German, B.A.

Associate professor: Gudrun Hoobler

Mission

Create and transmit knowledge concerning the German language, literature and culture in a climate that promotes ease of communication and mutual understanding.

Learning Outcomes

Speak, aurally comprehend, write and read German at a level suitable for graduate education or careers in business, government, social services or tourism.
Explain and apply German cultural and historical perspectives to events and ideas in a globalized society.
Analyze and critique original texts and cultural artifacts from German sources.

Core Courses

Choose two 300- or 400-level courses with German focus: (6-8)

May include, but not limited to:

A 304 History of Modern Art, 1789-1914 Credits: 4
A 305 History of Modern Art, 1914-1965 Credits: 4
A 306 History of Modern Art, 1965-Present Credits: 4
ENG 340 Period Studies in Continental European Literature Before 1700 Credits: 4
ENG 341 Period Studies in Continental European Literature After 1700 Credits: 4
ENG 441 Studies in Continental European Literature Credits: 4
GEOG 306 Geographies of Development Credits: 4
GEOG 410 Global Issues Credits: 4
GEOG 418 International Trade and Transportation Credits: 4
GEOG 433 Political Geography Credits: 4
HST 411 World Problems Credits: 4
HST 422 Germany: The 19th Century Credits: 4
HST 423 Germany 1914 to 1945 Credits: 4
HST 424 Postwar German History Credits: 4
HST 428 19th-Century Europe Credits: 4
HST 429 20th-Century Europe: From World Wars to Cold War Credits: 4
MUS 361 Music History II Credits: 3
MUS 362 Music History III Credits: 3
PHL 314 Modern European Philosophy Credits: 3
PHL 316 Contemporary Philosophy Credits: 3
PS 462 Politics and Government of Europe Credits: 3

Total Credits (55-58)

Note:

Study abroad, internship or capstone project: The German Studies major requires study abroad or an internship in a German-speaking country. If the student is unable to study or intern abroad, the adviser will help design a capstone project that meets the objectives of study abroad.

* Students who begin courses beyond 201 must identify substitute credits with their adviser.