Individual research into an area proposed by the student and conducted under the direction of a faculty member.

Open only to juniors and seniors approved for departmental honors. Senior thesis based on independent research.

Individual research into an area proposed by the student and conducted under the direction of a faculty member. For M.A. candidates. One problems course may be applied to degree. Requires advisor or chairperson approval.

Faculty-supervised investigative study that results in the development and writing of a master’s thesis. Offered on a CR/NC basis only.

Individual research into an area proposed by the student and conducted under the direction of a faculty member. Restriction: permission of instructor.

A faculty-supervised course culminating in a comprehensive paper or research proposal that integrates knowledge attained through coursework, research, and experience. Open to juniors and seniors approved by the Honors Committee.

Individual research into an area proposed by the student and conducted under the direction of a faculty member. May be repeated for credit, no limit. Restriction: permission of instructor.

Faculty-supervised investigative study that results in the development and writing of a master’s thesis. Offered on a CR/NC basis only.

Faculty-supervised investigative study that results in the development and writing of a doctoral dissertation. Offered on a CR/NC basis only.

Review of grammar topics, conversation, and composition. Prepares students for the Zertifikat Deutsch exam administered by the Goethe-Institut.

Team-taught interdisciplinary lecture series with an overarching theme followed by discussion sections. May be repeated three times for undergraduate credit. May not be repeated for graduate credit.

Introductory undergraduate seminar on specific topics in German Literature, culture and language. Multiple sections may be offered in a given year. Titles of individual sections may vary as content varies. Repetition unlimited if content/topic changes.

Introductory workshops on various topics relating to contemporary German Culture. Emphasis on applied language skills. Multiple sections may be offered in a given year. Titles of individual sections will vary as content varies.

Intensive practice of writing skills in a variety of genres. Prepares students for the Zentrale Oberstufenprufung administered by the Goethe-Institut. May be repeated twice for undergraduate credit, and once for graduate credit.

Team-taught interdisciplinary lecture series with an overarching theme followed by discussion sections. May be repeated three times for undergraduate credit. May not be repeated for graduate credit.

Advanced undergraduate seminar on specific topics in German literature, culture and language. Multiple sections may be offered in a given year. Titles of individual sections will vary as content varies.

Individual research into an area proposed by the student and conducted under the direction of a faculty member. Restriction: permission of instructor.

Individual research into an area proposed by the student and conducted under the direction of a faculty member. May be repeated per Office of Graduate Studies policy three times. Restriction: permission of instructor.

Team-taught interdisciplinary lecture series with an overarching theme followed by discussion sections. May be repeated three times for undergraduate credit. May not be repeated for graduate credit.

Graduate seminar on specific topics in German Literature, culture, and language. Multiple sections may be offered in a given year. Titles of individual sections will vary as content varies. Repetition unlimited if content/topic changes.

Faculty-supervised investigative study that results in the development and writing of a master’s thesis. Offered on a CR/NC basis only.

Individual research into an area proposed by the student and conducted under the direction of a faculty member. Restriction: permission of instructor.

Individual research into an area proposed by the student and conducted under the direction of a faculty member. Restriction: permission of instructor.

Individual research into an area proposed by the student and conducted under the direction of a faculty member.

Individual research into an area proposed by the student and conducted under the direction of a faculty member.

Following this class, students will be able to perform in specific situations at the Novice High to Intermediate Low level on the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) proficiency scale. All five modes of communication are addressed (interpersonal, presentational speaking, presentational writing, interpretive reading, and interpretive listening). Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) and an Arabic dialect are taught using an integrated approach. Students will continue to develop their understanding of Arabic-speaking cultures. Meets University of New Mexico General Education Curriculum Area 6: Second Language.

Intensive Arabic language course that develops students' Arabic skills to the ACTFL Intermediate Mid level and expands their cultural knowledge of the Arab world. Meets University of New Mexico General Education Curriculum Area 6: Second Language.

This course involves the study of Arabic literature and culture in translation. No knowledge of Arabic is required.

Individual research into an area proposed by the student and conducted under the direction of a faculty member. Restriction: permission of instructor.

This is the first semester of a two-semester sequence in first year modern standard Chinese (“Mandarin”). This course is recommended for students who have had little or no experience in the Chinese language. The first year intensive Mandarin Chinese course is designed to introduce the Mandarin sound system (“pinyin”), basic vocabulary, and Mandarin Chinese characters (Simplified), and basic grammatical concepts and structures. In order to help beginners develop their communicative competence in the four basic skills, the 5Cs (Communication, Cultures, Comparisons, Connections, and Communities) will be integrated consistently into the content and exercises in the course. Credit for both this course and CHIN 1110 may not be applied toward a degree program. Meets University of New Mexico General Education Curriculum Area 6: Second Language.

An integrated language course to develop oral and written proficiency to Intermediate-low level and initial cultural competency. Meets University of New Mexico General Education Curriculum Area 6: Second Language. Prerequisite: 1140.

This course will include lectures about the history of Chinese calligraphy, the tools used in calligraphy, the five major writing scripts/styles, and strategies to effectively memorize and write Chinese characters. A major part of class time will be dedicated to actual calligraphy writing practice. Student will be practicing and mastering the basic writing techniques of the Standard script/style. Prerequisite: 1140.

An integrated language course to develop oral and written proficiency up to Intermediate-high level and cultural competency. Prerequisite: 2120.

Study of Chinese history, life, and culture through an examination of films produced in Hong Kong, Taiwan, and mainland China.

Individual research into an area proposed by the student and conducted under the direction of a faculty member. Restriction: permission of instructor.

Introduction to mythology; primary readings in stories about the gods and heroes, usually including Homer, Hesiod, Homeric Hymns and Tragedies. All texts will be in English. Meets New Mexico General Education Curriculum Area 5: Humanities.

(Also offered as RELG 321) This course examines the development of the genre of apocalypse by reading several early Jewish apocalypses before examining the lasting influence of apocalypticism in one particular Jewish sect, Christianity.

(Also offered as COMP *334) Study of individual authors, genres and periods of Greek literature and culture in translation.

Individual research into an area proposed by the student and conducted under the direction of a faculty member.

Open only to juniors and seniors approved for departmental honors. Senior thesis based on independent research.

A faculty-taught course emphasizing writing, critique and revision within the context of a particular genre or academic discipline. Open only to seniors enrolled in departmental honors. Restriction: permission of instructor.

(Also offered as ENGL 332) Study of the culture and literatures of Africa. Topics vary.

(Also offered as CLST, ENGL *334) Study of individual authors, genres and periods of Greek literature and culture in translation.

(Also offered as ENGL, GRMN 336) Study of individual authors, genres, and/or periods of German literature and culture in translation. May only be taken twice for the German major and once for the German minor.

(Also offered as ENGL, RUSS 338) Study of individual authors, genres, and/or periods of Russian literature and culture in translation.

(Also offered as ENGL, JAPN 339) Study of individual authors, genres and/or periods of Japanese literature and culture in translation.

(Also offered as ENGL, JAPN 342) This course is an introductory exploration of the literature and culture of modern Japan, from the mid-19th century to the present day. Students will critically read a selection of modern prose narratives and poetry.

(Also offered as ENGL, FREN 432) Varying topics in the practice and theory of literatures and cultures.

Individual research into an area proposed by the student and conducted under the direction of a faculty member. Restriction: permission of instructor.

A faculty-supervised course culminating in a comprehensive paper or research proposal that integrates knowledge attained through coursework, research, and experience. Open to juniors and seniors approved by the Honors Committee. Restriction: permission of instructor.

(Also offered as ENGL 505) Introduction to contemporary critical theory in the context of classical through 20th-century criticism. Learning to define a research question, select resources and approaches to texts, and cite bibliographic data according to current MLA guidelines.

Individual research into an area proposed by the student and conducted under the direction of a faculty member. For M.A. candidates. One problems course may be applied to degree. Requires advisor or chairperson approval.

Faculty-supervised investigative study that results in the development and writing of a master’s thesis. Offered on a CR/NC basis only.

Intended for students with no previous exposure to French, this course develops basic listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills aiming toward the ACTFL novice-high level. This is an introductory course designed to teach the student to communicate in French in everyday situations and to develop an understanding of French and Francophone cultures through the identification of cultural products and practices, of cultural perspectives, and the ability to function at a survival level in an authentic cultural content. This course will also develop the student’s sense of personal and social responsibility through the identification of social issues. Conducted in French. Credit for both this course and FREN 1150 may not be applied toward a degree program. Meets University of New Mexico General Education Curriculum Area 6: Second Language.

A continuation of 1110, students will develop a broader foundation in skills gained during the first semester, including understanding, speaking, reading and writing French aiming toward the ACTFL intermediate-low level. This course is designed to increase student fluency in French as applied to everyday situations. Students will also learn to recognize and understand various French and Francophone products, practices, and perspectives, identifying common cultural patterns, describing basic cultural viewpoints, and further developing their sense of personal and social responsibility through the investigation of cultural issues. Conducted in French. Credit for both this course and FREN 1150 may not be applied toward a degree program. Meets University of New Mexico General Education Curriculum Area 6: Second Language.

In this third semester course, students will continue to develop a broader foundation in skills gained during the first year, including understanding, speaking, reading and writing French aiming toward the ACTFL intermediate-mid level. This course is designed to teach the student to communicate in a more sustained way in areas of personal interest and in everyday situations. Students will engage in and analyze various French and Francophone products, practices, and perspectives, as well as continue to develop their sense of personal and social responsibility through comparison and contrast of cultural perspectives. Conducted mostly in French. Credit for both this course and FREN 2140 may not be applied toward a degree program. Meets University of New Mexico General Education Curriculum Area 6: Second Language.

In this fourth semester course, students will continue to broaden and refine skills gained during previous semesters, including understanding, speaking, reading and writing French aiming at the ACTFL intermediate-high level. This course is designed to teach the student to communicate in a more sustained way in situations that go beyond the everyday. Students will evaluate various French and Francophone products, practices, and create ways to demonstrate their sense of personal and social responsibility through participation in cultural interaction.Conducted entirely in French. Credit for both this course and FREN 2140 may not be applied toward a degree program. Meets University of New Mexico General Education Curriculum Area 6: Second Language.

Contextual grammar review and study of stylistics to improve composition skills. Introduction to literature and/or cinema. Taught entirely in French.

Phonetic and phonemic system of French. Required for the undergraduate major. {Yearly}

Develops students' French skills to an advanced level, introduces them to methods of reading and interpretation necessary for success in advanced courses, and exposes them to literary movements central to French literary traditions.

Titles of individual sections will vary as content varies. Topics will deal with specific aspects of French literature, culture and language. Repetition unlimited if content/topic changes. Prerequisite: 301 and 302.

(Also offered as COMP, ENGL 432) Varying topics in the practice and theory of literatures and cultures.

Topics will deal with specific aspects of French literature, culture, and/or language. Course taught in French. Prerequisite: 301 and 302 and (310 or 315).

Individual research into an area proposed by the student and conducted under the direction of a faculty member. Restriction: permission of instructor.

A faculty-supervised course culminating in a comprehensive paper or research proposal that integrates knowledge attained through coursework, research, and experience. Open to juniors and seniors approved by the Honors Committee.

A faculty-taught course emphasizing writing, critique and revision within the context of a particular genre or academic discipline. Open only to seniors enrolled for departmental honors.

A course exploring a topic not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.

Individual research into an area proposed by the student and conducted under the direction of a faculty member. May be repeated for credit, no limit. Restriction: permission of instructor.

Faculty-supervised investigative study that results in the development and writing of a master’s thesis. Offered on a CR/NC basis only.

Topics in literary and cultural studies.

Faculty-supervised investigative study that results in the development and writing of a doctoral dissertation. Offered on a CR/NC basis only.

This course serves as an introduction to the fundamentals of the historic Greek language and culture. The aims of this course are to acquire basic skills in reading, writing, and comprehension in order to read authentic Greek texts with the help of a dictionary. Students will also study the history of the Greek language, texts, and culture. Meets University of New Mexico General Education Curriculum Area 6: Second Language.

Continuation of 1120. The aims of this course are to develop skills in reading, writing, and comprehension in Greek. These include the grammar and vocabulary needed in order to read and understand authentic Greek texts with the help of a dictionary. Meets University of New Mexico General Education Curriculum Area 6: Second Language.

Readings in Homer, Sophocles, Euripides, Plato and the New Testament, depending on the level and interests of the class.

Individual research into an area proposed by the student and conducted under the direction of a faculty member.

Graduate readings in ancient Greek authors. Prerequisite: 301 or 302.

Intended for students with no previous exposure to German, this course develops basic listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills aiming toward the ACTFL novice-mid level. This is an introductory course designed to teach the student to communicate in German in everyday situations and to develop an understanding of German cultures through the identification of cultural products and practices, of cultural perspectives, and the ability to function at a survival level in an authentic cultural content. This course will also develop the student’s sense of personal and social responsibility through the identification of social issues. Meets University of New Mexico General Education Curriculum Area 6: Second Language.

Continuation of 1110. Students will develop a broader foundation in skills gained during the first semester, including understanding, speaking, reading and writing German aiming toward the ACTFL novice-high level. This course is designed to increase student fluency in German as applied to everyday situations. Students will also learn to recognize and understand various German products, practices, and perspectives, identifying common cultural patterns, describing basic cultural viewpoints, and further developing their sense of personal and social responsibility through the investigation of cultural issues. Meets University of New Mexico General Education Curriculum Area 6: Second Language.

In this third semester course, students will continue to develop a broader foundation in skills gained during the first two semesters, including understanding, speaking, reading and writing German aiming toward the ACTFL intermediate-low level. This course is designed to teach the student to communicate in a more sustained way in areas of personal interest and in everyday situations. Students will engage in and analyze various German products, practices, and perspectives, as well as continue to develop their sense of personal and social responsibility through comparison and contrast of cultural perspectives. Meets University of New Mexico General Education Curriculum Area 6: Second Language.

In this fourth semester course, students will continue to broaden and refine skills gained during previous semesters, including understanding, speaking, reading and writing German aiming at the ACTFL intermediate-mid level. This course is designed to teach the student to communicate in a more sustained way in situations that go beyond the everyday. Students will evaluate various German products, practices, and create ways to demonstrate their sense of personal and social responsibility through participation in cultural interaction. Meets University of New Mexico General Education Curriculum Area 6: Second Language.

Contextual grammar review based on cultural materials from a variety of media and short literary texts.

Practice in speaking and listening within the context of selected topics.

(Also offered as COMP, ENGL 336) Study of individual authors, genres, and/or periods of German literature and culture in translation. May only be taken twice for the German major and once for the German minor.

Topics will deal with specific aspects of German literature and culture and language. Repetition unlimited if content changes.

Individual research into an area proposed by the student and conducted under the direction of a faculty member. Restriction: permission of instructor.

A faculty-supervised course culminating in a comprehensive paper or research proposal that integrates knowledge attained through coursework, research, and experience. Open to juniors and seniors approved by the department.

A faculty-taught course emphasizing writing, critique and revision within the context of a particular genre or academic discipline. Open only to seniors enrolled for departmental honors. Restriction: permission of supervising instructor.

Topics will deal with specific aspects of German literature, culture and language. Repetition unlimited if content changes.

Individual research into an area proposed by the student and conducted under the direction of a faculty member. May be repeated per Office of Graduate Studies policy three times. Restriction: permission of instructor.

Faculty-supervised investigative study that results in the development and writing of a master’s thesis. Offered on a CR/NC basis only.

Intensive course for serious beginning students. Credit for both this course and ITAL 1110 may not be applied toward a degree program.

(Also offered as COMP, ENGL 337) Study of individual authors, genres, and/or periods of Italian literature and culture in translation.

Individual research into an area proposed by the student and conducted under the direction of a faculty member. Restriction: permission of instructor.

First semester of a two-semester sequence in first year Japanese. This course focuses on the basics of the Japanese language with a balanced approach to the development of four skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing. It is designed to teach students to communicate with Japanese socially and culturally appropriate manners to survive daily life. Basic reading and writing will be also covered in the cultural context. The course follows ACTFL guidelines, integrating the 5 Cs: communication, cultures, connections, comparisons and communities, to offer the student a well-rounded classroom experience. Students will attain ACTFL novice-high level in four skills. Credit for both this course and JAPN 1110 may not be applied toward a degree program. Meets University of New Mexico General Education Curriculum Area 6: Second Language.

This course is designed for students who have completed 12 credit hours or the equivalent of Japanese study. This course continues to expand vocabulary, grammar and 209 Kanji to deal with daily activities. Its objective is to teach students to communicate in a meaningful way using all four language skills: speaking, listening comprehension, reading and writing. Students will be able to manage not-complicated daily situation. Students will attain ACTFL intermediate-low level in four skills. Meets University of New Mexico General Education Curriculum Area 6: Second Language. Prerequisite: 1135.

Continues development of four language skills (speaking, listening, reading and writing) at fifth semester level, introducing more complex grammar and spoken and written communicative tasks. {Fall}

(Also offered as COMP, ENGL 339) Study of individual authors, genres and/or periods of Japanese literature and culture in translation.

(Also offered as COMP, ENGL 342) This course is an introductory exploration of the literature and culture of modern Japan, from the mid-19th century to the present day. Students will critically read a selection of modern prose narratives and poetry.

An advanced Japanese reading course for students who have completed six semesters or the equivalent of Japanese study. Prerequisite: 302.

Individual research into an area proposed by the student and conducted under the direction of a faculty member. Restriction: permission of instructor.

Introduction to the Latin language; grammar, syntax and readings in Roman authors. Meets University of New Mexico General Education Curriculum Area 6: Second Language.

Continuation of 1110. Introduction to the Latin language; grammar, syntax and readings in Roman authors. Meets University of New Mexico General Education Curriculum Area 6: Second Language. Prerequisite: 1110.

Systematic review of Latin grammar and syntax; readings in simple prose authors such as Cicero and Caesar; introduction to Latin poetry and scansion. Meets University of New Mexico General Education Curriculum Area 6: Second Language. Prerequisite: 1120.

Readings in Classical authors such as Plautus, Catullus, Vergil, Horace and Ovid. Occasional composition in Latin. Prerequisite: 2110 or 2120.

Individual research into an area proposed by the student and conducted under the direction of a faculty member.

This course will give students experience reading a wide range of texts and authors in Latin literature, from the Republican period to the Late Empire, touching on key authors and works of literature in Latin. Prerequisite: 503 with a grade of "B+" or better.