Fall 2013 Young Scholars Offerings
Please note: The Fall 2013 application deadline is Friday, June 28.
AAS 102 - B: Eastern Religions
An historical introduction to Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, and Taoism. Attention is given to the cultural background, art, literature, philosophy, and institutional development of each tradition. This course is offered as both AAS 102 and RLS 102. 3 credits
LEC 01 MW 4:00 PM - 5:20 PM
AAS 222 - D: Indian Cinemas and Cultures
The course examines the contemporary global art form known as 'Indian cinemas' from its advent of the moving picture in the late 1800's to the present. In this Asian film course, we explore the various cinemas of India and the Indian diaspora such as Bollywood cinema, art cinema, films by Indian directors inside and outside India, music videos, and documentaries. Factors behind its ascent to the most popular art form as well as a lucrative medium of entertainment and potent vehicle for social change not only in India but also beyond its shores are examined in some depth. We discover how these various Indian cinemas address and depict the social mores, cultural practices and political issues of the South Asian subcontinent. Themes for our discussions include but are not limited to nationalism, sexuality, censorship, activism, tradition, modernity, identity, gender roles, and the pleasures and politics of song, dance and music, as we look at historical, thematic and aesthetic issues of these cinemas and their impact and influence in India as well as globally. 3 credits
LEC 02 TU 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
AAS 250 - K: Languages and Cultures of Asian Americans
Study of language use and cultural accommodation in selected Asian American communities in relation to the changing roles of Asians in U.S. society from the early democracy to the present. Issues include linguistic and cultural diversity of Asia and Asian Americans; comparison of Asian and European immigration patterns; struggle for equality and acceptance; cultural factors in assimilation; patterns of Asian language use and maintenance in various domains; the role of language in ethnic identity; attitudes toward English and bilingualism; bilingualism as a problem and as a resource. 3 credits
LEC 01 MW 4:00 PM - 5:20 PM
AAS 256 - J: Hinduism
Survey of the principal religious and philosophical currents of Hindu civilization in India from the time of the Vedas and Upanishads through the development of the major devotional ways and schools of thought current in India today. These include the polytheism of Hindu mythology, the theism of various forms of devotional practice, and the monotheism and nondualism of Hindu philosophy. 3 credits
LEC 01 MW 5:30 PM - 6:50 PM
AFS 101 - F: Themes in the Black Experience I
An historical survey of the experience of black people against the background of a thorough review of American history and the events which impacted upon the black experience in America. This course also examines the responses of African Americans to the changing historical circumstances that they encountered in the United States. Consideration is also given to the similarities and differences among the lifestyles of people of African descent in America. This course treats themes to 1865. 3 credits
LEC 01 MW 4:00 PM - 5:20 PM
AMS 210: Applied Linear Algebra
An introduction to the theory and use of vectors and matrices. Matrix theory including systems of linear equations. Theory of Euclidean and abstract vector spaces. Eigenvectors and eigenvalues. Linear transformations. May not be taken for credit in addition to MAT 211. Prerequisite: AMS 151 or MAT 131 or 141 or corequisite MAT 126 or completion of AP Calculus (BC). 3 credits
LEC 03 TUTH 4:00 PM - 5:20 PM
ARH 101 - D: Art in Culture from Prehistoric Times to the Age of the Cathedrals, ca. 1400 A.D.
A survey of the history of painting, sculpture, and architecture from its beginnings in prehistoric times to the end of the Middle Ages. Works of art are studied both as individual monuments with intrinsic aesthetic appeal and as expressions of the needs, ideals, and aspirations of the particular society in which they were created. 3 credits
LEC 04 TUTH 4:00 PM - 5:20 PM
ARH 102 - D: Art in Culture from the Early Renaissance, ca.1400, to Postmodernism
A survey of the history of painting, sculpture, and architecture from the Renaissance to the present day. Works of art are studied both as individual monuments with intrinsic aesthetic appeal and as expressions of the needs, ideals, and aspirations of the particular society in which they were created. 3 credits
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LEC 04 TUTH 4:00 PM - 5:20 PM
LEC 01 TUTH 5:30 PM - 6:50 PM
CCS 101 - B: Introduction to Cinema & Cultural Studies
An examination of mediated images and how they characterize and shape our everyday lives. Students learn how to recognize, read, and analyze visual media (which may include: film, television, advertising, photography, music videos, art, graphic design, machinima, and web-based images) within the social, cultural, and political contexts of cinema and cultural studies. 3 credits
LAB L01 TH 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
CCS 205 - D: Cinema History: Late 19th Century to WWII
An introductory study of cinema history from the 19th century to World War II. Emphasis is placed on cinema history within the contexts of: exhibition, audience, regulation, technology, film form, style, and movements, industry, distribution, and select national contributions. 3 credits
LAB L01 TU 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
DAN 102 - D: Intro to World Dance Cultures
An introduction to the properties and elements of dance in order to understand and appreciate it in a variety of contexts. Dance is considered as art, recreation, social interaction, and entertainment through investigation of societal attitudes, cultural norms, and creative styles of individuals. Formerly offered as THR 102. Not for credit in addition to THR 102. 3 credits
LEC 01 TUTH 5:30 PM - 6:50 PM
EHM 118 - E: Introduction to the Natural History of Long Island
This multidisciplinary course focuses on the natural history of Long Island and the ecological analysis of local forests, salt marshes, marine intertidal systems and bogs. Students will become familiar with observation techniques and conceptual approaches used to investigate ecological patterns and processes in the local environment. 3 credits
LEC 01 MW 5:30 PM - 6:50 PM
EUR 101 - G: Foundations of European Culture
This course presents students with the thinking from a variety of disciplines that influenced the development of the diverse national cultures of Europe. Students are exposed to a chronological representation of the major ways that classical Greek, Roman, Judeo-Christian, and Islamic cultures contributed to the making of individual national cultures and identities of the major countries of Europe. 3 credits
LEC 01 TUTH 7:00 PM - 8:20 PM
FRN 111: Elementary French I
An introduction to spoken and written French, stressing pronunciation, speaking, comprehension, reading, and writing. Language Center supplements class work. FRN 111 is designed for students who have no prior knowledge of the language. A student who has had two or more years of French in high school (or who has otherwise acquired an equivalent proficiency) may not take FRN 111 without written permission from the supervisor of the course. May not be taken for credit in addition to FRN 101. 4 credits
LEC 03 APPT 7:00 PM - 8:50 PM ***AND***
REC R03 MW 7:00 PM - 8:50 PM
GEO 102 - E: The Earth
A summary of the processes that have shaped the earth and the other terrestrial planets as inferred from study of their surface materials, structural features, and interiors. Topics include the earth in the solar system; earth materials and rock-forming processes; surface processes and their bearing on human activities; crustal deformation and global tectonics; the earth's interior; and the geological features, compositions, and evolution of the terrestrial planets. 3 credits
LEC 01 MW 4:00 PM - 5:20 PM
GER 111: Elementary German I
An introduction to spoken and written German, stressing pronunciation, speaking, comprehension, reading, writing, and culture. The course consists of four hours in a small section conducted in German, and one laboratory hour. The course is designed for students who have no prior knowledge of German. A student who has had two or more years of German in high school (or who has otherwise acquired an equivalent proficiency) may not take GER 111 without written permission from the supervisor of the course. 4 credits
LEC 03 APPT 5:30 PM - 7:20 PM ***AND***
REC R03 TUTH 5:30 PM - 7:20 PM
GRK 121: Elementary Modern Greek I
An introduction to spoken and written Modern Greek, stressing pronunciation, speaking, comprehension, reading, and writing. Language Center supplements class work. The course is designed for students who have no prior knowledge of the language. Students who have had two or more years of Modern Greek in high school (or who has otherwise acquired an equivalent proficiency) may not take GRK 121 without written permission from the supervisor of the course. May not be taken for credit in addition to GRK 101. 3 credits
LEC 01 TUTH 4:00 PM - 5:20 PM
GRK 221 - S3: Intermediate Modern Greek I
First course in an intermediate course sequence in the reading and interpretation of a wide variety of selected Modern Greek texts. Completion of grammatical and syntactic points not covered in Elementary Modern Greek. Extensive practice in communicative ability. Prerequisite: GRK 101 or GRK 122 or Permission of the Instructor 3 Credits
LEC 01 Tues/Thurs 2:30 pm - 3:50 pm
HUE 269 - I: Topics in Contemporary Slavic Culture
Analysis and discussion of contemporary cultural topics dealing with Russia or Eastern and East Central Europe. Attention is paid to the historic political, social, aesthetic, and cultural forces out of which contemporary culture has evolved. Recent topics have included the apocalypse in literature; 20th-century Poland; Yugoslavia, past and present. Semester supplements to this Bulletin contain specific description when course is offered. May be repeated as the topic changes. 3 credits
LEC 01 MW 5:30 PM - 6:50 PM
HUS 254 - J: Latin America Today
An introduction to a continental perspective of 20th-century Latin American culture. Latin America's political, historical, and cultural developments of this century are studied. 3 credits
LEC 01 MW 4:00 PM - 5:20 PM
ITL 111: Elementary Italian I
An introduction to spoken and written Italian, stressing pronunciation, speaking, comprehension, reading, and writing. Selected texts are read. Practice in language laboratory supplements class work. ITL 111 is designed for students who have no prior knowledge of the language. A student who has had two or more years of Italian in high school (or who has otherwise acquired an equivalent proficiency) may not take ITL 111 without written permission from the supervisor of the course. May not be taken for credit in addition to ITL 101. 4 credits
LEC 02 TUTH 4:00 PM - 5:50 PM ***AND***
REC R02 APPT 4:00 PM - 5:50 PM
JRN 101 - B: News Literacy
How do you know if you're getting the truth from the news media? This course is designed to prepare students to become more discriminating news consumers. It will examine standards of reliability and accuracy in news gathering and presentation, and seek to establish the differences between news and propaganda, assertion and verification, bias and fairness, and infotainment and journalism. Students will be encouraged to critically examine news broadcasts, newspaper articles and Web sites. Visiting journalists will be questioned about the journalistic process and decision-making. JRN 101 and JRN 103 are mutually exclusive; JRN 101 cannot be taken for credit in addition to JRN 103 or vice versa. Pre- or corequisite: WRT 101 or higher or equivalent, or permission of department. 3 credits
LEC 01 M 7:00 PM - 8:20 PM
and one of:
R01 RECW 4:00 PM - 5:20 PM
R02 RECW 4:00 PM - 5:20 PM
R03 RECW 5:30 PM - 6:50 PM
R04 RECW 5:30 PM - 6:50 PM
R05 RECW 7:00 PM - 8:20 PM
R06 RECW 7:00 PM - 8:20 PM
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LEC 04 TU 7:00 PM - 8:20 PM
and one of:
R19 RETH 4:00 PM - 5:20 PM
R20 RETH 5:30 PM - 6:50 PM
R21 RETH 5:30 PM - 6:50 PM
R22 RETH 7:00 PM - 8:20 PM
R23 RETH 7:00 PM - 8:20 PM
MAT 200: Logic, Language and Proof
A basic course in the logic of mathematics, the construction of proofs and the writing of proofs. The mathematical content is primarily set theory, combinatorics and Euclidean geometry. There is considerable focus on writing. Prerequisites: Completion of Advanced Placement Calculus (BC) with a 4 or 5 on the AP Exam. 3 credits
LEC 01 MW 4:00 PM - 5:20 PM
MUS 119 - D: The Elements of Music
Beginning with the rudiments of music, such as meter, tempo, rhythm, and how to read notes in several clefs, this "hands on" course goes on to examine how music is organized, covering scales, keys, intervals, chords, form, and style in classical music. Students also compose throughout the semester and sharpen their listening skills through attendance at concerts. Serves as prerequisite to many music department courses. 3 credits
Pick ONE Lecture:
LEC 03 MW 4:00 PM - 5:20 PM
LEC 04 TUTH 4:00 PM - 5:20 PM
LEC 05 MW 5:30 PM - 6:50 PM
LEC 06 TUTH 7:00 PM - 8:20 PM
MUS 261: Stony Brook Chorale
Study and performance of a repertory from the Middle Ages to the present. Grading is based upon attendance. Ability to read music is required; advanced sight-reading is not. May be repeated. Prerequisite: Audition, held at first class meeting; ability to read music. 1 credit
LAB L01 M 7:15 PM - 9:45 PM
MUS 262: University Orchestra
Study and performance of works from the repertory of the concert orchestra. Grading is based upon attendance. May be repeated. This course has an associated fee. Please see www.stonybrook.edu/coursefees for more information. Prerequisite: Audition required. 1 credit
LAB L01 TU 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
MUS 263: University Wind Ensemble
Study and performance of works for ensembles of woodwinds, brass, and percussion in various combinations. Grading is based upon attendance. May be repeated. This course has an associated fee. Please see www.stonybrook.edu/coursefees for more information. Prerequisite: Audition required. 1 credit
LAB L01 W 6:50 PM - 9:50 PM
MUS 264: Big Band Jazz Ensemble
Study and performance of works for jazz ensemble. Grading is based on attendance. May be repeated. This course has an associated fee. Please see www.stonybrook.edu/coursefees for more information. Prerequisite: Audition required. 1 credit
LAB L01 M 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
PHI 100 - B: Concepts of the Person (II)
An historical introduction to philosophy through readings and discussion on topics such as human identity, human understanding, and human values. 3 credits
LEC 04 TUTH 5:30 PM - 6:50 PM
PHI 104 - B: Moral Reasoning (II)
An introduction to philosophy through inquiry into the formation, justification, and evaluation of moral judgments. Students are introduced to the major theories and problems of ethics, such as utilitarianism, Kant's categorical imperative, ethical relativism, egoism, and classical conceptions of the good and virtue. Against this background students engage in discussions of contemporary moral issues. 3 credits
Pick ONE Lecture:
LEC 04 MW 4:00 PM - 5:20 PM
LEC 01 TUTH 5:30 PM - 6:50 PM
POL 101 - F: World Politics
Analysis of the basic concepts and issues of international relations in the contemporary international system. The behaviors of states and their decision makers are considered according to various models of national and international conflict. The relationship between the characteristics of nations and their foreign policies is studied on a comparative basis. 3 credits
LEC 02 MW 5:30 PM - 6:50 PM
POL 102 - F & 4: Introduction to American Government
What the informed citizen and specialist should know about the organization of American government, including the Constitution and what it means today, the Congress, political parties, pressure groups, growth of the Presidency, the Supreme Court, judicial review, federalism, separation of powers, and the Bill of Rights. May not be taken for credit in addition to POL 105. 3 credits
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LEC 05 MW 5:30 PM - 6:50 PM
LEC 03 TUTH 7:00 PM - 8:20 PM
PSY 103 - F: Introduction to Psychology
An introduction to research and theory in psychology in such areas as learning, perception, cognition, biopsychology, development, personality, and abnormal and social psychology. As part of the course, students must participate in experiments and/or a library research project. 3 credits
LEC 01 MW 5:30 PM - 6:50 PM
SPN 111: Elementary Spanish I
An introduction to spoken and written Spanish, stressing pronunciation, speaking, comprehension, reading, and writing. Language laboratory supplements class work. Intended for students without any prior knowledge of the language, or those with a High School Regents score of less than 74. All entering students who have not taken the Regents exam should take a placement exam to evaluate their proficiency. Please see https://llrc.stonybrook.edu/placement-exams for more information. 4 credits
REC R91 TUTH 7:00 PM - 8:50 PM
THR 117: Media: Analysis and Culture
This introductory course addresses the cultural production and reception of media that influence public discourse. It involves textual, social, and cultural analysis of film, television, and new media. Debates about mass culture, interpretation, media characteristics, aesthetic choices, and the effect of content choices are explored. 3 credits
LEC 01 TU 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
WST 111 - G: Introduction to Queer Studies in the Humanities
A survey of historical representations of queer difference from the late 19th century to the present. Works of visual art, literary representations and poetry are examined as evidence of the shifting understanding of lesbian/gay/bisexual/transgendered/queer identity. 3 credits
LEC 01 MW 4:00 PM - 5:20 PM