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REL 305 I - History of Christianity
3-0-3
An examination of the development of the ideas and institutions of Christianity from the first century to the present. Special attention will be given to the Reformation and post- Reformation roots of modern denominations.
PR: REL 101 , REL 103 , REL 202 , REL 207 , or CI.
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REL 310 - Second Temple Jewish Literature & the New Testament
3-0-3
A comparative introduction to the literature of the Second Temple Jewish Period (516 BCE - 70 CE), including the Apocrypha, Old Testament Pseudepigrapha, Dead Sea Scrolls, Josephus, and Philo, and its importance for interpreting the New Testament.
PR: REL 101 , REL 202
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REL 320 I - Seminar in Biblical Studies
3-0-3
Topical seminar on varying biblical issues. May be repeated for credit with different topics. May be offered as a writing-intensive (WI) section, depending on topic.
PR: REL 101 or REL 202 or CI.
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REL 325 - Seminar in Christian Studies
3-0-3
Topical seminar on various Christian studies issues (including Church History or Theology). May be repeated for credit with different topics. May be offered as a writing-intensive (WI) section, depending on topic.
PR: REL 103 or REL 207 .
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REL 326 - Seminar in World Religions
3-0-3
In-depth study of any single religion or group of religions related by historical or geographical affinities. May be repeated for credit with different topics.
PR: REL 100 or CI.
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REL 327 I - Science and Religion
3-0-3
This course represents an effort to correlate scientific and religious intellectual commitments. It focuses on ideas of divine action as the latter is relevant to “Big Bang” cosmology and the origin of the universe, Neo-Darwinism and the evolutionary development of the universe and chaos and complexity as traits of the universe at any point in its development.
PR: one course either in REL, PHI or any field of the natural sciences.
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REL 328 - Spiritual Traditions of Asia (Foundations F3a, b or c)
3-0-3
Study of Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism and Zen.
PR: REL 100 or CI.
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REL 329 - The Philosophy of C.S. Lewis
3-0-3
(Cross-listed with PHI 329 )
Examination of various philosophical themes in the writings of C.S. Lewis.
PR: Any REL or PHI Foundations course.
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REL 330 - Church and State
3-0-3
Role of religion in American politics, focusing on contemporary issues.
PR: one course in REL, PHI or GOV or CI.
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REL 331 - Christian Faith and Feminist Critique
3-0-3
This course explores feminist concerns regarding the Christian faith. It focuses on the work of feminists writing and participating within the Christian tradition and deals with such topics as language of Scripture, theology, and liturgy, biblical descriptions of the family, and the role of women in leadership positions (across denominations).
PR: REL 101 , REL 103 , REL 202 , REL 207 , or CI.
Term Typically Offered: variable
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REL 345 - Mysticism East and West
3-0-3
This course seeks to understand mysticism as a phenomenon common to all major religions. Through a careful exploration of mystical tradition from the East (particularly Hinduism) and West (particularly Christianity), the course investigates the impact of mysticism on theology, politics and cultural practice.
PR: any 100-level REL or CI.
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REL 355 I - Philosophy of Religion
3-0-3
(See PHI 355 I .) A variety of philosophical issues in religious thought, including religious symbolism, the existence of God and the immortality of the soul.
PR: one course either in REL or PHI.
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REL 358 - Bioethics
3-0-3
(See PHI 358 .) Seminar focused primarily on ethical issues pertaining to human life such as abortion, euthanasia and new reproductive techniques.
PR: one course either in REL or PHI.
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REL 359 I - Environmental Ethics
3-0-3
(See PHI 359 I .) Seminar on the relationship between humanity and nonhuman nature. Discussion includes current biological, political and economic conditions, the role of technology and major philosophical perspectives.
PR: one introductory course in REL or PHI.
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REL 360 I - Religion and Film
3-0-3
Exploration of religious assumptions and ideas reflected and expressed in film.
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REL 370 - Sociology of Religion
3-0-3
(See SOC 370 .)
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REL 372 - Scripture, Culture and Experience
3-0-3
Comparative study of the creative ways by which scriptural teachings are expressed and experienced in the world’s major religious traditions.
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REL 375 I - Seminar in Religious Ethics
3-0-3
Topical seminar in varying issues in religious ethics. May be repeated for credit with different topics.
PR: REL 207 .
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REL 381 I - Religion in American History
3-0-3
Exploration of the role of religion in American life from the colonial period to the present.
PR: one REL course or CI.
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REL 382 - Women in World Religions
3-0-3
An examination of women in world religions. Particular attention will be paid to women in religions other than Christianity.
PR: REL 100 , WNS 210 or CI.
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REL 425 I - Senior Thesis
3 to 6 hours
(See PHI 425 I ). Opportunity to propose, conduct and report a major piece of individual research in an area of special interest.
PR: SS and major.
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REL 450 - Seminar in Religion
3-0-3
Capstone. Advanced topics seminar in philosophy and religion. (See PHI 450 ).
PR: Any 300-level course in Religion.
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REL 496 - Academic Internship
3 to 6 hours
Problem-oriented experiences in specific academic projects relating to the individual student’s program of study, planned in consultation with the student’s advisor.
PR: See general provisions for academic internships in this catalog.
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REL 498 - Directed Study
1 to 3 hours
Directed study and readings in an area of special interest.
PR: SS, major or minor.
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Rhetoric and Writing |
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RHW 101 - English Composition
4-0-4
This course is designed to bolster students’ confidence, assisting them to achieve a level of competency necessary for adequate work in RHW 102 . It focuses on writing skills appropriate for academic audiences, including recognizing and manipulating basic elements of the expository essay (i.e. theses, topic ideas, transitions, paragraph structure and development, introductions and conclusions). The course also introduces students to the rudiments of citation and documentation, and to the elements of the writing process, including pre-writing, drafting, and revision. Students enrolled in this class are expected to meet with their instructors outside of class time.
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RHW 102 - First Year Seminar in Writing (Foundations F1a)
4-0-4
This course is organized around a common theme chosen by the English faculty, and is designed to engage students in the thinking-to-writing model of writing. To prepare students for the diverse modes of critical research and inquiry prevalent in an academic community, course readings and writing assignments introduce students to writing conventions of various expository forms and genre. The course will also address the rhetorical concepts of persona, ethos, pathos, argument structure, counter-argument, and logical fallacy. Students enrolled in this class are expected to meet with their instructors outside of class time. This course is required for all first-year and transfer students with fewer than 30 credits, and all transfer students who have not earned transfer credit for a comparable course. Students are expected to enroll in this course by their second term at Berry. A grade of C- or better is required to pass out of this course. Matriculated Berry students may not transfer in credit from another institution for this this course.
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SOC 200 - Introduction to Sociology (Foundations F3a, b or c; F4c)
3-0-3
Fundamental concepts and principles of sociology, with emphasis on social organization, social control, social change and stratification, social institutions, social processes and social relationships.
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SOC 300 I - Social Theory
3-0-3
(See ANT 300 I .) Development of social theory within the disciplines of sociology and anthropology. Emphasis on major schools of thought and significant theorists in sociology and anthropology.
PR: SOC 200 or ANT 200 or CI.
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SOC 305 I - Social-Science Research Methods
3-0-3
(See ANT 305 I .) Introductory research course of social scientists. Nature of scientific social inquiry, basic methods and techniques of data collection and analysis, emphasizing reciprocal nature of theory and research.
PR: SOC 200 or ANT 200 or CI.
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SOC 320 - Criminology
3-0-3
Exploration of the social forces behind criminal and deviant behavior. Definitions and concepts of crime; theories of crime causation; crime typologies; and the criminal justice system.
PR: SOC 200 or ANT 200 .
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SOC 335 - Social Inequality: Race, Class and Gender
3-0-3
Empirical and theoretical exploration into the causes and consequences of inequality in contemporary society. Emphasis on the economic and cultural disadvantages of minorities, women and the poor. Topics include poverty, social mobility, affirmative action, racism, sexism and rape.
PR: SOC 200 or ANT 200 or WNS 210 .
Term Typically Offered: Spring Even
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SOC 345 - Sociology of Health
3-0-3
Explores the social, cultural, political and economic forces that influence health, health-seeking behaviors, or health and medical policies. Emphasis given to serious human mental disorders and physical problems and diseases, theory and research pertaining to these social processes, and ecological and demographic factors in health and medicine.
PR: SOC 200 or ANT 200 .
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SOC 350 - Sociology of the Family
3-0-3
The family as a social institution; structure and functions of the family; comparative family systems; social change and the family; special emphasis on courtship, marriage, marital adjustment and marital dissolution in American society; alternatives to marriage and the family.
PR: SOC 200 or ANT 200 .
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SOC 360 - Special Topics in Sociology
3-0-3
Exploration of a current issue or substantive field in sociology.
PR: ANT 200 or SOC 200 or CI.
Repeatable- no limit as long as topic changes.
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SOC 370 - Sociology of Religion
3-0-3
(See REL 370 .) Empirical and theoretical exploration of the social conditions which shape religious belief and practice. Topics include religion as both instigator of and impediment to social change, secularization and new religious movements.
PR: SOC 200 or ANT 200 .
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SOC 375 - Sociology of Disability
3-0-3
Examines the range of theoretical perspectives on disability, with emphasis on construction of disability, its historical and cross-cultural variation, institutional and organizational contexts, and interactional and emotional dimensions. Particular attention is given to the experience of living with various biomedical conditions and the ways in which the social status of disability is related to other forms of social inequality and difference.
PR: SOC 200 or ANT 200 or CI.
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SOC 380 - Community
3-0-3
Analysis of trends in community research and theory. Consideration for community as a unit of social organization from multiple perspectives including political economy, ideal type, ecological system, virtual. Examination of community in a global era with consideration of economic, cultural, and political impacts on power structures and processes of change.
PR: ANT 200 or SOC 200 .
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SOC 387 - Gender, Law and Society
3-0-3
(See WNS 387 .)
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SOC 430 - Sex, Gender, and Sexuality in Society
3-0-3
Central course themes are changes and continuities in gender roles within the United States, the social processes that influence gender and sexual identities, and the connections between gender, sexuality, power, and inequality. Special attention will be paid to how race, class, and sexual orientation intersect with processes of gender relations and social change.
PR: SOC 200 or ANT 200 or WNS 210 . Satisfies elective in SOC/ANT major and/or WNS minor.
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SOC 450 - Seminar in Sociology
3-0-3
In-depth study of an issue, topic, or subfield in sociology. Intensive reading, writing, and seminar-format discussion.
PR: two 300- or 400-level SOC or ANT courses or CI.
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SOC 480 I - Senior Project
3-0-3
Opportunity to propose, conduct and report an individual research project in an area of special interest. This will be the capstone course for the SOC/ANT major.
PR: SOC 300 I and SOC 305 I or CI.
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SOC 496 - Academic Internship
3 to 6 hours
Problem-oriented experiences in specific academic projects relating to the individual student’s program of study, planned in consultation with the student’s advisor.
PR: See general provisions for academic internships in this catalog.
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SOC 498 - Directed Study
1 to 3 hours
Supervised reading or opportunity for written research in the field of sociology when the area of study is highly specialized or the material is not otherwise available in the departmental curriculum.
PR: second-semester JS or SS majors with approval of school dean.
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SPA 101 - Introduction I to Spanish (Foundations F3a, b or c)
4-1-4
This course is designed for true beginners with little to no prior experience with the Spanish language. Emphasis is placed on speaking, reading, aural comprehension, and writing skills. Students will learn to use these skills in the present indicative on a variety of common themes.
PR: Departmental Placement of CI.
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SPA 102 - Introduction II to Spanish (Foundations F3a, b or c)
4-1-4
This course is designed to help students further develop their speaking, reading, and aural comprehension, and writing skills. Students will continue using these skills in the present indicative and will learn to use them in the past indicative (preterite and imperfect). Students will also begin to employ the present subjunctive through formal and informal commands.
PR: SPA 101 or departmental placement.
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SPA 104 - Introduction to Spanish II for Healthcare
4-1-4
Continuing development at the introductory level of the fundamentals of speaking, listening, reading and writing with special emphasis on medical vocabulary and cultural differences surrounding medical care. Exclusionary: SPA 102
PR: SPA 101 or Departmental permission.
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SPA 200 - Intermediate Spanish (Foundations F3a, b or c)
4-1-4
This course is designed to help students further refine speaking, reading, aural comprehension, and writing skills. Students will continue using these skills in reference to the present and past indicative and will learn to use them in the present and past subjunctive and in the future indicative. Students will also be introduced to conditional sentences.
PR: SPA 102 , SPA 104 or departmental placement.
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SPA 204FLA - Special Topics in Foreign Languages
3-0-3
Special topics in languages not covered by the regular curriculum. May be repeated for credit.
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SPA 290 - Spanish in Context (Foundations F3a, b or c)
4-1-4
This course promotes Spanish language proficiency in all four skill areas, with a particular focus on reading and writing, and deepens students’ cultural awareness. Through a thorough review and expansion of Spanish vocabulary and grammar, the course serves as a bridge between the basic language sequence and upper-level courses. Students enrolled in this course are required to participate for one hour per week in outreach initiatives involving the local Latino community.
PR: SPA 200 .
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SPA 301 - Oral and Written Expression in Spanish
3-0-3
This course promotes further development of language proficiency with particular emphasis on speaking and writing. Students will learn to converse more fluently through varied activities centered on Hispanic cultural artifacts. Students will also gain practice composing short papers in Spanish.
PR: SPA 290 .
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SPA 302 I - Advanced Grammar and Composition in Spanish
3-0-3
This course is an intensive grammar review that takes the student through previously learned material while introducing more advanced forms and structures. Acquisition will be reinforced through a series of writing assignments that will focus on particular grammar points and encourage students to internalize new structures through repetitive usage.
PR: SPA 290 .
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SPA 310 - Introduction to Hispanic Literature and Literary Analysis: Spain (Foundations F4a)
3-0-3
This course is a panoramic exploration of peninsular Spanish literature. Readings from a wide variety of authors, movements, genres, and themes will be used to teach students how to practically and critically read literature. Students will produce a series of essays and/or one major final essay that will be produced through a series of drafts. This course prepares students for upper-level literature courses.
PR: SPA 290 .
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SPA 311 - Introduction to Hispanic Literature and Literary Analysis: Latin America (Foundations F4a)
3-0-3
This course is a panoramic exploration of Latin American literature. Readings from a wide variety of authors, movements, genres, and themes will be used to teach students how to practically and critically read literature. Students will produce a series of essays and/or one major final essay that will be produced through a series of drafts. This course prepares students for upper-level literature courses.
PR: SPA 290 .
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SPA 320 - Histories and Cultures of the Hispanic World: Spain
3-0-3
This course is a survey of the cultures and civilizations of Spain. Areas of study will include history, politics, geography, the arts, daily life, religions, and traditions.
PR: SPA 290
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SPA 321 - Histories and Cultures of the Hispanic World: Latin America
3-0-3
This course is a survey of the cultures and civilizations of Latin America. Areas of study will include history, politics, geography, the arts, daily life, religions, and traditions.
PR: SPA 290 .
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SPA 350 - Pura Vida: Language and Culture in Costa Rica
3-0-3
This course is taught as part of the Berry College/Fundacion Progreso Guanacaste summer program in Costa Rica. Students in this course will study the history, literature, cultural production, language and politics of Costa Rica with a specific focus on the northwest region of Guanacaste. Major/Minor elective.
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SPA 400 FLA - Foreign-Language Education in the Elementary School
3-0-3
Methods of classroom procedures, functional units, use of audiovisual aids/media and evaluation of pupil growth in grades K-12. Field experience required.
PR: FRE 301 , GER 301 I or SPA 301 ; or FRE 302 , SPA 302 I or CI.
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SPA 402 - Introduction to Translations Studies
3-0-3
This course focuses on issues of translating texts from Spanish to English and from English to Spanish. Students will gain both theoretical knowledge through varied readings and practical knowledge on this topic through written translation exercises and analyses. Particular emphasis will be placed on grammatical and stylistic points of contrast between Spanish and English. The appropriateness of direct vs. indirect or approximate translations will also be discussed in different contexts.
PR: SPA 302 I .
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SPA 404 I - Spanish Business Communication
3-0-3
Development of oral and written skills in business and trade transactions. The course explores basic business concepts, vocabulary, and the culture of Spanish-speaking countries in a business context.
PR: SPA 302 I
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SPA 405 I - Topics in Spanish
3-0-3
The course is a special seminar on a subfield within Hispanic literary, linguistic, or culture studies not covered by other courses. The particulars of the course will be determined by the professor, and may be repeated for a maximum of 6 credit hours provided the topics vary.
PR: SPA 290 .
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SPA 406 I - Spanish for Professionals
3-0-3
This course centers on oral and written skills and interpretation within a professional context. Vocabulary and forms of expression appropriate to the legal and medical fields will be explored.
PR: SPA 302 I .
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SPA 407 - Introduction to Hispanic Linguistics
3-0-3
This course introduces students to the study of Hispanic linguistics and establishes the basis for future applications of linguistic principles. Students will explore the sound system of Spanish and it’s theoretical representations; topics in morphology such as work formation and verbal inflection; and issues in syntax and semantics analyzed both in isolation and in term of their relationship to each other. Students will also study sociolinguistic issues including bilingualism and multilingualism; language contact and transfers; dialectal variation; and Spanish in the United States.
PR: SPA 302 I .
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SPA 421 I - Major Hispanic Writers and Their Worlds
3-0-3
This course focuses on the work and life of one specific Hispanic author or literary movement within the context of personal, social, political, cultural, historical, and literary worlds in which their oeuvre was produced. Students will write a series of short response papers about the work studied. This course will culminate in a research project involving the writing of an extensive term paper analyzing a unique theme related to the study of this author or movement. This course may be repeated for maximum of 6 credit hours, provided the topics vary.
PR: SPA 310 or SPA 311 .
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SPA 422 I - Seminar on Marginalized Voices in Hispanic Literature
3-0-3
This course involves the intensive study of discourses and themes of power and agency in Hispanic literature. Works by typically marginalized authors will be studied, including indigenous, immigrant, impoverished, queer, and women’s voices. Students will learn to articulate observations and opinions on the aforementioned issues through seminar-style conversation. This course may be repeated for maximum of 6 credit hours, provided the topics vary.
PR: SPA 301 or SPA 311 .
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SPA 424 - Hispanic Theatre and Performance Workshop
3-1-4
This course is a study of masterworks of Hispanic drama. Students will learn how to critically read these works as literature, isolating issues of performance, audience, and identity. Students will also learn the basics of acting and how to interpret and perform these works. Students will participate in the design and performance of a Spanish-language drama as the final project for the course.
PR: SPA 290 or CI.
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SPA 430 - Cultural Icons of the Hispanic World
3-0-3
This course explores how major icons of the Hispanic world are understood and how they are represented today in literature, mythology and history, film, the plastic arts, and popular culture. This course considers the context(s) in which these figures first appear and their later appropriation as cultural icons as a means of cultural, sociopolitical, personal, or artistic identification. Icons to be studied will vary based on professorial preferences, examples include Don Quijote, Don Juan, Sor Juana, la Celestina, la Virgen de Guadalupe, Moctezuma, Salvador Dali, Che Guevara, Fransisco Franco, Frida Kahlo, etc. This course may be repeated for maximum of 6 credit hours, provided the topics vary.
PR: SPA 320 or SPA 321 .
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SPA 432 I - Seminar on Hispanic Visual Media
3-0-3
This course centers on the study of visual media as “texts” reflective of the cultural milieus in which they were created. Media to be studied will vary based on professorial preferences but may include film, television, the plastic arts, architecture, etc. Students will develop advanced oral skills and vocabulary related to these media through seminar style conversation about assigned works. Students will also write a series of response papers about the assigned “texts” and a research paper. This course may be repeated for maximum of 6 credit hours, provided the topics vary.
PR: SPA 301 .
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SPA 450 - Senior Project in Spanish
3-0-3
Research project required for graduation if student cannot complete study abroad. Class will be created in consultation with major advisor.
PR: SS, CI.
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SPA 496 FLA - Academic Internship
3 to 12 hours
Problem-oriented experiences on specific academic projects relating to the individual student’s program of study and planned in consultation with the student’s advisor.
PR: See general provisions for academic internships in this catalog.
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SPA 498 - Directed Study
1 to 3 hours
This course involves the independent study of Hispanic topic. Students will work closely with the professors directing their studies to determine course requirements and a related research project.
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STA 200 - Intercultural Awareness for Education Abroad
1-0-1 or zero credit option.
This course is designed to assist students in acquiring the knowledge, attitudes, and skills that will enhance semester-long education abroad by providing a foundation for intercultural learning. Students will develop an awareness of cultural competence by exploring cultural identity, analyzing diverse worldviews, examining processes of intercultural communication, and developing strategies for cultural adjustment. Student studying abroad for a semester are strongly encouraged to take this course.
PR: Permission only.
This course is pass-fail.
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STA 323 - Study Abroad Cultural Experience
1 to 9 hours
Cross-cultural analysis in a variety of fields completed abroad at an approved institution by students enrolled at Berry College. Written projects evaluated by appropriate Berry College faculty.
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THE 200 - Theatre Practicum
1-2-1 or 0-2-0
Practical experience in a dramatic presentation as technical staff for stage crew, props, lighting, sound, costumes, and makeup. The course may be repeated up to (8) credit hours. Conditions of the participation are determined in advance by the student and the faculty supervisor. CI
CR: Participation in theatre productions
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THE 201 - Experiencing Theatre (Foundations F4b)
3-0-3
Appreciation of theatre as a collaborative art from the perspective of the audience member. Theatrical style, direction, acting, design, management and criticism explained and illustrated by performances and productions.
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THE 208 - Basics of Acting
3-0-3
Introduction to acting fundamentals and selected rehearsal and performance skills from the practical perspective of the working actor. Exploration of the actor’s relationship to the playscript, to the stage environment and to elements of the actor’s instrument (body, voice, imagination, etc.). Practical application of techniques and principles of acting including in-class exercises, rehearsed scenes and monologues.
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THE 209 - Basics of Directing
3-0-3
Introduction to directing fundamentals and selected rehearsal strategies from the practical perspective of the working director. Exploration of the director’s relationship to the playscript, to the stage environment and to fellow collaborators. Practical application of techniques and principles of directing including in-class exercises, textual analysis and rehearsed scenes.
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THE 221 - Stagecraft
2-2-3
Introduction to basic techniques of scenery and property construction, tool use, scene painting, basic lighting techniques, and backstage organization. Materials Fee
CR: THE 200
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THE 228 - Topics in Theatre
1 to 3 hours
Special topics in theatre designed to accommodate material that is highly specialized or not otherwise available in the departmental curriculum.
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THE 261 - Costuming and Makeup
2-2-3
Emphasis on the “how” and “why” of costumes and makeup for the stage. Practical experience in draping, pattern layout, simple sewing skills, the basic elements of textiles and costume crafts. Principles and practice of makeup and hairstyling for the theatre. Laboratory component focusing on costume and makeup projects associated with major productions in E.H. Young Theatre.
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THE 262 - Stage Management
3-0-3
Explore the role and funtion of the stage manager in theratrical production. The course will provide the basic skills to begin work in the field. Emphasis is placed on organization, documentation, and dissemination of information.
CR: THE 200
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THE 263 - Design Fundamentals
3-0-3
Introduction to the fundamentals of design for the theatre. Elements and principles of design applied to all areas of theater design including scenery, costumes, and lighting.
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THE 304 I - Introduction to Playwriting
3-0-3
Creation of original scripts for theatre; instruction in the craft of playwriting and guidance toward constructive self-criticism. Selected readings from classical or contemporary playwrights. Possible selection of student work for reading and performance.
PR or CR: one 200-level literature course.
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THE 308 - Intermediate Acting
3-0-3
Advance principles and techniques in acting with emphasis on characterization. Students will approach realistic/naturalistic roles (and some ‘abstract’) from a developmental perspective, including acquiring an awareness of the character’s several ‘selves’ and their psychological, physical, and spiritual journey.
PR: THE 208 or CI.
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THE 309 - Advanced Directing
3-0-3
Principles and techniques of directing the realistic modern play. Case studies and scene work, analysis and preparation for performing a one-act play, including the development of a prompt script. Emphasis on the artistic, analytical, interpersonal and visual skills required to become an effective director.
PR: THE 209 .
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THE 320 - Musical Theatre
3-0-3
Survey of the development of musical theatre as an art form, exploring musical theatre from multiple perspectives- historical, cultural, political, social, and aesthetic.
PR: THE 201 orMUS 215 .
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THE 328 - Advanced Acting
3-0-3
Performance-based course in selected topics in acting beyond the intermediate level. Options for the course will include Auditions, Period Style Acting, Acting Shakespeare, Acting for the Musical, and Acting Chekhov. At least one of the aforementioned topics will be offered every other year and will be selected based on student demand. Consequently, the course is repeatable as other options are offered.
PR: THE 208 and THE 308 .
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THE 341 I - History and Literature of Theatre I
3-0-3
Theme based course that examines the early history of theatre, development of drama, and the evolution of theory and criticism of drama and performance. International in scope and with a study of theatre from the Greeks to 1850. THE 341 I and THE 342 I do not have to be taken in sequence.
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THE 342 I - History and Literature of Theatre II
3-0-3
Theme based course that examines the later history of theatre ,development of drama, and the evolution of theory and criticism of drama and performance. International in scope and with a study of theatre from 1850 to the present. THE 341 I and THE 342 I do not have to be taken in sequence.
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THE 363 - Costume Design
3-0-3
The role of the costume designer as a collaborative artist in the theatre process. Techniques of figures drawing and the use of various color media for the production of finished rendering. Both historical and contemporary design styles considered.
PR: THE 261 and THE 263 .
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THE 365 - Stage Design
3-0-3
Technical and artistic approach to lighting and scenery design, including rendering techniques as well as the role of design in guiding the direction and shape of theatrical production. May be repeated once for credit.
PR: THE 221 and THE 263 .
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THE 404 - Advanced Production
3-0-3
Lectures and intensive work in Design, Theatre Technology or Management. May be repeated for credit with a different area of emphasis.
PR: THE 221 and THE 261
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THE 425 - Seminar in Theatre
3-0-3
Concentrated advanced study in a special topic in theatre, with topics changing as needs and resources vary and as changes within the profession develop.
PR: THE 201
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THE 450 - Senior Project
3-0-3
Synthesis of theatre research, practice and theory with a special emphasis on career planning and portfolio development. Students must complete writing assignments for the seminar and a portfolio (academic and professional) for faculty review.
PR: Senior standing, CI and 6 completed terms of THE 200
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THE 496 - Academic Internship
3 to 6 hours
Problem-oriented experiences in specific academic projects relating to the individual student’s program of study, planned in consultation with the student’s advisor.
PR: See general provisions for academic internships in this catalog.
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THE 498 - Directed Study
1 to 3 hours
Advanced study or individual research of specific problems based on an outline prepared by the student and the instructor. Involves extensive investigation and commitment by the student.
PR: JS or SS and approval of school dean.
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