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JPH245 (3 Credits)

Survey of traditional and modern Japanese culture in context. Intellectual, spiritual, and artistic traditions of Japan will be examined with an eye on their popular-culture manifestations. The course, conducted in English, will consist of lectures, discussions, as well as oral and written reports. Prerequisites: None.

LAT201 (4 Credits)

Introduction to translation techniques using selections from various authors; emphasis on use of primary texts. In order to register for this course, Rio will need to verify that you have completed the prerequisite(s). How do I do this? See Syllabus for full course description.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in LAT102. Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required.

LAT202 (4 Credits)

Refinement of translation technics using selections from Virgil's Aeneid; emphasis on use of language and meter. In order to register for this course, Rio will need to verify that you have completed the prerequisite(s). How do I do this? See Syllabus for full course description.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in LAT201. Completion of prerequisites within the last three years is required.

MHL140 (3 Credits)

Study of composers, compositions, styles, and periods in music history. Prerequisites: None.

MHL143 (3 Credits)

Non-European musical traditions including the study of music in rituals, musical instruments and the impact of cultures on musical styles. Prerequisites: None.

MHL145 (3 Credits)

The study of cultural and social contributions to the evolution of American jazz and popular music from the mid-1800's to present. Prerequisites: None.

MHL153 (3 Credits)

History of Rock music and how cultural, social, political, and economic conditions have shaped its evolution. Prerequisites: None.

PHI101 (3 Credits)

General consideration of human nature and the nature of the universe. Knowledge, perception, freedom and determinism, and the existence of God. Prerequisites: None.

PHI105 (3 Credits)

In-depth survey of ethical theory within Western philosophy. Explores fundamental questions about human values, the nature of morality, and the meaning of life. Focuses on the development of critical thinking skills to identify, assess, and articulate oneªs own ethical perspective. Prerequisites: None.

PHI213 (3 Credits)

A philosophical consideration of moral problems that arise in relation to medicine and biology, e.g., death, patient's rights and biological experimentation. Prerequisites: None.