Languages, Literatures and Cultures (LG_LT_CT)

LG_LT_CT 2005: Undergraduate Topics in Languages, Literatures, and Cultures-Humanities

Organized study of selected topics in literary and cultural studies. Subjects, specific content, and credits may vary from semester to semester.

Credit Hour: 1-3

LG_LT_CT 2050: Introduction to Migration Studies

Introduces the study of human migration from prehistorical times to the present. Students will explore why people move across regions and continents - voluntarily and involuntarily - and how these movements have shaped societies, cultures, and identities throughout history. Familiarizes students with the key ideas, terms, and approaches that define the field of migration studies. It examines major patterns and forms of migration, including labor migration, forced displacement, colonization, exile, and transnational mobility. Students will learn how to think critically about the social, political, economic, and cultural forces that drive migration, as well as the diverse experiences of migrants and host communities. In addition to historical and theoretical perspectives, the course places strong emphasis on how migration is represented and understood. Students will analyze portrayals of migration in literature, film, photography, journalism, and other forms of visual and written media. By studying these representations, students will consider how narratives about movement and belonging influence public opinion, policy, and identity. Students will have a foundational understanding of the main concepts, models, and debates in migration studies, and will be prepared to pursue more specialized courses in the minor.

Credit Hours: 3

LG_LT_CT 2105: Story of an Illness: Literature and Medicine

(same as ENGLSH 2105). Uses imaginative literature to complicate the question "What is medicine?" by exploring the ways in which medical matters are also stories. Students will read both medical histories and literary representations of health and illness through narrative medicine to critically examine the connections between medical stories and the broader culture.

Credit Hours: 3
Recommended: ENGLSH 1000

LG_LT_CT 2310: Literature of the African Diaspora

(same as BL_STU 2310). A postcolonial analysis of selected literary texts interpreting the African diaspora in the Americas. Exemplary texts from the Caribbean (English, French, Spanish), South America and the United States are discussed in comparative perspective. No knowledge of Spanish required.

Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: ENGLSH 1000

LG_LT_CT 2820: Trends in World Cinema

(same as FILMS_VS 2820, GERMAN 2820). This course is a historical overview of the major trends in international cinema. It focuses on the intersection of aesthetics, industry, and ideological and social concerns in cinematic production. Graded on A-F basis only.

Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: sophomore standing, ENGLSH 1800 or FILMS_VS 1800

LG_LT_CT 2888: Exploration of Research in Languages, Literatures, and Cultures

Introduction to humanities research through a mentored research assistantship with a faculty member from the School of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures. Students explore the research process by contributing to the development and execution of a faculty research project. Course appears on transcript for zero credit and does not count toward full-time enrollment. No tuition or fees are charged. Graded on S/U basis only.

Credit Hours: 0
Prerequisites: Instructor consent required

LG_LT_CT 3005: Undergraduate Topics in Languages, Literatures, and Cultures-Humanities

Organized study of selected topics in literary and cultural studies. Subjects, specific content, and credits may vary from semester to semester.

Credit Hour: 1-3

LG_LT_CT 3510: Think Global: Fundamentals of Globalization and Digital Technologies

(same as PEA_ST 3510). This interdepartmental course serves as one of the core seminars for students pursuing the undergraduate Certificate in Digital Global Studies. The course focuses on the impact of technological change and globalization on cultures around the world from various interdisciplinary perspectives. The course is open to students in any discipline. Graded on A-F basis only.

Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: Sophomore standing or instructor's consent

LG_LT_CT 3510H: Think Global: Fundamentals of Globalization and Digital Technologies - Honors

(same as PEA_ST 3510H). This interdepartmental course serves as one of the core seminars for students pursuing the undergraduate Certificate in Digital Global Studies. The course focuses on the impact of technological change and globalization on cultures around the world from various interdisciplinary perspectives. The course is open to students in any discipline. Graded on A-F basis only.

Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: Sophomore standing; 2.75 GPA or instructor's consent. Honors eligibility required

LG_LT_CT 3510HW: Think Global: Fundamentals of Globalization and Digital Technologies - Honors/Writing Intensive

(same as PEA_ST 3510HW). This interdepartmental course serves as one of the core seminars for students pursuing the undergraduate Certificate in Digital Global Studies. The course focuses on the impact of technological change and globalization on cultures around the world from various interdisciplinary perspectives. The course is open to students in any discipline. Graded on A-F basis only.

Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: Sophomore standing; 2.75 GPA or instructor's consent. Honors eligibility required

LG_LT_CT 3510W: Think Global: Fundamentals of Globalization and Digital Technologies - Writing Intensive

(same as PEA_ST 3510W). This interdepartmental course serves as one of the core seminars for students pursuing the undergraduate Certificate in Digital Global Studies. The course focuses on the impact of technological change and globalization on cultures around the world from various interdisciplinary perspectives. The course is open to students in any discipline. Graded on A-F basis only.

Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: Sophomore standing or instructor's consent

LG_LT_CT 4005: Topics in Language, Literature and Culture - Humanities

Organized study of selected topics. Subjects and earnable credit may vary from semester to semester. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 hours with departmental consent.

Credit Hour: 1-3
Prerequisites: instructor's consent
Recommended: junior standing

LG_LT_CT 4005W: Topics in Language, Literature and Culture - Humanities - Writing Intensive

LG_LT_CT 4060: Studies in Critical Theory

(same as ENGLSH 4060; cross-leveled with ENGLSH 7060, LG_LT_CT 7060). Focuses on questions raised by various critical theories, includes practice writing criticism that applies the theories to particular works. May repeat to six hours with department's consent. Graded on A-F basis only.

Credit Hours: 3
Recommended: Junior standing

LG_LT_CT 4120: Methods of Teaching Foreign Languages

(same as FRENCH 4120, SPAN 4120, LATIN 4121; cross-leveled with FRENCH 7120, SPAN 7120, LG_LT_CT 7120). Theory and techniques of current foreign language methodology and their application in the classroom. Presentation of instructional projects, classroom observations, and strategies for classroom management. May not be used for Arts and Science major. Graded on A-F basis only.

Credit Hours: 3

LG_LT_CT 4310: Literature of the African Diaspora

A study, in English translation, of writings by authors of African descent in the Americas.

Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: junior standing

LG_LT_CT 4810: Case Studies in an Inter/Multicultural World

(same as PEA_ST 4810). This inter-departmental course examines the ways in which people across the globe are affected every day by an unprecedented array of linkages that defy geographic and political boundaries. Also serves as one of the seminars for the certificate in Digital Global Studies. Graded on A-F basis only.

Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: Sophomore standing; 2.75 GPA or instructor's consent

LG_LT_CT 4850: Revolution and Media in a Global Perspective

(same as PEA_ST 4850; cross-leveled with LG_LT_CT 7850). This course offers a historical and global survey of the rise of modern revolution, from France to Haiti to Russia to the Black Power movement and beyond. Drawing on media studies and cultural studies, we will explore how revolutions are tied up in specific medial environments. This entails asking how media spread revolution, whether in print and visual culture, in the broadcast media of the twentieth century, or in the digital landscapes of the twenty-first century, and how revolutions can be understood themselves as media events. In the process students will develop a critical vocabulary for discussing the role of media in political and cultural revolution and counter-revolution in a global perspective. Graded on A-F basis only.

Credit Hours: 3

LG_LT_CT 4850H: Revolution and Media in a Global Perspective - Honors

(cross-leveled with LG_LT_CT 7850). This course offers a historical and global survey of the rise of modern revolution, from France to Haiti to Russia to the Black Power movement and beyond. Drawing on media studies and cultural studies, we will explore how revolutions are tied up in specific medial environments. This entails asking how media spread revolution, whether in print and visual culture, in the broadcast media of the twentieth century, or in the digital landscapes of the twenty-first century, and how revolutions can be understood themselves as media events. In the process students will develop a critical vocabulary for discussing the role of media in political and cultural revolution and counter-revolution in a global perspective. Graded on A-F basis only. Prerequisites: Honors eligibility required

Credit Hours: 3

LG_LT_CT 4850W: Revolution and Media in a Global Perspective - Writing Intensive

LG_LT_CT 4888: Advanced Research Assistantship in Languages, Literatures, and Cultures

An advanced humanities research experience structured as a mentored research assistantship with a faculty member from the School of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures. Students with prior research experience build on established skills by contributing substantively to the design, development, and execution of an ongoing faculty research project. Course appears on transcript for zero credit and does not count toward full-time enrollment. No tuition or fees are charged. Graded on S/U basis only.

Credit Hours: 0
Prerequisites: Instructor consent required
Recommended: Junior standing and previous undergraduate research experience

LG_LT_CT 4940: Internship in Intercultural Communication

(same as INTL_S 4940). This course provides an intercultural communication framework for students exploring global career pathways through internships in multicultural or multilingual organizational settings in the US or abroad. Readings and course assignments will guide students to critically reflect on cultural dynamics, communication styles, and global competencies to enhance their understanding and effectiveness in multicultural professional environments. Students will also explore and refine their career readiness through resume building, informational interviews, and skills assessments, with an emphasis on NACE competencies.

Credit Hour: 1-6
Prerequisites: Instructor consent required

LG_LT_CT 4945: Internship in Intercultural Communication (zero credit)

Internship experience for students interested in intercultural communication and competencies. Supervised internship work with approval of director of undergraduate studies or faculty member from the School of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures. Course appears on transcript for zero credit and does not count toward full-time enrollment. No tuition or fees are charged. Graded on S/U basis only.

Credit Hours: 0
Prerequisites: Department consent required

LG_LT_CT 4950: Engaging Missouri Immigrant Communities

Columbia, MO is a globally connected community. In partnership with MU's Office of Service Learning, we will collaborate in this course with local organizations as means of community-engaged learning. This course will ideally serve as a vehicle for students to develop a sustained commitment to civic service, and to informed engagement with immigrant communities, in particular. Course texts will provide knowledge about immigrant experiences and opportunity for reflection on social systems (resources and inequities), as well as individual positionality and paradigms of service.

Credit Hours: 3

LG_LT_CT 4955: Undergraduate Research in Languages, Literatures, and Cultures

An individualized undergraduate research experience with a faculty member from the School of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures (SLLC). Together with your faculty mentor, you will define, develop, and execute an independent research project in an area that is meaningful to you and relevant to the curriculum and research expertise in SLLC (language, literature, or culture, including film and media).

Credit Hour: 1-3
Prerequisites: Instructor consent required
Recommended: Sophomore standing or previous research experience

LG_LT_CT 7005: Graduate Topics in Languages, Literatures, and Cultures

Organized study of selected topics in literary and cultural studies. Subjects, specific content, and credits may vary from semester to semester.

Credit Hour: 1-3

LG_LT_CT 7060: Studies in Critical Theory

(same as ENGLSH 7060; cross-leveled with ENGLSH 4060, LG_LT_CT 4060). Focuses on questions raised by various critical theories, includes practice writing criticism that applies the theories to particular works. May repeat to six hours with department's consent. Graded on A-F basis only.

Credit Hours: 3

LG_LT_CT 7120: Methods of Teaching Foreign Languages

(same as FRENCH 7120 and SPAN 7120; cross-leveled with LG_LT_CT 4120, SPAN 4120, LATIN 4121, and FRENCH 4120). Theory and techniques of current foreign language methodology and their application in the classroom. Presentation of instructional projects, classroom observations, and strategies for classroom management. May not be used for Arts and Science major. Graded on A-F basis only.

Credit Hours: 3

LG_LT_CT 7850: Revolution and Media in a Global Perspective

(cross-leveled with LG_LT_CT 4850, PEA_ST 4850). This course offers a historical and global survey of the rise of modern revolution, from France to Haiti to Russia to the Black Power movement and beyond. Drawing on media studies and cultural studies, we will explore how revolutions are tied up in specific medial environments. This entails asking how media spread revolution, whether in print and visual culture, in the broadcast media of the twentieth century, or in the digital landscapes of the twenty-first century, and how revolutions can be understood themselves as media events. In the process students will develop a critical vocabulary for discussing the role of media in political and cultural revolution and counter-revolution in a global perspective. Graded on A-F basis only.

Credit Hours: 3

LG_LT_CT 8005: Graduate Topics in Languages, Literatures, and Cultures

Organized study of selected topics in literary and cultural studies. Subjects, specific content, and credits may vary from semester to semester.

Credit Hour: 1-3