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IST 101 INTRO TO INTERNATIONAL STUDIES CREDITS: 4

This course provides an introduction to the field of international studies . Students explore such themes as the emergence of the nation-state and the modern system of international relations, nationalism vs . global citizenry, the environment and ecological commons, globalization and culture, transnational movement and identity, terrorism, the global drug trade, how globalization shapes our personal lives and local communities, and the future of international collaboration and organization . Offered fall and spring .

IST 105, 107, 109, 111 INDEPENDENT LANGUAGE STUDY CREDITS: 1

These courses allow students to study over 21 different languages at their own pace, supported by a weekly seminar and a language instructor . With each successive level the student is at a higher language level or a different language . These courses may be used to meet the foreign language requirement for the International Studies minor . Graded Pass/Fail . Offered fall .

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IST 106, 108, 110, 112 INDEPENDENT LANGUAGE STUDY CREDITS: 1

These courses allow students to study over 21 different languages at their own pace, supported by a weekly seminar and a language instructor . With each successive level the student is at a higher language level or a different language . This course may be used to meet the foreign language requirement for the International Studies minor . Graded Pass/Fail . Offered spring .

IST 121 FRENCH LANGUAGE AND CULTURE I CREDITS: 4

Long the language of diplomacy and love, French is spoken by many people throughout the world . Derived from Latin, French is the first language for some 100 million people in France, other parts of Europe and French Canada, and as second language for some 150 million other people worldwide . Through this course you will gain a basic knowledge of the French language and journey through the most important aspects of French and Francophone culture, including history, films, literature, arts and many other surprises, to create an awareness and appreciation of the cultural richness and diversity of the Francophone world and its geography . Offered fall .

IST 122 MANDARIN LANGUAGE AND CULTURE I CREDITS: 4

Mandarin Chinese is the most widely-spoken language in the world . This course introduces students to the Mandarin language and Taiwanese culture . Students will communicate both verbally and in writing using elementary Mandarin through activities designed to enhance their comprehension and confidence in using the language . They will get an opportunity to utilize Mandarin for real-world purposes while learning about the most important aspects of Taiwanese culture and history . Whether interested in business, history, politics, or art, knowledge of Mandarin will enrich your understanding of the culture . Offered fall and spring . IST 123 SPANISH LANGUAGE AND CULTURE I CREDITS: 4

Bienvenidos! This is an introductory course to both Spanish language and the cultures where the Spanish language is spoken . Students are expected to communicate using elementary level of the Spanish language through activities designed to enhance their comprehension and confidence with communication skills in Spanish . The goal of this course is to provide students with the opportunity to use the language for real-world purposes and to help them become aware of the most important aspects of the Hispanic cultures as a way to develop their appreciation of the richness of the different Spanish speaking countries . Offered fall and spring .

IST 150, 250 SPECIAL TOPICS IN IST CREDITS: 4

The main objectives of this course are for students to gain beginning level reading, writing, and speaking comprehension of a language (such as French, Mandarin or Spanish) while exploring and learning to appreciate historical and cultural aspects through diverse media . This satisfies a language major course requirement for History and Political Studies, and Multidisciplinary Studies; and a course requirement for the International Studies minor . Offered fall and spring

IST 295 INDEPENDENT STUDY CREDITS: 4

Qualified students may develop independent study courses in areas not ordinarily offered at the college . The distinction among course levels depends on the focus of the proposed course, the amount of work previously done in the field, and the extent of student

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independence; the higher the number, the greater the expectations . Each independent study course is developed in consultation with a faculty member . Independent study courses may not be used to meet major requirements; only one may be used to meet a requirement for a minor . Independent courses may be repeated for credit, however after the first course additional courses may only be used as electives . Please refer to more details and requirements in the Additional Curricular Opportunities section of this catalog . Offered fall and spring .

IST 480 TEACHING ASSISTANTSHIP CREDITS: 4

Qualified junior and senior students may apply to work with faculty members as teaching assistants in 100- and 200-level courses . The teaching assistantship course allows students to participate in the instructional development of a course and to learn about teaching methodologies and course development . The teaching assistant has definite instructional responsibilities in the class as well as an instructional component in which the assistant learns how to teach . The assistant engages in regular discussions with the faculty member concerning the course and teaching methodology . Offered fall and spring . Prerequisites:

Permission of the instructor and the department chair . Requirements can be found under Additional Curricular Opportunities .