Summer 2013 Course Guide JBMDL

STUDIES OF THE ARTS AND LITERATURE

European Art, Artists and Society
56:606:611:H6
HYBRID COURSE
Sakai Platform
JBMDL
M 6:00 PM – 9:40 PM
7/3/2013-8/16/2013
Professor Florence Quideau
quid24@aol.com

Note: Off-campus courses at JBMDL. Hybrid course in Sakai format with limited in-class meetings.
This course will take a case study approach to the history of art in Europe, focusing on a selection of key works from the 18th to the 20th century, which were created in France, England, Germany, and Spain. By closely studying a small selection of paintings, sculptures, monuments, and photographs, the student will investigate the traditions of artistic movements that have shaped our understanding of Modern Art. Issues pertaining to connoisseurship, patronage, iconography, and the evolving role of artists in society will allow to clarify cultural, social, and political contexts in which works of arts were created. Prior knowledge of Art History is not required as lectures and discussions will help the student develop an in-depth understanding of essential artistic movements.

STUDIES OF CULTURE AND CRITICISM

Note: Off-campus courses at JBMDL. Hybrid course in Sakai format with limited in-class meetings.
How do anthropologists understand culture? What is meant by an “Anthropology of American Culture”? Is it appropriate to speak of American culture? How does this approach compare to other disciplines in the Social Sciences? Where do we find ‘American culture’? How are we a part of it? Can we study ourselves in an unbiased way? Have anthropologists from other countries studied “us”? This course will explore the nature of American culture–what holds it together and what divides it. Central to our study will be the examination and critique of current American images from popular culture. We will also draw connections between the various theoretical approaches and real life situations and other varied sources of knowledge about American culture. Where do we go to find sources of American culture? Who are some of the important writers on this subject, anthropologists or otherwise? Have we changed as a people since we became a nation? Do the insights of foreign observers help us to see ourselves and our culture more clearly? We will consult the writings of philosophers, historians, literary figures, and anthropologists to help answer these questions.

RESEARCH IN LIBERAL STUDIES

Research in Liberal Studies
56:606:689:H1
By Arrangement
7/8/2013-8/14/2013
Professor Stuart Charmé

By permission of instructor. Independent study of a topic of special interest to the student, under the supervision of an adviser chosen in consultation with the program director. If this course is taken for one semester, the project culminates in a paper about 20-25 pages in length. If the course is taken for two semesters, a more substantial paper is required.

Research in Liberal Studies
56:606:689:T1
By Arrangement
5/28/2013-8/14/2013
Professor Stuart Charmé

By permission of instructor. Independent study of a topic of special interest to the student, under the supervision of an adviser chosen in consultation with the program director. If this course is taken for one semester, the project culminates in a paper about 20-25 pages in length. If the course is taken for two semesters, a more substantial paper is required.

By permission of instructor. Independent study of a topic of special interest to the student, under the supervision of an adviser chosen in consultation with the program director. If this course is taken for one semester, the project culminates in a paper about 20-25 pages in length. If the course is taken for two semesters, a more substantial paper is required.

By permission of instructor. Independent study of a topic of special interest to the student, under the supervision of an adviser chosen in consultation with the program director. If this course is taken for one semester, the project culminates in a paper about 20-25 pages in length. If the course is taken for two semesters, a more substantial paper is required.

By permission of instructor. Independent study of a topic of special interest to the student, under the supervision of an adviser chosen in consultation with the program director. If this course is taken for one semester, the project culminates in a paper about 20-25 pages in length. If the course is taken for two semesters, a more substantial paper is required.