German (GER)

This course covers the fundamentals of German through listening, speaking, reading and writing. This course provides practice in pronunciation and development of comprehension.

This course builds on the foundations established in GER 101 through listening, speaking, reading and writing activities. This course provides practice in pronunciation and development of comprehension.

This course teaches students basic communication skills and cultural competence needed for studying, traveling or working in German-speaking countries. Students will practice typical communicative contexts using authentic materials and gain insight into the real-life situations of German speakers. This course has no prerequisite and is designed for those who have not had previous German instruction. It does not count towards the German major or minor or fulfill the B.A. language requirement. Instruction is in German and English.

This course covers the fundamentals of German through intensive listening, speaking, reading and writing. This course is the equivalent of GER 101-GER 102.

The fundamentals of German through intensive listening, speaking, reading and writing at the intermediate level. This four-week course is the equivalent of GER 231-GER 232.

A thorough review of grammar and vocabulary building, conversation, composition and reading.

A thorough review of GER 231 grammar and vocabulary building. Conversation, composition and reading will be chosen to reach competency at the advanced intermediate level.

This is an advanced communication and culture course designed to bridge basic language study with upper-level coursework in German language. It is intended for students who have begun to develop advanced skills and are interested in continued training in language proficiency through reinforcing foundations of everyday language communication and cultural knowledge. Instruction is in German.

The course is an advanced communication and culture course designed to bridge basic language study with upper-level coursework in the German language and culture. It is intended for students who have begun to develop advanced skills in interpretive, interpersonal and presentational communication and are interested in delving deeper into the study of German-speaking countries, their histories and their cultures. The course will focus on popular culture in the German-speaking world including music, film, television, literature and social media, and analyze how these reflect and shape cultural identities and trends. Instruction is in German.

This course provides an overview of major developments and figures in central European cultural history from the Germanic tribes to 1871. This course will explore texts, architecture, music, philosophy and works of art in order to analyze how past political and cultural history informs German and European collective identity today. Instruction is in German.

This course examines German culture and history from 1871 to the present. The course is centered on questions of German identity and how it has been influenced by historical events and cultural shifts. Students will examine cultural artifacts from the areas of art, literature and film created during or with reference to the historical period studied. Instruction is in German.

This course introduces students to German linguistics, with special emphasis on German phonetics. Students will engage with theoretical concepts and practical applications to understand the phonological structures and sounds that make up the German language. The course also includes units on sociolinguistics and German dialects. Class activities and assignments aim to enhance overall language proficiency, including listening, reading, speaking and pronunciation skills. Instruction is in German.

This German course focuses on building proficiency in the language with an emphasis on oral and written expression to facilitate further study of the culture. Students will learn how to use the appropriate language in culturally specific contexts and develop intercultural competence. The course's essential question is "How do German-speaking peoples communicate on subjects that are at the heart of their societies?" Instruction is in German.

This German course introduces students to the regions or countries where the language is spoken, the features of the area, and the ways of life there. The course examines the identities, customs and events that influence the lives of people living in these culturally and linguistically defined areas and explores the diverse cultural landscapes that shape their lives. Instruction is in German.

This course studies commercial and trade vocabulary and customs in conjunction with practice in commercial communication, including letter writing, interviews and interpretation. Instruction is in German.

This course introduces students to German-language literature through the study of selected short texts written from the Middle Ages to the present. Different literary genres will be studied including short stories, fairy tales, poetry, songs, literary essays, drama and the graphic novel. In this class, students will improve their reading comprehension, as well as develop the vocabulary and interpretive strategies needed to read and analyze any text better. Instruction is in German.

Germany, "The Land of Ideas," known for its engineering and technology, is a leader in innovation and research in every field. It is the strongest economic power in Europe. The course explores German society in its historical, political and economic contexts. Several aspects will be investigated: the EU, Globalization, immigration, environment, family policies, current affairs and the latest trends in the society. Instruction is in German.

This course is designed to introduce students to the rich culinary traditions in Germany. Students will familiarize themselves with the diversity in German cuisine through readings and presentations and prepare dishes that represent various regions of Germany. Instruction is in German.

A study of literary German short prose from the 18th century to the present, including a selection of fables, fairy tales, modernist parables, aphorisms, narratives and short novellas. Authors studied may include Brecht, Kafka, Hoffmann, Ebner-Eschenbach, Schnitzler, Kleist, Bachmann, Borchert and Mann, among others. Instruction is in German.

This is an advanced communication and culture course designed to bridge basic language study with upper-level coursework in German literature and culture. It is intended for students who have begun to master advanced skills in interpretive, interpersonal and presentational communication and are interested in examining nuances of the German language and culture while studying abroad.

This course focuses on advanced German language and its use in real-life contexts. Discussions deal with current events.

This course provides a study of contemporary German-language literature and media, focusing on cultural production since the 1990s. This course explores topics such as cultural memory, identity, German reunification, globalization, multiculturalism, climate change, digitalization and social justice. Instruction is in German.

This course offers a study of the works of major German writers of the 20th century. Instruction is in German.

In this course, students will develop linguistic competencies required in translation, including reading comprehension, summary writing, text analysis and use of mono- and bilingual dictionaries. Students will learn some basic electronic tools and word processing skills for translators and practice several types of translation, including direct translation, inverse translation and back translation. This course fulfills the College of Arts and Letters writing-intensive requirement for the major. Instruction is in English and German.

A study of selected works of German literature. Instruction is in English. May be repeated for credit when course content changes.

This course studies a particular topic in German literature. It may cover all or a specific German literature genre. This course may be repeated if content varies.

Students will study a particular topic in the civilization and/or culture of Germany. Course may be repeated if content varies.

Students will study a particular topic in German linguistics. Topics could include an introduction to German sociolinguistics and psycholinguistics. Course may be repeated if content varies.

This course offers a study of German-language theater from the 18th-century to the present. Students will examine the cultural, historical and political events that influenced stage productions of the day. Instruction is in German.

This course analyzes German cinema from the 1920s though the present. Emphasis will be on the relations between the German film and certain seminal periods in German history.

Allows students an opportunity to complete independent studies under faculty supervision.

This course will provide students with experiential learning opportunities within the German-speaking field. The internship course is designed to provide practical experience in fields such as government, business, industry, health sciences, administration, education, translation or the arts, where they can apply their language skills. Examples of internship work may include working for a company in the student's field of interest abroad; serving as a research assistant for a professor; completing a translation project or working as an interpreter. A journal, internship report, research paper, bibliography or evaluation from the internship provider is required. Credits earned correspond to the internship hours completed. Up to six credits may be applied as electives in the German major or minor.