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FPA 203 - Drawing and Painting I
An introduction to visual perception, problem-solving, and human creativity through the study of principles. Museum and gallery visits, discussion and development of visual/manual skills involved in the drawing/painting process. For students who think they cannot draw but have a desire to learn or for those who are insecure about their drawing skills. No previous experience required. Not for intermediate students who have had basic classes in high school or private lessons.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Offered in Fall & Spring
Offered in the Summer
Core Course
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FPA 205 - Introduction to the Theatre, Theatre Foundations
An overview of the nature, purpose and functions of theatre, with a focus on the origins of theatre, the developments of the audience, performer, director, design elements and the theatre in the European continent. Attendance at The Iona College Theatre Ensemble production as well as attendance at a New York City theatre event is required.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Offered in Alternate Years
Core Course
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FPA 206 - Introduction to Theatre History
An overview of the history of the western theatre tradition from its origins to the modern era. A theatre practicum is required that includes participation in The Department of Fine and Performing Arts theatre productions. Assignments can include work on scenery, lighting, properties, sound, costuming, publicity, rehearsal and performance. Attendance at a New York City theatre event is required.
Lecture
Credits: 3
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FPA 207 - Shakespeare in Performance
An overview of the fundamentals of the performance styles and production elements of Elizabethan England and The Renaissance Era to the present through the selected plays of William Shakespeare. Study of characterization, portrayal of roles, and identification of distinct acting styles of the each era will be explored and discussed. The directorial style and theatre elements such as stage design, lighting design, costuming and sound design that were used during each era will also be discussed. The performing styles and production elements that are seen in the works of Shakespeare will be discussed and identified by using examples from plays, videos and through attending performances of two Shakespeare dramatic works. Coursework includes lecture, discussion, writings and presentations. Required attendance at two New York City area productions.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Offered in Fall & Spring
Offered in the Summer
Core Course
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FPA 209 - Women in Music
Women in Music considers, examines and debates the role of women in music both as practitioners and patrons. The course takes an historical journey that enables the student to see the changing roles of women in society as well as the prejudices against women in the arts as well as the strides made by women composers and performers. Patrons of the arts are included as well in the course which envelopes contemporary musical styles in addition to concert and folk music. The focus is on music produced in the Western countries, although some time will be spent on the role of women in music in non-Western cultures.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Offered in the Spring Semester
Core Course
Diversity, Cross-Cultural and Global Perspectives
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FPA 211 - Introduction to Sculpture
This course will introduce students to the process, methods and concepts of sculpture, an overview of its history, with a special emphasis on student exploration of the basic materials and techniques of 3-D design in a studio, with projects including: bas-relief, carving, modeling in clay, portrait and figure, and construction. Required NYC museum visit.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Core Course
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FPA 212 - Art History: Prehistoric Era to the Middle Ages
This class provides a study of the history of art, from the earliest beginnings in the Prehistoric periods to the end of the Middle Ages. Works of art are examined as both monuments of intrinsic aesthetic value and as expressions of the needs, ideals, and aspirations of the societies and times in which they were created. The course will consist of a series of lectures on individual cultures and topics with a new discussion each class. Participation is strongly encouraged.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Offered in Fall & Spring
Core Course
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FPA 213 - Art History: Renaissance to Modern Art
This course is a survey of visual art covering art movements from the “Proto” and Early Renaissance to the art of the modern world. Although the focus will be on painting, sculpture and architecture of the Western world, additional art forms as well as other cultures, will be referenced throughout the semester. World events, politics and philosophy from various periods will also be discussed to present the artwork in a proper historical context. The course will consist of lectures/discussions on new topics each class. Participation is strongly encouraged.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Offered in the Spring Semester
Core Course
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FPA 220 - Dance Appreciation
An overview of the essential properties of dance through lecture, viewing, discussion, and the practice of movement. The course examines the context through which various traditions evolve, the approaches to dance construction/revision articulated by selected masters and the expressive commonality in diverse traditions and artists.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Offered in Fall & Spring Offered in the Summer
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FPA 225 - Theatre History: The Ancient Greek Theatre to The Renaissance
An overview of the history of the western theatre tradition from its origins to the Renaissance (450 BC - 1700 AD). Coursework includes lecture, discussion, readings and theatre practicum. Required attendance at a New York City theater event.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Offered in the Fall Semester
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FPA 226 - Theatre History: The Renaissance to the Modern Theatre
An overview of the history of the western theatre tradition from the Renaissance to the modern era (1700 AD - Present). Coursework includes lecture, discussion, readings and theatre practicum. Required attendance at a New York City theater event.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Offered in the Spring Semester
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FPA 229 - Introduction to Classical Acting
An introduction to classical styles of acting. Plays and other writings from the Ancient Greek, Ancient Roman, Medieval, Elizabethan, Jacobean, and Restoration eras and the 18th century will be explored. Concern with actor as creative instrument, basic techniques of stage movement. Required attendance at NYC theatre event. Reports and performance final.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Offered in the Spring Semester
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FPA 230 - Introduction to Acting
Theories of acting styles and techniques. Concern with actor as creative instrument. Exploration with the process in preparing for a role. It covers basic acting principles, including action, objective, obstacles, conflict, beats and given circumstances. The evolution of acting techniques, styles and significant contributors to the craft of acting will also be identified and discussed.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Offered in the Fall Semester
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FPA 234 - Practical Music Experience
This class is designed to provide fundamental musical skills including: learning to read musical notation, learn basic melody writing, instruction on recorder, hand drums and mallet instruments. Students will attend live performances and write on the experiences as well as give a class presentation on a research project.
Lecture
Credits: 3
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FPA 235 - Music in Film and Video
An overview of the evolution and use of music in film before and after the introduction of the sound track. The role of music will be studied and discussed using select examples of films and videotapes. Original compositions for films will be stressed, as well as innovative uses of existing scores.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Offered When Needed
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FPA 236 - History of Popular Music in America
The history of popular music as a part of American culture will be examined starting with minstrel shows and the music of Stephen Foster and continuing through to Rock of the late twentieth century. Critical listening, including a basic understanding of the principles underlying music composition, and academic engagement of popular forms will be emphasized. This class is directed at developing an understanding of the history of and role popular music has played in the development of the American culture. Societal issues such as race, gender roles and politics will be discussed as well. Classroom use of recorded examples will be used, student analysis of critical commentary will be included, as well as student attendance at a live on-campus performance.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Offered When Needed
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FPA 237 - Music in World Cultures
Music in World Cultures is the study of music and its place in the lives of peoples around the world and in the United States. Issues such as music and identity, music as a representation of a culture or ethnicity and the role of music in daily life will be discussed as well as the variety of musical instruments found throughout the world. Students will also have an opportunity to play world instruments as part of their study.
Lecture
Credits: 3
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FPA 238 - Music History: Medieval through Baroque
Directed at developing an understanding and appreciation for the development of Western concert music from the early Middle Ages (c. 500) through the High Baroque period (c. 1750), including a study of the general principles underlying musical forms and the analysis and interpretation of these forms. Classroom use of recorded and live illustrations supplemented by required attendance at live performances.
Lecture
Credits: 3
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FPA 239 - Music History: Classical through Modern
This class is directed at developing an understanding and appreciation for the development of Western concert music from the Classical period (c. 1750) through the modern era, including a study of the general principles underlying musical forms and the analysis and interpretation of these forms. Classroom use of recorded and live illustrations supplemented by required attendance at live performances.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Offered in the Fall Semester
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FPA 240 - Introduction to World Dance Forms
This course examines the confluence of factors that affected the development of dance forms in selected Western and non-Western societies, through lecture, viewing, writing, and discussion. Emphasis will be on the dance of India, Japan, the Middle East, and the Ireland and British Isles. Dance viewings at Iona College and New York City required.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Offered in the Spring Semester
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FPA 244 - Introduction to Ballet
An introduction to the art of ballet. Coursework includes study of ballet technique and history from classical to contemporary forms. Attendance at concerts is required.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Offered in the Fall Semester Offered in the Summer
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FPA 245 - Introduction to Choreography
This course introduces students to the investigation, study and practice of dance composition. Focus is placed on basic choreographic principles such as shape, space, time and structure. Emphasis on the development of individual movement vocabulary through improvisation as expressed in the performance of solo phrases, duets and group work. Further consideration is given to the ideas and choreography of influential choreographers. Student work, as well as that of noted choreographers, is critiqued in classroom discussion and written work. Classroom warm-up with an emphasis on fundamental principles of movement is given during each class. Required attendance at three NY City dance concerts and one on-campus. Final open studio showing of student dances is presented to an invited audience.
Lecture
Credits: 3
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FPA 246 - Digital Photography and Imaging Manipulation
This course will introduce students to the processes, methods and concepts of digital photography and the “virtual darkroom.” It is designed to develop the foundation for the visual literacy required to read, interpret and create the photographic images of the 21st century. Basic visual elements of design underlying all photography and applied photography are introduced. Students engage in the creative process of producing photographs with the digital camera, learn to make “darkroom” adjustments on their images, and begin to explore the various techniques of image manipulation made possible in Photoshop. Students must have a digital camera of 3.0 mega pixels or more and connectors for computer download of images. Visit to NYC museum required.
Lecture
Credits: 3
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FPA 250 - Modern Dance I
The principles and practice of modern dance. Focus on movement technique and expression, as well as the history and aesthetic beliefs of major contributors to the field. Attendance at concerts is required.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Offered in the Spring Semester Offered in the Summer
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FPA 258 - Music and Politics
Music and Politics examines the role music plays in various political arenas as a means of promoting electoral campaigns, political issues and identities. In addition, music used as a political tool of oppression and nationalism as well as the suppression or restriction of music and composers as well as issues of gender diversity and will be discussed.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Offered in the Fall Semester
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FPA 259 - Music Theory
This course examines the mechanics of music and how to understand and work with them. Fundamentals skills such as notation, scales, chords and melody will be studied leading to the composition of an original melody and the harmonizing of it. An understanding of the establishment and changes in music theory through the course of music history will be covered as well as experience attending and writing about a concert. Work is conducted through class lecture, discussion and group work, online drills, class presentation and regular homework assignments.
Lecture
Credits: 3
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FPA 260 - Jazz Dance: From Roots to Hip Hop and Beyond
Examination of the jazz dance idiom through movement, discussion, reading, writing and viewing. Course work focuses on the development of jazz as a distinctly American art form, from its African roots to its ever-evolving present in hip hop, house and club dance.
Lecture
Credits: 3
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FPA 275 - Women in Dance
The course examines the contributions and innovations of women choreographers, dancers, dance educators and dance critics. Focus is placed on how women have shaped the creation and profile of dance as an art form, the Western theatre, and what informs their artistic vision. Further consideration will be given to how society has evaluated, viewed and at a time directed the role of women in this disicpline. Students will attend two concerts; one in New York City and one at Iona College. Coursework involves lecture, discussion and viewing of dance works.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Offered in Alternate Years
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FPA 304 - Drawing and Painting II
A continuation of the principles and practice of drawing and painting begun in FPA 203 with emphasis on advanced techniques, new materials, and personal expression.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: FPA 203 or permission of department chair
Offered in the Spring Semester
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FPA 340 - Iona Dance Ensemble
The course focuses on the process of creating and performing of original works by resident faculty and guest choreographers. Developed choreographic works are rehearsed and presented in public performances. Participation in dance performance is required.
Lecture
Credits: 1
Instructor Consent Required
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FPA 359 - Music Theory
Music Theory is the study of common practice tonal harmony and melodic constructs. Students will learn to analyze and listen to music on a deep level. Material covered will include scales and tonal centers, intervals and chord construction and analysis, melodic harmonization and chord progression development and analysis. Ear training and solfege are included in this class. The final project will include harmonization of existing and original melodies and chorale analysis. Students must have experience in music and must gain permission of the instructor to take this class.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: FPA 234 or permission of instructor
Offered When Needed
Instructor Consent Required
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FPA 360 - Iona College Instrumental Ensemble
The course entails the exploration of different musical instrument combinations in a group setting. This is an opportunity to develop and increase your skills on a musical instrument. Coursework includes learning to work with a conductor, learning new music, musical interacting and study of varied repertoire.
Lecture
Credits: 1
Offered When Needed
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FPA 388 - Iona College Vocal Ensemble
This course offers an opportunity to develop and increase skills as a vocalist with like-minded singers. An incoming vocal ensemble member should be able to sing a song like “Happy Birthday” in tune and with correct rhythm. The rest of the student’s vocal progress will be taken care of by the professor. Those with past singing experience will see each voice grow and attain its highest potential.
Lecture
Credits: 1
Offered in the Spring Semester
Instructor Consent Required
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FPA 391 - Iona College Theatre Ensemble
The course provides a detailed study of the theory and practice of theatre and acting. The craft of ensemble theatre work with plays from the classical to the modern era will be performed and produced. Coursework includes learinng to work with a director, an ensemble, theatre designers and personnel, script exploration, research and exploration of character and plays will be included.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Offered When Needed
Instructor Consent Required
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FPA 403 - FPA Internship
An internship experience provides the student with a hands-on opportunity to explore career interests in arts leadership field while applying knowledge and skills learned in the classroom in a field setting. The experience also helps students obtain a clearer sense of what they will need to learn and offers and opportunity to build professional networks and shape their career goals.
Internship
Credits: 3
Offered in the Fall Semester
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FPA 404 - FPA Capstone Project
This course is a research-based course representing a culmination of the academic and internship experiences received by the student during their work towards the B.A. in Arts Leadership. Students will work on research techniques as well as oral presentation techniques resulting in a major paper and oral presentation of an arts leadership proposal that would be ready for real world presentation.
Independent Study
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: Senior Standing Only
Offered in the Spring Semester
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FPA 491 - Special Topics in Fine & Performing Arts
These courses will allow students to explore subjects not available in the regular fine arts curriculum.
Lecture
Credits: 1-3
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FLA 100 - Special Topics in Foreign Languages
A special topics elementary course focusing on a language different from those currently offered on a regular basis at the College. The course promotes the gradual development of the four language skills: comprehension, speaking, reading and writing.
Lecture
Credits: 3
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FLA 101 - Special Topics in Foreign Languages
A special topics elementary course focusing on a language different from those currently offered on a regular basis at the College. The course promotes the gradual development of the four language skills: comprehension, speaking, reading and writing.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Prerequsite: FLA 100
Offered in the Spring Semester
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FLA 200 - Special Topics in Foreign Languages
A special topics intermediate course focusing on a language different from those currently offered on a regular basis at the College. The object of the course is to continue to build a solid base in all four skills–speaking, listening, reading, and writing, as students are engaged in intermediate level grammatical structures and vocabulary. Prerequisite: Intermediate level in the language and permission of the department chair.
Lecture
Credits: 3
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FLA 201 - Special Topics in Foreign Languages
A special topics intermediate course focusing on a language different from those currently offered on a regular basis at the College. The object of the course is to continue to build a solid base in all four skills-speaking, listening, reading, and writing, as students are engaged in intermediate level grammatical structures and vocabulary.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: FLA 200 , intermediate level of the language and permission of the department chair
Offered in the Spring Semester
Department Consent Required
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FLA 300 - Special Topics in Foreign Languages
A special topics advanced course focusing on a language different from those currently offered on a regular basis at the College. This course treats advanced topics related to the history, culture, or literature in the target language. Advanced grammatical structures are presented as students approach advanced proficiency in the four skill areas: speaking, listening, reading, and writing.
Lecture
Credits: 3
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FRE 103 - Elementary French 1
Gradual development of the four language skills: comprehension, speaking, reading and writing, with an early introduction to short excerpts of contemporary literary works and the culture of the country. Three hours of class instruction and one hour of laboratory work per week. Credit only for students with no previous study of French.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Offered in the Fall Semester
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FRE 104 - Elementary French 2
Gradual development of the four language skills: comprehension, speaking, reading and writing, with an early introduction to short excerpts of contemporary literary works and the culture of the country. Three hours of class instruction and one hour of laboratory work per week.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: FRE 103
Offered in the Spring Semester
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FRE 150 - Beginning French Culture through Conversation
This is an elementary French course providing an overview of the civilization and culture of the Francophone community. Although there is a promotion of all four language skills: comprehension, speaking, reading and writing, emphasis is put on integrating the basic grammatical structures of the language into proficiency oriented activities focusing in on culturally relevant topics. There will be a use of videos, DVD’s, power-point presentations and a field trip will augment lectures and discussions.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Offered in Fall & Spring
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FRE 210 - Intermediate French 1
Review of the structure of the French language, intended to strengthen student’s aural/oral comprehension, develop their ability in written composition and increase their appreciation of French literature and civilization.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: FRE 104
Offered in the Fall Semester
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FRE 211 - Intermediate French 2
A further development of the student’s ability to use spoken and written French with special emphasis on the appreciation of French culture through readings in literature and contemporary texts.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: FRE 210 or equivalent
Offered in the Spring Semester
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FRE 250 - Intermediate French Culture Through Conversation
This is an intermediate French course providing an overview of the civilization and culture of the Francophone community. Although there is a promotion of all four language skills: comprehension, speaking, reading and writing, emphasis is put on integrating the basic grammatical structures of the language into proficiency oriented activities focusing in on culturally relevant topics. There will be a use of videos, DVDs, power-point presentations and a field trip will augment lectures and discussions. Three hours of class instruction and one hour of laboratory work per week (or as required by the instructor).
Lecture
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: FRE 150 or equivalent
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FRE 305 - Advanced French Composition 1
A course in advanced compsition whose object is to develop in the student the ability to write French with facility and correctness. Included are a review of grammar, consideration of stylistics, considerable out-of-class writing of essays, and some translations in French.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: FRE 211
Offered in Alternate Years Offered in the Spring Semester
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FRE 306 - Advanced French Composition 2
A course in advanced composition whose object is to develop in the student the ability to write French with facility and correctness. Included are a review of grammar,consideration of stylistics, considerable out-of-class writing of essays, and some translations into French.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: FRE 211
Offered in Alternate Years Offered in the Spring Semester
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FRE 307 - Advanced Conversation 1
The objective of this course is to develop the student’s ability to speak French with facility and correctness. The course requires intensive practice in spoken French, directed conversation, oral reports and discussion of cultural and literary material read in preparation for the class.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: FRE 211
Offered in Alternate Years Offered in the Fall Semester
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FRE 308 - Advanced Conversation 2
The objective of this course is to develop the student’s ability to speak French with facility and correctness. The course requires intensive practice in spoken French, directed conversation, oral reports and discussion of cultural and literary material read in preparation for the class.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: FRE 211
Offered in Alternate Years Offered in the Fall Semester
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FRE 311 - Commercial French
A practaical course in the vocabulary and idioms most used in commerical French language. Exercises in letter writing and reading and composition of reports. Especially geared towards those students who intend to work in international financial or business organizations. Taught in English and French.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: FRE 305
Offered in the Fall Semester
Department Consent Required
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FRE 312 - French Novel: From its Origins to Realism
A study of the French novel from its beginnings through Realism. Background lectures and critical analyses of selected works of major authors including Madame de LaFayette, Rousseau, Stendhal, Balzac, George Sand and Flaubert. Course conducted in French.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: FRE 305
Offered When Needed
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FRE 313 - The French Theater: From its Origins to Romantics
A study of the theater in France from the medieval through the romantic period. Background lectures and critical analyses of selected plays of major authors including Corneille, Moliere, Racine, Marivaux, Beaumarchais, Hugo, Vigny an Musset. Course conducted in French.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: FRE 305
Offered When Needed
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FRE 314 - Poetry And Short Story in France: Origins to the Eighteenth Century
A study of the masterpieces of poetry and the short story produced in France from the Middle Ages through the eighteenth century. Critical analyses of selected works of major authors including Villon, DuBellay, Ronsard, La Fontaine, Marie de France, Marguerite de Navarre and Voltaire. Course conducted in French.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: FRE 305
Offered When Needed
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FRE 417 - The French Novel: The Contemporary Period
A study of the French novel from Naturalism to the present. Background lectures and critical analyses of selected works of major authors including Zola, Proust, Gide, Malraux, Mauriac, Sartre, Camus and Robbe-Grillet. Course conducted in French.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: FRE 305
Offered When Needed
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FRE 418 - Contemporary French Theater
A study of the theater in France from the time of Scribe with ‘la piece bien faite’ and Dumas with ‘la piece a these’ through the Theater of the Absurd. Background lectures and critical analyses of selected plays of major authors including Becque, Rostand, Maeterlinck, Claudel, Giraudoux, Anouilh, Sartre, Beckett and Ionesco. Course conducted in French.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: FRE 305
Offered When Needed
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FRE 419 - Poetry and the Short Story in France in the Modern Period
A study of the principal poets and short story writers of France from Romanticism to the present. Background lectures and critical analyses of selected major works by representative authors including Hugo, Lamartine, the Parnassians, the Symbolists, Peguy, Valery, the Surrealists, Daudet, Maupassant, Anatole France and Ayme. Course conducted in French.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: FRE 305
Offered When Needed
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FRE 421 - French Civilization
Lectures and discussions on the geography, history, economy, and current problems, French architecture, literature, music, painting, and sculpture. Extensive use of audio-visual aids. Course conducted in French.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: FRE 305
Offered When Needed
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FRE 452 - Seminar in French Literature
A review of the great ideas and ideals learned in the liberal arts core curriculum in light of what has been taught in major courses, with a view to integrating for the students the two branches of their programs of studies. Readings, research and discussion of selected authors, works or genres of French literature.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Capstone Course Offered When Needed
Department Consent Required
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FRE 453 - Special Topics in French
The study of a selected topic concerning French or Francophone culture, language or literature.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Department Consent Required
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FRE 490 - Linked Internship in French
A supervised work experience tied to an Iona College advanced course in French that requires regular use of the French language at an advanced level. The work may be in a variety of fields and may typically take place in a company, institute or other educational institution. The student will work five to six hours a week over a period of eight to ten weeks. As the internship is designed to supplement and extend the goals of the course with which it is linked, and the student is required to meet regularly with the professor of the course, write reports related to the experience, and submit a final project.
Internship
Credits: 1
Prerequisite: major or minor in French in good academic standing and nine credits (3 courses) in advanced courses in French (300 or 400 level); by recommendation of the Department of Foreign Languages
Department Consent Required
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FRE 495 - Internship in French
A supervised work experience tied to an Iona College advanced course in French that requires regular use of the French language at an advanced level. The work may be in a variety of fields and may typically take place in a company, institute or other educational institution. The student intern is required to meet regularly with an internship advisor from the full-time faculty in French, write reports related to the experience and submit a final project.
Internship
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: major or minor in French in good academic standing and nine credits (3 courses) in advanced courses in Italian (300 or 400 level); by recommendation of the Department of Foreign Languages
Department Consent Required
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GER 103 - Elementary German 1
Gradual development of the four language skills: Comprehension, speaking, reading and writing, with an early introduction to short excerpts from contemporary literary works of the German culture. Credit only for students with no previous study of German.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Offered in the Fall Semester
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GER 104 - Elementary German 2
Gradual development of the four language skills: Comprehension, speaking, reading and writing, with an early introduction to short excerpts from contemporary literary works of the German culture. Credit only for students with no previous study of German.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: GER 103
Offered in the Spring Semester
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GER 150 - Beginning German Culture Through Conversation
Gradual development of the four language skills; comprehension, speaking, reading and writing, with an early introduction of excerpts from contemporary literary works. Introduction to German culture. Three hours of class instruction and one hour of laboratory drill. Credit only for students without previous German instruction.
German 150 is an elementary level course highlighting the most important aspects in the development of the Germanic world, while honing students’ ability of expression in the target language. It will focus on the diversity of the German speaking world.
The course will be taught with a flipped class method, where students will preview the grammar lessons as well as an introduction to the topic on-line before entering the class. Supplemental materials will be provided to initiate dialogue on the various topics.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Offered When Needed
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GER 203 - Intensive Intermediate German
Intensive review of the structure of the language intended to strengthen the student’s aural/oral comprehension and ability in written composition based on readings in modern literature.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: GER 104
Offered When Needed
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GER 311 - Commercial German
This course is designed to prepare the businessman who must deal with situations in the German business world and at the social level. Extensive vocabulary building to meet everyday commercial encounters. Insights on German life and manners.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Offered When Needed
Department Consent Required
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ITA 103 - Elementary Italian 1
Gradual development of the four language skills: comprehension, speaking, reading and writing, with an early introduction to short excerpts from contemporary literary works and Italian culture. Credit only for students with no previous study of Italian.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Offered in the Fall Semester
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ITA 104 - Elementary Italian 2
Gradual development of the four language skills: comprehension, speaking, reading and writing, with an early introduction to short excerpts from contemporary literary works and Italian culture. Credit only for students with no previous study of Italian.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: ITA 103
Offered in the Spring Semester
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ITA 109 - Basic Italian Language and Culture
This course will focus simultaneously on the fundamentals of the Italian language and Italian culture and history. Intended for students with no prior formal study of Italian, it is designed to be taken in conjunction with ITA 103 , complementing this course by exploring areas of grammar not typically treated in ITA 103 , such as the imperative and the past and future tenses will be through intensive drills and practice and by practicing in conversational settings learned structures. This course will also emphasize attainment of basic reading skills that will enable the student to access simple, but authentic texts. Longer readings in English that treat broad issues of Italian history and culture may be assigned.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Corequisite: ITA 103
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ITA 150 - Beginning Italian Culture through Conversation
This course focuses on the attainment of basic language skills of Italian, with particular emphasis on developing communicative skills. The course also provides an overview of Italian history and a critical exploration of Italian culture, particularly with regard to current trends. Classes conducted in Italian.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Offered in Fall & Spring
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ITA 203 - Intensive Intermediate Italian
Intensive review of the structure of the language intended to strengthen students’ oral comprehension and ability in written composition based on reading in modern literature. Three hours of class instruction and one hour of laboratory work.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: ITA 104
Offered in the Fall Semester
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ITA 205 - Intermediate Italian Language and Culture
This course will balance the concern for providing instruction in language skills with a strong view toward presenting Italy’s regions through a systematic and lively survey of the characteristics and customs unique to each region.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: ITA 203 or equivalent or permission of Chair.
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ITA 209 - The Italian People and Their Culture 1
An intensive on-the-scene study of Italy; a research into its past and present with visits to Rome, the Vatican, Castelgandolfo, Florence, Pisa and other locales rich in history, tradition, and culture. This course is open to non-majors of Italian and fulfills part of the present language requirement at Iona College. Offered in the Winter session when interest warrants.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: ITA 104
Offered When Needed
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ITA 224 - Italian Conversation 1
Conversation based on everyday topics and on readings taken from a wide range of current events in newspapers and/or magazines. The primary aim is to develop a speaking ability in Italian. Three hours of class instruction and one hour of laboratory work per week.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: ITA 104
Offered in the Fall Semester
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ITA 225 - Italian Conversation 2
Further conversation based on everyday topics and readings of current events in various periodicals. The primary aim of the course remains to develop a speaking ability in Italian. Three hours of class instruction and one hour of laboratory work per week.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: ITA 224
Offered in the Spring Semester
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ITA 250 - Italian Culture through Conversation
This course will balance the concern for providing instruction in language skills with a strong view toward presenting Italy’s regions through a systematic and lively survey of the characteristics and customs unique to each region. It will also provide a broad view of Italy’s development as a nation and its vital role in the contemporary world. Conducted in Italian.
Seminar
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: ITA 104 or ITA 150
Offered in Fall & Spring
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ITA 260 - Italian Civilization
This course taught in English provides an overview of Italian civilization, covering the major phases of Italian history from the early Greek and Etruscan colonies to the peninsula’s centrality to the Roman empire, from the medieval and early modern divisions of Italy to the Risorgimento and the creation of the Italian nation, from the drama of the wars in the early twentieth century to Italy today. Throughout this survey important political structures, social customs, commercial practices, and the evolution of the Italian language will be discussed, along with major figures in politics, science, and the arts. The course is conducted in English and may count to the Italian major.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Diversity, Cross-Cultural and Global Perspectives. Written Intensive. Offered in Fall & Spring
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ITA 261 - Italian American Experience
This course will explore the many connections between Italy and the Americas, from issues such as emigration and immigration, language and literature, translation, acculturation and cultural hybridization, and other cultural associations. The course will analyze influence in both directions: Italy’s influence on America and America’s influence on Italy in terms of the arts, political ideology, and social practices from the early nineteenth century to the present. The course is conducted in English.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Offered in Fall and Spring.
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ITA 265 - Dante’s Inferno
In this course, students will be introduced to the first part of The Divine Comedy, the Inferno, as well as Dante’s early work, the Vita nuova. Dante’s minor works, such as Il Fiore, the Monarchia, and Il Convivio may be presented in order to illuminate various aspects of The Divine Comedy. This course is conducted in English and fulfills both writing intensive and the Diversity/Cross-Cultural/Global requirement of the core curriculum.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Diversity, Cross-Cultural and Global Perspectives
Written Intensive
Offered in the Spring Semester
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ITA 266 - Sinners and Saints: Dante’s Purgatorio and Paradiso
After a brief overview of the first part of the Divine Comedy, the Inferno, this course will focus on the latter two canticles of the poem, the Purgatorio and the Paradiso. We will also consider Dante’s other works, such as the Vita nuova, the Monarchia, and Il Convivio, and the De Vulgari Eloquentia in order to illuminate some aspect of The Divine Comedy. This course is conducted in English.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Offered in Fall and Spring
Offered in Special Sessions
Written Intensive
Diversity, Cross-Cultural and Global Perspectives
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ITA 301 - Survey of Italian Literature 1
Historical survey of Italian literature from its origins to the present day. Reading of selections from the works of the most representative authors, with special attention to the fourteenth century, the Renaissance, and the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. Course conducted in Italian.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: ITA 225
Offered in Alternate Years Offered in the Fall Semester
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ITA 302 - Survey of Italian Literature 2
Historical survey of Italian literature from its origins to the present day. Reading of selections from the works of the most representative authors, with special attention to the fourteenth century, the Renaissance, and the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. Course conducted in Italian.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: ITA 225
Offered in Alternate Years Offered in the Spring Semester
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ITA 305 - Advanced Italian Composition 1
Course in advanced composition intended to develop the ability to write Italian with ease and correctness. Included are a review of grammer, consideration of stylistics, considerable writing of free essays, and translation into Italian.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: ITA 203
Offered in Alternate Years Offered in Fall & Spring
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ITA 306 - Advanced Italian Composition 2
Course in advanced composition intended to develop the ability to write Italian with ease and correctness. Included are a review of grammer, consideration of stylistics, considerable writing of free essays, and translation into Italian.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: ITA 203
Offered in Alternate Years Offered in Fall & Spring
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ITA 307 - Advanced Italian Conversation 1
Intensive practice in spoken Italian. There will be directed conversation, oral reports, and discussion in class on topics of general interest taken from current events and cultural material.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: ITA 225
Offered in Alternate Years Offered in Fall & Spring
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ITA 308 - Advanced Italian Conversation 2
Intensive practice in spoken Italian. There will be directed conversation, oral reports, and discussion in class on topics of general interest taken from current events and cultural material.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: ITA 225
Offered in Alternate Years Offered in Fall & Spring
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ITA 309 - The Italian People and Their Culture 2
An intensive on-the-scene study of Italy; a search into its past and present with visits to Rome, the Vatican, Castelgandolfo, Florence, Pisa and other locales rich in history, tradition and culture. This course is open to majors and advanced students. Conducted in Italian.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Offered When Needed
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ITA 311 - Italian for the Business World
A practical course in Italian structural forms and idioms used in today’s financial and business language. Extensive vocabulary building is designed to meet the needs of daily commercial and social encounters. Exercises in letter writing and reading and composition of reports. Course conducted in Italian.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: ITA 305
Offered in Alternate Years Offered in the Spring Semester
Department Consent Required
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ITA 313 - The Italian Theater
A survey of the Italian theater from the beginning to the present era. Attention to the position it holds in Italian literature and to its influence on world literature.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: ITA 305
Offered in Alternate Years Offered in the Spring Semester
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ITA 401 - Dante 1
‘The Divine Comedy’ will be stressed. Selections from the minor works, ‘Convivio’ and ‘Vita Nuova’ will be read and discussed. Lectures on ‘De Monarchia’ and ‘De Vulgari Eloquentia.’ Course conducted in Italian.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: ITA 305
Offered in Alternate Years Offered in Fall & Spring
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ITA 402 - Dante 2
‘The Divine Comedy’ will be stressed. Selections from the minor works, ‘Convivio’ and ‘Vita Nuova’ will be read and discussed. Lectures on ‘De Monarchia’ and ‘De Vulgari Eloquentia.’ Course conducted in Italian.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: ITA 305
Offered in Alternate Years Offered in Fall & Spring
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ITA 414 - Twentieth Century Italian Narrative
A study of the major narrative works of the century. Readings will be chosen from the representative authors of verismo, decadentism, naturalism and neo-realism. Course conducted in Italian.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: ITA 305
Offered Spring Semester Alternate Years
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ITA 415 - Twentieth Century Italian Theater and Poetry
A study of the major theatrical and poetic works of the century. Readings will be chosen from the fin du siecle to the experimentalists. Course conducted in Italian.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: ITA 305
Offered Spring Semester Alternate Years
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ITA 421 - Italian Civilization
The development of the Italian nation from the Roman Empire to the present day; outline of political history and cultural achievements; study of Italian painting, sculpture, architecture, music and literature; current problems; impact on the Western World. Course conducted in Italian.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Prerequisite: ITA 305
Offered in Alternate Years Offered in the Spring Semester
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ITA 422 - Italian Cinema
A study of Italian Cinema from a variety of cultural, artistic and historical perspectives from its origins in the first years of the 20th century to the present. The course centers on several of the great masterpieces of Italian cinema that emerged after World War II, often viewed under the rubric of neorealism. Issues include: the relation of the Italian film tradition to that of other nations; the relation of film to literature and theater; the questions of dramatic unity and verisimilitude in the presentation of plot and character; the social message or hidden assumptions of the writers and directors; and technical innovations. Course conducted in Italian.
Lecture
Credits: 3
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ITA 450 - Seminar in Italian Literature
A review of the great ideas and ideals learned in the liberal arts core curriculum in light of what has been taught in major courses, with a view to integrating for the students the two branches of their programs of studies. Readings, research and discussions of selected authors, works or genres of Italian literature.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Capstone Course Offered in the Spring Semester
Department Consent Required
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ITA 453 - Special Topics in Italian
Lecture
Credits: 3
Department Consent Required
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