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ARAB/LING 3251 Language in Arab Society
TTh 3:30pm-4:45pm
Mona Attwa

This course introduces the multilingual situation of Arab societies and presents fundamental concepts in sociolinguistics. Students study the major theories and frameworks of language variation and change and the influence of variables such as gender, social class, religion, and colonization on language choice. Students will understand the relationship between language, identity and ideology revealing power dynamics in Arab communities. The course is taught in English and no prior knowledge of Arabic language is required

CHIN 3321 Political Thought in Ancient China
T 3:30pm-6pm
Matthias Richter

Focuses on the political, religious, philosophical and literary aspects of ancient Chinese civilization (1500 B.C.-A.D. 200). Special attention is paid to foundational works that influenced later developments in Chinese culture. All readings are in English and taught in English. Recommended prerequisite: or .

^{(Optional: For students with basic reading skills in Chinese, there is an option to add a one credit ASIA 4001 class. Students will study texts and materials in Chinese in the class. Students will need to register separately in ASIA 4001-016. Please reach out to the instructor to be registered in the class)}

CHIN 4042 Readings in Classical Chinese
MWF 11:15am-12:05pm
Antje Richter

Introduces a wide spectrum of texts from pre-modern China: philosophical, historical, ghost stories, and poems (including the Ballad of Mulan). We will read these texts closely, focusing on their linguistic and literary features and on their cultural background.

HIND 1011 Introduction to South Asian Civilizations
MWF 1:25pm-2:15pm
Nidhi Arya

Survey of traditional and modern world views and experiences of people on the Indian subcontinent through literature and film, beginning with the Ramayana and including medieval tales, modern novels, and feature films. Taught in English.

JPNS 4120 Advanced Readings in Modern Japanese 2
MWF 11:15am-12:05pm
Mariko Yoshimura

Continuation of . Texts and selections vary from year to year.