Subject | Course | Section | Course Title | Course Description | Instructor | Files | Term |
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ITAL | 201 | 001 | Intermediate Italian 1 |
Advanced study of grammar. Conversation sessions based on intermediate-level readings reflecting contemporary Italian life. Intensive practice in the spoken and written language.
Offered in a blended format with online and on campus components, in collaboration with the University of Guelph |
Fall 2023 | ||
ITALST | 100 | 081 | Understanding Modern Italy |
This course examines Italy's transformation from Unification in 1861 to present day. Students will explore its paradoxes and challenges through films and readings on topics such as the World Wars, the rise of fascism, internal terrorism, and migration in order to gain an understanding of contemporary Italian society and culture.
Offered online |
Fall 2023 | ||
ITALST | 120 | 001 | Italian Cinema |
This is a survey of the most representative works of Italian cinema, from the early 20th century to present day. Students will gain an understanding and appreciation of one of the most influential world cinemas. Special attention will be given to cinematic movements, the role of directors, and cult movies.
Offered on campus |
Fall 2023 | ||
ITALST | 265 | 001 | The Mafia |
This course analyzes the visual media representation of the Mafia in North America and the manner in which it often glorifies the Italian Mafiosi's lifestyle. The goal is to deconstruct the romanticized portrayal of the Italian and Italian-American gangster created in visual media by analyzing atrocities committed by organized crime.
Offered on campus |
Fall 2023 | ||
ITALST | 291 | 081 | Italian Culture and Civilization 1 |
A survey of developments in Italian culture - history, literature, and the arts - up to and including the Renaissance.
Offered online |
Fall 2023 | ||
LS | 101 | 001, 002, 081 | Introduction to Legal Studies |
An introduction to the study of law, its structure, and legal institutions from a cross-cultural and historical perspective. This interdisciplinary course examines the origins of legal systems and their impact on society. Included is an analysis of the diverse historical, political, economic, and cultural conditions under which law arises and functions within society.
Offered on campus, online with synchronous meet times, and online asynchronous |
Fall 2023 | ||
LS | 229 | 001 | Selected Topics in Criminology |
Sociological analysis of research and theory on selected criminal activities. Motivation, modus operandi, and the social characteristics of offenders will be examined in relation to such specific crimes as drug and sexual offenses, theft, robbery, murder, organized crime, and/or other criminal activities.
Held with SOC 229
Offered on campus |
Fall 2023 | ||
LS | 235 | 001 | History of Ancient Law |
A historical introduction to law in the ancient world. Babylonian, Assyrian, Hittite, and Roman law, legal practices, and concepts will be examined.
Held with HIST 210, CLAS 210
Offered on campus |
Fall 2023 | ||
PSYCH | 272 | 001 | Psychology and Law |
Psychological principles drawn from a variety of subdisciplines (e.g., social, clinical, cognitive) will be surveyed in terms of their relevance and application to the legal system. Topics may include jury selection and decision-making, eyewitness testimony, insanity defense, competency assessment, risk assessment, and attitudes toward law and the legal process.
Held with PSYCH 230
Offered on campus |
Fall 2023 | ||
LS | 292 | 001 | Literature and the Law |
A study of literary works that involve legal matters and/or have led to litigation on such grounds as obscenity, treason, heresy, libel, and plagiarism.
Held with ENGL 213
Offered on campus |
Fall 2023 |