Courses

Through studying a group of Chinese films in light of modern Chinese history and literature, students examine a series of cultural dilemmas and issues in 20th century China and develop skills in analyzing literary and filmic texts. Approved for GT-AH2. Approved for arts and sciences core curriculum: literature and the arts.

Provides a critical overview of one of the world's largest and most beloved film industries, the popular Hindi cinema produced in Bombay (Mumbai) and consumed around the world under the label "Bollywood". Focus on the post-Independence era to the present, with introduction to key films, directors, stars, genres, formal techniques, and themes, as well as critical analyses of these and other topics. Formerly HNDI 2441.

Examines 20th century Japanese culture through cinematic and animated films. Studies films by Ozu, Kurosawa, Mizoguchi, and contemporary animators Tezuka, Miyazaki, and Kon Satoshi. Considers cultural issues raised in film and anime in light of modern Japanese history and literature. Requires no knowledge of Japanese.

Introduces Korean/South Korean cinema from colonial period to the contemporary including old Korean black and white films, the earliest talkie films and contemporary art films. Considers cinema as a window to see the tumultuous and diverse culture of modern Korea. Taught in English. No prior knowledge or Korea, Korean film or film art is required.

Selected topics in analytic geometry and calculus with a focus on symbolic computation using Mathematica. Coreq., APPM 2350.

Offers an intensive introduction to the Catalan language for those able to speak Spanish. By the end of the course students should be able to communicate well in all language-skills areas: listening comprehension, speaking, reading and writing. Students will also have gained a better understanding and appreciation of the Catalan singularity. Prereq., five semesters of college Spanish or equivalent, or SPAN 3000, or placement, or department approval.

Selected topics in differential equations and linear algebra with a focus on symbolic computation using Mathematica. Coreq., APPM 2360.

Supplements and strengthens student experiences in physics. Allows particularly gifted students an opportunity to extend their understanding of the subjects and to explore possible careers in science. May be repeated up to 2 total credit hours.

Explores the changing role and cultural images of women as reflected in Russian folklore, medieval documents, and literature (fiction and non-fiction) of the 10th-19th centuries. Focuses on the construction of gender in traditional (patriarchal) Russian culture and on the strategies of women's resistance to the political, social and cultural implications of gender stereotypes. Although the course includes works of Russian women and men alike, it intends to revise the canon of Russian culture by reading them through the prism of the gender issues of their times. Taught in English. Approved for GT-AH2. Approved for arts and sciences core curriculum: historical context.

Covers basic legal concepts and processes emphasizing the American system. Gives special attention to political functions of law. Recommended as preparation for PSCI 4241 and 4251. Prereq., PSCI 1101.

Introduces the basics of atmospheric and space sciences, space exploration, spacecraft design, rocketry, and orbits. Students design, build, and launch a miniature satellite on a high altitude balloon. Explores the current research in space through lectures from industry. Recommended prereqs., APPM 1360 or MATH 2300 and PHYS 1120 or ASTR 1040. Same as ASEN 1400. Similar to ASEN 4500. Prerequisites: Restricted to Astronomy or Physics majors only.

Focuses on basic processes in face-to-face interaction, including verbal and nonverbal messages, coordination in conversation, messages about self and others, and communication in personal relationships. Emphasizes theory and concepts rather than skills. Recommended prereqs., COMM 1210 and 1600. Prerequisites: Restricted to students with 27-180 credits (Sophomore, Junior or Senior) only.

Film production class focusing on developing a basic understanding of the aesthetics and principles of Cinematography. Through projects, screenings, and critiques, students learn creative camera lighting processes. Prereqs., FILM 1502 and 2000 or 2300 with an averaged combined grade in these two courses of 3.00, with a minimum overall GPA of 2.0. Restricted to FILM majors. Prerequisites: Restricted to Film (FILM or FMST) majors only.

Puts into practice all that has been learned in the first four semesters of college French. Builds conversational skills and confidence through acquisition of new vocabulary and a review of grammar essential to discussing different aspects of French culture. All work is in French. Prereq., FREN 2120 or equivalent.

Variety of new courses at the 2000 level. See honors program announcements for specific contents. May be repeated up to 6 total credit hours. Prereq., GPA 3.30 or higher. Prerequisites: A minimum 3.3 cum GPA is required for this Honors class or you must be part of the first year student group.

Designed to increase awareness of issues that surround international and U.S. health care. Provides broad overview of topics relevant to 21st century medical practice. Includes guest lectures by faculty and practitioners from Denver Metro region, followed by opportunities to integrate new concepts using small group discussion and writing. Topics change each semester and may include: global development and health; socio-cultural issues in health care; health disparities; applied bioethics; health care system reform; narrative medicine. Restricted to sophomores/juniors/seniors. Pass/Fail grading only.

Introduces timely studio subjects in the visual and performing arts that cannot be offered on a regular basis. Information concerning the studio topics offered in any given semester is available prior to registration from the Libby RAP. May be repeated up to 7 total credit hours. Restricted to Libby RAP students. Prerequisites: Restricted to Libby Residential Academic Program students only.

Introduces the field of peace and conflict studies. Examines causes and dynamics of conflict and violence (interpersonal to global), peace institutions and research, peace movements, nonviolence, and careers in conflict resolution and peacemaking.

Explores the development of various religions within the shaping influences of American culture, including separation of church and state, the frontier experience, civil religion, and the interaction of religions of indigenous peoples, immigrants, and African Americans. Approved for GT-AH2. Approved for arts and sciences core curriculum: United States context or ideals and values.

Explores the technique, style, and rhythms of various African, Caribbean, and dance forms of the Americas. Music, history, anthropology, and folklore help to enhance the dance and provide a cultural experience. May be repeated up to 6 total credit hours within a term. Same as ETHN 2502.

Short stories by Thomas Mann, Kafka, Boell, and Grass, such as Death in Venice, Metamorphosis, and Cat and Mouse. Emphasizes literary themes, their traditions, and their cultural significance. Taught in English. Approved for arts and sciences core curriculum: literature and the arts.

Introduces students to post-communist Russia, its values and ideologies. It is equally wrong to interpret post-Soviet society through the prism of the Cold War as through the models of contemporary post-industrial capitalism. Neither totalitarian nor liberal, contemporary Russia raises numerous questions about such ideological and cultural constructions as neo-liberalism and capitalism, nationalism, globalization, state power, and popular vs. high cultures. Taught in English. Approved for arts and sciences core curriculum: contemporary societies.

Explores the technique, style, and rhythms of various African, Caribbean, and dance forms of the Americas. Music, history, anthropology, and folklore help to enhance the dance and provide a cultural experience. May be repeated up to 6 total credit hours within a term. Same as DNCE 2501. Formerly BLST 2501.

Examines how the memory of the Holocaust in Nazi Germany is increasingly determined by the means of its representation, e.g., film, autobiography, poetry, architecture. Taught in English. Same as JWST 2502. Approved for arts and sciences core curriculum: ideals and values.

Examines how the memory of the Holocaust in Nazi Germany is increasingly determined by the means of its representation, e.g., film, autobiography, poetry, architecture. Same as GRMN 2502. Approved for arts and sciences core curriculum: ideals and values.