ST-Intro to Italian Linguistic

Course taught in Italian. Students in this course will become familiar with the main themes of historical linguistics in the study of Italian, including the language?s development from Latin, its evolution in the Middle Ages and its most characteristic idiosyncrasies. Special emphasis will be placed on phonology and on helping students to eliminate their English accents.

Introduction to Italian Lit II

The course will provide an overview of some of the major Italian literary works of the modern times, from the 1600s to contemporary times. It will specifically address the concept of "Modernity" in the literary field in relation with artistic and philosophical movements and with the social and cultural changes leading to the development of Italian contemporary culture. Two formal assignments, midterm, presentations and final paper. Course taught in Italian.

Language Suite Conversation

Thatcher House, by arrangement. First year Programs feature small classes or discussion sections of lecture classes taught in the residence halls. In order to participate, students must register for at least two residentially based courses in each of their first two semesters at the University. Honors Colloquium (ITALIAN HO1) available.
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