Language & Literature
Resources
Contact Information
Jonathan Ivry
Associate Professor
Phone: 262-472-5061
Location: Laurentide Hall 3207
Elizabeth Lamb
Department Associate
Phone: 262-472-1036
Location: Laurentide Hall 3209
German Courses
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BEGINNING GERMAN I
German 141, Credits: 4Introduction to the fundamental structure of German, equally emphasizing the skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing.
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BEGINNING GERMAN II
German 142, Credits: 4Continuation of GERMAN 141.
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INTERMEDIATE GERMAN I
German 251, Credits: 4Systematic deepening and improving of the four language skills with emphasis on the grammatical structure. Selected reading.
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INTERMEDIATE GERMAN II
German 252, Credits: 4Continuation of GERMAN 251 including outside reading in the area of the student's interest.
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GERMAN PHONETICS
German 310, Credits: 3Brief history of the German language, study of German speech sounds, oral practice including lab work. Very important for future German teachers.
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ADVANCED GERMAN LANGUAGE STUDY I
German 321, Credits: 3A thorough study of the structure of German with practice in oral and written application.
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ADVANCED GERMAN LANGUAGE STUDY II
German 322, Credits: 3Same as GERMAN 321 but using different materials.
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READINGS IN MODERN GERMAN LITERATURE
German 331, Credits: 3Reading and discussion of plays and short stories for comprehension and vocabulary building.
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READINGS IN MODERN GERMAN LITERATURE
German 332, Credits: 3Reading and discussion of selected plays, short stories and poems for comprehension and vocabulary building.
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GERMAN CIVILIZATION
German 350, Credits: 3The political and cultural development of the German-speaking people with emphasis on present-day Germany, Austria and Switzerland.
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GERMAN LANGUAGE AND CULTURE THROUGH FILM
German 360, Credits: 3This course will explore contemporary film of the German-speaking world as a vehicle for listening comprehension, vocabulary building, written and oral proficiency, and cultural literacy. Significant time will be spent analyzing the content and context of the films based on their cultural, historical, social and political themes.
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GERMAN FOR BUSINESS
German 370, Credits: 3This course will present you with an introduction to the German business world, the larger context within which it is nestled (political/economical system) and provide you with a basic, practical set of tools (vocabulary, cultural knowledge) to help you function in various business settings. The course curriculum is designed around discussions of up-to-date economic and political issues and around "hands-on" experience with practical everyday situations, which you will practice in role-plays /group work (e.g. phone etiquette) and by completing written assignments (resume, e-mails, business letters, etc.).
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GERMAN CONVERSATION
German 390, Credits: 1-2A course designed to maintain and increase oral fluency in German. Emphasis on spontaneous use of the language. Repeatable for a maximum of 6 credits in major/degree.
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SURVEY OF GERMAN LITERATURE
German 451, Credits: 3General history of German literature from its beginnings to the end of the eighteenth century. Readings from representative works.
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SURVEY OF GERMAN LITERATURE
German 452, Credits: 3General history of German literature from the end of the eighteenth century to the present. Readings from representative works.
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WORKSHOP
German 490, Credits: 1-3Variable topics. Group activity oriented presentations emphasizing `hands on` and participatory instructional techniques. Repeatable
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TRAVEL STUDY
German 491, Credits: 1-3Variable topics. Faculty-led courses abroad.
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INTERNSHIP IN GERMAN
German 493, Credits: 1-3Internships are available in business, government or social service agencies for suitably prepared students wishing to pursue a career that involves foreign languages. Repeatable. Satisfactory/No Credit Grade Basis Only.
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SEMINAR
German 494, Credits: 1-3Variable topics. Group activity. An advanced course of study in a defined subject matter area emphasizing a small group in intense study with a faculty member. Repeatable one time.
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SPECIAL STUDIES
German 496, Credits: 1-3Variable topics. Group activity. Not offered regularly in the curriculum but offered on topics selected on the basis of timeliness, need, and interest, and generally in the format of regularly scheduled Catalog offerings. Repeatable.
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EXCHANGE STUDY
German 497, Credits: 1-26Variable topics. Repeatable
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INDEPENDENT STUDY
German 498, Credits: 1-3Study of a selected topic or topics under the direction of a faculty member. Repeatable for a maximum of 6 credits in major/degree.
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INDEPENDENT STUDY - UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH
German 498R, Credits: 1-3Study of a selected topic or topics under the direction of a faculty member. Repeatable for a maximum of 6 credits in major/degree.
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