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SOC 412 - Preceptorship
A one semester course designed to engage students in the theory and practice of teaching sociology. This course is appropriate for students intending to teach secondary school or enter a graduate program in sociology. Students participating in the preceptorship will work closely with the faculty teaching introductory courses.
Pre-req: Instructor permission
1 to 3 credits
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SOC 490 - Selected Topics
May be repeated for credit
1 to 4 credits
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SOC 495 - Independent Study
Credit and time arranged. May be repeated for credit.
1 to 4 credits
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Social Work |
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SOWK 190 - Selected Topics
May be repeated for credit
1 to 4 credits
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SOWK 240 - Introduction to Social Work
Students explore the process and concepts of generalist social work practice with an emphasis on social and economic justice. We examine the history of social work and the importance of ethical practice with clients and community partners. This course is a prerequisite for upper division social work courses and is required for admission to the social work major. Service Learning Course.
Co-req: INTD 100
3 credits
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SOWK 241 - Introduction to Social Work
Students explore the process and concepts of generalist social work practice with an emphasis on social and economic justice. We examine the history of social work and the importance of ethical practice with clients and community partners. This course is a prerequisite for upper division social work courses, is required for admission to the social work major, and meets the liberal education requirement for the Writing Intensive Course (COM2).
Pre-req: INTD 100
3 credits
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SOWK 245 - Legal Issues in Social Work
The course explores legal and ethical issues in social work practice settings. Students learn about laws that both enhance and deter the well-being of clients. Students also learn to analyze the implication of laws and policies on social well-being. The course includes activities such as visiting homeless court, training for legal advocacy for citizens residing in Skid Row, and other opportunities for legal advocacy in the Los Angeles region.
4 credits
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SOWK 270 - Death, Dying & Bereavement
Explores historical and cultural variations in attitudes and practices surrounding death, dying and bereavement. We examine major causes of death across age and other social groups, social inequality related to death and dying, individual and social practices of grieving, and the ethics of dying in an age of technology. We study death-related issues both at the level of social organization and in terms of how they affect people at varying stages of the life course.
Pre-req: Instructor permission
Cross-listed with SOC 270
4 credits
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SOWK 290 - Selected Topics
May be repeated for credit
1 to 4 credits
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SOWK 295 - Independent Study
Credit and time arranged. May be repeated for credit.
1 to 4 credits
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SOWK 300 - To Denmark and Beyond: Child and Family Well-Being in Workfare and Welfare States
Students will explore ways in which welfare and workfare states contribute to the well-being of children and families. We will also examine the gaps in service delivery and resources in both settings. Course instruction is located at Whittier College in Whittier, CA and Metropolitan University School of Social Work in Copenhagen, DK.
Cross-listed with
4 credits
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SOWK 310 - Approaches to Social Research
Techniques for basic and applied social research. Research skills will be developed in the complementary use of informant interviews, observations, surveys, and documents in addressing theoretical issues in the social sciences and practical applications in fields such as social work, health care delivery, law, and business. Service Learning Course.
Pre-req: SOWK 240 or SOWK 241 , and one SOC 241 -SOC 245 course
Co-req: SOWK 310L
4 credits
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SOWK 310L - Approaches to Social Research Lab
Co-req: SOWK 310
0 credits
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SOWK 340 - Social Work Practice I: Working with Individuals & Families
This course is designed to provide a foundation in social work practice theory, skills and professional social work ethics. Because generalist social work practitioners need to respond to a wide variety of problem situations, students learn to apply the generalist practice model within a framework that includes social and economic justice, empowerment, strengths and eco-systems perspectives. Emphasis is given to practice with evidence-based interventions according to client needs. We attend to culture, environmental. technological and other factors in addressing needs of individuals and families. Social work ethics, values, prevention interventions that enhance client capacities, practice evaluation, and partnering with people who have diverse needs are major dimensions of the course.
Pre-req: SOWK 240 or SOWK 241
3 credits
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SOWK 343 - Social Work Practice II: Working with Groups
This course examines generalist practice with various forms of groups, while acknowledging personal and group strengths, capacities and resources. Students learn to apply the generalist practice model to groups, including task groups and intervention groups, examine empirically based interventions, and evaluate the effectiveness of their own ethical practice with people who share diverse and different identities.
Pre-req: SOWK 240 or SOWK 241
3 credits
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SOWK 363 - Social Work Practice III: Working with Communities & Organizations
This course explores generalist social work practice with communities and organizations and introduces practical approaches to taking action. The course examines issues of influence and power in various forms of community and the role of political, economic, social, and religious organizations in limiting and/or enhancing individual and group well-being and freedom. Students are introduced to the theoretical and practical knowledge, skills, and values required for macro social work practice (community organizing, planning, policy, administration and creating change in global contexts).
Pre-req: SOWK 240 or SOWK 241
3 credits
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SOWK 364 - Social Welfare Policy & Services
Students examine the history of social work, the history and current structure of social services, and the role that social policy plays in service delivery. Students learn to analyze social policies that effect local, national and global social welfare issues and research that relates to competent social service delivery. The course also focuses on strategies that advocate for policy consistent with social work values and skills and that prepare students to work within economic, political and organizational systems.
3 credits
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SOWK 373 - Human Behavior & the Social Environment
This course examines the reciprocal relationships between human behavior and social environments and the frameworks that guide generalist social work practice. Students analyze theories and other sources of knowledge that address the interactions between and among individuals, groups, organizations, communities, and economic systems that enhance or deter human well-being. This includes theories of biological, cultural, psychological, and spiritual development throughout the human life span.
Pre-req: Instructor permission
Co-req: PSYC 222
Cross-listed with SOC 328
3 credits
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SOWK 386 - The Welfare of Children
Students explore the diverse needs and issues related to child welfare systems of care. The course provides an overview of relevant knowledge, theories, ethics, values, skills, and social policies related to competently working with children and their families. Students partner with children in a community based setting, applying professional skills, ethics, and practice knowledge.
Pre-req: Instructor permission
3 credits
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SOWK 390 - Selected Topics
May be repeated for credit
1 to 4 credits
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SOWK 395 - Independent Study
Credit and time arranged. May be repeated for credit.
1 to 4 credits
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SOWK 408 - Integrative Seminar
Students will asses their attainment of the Social Work Program Objectives, which are derived from the CSWE Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards. Students will also examine and define the contributions that the liberal education curriculum, co-curricular activities and other life experiences have enhanced their development as a social work major. This analysis is presented in the format of an Integrative Portfolio, and includes a paper in the major to be presented to social work colleagues and professionals.
Pre-req: Senior Standing and SOWK/SOC major
3 credits
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SOWK 412 - Social Work Practicum & Seminar I
The practicum and required seminar (2 - 2.5 hours per week) is designed to help students apply and integrate knowledge, values and skills necessary for beginning professional practice and evaluate their own practice and professional development. Service Learning Course.
Pre-req: SOWK 240 or SOWK 241
Co-req: SOWK 412L
4 credits
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SOWK 412L - Social Work Practicum & Seminar I Lab
Co-req: SOWK 412
0 credits
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SOWK 413 - Social Work Practicum & Seminar II
Advanced level internships in community agencies (usually a continuation at the same placement agency as SOWK 412 ). Structured learning opportunities that enable students to compare and evaluate practice experiences, integrate classroom knowledge, and engage in self-assessment of their own professional development. Two full days (16 hours per week) and required seminar, 2 hours per week. Service Learning Course.
Pre-req: SOWK 412
Co-req: SOWK 413L
3 credits
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SOWK 413L - Social Work Practicum & Seminar II Lab
Co-req: SOWK 413
0 credits
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SOWK 414 - Social Work Practicum & Seminar III
Continuation of SOWK 412 and SOWK 413 . Practicum, two full days (16 hours per week) and required seminar, 2 or 2.5 hours per week. Students conduct a research based evaluation and examine the effectiveness of client interventions. Service Learning Course.
Pre-req: SOWK 413
Co-req: SOWK 414L
4 credits
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SOWK 414L - Social Work Practicum & Seminar III Lab
Co-req: SOWK 414
0 credits
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SOWK 490 - Selected Topics
May be repeated for credit
1 to 4 credits
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SOWK 495 - Independent Study
Credit and time arranged. May be repeated for credit.
1 to 4 credits
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Spanish |
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SPAN 100 - Introduction to U.S. Latino Studies
Comparison of linguistic, historical and cultural backgrounds of various Latino communities in the U.S. through fiction, non-fiction, music, and other forms of popular culture.
3 credits
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SPAN 120 - Elementary Spanish I
Students are introduced to the basic principles necessary to carry out written and oral communication. Emphasis will be placed on developing the ability to use the language creatively to talk about oneself and to deal with daily situations within the Hispanic cultural context. Four hours of class, one hour of lab. Presupposes no previous study of Spanish. Not open to students who have completed more than two years of high school Spanish nor to Native Speakers. Not open to students who have successfully completed a higher level Spanish language class
4 credits
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SPAN 121 - Elementary Spanish II
Continuation of SPAN 120 . Basic grammar, conversation, composition and readings. Four hours of class, one hour of lab. Not open to students who have completed more than three years of high school Spanish, nor Native Speakers. Not open to students who have successfully completed a higher level Spanish language class.
Pre-req: SPAN 120 or a score of 1 or higher on the Spanish Placement Exam
4 credits
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SPAN 122 - Spanish for High Beginners
A course designed for students who have studied Spanish before but who want a comprehensive review course. As a fast-moving, intensive course focus is on learning strategies for reading, writing, and communicating in Spanish. Not open to students who have successfully completed a higher level Spanish language class.
Pre-req: SPAN 120 or a score of 2 or higher on the Spanish Placement Exam
3 credits
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SPAN 190 - Selected Topics
May be repeated for credit
1 to 4 credits
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SPAN 210 - Masterpieces from the Middle Ages to the Baroque
Representative literary works of the Medieval, Renaissance and Baroque in both Spain and Latin America. Poetic and narrative texts, in their entirety, are read for their literary, cultural and historical value.
3 credits
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SPAN 220 - Intermediate Spanish I
A continuation of 120,121, this class further develops the students’ ability to communicate in Spanish, both orally and in writing. Students will speak, read, and write about such topics as advice, opinions, and hypothetical situations, while at the same time gaining insights into the culture of the Hispanic world. While grammar is reviewed, this course does require a good foundation in the basic principles. Three hours of class, one hour of lab. Not open to students who have successfully completed a higher level Spanish language class.
Pre-req: SPAN 121 or 122 or a score of 3 or higher on the Spanish Placement Exam
3 credits
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SPAN 221 - Intermediate Spanish II
Continuation of SPAN 220 . Review of grammar and extensive practice in conversation, writing and reading of selected texts as well as viewing of videos on Hispanic life and culture. Three hours of class, one hour of lab. Not open to students who have successfully completed a higher level Spanish language class.
Pre-req: SPAN 220 or a score of 4 or higher on the Spanish Placement Exam
3 credits
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SPAN 222 - Spanish for Heritage Speakers
A course designed for Spanish speakers who demonstrate an ability to understand and produce Spanish but who lack significant previous formal instruction in the language. This course hones in on students’ existing language skills and aims to expand the knowledge base and develop reading and formal/academic writing skills.
Pre-req: Score of 5 or higher on the Spanish Placement Exam
3 credits
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SPAN 225 - Latino Literature & Cultural Production
This course surveys the works of U.S. Latino authors and analyzes how artists across genres, such as literature, film, performance art, non-fiction, and music represent their cultures and respond creatively to the socio-historical development of their communities. While this course is taught in English, some previous knowledge of Spanish is helpful.
3 credits
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SPAN 230 - Spanish Conversation
This course is conducted in Spanish and engages students in conversation in a variety of formats toward further developing oral proficiency and vocabulary. Readings, Internet surfing, TV or other viewings on topics of current interest done outside of class serve as the basis for general class discussions through practice in different types of discourse, including narration, description, critical commentary, debate, and dramatic dialogue. Some of the time will be devoted to developing conversational strategies, and much importance will be given to interaction in the classroom. Small group work, emphasis on natural language, and the use of authentic materials (including readings and films) will be among the instructional techniques used.
Pre-req: or or a score of 6 or higher on the Spanish Placement Exam
3 credits
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SPAN 270 - Latin American Voices 20th Century
Critical study of selected contemporary Spanish-American texts in light of current modes of writing and interpretation. This course will delineate the major patterns of formal and thematic development within the history of Latin America letters as well as emphasize the analysis of structural and linguistic problems posed by the texts. this course will also explore such tendencies as realism, surrealism and “magic realism,” as well as works of social conscience, revolution and the national situation.
Pre-req: SPAN 355 or higher
Cross-listed with SPAN 310
3 credits
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SPAN 283 - Cinema in Latin America
This course examines Peninsular and Latin American cinematic production and introduces new critical approaches in film studies. For Latin America, the course usually incorporates recent films not previously distributed in the USA and focusing on global issues (drugs, sexuality, environment, youth culture, etc.). The course may organize materials from historical perspective, or focus on a selected period, theme or directors. Students taking this course will do all writing and reading assignments in English. This course is taught in English.
Cross-listed with SPAN 483
3 credits
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SPAN 283A - Cinema in Spain
This course examines Peninsular and Latin American cinematic production and introduces new critical approaches in film studies. The course may organize materials from historical perspective, or focus on a selected period, theme or directors. Students taking this course will do all writing and reading assignments in English. This course is taught in English.
Cross-listed with SPAN 483A
3 credits
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SPAN 290 - Selected Topics
May be repeated for credit
1 to 4 credits
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SPAN 295 - Independent Study
Credit and time arranged. May be repeated for credit.
1 to 4 credits
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SPAN 310 - Advanced Spanish Grammar & Composition
This course focuses on a theoretical and practical approach to Spanish grammar (phonology, morphology, syntax and semantics). Of equal importance is the development and improvement of formal writing skills required by academic standards, specifically those at the ACTFL Advanced level (description, narration, exposition, and argumentation).
Pre-req: SPAN 221 or a score of 7 or higher on the Spanish Placement Exam
Cross-listed with SPAN 270
3 credits
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SPAN 320 - Advanced Composition & Creative Writing
This course emphasizes the development of creative writing skills, vocabulary expansion, and review of grammatical structures. Focus is on creative written expression on themes related to the cultures of the Spanish-speaking world. Students develop strategies and skills needed to write on topics through practice of different types of discourse, including narration, poetry, drama, critical commentary and theoretical essays.
Pre-req: SPAN 310 or a score of 8 or higher on the Spanish Placement Exam
3 credits
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SPAN 325 - Conversation on Hispanic Culture
A study of Hispanic culture from its origins to the present. A study of the diversity of Hispanic civilization, this course will examine Hispanic societies through significant areas of cultural expression, including literature, visual arts, music, and film. Conducted entirely in Spanish.
Pre-req: SPAN 310 or higher or a score of 8 or higher on the Spanish Placement Exam
3 credits
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SPAN 355 - Introduction to Peninsular/Latin American Literature I
A survey of the most representative texts of writers of prose, poetry, and theater within the contexts of literary and sociohistorical interpretations. This course surveys the major authors and includes close readings of representative selections from 1100 to 1700, with attention to the development of literary genres in the context of the changing cultures of Spain and Latin America. Conducted entirely in Spanish with class discussions and extensive practice writing commentaries on texts. Designed for Spanish majors and minors. May be taken out of sequence.
Pre-req: SPAN 310 or a score of 9 on the Spanish Placement Exam
3 credits
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SPAN 356 - Introduction to Latin American/Peninsular Literature II
This course studies trends and developments in major literary works from 1700 to the present day in both the Peninsula and Latin America. Conducted entirely in Spanish with class discussions and extensive practice writing commentaries on texts. Designed for Spanish majors and minors. May be taken out of sequence.
Pre-req: SPAN 310 or a score of 9 on the Spanish Placement Exam
3 credits
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SPAN 360 - Workshop in Latin American Performance
An experiential class in which students explore their bodies and minds in order to explore the difficulties involved in staging a text (poem, play, short story). While students practice Spanish during rehearsals, they also explore Latin America perspectives and techniques production (from acting to performance).
Pre-req: SPAN 221 , SPAN 222 , SPAN 230 or a score of 5 or higher on the Spanish Placement Exam
3 credits
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SPAN 390 - Selected Topics
May be repeated for credit
1 to 4 credits
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SPAN 395 - Independent Study
Credit and time arranged. May be repeated for credit.
1 to 4 credits
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SPAN 410 - Masterpieces from the Middle Ages to the Baroque
Representative literary works of the Medieval, Renaissance and Baroque in both Spain and Latin America. Poetic and narrative texts, in their entirety, are read for their literary, cultural and historical value.
Pre-req: SPAN 355 or SPAN 356
3 credits
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SPAN 420 - New World & Spanish Colonial Literature
Selections from major genres of the precolonial and colonial periods (1100-1810) produced by authors in Spain and Latin America: indigenous codies, the chronicle of the Encounter and Conquest, lyric and epic poetry, colonial theater, pre-independence writing, etc. Among the themes examined are: utopian images of the New World, the Hispanic “rewriting” of indigenous cultures, and the emergence of the mestizo identity in literature and political essays.
Pre-req: SPAN 355 or SPAN 356
3 credits
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SPAN 430 - Spanish Peninsular Theater
This course introduces the students to the historical, sociological and dramatic developments of Spanish Peninsular Theater from the Middle Ages to most recent productions, focusing specifically on how genre and sub-genres are linked directly to social changes and political transformation in each period.
Pre-req: SPAN 355 or SPAN 356
3 credits
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SPAN 440 - Latin American Theater
This course traces the development of Latin American theater from the precolonial period to the New Popular Theater. It will focus on several problematic subjects, such as geographic parameters, themes and major trends in dramatic theory, and economic and political structures in the process of production. Detailed consideration is given to contact between languages, Native American, European and African traditions, as well as influences of experimental theater and popular culture.
Pre-req: SPAN 355 or SPAN 356
3 credits
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SPAN 450 - Latin American Literature from Independence to Modernism
This course focuses on major authors in the period, emphasizing those genres developed in the postcolonial cultural context. Literary and sociopolitical trends and cultural images and characteristics from early 19th century to early 20th century are critically examined. The course also includes the impact of Latin American writing on the literature in Spain, especially on Peninsular Modernism.
Pre-req: SPAN 355 or SPAN 356
3 credits
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SPAN 460 - Spanish Voices: The Twentieth Century
From the turn of the century to our present time, Spanish literature has enjoyed an artistic explosion, the likes of which has not been seen since the Golden Age. A profusion of literary movements - including the Generation of ‘98, modernism and avant-garde - reflected the creative vibrancy of the nation even as it slipped into political and social chaos. Major works of prose, poetry and theater are analyzed for their literary innovativeness and relationship to ideological trends and social reality in contemporary Spanish letters.
Pre-req: SPAN 355 or SPAN 356
3 credits
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SPAN 470 - Latin American Voices: The Twentieth Century
Critical study of selected contemporary Spanish-American texts in light of current modes of writing and interpretation. This course will delineate the major patterns of formal and thematic development within the history of Latin America letters as well as emphasize the analysis of structural and linguistic problems posed by the texts. This course will also explore such tendencies as realism, surrealism and “magic realism,” as well as works of social conscience, revolution and the national situation.
Pre-req: SPAN 355 or SPAN 356
3 credits
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SPAN 480 - Major Hispanic Authors
Intensive study of the works of the most distinguished authors in the Spanish language. Authors will vary according to instructor’s expertise.
Pre-req: SPAN 355 or SPAN 356
3 credits
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SPAN 482 - Literary Criticism & the Essay Tradition
Major approaches to the history of Spanish literary “ensayos” in Spain and Latin America. This course explores the imaginary of Nation and Identities, the cultural and political debates in sciences and cultures. The course also focuses on the construction of literary criticism in Spanish and translations of main trends on contemporary criticism.
Pre-req: SPAN 355 or SPAN 356
3 credits
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SPAN 483 - Cinema in Latin America
This course examines Peninsular and Latin American cinematic production and introduces new critical approaches in film studies. For Latin America, the course usually incorporates recent films not previously distributed in the USA and focusing on global issues (drugs, sexuality, environment, youth culture, etc.). The course may organize materials from a historical perspective, or focus on a selected period, theme or directors.
Pre-req: SPAN 355 or SPAN 356
Cross-listed with SPAN 283
3 credits
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SPAN 483A - Cinema in Spain
This course examines Peninsular and Latin American cinematic production and introduces new critical approaches in film studies. The course may organize materials from a historical perspective, or focus on a selected period, theme or directors.
Pre-req: SPAN 355 or SPAN 356
Cross-listed with SPAN 283A
3 credits
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SPAN 484 - Women Voices in Hispanic World
This course explores Peninsular, Latin American, and Latino women voices, whether writers, political activists or in popular culture. Depending on professor’s expertise, will be developed as a survey by examining literary or non-literary texts from historical periods, or organized as a seminar focusing on selected texts produced by a particular group of authors or in a specific nations or communities.
Pre-req: SPAN 355 or higher
3 credits
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SPAN 485 - Subaltern Voices, Diversity & Marginalization
This course explores literature and cultural production in Spain, Latin America and Hispanic American works from diverse theoretical approaches: feminism, cultural theory, subaltern status, and gay and lesbian studies. Students will examine how texts redefine literary forms when writing confronts the process of empowerment of minorities through racial, ethnic, and textual terms.
Pre-req: SPAN 355 or SPAN 356
3 credits
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SPAN 490 - Selected Topics
May be repeated for credit
1 to 4 credits
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SPAN 495 - Independent Study
Credit and time arranged. May be repeated for credit.
1 to 4 credits
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SPAN 499 - Senior Presentation
Capstone presentation required of all majors upon completion of a 400 level seminar course. Offered spring term only
0 to 1 credits
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Theatre |
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THEA 004 - Pilates
Based on the work of Joseph Pilates, this course focuses on body awareness through a series of specific exercises that simultaneously strengthen and stretch the body. The Pilates Method encourages a mind and body partnership, establishing inner balance, physical economy and grace. Previous exposure to Pilates is not necessary. May be repeated up to 4 times for credit
Cross-listed with KNS 004
1 credits
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THEA 050 - Theatre Practicum
Participation in two major productions, either as an actor or as a member of the stage crew. Actors must audition and are cast by the director of each production. Possible stage crew assignments include scenery construction and painting, properties preparation, stage lighting preparation, costume construction, sound recording, and serving on backstage crews during rehearsals and performances. Enrolled students should contact the instructor at the very beginning of the semester to arrange their production assignments. May be repeated up to 5 credits
1 credits
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THEA 070 - Actor’s Lab
An actor and director workshop. Student actors rehearse and perform scenes in conjunction with THEA 315 and THEA 415 student directors. May be repeated for additional credit
0 to 2 credits
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THEA 101 - Essentials of Public Speaking
Theory and practice of the fundamental principles of public speaking. Empowers speakers with positive preparation techniques. Focuses on speaker confidence, body language, breathing, clarity of message and connection with audience during delivery.
3 credits
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THEA 110 - Introduction to Acting
Impulse to action-introduces the student to ideas on/about performance. This introductory course focuses on fundamental stage techniques for the actor; stage geography, body positions, motivated action, timing, stage business, analysis of the script/role, and conditioning. Principles from the teachings of Spolin, Stanislavski, Laban, Bogart, Benedetti, and more will be used for both scene and monologue study.
3 credits
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THEA 170 - Fundamentals of Cinema
This course provides a survey of the history and criticism of the cinema. It provides an introduction to the aesthetic and language of film. It also understands film as an artistic expression, an economic product, and a social text. Lectures and discussions are supplemented by class screenings.
Cross-listed with FILM 170
3 credits
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THEA 190 - Selected Topics
May be repeated for credit
1 to 4 credits
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THEA 210 - Scene & Monologue Study
Advanced scene and monologue study exploring movement, improvisation, and techniques of building character. Includes Shakespeare and contemporary play analyses, laboratory performances and physical exercises geared to connect the actor to the text.
Pre-req: THEA 110
3 credits
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THEA 220 - Voice & Movement for the Actor
Drawing on various developmental techniques, including Linklater, Berry, Spolin, and Feldenkrais, this course utilizes the classroom as a laboratory exploring voice and movement for the stage.
3 credits
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THEA 230 - Improvisation
Improvisation is a workshop-based performance laboratory course exploring several dimensions of theatrical self-expression through improvised exercises and situations. This course employs lecture, discussion and performance activities to raise awareness and proficiency in improvisational techniques through dramatic interaction involving imagination and creativity.
Pre-req: THEA 110
3 credits
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THEA 240 - Introduction to Design & Technology
An introduction to design and technology for the theatre arts. Most of the course focuses on three design specialties: scenery, lighting, and costumes for theatre, with some additional attention given to design for film and television. Concurrent enrollment required in THEA 240L , the laboratory component of this course, which will be arranged by the instructor on an individual student basis (usually 2 hours per week). Through the laboratory component, students will participate in the construction of scenery and properties for two productions during the semester.
Co-req: THEA 240L
3 credits
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THEA 240L - Introduction to Design & Technology Lab
Co-req: THEA 240
0 credits
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THEA 245 - Drawing & Drafting for the Theatre
A thorough introduction to drawing and drafting techniques for design and technical production in the theatre, including some use of computer-aided design (CAD). May include a laboratory component for major productions.
3 credits
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THEA 246 - Painting for the Theatre
An introduction to the study and practice of both scene painting for the theatre and the use of water-based painting media in creating scenic and costume design renderings and scene painter’s elevations. The course may include a laboratory component for major productions. Laboratory fee.
3 credits
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THEA 250 - Documentary Film Movements & Genres
Will take an in-depth look at specific movements and genres within documentary cinema. The subject matter will vary from semester to semester as in its narrative film equivalents, FILM 270 and FILM 275 . Movements examined can include cinema verite, performative, and digital/animated documentary films, for example. Genres can include ethnographic, historical, science & nature, and social documentaries focusing on specific topics such as health and wellness, race relations, environmental issues, gender discrimination, politics, media, etc. Lectures and discussions are supplemented by class screenings.
Cross-listed with FILM 250
3 credits
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THEA 260 - Chicano/Latino Theatre
Traces the contextual, thematic, and historical influences of Chicano/Latino theatre. Analysis of plays, performances, movements, and theatre troupes that express the experiences of the Chicano/Latino people.
3 credits
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THEA 270 - Film Genre
This course surveys the major films, filmmakers, themes, and issues of a major film genre. The genres will vary from semester to semester and during any given term, the genre might be the musical, gangster, western, film noir, or horror films. Lectures and discussions are supplemented by class screenings. May be repeated for credit
Cross-listed with FILM 270
3 to 4 credits
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THEA 272 - Play Analysis & Criticism
This course focuses on analysis and evaluation of plays in terms of their content, structure, and style. Emphasis on dramatic theory and the critical terms that are used to analyze particular plays and on the relationship between literary analysis and theatrical performance.
3 credits
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THEA 273 - Film Style
This course looks at the films of a particular film maker. It examines the formal, thematic, and cultural significance of his or her work.
Cross-listed with FILM 273
3 credits
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THEA 275 - Film Movements
This course explores the major films, filmmakers, themes, and issues of a particular critical fashion or period in the history of cinema. During one term, the course may, for example, cover the Hollywood Renaissance, Italian Neo-Realism, or French New Wave. As in THEA 270 , the subject matter will vary from term to term. Lectures and discussions are supplemented by class screenings. May be repeated for credit
Cross-listed with FILM 275
4 credits
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THEA 285 - Documentary Cinema
A survey of the history, aesthetics, and theory of the documentary film/video tradition. Lectures and discussions are supplemented by class screenings.
Pre-req: Sophomore standing
Cross-listed with FILM 285
3 credits
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THEA 290 - Selected Topics
May be repeated for credit
1 to 4 credits
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THEA 295 - Independent Study
Credit and time arranged. May be repeated for credit.
1 to 4 credits
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THEA 303 - Ways of Knowing: Exploring the City of Angels
As an expansive team-taught course with faculty, and guest artists from various disciplines including: business, education, environmental studies, history, mathematics, music, political science, psychology, and theatre, students will be immersed in understanding topics and theories from multi-disciplinary perspectives. Specifically students will compare and contrast form, function, audience, intention, and meaning through multiple disciplines and forms of artistic expression; grasping how different disciplines approach a similar experience is central to this class. At its core, this course is steeped in the theory of multiple intelligences posited by Howard Gardner in ‘Frames on Mind’. Classes are designed to be experiential in nature and will incorporate discussions, lectures, film screenings, workshops, visiting guest artists, and excursions to various museums and live performances in the Greater Los Angeles area.
Pre-req: Junior standing or above
6 to 8 credits
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THEA 305 - Screenwriting
An introduction to writing aspects for films, including artistic and professional aspects of the trade. Workshops, readings, and writing exercises will lead toward a full-length screenplay.
Pre-req: ENGL 110 , ENGL 120 , ENGL 220 , or ENGL 221
3 credits
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THEA 310 - Styles of Acting & Performance
Focuses on a specific style or genre of acting and/or performance such as commedia dell’arte, Comedy of Manners, Farce, Epic Theatre, Realism, Greek, Pinter, Mamet, Shakespeare, Chekhov, Artaud, Grotowski, and more.
Pre-req: THEA 110
3 credits
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THEA 315 - Fundamentals of Stage Direction
Introduces students to principles, procedures, and practice of stage directions; script selection, analysis, casting, assembly of a director’s prompt book, research and rehearsal problems and strategies.
Pre-req: THEA 110 and THEA 240 and Junior standing or above
3 credits
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THEA 320 - Introduction to Video Production
Scripting, videography, audio, and editing are among the procedures and principles covered in the students’ planning, producing, and evaluating video projects.
Pre-req: Instructor permission
Cross-listed with FILM 320
3 credits
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THEA 330 - Playwriting
General analysis of dramatic structure and of student-written scenes culminates in completion of a one-act play.
3 credits
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