This course explores the ways in which philosophers and artists have imagined the links between language and the world. We read mostly pre-20th century theories of language—Plato’s Cratylus, St.

A study of the major writers and diverse literary traditions of modern Africa with emphasis on the historical, political and cultural contexts of the emergence of writing, reception and consumption. We pay particular attention to several questions: in what contexts did modern African literature emerge? Is the term “African literature” a useful category? How do African writers challenge Western representations of Africa? How do they articulate the crisis of independence and postcoloniality? How do women writers reshape our understanding of gender and the politics of resistance?

Topics course. May be repeated once with a different topic.: An examination of the rewritings and adaptations of the three iconic figures of Shakespeare’s The Tempest—Caliban the demi-devil savage other, Sycorax the devil-whore, and Miranda the virgin-goddess—by writers from different geographies, time periods and ideological persuasions. Using texts such as Aimé Césaire’s A Tempest, Rachel Ingalls’ Mrs.

Sectioned course.: This course teaches students the fundamentals of wilderness camping, outdoor living and travel. This includes, but is not limited to, principles of orienteering and navigation, backcountry camp craft, shelter building, backcountry camp craft, use of tents and tarp shelters, travel techniques in different regions and conditions, low-impact camping theories and fire building. It emphasizes traveling light-weight while practicing leave no trace (LNT) principles. Enrollment limit of 11.

Sectioned course.: This active course quickly reviews the fundamentals of rock climbing and top-rope anchor building, then proceeds to introduce more advanced skills with a greater emphasis on lead sport climbing and traditional gear placement. Safety issues remain a strong emphasis in this course. The majority of class time takes place off-campus at nearby cliffs. Prerequisite: Rock Climbing I or permission of the instructor. Enrollment limited to 8.

Sectioned course.: This course introduces the fundamentals of rock climbing to the beginner. It emphasizes smooth climbing technique as well as familiarity with the equipment, various knots, belaying and rappelling. Basic top-rope anchor building is also covered. Safety issues are a strong emphasis in this course. The majority of class time is spent on the Ainsworth Gym climbing wall, but also includes two off-campus trips. Enrollment limited to 12.

Sectioned course.: This course introduces the fundamentals of rock climbing to the beginner. It emphasizes smooth climbing technique as well as familiarity with the equipment, various knots, belaying and rappelling. Basic top-rope anchor building is also covered. Safety issues are a strong emphasis in this course. The majority of class time is spent on the Ainsworth Gym climbing wall, but also includes two off-campus trips. Enrollment limited to 12.

Sectioned course.: An introduction to solo and tandem canoeing. Students progress from flatwater lake paddling to river running in this outdoor adventure class. Students are also taught how to take a multi-day canoe trip and learn such touring skills as map reading, portaging, planning and camp cooking. Enrollment limited to 10.

Sectioned course.: This exciting course is an opportunity to experience the many activities that make up the world of Outdoor Adventure. While visiting many of our local natural areas, students may be introduced to rock climbing, kayaking, canoeing, mountain biking, orienteering and backcountry travel. Enrollment limited to 10.

Sectioned course.: An introduction to the game of golf. Taught from “green to tee,” this course teaches the basic mechanics of the swing as well as correct club selection. The initial focus of the course is directed to the “short game” and develops toward appropriate use of mid- and long irons, concluding with woods/metals. Applied rules of golf and etiquette are also addressed. Pending weather, field trip experience may be scheduled at the end of the term. Equipment is provided. Enrollment limited to 10 per section.