Scandinavian Mythology

The evolution from primitive, shamanistic ritual to the sophisticated, multifaceted cosmology of the Vikings. Emphasis on the various aspects of mythology during the first millennium A.D. The myths and legends associated with members of the Nordic pantheon through written sources, archaeological evidence, and findings in the field of comparative mythology. Conducted in English. (Gen.Ed. AL)

Elementary Russian I

Beginning of four-skill language course. Russian spoken in class, grammar introduced gradually. Regular written assignments and language lab exercises to develop proficiency in all four language skills. No previous language experience required.

Russian Culture

General introduction to Russian culture; historical roots of contemporary Russian habits and ways of thinking. History, social ideas, government, literature, arts, architecture, cinema, education, etc., in selected historical periods; emphasis on 19th-century development. No knowledge of Russian required; course conducted in English. (Gen.Ed. I)
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