Sectioned course. An introduction to the Chinese martial art that was developed over 300 years ago. Emphasis will be on learning and understanding the unique movements of Chen Taijiquan, proper practice for health, and self-defense applications. No prerequisites. Enrollment limited to 20 per section.

Sectioned course. This course is designed to introduce the fundamentals of rock climbing to the beginner. It will emphasize smooth climbing technique as well as familiarity with the equipment, various knots, belaying and rappelling. Basic top-rope anchor building will also be covered. Safety issues will also be a strong emphasis in this course. The majority of class time will take place on the Ainsworth Gym Climbing Wall, but will also include two off-campus trips. Enrollment limited to 12.

Sectioned course. This course is designed to introduce the fundamentals of rock climbing to the beginner. It will emphasize smooth climbing technique as well as familiarity with the equipment, various knots, belaying and rappelling. Basic top-rope anchor building will also be covered. Safety issues will also be a strong emphasis in this course. The majority of class time will take place on the Ainsworth Gym Climbing Wall, but will also include two off-campus trips. Enrollment limited to 12.

The ultimate goal is to teach emergency medical care that will enable the student to a) recognize symptoms of illness and/or injuries; b) implement proper procedures; c) administer appropriate care; d) achieve and maintain proficiency in all skills; e) be responsible and behave in a professional manner; f) become certified in Community First Aid/AED and CPR for the Professional Rescuer. Enrollment limited to 10.

Topics course. In March of 2012, an initiative that rapidly gained strength was born in Buenos Aires. Recalling the familiar ?men at arms,? the newly created Women at Arts used artistic innovation to launch a debate over issues too often approached on an unequal footing. Mujeres de Artes Tomar dramatizes ideas and projects related to gender, and vivifies the role of women as creators.

A year-long course that introduces the basics of Modern Standard Arabic, this course concentrates on all four skills: speaking, listening, reading and writing. Beginning with the study of Arabic script and sound, students will complete the Georgetown text Alif Baa and finish Chapter 15 in Al Kitaab Book I by the end of the academic year. Students will acquire vocabulary and usage for everyday interactions as well as skills that will allow them to read and analyze a range of texts.

This course focuses upon interpretative approaches to performance pieces (texts, scores, improvisations, etc.) and how they may be realized and animated through characterization, composition, movement, rhythm, and style. Prerequisites: Acting I or FLS 280. Permission of instructor required. Enrollment limited to 12.

This course will discuss issues relevant to the theatre history and practices, as well as dramatic literature, theories, and criticism of 18th-, 19th-, and 20th-century United States of America, including African-American, Native American, Hispanic-American, Asian-American, and gay and feminist theatre and performance. Lectures, discussions, and presentations will be complemented by video screenings of recent productions of some of the plays under discussion.

This course will survey the history of theatre, drama and performance from the 18th century to the present. The main focus will be on the theatres of Europe and the United States and their relationship to their respective cultures. Non-western issues in regards to African, Australian, and South American theatres will also be discussed. Lectures and discussions will be complemented by video screenings of recent productions of some of the plays under consideration.

An introduction to the study of voice, exploring the connections between thought, feeling, and vocalization through exercises that strengthen and enhance an actor's (or speaker's) understanding and command of vocal expression. Enrollment limited to 15.