"Beyond the acquisition of an ability to converse, read and write in another language and the obtaining ofan appreciation for cultural differences, the benefits of language study include enhanced mastery of one's own language and the ability to think critically and constructively.,, - Dr. lf arry Sturz Professor ofGreek Department
of Foreign Languages FACULTY Professors: R. Buss , Sturz , Wetzler, Wilmot Associate Professor: Morris Assistant Professor: Montgomery
Objectives: The department has primarily a service function supporting the overall objectives of the university and meeting the requirements of other academic departments and programs. Spanish and Greek offer concentrations as part of the humanities major. The general objectives of the department are to increase linguistic aptitude and give a limited insight into the cultural and literary values of other cultures. By taking courses in the depart ment of foreign languages it is intended that the student demon strate a basic knowledge of a language by being able to identify a standard vocabulary and essential grammatical structures; display a modest ability to translate literature; show an appreciation for the role of language as a function of the mind and medium of expression in another cu lture; acquire skills for using a foreign language as a research tool ; and develop an attitude and method for continued language learning necessary for bilingual service at home or abroad. Humanities Major: Foreign Language Concentration: Either Greek or Spanish may serve as the area of concentration and consis ts of 12 upper division units in either language. Advise ment for humanities majors with a Foreign Language Concentra tion is through the department of foreign languages. See page 72. NOTE: To fulfill the foreign language requirement for the Bache lor of Arts degree , it is necessary to complete three semesters of a modem language or four semesters of classical language , for a total of 12 units . Competency requirement: In following the sequence of courses in foreign languages the student must have a minimum grade of "C" to enroll in subsequent courses. FRENCH Students desiring to enroll in French should do so during their freshman and sophomore years. Students with high school French should consult with department for placement. 101 , 102 ELEMENTARY FRENCH (4, 4) Basic principles of pronunciation and grammar, vocabulary drill , graded reading. From the beginning, classroom conversations in French . Five hours each week .
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