How individuals of different backgrounds in pre-modern Japanese society conceived of themselves and their world. Begins in prehistoric times and ends with the development of an early modern state in the 17th century. Topics include the creation of a centralized state, the emperor and the aristocracy, the rise of the samurai, rebellion, religion, sexuality, and national seclusion.

A survey of the developing social, cultural and political world of Rome as the city assumed dominance in the Mediterranean. Achievements of the Roman state, plebeians and patricians, the Roman family and slavery; encounters with local cultures in North Africa, Gaul and the Greek East; problems of imperial expansion and social conflicts.

The purpose of this course is to provide curious students with a practical guide to the culture of German-speaking Europe from Teutonic barbarians to Teutonic rap. The main focus of this course will rest upon the interconnectedness of many diverse areas of German culture through the centuries (literature, art, philosophy, music, domestic culture, popular culture) and their relationship to contemporary life and society. Conducted in English. No previous knowledge of German culture or language required.

An introduction to spoken and written German, and to the culture and history of German-speaking people and countries. Emphasis on grammar and practical vocabulary for use in conversational practice, written exercises, and listening and reading comprehension. By the end of the year, students will be able to read short edited literary and journalistic texts as a basis for classroom discussion and to compose short written assignments.

Topics course. In this seminar, we will examine how societal challenges in 21st-century France have changed the way post-New Wave cinema is telling stories. Various cinematic genres will be examined, from Neo-Noir to animation movies. Weekly or bi-weekly film showings. Readings in film criticism and relevant fields.

Topics course. A survey of Francophone travel writing from the 16th to the 21st century. Students are exposed to a literary form that achieved popularity and cultural prestige early on, was then significantly challenged and diversified, and is presently enjoying a resurgence. We consider fictional and non-fictional accounts reflecting different geographies of travel and migration. While early voyagers tended to assert the relative superiority of French culture, subsequent generations of travelers abandoned discovery for self-discovery, and critiqued colonialism instead of indigenous cultures.

Topics course. From Paris to Fort-de-France, Montreal to Dakar, we will study how various filmmakers from the Francophone world present urban spaces as sites of conflict, solidarity, alienation and self-discovery. How do these portraits confirm or challenge the distinction between urban and non-urban? How does the image of the city shift for "insiders" and "outsiders"? Other topics to be discussed include immigration, colonialism and globalization. Works by Sembene Ousmane, Denys Arcand, Mweze Ngangura, and Euzhan Palcy. Offered in French.

In this class, we will take skills and insights gained in introductory production courses and develop them over the length of the semester through the creation of one short video project, 10 minutes long. Students may choose to work in documentary, fiction, or experimental modes, or some combination thereof. We will watch films each week, short and feature length, that introduce us to new ideas both in their content and in their form. Come to the first class with your idea in hand; we will hit the ground running with proposal and/or script writing the first week.

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

Theory and practice of sports medicine with emphasis on injury prevention, protection and rehabilitation. Prerequisite: 210 or the equivalent. Enrollment is limited.