. Extensive class discussions, oral and written reports in the
language are required. Prerequisite: LG 333, 334, or 336.
LG 433 Readings in Spanish Literature of the 20th Century 3 cr
Representative readings reflecting major literary movements and cultural events in Spain
in the twentieth century. Extensive class discussions, oral and written reports in the language are
required. Prerequisite: LG 333, 334, or 336.
LG 434 Readings in Latin American Literature Through the 19th Century 3 cr
Representative readings reflecting major literary movements and cultural events in Latin
America prior to the twentieth century. Extensive class discussions, oral and written reports in
the language are required. Prerequisite: LG 333, 334, or 336.
LG 435 Readings in Latin American Literature of the 20th Century 3 cr
Representative readings reflecting major literary movements and cultural events in Latin
America in the twentieth century. Extensive class discussions, oral and written reports in the
language are required. Prerequisite: LG 333, 334, or 336.

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