Introduction to conversation, reading, grammar, and composition. Development of oral/aural skills. Particular emphasis on contemporary culture and social customs in the French-speaking countries. An audiovisual program to develop phonological skills is a component of this course. Offered fall semester only. No prerequisite.

Continuation of French 101. Offered spring semester only. Prerequisite: FR 101 or two years of high school French, or consent of instructor.

This course is intended as reinforcement of the 5 skills learned in FR 102: speaking, listening, reading, writing and culture. Offered fall semester only. Prerequisite: FR 102 or 3 years of high school French with B or better.

This course is the continuation of FR 201. Offered spring semester only. Prerequisite: FR 201 or consent of the instructor.

Vocabulary expansion, stressing everyday practical usage. Development of oral/aural skills in conversations on cross-cultural topics. Stress on traditions and current political/social developments in French-speaking countries. Use of magazines, newspapers, and other topical materials as basis for conversation. Prerequisite: FR 202 or three years of high school French, or consent of instructor.

Directed study. May be repeated. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.

Students who are planning to study in a French speaking country should enroll under this number after consultation with their major advisor. Prerequisite: 1st year university-level French (FR 101/FR 102) or equivalent.

Students who plan to study French in a French speaking country in a program led by a faculty member at Washburn should enroll in this class. Prerequisite: Consent of Faculty Group Leader.

This course is an introduction to contemporary France. We will study France through its regions, its politics, and its relations with Europe and the United States. We will look at the different institutions that participate in the construction of identities in France, as well as moments when individuals or groups “disidentify” with the nation. THIS COURSE IS TAUGHT IN ENGLISH. French majors may enroll in this course and use it as an elective if they do not have FR 308 and FR 309.

This course introduces students to some of the most important French speaking thinkers (writers, poets, and film directors). An emphasis on historical and cultural context will provide students with a better understanding of literary texts and culture. Each course is organized around one theme or question subject to change. Students will enhance their skill of analyzing narrative [literature, films] and gain an understanding of historical and cultural aspects in the modern French-speaking world. Students will work on producing good academic prose, clear and concise essays on novels, plays, poems, films and/or theoretical works studied in class. Selected films in French will be shown with English subtitles. Class will be conducted in English and it is only valid for the major in the language as a correlated course. Prerequisite: Sophomore Standing or Consent of Instructor.

This class is taught in English and is intended for students who have an interest in French literature and French cinema. This course will include films which are adopted from novels or short stories and students will examine the influence of literature on films. The texts will be translated from the French and the films will be subtitled. No knowledge of French is necessary. French majors may enroll in this course and use it as an elective if they do not have FR 307 and FR 308.

Comprehensive review of French Grammar with emphasis on the development of free composition. Stress on grammatical accuracy, clarity, and the appropriate use of idioms and syntax. Offered fall semester only. Prerequisite: FR 202 or consent of the instructor.

Development of grammatical accuracy and proficiency in composition. Use of readings to illustrate grammatical points and form the basis for composition and discussion. Offered spring semester only. Prerequisite: FR 311 or consent of the instructor.

French-English and English-French translation of a variety of texts. Focus on techniques of translation and improving French grammar, syntax and idioms. Prerequisite: FR 312 or consent of instructor.

A systematic study of France from its beginning to the present from a historical and social perspective. Prerequisite: FR 312 or consent of instructor

Readings from contemporary sources, including magazines and newspapers for discussion and composition. Prerequisite: FR 312 or consent of instructor.

Analysis of selected texts from various genres, poetry, theatre and novels. Emphasis on Explication de textes. Prerequisite: FR 312 or consent of instructor.

FR 351 introduces students to a sampling of chefs-d'oeuvre of literature from France and the Francophone world. In this survey course, we study French literature from its beginnings as a Romance language and its development during the Middle Ages up to the present. We analyze selected texts of canonical literature from various genres, including poetry, plays,novels, and short stories. Some of the texts will be read in their entirety, some in excerpts.We will study these literary texts in relation to literary, social, political, and economic trends and the historical changes that shape these trends. Prerequisite: FR312 or consent of instructor.

Directed study. May be repeated. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.

Students who are planning to study in a French speaking country should enroll under this number after consultation with their major advisor. Prerequisite: 2nd year university-level French (FR 201/FR 202) or equivalent.

Students who plan to study French in a French speaking country in a program led by a faculty member at Washburn should enroll in this class. Prerequisite: Consent of Faculty Group Leader.

Study of individual authors or literary topics. May be repeated. See chairperson and/or schedule for current offerings. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.

A major research project culminating in a thesis which deals with a literary topic, or other topics as approved by the thesis director. May be presented to the departmental faculty for consideration for departmental honors. Prerequisite: Senior standing.

Introduction to conversation, reading, grammar, and composition. Development of oral/aural skills. Particular emphasis on contemporary culture and social customs in the Spanish-speaking world. An audiovisual program to develop phonological skills is a component of this course. No prerequisite.

Continuation of Spanish 101. Prerequisite: SP 101 or two years of high school Spanish, or consent of instructor.

This course is intended as reinforcement of the 5 skills learned in SP 102: speaking, listening, reading, writing and culture. Offered fall semester only. Prerequisite: SP 102 or 3 years of high school Spanish with B or better.

This course is the continuation of SP 201. Offered spring semester only. Prerequisite: SP 201 or consent of the instructor.

Development of oral skills with emphasis on practical vocabulary. Use of magazines, newspapers, and other topical materials as basis for conversation. Offered fall semester only. Prerequisite: SP 202 or two years of high school Spanish, or consent of instructor.

This is a course designed for heritage speakers of Spanish, that is, those individuals with oral proficiency but no formal training in the language. In this course we build on the language skills these student possess, focusing on developing their vocabulary, writing skills, and grammar accuracy though activities related to the Latino communities in the U.S. and the Hispanic world. Prerequisite: Heritage speaker (consult with the instructor).

Directed study. May be repeated. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.

Students who are planning to study in a Spanish speaking country should enroll under this number after consultation with their major advisor. Prerequisite: 1 year of university-level Spanish (SP 101/SP 102) or equivalent.

Students who plan to study Spanish in a Spanish speaking country in a program led by a faculty member at Washburn should enroll in this class. Prerequisite: Consent of Faculty Group Leader.

This course explores the diversity and complexity of the Spanish-speaking world through its geography, history, politics, and cultural manifestations. Through the study of different media, the course examines how culture interprets and shapes the identity of Hispanic countries. THIS COURSE IS TAUGHT IN ENGLISH. Spanish majors may enroll in this course and use it as an elective if not counting SP 308. Prerequisite: Sophomore status.

This course introduces students to some of the most important Hispanic speaking thinkers (writers, poets, and film directors). An emphasis on the historical and cultural context will provide students with a better understanding of literary texts and culture. Each course is organized around one theme or question subject to change. Students will enhance their skill of analyzing narrative [literature, films] and gain an understanding of historical and cultural aspects in the modern Spanish-speaking world. Students will work on producing good academic prose, clear and concise essays on novels, plays, poems, films and/or theoretical works studied in class. Selected films in Spanish will be shown with English subtitles. Class will be conducted in English and it is only valid for the major in the language as a correlated course. Prerequisite: Sophomore Standing or Consent of Instructor.

Comprehensive review of Spanish grammar with emphasis on the development of free composition. Grammatical accuracy, clarity, and the appropriate use of idioms and syntax are stressed. Offered fall semester only. Prerequisite: SP 202 or consent of instructor.

Development of grammatical accuracy and proficiency in composition. Use of readings to illustrate grammatical points and form the basis for composition and discussion. Offered spring semester only. Prerequisite: SP 311 or consent of instructor.

Spanish-English and English-Spanish translation of a variety of texts. Focus on techniques of translation and improving Spanish grammar, syntax and idioms. Prerequisite: SP 311 or consent of instructor.

Oral and written treatment of geography, history, art, economy, and customs in order to understand present conditions in this country. Use of multimedia resources. Prerequisite: SP 312 or consent of instructor.

Oral and written treatment of geography, history, art, economy, and customs in order to understand present conditions in this area of the world. Use of multimedia resources. Prerequisite: SP 312 or consent of instructor.

Intensive readings in modern Hispanic literature to give students critical methods for dealing with Hispanic literary genres. Prerequisite: SP 312 or consent of instructor.

SP 351 is an introduction to the world of Spanish Peninsular literature, from its origins in the Middle Ages to the present. The course has two main objectives: On the one hand it presents the necessary elements so that the student can understand and analyze a literary work, and on the other, to present the student with a series of works, generally from the established canon, of different genres. Prerequisite: SP 312 or consent of instructor.

This is a survey course of Latin American literature from its beginnings to the present. The course offers a general view of the history and literary movements of literature in this region of the world, along with readings and discussion of unabridged novels, short stories, poems and plays by Latin American authors from pre-Hispanic times to the present. Prerequisite: SP 312 or consent of the instructor.

Directed study. May be repeated. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.

This course is an introductory survey of the history of Hispanic film, and how film reflects and shapes Hispanic history, culture, and society. The course can focus on a particular Spanish-speaking country. Special attention will be paid to the study of significant movies, stars and directors, as well as the basics of critical language needed to talk and write about a film. Prerequisite: SP 312 or consent of instructor.

Students who are planning to study in a Spanish speaking country should enroll under this number after consultation with their major advisor. Prerequisite: 2nd year of university-level Spanish (SP 201/SP 202) or equivalent.

Students who plan to study Spanish in a Spanish speaking country in a program led by a faculty member at Washburn should enroll in this class. Prerequisite: Consent of Faculty Group Leader.

Study of individual authors or literary topics. May be repeated. See chairperson and/or schedule for current offerings. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.

A major research project culminating in a thesis which deals with a literary topic, or other topics as approved by the thesis director. May be presented to the departmental faculty for consideration for departmental honors. Prerequisite: Senior standing.

Custom designed curriculum for elementary-level training in foreign language.

Introduction to conversation, reading, grammar and composition in foreign languages not regularly offered. Development of aural/oral skills and emphasis on contemporary culture and social customs of the language area.

Continuation of FL 101. Prerequisite: FL 101 or consent of instructor.

Students who are planning to study abroad in a country whose language is not offered in a Washburn University program must use this course to transfer their credits.

Continuation in the specified topic of FL 100. Prerequisite: FL 100.

This course is intended as reinforcement of the 5 skills learned in FL 102: speaking, listening, reading, writing, and culture. This course is the continuation of FL 102.

This course is the continuation of FL 201.

Vocabulary expansion, stressing everyday practical usage. Development of oral/aural skills on cross-cultural topics. Stress on tradition and current political/social developments. May be repeated for credit when the language studied is different. Prerequisite Consent of Instructor.

Development of oral/aural proficiency through the reading of short literary works as a basis for discussion. Comparison between materials read and life patterns in order to understand a different cultural heritage. May be repeated for credit when the language studied is different. Prerequisite FL 207

Students who are planning to study abroad in a country whose language is not offered in a Washburn University program must use this course to transfer their credits back. Prerequisite: 1st year of college level coursework in the target language.

FL399 Special Topics in Foreign Literature or culture: Study of individual authors, literary and/or cultural topics. May be repeated. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.

Introduction to conversation, reading, writing, grammar and composition. Development of oral/aural skills. Particular emphasis on contemporary culture and social customs in Japan. A CD Rom program to develop phonological skills is a component of this course. Offered fall semester only. No prerequisite.

Continuation of Japanese I. Offered spring semester only. Prerequisite: JP 101 or consent of instructor.

This course is intended as reinforcement of the 5 skills learned in JP 102: speaking, listening, reading, writing and culture. This course is the continuation of JP 102.

This course is a continuation of JP 201.

Introduction to conversation, reading, grammar, and composition. Development of oral/aural skills. Particular emphasis on contemporary culture and social customs in the German-speaking countries. An audiovisual program to develop phonological skills is a component of this course. Offered fall semester only. No prerequisite.

Continuation of German 101. Offered spring semester only. Prerequisite: GE 101 or two years of high school German, or consent of instructor.