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HUM210 (3 Credits)

A study of contemporary films, directors and critics with emphasis on evaluating film as an art form. Prerequisites: None.

HUM245 (3 Credits)

Introduction to essential information about the Holocaust. Provides theological, social and political background to establish contexts of anti-Semitism, especially in 19th and 20th centuries, with particular attention to National Socialist ideologies. Ghetto and camp life, including resistance, are explored. Emphasis is on texts of the Holocaust, including historical documents, participant testimonies, fiction, creative non-fiction, and poetry, much of which involves theological and moral debate. Includes analysis of supplementary visual material and some performing arts. Prerequisites: None. CRE101 or equivalent as indicated by appropriate reading placement recommended but not required.

HUM250 (3 Credits)

An historical analysis of the interrelationships of art, architecture, literature, music, and philosophy from the early civilizations to the Renaissance, including Western and non-Western cultures. 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 ENG101.

HUM251 (3 Credits)

An historical analysis of the interrelationships of art, architecture, literature, music, and philosophy from the Renaissance to modern period, including Western and non-Western cultures. 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 ENG101.

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.