Languages & Literatures

Upcoming Courses

Courses

For readers who want to expand their literary horizons, international crime fiction represents an extraordinary journey: one that provides a rich exploration of human nature, social dynamics, and how different cultures understand crime, justice, and redemption. This course will look in depth at a 'Baker's Dozen' of the best crime writers from Australia and New Zealand.


Tuesdays, Aug 11 and 18, Special Programs Building, Classroom 156 (3 seats (8%) remaining)
If you are familiar with the library resources but want to go beyond the basics, this session will explore some of the more interesting and unusual digital collections and databases. This is an advanced session that builds on the information introduced in Bounty of Boatwright.


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This interactive class will use case study methodology to study history via the book 'Democracy: A Case Study' by David Moss (2017). You will role-play the decision makers of the day as you analyze problems that eventually led to momentous decisions in our nation's history. Experience history in a more immersive way.


Thursdays, July 23, 30, Aug 6, 13, 20, Synchronous Online ( No seats currently available )
This seminar focuses on the life and thought of Ralph Waldo Emerson, America's greatest philosopher, and in particular his writings on the school of thought known as American Transcendentalism. The relevance of this school of thought to contemporary America will be examined in the seminar. The reading for the seminar is Philip F. Gura's 'American Transcendentalism: A History.'


NOTE: CHANGE - only 2 days - Mondays, Aug 10, 17, 3:00pm-5:30pm, Special Programs Building, Classroom 156 ( No seats currently available )
Twinings,' my first book, was published in 2023, and I've given many talks on it. Now I want to challenge myself and you to create a poem. I have found that in writing poetry, one goes even deeper into answering life's questions. And isn't that what poetry is all about? The course will include techniques, styles, and examples. Using prompts, we will write poems. Everyone will leave with at least one poem they've created.


Tuesday, Aug 11, Special Programs Building, Room 160
Osher is having its own Trivia Night -- but in the afternoon. Come join us for this fun event. We are bringing in the local expert, Ball of Fire, to run the event, and we'll have snacks and beverages to sustain you when the competition gets tough! Come join us! Note: The new refund policy applies.


Thursday, September 3, THC, Alice Haynes Room