Hamilton College Catalogue 2004-05

Hamilton College Catalogue

2004-05

Hamilton College Calendar, 2004-05 2

History of the College 3

Academic Information College Purposes and Goals 5

Academic Programs and Services 7

Academic Regulations 16

Honors 29

Postgraduate Planning 31

Enrollment Admission 33

Tuition and Fees 37

Financial Aid 40

General Information Campus Buildings and Facilities 43

Student Life 48

Campus Cultural Life 52

Athletic Programs and Facilities 56

Courses of Instruction Course Descriptions and 58

Requirements for

Concentrations and Minors

Appendices Scholarships, Fellowships

and Prizes 221

Federal and State

Assistance Programs 251

The Trustees 255

The Faculty 257

Officers, Administration, Staff and

Maintenance & Operations 275

Enrollment 284

Campus Crime Statistics 285

Degree Programs 286

Family Educational Rights 287

Index 289

August 2004

Clinton, New York 13323

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Hamilton College Calendar, 2004-05

Aug. 24-28 Tuesday-Saturday New Student Orientation

2 8 S a t u r d ay Residence halls open for upperclass students, 9 am

3 0 Monday Fall semester classes begin, 8 am

Sept. 3 Friday Last day to add a course or exercise

credit/no credit option, 2 pm

Oct. 1 Friday Fall recess begins, 4 pm

6 Wednesday Classes resume, 8 am

8 Friday Last day to declare leave of absence for

Spring semester 2005

8-10 Friday-Sunday Fallcoming

15 Friday Academic warnings due

22 Friday Last day to drop a course without penalty, 2 pm

29-31 Friday-Sunday Family Weekend

Nov. 8-23 Registration period for Spring 2005 courses

(tentative)

23 Tuesday Thanksgiving recess begins, 4 pm

29 Monday Classes resume, 8 am

Dec. 10 Friday Fall semester classes end

11-13 Saturday-Monday Reading period

14-19 Tuesday-Sunday Final examinations

20 Monday Residence halls close, noon

Jan. 12-15 We d n e s d ay - S a t u r d ay New Student Orientation

15 Saturday Residence halls open, 9 am

17 Monday Spring semester classes begin, 8 am

21 Friday Last day to add a course or exercise

credit/no credit option, 2 pm

Last day for seniors to declare a minor

Feb. 7-11 Monday-Friday Sophomores declare concentration

25 Friday Last day to declare leave of absence for

Fall semester 2005

March 4 Friday Academic warnings due

11 Friday Spring recess begins, 4 pm

Last day to drop a course without penalty, 2 pm

12 Saturday Residence halls close, noon

26 Saturday Residence halls open, 9 am

28 Monday Classes resume, 8 am

April 4-22 Registration period for Fall 2005 courses

(tentative)

May 6 Friday Class and Charter Day ; S p r ing semester classes end

7-9 Saturday-Monday Reading period

10-15 Tuesday-Sunday Final examinations*

22 Sunday Commencement

23 Monday Residence halls close for seniors, noon

*Non-senior students are expected to vacate residence halls 24 hours after their last exam.

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History of the College

Hamilton College had its beginnings in a plan of education drawn up by Samuel

Kirkland, missionary to the Oneida Indians.The heart of the plan was a school for

the children of the Oneidas and of the white settlers, who were then streaming into

central New York from New England in search of new lands and opportunities in

the wake of the American Revolution.

In 1793 the missionary presented his proposal to President George Washington in

P h i l a d e l p h i a , who “ e x p r essed appro b a t i o n ,” and to Secre t a r y of the Tre a s u r y A l e x a n d e r

Hamilton, who consented to be a trustee of the new school, to which he also lent

his name.The Hamilton-Oneida Academy was chartered soon thereafter. On July 1,

1794, in colorful ceremonies attended by a delegation of Oneida Indians, the corn e r-

stone was laid by Baron von Steuben, inspector general of the Continental A r my and

“ d r i l l m a s t e r ” o f Wa s h i n g t o n ’s troops during the War for Independence.

The academy remained in existence for nearly 20 years. It faltered, almost failed,

and never came to serve Samuel Kirkland’s original purpose, which was to help the

Oneidas adapt to a life in settled communities. In fact, few Oneidas came to attend

the school, and its students were primarily the children of local white settlers.Yet the

academy remained the missionary’s one enduring accomplishment when, a few years

after his death, it was transformed into Hamilton College.

The new institution of higher learning was chartered in 1812.The third college

to be established in New York State, it is today among the oldest in the nation. Its

history has been both long and eventful. After surviving dire difficulties in its early

years, the College began to flourish in the period prior to the Civil War.Throughout

the 19th century, h oweve r , it remained steadfast in its adherence to a traditional classical

curriculum. Its students (all male), drawn almost entirely from the small towns and

rural areas of upstate New York, were expected to enter well-prepared in Greek and

Latin.They continued to receive generous instruction in those languages, as well as in

philosophy, religion, history and mathematics, throughout their stay on the Hill. I n

that re s p e c t , Hamilton was not unusual among colleges of the time. H owever, there

was a greater emphasis on “rhetoric and elocution” than at other schools, and public

speaking became, and to some extent remains, a Hamilton tradition.

College life in the 19th century was rigorous. Students studied by lamp and ke p t

wa r m by fires fueled with wood that they themselves had gathere d . Each morn i n g , they

met in Philip Hooker’s unique three-story chapel to hear a lesson, usually from the

president. Although the requirement of chapel attendance has long since disappeared,

this most beautiful of the College’s buildings continues to dominate the central

quadrangle. The social activities of undergraduates, left mostly to their own ingenuity

and direction, led to the early growth of literary societies which sponsored programs

of declamation and debate. Social fraternities were first formed on campus d u ring the

1 8 3 0 s , and several continue to exist today.Athletic activities of the inform al variety

were the rule until the end of the century, when organized intercollegiate sports

began to appear.

As the College entered its second century in 1912, Hamilton was preparing itself

for the modern era. Under President Melancthon Woolsey Stryker (1892-1917), an

ambitious building program had resulted in facilities that were the envy of peer insti-

tutions, and the curriculum had been substantially revised to accommodate modern

languages and the sciences. However, it was under President Stryker’s successor,

Frederick Carlos Ferry (1917-1938), that Hamilton achieved solid academic status

among America’s leading liberal arts institutions. Actively supported by Elihu Root,

the distinguished statesman and Nobel prize laureate who was chairman of the board

of trustees, President Ferry nu r t u r ed Hamilton as a place of the finest teaching and

l e a r n i n g . The work of modern i z i n g the curriculum was continued, and a comprehen-

sive and innova t ive athletic program was introduced encouraging amateur enthusiasm

and widespread participation.

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In the aftermath of World War II, the pace of change accelerated.The student

body was expanded and, thanks to a large and ever-growing pool of applicants, its

quality was enhanced as well.The faculty also grew in size and stature, and the social

sciences became a more vital part of the curriculum through incorporation of course

offerings in anthropology, economics and government.

Perhaps the most revolutionary change of all occurred when Hamilton established

a sister institution, Kirkland College, in 1968.The faculty of this new college thought

seriously about what liberal arts education should be like for women and developed

a curriculum that fostered independence, creativity and self-reliance. As an experi-

mental institution, Kirkland offered programs that supplemented and enhanced the

traditional liberal arts curri c u l u m . Students on College Hill enrolled at either Hamilton

or Kirkland, but selected courses from both institutions and shared fa c i l i t i e s , such as

the new Burke Library.The two colleges merged in 1978.Today Kirkland’s leg a c y

includes an extraord i n a ry f aculty and facilities in performing and studio art s , a n d a

s t r ong commitment to experimental education and to interd i s c i p l i n a r y pers p e c t ive s .

In recent years, the curriculum has been further expanded to incorporate inter-

disciplinary programs such as Africana, American, Asian, Latin American and women’s

studies, as well as computer science and public policy.The physical plant has been con-

t i n u o u s l y renovated and expanded, providing students with access to exceptionally

m o d e r n facilities and equipment for both academic and e x t r a c u r ri c u l a r p u rs u i t s . A m o n g

m o r e recent developments are the Hans H. S c h a m b a c h Center for Music and the

Pe r f o r m i n g A rts and the William M. B r i s t o l , J r. Swimming Po o l , c o n s t ruc ted in 1988.

C o n s t r u c t i o n on the Walter Beinecke, Jr. Student Activities Village was completed in

the summer of 1993, and a $56-million expansion and re n ovation of the Science

Building will be completed in 2005.

The College that evolved from Samuel Kirkland’s plan of education recently

celebrated the 192nd anniversary of its charter. Far from the modest frontier school

for white and Oneida Indian children that the missionary envisioned, it has become

an institution of higher education that draws its students from all areas of our country

and even beyond our borders.Although Hamilton remains small by present-day

standards and currently has a student body of only 1,750, it provides re s o u rces and

facilities comparable to those of undergraduate institutions substantially larger in size.

While faithfully maintaining the tradition of liberal learning in a comfort a b ly intimate

environment, Hamilton has responded to changing needs and circumstances in

preparing its students for a world unimagined by Samuel Kirkland in the days of

our nation’s infancy.

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College Purposes and Goals

Commitment to the intellectual and personal development of students is Hamilton

College’s most important and enduring tradition.The faculty is dedicated to the

p r omotion of academic achieve m e n t , i n t e g rity and personal grow t h . Hamilton students

spend much of their time with their teachers and fellow students identifying pro b l e m s ,

clarifying questions, thinking creatively, experimenting with solutions and frequently

u n d e rtaking collaborative wo r k . The College seeks mature and motivated students who

d e s i re to join this academic community and who are willing to take the re s p o n s i b i l i t y

for shaping their academic careers through sustained consultation with their advisors.

A Hamilton education is characterized by academic rigor and intellectual engage-

ment. Faculty members provide opportunities for students of unusual gifts to realize

their fullest capacities, for their own benefit and that of the world in which they will

live.To that end, professors design programs, courses and assignments that foster s e l f -

education and produce the intellectual toughness, c r e a t ivity and flexibility n e c e s s a r y to

excel in a rapidly changing world. Graduates should be poised to investigate n ew

ave n ues of know l e d g e , to respond cre a t i vely to new and unexpected situations and to

a d d r ess pro b lems and challenges in a morally and intellectually courageous manner.

The College expects its students to develop the ability to read, observe and listen

with critical perception, and to think, write and speak with clarity, understanding and

precision. Students should develop their appreciation for inquiry, combined with the

confidence to evaluate arguments and to defend their own positions.They should

learn to question creatively, derive information from and analyze data, and formulate

hypotheses.They should recognize the limits of factual information and become

attuned to how such information can be used and misused. Above all, students should

develop respect for intellectual and cultural diversity because such respect promotes

free and open inquiry, independent thought and mutual understanding.

At Hamilton, students are accorded freedom to pursue their own educational

interests within the broad goals of a liberal arts education. In consultation with their

advisors, Hamilton students regularly plan, assess and re-assess their educational

progress and their success in fulfilling the ideals of the liberal arts.

Education in the liberal arts at Hamilton College comprises:

I. Foundations: The faculty expects that students will attain a high level of

engagement early in their studies and will develop as creative and critical

thinkers, writers and speakers.To achieve these aims, the College encourages

all students to participate in at least four proseminars and requires all students

to complete the Writing Program, the Quantitative Literacy Requirement

and the Sophomore Program.

1. The Proseminar Program: Proseminars emphasize active participation and

engagement in learning. Proseminars offer intensive interaction among

s t u d e n t s , and between students and instru c t o rs , t h rough emphasis on wri t i n g ,

speaking and discussion, and other approaches to inquiry and e x p ression that

demand such intensive interaction. D e s c riptions of pro s e m i n a rs a re ava i l a b l e

t h r ough advisors and the Office of the Regi s t r a r.

2. The Writing Program: Students must pass at least three writing-intensive

courses, each taken in a different semester.The writing requirement

should be completed by the end of the junior year. For further details

about the Writing Program, see “Standards for Written Work.”

3. The Quantitative Literacy Requirement: Students must demonstrate basic

quantitative literacy by passing a quantitative skills examination given

during Orientation, or by passing a designated quantitative course, or by

completing a non-credit tutorial.This requirement should be completed

by the end of the second ye a r. For a detailed description and list of c o u rs e s ,

see “ S t a n d a rds for Quantitative Wo r k .”

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4. The Sophomore Program: Students must pass a sophomore seminar that

emphasizes inter- or multidisciplinary learning and culminates in an

i n t e g r a t ive project with public pre s e n t a t i o n . A common, p u blic pre s e n t a t i o n

p e r iod for projects is held each semester, and individual sections are encour-

aged to participate. Students normally complete the Sophomore Program

during the sophomore year. Descriptions of seminars in the Sophomore

Program are available through advisors and the Office of the Registrar.

II. Breadth in the Liberal Arts: As a liberal arts college, Hamilton expects

students to undertake coursework in a wide variety of disciplines, to explore

a reas unfamiliar to them and to make connections across courses and disciplines.

A liberally educated person studies in the traditional academic div i s i o n s of the

art s , f o reign languages, the humanities, m a t h e m a t i c s , the sciences and the social

sciences. Hamilton also emphasizes cultural analysis, including the study of

n o n - we s t e r n traditions and of dive r sity in the United States. S t u d e n t s will wo r k

with their advisors to determine how best to achieve this intellectual balance.

III. C o n c e n t r a t i o n : Each student must meet the re q u i rements for a concentration.

Students make progress toward meeting these goals by studying broadly across

diverse areas of inquiry, guided by their advisors, and investigating a particular area of

study more thoroughly by completing a concentration of their choosing. A faculty

advisor assigned to each student provides information, advice and dialogue about

choice of courses as the student strives to meet these goals. For many faculty members

and students, this relationship will be as important as any they form. As the primary

intellectual guide, the faculty determines the fundamental structure and the basic

re q u i rements of the curriculum in light of the liberal arts tradition and its appro p r i a t e

adaptation to the contemporary world.

In sum, Hamilton’s mission is to provide an educational experience that empha-

sizes academic excellence and the development of students as human beings.This

experience centers on ready access to an exceptional faculty and can be shaped to

meet each individual student’s interests and aspirations. A Hamilton education will

prepare you to make choices and to accept the responsibilities of citizenship in a

democratic world of intellect and diversity. It will be the foundation on which you

build a lifetime of personal and professional achievement and satisfaction.

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Academic Programs and Services

The College Year

The College’s calendar consists of two 14-week semesters. Students will normally

elect four full-credit courses each semester to meet the minimum graduation

requirement of 32 credits.

Students elect courses from among the offerings of 27 departments and 14 inter-

disciplinary programs. For qualified upperclass students, the College’s Term in

Washington, Program in New York City and programs in China, France and Spain

provide rich off-campus educational experiences.

Academic Advising

The Hamilton College curriculum affords students a wide range of courses and

disciplines within the liberal arts.The College relies heavily on a system of academic

advising to assist students as they establish their academic goals and select courses.

Each advisor is a member of the faculty with a term of service beyond one year.

Although students ultimately decide which courses to take, their advisors help them

determine the level and sequence of courses appropriate to their needs and guide

them in planning a balanced four-year program.

Each first-year student is assigned a faculty advisor who provides guidance during

the first and second ye a r s . Utilizing the results of placement exams during Ori e n t a t i o n ,

the student and advisor discuss and agree upon appropriate courses to develop a

balanced academic program.

P r e re g istration for each semester takes place near the end of the preceding semester.

At such times, students are advised not only to plan for the coming semester but also

to look ahead to their entire course of study, with special attention to the educational

goals of the College.

In the second semester of the second year, students elect their concentration, after

which time advising becomes the responsibility of a faculty member in the student’s

field of study. Student and advisor continue to work on the student’s plans to satisfy

the goals of the College, to fulfill the re q u i r ements of the concentration and to pre p a re

for the senior program of the concentration. Certain members of the faculty offer

counsel to students preparing for particular professions and careers.

Hamilton’s advising system is distinctive among colleges and universities in its

reliance upon the faculty to do all academic advising.The advisor is more than a

casual faculty contact: advisor and advisee are expected to meet frequently and discuss

the advisee’s academic needs and problems.The performance and course selections

of each student are reviewed carefully by the student’s advisor, who may also consult

with other advisors about his or her advisees’ curricula and ways of strengthening

them. Students may seek additional advice about their academic programs from the

deans in charge of academic advising.

Students with learning disabilities may request special arrangements for academic

activities. Students who request special arrangements must provide to the associate

dean of students (academic) a professional diagnosis of the disability. In consultation

with the student and with appropriately qualified psychologists in the Counseling

Center, if necessary, the associate dean will determine what accommodations (such as

extended times to complete examinations) are reasonable. Students who are allowed

special arrangements must inform their instructors well in advance of the time the

arrangements will be needed.

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Academic Support Services

The Library—The Burke Library contains 588,000 volumes, and the collection is

constantly expanding in response to ever-changing academic interests and curricular

n e e d s . The main collection is particularly strong in the areas of history, the social sciences

and the humanities. In addition to books, the library subscribes to approximately

2,300 periodicals, together with an increasing number of materials in microform, and

m o r e than 16,000 electronic journ a l s . Additional materials for re s e a r ch purposes are

ava i l a b le through interlibrary loan and document delive r y from va r ious online systems.

A library network that includes the online catalog (ALEX), 175 research d a t a b a s e s ,

e l e c t r onic re s e rves and many other Internet re s o u rces is ava i l a b l e.

In addition to the main library, the Media Library houses videos, slides and films,

and the Music Library holds music compact discs, scores, audiocassettes and an

archival collection of LPs. Established in 1995, the Jazz Archive features a collection

of more than 220 videotaped interviews with jazz musicians, arrangers, writers and

critics.The interview collection has been fully transcribed and may be reviewed in

print, video and audio.

Audiovisual Services is a division of the library.A variety of classroom support

s e r vices are prov i d e d , including renting and scheduling mov i e s , s u p p o r ting mu l t i m e d i a

eve n t s , working with faculty members on special pro j e c t s , loaning audiovisual equip-

ment for student pro j e c t s , m a n a g ing campus cable T V, and videotaping classes, l e c t u r e s,

and athletic and special events.

Among the library’s special collections are the Rare Book Collection, the Ezra

Pound Collection, the Beinecke Lesser Antilles Collection, the Communal Societies

Collection and the Alumni Collection of books and other materials written by and

about Hamilton gr a d u a t e s . In addition, an area of the first floor of the library contains

easy-chairs and a collection of books selected for leisure reading. Seminar rooms for

small classes are located in the library.

I n f o r mation Te c h n o l o gy Serv i c e s —I n f o r mation Te c h n o l ogy Services (ITS) prov i d e s

a variety of support services for faculty, staff and student users of computers, the tele-

phone system and the campus data netwo r k . The campus data network prov i d e s more

than 3,000 high-speed ethernet connections to the Internet, including one for each

student living in the residence halls.

There are approximately 1,100 college computers located in offices, classrooms,

departmental laboratories and public computing clusters.

ITS offices are located on the third floor of the Burke Library.

The Multimedia Presentation Center—A collaboration of the Library and

Instructional Technology Support Services, the Multimedia Presentation Center

(MPC) is a state-of-the-art computing facility equipped with cutting-edge hardware

and software, as well as a full range of support services specifically designed for

authoring multimedia-enhanced presentations. Students and faculty members utilize

the MPC’s large-format printers and audio, video and animation software to create

materials for seminars, conferences and the Web.

The Language Center—Centrally located within the language departments on the

third floor of the Christian A. Johnson Building, the Language Center is integrated

into all levels of the language curri c u l u m , p roviding support for cours e - related student

as s i g n m e n t s , re s e a rch and pro j e c t s , as well as general language acquisition re s o u r c e s . T h e

Language Center also provides the pedagogical and technical expertise to support

language faculty in the adaptation, implementation and development of the most curre n t

t e c h n o l o gy-enhanced instructional materials and methods.The center is equipped with

computing and multimedia facilities tailored for languages, including high-end inter-

active language programs, access to foreign language Internet and Web resources, spe-

cialized language software, such as non-Roman character functionality and tradit i o n a l

audio and video equipment. In addition to providing a state-of-the-art learn i ng envi-

ronment where classes meet and students work independently, the center is a hub

where students of all languages and levels work, interact and encourage one another.

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The Arthur Levitt Public Affairs Center—Located in the Kirner-Johnson

Building, the Arthur Levitt Public Affairs Center assists faculty members and students

in examining public issues.The center also brings prominent speakers to campus, as

well as via video conferencing, to address student groups on a variety of topics.

Hamilton students in all concentrations are selected for the Levitt Scholars Progr a m.

After taking a course in communications, Levitt Scholars give presentations on their

research to high school classes. Levitt Fellowships are offered to selected s t u d e n t s

who collaborate with faculty advisors on summer re s e a rc h , often in preparation for

their senior theses. In addition, the center’s associate director of community research

matches students with area public and private agencies that have specific research

needs. Projects are also solicited from state and local agencies for concentrators in

public policy to develop during their senior year.

The center provides a cluster of six computers and special software to support

research and maintains a small library of newspapers, journals and references.The

services of the center are available to everyone in the College community.

Nesbitt-Johnston Writing Center—Designed to support writing in courses

throughout the curriculum, the Writing Center offers individual writing conferences

with peer tutors for students who wish to discuss any piece of writing, at any stage

of its development.Writing conferences are sometimes incorporated into the

requirements of writing-intensive courses, but many students also request conferences

on their own. In addition, the Writing Center offers faculty consultation, computer

facilities and a resource library on writing in different disciplines.

Oral Communication Center—Oral communication courses and support services

exist to assist students in achieving the College’s standard for oral commu n i c a t i o n by

encouraging the integration of effective oral communication throughout the

c u r ri c u l u m . The Oral Communication Center offers va r i a b le credit cours e s , d i s c i p l i n e -

specific workshops and tutoring opportunities through the Oral Communication Lab

to link the study and practice of oral communication with the contexts and uses of

c o m m unication in the classro o m and society-at-large. In consultation with their advisors ,

students should discuss their c o m munication skills re l a t i ve to the competencies the

College expects and, if necessary, register for an oral communication quarter-credit

course or seek appropriate support through the Oral Communication Lab to attain

necessary aptitudes and abilities.

Quantitative Literacy Center—Located in 223-224 Christian A. Johnson Hall, the

Q u a n t i t a t i ve Literacy Center was established to offer drop-in peer tutoring in cours e s

that have a mathematics/quantitative component.The center is staffed by students

m a j o r ing in Biolog y, C h e m i s t r y, E c o n o m i c s , G e o l o g y, M a t h e m a t i c s , P h i l o s o p hy, P hy s i c s

and Psycholog y. Students may drop in to rev i e w mathematics topics as needed, or to

use the re s o u rces of the computer and video library. Other programs offered by the

c e n t e r include the non-cre d i t - b e a r ing tutorial for students who do not pass the

Q u a n t i t a t i ve Skills Exam, a review for the mathematics portion of the Graduate

Record Exam and workshops designed to accompany specific courses.

Peer Tutoring Program—The Peer Tutoring Program, located in 223 Christian A.

Johnson Hall, offers one-on-one peer tutoring and academic skills assistance. Students

may be referred to the program by faculty members, or may seek assistance on their

own by meeting with the coordinator of peer tutoring and completing a tutor

request card.

Kirkland Project

The Kirkland Project for the Study of Gender, Society and Culture is a campus

organization committed to intellectual inquiry and social justice, focusing on issues

of race, c l a s s , gender and sexuality, and other facets of human dive rs i t y.T h r o u g h

educational programs, research and community outreach, the project seeks to build

a community respectful of difference.

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Past events have included performances by students (S h a n g e ’s for colored girls who

h a v e considered suicide) , l e c t u r es by Kate Born s t e i n ,Vandana Shiva and Luis Rodri g u e z , a n d

a commu n i t y performance of Undesirable Elements by renowned performance artist

Ping Ch o n g . Most re c e n t l y, a series titled Te c h n o l og y, Science and Democracy raised

questions about the interrelationship of these three areas by asking how technologi c a l

and scientific developments contribute to democracy. Plans for the future include a

series on Making Class Visible. In addition to lectures and brown bag lunches, the

Kirkland Project offers sophomore seminars on social movements, a student associates

program (teaching, research and service) and an artist/scholar-in-residence program.

Concentrations

Among the re q u i rements for graduation is the successful completion of a concentration

(major) offered by several departments and programs of instruction.

The number of courses comprising a concentration normally ranges from eight

to 10, depending upon the department or program. Specific descriptions of each

concentration appear in the entries under “Courses of Instruction.” Every student is

re q u i r ed to complete a senior program as defined by his or her concentration. For more

information, see the sections titled “Concentration” (under “Academic Regulations”)

and “Senior Program” below.

The specific disciplines and programs in which a student may concentrate are

Africana Studies, American Studies, Anthropology (Cultural Anthropology or Arch-

aeology), History of Art, Studio Art, Asian Studies, Biochemistry/Molecular B i o l og y,

B i o l o g y, Chemical Phy s i c s , C h e m i s t r y, Classics (Classical Languages or Classical

Studies), Communication (pending state approval), Comparative Literature,

Computer Science, Dance, East Asian Languages and Literature (Chinese),

E c o n o m i c s , English (Literature or Cre a t i ve W r i t i n g ) , Fo re i g n Languages, French,

Geoarchaeology, Geology, German, Government, History, Mathematics, Music,

Neuroscience, Philosophy, Physics, Psychology, Public Policy, Religious S t u d i e s ,

Russian Studies, S o c i o l o g y, S p a n i s h , T h e a t r e,Wo m e n ’s Studies and World Po l i t i c s .

Minors

The specific disciplines and programs in which a student may minor are Africana

S t u d i e s , A n t h r o p o l og y, History of Art, Studio Art,A s t r o n o my, B i o l o g y, C h e m i s t ry,

Classics (Classical Languages or Classical Studies), Communication, Comparative

Literature, Computer S c i e n c e, D a n c e , E c o n o m i c s , Education Studies, English (Literature

or Cre a t i ve W r i t i n g ) , Environmental Studies, French, Geology, German, Government,

History, Latin A m e r ican Studies, M a t h e m a t i c s , M e d i e val and Renaissance Studies,

M u s i c , P h i l o s o p h y, Physics, Psychology, Public Policy, Religious Studies, Russian

Studies, Sociology, Spanish,Theatre and Women’s Studies. Specific descriptions of

each minor appear in the entries under “Courses of Instruction.”

Senior Program

All students are required to complete the Senior Program in their concentrations.

Each department and program of concentration has designed a senior program that

serves as an integrating and culminating experience for the concentration. Students

use the methodology and knowledge gained in their first three years of study.

Building on their courses and showing their increasing ability to work independently

in terms of both motivation and subject matter, seniors are required to produce a

significant synthesis of knowledge by means of one of the following: a research

project leading to a written, oral or visual creation; a seminar for concentrators,

including a major presentation and research paper by each student; or comprehensive

examinations ideally involving both written and oral components.This requirement

allows seniors to demonstrate at an appropriate level their mastery of content and the

methods of the discipline.

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Senior Fellowship Program

Each spri n g , the vice president for academic affa i r s/dean of the faculty designates up to

seven academically outstanding members of the junior class as Senior Fe l l ow s . S t u d e n t s

in the junior year may become candidates by submitting a proposal for a senior ye a r

of independent study.The proposal usually grows out of previous academic study and

is framed in consultation with two faculty advisors of the student’s choice. Senior

Fe l l o ws are exempt from taking a normal course load in the conventional curri c u l u m ,

and they need not complete concentration requirements; they may take such courses

as are appropriate to their fellowship projects and their educational goals. A written

thesis is required at the close of the fellowship year, along with a public lecture to the

College commu n i t y. E v aluation is made by the advisors and an examination committee.

Academic Year in Spain, Associated Colleges in China and

Junior Year in France

The Academic Year in Spain, the Associated Colleges in China and the Junior Year

in France programs are distinguished for their thorough preparation and total

immersion of students in the language, history and culture of those countries.

Hamilton College Academic Year in Spain has enjoyed a long and solid dire c t o rs h i p

association with Swa r t h m o re and Wi l l i a m s , and also benefits from students and visiting

faculty members from Amherst, Bates, Bryn Mawr, Brown, Bucknell, Carleton,

Claremont McKenna, Colby, Grinnell, Harvard, Princeton, Scripps, Stanford,

Washington & Lee and Yale.The program is open to sophomores, juniors and seniors

who wish to pursue studies in Spanish culture, language and literature. Hamilton’s

own Centro Unive rs i t a r io de Estudios Hispánicos is located in the heart of the Ciudad

U n i ve r s i t a r ia in Madri d , so that students may enroll in one course per semester in the

fine art s , h u m a n i t i e s , sciences and social sciences at Hamilton’s Spanish affiliate, the

U n i ve rsidad de San Pa b l o.To be admitted, students must demonstrate a strong academic

record and a solid knowledge of Spanish. Students may be admitted for one term,

but they are encouraged to spend one full academic year in Spain.

The Associated Colleges in China Program is both sponsored and administered

by Hamilton College in collaboration with Kenyon, Oberlin and Williams colleges

and Lawrence University. It offers students the opportunity to pursue the intensive

study of Chinese in Beijing, China.The Capital University of Economics and

Business in Beijing is the host institution. Open to academically successful students

who have completed at least one, but preferably two, years of study in Chinese, the

program has a summer, a fall and a spring session. A combination of two semesters is

recommended.

Enrollment in the Junior Year in France Program is open to students whose

preparation in the French language is sufficient to enable them to profit from courses

taught in French in the humanities, fine arts, social sciences and sciences. Hamilton

students are joined by students from A m h e r s t , B a t e s , B ow d o i n , C o l by,Tri n i t y,Wi l l i a m s

and Scripps.To be admitted, students must demonstrate a strong academic record and

an adequate knowledge of French.The program, directed in France by a member of

the French Department, begins with a three-week orientation program in Biarritz in

S e p t e m b e r.The balance of the academic year is spent in Pa ri s , w h e r e students may enro l l

in courses at the Unive r sité de Pa r is III, the Unive r sité de Pa r is V I , the Ecole du Louvre,

the Institut d’Etudes Politiques and other selected institutes of higher education.

Students who intend to apply to the programs in China, France or Spain should

pursue study in the relevant language and consult with a member of the departments

of East Asian Language and Literature, French or Spanish. For further information,

see “Courses of Instruction” under each department. Applications are ava i l a b l e

t h rough the Programs A b road Office or the Associated Colleges in China Office.

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Hamilton College Term in Washington Program

Each year Hamilton offers a program in Washington, D.C., in both the Fall and

Spring terms. In the fall, the program is open to qualified juniors and seniors; in

the spring, it is open to qualified juniors, seniors and selected sophomores.The pro-

gram is directed by a resident member of the Government Department. It consists

of internships in the legi s l a t i ve and exe c u t i ve branches of the federal gove r nment that

a r e integrated with cours e work involving re s e a r ch and wri t i n g . The term is designed

for students who have demonstrated the ability to work on their own initiative and

who have particular interest in the problems of government and public affairs.The

program is not restricted to those concentrating in government, and it is open to

select students from other colleges.

A Hamilton student who participates in the program will be appointed to the

Dean’s List for that semester if that student earns a grade point average of 90 or

higher in the three conventionally graded courses in the program and completes the

re q u i red internship with work evaluated as “ e x c e l l e n t ” by the director of the progr a m .

Hamilton Program in New York City

Through internships, independent projects and coursework, this program gives

participants an understanding of global politics, economics and culture while living

in a global city. Each semester a Hamilton faculty director designates a theme that

provides a focus for integrating each student’s internship and independent study into

classroom learning.The program selects motivated, mature students who are w i l l i n g

to share their internship experiences and independent projects with each other.

The fall semester is open to juniors and seniors ; the spring semester to sophomore s ,

ju n i o r s and seniors . C r i t e r ia for rolling admission include an interv i e w, t w o re f e re n c e s ,

a transcript and course prerequisites chosen by the faculty director for that semester.

Participants receive two courses of concentration credit in the director’s academic

department or program, or one such course and another concentration credit in a

cooperating department.

A participant is eligible for the dean’s list if she or he earns a grade point average

of at least 90 in the three graded courses and completes the required internship with

work evaluated by the director as “excellent.”

Cooperative Programs

Hamilton has established cooperative arrangements with several institutions to e x p a n d

educational opportunities for students. S everal instances are descri b e d below. Students

e n rolled in cooperative programs re c e ive a Hamilton degree only upon demonstrating

to the department in which they concentrate that they have fulfilled concentration

requirements and have satisfied the goals of the College. If the concentration require-

ments have not been met by the end of the junior year, they m a y, with the approva l

of the depart m e n t , be completed at the cooperative institution.

American Council of Teachers of Russian Undergraduate Program—

Hamilton has been designated as a host institution for students from the Russian

Federation and other nations of the former Soviet Union. Each academic year, one

or more Russian students will have the opportunity to study at Hamilton. In the past

the College has hosted students from Kazan,Vo ro n e z h , S t . Pe t e rs bu r g , M o s c o w,A l m a - A t y,

Everan and nu m e rous other cities in the New Independent States (NIS).The progr a m

is funded by the United States Information Agency and the governments of the NIS.

Assurance of A d m i s s i o n : Master of A rts in Te a c h i n g — As a result of an agre e m e n t

with Union College, well qualified Hamilton students can gain assurance of admis-

sion to Union College’s Master of Arts in Teaching Program.The M.A.T. degree will

n o r mally re q u i r e two summers and one academic year in residence at Union College,

and carries with it secondary school teaching certification. Students interested in

pursuing this option should contact Susan Mason, chair of the Education Studies

Program Committee, preferably no later than the fall semester of their junior year.

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Cooperative Engineering Program—Liberal arts-engineering (3-2) plans are in

effect with Columbia University, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and Washington

University in St. Louis, whereby the student spends three years at Hamilton and then

t wo ye a rs a t the cooperating engi n e e r ing school. At the end of this peri o d , the student

earns an A.B. from Hamilton and a B.S. from the engineering school. Hamilton also

offers access to a combined plan at the T h a yer School of Engi n e e r ing at Dart m o u t h

C o l l e g e.This program is on a 2-1-1-1 schedule. The student completes two years at

H a m i l t o n , the junior year as a visiting student at Dartmouth and re t u r ns to Hamilton t o

complete the senior year and to earn the A . B .The student then re t u r ns to Dart m o u t h

to finish the second year of engi n e e r ing studies and to re c e ive a degree in engi n e e r i n g.

Admission to these programs in the traditional d i visions of chemical, c i v i l , e l e c t r ical and

mechanical e n g i n e e r i n g , and now many others such as biomedical, computer and

environmental engineering, is based on obtaining a G.P. A. of 3.0, or a B average, and

the positive recommendation of the Department of Physics.Various 4-2 plans lead to

different d e g ree options. For details, consult with the engi n e e r ing advisor, P r o f e s s o r

Peter Millet, in the Department of Physics.

Co o p e r a t i ve Law Progr a m —The Hamilton cooperative law program permits highly

qualified students to enter the Columbia University School of Law after completion

of their junior ye a r.The program in Accelerated Interd i s c i p l i n a r y Legal Education (AILE)

p e r mits these students to earn both the Hamilton baccalaureate degree and the Columbia

juris doctor degree after three years of study at each institution. Interested students

should consult either Douglas A m b rose in the Department of History or Robert Simon

in the Department of Philosophy no later than the first semester of their junior year.

Early Assurance Program in Medicine—This cooperative effort by a small gro u p

of Nort h e a s t e r n liberal arts colleges and medical schools provides an opport u n i t y for

selected students, at the end of their sophomore year, to gain assurance of a place in a

selected medical school upon graduation from Hamilton. It is intended for students

who are confident of their career choice and who have completed two of the four

science courses required for admission to medical school. In addition, applicants must

propose a plan of study for the third and fourth years of college that would not be

possible if they were to follow the usual pathway, in which the additional science

c o u r se scheduling, the medical college admission test (MCAT) and interv i e w re q u i r e-

m e n t s limit options for exploring broader educational opportunities. Although this

p r ogram may reduce the academic pre s s u res that premedical students often experi e n c e ,

its major purpose is to provide greater choices for personal deve l o p m e n t . M o r e

detailed information can be obtained from Leslie North, health professions advisor.

The New England Center for Children Cooperative Learning Program

with Hamilton—Hamilton students who are interested in applied psychology and

the education of children with special needs may spend a semester at the New

England Center for Children. NECC conducts a nationally recognized program of

intensive intervention using the methods of applied behavior analysis.The facility,

located near Boston, offers Hamilton students a semester’s academic credit for study

and practical work with children with autism.The program is open to sophomores,

juniors or seniors. Interested students should consult with the chair of the

D e p a r tment of Psychology or see h t t p : / / w w w. h a m i l t o n . e d u / a c a d e m i c s / p s y c h .

Study at Neighboring Institutions

With appropriate approval (see “Transfer of Credit” under “Academic Regulations”),

a Hamilton student may take coursework toward the baccalaureate degree at neigh-

boring institutions during the fall and spring semesters. In recent years students have

enrolled at Colgate University and Utica College. Usually one course is taken at a

neighboring institution while the rest of the work is done at Hamilton.

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Study Away from Hamilton

Each year approximately 180 Hamilton students study abro a d , either with the College’s

own programs in China, France and Spain or with other approved progr a m s . H a m i l t o n

has special relationships with a number of these programs, such as those listed below.

Students who may wish to study abro a d , usually during the junior ye a r , should consult

with their advisors as early as possible to determine how such study will fit into their

academic planning.T h e y should also be developing the self-reliant habits of study and

a level of academic achievement that will qualify them for study abroad and enable

them to perform successfully in unfamiliar conditions. Students who plan to study

in a non-English-speaking country are advised to develop their proficiency in the

language of that country.

Students who intend to earn transferred credit for study abroad must meet certain

academic requirements, which are specified under “Study in a Foreign Country.” It is

also possible to study for a semester or more at other colleges and unive rsities in the

United States. I n t e r ested students should consult the pro c e d u re s outlined in the sections

on “Transfer of Credit” and “Leaves of Absence” under “Academic Regulations” and

should confer with the coordinator of study abroad programs well in advance of the

semester or semesters during which they hope to study at any off-campus institution,

either in the United States or abroad.

Classical Studies in Greece and Rome—Hamilton is an institutional member of

the Intercollegiate Center for Classical Studies in Rome, Italy (the Centro) through

the Empire State Consortium, and of the American School for Classical Studies in

Athens, Greece.

The Intercollegiate Center for Classical Studies in Rome is open to students who

have been trained in Latin or Greek.The one-semester program is offered during the

fall and the spring.The center provides an opportunity to study Greek and Latin

literature, ancient history and archaeology, and ancient art in Rome.The Duke

University Foreign Academic Programs administers the center, and the faculty is

chosen from among college and university teachers in the United States and Canada.

The language of instruction is English.

The American School of Classical Studies in Athens operates summer programs

that are open to undergraduates, graduate students, and high school and college

teachers.There are two six-week summer sessions that focus on the topography and

antiquities of Greece. Scholarships are available. Students interested in the programs

in Greece or Rome should contact Professor Carl Rubino in the Department of Classics.

Pembroke College of Oxford University—Hamilton has an exclusive agreement

with Pembroke College of Oxford University, one of the 39 independent and self-

governing colleges that comprise the University of Oxford.This agreement enables

qualified Hamilton students to study at Pe m b r o ke for a ye a r. In addition, s e l e c t e d

Hamilton faculty members have an opportunity to teach and conduct research at

Pe m b r o ke, while Pe m b ro k e sends senior fellows (faculty members) to Hamilton twice

each year to give lectures and seminars, and to meet with students and professors. A

second bachelor of arts program at Oxford, which is equivalent to a master’s degree

in the United States, is an option for graduating seniors.

Students interested in studying at Pembroke should contact the coordinator of

study abroad programs in the Dean of Students Office. Applications are due by early

January for fall enrollment.

The Swedish Program at Stockholm University—Hamilton is one of 17

American colleges and universities sponsoring a program that enables students to

enroll at Stockholm University and take courses in English with Swedish and other

international students. Course offerings are diverse. Living arrangements are with

host families or in the university dormitory. Participation is either for one semester

or the full academic year. For additional information, contact the coordinator of

study abroad programs.

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Institute of A n t a r ctic and Southern Ocean Studies—The Geology Depart m e n t

encourages students to consider enrolling at the University of Tasmania (Australia),

where Hamilton has a cooperative agreement with the Institute of Antarctic and

Southern Ocean Studies. For additional information, contact Professor Eugene

Domack in the Geology Department.

SEA Education Association—Hamilton is an affiliated institution of the SEA

semester program in Woods Hole, Mass.The shore component includes courses in

oceanography, nautical science and maritime studies.The sea component includes six

weeks aboard ship learning skills and conducting research.A student m ay re c e ive a

m a x i m um of four Hamilton units of transferred credit for participation in the SEA

p rogr a m . One unit will be awa rded in each of the departments of B i o l o g y, Geology,

History and Physics. Each award is conditional on the student’s earning a grade of C

or higher in the work pertaining to that department. Each department will deter-

mine whether the single transferred unit allocated will count toward a concentration

or a minor in that department. For further information, contact the associate dean of

students (academic).

MBL Semester in Environmental Science—Hamilton is an affiliated institution

with the Semester in Environmental Science of the Marine Biological Laboratory

Ecosystem Center in Woods Hole. Pa r ticipants engage in a 14-week program of ri g o r o u s

field and laboratory work, lectures and independent research in environmental and

ecosystem science. For additional inform a t i o n , contact William Pfitsch in the

E nv i r o n m e n t a l Studies Program.

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Academic Regulations

Baccalaureate Requirements

To qualify for the baccalaureate degree, a student must meet the degree requirements

established by the faculty for the class in which he or she has matriculated.

Course Units—The number of full-credit courses (or the equivalent) required for

graduation is 32.They must be completed with passing grades; a grade of C

higher must be achieved in at least one-half of the courses taken at Hamilton. No

more than 15 course credits in a single department earned after entering the

College, including transferred credits, may be counted toward the courses required

for graduation. Each unit of credit is equivalent to four semester hours.

Residence—A student must complete at least one-half of the courses required for

graduation while in residence at Hamilton and be in residence for the final semester

of study. Residence means enrollment in programs conducted by the College, on or

off campus.

Time for Completion of the Degree—The normal pattern for earning the

baccalaureate degree is four consecutive years of study.The requirements must be

completed within seven calendar years from the date of matriculation.

Concentration—A student must complete the requirements for a regular concen-

t r a t i o n , a double concentration or an interd i s c i p l i n a r y concentration with a cumu l a t ive

average of at least 72 in all courses taken at Hamilton that are approved for the con-

ce n t r a t i o n . S e n i o rs m ust take at least one course each semester in their concentrations

unless granted an exemption by the department or program chair. All students must

complete the Senior Program in their concentrations.

Each student elects a concentration in the second semester of the sophomore ye a r.

For each student the requirements for the concentration elected are those specified

in the edition of the College Catalogue published for that student’s sophomore year.

Regular Concentration—Students declare their concentrations in the spring of

their second year, before preregistration for fall semester courses. By the end of the

second year, a student must have completed at least two courses in the department

or program of concentration, and must have received a cumulative average of 72 or

higher for all work taken in that department or program.The concentration is listed

on the official transcript. A student may change from one concentration to another

only with the approval of the departments or programs involved and the Committee

on Academic Standing.

Double Concentration—While students normally declare a single concentration,

it is possible for a student to complete and gain recognition for concentrations in

two departments or programs, provided that approval to elect a double concentration

is granted by the department or program chairs involved.A student may not count a

course as part of the concentration requirements in more than one department or

program.When approved, both concentrations are listed on the official transcript.

Those who have been granted permission for a double concentration may drop one

of them at any time by informing the appro p r iate department chair and the re g i s t r a r .

Interdisciplinary Concentration—A student may design and declare an inter-

disciplinary concentration involving two or more departments. After consulting with

and gaining approval from the appropriate department chairs, the student must

submit the proposed interdisciplinary concentration in writing for approval by the

Committee on Academic Standing, which will evaluate the proposal according to

standards similar to those for a regular concentration.The student must have a

cumulative average of at least 72 in all courses approved for the concentration.The

student must specify a Senior Program that meets the approval of the committee.

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Regular Concentration with Option of a M i n o r — A student with a concentration

in a single department or program may declare a minor in any other department or

program that offers a minor, or in an interdisciplinary minor program previously

approved by the Committee on Academic Policy. Students declaring a minor must

consult with and gain the written approval of the appro p r iate department or progr a m

chair. Declaration of a minor in the same department or program as the student’s

concentration requires approval of the Committee on Academic Standing.To enter a

minor, a student must have completed at least one course in the discipline and must

have earned a cumulative average of at least 72 in all courses counting toward the

minor.This average must be maintained if the minor is to be listed along with the

concentration on the official transcri p t . A minor consists of five courses as approved by

the depart m e n t , p r ogram or committee under which the work is undert a ke n . A student

m ay not count a course as part of both the concentration and the minor. S e e

“Hamilton College Calendar” for deadlines to declare a minor.

Senior Program—All students must complete a Senior Program in their concen-

trations. For additional information, see “Senior Program.”

Standards for Written Work—The College requires satisfactory standards of

correctness in all written work. Students are encouraged to take writing-intensive

courses, which are offered by most departments and programs.Writing-intensive

courses include any so designated by the Committee on Academic Policy.The

description of each course indicates whether it is writing-intensive.

The W r iting Program re q u i r es that eve r y student pass at least three wri t i n g - i n t e n s i ve

courses, each taken in a different semester. One must be taken during the first year of

study and a second completed by the end of the second year. At least one course

must be outside the student’s area of concentration.This requirement should be

completed by the end of the junior year.

Writing-intensive courses in mathematics or courses in which assignments are

written in a language other than English may total no more than one of the three

required courses. Students should earn all three of the required writing-intensive

credits by completing courses designated by the Committee on Academic Policy as

w r i t i n g - i n t e n s ive. In exceptional circ u m s t a n c e s , the Committee on Academic Standing

will allow a student to earn no more than one wri t i n g - i n t e n s i ve credit by completing

a suitably constructed independent study.

The College offers peer-tutoring in writing at the Nesbitt-Johnston Writing

Center. Many courses require first-draft writing conferences; such conferences are

also available on request. Many students find the conversation about their work so

helpful that they return often.

Students who experience difficulties with the writing components of a particular

course are encouraged to seek such assistance and to consult with their instructors

and advisors.They may also consult the director of the Writing Center about other

services available. See “Academic Support Services.”

Writing Program—Courses that fulfill the Writing Program requirements are

published each semester in the pre-registration booklet available in the Office of the

Registrar.They are also listed as writing-intensive in the course descriptions. See

“Courses of Instruction.”

E n g l i s h as a Second Language—Hamilton offers courses in English as a Second

Language for its matriculated students.The College offers a fall semester course in

writing for students whose first or native language is not Standard English. Any

student seeking further experience and training in the use of Standard English may

elect to take the course. Work in the course is graded, and regular academic credit

toward graduation is given. In addition, the course satisfies the College-wide require-

ment of one writing-intensive course during the first year. Further, student tu t o rs

with training in English as a Second Language are ava i l a b le to assist students with

coursework, including the regular English as a Second Language c o u rs e, t h ro u g h o u t

the academic ye a r. See also “English as a Second Language.”

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S t a n d a r ds for Oral Commu n i c a t i o n —Th e College re q u i r es effective use of publ i c

and academic discourse as defined and appraised by the faculty and the College

c o m m u n i t y. M a n y courses across the curri c u l u m , including pro s e m i n a rs a nd seminars,

require class participation through discussion, performance and debate, as well as

through individual or group presentations. All students are required to participate in

a p u b lic presentation through the Sophomore Progr a m ; most departments re q u i r e a

p u b l i c presentation of their concentrators’ Senior Projects. Students may develop t h e i r

speaking abilities and public presence through courses in T h e a t r e, C o m m u n i c a t i o n a n d

Oral Communication. Students who experience difficulty in meeting the College’s

expectations for effective oral communication are encouraged to pursue a plan for

progress in consultation with their instructors, advisor and/or associate dean of

students (academic).

St a n d a r ds for Quantitative Wo r k — Each student must demonstrate basic quantitative

literacy by passing the quantitative skills examination given during Ori e n t a t i o n , p a s s i n g

a course having a significant quantitative/mathematical component or completing a

n o n - c r e d i t - b e a r ing tutorial through the Quantitative Literacy Center.The quantitative

skills examination tests basic mathematical and quantitative know l e d g e , including compu-

t a t i o n , algebra, analysis of graphs and charts, and probability.

During Orientation, the advisors of first-year students will be informed of their

advisees’ scores on the quantitative skills examination. Students who do not pass w i l l

meet with academic advisors during Orientation Week to plan how to fulfill the

requirement. Courses currently designated as containing a significant quantitative/

mathematical component are Archaeology 106, Biology 110 and 115, Chemistry 120

and 125, Economics 265, 275 and 285, Geology 2 0 9 , G o ve r nment 230, Math 100,

1 1 3 , 114 and 123, P hysics 100, 1 3 0 , 160 and 190, P s y c h o l o gy 280 and Sophomore

Seminar 210. Please check with the re g istrar for any additions or changes to this list.

Tu t o r ial help for students taking quantitative courses is ava i l a b le at the Quantitative

Literacy Center.

The non-credit-bearing tutorial offered each semester contains four modules:

Basic Computation, Algebraic Expression, Graphs and Charts, and Proportional and

Functional Reasoning. Students meet weekly with their tutors to prepare to take a

final module exam. Participation in tutorials and the exam score are taken into

consideration for the fulfillment of the requirement.

This requirement should be completed by the end of the second year. More

information about the quantitative literacy requirement can be found under

“Academics” on the Hamilton Web site.

P h ysical Education Require m e n t —E v e ry student must participate in the progr a m

of instruction offered by the Physical Education Depart m e n t . Each student is re q u i r e d

to pass tests in swimming and physical fitness. A complete specification of the re q u i r e-

ment is stated in the “ P h ysical Education” section under “ C o u rses of Instru c t i o n .”

I n s t r uction is ava i l a b le in aero b i c s , b a d m i n t o n , f i t n e s s , g o l f , j o g gi n g , l i f e g u a rd training,

p ower wa l k i n g , r a c q u e t b a l l , s k a t i n g , s q u a s h , sw i m m i n g , t e n n i s , t o n i n g , vo l l e yball and yog a.

Except under unusual circ u m s t a n c e s , it is expected that the re q u i rement will be com-

pleted in the first ye a r .All students must complete the physical education re q u i r e m e n t

by the beginning of Spring Break of the sophomore year and before studying abro a d .

Transfer students and Ja n u a r y admits should re g ister for a physical education cours e

upon matriculation and consult with the department chair about completion of the

re q u i re m e n t . P r ior instruction may be applicable to Hamilton re q u i r e m e n t s .

Co n f e r ral of Degre e s — All qualified students re c e ive the degree of Bachelor of A rt s ,

which is conferred once a year at the graduation cere m o n y.The degrees are conferre d

only upon students who have completed all the baccalaureate requirements described

a b ove, who have no outstanding bills at the College and who are present to re c e ive their

diplomas (unless they have requested and re c e ived authorization from the Committee

on Academic Standing for conferral in absentia). Only students who have completed

all the requirements for the degree may participate in the graduation ceremony.

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Honor Code

Matriculation at Hamilton is contingent upon a student’s written acceptance of the

Honor Code regulations.The code covers all coursework and course examinations

at Hamilton during a student’s college career. Complaints alleging violations of the

Honor Code shall be submitted in writing by instructors or students to the chair of

the Honor Court or to the associate dean of students (academic).

Independent Study

After the first semester of study, a student may engage in independent study during

the school year in place of a regular course.The student’s independent study proposal

must receive the approval of the faculty supervisor, the appropriate department chair,

the student’s faculty advisor and the Committee on Academic Standing. Normally,

arrangements are completed in the semester preceding that of the independent study;

late petitions may be denied. Independent study requires discipline and responsibility,

and therefore the faculty takes into account the maturity of the student and the level

of his or her knowledge and academic background when it considers proposals for

independent study. A student normally will not engage in more than one indepen-

dent study in any one semester, and may not engage in more than two independent

studies in any one academic year.

Independent study may take many forms, but normally it consists of the study of

material unavailable in the formal College curriculum, of laboratory or field research,

or of the creation of some body of work in the creative arts, such as poetry, fiction,

musical composition or visual art.

Internships

The College recognizes that off-campus internship and apprenticeship experiences

can be a valuable supplement to a student’s academic program. Students beyond the

first year (eight courses) who are in good academic standing are eligible to engage in

such internships and appre n t i c e s h i p s . Students may seek to earn academic credit based

on an internship or apprenticeship experience in one of two way s . F i r s t , students may

apply to the Committee on Academic Standing, prior to beginning an internship or

a p p re n t i c e s h i p, for approval to earn

⁄

c redit (using the credit/no credit option only).

The committee’s determination to award credit/no credit is based on a letter of

evaluation submitted by the project supervisor and, at the discretion of the committee,

an interv i e w with the student conducted by the associate dean of students (academic).

The Office of the Dean of Students will place the project supervisor’s letter of evalu-

ation in the student’s permanent file. Students may not apply credits earned for

i n t e r n s h i ps in this manner toward the requirements for their degree, including the

regulation requiring the completion of a minimum of 32 credits. Second, under the

d i r ection of a regular member of the fa c u l t y, and with the approval of the Committee

on Academic Standing, students pursuing approved off-campus internships and

apprenticeships may use their off-campus experience as the basis for a

⁄2-credit or

one-credit independent study conducted during a regular semester once the student

returns to the College. Such an independent study will be governed by the same

policies that apply to all independent studies.

Independent Coverage of Coursework

Under certain circumstances, a student may cover a course independently and receive

credit on the basis of demonstrated proficiency.The course covered in this manner

must be one that is normally offered in a regular semester. Such study is ordinarily

undertaken during the summer recess and permits the student to move rapidly into

advanced courses for which there are prerequisites, or to make up a course failed

during a preceding semester.

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A student wishing to cover a course independently must obtain the approval of a

faculty supervisor, the appropriate department chair, the faculty advisor and the

Committee on Academic Standing.

Course Election

Both Hamilton’s commitment to excellence and its need to operate within its

resources have implications for course enrollment policy. Except for independent

studies and courses with limited enrollments, a student shall be free to elect, during

the calendar periods for registration, any course for which the prerequisites have

been met. However, a senior who desires to elect a 100-level course must first obtain

permission from the instructor.

Full-time students normally elect courses equal to four credits during both the fall

and spring semesters. During each of these semesters, students may carry no more

than five, and no fewer than thre e, f u l l - c r edit cours e s . A n y exception must be approve d

by the Committee on Academic Standing (see also “Overelection Fee,” under

“Tuition and Fees”).

Part-time study at Hamilton is available only to special students and to those

participating in the Hamilton Horizons Program (see “Admission”).

Course Changes for Fall and Spring Semesters

A student may change (add or drop) courses during the first four calendar days of

the fall and spring semesters after consultation with the advisor. An add/drop form

must be completed and re t u r ned to the Regi s t r a r ’s Office within the four-day peri o d .

Classes may not be added after the first week without permission of the

Committee on Academic Standing.After the first four calendar days of either semester,

a student who is taking four or more courses may drop a course up to one week after

midterm, after consulting with the advisor and the instructor of the course.The

dropped course counts as one of the 37 courses that a student can elect without

extra charge (see “Overelection Fee”).

After the drop deadline, a student may drop a course without the penalty of fa i l u r e

only with approval from the Committee on Academic Standing. Only extraordinary

circumstances warrant the committee’s approval of such a re q u e s t .

Grades

A student’s academic performance is graded by the instructor at the close of the

semester with one of 14 grades. Each of these grades is used to determine a student’s

average and class standing, a c c o r ding to the table below.The lowest passing mark is D-.

The letter grades with their numerical equivalents are shown below:

Excellent = A+ (98) A (95) A

(92)

Good = B+ (88) B (85) B

(82)

Satisfactory = C+ (78) C (75) C

(72)

Poor = D+ (68) D (65) D

(62)

Failure = F (55)

Serious Failure = FF (40)

The foregoing numerical equivalents of the letter grades are established to enable

the registrar to construct students’ grade point averages and class ranks, which are

necessarily numerical. An instructor assigns a letter grade to indicate his or her

qualitative (not numerical) assessment of a student’s work.

Thus, for example, an instructor would assign “C+,”“C” or “C-” to indicate

assessments of “satisfactory,” and the instructor may use any information he or she

considers appropriate, including, but not limited to, numerical information to decide

whether a student’s work is “ s a t i s f a c t o r y.” The re g i s t r a r ’s conve rsion of the instru c t o r ’s

letter grade into an element of a student’s grade point average is a separate matter.

Evaluation of performance in a course is represented by a single grade which

combines grades for work in the course and for the final examination in a ratio

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determined by the instructor.When a student elects to take a course on a credit/no

credit basis, standing in the course is represented by the notation of Cr, NC, F or FF

(see “Credit/No Credit Option”).When an independent study or an appropriately

designated course is carried for two semesters, the grade reported at the end of the

first semester is tentative.The grade assigned by the instructor at the end of the

second semester becomes the final mark for both semesters.

Fa i l u re in a Cours e —Students who fail a course may repeat that cours e ; if the fa i l e d

course is repeated, however, both grades will be included both on the permanent

transcript and in the cumulative average. A failed course may not be counted toward

the course credits required for graduation, but it is counted toward the 37 courses

that a student may elect without extra charge.

After the drop period, and following a warning to the student, an instructor may

request the Committee on Academic Standing to remove from the course a student

who is willfully and consistently neglectful of assigned work or other course obl i g a t i o n s .

If the committee concurs, a grade of F will be entered on the student’s permanent

transcript.

Grades of Incomplete and Grade Changes—Any grade of incomplete reported

by an instructor must first be approved by the Committee on Academic Standing.

Such approval is given rarely and only in circumstances beyond a student’s control,

such as a medical or family emergency. Approval permits the student to complete the

required work for the course by a deadline set by the instructor and the chairperson

of the Committee on Academic Standing. Normally this deadline will be no later

than six weeks from the end of the semester for which the grade of incomplete was

assigned. If all remaining work is not submitted by the deadline specified when the

incomplete is granted, the grade will automatically be changed to F.

An instructor may not change a grade, other than the removal of an incomplete

within the deadline, without the approval of the chair of the Committee on

Academic Standing.

Credit/No Credit Option—To encourage greater breadth in course election, the

faculty has adopted a rule that allows a student to elect four courses over the four-ye a r

pe r iod on a credit/no credit option. No more than one such option may be exe rc i s e d

in any given semester. Graduate and professional schools generally look with disfavor

on the use of this option in coursework considered crucial to the graduate field.

The credit/no credit option is subject to the following rules:

1) No first-year student is permitted to use the credit/no credit option in the

first semester.

2) Unless the instructor asks, he or she will not be informed which students are

taking a course on the credit/no credit option.

3) The student must inform the registrar of his or her intention to use the

credit/no credit option no later than the first four calendar days of the fall

and spring semesters.

4) No junior or senior may exercise the credit/no credit option in the depart-

ment of concentration or minor.

5) To qualify for a credit (Cr), a student must earn a C

or better.The grade will

not enter into the computation of the overall average.

6) If a student earns a grade of D+, D or D

, the transcript will show the

designation NC.The grade will not enter into the computation of the

overall average.

7) If a student earns a failing grade, the transcript will show an F or FF, and the

grade will enter into the computation of the overall average.

In certain cours e s , students may be evaluated “ s a t i s f a c t o r y ” or “unsatisfactory.”

The College Catalogue description of the course will include the notation “Evaluated

Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory,” which will apply to all students registered for the course.

The recorded evaluation (S or U) will under no circumstances be convertible to a

conventional grade.

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Under this option, full-credit courses that are evaluated satisfactory/unsatisfactory

may be counted, but may not be required, for the concentration or minor, and they

may not be elected by students in their first semester.The combined number of full-

credit satisfactory/unsatisfactory and credit/no credit courses that a student may elect

is four.

Academic Average

Based on grades submitted by instru c t o r s , a nu m e r ical academic average is determ i n e d

for each student for each semester and cumulatively for all work taken at Hamilton.

A student is assigned a specific ranking in the class, which appears on the permanent

record.This information is available to the student and to those parties authorized by

the student to re c e ive it. Grades in courses accepted for transferred credit are excluded

from the student’s average.

Grades earned in courses taken by independent coverage are included in the cumu-

l a t i ve average. Grades for the Hamilton Junior Year in France Program, the Academic

Year in Spain Program, the Associated Colleges in China Program, the Hamilton

Program in New York City and the Hamilton Term in Washington are included in

the cumulative average.

Class Attendance

Every student is expected to attend class regularly. A student who must be absent

because of medical or family emergency should notify the Office of the Dean of

Students and his or her instructors. Absence for any reason does not remove the

student’s responsibility for learning the material covered during the absence, for turn-

ing in assignments, for obtaining materials distributed in class and for knowledge of

the next assignment. Instructors may drop students from a limited-enrollment course

if they are absent at any time during the first week of classes.

When an instructor believes that lack of attendance is affecting a student’s academic

performance, the instructor may warn the student or ask the Committee on

Academic Standing to do so.The committee may drop from the course a student

who fails to heed such a notice. If the committee drops the student, a grade of F will

be recorded.

Excuse of Illness—Students who are indisposed by illness that might inhibit their

academic work should contact their instructors before assignments are due. The

instructors will determine whatever alternative arrangements, if any, will be available

to the student. Except for confinement to bed upon the order of the College phy s i c i a n

or nu r s e , the Health Center will not excuse a student from academic obl i g a t i o n s .

E x a m i n a t i o n s —Hour examinations nor mally shall not be given during the last

two weeks of the semester. In-class final examinations shall not be given before the

beginning of the final examination period; out-of-class final examinations shall not

be due prior to the beginning of the final examination period. Evening exams are

limited to two hours and are planned with the expectation that capable students

could complete their exams within 75 minutes.

The final examination period consists of six day s , with two scheduled examination

sessions per day. If a student is scheduled to take more than one examination in a

single session, the student should ask an instructor to reschedule his or her final

examination. If the rescheduling presents a problem for the student or the instructor,

the student should consult the Office of the Dean of Students. Other reasons f o r

rescheduling will be evaluated by the instru c t o r , who must approve the time change.

Academic Standing

The faculty assumes that every student admitted to Hamilton will be able to qualify

for graduation. However, the opportunity to continue at Hamilton is a privilege that

a student must earn by academic achievement. A student separated from the College

for academic deficiency (see below) is not in good academic standing. A student on

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academic probation (see below) is not in good academic standing but remains eligi b l e

for financial aid.

Hamilton reserves the right, at any time, to suspend for any period or to separate

from the College any student whose academic performance or personal conduct on

or off campus is, in the sole judgment of the College, unsatisfactory or detrimental to

the best interests of the College. Neither the College, nor any of its trustees, officers,

faculty or administrative staff shall be subject to any liability whatsoever on account

of such suspension or separation. A student who is separated or suspended from the

College or who withdraws is required to leave campus within 48 hours, unless

permission to remain longer is granted by the dean of students.

Academic Warnings—Instructors may at any time during the term submit written

reports for all students whose standing in a course is unsatisfactory (borderline or

failing). Students and their advisors receive copies of these warnings. A student who

receives two or more such warnings in the same semester must consult with the

associate dean of students (academic).

Class Status—The Registrar’s Office determines class status by the number of

courses a student has completed satisfactorily.

Academic Pro b a t i o n — The Committee on Academic Standing will place on academic

probation for the succeeding semester a student whose substandard achievement is

reflected in the semester’s final grades in any of the following ways:

1) failure in a full-credit course in each of two consecutive semesters;

2) receiving grades below C

in courses totaling two or more units;

3) fai l u re to maintain a cumu l a t ive average of 72 or higher in those grades earn e d

since accumulating 16 credits (including AP, transfer and HEOP credits);

4) failure in any course (whether for full or partial credit) by a student on

probation.

5) failure in a sophomore seminar, except in the case where the student has

already successfully completed another sophomore seminar in a previous

semester or during the current term.

6) failure to complete successfully a sophomore seminar by the end of the first

semester of the junior year and for every semester thereafter that the require-

ment is not completed.

A student who is on academic probation is ineligible for study abroad.The

Committee on Academic Standing may also prevent or limit participation by students

on academic probation in prize competitions, intercollegiate athletics and other

extracurricular activities, including the holding of offices in chartered undergraduate

organizations.

The Committee on Academic Standing will normally recommend that a student’s

degree be withheld for one year if a senior’s record during the final semester at

Hamilton would have resulted in probation.

Suspension from the College for Academic Deficiency—The Committee on

Academic Standing will normally suspend from the College for a period of one year

a student who has:

1) failed two or more full-credit courses during a semester; or

2) accumulated failures in a total of five courses; or

3) incurred a third academic probation.

A student suspended for academic deficiency will be notified in writing of the

committee’s decision, the reasons for the suspension, the length of the suspension and

the conditions under which he or she will be considered for readmission to the College.

A student readmitted from a suspension for academic deficiency will be placed on

academic probation for the semester immediately following readmission.

Expulsion from the College for Academic Deficiency—The Committee on

Academic Standing will normally expel from the College:

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1) any student who is readmitted from an academic suspension and whose

record subsequent to readmission makes him or her subject to academic

probation or to another suspension;

2) a senior who has failed to maintain a cumulative average of 72 in all courses

taken at Hamilton as part of the concentration.

Expulsion is permanent dismissal from the College. A student who is expelled

may not be readmitted and will have no further opportunity to qualify for a degree

from Hamilton.

Permanent Record—A student who is suspended or expelled from the College as

a consequence of an action taken by the Committee on Academic Standing (academic

fa i l u r e ) , the Judicial Board (social infractions) or the Honor Court (academic dishonesty)

will have recorded on his or her permanent transcript a note explaining the reason

or reasons for the suspension or expulsion as follows:“suspended (or expelled) from

the College on (date)_______________for the reason of _______________.”

Transfer of Credit to Hamilton for Study Away

With faculty approval, qualified students may spend one to three semesters of study

in an approved program overseas or at another American institution, or may receive

credit for part-time study while on personal leave or during summers.The College

tries to be responsive to the needs of students seeking diverse educational settings

or courses not offered at Hamilton. At the same time, transferred credit can have a

significant effect on the meaning and value of the Hamilton degree and thus must

represent work that meets Hamilton’s standards. The College considers the opportunity to

earn transferred credit a privilege, rather than a right, and evaluates carefully the merits of all

transferred credit petitions.

Every student intending to study away from Hamilton should prepare by taking

the appropriate foundation courses. Consultation with the appropriate department

chairs and the associate dean of students early in the sophomore year is advised.

The conditions for transferred credit are as follows:

1) Students planning to study away from Hamilton must register their intentions

with the Dean of Students Office by February 25 for the following fall

semester or by October 8 for the spring semester.T h ey must complete the

t r a n s f e r red cre d i t petition and receive the approval of their advisor and/or the

appropriate department chairs before they begin the course of study away.

Students who change their programs after leaving campus should discuss sub-

stitutions with the associate dean of students (academic) by e-mail or telephone.

2) Courses must be taken at an accredited institution and must be considered by

the faculty at Hamilton to be in the liberal arts. Students are encouraged to

study at four-year institutions. Students who have earned 14 or more

Hamilton units (including units earned by all forms of transferred credit) may

present for transferred credit only courses taken at a four-year institution.

3) Each course must be approved by the chair of the Hamilton department or

p rogram that would offer the course at the College. To obtain approva l ,

s t udents must provide a copy of the catalogue description of each course. If a

co u rse is not clearly within the purv i ew of a Hamilton department or progr a m ,

the Committee on Academic Standing will determine its acceptability.T h e

a p p ro p r iate chair should indicate if a course will apply towa rd a student’s

concentration or minor.

4) Correspondence courses are not acceptable for transferred credit. Courses in

which a substantial portion of the enrollment consists of high school students

are not acceptable for transferred credit, even if they are college-level courses

taught by a university-approved instructor or visiting professor.

5) Grades must be the equivalent of C or higher.

6) Students who carry out independent studies at another college or university

in the United States must submit a separate form indicating that a Hamilton

faculty member has evaluated and approved the completed project.

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7) Transferred credits may account for no more than one-half of the total

graduation cre d i t s . No more than two course credits will be granted for

study during a summer.

8) S e n i o rs must take their final semester at Hamilton College. M a t r iculated students

m ay spend no more than three semesters studying away from Hamilton.

9) The quantity of transferred credit that a student may earn toward a Hamilton

degree for work done at another school is determined by a proportionality

be t ween the 32 Hamilton units re q u i red for a Hamilton degree and the nu m b e r

of units re q u i red at the other school to earn a degre e. For example, if a school

re q u i res 120 semester-hours for a degre e, a course wo r th three semester-hours

at that school is .025 of the total work re q u i r ed for a degree at that school. B y

p r o p o rt i o n a l i t y, that three semester-hour course would generate .8 of a Hamilton

unit, because (.025)(32) = .8. The registrar will use this rule to evaluate the

totality of a student’s transferred credit for a given semester or summer.

10) The Committee on Academic Standing grants final approval of all transferred

credit petitions. Any requests for exceptions to the above conditions must be

submitted to the committee.

Tr a n s f e r red cre d i t , including summer school and advanced placement cre d i t , is counted

t owa rd the courses re q u i red for a degre e. Such credit is entered on the transcri p t . The

grade, however, is not included in the student’s average and, therefore, does not affect

class rank, which is determined solely on the basis of grades awarded for courses

taken in Hamilton programs.

Once transferred credit has been entered on a student’s transcript, that credit may

not be removed from the transcript without approval of the Committee on

Academic Standing.

Foreign students who enter Hamilton as first-year students and desire transferred

credit for work done at a foreign college or university should consult the associate

dean of students (academic) during their first year.

Study in a Foreign Country

1) Students planning to study in a foreign country must follow and complete

the procedures specified above for off-campus study and transferred credit.

(These provisions do not apply to the Hamilton programs in France, Spain,

New York City, Wa s h i n g t o n , D. C. , or the Associated Colleges Program in

C h i n a . See the appro p r iate departments for the re l evant inform a t i o n . )

2) All students planning to study away must discuss their plans with the coord i-

nator of Study A b r oad Progr a m s (located in the Dean of Students Office)

b e f o r e Fe b r u a r y 25 for the fall semester, or October 8 for the spring semester.

Only students in good academic and social standing at the College may re c e i ve

an approve d leave of absence for foreign study.

3) As in the case of other off-campus programs, final approval of foreign study

programs and transfer of foreign study credit is granted by the Committee on

Academic Standing.

Upon returning to Hamilton, the student must have an official transcript sent to

the Office of the Registrar documenting completion of the approved program. No

c redit will be approved for courses taken cre d i t/no cre d i t . Students must re c e ive letter

grades or equivalents from off-campus programs.

To earn credit toward a Hamilton degree for study abroad, a student must:

1) e a r n a grade point average of 82 or higher during the two consecutive s e m e s t e rs

at Hamilton immediately preceding the student’s last semester at Hamilton

before leaving for the study abroad.

2) receive no final grades of F or FF in the semester immediately preceding the

proposed period of study abroad.

Students applying to the Hamilton programs in France or Spain or the Associated

Colleges in China Program may, with the support of the appro p r iate program dire c t o r

and the concentration advisor, apply to the Committee on Academic Standing for a

waiver of the 82 average rule.

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To earn credit toward a Hamilton degree by work transferred from study abroad

in a country whose language is not English, a student must meet both of the follow-

ing requirements:

1) prior to studying abroad, pass a course (or otherwise demonstrate proficiency)

in the language of that country at:

a. the fourth-semester level for French, German, Russian, Spanish, Latin and

Greek;

b. the second-semester level for Italian, Chinese and Japanese;

c. the second-semester level, if the Critical Language Program at Hamilton

offers instruction in that language regularly.

2) while studying abroad, undertake for credit work that is either conducted in

the language of that country or that increases the student’s proficiency in that

language.The student must earn a grade of C or higher, and the work must

be worth at least one-fifth of the total work presented for transferred credit

from that study abroad.

The Committee on Academic Standing may, upon the recommendation of an

academic department at Hamilton, modify these requirements for specific students or

programs of study abroad.

Evaluation of Credit for Transfer Students

Transcripts of college work to date will be reviewed by the registrar, in consultation

with the Committee on Academic Standing, to determine the courses that will be

accepted for transfer. (See the preceding section for the cri t e r ia used.) Transfer students

must complete at least half of their undergraduate program at Hamilton to receive a

Hamilton College degree.

When the transcript has been eva l u a t e d , the re g istrar will send the transfer student

a statement of accepted courses and an estimate of the Hamilton credit equivalency,

and upon matriculation will enter the courses and grades on the student’s H a m i l t o n

re c o rd . The re g istrar will assign a class year based on the number of cre d i t s accepted for

transfer. A transfer student is governed by the academic regulations that pertain to the

class in which he or she has been placed.

All transfer students must take the quantitative skills proficiency examination.T h e y

must consult with the Physical Education Department regarding completion of t h e

p hysical education re q u i r e m e n t . If awa rded junior standing, a transfer student mu s t

d e c l a r e a concentration upon matri c u l a t i o n . C o u r ses taken elsew h e re may be counted

toward the concentration if approved by the appropriate department.

Acceleration

Acceleration permits students to graduate one full year ahead of the normal date of

gr a d u a t i o n . Students wishing to accelerate must apply to the Committee on A c a d e m i c

Standing for permission to do so no later than the end of the first semester of the

sophomore year.The committee will consider both the advisability of acceleration

and the means of achieving it. Approval will be granted only to those students whose

academic ability and personal maturity are judged adequate.

Leaves of Absence

A student may request from the associate dean of students (academic) an academic or

personal leave of absence.A student may request from the dean of students a medical

or psychological leave. Students should consult with their academic advisor and the

appropriate dean prior to requesting leave. Leaves of absence may be granted for

a specified period of time, normally one or two semesters. Students on leave are

expected to return to Hamilton at the conclusion of the approved leave.

While on leave, students will be informed of preregistration at the appropriate

time in the semester preceding their return, and are responsible for meeting the same

deadlines as currently enrolled students.A r rangements for housing must be completed

before students leave campus. In order to do this, students must complete a proxy

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form and register it with the Office of Residential Life. Students who fail to prereg-

ister or who leave Hamilton without formally being granted a leave of absence will

be withdrawn and must reapply to the dean of students. A request for a change in a

student’s leave, or cancellation, must be made to the appropriate dean. Should the

dean approve the request to cancel a leave, the student must pay the continuation fee

and then may exercise his or her own on-campus options, to the extent that the

College schedule allows.

All requests for a leave of absence must be re c e i ved by Fe b ru a r y 15 for the follow i n g

fall semester, or by October 18 for the following spring semester. Students with an

approved leave do not pay the continuation fee, preregister or participate in the

housing or meal plan lotteries.The continuation fee is refundable until May 1; after

that date it is forfeited.

Students may occasionally need to arrange a leave of absence after the spring or

fall deadlines for reasons beyond their control.These students should apply to the

dean of students, who may allow financial and other regulations to be waived.When

a leave is granted, the dean of students may also specify special conditions for the

student’s readmission to Hamilton.

Academic Leave of Absence—Students intending to pursue an academic program

at another institution, either at an A m e r ican college or in a foreign study progr a m , mu s t

request in writing an academic leave from the associate dean of students (academic).

Personal Leave of Absence—Students may request in writing a leave for personal

or financial reasons from the associate dean of students (academic).

Medical or Psychological Leave of A b s e n c e — Students who have a pro f e s s i o n a l l y

diagnosed medical or psychological condition that interferes with their academic or

social life at Hamilton may request from the dean of students a medical or psycho-

logical leave of absence. For such a leave to be considered, the student must a u t h o r i z e

the director of Student Health Services and/or the director of Counseling and Psycho-

logical Services, as appropriate, to provide confirmation of the presence and severity

of the condition to the dean of students.

Students whose behavior is either disruptive or presents a danger to themselves or

to others may be referred to the Health Center or to the Counseling Center for

evaluation and diagnosis if the dean of students suspects that a medical or psychologi c a l

condition may underlie the behav i o r. If the consultation confirms the pre s e n c e of such

a condition, the dean of students may decide to place such students on an invo l u n t a r y

medical or psychological leave of absence. Students who refuse to cooperate with

such eva l u a t i ve pro c e d u r es will be subject to invo l u n t a r y leave until evaluations a re

c o m p l e t e d . Students who face invo l u n t a r y leave have the right to request a member o f

the faculty or administration to act as an advisor or advo c a t e.

Students who take a leave during a semester will normally be on-leave for the

remainder of that semester plus the subsequent semester. Students who have been on

medical or psychological leave of absence must apply to the dean of students to

return. Normally this request should be made 30 days in a d vance of the proposed date

of re t u r n . Requests will be granted only after the dire c t o r of Student Health Serv i c e s

a n d/or the director of Counseling and Psychol o gical Services i n f o r ms the dean of

students that he or she is satisfied that the student is ready to re t u r n ; this will norm a l l y

re q u i r e the student to supply documentation from appropriate professionals confirming

that the condition leading to the leave has been resolved.

Suspension, Withdrawal and Readmission

Academic Suspension—A student suspended for academic deficiency will be

notified in writing of the decision of the Committee on Academic Standing, the

reasons for suspension, the length of the suspension and the conditions under which

he or she will be considered for readmission to the College. A student readmitted

from a suspension for academic deficiency will be placed on academic probation for

the semester immediately following readmission.

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Disciplinary Suspension—Students may be suspended from the College for

disciplinary reasons. Readmission to the College after the semester of suspension is

not automatic, but requires application to the dean of students. A student readmitted

f rom suspension for disciplinary reasons will normally be placed on disciplinary

p r obation for the semester immediately following readmission. Readmission will

normally be denied if the conditions specified at the time of suspension have not

been met. Hamilton reserves the right to defer readmission if space is not available.

Withdrawal—Students who leave Hamilton while a semester is in progress or at the

end of the semester, and who do not wish to return at a future date, are required to

formally withdraw from the College by meeting with the associate dean of students

(academic) and following the proper exit procedures.

Readmission—Former students or students who have completed withdrawal

procedures may apply to the dean of admission for readmission to the College.

Applications for readmission are to be submitted at least one month prior to the

b e g i n n i n g of the semester in which the student wishes to return.

Continuation at Hamilton

Continuation Deposit—A continuation deposit of $400, deductible from the fall

tuition bill, is required of all students who intend to continue at Hamilton.This

deposit is due by March 1 of each ye a r . It may be refunded up to May 1; after that

date it is forfeited.

Preregistration—Preregistration is held in November for the following spring

semester and in April for the following fall semester. In order to preregister for the

fall semester, students must have paid the continuation fee. Students who have not

preregistered may be withdrawn from the College.

Housing Lottery—In order to continue in college housing, returning students

select their rooms for the next academic year through the housing lottery at the end

of the spring semester. In order to be eligi b l e, students must have paid the continu a t i o n

fe e, h ave their accounts clear and have pre r e g i s t e r ed for classes for the fall semester.T h e

housing lottery information booklet, published in the middle of the spring semester,

contains additional requirements pertaining to the process and student eligibility.

Students wishing to live off campus must participate in a separate process which is

normally offered only to rising seniors. Any permission to live off campus is granted

on a yearly basis only. Students are advised to not sign a lease until they have been

granted permission to move off campus by the College during the spring.

Meal Plan Placement—Each student must participate on a meal plan while

classes are in session.All first-year and sophomore students must participate on the

21-meal plan. Most junior and senior students will participate on the 7-, 14- or

21-meal plan, depending on where they live. Certain housing locations permit

students to take fewer meals in the dining halls. However, all students (including

off-campus residents), at a minimum, must participate in the five-lunch plan, known

as the Common Meal Plan. Students with medical restrictions need to consult

with the director of residential life. (For more on meal plan placement, see

http://www.hamilton.edu/college/residential_life/mealplanoptions.pdf)

Student Records

College regulations defining access to student records under the provisions of the

Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (“Buckley Law”) are described in the

“Appendix.”

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Honors

The College recognizes academic achievement with a variety of honors. Specific

awards, fellowships, scholarships and prizes are described in the “Appendix” of the

College Catalogue.

Commencement Honors

Those students who complete the entire College course with a standing in the first

five percent of the graduating class will earn general honors and receive the bacca-

laureate degree summa cum laude; those in the next 10 percent, magna cum laude;

and those in the next 10 percent, cum laude.

The two students who attain the first and second highest standings for the

College course shall be given, respectively, valedictory and salutatory honors.To be

eligible for valedictory or salutatory honor, a student must have earned at least 23

units of credit at Hamilton College.

Departmental Honors

Honors in the concentration are awarded by vote of the faculty in the area of con-

centration to those seniors who have completed courses that satisfy the concentration

with an average of not less than 88 and who have also met with distinction the

additional criteria established for honors in the concentration. Individual departments

and programs may require a higher average.These criteria are listed in the depart-

mental entries which appear in the section on “Courses of Instruction.” Matters of

character constitute legitimate considerations for a department to deny an award of

honors in the concentration.

Dean’s List

The College also re c o gnizes academic achievement at the conclusion of each semester.

At those times, the dean of the faculty makes public the names of students who have

carried throughout the semester a course load of four or more graded credits with

an average of 90 or above.(A special criterion for the Dean’s List applies to the Term

in Washington and Hamilton in New York City programs; see “Academic Programs

and Services.”)

Phi Beta Kappa

Founded at The College of William and Mary in 1776 to foster love of learn i n g , Phi

Beta Kappa is the oldest academic honorary society in A m e r i c a.The Hamilton chapter,

known as the Epsilon Chapter of New York, was established in 1870. Students are

elected during their senior year on the basis of academic distinction in the liberal arts

and sciences. In examining the academic records of candidates, the chapter considers

the breadth of their engagement with the liberal arts and their fulfillment of the acad-

emic purposes and goals of the College. Breadth in the liberal arts normally involves

one course in at least five of the six following categories - art s , math/computer science,

s c i e n c e s , social sciences, languages and humanities. In at least three of those categori e s ,

the student will have taken a course at the 200-level or above.The Hamilton chapter

normally selects about 10 percent of the senior class for membership.

Sigma Xi

The Hamilton College chapter of Sigma Xi, the national honor society for scientists,

was installed in 1965.The goals of Sigma Xi are to advance scientific research, to

encourage companionship and cooperation among scientists in all disciplines and to

assist the wider understanding of science. Students who show marked aptitude for

re s e a r ch and who are continuing in re s e a r ch at the graduate level are elected to associate

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membership. Students not continuing on to graduate school are awarded certificates

of re c o g n i t i o n . Nominations are based on the student’s performance in an independent

study or a senior research project.

Lambda Pi Eta

The Hamilton College chapter of Lambda Pi Eta, known as Epsilon Kappa, was

established in 1996. Membership in Lambda Pi Eta is based on academic excellence

in and commitment to communication studies.The purpose of the society is to

recognize, foster and encourage outstanding scholastic achievement in communi-

cation studies.

Omicron Delta Epsilon

The Hamilton College chapter of Omicron Delta Epsilon, the international honor

society in economics, was established in 1990.The society recognizes scholastic

attainment in economics, encourages the establishment of closer ties between students

and faculty in economics and emphasizes the professional aspects of economics as a

career in the academic world, business, government and international organizations.

Phi Alpha Theta

Alpha Epsilon Upsilon, the Hamilton College chapter of Phi Alpha Theta, was

installed in 1991.This international honor society recognizes academic excellence

and promotes the study of history through the encouragement of research, good

teaching, publication and the exchange of learning and thought among historians.

Phi Sigma Iota

Iota Nu, the Hamilton College chapter of Phi Sigma Iota, was installed in 1977.This

national honor society encourages scholarship and recognizes achievement in foreign

and classical languages and literatures.

Pi Sigma Alpha

Kn own as Tau Kappa, the Hamilton College chapter of Pi Sigma Alpha was establ i s h e d

in 1993.This national political science honor society recognizes academic achieve-

ment in various fields of political science and encourages intellectual discourse on

public affairs and international relations among students and faculty.

Psi Chi

The Hamilton College chapter of Psi Chi, the national honor society in psychology,

was established in 1977.The purpose of the society is to advance the science of

psychology and to encourage, stimulate and maintain members’ scholarship in all

fields, particularly psychology.

Fellowships, Prizes and Prize Scholarships

In addition to the honors listed in this section, the College awards fellowships, prizes

and prize scholarships in recognition of academic and other kinds of achievement.

Fellowships are awarded to graduating seniors to permit them to continue their

education.

Most prizes are given for academic achievement in a particular discipline, either in

general coursework or in an essay or other exercise. A few prizes recognize personal

character or service to the College community.

Prize scholarships are competitive and are awarded to students in recognition of

outstanding achievement. A number of endowed scholarship funds, established by

alumni and friends of the College, support them. See “Scholarships, Fellowships and

Prizes.”

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Postgraduate Planning

Just as Hamilton provides academic advisors to its students during their undergr a d u a t e

years, so it endeavors to assist them in their plans for postgraduate study and employ-

ment.The staff of the Career Center regularly advises students on postgraduate

planning, and many faculty members are available for consultation concerning study

or careers in their particular fields of interest.

In recent ye a rs , a p p roximately 18 percent of new graduates have entered gr a d u a t e o r

p rofessional schools directly after college. Some 50 percent enter graduate progr a m s

within five years after receiving their degrees. Since most Hamilton students under-

take postgraduate study, proper preparation for such work is an important aim of the

curriculum. About 80 percent of recent seniors elected to take jobs immediately after

graduation. As they begin to plan for their postgraduate years, all un d e r g raduates are

encouraged to use the re s o u r ces and counsel ava i l a b le at Hamilton.

Career Center

The Career Center offers workshops, individual appointments and other services to

assist students in exploring career options, preparing for job searches and planning for

graduate and professional schools. Students are strongly urged to visit the center in

their first or second year at Hamilton. Information on career development and career

field choices, and data on all recruiting opportunities, is available online at the Career

Center Web site (www.hamilton.edu/college/career).The office maintains reference

books concerning graduate study in the United States and abroad, as well as infor-

mation on internships, volunteer programs and summer employment. Also, the center

acts as a clearinghouse for students who wish to establish a permanent file of cre d e n t i a l s .

In addition to arr a n g ing career seminars and campus visits by employe r s and

re p resentatives of graduate and professional schools, the Career Center coordinates a

mentoring program with the participation of alumni, who are an integral part of t h e

c a r eer advising pro c e s s . Each year a number of alumni re t u r n to campus to discuss

career options with students in a variety of formal and informal settings, and students

often visit alumni at their places of employment during school vacations.

Graduate Study in Arts and Sciences

Students contemplating graduate study should consult as early as possible with the

chair of the department in which they plan to concentrate. Knowledge of require-

ments for the primary field of interest and of appropriate related courses is essential

to planning a solid program. For example, students considering a career in chemistry

need to know the courses that will enable them to qualify for a certificate issued by

the American Chemical Society, as well as the courses most helpful toward graduate

work in chemistry. A student considering geology should be aware that the other

natural sciences are useful both to the potential concentrator and to the future geol-

ogi s t . A solid grounding in mathematics, including analytical geometry and elementary

calculus, is particularly important to the scientist, the economist and very frequently

to the social scientist.

Any student planning on graduate work should be aware that many programs

require a reading knowledge of at least one foreign language for the master’s degree

and often two for the doctorate. A student should consider whether French, German,

Greek, Latin, Russian, Spanish or a non-Western language will be helpful.

A student contemplating graduate work should consult the catalogues of major

universities for their requirements. (A wide selection may be found at the Burke

Library.) The knowledge so gained will permit useful planning in consultation with

the appropriate department chair.

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Health Professions

All accredited medical and dental schools require one year of English, one year

of biology, two years of chemistry (including organic) and one year of physics.

Additional requisites vary, but often include “competence in mathematics” and

broadly stated background in social sciences and humanities.The requirements for

schools of veterinary medicine are generally more rigid; those for the allied health

professions, including physical therapy, optometry, podiatry and nursing, are some-

what more flexible. Students interested in any career in the health professions should

consult with the health professions advisor as early as possible to plan a course of

study to meet the requirements of the schools of their choice. (See “Early Assurance

Program in Medicine” under “Academic Programs and Services.”)

Law

Many Hamilton students enter law school immediately upon graduation or within a

few years thereafter.While law schools do not prescribe any particular courses or

program of study as part of a formal pre-law curriculum, they seek graduates who

demonstrate analytical reasoning powe rs , skill in oral and written forms of expre s s i o n ,

and the ability to comprehend and organize large amounts of factual data. Students

interested in entering law school are advised and assisted by the Pre-Law Committee

composed of faculty members and the associate director of the Career Center.

Education

Hamilton is proud of the number and quality of its graduates who have pursued

ca re e rs in the field of education. Students interested in teaching, school administration,

student services and other careers in education should consult with the staff of the

Career Center, the Office of the Dean of Students, the director of the Education

Studies Program and/or their advisor.

Business and Government Service

For many careers and professions, no prescribed program is necessary.The best prepa-

ration for business or gove r nment service is we l l - d e veloped skills in re a d i n g , speaking

and writing; a wide choice of courses, including economics and/or mathematics; and

a concentration in the area which the student finds most interesting. Students who

intend to enter a graduate school of management or business administration are

strongly advised to take mathematics at least through calculus. In addition, many

employers look for well-rounded students who also have demonstrated leadership,

community service and involvement in extra curricular activities during their time at

Hamilton.

Engineering

Students interested in engineering as a career may pursue this interest at Hamilton

in a number of ways.Among others, the cooperative program (see “Cooperative

Engineering Programs” under “Academic Programs and Services”) leads to the B.S.

or M.S. degree in engineering in a 3-2, 4-2 or 2-1-1-1 plan. Other arrangements

may also be made. In order to keep this career option open, it is necessary to take

courses in physics, mathematics and chemistry.The usual pattern is at least one

course in science and one in mathematics for each of the first five or six semesters.

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Admission

As a liberal arts institution, Hamilton encourages applications from students of dive r s e

talents and intellectual promise. Prospective students are selected not only on the

basis of their performance in high school and their ability to profit from Hamilton’s

various programs, but also on the basis of their capacity to enrich college life in some

fashion — be it scholastic or extracurricular.

The Admission Committee reviews each application individually and reaches a

decision by consensus. Since the number of qualified candidates far exceeds the

number of openings available each year, admission to Hamilton is highly competitive.

Requirements for Admission

Because Hamilton’s academic program is rigorous, applicants for admission must

demonstrate highly developed learning skills.The candidate should, t h e r e f o r e, c o m p l e t e

a formal secondary school program, including such preparatory subjects as English,

mathematics, foreign language, science and social studies. Although the distribution

of these subjects may vary, a minimum of four years of English, three years of mathe-

matics, three years of science and three years of one foreign language is desirable.

Nonetheless, since the prime criterion for admission remains the candidate’s ability

and desire to perform at intellectually demanding levels, Hamilton will consider

applications from highly recommended individuals whose preparation does not

conform to these guidelines.

The deadline for submitting applications through regular decision is January 1.An

application consists of the follow i n g : the application form itself ( H a m i l t o n ’s application

is the Common A p p l i c a t i o n ) , H a m i l t o n ’s one-page A p p l i c a t i o n S u p p l e m e n t , a secondary

school report, a mid-year school report and a teacher reference form. In addition,

applicants must write an essay and submit a graded sample of expository prose.

Applicants are offered a variety of ways to meet Hamilton’s standardized test require-

ment.They include: SAT 1; or the American College Testing assessment test (ACT);

or three SAT 2 tests in different areas of study, to include the w r iting test, a quantitative

test (chemistry, math or physics) and one test of the student’s c h o i c e ; or three A d va n c e d

Placement (AP) tests in different areas of study, to include English, a quantitative test

(computer science, c h e m i s t r y, e c o n o m i c s , math or physics) and one test of the student’s

c h o i c e ; or three scores in different areas of study from any mix of the above, to include

an English test, a quantitative test and a test of the student’s choice. If a student does

not indicate a testing preference, the Admission Committee will make a decision in

his or her best interest.

Because the Admission Committee wants to know as much as possible about each

applicant, a personal interview on campus is strongly recommended. Interviews may

be scheduled from spring of the junior year through February 15 of the senior year.

The candidate should contact the Admission Office (800-843-2655 or admission@

hamilton.edu) to schedule an appointment. Because interview slots are limited and

are often booked weeks in advance, students are urged to arrange an appointment

well ahead of their intended visit.The Admission Office schedules interv i ews Monday

t h rough Fri d ay from 9 a.m.-3 p. m . The office is also open on most Saturd a y morn i n g s

from July through November (but candidates are encouraged to visit the campus on

a weekday if possible). For those unable to visit the College or schedule an interview

d u r ing their visit, an off-campus interv i e w with an alumna or alumnus of the College

may be arranged. An off-campus interview should be requested as early as possible

during the senior year. Alumni interviews cannot be scheduled after January 1.

The phone number is 800-791-9283.

A campus visit should invo l ve more than just an interv i ew.Applicants are encouraged

to take a tour of the campus, visit classes, talk with faculty members and students,

and eat in one of the dining halls. Overnight accommodations are available (Sundays

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through Thursdays, starting October 1) with student hosts or in the B r istol C e n t e r. I n

either case, the Admission Office recommends that students make re s e r va t i o ns ahead of

time and will be glad to assist them with any arr a n g e m e n t s .

Hamilton is a member of the National Association of College Admission Counselors

and adheres to its Statement of Principles of Good Practice in the admission process.

Applicants are expected to be aware of their rights and responsibilities as delineated

in the Statement of Students’ Rights and Responsibilities as pro mulgated by NACAC.

Copies of either or both of those statements may be obtained by writing or calling

the Admission Office.

Early Decision

The Early Decision program is designed for students who have investigated their

college options thoroughly and have decided that Hamilton is their “first choice.”

Hamilton College values the commitment and enthusiasm demonstrated by students

who choose this program. Our statistics show that Early Decision candidates have

received a slight advantage in the admission and financial aid process.The program

enables students to clearly indicate that Hamilton is their first choice, and allows

admitted students to conclude their college search early in the senior year.

A student may apply for Early Decision under the following plans:

Plan I: November 15—Deadline for application

December 15—Notification of decision

Plan II: Applications are due by Ja n u a r y 1.

Candidates will be notified by February 20.

N o t e : Regular decision candidates may conve rt to ED II

by filing an Early Decision agreement prior to February 10.

Students applying to the College under any of the Early Decision plans will be

re q u i re d to sign a statement that they will withdraw all other college applications

and will file no additional applications if they are accepted by Hamilton. A guidance

counselor must also acknowledge the commitment by signing this statement.

To apply for aid, students should complete and file the Free Application for

Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and the College Scholarship Service (CSS) PRO F I L E

application prior to Fe b ru a r y 1 of the year they will enter college. If the PROFILE

and FAFSA are filed after February 1, photocopies of the forms should be sent

simultaneously to Hamilton’s Financial Aid Office.This will ensure that the request

receives full consideration for assistance. Be aware that filing the PROFILE is a two-

step process.The registration form must be filed before CSS will send the actual

application. Students will need to file the re g istration form in mid-Ja n u a r y in order

to file the application by Fe b r u a r y 1.

Early and Deferred Admission

Candidates able to satisfy high school graduation requirements by the end of their

junior year and who wish to matriculate at Hamilton the following fall will receive

the same consideration as any other applicant. Excellent students who have exhausted

their high school course offerings before the senior year but who will not satisfy

graduation requirements may also be considered for early admission. Early admission

candidates are strongly advised to have a personal interview on campus.

Candidates who have been accepted for admission and are fully committed to

Hamilton, yet who prefer to postpone entrance for one year, may request deferred

admission. A place will be reserved for them upon acceptance of their deferral by

the admission committee and receipt of the required registration deposit of $400.

Candidates requesting deferred admission should understand that they are expected

to attend Hamilton and may not apply to other colleges during their year off.

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Admission with Advanced Placement

Entering students who score satisfactorily on the Advanced Placement Tests or who

h a ve earned the International Baccalaureate diploma may be awa r ded (with the

a p p rova l of the appropriate department and the Committee on Academic Standing)

advanced placement and/or credit. In addition, credit may be granted for coursework

taken on other college campuses with regular college faculty.

With the approvals of the appropriate academic departments and the Committee

on Academic Standing, students who have earned the International Baccalaureate

diploma may be awarded credit based on that diploma.

With the same approvals, a student who scores satisfactorily on an Advanced

Placement Test may be awa r ded advanced placement in that depart m e n t ’s curri c u l u m .

The department, may, but need not, award the student credit for a lower-level course

upon that student’s completing, with a grade satisfactory to the department, the

course in which he or she was placed.

A student may not receive credit toward a degree solely on the basis of a score on

an Advanced Placement Test.

Higher Education Opportunity Program and

College Scholars Program

Hamilton participates in the New York State-sponsored Higher Education Opport u n i t y

P r ogram (HEOP), designed to provide a wide range of services to qualified applicants

wh o, because of educational and economic circ u m s t a n c e s , would otherwise be unabl e

to attend college.These services include a summer session in preparation for matric-

ulation at the College, counseling and tutoring. A general college studies summer

session is re q u i r ed for HEOP and College Scholar students and is designed to intro-

duce students to the liberal art s . T h i s course covers such fields as English, speech,

psychology, philosophy, science, mathematics and geology, and provides students with

the expertise to develop a program of study, in consultation with an advisor, which

will meet their perceived educational needs.

Hamilton College financial aid funds are available to students admitted under

HEOP. Hamilton also conducts a parallel program to HEOP, the College Scholars

Program, for students who do not meet all the Hamilton HEOP re q u i re m e n t s ,

whether they be economic, academic or geographic. For further information, appli-

cants should contact Phyllis Breland, director of the Higher Education Opportunity

Program, at 315-859-4398.

International Students

Applications from superior students from other countries are encouraged.

International students should submit the results of the Test of English as a Foreign

Language (TOEFL) in addition to the materials mentioned above if their language

of instruction has not been English. Financial aid is available to international students

demonstrating need in both Early Decision and Regular Decision.

Home-Schooled Students

Students who have met their local and/or state regulations for schooling at home

may apply for admission to Hamilton. We strongly recommend these home-schooled

students have an on-campus interview to discuss their academic preparation for

college-level work.

Transfer from Other Colleges

The College is interested in well-qualified, highly motivated students who wish to

transfer to Hamilton from other institutions. Because of the College’s graduation and

residency requirements, no student can transfer more than two years’ work from

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another institution. (See also “Evaluation of Credit for Transfer Students” under

“Academic Regulations.”)

Transfer candidates must submit official records of all college work accompanied

by two letters of recommendation, one of which must be from the dean of students

at the institution most recently attended.The deadline for fall transfer applications is

A p r il 15; admission decisions are mailed by early Ju n e .The deadline for spri n g

t r a n sfer applications is November 1; admission decisions are mailed by January 1.

Financial aid for transfer students is available but limited.

Hamilton Horizons Program

Convinced that education is a continuing process, Hamilton invites qualified men

and women who have been away from formal collegiate education for two years or

more to return via the Hamilton Horizons Program. Interested candidates are asked

to meet with the director of the program.

The Hamilton Horizons Program provides older students with the same educational

o p p o r tunities offered to regular undergr a d u a t e s . The program offers no distinct cours e s

for adults, no evening or weekend courses and no adjunct faculty. Instead, students in

this program are incorporated into the mainstream of the College’s academic life.

To earn a degree at Hamilton, students in the Hamilton Horizons Program must

satisfy all the requirements stated in the College Catalogue, except the requirement in

physical education, the requirements governing minimum and maximum course

loads, the requirements governing residence on campus and the requirement that the

degree be completed within seven years following matriculation.

Applicants are initially accepted as part-time students in the program, which in

itself offers no degree.After two semesters, each student has the option of applying to

the College as a candidate for the baccalaureate degree. Hamilton Horizons students

may take courses for credit or audit them without formal matriculation. The deadline

for fall Horizons applications is April 1; the deadline for spring Horizons applications

is November 1.

The ACCESS Project

The Hamilton College ACCESS Project is a comprehensive program designed to

provide low-income parents in Central New York with all of the support necessary

to thrive in an academic community.The project offers long-term educational,

employment, social service, legal, transportation, psychological and family support.

Students in the ACCESS Project receive one year of free tuition at Hamilton, where

the program includes individualized classes, workshops, advising and study programs,

with an emphasis on developing skills in writing and communication, organization,

test-taking, computer literacy and research. Following the first year, students are

offered assistance in entering and completing two-and four-year degree programs at

several area colleges, including Hamilton. In order to be eligible for the ACCESS

Project, students must be low-income parents with at least one dependent child in

their home, have an income of less than 200 percent of the poverty level and be

ready and motivated to work hard, learn, grow and change their lives. For more

information, contact Sharon Gormley, project coordinator, at 315-859-4292.

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Tuition and Fees

A college education of the kind offered at Hamilton is necessarily expensive–so

expensive that tuition represents only 60 percent of the actual cost of a student’s

education. For the remainder, the College relies upon its endowment and the various

gifts and grants made by alumni, friends and foundations. Even though the individual

expense is thus substantially reduced, approximately half of all students at Hamilton

still need some form of financial aid. If deemed eligible, they can benefit from schol-

arship funds, employment opportunities and loans established to defray further the

high cost of education. For detailed information, refer to the “Financial Aid” section

of this Catalogue.

Charges for a year at Hamilton, including tuition and fees, room and board, total

$39,525. Beyond this, a student will need an additional $800 to cover the cost of

books and supplies, plus approximately $700 for other expenses.The actual amount

re q u i red will depend in part upon the distance between home and the College.

College Fees

Application Fee—A non-refundable fee of $50 must accompany each application

for admission.

Registration Deposit—A non-refundable deposit of $400 is required from each

candidate offered admission.This sum, due by May 1, will be applied toward the first

bill of the academic year.

Guarantee Deposit—An initial guarantee deposit of $100 is required from each

regularly enrolled student upon entering the College.This deposit will be held to

ensure final payment of minor bills. Any balance will be returned after the student

leaves the College.

Tuition and Other Charges for 2004-05—

Tuition and Fees per year $31,500

Room (in College residence halls) per year 4,125

Board (in College dining halls) per year 3,700

The charge for tuition and fees listed above does not apply to the occasional

s p e cial student permitted by the faculty to carry fewer than the three courses

required for a full-time program. Partial tuition for such students is by course load, at

a rate of $3,938 per course.

Overelection Fee—Four years’ tuition entitles the student to 37 courses–several

more than are required for graduation–taken at any time during the undergraduate

program. Students who enroll in more than the allotted 37 courses (exclusive of

Music 125, 126, 141, 142, 225, 226, 241, 242 and 326) pay an overelection fee of

$3,938 per additional course.

Room and Board — The College asks that all students live in a College residence hall;

exceptions to this policy may be granted by the Office of the Dean of Students. C o l l e g e

rooms are furnished with a bed and mattre s s , d e s k , chair and dresser for each occupant.

All students, however, will p a rticipate in the Common Meal Plan as a minimu m . A l l

f i rst- and second-year students will participate in the 21-meal plan. Juniors and seniors

can choose to participate in either the 7-, 14- or 21-meal plan; and certain housing

accommodations will provide for participation in the Common Meal Plan only

(lunches, Monday-Friday).Those permitted to provide their own board will be

assessed a service charge of $275 per year for this privilege to cover the College’s

cost of maintaining cooking facilities in the residence halls.

Continuation Deposit—A continuation deposit of $400, deductible from the fall

tuition b i l l , is re q u i red of all students who intend to re t u r n to Hamilton for the

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coming academic year. This deposit will be billed to the student’s account on January

15, to be paid on or before March 1. Students may not pre r e g ister or participate in the

h o u s i n g lottery until the deposit is paid. It is nonrefundable after May 1.

Student A c t i vities Fe e — At the request of the Student A s s e m b l y, a student activities fee

of $100 per student per semester is charged to support student-sponsored progr a m m i n g .

Medical Services—Professional care and treatments provided by the College

Health Center are free. A fee may be incurred for medications and diagnostic tests.

G r oup Accident Insurance—Accident insurance is extended without separate charge

to all regularly enrolled students for the academic ye a r . H oweve r, this is excess insurance

over any other collectible insurance cove r ing the student as a dependent.This includes,

but is not limited to, Blue Cross-Blue Shield or the pare n t s ’ group insurance progr a m .

This coverage provides a basic accident medical expense benefit with an aggre g a t e

m a x i m um of $1,000 per injury.

Coverage under the plan is available for losses caused by accident only, both on

and off campus, but the accident must occur during the academic year.There is no

coverage during the summer break.Treatment must commence within 180 days of

the accident, and all bills for charges accumulated during a given treatment must be

presented within two years of the incident.

Accident insurance is also provided for interc o l l e g iate sport s . This is excess cove r a g e

only. It applies after any other collectible insurance covering the student. Club and

intramural sports are not covered under this plan and fall under the group accident

insurance plan.

Health Insurance—Hamilton College requires that all students have some form of

health insurance coverage. For students who are not covered under a parent’s policy,

or students who would like additional coverage, Hamilton offers a limited benefits

health insurance plan. Coverage under this policy is voluntary. However, if proof of

other comparable health insurance coverage has not been provided to the Health

Center, students will be automatically enrolled in and billed for this plan. An outline

of the plan and premium information may be obtained from the director of purc h a s i n g

and property management at 315-859-4999.

Other than the provisions of the Medical Service and Group Accident and Health

Insurance programs described above, the College assumes no responsibility for medical

or health services to its students.

Music Fees—Private vocal and instrumental instruction is available during the fall

and spring semesters.The student may choose between two alternatives: 11 weekly

half-hour lessons for $242, or 11 weekly hour lessons for $484. A student re c e iv i n g a

college scholarship as part of his or her financial aid package is eligi ble for assistance in

meeting the cost of private music instruction. Generally one-half the cost will be

covered by an increase in the scholarship, with the remainder covered either by the

student and his or her family or through a supplemental loan. Eligible students must

contact the Office of Financial Aid.

Off-Campus Programs Abroad Fee—Students may study for a semester or more

through approved foreign study programs at other colleges and universities. A fee of

$900 is charged for each semester a student is abroad.This fee is in addition to the

tuition charged by the off-campus program.

Charges for Damage—The College attempts to minimize property damage by

p r orating among the student body the cost of any such damage for which the re s p o n -

s i b le party cannot be identified.The cost of individual residence hall damage for which

no responsible party can be found is prorated among the residents of each building.

A bill for this prorated charge is sent to each student at the end of each semester.

Payment of Bills—One-half the annual charges is billed in July and the other half

in December. Both are mailed to the student’s home address for payment in August

and January, respectively. If payment is not received by the due date, a late payment

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fee of $100 is assessed. An additional late fee of $200 will be assessed if the amount

due for the semester is not paid by October 1 for the fall semester and March 1 for

the spring semester. During the academic year, all other bills are also mailed to the

student’s home address and are due by the last day of the month.

Numerous lending organizations and banks offer plans for financing tuition and

fees. Such plans allow for payment periods of up to 120 months.The Office of

Financial Aid has a list of such organizations.

A ny student whose bill is not paid as provided herein may be prevented fro m

re g istering or preregistering and excluded from classes. In addition, any student

whose bill is unpaid may be denied access to residence and/or dining halls. No

student whose College bills are unpaid may re c e ive a degree or honorable dismissal,

h ave grades re c o rde d or obtain a transcript.

All students are held personally responsible for any unpaid balance on the tuition

account, regardless of any allowances, awards or financial aid. It is also the student’s

obligation to pay attorneys’ fees or other charges necessary to facilitate the collection

of amounts not paid.

All refunds to a student withdrawing from the College are based on the date on

which the student, parent or guardian notified the dean of students of withdrawal.

The College policy on the refund of payments to students who withdraw voluntarily

or due to illness, or who are dismissed during any semester, is stated below. No other

refunds are possible.

Tuition, board and fees are refunded as follows:

1) Withdrawal or dismissal during the first week 80%

2) Withdrawal or dismissal during the second week 70%

3) Withdrawal or dismissal during the third week 60%

4) Withdrawal or dismissal during the fourth week 50%

5) Withdrawal or dismissal during the fifth week 40%

6) Withdrawal or dismissal during the sixth week 30%

7) Withdrawal or dismissal during the seventh week 20%

8) Withdrawal or dismissal during the eighth week 10%

9) After eight weeks: no refund

Room charges will not be refunded if a student withdraws after the start of classes.

Students who think that any fee or refund has been incorrectly computed may

appeal to the controller.

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Financial Aid

For students unable to finance their education at Hamilton independently, the College

f u r nishes gr a n t s , p a r t-time employment and long-term loans. Such financial assistance

adds breadth to the student body and attracts individuals of diverse interests and

backgrounds.

Hamilton is a member of the College Scholarship Service (CSS) of the College

Entrance Examination Board.To assist the College in determining an applicant’s need

for financial aid, CSS provides a form called PROFILE. Candidates for financial aid

should file both the PROFILE and Free Application for Federal Student Aid

(FAFSA) in order to receive full consideration for aid. If additional forms are

required, applicants will be so notified.

Students seeking admission to the College are encouraged to file the PROFILE,

using estimated data, in the fall or early winter of their senior year in high school.

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which cannot be submitted

until after January 1, should be filed no later than February 1. Be aware that it is

necessary to register for the PROFILE service either by phone (1-800-778-6888)

or via the Internet (www.collegeboard.com). A Registration Guide may be obtained

f rom guidance offices or most financial aid offices. It is important that the process be

completed as soon as possibl e , and no later than Fe b r u a r y 1, because late filers will be

at a disadvantage in consideration for institutional funds.

Filing the PROFILE and FAFSA in a timely manner will insure a candidate’s full

consideration for any Hamilton College scholarship or federal awards administered

by the College. It is often helpful if photocopies of the PROFILE and FAFSA are

submitted to the Financial Aid Office as they are filed. On occasion, processing delays

do occur that may jeopardize the timely receipt of applicant information. If the

College does not receive a record of your filing by March 1, candidates may not

receive full consideration for College-funded assistance.

The PROFILE re g istration form and FAFSA may also be obtained from local high

s c h o o l s , colleges or unive rs i t i e s.For further information, candidates may write to the

Office of Financial Aid, Hamilton College, Clinton, NY 13323.

An application for financial aid cannot be considered until the candidate has also

applied for admission to the College.The decision to admit an applicant is normally

made without regard to the need for financial aid. Consequently, admission in no

way guarantees the granting of such aid. Aid normally is awarded for an academic

year and credited to College bills, but it may be adjusted at any time if circumstances

wa r r a n t . Awa rds are re e valuated each ye a r; t h e r e f o re, in the spring of each ye a r, s t u d e n t s

who wish to be considered for the renewal of an award must again file application

materials with the Office of Financial Aid.

The amount of financial aid for which a candidate is eligible is established

through consideration of income, assets, family size, the number of family members

in college and other circumstances that may affect a family’s ability to contribute

toward education costs.

Types of Aid

A Hamilton student with financial need may benefit from one or several types of

assistance: Hamilton College scholarships, loans or jobs; NewYork State and federal

scholarships, grants and loans; and various non-college awards made directly to the

individual by private organizations.

Over the years, the College has developed a strong and far-reaching program of

scholarship aid. Hamilton College scholarships are supported by endowed funds

established through the generosity of alumni and friends, by annual grants and by

the College’s operating budget.

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M e r it Scholarship Progr a m s —The William M. Bristol, Jr. ’17 Scholarship

Program provides half-tuition scholarships (renewable for four years), plus a $3,000

research grant and special faculty mentoring, to students who have demonstrated the

ability to think, write and speak critically, analytically and creatively.The College

looks for students with a strong commitment to citizenship and public serv i c e . E a c h

ye a r , eight to ten of Hamilton’s most outstanding applicants are presented with this

m e r it awa rd , re g a rdless of their financial need.

The Hans H. Schambach ’43 Scholarship recognizes approximately ten of the

strongest applicants from each entering class by meeting their full financial need,

without loans, for four years. Schambach Scholars are chosen for their outstanding

personal and academic promise, as well as their potential to make a significant contri-

bution to the life of the College.They also receive a $3,000 research stipend and

special faculty mentoring.

National Merit Scholars finalists who list Hamilton as their first choice will

receive $2,000 from the College in each of their four years.

To be eligi ble for any of these scholars h i p s , students must apply and be accepted to

H a m i l t o n , and must be in the top ten percent of their high school classes. D e m o n s t r a t e d

leadership and community involvement is also c o n s i d e re d . No special applications are

re q u i red for the Bristol and National Merit Awa r d s ; nominations from guidance coun-

s e l o rs are welcomed.

General Scholars h i p s —A ny Hamilton undergraduate is eligi ble to apply for a

g e n eral scholars h i p.These scholarships are awa r ded on the basis of personal promise

as well as on the degree of financial need.

Grants of this sort are supported by the income from more than 300 endowed

scholarship funds, from annual grants and by the general funds of the College.

Awards, depending upon need, range from several hundred dollars to full cost of

attendance.

Special Scholarships—To be eligible for these scholarships, a student must have

a l ready demonstrated financial need and must meet certain re q u i r ements or re s t r i c t i o n s

set by the donor or the College. For example, Hamilton maintains scholarships for

residents of certain geographic are a s , for foreign students and for students with special

talents in various fields.

Many scholarships are available to matriculating students; others are restricted on

the basis of a student’s class year. (For details, see “Appendix.”)

P r ize Scholars h i p s—P r ize scholarships are awa r ded to students who have completed

at least one year at Hamilton and demonstrated some achievement while enrolled at

the College (e.g., excellence in coursework or campus citizenship).

Because the recipients of prize scholarships must usually be eligi ble for need-based

financial aid, most prize scholars will already be recipients of undesignated scholars h i p s

f rom the College. In bestowing a prize scholars h i p, Hamilton seeks to honor the re c i p i e n t

by substituting a named or designated scholarship for an undesignated scholarship.

College Loans—The Barrett-Schweitzer Loan Fund was established in 1992 in honor

of Edwin B. B a r re t t , P rofessor Emeritus of English and Drama, and A l b e r t Schwe i t z e r,

the eminent humanitarian. It provides loans not exceeding $2,000 at interest rates of

4 percent per annum to students who have demonstrated academic excellence and

are in need of additional financial support.

The Frank Burgess Memorial Fund was established in 1969 under the will of Frank

Burgess. Income from the fund is loaned to deserving students in need of financial

assistance. According to the terms of the will, before loans are granted, students must

agree to begin repayment within two years after graduation or on entering their “life

work,” and to complete repayment within five years after graduation or on entering

their “life wo r k ,” with interest at 5 percent per annum to begin at graduation or on

e n t e r i n g their “life work.”

The Joseph Drown Loan Fund was established in 1983 in memory of Joseph Drow n ,

a friend of the College. Loans are available to deserving students at an interest rate

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2 p e r cent below the Federal Stafford Loan Program rate. No interest is incurred during

i n -school periods, and repayment does not begin until after graduation. Candidates

from the western part of the United States receive priority consideration.

The Marshall L. Marquardt Loan Fund was established in 1980 under the will of

M a r y Sloane Marq u a r dt in memory of her husband, Class of 1933. Loans are ava i l a b l e

to deserving senior-year students, and are repayable at an interest rate of 3 percent

within t h ree ye a r s after gr a d u a t i o n . The interest accrues from the time the student

l e aves the College.

The Theodore M. P o m e r oy Loan Fund was established in 1916 to assist wo rt hy students.

Loans granted to seniors are repayable within three years of graduation (interest at

3 percent computed from the time the student leaves college), and by other students

before returning to college the following fall with interest at 3 percent charged from

the time the loan is made.

The Gregory H. R o s e n b lum Loan Fund was established in 1989 by Miriam Fri e d m a n ,

daughter of Mr. Rosenblum, Class of 1892, and her family in appreciation for the

financial aid he re c e i ved at the College. Students who demonstrate need in emergency

situations may borrow up to $250 in intere s t - f ree short - t e r m loans in any one academic

year, with repayment to be made within one year of the date that the loan is secured.

The Henry B. Sanson Loan Fund was established in 1978 by Mr. Sanson, Class of

1940. Loans are available to students who demonstrate need. Preference is given to

students from Connecticut, or those from other New England states if none from

Connecticut qualify. I n t e r est at 5 percent is charged on the loans, which are re p a ya b l e

w i t h i n ten years of graduation.

The Elmer C. S h e r man Loan Fund was established under the will of Ida M. S h e r m a n

in memory of her husband, Class of 1882. Loans are available to juniors and seniors

who demonstrate need and have maintained high scholastic rank during their prev i o u s

years at Hamilton. No interest is charged, and the entire loan must be repaid within

three years after graduation.

Student Employment—The Federal Work-Study Program and Hamilton’s Work-

S c h o l a rsh ip Program provide student employment as part of the financial aid package.

Other employment possibilities, chiefly odd jobs, exist on campus and in the local

community.

Federal and State Scholarships and Grants—A detailed listing of the federal

and state financial aid programs available to Hamilton students can be found in the

“Appendix.”

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Campus Buildings and Facilities

In all, Hamilton owns more than 1,300 acres of woodlands, open fields and glens

overlooking the Ori s k a n y and Mohawk Va l l e ys of Central New Yo r k . Included within

the grounds are nu m e rous hiking and cro s s - c o u n t r y ski trails and many unu s u a l

va r ieties of trees and plants.The Hamilton campus was designated as an arboretum

in 2004, and the Root Glen, a gift of Mrs. Edward W. Root in 1971, is remembered

by all who have strolled its shale paths.

The Afro-Latin Cultural Center

Founded in 1969, the A f r o-Latin Cultural Center provides a place of sodality for Black

and Latin students. Open to and used by the entire community, the center sponsors

discussions, lectures, art shows and similar educational, cultural and social events.

The Anderson-Connell Alumni Center

O r i g inally an inn called Lee’s Tave r n and the home of the Root fa m i l y, the Alumni

Center is one of the oldest buildings on the Hill. Renovated in 1986 and 2002, it

is named in honor of Molly and Joseph F. Anderson, Class of 1944, and in m e m o ry

of Clancy D. C o n n e l l , Class of 1912. It houses the offices of Commu n i c a t i o n s and

Development.

The Annex

Built in 2000, the Annex is a large multipurpose facility equipped with satellite

television, a data projector, 16-foot screen, dressing rooms and state-of-the-art sound

components. Home to student theatre performances, concerts, comedy shows and

banquets, the Annex serves a variety of programming needs.

The Athletic Center

With the construction of the Margaret Bundy Scott Field House in 1978, the A t h l e t i c

Center was completed, p roviding Hamilton with some of the finest and most modern

indoor sports facilities of any small college in the nation.The Field House is connected

to the Russell Sage Hockey Rink, one of the first indoor structures of its kind to be

built on a college campus and renovated in 1993, and the Alumni Gymnasium, dedi-

cated in 1940 and renovated in 1978. In addition, the William M. Bristol, Jr.

Swimming Po o l , dedicated in 1988, s e r ves the instructional and competit i ve sw i m m i n g

and diving programs of the College (see “Athletic Programs and Facilities”).

The Azel Backus House

The only building still extant from the Hamilton-Oneida A c a d e m y, it was constru c t e d

as a boarding house for the academy’s students. In 1812 it became the home of Azel

Backus, the first president of the College. Since 1958 the house has contained faculty

and staff apartments and has also served as a meeting place for various campus and

alumni groups. In 1984 it was renovated to include faculty dining rooms.

The Beinecke Student Activities Village

The Student A c t ivities Village was constructed in 1993 and named for Walter Beinecke,

J r., former chairman of the board of trustees of Kirkland College and a life trustee of

Hamilton.The bright yellow buildings link the north and south sides of the campus

via Martin’s Way, a red-brick path named in honor of J. Martin Caravano, Hamilton’s

16th president.The village contains the Mail Center, the Howard Diner and the

Fillius Events Barn, as well as lounges where students and faculty members meet

informally outside of the classroom.

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Benedict Hall

The gift of Henry Harper Benedict, Class of 1869 and one of the pioneers in the

manufacturing and marketing of the typewriter, Benedict Hall, which was erected in

1897, houses faculty offices and classrooms.

The Bristol Center

C o n s t r ucted in 1965, the William McLaren Bristol Center is named for the co-founder

of Bristol-Myers Co., a member of the Class of 1882. Facilities include the W H C L

radio studios, student media offices, the College Store, a laundro m a t , l o u n g e s , meeting

rooms, offices for student organizations and 12 guest rooms.

Buttrick Hall

O r i ginally built in 1812 as the student dining hall, B u t t r ick Hall is as old as the College

itself. In 1834 it became the home of Horatio Buttrick, then superintendent of the

Buildings and Grounds Department as well as re g i s t r a r .T h rough Oren Root’s marri a g e

to a daughter of Horatio Buttri c k , the building became the birthplace of Elihu Root,

U. S . secretary of state and recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize. It has served as

Hamilton’s administrative headquarters since 1926.

The Career Center

Located in a former private residence that was specifically redesigned and renovated

for its new purpose in 1986, the Maurice Horowitch Career Center has a re c r u i t i n g

room and two reading rooms containing reference materials. It also comprises offices

for counselors who provide assistance to students in developing their post-graduate

plans.

The Chapel

to be the only remaining example of an early thre e - s t o r y church in A m e r i c a . R e s t o r e d

in 1949 as a World War II memorial, it is the most notable landmark on the Hill and

the center of the religious life of the College. It is frequently used for public lectures,

concerts and assemblies.The third floor of the Chapel was renovated in 1999 and

provides office and meeting space for campus chaplaincy and Oral Communication.

Couper Hall

Constructed in 1889 and rededicated in 1992 in honor and memory of Edgar W.

Couper, Class of 1920 and former chancellor of the University of the State of New

York, Couper Hall was originally the College YMCA building. It contains classrooms

and offices of the Classics Department as well as the Women’s Studies program.

Dining Halls

Hamilton has two dining halls: the recently renovated Soper Commons, the gift of

Alexander Soper, Class of 1867, and his brothers Arthur and James; and McEwen

Dining Hall.

The Health Center

The Thomas Brown Rudd Health Center, named for the College’s 13th president,

was completed in 1959, and an addition was constructed in 1972.The building houses

the Student Health Services and contains fully equipped examination and treatment

rooms.The center also houses the College’s Counseling and Psychological Serv i c e s .

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Christian A. Johnson Hall

The former College library (1914-1972) was renovated and rededicated as Christian

A. Johnson Hall in 1982. It houses the Emerson Gallery (comprising formal art

exhibition and workshop are a s ) , the language and speech laboratory and the College’s

media library. It also contains classrooms and faculty offices for the Critical Languages

and the East Asian Languages progr a m s , the departments of Computer Science, F r e n c h ,

G e r m a n and Russian Languages, Mathematics and Spanish, as well as the Quantitative

Literacy Center.

Kirkland Cottage

The oldest building on campus, Kirkland Cottage was constructed in 1792 as t h e

home of Samuel Kirkland, the founder of Hamilton College. In 1925 it was move d

from the foot of College Hill to its present site and later restored.The cottage is used

by the senior honorary society, Pentagon, for its meetings, and for the matriculation

of the first-year class.

Kirner-Johnson Buildings

These connecting buildings are used extensively for academic, administrative and

extracurricular purposes.The Kirner Building, named in honor of Juvanta H. and

Walter R. K i r n e r, houses the dean of students, the registrar, institutional research,

multicultural affairs, the departments of Anthropology, History and Sociology, the

program in Africana Studies and the Nesbitt-Johnston Writing Center. In addition

to several classrooms, it also contains two auditori u m s . Within the adjacent Jo h n s o n

B u i l d i n g , named for V i r g i l E . Jo h n s o n , a re the departments of Economics and

G ove r nment and the A r thur Lev i t t Public Affairs Center.

The Library

Construction of the Daniel Burke Library was completed in 1972. Named for a

member of the Class of 1893 who was for many ye a rs chairman of the board of

t ru stees, this facility provides Hamilton with one of the finest small college l i b r a ri e s

in the nation.The library is also home to the Multimedia Presentation Center, a state-

o f - t h e - a r t computer and media fa c i l i t y, which opened in 2002.

List Art Center

The Vera G. and Albert A. List Art Center, a multipurpose building for the visual and

performing arts, has studios and workshops for ceramics, graphics, sculpture, metals,

painting and photography; a rehearsal hall, teaching studios, an electronic studio and

practice rooms for music; a dance studio; exhibition areas; projection and recording

facilities; classrooms; and offices for the departments of Art, and Theatre and Dance.

The Little Pub

Located adjacent to the Beinecke Student Activities Village,The Little Pub opened in

the spring of 1996.The restored horse stable/carriage barn contains a game room,

bar, dance floor, fireplace room and other spaces for informal social gatherings.

McEwen Hall

Named for Robert Ward McEwen, 14th president of Hamilton College, McEwen

Hall houses dining facilities, the Café Opus coffeehouse, a cinema lab, classrooms,

music practice rooms and offices for faculty members.

Minor Theater

O r i g inally Hamilton’s first library (1872-1914) and later the College infirm a r y, i t

was converted to a theatre in 1962 through the generosity of Clark H. Minor, Class

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of 1902 and a former chairman of the board of trustees. It is now used for student

productions and College-sponsored work in drama.

Observatory

Made possible through a gift from Elihu Root III, Class of 1936, the Observatory

houses an 11

" Maksutov telescope. Several smaller telescopes are also in use. In

1977, a building was constructed next to the observatory to provide work space for

students enrolled in astronomy courses.This structure is heated by solar energy and is

designed to permit experiments in this field.The observa t o ry is off College Hill Road

on Peters Lane, a quarter-mile from the campus.

Residence Halls

Hamilton believes the opportunities for educational and personal growth are best

served when all students are in residence together.Toward that end, 95 percent of our

students live in the 25 residence halls on campus, and first-year students are housed

in clusters in nine of those halls. As students grow and develop at the College, they

have an opportunity to live more independently in small houses and apartments.

Resident advisors live in each hall, with an average ratio of one resident advisor for

eve ry 30 students.Working closely with the Office of Residential Life, resident advisors

are responsible for advising students in their areas, developing educational and social

programs, limit-setting and administrative responsibilities within their buildings.

The College tries to provide its students with as many different housing options

as possible. For example, even though all residence halls are coeducational, some

floors are single-sex while others are coed. Dunham, Kirkland and North contain

rooms ranging from singles to quads, and Carnegie and South contain doubles and

quads. All offer lounges, recreation areas, and kitchenettes. Babbitt and Milbank

residence halls comprise seven-person suites with kitchens and lounges. Keehn,

Major, McIntosh, Minor and Root contain singles and doubles, kitchenettes and

large lounges.The Bundy residence quadrangle consists of large singles and doubles,

and floors in Major are designated as “quiet halls,” w h e re students abide by a 24-

h o u r - a - d a y quiet policy. In addition, Root and North are designated as “ s u b s t a n c e

f re e ” h a l l s . All residence halls are smoke - f re e.

Other housing options for primarily juniors and seniors include the Griffin

Road and Farmhouse apartments,Wallace Johnson House, Saunders House, Rogers

E s t a t e , Ferguson House, C a r n e g i e , the DKE House,Woollcott House and Eells House,

3 College Hill Road, and 3994 and 4002 Campus Road.

Root Hall

G i ven in 1897 by Elihu Root, Class of 1864, in memory of his fa t h e r , O re n , p ro f e s s o r

of mathematics, the building was originally the Hall of Science. It now houses class-

rooms and faculty offices for the departments of Comparative Literature, English, and

Rhetoric and Communication.

The Elihu Root House

Constructed in 1817 for Theodore Strong, Hamilton’s first professor of mathematics,

the structure has served as the home of presidents as well as faculty members of the

College.The house was extensively remodeled after it was purchased by Elihu Root

as a summer home in 1893, and was occupied after 1937 by his daughter, Edith

Root Grant, and her husband, Ulysses S. Grant III, grandson of the president. A

National Historic Landmark, it was acquired by the College in 1979 and now houses

the Admission and Financial Aid offices.

Saunders Hall of Chemistry

C o n s t r ucted in 1903 and enlarged in 1930, the Hall of Chemistry was again re n ova t e d

in 1978 and renamed in honor of Arthur Percy Saunders, longtime professor of

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chemistry and dean of the College.The building contains an auditorium, classrooms,

offices and laboratories to be used in 2004-05 by the departments of Geology and

Psychology while construction continues on the new Science Center.

The Schambach Center

Completed in 1988, the Hans H. Schambach Center for Music and the Performing

Arts houses the Music Department, its classrooms, studios, practice rooms and library.

The center also contains the 700-seat Carol Woodhouse Wellin Performance Hall, an

a p p ro p r iate setting for the talents of student artists as well as internationally re c og n i z e d

artists in music and dance who regularly visit Hamilton.

The Science Center

Begun in 2002, construction continues on a new state-of-the-art Science Center.

Phase one opened in 2004 and contains offices and laboratories for the Biology,

Chemistry, Physics and Psychology departments. The center is equipped for wireless

computer connectivity throughout and features a large greenhouse on the upper

floor.The second and final phase of construction, which includes connecting the

complex with a renovation of the Science Building built in 1925, will be completed

in Summer 2005. An expansive atrium will highlight the center’s environmentally

friendly construction with an air handling system that involves geothermal loops and

displacement ventilation.

The Philip Spencer House

Renovated in 2002, the former Chi Psi fraternity house was renamed the Philip

Spencer House in honor of the fraternity’s founder. It now houses the Business and

Personnel offices.

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Student Life

The Division of Student Life is primarily concerned with the quality of learning

for students outside of the formal classroom setting.The services within the division

support and augment the educational purposes and goals outlined in the College

Catalogue. Hamilton recognizes that students develop intellectually and socially while

participating as active members of a residential community.The College therefore has

a responsibility to integrate the goals of a liberal arts education into its residential

programs. Students are challenged to understand values and lifestyles different from

their own, to relate meaningfully with one another, to develop the capacity to appre-

ciate cultural and aesthetic differences and to accept responsibility for the consequences

of their actions.

Student Services

The Division of Student Life is concerned with the total development of the student.

Emphasis within the va r ious student services is placed on both challenging and

s u ppor ting s t u d e n t s ’ growth and development as they strive to achieve their potential.

The following service areas are included within the division:

Academic Services—The associate dean of students for academic affairs provides

support for Hamilton’s program of academic advising of first- and second-year

students, administers academic regulations and serves as the dean of student’s designee

for matters brought to the Honor Court.The associate dean coordinates the work of

the faculty Committee on Academic Standing.

The coordinator of study abroad programs works with students who are explori n g

options for study at other foreign or domestic institutions or programs.

Campus Safety—The Department of Campus Safety strives to provide a reasonably

s e c u r e and safe env i r onment for all who work and study at the College. Campus safety

is dependent upon the cooperation and active participation of all members of the

community in reducing crime and creating a safe environment. All Campus Safety

officers are trained in College policy enforcement, fire and crime prevention, basic

f i r st aid and CPR.T h e y respond to a va r iety of requests for assistance typically associated

with the college env i r o n m e n t . In addition, the Campus Safety director serves as a liaison

with both local and state law enforcement and fire p r otection agencies. Campus Safety

p rovides information to members of the commu n i t y on a va r iety of personal safety

issues through educational programs and publ i c a t i o n s .

Career Center—Career decision-making represents one of the most important

developmental tasks for most students at Hamilton.The decision to begin graduate

or professional study or to enter the work world involves a complex challenge to the

student’s intellectual, emotional and social growth. Career Center programming and

services are designed to assist students in identifying their own achievements, values,

skills and interests; to help them to understand and appreciate the diversity of the

world of work; to aid in acquiring the skills necessary to enter that work world; and

to manage their careers over their entire life spans.

Chaplaincy—The chaplaincy addresses “the culture of the heart,” drawing students

and other members of the community into the conversation around life’s great

questions: “Where did we come from? Why are we here? Where are we going?” At

the center of the chaplaincy is the Chapel Board, composed of the three Hamilton

chaplains (Protestant, Catholic and Jewish) and representatives from religious

communities on campus. C u r rently Chapel Board is made up of the following gro u p s :

Christian Fellowship, Community Church (Protestant), Gospel Choir, Hillel ( Jewish),

Islamic Association, Newman Community (Catholic), Orthodox Christian Group,

Sitting Group (Zen Buddhist and other meditative traditions) and representatives of

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other faith traditions on campus. Chapel Board helps the chaplaincy move toward

three goals: 1) promote awareness of religious life on campus, 2) provide support and

encouragement to religious groups and traditions who make up Chapel Board and

3) offer opportunities for multifaith experiences.

The chaplaincy exists to encourage all forms of religious life and community

which find expression at Hamilton College, including worship services, religious

music, observance of holy days, experiences of prayer and spirituality and discussion

or speaker events on religious or ethical topics. Chaplains are available for counseling

with all members of the Hamilton community.

The chaplaincy also supports volunteering for community service. This happens

within va r ious re l i g ious communities but also in a concentrated way through HAVO C

(Hamilton Action Volunteer Outreach Coalition).This student-run organization,

advised by the chaplaincy, offers about 20 weekly service projects, including Habitat

for Humanity, Best Buddies, Big Brother/Big Sister, Literacy Volunteers of Am e r i c a ,

working with the elderly,AIDS Community Resourc e s , the Rescue Mission soup

kitchen and half a dozen tutoring opportunities. HAVOC also offers service trips

over spring break and monthly campus-wide projects to raise funds and awareness

for social justice/community service issues.

Counseling and Psychological Services—Students experience developmental

and psychological growth as well as difficult situations during their college years.

Confidential discussions with counselors can be helpful in the process of making

decisions, solving or managing problems, adjusting to a new environment or learning

more deeply about oneself. Counseling sessions are intended to result in a more

thorough understanding of issues and problems and a clear conceptualization of

future actions.The professional staff of three consists of psychologists and counselors

who specialize in the concerns of college students. All services are strictly confidential

and free of charge to Hamilton students.The office is located on the second floor of

the Thomas Brown Rudd Health Center, accessible via the north entrance.Appoint-

ments are available during the week between 9 a.m.-5 p.m. If the need is urgent,

arrangements will be made after hours.

Health Services—The personnel and programs of the Thomas Brown Rudd

Health Center are dedicated to encouraging and maintaining the well-being and

safety of students.The delivery of direct patient care values respect for the individual.

Assessment and treatment of illness, consultation, referral and emergency care are

provided. Healthy choices and behaviors are promoted through education on issues

and lifestyles specific to the college-age population.

The clinic is open we e k d ays 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p. m . ( We d n e s d a ys 10 a.m.- 4:30 p. m . )

when the College is in session.A f t e r - h o u r s emergency care is provided through contacts

with local urgent care and emergency departments. A trained student Emergency

Medical Team is on call to respond to accidents, acute on-site illnesses and injuries.

The service is free. Charges may be incurred for laboratory tests, x-rays and

medications.

Multicultural Affairs—The assistant dean of students provides leadership for

educational, cultural and social programs that enhance intercultural understanding

and foster a campus climate that celebrates and respects the uniqueness of all its

m e m b e r s.The term “ m u l t i c u l t u r a l ” is meant to include not only students from dive r s e

racial, cultural and ethnic backgrounds, but also students of different genders, sexual

orientations and socioeconomic classes. The dean serves as an advocate for students

from diverse racial, cultural and ethnic backgrounds and sexual orientations, and

works cooperatively with admissions, faculty members, administrators and students

to build and strengthen support networks and to increase and retain re p r esentation of

h i s t o r ically under-represented groups.

Faculty members and administrators advise the Asian Cultural Society, Black

Student Union, Gospel Choir, International Student Association, La Vanguardia,

Brothers Organization, Finesse (Step Team), Pride, Rainbow Alliance, Sistergirls,

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West Indian and African Association and the Womyn’s Community Center.Through

leadership development and workshops, these organizations work to provide the

campus with outstanding educational, awareness, cultural and social events through-

out the academic year.

Residential Life—The Office of Residential Life strives to promote and maintain a

residential community conducive to intellectual and personal growth, where students

can sleep, study and share ideas with peers whose culture, lifestyle and opinions may

be different from their own.

The professional staff in residential life includes the director, associate director and

three live-on assistant directors who are responsible for the management of the 25

residential facilities and the supervision of the paraprofessional staff members who

live and work within them.

The paraprofessional staff includes a total of 58 resident advisors , including one

re s i d e n t i a l manager. Resident advisors are upperclass students who are trained as

counselors, limit-setters, program developers and resource persons, who provide

valuable leadership within the residential community.The residential manager is also

an upperclass student who works in the Griffin Road A p a r tments in an a d m i n i s t r a t i ve

role as liaison to the Office of Residential Life and the Physical Plant.

S e r vices for Students with Disab i l i t i e s — Hamilton College is committed to

providing equal opportunity and access to qualified students with d i s a b i l i t i e s . Th e

assistant dean of students coordinates indiv i d u a l i z e d accommodations and support

services for any student who has a documented need. In addition, support services

such as the Writing Center, the Language Center and the Quantitative Literacy

Center are available to all students.

Students seeking special arrangements due to a disability should provide the

assistant dean of students with a recent evaluation conducted by a specialist in the

appropriate field. It should include a diagnosis of a disabling condition, information

regarding onset, longevity and seve r ity of symptoms; i n f o r mation on how the disability

and/or related medications and treatments interfere with or limit any major life activ i t y,

including participation in the courses, programs and activities of the College; and

recommended accommodations.

Using this inform a t i o n , in consultation with the student, his or her pro f e s s o r s and, if

necessary, other qualified experts, the dean will help the student to develop a system

of support services that are appropriate to the student’s needs. Requests for special

arrangements should be made well in advance of the time they will be n e e d e d .

Questions about services may be directed to Marc Dav i d , assistant dean of s t u d e n t s ,

at 315-859-4021.

Student Activities—There are numerous opportunities for student development,

involvement and leadership in co-curricular activities at Hamilton. Altogether, there

a r e more than 100 clubs and organizations, and students can choose to become invo l ve d

i n c o m m unity serv i c e , c u l t u r a l , mu s i c a l , a t h l e t i c , s o c i a l , re c reational or re l i g ious activ it i e s,

or co-curricular activities related to an academic interest. A Fall Festival is held at the

beginning of the fall semester to introduce students to the variety of options available

to them.

The director of student activities advises student organizations, including private

s o c i e t i e s , and supervises the Beinecke Student A c t i vities V i l l a g e , the Bristol Center and

E m e rson Hall.The student technical crew, the Jitney serv i c e, n e w student ori e n t a t i o n

and the student event staff are also coordinated through the Student A c t i vities Office.

Facilities in the Bristol Center include the College Store, radio station WHCL-88.7 FM,

student organization offices, meeting and conference rooms, and 12 guest rooms.The

B e i n e c ke Village includes the Howa r d Diner, the Fillius Events Barn , the mu l t i p u r p o s e

A n n e x , the Mail Center, an automatic teller machine (ATM) and a va r i e t y of lounges.

The Campus Activities Board (CAB). A student-run organization, CAB is re s p o n s i b le

for the programming professional quality entertainment on campus. Each semester

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CAB brings a variety of premium events to Hamilton, including comedians, b a n d s ,

n ovelty acts and acoustic coffeehouse performers.

The Student Assembly. The functions of student government at Hamilton are ve s t e d

in the Student A s s e m b l y.The Student A s s e m bly is composed of three branches: the

c o o rdinating branch (Central Council); the judicial branch (Honor Court and Ju d i c i a l

Board); and the lobbying branch (Community Conference Committee).The Student

Assembly Funding Committee allocates funds to more than 70 student organizations.

Student Clubs and Organizations. D e s c r iptions of a sampling of student organizations

f o l l ow. For a more complete list of student organizations, see w w w. h a m i l t o n . e d u / c a m p u s.

The Black Student Union was founded by students in 1968 to broaden t h e

awa reness and appreciation of Black culture s . La Vanguardia was established in 1984

to complement the growing dive rsity within the Latino commu n i t y.The Asian Cultural

Society was established in 1987 to promote Asian culture, further enriching the

multicultural life of the community.

D e p a r tmental clubs provide common ground for students interested in a part i c u l a r

field of study.The clubs sponsor discussions, l e c t u re s , p r esentations of papers and similar

events. Such groups are sponsored by the Geology, German and Russian Languages,

Philosophy and Romance Languages departments.

The International Student Association is composed of international and U.S.

students and regularly sponsors cultural programs and social events.

The Outing Club organizes and conducts hiking and camping trips, winter

m o u n t a i n e e r i n g , rock climbing and Nordic skiing. Club membership allows indiv i d u a l s

to borrow outdoor equipment including tents, sleeping bags, backpacks, stoves, cook-

ware, canoes and cross-country skis.

The Womyn’s Community Center was founded in order to provide a focus for

the concerns of women at Hamilton. It operates a resource center and sponsors

programs open to all members of the College community. The Rainbow Alliance

addresses social and political concerns associated with sexual orientation.

There are nine national fraternities and six local sororities recognized by the

College.The fraternities are Alpha Delta Phi, Chi Psi, Delta Kappa Epsilon, Delta

Phi, Delta Up s i l o n , Psi Upsilon, Sigma Phi,Tau Kappa Epsilon and Theta Delta Chi.

The soro r i t i e s are Alpha Chi Lambda, Alpha Theta Chi, Gamma Xi, Kappa Delta

Omega, Kappa Sigma Alpha and Phi Beta Chi.

Student Media Board. Consisting of students, faculty members and administrators,

but always having a student majority and chair, the Student Media Board oversees

all Hamilton student publications. It approves the budget for each publication, elects

editors, and reviews and adjudicates editorial problems and disputes.The newspaper,

yearbook, literary magazine, several smaller publications, and the radio and television

stations are all operated and managed completely by students.

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Campus Cultural Life

Art

The Emerson Gallery (located in Christian A. Johnson Hall) offers Hamilton students

a lively and diverse program of art exhibitions and related events, including gallery

talks, lectures, workshops, performances and films.

The gallery also regularly exhibits works from the permanent collection, which is

s t r ong in A m e r ican and British works on paper and also includes paintings and sculp-

t u r e, collections of Greek va s e s , Roman glass and Native A m e r ican objects.The Wa l t e r

B e i n e c ke, J r. Collection includes pri n t s , d r a wings and paintings related to the history

of the Lesser A n t i l l e s . The permanent collection is made ava i l a b le for student re s e a rc h

and study.

Student work opportunities at the Emerson Gallery (there are both paid and

volunteer positions ava i l a b le) provide va l u a ble experience for students interested in

c a r e e rs in museum work and arts administration.

Dance

As part of the Department of Theatre and Dance, the dance program produces one

major concert in the spring and participates with the Music Department in a concert

for Family Weekend in the fall. In addition, the department presents student-choreo-

graphed works, usually as part of composition and choreography courses, and as part

of the senior projects. Auditions are announced in dance classes each semester. For

information about dance at Hamilton, call 315-859-4057.

Student-run dance organizations, including the Student Dance Alliance and the

Dance Team, offer workshops and occasional performances.

Music

In addition to the professional performing arts series, faculty members, students and

student ensembles perform throughout the year.The Department of Music sponsors

master classes by visiting artists and lectures on music subjects by prominent scholars.

The department also offers private study in a variety of instruments and voice. Most

i n s t ruction on orchestral instruments is offered by members of the Syracuse Symphony.

A fee is charged for such instruction, but students receiving financial aid may obtain

assistance in meeting the cost.The music department also owns several African drum

ensembles, as well as a Javanese Gamelan, and it maintains a well-equipped studio for

electronic music that surpasses such facilities at many larger colleges and universities.

The Hamilton College Choir continues a long tradition of choral excellence that

dates back to the founding of this ensemble in 1867. In addition to concerts on

campus and in neighboring communities, the choir undertakes an annual concert

tour during the spring recess.These tours have ranged as far west as Chicago and

Milwaukee, as far north as Montreal, and as far south as Atlanta. The choir has also

toured in Europe five times in the last 20 years, most recently Italy in 2001.

Auditions are held during orientation in the fall.

The Hamilton College Orchestra is made up of 50 to 60 Hamilton students and

community members. Its repertory includes the masterpieces of the orchestral litera-

ture, as well as contemporary compositions.The orchestra has recently performed

works of Brahms, Dvorák,Tchaikovsky, Beethoven, Copland, Debussy, Mozart, Ravel

and Stravinsky, and frequently commissions and premieres new works for orchestra.

On occasion it will feature an advanced student performer as concerto soloist.The

orchestra performs in Wellin Hall four times a year and is open to all students by

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audition during orientation and the first two days of classes during both Fall and

Spring terms.

The College Hill Singers is a chamber vocal ensemble drawn from the College

Choir. Its repertoire ranges from Renaissance madrigals to Brahms part-songs to

contemporary works.

The Chamber Music Program consists of three sections, the String Ensembles,

Woodwind Ensembles and the Brass Ensemble. In addition to formal concerts and

more informal appearances on campus, the chamber ensembles also perform fre-

quently at churches and charity events in the region.The woodwind ensembles have

recently performed music of Ibert, Piston, Mozart, Beethoven, Debussy and Strauss.

The string ensembles have played works of Dvorák, Beethoven, Brahms, Schubert

and J.S. Bach.The brass ensemble’s repertory ranges from Josquin and Monteverdi to

Holst and Hindemith and on occasion includes percussionists. Auditions for the

chamber ensembles are held concurrently with orchestra auditions during orientation

each term.

The Hamilton Jazz Ensemble is a full big band with five saxes, four trombones, four

trumpets and four rhythm section players.The music covers the style periods from

the mid 1930s to the present. A seven-piece combo, comprised of members from the

ensemble, performs as well. Auditions are held on Tuesday during the first week of

classes each fall.

The Hamilton College and Community Oratorio Society, which numbers approximate-

ly 135 singers, performs major choral works with orchestra each semester.The soci-

ety is open to all members of the community without audition. Interested singers

may join by attending the first rehearsal of the term.

The Buffers, Special K,Tumbling After and the Hamiltones are student-run a cappella

performance groups.All male, all female or coeducational, each group draws from

varied repertories ranging from traditional barbershop quartet melodies to contem-

porary music, and each mixes musical skill with humor to entertain audiences both

at Hamilton and on tour. Auditions are held by announcement.

Other concerts on campus are offered by the Campus Activities Board.The Office

of Multicultural Affairs, as well as a variety of student organizations, also sponsor

concerts from time to time.

Theatre

As part of the Department of Theatre and Dance, the theatre program produces two

to three major theatrical productions each year in historic Minor T h e a t e r . In addition,

the department regularly produces student-directed show s , usually as part of the senior

projects. Auditions for theatre program productions are open to all students and are

held early each semester.Audition notices are posted on campus and on e-mail.

Technical and managerial positions are also available. For information about theatre

at Hamilton, call 315-859-4057.

The student-run theatrical gro u p, U n t i t l e d - a t - L a r g e , p roduces student dire c t e d

mu s i c a l s , p l a ys and one-act pro d u c t i o n s.Audition notices are posted on campus.

Performing Arts

Hamilton sponsors two professional performing arts series: Classical Connections

and Contemporary Voices and Visions. Last season’s performers included Footworks

Percussive Dance Ensemble & StepAfrika! in Solemates, Rhodessa Jones, the

Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra, Imani Winds and Séan Curran Dance

Company.The 2004-05 season will include Bang on a Can All-Stars, Natalie

McMaster and the Syracuse Symphony Orchestra.

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Lectures and Performances

N u m e rous lectures and live performances are provided during the year for the H a m i l t o n

community from the income of endowments established for those purposes a n d

a u gmented by general College funds.

The Lee H. Bristol, Jr. Endowment for the Performing Arts was established in memory of

Lee H. Bristol, Jr., Class of 1945, to bring performing artists to the College.

The William M. B r i s t o l , J r. Distinguished Visitors Progra m , e s t a blished through the bequest

of William M. Bristol, Jr., Class of 1917, supports lectures, performances and other

special events held in connection with several-day visits by high-profile experts in

various fields.

The Richard P. Butrick Lecture Fund was established by the Honorable Richard P.

Butrick, a retired diplomat, to support an annual lecture or lectures.

The Class of 1940 Cultural Endowment was established on the occasion of the 50th

Reunion of the Class of 1940 to support a major cultural event to be held annually

at the College, preferably in the Hans H. Schambach Center for Music and the

Performing Arts.

The Class of 1949 Performance and Lecture Fund was established on the occasion of the

40th Reunion of the Class of 1949 to support major performances or lectures to be

held in the Hans H. Schambach Center for Music and the Performing Arts.

The Peter D. Constable Lecture Fund was established in 2001 in honor of former

Ambassador Peter D. Constable, Class of 1953, to support an annual lecture in

international relations.

The Continental Group American Economy Lecture Series was established in 1980 by t h e

Continental Can Company to provide lectures dealing with the A m e r ican economy

in conjunction with the Public Policy Program.

The David Maldwyn Ellis Lecture Fund was established by Robert B. Carson, Class of

19 5 6 , in honor of David Maldwyn Ellis, Class of 1938 and professor emeritus of history,

to support lectures on the topics of A m e r ican history or A m e r ican institutions.

The Great Names at Hamilton Lecture and Performance Fund was established to support

one or more annual lectures or performances by individuals of national or interna-

tional renown in any field.

The Ralph E. and Doris M. Hansmann Lecture Series was established in 1993 in honor

of Mr. Hansmann, Class of 1940, and his wife, to support annual lectures in any field.

Fields are designated on a three-year rotating basis.

The Terry Herrick Memorial Fund for Industrial Relations Study was established in 1981

by alumni and friends in memory of Horace Terhune Herrick, Jr., Class of 1942, to

support lectures on subjects relating to labor, management and productivity.

The Victor S. Johnson Fa m i l y Lecture Fund was established in 1987 to bring to the campus

alumni, public figures, scholars and others who have distinguished themselves in their

respective careers and are recognized leaders in their fields to address a significant

aspect of American life and thought.

The Edwin B. Lee Lecture Fund in Asian Studies was established in 1990 by former

students and friends of Professor Lee to bring to the College each year a distinguished

lecturer in the field of Asian Studies.

The Arthur Levitt Endowment Fund was established by Arthur Levitt, Jr., father of Lauri

Levitt Friedland, Class of 1981, in memory of Mr. Levitt’s father,Arthur Levitt, Sr., to

support lectures and other activities coordinated through the Arthur Levitt Public

Affairs Center.

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The Helen B. Longshore Memorial Endowment was established by Helen B. L o n g s h o re, a

friend of the College, to support the College’s music programs and activities.

The John Ripley Myers Lecture Fund was established in 1912 by Mary H. Myers in

memory of her son, John Ripley Myers, Class of 1887, to support annual lectures in

areas not covered by the curriculum.

The James S. Plant Distinguished Scientist Lecture Series was established in 1987 through

a bequest from Dr. Plant, Class of 1912 and an eminent child psychiatrist, to bring to

the campus outstanding scientists as guest lecturers.

The James T. and Laura C. Rhind Arts Fund was established to bring to the campus fine

arts performances or exhibitions with merit, with preference for the field of music.

The William Roehrick Emerson Gallery Lecture Fund was established in 1988 in honor of

William G. Roehrick, Class of 1934, to support annual lectures by distinguished

scholars in the fine arts.

The Root-Jessup Lecture Seri e s , s p o n s o r ed by the Root-Jessup Public A f f a i r s Council,

brings public figures to the campus to speak on issues of current nationwide interest.

The John Rybash Memorial Psych o l o g y Lecture Fund, e s t a b lished in memory of Jo h n

R y b a s h , p r ofessor of psychology at Hamilton, is designed to support a lecture by a

p rominent speaker in the field of psycholog y.

The Sacerdote Fa m i ly Lecture and Performance Fund was established by Mr. and Mrs . Pe t e r

M . S a c e rd o t e, along with their son Alexander Sacerd o t e , Class of 1994, to support one

or more Sacerdote Great Names Series at Hamilton programs each ye a r. A n n u a l

l e c t u r es or performances will be given by individuals of national or intern a t i o n a l

re n own in any field.

The Reverend Alexander Thompson Memorial Lecture Fund was established through a

bequest from Luranah H.Thompson in memory of her husband, the Reverend

Alexander Thompson, Class of 1906, to support an annual lecture.

The Winton Tolles Lecture Series was established in 1991 by members of the Class of

1951 in memory of Winton Tolles, Class of 1928 and dean of the College from

1947 to 1972. It brings to the campus distinguished writers in the fields of literature,

journalism and theatre to lecture and meet with students.

The Chauncey S.Truax Memorial Fund was established in 1956 by R. Hawley Truax,

Class of 1909, in memory of his father, Chauncey S.Truax, Class of 1875, to b ring to

the College distinguished guest lecture rs and visiting scholars in the field of p h i l o s o p hy.

The Arthur Coleman Tuggle Lecture Fund was established by Clyde C.Tuggle, Class of

1984, in memory of his father. Under this program, speakers are brought to

Hamilton to address current ethical issues.

The Winslow Lecture Fund was established through a bequest from William Copley

Winslow, Class of 1862, to support lectures on classical archaeology.

The Frank H.Wood Memorial Lecture Fund was established by alumni and friends in

m e m o r y of Frank Hoyt Wo o d , who was for many ye a rs a professor of political science

at H a m i l t o n , to support lectures in history, political science or matters of curre n t

g e n eral interest.

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Athletic Programs and Facilities

Athletic Facilities

Hamilton has a tradition of continually expanding and improving its athletic fa c i l i t i e s .

The Margaret Bundy Scott Field House, a 55,000-square-foot mu l t i p u r pose athletic

structure, houses three regulation-size basketball courts and can seat 2,000 spectators.

R e m ova ble wood parquet flooring is installed for va r sity basketball games.The fa c i l i t y

also features a six-lane, 200-meter urethane running track and indoor courts for tennis

and volleyball.The surface can also accommodate practices for outdoor varsity sports

d u r ing inclement we a t h e r.Two racquetball and three squash courts are located outside

the building’s lobby area.

Connecting with the Field House are several additional facilities, including the

Alumni Gymnasium containing a basketball court, four squash courts and two we i g h t

ro o m s ; the Russell Sage Hockey Rink, the nation’s oldest college indoor hockey fa c i l i t y

renovated in 1993; and the William M. Bristol, Jr. Swimming Pool, completed in

1988. An eight-lane “stretch” pool with a movable bulkhead permitting division into

a diving area and a swimming area, it frequently serves as the host site for regional

competitions.The Ade Fitness Center opened in 1993 and features state-of-the-art

workout equipment, including stair machines, rowing machines, bicycles, treadmills

and Cybex machines.The fitness center provides high-quality exercise opportunities

for all members of the Hamilton community.

Adjacent to the Athletic Center are the nine recently refurbished Gray Tennis

Courts; the Royce Baseball Field, featuring new dugouts and improved bullpen areas;

the recently re n ovated softball field; and Steuben Field, the 2,500-seat football stadium.

Directly behind the stadium is the William D. Love Field, which also encompasses

the newly resurfaced 400-meter Walter H. Pritchard Track. Love Field, resodded in

2000, hosts soccer action.The newest of the Hamilton playing fields is an all-weather

“turf ” field built in 2000. Located adjacent to campus, it is the home of field hockey

and men’s and women’s lacrosse.

The Tompkins Golf Course is a nine-hole, 2,761-yard, par 35 course immediately

adjacent to campus.There is no admission charged to students, who also use the

course during the winter months for cross country skiing.

A gift from the Class of 1996, the High Ropes Course located in the Kirkland

Glen contains more than a half dozen high ropes challenges.The course is open to

all members of the Hamilton community and is administered by the College’s full-

time adventure program coordinator.A series of high ropes initiatives are also located

in the Field House.

Athletic Policy

The pri m a r y emphasis of the athletic program at Hamilton College is upon the

e d ucational value of athletics rather than upon athletics as public entertainment or as

a source of financial income.The College, through its Physical Education Depart-

m e n t , p r ovides a five-fold program in athletics: re c reational play, i n s t r uction in phy s i c a l

education, intramural competition, and club and intercollegiate programs. Hamilton

thereby continues its long tradition of encouraging not only the acquisition of

knowledge but also the enjoyment of physical activity and the attainment of skills that

will prov i d e lifelong satisfaction.

Physical Education

(See “Courses of Instruction.”)

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Intramural Activities

The intramural program offers opportunities for participation in a wide variety of

s p o r ts conducted under the supervision of the Department of Physical Education and

a departmental advisor. The program is especially designed to encourage participation

by students who enjoy competition but whose skills or interests are not of inter-

collegiate calibre. Sports offered include soccer, football, volleyball, racquetball, golf,

b a s ke t b a l l , ice hockey, s q u a s h , k i c k b a l l , beach vo l l ey b a l l , s o f t b a l l , tennis and indoor soccer.

Intercollegiate Athletics

The College is committed to a re p re s e n t a t i ve and competitive interc o l l e g iate progr a m .

It is also committed to seeking fine student-athletes who value and respect the

fundamental educational goals of the College.

The College sponsors men’s va rsity teams in baseball, b a s ke t b a l l , c r ew, c ross country,

f o o t b a l l , g o l f,ice hockey, l a c r o s s e, s o c c e r, s q u a s h , sw i m m i n g , tennis and track (winter/spri n g ) ;

and women’s varsity teams in basketball, crew, cross country, field hockey, ice hockey,

l a c ro s s e, s o c c e r , s o f t b a l l , s q u a s h , sw i m m i n g , t e n n i s , track (winter/spring) and vo l l ey b a l l .

Hamilton is a member of the New England Small College Athletic Conference

( N E S C AC ) , the Upstate Collegiate Athletic Association (UCA A ) and the National

Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA).The other members of NESCAC are

Amherst, Bates, Bowdoin, Colby, Connecticut College, Middlebury,Trinity,Tufts,

Wesleyan and Wi l l i a m s . The other members of the UCAA are Clarkson,

Hobart/William Smith, Rensselaer, Rochester, Skidmore, St. Lawrence, Union and

Vassar. Both conferences balance athletic involvement with high academic standards.

Club Sports

The Physical Education Department supports the following club programs: the

Bicycle Co-op, dance teams, equestrian, fencing, m a r tial art s , n o r dic skiing, m e n ’s and

wo m e n ’s ru g by, s a i l i n g , ski racing, t a b le tennis, u l t i mate frisbee and water polo.

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Courses of Instruction

For each course, the numbering indicates its general level and the term in which it is

offered. Courses numbered in the 100s are introductory in material and/or approach.

Courses numbered in the 200s and 300s are intermediate and advanced in approach

respectively. Courses numbered in the 400s are most advanced.

To assure the maximum effectiveness in teaching, it is sometimes necessary to

place limits on the enrollment in courses. Some courses have enrollment limits

because of limited laboratory or studio space. Others have limits to enable instructors

to incorporate additional papers and examinations, small group discussions or special

projects. A writing-intensive course, for example, is normally limited to 20 students; a

seminar is normally limited to 12; and a proseminar is limited to 16. Most other

courses are limited to 40 students. Enrollment limits mean that a student might not

always be able to take a course that he or she wishes to take.

Unless otherwise indicated, the following pri o r ities will apply in the determ i n a t i o n

of entrance into courses limited in enrollment.

For 100-level courses, priority shall be given to first-year students, sophomores,

juniors and then seniors. (Seniors must have the permission of the departmental chair

in order to enroll in a 100-level course.)

For 200-level courses, priority shall be given to sophomores, first-year students,

juniors and then seniors.

For 300- and 400-level courses that are not re q u i r ed for the student’s concentration,

priority shall be given to seniors, juniors, sophomores and then first-year students.

For 300- and 400-level courses that are required for the student’s concentration,

priority shall be given first to concentrators, and then non-concentrators of the more

advanced class.

The term in which the course will be offered is indicated by the letter immediately

following the course number: F for fall semester and S for spring semester.

F,S designates a course offered in both fall and spring semesters. Su designates a

course comprising a summer field trip.

Courses with bracketed numbers will not be offered during 2004-05. In most

cases, the description indicates the next date the course will be offered.

A single three-digit number preceding a course description indicates that the

course may be elected for a single term. Most offerings are of this type.Two three-

d i g it nu m b e rs separated by a hyphen indicate that normally the course will be elected

for two terms. For such courses, a student may not enter the second term without

having taken the first, unless otherwise indicated.

A course designated as open to a certain class (e.g.,“Open to sophomores”) is also

open to all higher classes. A course with no statement concerning class eligibility is

open to all students.

Unless otherwise stated, all courses meet for three 50-minute or two 75-minute

class periods each week.

In the list of faculty members for each department, the letters (F,S) following a

name indicate terms of leave or off-campus teaching.

For the most up-to-date listing

of courses, consult Hamilton’s on-line catalogue at

www.hamilton.edu/applications/catalogue/

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Advanced Placement Policies

In order to re c e i ve AP cre d i t , a student must take a departmentally approved Hamilton

c o u r se and pass with the minimum grade stipulated by the depart m e n t . Students mu s t

take one of the courses listed below as their first course in the department, unless

otherwise designated. A student may not receive credit toward a degree solely on the

basis of a score on an Advanced Placement test.

ART

General and Drawing: Students having obtained a 4 or 5 will receive 1 credit

upon completion of ART 104 or 160 with a minimum grade of a B

in the course.

Art History: Students having obtained a 4 or 5 will receive 1 credit upon com-

pletion of ART 151, 152, 154 or any 200-level Art History course with

a minimum grade of a B in the course.

BIOLOGY

Students having obtained a 4 or 5 will receive 1 credit upon completion of

BIO 111 or 115 with a minimum grade of a C- in the course.

CHEMISTRY

Students having obtained a 4 or 5 will receive 1 credit upon completion of

CHEM 125 and/or 190 with a minimum grade of a C- in the course(s).

COMPUTER SCIENCE

Computer Science A: Students having obtained a 4 or 5 will receive 1 credit

upon completion of CPSCI 111 with a minimum grade of a C in the course.

Computer Science AB: Students having obtained a 4 or 5 will receive 2 credits

for CPSCI 110 and 111 upon completion of CPSCI 210 or 220 with a minimum

grade of a C in the course.

ECONOMICS

Issues in Macro: Students having obtained a 5 will receive 1 credit upon

completion of ECON 285 with a minimum grade of a B- in the course.

Issues in Micro: Students having obtained a 5 will receive 1 credit upon

completion of ECON 275 with a minimum grade of a B- in the course.

ENGLISH

Recipients of scores of 4 or 5 on either or both of the AP examinations in English

m a y place directly into one of several 200-level cours e s . This fa l l , the 200-level cours e s

include 204, 222, 235, 257 and 267. Spring courses include 204, 205 and 225.

AP 5 students who choose to take a 200-level course will re c e i ve two course credits

if they pass the course with at least a B-.AP 4 students are eligi ble for placement at the

2 0 0 - l e vel but not for an additional cre d i t . AP 5 students who choose to take 150 will not

re c e i ve the additional cre d i t , even if they take a 200-level course after 150.

FRENCH LITERATURE/LANGUAGE

Students having obtained a 4 or 5 will receive 1 credit upon completion of a

200-level French course with a minimum grade of a B- in the course.

GERMAN

Students having obtained a 4 or 5 will receive 1 credit upon completion of a

200-level German course with a minimum grade of a C- in the course.

GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS

United States: Students having obtained a 5 will re c e i ve 1 credit upon completion

of any course within the department, other than GOVT 116, with a minimum

grade of a B in the course.

C o m p a r a t i ve : Students having obtained a 5 will re c e i ve 1 credit upon completion

of any course within the department, other than GOVT 112, with a minimum

grade of a B in the course.

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HISTORY

United States and European: Students having obtained a 4 or 5 on either

exam will receive 1 semester credit toward general requirements (not toward the

concentration) for completing a 100-level history course with a minimum grade

of a C- in the course.

LATIN/LITERATURE AND VERGIL

Students having obtained a 4 or 5 in AP Latin Literature or Vergil will receive

1 credit upon completion of LATIN 390 with a minimum grade of B- in the

course. Students having obtained a 3 will receive 1 credit upon completion of

LATIN 210 with a minimum grade of B- in the course.

MATHEMATICS

Contact the math department.

MUSIC THEORY

The pre requisite for MUS 209 is MUS 109. Students may take the Music T h e o r y

Placement Exam at h t t p : / / w w w. h a m i l t o n . e d u / 2 0 0 7 / p l a c e m e n t e x a m s / . Students who

do well in this exam have the pre r equisite wa i ved for MUS 209.

Students who re c e ive a 4 or 5 on the AP exam in Music T h e o r y are placed in

MUS 209 and, upon successful completion, re c e ive an advanced placement cours e

c r e d i t . Students who re c e i ve a 5 on the AP exam in Music History re c e ive an adva n c e d

placement course credit after successfully completing MUS 251, 252 or 253.

PHYSICS

Physics B (Non-Calculus): Students having obtained a 4 in AP Physics B will

receive 1 credit upon successful completion of PHYS 100 (for pre-meds and

other science majors) and PHYS 190 (for physics and chemistry majors). Another

physics course may be substituted for 100 or 190 with permission of the depart-

ment chair. Students hav i n g obtained a 5 in AP Physics will receive 1 credit upon

successful completion of a physics course.

Physics C (Calculus based): Mechanics only: Students having obtained a 4 in

AP Mechanics will receive 1 credit upon successful completion of PHYS 190.

Students having obtained a 5 in AP Physics C will receive 1 credit upon successful

completion of any physics course and should start with 290.

E&M only: Students having obtained a 4 in AP E&M will receive 1 credit upon

successful completion of PHYS 195. Students having obtained a 5 in AP Physics

C will receive 1 credit upon successful completion of a physics course.

Both Mechanics and E&M: Students having obtained 4’s in both Mechanics

and E&M will receive 2 credits upon successful completion of PHYS 290.

Students having obtained a 4 and 5 in Mechanics and E&M will receive 1 credit

upon successful completion of a physics course and another upon successful

completion of PHYS 290. Students having obtained 5’s in both Mechanics and

E&M will re c e ive 2 credits upon successful completion of a physics course (start i n g

with 290 is recommended).

PSYCHOLOGY

E n t e r ing students who have earned advanced placement in Psychology (by a score

of 4 or 5 on the A d vanced Placement test) may elect any 200-level course that has

I n t r o d u c t o r y Psychology as a pre r e q u i s i t e. Students with a 4 are advised to discuss their

plans with the department chair, as many find it wo r thwhile to re i n f o rce their founda-

tion of psychological knowledge by electing Intro d u c t o r y.

SPANISH LITERATURE AND LANGUAGE

Students having obtained a 4 or 5 in AP Spanish Literature or Language will

receive 1 credit upon completion of a 200-level Spanish course with a minimum

grade of a B- in the course. Placement is determined based on a placement exam.

Students may choose to begin with 140 with the consent of the department and still

receive AP credit upon completion of a 200-level course.

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Africana Studies

Faculty

Shelley P. Haley (Classics), Chair (S) Joseph E. M w antuali ( F r e n c h )

A.Todd Franklin (Philosophy) Stephen W. O rvis ( G o v e r nment) (S)

Joy A. James Michael E.Woods ( M u s i c )

The Africana Studies Program offers interdisciplinary study of the literature, music,

visual arts, history, culture and politics of people of the African diaspora. It focuses on

four geographic areas: Africa, the Caribbean, Latin America and the United States.

The program aims to develop students’ critical and analytical skills and to promote

scholarship within the Africana field of study.

A concentration in Africana studies consists of nine courses: Africana Studies 101,

271, 310, 381, 495, 550 and three approved electives. At least two electives must be

a b ove the 200 leve l . C o n c e n t r a t o r s are encouraged to have a basic working know l e d g e

of an appropriate language other than English.The program will accept study abroad

and/or coursework in overseas programs toward the concentration with the approval

of the program chair. B e f o r e electing a concentration in the A f r icana Studies Progr a m,

students must meet with the chair to design a program of study, planning in advance

so that they will be able to complete prerequisites for courses counting toward the

concentration. Students must submit a concentration proposal to the Africana Studies

P r ogram Committee (which consists of the chair and at least one other faculty member),

explaining the relations between the areas to be studied.

The Senior Program in Africana Studies (550) is an interdisciplinary project

culminating in a thesis, performance or exhibition.The project, which must be

a p p roved by the committee, is to be supervised by two faculty members , one of whom

must be a member of the Africana Studies Program. Students who have an average of

88 or higher in the concentration may receive honors through distinguished work in

5 5 0 . A complete description of the Senior Program is ava i l a b le from the program chair.

A minor in Africana studies must include 101, 271, 310, 381 and 495.

Sophomore Seminar 215, “Race Matters,” may be one of the electives for the

concentration.

The following courses may be used by concentrators and minors to fulfill their

core and elective requirements. Certain variable topics elective courses from other

disciplines not listed may be substituted with permission of the chair of Africana

studies. Please consult the appropriate departments and programs for full descriptions

of courses, requirements and prerequisites.

101F Introduction to Africana Studies. Examination of the nature, methods and

development of black/Africana studies. A comparative and interdisciplinary introduc-

tion to the study of African and diaspora cultures and history. Emphasis will be on an

exploration of some of the key texts and issues.The Program.

[271S] Black Film Aesthetics and Representation. Explores the history of

representation of blackness in va r ious A m e r ican and European cinematic traditions, a s

well as the development of the black film aesthetic as an oppositional, complicated and

f r equently complicitous gaze in such re - r e p r e s e n t a t i o n s . ( W r i t i n g - i n t e n s i ve.) Pre r e q u i s i t e ,

Africana Studies 101 or above or consent of instructor. (Next offered 2005-06.)

310F Black Women’s Experience in the United States. Examination of the

experiences of black women in the United States from 1800-2001. Emphasis placed

on the intellectual history of black women.Topics include: the legacy of slavery, the

role and influence of religion and the black church, the history of black women’s

education, the development of black feminism, the roles of and attitudes toward black

lesbian and bisexual women, the role and impact of black women in popular culture

and music. Prerequisite, 101 or consent of instructor. (Same as Women’s Studies 310.)

The Program.

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[381F] Variable Topics: Hip-Hop, Gender and Political Culture. Explores the

history of hip-hop and its relationship to mass media, gender and politics. In particu-

lar, the course looks at hip-hop as the new American youth culture. (Next offered

2005-06.)

401F,S Research Methods. Provides students with skills needed to understand and

conduct research. Emphasis on the collection, management, analysis and interpreta-

tion of data. Intended as research and thesis preparation to be taken as an indepen-

dent study with 495 and/or 550.The Program.

495S Variable Topics Africana Studies Seminar: The Caribbean and the

Ethos of Africa. Investigates comparative cultural histories, arts, literatures and

Creole languages of the Caribbean and the legacy of the trans-Atlantic slave trade in

the Antilles. Open to juniors and seniors only. Concentrators and minors given prior-

ity.The Program.

550F,S Senior Program. An interdisciplinary project to be approved by the

committee. Limited to senior concentrators.The Program.

Anthropology

360 U.S. Discourses I: Race, Ethnicity and Class

Classics

374 Ancient Egypt

Dance

102 Introduction to Dance Theory, Technique and Culture

English

255 The Marrow of African-American Literature

376 Africana Literatures and Critical Discourses

378 African-American Literature Beyond the Edge

473 Seminar: Major African Writers

474 Seminar: Major African-American Writers

French

455 Studies in Francophone Literature: The African Novel

Geology

103 Principles of Geology: The Geology and Development of Modern

Africa

Government

218 Politics of Africa

340 Race and American Democracy

History

102 Atlantic World in the Era of the Slave Trade

104 Europe and its Empires, 1500-2000

107 In Red, White and Black: Iberian Colonization of the Americas

139 Antislavery and Emancipation in the Atlantic World

203 African-American History to 1865

204 African-American History from 1865 to the Present

242 The Old South

257 Race, Ethnicity and Immigration in the Atlantic World

278 South Africa, 1652-1998

350 Slavery and the Civil War

353 Seminar on the Sixties

362 Reconstruction to Jim Crow: The South from 1856 to 1910

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Music

154 Music of the World’s Peoples

160 History of Jazz

259 Studies in Jazz

262 African-American Popular Music

Philosophy

209 Philosophy and Feminism

222 Race, Gender and Culture

Sociology

258 Poverty, Law and the Welfare State

260 Racial and Ethnic Groups: The Sociology of Race and Ethnicity

in America

Spanish

213 Introduction to U.S. Latino/a Literatures

Theatre

238 African-American Theatre

Women’s Studies

270 Women and International Development: Power, Politics, Agency

313 Seminar: Twentieth-Century Sexuality: Literature and Film

401 Seminar: Theories of Sexuality

402 Seminar on Global Fe m i n i s m s : Asian and A s i a n - A m e r ican Fe m i n i s m s

405 Seminar: Black Feminist Thought

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American Studies

Faculty

Maurice Isserman, Chair (History)

Catherine G. Kodat (English) (F,S)

The American Studies Program offers students an opportunity to study American

civilization from a variety of perspectives and through the methodologies of different

intellectual disciplines. Specialized studies in all fields of learning dealing with the

United States are included in the program, and the impact of these studies is reflected

in the work of the American studies introductory course (201), the Seminar in

American Studies (380) and the Senior Project (550).

Students work closely with faculty members in developing an individualized plan

of study that brings at least two disciplinary perspectives to bear on a major topic in

American culture.The concentration consists of 11 courses comprising a program

a p p roved by the A m e r ican Studies Committee. It includes 201, t a k en in the sophomore

or junior year, followed by 380, which concentrators may take during their junior or

senior year.All concentrators must also complete 550, the Senior Project, an inter-

disciplinary exploration of a major theme in American civilization.

Students who have earned a B+ (88) average in the concentration may receive

honors in American studies through distinguished work on the Senior Project.

The American Studies Committee strongly urges concentrators to choose options

f rom the courses listed below. For complete information about each, including pre re q-

u i s i t e s , enrollment limits and when a course is offered, consult the full descriptions

under the appropriate departments and programs.

201S Introduction to American Studies. An interdisciplinary approach to the

study of civilization in the United States. Emphasis on recurring historical themes in

our national culture such as the frontier, the self-made man, immigration and war.

(Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, one 100-level history course or English 150. (Same

as History 201.) Isserman.

380F Seminar in American Studies. Topic for 2004-05: American Explorers.

Prerequisite, 201 or consent of instructor. (Same as History 380.) Isserman.

550S Senior Project Seminar. A course limited to senior concentrators, in which

students will complete an original interdisciplinary thesis in American studies under

the supervision of the instructor. Isserman.

American Literature

required course:

English

266 The Emergence of U.S. Modernisms

plus one course from such other options as:

English

229 The Puritan Literary Tradition

245 American Dreams and Nightmares: The American Gothic

255 The Marrow of African-American Literature

267 Literature and the Environment

375 Contemporary American Fiction

378 African-American Literature Beyond the Edge

474 Seminar: Major African-American Writers

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American History

choose one from:

History

241 American Colonial History

251 Nineteenth-Century America

254 Recent American History: The United States, 1941 to the Present

plus one course from such other options as:

History

203 African-American History to 1865

204 African-American History from 1865 to the Present

242 The Old South

341 Studies in American Colonial History

350 Slavery and the Civil War

353 Seminar on the Sixties

359 Studies in American Progressivism

378 Topics in American Biography

In addition, the following courses are recommended for concentrators:

Anthropology

113 Cultural Anthropology

114 Fieldwork and Ethnography

360 U.S. Discourses I: Race, Ethnicity and Class

361 U.S. Discourses II: Science, Technology and Gender

Art History

259 Defining American Art

Economics

365 Economic Analysis of American History

Government

116 The American Political Process

227 State and Local Politics

241 Survey of Constitutional Law

270 Democratic Theory

290 U.S. Foreign Policy

291 International Political Economy

334 Congress and the Presidency

338 American Public Administration

340 Race and American Democracy

Philosophy

111 Contemporary Moral Issues

Sociology

110 American Society

204 Social Class in American Society

Spanish

213 Introduction to U.S. Latino/a Literatures

379 Latino/a Experiences in the United States

Women’s Studies

226 U.S. Latino/a Studies: Challenges of Gender, Race, Nation

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Anthropology

Faculty

Henry J. Rutz, Chair (S) George T. Jones

Charlotte Beck Douglas A. Raybeck

Ann Frechette Bonnie Urciuoli

The department offers two tracks within the concentration of anthropology: cultural

anthropology and archaeology.A student must choose one of these two tracks.

Cultural Anthropology

A track in cultural anthro p o l o gy consists of a minimum of 10 cours e s : 1 0 6 , 113 or 114,

125 or 201, 358 and 440, and five other cours e s , one of which must focus on a culture

area. Prospective concentrators are encouraged to take 358 as early as possible because

it must be completed by the end of the junior year. All concentrators, especially those

planning graduate studies, are advised to take a course in statistics. Concentrators

must fulfill their senior project requirement through satisfactory completion of the

Senior Seminar (440), which emphasizes the critical evaluation of scholarship as well

as primary data culminating in a research paper.

C o n c e n t r a t o rs with a departmental average of 88 or higher at the close of their senior

fall semester and a B+ or better in the Senior Seminar may pursue honors through 560,

an individual project under the direct supervision of a member of the department.To

receive honors, a grade of A- or higher must be earned on the resulting thesis.

Archaeology

A track in arc h a e o l o gy consists of a minimum of 10 cours e s : 1 1 3 , 114 or 125, and 106,

325, 358, 441 and five other courses, one of which must be 243 or 245.Additionally,

students are strongly encouraged to take the field course (280), as well as a statistics

course and courses in geology, biology or chemistry. Prospective concentrators are

encouraged to take 325 and 358 as early as possible because both must be c o m p l e t e d

by the end of the junior ye a r. C o n c e n t r a t o rs must fulfill their senior pro j e c t re q u i re m e n t s

t h rough satisfa c t o r y completion of the Senior Seminar (441), which emphasizes the

critical evaluation of scholarship as well as pri m a ry d ata culminating in a re s e a r ch paper.

C o n c e n t r a t o rs with a departmental average of 88 or higher at the close of their senior

fall semester and a B+ or better in the Senior Seminar may pursue honors through

5 6 0 , an individual project under the direct supervision of a member of the depart m e n t .

To receive honors, a grade of A- or higher must be earned on the resulting thesis.

Minor in Anthropology

A minor in anthropology consists of five courses, one of which must be at the 100

level and one of which must be at the 300 level. A student may elect to take one

each from 106 and 113 or 114 as two of their five courses.

Note to Juniors and Seniors. The following Anthropology Department courses have

no prerequisite: 201, 225, 230 and 256. In addition, prerequisites may be waived with

consent of instructor for 238, 241, 243, 254, 258, 270, 272, 309, 315, 330, 333, 360

and 361.

106F,S Principles of Archaeology. An introduction to the fundamentals of

archaeology, with emphasis on evolutionary principles.Topics include a review of

archaeological field methods, such as sampling, survey and excavation, and analytic

methods, such as dating, typology and formation processes.Three hours of class and

one hour of laboratory. Maximum enrollment, 24. Beck.

113F Cultural Anthropology. Cross-cultural approaches to the study of social

structure, polity, economic behavior and belief systems. Anthropological methods of

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analysis of nonliterate, peasant and complex contemporary societies. Not open to

seniors or to students who have taken 114. Raybeck.

[114S] Fieldwork and Ethnography. Cultural dynamics on global, national and

local scales.Topics include the fieldwork tradition and ethnogr a p hy (cultural encounters

and problems of cultural translation), basic cultural practices (classifications, symbols

and functions), cultural systems (kinship, ethnicity, class, caste, race and gender) and

cultural dynamics (problems in the political economy of culture, including identity

formation, historical memory, hegemonic power, indigenity). (Proseminar.) Not open

to students who have taken 113. (Next offered 2005-06.)

1 1 5 S A n t h ro p o l o gical Works and Live s . I n t r oduction to anthro p o l o gy as a vo c a t i o n

and discipline through the lives of some of its greatest practitioners.The course will

e x p l o r e the major re s e a r ch questions, e t h n ographic techniques, t h e o retical contri bu t i ons

and eve r y d a y lives of Margaret Mead, Claude Lev i - S t r a u s s , C l i f f o rd Geertz and others .

Course will include field projects and final presentations. (Proseminar.) Not open to

seniors or students who have taken 113 or 114. Frechette.

125S Language and Culture. The relationship of language to social structure and

cultural life.Topics include basic linguistic principles (the structure of sounds, words

and grammar), analyses of language and meaning, the ethnography of communication

and linguistic aspects of social inequality. Not open to seniors. Urciuoli.

179F Introduction to the Religions of the Indigenous Peoples of the

Americas. For full description, see Religious Studies 179.

201F Linguistic Theory: A Brief History. A general examination of the nature of

language. Topics include the nature of sound, grammar, semantics and syntax; history

of ideas about language; philosophical and cognitive aspects of language; structural

and generative approaches to the analysis of language. Urciuoli.

[ 2 2 4 F ] Peoples of Island Southeast A s i a . A study of peoples and cultures of island

Southeast Asia, with an emphasis on syncretic traditions in Malaysia and Indonesia.

Prerequisite, 113, 114 or consent of instructor. (Next offered 2005-06.)

[225S] Phonetics and Phonology: The Analysis of Sound. How the sounds of

language are produced.The structure of sound systems in a variety of languages

(including non-Euro p e a n ) . Organization of field pro j e c t s : data collection, t r a n s c r i p t i o n

analysis. (Next offered 2005-06.)

[226S] Political Organizations. Analyzes the organization of power and politics

in increasing degrees of organizational complexity, from bands, lineages, tribes and

temples, to chiefdoms, kingdoms, states and transnational organizations.Topics include

power, authority, leadership, hierarchy, reciprocity, redistribution and violence.

(Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, 106, 113 or 114.

230S Chinese Gender, Kinship and the Family. Introduction to the cultural

construction of gender, kinship and the family in contemporary and historical China.

Emphasis on marriage practices, lineage structure, life cycle rituals, the effects of

socialist collectivization and economic liberalization. Frechette.

238F Power, Politics and Protest. Examines how organized groups engage in

political protest against those who dominate them.Topics include peasant organizations,

labor unions, millenarian movements, possession cults and terrorist organizations.

Questions include:What is power? How is it used to dominate others? How do others

protest and resist? What roles do time, language, violence, religion and the spirit world

play in how power is enacted and resisted? (Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, 113, 114

or consent of instructor. Frechette.

241S Native North Americans. Ethnohistorical treatment of Native North

American cultures from European contact to the present. Emphasis on cultures at

time of contact and on relationships between native populations and Europeans,

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including discussion of current issues. Prerequisite, 113, 114, 125 or consent of

instructor. Beck.

243S North American Prehistory. The history of Native American cultural

development north of the Rio Grande prior to European contact.Topics include the

timing and effects of human entry into North America, ice-age adaptations, plant and

animal domestication, agriculture and beginnings of complex societies. Prerequisite,

106 or consent of instructor. Jones.

245S Human Ancestors. A review of the biological and cultural evolution of

humans.Topics include human uniqueness, race and biological diversity, the earliest

humans in Africa, radiations of fossil and modern humans. Includes laboratory in

human osteology. Prerequisite, 106, Biology 110, or Geology 103 or 105. Jones.

[249S] The Archaeology of Continental Discovery. Explores the social, organi-

zational and env i r onmental consequences of initial human colonization of unoccupied

landscapes. Examined through case studies, including initial colonization of Australia

and North America, and the voyaging expansion of people across Pacific islands. Also

a d d resses the consequences of European “ r e d i s c ove r y ” of these areas for native peoples

and environment. Prerequisite, 106 or consent of instructor. (Next offered 2005-06.)

252S Religion, Power and Culture: An Anthropological Approach. For full

description, see Religious Studies 252.

254S Gender Roles in Comparative Perspective. An examination of gender

roles from the cross-cultural perspective of anthropology. Comparison of the physio-

logical and psychological evidence for gender differences with the social classifications

of gender differences. Socialization, family roles and the allocation of power within

gender roles. Prerequisite, 113, 114 or consent of instructor.The Department.

256F The Anthropology of Tibet and the Buddhist Himalaya. Introduction

to the anthro p o l o gy of Tibetan peoples.Topics include marri a g e, kinship and the fa m i l y;

agricultural versus pastoral economies; Buddhist monastic organization; the govern-

ment of the Dalai Lamas; relations with China; and Tibet in the Western imagination.

Frechette.

[258S] Nonverbal Communication and Social Interaction. Description and

analysis of subtle social structuring underlying social interaction.The relevance of

kinesics and proxemics for the study of cove r t aspects of social behav i o r . D eve l o p m e n t

of students’ o b s e r vational skills in laboratory and occasional field tri p s . P re r e q u i s i t e , 1 1 3 ,

1 1 4 , 1 2 5 , P s y c h o l ogy 101 or consent of instru c t o r. (Same as Communication 258.)

270F The Ethnography of Communication. Theory and analysis of communi-

cation and meaning in social and cultural context. Focus for 2004-05: Language

Contact in the U.S.The nature of language contact, its effect on forms of language

and the economic, ethnic-racial and political structures in which it takes place.

(Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, 113 or 114, 125 or 201, or Communication 101 or

consent of instructor. Urciuoli.

272F Culture and Consumption. Emphasis on the commercialization and com-

modification of American middle-class culture through media, marketing, advertising

and promotion. Some attention given to globalization and comparative study of the

n ew global middle class. P re re q u i s i t e , 1 1 3 , 1 1 4 , 125 or consent of instru c t o r. R u t z .

280Su Archaeological Field Course. A six-week introduction to archaeological

field methods. Excavation, survey and mapping of prehistoric hunter-gatherer sites in

basin and upland habitats of the central Nevada desert. Prerequisite, 106, with prefer-

ence to students who have also taken 243. Extra cost.Two-credit course, of which

one may be counted toward the concentration. Beck and Jones.

302S Seminar in Linguistic Semiotics. Focused examination of the nature of

meaning as constituted through the formal structures of language (grammatical and

semantic) and its pragmatic (social) functions. S t r ong emphasis on data-oriented analyses.

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Specific topics may include grammatical classification, comparative morphology,

diachronic (historical and sociolinguistic) issues, the relation of discursive process to

grammatical formation. Prerequisite, 125, 201 or 270. Urciuoli.

[309S] Colonial Legacy and National Cultures in the Pacific Islands. The

making of national cultures in Polynesia, Melanesia and Micronesia.Topics include

first encounters between Europeans and indigenous peoples, the European imagina-

tion, colonial agents and the invention of tradition, authentic and inauthentic culture,

the problem of democracy, politics of culture, island xenophobia. (Writing-intensive.)

Prerequisite, 113, 114, 125 or consent of instructor. (Next offered 2005-06.)

[ 3 1 5 S ] W r iting Culture. H i s t o r y and analysis of ethnographic writing with part i c u l a r

attention to the politics of description. (Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, 113, 114, 125

or consent of instructor. (Next offered 2005-06.)

322S Topics in Native American Religions: The Great Law of Peace and

the Longhouse. For full description, see Religious Studies 322.

325F Analytic Methods in Archaeology. A survey of analytic techniques central

to arc h a e o l o gical and paleoecological interp r e t a t i o n . L a b o r a t o ry p erformance of art i f a c t

analysis and classification, computer-aided data management and statistical analysis.

(W r i t i n g - i n t e n s ive.) Pre r e q u i s i t e, 1 0 6 . T h r ee hours of class and three hours of laboratory.

Maximum enrollment, 8. Jones.

[330S] Anthropology of Deviance. An examination of deviance in cross-cultural

p e rs p e c t ive. Fo r mal and informal sanctions in state and non-state societies. C o m p a r a t ive

t h e o r etical approaches to dev i a n c e , including functionalist, c o n f l i c t , c o n t rol and labeling

theories. Prerequisite, 113, 114 or consent of instructor. (Next offered 2005-06.)

333F Psychological Anthropology. A survey of psychological problems in a cross-

cultural context.The role of psychological processes in the formation, maintenance

and change of social and cultural systems.The relationship between personality and

culture, the varying ways in which culture and language influence social and environ-

mental perceptions, and the nature-nurture argument. Prerequisite, 113, 114 and one

course in psychology or consent of instructor. Open to juniors and seniors. Raybeck.

[334S] Method and Theory in Archaeology. An examination of the historical

development of modern methodological and theoretical approaches and problems in

American archaeology. Space-time frameworks, typology, form and function, research

design, evolutionary, ecological and behavioral theory. Prerequisite, 106. (Next offered

2005-06.)

348S The Peoples of China. Examination of diversity in the peoples and cultures

of modern China. Emphasis on national integr a t i o n , m i n o r ity relations and differe n t i a l

effects of economic, social and educational policies. (Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite,

113, 114 or 115. Frechette.

[351F] Resisting Neoliberalism: Indigenous Social Movements in the

Americas. For full description, see Religious Studies 351.

[3 5 2 S ] C o s m o l o gy and Ritual in Native A m e r ican Religi o n . For full descri p t i o n ,

see Religious Studies 352.

358F History of Anthropological Ideas. A consideration of major paradigms in

a n t h ro p o l ogy from the 19th century to the pre s e n t . The influence of va r ious theore t i c a l

perspectives on ethnographic and archaeological description and analysis. Prerequisite,

106, 113, 114 or 125. Maximum enrollment, 20. Jones and Rutz.

[ 3 6 0 F ] U. S . D i s c o u rses I: R a c e , Ethnicity and Class. An analysis of legal, s c i e n t i f i c ,

commemorative and media public discourses that connect ideas about U.S. identity

and citizenship with race, ethnicity and class. Prerequisite, 113, 114, 125 or consent of

instructor. (Next offered 2005-06.)

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36 1 S U. S . D i s c o u r ses II: S c i e n c e , Te c h n o l o gy and Gender. An analysis of publ i c

representations of technology and science as these relate ideas about gender to ideas

about being American. Prerequisite, 113, 114, 125 or consent of instructor.The

Department.

395S Hamilton in New York City: Cultural Conflict and Pluralism. The

growing significance of culture in intra-national, transnational and regional conflicts.

Prerequisite, 113, 114, 115, a course in any social science or consent of the instructor.

Credit for anthropology concentration. Rutz.

396S Hamilton in New York City: Independent Project on the Commodi-

fication of Culture. The importance of cultural products and cultural industries to

global markets, the impact of advertising and marketing on consumer culture, and the

commodification of cultural traditions and identities. Some attention paid to the impact

of information technology on intellectual property rights. Prerequisite, 113, 1 1 4 , 1 2 5 ,

an intro d u c t o r y course in any social science or consent of the instru c t o r. Credit for

anthropology concentration. Rutz.

4 4 0 F Senior Seminar in Cultural A n t h r o p o l o g y. The re s e a r ch process as it re l a t e s

to the fulfillment of the senior pro j e c t , including the formulation of a re s e a r ch pro b l e m ,

frames for research, research design, collection of data and cultural analysis. Rutz.

441F Senior Seminar in Archaeology. Critical evaluation of selected topics in

archaeology. Primary research, culminating in a paper for fulfillment of the senior

project. Beck.

450S Senior Project in Cultural Anthropology. For students continuing their

senior projects in cultural anthro p o l o gy for a second semester but who are not purs u i n g

honors. Continuation of participation in 440.The Department.

451S Senior Project in Archaeology. For students continuing their senior projects

in archaeology for a second semester but who are not pursuing honors. Continuation

of participation in 441.The Department.

453F Seminar in Native American Iconology. For full description, see

Religious Studies 453.

5 6 0 S H o n o rs T h e s i s . A thesis supervised by at least one member of the depart m e n t .

Continuation of participation in 440 or 441.The Department.

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Art

Faculty

William Salzillo, Chair Robert C. Palusky (F,S)

L. Ella Gant

Robert B. Muirhead III Special Appointment

Rebecca Murtaugh Sylvia de Swaan

Juan Ormaza (S)

A concentration in art consists of 104; two courses in the Department of Art History,

one of which must be pre-1900 or non-European; and seven additional art courses,

including one in each of the following areas:

1) Painting and Printmaking

2) Ceramics and Sculpture

3) Photography and Video

and a minimum of one 300-level (workshop) course, and the two-semester Senior

Project (501-502). Students should complete a 300-level course in the same area as

their senior project before the end of the junior year.

Honors in art will be awarded on the basis of a cumulative average of 88 or above

in coursework toward the concentration and distinguished performance in the Senior

Project.A complete description of the Senior Project is available in List 111.

Students interested in studying abroad should consult with a member of the

department as soon as possible. Concentrators will need to consider the most appro-

priate means of integrating study abroad with preparation for their Senior Project.

A minor in art consists of 104, one art history course and three additional art cours e s .

Students interested in preparing for a professional school of architecture should

consult with Professor Carter as early as possible.

10 4 F, S I n t r oduction to Draw i n g . Study of the basic elements of draw i n g , i n c l u d i n g

line, texture, mass and composition. Students work from the model during class time,

do outside assignments and participate in group criticism. Maximum enrollment, 25.

The Department.

105F,S Design. Introduction to the visual language in two and three dimensions. A

series of projects exploring basic formal and expressive elements, color, composition,

space and time re l a t i o n s h i p s , and structural stre s s . M a x i m um enro l l m e n t , 2 5 . M u i r h e a d

( F a l l ) ; Salzillo (Spri n g ) .

106F,S Introduction to Ceramics. Introduction to three-dimensional design

concepts related to ceramics. Emphasis on a series of projects, followed by group

criticism and technical aspects of ceramics. (Proseminar.) Maximum enrollment, 18.

Murtaugh.

1 0 9 F I n t r oduction to Sculpture. Basic methods in dealing with pro b lems of form ,

technique and concept. Explores sculptural possibilities of traditional and non-tradi-

tional materials and techniques. Group critiques. Maximum enrollment, 10. Ormaza.

113F,S Introduction to Photography. Fundamentals of 35mm photography,

black-and-white film process, print enlargement and development. Emphasis on using

the camera as a tool for creative expression and exploration of standards within the

field of photogr a p hy. G r oup cri t i q u e s , j o u r n a l . Must have a 35mm camera with manu a l

s e t t i n g s . Not open to seniors . M a x i mum enro l l m e n t , 1 5 . Gant (Fall); de Swaan (Spri n g ) .

16 0 F F i g u r e Draw i n g . Application of basic drawing principles to the re p re s e n t a t i o n

of the human figure, with emphasis on anatomy and pro p o rt i o n . Examination of re l a t e d

topics such as the figure in the env i r onment and port r a i t u re. M a x i m um enro l l m e n t , 2 0 .

Salzillo.

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203F,S Painting I. Introduction to the study of the methods and techniques of oil

painting, with emphasis on still-life, figures and landscape. Maximum enrollment, 15.

Muirhead (Fall); Salzillo (Spring).

208F Pottery. Concentration on the technical and aesthetic concerns of functional

and sculptural aspects of pottery. Emphasis on porcelain and stoneware, use of the

potter’s wheel and high-fired glaze technology. Maximum enrollment, 8. Murtaugh.

213S Introduction to Video. Fundamentals of camera work and digital editing for

videography. Introduction to critical, theoretical and historical contexts of the medi-

um. Emphasis on traditional and non-traditional uses for and assumptions about

video. Group critiques. Not open to seniors. Gant.

219F Experimental Sculpture. A thematic, advanced sculpture class focusing on

altering found objects and spaces, incorporating a variety of materials, techniques and

issues. May be repeated for credit at increasingly advanced levels. Maximum enroll-

ment, 10. Ormaza.

233F,S Basics of Printmaking. Introduction to the basic principles and techniques

of printmaking as traditionally employed in intaglio and stone lithography. Includes

brief discussions of the history of printmaking, printing editions, matting, paper con-

servation and safety. Maximum enrollment, 12. Muirhead.

[ 2 3 5 F ] Intaglio Pri n t m a k i n g . Study in the process of intaglio pri n t m a k i n g , i n c l u d i n g

etching, engraving, dry point, and hard and soft ground techniques. Students expected

to participate in group criticism. May be repeated for credit at increasingly advanced

levels. Prerequisite, 104.

302F Photography Workshop. Continued investigation and development of black-

and-white technical processes combined with introduction to basics of Adobe Photo-

s h o p. Study and exploration of personal vision through photographic means and the use

of this vision to pursue broader-based aesthetic, social, cultural and political context

for photography. Group critiques. May be repeated for credit at increasingly advanced

levels. Prerequisite, 113. Maximum enrollment, 12. Gant.

[ 3 0 4 S ] A d v anced Pa i n t i n g . F u r ther exploration of concepts and techniques pre s e n t e d

in Painting I with emphasis on landscape and interi o rs as subject matter. R e i n f o rc e m e n t

of oil painting skills and introduction to egg tempera and acrylic. Prerequisite, 203.

308S Sculpture Workshop. Advanced study of traditional and non-traditional

sculpture materials and techniques. Emphasis on sculpture as a vehicle for communi-

cation and significance. Journals, research, field trips, lectures and group critiques. May

be repeated for credit at increasingly advanced levels. Prerequisite, 109 or 219.

Maximum enrollment, 10. Ormaza.

311S Ceramics Workshop. Emphasis on personal concepts employing sophisticated

ceramic building and color techniques. Also includes an introduction to warm glass

techniques (fusing, carving, slumping and sandblasting). Prerequisite, 106. Maximum

enrollment, 12. Murtaugh.

313S Video Workshop. Special topics, such as video history, activism, censorship

and installation work. Emphasis on exploration of personal vision combined with

awa reness of aesthetic, s o c i a l , cultural and political history as they relate to videogr a p h y.

May be repeated for credit at increasingly advanced levels. Prerequisite, 213. Gant.

315S Drawing/Painting Workshop. Advanced problems in drawing and painting.

Concepts and material studies related to trompe l’oeil, photographic, nonrepresenta-

tional, collage and serial formats. Emphasis on creative interpretation. Prerequisite,

203 or consent of instructor. Maximum enrollment, 12. Salzillo.

3 7 7 S E l e c t r onic A r ts Wo r k s h o p . Emphasis on collaborative work among computer

musicians, digital photographers and videographers in the creation of visual/musical

works. Other projects will include transmedia installations or performance art pieces.

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Prerequisite, 302 with consent of instructors, 313 or Music 277. (Same as Music 377.)

(Offered in alternate years.) Maximum enrollment, 14. Gant and S. Pellman.

501F-502S Senior Project. A required two-term course during which the studio

art concentrator will prepare an exhibition of his or her work.The Department.

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Art History

Faculty

John C. McEnroe, Chair Special Appointment

Rand Carter Milton Bloch

Steve J. Goldberg

Deborah F. Pokinski

A concentration in art history consists of nine art history courses and at least one

course in studio art.The nine art history courses must include 2 4 8 , 254 or 258; 2 8 2 ;

2 8 5 ; 292 or 293; one 300-level cours e ; t h ree electives and a seminar taken during

either semester of the senior year. A second course in studio art may be counted as

one of the electives.

The Senior Project in art history includes an extensive research paper prepared in

connection with the senior-year seminar and its oral presentation before the depart-

ment. A complete description of the Senior Project is available in List 111.

Honors in art history will be awarded on the basis of a cumulative average of 88

or above in coursework toward the concentration and distinguished achievement on

the Senior Project.

Students planning to apply for graduate studies in the history of art are advised to

acquire or consolidate a fluency in two foreign languages. Students interested in

preparing for a professional school of architecture should consult with Professor

Carter as early as possible.

A minor in art history consists of one course in studio art and four courses in art

history, including at least one pre-modern or Asian course.

150F Architecture in History. A critical examination of the development of the

designed and built environment from the Paleolithic Period to the Industrial

Revolution, with consideration given to urban, social and landscape issues. (Writing-

intensive.) (Offered in alternate years.) Carter.

[151F] Architecture and the Environment. A critical and historical introduction

to the study of human intervention in the environment, considering such issues as

the alleviation of biological and psychological stress through architectural design,

social purpose and formal significance. Individual buildings examined in relation to

their urban and natural contexts. (Proseminar.) (Offered in alternate years.)

152F,S Proseminar in Art History. An introduction to the roles that art plays in

shaping society from ancient times to the present. Discussion and writing assignments

focusing on topics such as stereotypes, gender roles, propaganda, censorship, popular

culture, patronage, museums and the art market. (Writing-intensive.) (Proseminar.)

Open to first- and second-year students only. McEnroe (Fall); Pokinski (Spring).

154F,S Arts and Cultures of Asia. An introduction to the traditional arts of India,

China and Japan. Discussion focusing on the cultural and aesthetic values, religio-

philosophical beliefs and historical conditions informing the practice of art and its

reception within these cultures. Goldberg.

[236] Outrageous Acts: Avant-Garde Theatre and Performance Art. For full

description, see Theatre 236.

[245S] Hindu, Buddhist and Islamic Arts of India. An introduction to Hindu,

Buddhist and Islamic traditions of art and architecture in India, as well as the art and

architecture of the colonial and post-colonial periods. Prerequisite, 154 or consent of

instructor. (Offered in alternate years.)

254F Courtier, Samurai, Priest and Chonin: The Arts of Japan. A historical

examination of the social and aesthetic values and sensibilities expressed in the

indigenous arts associated with the court aristocracy, samurai warrior, Zen priest and

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chonin or tow n s m a n . Japanese material culture, including painting, c a l l i g r a p h y, s c u l pture,

architecture, gardens, kimono, ceramics and the tea ceremony. Prerequisite, 154 or

consent of instructor. Goldberg.

[257] The World of Spanish Art from the Alhambra to Guernica. For full

description, see Spanish 257.

2 5 8 S Political Power and Cultural Au t h o r i t y : The A r ts of China. A histori c a l

examination of the ethico-aesthetic, religio-philosophical and socio-political values

e x p r essed in the indigenous arts associated with the imperial court , the scholar’s studio,

the marketplace and the subtle art of dissent. Chinese material culture, including

painting, calligraphy, sculpture, ceramics, jade, ritual bronzes, architecture and silk

robes. Prerequisite, 154 or consent of instructor. Goldberg.

[ 2 5 9 F ] Defining A m e r ican A r t . The role of art and its development in the United

States between 1800 and 1950.Topics include the effects of the colonial experience,

the search for a national identity, expressions of race, class and gender, the sense of

inferiority in relation to European art, popular and vernacular art forms, and debates

over public support of the arts. Prerequisite, one course in art history or American

history. (Offered in alternate years.)

[261S] Classical Art: Inventing the Past. An examination of Mediterranean art

from the Bronze Age through the Roman Empire. Special emphasis on the archaeo-

logical discovery and reshaping of ancient art by later scholars and the concept of the

“classical.” (Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, one course in art history or classics.

(Same as Classics 261)

2 6 6 S A r t of the Islamic Wo r l d . The Near and Middle Eastern ori g i n s , the classical

inheritance, and the eastern and western diffusion of Islamic civilization. Carter.

270S Visual Culture in the Middle Ages. Visual culture before the “era of art.”

Topics include the role of images in shaping social ord e r, the holy image and ve n e r a t i o n ,

images and the written wo r d , and how attitudes towa r d medieval images have changed

over time. ( W r i t i n g - i n t e n s i ve.) Pre r e q u i s i t e , one course in art history or medieval studies.

McEnroe.

282S The Renaissance: Reframing the Golden Age. An examination and

reevaluation of Renaissance art.Topics include the relations between art and craft, the

social functions of art, gender and ethnic stereotypes. McEnroe.

285F Seventeenth-Century Art. The internationalization of Italian Renaissance

classicism in the Age of Expansion, b e g inning with its ori g ins in Rome and continu i n g

with its development in the new artistic capitals of southern, western and northern

Europe. Emphasis on major figures such as Caravaggio, Rubens, Bernini,Velasquez,

Poussin,Vermeer and Jones. Carter.

[292F] Modern Architecture: 1750 to the Present. The origins of an essentially

m o d e r n attitude towa rd arc h i t e c t u re dur ing the late 18th century and its deve l o p m e n t

in the 19th and 20th centuri e s . P re re q u i s i t e , 1 5 0 , 151 or consent of instru c t o r. (Offered

in alternate years.)

2 9 3 F M o d e r nism and Po s t m o d e r n i s m . D e velopments in European and A m e r i c a n

high art from the beginnings of Modernism through the emergence of Po s t m o d e r n i s m

at the end of the 20th century.Topics include the effects of shifting social and gender

roles on subject matter and audience, the hegemony of formalist aesthetics and avant-

g a r d i s m , the relationship between art and popular culture, and the role of art institutions.

Pokinski.

330F Art Historians and Art History. Changing interpretations of art from the

Renaissance to the present: biography, connoisseurship, formalism, iconology, feminist

and postmodern theory. (Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, one 200-level course in art

history. McEnroe.

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331F Introduction to Museum Studies. This survey introduces students to the

history of museums, types of museums and the definition of a museum.The course

explores the practical considerations and problems of museum organization, operation

and administration and the proper handling and interpretation of objects. It also

examines the philosophical basis, professional practices and ethical ramifications of

museums and their changing perceptions and obligations in our society. (Writing-

intensive.) Prerequisite, one course in art or social sciences. Bloch.

[340] The Arts of Zen Buddhism. An in-depth investigation of the rich and

d ive r se forms of artistic practice associated with Zen Buddhism, a tradition intro d u c e d

from India to China in the sixth century and transmitted to Japan at the end of the 12th

and beginning of the 13th centuri e s . Topics include Zen history, d o c t r ine and practice,

aesthetics and theory of art, symbols and metaphors, themes and genres of painting,

art of writing, architecture and gardens of Zen monasteries. (Writing-intensive.)

Prerequisite, 154, 254, 258 or consent of instructor.

350F Issues of Gender in Western Art. Topics addressing the role of gender in

the production and content of art in the Western tradition. Special attention to the

challenges facing women artists, the role of images in constructing and reinforcing

gender stereotypes, recent emphasis on the body as an expressive force and the impact

of feminist and gender-based scholarship. (Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, one art

history course or consent of instructor. (Offered in alternate years.) Pokinski.

[ 3 5 2 ] Chinese Visual Culture, 1 8 5 0 - P r e s e n t : F r om Modernization to Globali-

z a t i o n . An in-depth examination of the dramatic developments in Chinese visual

culture and the catastrophic historical circumstances that occasioned them. Focus on

cultural contact and the susceptibility of contemporary China to Western influence.

Discussion and writing assignments on such topics as early Modernist oil painting;

commercial advertisements and calendar art; Lu Xun and the Modern Woodcut

Movement; Socialist Realism and propaganda posters; avant-garde movements in the

1980s; and Cynical Realism and Political Pop after Tiananmen. (Writing-intensive.)

Prerequisite, 258 or 293.

[401F] Seminar in East Asian Art. Selected topics in Chinese and Japanese art.

(Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, one course in Asian art history or consent of

instructor.

406S Seminar in Modern Art. Topics in modern art and historiography.

Prerequisite, 293. Pokinski.

[ 4 9 1 S ] Seminar in Neo-Classicism. A rt around 1800 seen as a wa t e r shed betwe e n

Renaissance Humanism and Modernism.Topics include the reinvesting of old f o rm s

with new meanings, the re evaluation of myth and symbol, the aesthetic dilemma of

industrialization, and archaeology and the romanticization of the past and future.

(Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, 285. (Offered in alternate years.)

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Asian Studies

Faculty

Cheng Li, Acting Program Chair ( G o ve r n m e n t ) Lisa N.Trivedi (History) (F,S)

Verena K. Blechinger-Talcott (Government) Jay G.Williams (Religious Studies)

Ann Frechette (Anthropology) Thomas A . Wilson ( H i s t o r y ) (S)

Steve J. Goldberg (Art History) De Bao Xu (Chinese)

Hong Gang Jin (Chinese)

Masaaki Kamiya (Japanese) Special Appointments

Craig T. Latrell (Theatre) (S) Diane N. Fox

Kyoko Omori (Japanese) Susan E. Prill (Religious Studies)

Melek S. O r tabasi ( C o m p a r a t i v e Litera t u r e )

The Asian Studies Program offers a multidisciplinary approach to the study of the

h i s t o r i e s , c u l t u r e s , l a n g u a g e s , p o l i t i c s , philosophies and re l i g ions of several Asian societies.

A concentration in Asian studies consists of nine courses distributed among at least

three departments. These courses should be selected according to the four require-

ments listed below. Honors in Asian studies will be awarded to concentrators with at

least an 88 average in the concentration and who complete 550 with a grade of at

least A-.

A minor in Asian studies consists of five courses, including 180 and four electives

approved by the program chair.The four requirements for a concentration in Asian

studies are as follows:

1. 180F Exploring Culture in the Great Cities of Asia.

2. Asian Language: The completion of Chinese 140, Japanese 140 or an equiva-

lent course offered through Critical Languages. Students, in consultation with the

program chair, may also fulfill this requirement through appropriate language

study abroad or through an intensive summer program.

3. Core Courses: In consultation with the program chair, students design their

concentration through the completion of six courses. For each requirement

below, courses are chosen from at least two departments. Besides Asian S t u d i e s

1 8 0 , one other 100-level course may be counted towa r d the concentration.

a) Two 200-level courses devoted to a particular country: one “Culture and

History” course marked by * and one “Society and Politics” course marked by #;

b) Four courses with a primary focus either on one Asian country (China, Japan

or India) or on a theme or pro blem in several Asian countries (for instance, g e n d e r

and sexuality; visual and performing arts; religious belief and practice; politics and

nationhood; language, literature and film. Note that courses for this thematic

approach should be chosen with the guidance of a faculty advisor); two of these

should be courses at the 300 level or above, and should be in different depart m e n t s .

4. 550F,S Senior Project.

180F Exploring Culture in the Great Cities of Asia. A comparative, interdisci-

plinary exploration of Asian cultures through a study of cities in China, India a n d

Japan from early times to the 21st century.An examination of the history and g e o gr a p hy

of greater Asia, its diverse peoples and their philosophical, religious and literary tradi-

tions; their commercial practices; and their arts. (Writing-intensive) (Same as History

180.) The Program.

207F Vietnam through Film: Histories, Place and Memory. For full descrip-

tion, see Comparative Literature 207.

208S Introduction to Vietnamese Literature. For full description, see

Comparative Literature 207.

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550F,S Senior Project. Concentrators normally work with two members of the

Asian Studies Program Committee to develop an extensive, culminating pro j e c t . P r ior to

the semester of the senior pro j e c t , students are expected to attain methodological sophis-

tication in at least one discipline by completing upper-level course work in that area.

Concentrators meet together throughout the semester to discuss the projects and

present preliminary and final results to their peers. (Writing-intensive). Prerequisite,

at least one Asian studies course offered at the 300 level or above.The Program.

Among the courses in Asian studies currently offered are the following:

Anthropology

224 Peoples of Island Southeast Asia

230 Chinese Gender, Kinship and the Family #

256 The Anthropology of Tibet and the Buddhist Himalaya #

348 The Peoples of China

Art History

154 Arts and Cultures of Asia

245 Hindu, Buddhist and Islamic Arts of India *

254 Courtier, Samurai, Priest and Chonin: The Arts of Japan *

258 Political Power and Cultural Authority: The Arts of China *

266 Art of the Islamic World

340 The Arts of Zen Buddhism

352 Chinese Visual Culture, 1850-Present: From Modernization to

Globalization

401 Seminar in East Asian Art

Comparative Literature

169 Vietnam in Literature and Film

221 Survey of Japanese Literature I *

263 Deconstructing Orientalism: Representations of Japan in Popular

Culture *

277 Japanese Women Writers *

356 Japanese Film

East Asian Languages — Chinese

150 Introduction to Chinese Culture, Society and Language

200 Advanced Chinese I

205 Contemporary Chinese Cinema

210 History of Modern Chinese Literature *

215 Chinese Literature in Translation *

220 Advanced Chinese II

230 Translation Workshop

238 China’s Greatest Novel

320 Chinese Press and Television

360 Readings in Modern Chinese Literature

400 The Changing Face of China

420 Selected Readings in China’s Post-Cultural Revolution Literature

430 Masterpieces of Chinese Literature

445 Classical Chinese Language and Culture

490 Advanced Readings in Chinese Literature, History and Philosophy

East Asian Languages — Japanese

150 Introduction to Japanese Culture and Language

200-220 Advanced Japanese

221 Survey of Japanese Literature I *

235 Love, Family and Loneliness in Modern Japanese Literature *

401 Readings in Japanese

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Government

209 Politics in Japan #

211 Politics in China #

295 U.S.-China Relations

339 East Asian International Relations

History

169 Vietnam in Literature and Film

180 Exploring Culture in the Great Cities of Asia

235 Women in Modern Asia

239 The Making of Modern India, 1526-1947 *

247 “Cracking India:” H i s t o r ical and Literary Pe r s p e c t i ves on Pa r t i t i o n

270 Emperor, Courtier and Samurai in Early Japan *

285 Modernity and Nationhood in China #

333 Philosophical Masters of Ancient China

337 Seminar in Chinese Intellectual History: Confucianism

338 Seminar: Heroes and Bandits in Chinese History and Fiction

Religious Studies

105 Origins

208 The Dao and Its Power *

226 The Sikh Tradition •

285 The Wonder That Was India *

305 The World of Zen

311 Seminar in Yoga and Yogic Philosophy

315 Islamic Thought

365 Classical Indian Thought

405 Modern India and the West

425 Mahayana Buddhism

Theatre and Dance

255 Asian Theatre: The Exotic Body

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Biochemistry/Molecular Biology

Faculty

George C. Shields,Acting Chair (Chemistry)

Timothy E. Elgren (Chemistry) (F,S)

Stephen M. Festin (Biology)

Jinnie M. Garrett (Biology)

The departments of Biology and Chemistry offer an interdisciplinary concentration

in biochemistry/molecular biology.The concentration consists of 12 courses (11.5

credits), which must include 270, 321 or 322, 346; Biology 110, 111 or 115, and 248;

Chemistry 120 or 125, 190 and 255; and one additional course chosen from among

321, 322, 436, Biology 331, 336 or 357, 443 and 448. Certain courses in mathematics

and physics are prerequisites for 321 and 322. Senior concentrators must take 550 and

551 to satisfy the Senior Thesis requirement. A complete description of the senior

project is available from the departments. Honors in biochemistry/molecular biology

will be based on excellence in coursework and on the Senior Thesis.

270S Biological Chemistry. For full description, see Chemistry 270.

321F Physical Chemistry I. For full description, see Chemistry 321.

322S Physical Chemistry II. For full description, see Chemistry 322.

346F Biochemistry. For full description, see Biology 346.

[436S] Biophysical Chemistry. For full description, see Chemistry 436.

550F,S Senior Thesis I. A research project carried out in association with a faculty

member. One course credit. Must be approved by April of the junior year.The

Departments.

551F,S Senior Thesis II. A research project carried out in association with a faculty

member. Includes written and oral presentations. Prerequisite, 550. One-half course

credit.The Departments.

559F,S Senior Research Tutorial. Specialized study of topics in biochemical

research. Prerequisite, 550 and consent of instructor. One-half course credit. The

Departments.

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Biology

Faculty

Ernest H.Williams, Chair Sue Ann Miller

Stephen M. Festin William A. Pfitsch

David A. Gapp Patrick D. Reynolds

Jinnie M. Garrett

Herman K. Lehman Special Appointment

Michael L. McCormick Kenneth M. Bart

A concentration in biology consists of 9.5 credits, which must include 110, 111 or

115, 550, 551 and at least two additional courses at the 300 level or above. A com-

plete description of the Senior Thesis (550-551) is available from the department.

Concentrators must also complete Chemistry 120 (or 125) and 190, and one course,

chosen from a list provided by the department, that discusses issues in public policy

or ethics related to science or technology. A maximum of two credits may be counted

toward the concentration from study off-campus with prior departmental approval.

Students preparing for graduate studies in biology should take at least one year each

of calculus and organic chemistry and should have knowledge of a foreign language

and computing. Departmental honors are determined on the basis of distinguished

achievement in coursework and in the Senior Thesis.

A minor in biology consists of five courses, which must include 110, 111 or 115,

and at least one course at the 300 level or higher.The following courses do not count

toward a concentration or minor in biology: 120 and 150. Biology 110 and 111 are

open to juniors and seniors.

110F Principles of Biology: Organismal. The diversity of living organisms, the

structure and function of plants and animals, the ecology of populations and commu-

nities, and the process of evolution.Three hours of class and three hours of laboratory.

Gapp and Pfitsch.

1 1 1 S P r inciples of Biolog y : Cellular and Molecular. The cellular and molecular

basis of biological organization and the mechanisms of inheritance.Three hours of

class and three hours of laboratory. Festin and Garrett.

1 1 5 F B i o l o g y : Fundamentals and Fro n t i e r s . In t roduction to the study of biolog y

at the college level for students with a strong background in biology and chemistry.

I n t e n s i ve study of selected topics that illustrate the fundamental principles of, and new

developments in, the biological sciences. (Proseminar.) Three hours of class/discussion

and three hours of laboratory. Prerequisite, consent of department. Maximum enroll-

ment, 32. Lehman and Williams.

[120S] Female Biology. An opportunity for non-science majors to learn more

about themselves by engaging topics that are part of several biology courses. Selected

biological topics and concepts are considered using human and non-human female

examples.Three hours of class, discussion, presentation and some laboratory experi-

ences. Discussion of body organization is supplemented with limited dissections. May

not be counted toward the concentration or the minor.

150S Society and the Environment. For full description, see Environmental

Studies 150.

200S Scientific Digital Imaging. An introduction to digital imaging techniques

used to acquire, enhance and derive quantitative information from a variety of image

sources. Use of Adobe Photoshop and other software to produce publication quality

images and extract data from digital images.Topics include digital photogr a p hy, a r t i fact

removal, 3D rendering and quantitative analysis. Prerequisite, two science courses.

Maximum enrollment, 24. Bart.

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2 0 5 F, S I n t r oduction to Brain and Behav i o r . For full descri p t i o n , see Psycholog y

2 0 5 .

2 1 3 S M a r ine Biolog y. I n t r oduction to life in the sea. Study of marine habitats, f o o d

webs, diversity and adaptations of marine organisms, and interaction of human culture

and marine life.Three hours of class and one weekend of field work. Prerequisite,

110, 115 or consent of instructor. Maximum enrollment, 30. Reynolds.

221F Microbiology. Introduction to microorganisms, including bacteria, archaea,

single cell eukaryotes (yeast, algae, protozoa) and viruses, with an emphasis on

prokaryotic metabolism and ecology. Basic laboratory techniques, including isolation,

cultivation and identification of microbes.Three hours of class and three hours of lab-

oratory. Prerequisite, 111 or 115 and Chemistry 120 or 125, or consent of instructor.

McCormick.

222S Vertebrate Organization. Inquiry-based study of functional gross anatomy

and histology. Laboratory emphasizes dissection to understand mammalian organiza-

tion. Fresh material is the basis for some labs, and student groups study and present

non-mammalian vertebrates.Three hours of class and three hours of laboratory.

Prerequisite, 110 or 115 or consent of instructor. Miller.

228F Invertebrate Biology. Survey of animal diversity, including marine and fresh-

water fauna, parasites, insects and the origin of vertebrates. Emphasis on morphology,

physiology, ecology and evolution.Three hours of class, three hours of laboratory and

one weekend of field work. Prerequisite, 110, 115 or consent of instructor. Reynolds.

237F Ecology. The relationships among living organisms and their physical environ-

ment, population growth and regulation, interspecific interactions, community and

ecosystem structure and function, and biogeography. Prerequisite, 110, 115 or consent

of instructor.Three hours of class and three hours of laboratory or field exercises.

Maximum enrollment, 28. Pfitsch and Williams.

248S Genes and Genomes. Study of the structure and function of genetic material

using classical, molecular and genomic analyses. Consideration of the social, medical

and agricultural applications of genetic technologies.Three hours of class and three

hours of laboratory. Prerequisite, 111, 115 or consent of instructor. Maximum enroll-

ment, 32. Garrett.

260S Geomicrobiology. For full description, see Geology 260.

270S Biological Chemistry. For full description, see Chemistry 270.

290F Paleontology. For full description, see Geology 290.

330S Topics in Neuroscience Research: Neural Plasticity. For full description,

see Psychology 330.

331S Vertebrate Physiology. Fundamentals of vertebrate physiology, emphasizing

the functional and homeostatic controls that regulate nerve and muscle tissue, and the

cardiovascular, respiratory, renal and endocrine systems. (Writing-intensive.) Three

hours of class and three hours of laboratory. Prerequisite, 110 or 115 and junior

standing or consent of instructor. Gapp.

333F Vertebrate Development. Developing anatomy emphasized with integration

of molecular aspects of embryogenesis. Students prepare and present selected topics.

Laboratory emphasizes microscopy and analytical skills using amphibian, avian and

mammalian developmental anatomy with selected projects and observation of live

embryos.Three hours of class and three hours of laboratory. Prerequisite, 110, 115 or

consent of instructor. Maximum enrollment, 20. Miller.

[336F] Cell Biology. A study of eukaryotic organisms, with an emphasis on the

interrelation of structure and function, cell cycle, protein trafficking and specialized

activities of cells.Three hours of class and three hours of laboratory. Prerequisite, 111

or 115.

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[340S] Plant Physiology. The physiology of flowering plants. Includes plant

growth and development, photosynthesis, mineral nutrition, water relations and stress

physiology.Three hours of class and three hours of laboratory. Prerequisite, 111 or

115. (Offered in alternate years.)

346F Biochemistry. An advanced course in the chemistry of living systems.

Chemical composition of life, with emphasis given to proteins, carbohydrates and

lipids. Metabolic strategies and energy generation.Three hours of class and three

hours of laboratory. Prerequisite, 111 or 115 and Chemistry 190. (Same as

Biochemistry/Molecular Biology 346 and Chemistry 346.) Festin.

[349F] Transmission Electron Microscopy. The preparation of electron micro-

graphs in the study of the cellular level of biological organization and digital imaging

techniques. Prerequisite, four laboratory courses in biology. (Next offered 2005-06.)

Maximum enrollment, 6.

[352S] Scanning Electron Microscopy and X-Ray Microanalysis. Theory,

practice and application of the scanning electron microscope and energy dispersive

X-ray microanalysis to selected research projects. Prerequisite, two laboratory courses

in science. Open to juniors and seniors with consent of instructors. (Same as Geology

352.) (Next offered 2005-06.)

357S Cellular Neurobiology. A study of the fundamental functions of eukaryotic

cells.The interrelationships of cellular structure and function, the cell cycle, protein

trafficking and cellular communication will be examined through the study of neuro n s ,

the basic unit of the nervous system.Additional topics will include specialized activ i t i e s

of neurons.Three hours class and three hours of laboratory. Prerequisite, 111, 115 or

consent of instructor. (Same as Neuroscience 357.) Lehman.

[4 2 1 S ] N e u r o c h e m i s t r y. A study of the synapse, emphasizing cellular and molecular

aspects. Literature-based discussion focused on the chemical composition of a neuron,

molecular aspects of neurotransmitter release, receptors, second messengers, regulation

of gene expression and special topics of neuronal development. Prerequisite, 111, 115

or consent of instructor. (Same as Neuroscience 421.)

4 3 7 S Tropical Field Ecolog y. In-depth study of basic and applied topics in tro p i c a l

ecology including biodiversity and the structure and function of tropical ecosystems.

Three hours of class and spring-break field trip. Prerequisite, 237 or consent of

instructor. (Offered in alternate years.) Pfitsch.

438S Seminar in Biological Form. The analysis of organismal form as it relates

to physiology, ecology, biomechanics and evolution. Discussion of recent literature,

including studies of all kingdoms of life from the cellular to organismal level.Three

hours of class (lecture/discussion). Prerequisite, a 200-level biology course or consent

of instructor. Reynolds.

441S Seminar in Evolutionary Biology. Study of natural selection, behavioral

evolution, genetic variability, molecular evolution, speciation and macroevolution.

Discussion of readings from the literature. (Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, 111 or

115 and junior standing.Williams.

44 3 S Seminar in Bioinform a t i c s . Study of computer-based approaches to molecular

i nve s t i g a t i o n s : sequence va r i a t i o n , functional and comparative genomics, b i o i n f o r m a t i c s ,

and computational biolog y.T h r ee hours of literature-based discussion/lecture on curre nt

topics. Prerequisite, 336, 346 or consent of instructor. Festin.

44 5 F I n t e gr a t i ve Animal Biolog y. E vo l u t i o n a r y pers p e c t ive on the role of chemical

messengers in the regulation of animal function. Consideration of endocrine, nervous

and immune systems and the role of pheromones and allelochemicals.Three hours of

class and one hour of discussion/exercises. Prerequisite, 330, 331, 336 or consent of

instructor. (Same as Neuroscience 445.) Gapp.

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448F Seminar in Molecular Genetics. Study of the molecular mechanisms of

i n h e r itance through critical analysis of recent literature in molecular genetics. E m p h a s i s

on the scope and limitations of the genetic approach for studying biological pro c e s s e s .

Three hours of lecture/discussion. Prerequisite, 248 or consent of instructor. Garrett.

550F Senior Thesis I. An intensive library and laboratory or field research project

carried out in association with a faculty member. Prerequisite, acceptance by the

department of a written proposal.The Department.

551F,S Senior Thesis II. Completion and presentation of the senior research

project. Includes written and oral presentation. Prerequisite, 550. One-half credit.

The Department.

552F,S Senior Thesis III. A continuation of the senior research project for a more

in-depth study of special topics in biological re s e a r c h . Open to students whose pro j e c t

in 550 warrants additional investigation.To be taken concurrently with 551.

Prerequisite, 550 and consent of instructor. One-half credit.The Department.

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Chemical Physics

Faculty

George C. Shields (Chemistry)

Ann J. Silversmith (Physics)

The departments of Chemistry and Physics jointly offer a concentration in chemical

physics. The concentration consists of 10 courses in chemistry and physics, which

include Chemistry 120 or 125, 190, 321 and 322; Physics 190, 195, 290 and 295.

Students must also complete a course in research methods in one of the departments,

either Chemistry 371 or Physics 390, followed by a Senior Project, chosen in consul-

tation with the committee, in the appropriate department. Mathematics 113 and 114

are required for 200-level classes in physics and 300-level classes in chemistry. Honors

in chemical physics is based on outstanding work in courses and in the Senior Pro j e c t .

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Chemistry

Faculty

George C. Shields, Chair Special Appointments

Karen S. Brewer Charles J. Borton

Timothy E. Elgren (F,S) Shawna M. O’Neil

Robin B. Kinnel (F,S) Sue Ann Z. Senior

Karl N. Kirschner Jennifer Sturm

Ian J. Rosenstein

Stephen A.Waratuke

A concentration in chemistry may follow several tracks, depending on the goals of

the student. A concentration in chemistry requires the following courses: 120 or 125;

1 9 0 , 2 5 5 ; one additional 200-level cours e ; 321 or 322, 3 7 1 ; one additional course chosen

f rom the 300- and 400-level offeri n g s ; and 551.The A m e r ican Chemical Society (AC S )

certified concentration is designed for students who plan to pursue graduate work in

chemistry or a related science. Students should take the following courses to qualify

for the ACS certification: 120 or 125; 190, 255; one additional 200-level course; 321,

3 2 2 , 3 7 1 ; one additional course chosen from the 300- and 400-level offeri n g s ; and 551.

Two semesters of calculus and two semesters of physics (calculus-based Physics 190

and 195 are pre f e r red) are pre requisites for Chemistry 321 and 322.

Students who plan to attend graduate school in chemistry or chemically related

fields are advised to take additional courses in chemistry, biology, mathematics and

computer science.We invite all interested students to attend the departmental seminar

series, which is a part of 551 and 552. Departmental honors are determined on the

basis of distinguished coursework in chemistry and in the Senior Thesis.

A minor in chemistry consists of five courses, which must include 190, 255 and

321 or 322.The minimum requirement in chemistry for preparation for medical

school consists of 120 or 125; 190 and 255; and one additional course at the 200-leve l .

120F Principles of Chemistry. Exploration of the central principles and theories

of chemistry including stoichiometry, thermodynamics, equilibrium, reaction kinetics,

and molecular structure and bonding.Three hours of lecture and three hours of labo-

ratory. Lecture offered in two sections. Brewer.

125F Principles of Chemistry: Theory and Applications. Intended for students

with strong high school preparation and/or high motivation, this discussion-based

exploration of the central principles and theories of chemistry includes atomic theory,

periodic relationships, chemical bonding, thermodynamics, kinetics, coordination

chemistry and descriptive chemistry of metals and non-metals. Applications of chem-

istry to biochemistry and environmental chemistry are included. Discussion-based

course centered on the unifying concepts in chemistry, and the use of those concepts

to develop critical thinking skills. (Proseminar.) Three hours of class and three hours

of laboratory. Maximum enrollment, 32. Shields.

1 9 0 S Organic Chemistry I. S t ru c t u re an d bonding of organic compounds and their

acid-base pro p e r t i e s , s t e re o c h e m i s t r y, i n t r oduction to reactions and reaction mechanisms

of carbon compounds and the relationship of reactivity and structure.Three hours of

class and four hours of laboratory. Prerequisite, 120 or 125. Rosenstein and Waratuke.

255F Organic Chemistry II. Chemistry of conjugated alkenes and aromatic and

carbonyl compounds, emphasizing mechanism and synthesis; introduction to carbohy-

drate and amino acid chemistry.Three hours of class and four hours of laboratory.

Prerequisite, 190. Rosenstein and Waratuke.

26 5 S Inorganic Chemistry and Materi a l s . Topics in inorganic chemistry, i n c l u d i n g

atomic structure and periodicity of the elements, bonding and properties of solid state

m a t e r i a l s , c o o r dination chemistry, e l e c t ro c h e m i s t r y and inorganic polymers . L a b o r a t o r i e s

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emphasize synthesis and characterization of inorganic systems and measurement of

properties of inorganic materials with investigation of their applications. T h r ee hours

of lecture and three hours of laboratory. P re r e q u i s i t e , 120 or 125. B rewe r.

270S Biological Chemistry. A survey of the chemical and physical nature of

biological macromolecules, including nucleic acids, proteins, lipids and carbohydrates;

biochemistry of enzyme catalysis; bioenergetics and regulatory mechanisms. Principles

and techniques of experimental biochemistry, focusing on isolation methods and

techniques for analyzing structure and function.Three hours of class and three hours

of laboratory. Prerequisite, 190. (Same as Biochemistry/Molecular Biology 270 and

Biology 270.) Shields.

321F Physical Chemistry I. A study of the fundamental concepts and principles of

quantum chemistry.Topics include quantum mechanics and the nature of the chemical

bond; applications of molecular quantum mechanics; spectroscopy. Laboratory focuses

on experiments that lead to the development of quantum mechanics, on molecular

modeling and on spectroscopy. Laboratory includes applications to biochemistry.

Three hours of class plus laboratory. Prerequisite, 125 or 190, Mathematics 114,

Physics 105 or 195. (Same as Biochemistry/Molecular Biology 321.) Kirschner.

322S Physical Chemistry II. A study of the fundamental concepts and principles

of thermodynamics and kinetics.Topics include the laws of therm o d y n a m i c s , p re d i c t i o n

of the direction and extent of chemical reactions, equilibrium, chemical kinetics,

catalysis, reaction rate theory and photochemistry.Three hours of class plus laboratory.

Prerequisites, 125 or 190, Mathematics 114, Physics 105 or 195.The department

recommends that students take 321 prior to 322. (Same as Biochemistry/Molecular

Biology 322.) Kirschner.

346F Biochemistry. For full description, see Biology 346.

371F,S Research Methods in Chemistry. Development of laboratory skills in

several areas of chemistry through a number of intensive laboratory projects, with an

emphasis on using instrumental techniques. Exploration of synthesis, both inorganic

and organic, including handling air- and water-sensitive materials, and introduction to

the chemical literature. Application of kinetic and thermodynamic techniques. Six hours

of laboratory and one hour of class. P re r e q u i s i t e, 265 or 270. B r ewer and Wa r a t u k e.

[393F] Advanced Organic Chemistry I. Investigation of techniques of structure

proof, with an emphasis on NMR methods and mass spectrometry. Further work in

organic synthesis, with examples taken from natural products chemistry. P r e r e q u i s i t e, 2 5 5 .

412S Advanced Organic Chemistry II. Study of the techniques and theoretical

framework used to investigate reaction mechanisms.Topics include thermochemistry,

kinetics, linear free energy relationships and molecular orbital theory and symmetry.

Prerequisite, 255 and 321. Rosenstein.

423F Advanced Inorganic Chemistry. Introduction to the chemical applications

of group theory, including molecular structure and spectroscopy. Study of inorganic

and organometallic synthesis and reaction mechanisms through readings in the pri m a r y

literature. Prerequisite, 321. Brewer.

[ 4 3 6 S ] B i o p h ysical Chemistry. A study of physical chemical forces and interactions

that determine stru c t u r e s , functions and behavior of proteins and other macro m o l e c u l e s .

Discussion of spectroscopic and other physical techniques employed in studying

macromolecular structures and properties. Prerequisite, 321. (Same as Biochemistry/

Molecular Biology 436.)

551-552F,S Senior Project. An intensive research project carried out in association

with a faculty member, culminating in a thesis. P re r e q u i s i t e, 3 7 1 . Attendance at we e k l y

departmental seminars is required. Candidates for honors should elect both 551 and

552.The Department.

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Classics

Faculty

Barbara K. Gold, Chair Mark Masterson

Shelley P. Haley (S) Carl A. Rubino

Classics is the study of the languages and civilizations of ancient Greece and Rome, as

well as of related civ i l i z a t i o n s , both ancient and modern . The department offers cours e s

in ancient Greek and Latin and also in classical studies, where no knowledge of Latin

or Greek is required. Students wishing to concentrate or minor in classics may take

one of two directions.

A concentration in classical languages emphasizes work in Latin and Greek as keys

to understanding the ancient world. It requires a minimum of four full-credit courses,

at least two of which must be numbered 300 or above, in one of the two languages,

and a minimum of three full-credit courses, at least one of which must be numbered

300 or above, in the other. (With the approval of the department, exemptions to these

requirements may be made for students who come to Hamilton with substantial

p reparation in Latin or Greek.) Two courses in classical studies, in addition to Classical

Studies 550, the Senior Seminar, are also required. Finally, students concentrating in

classical languages must complete at least one course each year in Greek or Latin.

Because the language concentration requires substantial accomplishment in both

Greek and Latin, prospective concentrators entering the College with no knowledge

of those languages should make an immediate start with the prerequisite 100- and

200-level courses.

A concentration in classical studies offers a study of ancient Greece and Rome

with emphasis on only one of the languages. It requires a minimum of six courses in

classical studies, at least four of which must be numbered 200 or above and one num-

bered 300 or above, as well as at least one full-credit course numbered 300 or above

in either Latin or Greek, and Classical Studies 550, the Senior Seminar. (With the

approval of the department, certain courses in Greek or Latin may be substituted for

classical studies courses). In addition, students concentrating in classical studies must

complete at least one course each year in classical studies, Greek or Latin.

Hamilton College is a member of the Intercollegiate Center for Classical Studies

in Rome (the Centro) and of the American School of Classical Studies in Athens, and

m a n y students have also attended the College Year in A t h e n s . C o n c e n t r a t o r s and other

students trained in Latin or Greek are encouraged to spend one or two semesters of

their junior year in one of these programs in Greece or Rome or in another suitable

program abroad. Interested students should note that admission to the Intercollegiate

Center and the American School is competitive and that preparation in Latin or

Greek is an important factor in determining admission.The Nancy Bissell Turpin

Travel Fund enables the department to offer financial assistance for travel during

recesses and the summer. For further information, consult with the department.

Students who have earned a A- (90) average in the concentration may receive

honors by earning a grade of A in the Senior Seminar.A description of the program

may be obtained from any member of the classics faculty.

A minor in classical languages requires at least two courses numbered 300 or above

in Latin or Greek, as well as two courses in classical studies, one of which must be

numbered 200 or above. Because the language minor requires advanced work in

either Latin or Gre e k , i n t e r ested students entering the College without either of those

languages should make an early start with the pre r equisite 100- and 200-level cours e s .

A minor in classical studies re q u i res a minimum of five classical studies cours e s , t h r e e

of which must be numbered 200 or above, with at least one numbered 300 or above

and one year of college Latin or Greek or a grade of B or higher in a 200 or 300

level course in Latin or Greek.

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Classical Studies

[100F] Socrates, Cleopatra and the Caesars. An introduction to classical studies

and the ancient Mediterranean world that focuses on some pivotal figure s . C o n s i d e r a t i o n

of the multiple facets of ancient Mediterranean society and culture, including multi-

culturalism, race, class and gender. Attention to literature, art, religion, philosophy and

history. Readings from ancient and modern sources, and films dealing with the world

of the ancient Greeks and Romans.

110F The Civilizations of Greece and the Near East. An introduction to the

legacy of ancient Greece and the Near East through the study of history, literature,

philosophy and art. Haley.

[120F] Roman Civilization. An introduction to the history and culture of ancient

Rome. Stress on social history and basic skills in the study of history.

137F,S War and Society in the Ancient World. For full description, see History

137.

201F History of Ancient Western Philosophy. For full description, see

Philosophy 201.

2 4 0 F Classical Mytholog y. An introduction to ancient my t h o l ogy through re a d i n g s

from sources such as Gilgamesh, Egyptian mythology, Homer, Hesiod, Greek tragedy,

Herodotus, Livy, Ovid and contemporary mythmakers. Origins, creation myths,

d ivinities and hero e s , and my s t e r y re l i g i o n s . (Same as Religious Studies 240.) Masters o n .

[250S] Heroism Ancient and Modern. An examination of ancient and modern

v i ews of the hero. Consideration of Homer’s I l i a d and O dy s s e y,V e r g i l ’s A e n e i d,m o d e r n

works such as Voltaire’s Candide and films such as Shane, The Maltese Falcon, Blade

Runner, Joan the Maid and the Star Wars series.

260S Power and Corruption in Ancient Rome. An examination of personal

and political corruption in ancient Rome, with particular attention to the manner in

which it is depicted by writers such as Sallust, Livy, Horace,Tacitus and Juvenal. Some

attention to depictions of corruption in modern America, especially to Robert Caro’s

portrayals of Robert Moses and Lyndon Johnson. Rubino.

[ 2 6 1 S ] Classical A r t : I nventing the Pa s t . For full descri p t i o n , see A r t History 261.

[280S] Ancient Comedy. Readings of Greek and Roman comedies in English

translation: Aristophanes, Plautus,Terence, Lucian, Apulieus, mime. Discussions of why

and for whom comedy is funny, comedic perspective, theories of humor, roles of

women and slaves in comedy, cultural values, themes and plots, history of comedy,

staging and theatrical technique. May also include class production of a play.

[291] Rome in the Ancient World. For full description, see History 291.

312S Sex and Gender in Greece and Rome. An exploration of ancient ideas

about sex, gender and identity through the study of literature, p h i l o s o p h y and scientific

w r i t i n g . Readings stretching from Homer to the rise of Chri s t i a n i t y, with consideration

of critical literature on ancient views. Attention to contemporary conceptions of sex

and gender. P r e re q u i s i t e , one course in Latin, G r e e k , classical studies or wo m e n ’s studies.

(Same as Women’s Studies 312.) Masterson.

[320F] The Romans on Film. Critical examination of films such as Spartacus,

Julius Caesar, The Last Temptation of Christ, Ben Hur, I Claudius, Fellini Satyricon, The

Fall of the Roman Empire and G l a d i a t o r.Readings from ancient wri t e rs such as Plutarc h,

Tacitus and Suetonius, as well as from selected modern sources. Prerequisite, one

course in Latin, Greek or classical studies. Not open to students who have taken 230.

[340S] Women in Antiquity. An examination of women’s roles in the ancient

world through various sources: history, archaeology, law, literature and art. Covers the

period from ancient Egypt and early Greece through classical Greece and down to

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Rome, and traces the shifts in attitudes during these periods. (Writing-intensive.)

Prerequisite, one course in Latin, Greek, classical studies or women’s studies.

[341S] Women, Gender, and Power in Ancient Egypt and Greece. An inter-

disciplinary study of the varying degrees and types of power available to women in

ancient Egypt and Gre e c e. Students will analyze evidence from art , a r c h a e o l o g y, c l a s s i c a l

li t e r a t u re, h i s t o r y, and sociology to interp r et the social construction of race, g e n d e r , c l a s s

and sexuality in these ancient societies. (Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, one course

in Latin, G re e k , classical studies or women’s studies. (Same as Wo m e n ’s Studies 341.)

[342S] Women, Gender and Power in Ancient Rome and Byzantium. An

interdisciplinary study of the women of ancient Rome and Byzantium. Students will

analyze evidence from art, archaeology, classical literature, history and sociology to

interpret the social construction of race, gender, class and sexuality in these ancient

societies. From the empress to her freedwoman, the good wife to the prostitute, the

midwife to the scholar, the course will encourage students to uncover women’s

authentic voices. (Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, one course in Latin, Greek, classical

studies or women’s studies. (Same as Women’s Studies 342.)

[350S] Ethics and Politics in Ancient Greece and Rome. A study of Greek

and Roman attitudes towa rd the question of private and public behav i o r , c o n c e n t r a t i n g

on such topics as the meaning of success, the use of power, the function of language

in political life, the relationship between the individual and the state, and the role of

the state in regulating behav i o r . C o n t e m p o r a ry applications. Readings from T h u c y d i d e s ,

Plato, Aristotle, Cicero, Sallust and Tacitus. Prerequisite, one course in Latin, Greek,

classical studies, political theory, philosophy or consent of instructor. (Same as

Government 350.)

[ 3 7 4 F ] Ancient Egypt. A study of the history of ancient Egypt and of its interaction

with other ancient African kingdoms, including Nubia, Kush and Punt. Examination

of Egypt’s prehistory, language, social and gender relations, and cultural development.

(Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, 240 or Africana Studies 101.

550S Senior Seminar. Topics to be arranged. Open only to senior concentrators.

The Department.

Greek

110F Elementary Greek I. An introduction to the language and culture of Greece

and the ancient Mediterranean.Thorough grounding in the grammar, syntax and

vocabulary of ancient Greek. Reading and discussion of elementary passages from

classical or New Testament Greek that cast light on ancient Mediterranean society

and culture. For those with no previous knowledge of Greek. (Proseminar.) Three

class meetings a week, in addition to a drill session. Masterson.

1 2 0 S E l e m e n t a r y Greek II. C o n t i nuation of Greek 110. F u r ther study of gr a m m a r,

syntax and vo c a bu l a ry, accompanied by reading and discussion of passages from classical

or New Testament Greek that cast light on ancient Mediterranean society and culture.

For students who have completed Greek 110 or those who have had some Greek but

re q u i re rev i e w. ( P r o s e m i n a r.) T h r ee class meetings a we e k , in addition to a drill session.

Masterson.

210F The World of Greece and the Ancient Mediterranean. Reading and dis-

cussion, with grammar review, of intermediate-level passages from classical, Hellenistic

or New Testament Greek selected to illuminate the history, society and culture of

Greece and the ancient Mediterranean. Readings from the New Testament and from

writers such as Xenophon and Lucian. (Proseminar.) Prerequisite, 120 or equivalent.

(Same as Religious Studies 210.) Rubino.

[340S] Homer and the Greek Hero. Reading from Homer’s Iliad and Odyssey in

the original Greek. Consideration of the Greek concept of heroism and the role of

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epic poetry, with attention to the society and culture of the Homeric world.

Prerequisite, 210 or equivalent.

[350S] The Greek Historians. The story of ancient Greece as told in the words of

the Greeks themselves. Readings, in the original Greek, from Herodotus,Thucydides

and Xenophon. Attention to the wider issues of ancient Mediterranean society and

culture. Prerequisite, 210 or equivalent.

3 6 0 S G r eek Drama. R e a d i n g s , in the ori g inal Gre e k , f r om the tragedians A e s c h y l u s ,

Sophocles and Euripides and from the comic play w r ights A r istophanes and Menander.

Attention to matters such as the role of women and slaves, social and cultural values,

and theories of tragedy and comedy. Prerequisite, 210 or equivalent. Gold.

390F Ancient Greek Society and Culture. Reading and discussion of original

G reek texts that cast light on the history, society and culture of Greece and the ancient

Mediterranean.Authors and topics vary; may be repeated for credit. Prerequisite, 210

or equivalent. Rubino.

Latin

110F Elementary Latin I. An introduction to the language and culture of ancient

Rome.Thorough grounding in Latin grammar, syntax and vocabulary. Reading and

discussion of elementary passages that cast light on the society and culture of ancient

Rome and its empire. For those with no previous knowledge of Latin.Three class

meetings a week, in addition to a drill session. Rubino.

120S Elementary Latin II. Continuation of Latin 110. Further study of grammar,

syntax and vocabulary, accompanied by reading and discussion of passages that cast

light on the society and culture of ancient Rome and its empire. For students who

have completed Latin 110 or those who have had some Latin but require review.

Three class meetings a week, in addition to a drill session. Rubino.

210F The World of Ancient Rome. Reading and discussion, with grammar

review, of intermediate-level Latin passages selected to illuminate the history, society

and culture of ancient Rome and its empire. Readings from writers such as Caesar,

Cicero, Sallust, Catullus, Ovid and Martial. (Proseminar.) Prerequisite, 120 or equiva-

lent. Masterson.

[340S] The Roman Hero. Readings, in the original Latin, from Vergil’s Aeneid and

other Roman epics. Consideration of the nature of heroism and epic poetry, with

attention to the history, society and culture of the Roman world. Prerequisite, 210 or

equivalent.

[350S] The Roman Historians. The story of ancient Rome and its empire as told

in the words of the Romans themselves. Readings, in the original Latin, from Sallust,

Livy, Tacitus and other historians. Prerequisite, 210 or equivalent.

3 6 0 S The Literature of Love and Desire. R e a d i n g s , in the ori ginal Latin, f rom the

love poetry of Catullus,Ve r g i l , H o r a c e ,T i b u l l u s , P r o p e rti us and Ovid.Attention to Gre e k

influences on Roman love poetry, to its Roman context and to the Roman influence

of subsequent notions of love and erotic poetry. P r e re q u i s i t e , 210 or equiva l e n t . R u b i n o.

[370F] Letters, Society and History. Readings, in the original Latin, from the

letters of such writers as Cicero, Pliny and Seneca. Attention to the ways in which

those letters cast light on Roman society and the movement of history. Prerequisite,

210 or equivalent.

390F Roman Society and Culture. Reading and discussion of original Latin texts

that cast light on the history, society and culture of Rome and the ancient

Mediterranean.Authors and topics vary; may be repeated for credit. Prerequisite, 210

or equivalent. Haley.

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College Courses

College Courses are essentially interd i s c i p l i n a r y or substantially outside the continu i n g

curriculum of any department or program.

1 3 0 F Coming of A g e in A m e r i c a : N a r r a t i ves of Differe n c e . An interd i s c i p l i n a r y

analysis of what it means to come of age as an “American.” Particular attention paid

to factors of culture, race, class, gender, disability and sexual orientation. Discussion

based on the ways in which different fields – the arts, humanities, social sciences and

sciences – define and present youth and Americanness. (Writing-intensive.)

(Proseminar.) Open to first-year students only. Group attendance at lectures, films,

campus events required. Maximum enrollment, 16. Gane, Orvis and N. Rabinowitz.

300S The Art of the Cinema. Classic foreign and American films from the silent

days to the present for viewing and analysis. Discussion of historical, aesthetic and

theoretical questions. Primary focus on how films communicate visually.Three hours

of class and screenings of two films a we e k . Open to juniors and seniors only. P. O ’ N e i l l .

322S Cultural Simulation Seminar. Construction of a “working model” of a

mission to establish a “ s e t t l e m e n t ” in Near Space, re c o rding the pro c e s s , then pro d u c i n g

finished documentation and a major summary paper for dissemination. Prerequisite,

consent of instructor. Raybeck.

396F Hamilton in New York City: Independent Project on Global Finance.

A paper that integrates classroom learning in the topics and issues cours e, with learn i n g

in the internship. Prospectus and early drafts reviewed by the director in individual

tutorials. Maximum enrollment, 16. E. Balkan.

3 9 7 F, S Hamilton in New York City: I n t e r n s h i p. I n t e r nship with firm , o r g a n i z a t i o n ,

agency or advocacy group appropriate to the theme of the semester. Does not count

toward concentration credit. E. Balkan (Fall); Rutz (Spring).

3 9 8 F,S Hamilton In New York City: Seminar in Global Pro c e s s e s . Fo u n d a t i o n a l

course of the Program in New York City. Perspectives on the influence of global

markets, transnational culture and political forces on contemporary life. Organized

around readings, student debates, guest discussion leaders and field trips within New

York City. Does not count towa r d concentration cre d i t . E . Balkan (Fall); Rutz (Spri n g ) .

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Communication

Faculty

Catherine W. Phelan, Chair Special Appointment

John C. Adams Robert C. Del Buono

Communication investigates the ways in which people co-create and employ shared

meanings. Focusing on diverse contexts such as group discussion, public discourse

and media studies, courses in the department investigate the complex ways in which

c o m munication influences not only indiv i d u a l s , but commu n i t i e s , institutions and culture.

A concentration in communication* consists of 11 courses: five core courses, three

electives in communication (one of which must be above the 200 level) and a cluster

of three cognate courses from other disciplines.The core courses are 101, 210, 302,

355 and the senior project. Cognate courses must be above the 100 level and cannot

count toward a second concentration or a minor. During the first semester of their

junior year, students will provide their advisor with a written rationale that supports

their selection of cognate courses and explains how those courses enrich their study

of communication.

Honors in communication will be awarded based on a cumulative record of 90

or above in all courses counting toward the concentration, as well as distinguished

performance on the senior project.

A minor in communication consists of five communication courses, comprised of

101 and 210 and three additional communication courses, one of which must be

above the 200 level.

For the Class of 2005, the department contributes to a concentration and a

minor in communication studies. See “Communication Studies” for the appropriate

requirements.

*Application has been made to the New York State Education Department for

approval of a concentration in Communication, and that application is currently

under review.

101F,S Introduction to Communication. An introduction to the study of com-

munication.This course investigates the taken-for-granted practices that constitute

verbal and nonverbal interaction, the social construction of identity and the shared

creation of meaning.Theoretical examples draw on diverse communication practices

that shape one’s view of self and other.Adams and Phelan.

202F Explorations in Communication. An exploration of the fundamental ques-

tions regarding how human communication differs from the communication of other

l i ving cre a t u re s . D r awing on key questions from the communication discipline, s t u d e n t s

work collaboratively to discover what it is that makes humans unique. Readings

incorporate articles on human communication and scientific studies on wolves, frogs,

chimps, bees, elephants, among others. (Writing-intensive.) (Proseminar.) Not open to

students who have taken 102. Phelan.

210F,S Rhetorical Act. Study and application of rhetorical principles and concepts

that guide the creation and delivery of effective speech. Students deliver and critique

speeches demonstrating their understanding of structural and aesthetic components of

oral discourse, presentation strategies for diverse purposes and audiences, verbal and

nonverbal immediacy. Not open to students who have taken 110. Maximum enroll-

ment, 18. Del Buono.

2 2 2 S I n t e r p e rsonal Commu n i c a t i o n . C ove rs dynamics of relationship deve l o p m e n t ,

negotiation and construction of shared meaning, self concept and conflict management.

Students study theory and engage in discussion and exercises designed to enhance

their effectiveness in interpersonal communication and their understanding of its

theoretical underpinnings. Prerequisite, 101 or consent of instructor.Adams.

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230S Small-Group Communication. Overviews current research investigating

communicative practices involved in identifying, maintaining and negotiating small

group communication in a variety of settings.Topics include principles of effective

group decision making, role emergence, l e a d e rs h i p, gro u p t h i n k , functional components

of the evolution of group identities.The Department.

[ 2 5 8 S ] N o n verbal Communication and Social Interaction. For full descri p t i o n,

see Anthropology 258.

[280] Conflict Mediation. Examines the nature of conflict in American life and

offers alternatives to adversarial practices. Emphasizes individualistic and collectivistic

perspectives, drawing on cross-cultural examples of mediation. Exploration of crucial

role of conflict in communication. Hypothetical scenarios require students to mediate

conflicting needs of dive rse part i c i p a n t s . P r e re q u i s i t e , 101 or consent of instru c t o r.

302F Communication Theory. Study of theoretical perspectives and conceptual

f r a m e works underpinning the study of commu n i c a t i o n . C u r rent theories are rev i e we d ,

discussed and applied to in-class exercises, weekly papers and the production of

research project proposals. (Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, 101 or consent of

instructor. Adams.

[3 1 0 ] Media Fo r m and T h e o r y. I n vestigates the impact of mass media on A m e r i c a n

society in order to more clearly understand the pro blems of living in a world dominated

by media technology. Examines relationships between various components of the

media process, focusing on how media alters our understanding of politics, persons

and communities.

[312] Argumentation and Advocacy. Introduction to the theory and practice of

formal and informal argument; its cultural and historical foundations; and its role in

the pursuit of significant social, political and philosophical aims such as knowledge,

truth, justice and equity. Includes the analysis, criticism, and production of formal and

informal arguments. Prerequisite, 101 or 210.

[3 4 1 ] Organizational Commu n i c a t i o n . S u rvey, analysis and application of curre n t

theory and research on communication in organizations. Study of the effect of com-

munication on member satisfaction and productivity.Topics include communication

structures, functions and contexts in organizations. Development of diagnostic a n d

eva l u a t i ve instru m e n t s . ( W r i t i n g - i n t e n s ive.) Pre r e q u i s i t e, 101 or 230 re c o m m e n d e d .

355S Methods of Communication Research. Overview of humanistic and social

scientific methods of communication research. Includes study of critical, historical,

d e s c r i p t ive and quantitative methods. Students re a d , analyze and evaluate re p re s e n t a t i ve

c o m m unication re s e a r ch and apply selected methods to re s e a r ch assignments. R e l eva n t

for students planning senior pro j e c t s . P r e re q u i s i t e, 101 or consent of instru c t o r. P h e l a n .

[360] Communication Ethics. Examines the intersection of ethics and communi-

c a t i o n . Focuses on the roles of rhetoric and argumentation in the practice of case ethics.

Students analyze and critically evaluate speeches from ethical positions and produce

discourses developed by the application of principles of casuistry.Topics include utili-

tarian, deontological and virtue-based approaches to communication ethics as well as

the ethics of lying.

[365] Persuasion. Study of the ways people co-create meanings and influence each

other through the strategic use and misuse of symbols. Includes the study of message-

and audience-centered theories of persuasion, propaganda, persuasion’s place in

democratic societies, and the roles of reason and emotion in the persuasion process.

Students critique and produce pers u a s ive discourses including public service announce-

m e n t s , political speeches, advertisements and news reports. Prerequisite, 101 or 210.

425F Speech Writing. A studio-centered course covering ethics of speech writing,

crafting speeches to suit a client’s character, figurative language as argument, nature

and function of ceremonial address. Students study model speeches and write four

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speeches: commencement, dedication, acceptance, eulogy and “apologia.” Prerequisite,

110 or consent of instructor. Maximum enrollment, 12. Adams.

450F First Amendment: Freedom of Speech. Detailed investigation of the first

amendment. Study of case law which has contributed to the creation of a unique

American perspective on the role of speech in a free society. Exploration of historical

origins of the first amendment, political consequence and technological constraints.

Legal distinctions re g a rding pri n t , b roadcast and electronic media focus on implications

for the 21st century. Phelan.

[451] Seminar: Communication, Technology and Society. Theoretical analysis

of how communication technology alters social construction of time, s p a c e , c o m m u n i t y

and identity. Readings detail historical precedents in order to address future implications

of emergi n g technologies. Prerequisite, 310 or consent of instructor.

452S History and Philosophy of Rhetoric. Examines rhetoric’s key treatises and

scholarly essays, as well as central issues in rhetoric’s recurrent movement to and from

the center and margins of Western thought. Begins with the study of Greek and

Roman authors and ends with a consideration of the contemporary neo-sophistic

movement and the rhetoric of inquiry. (Writing-intensive.) Adams.

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Communication Studies

Faculty

Bonnie Urciuoli, Chair (Anthropology) Special Appointment

Catherine W. Phelan (Communication) Susan A. Mason (Oral Communication)

N o t e : B e g inning with the Class of 2006, this concentration will no longer be ava i l a b l e.

The interdisciplinary Communication Studies Program examines communication

processes from several perspectives, including social structure, cultural and symbolic

systems, linguistic principles and effective practices of communication.To this end, the

concentration integrates coursework from rhetoric and communication, anthropology

and other disciplines. A concentration in communication studies consists of eight

co u rses and a Senior Pro j e c t . The re q u i red courses are A n t h r o p o l ogy 125 and C o m m u n i-

cation 1 0 1 , A n t h r o p o l o gy 270, C o m m u n i c a t i o n 302 and four other courses, two of

which must be at the 300 or 400 level. Only one other 100-level course counts

toward the concentration. Students must complete the required 100-level courses

before their senior year. Students must complete all required courses prior to the

beginning of the Senior Project.The Senior Project consists of one semester of

applied research, textual analysis or ethnographic work culminating in a thesis, a paper

or pre s e n t a t i o n , or a pro d u c t i o n . H o n o r s will be awa r ded on the basis of a 90 ave r a g e

in program courses and a superior Senior Pro j e c t .

A minor in communication studies consists of five cours e s , including A n t h r o p o l og y

125 or Communication 101, and Communication 302.

Students interested in communication studies should consult a member of the

program committee listed above. Courses for the concentration or the minor may be

chosen from among the following.

501F,S Senior Project. A project limited to senior concentrators in communication

studies, resulting in a thesis, a paper or presentation, or a production.The Program.

Anthropology

125 Language and Culture

201 Linguistic Theory: A Brief History

225 Phonetics and Phonology: The Analysis of Sound

258 Nonverbal Communication and Social Interaction

270 The Ethnography of Communication

360 U.S. Discourses I: Race, Ethnicity and Class

361 U.S. Discourses II: Science, Technology and Gender

Communication

101 Introduction to Communication

210 Rhetorical Act

222 Interpersonal Communication

230 Small-Group Communication

280 Conflict Mediation

302 Communication Theory

310 Media Form and Theory

341 Organizational Communication

360 Communication Ethics

450 First Amendment: Freedom of Speech

English

293 The Making of English

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Comparative Literature

Faculty

Peter J. Rabinowitz, Chair Nancy Sorkin Rabinowitz

Melek S. Ortabasi Carol Schreier Rupprecht (S)

A concentration in comparative literature consists of nine courses, including five

designated as comparative literature, t wo in a national literature in the ori ginal language

(e.g., Chinese, Russian, Greek) and two in either a second national literature in the

o r i g inal language or in linguistics selected in consultation with a departmental advisor.

Students pursuing the linguistics option must complete study in a foreign language to

the 140 level or equiva l e n t . All concentrators are re q u i r ed to take 211 or 212, and 297,

and all senior concentrators will take part in a Senior Program in which 500 (Senior

Seminar) is re q u i red and 550 (Senior Project) is re c o m m e n d e d . A complete descri p t i o n

of the Senior Program is ava i l a ble from the department chair. Only one 100-level cours e

may be counted toward the concentration. It is to the student’s advantage to begin

foreign language study early; those planning graduate work in literature are urged to

t a ke two additional courses in a national literature and to study two foreign languages.

Honors in comparative literature will be awarded on the basis of a cumulative

re c o rd of 90 or above in all courses counting towa rd the major, as well as distinguished

performance in 550.

A minor consists of five cours e s , including either 211, 212 or 297; t wo other cours e s

designated as comparative literature; and two other courses in comparative, English or

f o reign literature, or linguistics. Only two 100-level courses may be counted toward

the minor.

M a n y courses at the 200-level are open to seniors without pre r e q u i s i t e s . For details,

see the specific descriptions below.

14 2 S Twentieth-Century Fiction. Organized chronologically for the most part,

and involving such issues as sexuality, colonialism and racism. Readings drawn from

high art, not popular culture, including such authors as James, Kafka, Puig,Woolf,

Duras and Valenzuela. (Writing-intensive.) (Proseminar.) N. Rabinowitz.

[151S] Dreams and Literature. Explores literary texts presented as dreams (the

Old English “Dream of the Rood”) and dreams occurring within literary texts

(Bao-yu’s dream in The Dream of the Red Chamber/The Story of the Stone; the Cave

of Montesinos episode in Don Quixote). Attention is paid to the way language and

meaning are constructed, and complicated, when “reality,” fiction and dream intersect,

as well as to the cultural, legal, political, religious and social contexts in which dream

and literary interpretation occur. Readings in dream theory from ancient times to the

present. (Proseminar.)

152F Literature and Ethics. Study of literature as a vehicle for moral and political

c o n c e r ns and of the ways that literature shapes its re a d e r s . Special emphasis on popular

literature, feminist criticism and the problems raised by censorship and pornography.

Selected novels and plays by such writers as Ibsen, Dostoevsky,Tolstoy, Hemingway,

Wright, Highsmith, Doris Lessing, Burgess and others. (Writing-intensive.)

(Proseminar.) P. Rabinowitz.

[158S] Music and Literature. Explorations of the connections between music and

literature, including examination of hybrid works that bridge the two arts (such as

fiction about music and musical settings of literary texts) and study of the overlap

between musical and literary structures. Emphasis on music of the Western classical

tradition.Works include operas, symphonic poems, songs and literary works by such

composers and writers as Tchaikovsky, Strauss, Berg,Tolstoy,Wilde, Cain, Proust,

Cather and Burgess. (Writing-intensive.)

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[169F] Vietnam in Literature and Film. Study of literature and films on

Vietnam, from the colonial period through the Vietnam War to the present.Works

studied, byVietnamese, French, British and American writers, include the epic poem

The Tale of Kieu; books by Graham Greene, Marguerite Duras, Michael Herr, Neil

Sheehan, Robert Olen Butler, Bao Ninh and Duong Thu Huong; and the films

Apocalypse Now, Indochine and The Lover. (Writing-intensive.)

190F Writing in Comparative Literature: Fiction and Identity. Discussion of

literature as the key to understanding, and even creating, personal and communal

identity. Exploration of diverse ways in which narrative allows for challenging and

reformulating definitions of identity. Primary focus on developing and improving

critical and comparative essay-writing skills. Emphasis on in-class debate, peer collab-

oration and writing workshops. Featured texts include Japanese writer Jun’ichirô

Tanizaki’s Some Prefer Nettles, as well as underground comic artist Art Spiegelman’s

Maus I. Films include Smoke Signals and Bend It Like Beckham. (Writing-intensive.)

(Proseminar.) Ortabasi.

207F Vietnam through Film: Histories, Place and Memory. Critical examina-

tion of the role of Vietnamese film in reflecting and shaping popular memory and

conceptions of history and culture. Students engage the perspectives of film makers

and writers to raise questions about their own understanding of Vietnamese history as

well as popular Vietnamese understanding of their own past. One film each week and

short critical essays based on critical literature. (Writing intensive.) Prerequisite, one

course in literature, history or Asian studies. (Same as Asian Studies 207 and History

207.) Fox.

208S Introduction to Vietnamese Literature. Vietnamese literature from the

semi-mythic folktales of the Hung Kings to the present. Readings include traditional

poetry during the 1,000-year period of Chinese dominance and 900-year era of

Vietnamese independence; the 19th-century epic masterpiece Tale of Kieu; and litera-

ture from the periods of the French colonial occupation, the American war years and

the post-war era. Consideration of social and historical contexts of Vietnamese literature.

(Writing-intensive.) (Same as Asian Studies 208.) Fox.

2 1 1 F Readings in World Literature I. E x p l o res strategies for reading in translation

and across distances in time and differences in cultures with texts ranging from clay

tablets and papyrus rolls to printed play scripts of the 17th century. Selected texts will

likely include lyric poetry (by Sappho, Juan de la Cruz), narrative poetry (Sumerian

I n a n n a , D a n t e ’s “ I n f e r n o ” ) , p r ose narr a t i ve (Afro-Arab “Romance of A n t a r,” M u r a s a k i ’s

The Tale of Genji) , drama (The Peony Pa v i l i o n,S h a k e s p e a re ’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream),

essays, letters, tales and mixed genres. (Writing-intensive.) Maximum enrollment, 20.

Rupprecht.

212S Readings in World Literature II. Comparative study of representative texts

in world literature from 1800 to the pre s e n t , including nove l s , s h o r t fiction, d r a m a , e s s a y s

and poetry. Pa r ticular attention paid to the role of literature in creating nationhood,

with an emphasis on how the modern self is constructed and explored through narr a-

t i ve technique. Readings to include works by such authors as Flaubert (France),Twain

(USA),Tolstoy (Russia), Brontë (Great Britain), Ibsen (Norway), Rizal (Philippines),

Mann (Germany), Sôseki (Japan), Devi (India), García Márquez (Colombia) and

Achebe (Nigeria). (Writing-intensive.) May be taken without 211. N. Rabinowitz.

[213] Introduction to U.S. Latino/a Literatures. For full description, see

Spanish 213.

[215F] Chinese Literature in Translation. For full description, see Chinese 215.

221F Survey of Japanese Literature I. An introduction to Japanese literature from

the seventh to the late 19th century.Though diverse in character, literature from this

extended period is generally designated as “premodern.”The course examines the

earliest written re c o r ds in Ja p a n , the tradition of courtly poetry and diary l i t e r a t u re, t h e

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n a t ive storytelling tradition, wa r rior epics, the boom in popular literature that charac-

terized late feudal society, as well as other historical genres and their continued

influence on modern Japanese literature and culture. (Same as Japanese 221.) Ort a b a s i .

225S Madness, Murder and Mayhem: Nineteenth-Century Russian

Literature. For full description, see Russian Studies 225.

[226S] Sex, Death and Revolution: Twentieth-Century Russian Art and

Literature. For full description, see Russian Studies 226.

[234S] The Wilderness in Words/Adirondack Adventure II. Expository w r i t-

ing course based on the study of nature and the env i r onment in the A d i r o n d a c k Pa r k

of New York State. Goals include using wo r ds to explore the wilderness and inve s t i g a t i n g

the semantic wilderness within all words. Readings drawn from essays, poetry and

f i c t i o n ; n ewspaper columns, e d i t o r ials and letters ; d i a r i e s , j o u r nals and corre s p o n d e n c e ,

both published and unpublished; Federal and New York State g ove r nment and priva t e

agency re p o rt s ; organization bro c h u r es and Web sites; magazines and newsletters.Weekly

writing assignments. (Writing-intensive.) (Proseminar.) Not open to seniors.

235S Love, Family and Loneliness in Modern Japanese Literature. For full

description, see Japanese 235.

238F China’s Greatest Novel. For full description, see Chinese 238.

[249S] Facing Reality: A History of Documentary Cinema. The history of

cinema as representation and interpretation of “reality,” focusing on masterworks of

nonfiction film and video from a variety of periods and geographic locales. Emphasis

on the ways in which films about “reality” can subvert viewers’ conventional expecta-

tions and their personal security. Forms and themes to be discussed include the City

Symphony, ethnographic documentary, propaganda, cinema verite, cinema as witness,

personal documentary, the nature film and post-realist cinema. (Writing-intensive.)

255F The Marrow of African-American Literature. For full description, see

English 255.

2 5 8 S O p e r a . Study of literary and musical dimensions of operas by major composers

from Monteverdi and Mozart to the present. Emphasis on the transformation of inde-

pendent texts into librettos and the effects of music as it reflects language and dramatic

a c t i o n . Includes such works as O r f e o, The Marriage of Figaro, O t e l l o , The Tu r n of the Screw

and Candide. Prerequisite, two courses in literature or two in music or one in each

field, or consent of instructors. (Same as Music 258 and Sophomore Seminar 258.)

(Offered in alternate years.) Maximum enrollment, 12. Hamessley and P. Rabinowitz.

[263F] Deconstructing Orientalism: Representations of Japan in Popular

Culture. Progressing chronologically through Japan’s modern period, an examination

of a variety of popular culture to discover how art, literature, performance and film

have shaped (mis)understanding of Japan’s people and culture. From Gilbert and

Sullivan’s 1885 comic opera, The Mikado, to Ridley Scott’s 1982 film, Blade Runner,

Japan has repeatedly been represented as an exotic and often incomprehensible

“other.” Explores why this stereotype developed and how it can be deconstructed.

(Same as Japanese 263.)

[277F] Japanese Women Writers. Survey and critical reading of short fiction and

novels by women from Japan’s modern period (1868-present). Discussion of historical

b a c k g round and contri bution of these wri t e r s to the development of modern Ja p a n e s e

literature. Particular attention paid to representation of women, their changing roles

in Japanese society and their relationships with themselves and others . A u t h o r s include

Higuchi Ichiyô,Yosano Akiko, Uno Chiyo, Nogami Yaeko, Enchi Fumiko,Tsushima

Yûko,Yamada Eimi and Yoshimoto Banana, among others.

278F The Straight Story?: Rethinking the Romance. A study of the ways in

which various forms of sexual desire drive the plot of literary works. In particular,

how authors have used, manipulated and resisted the marriage plot for a variety of

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aesthetic and political ends. Special attention to works by gay and lesbian authors.

Readings, which include works of theory as well as imaginative texts, to include

works by such authors as Richardson, Balzac, Proust, Zola,Wilde, Moraga, Baldwin.

(Same as Women’s Studies 278.) N. Rabinowitz.

282S New Literatures in English. For full description, see English 282.

[285F] Detective Story, Tradition and Experiment. Survey of a broad range of

works, both “popular” and “serious,” showing the continual renewal of the genre

through the manipulation of conventional elements to produce new effects and to

argue a variety of positions. Includes readings from Sophocles, Dostoevsky, Christie,

Faulkner, Hammett, Chandler, Nabokov, Robbe-Grillet, Borges, Butor, Stoppard,

Cortázar and others. Prerequisite, one course in literature. (Same as English 285.)

292S New York/New France: French Travel Narratives in North America.

For full description, see French 292.

297S Introduction to Literary Theory. Exploration of the kinds of questions

that can be asked about literary texts in themselves, and in relation to the cultural and

h i s t o r ical contexts in which they are written and re a d . Readings include poetry, f i c t i o n

and theoretical essays. Focus is on the development of critical theory in the 20th

century, with an emphasis on how different schools of thought have affected each

other and the texts we re a d . P re re q u i s i t e , t w o courses in literature. Open to sophomore s ,

juniors and seniors only. (Same as English 297.) Ortabasi.

[298S] Literature and Technology: Media and Their Transformations in the

Digital Age. Examines the transformations of literature and culture from the age of

mechanical reproduction to the present.We will survey new technologies and their

effects on print, film, broadcast,Web and other media, concluding with an exploration

of popular culture and artistic transformations in the digital age. Readings by Benjamin,

Adorno, Barthes, Eco, Baudrillard, Hakim Bey, Haraway, Hayles, Gibson and DeLillo.

(Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, one course in literature or consent of instructor.

[3 1 5 F ] L i t e r a r y T h e o r y and Literary Study. For full descri p t i o n , see English 315.

[319F] Text/Image in Cinema. Focus on the ways in which the histories of film

and literature have intersected. Discussion of implications of adapting narrative and

dramatic fiction to the screen.We will also evoke the history of the use of visual text

in film — in titles, intertitles, subtitles, credits — as a background for exploration of

the wide range of creative uses of visual text evident in the work of independent

filmmakers. Filmmaker guests will be invited to talk about their work. (Writing-

intensive.) Prerequisite, one course in either literature or film.

[324S] Romance and Religion in Medieval European Literature. An intro-

duction to medieval romance and contemporary critical approaches to the genre,

followed by an examination of how religious texts of the same period adopted and

adapted romance conventions and narrative structures. Readings will include such

texts as romances by Chrétien de Troyes, Marie de France, Boccaccio and Chaucer;

selections from Malory’s Le Morte D’Arthur; The Book of Margery Kempe; and saints’

lives from The Golden Legend. (Writing-intensive.) (Same as English 324 and

Religious Studies 324.)

338F Seminar: Heroes and Bandits in Chinese History and Fiction. For full

description, see History 338.

[345S] Modern European and American Drama. A study of modern drama as

literary and social text, with special attention to issues of class and gender as they

developed in the 19th and 20th centuries. Consideration of the relationship of

dramatic form to the expression of political and philosophical ideas.Texts to include

works by such authors as Büchner, Chekhov, Ibsen, Strindberg,Wedekind, Pirandello,

O’Neill and Miller. Oral and written participation emphasized. P re r e q u i s i t e, t w o cours e s

in literature, or one course in literature and one course in theatre. (Same as T h e a t r e 345.)

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3 4 6 F The Comedy of Te r ro r s . Analysis of 19th- and 20th-century works in which

stark visions of the human condition are paradoxically presented in comic terms.

Emphasis on the techniques by which the apparently contradictory tendencies of

humor and terror are fused, as well as the reasons (psychologi c a l , p h i l o s o p h i c a l , p o l i t i c a l

and aesthetic) why writers, filmmakers and composers have been attracted to this

device. Readings by such writers as Gogol, Dostoevsky, Kafka, Nabokov, Ionesco,

Heller and Burgess; study, as well, of such films as Pulp Fiction and Fargo and such

operas as Strauss’ S a l o m e . P r e re q u i s i t e , t wo courses in literature or consent of instru c t o r.

P. Rabinowitz.

[349S] The Garden in the Machine: Depicting Place in Modern American

Cinema. An exploration of the many ways filmmakers and video-makers have

explored and depicted the American landscape and cityscape. Extensive screenings

of accomplished films and videos, contextualized by discussions of painting and

photography; by readings of novels, stories, poems by Henry David Thoreau, Mary

Austin,William Faulkner and others; by place-oriented films from other cultures; and

by visiting filmmakers.

[351S] Reading Literature, Translating Dreams. Maurice Sendak’s dream trilogy

— Where the Wild Things Are, In the Night Kitchen, Outside Over There — initiates an

advanced study of the word/image relationship in literary texts which feature dreams.

Poetic, narrative and dramatic texts from a variety of cultures and centuries are com-

plemented by theoretical readings such as Elaine Scarry’s Dreaming by the Book and

Bert O. States’ Dreaming and Storytelling.The foundational principle of the course is

best expressed in the axiom of Robert Bosnak:The training of the imagination is a

discipline just as important as the training of the mind. (Writing-intensive.)

Prerequisite, two courses in literature or consent of instructor.

356S Japanese Film. Traces the history of one of the world’s most innovative and

p rolific film industri e s . F r om its earliest days in the 20th century, Japanese film dire c t o r s

have experimented and improved on the cinema, and their work has been influential

throughout the world. From the drama of silent samurai movies to the glitz of anime

(Japanese animation), Japanese film offers a v i ew of Japanese culture and a new per-

s p e c t i ve on the genre itself.We e k l y film scre e n i n g s . P r e re q u i s i t e, one A s i a - r e l a t e d c o u r s e ,

one film-related course or consent of instructor. (Same as Japanese 356.) Ortabasi.

[371S] Dante: The Divine Comedy, Then and Now. Readings from the Inferno,

Purgatorio and Paradiso and the Vita Nuova (New Life). Attention will be given to the

influence of Vergil’s Aeneid and Augustine’s Confessions as well as to Dante criticism

and the influence of Dante on early modern to post-modern art, music and literature,

including such texts as The System of Dante’s Hell by Imamu Amiri Baraka (LeRoi

Jones). Prerequisite, two courses in literature.

[376F] Africana Literatures and Critical Discourses. For full description, see

English 376.

473S Seminar: Major African Writers. For full description, see English 473.

[474S] Seminar: Major African-American Writers. For full description, see

English 474.

475F Shakespeare Around the Globe: International Traditions and

Experiments. Traces Shakespearean drama up to and into the Globe Theatre and

then around the Globe of the World.This international, comparative approach to

Shakespearean tragedy, comedy, history and romance opens with attention to Greek,

L a t i n , A r a b i c , Italian and English sourc e s . It then proceeds to the study of contemporary

critical perspectives and, principally, to world-wide translations, adaptations and film

versions from the 17th to the 21st centuries. Special sessions are held on Shakespeare

in East Asia and in Eastern Europe. Prerequisite, two courses in literature. (Same as

English 475.) Rupprecht.

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500F Senior Seminar: Culture and Translation. What is translation? Is it simply

substituting one word for another in a different language? Is just capturing the sense

of a phrase enough? This course will demonstrate that the complex process of mov i n g

from “original” to “copy” involves traveling between cultures as well.While working

on short translation projects of their own, students will be introduced to translation

theory and the various ways in which literary translations have been responsible for

much of the communication between cultures. Prerequisite, three courses in litera-

ture. Priority given to senior concentrators. Ortabasi.

550S Senior Project. A project resulting in a thesis and supervised by a member of

the department. Required of candidates for departmental honors.The Department.

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Computer Science

Faculty

Richard W. Decker, Chair (S) Brian J. Rosmaita (F)

Mark W. Bailey

Alistair Campbell Special Appointment

Stuart H. Hirshfield Kevin A. Kwait

A concentration in computer science consists of a course of study designed by the

student in consultation with and approved by his or her concentration advisor.The

concentration contract will be designed when a student declares the concentration

and will typically include 110, 111, 210, 220, 240, 330, three other 300-level courses,

and either 410 or 500. C o n c e n t r a t o r s fulfill the Senior Program re q u i r ement by taking

410 or 500. Students may earn departmental honors by distinguished achievement in

courses counting toward the concentration and in 500.

A minor in computer science consists of 110, 111, two courses numbered 200 or

higher and Mathematics 123.

Juniors and seniors without prior experience may enroll in 100, or 110 with

permission of instructor.

Courses intended for both concentrators and non-concentrators

110F,S Introduction to Computer Science. An investigation of the process of

program design, using an object-oriented programming language.Along with learn-

ing the constructs of the language, particular attention is paid to the principles of

effective program design and problem-solving techniques. Maximum enrollment, 26.

The Department.

111F,S Data Structures. A second course in object-oriented programming, con-

centrating on the common information patterns (linear and hierarchical, for example)

that arise in many programs and the implementation of these structures in ways that

are efficient in terms of memory space and running time. Provides a taxonomy of

data structures and discusses measures of computational complexity of the algorithms

used to manipulate the structures. Prerequisite, 110, Mathematics 123 (which may be

taken concurrently) or placement by the department.The Department.

Courses intended primarily for concentrators

[207F] Topics in Computer Science I. Study of an area in computer science.

Content, differing from year to year, has included computer organization, neural

networks, genetic algorithms and parallel computation. Prerequisite, consent of the

instructor. May be taken more than once with the consent of the department.

2 1 0 F Applied T h e o r y. An investigation of the nature of computation.Topics include

several models of computation, such as finite state machines, pushdown automata and

Turing machines; discussion of computational complexity; and illustration of how

these abstract models of computation may be applied to such language-recognition

problems as lexical analysis and parsing. Prerequisite, 110. Decker.

220F Principles of Programming Languages. Investigation into the nature of

programming languages and the details of their implementation.Topics include the

design and taxonomies of several programming languages and issues of efficiency,

translation and operation. Prerequisite, 111.The Department.

240S Computer Organization and Assembly Language. A study of the

connection between programs and the machines on which they run.Topics include

number systems and representation schemes, the basic principles of machine organiza-

tion, a s s e m b ly language progr a m m i n g , and the design and implementation of assembl e rs .

Prerequisite, 111. Hirshfield.

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270F Artificial Intelligence. Exploration of AI theory and philosophy, as well as a

variety of algorithms and data structures, such as heuristic strategies, logic unification,

probabilistic reasoning, semantic networks and knowledge representation.Topics

include application areas such as natural language unders t a n d i n g , computer vision, g a m e

playing, theorem proving and autonomous agents. Prerequisite, 111 or 242. Campbell.

307F Topics in Computer Science II. An intensive study of an advanced area of

computer science. Content, differing from year to year, is typically chosen from cryp-

tography, system programming, database theory and computer security. Prerequisite,

110 or consent of the instructor. May be taken more than once with the consent of

the department.The Department.

[310S] Compilers. Principles and practice of programming language translation.

Topics will include lexical analysis, f o r mal syntax specification, p a r s i n g , code generation

and optimization. Prerequisite, 210. Offered in alternate years.

[320F] Computer Architecture. Study of the major hardware components of

modern computer systems and the implications of their interactions. Topics include

cache memory, disk drive technology, chip manufacturing, microprogramming,

performance analysis and digital logic. Prerequisite, 111. Some programming required.

Offered in alternate years.

330S Algorithms. Discussion of the canon of “standard” algorithms, including the

major categories such as divide-and-conquer and dynamic progr a m m i n g , and eva l u a t i o n

of the efficiency of algorithms in terms of their use of two scarce resources, space and

ti m e. P re re q u i s i t e, 111 and Mathematics 123 or placement by the depart m e n t . R o s m a i t a .

340S Operating Systems. Study of the design and implementation of computer

operating systems.Topics include systems programming, process scheduling, inter-

process communication, deadlocks, memory management and virtual memory, I/O

and file systems, and security. Prerequisite, 240.The Department.

410F Senior Seminar. Practicum in research methods in computer science.

Emphasis on oral and written presentation. Open to senior concentrators only. Bailey.

500S Honors Project. A semester-length research project. Open to qualified senior

concentrators. Prerequisite, consent of the department.The Department.

Courses intended primarily for non-concentrators

100F,S Survey of Computer Science. An exploration of the major areas of the

discipline, including the social and technological history of computers, the influence

of the Internet, the nature of programming, the techniques involved in translating a

program from a high-level language into machine language instructions and the prin-

ciples involved in designing the hardware of a computer. Also explores the theoretical

limitations of computation and investigates the current state and future prospects of

what might be called “intelligent progr a m s .” M a x i mum enro l l m e n t , 2 6 . The Depart m e n t .

107S Applications, Implications and Issues. A multidisciplinary exploration of

the technology and social consequences of electronic computation and commu n i c a t i o n.

Topics may include the history and technology of the Internet and the Web, the tech-

niques and design patterns used to make Web pages and possible future influences

that the Internet will have in public policy, social structures, economics, law and

ethics. Maximum enrollment, 16. Rosmaita.

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Critical Languages

Faculty

Mary Beth Barth, Program Director Special Appointments

Anat Glick (Hebrew)

Eugenia C.Taft (Italian)

Language study requires daily practice (written, verbal and aural) and conscientious

preparation in order to participate fully in highly interactive classes. Classes are con-

ducted with very little use of English.

Hebrew and Italian are offered as regular courses. Additional languages such as

Swahili and Dutch are offered under a self-instructional format contingent upon

student tutor availability, suitable materials and an outside examiner.The student tutor

is not a “teacher” in the usual sense. Students, therefore, are expected to exercise the

self-discipline and motivation required of independent work. Students meet three

times a week in small groups with a native speaker (a Hamilton student) of the lan-

guage. Courses follow established curricula and are not self-paced. In addition to

being highly motivated and self-directed, students must be willing to make a daily

commitment to the rigorous study and practice of the language through the use of

written, recorded and computer materials. Course grades are determined by mid-

term and final evaluations, given by external examiners.

For additional information on the self-instructional format or languages currently

offered, visit the Critical Languages Web site (www.hamilton.edu/academics/clp).

Students enrolled in the self-instructional courses must contact Mary Beth Barth by

4 p.m. the first day of classes in order to schedule the class.

110F-120S First-Year Italian

130F-140S Second-Year Italian

107F-108S First-Year Hebrew

207F-208S Second-Year Hebrew

121F-122S First-Year Swahili (self-instructional format)

221F-222S Second-Year Swahili (self-instructional format)

127F-128S First-Year Dutch (self-instructional format)

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East Asian Languages and Literatures

Faculty

De Bao Xu, Chair Special Appointments

Wen-Hui Chen Hsiao-Yun Liang

Hong Gang Jin Mei-Hsing Lin

Masaaki Kamiya Masako Murakami

Kyoko Omori

Cathy L. Silber

The East Asian Languages and Literatures Department offers courses in Chinese and

Japanese languages, literatures and cultures, a Chinese concentration, a Japanese minor

and a Chinese minor, and a study abroad progr a m , Associated Colleges in China ( AC C ) .

C o u r ses offered focus on language acquisition and intro d u c t i o n to the cultures and

civilizations of both countries. As much as possible, the first-year c o u r ses are taught in

the target languages, while the upper-level courses are conducted entirely in Chinese

or Japanese.The Chinese concentration emphasizes work in the original language as

keys to understanding China and China-related issues, aiming at preparing students

for further studies in graduate schools and professional careers in international trade,

government service, diplomacy, private business, journalism and other related fields.

A concentration in Chinese consists of nine courses numbered 140 or higher, 150,

220, 300, a 400-level course taken in each semester of the senior year and a required

senior project (550).A civilization or cultural course offered by another department

and concentrating on China may satisfy the 150 requirement. Consult the Chinese

P r ogr a m . A minor in Chinese re q u i res five courses nu m b e r ed 140 or higher, i n c l u d i n g

150, 220 and a 400-level course.

A minor in Japanese requires five courses.Those courses include at least three

language courses beyond Japanese 120 (i.e., 130, 140 and 200) and one non-language

courses offered by the program.The fifth course may be either a language (220 and

above) or a non-language course. Consult the Japanese Program.

Students of Chinese and Japanese are strongly encouraged to participate in study

abroad programs in China and Japan. Students of Chinese are eligible for the ACC

program. Students of Japanese have the opportunity to study abroad through such

programs as Kyoto Center for Japanese Language (Kyoto),Waseda University (Tokyo),

CIEE-Sophia University (Tokyo) and Nanzan University (Nagoya). Consult the

Japanese Program for details.

To obtain departmental honors, students in Chinese must have an average of A- or

better in all coursework in Chinese and must be a Chinese major or minor. Students

in Japanese must have an average of A- in all coursework in Japanese and must be a

Japanese minor.

Study of the Chinese and the Japanese languages in the East Asian Languages

and Literatures Department also satisfies the language requirement of the Asian

Studies Program. Students are encouraged to strengthen their understanding of

cross-cultural issues by integrating their language and culture studies with courses

offered by Asian studies.

Students interested in beginning or continuing their Chinese or Japanese language

studies should make an immediate start with the 100- or 200-level courses or consult

with the departmental chair. All 100-, 200- and 300-level courses taught in English

are open to juniors and seniors without prerequisites.

Associated Colleges in China (ACC)

Administered by the East Asian Languages and Literatures Department, the program

provides summer, fall and spring study in Beijing (Capital University of Economics

and Business) with intensive coursework through individualized instruction with a

high level of participation and interaction.The courses are taught entirely in Chinese

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and encompass topics including advanced language, Chinese politics, s o c i e t y, e c o n o m i c s ,

re l i gi o n , a rt , f o l k l o re and literature. Unique features and activities of the program include

the language pledge (speaking Chinese only), language practicum (individual projects

conducted with local citizens), Chinese host families, Chinese language table, field

trips in historically and culturally important sites outside of Beijing, and extra-

curricular activities such as Taichi, Chinese food cooking, calligraphy, etc.

The courses taken with ACC will count towa r d the Chinese concentration re q u i r e-

m e n t . However, students with concentrations other than Chinese should consult with

the appropriate department for transfer of credit for the concentration.

The ACC Program is open to sophomores, juniors and first-semester seniors. It is

in principle a full-year program (summer, fall and spring); however, application may

be made for any of the three sessions.To be admitted, students must take at least two

semesters of Chinese, a course on the culture and civilization of China, and have the

permission of the ACC director.

Chinese

110F First-Term Chinese. An introduction to spoken and written modern

Chinese through conversational drills, comprehension, reading and writing practice in

classwork and homework. Jin.

120S Second-Term Chinese. Continued work in speaking, listening and reading.

Emphasis on patterns that facilitate speaking and reading. Four hours of class, with

additional tutorial and laboratory work. Prerequisite, 110. Jin.

130F Third-Term Chinese. Comprehensive review of grammar and development

of language skills through commu n i c a t i ve teaching. Four hours of class, with additional

tutorial and laboratory work. Prerequisite, 120 or consent of instructor. Xu.

140S Fourth-Term Chinese. Continuation of third-term Chinese. Development

of spoken and written skills, as well as familiarity with current Chinese culture. Class

discussions in Chinese. Four hours of class, with additional laboratory work.

Prerequisite, 130 or consent of instructor. Xu.

150F Introduction to Chinese Culture, Society and Language. A survey of

both traditional and modern Chinese cultural values through the examination of

g e o graphical conditions, h i s t o r ical backgro u n d , l i t e r a r y and artistic expre s s i o n s , p o p u l a r

customs and language.Taught in English. Xu.

200F Advanced Chinese I. Designed for students who wish to use the Chinese

language beyond the eve ry d ay conve r sation leve l . Concentrates on subtleties of

C h i n e s e grammar and builds a vo c a bu l a ry through extensive use of short texts. I n c l u d e s

expository writing. Four hours of class, with additional tutorial and laboratory work.

Taught pri m a r ily in Chinese. P r e r e q u i s i t e, 140 or consent of instru c t o r.The Chinese

P r ogr a m .

205S Contemporary Chinese Cinema. Introduces contemporary Chinese cine-

ma, centering upon most recent films made in Mainland China, Hong Kong and

Taiwan.Topics include analysis of visual-aural spectacles and their aesthetic merits

against a backdrop of materials that deal with historical conditions, ideological under-

pinnings, cultural practices and social-economic transformation in the era of global-

ization. Lectures and discussions.Taught in English.The Chinese Program.

210S History of Modern Chinese Literature. Examines the development o f

m o d e r n Chinese literature from May Fo u r th Movement (1919) to the pre s e n t , focusing

on fiction from Mainland China and writers from Taiwan, Hong Kong and overseas.

The primary goal of the course is to familiarize students with as much of the most

re p r e s e n t a t i ve literary work of 20th-century China as possibl e and branch out to topics

in histori c a l , s o c i o l o gical and cultural studies and gender analysis. Lectures and discus-

sions.Taught in English.The Chinese Program.

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[215F] Chinese Literature in Translation. Study and analysis of pre-modern

Chinese literature in English translation.Texts will be selected from far antiquity to

the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911). Lectures will introduce authors, major genres and

theories in their social and historical context, while tutorials will be spent reading

and discussing samples of significant texts. Students will have the opportunity to give

oral presentations in class and keep abreast of prescribed reading. Lectures and discus-

sion.Taught in English. (Same as Comparative Literature 215.)

220S Advanced Chinese II. Continuation of Advanced Chinese I, with emphasis

on helping students make the transition from textbook to an advanced level of com-

petence for reading periodicals and journals in China. Discussion, written and oral

work.Taught in Chinese. Prerequisite, 200 or consent of instructor.The Chinese

Program.

230S Translation Workshop. The work of literary translation is intensely i n t e l l e c-

tual and deeply cre a t ive. In this course on the theory and practice of translation, we will

develop practical translation skills (from any language, but especially Chinese) by dis-

cussing translation exercises and individual translation projects.We will also read

translation theory to better understand cross-cultural communication.While many of

our examples and exercises will use Chinese, no knowledge of Chinese is required.

(Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, competence in any non-English language. Silber.

2 3 8 F C h i n a ’s Greatest Nove l . The Story of the Stone was written in the 18th century,

when China was the largest and richest state in the world. This masterpiece of world

literature offers what seems to be a realistic description of social life through intimate

focus upon a we a l t h y extended fa m i l y, with much to teach us about traditional Chinese

culture.Yet the novel also questions the nature of truth and fiction, for the stone is

magical, at once a boy, the amulet he was born with, the narrator and the novel itself.

All reading and discussion in English. (Same as Comparative Literature 238.) Silber.

[320S] Chinese Press and Television. Study and analysis of selected multimedia

ma t e r ials from the Chinese press and television broadcasting dealing with social con-

flicts between traditional Chinese values and We s t e r n influence, the old socialist system

and new privatization, natural earthly life and modern technology. Oral presentation

re q u i re d , w r itten and oral wo r k . Taught in Chinese. P r e r e q u i s i t e , consent of instru c t o r .

[360S] Readings in Modern Chinese Literature. Study and analysis of selected

modern works from 1949 to the present within the sociopolitical and intellectual

context. Discussion, written and oral work.Taught in Chinese. Prerequisite, 220 or

consent of instructor.

400F The Changing Face of China. Study and analysis through selected journals

and magazines. Students will examine aspects of the changing face of China, i n c l u d i n g

in-depth coverage of population, housing and employment policies.Taught in Chinese.

P r e re q u i s i t e , a n y 300-level course in Chinese or consent of instru c t o r.The Chinese

Program.

420S Selected Readings in China’s Post-Cultural Revolution Literature.

Study and analysis of selected literary and cultural works from various schools of

post-cultural revolution writers, including poetry, prose, short stories and novels from

1978 to the present. Lectures, discussions and written reports.Taught in Chinese.

Prerequisite, any 300-level course in Chinese or consent of instructor. Jin.

430F Masterpieces of Chinese Literature. Reading and discussion of the master-

pieces from Chinese literature including essays during the early Qin and Han dynasties,

poetry and prose from the Tang and Song dynasties, the novels from the Ming and

Qing dynasties.Taught in Chinese. Prerequisite, any 300-level course in Chinese or

consent of instructor.The Chinese Program.

445S Classical Chinese Language and Culture. Study and analysis of selected

readings from Confucian and Taoist classics and other literary, philosophical and his-

torical texts. Attention given to linguistic analysis and intellectual patterns and to

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problems of translation.Taught in Chinese. Prerequisite, any 300-level course in

Chinese or consent of instructor. Xu.

490S Advanced Readings in Chinese Literature, History and Philosophy.

Continuation of the study of Chinese literature, history and philosophy. Attention

given to the in-depth reading and analysis of selected texts.Taught in Chinese.

Prerequisite, 445 or consent of instructor.The Chinese Program.

550 Senior Project. A research project using sources in Chinese culminating in a

paper, designed by the student, in consultation with at least two members of the East

Asian Languages and Literature Depart m e n t . Students are expected to develop analytical

and linguistic skills in the Chinese language through culture study in upper-level

coursework and/or study abroad.The Department.

5 5 2 S H o n o rs Pro j e c t . Independent study progr a m s , consisting of the separate

p reparation and oral defense of a paper, for students who qualify as candidates for

p rogram honors . Only students having an average of at least 88 in courses counting

t owa rd the foreign languages concentration at the end of the first semester of the

senior year may qualify.The Depart m e n t .

Japanese

110-120F,S Elementary Japanese. Introduction to basic structures and vocabulary.

Emphasis on oral communication, with practice in reading and writing, using the two

syllabaries (hiragana and katakana) and about 100 Chinese characters. Credit given for

completion of one term. Kamiya and Omori.

130-140F,S Intermediate Japanese. Completion of presentation of the basic

structures of the language. Continued emphasis on oral communication, with practice

in reading simple texts. An additional 500 characters will be introduced by the end of

the term. Prerequisite, 120 or consent of instructor. Kamiya and Omori.

150F Introduction to Japanese Culture and Language. This course surveys

Japanese cultural norms and values via an examination of Japanese history, philosophy,

religion, customs, literature and art, and language. Designed to provide substantial

knowledge on Japan and to facilitate an appreciation of the Japanese culture and

related issues.Taught in English. Kamiya.

200-220F,S Advanced Japanese. Increasing emphasis on written Japanese, with

acquisition of an additional 500 Chinese characters. In the second term of the

sequence, guided practice given in reading unedited modern texts. Prerequisite, 140

or consent of instructor. Kamiya and Omori.

221F Survey of Japanese Literature I. For full description, see Comparative

Literature 221.

235S Love, Family and Loneliness in Modern Japanese Literature. Although

love has always been a central theme and impetus in Japanese literature, this course

focuses on how Japanese writers of the modern period (late 19th century to the

present) depict the struggles of modern Japanese over new concepts and forms of

“love” and relationships. Readings include works by Natsume Soseki, Nobel prize-

winner Kawabata Yasunari,Tanizaki Jun’ichiro, Mishima Yukio, recent Nobel laureate

Oe Kenzaburo and Yoshimoto Banana. Readings and discussion in English. (Same as

Comparative Literature 235.) Omori.

[263F] Deconstructing Orientalism: Representations of Japan in Popular

Culture. For full description, see Comparative Literature 263.

356S Japanese Film. For full description, see Comparative Literature 356.

401F Readings in Japanese. Reading in literary and non-literary modern texts

and mastery of the remaining Chinese characters on the joyo kanji list of 1,945

characters. Prerequisite, consent of instructor. Kamiya.

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Economics

Faculty

Derek C. Jones, Chair Jeffrey L. Pliskin

Erol M. Balkan (F) Richard Stahnke

James Bradfield (S) Julio Videras

Didar Erdinç Stephen Wu

Christophre Georges (F)

Paul A. Hagstrom Special Appointments

Elizabeth J. Jensen (F,S) Nesecan Balkan

Tolga Koker Sidney Wertimer

Ann L. Owen

A concentration in economics consists of 101,102, 265, 275, 285 and four elective

courses. Concentrators must complete a Senior Project in one of the ways described

below.The Senior Project may be used as one of the four elective courses.The four

elective courses must include at least two courses at the 400 level or above other than

426 and 499 and cannot include both 251 and 330. Concentrators must complete

26 5 , 275 and 285 by the end of the junior year so that they may apply these analytical

tools in their 400-level courses. Additionally, 265, 275 and 285 must be taken at

Hamilton. Exemption from these requirements is granted only in unusual cases. All

c o n c e n t r a t o r s are strongly encouraged to take Math 113 or the equiva l e n t . For students

who have taken the sequence in mathematical statistics (Math 253 and 351), E c o n o m i c s

400 can be substituted for Economics 265 in the requirements for the major.

Students planning graduate work in economics should consult a member of the

department for specific advice.They should take 400, selections from the other 400-

level courses, 560 and obtain as strong a background in mathematics as possible.The

sequence in calculus and linear algebra is re q u i r ed by virtually all good Ph.D. p r ogr a m s

in economics; additional work in mathematics, such as courses in differential equations

and real analysis, is strongly recommended. Students who plan to study for an M.B.A.

should complete at least one semester of calculus and should consult “Information for

Prospective M.B.A. Students,” a document available at the Career Center Web site, for

additional recommendations.

The Senior Project can be satisfied either by a Senior Thesis or by a project in a

designated cours e.The Senior Thesis is a written re p o r t of a project containing ori g i n a l

work. Students writing a thesis must enroll in 560 (Research Seminar). Projects in

designated courses require a paper or a series of papers demonstrating a mastery of

advanced methods, an understanding of the scholarly literature on a topic or an

understanding of the evolution of important issues in the discipline.

Departmental honors will be awarded to concentrators who demonstrate superior

performance in economics, as evaluated by members of the department.To be eligible

for honors, a student must complete 400 and 560, have a grade point average of at

least 88 for all courses taken in the department and write an outstanding Senior T h e s i s.

A minor in economics consists of 101, 1 0 2 , 2 7 5 , 285 and one additional economics

course. If the student’s concentration is in public policy, Economics 101, 102, 275 and

285 cannot count in both the student’s concentration and the minor.These courses

will be used to satisfy concentration requirements, and they will be replaced by alter-

native courses in the minor requirements.These alternative courses will be chosen by

the chair of the Economics Department in consultation with the director of the

Public Policy Program.

Seniors may not preregister for Economics 101 but may add this course at the

beginning of each semester, space permitting.

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1 0 1 F, S Issues in Micro e c o n o m i c s . The price system as a mechanism for determ i n i n g

which goods will be produced and which inputs employe d ; p ro f i t - m a x i m i zin g behav i o r

of firms under differing competitive conditions; pricing of factors of production and

income distri bu t i o n ; t a x a t i o n , d i s c r i m i n a t o r y pricing and gove r nment re g u l a t i o n ; t h e o r y

of comparative advantage applied to international trade. Some sections will be

Proseminars. Erdinç, Stahnke and Videras (Fall);The Department (Spring).

102F,S Issues in Macroeconomics. Gross domestic product; its measurement and

the determination of production and employment levels; the role of the government

in the economy, particularly fiscal policy; the money supply, monetary policy and

inflation; foreign exchange rates. Prerequisite, 101. Jones and Koker (Fall);The

Department (Spring).

251F Introduction to Public Policy. For full description, see Public Policy 251.

265F,S Economic Statistics. An introduction to the basic concepts of probability

and statistics.Topics include descriptive statistics, probability theory, estimation,

hypothesis testing and linear re g re s s i o n . Computer laboratory will make use of statistical

software packages. 150 minutes of lecture and 75 minutes of laboratory. Prerequisite,

102 or consent of instructor. No previous experience with computers required. Not

open to senior concentrators.Wu (Fall);Videras (Spring).

275F,S Microeconomic Theory. The theory of consumer behavior.Theories of

the firm and market structures, and of resource allocation, pricing and income distri-

bution. General equilibrium and economic efficiency. Prerequisite, 102. Not open to

senior concentrators. Hagstrom (Fall); Pliskin (Spring).

2 8 5 F, S M a c r oeconomic T h e o r y. T h e o r ies of business cycles and economic grow t h .

Theories of monetary policy, budget and trade balances, aggregate consumption and

investment activity, unemployment, inflation, technological change and productivity

grow t h . P r e re q u i s i t e , 1 0 2 . Not open to senior concentrators . Jones (Fall); O wen (Spri n g ) .

316S Globalization and Gender. Analysis of globalization and its impact on the

economic experience of women.Topics include the definition of globalization with

particular emphasis on economic globalization; restructuring in the industrialized

economies; gender-related issues in the labor markets of industrialized countries, such

as occupational segregation, wage gap, feminization of the labor process; structural

adjustment and case studies of female labor participation in the Third World.

Prerequisite, 102. (Same as Women’s Studies 316.) N. Balkan.

[325S] Comparative Economic Systems. A comparative analysis of economic

systems and criteria for evaluation. An examination of market, command, mixed and

market socialist economies. Emphasis on problems of transition in former communist

countries and Japan and Germany compared to the United States. Prerequisite, 102.

330F Accounting. Study of how the financial transactions of a business firm are

usually classified, analyzed, recorded and interpreted. Emphasis on the theory and

function of accounting, with bookkeeping techniques introduced as a means to this

end. Open to sophomores, juniors and seniors only.Wertimer.

331F International Trade Theory and Policy. Theoretical and empirical analysis

of the pattern of international trade and international trade policies. Emphasis on

theoretical models used by economists to study international trade issues.Topics

include the determinants of the pattern of international trade, immigration, foreign

direct investment, the gains from trade, tariffs, quotas, voluntary export restraints,

dumping, subsidies, trade-related intellectual property rights, international labor

standards, trade and environmental issues, the WTO, customs unions, free trade agree-

ments and trade adjustment assistance. Prerequisite, 102. Not open to students who

have taken 431. Koker.

340S Economic Development. Analysis of the process of development in third

world countries.Topics include alternative theories of development; growth, poverty

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and income distribution; unemployment, urbanization and migration; agricultural

transformation; industrialization and trade; globalization of production; education and

women in development; sustainable development; third-world debt crisis. Prerequisite,

102. E. Balkan.

[346S] Monetary Policy. A study of the goals, strategies and tactics of monetary

policy.The interaction of the central bank with financial markets, the tools and the

transmission mechanism of monetary policy, the money supply process, the structure

of the Federal Reserve System and the international financial system. Emphasis on

policy application. Prerequisite, 102.

350S Economics of Poverty and Income Distribution. A study of domestic

poverty and of government programs designed to address poverty.Topics include the

definition and measurement of poverty, the factors associated with becoming poor

and the design, purpose, financing and individual incentive effects of various state and

federal public assistance progr a m s , as well as their effectiveness in reducing the incidence

or duration of poverty. Prerequisite, 102. Hagstrom.

355S European Economic Integration. A rigorous analysis of the economic

rationale for the European Union, and the central theoretical and empirical issues

raised by the process of European integration.Theories of custom unions and optimal

c u r rency areas with special emphasis on the monetary integr a t i o n process within the

Euro zone, the institutional setup of the European Central Bank and the convergence

criteria for current and prospective candidate countries in Central and Eastern

Europe within the vision of a united Europe. Prerequisite, 102. Erdinç.

360F Health Economics. An analysis of the economics of health and medical care,

with particular emphasis on the provision of health care in the United States.Topics

include the structure of public and private health insurance programs, financing the

rising costs of medical care and the impact of health status on labor supply and retire-

ment decisions.The course will relate these issues to current public policy debates

surrounding the health care profession. Prerequisite, 102.Wu.

[365S] Economic Analysis of American History. An examination and explana-

tion of the development of the American economy, focusing on the period from

1840 th rough World War II.Topics include the economics of slave r y and share cro p p i n g,

t h e rise of big bu s i n e s s , the development of banks and the causes of the Gre a t

D e p r e s s i o n.(Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, 102.

[375F] History of Economic Thought. A survey of economic theory and

methodology from the early Greeks to the present. Discussion of the ideas of major

economic writers such as Smith, Marx, Marshall and Keynes, with attention paid to

historical context as well as relevance to current economic debates. Prerequisite, 102.

380F Environmental Economics. An examination of issues in environmental

policy from the perspective of economic theory.Topics include the measurement of

benefits and costs of curtailing pollution and preserving ecosystems, the design of

public policies to improve environmental quality and the examination of past and

c u r rent env i ronmental programs in the U. S . and their success.Also considers sustainable

growth and issues of environmental equity. Prerequisite, 102.Videras.

[3 8 1 S ] T h e o r ies of Political Economy. Contending philosophies and pers p e c t i ve s

in modern Western thought: conservatism, liberalism and radicalism. Competing

politico-economic theories derived from these perspectives and their implications for

contemporary policy issues, including government and markets, inflation and unem-

p l oy m e n t , r a c e, g e n d e r, e d u c a t i o n , e nv i r o n m e n t , p ove r ty and inequality. P re re q u i s i t e, 1 0 1 .

39 5 F Global Finance. Study of the operations and the stru c t u re of the global financial

m a r ke t s . Topics include technology and financial netwo r k s , regulation and dere g u l a t i on

in financial services, the role of transnational banks, currency and bonds markets, the

role of central banks and international financial institutions. Open only to students in

the New York City progr a m . P r e re q u i s i t e, 1 0 2 . M a x i m um enro l l m e n t , 1 6 . E . Balkan.

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400F Introduction to Econometrics. An introduction to econometric methods

that are frequently used in applied economic research. Emphasis on interpreting and

critically evaluating empirical results and on establishing the statistical foundations of

widely used econometric methods.Topics include the classical linear re g ression model,

functional form, dummy explanatory variables, binary choice models, heteroskedastic

and autocorrelated disturbance terms, stochastic regressors and an introduction to

simultaneous equation models.Three hours of class and 75 minutes of laboratory.

Prerequisite, 265 or Mathematics 352. Pliskin.

425F Theory of Financial Markets. Application of microeconomic theory to

describe optimal portfolio construction and the equilibrium risk/return tradeoffs

exhibited in security markets. Comparison of the capital asset pricing model, the

arbitrage pricing model and various factor models on both theoretical and empirical

grounds. Pricing of options and futures contracts. Analysis of real options approach to

investment under uncertainty. Special topics may include corporate takeovers, insider

t r a d i n g , p e r f o r mance of mutual funds, use of options and futures contracts for hedgi n g,

relationship between capital structure and corporate governance, and topics chosen by

s t u d e n t s . P r e r e q u i s i t e, 265 and 275 or equiva l e n t , or consent of instru c t o r. M ay be used

as basis for Senior Project. Bradfield.

[426S] Seminar in Financial Economics. Using oral presentations supplemented

by brief papers , students will evaluate and synthesize articles from the scholarly literature

in financial economics. Most of the expositions will be by teams. Each student will

also write a term paper analyzing the articles presented and placing those works in the

wider contexts of financial economics and micro e c o n o m i c s . Emphasis on the g e n e r a l i t y

of the application of fundamental principles of microeconomics to theore t i c a l and

empirical questions in financial economics. Prerequisite, 425 or consent of instructor.

430S Topics in Macroeconomics. An advanced treatment of selected topics of

c u r rent interest in macro e c o n o m i c s . C o m p a r isons of different theoretical and empiri c a l

approaches to explaining recent recessions and trends in economic growth, unem-

ployment, inflation and income inequality. Prerequisite, 265, 285 and Mathematics

113, or consent of instructor. May be used as basis for Senior Project. Maximum

enrollment, 20. Georges.

4 3 2 S I n t e r national Finance. S u rvey of international financial markets in both theory

and practice.Topics include optimal monetary and fiscal policy in an open economy and

central banking; international financial markets for foreign exchange; Eurocurrencies

and international bonds; the nature and operation of the principal international financial

institutions; international debt issues and country risk. Prerequisite, 265, 275 and 285.

May be used as basis for Senior Project. Maximum enrollment, 20. E. Balkan.

[435S] Industrial Organization Theory and Applications. Theoretical and

empirical analysis of firm conduct with emphasis on firms in oligopolistic industries.

Examination of conduct primarily, but not entirely, from a game theory perspective.

Exploration of business practices such as product differentiation and adve rt i s i n g , re s e a r c h

and development, and price discrimination. Prerequisite, 265 and 275 or consent of

instructor. May be used as basis for Senior Project. Maximum enrollment, 20.

[440S] Public Economics. Analysis of the role of government in the economy

from both the expenditure side and the income (tax) side.Topics include the theory of

o p t i m a l taxation, the effects of different tax schemes on firms, households and the

g ove r nment bu d g e t , the provision of public goods such as highway s , p u b lic education,

national defense or parks and the fundamentals of government budgetary policy.

Prerequisite, 275. May be used as basis for Senior Project. Maximum enrollment, 20.

4 4 5 F Economic Grow t h . W hy are some countries so rich while others are so poor?

This course explores this question in-depth, focusing on the difference in living

standards both across and within countries.Topics include the effects of income

distribution, technology, population growth, international trade, government policy

and culture on the level and growth of per capita income.The course uses both

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theoretical and empirical methods. Prerequisite, 265, 275, 285 and Mathematics 113

or consent of instructor. May be used as basis for Senior Project. Maximum enroll-

ment, 20. Owen.

4 5 0 F Economics of Information and Uncert a i n t y. A study of economic behav i o r

under conditions of incomplete information and uncertainty.Topics include problems

of moral hazard and adve rse selection in agency theory and signaling models, s e q u e n t i a l

games of incomplete information, bilateral bargaining and reputation. Applications

include the market for used cars, optimal insurance contracts, financial bubbles, credit

rationing, bank runs and the value of information. May be uses as basis for Senior

Project. Prerequisite, 265, 275 and Mathematics 113 or consent of instructor.

Maximum enrollment, 20. Stahnke.

460S Game Theory and Economic Behavior. An introduction to theories of

s t r a t e g ic behavior as they have been developed and applied in economics.A p p l i c a t i o n s

include strategic behavior in oligopolistic marke t s , a u c t i o n s , wage bargains, trade policy,

standards setting and the provision of public goods. May be used as basis for Senior

Project. Prerequisite, 265 and 275. Maximum enrollment, 20. Georges.

[491F] Application of Labor Economics. An advanced treatment of selected

theoretical and empirical questions concerning labor markets. Prerequisite, 275 or

consent of instru c t o r. M ay be used as basis for Senior Pro j e c t . M a x i m um enro l l m e n t , 2 0 .

560S Research Seminar. Each student works intensively on a topic chosen in

consultation with the instructor.Weekly meetings held to hear progress reports and

to discuss research techniques pertinent to student topics. Candidates for honors must

complete this cours e. P r e re q u i s i t e, 2 6 5 , 2 7 5 , 2 8 5 , 400 and permission of the depart m e n t .

Pliskin,Wu and the Department.

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Education Studies

Faculty

Susan A. Mason, Chair (Oral Communication) Special Appointment

Esther S. Kanipe (History) Kim Wieczorek

Timothy J. Kelly (Mathematics)

Chandra T. Mohanty (Women’s Studies) (F,S)

David C. Paris (Government/Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean of the College)

The Minor

Characterized by an inquiry-oriented approach to the field of education, coursework

in this interdisciplinary minor is integrated into, rather than separated from, the liberal

arts curriculum of the College.This course of study is recommended for students

who are interested in school administration, public policy and education, school

counseling, design and development of curriculum, educational assessment, K-12

private school teaching, graduate studies leading to New York State initial teaching

certification, requirements for provisional teaching certification in states outside of

New York and other related fields. Support from local public school districts allows

students to complete upward of 120 hours of field experience in the elementary,

middle and/or secondary school environments. Credit-bearing field experiences are

directed and governed by the Education Studies Program Committee.

The minor in education studies consists of 370 and four courses from those listed

b e l ow, and culminates in a final exhibition and/or portfolio presentation to be eva l ua t e d

and assessed by the Education Studies Program Committee and completed duri n g the

spring semester of the student’s senior year.

C o u rses composing a student’s minor in education studies must be approved by the

Education Studies Program Committee according to their relevance to the student’s

interests and goals. No more than one unit of course work from the variable credit

course 350 may be applied toward the minor. Other than education studies courses,

no more than two courses from a single department may be applied towa r d the minor.

C o u r ses applied towa r d meeting concentration re q u i r ements may not be applied towa r d

a minor in education studies. Placement for 370 is contingent upon the student

achieving at least an 82% (B-) overall GPA and the approval of the chair of the

Education Studies Program Committee.

As each student’s interests and needs are unique, specific course selections will be

individually determined with guidance and approval from a member of the

Education Studies Program Committee.

[200F] Issues in Education. A formal exploration of the integrated practices of

teaching and learning. Study of the role that system-wide assumptions play in estab-

lishing overall curricular and instructional goals and the roles that individual teachers

and students play in determining how those goals are re a l i z e d . Consideration of seve r a l

contemporary educational issues from historical, philosophical, scientific, multicultural

and pedagogical perspectives. Includes lecture, discussion and small-group interaction.

(Writing-intensive.) Not open to first-year students.

205F Introduction to Disability Studies. An exploration of the interdisciplinary

field of disability studies, including the problem of defining disability, the history of

attitudes toward and treatment of persons with disabilities and the complex social and

philosophical questions surrounding justice for persons with disabilities and their place

within A m e r ican society. Special attention to the pers p e c t ive of persons with disabilities

to issues of race, class, gender and sexuality, and to the differences in impairment.A

formal internship is required and is graded as part of the course. (Proseminar.) Not

open to first-year students. Kanipe.

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220S American Sign Language and Deaf Culture. An introduction to the tech-

niques and uses of American Sign Language (ASL). Study of deaf culture and the

pedagogical role of ASL in the education of hearing impaired and deaf learners are

covered. Maximum enrollment, 16. Allen.

3 1 0 F, S Education Field Experi e n c e . Systematic examination, analysis and eva l u a t i o n

of education within a specific public school system. Focus on the intersection of fa c t o r s

including classroom instru c t i o n , school stru c t u re s , p u b lic policies and decision-making

pre r og a t ive s . Weekly off-campus field experi e n c e s . Open to students who have declare d

an education studies minor or consent of instructor. One-quarter course credit.

Maximum enrollment, 20. Mason.

[333] Principles of Instructional Communication. Study of theoretical and

practical elements of classroom communication. Strategic approaches to the design,

development and assessment of learner-centered interactions.Topics include planning

and organizing instructional messages, adapting to learner styles, Socratic discourse,

i n t e g rating communication technologies and teacher pre rog a t ive s . E x p e r iential sessions

and videotaping.Three hours of class and two hours of lab. (Next offered 2005-06.)

350F,S Ethnography of Learning Environments. Systematic observation of a

specific learning env i ro n m e n t . Examination of classroom discourse and the deve l o p m e n t

and analysis of curriculum. Assessment of the effect social context and relationships

have on the enactment of teaching and learning. Prerequisite, consent of instructor.

Variable credit. Maximum enrollment, 15. Mason.

369S History of Disability. For full description, see History 369.

37 0 F, S Education Practicum. Applied field experience in a K-12 functional area,

including classroom instruction, guidance counseling or school administration.

Mentored activities with education professionals. Semester-long placements directed

toward analysis and evaluation of educational theories in practice. Prerequisite, 350

and consent of director.Wieczorek.

395N Clinical Teaching Intensive Special Needs. Each student is assigned full-

time teaching re s p o n s i b i l i t i e s , under superv i s i o n , in a setting with learn e rs with intensive

special needs. Includes extensive practicum experience with a focus on teaching and

case management. Pa p e r s and attendance at weekly seminars re q u i r e d . C o u r se ava i l a b l e

to students enrolled in the cooperative program at the New England Center for

Children; earns two course credits with only one course credit counting toward

re q u i rements for the minor in education studies. E valuated Satisfa c t o r y / U n s a t i s f a c t o r y.

Anthropology

270 The Ethnography of Communication

360 U.S. Discourses I: Race, Ethnicity and Class

Communication

230 Small-Group Communication

341 Organizational Communication

Computer Science

107 Applications, Implications and Issues

History

228 The Family in Modern History

Greek

350 The Greek Historians

Philosophy

222 Race, Gender and Culture

430 Seminar in Epistemology: The Problem of Knowledge

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Psychology

205 Introduction to Brain and Behavior

211 Child Development

216 Social Psychology

221 Gender Development

235 Educational Psychology

250 Practical Aspects of Learning and Cognition

310 Attention and Performance

315 Cognitive Psychology

335 Social and Emotional Development

380 Educational and Psychological Assessment

Sophomore Seminar

260 Education in a Liberal Society

Spanish

379 Latino/a Experiences in the United States

Women’s Studies

385 Seminar on Theory and Politics of Education

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English

Faculty

John H. O’Neill, Chair (S) Kamila Shamsie

Patricia O’Neill, Acting Chair, Spring Nathaniel C. Strout (F)

Gillian Gane Katherine H.Terrell

Naomi Guttman Margaret O.Thickstun

Tina M. Hall T. Edward Wheatley (F,S)

Catherine G. Kodat (F,S) Steven Yao

Doran Larson

Vincent Odamtten Special Appointments

Onno Oerlemans (S) Austin E. Briggs, Jr.

Jodi Schorb Sharon Williams

The English Department offers two concentrations, one recognizing the diversity of

literature written in English and one in creative writing. Concentrators in the Class

of 2006 and earlier may choose to meet either the requirements presented in this

Catalogue or those in the 2002-03 Catalogue. Starting with the Class of 2007, con-

centrators must meet the following requirements:

English

A concentration in English consists of 10 courses in literature written in English.The

courses may include 150 and must include

1) at least one course from among 204, 205, 206;

2) at least two courses in pre-1700 literature;

3) at least two courses in literature from 1700-1900;

4) at least two courses in post-1900 literature;

5) at least one seminar, taken in the spring of the senior year.

At least four (including the senior seminar) of the 10 courses must be numbered

300 or higher. One course in a foreign literature taught in the original language may

be counted for the concentration. Spring senior seminars may not be used to meet

requirements 2-4.The chronological period for a course is stated at the end of its

course description; a few courses do not fit into one of the chronological periods.

Cross-listed courses fit into the periods as follows: 324 and 475 in pre-1700; 213,

285, 379 in post-1900. Courses in expository writing and workshops in creative

writing do not count toward the concentration or minor in literature.

The Senior Program in English requires all concentrators to complete a 400-level

seminar in literature during the spring of their senior year.

Alternatives to English 150 as the general prerequisite for courses in literature

include any writing-intensive course offered by the Department of Comparative

Literature; French 200, 211, 212; German 200; Spanish 200, 201, 210, 211; or AP

scores of 4 or 5. English 206, 225, 257, 266 and 267 permit other alternatives to 150

as a prerequisite (see course descriptions for details).

Students who have an 88 average or better in the concentration at the end of the

junior year will be invited to propose in the fall of the senior year an honors thesis to

be completed in the spri n g . The department will recommend honors for concentrators

who earn a cumulative average of 88 or better in the courses they take for the con-

centration and who receive an 88 or better on the honors thesis.

A minor in English consists of five courses: at least one course from among 204,

205, 206; at least one course from among 222, 225, 228; and three electives, one of

which may be 150 and one of which must be at or above the 300 level. Students

concentrating in creative writing may not minor in English.

A student considering certification in secondary education should complete 215

and either 110 or 310, in addition to the concentration requirements in literature.

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Students seeking advice about teacher education may consult with Margaret

Thickstun or Susan Mason.

Creative Writing

A concentration in creative writing consists of 10 courses: four workshops (215, 304,

305 and 419) and six courses in literature, which may include 150 and must include

1) 204 and 205;

2) at least one course in pre-1700 literature;

3) at least one course in literature from 1700-1900;

4) at least one course in post-1900 literature.

At least one literature course must be numbered 300 or higher. One course in a

f o reign literature taught in the ori g inal language may be used as one of the six litera-

t u r e courses. Courses in expository writing do not count toward the concentration or

minor in creative writing. Students may take no more than one creative writing

workshop in a term.

Students who wish to concentrate in creative writing must take 215 by the end of

the sophomore year.

Students who have not taken 150 must take 204 before taking 215. Alternative

prerequisites are not permitted for 215, 304, 305 or 419.

The Senior Program in creative writing consists of the Seminar in Creative

Writing (419).

Students who have an 88 average or better in the concentration at the end of the

spring of the junior year may elect to write an honors project in the subsequent fall.

The department will recommend honors for concentrators who earn a cumulative

average of 88 or better in the courses they take for the concentration (the cumulative

average in 215, 304, 305 and 419 must also be 88 or better) and who earn a grade of

88 or better on the honors project. Normally students must complete 304 and 305 by

the end of the junior year to be eligible for honors.

A minor in creative writing consists of five courses: two courses in literature

(which may include 150), 215 and either 204 and 304 or 205 and 305. Students con-

centrating in English may not minor in creative writing.

Language Requirement

Concentrators in English and creative writing must fulfill a language requirement:

1) completion of two courses at the college level in a language other than English;

2) completion of 221 and 293 (or of equivalent courses in Old English and the

history of the English language taken elsewhere and approved for transfer credit).

Courses in Expository Writing

110F Written Argument. Focus on composing coherent written arguments at the

college leve l , with particular attention to the development and presentation of ev i d e n c e .

Constant practice in short essay writing and revising, and frequent peer review.Topics

for sections are printed in the pre r e g istration materi a l s . ( W r i t i n g - i n t e n s i ve.) (Pro s e m i n a r . )

Open to first-year students only. May not be counted toward the concentration or

minor in English or creative writing.The Department.

310S Non-Fiction Workshop. Designed for students in any concentration who

wish to improve their writing, this workshop provides constant practice in composing

and editing a variety of essays, which may include personal essays, travel writing or

journalism, depending on the focus of the workshop.The focus changes annually and

will be announced in the preregistration materials. Frequent written and small group

assignments. (Writing-intensive. Open to juniors and seniors only.) May not be

counted toward the concentration or minor in English or creative writing. Maximum

enrollment, 16. Hall.

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Courses in Literature and Creative Writing

150F,S Introduction to Literary Study. The study, through intensive discussion

and frequent essays, of a variety of texts, including representative examples of poetry,

fiction and drama. Emphasis on techniques of close reading and developing a critical

vocabulary appropriate for interpreting each genre.Topics for individual sections are

printed in the pre-registration materials. (Writing-intensive.) (Proseminar.) Open to

first-year students only.The Department.

204F,S The Study of Poetry. Close reading of poems written in English from the

Middle Ages to the present, with special attention to literary, social and historical

influences and conventions that have defined the genre and its reception in various

periods. (Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, 150 or equivalent. Not open to senior

concentrators.The Department.

205F,S The Study of the Novel. Forms of prose fiction since the 18th century.

Attention to the primary structural features of the novel and the relations of narrative

forms to social and historical contexts. Prerequisite, 150 or equivalent. Not open to

senior concentrators. Not open to firs t - year students in the fall.The Department.

[206F] The Study of Drama. Drama in English from the Middle Ages to the

present, with special attention to literary, social and historical influences and conven-

tions that have defined the genre and its reception in va r ious peri o d s . P re r e q u i s i t e, 1 5 0

or equiva l e n t , or T h e a t r e 110. Not open to firs t - year students and senior concentrators.

[213] Introduction to U.S. Latino/a Literatures. For full description, see

Spanish 213.

2 1 5 F, S I n t r o d u c t o r y Po e t r y and Fiction Wo r k s h o p. I n t r oduction to fundamental

techniques of fiction and poetry. Regular writing and reading assignments as well as

c r itiques in class. ( P ro s e m i n a r .) Pre r e q u i s i t e, 150 or 204. Not open to firs t - year students

in the fall.The Department.

221F Introduction to Old English. The language and literature of England from

the invasion of the Anglo-Saxons to the Norman Conquest. Emphasis on Old English

in the original, connecting linguistic and literary forms of this era to the development

of oral and written traditions thereafter (pre-1700). Prerequisite, 150 or equivalent.

Not open to first-year students.Terrell.

222F Chaucer and Constructions of Narratorial Authority. A study of The

C a n t e r b u r y Ta l e s and selected short poems. Major concerns include Chaucer’s language,

humor and treatment of issues of gender and class. Special attention to the uses of

literary traditions and innovations in the creation of narratorial voice and character

(pre-1700). Prerequisite, 150 or equivalent.Terrell.

[224S] Playwriting. For full description, see Theatre 224.

2 2 5 S S h a k e s p e a r e. I n t r o d u c t o r y survey of selected plays (pre - 1 7 0 0 ) . P r e re q u i s i t e, 1 5 0

or equiva l e n t , or T h e a t r e 110. Open to firs t - year students and sophomores only. S t ro u t .

228S Milton. Study of Milton’s English poetry and major prose, with particular

attention to Pa r adise Lost.Topics for consideration include Milton’s ideas on Chri s t i a n

heroism, individual conscience, the relations between the sexes and the purpose of

education (pre-1700). Prerequisite, 150 or equivalent, or consent of instructor. Not

open to first-year students.Thickstun.

[229] The Puritan Literary Tradition. The literature of the dissenting tradition

in colonial America and Puritan England. Attention to ideas about literacy and

evolving attitudes toward the nature of writing and reading and their roles in

re l i g i o u s , c o m m unal and personal life.Works such as Bradford ’s Of Plymouth Plantation,

Bunyan’s Pilgrim’s Progress, spiritual autobiographies, captivity narratives, poems and

works by such later authors as Franklin, Alcott and Hawthorne who grew out of this

tradition (pre-1700). Prerequisite, 150 or equivalent, or consent of instructor.

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235F Children of Empire. Examines the relations of literary forms such as the

Bildungsroman to the growth of the British Empire in the 19th century. Authors

include Austen, Dickens, Eliot, Carroll, Hardy and Kipling (1700-1900). Prerequisite,

150 or equivalent. Not open to seniors. P. O’Neill.

[ 2 4 5 S ] A m e r ican Dreams and Nightmare s : The A m e r ican Gothic. D eve l o p-

m e n t of the American gothic tradition from the 18th century through the 20th.

Attention to the intersections between gothic literature and A m e r ican history and politics,

m e d i c a l and public-health campaigns, racial conflicts, gender anxieties and religious

se n t i m e n t . Readings mainly in fiction but consideration of selected non-fiction, i n c l u d i n g

m e d i c a l w r iting and autobiogr a p hy, and of films.A u t h o r s may include Charles B ro c k d e n

B row n , Po e, Charlotte Perkins Gilman, Faulkner and Morrison (1700-1900).

Prerequisite, 150 or equivalent. Not open to seniors.

255F The Marrow of African-American Literature. Exploration of the reasons

and means by which A f r i c a n - A m e r icans actively engaged in the production of literary

forms to more completely express their identities and unbroken spirits in the face of

enslavement, exclusion and terror. Focus on the themes of abduction, separation,

enslavement, resistance and the inscription of self on the emergent national culture.

Readings from such wri t e r s as Olaudah Equiano, Phillis W h e a t l e y, F re d e r ick Douglass,

Frances Watkins Harper, Charles Chesnutt and W. E. B. Du Bois (1700-1900).

Prerequisite, 150 or equivalent, or consent of instructor. Open to sophomores and

juniors only. (Same as Comparative Literature 255.) Odamtten.

257F American Literature to 1865. Exploration of how, in providential visions

and utopian fantasies, gothic hauntings and transcendental reimaginings, writers from

the 1600s through Hawthorne, Melville, Douglass and Dickinson shaped their images

of “ A m e r i c a ” and attempted to reconcile its possibilities with its limitations (1700-1900).

Prerequisite, 150 or equivalent, or American Studies 201. Not open to students who

have taken 256. Not open to seniors except with permission of the depart m e n t . S c h o r b.

[ 2 6 6 S ] The Emergence of U. S. M o d e r n i s m s . Effects of the international modern i s t

m ovement on the literature of the United States, f r om the beginnings of the 20th

century to 1950.Attention to authors such as Anderson, Frost, Hemingway, Stein,

Faulkner, Hurston, Moore and Ellison (post-1900). Prerequisite, 150 or equivalent,

256 or American Studies 201. Not open to seniors.

267F Literature and the Environment. Surveys the history of environmentalist

thinking as it has been reflected in literary texts. Examines key ideas of environmen-

talism and questions of representation, literary value and political relevance. Authors

include Thoreau, Faulkner, Leopold, Abbey, Lopez and Jeffers, as well as a few non-

American writers.Texts include memoirs, essays, novels and poems (post-1900).

Prerequisite, 150 or equivalent, American Studies 201, Biology 110 or 150,

Environmental Studies 150 or Geology 103, 105 or 110. Oerlemans.

282S New Literatures in English. Study of literature in English as a global

phenomenon. Focus on writers who are neither British nor North American —

many of them from once-colonized nations in Asia, Africa and the Caribbean, some

of them transnational migrants — and how they have extended the boundaries of

English literature, not only geographically but thematically and stylistically.Typical

authors include Chinua Achebe,Tsitsi Dangarembga,V. S. Naipaul, Arundhati Roy

and Salman Rushdie (post-1900). (Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, 150 or equivalent,

or consent of instructor. (Same as Comparative Literature 282.) Gane.

[285F] Detective Story, Tradition and Experiment. For full description, see

Comparative Literature 285.

[293F] The Making of English. Development of the English language from the

Old English of Anglo-Saxon England to contemporary New Englishes around the

world. Attention to the processes of change shaping syntax, the sound system and the

lexicon as these evolved over the centuries; the nature of oral cultures; the develop-

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ment of writing and textual conventions; varieties of English, especially contemporary

dialects and New Englishes; and the role of English as a global language. Prerequisite,

150 or equivalent, or consent of instructor.

297S Introduction to Literary Theory. For full description, see Comparative

Literature 297.

304F Intermediate Poetry Workshop. For students whose work and purpose have

developed sufficiently to warrant continuing work in poetry. Regular writing and

reading assignments, as well as critiques in class. Prerequisite, 204 and 215. Maximum

enrollment, 16. Guttman.

305F,S Intermediate Fiction Workshop. For students whose work and purpose

have developed sufficiently to warrant continuing work in fiction. Regular writing

and reading assignments as well as critiques in class. Prerequisite, 205 and 215.

Maximum enrollment, 16.The Department.

[ 3 1 5 F ] L i t e r a r y T h e o r y and Literary Study. Uses of stru c t u r a l i s m , d e c o n s t r u c t i o n ,

Marxism, feminism and theories of race, nation and sexuality in literary analysis.

(Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, a 200-level course in literature. Open to juniors and

seniors only. Not open to first-year students. (Same as Comparative Literature 315.)

[323S] Middle English Literature. Medieval literature of Britain, primarily from

the 14th century. Readings include Chaucer’s Troilus and Criseyde, Sir Gawain and the

Green Knight, Pe a r l , M a l o r y ’s E v e ry m a n and selections from Piers Plowman and A rt h u r i a n

texts (pre-1700). (Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, a 200-level course in literature.

Not open to first-year students.

[324S] Romance and Religion in Medieval European Literature. For full

description, see Comparative Literature 324.

326F English Renaissance Women Writers. Works by and about women written

between 1550 and 1660, including plays by Shakespeare,Webster, Middleton and

Elizabeth Faulkland; poems by Spenser, Mary Wroth, Amelia Lanyer and Anne

Bradstreet; short prose by Bathshua Makin, Margaret Fell, Elizabeth Clinton and

Elizabeth Joceline. Attention to the reception of women writers in their day and in

literary history (pre-1700). (Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, a 200-level course in

literature. Not open to first-year students.Thickstun.

[ 3 2 7 F ] English Renaissance Literature : 1 5 5 0 - 1 6 6 0 . Study of selected non-dramatic

works by such authors as Sidney, S p e n s e r, Jo n s o n , D o n n e ,W roth and Marve l l . E m p h a s i s

on portions of Spenser’s A r t h u r ian epic poem, The Fa e rie Queene. A t t e n t i o n to such

thematic concerns as time and mu t a b i l i t y, gender relations and the urbanization o f

London (pre - 1 7 0 0 ) . ( W r i t i n g - i n t e n s ive.) Pre re q u i s i t e , a 200-level course in literature.

Not open to first-year students.

328S English Renaissance Drama. Study of plays by such contemporaries of

Shakespeare as Marlowe, Jonson, Middleton and Webster. Focus on revenge tragedies

and comedies set in London (pre-1700). (Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, a 200-level

course in literature. Not open to first-year students. Strout.

[331F] Sex Comedy: English Drama, 1660-1800. Study of selected plays

performed on the London stage during the Restoration and 18th century.Works by

such authors as Behn,Wycherly, Etherege, Congreve, Steele, Centlivre, Goldsmith and

S h e r i d a n . Topics include the ideology of the drama, the development of stock characters

and the relationship of production to interpretation (1700-1900). (Writing-intensive.)

P r e re q u i s i t e , a 200-level course in literature or theatre. Not open to firs t - year students.

335F “Mad, Bad and Dangerous to Know:” Romantic Writers in

Nineteenth-Century England. Study of the theory and practice of the major

English Romantics, with special emphasis on the relations of poetry to environmental

and social issues (1700-1900). (Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, a 200-level course in

literature. Not open to first-year students. P. O’Neill.

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351S American Captivities. Why, in a so-called “land of the free,” does captivity

— as lived experience, recurring theme and specialized genre — figure so promi-

nently in A m e r ican literature? Using the early A m e r ican genre of the “Indian captiv i t y

narrative” (traditionally, narratives by white colonists captured by Native Americans)

as a spri n g b o a r d , we’ll read a selection of works across genres and peri o d s , f r o m sl ave

n a r r a t ive s , to prison and internment wri t i n g s , to contemporary fictions that invo ke, adapt

and revise notions of A m e r ican captivity (1700-1900). ( W r i t i n g - i n t e n s ive.) Pre re q u i s i t e ,

a 200-level course in literature. Not open to first-year students. Schorb.

3 5 3 F A n g l o - A m e r ican Modern i s m . P r incipal trends in Modernist literature wri t t e n

in the United States and the United Kingdom roughly from 1900 to 1945. E x a m i n a t i o n

of the contours of the primary tradition, as well as attention to counter-traditions that

evolved alongside the accepted canon. Readings of poems, novels and stories by such

writers as Yeats, Conrad, Joyce,Woolf, Eliot, Pound, Lewis, Ford,West and Loy will

provide the context for understanding the larger trajectory of Modernism together

with the opportunity for more detailed consideration of specific individual writers

(post-1900). (Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, a 200-level course in literature. Not

open to first-year students.Yao.

[373S] Poetries of Place in the Twentieth-Century Americas. Examination of

works by poets from the United States (Fro s t , B i s h o p, M e r w i n , R i c h ) , Canada (Cars o n ) ,

South America (Neruda) and the Caribbean (Philip). Focus on the concept of place

— geogr a p h i c a l , social and metaphorical (post-1900). ( W r i t i n g - i n t e n s i ve.) Pre re q u i s i t e,

a 200-level course in literature. Not open to first-year students.

374S The Hollywood Novel. A look at novels dealing with or set in Hollywood

and adaptations of novels to film. Students will write short screen adaptations from

short fiction and work together as a team (or in teams) on digital video pro d u c t i o n s

of one or more student scre e n p l ays (post-1900). ( W r i t i n g - i n t e n s i ve. ) P re re q u i s i t e , a

2 0 0 - l e vel literature course on narr a t i ve fiction and one of the follow i n g : 215,Art 213,

313, 377, or College 300. Open to juniors and seniors only. Larson.

375F Contemporary American Fiction. Study of short stories and novels by

authors writing in the past 30 years, such as Barth, Acker, Hawkes, Morrison, Delillo,

Mazza,Wideman,Anaya, Kingston, Proulx (post-1900). (Writing-intensive.) Prerequi-

site, a 200-level course in literature (205 or 266 preferred). Not open to first-year

students. Hall.

[376F] Africana Literatures and Critical Discourses. A survey of literatures

produced by writers from former European colonies in Africa and the Caribbean,

with particular attention to literary and theoretical issues, as well as responses to such

developments as Negritude, feminism, Black Power, cultural syncretism, the Anti-

Apartheid movement and globalization. Readings will include poetry, fiction and

drama by such authors as Achebe, Aidoo, Brink, Brutus, Lamming, Ngugi, Okri,

P h i l l i p s , S o yinka and Walcott (post-1900). ( W r i t i n g - i n t e n s i ve.) Pre r e q u i s i t e , a 200-leve l

course in literature or Africana studies. Not open to first-year students. (Same as

Comparative Literature 376.)

378F African-American Literature Beyond the Edge. A critical survey of liter-

a t u res of conjuration, s p e c u l a t i o n , i nvestigation and science fiction produced by

A f r i c a n - Am e r ican wri t e r s from the 19th century to the pre s e n t . The course will

include works by such writers as Chesnutt, Sutton Griggs,W. E. B. Du Bois, Fisher,

Chester Himes, Earnest Gaines, Octavia Butler,Walter Mosley, Steve Barnes, Jewelle

Gomez, Samuel Delaney, Gayle Jones, Derrick Bell, Paula Woods,Tananarive Due and

Nalo H o p k i n s o n . ( W r i t i n g - i n t e n s ive.) Pre re q u i s i t e , a 200-level course in literature or

A f r i c a n a s t u d i e s . Not open to firs t - year students. O d a m t t e n .

[379] Latino/a Experiences in the United States. For full description, see

Spanish 379.

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[383S] Asian American Literature. Introduction to the field of discourse known

as “Asian American literature.” Particular attention to poetry and prose by Chinese

and Chinese Americans in response to their encounters with the U.S. Readings

include translations of classical Chinese and Japanese poems to provide insight into

the dominant views of Asian culture and society, translations of poems by detainees

on Angel Island, the main site of entry for Chinese immigrants during the early

1900s, and poetry and prose written in English throughout the century by Asian

American writers with various cultural backgrounds (post-1900). (Writing-intensive.)

Prerequisite, a 200-level course in literature. Not open to first-year students.

419S Seminar: Creative Writing. For students whose work and purpose have

developed sufficiently to warrant advanced work in fiction, poetry or both. Individual

p rojects leading to a final collection of writings in the form of a nove l , a series of stori e s ,

a series of poems, a full-length play, a series of short plays or any equivalent combination

of works in genres on which the student and instructor agree. Regular writing and

reading assignments, as well as critiques in class. Prerequisite, 304 or 305. Open only

to senior concentrators and, if there is room, senior minors.The Department.

[423S] Seminar: Drama from the Middle Ages to the Renaissance. Study of

the early drama in Britain and some of its continental sources: liturgical and church

drama, cycle plays, morality plays and early Humanist plays. Influence of these works

on Tudor and Stuart dramatists, including Marlowe. Consideration given to documents

related to production and staging. Prerequisite, three courses in literature or theatre.

Open to juniors and seniors only.

[435S] Seminar: Jane Austen: Text and Film. Close reading and discussion of

Austen’s six major novels and some of her minor works and juvenilia. Attention to

questions of genre raised by treatments of the novels in film and television pro d u c t i o n s .

Prerequisite, three courses in literature. Open to juniors and seniors only.

[444S] Seminar: Decadence and Degeneration: Literature of the 1890s.

Consideration of the many new genres and literary experiments that marked this

period of transition between the Victorian and Modern periods. Authors include

Morris,Wilde, Gissing,Wells and West. Prerequisite, three courses in literature. Open

to juniors and seniors only.

447F Seminar: Joyce. A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man, readings in Finnegans

Wake. Major emphasis on Ulysses (post-1900). Prerequisite, three courses in literature

or consent of instructor. Open to juniors and seniors only. Briggs.

[449F] Seminar: Virginia Woolf. Close readings and discussion of the novels from

The Voyage Out through Between the Acts (post-1900). Prerequisite, three courses in

literature or consent of instructor. Open to juniors and seniors only.

452S Seminar: Between the Wars, Between the Sheets: Literature and

Sexuality, 1789-1865. Explores theories and representations of sexuality within

the changing literary and cultural landscape of 18th- and 19th-century America by

tracing the evolution of sexual types and emerging identities (coquette, man of feeling,

h o m o s e x u a l ) . Topics include: c h a n g ing conceptions of gender and marri a g e, rev i va l i s m ,

industrialization, racism. How do specific sites (plantation, city, home) figure as geo-

graphies of desire and dread? How do illicit desires (miscegenation, incest) suggest

new plots and possibilities? Readings by Brown, Rowson, Hawthorne, Melville,

Whitman, James, Jacobs and others . P r e r e q u i s i t e, t h ree courses in literature. Open to

j u n i o r s and seniors only. Schorb.

463S Seminar: The Pound Era. Examination of the age of Modernism through

the efforts of one of its most influential and controversial figures: the poet, promoter,

polemicist and propagandist Ezra Pound. Readings of poetry and fiction from the

period by such writers as T. S. Eliot, H.D. and James Joyce. Discussion of such issues as

the poetic movements of Imagism and Vorticism, translation as a form of Modernist

expression, the role of history in literary discourse, the relationship between poetry

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and politics, questions of formal innovation and the question of American poetic

identity. Prerequisite, three courses in literature. Open to juniors and seniors only.Yao.

[465S] Seminar: Faulkner and the South. Study of Faulkner’s major novels in

the context of the ongoing effort to write the South. Selected readings from authors

such as Twain, Harris,Toomer, Newman, Scott, Porter, Bontemps, O’Connor,Welty,

Morrison and McCarthy. Prerequisite, three courses in literature. Open to juniors and

seniors only.

47 3 S S e m i n a r : Major A f r ican W r i t e r s . A compre h e n s i ve comparative inve s t i g at i o n

into works by two or more contemporary A f r ican wri t e rs . Attention to theore t i c a l and

practical questions of ideology, genre, language, gender, class and geographic region to

determine the multiple articulations among authors, texts and audiences. Prerequisite,

three courses in literature or consent of instructor. Open to juniors and seniors only.

(Same as Comparative Literature 473.) Odamtten.

[474S] Seminar: Major African-American Writers. An in-depth critical investi-

gation into the selected works of at least two contemporary A f r i c a n - A m e r ican wri t e r s .

Focus on the theoretical and practical questions of genre, language, gender, class and

ideology to determine the multiple articulations among authors, texts and audiences,

including non-African-American ones. Prerequisite, three courses in literature. Open

to juniors and seniors only. (Same as Comparative Literature 474.)

475F Shakespeare Around the Globe: International Traditions and

Experiments. For full description, see Comparative Literature 475.

482S Seminar: Border Crossings. Study of works about those who cross national

boundaries, from tourists and cosmopolitan intellectuals to refugees and immigrants.

Readings include fiction by such writers as Jamaica Kincaid, Salman Rushdie and

Michael Ondaatje; non-fiction travel writing and ethnography; and critical texts

ex p l o r ing such concepts as hy b r i d i t y, transnationalism and diaspora. Pa r ticular attention

to travel to, from and within the non-Western world and to how displacement affects

i d e n t i t y. P r e r e q u i s i t e, t h r ee courses in literature. Open to juniors and seniors only. G a n e.

5 0 0 S H o n o r s T h e s i s . Independent study for honors candidates in English, c u l m i n a t i n g

in a thesis.The Department.

550F Honors Project. Independent study for honors candidates in creative writing.

The Department.

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English as a Second Language

Students for whom Standard American English is not a first or native language may

be advised to elect Writing 101 in the first semester. It is a writing-intensive course

especially designed to assist those students who are not native speakers of English in

sharpening their writing skills for college-level work in all academic disciplines.

Writing 101 is open to all students, in addition to those with advisor-recommended

placement, who desire advanced instruction and ongoing practice in English language

usage in an academic setting. A one-semester course in which grades are given, it

provides regular academic credit toward graduation requirements and satisfies the

College-wide requirement of one writing-intensive course during the first year.

Student tutors with training in English as a Second Language will be available to

assist students with work in all their courses, including Writing 101. An additional

one-semester course,Writing 102, is offered in the spring semester.The program may

be used throughout the year for diagnostic assessment and tutoring.

101F College Writing. Readings and writing in a variety of subject areas and disci-

plines to deepen understanding of Standard American English; to enhance the ability

of expression in college-level writings, such as essays, examinations and research

papers; to expand vocabulary and increase speed of comprehension and writing in

English. (Writing-intensive.) Maximum enrollment, 10. Rupprecht.

102S College Writing. Writing 102 follows the format of 101 and is open to all

students whether they have taken 101 or not. (Writing-intensive.) Bartle.

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127 Environmental Studies

Environmental Studies

Faculty

William A. Pfitsch, Chair (Biology) Onno Oerlemans (English) (S)

Peter F. Cannavó (Government) Todd W. Rayne (Geology)

Eugene W. Domack (Geology) (F) Julio Videras (Economics)

Katheryn H. Doran (Philosophy)

Environmental studies concerns human interaction with the world in which we live.

A number of departments and programs contribute to courses in this interdisciplinary

field.The minor in environmental studies consists of five courses, including 150; three

courses chosen from the environmental studies course list, at least one of which must

be above the 100-leve l ; and a fifth course chosen from either the env i r onmental studies

course list or the related course list. A student may count at most two courses from a

single department toward the minor.The four electives must include at least one

course from within and one course from outside the natural sciences. A student may

count for the minor at most two courses from programs away from Hamilton. Some

of these courses have prerequisites that are not specified below.

150S Society and the Environment. An introduction to environmental studies.

Emphasis on scientific understanding of the causes and implications of, and potential

solutions for, problems that result from human abuse of the environment. Several

current environmental problems examined within scientific, historical, sociological

and economic contexts. (Same as Biology 150.) Williams.

Environmental Studies Courses

Biology

115 Biology: Fundamentals and Frontiers

237 Ecology

260 Geomicrobiology

437 Tropical Field Ecology

Comparative Literature

234 The Wilderness in Words/Adirondack Adventure II

Economics

380 Environmental Economics

English

267 Literature and the Environment

Geology

103 Principles of Geology: The Geology and Development of Modern

Africa

105 Principles of Geology: Global Environmental Change and Wilderness

110 Principles of Geology: Geology and the Environment

112 Principles of Geology: Ocean Science

209 Hydrogeology

210 Glacial Geology

222 Earth’s Climate: Past and Future

236 Soils and the Environment

240 Meteorology

260 Geomicrobiology

285 Antarctica and Global Change

309 Advanced Hydrogeology and the Environment

Government

285 Introduction to Environmental Politics

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Philosophy

235 Environmental Ethics

Religious Studies

320 Environmentalism as Metaphor: Spirit, Nature and Civilization in

Industrial and Post-Industrial America

Related Courses

Art History

151 Architecture and the Environment

Biology

110 Principles of Biology: Organismal

213 Marine Biology

Chemistry

120 Principles of Chemistry

125 Principles of Chemistry: Theory and Applications

Economics

340 Economic Development

Geology

211 Sedimentary Geology

370 Coastal Geology and Environmental Oceanography

Mathematics

253 Statistical Analysis of Data

Philosophy

111 Contemporary Moral Issues

Public Policy

251 Introduction to Public Policy

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129 Foreign Languages

Foreign Languages

A concentration in foreign languages requires the completion of eight courses in at

least two foreign languages, including at least two 200-level courses and one 300-level

course in each.

Students may combine courses from Classics (Greek, Latin); East Asian languages

and literatures (Chinese, Japanese); German and Russian languages and literatures

(German); French; Russian Studies (Russian); and Spanish.The combination may be

departmental or interdepartmental. Students wishing to count other languages or

work done at other institutions toward the concentration must receive approval from

the chair of the appropriate department.All concentrators in foreign languages will

be required to pass language proficiency tests in two foreign languages. Additional

requirements for an appropriate senior or honors program will be set by the chairs

of the departments of concentration.

Besides a broad program of language study on campus, the College administers study

abroad programs in China, France and Spain. In addition, Hamilton is a member of

the American Collegiate Consortium Exchange Program for study in Russia and

other republics of the former U.S.S.R., as well as of the Intercollegiate Center for

Classical Studies in Rome and the American School of Classical Studies in Athens.

(For further information, see “Academic Programs and Services.”)

Students are advised to begin, or continue, their study of a foreign language early

in their college course. Instruction in the following languages is offered at Hamilton:

Chinese (see East Asian Languages and Literatures)

French (see French)

German (see German and Russian Languages and Literatures)

Greek (see Classics)

Japanese (see East Asian Languages and Literatures)

Latin (see Classics)

Russian (see Russian Studies)

Spanish (see Spanish)

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French

Faculty

John C. O’Neal, Chair (S) Joan Hinde Stewart

Cheryl A. Morgan, Acting Chair, Spring

Martine Guyot-Bender (F,S) Special Appointments

Roberta L. Krueger (F,S) John Gallucci

Joseph E. Mwantuali Fatma Saïd

Jennifer Phillips Philip Stewart

A concentration in French consists of nine courses nu m b e r ed 140 or higher, i n c l u d i n g

2 0 0 ; 211 or 212; 250 or 280; t wo 400-level cours e s ; and two electives at the 300 or 400

level; an additional quarter-credit course, 395, is also required in the senior year. Any

h i s t o r y, c i vilization or culture course offered by another department and concentrating

specifically on France or another Francophone country satisfies the 250-280 require-

ment but will not count as one of the nine concentration courses.

During their senior year, concentrators in French must: 1) enroll in at least one

400-level course during both the fall and spring semesters; one of these courses

must focus on literature before 1800; 2) complete a one-quarter credit course, 395;

3) complete a substantial research paper in a 400-level course, normally in the spring

semester; 4) participate in an assessment of their oral proficiency in an interview

conducted by outside examiners early in the spring semester. Concentrators may not

normally fulfill the requirement for the major through the election of a 200-level

course during their senior year.A complete description of the Senior Program is

available in Christian Johnson 202.

To attain honors in French, students must have an average of A- or better in all

coursework in the department and must, during the spring semester of their senior

ye a r, complete a third course (550) with an average of A- or better on both the re q u i re d

paper and the oral defense. Candidates for honors are exempt from writing a research

paper in their re q u i r ed 400-level class; t h ey will fulfill all other re q u i rements of the class.

A minor in French consists of five courses numbered 140 or higher, including at

least one literature course and one course at the 300 level or higher.

Hamilton College Junior Year in France

After a preliminary four-week orientation in Biarritz, students register at the

Université de Paris III. In consultation with the director, they select a program of

four courses per semester from those offered at Paris III or at other institutes such

as the Institut d’Etudes Politiques, the Institut Catholique and the Ecole du Louvre.

In addition, a number of special courses taught by French professors are arranged by

Hamilton in Paris.

The Université de Paris and the special institutes announce their courses at the

beginning of each academic year. The director makes specific course information

ava i l a ble to students as soon as possibl e. M a ny va r ied courses in art history, e c o n o m i c s ,

French language and literature, history, music, philosophy, political science, sociology

and theatre are offered. Students are urged to take at least one semester of a language

class and are encouraged to select a balanced program of courses in different disci-

plines. A detailed description of selected courses offered in 2004-05 is contained in

the program’s catalogue.

All courses taken with the Hamilton College Junior Year count toward the gradua-

tion requirement. However, students with concentrations other than French must

consult with the appropriate department before departure about transfer of credit for

the concentration.

The Hamilton College Junior Year in France is for a full academic year.The

department believes that far greater linguistic and cultural benefits are gained from an

academic year in France, rather than from a semester. Concentrators and other serious

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language students are there f o re e ncouraged to participate in the nine-month program.

A semester option is available, however, to pre-med students majoring in the sciences

(including mathematics and computer science) and students whose academic plans

necessitate attending another semester program in another country.

110F First-Term French. A thorough grounding in speaking, writing, reading and

comprehension.Textbook readings and exercises supplemented by short texts and

films. Four hours of class, session with a teaching assistant and laboratory work.

Intended for begi n n e r s . F i r s t - year students who follow the sequence through 140 may

qualify for the Junior Year in France Program, with consent of the director. Morgan.

111F Intensive French Review. A fast-paced course for students who have had

some French in high school but need a thorough review of basics before continuing.

Grammatical rev i ew and intensive oral and written practice. Four hours of class, re g u l ar

lab work and session with a teaching assistant. Students who complete the class with a

C or better can enroll in 130 in the spring. Mwantuali.

1 2 0 S S e c o n d - Te r m Fre n c h . I n c r eased instruction in aural compre h e n s i o n , s p e a k i n g ,

reading and writing. Students engage in more in-depth conversation and writing

assignments about everyday life and cultural topics related to French speaking areas

a r ound the wo r l d . Four hours of class, with additional independent drill and laboratory

work as well as Internet exploration. (Proseminar.) Prerequisite, 110 or placement in

111/120.Although a natural continuation of 110, 120 can be taken independently.

First-year students who follow the sequence to 140 may qualify to attend the Junior

Year in France. Phillips.

130F,S Communication in Francophone Cultural Contexts: Intermediate

French I. The diversity of the French-speaking world will provide the material for

students’ active engagement and greater proficiency in speaking, comprehending,

reading and writing French. Review of basic grammar, oral practice and conversation,

readings in contemporary social issues.The course incorporates texts, films, music and

Web-based activities as the basis for discussion, d e b a t e, exposés and short compositions.

Prerequisite, 111, 120 or French placement exam.Three hours of class and session

with teaching assistant. Phillips (Fall); Said (Spring).

140F,S Communication in Francophone Cultural Contexts: Intermediate

French II. This course ventures further into the French-speaking world, as students

gain increased proficiency in understanding, speaking, reading and writing French.

Students will work on a va r iety of topics which may be based on French telev i s i o n , f i l m ,

the Web, short fiction or drama. Special focus on oral presentation and composition.

( P ro s e m i n a r .) Pre r e q u i s i t e , 130 or consent of instru c t o r .T h r ee hours of class and session

with teaching assistant. O’Neal (Fall);The Department (Spring).

200F,S Introduction to French Studies. A “bridge” course between language and

content-based courses.Written and oral argumentation; introduction to the analysis of

l i t e r a r y texts such as fa i r y tales or short stories with a focus on the cultural backgro u n d

i n f o r ming them.Applied grammar and vo c a b u l a r y - bu i l d i n g . ( W r i t i n g - i n t e n s ive. ) Three

hours of class and session with teaching assistant. Mwantuali (Fall); Morgan (Spring).

211F Introduction to French Literature I. Study of representative works of

literature from 1800 to the present within their sociopolitical and intellectual context.

Special attention given to literary analysis. Oral participation required.Written and

oral reports. Although not a prerequisite, 200 is strongly recommended.Taught in

French. P. Stewart.

212S Introduction to French Literature II. Study of representative genres from

the Middle Ages to 1800: the epic, romance, the lai, lyric poetry, theatre and prose

fiction. Focus on problems and techniques of literary analysis. Class discussion, oral

p r esentations and papers . ( W r i t i n g - i n t e n s i ve.) (Pro s e m i n a r .) Although not a pre r e q u isite,

200 is strongly recommended.Taught in French. Phillips.

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[ 2 5 0 F ] E x p l o r ing Contemporary France. Va r iety of pers p e c t i ves on 20th-century

France including geography and history; regionalism; evolution of France within the

European context and world politics; socio-political groups and popular culture. Class

material includes documentaries, films and electronic media sources, as well as more

traditional material. (Proseminar.) Prerequisite, 140 but 200 is strongly recommended.

Students conduct semester-long research to be presented at the end of the semester.

[252] Remembering the Past, Reassessing the Present. Using as a point of

departure Pierre Nora’s monumental Les Lieux de mémoire, this course will focus on

many of the crucial places, times and events — the memory of which has become

part of the French collective consciousness.These have not only shaped France’s past

but have also given rise to its contemporary culture. Oral presentations and written

papers. (Proseminar.) Prerequisite, 200 or consent of instructor.

280S Francophone Cultures. An introduction to cultures of different French-

speaking areas beyond the Hexagon:Africa, the Caribbean, Canada.Topics include

the history of slavery, colonization and neo-colonization; literatures; sculptures, masks,

p a i n t i n g s ; fa s h i o n ; and cuisines. Discussion based on re a d i n g s , films and presentations by

native informants. Although not a prerequisite, 200 is strongly recommended.

Instructor’s consent required for those returning from study in France.Taught in

F r e n c h . M a x i m um enro l l m e n t , 4 0 . M w a n t u a l i .

292S New York/New France: French Travel Narratives in North America.

Examines early French travel writing from North America by explorers, missionaries

and settlers. Narratives by Jacques Cartier, selections from Samuel de Champlain and

writings pertaining to the early and regional history of New York State.Themes

include the encounter between Native Americans and the French, the evolving

nature of French and American cultural and political relations, and the early history

of Hamilton College. Consideration of the travel narrative as a literary and historical

genre and of problems this writing presents in interpretation to the modern reader.

All readings in English translation.With permission, qualified students may do the

readings and written work in French for a French elective credit. (Proseminar.) (Same

as Comparative Literature 292 and History 292). Gallucci.

[295S] Advanced Composition and Oral Practice. Current events in the fran-

cophone world provide the basis for class discussions. Oral exposés and short papers.

Particularly intended for students who wish to hone their speaking and writing skills

before study abroad.The main focus this semester will be on the history and artistry

of French cinema. Prerequisite, 200 or consent of instructor.Taught in French.

[ 3 5 0 S ] Po p u l a r / P opulist Film and Literature. This course presents some master-

p i e c e s and new development of popular/populist film and literature.Text and film are

studied in parallel, or texts are used to create film synopsis.The course also intro-

duces/reviews language of film and literature analysis as well as theories of popular/

populist practices. Reading for pleasure is encouraged at all times. (Writing-intensive.)

Prerequisite, 200 or above required.Taught in French.

375S Special Topics: Artist and Author. This course will examine the particular

im p o r tance of artists and the visual arts in modern French culture from both a histori c a l

and theoretical perspective.Topics include: the myth of the artist in fiction and film;

the connections between artistic and literary movements (Romanticism, Realism,

Symbolism, Surrealism); the personal affinities and exchanges between writers and

a r tists — Diderot and Gre u z e, B a u d e l a i re and Delacro i x , Zola and Manet, A p p o l l i n a i r e

and Picasso; and the rise of book illustration, photography and “visual culture.”

Prerequisite, 200 or above, or consent of instructor.Taught in French. Phillips.

395F Stylistics, Critical Approaches, Research Methods. Review of essential

elements of French style, examination of selected critical approaches used in the wri t i ng

of cultural and literary studies, survey of methods of library and electronic research

and bibliography.A quarter-credit course that prepares senior concentrators to write a

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major paper in a 400-level course in the spring. Open to senior concentrators only.

Required for the concentration.The Department.

[403S] In Her Own Voice: French Women Writers of the Middle Ages and

the Renaissance. Analysis of works by women in France during the first 1,000 years

of French literary history. Authors include Radegund, Dhuoda, Heloise, Marie de

France, the female troubadors and trouvères, Marguerite Porete, Christine de Pizan

and Louise Labé.Topics include the problem of female voices in manuscript culture;

women’s roles in convents, courts and the family; spirituality and heresy; sexuality and

desire; changing ideas of honor; female authors’ critique of misogyny and their

rewriting of courtly and clerical models. Oral presentations and written projects.

Taught in French. Prerequisite, 211 or 212.

[404S] Arthurian Fictions: Quests and Questions. This course examines the

origins and evolution of the Arthurian legend, from the verse narratives of Marie de

France, Chrétien de Troyes and Heldris de Cornualle to the monumental prose cycle

containing Lancelot La Queste du Saint Graal and La Mort du Roi Arthur. Analysis

of the romances’ construction and questioning of gender roles, social identities and

religious ideals.Also considered is the Arthurian legacy in contemporary films, such

as Rohmer’s Perceval, Bresson’s Lancelot and the comic Les Visiteurs.Taught in French.

Prerequisite, 211 or above.

[406S] Comic Visions in French Literature from the Fabliaux to Figaro.

Analysis of comic perspectives on society, language and literature from Old French

fa r ce through the early modern peri o d . Works and authors include Aucassin et Nicolette,

selected fa b l i a u x,the Farce de Maistre Pa t h e l i n , M a r g u e r ite de Nava r re, R a b e l a i s , M o l i è re

and Le Mariage de Figaro.Taught in the ori g inal French or in modern French translation

when appropriate. Prerequisite, 211 or above, or consent of instructor.

[408F] The Passions of the Soul. Combines an introduction to 17th-century

French culture and society with an analysis of the period’s thinking on manners,

morals, ambition, spiritual devotion, duty, self-love, hypocrisy and animal souls. Special

attention to the role the passions play for this age in the works of authors such as

Descartes, François de Sales, La Bruyère, La Fontaine, La Rochefoucauld, Mme de

Lafayette, Molière, Pascal and Racine. Prerequisite, 211, 212 or consent of instructor.

409F Masters of French Classical Comedy. Discussion of the comical elements

in several masterpieces by Molière, Marivaux and Beaumarchais serves as the point of

departure for analysis of the society and culture of 17th- and 18th-century France.

Prerequisite, 211 or above, or consent of instructor. O’Neal.

[410S] The Enlightenment’s Fascination with the Other. Otherness and the

Other in 18th-century narrative.We will consider the themes of difference, exoticism,

exclusion, marginality, criminality, madness and monsters, among others.We will also

explore how this new consciousness of Otherness helped stimulate the birth of the

social sciences in France, with particular emphasis on anthropology. Authors to be

studied might include Vo l t a i r e, P r é v o s t , G r a f f i g n y, M o n t e s q u i e u , de Beaumont, D i d e ro t ,

Marivaux, Rousseau, Sade. Prerequisite, one 300- or 400-level literature class. Open

to juniors and seniors or consent of instructor.

4 1 1 F P r o s e Narrative and the Novel to 1800. The development of the novel as

a genre, with its medieval and Renaissance background, but an emphasis on the 17th

and 18th centuri e s . Readings will include such wri t e rs as Chrestien de Troye s , R a b e l a i s ,

Scarron, Madame de Lafayette, Prevost, Madame de Graffigny, Diderot, Rousseau,

Lacios and Sade. Prerequisite, 211 or above, or consent of instructor. P. Stewart.

[415F] Writing the City: Literary Paris. Examination of the ways in which an

i n c reasingly modern Pa r is looms large in the 19th-century literary imagi n a t i o n . To p i c s

include money, licit and illicit pleasure, alienation, flânerie, fashion, urban renewal and

decadence.Attention to the historical and social geography of 19th-century Paris

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complements close readings of Balzac, Girardin, Flaubert, Baudelaire, Zola and Verne.

Prerequisite, 211 or above, or consent of instructor.

420S New Directions in Contemporary French Women’s Writing. Critical

examination of current trends in French women’s writing with attention to the

cultural locations of women’s detective novels, erotic fiction, the bande dessinee and

comic texts. Authors may include Vargas, Despentes, Ernaux, Cestac, Brétécher,

Constant, Ndiaye, Darrieusecq and Nothomb. Prerequisite, 211 or above, or consent

of instructor.Taught in French. Maximum enrollment, 41. Morgan.

435S Twentieth-Century Literature:War and Mal du siecle. Study of the

reaction of the writers during and after the two World Wars.Topics include freedom,

revolt, and the absurd.Works (novels, short stories, poetry, theater, theoretical texts and

films) and authors to be discussed: the Surrealists, Sartre, Camus, Nizan, Anouilh,

Duras and Sarraute. Prerequisite, 211, 212 or consent of instructor.Taught in French.

Mwantuali.

[455F] Studies in Francophone Literature: The African Novel. Critical exami-

nation of the novel’s evolution from the colonial period through independence and

on to post-colonial writing.The search for authenticity and answers to problems of

narrative technique, oral and written traditions, audience,African feminism, politics

and the role of the writer. Authors include Lomani Tshibamba, Sembene Ousmane,

Nafissatou Diallo, Andrée Blouin,Valentin-Yves Mudimbe, Ahmadou Kourouma,

Henri Lopes, Calixthe Beyala, Aminata Sow Fall and Mariama Ba.Taught in French.

Prerequisite, one 200-level course in French or consent of instructor. Open to senior

concentrators.

550S Honors Project. Independent study program consisting of the preparation

and oral defense of a paper for students who qualify as candidates for departmental

honors. Only students having an average of A- or better in courses counting toward

the concentration at the end of the first semester of the senior year may qualify. In

order to earn honors, other requirements must be fulfilled as outlined above.The

Department.

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Geoarchaeology

Faculty

David G. Bailey (Geology)

George T. Jones (Anthropology)

Geoarchaeology uses geologic methods and principles to enhance interpretations of

the archaeological record, focusing on such issues as geochronology and stratigraphic

succession, processes of deposition and diagenesis, paleoenvironmental reconstruction

and landscape evolution. Designed for students with shared interests in geology and

archaeology, the concentration builds on the common histories and research domains

of these fields.A concentration in geoarchaeology consists of 10 units of credit taken

from the existing curricula of the Anthropology and Geology departments. Required

courses include:Archaeology 106 and Principles of Geology (Geology 103 to 122);

A rc h a e o l ogy 325; t w o courses from A r c h a e o l o gy 234, 243 or 245; G e o l o gy 211 or 222;

t wo courses from Geology 220, 236 or 290; G e o a rc h a e o l ogy 360; and Geoarc h a e o l og y

5 0 0 - 5 0 1 . C o n c e n t r a t o rs must fulfill their senior project re q u i rement through satisfa c t o r y

completion of 500-501. Honors will be awarded on the basis of excellence in course-

work and a superior Senior Project.

Students are encouraged to take one or both field courses (Archaeology 280 and

Geology 265). Students considering careers in geoarchaeology or related fields should

take additional courses in biology, chemistry and other sciences.

[360S] Quaternary Geochronology. Examines the development and application

of dating techniques that are appropriate over the last five million years, including

dendrochronology, 210Pb, radiocarbon, Uranium-series, paleomagnetic, thermolumi-

nescence and cosmogenic surface exposure dating. Examples drawn from geologic and

archaeological contexts that are important to climate change and hominid evolution.

Field trips. Prerequisite, Geology 211, 222 or consent of instructor. One-half credit.

(Same as Geology 360.) (Next offered 2005-06.)

500F-501S Senior Project. A two-term course during which concentrators pursue

an independent project and give a public presentation of their results. Proposals for

projects must be accepted in the spring semester of the student’s junior year. 501 may

not be taken as a separate course. One course credit for 500 and one-half credit for

501.The Program.

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Geology

Faculty

Eugene W. Domack, Chair (F) Barbara J.Tewksbury (F)

David G. Bailey

Cynthia R. Domack Special Appointment

Todd W. Rayne Sharon Kanfoush

A concentration in geology consists of 11.5 units of credit in courses including one

course in Principles of Geology (103 to 122), 209, 211 or 222, 220, 230, 290, 310,

510-511 and one other course in geology numbered 200 or higher. A sequence of

two courses in one of the supporting sciences is also required (Chemistry 120 and a

second chemistry course numbered 190 or above, Physics 100 and 105 or 190 and

195, Math 113 and 114, Computer Science 110 and 111, or Biology 110 and 111).

The supporting science re q u i r ement must be discussed with the departmental support i n g

science advisor at time of declaration of concentration and should be completed b e f o r e

the start of senior year. A Senior Project is required (510-511) for the concentration,

and a complete description of the program is available in Science 104. Satisfactory

completion of a junior and senior essay will also be required. All concentrators,

especially those planning a career in the earth and environmental sciences, should

take additional courses in chemistry, mathematics, physics, computer science and

biology according to the student’s interests. Departmental honors will be awarded

on the basis of excellence in coursework, a superior Senior Project and completion

of two additional courses in the supporting sciences as listed above.

A minor consists of a course in Principles of Geology and four units of credit in

other courses at the 200 level or above that are approved by the department.

Students interested in careers in oceanography should consider concentrations in

chemistry or mathematics with supporting courses in geology including 112, 210,

211, 222, 220, 320, 340 and 370 and Biology 213. Students interested in careers in

m e t e o ro l o gy should consider concentrations in physics or mathematics with support i n g

courses in geology including 112, 210, 222, 240, 285 and Chemistry 265.

A small number of seats for juniors and seniors are reserved in some of our

100-level courses.

[103F] Principles of Geology:The Geology and Development of Modern

Africa. An interdisciplinary study exploring how the geologic evolution of the

continent has influenced the prehistoric, historical, political and economic develop-

ment of Africa. Specific coverage of the Nile River System, climate change in the

S a h a r a , the East A f r ican rift zone and diamond exploration in A f r i c a . ( W r i t i n g - i n t e n s i ve. )

(Proseminar.) Three hours of class and two hours of laboratory. Required field trip to

the Adirondack region. Not open to students who have taken any other course in

Principles of Geology. (Next offered 2005-06.)

105S Principles of Geology: Global Environmental Change and Wilderness.

An introduction to Earth systems with an emphasis on those processes of global

change that are most easily detected over wilderness areas.Topics include recognition

of the effects of global warming, ozone depletion and over-utilization of resources in

areas such as Amazonia, Patagonia, Antarctica, Greenland, Australia, Alaska,Tibet and

several oceanic islands. Also considers the role of wilderness in society.Three hours

of class and two hours of laboratory with required Saturday field trip. Not open to

students who have taken any other course in Principles of Geology. E. Domack.

1 1 0 F P r inciples of Geolog y : G e o l o gy and the Env i ro n m e n t . An introduction to

the principles of geology as applied to current env i r onmental issues such as solid wa s te

disposal, consumption of conventional and alternate energy resources, and utilization

of our natural resources.Three hours of class and one hour of laboratory or field trip.

Not open to students who have taken any other course in Principles of Geolog y. R ay n e .

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112S Principles of Geology: Ocean Science. An introduction to the physical,

chemical and biological nature of the marine environment.Topics include marine

geology, seawater composition, atmosphere/climate, ocean circulation, waves, tides,

coastal processes, life in the sea, ocean resources and marine pollution. (Proseminar.)

Three hours of class and one hour of laboratory. Not open to students who have

t a ken any other course in Principles of Geolog y. C. D o m a c k .

[122F] Principles of Geology: Geology in the Field. A field-intensive introduc-

tion to scientific inquiry with an emphasis on the re l evance and importance of geolog y

to society. Students will examine relationships between the geologic and phy s i ogr a p h i c

features of central New York and patterns of historical settlement and development.

(Proseminar.) Not open to juniors or seniors. (Next offered 2005-06.)

201S Seminar on Iceland. An interdisciplinary study of Iceland focusing on

geologic features, history and literature of Iceland, and connections between human

events and the natural environment of Iceland. One-and-one-half hours per week.

One-half credit. Prerequisite: Principles of Geology. Preference given to those

enrolled in 202. Maximum enrollment, 20. E. Domack and Tewksbury.

2 0 2 S Iceland Field Study. A field study of the vo l c a n i c, glacial and tectonic feature s

of Iceland with emphasis on the interaction of vo l c a n i c , glacial and tectonic pro c e s s e s .

T h r e e - week intensive field study in Iceland beginning in late June of 2005. P r e r e q u i s i t e,

P r inciples of Geolog y. C o n c u r rent re g istration in 201 is re q u i r e d . Extra cost. O n e - h a l f

credit. Maximum enrollment, 20. E. Domack and Tewksbury.

205S Field Study in Antarctica. A marine geologic survey along the Antarctic

Peninsula that involves a research-oriented learning environment with oceanographic

and bottom sediment sampling. One-half credit. Limited enrollment, consent of

instructor. Limited to those participating in NSF-funded research expedition to

Antarctica. E. Domack.

209S Hydrogeology. The study of surface water and groundwater, with emphasis

on groundwater.The influence of geologic materials on groundwater flow, an intro-

duction to groundwater hydraulics and groundwater/surface water interactions. Basic

hydrogeologic field methods introduced in the laboratory section.Three hours of

class and three hours of laboratory with field trips. Prerequisite, Principles of Geology.

Maximum enrollment, 25. Rayne.

[210F] Glacial Geology. A survey of the distribution and dynamics of the Earth’s

cryosphere, theories of global climate change, and processes and products of glacial

erosion and deposition. Marine record of glacial events and glacial periods throughout

Earth’s history.Three hours of class and two hours of laboratory with field trips.

Prerequisite, Principles of Geology. (Next offered 2005-06.)

211F Sedimentary Geology. A study of the genesis and diagenesis of clastic,

carbonate, evaporite and other important sediments and rocks. Emphasis on fluid

dynamics of grain transport, facies architecture, seismic stratigraphy and paleoclimatic/

tectonic significance of depositional sequences.Three hours of class and three hours

of laboratory with field trips. Prerequisite, Principles of Geology. (Offered in alternate

years.) Maximum enrollment, 22. Kanfoush.

220F Mineralogy. An introduction to crystallography, crystal chemistry and optical

mineralogy. Identification of minerals by physical, optical and X-ray diffraction tech-

n i q u e s . Six hours of class/laboratory with field tri p. P r e re q u i s i t e, P r inciples of Geolog y.

Maximum enrollment, 22. Bailey.

[222F] Earth’s Climate: Past and Future. Introduction to the science of paleocli-

matology through the examination of climate dynamics and the stratigraphy of past

climate changes across various time scales. Use of geochemical, biological and physical

proxies for changes in the Eart h ’s ice, o c e a n , a t m o s p h e r ic and lithospheric systems. O n e

re q u i r ed we e k end field tri p. P r e r e q u i s i t e, P r inciples of Geolog y. (Next offered 2005-06.)

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225S Planetary Geology. The geology of the planetary bodies of our solar system,

including the history and future of solar system exploration and the applications of

planetary studies to understanding the geology of the Earth.Three hours of class and

one hour of laboratory/discussion. Prerequisite, Principles of Geology. (Offered in

alternate years.) Tewksbury.

230S Structural Geology. A study of the origin, development and study of macro-

scopic and microscopic structures in deformed rocks. Field, graphical, laboratory and

computer techniques used in studying deformed rocks. Six hours of class/laboratory

with field tri p. P re r e q u i s i t e , P r inciples of Geolog y. M a x i mum enro l l m e n t , 2 2 . Tew k s b u r y.

[236F] Soils and the Environment. A study of the formation, classification, utili-

zation and environmental significance of soils. Frequent local field trips.Three hours

of class and one hour of laboratory. Prerequisite, Principles of Geology. (Next offered

2005-06.)

240F Meteorology. A study of the atmospheric environment.Topics include the

Earth’s atmosphere, temperature, humidity, condensation, cloud development, precipi-

tation, winds, air masses, storms and climate.Three hours of class and three hours of

laboratory/discussion. Prerequisite, Principles of Geology. (Offered in alternate years.)

Maximum enrollment, 27. C. Domack.

260S Geomicrobiology. Interaction of microbes and minerals from early in Earth’s

history to the present day. Emphasis on the diverse habitats of bacteria and archaea,

mineral biogenesis and dissolution, and the roles that microorganisms play in geo-

chemical cycles. Special topics will include geochemical influences on microbial

evolution and community structure, life in extreme environments and the role of

geomicrobiology in restoration of contaminated environments.Three hours of class

and two hours of laboratory/discussion. Required weekend field trip. Prerequisites,

Biology 111 or 115, or Principles of Geology or consent of instructor. (Same as

Biology 260.) McCormick.

[ 2 6 5 S u ] Field Studies. I n t roduction to principles and practice of geologic mapping.

Six weeks of field mapping after end of final exams. Field areas in NewYork State,

Summer Coon, Garden of the Gods and Needle Mountains in Colorado. Extra cost.

Prerequisite, Principles of Geology. (Next offered 2005-06.)

285S Antarctica and Global Change. Review of the geology, meteorology,

oceanography, marine biology and glaciology of the Antarctic and Southern Ocean

and their influence on global environmental processes and change. Emphasis on

remote sensing technology. Prerequisite, Principles of Geology. One-half course

credit. E. Domack.

290F Paleontology. A study of the origin of life, evolution and the fossil record.

Topics include the general principles of paleontology, nomenclature, taxonomy,

identification techniques, fossilization processes, plants, microfossils, invertebrates

and vertebrates.Three hours of class and three hours of laboratory with field trips.

Prerequisite, Principles of Geology. (Same as Biology 290.) Maximum enrollment, 22.

C. Domack.

309F Advanced Hydrogeology and the Environment. Advanced topics in

hydrogeology, including geochemical principles, an introduction to contaminant

transport, computer modeling of groundwater flow and studies of landfills, hazardous

waste sites and other environmental problems.Three hours of class and one hour

discussion with field trips. Prerequisite, 209. (Offered in alternate years.) Rayne.

3 1 0 S Igneous and Metamorphic Pe t ro l o g y. A study of the mineralog y, c h e m i s t r y,

origin and evolution of igneous and metamorphic rocks. Emphasis on the physical

and chemical processes involved in their formation. Six hours of class/laboratory with

field trip. Prerequisite, 220. Maximum enrollment, 20. Bailey.

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[320F] Micropaleontology. Advanced study of microscopic fossils including radio-

laria, diatoms, foraminifera, ostracodes, calcareous nannoplankton, silicoflagellates,

dinoflagellates, spores and pollen. Emphasis on morphology, preservation and paleo-

environmental applications.Three hours of class and two hours of laboratory.

Prerequisite, 290. (Next offered 2005-06.)

[340S] Plate Tectonics. Advanced study of modern plate interactions, tectonic

evolution of the Earth’s crust, deep earth structure and regional tectonic analysis, with

an emphasis on the contri butions of geophysics to an understanding of plate tectonics.

( W r i t i n g - i n t e n s ive.) Pre r e q u i s i t e, t w o 200-level courses in geolog y. Four hours of class.

(Next offered 2005-06.)

[352S] Scanning Electron Microscopy and X-Ray Microanalysis. Theory,

practice and application of the scanning electron microscope and energy dispersive

X-ray microanalysis to selected research projects. Prerequisite, two laboratory courses

in science. Open to juniors and seniors with consent of instructor. (Same as Biology

352.) (Next offered 2005-06.)

[360S] Quaternary Geochronology. Examines the development and application

of dating techniques that are appropriate over the last five million years, including

dendrochronology, 210Pb, radiocarbon, Uranium-series, paleomagnetic, thermolumi-

nescence and cosmogenic surface exposure dating. Examples drawn from geologic and

archaeological contexts that are important to climate change and hominid evolution.

Field trips. Prerequisite, 211 or 222. One-half credit. (Same as Geoarchaeology 360.)

(Next offered 2005-06.)

[370F] Coastal Geology and Environmental Oceanography. Advanced study

of coastal marine processes with an emphasis on env i ronmental issues and case studies.

(Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, two 200-level courses in geology. Four hours of

class. (Next offered 2005-06.)

375S Origins of Natural Systems. An overview of the origin and evolution of

the universe, solar system, Earth and Earth systems. Particular emphasis will be placed

on the application of geochemistry and isotope systematics to understanding the ori gi n

of matter, the formation and differentiation of the Earth, the development of plate

tectonics and the origin of the oceans, atmosphere and life. (Writing-intensive.) Four

hours of class. Prerequisite, two 200-level courses in geology or consent of instructor.

(Offered in alternate years.) Bailey.

510-511F,S Senior Project. A two-term course during which concentrators pursue

an independent project and present the results to the department. Proposals must be

accepted in the spring semester of the student’s junior year. 511 may not be taken as a

separate cours e. One course credit for 510 and one-half credit for 511.The Depart m e n t .

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German and Russian Languages and Literatures

John Bartle, Chair

German

Faculty

Marta Folio Special Appointment

Joseph T. Malloy Cyprian Piskurek

Edith Toegel

A concentration in German consists of eight courses numbered 130 or higher,

including 310, a 400-level seminar in the fall and the Senior Project (500) in the

spring of the senior year.Two courses in translation may be counted toward the

concentration. Students may earn departmental honors through distinguished

achievements in the courses approved for concentration and on the Senior Project.

A minor in German consists of five courses numbered 130 or higher, including

200 and 310. One course in translation may be counted toward the minor. Study

abroad in a German-speaking country is strongly encouraged.

110F First-Term German. Thorough introduction to the German language.

Exercises in aural comprehension, speaking, reading and writing reinforced by cultural

and literary texts as well as video recordings. Four hours of class, with additional drill

sessions and laboratory work. Folio.

120S Second-Term German. Continued development of German grammar and

its use in aural comprehension, speaking, reading and writing. Readings in literature

and culture supplemented with video recordings.Three hours of class, with additional

sessions and laboratory work. Piskurek.

1 3 0 F T h i r d - Te r m Germ a n . I n t e n s i ve rev i e w of gr a m m a r, syntax and conve r s a t i o n a l

techniques through work in aural compre h e n s i o n , s p e a k i n g , reading and wri t i n g . L i t e r a ry

texts supplemented with Realia (such as news stories and Lieder).Three hours of class

and laboratory work.Toegel.

1 4 0 S I n t r oduction to German Literature and Culture. C o n t i nued deve l o p m e n t

of German grammar and vocabulary with cultural and literary texts, including works

by Kafka, Dürrenmatt and Brecht, and song texts by contemporary Liedermacher.

Practice in oral and written work. Prerequisite, 130 or consent of instructor.Taught

in German. Piskurek.

175S German Culture of the Eighteenth-Twentieth Centuries. Combines

literary representation of important periods of German culture with cinematic repre-

sentation of that period. Covers the late 18th century with its intellectual problem

of Faust and the rise of Prussia politically (Minna von Barnhelm), 19th-century

Romanticism and its dissolution of the self in art (The Golden Pot), turn-of-the-20th-

century malaise (Young To r l e s s ) to mid-20th century political and social issues (W h i t e

R o s e,Divided Heave n) and divided loyalties (Le Coup de Gra c e) . ( W r i t i n g - i n t e n s i ve. )

Taught in English. M a l l oy.

176F Death or Dishonor. Major German plays of the late 18th and early 19th

centuries in English translation. Plays include G. E. Lessing’s Emilia Galotti, Goethe’s

Egmont and Iphigenia at Tauris, Schiller’s Intrigue and Love and Maria Stuart, and Kleist’s

Prince Friedrich von Homburg and Penthesilea. Schiller’s theory of the drama in the

Aesthetics and Naïve and Sentimental poetry.Taught in English. Malloy.

180F Unreal Stories. A survey of German ballads, Singspiele and narrative texts

including representative works from the medieval age, the 18th and 19th centuries,

and the modern age.Texts include The Song of the Nibelungen (considered both as a

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prose work and in its Wagnerian incarnation), fairy tales of the Brothers Grimm,

Schubert’s settings of Goethe’s ballads and Kafka’s Metamorphosis.Works read not only

as literary documents but as indices of the cultural, sociological or political develop-

ment of German-speaking lands. (Writing-intensive.) Taught in English. Malloy.

185S The Faust Legend. Study of the Faust legend and how it has been adapted

over the centuries.Topics include the origins of Faust in the 15th century in its fac-

tual (Paracelsus and Johann Faust) and spiritual (alchemy and astronomy) dimensions;

the Faustbook of 1587; Marlowe’s adaptation of the Faust story (The Tragical History of

Dr. Faustus); Goethe’s Faust:The First Part of the Tragedy); operas by Gounod (Faust) and

Boïto (Mefistofele); the film Mephisto by H. Mann/Szabò; and T. Mann’s Doctor Faustus.

(Writing-intensive.) Taught in English. Malloy.

[186F] The German Romantic Age. On the heels of the German neo-classical

age, Romantic authors sought freedom from constraints imposed by mere rational

thought. Experimenting with form and content, they pushed the boundaries of the

acceptable to the breaking point.We will read some of their works, in English, which

include short stories by T i e c k , B r e n t a n o, E . T. A . H o f f m a n , G o e t h e , de la Motte-Fo u q u e ,

novels by Novalis, Eichendorff and Bettina von Arnim and the theory of the romantic

age as developed by A.W. Schlegel and others.Taught in English.

187F Goethe and Beyond. Study of the Age of Goethe in the 18th and 19th

centuries and how neo-classical thought has influenced thinking since then. Works

include Goethe’s novels We rt h e r and Wilhelm Meister, p l ays by Goethe (B e r l i c h i n g e n ,

Egmont and Torquato Tasso), Schiller’s political tragedies (Mary Stuart, Don Carlos, the

Wallenstein trilogy) and will include discussion of later adaptations of these works as

operas by Donizetti and Verdi.Taught in English. Malloy.

200F Topics in Advanced Reading and Writing. Close reading of shorter texts,

a d v anced grammar rev i ew and extensive writing exe r c i s e s . Texts focus on contemporary

Germany. Designed for students who have had two years of German or equivalent.

( W r i t i n g - i n t e n s ive.) Pre re q u i s i t e, 140 or consent of instru c t o r.Taught in Germ a n . Fo l i o.

310S From Goethe to Grass: Survey of German Literature. Study of major

writers and literary movements from the 18th century to today, including authors

from Germany, Austria and the former GDR.Works will include poetry, drama and

short prose. The course is designed as preparation for upper-level literature seminars.

(Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, 200 or consent of instructor. Required course for

both German concentrators and students pursuing a minor.Taught in German. Folio.

[400S] The Age of Goethe. Study of the literary, intellectual and cultural develop-

ments in late 18th- and early 19th-century German-speaking lands. Origins of the

anti-rationalistic Sturm und Drang movement and the rise of German classicism. Plays,

poems, novels and theoretical texts from Herder, Lessing, Klopstock, Kant, Goethe,

LaRoche, Schiller and Hölderlin.

[410F] The German Romantic Age. Study of the origins and artistic expression

of the Romantic movement in Germany from the late 18th century to its peak in the

early 19th century. Focus on experimentation with social and poetic conventions,

attempts to integrate the arts, the artist as prophet and the notion of the journey as a

means of self-discovery. Comparison of folk tales (Grimm) with artistic fairy tales as

the seeds of surrealism.

420F From Empire to Republic: Twentieth-Century German Literature.

Study and analysis of works spanning the era from 1871 to the beginning of the

Second World War. Selections focus on literary and cultural changes including the

Jahrhundertwende and the Weimar Republic. Authors include Hauptmann,

Hofmannsthal, Rilke, Schnitzler, Reventlow,T.Mann.Taught in German. Folio.

[440F] Modern Literature of the German-Speaking Countries. Study of post-

1945 literature focusing on the emergence of two contrasting Germanies: Berlin, the

divided city, models of contemporary life at home and in the workplace; violence in

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society; and the Neuanschluss leading to unification.Texts by Timm, Böll, Dörrie,

Grass,Wolf and others.

5 0 0 S Senior Pro j e c t . A senior thesis re q u i r ed of all concentrators in the depart m e n t .

Open to concentrators only. Folio.

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Government

Faculty

Frank M. Anechiarico, Chair Stephen W. Orvis (S)

Yael S. Aronoff David C. Paris

Verena K. Blechinger-Talcott Sharon W. Rivera (F)

Alan W. Cafruny (F) P. Gary Wyckoff

Peter F. Cannavó

Carol A. Drogus (S) Special Appointments

Theodore J. Eismeier (S) Judith Owens-Manley

Philip A. Klinkner David W. Rivera

Cheng Li Giles Wayland-Smith

Robert W.T. Martin

The department offers concentrations in gove r n m e n t , world politics and public policy

as follows:

Government

A concentration in government consists of 10 courses: 116, 117 and either 112 or

114, with at least one of these being writing-intensive, and seven additional courses at

the 200 level or above, with at least two courses in international re l a t i o n s , c o m p a r a t ive

politics and two courses in American politics. Government concentrators must take at

least one course at the 300 level and complete the Senior Project (550). A minor in

gove r nment consists of five cours e s , with at least two of these at the 200 level or above.

World Politics

The world politics major involves the study of politics on a global scale, including

both international relations and politics within nations. In order to understand the

complex interp l a y of international and national politics, all world politics majors study

the philosophical and moral bases of va r ious political systems; the history of the modern

international system; the political economy of global power and wealth; and the key

issues for U.S. foreign policy.To achieve this understanding, all world politics majors

are required to take the following core courses: 112, 114, 117 (one of which must be

writing-intensive); 290 and 291; and 550. Students complete the major by focusing

either on a particular region of the world (Africa, Asia, Latin America, Middle East,

Russia and Eastern Euro p e,We s t e r n Europe) or a thematic topic (pove r ty and inequality

in world politics, democratization, international law and organization, international

security, politics of the global economy, nationalism and identity in global politics). In

consultation with their advisor, students will select five related courses in their area or

theme from a va r iety of depart m e n t s . One of these must be at the 300 level in gove r n-

m e n t . For students focusing on a region of the world, one of the five courses must be

in an appropriate language at the fourth-semester level or above. Students may also

design their own thematic track with the advice and consent of their advisor.The

advisor will approve each student’s course list after the major is declared.

Public Policy

See the public policy section in this catalogue.

Term in Washington Program

The Term in Washington Program combines regular academic study with the experi-

ence and understanding gained by working in congressional and exe c u t i ve offices. Fo u r

credits are awarded toward graduation, two of which (325 and 327) count toward a

concentration in government, and up to two may be counted toward a concentration

in world politics or public policy.To qualify, a student must have taken at least one of

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the following: 208, 210, 251, 290, 334, 338 or obtained the consent of the depart-

ment.The program is not restricted to those concentrating in government. It is also

open to selected students from other colleges.

112F,S Comparative Politics. Introduction to the study of non-American national

political systems, emphasizing authority, legitimacy and processes of state- and nation-

building. Comparison of alternate forms of political development in selected Western

and non-Western countries.Writing-intensive in the Fall. Open to junior and senior

n o n - m a j o rs with consent of instructor only. B l e c h i n g e r - Talcott (Fall); S. R i vera (Spri n g ) .

114F,S International Relations. Introduction to the theory and practice of world

politics. Emphasis on the changing structure of the international system; the role of

the nation-state and non-state actors; patterns of conflict and cooperation; the use

of force, diplomacy and ideology; the interplay between politics and economics.

Writing-intensive and larger sections in the Fall. Larger section in the Spring. Open

to junior and senior non-majors with consent of instructor only. Li and D. Rivera

(Fall); Aronoff (Spring).

116F,S The American Political Process. Introduction to the study of American

national institutions, the public policy-making process and, in general, the distribution

of political power in American society.Writing-intensive in the Spring. Open to

junior and senior non-majors with consent of instructor only. Eismeier (Fall);

Klinkner (Spring).

117F,S Introduction to Political Theory. Survey of selected political theorists

from Plato to the present. Examination of questions of liberty, equality, justice and

community.Writing-intensive in the Fall. Open to junior and senior non-majors with

consent of instructor only. (Same as Philosophy 117.) Martin and Paris (Fall);

Cannavó (Spring).

208F Political Parties and Elections. Analyzes the development of, and current

theories regarding, political parties and elections in American politics.Topics include

theories of party realignment, voting behavior, party composition and behavior, and

the relationship between parties and elections and democracy. C o ve r s both pre s i d e n t i a l

and congressional elections. P r e re q u i s i t e , 116 or consent of instru c t o r.The Depart m e n t .

209S Politics in Japan. Explores the relationships among the state, business and

civil society in Japan. How “uncommon” is Japanese democracy? Which political,

economic and social fa c t o r s explain Ja p a n ’s postwar economic growth and long-lasting

political stability? What caused economic stagnation and frequent political crises since

the early 1990s? The course will evaluate these questions with respect to past and

current attempts to change or maintain the status quo by political leaders, govern-

ment officials, business and labor associations, citizen groups and the media.

Prerequisite, 112 or 114. Blechinger-Talcott.

[210] Interest Groups. Analysis of the role of interest groups in American democ-

ratic theory and practice, including the history and regulation of interest groups,

organizational creation, maintenance and change.Techniques of influence and issues

of reform, including lobbying and campaign finance. Prerequisite, 116.

211F Politics in China. Decline of Confucian China and problems of recreating

political order.Topics include rise of the Communist Party, political organization and

policy in the People’s Republic, role of ideology, foreign relations, the politics of

modernization and China’s increasing integration into the world economy.

Prerequisite, 112 or 114. Li.

[213] Politics in Russia and the CIS. Examination f r om historical and compara-

t i ve pers p e c t ive s of the politics after the collapse of c o m munism in the former Sov i e t

U n i o n. Focuses on the Soviet legacy, the reforms of the Gorbachev and Yeltsin eras,

and the disintegration of the Union. Topics include the rise of nationalism and ethnic

politics, the creation of political parties, the dilemmas of combining marketization and

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democratization, and the prospects for democracy after Yeltsin. Prerequisite, 112, 114

or Russian Studies 100. (Same as Russian Studies 213.)

[ 2 1 4 ] Politics in We s t e r n Euro p e. C o m p a r a t i ve study of post-World War II politics

and government in several European countries, normally concentrating on Britain,

France and Germany.Topics include state and political institutions, state- and nation-

building, social conflicts and consensus, political culture and the interplay of politics

and economics. Some attention paid to international relations in Western European

states. Assumes some prior knowledge of Western European history. Prerequisite, 112

or 114.

[ 2 1 6 ] Politics in Latin A m e r i c a . C o m p a r a t i ve and historical approach to analyzing

the political process in contemporary Latin A m e r i c a . Focuses on nature of authori t a r i a n

regimes and the current process of redemocratization.Topics include the role of the

military and state, popular resistance to military rule, human rights and political prob-

lems of economic development. Prerequisite, 112.

[218] Politics of Africa. Comparative examination of the domestic politics of sub-

Saharan Africa. Central focus on explaining the recent rise of both multi-party

democracy and state collapse across the continent. Examination of the colonial legacy,

the nature of the African state, ethnic conflict, class divisions, the role of the military

and the problems of economic underdevelopment. Prerequisite, 112, 114 or Africana

Studies 101.

[ 2 2 7 ] State and Local Po l i t i c s . Analysis of politics in A m e r ican states and localities,

including elections, party systems, political institutions and policymaking. Perspectives

on federalism. Prerequisite, 116.

230F Data Analysis. How can we tell whether providing child care will encourage

more welfare recipients to work? How do we know whether tougher drunk-driving

laws will reduce accidents? This course explains how social scientists try to determine

the truth about public issues.Topics covered include descriptive statistics, sampling

distributions, hypothesis testing and regression, with a focus on how those tools are

used in public policy debates. Mathematical formulae are kept to a minimum, and the

intuition behind statistical procedures is emphasized. Students must also register for

Public Policy 251 in the same semester. Not open to students who have taken

Economics 265.Wyckoff.

[239F] Gender and Politics in Latin America. How does gender influence the

incorporation of citizens into the processes of political and economic development in

Latin America? What implications does women’s activism hold for women and for

politics? Specific topics include suffrage and the definition of citizenship, women’s

status under various types of political and economic regimes, elite and working class

women’s organizations and the meaning of feminism in Latin America. (Writing-

intensive.) Prerequisite, 112 or one course in women’s studies. (Same as Women’s

Studies 239.) (Next offered 2005-06.)

2 4 1 F, S S u r vey of Constitutional Law. Analysis of constitutional doctrines thro u g h

major cases. Function of the Supreme Court as an instrument of government and

arbiter of public policy. Doctrines include judicial review, federalism, interstate com-

merce, due process and questions of individual rights. Prerequisite, 116 or a course in

American history. Anechiarico.

[244] Nationalism and the Politics of Identity. The evolution of nationalist,

ethnic and religious conflicts in the post-Cold War world.The causes, implications

and potential resolutions of such conflicts.The ori gi n s , h i s t o ry and power of nationalism.

Cases include Burundi, South Africa, Rwanda,Yugoslavia, the former Soviet Union

and the United States. Prerequisite, 112 or 114.

251F Introduction to Public Policy. For full description, see Public Policy 251.

[257S] Using Survey Research. For full description, see Sociology 257.

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258S Poverty, Law and the Welfare State. For full description, see Sociology 258.

260S Education in a Liberal Society. For full description, see Sophomore

Seminars 260.

[265] Free Speech in American Political and Legal Thought. Analysis of

competing theories of the liberty of expression in the American context. Focuses

p r i m a r ily on contemporary political and legal disputes over such morally div i s ive issues

as “hate speech,” campus speech codes, pornography, media and internet censorship,

and the proper role of free speech in a democracy. Examination of the evolution of

A m e r ican constitutional law concerning freedom of expre s s i o n . P r e re q u i s i t e , 116 or 117.

270S Democratic Theory. Analysis of the idea of democracy, traditions of democ-

ratic theory (liberal, Marxist, elitist) and current problems of democracy in practice.

Topics include liberty and equality, community power, participation and bureaucracy.

Prerequisite, 117 or consent of instructor. Martin.

[276] Enlightenment and Counter-Enlightenment. Examination of the political

thought of the Enlightenment, the early modern period roughly from the English

Revolution to the French Revolution (1640-1800). Analysis of such theorists as

H o b b e s , L o c k e, M o n t e s q u i e u , H u m e, R o u s s e a u , B u r k e and Kant.Topics include libert y,

equality, natural law, political culture, revolution, progress and the role of tradition.

Focus on the relationship between scientific reason and political power. Prerequisite,

117 or consent of instructor.

2 8 0 F The Politics of Gender. The impact of gender on politics in the United States

and the value of studying politics from a gender perspective.Topics include political

socialization, communication, media coverage, public opinion and voting behavior;

women’s movements for rights and mobilization around issues like the environment;

women as public leaders; gender and electoral politics; symbolic gender politics and

issues such as education and welfare reform. (Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, 116,

117 or consent of instructor. (Same as Women’s Studies 280.) Drogus.

285F Introduction to Environmental Politics. An overview of environmental

politics, domestic and global.Topics include the environmental movement and its

history and values, anti-environmentalism, environmental policy analysis, the relation

between environmental science and politics, the domestic and international environ-

mental policy pro c e s s e s , the North-South debate, g l o b a l i z a t i o n , race and env i r o n m e n t a l

justice, and the implications of environmental politics for liberal democracy. Students

will explore these topics directly and through selected policy issues, including forest

politics, sprawl and climate change. Cannavò.

287F Political Theory and the Environment. What is the relationship between

theorizing about politics and theorizing about nature? The course will explore how

conceptions of the natural world and our relationship to it have shaped political

thought since ancient times and how contemporary “green” political thinkers attempt

to craft principles for an ecologically responsible society. Prerequisites, 117, 285 or

consent of instructor. Cannavò.

290F U.S. Foreign Policy. The major problems of American foreign policy in the

post-Cold War era and alternative policies for dealing with them.Theories are illus-

trated with examples since 1940. Some attention is also given to how foreign policy

is shaped by gove r nment stru c t u r e, political culture, organizational dynamics, i n d iv i d u a l

p s y c h o l o g y, economic interests and other causes.An analysis of the limitations of va r i o u s

types of explanations and why policy implementation at times diverges from the

intentions of decision-makers. Aronoff.

291S International Political Economy. Examination of the development and

evolution of the modern global economy and its political impact. Issues include global

trade relations, the monetary system and international debt, the role of multinational

corporations, foreign aid, imperialism and dependency, industrial competitiveness and

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the rise and impact of newly industrializing countries such as South Korea and

Taiwan. Prerequisite, 114. Cafruny.

295S U.S.-China Relations. Examination of the development and issues of Sino-

American relations in an era of rising Chinese power. Emphasis on the interaction of

global environment, national attributes and leadership characteristics in the formation

of the foreign policies of both countries.Topics include the historical context of

normalization, political discourse regarding human rights, the role of media, trade

relations, the tension over the Taiwan strait, and cultural and educational exchange

b e t ween China and the United States. ( P ro s e m i n a r.) Pre r e q u i s i t e s , 1 1 4 , 211 or 290. L i .

[302] Fragile States. This course asks the question, what makes governments and

political institutions weak or strong, stable or unstable? It will examine the causes

and consequences of state collapse; the possibility of re-building states; the role of the

military; the causes, consequences and possible remedies of corruption.We will exam-

ine case studies from several different regions of the world. (Writing-intensive.)

Prerequisite, 112 or 114.

304S Marxism. Introduction to the basic concepts of Marxism, including Marx’s

philosophy of science and history, economics and political writings.Topics include

dialectics and historical materialism; alienation and private property; revolution and

inevitability; imperialism; and the global economy. Critical evaluation of the historical

and contemporary application of Marxism. (Writing-intensive.) Prerequisites, 112,

117 or consent of instructor.Wayland-Smith.

306F American Political Development. Analyzes the development of political

institutions and processes throughout American political history.Topics include the

Constitution and the origins of the American republic, the Jacksonian era, the Civil

War and Reconstruction, Populism and Progressivism, the New Deal Era, and World

War II and the Cold Wa r. ( W r i t i n g - i n t e n s ive.) Pre re q u i s i t e , 116 or consent of instru c t o r.

Klinkner.

[309S] Qualitative Research Methods. For full description, see Sociology 309.

[ 3 1 1 ] Transitions to Democracy. I nvestigation of democracy in theory and practice

through an analysis of the breakdown of democratic regimes and transitions to

democracy. Cases include Spain, the USSR/Russia, Mexico and South Africa.Topics

include the role of elites in transition, the resurgence of civil society, the role of

ethnicity and nationalism, and military intervention. (Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite,

112 or consent of instructor.

319S Seminar: Topics in U.S. Foreign Policy. Analysis of the politics and

processes that produce U.S. foreign policy decisions. Emphasis on the integration of

case study and theoretical materi a l s . E v aluation of the ethics of foreign policy decisions.

( W r i t i n g - i n t e n s ive.) Pre re q u i s i t e, 290 or consent of instru c t o r.The Depart m e n t .

321F,S Term in Washington: Congressional and Executive Internships. Two

c o n s e c u t i ve six-week internships — firs t , in either the office of a member of Congre s s

or with the staff of a congressional committee; s e c o n d , in a federal administrative office.

Interns assume some operational responsibility in each office and gain a pers p e c t ive

on legi s l a t i ve and exe c u t ive roles in the public policy pro c e s s . For pre r e q u i s i t e s , see

pp. 143-144. Does not count toward the concentration. Offered credit/no credit only.

Cafruny (Fall); Eismeier (Spring).

323F,S Term in Washington: Intern Participant-Observation. Participants in

the program are asked to evaluate their experience in government offices through a

series of group discussions and papers focused on particular aspects of the internships.

Does not count toward the concentration. Cafruny (Fall); Eismeier (Spring).

325F,S Term in Washington: Seminar. An academic seminar focusing on the

public policy process and national issues. Cafruny (Fall); Eismeier (Spring).

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3 2 7 F, S Te r m in Wa s h i n g t o n : Independent Researc h . P r eparation and pre s e n t a t i o n

of independent re s e a rch on a pro b lem related to public policy issues. Use of Wa s h i n g t o n ’s

unique human and data resources required. Cafruny (Fall); Eismeier (Spring).

[334] Congress and the Presidency. Examination of sources of cooperation and

conflict between the legislative and executive branches of government, including

constitutional arrangements, elections, institutional structures and political parties.

Analysis of presidential leadership and congressional decision-making in foreign and

domestic policy. Prerequisite, 116. Not open to students who have completed 228.

(Next offered in 2005-2006.)

335S The Criminal Justice System. Focuses on current problems: the rapid rise

of the prison population, the concentration of crime in urban neighborhoods, the

pressure on law enforcement of the war on terror, the punishment of official corrup-

tion. Consideration of representative institutions in the system: juvenile courts, the

jury system, the police and others. (Writing-intensive.) Anechiarico.

338F American Public Administration. Analysis of the history, structure and

political influence of public administration in the United States. Consideration of all

levels of government with special attention to the influence of reform movements

on the development of federal and local administration.Topics include budgeting,

corruption and ethics regulation, public contracting and the organization of public

works, and public personnel policy. (Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, 116 or 251.

Anechiarico.

[339F] East Asian International Relations. Examination of structural, cultural

ideological and organizational factors that have shaped the foreign policy of East

Asian countries since World War II.Topics include the rise of Japan and the NICs

(Newly Industrialized Countries), the Japan-U.S. economic conflict and cooperation,

China’s open door policy, the possibility of a Pacific Economic Community and

regional security issues. Emphasis on the interaction of politics and economics, the

linkages between domestic and foreign policies, and the interdependence of major

powers and small states. Prerequisite, 112 or 114.

[340F] Race and American Democracy. Survey of the role of race and equality

in American democracy. Special emphasis on understanding how notions of racial

equality have advanced and declined throughout American history and the role of

race in current American politics. (Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, 116 or consent

of instructor. (Next offered 2005-06.)

342S Seminar in Program Evaluation. Spring 2003 topic was the domestic vio-

lence response system in Oneida County, which may include police agencies, victim

advocate programs and programs for perpetrators of partner or domestic abuse.

Prerequisite, prior research methods course or consent of instructor. Upper-level

students preferred. Owens-Manly.

[345] Ethics and Public Policy. An introduction to fundamental issues of moral

and political theory in public policy debates. Topics include ethical compromise on

the part of public officials, individual rights versus communitarian values, distributive

justice, commodification, property rights, moral duties beyond borders, moral conflict

and pluralism, the collision between political and scientific values, and moral responsi-

bilities to nature and future generations. C o u rse materials will include both theore t i c a l

readings and policy cases. (Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, 117 or Public Policy 251.

[348] People Power: Popular Movements in Comparative Perspective. The

role of popular movements in democratic transitions, the consolidation of new

democracies and the practice of established ones. Examination of the relationship

between popular movements and “civil society.” Cases from the United States, Latin

America, Africa and Eastern Europe. Consideration of the origins, role, organization,

success and failure of popular social movements. Students write a research paper

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applying movement theory to a case. (Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, 112 or 116.

(Next offered 2005-06.)

[350S] Ethics and Politics in Ancient Greece and Rome. For full description,

see Classical Studies 350.

355S The European Union in World Affairs. Examination of the origins and

d evelopment of European integration and Euro p e ’s relations with the rest of the wo r l d .

Topics include theories of re g ional economic and political integr a t i o n ; evo l u t i o n of EU

institutions; relations between the EU and the United States; development of the

European monetary system; problems of European political cooperation; the crisis of

the European social model. (Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, 112 or 114. Cafruny.

3 5 7 F Ethics and International Relations. Focus on questions re g a rding just causes

for going to war, just means of warfare and the consequences of war.The seminar

will explore various perspectives on the just war debate that are influenced by gender,

culture and religion. (Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, 114. Aronoff.

359S Simulating the Middle East Peace Negotiations. Examination and simu-

lation of the ongoing quest for peace in the Middle East. Focus on the main state and

nonstate actors in negotiations among Israel, the Palestinian Authority and Syria, as

well as the principle mediator, the United States, and the main regional mediator,

Egypt. Culminating experience: a simulation of negotiations among the parties, Israel

and Syria, and Israel and the Palestinian Authority. (Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite,

112, 114 or History 275. Aronoff.

362S The Politics of Corruption in Comparative Perspective. Investigates the

phenomenon of political corruption. Considers competing definitions of corruption.

Drawing on competing explanations from political science, political economy and

legal studies, the course analyzes incentives and disincentives for corrupt behavior and

its control.Why do politicians, bureaucrats, business leaders and citizens engage in

corrupt behavior? Why do attempts to control corruption so often fall short of their

goals? These questions are examined in the context of episodes of corruption, scandal

and reform in developed and transitioning countries. (Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite

112, 116 or consent of instructor. Blechinger-Talcott.

[363] Political Economy of Development. Examination of theories and issues in

the relationship between economic and political development. Focus on neo-liberal

economic reform over the past 20 years in poor and middle-income countries.

Includes examination of ethics of development, poverty and inequality, the “Asian

miracle,” environmental problems and the effects of globalization. (Writing-intensive.)

Prerequisite, one of the following: 211, 216, 218, 291, 302 or consent of instructor.

364F Capitalism and Democracy. Addresses the essential institutional c h a r a c t e ri s-

tics and different types of market economies found in advanced industrialized democra-

c i e s . H a ve global pre s s u res of international financial capital and incre a s i n g l y open trade

brought about a greater convergence of national political economies? Or have

national patterns proven resilient? Can we discern an emerging Asian alternative

model? The course will address patterns of government-business-labor relations,

concepts of individual and civil rights, international integration and domestic politics.

(Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, 112 or 114. Blechinger-Talcott.

[374] War and Politics. Examination of competing theoretical approaches and

empirical evidence concerning the sources, nature of and consequences of armed

interstate conflict. Examples drawn from historical and contemporary cases. (Writing-

intensive.) Prerequisite, 114.

[381] National Security Policy. Intensive examination of issues and theories in

U.S. national security policy.Topics include the defense budget, defense organization,

civil-military relations, weapons procurement, industrial-base preservation, personnel

policy, strategy formulation, U.S. security interests in Europe and Asia, global-arms

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proliferation and the use of force. (Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, 290 or consent of

instructor.

382S Topics in Public Policy. For full description, see Public Policy 382.

[386] Theories of International Relations. Survey of competing approaches to

the study of international politics. Realism, transnationalism and regime analysis, and

the problem of international system transformation. Some attention to research

methods. (Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, 114. Should be completed by the end

of the junior year.

550F,S Senior Project. A senior project required for all concentrators in the

department. Open to concentrators only.The Department.

551S Senior Honors Thesis. The Department.

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History

Faculty

Maurice Isserman, Chair Robert L. Paquette

Douglas Ambrose Matthew P. Romaniello

Hans P. Broedel Lisa N.Trivedi (F,S)

Kevin P. Grant (F,S) Chad L.Williams

Esther S. Kanipe Thomas A.Wilson (S)

Shoshana Keller (F,S)

Alfred H. Kelly Special Appointment

Anand S. Pandian Madeline E. López

A concentration in history consists of 10 courses. Each concentrator must take a

100-level history course, and no more than one 100-level course may be counted

toward the concentration. All 100-level courses are writing-intensive and are designed

to prepare the student for upper-level courses. At least two places will be reserved in

each 100-level course for juniors and seniors. A concentrator must also take at least

four courses at the 300 level or higher.

A concentrator’s courses must provide acquaintance with a minimum of three

areas from among Africa, Asia, Europe, Latin America, the Middle East, Russia and the

United States. At least three courses must focus upon areas outside of Europe and the

United States.A concentrator in history must also take at least one course in pre m o d e r n

h i s t o r y.The department encourages concentrators to develop competence in a fore i g n

language and to use that competence in their historical reading and research.

Concentrators may fulfill the department’s Senior Program requirement through

satisfactory completion of either of the following options:

Research Seminar (401-403: one course credit each). Concentrators may fulfill the

Senior Program requirement through satisfactory completion (a grade of at least C-)

of one 400-level re s e a rch seminar.These courses may emphasize the critical eva l u a t i o n

of scholarship in a specific field, culminating in a historiographical essay or primary

research culminating in an original essay.

Independent Senior Thesis ( 5 5 0 : one course cre d i t ) . C o n c e n t r a t o r s with a depart m e n t a l

grade point average of 88 or higher may, with the permission of the depart m e n t , p u rs u e

an individual project under the direct supervision of a member of the department.To

e a r n departmental honors , c o n c e n t r a t o r s must demonstrate general distinction in their

c o u rs ework and earn a grade of A- or higher for the independent senior thesis. Finally,

to earn departmental honors , c o n c e n t r a t o rs m ust complete at least one year of college-

level study in a foreign language and make a public presentation of the senior thesis.

A minor in history consists of five courses, of which only one can be at the 100-

l e vel and at least one must be at the 300-level or higher, as approved by the depart m e n t .

A student wishing to be certified to teach social studies in grades 7-12 should

contact Susan Mason, director of the Education Studies Program, as early as possible.

102F,S Atlantic World in the Era of the Slave Trade. Survey of the develop-

ment of the world economy from the 15th to the 19th centuries, with emphasis on

the interrelations of Western Europe, Africa and the Americas. Stress on basic skills

in the study of history. (Writing-intensive.) Paquette.

[104] Europe and its Empires, 1500-2000. A survey of European exploration,

imperial expansion and post-colonial society. Examines European debates over the

principles and objectives of imperialism in the Americas, the Pacific and Africa.

Illuminates changing views toward culture, economics, race, gender and nationality.

Stress upon basic skills in the interpretation of historical texts and writing. (Writing-

intensive.)

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[107] In Red, White and Black: Iberian Colonization of the Americas. A

survey of Iberian expansion into and colonization of the Americas beginning with

Po r t u g a l ’s exploration of West A f r ica in the 15th century and ending with the abolition

of slavery in Brazil in 1888. Emphasis on diasporas, cultural encounters, labor systems,

race and slavery. Stress on basic skills in the study of history. (Writing-intensive.)

109S The Emergence of Modern Western Europe, 1500-1815. Survey of

transformation of Western Europe from the Renaissance through Napoleon. Focuses

on social, political, economic and intellectual developments; examination of primary

sources and secondary studies. Stress on basic skills in the study of history. (Writing-

intensive.) Ambrose.

111F Women in Modern Europe. Survey of the history of European women

since the Middle Ages; evolution of women’s roles in families, employment and

communities; women’s struggles as religious, revolutionary and/or feminist rebels.

Stress on basic skills in the study of history. (Writing-intensive.) Kanipe.

117F Europe Since 1815. A survey of European history in a global context since

the Napoleonic period. Focuses on political, social, economic and cultural develop-

ments. Stress on basic skills in the study of history. (Writing-intensive.) Kelly.

[118S] Global Encounters in the Indian Ocean, 1000-2000. Study of the

Indian Ocean regions — east Africa, Arabia, Persia, India, and Malaysia and Indonesia.

This course explores ways the Indian Ocean shaped histories and cultures of the

adjoining regions. Study includes Islam, Hinduism and Buddhism; trade, travel and

diasporas; geography and navigation; spices and slavery; and Arab, Malay, Indian and

European encounters. (Writing-intensive.)

1 3 7 F, S War and Society in the Ancient Wo r l d . I n t roduction to war in its cultural

context.Warfare in the ancient world from the Bronze Age to the fall of the Roman

Empire.Topics include the growth of empires, military strategy and tactics, concept of

heroism, war and politics, social effects of violence. Stress on basic skills in the study

of history. (Writing-intensive.) (Same as Classical Studies 137.) Broedel.

[139] Antislavery and Emancipation in the Atlantic World. Study of the rise

of one of the great intellectual currents of the modern wo r l d , the systematic opposi-

tion to slave r y and the re l i g ious figure s , political economists, s l ave s , s a i l o r s , m i s s i o n a r i e s ,

planters and democrats who participated. Character and significance of various New

World emancipations from the Northern United States in the 18th century to Brazil

and Cuba at end of the 19th century. Emphasis on slave initiatives and resistance, role

of states and economic and social consequences of emancipation. (Writing-intensive.)

140S Europe and its Empires, 1500-2000. A survey of European exploration,

imperial expansion and post-colonial society. Examines European debates over the

principles and objectives of imperialism in the Americas, Asia and Africa. Illuminates

changing views toward culture, economics, race, gender and nationality. Stress upon

basic skills in the interpretation of historical texts and writing. (Writing-intensive.)

Romaniello.

180F Exploring Culture in the Great Cities of Asia. An interdisciplinary explo-

ration of Asian cultures through cities in China, India and Japan from early times to

the 20th century. Examines the history and geogr a p hy of greater A s i a , its dive rse peoples

and their philosophical and literary traditions; their re l i g ious and commercial practices;

and their art. (Writing-intensive.) (Same as Asian Studies 180.) Pandian and Wilson.

201S Introduction to American Studies. For full description, see American

Studies 201.

203F African-American History to 1865. A survey of the social, political and

economic history of African-Americans from the 1600s to the Civil War. Focuses on

s l ave r y and re s i s t a n c e , r a c i s m , the fa m i l y, women and cultural contri b u t i o n s . Prerequisite,

one 100-level history course or A f r icana Studies 101 or consent of instru c t o r.Wi l l i a m s .

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204S African-American History from 1865 to the Present. The experiences

of the African-American community from Reconstruction, through Industrialization

and Northern migration, the Harlem Renaissance and Pan Africanism, to the World

Wars and the civil rights movement. Analysis of the construction of “race” in each

period and the diversity of the black experience in America. Prerequisite, one 100-

level history course, Africana Studies 101 or consent of instructor.Williams.

206F Medieval Europe. A survey of Western Europe in the Middle Ages, concen-

trating on the development of political, social and religious institutions and medieval

contributions to Western cultural traditions. Prerequisite, one 100-level history course.

Broedel.

207F Vietnam Through Film: Histories, Place and Memory. For full descrip-

tion, see Comparative Literature 207.

208S The Celtic Middle Ages. Examination of European Celtic civilizations from

antiquity to the end of the Middle Ages, with emphasis on the political, social and

religious history of Ireland, Scotland and Wales.Themes will include pagan Celtic

religion and Christianity, medieval Celtic myth and literature, social structure, ethnic

and regional identity, politics and rebellion. Prerequisite, one 100-level history course.

(Same as Medieval and Renaissance Studies 208.) Broedel.

[212] Modern Germany: 1789 to the Present. Political, cultural and social devel-

opments, with emphasis on the authoritarian versus the liberal tradition, unity and

modernization, the World Wars, Nazi tyranny, postwar division and unification.

Prerequisite, one 100-level history course.

[218] Twentieth-Century Europe: The Age of the Two World Wars.

Examination of Europe from 1900 to 1950, with an emphasis on the causes, processes

and results of the two world wars. Prerequisite, one 100-level history course.

221F Early Russian History From Rurik to Alexander II. A survey of Russian

history from Kievan Rus’ to the Great Reforms of Alexander II. Emphasis on the

development of Russia from scattered principalities to empire and its struggle for an

identity between Europe and Asia. Prerequisite, one 100-level history course. (Same as

Russian Studies 221.) Romaniello.

222S Modern Russian History: 1861-1991. Russia from the emancipation of the

serfs to the collapse of the Soviet Union. Emphasis on political and social changes

and continuities throughout the late tsarist and Soviet periods. Prerequisite, one 100-

level history course. (Same as Russian Studies 222.) Romaniello.

225F History of European Thought: 1600-1830. Origins and development of

the modern Western mind. Emphasis on the Scientific Revolution, modern political

theories, the rise of secularism, the Philosophes and the Enlightenment, romanticism,

conservatism, nationalism and German idealism. Prerequisite, one 100-level history

course. Kelly.

226S History of European Thought: 1830 to the Present. Intellectual responses

to the modern wo r l d . Emphasis on liberalism, p o s i t i v i s m , M a r x i s m , D a r w i n i s m , r a c i s m ,

the challenge of Nietzsche, the rise of social sciences and histori c i s m , d i s c o ve r y of the

u n c o n s c i o u s , the pro blem of the masses, fa s c i s m , c o m m unism and existentialism.

Prerequisite, 225 or consent of instructor. Kelly.

[228] The Family in Modern History. A study of marriage, sex and the family

f rom the 16th through the 20th centuries in Europe and A m e r i c a . ( W r i t i n g - i n t e n s i ve. )

Prerequisite, one 100-level history course.

[ 2 3 5 ] Women in Modern A s i a . Key dimensions of wo m e n ’s relationships to colonial

and national states in Asia during the 20th century. Introduction to distinct cultural

systems in Asia with emphasis on how religion, ethnicity and class shape lives of

women in Asian societies. Roles of women in politics, economics and social reform

under both colonial and national states. Extensive use of biography, autobiography

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and memoir. Prerequisite, one 100-level history course. Not open to students who

have taken 135. (Same as Women’s Studies 235.)

239F The Making of Modern India, 1526-1947. An intermediate-level survey

of the history of South Asia from the Mughal Empire to independence. Comparative

emphasis upon changes in social identities, political systems and economic life.

Primary documents draw forward the perspective of rulers, merchants, women,

re f o r m e rs , wo r k e r s , colonial officials and nationalists. P r e re q u i s i t e, one 100-level history

course. Not open to students who have taken 129. Pandian.

241F American Colonial History. A survey of early America from European

contact through the Revo l u t i o n , with emphasis on Indian re l a t i o n s , settlement pattern s ,

political, economic and social development, religious and cultural life, and regional

similarities and differences. Prerequisite, one 100-level history course. Ambrose.

242S The Old South. Examination of the development of Southern society from

European settlement through the Confederacy. Emphasis on evolution of slavery and

political development; religious, intellectual and cultural life; slave life and resistance;

gender and family relations; secession; and the legacy of Southern history.

Prerequisite, one 100-level history course. Ambrose and Paquette.

[247] “Cracking India:” Historical and Literary Perspectives on Partition.

This interdisciplinary seminar investigates the 1947 partition of British India into the

independent nations of India and Pakistan from multiple perspectives and drawing on

a variety of sources, including conventional and oral histories, memoirs, fiction and

film. Focus on gender and class as well as religious differences. Prerequisite, an intro-

ductory course in either history or literature.

251S Nineteenth-Century America. A survey of American life from 1789 to

1900, with emphasis on the origins of political parties, the growth of democracy,

sectional conflict and war, and the transformation of America from an agrarian to an

industrial state. Prerequisite, one 100-level history course. Paquette.

[254] Recent American History: The United States, 1941 to the Present. A

survey of American political, economic, cultural and social life from the start of the

Second World War to the present.Topics include the Second World War, the Cold

War, McCarthyism, the civil rights movement, the Sixties and their aftermath, and the

Reagan Revolution and its aftermath. Prerequisite, one 100-level history course.

[257] Race, Ethnicity and Immigration in the Atlantic World. U.S. population

growth and its impact on America’s social, economic and political life. Impact of

immigration on racial and ethnic relations and identity, as well as description of

numerous ethnic and racial communities. Dynamics of acculturation and assimilation

in struggle to maintain ethnic identity in the face of homogenizing popular culture

and governmental programs. Prerequisite, one 100-level history course.

268S Race, War and Society in United States History. An examination of the

relationship between war and racial ideologies in the development of American social

relations from the colonial period to the present. Specifically focuses on how issues of

race have been central to the ways in which war has been conceptualized and waged

both within the United States and beyond. Explores how the social, cultural, regional

evolution of the United States is intimately connected to the encounters of various

racial-ethnic groups with violence emerging in the context of periods of warfare.

Prerequisite, one 100-level history course.Williams.

[270] Emperor, Courtier and Samurai in Early Japan. Study of the politics,

religion, and literature of classical Japan, the social and political impact of the emer-

gence of the samurai in medieval Japan, and “restoration” of imperial authority

during the Meiji era. Focuses on interaction with Chinese culture in the formation

of Heian politics and religion; the contestation for political power at the imperial

court; tensions among the court, the shogun and regional samurai vassals in the

m e d i e val era; and the emergence of a nativist reaction to Chinese influence begi nning

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in the 18th century. No previous knowledge of Asian history required. Prerequisite,

one 100-level history course.

272S U.S. Latino/a History. The formation of Latino/a communities in the

United States from 1846 to the present, through a combination of conquest, immi-

gration and migration.We will analyze how Latinos and Latinas, including Mexicans,

Puerto Ricans, Cubans and Dominicans, have been incorporated into the regional

economies of the United States where they settled. Prerequisite, one 100-level history

course. Lopez.

[275] Modern Middle Eastern History. A survey of the Middle East from

Napoleon’s invasion of Egypt in 1798 to the present.We will examine Muslim

responses to European imperialism, political and cultural developments, the impact

of the Cold War and the continuing Arab-Israeli rivalry. Prerequisite, one 100-level

history course.

[278] South Africa, 1652-1998. Survey from the first Dutch settlement on the

Cape in 1652 until the publication of the report of the Truth and Reconciliation

Commission in 1998. Emphasis upon the family, race and gender.These issues will

be explored through the experiences of indigenous peoples, such as the Khoisan and

Xhosa, migrant laborers from Asia, the “coloured” communities, Afrikaners and

British settlers. Prerequisite, one 100-level history course.

[ 2 8 0 ] Chinese Culture in Imperial T i m e s . In-depth study of late imperial Chinese

cultural, intellectual and political history from the 11th through the 18th centuries.

Focuses on imperial and popular re l i g ious cults; the decline of the medieval ari s t o c r a c y

and emergence of the Confucian gentry and civil bu reaucracy in the 11th century ; t h e

c ivil service examination system; f o o t b i n d i n g ; and conceptions of gender. No prev i o u s

knowledge of Asian history required. Prerequisite, one 100-level history course.

281F The Military Revolution, 1500-1789. A survey of early modern Europe

from the perspective of the growth and development of the military institutions,

including the changes in military technology, organization, tactics and military theory.

Examines the tremendous impact of the military on the development of states,

economies and societies of Europe, as well as Europe’s colonial expansion in the rest

of the world, including the Americas and Asia. Prerequisite, one 100-level history

course. Romaniello.

[284] Great Britain, the Empire and Immigration, 1783-1997. A survey of

British politics and society from the end of the war with the American colonies to

the election of New Labour. Emphasis on imperial and post-colonial issues, including

the influence of the empire on British daily life, ideologies of race and immigration.

Prerequisite, one 100-level history course or consent of instructor. Not open to

students who have taken 271.

285F Modernity and Nationhood in China. Examination of the social factors in

the decline of imperial China in the 19th century, cultural interaction with We s t e r n e r s

and nationalist revolutions in the 20th century. Reevaluation of the coherence of

nationhood in Chinese identity and the Western “impact” as the crucial factor in the

formation of modernism. No knowledge of Asian history required. Prerequisite, one

100-level history course.Wilson.

[289] Europe in Transition. Exploration of the period in European history cus-

tomarily assumed to mark the transition between the medieval and modern worlds,

and the changes in life, thought and culture that make this transition meaningful.

Topics will include the European Renaissance, the printing revolution, the discovery

of the New World, religious reformations and the advent of scientific thought.

Prerequisite, one 100-level history course.

[291] Rome in the Ancient World. A survey of social, political, religious and

intellectual history of Rome from the earliest foundation of the city to the decline of

the Roman Empire in the west in the fifth-century C.E. Focus on acquisition and

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survival of empire, relations between political and social change, rise of Christianity

and legacy of Roman culture in the west. Prerequisite, one 100-level history course.

(Same as Classical Studies 291.)

301F The Philosophy of History. An examination of such enduring issues as

causation, general laws, fact and explanation, objectivity, pattern and meaning,

uniqueness and the role of the individual. Readings from classic and contemporary

texts, with emphasis on the practical, historiographical implications of philosophical

theories. (Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, two 200-level history courses or one 100-

level history course and one course in philosophy. (Same as Philosophy 301.) Kelly.

[304] The French Revolution. A detailed examination of the French Revolution,

including its origins, events and key personalities, and its consequences socially, politi-

cally and economically. Special attention to histori o graphical issues. ( W r i t i n g - i n t e n s ive. )

Prerequisite, one 200-level history course or consent of instructor.

[306] Topics in Medieval History. An examination of the theory and practice

of war in the Middle Ages.The course explores medieval military history, the social

consequences of war, notions of chivalry and the crusades. Emphasis upon reading

and interpretation of medieval sources. (Writing-intensive.)

[314] Nazi Germany. Origins of the Nazi movement, Hitler and the Nazi Party,

daily life in the Third Reich, origins and causes of World War II and the Holocaust.

(Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, 212 or 218 or consent of instructor.

[333] Philosophical Masters of Ancient China. Discussion of the major religious

and philosophical schools of ancient China. Readings in the Daode jing, Zhuangzi,

Analects, Book of Rites, Mencius and Xunzi. Students read major writings by ancient

Chinese masters and debate their virtues and shortcomings. (Writing-intensive.)

Prerequisite, one 100-level history course, Asian Studies 180 or consent of instructor.

[334] Social History of World War II. An intensive study of World War II and

American society, focusing on the “homefront,” with particular emphasis on the war’s

impact on African-Americans, Native Americans, Chicanos and women.We will

explore the ways in which American workplaces were affected by the war, especially

in terms of race and gender. In addition to history text, we will draw upon fiction,

music, slides, movies, maps and Web sites as we immerse ourselves in the time period.

(Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, one 200-level course in American history or con-

sent of instructor.

[337] Seminar in Chinese Intellectual History: Confucianism. Examination of

Confucian thought and ritual practice from Confucius and his immediate disciples, its

syncretic reformulation in the Han dynasty to its revival in the 11th century, and the

New Confucian movement of the 20th century. Emphasis on reading primary texts

in intellectual and ideological contexts in order to scrutinize the native terms in which

Confucians understood themselves and their place in society and history. (Writing-

i n t e n s i ve.) Pre r e q u i s i t e , 2 7 0 , 2 8 0 , 285 or consent of instru c t o r. (Same as Philosophy 337.)

3 3 8 F S e m i n a r : H e r oes and Bandits in Chinese History and Fiction. R e a d i n g s

from several of China’s greatest literary works (including histories, novels, opera and

poetry) such as Sima Qian’s Records of the Grand Historian and The Romance of the Three

Kingdoms. Reexamination of widely held assumptions about history and fiction with

discussions and writing assignments on the role played by different genres as sources

for knowledge about the past. Emphasis on authors’ attitudes in shaping narrative

accounts of heroes, bandits, assassins, scholars, women and emperors. (Writing-inten-

sive.) Prerequisite, 280, 285 or consent of instructor. (Same as Comparative Literature

338.) Wilson.

[340] Studies in Twentieth-Century Europe. Topic for 2003-04:World War I.

This course examines the debate over the causes of the war, the military and civilian

impacts of the war and the results of the the war. Most of the course focuses on

European societies, but there is some attention to theaters of war outside Europe.

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( W r i t i n g - i n t e n s ive.) Pre r e q u i s i t e, one 200-level course in European history or consent

of instructor.

[341] Studies in American Colonial History. Topic to be announced. (Writing-

intensive.) Prerequisite, 241 or consent of instructor.

[ 3 4 2 ] The Minds of the Old South: S o u t h e r n Intellectual History, 1 7 0 0 -1 8 7 7 .

I nvestigation of the intellectual and cultural history of white and black southern

Americans from 1700 through Reconstruction.Topics include religious beliefs and

p r a c t i c e s , l i t e r a r y production and consumption, political and social thought, and re l a t i o n

of southern thought to national and transatlantic deve l o p m e n t s . ( W r i t i n g - i n t e n s i ve. )

Prerequisite, 203, 242, 251 or consent of instructor.

344F Studies in Women’s History. Topic for 2004: History of Sexualities. An

examination of Western ideas and practices of sexualities from 1600 to the present.

Includes attention to art, science and medicine, law and accepted social customs.

(Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, one 200-level course in European history or any

1 0 0 - l e vel course in history and one course in wo m e n ’s studies, or consent of instru c t o r.

(Same as Women’s Studies 344.) Kanipe.

345S Studies in Russian History. Topic for 2005:The Muscovite Empire. An

examination of early-modern Russian expansion into Ukraine and Siberia, including

its encounters with Muslims and animists, Cossacks and bandits.Topics include pattern s

of settlement, conversion to Orthodoxy, resistance to colonial rule and frontier rebel-

lions. (Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, 221, 222 or consent of instructor. (Same as

Russian Studies 345.) Romaniello.

[350] Slavery and the Civil War. A study of the causes and consequences of the

Civil War, with emphasis on antebellum society, sectional tensions, Abraham Lincoln

and military strategy. (Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, 251, Africana Studies 101 or

consent of instructor.

[351] Seminar: Race and Popular Culture in the United States. Examination

of how theater, music, movies, television and sports have reflected and shaped racial

politics in the United States. Includes analysis of stereotypes and their political impli-

cations for both racial segregation and civil rights. Further considers the agency of

African-American performers and athletes. (Writing-intensive.)

[353] Seminar on the Sixties. Examination of a critical period in recent U.S.

history, with special attention to the civil rights movements, the Vietnam War, campus

protest and the origins of the women’s movement. (Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite,

253, 254 or consent of instructor. Maximum enrollment, 20.

[ 3 5 9 ] Studies in A m e r ican Progre s s i v i s m . An intensive study of the major political,

social and intellectual transformations in American society between 1890 and 1940.

Emphasis on the Progressive Era,World War I, the era of alleged “normalcy” in the

1920s, the Great Depression and the New Deal. (Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite,

253. Maximum enrollment, 12.

362S Reconstruction to Jim Crow: The South from 1856 to 1910. Revolu-

tionary impact of the Civil War on the South, political and constitutional contro-

versies over emancipation and Reconstruction policies, and complex adjustments of

planters, white yeomanry and former slaves to emancipation. Emphasis on political

activism during and after Reconstruction, the ascendancy of Jim Crow, the enforce-

ment of white supremacy and the instability of the color line. Major themes include

evolution of racial ideologies, gender, economic development and historical memory.

(W r i t i n g - i n t e n s ive.) Pre re q u i s i t e, one 200-level course in A m e r ican history or consent

of instructor.Williams.

[363] Seminar: Colonial Encounters in Asia. Examines encounters between

Asian and We s t e r n peoples from Marco Polo to the pre s e n t . Consideration of pro b l e m s

of orientalism/occidentalism and reassessment of the myth of the Western “impact”

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on Asia by learning how Asian peoples understood the West and the ways that Euro p e ,

too, was affected by these encounters. (Writing-intensive.) No knowledge of Asian

history required. Prerequisite, consent of instructor. Maximum enrollment, 20.

369S History of Disability. Examination of disability in Europe and North

America since 1600. Includes attention to a variety of disabilities, to the definition of

disability, to treatment, educational and legal issues, and to shifting models of health

and ability. ( W r i t i n g - i n t e n s ive.) Pre r e q u i s i t e, a n y 200-level course in history, or consent

of instructor. (Same as Education 369.) Kanipe.

[374] Familial States in the Premodern World. Examination of how the politics

of the household — fa m i l y, g e n d e r, s l a ve r y, kinship and marriage — shaped the politics

of empires.We will explore the centrality of elite households where political power

was produced and reproduced. As a course focused on the family, themes such as love,

intimacy and emotions are an important means of understanding how political power

was exercised in the premodern world. Focus on the Indo-Islamic world of late

medieval and early modern world, with excursions into other regions of the world.

Prerequisite, 209 or an equivalent course in history or government.

[ 3 7 8 ] Topics in A m e r ican Biogr a p h y. Examination of the lives of re l i g ious figure s

and their impact on A m e r ican society and culture. Emphasis on author’s interp r e t a t i o n

of subject’s relation to historical context, varieties of biographical methods and factors

that explain variety and intensity of religious faith in American history. (Writing-

intensive.) Prerequisite, one 200-level course in American history.

3 8 0 F Seminar in A m e r ican Studies. For full descri p t i o n , see A m e r ican Studies 380.

[383] Studies in British and Irish History. Topic to be announced. (Writing-

intensive.) Prerequisite, one 200-level history course on Europe, Africa or Asia, or

consent of instructor.

[384] European Witch Trials. Witchcraft and magical beliefs in Europe and the

New World as a problem of intellectual, social and legal history. Emergence of witch-

craft persecution in the Middle Ages, mechanisms of witch trials and inquisitional

procedures, image of the witch in popular and learned culture, regional variation in

witch beliefs and persecution from Eastern Europe to colonial New England and

decline of witchcraft persecution in the 17th century. ( W r i t i n g - i n t e n s ive.) Pre r e q u i s i t e,

one 200-level history course.

[388S] History and Modernity. What is history? What is modernity? What is the

relationship between history and modernity? Is history a fundamentally modern

discipline? This seminar will explore how our understanding of ours e l ves as “ m o d e r n ”

shapes the study of cultures past, present and future. (Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite,

consent of instructor.

389F Seminar: African-American Intellectual History. Examination of the

black intellectual tradition in African-American history, from its 18th-century roots to

its presence in contemporary American life. Critically engages the various strategies

African-American intellectuals have employed to address the condition of people of

African descent in the United States. Explores how the black intellectual has been

defined throughout African-American history, how such definitions have been legiti-

mated and the place of class, gender and location in the legacy of African-American

intellectual thought. (Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, one 200-level American history

course.Williams.

401F,S Research Seminar in History. Critical evaluation of scholarship in a

selected topic culminating in a histori ographical essay or pri m a r y re s e a r ch in a selected

topic culminating in an original interpretive essay. (Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite,

concentration in history or consent of instructor. Open to seniors only. Senior

Program option. Broedel (Fall), Kanipe (Spring).

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550F,S Senior Thesis. A project limited to senior concentrators in history, resulting

in a thesis supervised by a member of the department. Required of candidates for

departmental honors.The Department.

551S Senior Thesis. A project limited to senior concentrators in history, resulting

in a thesis expanded beyond the work of History 550. Prerequisite, 550 and consent

of instructor.The Department.

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Latin American Studies

Faculty

Carol A. Drogus, Acting Chair, Fall (Government)

Susan Sánchez-Casal, Acting Chair, Spring (Spanish)

Dennis Gilbert (Sociology) (F,S)

Mihyang Cecilia Hwangpo (Spanish)

Santiago Tejerina-Canal (Spanish)

Bonnie Urciuoli (Anthropology) (F,S)

The interd i s c i p l i n a r y minor in Latin A m e r ican studies consists of five courses including

History 107; Sociology 225 or Government 216; one of the Spanish courses listed

below; and two additional courses from the list below. Students considering courses at

other institutions in the United States or abroad should consult as early as possible

with the program’s director, Dennis Gilbert.

Government

216 Politics in Latin America

239 Gender and Politics in Latin America

History

107 In Red, White and Black: Iberian Colonization of the Americas

Sociology

225 Latin American Society

Spanish

140 Conversation on Hispanic Cultures

200 Exploring Hispanic Texts

201 Spanish for Heritage/Bilingual Speakers

211 Introductory Study of Latin American Literature

213 Introduction to U.S. Latino/a Literatures

320 Contemporary Latin American Novel

350 Latin American Short Fiction

379 Latino/a Experiences in the United States

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Mathematics

Faculty

Timothy J. Kelly, Chair Larry E. Knop

Richard E. Bedient (S) Michelle LeMasurier (S)

Debra L. Boutin Joshua Lesperance

Sally Cockburn Robert Redfield

Robert Kantrowitz

A concentration in mathematics consists of the required courses 113, 114 or 215,

224, 231 or 235 or 253, 314, 325, 437 and two electives, of which at least one must

be at the 300 level or higher. Concentrators fulfill the Senior Program requirement

by taking 437. It should be taken in the fall of the student’s senior year, and all lower-

numbered required courses, with at most one exception, should be completed prior

to that time. Physics 320 may be counted as a lower-level elective toward the concen-

tration. Students may earn departmental honors by completing courses that satisfy the

concentration with an average of not less than 91, by taking a third elective that is at

the 300 level or higher, and by making a public presentation to the department on a

mathematical topic during their junior or senior year.

A minor in mathematics consists of 113, 224 and three mathematics electives. One

of the electives is normally 114 or 215 and at least one of them must have 224 as a

prerequisite.

[ 1 0 0 S ] Statistical Reasoning and Data A n a l y s i s . An intro d u c t o r y course intended

to develop an understanding of and appreciation for the statistical approach to pro b l e m s

in business and the natural, social and behavioral sciences. Not open to students who

have taken a calculus course, Economics 265 or Psychology 280. M ay not be counted

t owa rd the concentration or the minor. Maximum enrollment, 25.

103F Explorations in Mathematics. A study of topics selected from scheduling,

ways of counting, p robability and statistics, g e o m e t r y, social choice and decision making.

Placement subject to approval of the department. Not open to students who have

taken a calculus course or 123. May not be counted toward the concentration or the

minor. Cockburn and Lesperance.

[108F] Transformation Geometry. An introduction to transformations of the

plane.Topics include line reflections, rotations, glide reflections, groups of isometries

and symmetry groups. May not be counted toward the concentration or the minor.

Maximum enrollment, 25.

113F,S Calculus I. Introduction to the differential and integral calculus of a single

variable. Topics include limits, continuity, derivatives, max-min problems and integrals.

Four hours of class.The Department.

114F,S Calculus II. A continuation of the study begun in 113 and an introduction

to the study of differential and integral calculus of several variables. Prerequisite, 113

or placement by the department. Four hours of class. Successful completion of 114

c a r ries credit for both 113 and 114 for those students placed into 114.The Depart m e n t .

1 2 3 F, S D i s c r ete Mathematics. Study of mathematical models and techniques useful

for addressing problems such as enumeration, network design and code encryption.

Emphasis on analytical and logical skills, including an introduction to proof techniques.

Topics include set theory, number theory, p e r mutations and combinations, m a t h e m a t i c a l

induction and graph theory. Appropriate for students with strong pre-calculus back-

grounds.The Department.

2 0 1 F, S Topics in Mathematics. Weekly meetings, including guest lecture s , faculty and

student presentations and an introduction to the mathematical literature. Prerequisite,

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consent of instructor. One-quarter course credit based on Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory.

May be taken more than once with consent of the department.The Department.

215F Vector Calculus. Topics in vector calculus, generalizing those from 114,

including divergence, curl, line and surface integrals, Stokes theorem and applications

to science, engineering and other areas. Prerequisite, 114 or consent of instructor.

Successful completion of 215 carries credit for both 113 and 215 for those students

placed into 215. LeMasurier.

2 2 4 F, S Linear A l g eb r a . An introduction to linear algebra: m a t r ices and determ i n a n t s ,

vector spaces, linear transformations, linear systems and eigenvalues; mathematical and

p hysical applications. ( W r i t i n g - i n t e n s ive.) Pre r e q u i s i t e, 1 1 4 , 215 or consent of instru c t o r.

The Department.

231F Linear Optimization. An introduction to solving optimization problems

involving linear functions subject to linear constraints (linear programming).Topics

include the simplex method, duality theory, game theory and integer programming.

The course will feature applications to economics, computer science and other areas.

Prerequisite, 224. Cockburn.

235S Differential Equations. Theory and applications of differential equations,

including first-order equations, second-order linear equations, series solutions, systems

of equations. Prerequisite, 114 or 215, and 224. Knop.

253F Statistical Analysis of Data. An introduction to the principles and methods

of applied statistics, including exploratory data analysis, re g ression model fitting, a n a l y s i s

of variance and categorical data analysis. Inferential statistical techniques, such as

confidence intervals and hypothesis testing, are based on the study of sampling distri-

butions. Extensive reliance on authentic data and statistical computer software. Not

open to students who have taken 100. Prerequisite, 113 or departmental placement.

Maximum enrollment, 25. Kelly.

26 2 S G e o m e t r i e s . A survey of geometries including Euclidean, hy p e r b o l i c , s p h e r i c al

and transformational. Uses analytic methods from calculus and linear algebra as well

as standard geometric approaches. Prerequisite, 224. Boutin.

[313S] Knot Theory. An introduction to knot theory.Topics include classification

of different types of knots, the relations between knots and surfaces, and applications

of knots to a variety of fields. Prerequisite, 224.

314F,S Real Analysis I. An introduction to analysis.Topics include sequences,

series, continuity and metric spaces. (Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, 114 or 215, and

224. Kantrowitz.

[ 3 1 5 S ] Real Analysis II. A continuation of 314.Topics include normed linear spaces,

function spaces,We i e r strass approximation theorem and contraction mapping theore m.

Prerequisite, 314 or consent of instructor.

[318S] Complex Analysis. An introduction to the theory of analytic functions of a

complex variable: Cauchy-Riemann equations, contour integration, Cauchy-Goursat

theorem, Liouville theorem,Taylor and Laurent expansions, Residue theory.

Prerequisite, 314.

323S Graph Theory and Combinatorics. An introduction to the theory and

applications of graph theory and combinatorics, suitable for both mathematics and

computer science concentrators . Topics include generating functions, re c u r rence re l a t i o n s ,

inclusion-exclusion, transversal theory, covering circuits, graph colorings, independent

s e t , p l a n a r i t y. P r e r e q u i s i t e, 224 or both 123 and Computer Science 210. C o c k b u r n .

[324S] Linear Algebra II. A continuation of 224, with emphasis on the study of

linear operators on complex vector spaces, i nva r iant subspaces, generalized eigenve c t o r s

and inner product spaces. Prerequisite, 224.

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325F,S Modern Algebra. An introduction to the three fundamental structures of

abstract algebra: gro u p s , rings and fields. ( W r i t i n g - i n t e n s ive.) Pre re q u i s i t e , 2 2 4 . R e d f i e l d .

[327S] Cryptography. An introduction to cryptography, the study of enciphering

m e s s a g e s . Topics cove r ed include symmetric key cry p t o s y s t e m s , p u blic key cry p t o s y s t e m s

and primality testing. Prerequisite, 325 or consent of instructor.

3 5 1 S P r o b a bility T h e o r y and A p p l i c a t i o n s . An introduction to probability theory,

including probability spaces, random va r i a b l e s , expected va l u e s , mu l t i va r iate distri b u t i o n s

and the central limit theorem, with applications to other disciplines and an emphasis

on simulation as an exploratory tool. Prerequisite, 114 or 215, and 224. 224 may be

taken concurrently. Kelly.

[3 5 2 F ] Mathematical Statistics and A p p l i c a t i o n s . Topics include the law of large

numbers, estimation, hypothesis testing, linear models, experimental design, analysis of

variance and nonparametric statistics, with applications to a variety of disciplines.

Prerequisite, 351.

3 6 2 S A l g ebraic Geometry. An introduction to the field of algebraic geometry, w h i c h

considers the relationship between geometric objects (points, curves, surfaces, hyper-

surfaces, etc.) and the sets of polynomials that define them.Topics from commutative

a l g e b r a , such as prime and radical ideals, will also be cove r e d . P r e r e q u i s i t e, 3 2 5 . L e s p e r a n c e .

437F Senior Seminar in Mathematics. Study of a major topic through literature,

student presentations and group discussions, with an emphasis on student pre s e n t a t i o n s

of student-generated results. Choice of topic to be determined by the department in

consultation with its senior concentrators. Prerequisite, consent of instructor.The

Department.

450F,S Senior Research. A project for senior concentrators in mathematics, in

addition to participation in the Senior Seminar. Prerequisite, consent of department.

The Department.

Seminars offered in recent years

[437-01] Senior Seminar in Algebra. Explorations in finite group theory

through the generation of counter-examples of minimal order. Students produce

and publish a book of their results. Prerequisite, 325.

437-03 Senior Seminar in Mathematical Modeling. The description of

biological, physical and social phenomena using the language of mathematics.The

seminar will focus on the construction of softwa re-based mathematical models and

on the analysis and critique of such models. P r e r e q u i s i t e, consent of instru c t o r. K n o p.

4 3 7 - 0 4 Senior Seminar in Statistics. A continuation of studies in mathematical

statistics and the analysis of data.Topics include maximum likelihood estimation,

regression, analysis of variance and design of experiments. Prerequisite, 251 or 351,

and 253 or 352. Kelly.

437-05 Senior Seminar in Topology. Students jointly produce a textbook

based on an outline provided.Topics include topological spaces, continuity of maps

and homeomorphism. Spaces are described as compact, connected and Hausdorff.

The fundamental group is computed and used to classify various spaces. Bedient.

[ 4 3 7 - 0 6 ] Senior Seminar in Operations Researc h . An introduction to the math-

e m a t i c a l tools of operations research.Topics include linear and non-linear program-

ming, network analysis, convex sets, combinatorial optimization and game theory.

[ 4 3 7 - 0 8 ] Senior Seminar in Graph Symmetri e s . The study of graphs as visual

ways of displaying relationships between objects. Students will explore symmetries

of simple graphs, directed graphs, geometric graphs and graphs embedded in

Euclidean space. Focus will be on the creative generation of examples and proofs.

No prior knowledge of graph theory is assumed. Prerequisite, 325 or permission

of instructor. Boutin.

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164 Medieval and Renaissance Studies

Medieval and Renaissance Studies

Faculty

Hans P. Broedel, Acting Chair (History) John C. McEnroe (Art History)

Lydia R. Hamessley (Music) C a rol S. R u p p r e c h t ( C o m p a r a t i ve Literature) ( S )

Roberta L. Krueger (French) (F,S) T. Edward Wheatley (English) (F,S)

The program in medieval and renaissance studies offers a minor consisting of five

courses, taken in at least three departments, from the following two groups. In addi-

tion, students who elect this minor are required to emphasize one of the two epochs,

the medieval or the renaissance, in their course selections, although they are also

encouraged to explore the continuities between them.The minor consists of either:

1) History 206 (Medieval Europe), three courses from Group A and one course from

Group B; or 2) History 289 (Europe in Transition), one course from Group A and

three courses from Group B.

For complete information about the courses listed below, including prerequisites,

enrollment limits and when a course is offered, consult the full descriptions under the

appropriate departments.

Group A: Medieval Studies

208S The Celtic Middle Ages. Examination of European Celtic civilizations from

Antiquity to the end of the Middle Ages, with emphasis upon the political, social, and

religious history of Ireland, Scotland and Wales.Themes of the course will include

pagan Celtic religion and Christianity, medieval Celtic myth and literature, social

structure, ethnic and regional identity, politics and rebellion. Prerequisite, one 100-

level history course. (Same as History 208.) Broedel.

Art History

270 Visual Culture in the Middle Ages

Comparative Literature

324 Romance and Religion in Medieval European Literature

371 Dante: The Divine Comedy, Then and Now

English

221 Introduction to Old English

222 Chaucer and Constructions of Narratorial Authority

293 The Making of English

323 Middle English Literature

423 Seminar: Drama from the Middle Ages to the Renaissance

History

206 Medieval Europe

306 Topics in Medieval History

Music

251 Music in Europe Before 1600

Religious Studies

431 Seminar in Judaism

Group B: Renaissance Studies

Art History

282 The Renaissance: Reframing the Golden Age

Comparative Literature

475 Shakespeare Around the Globe: International Traditions and

Experiments

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English

225 Shakespeare

228 Milton

326 English Renaissance Women Writers

327 English Renaissance Literature: 1550-1660

328 English Renaissance Drama

French

406 Comic Visions in French Literature from the Fabliaux to Figaro

History

289 Europe in Transition

384 European Witch Trials

Music

251 Music in Europe Before 1600

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Music

Faculty

Lydia R. Hamessley, Chair Linda Greene

Heather R. Buchman Eric Gustafson

Robert G. Hopkins (S) Lynn Hileman

G. Roberts Kolb Jim Johns

Samuel F. Pellman Lauralyn Kolb

Michael E.Woods Ursula Kwasnieka

Raymond W. Larzelere

Special Appointments Douglas Mark

Rick Balestra Sara Mastrangelo

Suzanne Beevers Rick Montalbano

Stephen Best Colleen R. Pellman

Daniel Carno Vladimir Pritsker

Edward Castilano Barbara Rabin

Paul Charbonneau John Raschella

Mike Cirmo Monk Rowe

Richard Decker Jeff Stockham

Anita Firman Sar-Shalom Strong

Gabriel I. Gould

A concentration in music consists of one course credit in performance (from among

courses in solo performance and/or group performance except those graded S/U),

20 9 , 2 1 0 , 2 5 1 , 2 5 2 , 2 5 3 , 254 or 259, 2 8 0 , 2 8 1 , 3 5 0 , 351 and the Senior Pro j e c t , 4 5 0 - 4 5 1 .

A more complete description of the Senior Project is available from the department.

Concentrators are also expected to participate in departmental ensembles in each

semester. Students contemplating graduate work in music should consult with a

member of the d e p a rtment at an early date. H o n o r s in music will be awa rded on the

basis of a cumu l a t i ve average of 90 or above in all courses re q u i r ed for the major, a s

well as distinguished achievement on the Senior Pro j e c t .

A minor in music comprises five courses: 209, two courses from among 251, 252,

253 and 254 or 259; one course credit in performance (from among courses in solo

performance and/or group performance except those graded S/U); and one other

full-credit course except 109.

Music 105, 108, 154 and 160 are open to juniors; 109 is open to both juniors and

s e n i o rs . Ju n i o rs and seniors without prior courses in the department may enroll in 258.

Courses in Literature and History of Music

[105] Musical Perception. An introduction to the study of musical perception

from the listener’s standpoint. Consideration of the reasons for differences in musical

perception, taste, style and structure through examples taken primarily from Western

classical mu s i c, but also from non-We s t e r n music and A m e r ican popular mu s i c , i n c l u d i n g

jazz, rock and blues. Examination of how musical perception gives rise to musical

meaning. Evaluation of the influence of society and technology on the perception

of music. No previous knowledge of music required. Not open to seniors or students

who have taken 109 or 209. (Offered in alternate years.)

[108] From Words to Song. An exploration of the relationship between words

and music — of the many and different ways in which the meanings and emotions

of the wo r ds have (and have not) been expressed through music in the last millennium.

(Writing-intensive.) (Proseminar.) No previous knowledge of music required. Not

open to seniors.

154S Music of the World’s Peoples. A study of selected cultures around the

world, including Native American music of North America, sub-Saharan African

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music, African-American music in the United States, Latin American music and the

classical traditions of India, Indonesia and Japan. Consideration given to musical style

and the role of music in these cultures. (Proseminar.) Not open to seniors. Hamessley.

160F History of Jazz. A study of jazz from its origins (its African heritage, blues

and ragtime) to 1950. A survey of jazz styles, including New Orleans and Chicago

styles, boogie-woogie, swing, bebop and cool jazz. Not open to seniors.Woods.

251F Music in Europe Before 1600. A study and analysis of major developments

in style of Western music to 1600, including early music theory, the rise of notation

and polyphony, the relationship between music and text, and pro blems of perform a n c e

practice. Consideration of the influence of political, economic, technological and

cultural environments upon the development of musical styles. (Writing-intensive.)

Prerequisite, 109. Hamessley.

[252] Music in Europe, 1600 to 1900. A study and analysis of major develop-

ments in style of Western music between 1600 and 1900, including the birth and

development of opera, the growth of the concerto and symphony, the proliferation

of program music and consideration of the varied audiences for whom composers

of the Baroque, Classical and Romantic periods were writing. Consideration of the

influence of political, economic, technological and cultural environments upon the

d e velopment of musical styles. ( P r o s e m i n a r .) Pre r e q u i s i t e , 1 0 9 . (Next offered 2005-06.)

253S Music in Europe and America Since 1900. A study and analysis of major

developments in style of Western music since 1900, in particular the dissolution of

tonality in the first decades of the century, the alternatives to traditional tonality that

developed subsequently and the proliferation of styles in more recent years. Consider-

ation of the influence of political, economic, technological and cultural environments

on these developments. (Proseminar.) Prerequisite, 109. Buchman.

[2 5 4 ] Studies in World Music. Examination of selected non-We s t e r n music culture s

with primary emphasis on West African drumming and Javanese gamelan traditions.

Focus on musical procedures as well as cultural uses of the music and corollary arts.

Includes hands-on performance in the traditions studied. (Proseminar.) Prerequisite,

154 or consent of instructor. (Offered in alternate years.)

2 5 8 S O p e r a . Study of literary and musical dimensions of operas by major composers

from Monteverdi and Mozart to the present. Emphasis on the transformation of inde-

pendent texts into librettos and the effects of music as it reflects language and dramatic

action. Includes such works as Orfeo, The Marriage of Figaro, Otello, The Tu r n of the Screw

and C a n d i d e.P r e re q u i s i t e , t wo courses in music or two in literature, or one in each

field, or consent of instructors. (Same as Comparative Literature 258 and Sophomore

Seminar 258.) (Offered in alternate years.) Maximum enrollment, 12. Hamessley and

P. Rabinowitz.

2 5 9 S Studies in Ja z z . A study of the life, times and music of selected jazz mu s i c i a n s

f rom 1950 to the pre s e n t . Emphasis on the range of jazz styles from that era including

f u n k y, fusion and free jazz. P re re q u i s i t e , 160 or consent of instru c t o r . (Offered in alter-

nate years.) Woods.

[ 2 6 2 ] A f r i c a n - A m e r ican Popular Music. A study of the music of selected popular

African-American artists, including rhythm-and-blues artists, black gospel soloists and

performers of soul music and rap music. Focus on the social issues, musical modes of

expression and cultural importance of the artists. Prerequisite, one full-credit course

in music. (Offered in alternate years.)

Courses in Performance

Applied Music

The study of music through lessons in vo i c e , f l u t e , o b o e, English horn , c l a r i n e t , b a s s o o n ,

saxophone, horn, trumpet, trombone, euphonium, tuba, piano, organ, harp, percussion,

acoustic guitar, jazz guitar, violin, viola, ’cello and contrabass. Based on evaluation of

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Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory. Students may repeat courses for credit in Applied Music

to a maximum of four semesters of study in any given instrument with the consent

of the instructor. Following successful completion of four semesters of Applied Music,

the student must advance to Solo Performance for further study for credit.A fee is

charged.The Department.

125F,S Half-hour tutorial for one-quarter credit

126F,S Hour tutorial for one-half credit

Solo Performance

The study of music through lessons and performance in voice, flute, oboe, English

horn, clarinet, bassoon, saxophone, horn, trumpet, trombone, euphonium, tuba, piano,

organ, harp, percussion, acoustic guitar, jazz guitar, violin, viola, ’cello and contrabass.

Students must participate in at least one public performance per semester as specified

in the Music Department Handbook. Prerequisite, consent of instructor. Successful

completion of, or placement out of, Music 109 must occur within three semesters of

Solo Pe r f o r mance study. M a y be repeated for cre d i t . A fee is charged.The Depart m e n t .

225F,S Half-hour tutorial for one-quarter credit

226F,S Hour tutorial for one-half credit

Advanced Solo Performance.

The study of music through lessons and performance in voice, flute, oboe, English

horn, clarinet, bassoon, saxophone, horn, trumpet, trombone, euphonium, tuba, piano,

organ, harp, percussion, acoustic guitar, jazz guitar, violin, viola, ’cello and contrabass.

Hour tutorial for one-half credit required for and open only to students who are

p r e p a r ing half or full recitals approved by the Music Depart m e n t . P re r e q u i s i t e , s u c c e s s f u l

completion of at least two semesters of Solo Pe r f o r m a n c e, 109 and consent of instru c t o r.

Students may only enroll in Advanced Solo Performance upon completion of or

co-registration in 209 or one course in literature and history of music at the 200

level. May be repeated for credit.A fee is charged.The Department.

326F,S Hour tutorial for one-half credit

141-142F,S Group Performance. The study of music through performance in one

or more of the following: Orchestra (Buchman), Brass Lab (Buchman),Woodwind

Lab (Buchman), College Choir (G. Kolb), Oratorio Society (G. Kolb), Jazz Ensemble

( Woods) and Jazz Improvisation (Wo o d s ) . P re re q u i s i t e, consent of instru c t o r . ( O r a t o r i o

is graded S/U and is open to seniors by audition only. Jazz Improvisation is graded

S/U.) One-quarter course credit each semester. May be repeated throughout the stu-

dent’s college career. Students may count up to four credits from among 141, 142,

241 and 242 toward graduation.The Department.

2 4 1 - 2 4 2 F, S A d v anced Group Pe r f o r m a n c e . The study of music through chamber

performance in one or more of the following: Instrumental Chamber Ensembles

(Buchman), College Hill Singers (G. Kolb), Jazz Combo (Woods). Co-requisite,

concurrent registration in the corresponding Group Performance ensemble required;

i . e. , O r c h e s t r a , College Choir or Jazz Ensemble re s p e c t i ve l y, and consent of instru c t o r.

One-quarter course credit each semester. May be repeated throughout the student’s

college career. Students may count up to four credits from among 141, 142, 241 and

242 toward graduation.The Department.

216F Conducting. The elements of conducting, including baton technique, aural

perception, rehearsal techniques and score study (both instrumental and choral).

Prerequisite, any 200-level full-credit music course. Concurrent participation in a

College ensemble required. G. Kolb.

Courses in Theory and Composition

109F,S Theories of Music: Fundamentals. Intensive training in the fundamentals

of music, with an emphasis on the study of melodic structures, harmonic intervals and

chords, rhythm and meter, and basic musical forms. Regular written assignments,

including computer assignments aimed to develop musicianship skills. Prerequisite,

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ability to read music in at least one clef. Prospective music concentrators are strongly

urged to register concurrently in 180 and 181. May not be counted toward the

minor. Hopkins (Fall); Gould (Spring).

1 8 0 F Basic Aural Skills. I n t r oduction to aural understanding through sight-singi n g ,

dictation and the rudiments of music notation. Diatonic major scales and key s , d i a t o n i c

intervals, diatonic melodies, tonic and dominant arpeggiation, an introduction to

minor scales and key s , c a d e n c e s , r h ythms in simple and compound meters . O n e - q u a rt e r

course credit. May be repeated for credit with consent of instructor. Prerequisite,

concurrent or previous registration in 109 or consent of instructor. Hamessley.

181F,S Basic Keyboard Skills. Introduction to keyboard skills including note

identification, intervals, major and minor scales, triad identification, 7th chords, simple

c h o rd progressions and basic sight-re a d i n g . O n e - q u a r ter course cre d i t . M a y be re p e a t e d

for credit with consent of instructor. Prerequisite, concurrent or previous registration

in 109 or consent of instructor. Not open to seniors. Best.

209F Theories of Music: Counterpoint and Harmony. A study of counter-

point, voice-leading, harmonic progressions and chromatic harmony. Consideration

of common processes in music and how they are perceived. Concurrent registration

in Keyboard Skills (181 or 281) is highly recommended for prospective music con-

centrators. Prerequisite, 109 and 180 (may be taken concurrently). Hopkins.

210S Theories of Music: Musical Forms. Analytical techniques and analysis of

common musical forms from many traditions, including European classical, popular,

jazz and other music from around the world. Consideration of common structures in

music and how they are perceived. Concurrent registration in Keyboard Skills (181 or

281) is highly recommended for prospective music concentrators. Prerequisite, 209

and 280 (may be taken concurrently). Gould.

[213] Jazz Arranging. The theoretical designs used in combo, big band and third-

stream writing. Coverage of jazz scales, chords, voicings, ranges and tonal properties.

Students are expected to compose and copy the parts to three compositions, one of

which will be read and recorded. Prerequisite, 209.

277F Music for Contemporary Media. Experience with the aesthetics and tech-

niques of the modern re c o r ding studio, including the uses of sound synthesizers , d i g i t a l

s a m p l e r s and MIDI. C r e a t i ve projects using these techniques. ( P r o s e m i n a r.) Pre r e q u i s i t e,

ability to read music in at least one clef.T h ree hours of class and three hours of studio.

S. Pellman.

280S Intermediate Aural Skills. A continuation of 180. Development of aural

understanding through sight-singing and dictation.Tonic and dominant arpeggiation

in inversion, diatonic melodies with simple modulation, further work in minor keys,

i n t r oduction to alto and tenor clefs, c h romatic interva l s , h a r monic progre s s i o n s , r h y t h m s

in mixed meters , modal scales. M ay be repeated for credit with the consent of instru c t o r.

One-half course credit. Prerequisite, 180 and consent of instructor. Hamessley.

281F,S Intermediate Keyboard Skills. A continuation of 181. Four-part chord

progression reading, alto and tenor clef, melodic transposition, introduction to figured

harmony, chord progressions, intermediate sight-reading. One-half course credit. May

be repeated for credit with consent of instructor. Prerequisite, 181 and consent of

instructor. Best.

287F,S Musical Composition. Contemporary compositional techniques, including

notational procedures and score preparation. Emphasis on developing the ability to

structure musical ideas in several short pieces and one extended work. One-quarter

course credit. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite, 109 or 277 and consent of

instructor. S. Pellman.

3 7 7 S E l e c t r onic A r ts Wo r k s h o p . Emphasis on collaborative work among computer

musicians, digital photographers and videographers in the creation of visual/musical

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works. Other projects will include transmedia installations or performance art pieces.

Prerequisite, Art 302 with consent of instructors,Art 313 or Music 277. (Same as Art

377.) (Offered in alternate years.) Maximum enrollment, 14. Gant and S. Pellman.

380F,S Advanced Aural Skills. A continuation of 280. Development of aural

understanding through sight-singing and dictation. More extensive modulation of

melodies and harmonic progressions, aural analysis of small binary forms, further

work in alto and tenor clefs. One-half course credit. May be repeated for credit with

consent of the instructor. Prerequisite, 280 and consent of the instructor. Hamessley.

381F,S Advanced Keyboard Skills. A continuation of 281. May include continued

work in alto and tenor clef, reading open scores, more advanced figured harmony and

advanced sight-reading. One-half course credit. May be repeated for credit with con-

sent of instructor. Prerequisite, 281 and consent of instructor. Best.

Third-year Seminars and the Senior Project

350F Topics in Music. In-depth consideration of topics in music theory, history,

composition and performance.Topics for 2004: Orchestration and Score Study,

Musicology and Scholarship: Music of the Southern Appalachians and Musical

Coherence in the Music of Brahms. Prerequisite, 210 and one additional full-credit

music course at the 200 level. Buchman, Hamessley and Hopkins.

351S Topics in Music. In-depth consideration of topics in music theory, history,

composition and performance.Topics for 2005: Cantatas of J.S. Bach, Csound

Applications and Jazz Composition. Prerequisite, 210 and one additional full-credit

music course at the 200 level. G. Kolb, S. Pellman and Woods.

450F Senior Project I. Supervised work on a specific project based on proposals

submitted to the department by the end of the student’s junior year. Prerequisite,

consent of department prior to second semester of student’s junior year. One-half

credit. Open to seniors only.The Department.

451S Senior Project II. Completion of senior project. Prerequisite, 450. One-half

credit.The Department.

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171 Neuroscience

Neuroscience

Faculty

Herman K. Lehman, Chair (Biology)

George A. Gescheider (Psychology)

Douglas A.Weldon (Psychology)

The departments of Biology and Psychology offer an interdisciplinary concentration

in neuroscience.The concentration consists of 12 courses, which must include:

Biology 110 and 111, or 115; Chemistry 120 or 125 and 190; Psychology 101, 205

and 280; a biology or psychology elective at the 200 level or above, or Chemistry

270;Topics in Neuroscience Research: Neural Plasticity (Psychology/Biology 330);

Psychophysics and Sensory Physiology (Psychology 350); Cellular Neurobiology

(Biology 357); and the Senior Project. Program honors in neuroscience recognize

the distinguished achievement of students who excel in their coursework in the

concentration, including the Senior Project. Students considering graduate work in

neuroscience are advised to take Chemistry 255, Mathematics 113-114, Computer

Science 110-111 and Physics 100-105.

2 0 5 F, S I n t r oduction to Brain and Behav i o r. For full descri p t i o n , see Psychology 205.

[232] Human Neuropsychology. For full description, see Psychology 232.

[242] Psychopharmacology. For full description, see Psychology 242.

330S Topics in Neuroscience Research: Neural Plasticity. For full description,

see Psychology 330.

350F Psychophysics and Sensory Physiology. For full description, see

Psychology 350.

357S Cellular Neurobiology. For full description, see Biology 357.

[421S] Neurochemistry. For full description, see Biology 421.

445F Integrative Animal Biology. For full description, see Biology 445.

500F-501S Senior Project. Supervised research on a specific problem in neuro-

science based on proposals submitted to the faculty in the spring of the junior year.

Open to senior concentrators.The Department.

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172 Oral Communication

Oral Communication

Faculty

Susan A. Mason, Director Special Appointments

James Helmer

Jeffrey H. McArn

Though not a concentration, c o u rses in oral communication enable students to deve l o p

thinking and communication skills necessary for success in other Hamilton courses

requiring intensive interaction, such as in Proseminars, Sophomore Seminars and the

Senior Program.Through variable credit instruction in classrooms, labs and in t h e

f i e l d , students experience a wide va r iety of innova t ive learning opport u n i t i e s . O r a l

communication course work provides regular academic credit toward graduation

requirements. Unless otherwise noted by a concentration, oral communication credits

may not be applied toward requirements for a student’s concentration.

100F,S Principles of Competent Oral Presentations. Abbreviated study of

fundamental principles, with emphasis on organization and presentation. Designed

for students who wish to enhance confidence in oral delivery skills.Videotaping.

One-quarter course credit. Maximum enrollment, 12. Mason.

130F,S Argumentation and Debate. Analysis of problems, issues, evidences and

options leading to articulate clear, cogent and concise arguments. Practice in oral

presentation of rational and defendable context-based positions and decisions. In-class

and public discussions and debates.V i d e o t a p i n g . O n e - q u a r ter course cre d i t . M a x i m u m

enrollment, 16. Helmer.

140F Dynamics of Discussion. Investigation of approaches and competencies

needed to thoughtfully and actively participate in discussions. Emphasis on organizing

strategies and oral skills leading to exploration of differing conceptions and opinions.

Study of discussion systems that foster mutual understandings without trying to win

adherents.Videotaping. One-quarter course credit. Maximum enrollment, 18. Helmer.

1 6 0 S C r itical Listening Competencies. Study and application of effective listening

c o m p e t e n c i e s . Emphasis on the transactional and contextually based nature of listening

processes. Active and empathetic listening. Connections between relationship develop-

ment and feedback, listening and questioning skills are stressed.Videotaping. One-

quarter course credit. Maximum enrollment, 18. McArn.

170S Negotiating: Principles and Skills. Practice in conflict resolution and

negotiating. Methods and models for productive conflict management are studied

and applied. Practice in the uses of negotiating as a persuasive and informative activity

to confront and resolve disagreements.Videotaping. One-quarter course credit.

Maximum enrollment, 18. McArn.

180S Principles and Practice of Intercultural Communication. Study and

application of cross-cultural communication practices designed for students planning

to travel and/or study abroad.The central role of practicing culture-appropriate

communication will be studied. Students will prepare a communication primer for a

c u l t u r e of their choice that addresses key characteristics of intercultural commu n i c a t i o n.

Case studies.V i d e o t a p i n g . O n e - q u a rter course cre d i t . M a x i m um enro l l m e n t , 1 8 . M a s o n .

190F Theories and Practices of Leadership. A laboratory approach to the study

of effective leadership practices resulting in active community participation. Skills

associated with active leadership roles as strategi s t , change agent, c o a c h , c o m m u n i c a t o r,

mentor and member are observed and practiced. Required applied communication

field work. One-quarter course credit. Mason.

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200F,S Essential Instructional Models for Volunteer Tutors and Teachers. In

cooperation with HAVO C , the SHINE project and other community-based vo l u nteer

teaching organizations. Planning, preparing and delivering student-centered, active

learning-based lessons and tutorials. Appropriate educational adaptations to the

challenges and opportunities of various educational environments, learner groups,

socio-economic and cultural dynamics.Approved practicum experiences required.

One-quarter course credit. Mason and Owens-Manley.

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174 Philosophy

Philosophy

Faculty

Katheryn H. Doran, Chair Marianne Janack

John Ceballes Kirk E. Pillow

A.Todd Franklin Robert L. Simon

Celeste M. Friend Richard W.Werner

The concentration in philosophy consists of 10 courses:

1. 201, 203, 355 and 550.

2. one logic course: either 200 or 240.

3. three additional courses at or above the 400 level, none of which may be cross-

listed from outside the department.

4. two electives in philosophy with no more than one of them at the 100 level and

no more than one of them cross-listed from outside the department.

Concentrators must take at least one 400-level course from epistemology, meta-

physics or philosophy of science, and another from the history of philosophy, ethics

or aesthetics. Courses cross-listed from outside the department will not be counted

toward the concentration without approval of the department.

Concentrators normally complete 201, 203 and the logic requirement (either 200

or 240), by the end of their sophomore year. Concentrators normally complete 355

by the end of the junior year.

Senior concentrators complete the Senior Seminar (550) in the fall of the senior

year. Each student in 550 will complete a senior writing project. Concentrators plan-

ning to do theses in the spring will also work on thesis proposals. Students will be

admitted to Senior Thesis (551) only if a formal thesis proposal submitted in the fall

is approved by the department. Candidates for honors must have a cumulative average

of 88 in their philosophy courses and submit and successfully defend orally the pro j e c t

from 550 or the thesis from 551 during the spring semester of their senior year.

A minor in philosophy can be of two kinds: s t a n d a r d (five courses consisting of one

course from among 200 or 240, 201, 203 and two other courses); or correlative (five

courses in philosophy correlative to the field of concentration and approved by the

department).

First-year students, sophomores and juniors may enroll in 200, 201 or 203 with no

prerequisites.

110F,S Introduction to Philosophy. An introduction to such philosophical issues

as human nature, the possibility and nature of morality, the existence of God and the

problem of evil, the possibility of free will and the nature of human knowledge.

Practice in critically appraising philosophical positions. (Writing-intensive.) Open to

first-year students only.The Department.

111F Contemporary Moral Issues. Introduction to moral theory and moral

reasoning.Application of moral theories and reasoning to social problems. Extensive

use of films viewed outside of classtime. (Writing-intensive.) (Proseminar.) Open to

first-year students only.Werner.

112F Telling Right from Wrong. Philosophical inquiry into whether or not any

of our moral beliefs can be justified and intensive examination of specific moral

theories, including theories of justice, equality and rights. (Writing-intensive.)

(Proseminar.) Simon.

1 1 7 F, S I n t r oduction to Political T h e o r y. For full descri p t i o n , see Gove rnm ent 117.

2 0 0 S C r itical Reasoning. P r a c t i c a l , hands-on work on re c o gnizing and constru c t i n g

clear arguments from and in everyday life. Emphasis on strengthening one’s reasoning

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skills and putting them to constru c t i ve use in debate and wri t i n g . Not open to students

who have taken 240. Ceballes.

2 0 1 F H i s t o r y of Ancient We s t e r n Philosophy. A study of the philosophical classics

from early Greek times to the fall of Rome. Emphasis on Plato and Aristotle. Open

to first-year students, sophomores and juniors, or by consent of instructor. (Same as

Classical Studies 201.) Maximum enrollment, 60. Friend.

2 0 3 S H i s t o ry of Modern We s t e r n Philosophy. A study of the philosophical classics

from Descartes to Kant. Open to first-year students, sophomores and juniors, or by

consent of instructor. Maximum enrollment, 60. Ceballes.

2 0 5 F P h i l o s o p h y and Race. M a n y scientists have concluded that race is not biologi c a l .

What then does “race” mean? How are racial categories socially constructed and to

what end? To see the concept of race change through history is to see that race as a

category is neither static nor inevitable. However, to say that the category of race is

not biologically justified is not the same as to say that race is chimerical or u n re a l . We

will examine the dichotomy of “socially constru c t e d ” ve r sus “ r e a l ” and explore how

these concepts play out in the study of race. (Writing-intensive.) (Proseminar.) Open

to first-year students and sophomores. Friend.

2 0 9 S P h i l o s o p h y and Fe m i n i s m . An intro d u c t o ry survey of philosophical appro a c h e s

to feminism. Examines the historical progression of feminist philosophical thought, as

well as some of the debates that animate contemporary feminist theory.Will address

the general question of feminism’s relationship to, and tensions with, philosophical

thought. Prerequisite, one course in philosophy or women’s studies or consent of

instructor. Janack.

220S Philosophical Perspectives on the Self. What is a self? Does each person

have one? Does each person have only one? How is the self related to the soul? Is it

unchanging or in constant flux? What is the relationship between the self and the

body? Examination of personal identity, the self and the soul as these topics are addre s s e d

in traditional philosophical texts, literature and neuropsychology. (Writing-intensive.)

(Proseminar.) Open to first-year students and sophomores. Janack.

222F Race, Gender and Culture. A critical philosophical examination of the

normative categories of race, gender and culture.Topics include the origin, character

and function of racial, gender and social identities. Analysis will focus on questions

concerning the malleability of these identities, as well as questions concerning their

psychological and social significance. (Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, one course in

philosophy, Africana studies or women’s studies. (Same as Women’s Studies 222.)

Franklin.

235S Environmental Ethics. The central theme of this course is the appropriate

relation of humans to the env i ro n m e n t . Specific topics include ways of conceptualizing

nature, the ethical, religious and social sources of the environmental crisis, our moral

duties to non-human organisms and the ethical dimensions of the human population

explosion.The goal is to help students arrive at their own reasoned views on these

subjects and to think about the consequences of everyday actions, both personal and

political. Doran.

240S Symbolic Logic. A study of formal systems of reasoning and argument

evaluation. Janack.

301F The Philosophy of History. For full description, see History 301.

[310] Philosophy of Science. Focus on the philosophical analysis of scientific

knowledge, scientific method and the practice of science. Readings include classic

texts in the philosophy of science as well as contemporary discussions of science as a

social product and critiques of the notion of scientific objectiv i t y. ( W r i t i n g - i n t e nsive.)

P r e re q u i s i t e , one course in philosophy or consent of instru c t o r. (Next offered 2006-07.)

315S Islamic Thought. For full description, see Religious Studies 315.

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[337] Seminar in Chinese Intellectual History: Confucianism. For full

description, see History 337.

351S The Theory and Practice of Nonviolence. Critical inquiry into the

morality of war and peace with emphasis on war re a l i s m , just war theory and pacifism.

Consideration of the ethics of violence and the alternative of nonviolence both as a

tactic and as a way of life. Historical and contemporary readings. Prerequisite, one

course in philosophy or consent of instructor. Open to sophomores, juniors and

seniors.Werner.

355F Contemporary Philosophy. Exploration of central preoccupations in recent

philosophy, including the decline of the craving for the objectivity of logic, and the

rise of a va r iety of reconceptions of philosophy, in classic 20th-century A n g l o - A m e r i c a n

texts. Focus on several formative debates over the connection among experience,

language and the world, and accordingly, over the nature and limits of philosophy.

Prerequisite, 203 or consent of instructor. Open to sophomores, juniors and seniors.

Doran.

370F Technology and Alienation. Study of the philosophy of technology focusing

on both those who maintain that technology alienates us from nature and those who

hold that technology is our nature. Readings include Marx, H e i d e g g e r , C r itical T h e o r y,

Pragmatism and Liberalism. ( W r i t i n g - i n t e n s ive.) Pre r e q u i s i t e, one course in philosophy

or consent of instructor. Open to sophomores, juniors, and seniors.Werner.

371F Ethics of Professions and Practices. Examination of ethical issues arising

in the professions, in institutions and in human practices. Study of selected ethical

p ro blems in law, m e d i c i n e , education and sport . P r e re q u i s i t e, one course in philosophy.

Open to juniors and seniors. Simon.

[380] Philosophy of Law. Inquiry into the nature of law, the authority of law, the

character of judicial reasoning and other selected problems in jurisprudence, with

p a r ticular attention to the relationship of legality to morality and justifiability of judicial

reasoning. Prerequisite, two courses in philosophy or senior standing. (Next offered

2005-06.)

3 8 1 S P h i l o s o p h y as Spiritual Quest. For full descri p t i o n , see Religious Studies 381.

[410] Seminar in the History of Philosophy: American Philosophy. Course

begins with work on some historical debates over the metaphysics and ethics of

personhood with an examination of some early American texts by Bradstreet and

Lincoln, and Emerson and Thoreau’s Transcendentalism. Emphasis on classical

Pragmatist metaphysics and epistemology through the work of Peirce, James and

Dewey, with attention to their neo-Pragmatist legacies in contemporary American

philosophy. Prerequisite, three courses in philosophy or consent of instructor. (Next

offered 2006-07.)

[415] Seminar in the Philosophy of Science: Objectivity and Rationality.

Is objectivity possible? If it is, is it an epistemic value worth pursuing? How does

o b j e c t i vity relate to the metaphysics of experience and to our ideals of rationality? T h e

c o u r se will focus on the objectivity debate in philosophy of science, and the rationality

debate in feminist theory. Readings will include works by Susan Bord o, Sandra Hard i n g ,

Thomas Kuhn,Thomas Nagel,W.V. O. Quine and Martha Nussbaum. Prerequisite,

three courses in philosophy or consent of instructor. (Next offered 2005-06.)

[425S] Mahayana Buddhism. For full description, see Religious Studies 425.

[430] Seminar in Epistemology: The Problem of Knowledge. Inquiry into

whether it is possible to reject skepticism without resorting to dogmatism. Special

emphasis on the connection (or tension) between eve ry d ay reflection and philosophical

t h e o r y. H i s t o r ical and contemporary re a d i n g s . P re re q u i s i t e , t h ree courses in philosophy

or consent of instructor. (Next offered 2005-06.)

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431F Seminar in the History of Philosophy: Kant’s Critical System. The

influence of Immanuel Kant’s ideas on modern and contemporary philosophy is

pervasive and profound. In this course students will gain an understanding of Kant’s

overall philosophical system by way of a close reading of the “ C r itique of Pure Reason”

and other key texts. Special attention to interconnections between Kant’s epistemolog y,

moral philosophy, political philosophy and aesthetics.The interp l ay and tension betwe e n

limitation and freedom in Kant’s philosophy will be explored. Prerequisite, three

courses in philosophy or consent of instructor. Ceballes.

4 4 0 F Seminar in the P h i l o s o p h y of Science: Mind and Body. An examination

of literature in philosophy of mind.The course will focus on questions and issues

such as:What is the mind? How is it related to the body? What is its role in personal

identity? How do theories of mind relate to our understanding of affective and cog n i t ive

phenomena, such as the emotions, will and reason? Prerequisite, three courses in

philosophy or consent of instructor. Janack.

446S Seminar in Ethics: Recent Developments in Virtue Ethics. An explo-

ration of some of the developments in ethics that defend virtue and character as the

a p p ro p r iate starting points.We start with a careful reading of A r i s t o t l e ’s “ N i c h o m a c h e a n

Ethics” followed by works by contemporary authors. Prerequisite, 201, 203, 355 or

consent of instructor. Friend.

4 5 0 F Seminar in Ethics: Ethical T h e o r y. An investigation of recent ethical theory,

focusing on theories of justification in ethics, and issues of realism and relativism in

ethics. Prerequisite, 203, 355 or consent of instructor.Werner.

460S Seminar in Ethics: Contemporary Theories of Justice. Detailed analysis

of contemporary theories of distributive and compensatory justice and their conse-

quences for liberty and equality. Emphasis on Rawl’s theory of liberal justice and its

critics. Prerequisite, two courses in philosophy or consent of instructor. Open to

juniors and seniors. Simon.

463S Seminar in Metaphysics: Nietzsche. A close examination of Nietzsche’s

philosophical corpus that focuses on his conception of the good life as it emerges

within the context of the critical and positive aspects of his philosophy.Topics include

the existential significance of narrative, the nature of knowledge and the philosophical

import of Nietzsche’s critical condemnations of metaphysics, religion and morality.

Prerequisite, three courses in philosophy or consent of instructor. Open to juniors

and seniors. Franklin.

550F Senior Seminar. Advanced work on philosophical topics, combined with

research projects, presentations of work and preparation of thesis proposals. Open

only to senior philosophy concentrators. Janack.

551S Senior Thesis. Extensive practice in writing and evaluating writing on philo-

sophical topics, culminating in completion of a senior thesis. Prerequisite, 550. Doran.

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Physical Education

Faculty

David W. Thompson, Chair John Keady

Susan Viscomi, Director James C. King III

Peter J. Alvanos Patricia Kloidt

Tobin Anderson Eugene McCabe

Shannon L. Bryant Perry Nizzi

Alexis Dankulie Eric S. Summers

T. J. Davis Corey Wenger

Julie Diehl

Colette Gilligan Coaches

Philip Grady Al Highducheck

Brett C. Hull Tracy Kelleher

Ellen Hull Kathy Wilmot

All enrolled students are required to participate in a physical education program for

individual development.This “lifetime carryover” program is based on the theory that

it is as important to develop a healthy body and a love of sports as it is to provide

scope for the skilled athlete.

There is a five-part requirement that includes:

1) A physical fitness test (a course is offered for those who do not pass);

2) A swim test (beginning swimming is offered for those who do not

pass);

3) and 4) Two lifetime activity classes;

5) may be met by completing one unit of the following:

intercollegiate athletics

wellness seminar

lifetime activity class.

Lifetime activity classes include the following: aerobics, badminton, fitness, golf,

jogging, lifeguard training, power walking, racquetball, scuba, skating, squash, swim-

ming, tennis, toning and volleyball.

Upon passing the physical fitness and swimming tests and successfully completing

the three other parts of the requirement, a student shall have completed the physical

education requirement.

A c t i vities may not be repeated for credit nor may a student be given interc o l l e g i a t e

credit and also receive credit for a similar class (i.e., a hockey player may not receive

credit for ice skating).

Except under unusual circumstances, it is expected that the requirement will be

completed in the first year. All students must complete the requirement by the end of

four semesters in residence and may not study abroad without completing it. Students

with physical disabilities may enter an individual program approved by the director of

physical education.

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Physics

Faculty

Ann J. Silversmith, Chair David P. Rideout

Brian Collett

Gordon L. Jones Special Appointments

Seth A. Major James W. Ring

Peter J. Millet (S) Jim Schreve

A concentration in physics consists of 10 courses: 190, 195, 290, 295, 390, 550 and

four other courses chosen in consultation with an advisor who is a member of the

physics faculty. Normally at least one of the electives will be from among courses at

the 300 level and above. Students who wish to prepare for graduate school in physics

or engineering should choose four electives from courses at the 300 level and above.

Students with other interests may, in consultation with their advisor, select electives

f rom other science or math cours e s . Such courses may support interd i s c i p l i n a r y intere s t s

or career goals. Normally 390 is taken in the spring semester of the junior year in

preparation for the research project undertaken in 550. For honors in physics, out-

standing work in the senior research project is required.

In the first ye a r, p r o s p e c t ive concentrators should take 190 and 195, and Mathematics

113 and 114. If the Mathematics Department grants advanced placement, students may

wish to take linear algebra followed by vector calculus (Mathematics 215) or differe n t i a l

equations (Mathematics 224 and 235). Physics 290 and 295 should be taken in the

second ye a r. Other options should be discussed with a member of the fa c u l t y. S t u d e n ts

who wish to major in physics but who have taken Physics 100-105, wish to begin the

major belatedly or who have advanced placement in physics, should consult with the

department chair.

A minor in physics consists of five courses: 190, 195, 290 or 295, and two other

physics courses, or 100, 105, and three other physics courses, of which one must be

at the 200 level or above. A minor in astronomy consists of five courses: 190-195 or

100-105, 290, 160 and an independent study in astronomy. A student who majors in

physics may not minor in astronomy.

Students interested in the 3-2 or 4-2 engineering programs affiliating Hamilton

with engineering schools should take 190, 195 and calculus (or linear algebra if math-

ematics placement so warrants) in their first year.There are many possible options in

e n g i n e e r ing progr a m s , and because of their complexity beyond the first ye a r, i n t e r e s t e d

students should consult the engineering advisor.This is also the case for those who

h ave taken 100-105 and have then become interested in engi n e e r i n g . The engi n e e r i n g

advisor is Professor Millet.

Juniors or seniors without prior courses in the department may enroll in 100, 135,

140, 160, 190 and 245.

100F Survey of Physics. The first semester of a year-long sequence (100-105) for

pre-med students and other scientists who require a year of basic physics.Topics

include mechanics, fluids and thermodynamics. Emphasis on applications of physics

in medicine and in other sciences. Knowledge of algebra and trigonometry required.

Three hours of class and three hours of laboratory. Collett, Major and Schreve.

105S Survey of Physics. The second semester of a year-long sequence (100-105)

for pre-med students and other scientists who require a year of basic physics. Topics

include electricity and magnetism, o p t i c s , atomic physics and nuclear phy s i c s . E m p h a s i s

on applications of physics in medicine and in other sciences. Prerequisite, 100 or 190.

Three hours of class and three hours of laboratory. Knowledge of algebra and

trigonometry required. Schreve and Silversmith.

[ 13 0 F ] P h ysics of A r c h i t e c t u r e. I n t roduction to why buildings stand up — the phy s i c s

of materials and of stru c t u r e s . S t r u c t u res include Greek temples, Roman arc h e s , G o t h i c

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cathedrals, buildings of Mies van der Rohe, Le Corbusier, and Frank Lloyd Wright, as

well as bridges of various kinds. Knowledge of algebra and trigonometry required.

135F Spacetime and the Quantum World. A study of two fundamental develop-

ments in modern physics, quantum theory and relativity. Drawing on the quantum

mechanics of spin and spacetime diagrams, we gain an overview of some of the more

thought-provoking aspects of contemporary physics. Breaking from tradition, this is

not a historical survey but instead focuses on the truth and fundamental nature of these

two developments, as well as the role of observation in modern thought. K n ow l e d g e

of algebra and geometry re q u i r e d . ( P ro s e m i n a r.) Rideout.

[140] Light and the Laser. Introduction to the fundamental properties of light,

including wave behavior, reflection, refraction, color, polarization and the optical

processes of absorption and emission. Emphasis on developing an understanding of

the laser — how it works and why it is different from conventional light sources.

Three hours of class plus some laboratory work. No prerequisite, but familiarity with

pre-calculus mathematics recommended. Maximum enrollment, 20.

160F Introduction to Astronomy. A description of the universe, starting with the

appearance and organization of the solar system and working outward. Development

of the heliocentric view. O b s e r vational deduction of pro p e r ties of stars . Stellar evo l u t i o n

and its relation to pulsars and black holes. Galaxies and the structure and history of

the universe.Three hours of lecture and 90 minutes of laboratory per week.

Maximum enrollment, 24. Millet.

190F The Mechanical Universe. Introduction to principles governing the motion

of a particle and of systems of particles. Kinematics and dynamics; energy, linear

momentum, angular momentum and their conservation laws. Gravitation and some

astrophysical applications. Introduction to the laws of thermodynamics. Use of the

computer to solve mechanics problems.Three hours of class and three hours of labo-

r a t o ry. P r e re q u i s i t e, Mathematics 113 (may be taken concurre n t l y ) . Not open to students

who have taken 100. Major, Schreve and Silversmith.

195S Waves and Fields. The physics of oscillations, waves and fields.Topics include

simple harmonic motion, fluids, sound, electric and magnetic fields, light, optics and

i n t e r f e rence phenomena.This course emphasizes the use of calculus as a tool to descri b e

and analyze the physical world.Three hours of class and three hours of laboratory.

Prerequisite, 190 or 100 and Mathematics 114 (may be taken concurrently). Major,

Rideout and Schreve.

245S Electronics and Computers. Hands-on introduction to the concepts and

devices of electronics. Study of analog and digital circuits, computer architecture,

assembler programming and computer interfacing. (Proseminar.) Six hours of labora-

tory. Collett.

290F Quantum Physics. Special relativity, wave-particle duality, the nuclear atom,

the development of Schrödinger’s wave mechanics and the quantum theory of atoms.

Prerequisite, 195 or 105, and Mathematics 114.Three hours of class and three hours

of laboratory. Jones.

2 9 5 S E l e c t r o m a g n e t i s m . I n t roduction to the mathematical description of the electri c

and magnetic fields, their sources and their interactions with matter. Exploration of

Maxwell’s laws with emphasis on the relationship between the physics and the math-

ematics needed to describe it.Three hours of class and three hours of laboratory.

Prerequisite, 290. Collett and Ring.

320S Topics in Mathematical Physics. A study of mathematical methods and

their use in investigating physical systems.Topics may include vector calculus, o rd i n a r y

differential equations, special functions, partial differential equations, Fourier series,

calculus of complex functions, numerical methods, tensor analysis, groups and other

topics of current theoretical interest. Prerequisite, Mathematics 224 or consent of

instructor. Major.

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[ 3 3 0 S ] Topics in A s t ro p h y s i c s . Topics include an introduction to Einstein’s general

theory of relativity and some key tests (such as the Schwarzschild black hole, gravita-

tional lenses and gr avitational wave s ) ; fundamentals of stellar evolution and stellar

s t r u c t u r e ; s t r u c t u re of galaxies and galactic dynamics; c o s m o l o gical theori e s ; the cosmic

microwave background; recent problems in cosmology and astrophysics. Prerequisite,

290 or 295.

340S Topics in Quantum Physics. Exploration of topics in contemporary physics

using the tools of quantum mechanics developed in 290.Topics may include multi-

e l e c t ron atoms, m o l e c u l e s , solid state phy s i c s , l a s e rs and quantum optics, nuclear phy s i c s ,

nuclear magnetic re s o n a n c e, s u r face physics and particle phy s i c s . P re re q u i s i t e , 2 9 0 . Jo n e s .

350F Classical Mechanics. Principles of classical mechanics, including oscillations,

nonlinear dynamics, dynamics of systems of particles, non-inertial reference frames,

Hamilton and Lagrangian mechanics, celestial mechanics, rigid body motion and

coupled oscillations. Prerequisite, 295 or consent of instructor. Major.

[360F] Scientific Computing in Fortran. Study of the computational methods

for solving advanced problems in the physical sciences using Fortran in a Unix envi-

ronment. Projects may include data fitting, solution of systems of ordinary differential

equations and solutions of partial differential equations. Prerequisite, knowledge of a

programming language and 295 or Mathematics 235 or consent of instructor.

370F Thermodynamics and Statistical Physics. Properties of large-scale systems

in terms of a statistical treatment of the motions, interactions and energy levels of

particles. Basic probability concepts and the principles of statistical mechanics.

Explanation of thermal equilibrium, heat, work and the laws of thermodynamics.

Application to various physical systems. Prerequisite, 290. Millet.

390S Research Seminar. A series of research projects stressing the integration of

theory and experiment. Emphasis on scientific writing, formal oral presentations,

use of the current physics literature. (Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, 290. Jones

and Silversmith.

[450S] Quantum Theory. An exploration of the mathematical underpinnings of

quantum physics.Topics may include energy levels in bound systems, free systems,

tunneling and barrier penetration, angular momentum and spin, interactions between

particles and radiation. Prerequisite, 290 and 350.

[460S] Vibrations and Waves. Topics drawn from mechanics, hydrodynamics,

electrodynamics, acoustics and optics. Prerequisite, 295 and 350.

[ 4 7 0 S ] Light and Spacetime Geometry. A study of special re l a t i v i t y, 4 - vector form

of electromagnetism and Einstein’s general theory of relativity including astrophysical

applications such as gravitational waves, Schwarzschild black holes and gravitational

lenses. Prerequisite, 295 and 320 or 350.

480F Electromagnetic Theory. Intensive study of Maxwell’s equations in both

differential and integral form; electrostatics and electro-dynamics; special relativity;

and the transformation of electromagnetic fields. Introduction to electromagnetic

waves and dielectric and magnetic materials. Prerequisite, 295. Rideout.

550F Senior Research Project. Independent research in collaboration with faculty

supervisor. Students will give a series of formal oral presentations about their research

and will write a comprehensive thesis. Open to senior concentrators or to others

with consent of instructor.The Department.

551S Senior Researc h . R e s e a r ch carried out in collaboration with a faculty member.

Includes written and oral presentation. Prerequisite, 550. The Department.

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Psychology

Faculty

Gregory R. Pierce, Chair Tara E. McKee

Kara L. Bopp Anthony E. Richardson

Jennifer L. Borton David W. Steitz

Joanna Bulkley Jonathan Vaughan (F,S)

Amber N. Douglas Douglas A.Weldon

Rob Foels Penny L.Yee

George A. Gescheider

A concentration in psychology consists of 10 courses: 101, 280, one course in each

of five are a s , t wo electives and the Senior Pro j e c t . The five areas are : b e h a vioral neuro-

sc i e n c e ( 2 0 5 , 2 3 2 , 2 4 2 , 330 and 350); c og n i t ive psychology (225, 2 4 7, 2 9 0 , 3 1 0 , 315 and

3 2 0 ) ; d evelopmental psychology (211, 2 1 2 , 2 2 0 , 2 2 1 , 3 0 8 , 335 and 336); s o c i a l / p e r s o n -

a l i t y psychology (216, 238, 248, 260, 305, 337 and 338); and applied p s y c h o l o gy (223,

2 3 5 , 2 4 9 , 2 5 0 , 3 6 0 , 3 8 0 , 445 and 455).A particular course may count t o wa rd only one o f

these are a s . Of the courses take n , at least two must be laboratory cours e s : one selected f ro m

310, 315, 320, 330 and 350; and one from 305, 308, 335, 336, 337, 338, 360 and 380.

D e p a r tmental honors in psychology re c o gnize the distinguished achievement of stu-

dents who excel in their cours ework in the concentration, including the Senior Pro j e c t .

A minor in general psychology consists of five courses: 101; 280; one laboratory

course chosen from 305, 308, 310, 315, 320, 330, 335, 336, 337, 338, 350, 360 and

380; and two electives, each from a different area.

The departments of Biology and Psychology offer an interd i s c i p l i n a r y concentration

in neuroscience. See the description under Neuroscience.

The curriculum in psychology pre p a r es each student to undert a ke a Senior Pro j e c t

consisting of extensive research and theoretical inquiry, culminating in a written thesis

and an oral presentation.The project can be completed in one or two semesters;

therefore, concentrators must enroll in 500 and/or 501 during their senior year.

101F,S Introductory Psychology. An introduction to the science of human

b e h av i o r.Topics include the nervous system, p e rc e p t i o n , l e a r n i n g , m o t i va t i o n , c og n i t ive

and social development, personality, individual differences, social behavior, psycho-

pathology and behavior disorders.The Department.

203F,S Research Methods in Psychology. A comparative investigation of experi-

mental, observational and correlational approaches to the study of individual and

social behavior. Examples drawn from all areas of psychology. Prerequisite, 101. Steitz.

205F,S Introduction to Brain and Behavior. Study of the structure and function

of the nervous system as it relates to consciousness and behav i o r. Emphasis on psycho-

b i o l o gi c a l explanations of perception, learning, attention, motivation, emotion and

behavior disorders. Prerequisite, 101 or Biology 111 or 115, or consent of instructor.

(Same as Biology and Neuroscience 205.) Gescheider, Lehman and Richardson.

211F,S Child Development. An introduction to the science of child behavior.

Perceptual, cognitive, linguistic, social and personality development from birth

through childhood. Prerequisite, 101. Bopp and Bulkley.

212S Adulthood and Aging. A developmental approach to describing the adult

lifespan with a focus on understanding the process and theories of aging. Research

and applied pers p e c t ives on cog n i t ive, b i o p s y c h o l o gi c a l , social and personality deve l o p-

m e nt . Topics include successful agi n g , a g e - r elated memory loss, coping and adaptation,

creativity, wisdom, and death and dying. Prerequisite, 101. Steitz.

2 1 6 F Social Psycholog y. The study of the influence of social contexts on thoughts,

feelings and behavior.Topics include social cognition, stereotyping and prejudice, self-

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esteem maintenance, attitudes and persuasion, helping behavior and aggression.

Emphasis on experimental research methodology. Prerequisite, 101. Foels.

[220] Social Development. Theoretical issues and empirical studies of social-

emotional development, focusing on infancy through adolescence.Topics include

normative issues in attachment, temperament, moral development, family and peer

interactions, and gender development as well as issues in developmental psycho-

pathology. Prerequisite, 101.

[221] Gender Development. Examination of biological and socio-cultural influ-

ences on individuals’ developing understanding of their own gender and of cultural

expectations re g a r ding gender roles and gender-stereotyped behav i o rs . Issues of pers o n a l

relationships and individual achievement in gendered understandings of the self

throughout the lifespan. Emphasis on research methods in the study of social devel-

opment. Prerequisite, 101.

2 2 3 S Adult Psychopatholog y. I n t r oduction to the study of mental disord e rs in adults,

including historical and cultural perspectives. Focus on classification, diagnostic assess-

ment, etiology, treatment and evaluation of treatment efficacy for the major disorders

including affective, thought and personality disorders. Research methods in clinical

psychology emphasized. Prerequisite, 101. McKee.

225S Sensation and Perception. An introduction to the human sensory and

perceptual apparatus. Includes a consideration of anatomy, neurophysiological mecha-

nisms, as well as the psychological experiences associated with these processes. Covers

visual, auditory, gustatory, olfactory, tactile and proprioceptive senses. Prerequisite, 101.

Richardson.

[232] Human Neuropsychology. Study of human brain function from the stand-

point of experimental and clinical research in behavioral and cognitive neuroscience.

Survey of research involving animals and humans, addressing presumed neural mecha-

nisms for cognitive, motivational and emotional states. Analysis of aphasia, agnosias,

apraxias and disconnection syndromes. Prerequisite, 101. (Same as Neuroscience 232.)

[235] Educational Psychology. The application of psychological theory and

research to educational problems.Topics include the cognitive psychology of school

learning, academic motivation, measurement of achievement and ability, classroom

behavior management and exceptional children. Prerequisite, 101.

238S Psychology of Racism. Psychological theories of racism and ethnic-based

discrimination, focusing on manifestations of individual, cultural and institutional

racism/discrimination. Emphasizes racism within the United States with a secondary

emphasis on cross-cultural comparisons of ethnicity and race. Students will examine

theories of racism and grapple with questions regarding the ubiquitous nature of

race/ethnic/gender/class hierarchies. Students will apply theoretical knowledge to a

c o n c r ete understanding of how racism is lived and experi e n c e d . ( W r i t i n g - i n t e n s i ve. )

P r e re q u i s i t e , 1 0 1 . D o u g l a s .

[242] Psychopharmacology. A study of the effects of drugs on animal and human

behavior.Topics include neuropharmacology, antipsychotics, analgesics, stimulants,

hallucinogens, antidepressants, alcoholism, addiction and the implications of drug

effects for neurochemical theories of behav i o r . P r e r e q u i s i t e, 205 or consent of instru c t o r.

Only offered as independent coverage. (Same as Neuroscience 242.)

247F Human Memory and Cognition. Theoretical and empirical research aimed

at understanding the creation and structure of memories.Topics include the study of

autobiographical memories, unconscious memories, factors contributing to forgetting,

the organization of memories, the role of emotion in memory and neurological bases

of memories. Prerequisite, 101.Yee.

[248] Organizational Psychology. The study of interpersonal behavior in work

settings.Topics include the motivation of individuals and groups, group dynamics,

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organizational communication, leadership, conflict resolution and the social context

of decision-making processes. Prerequisite, 101.

[249] Psychology and Law. The application of psychological research to the legal

system. Discussion of assumptions in the law that can be informed by empirical

research.Topics include jury functioning, eyewitness testimony and the psychology

of criminal behavior. Prerequisite, 101.

[250] Practical Aspects of Learning and Cognition. The basic principles that

govern the interaction of animals and humans with the environment, with emphasis

on applied topics.These include Pavlovian and instrumental conditioning, schedules

of reinforcement, attention and memory. Recommended for students who may be

considering clinical applications that use applied behavior analysis, such as the New

England Center for Children cooperative education program. Field trip. (Writing-

intensive.) Three hours of class, and two hours of laboratory for the first half of the

course. Emphasis on research methods. Prerequisite, 101.

[260] Cross Cultural Psychology. The fundamentals of human behavior from a

cross-cultural perspective.The majority of existing research has assessed psychological

phenomena within a limited cultural framework, primarily that of the United States.

We will challenge the assumptions of commonly accepted psychological theories by

studying research from various cultures. Further, the role of culture will be used to

assess the unive r sality of basic psychological pri n c i p l e s . The class will provide a bro a d e r

foundation for approaching the study of psychology, as well as a better understanding

of the society within which we live. Prerequisite, 101.

2 8 0 F, S Statistics in Psychological Researc h . The application and interp r etation of

descriptive and inferential statistics in the study of psychological processes. Discussion

of research design in the context of statistical techniques. Hypothesis testing using

t-tests, analysis of variance, chi-square, regression and nonparametric techniques. Use

of statistical computer programs to analyze data. Prerequisite, 101.The Department.

[290F] Psychology of Reading and Language. Introductory survey of current

research on the study of reading and language with an emphasis on cognitive psycho-

logical approaches to language comprehension and language production at the word,

sentence and discourse levels. Derivation and evaluation of models of language pro-

cessing in laboratory exe r cises and demonstrations. ( W r i t i n g - i n t e n s i ve.) Pre re q u i s i t e , 1 0 1 .

305S Individual Differences. Analysis of complex psychological processes (e.g., the

structure of personality, associations between the quality of family relationships and

stability and change in personality across time) using data from several ongoing re s e a r c h

p rograms in the Psychology Depart m e n t , including the Hamilton Longi t u d i n a l Study o f

F a m i l i e s . Emphasis on commonly encountered pro b lems and methods for addressing t h e m

using a variety of statistical analyses. Use of statistical computer programs to analyze

d a t a . Six hours of class and laboratory. P r e r e q u i s i t e, 2 8 0 . M a x i m um enro l l m e n t , 2 0 . P i e r c e.

308S Cultural Influences on Child Development. The role culture plays in

child development and especially in parenting behavior. Research will be conducted

with children in the local area providing students experience in data collection, s t a t i s t i c a l

analysis and manuscript preparation. Prerequisite, 280.Three hours of class and three

hours of laboratory. Maximum enrollment, 20. Bulkley.

[ 3 1 0 ] Attention and Pe r f o r m a n c e . The selection and transformation of inform a t i o n

from sensation and memory as they affect perception, learning, cognition and motor

performance.Applications selected from reading, decision making, human factors and

attentional disorders. (Writing-intensive.) Three hours of class and three hours of

laboratory. Prerequisite, 280.

315S Cognitive Psychology. Theoretical and methodological aspects of basic

mental processes in attention, perception, memory, language and problem solving.

Emphasis on development of original empirical projects. (Writing-intensive.)

Prerequisite, 280. Three hours of class and three hours of laboratory.Yee.

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320F Spatial Perception and Cognition. Research and theory concerning

acquisition, storage and processing of spatial knowledge.Topics include: orientation

and navigation; linguistic and symbolic communication; spatial psychometric testing;

and neurological underpinnings of spatial processes. Students will conduct research

projects related to topics discussed in class. (Writing-intensive.) Three hours of class

and three hours of laboratory. Prerequisite, 280. Richardson.

330S Topics in Neuroscience Research: Neural Plasticity. An analysis of the

anatomical, physiological and chemical changes that occur in the nervous system as a

function of experience and development. Laboratory work includes intracellular and

extracellular recording from muscle cells and neurons.Three hours of class and three

hours of laboratory. Prerequisite, 205 or Biology 111. (Same as Biology 330 and

Neuroscience 330.) Maximum enrollment, 18.Weldon.

[335] Social and Emotional Development. How views of self and the social

world are constructed in early childhood and change with maturation. H ow emotional

experience and regulation change with maturation and life experience. Emphasis on

social influences on construction of self- and world-views and on emotional experi-

ence and expression. (Writing-intensive.) Three hours of class and three hours of

laboratory. Prerequisite, 280.

[336F] Emotion. Psychological understanding of the expression and experience of

emotion throughout the lifespan.A d a p t i ve and maladaptive manifestations of emotional

experiences and expression. Historical change in theoretical perspectives discussed.

Laboratory component emphasizes research methods for assessing emotional experi-

ence and expression. (Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, 280.

337S The Social Psychological Study of the Self. Topics include effect of self-

concept on information pro c e s s i n g , self-esteem maintenance, cultural influences, s t i g m a s

and self-regulation. Class time devoted to discussion of research articles. Laboratory

component involves conducting two research projects. Data collection, statistical

a n a l y s i s , p a p e r s based on findings, oral and/or poster pre s e n t a t i o n s . ( W r i t i n g - i n t e n s i ve. )

Three hours of class and three hours of laboratory. Prerequisite, 280. Borton.

[338] Theory and Research in Personality Psychology. Review of personality

theories with an emphasis on contemporary approaches.Topics include life stress,

social support and coping. Emphasis on research methodology and practical applica-

tions of the results. Students will design and conduct research projects that contribute

to subfields discussed in class.Three hours of class and three hours of laboratory.

Prerequisite, 280. Maximum enrollment, 20.

350F Psychophysics and Sensory Physiology. An investigation of the anatomy,

physiology and psychophysics of the senses. Introduction to the basic principles of

sensory coding by an examination of visual, auditory, tactile, temperature, pain and

chemical senses. ( W r i t i n g - i n t e n s ive.) T h r ee hours of class and three hours of laboratory.

Prerequisite, 280. (Same as Neuroscience 350.) Gescheider.

360F Research and Assessment in Clinical Psychology. In-depth study of

re s e a rch and assessment methodologies used in clinical psycholog y. Emphasis on design

issues, data analysis issues, scale construction, interviewing, testing, self-report and

o b s e r va t i o n . L a b o r a t o r y component will emphasize practice with assessment techniques

and development of original research projects conducted in small groups. (Writing-

i n t e n s i ve.) Pre r e q u i s i t e, 2 8 0 . T h ree hours of class and three hours of laboratory. M c K e e.

[380] Educational and Psychological Assessment. An examination of historical

and contemporary contexts of psychological testing. Focuses on the rationale for and

uses of psychological testing, the social and ethical implications of testing, technical

and methodological concerns and specific tests as they are used in educational, indus-

trial/organizational, clinical and research settings.Three hours of class and two hours

of laboratory. Prerequisite, 280 or consent of instructor. Maximum enrollment, 20.

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[445] Seminar in Psychotherapy and Behavior Change. A selective study of

psychotherapy theories and their applications. A broad range of theories and their

application will be covered. Prerequisite, 223 and 280. Recommended to be taken in

junior year if field project or internship is planned senior year.

[ 4 5 5 ] Field Study in Psycholog y. Seminar in psychological services combined with

eight to 10 hours per week of field study in one of several cooperating local agencies

and schools. E x t e n s i ve written project addressing theoretical issues re l e vant to field wo r k .

Topics include methods in provision of psychologi c a l , educational and applied serv i c e s ,

and methodological and ethical issues in psychotherapy, counseling and educational

psychology. Prerequisite, three courses in psychology. Open to juniors and seniors.

5 0 0 F - 5 0 1 S Senior Pro j e c t . S u p e r vised re s e a rch on a specific pro blem in psycholog y

or psychobiology based on proposals submitted to the department by the end of a

student’s junior year. Open to senior concentrators.The Department.

New England Center for Children

295N Analysis of Behavior: Principles and Classroom Applications.

Introduction to behavior modification and operant techniques, including clarification

of more commonly used term s , with specific re f e rence to application in the classro o m .

O ve rv i e w of pro c e d u r es and practices that have been successful in schools, c o m m u n i t i e s

and work settings. Field work required. Course available to students enrolled in the

cooperative program at the New England Center for Children.

2 9 6 N P r ogrammed Learn i n g . R e v i e ws the history and theoretical and experi m e n t a l

bases of programmed instruction and errorless learn i n g . Emphasizes the detailed analysis

of stimulus control — its measurement and ways to produce it. Course available to

students enrolled in the cooperative program at the New England Center for Childre n .

327N Behavior Assessment. Provides an in-depth review of observation and

measurement techniques in applied behavior analysis. Introduces key elements of

behavioral assessment including systematic assessment of preference, and assessment of

behavior function through indirect methods, direct methods, and systematic manipu-

lations. Course available to students enrolled in the cooperative program at the New

England Center for Children.

328N Research Methods and Design in Applied Behavior Analysis. Intensive

study of single-subject designs in operant conditioning and applied behavior analysis

research. Course available to students enrolled in the cooperative program at the New

England Center for Children.

331N Advanced Learning. Covers theoretical underpinnings of operant and

respondent c o n d i t i o n i n g , with emphasis on relating principles of behavior to pro bl e m s

of re i n f o rc e m e n t , m o t i va t i o n , c o m p a r a t i ve psychophysics and phy s i o l ogic al psycholog y.

Course available to students enrolled in the cooperative program at the New England

Center for Children.

348N Community-Based Treatment. An overview of clinical and research studies

related to community-based tre a t m e n t , with an emphasis on the development of cri t e r i a

for program evaluation. Students will participate in visits to treatment delivery sites.

Course available to students enrolled in the cooperative program at the New England

Center for Children.

396N Systematic Inquiry in Applied Research. Requires each student to collect

a comprehensive bibliography on a significant topic in applied behavior research and

to complete a thorough review via written and oral presentations. Emphasizes the

integration and analysis of experimental findings and theoretical foundations of the

research area, the critical evaluation of current research and the identification of

potentially fruitful future wo r k . C o u r se ava i l a b le to students enrolled in the cooperative

program at the New England Center for Children.

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Public Policy

Faculty

P. Gary Wyckoff, Program Director

The Public Policy Program is administered through the departments of Economics,

Government and Philosophy. A concentration in public policy consists of 251, 382

and the Senior Project; Economics 101, 102 and 275; Government 116, 230 (or

Economics 265) and 338; and courses chosen from the following options:

two of the following six courses:

Government 117 Introduction to Political Theory

Philosophy 111 Contemporary Moral Issues

Philosophy 271 Ethics of Professions and Practices

Philosophy 380 Philosophy of Law

Philosophy 450 Seminar in Ethics: Ethical Theory

Philosophy 460 Seminar in Ethics: Contemporary Theories of Justice

and one of the following eight “issue areas” courses:

Economics 316 Globalization and Gender

Economics 346 Monetary Policy

Economics 350 Economics of Poverty and Income Distribution

Economics 380 Environmental Economics

Government 335 The Criminal Justice System

Sociology 202 Sociology of Education

Sociology 258 Poverty, Law and the Welfare State

Sociology 260 Racial and Ethnic Groups: The Sociology of Race and

Ethnicity in America

The Senior Project may be completed in one semester (500) or two semesters

(500-501). Concentrators must complete the following courses by the end of the

junior year: 382; Economics 275; Government 116 and 230; one of the required

courses in philosophy; and one of the “issue areas” courses listed above.

No student may declare a concentration in public policy without either completing

or being enrolled in 251. Students are strongly encouraged to take Government 230

(or Economics 265) by the end of the sophomore year. Credit from the Term in

Washington Program may be substituted for up to two of the courses required for

a concentration, with the approval of the program director. Students interested in

pursuing graduate study in policy analysis or public management are encouraged to

take additional courses in substantive areas of public policy and in mathematics and

s t a t i s t i c s.To qualify for honors in public policy, a student must submit a distinguished

record in the concentration and perform with distinction in the Senior Project.

A minor in public policy consists of 251, Economics 101 and 275, G ove r nment 230

and Philosophy 111. If the student’s concentration is in economics, government or

philosophy, these courses cannot count in both the student’s concentration and the

m i n o r. I n s t e a d , c o u r ses that are re q u i r ed for both the concentration and the minor will

be used to satisfy concentration requirements, and they will be replaced by alternative

courses in the minor requirements.These alternative courses will be chosen by the

program director in consultation with the chair of the student’s concentration depart-

ment. In addition to the re q u i r ed cours e s , t h e re are many other courses in the College

curriculum that will be of interest to public policy concentrators. Students i n t e r e s t e d

in the concentration should consult as early as possible with Professor Wy c ko f f .

251F Introduction to Public Policy. Survey of current policies and issues in areas

such as economic development, education, the environment, health care and welfare.

Perspectives on policy analysis from economics, philosophy and political science.

Examination of methods and principles for evaluating policies. P re r e q u i s i t e , E c o n o m i c s

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101. Open to seniors with consent of instructor. Students in this course must also

Government 251.) Wyckoff.

382S Topics in Public Policy. The application of theories and methods of evalua-

tion, design and implementation in an intensive study of a significant problem of

public policy. Emphasis on skills of analysis, writing and group problem-solving.

Coursework may be supplemented by field work as well as participation by scholars

and practitioners sponsored by the Arthur Levitt Public Affairs Center. (Writing-

intensive.) Prerequisite, 251. (Same as Government 382.) Wyckoff.

500-501 Senior Project. A one- or two-semester senior project, culminating in a

thesis.The Program.

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Religious Studies

Faculty

Richard H. Seager, Chair Special Appointments

Stephenson Humphri e s - B r o o k s Russell T. Blackwood III

Neal B. Keating Susan E. Prill

Heidi M. Ravven (F)

Jay G.Williams

A concentration in religious studies consists of nine courses, including one entry-level

course and one 400-level seminar in which the senior project will normally be com-

pleted. At the time when the concentration is elected, the concentrator shall propose a

c a r e f u l ly developed program of study including, if desire d , study abro a d , for the approval

of the department. Honors are awarded on the basis of a cumulative average of at

least B+ (88) achieved in courses approved for the concentration and the completion

of 501 with a 90 or better.

A minor consists of five courses, including at least one course at the 400 level,

proposed by the student and approved by the department. Both concentrators and

minors should identify themselves to a department member as soon as possible.

Some courses have prerequisites due to the technical nature of class material and

o t h e rs are re s e r ved for juniors and seniors , h o wever the department is usually flexibl e

w i t h i n constraints of demand and class size, and permission is at the consent of the

instructor.

105F Origins. An introduction to the study of religion through an analysis of the

life, thought and influence of five great figures: Gautama (the Buddha), Lao-tze,

Confucius, Jesus and Mohammed. One lecture and two seminars each week.

(Writing-intensive.) Open to first- and second-year students only.Williams.

[111F] Ancient Jewish Wisdom: Introduction to the Bible. An analysis of

major themes in the Jewish Bible (Old Testament). (Writing-intensive.)

115S Parables. Cross-cultural comparison of the parable. Emphasis given to parable

as a form of religious speech. Includes selections from Jesus, Zen masters, Borges and

Galeano. (Writing-intensive.) Humphries-Brooks.

1 1 8 S R e l i gion and Env i r o n m e n t a l i s m . I n t r oduction to re l i g ious studies thro u g h

the examination of the spiritual dimensions in contemporary ideas about and p r a c t i c e s

co n c e r ning nature and the env i r o n m e n t . Topics may include socially engaged B u d d h i s m ,

n e w age re l i gi o n , e c o - t h e o l o gy and green ideals in visionary arc h i t e c t u re and art . S e a g e r.

179F Introduction to the Religions of the Indigenous Peoples of the

Americas. A hemispheric survey of religious beliefs and practices of selected

Indigenous peoples from North, Central and South America.The survey will situate

contemporary and historical Native religions within their colonial and socio-cultural

contexts. (Same as Anthropology 179.) Keating.

208S The Dao and Its Power. An intensive study of important Daoist texts from

ancient to modern times. (Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, one course in religious

studies, philosophy, or Chinese. Not open to students who have taken Religious

Studies 219.Williams.

2 1 0 F The World of Greece and the Ancient Mediterr a n e a n . For full descri p t i o n ,

see Greek 210.

215S Religion in Film. Study of the religious in film. Focus on the relationship

between myth-making in film and post-modern culture. Humphries-Brooks.

225F Buddhist Worlds in the USA. Introduction to the Buddhist religion with

p r i m a ry focus on different forms of Buddhism in U. S . h i s t o r y and on the contemporary

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scene. Attention to Buddhist spirituality in both the Euro-American and Asian immi-

grant communities. Seager.

2 2 6 F The Sikh Tr a d i t i o n . An introduction to the Sikh re l i g i o n , f rom its begi n n i n g s

to the present day. Emphasis is on the development of Sikh identity during the period

of the 10 Gurus (16th-18th centuries). More recent developments such as reform

groups and Sikh separatism will also be addressed (Writing-intensive.) Prill.

[231S] Literature of the Holocaust. A survey of responses to the Holocaust in

fiction, film, memoir, drama and poetry. Readings often include works of Elie Wiesel,

Primo Levi, Appelfeld, Schwarz-Bart, Brecht and Spiegelman. (Writing-intensive.)

240F Classical Mythology. For full description, see Classical Studies 240.

[242F] The Story of David. A literary reading of the biblical Book of Samuel as

historical and political fiction. Comparison with other great works of literature on

political themes. (Writing-intensive.) (Proseminar.)

252S Religion, Power and Culture: An Anthropological Approach. A general

survey and critique of the main anthropological theories of religion from the 19th

c e n t u r y up to the present day, with emphasis on contemporary theoretical deve l o p m e n t s .

Case studies and ethnographic examples from around the world will be used to explore

the variation of religious and spiritual experience both within and between different

human societies. Prerequisite, one course in religious studies and/or one course in

anthropology (Same as Anthropology 252.) Keating.

255S Jesus in the East: The Spiritual Traditions of the Byzantine and

Russian Orthodox Churches. For full description, see Russian Studies 255.

257F The New Testament. A critical introduction to the literature and history of

New Testament Christianity. (Writing-intensive.) Humphries-Brooks.

[285F] The Wonder That Was India. Myths, epics, poetry and the visual arts. An

introduction to the religious civilization of India. (Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite,

one course in religious studies. (Next offered 2005-06.)

288F Sociology of Religion. For full description, see Sociology 288.

[305S] The World of Zen. A study of basic Ch’an and Zen writings from China

and Ja p a n . ( W r i t i n g - i n t e n s i ve.) Pre re q u i s i t e , one course in re l i g ious studies, p h i l o s o p h y,

Chinese or Ja p a n e s e. Not open to students who have taken 219. (Next offered 2005-06.)

311S Seminar in Yoga and Yogic Philosophy. Focus is on Yoga and Yogic philos-

ophy, as well as Yog a ’s intersections with Hindu devotional move m e n t s . Other topics

d i s c u s s e d include Buddhist Yoga and Yoga in the West. Prerequisite, previous study of

Hinduism or South Asian religions or consent of instructor. Prill.

[312F] Modern Jewish Thought. Previous topic focused on Jewish political

t h o u g h t . ( W r i t i n g - i n t e n s ive.) Pre re q u i s i t e, one course in re l i g ious studies or philosophy.

315S Islamic Thought. The history, beliefs, practices and philosophies of Islam.

Attention given to current movements throughout the Muslim world. Prerequisite,

one course in philosophy or religious studies or consent of instructor. (Same as

Philosophy 315.) Blackwood.

317S Jesus and the Gospels. A comprehensive introduction to the four Gospels,

with special emphasis on the nature of early Christian views of Je s u s . ( W r i t i n g - i n t e n s i ve.)

Prerequisite, one course in religious studies. Humphries-Brooks.

[318S] Biblical Rebels. Careful study of selected Jewish biblical writings (Old

Testament) as political fiction with a focus on rebels. Attention to language, character-

ization and genre. P r e r e q u i s i t e, one course in re l i g ious studies or consent of instru c t o r .

320F Environmentalism as Metaphor: Spirit, Nature and Civilization in

Industrial and Post-Industrial America. The concept of environmentalism in

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contemporary American religion, scholarship, literature, ecology movements and

utopian and dystopian visions. Reading, research and oral and final written reports.

Prerequisite, two courses in religious studies or consent of instructor. Maximum

enrollment, 12. Seager.

3 2 2 S Topics in Native A m e r ican Religi o n s : The Great Law of Peace and the

L o n g h o u s e . Focuses on the social and re l i g ious history of the I ro q u o i s / H a u d e n o s a u n e e

N a t i ve peoples, the abori g inal (and contemporary) inhabitants of upstate New Yo r k .

Synthesizing arc h a e o l o g y, h i s t o ry, oral traditions and contemporary practices, this course

focuses on the cultural, p o l i t i c a l , a rtistic and spiritual surv ival of Haudenosaunee peoples.

(Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, one course in religious studies and/or one course in

anthropology. (Same as Anthropology 322.) Keating.

[324S] Romance and Religion in Medieval European Literature. For full

description, see Comparative Literature 324.

[351F] Resisting Neoliberalism: Indigenous Social Movements in the

Americas. Explores the cultural dynamics of the new indigenous social movements

that have developed in the Americas in recent years drawing on case materials from

North, South and Central America. (Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, at least one

course in either religious studies or anthropology, or consent of instructor. (Same as

Anthropology 351.)

[352S] Cosmology and Ritual in Native American Religion. In-depth exami-

nation of the relationship between cosmology and ritual practice in a number of Native

American societies in North, Central and South America. Considers the theoretical

works of Victor Turner, Arnold Van Gennep and others who approach ritual as a sys-

tem or arena of social action and transform a t i o n . (Same as Anthropology 352.)

365F Classical Indian Thought. The Upanishads, early Buddhist suttas, the

Bhagavadgita and Jain texts will be emphasized. (Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite,

one course in religious studies or philosophy.Williams.

381S Philosophy as Spiritual Quest. A seminar exploring the salvific or spiritual

power attributed to philosophy by religious philosophers from classical Greece to

modern times. Readings from Greek, Jewish, Islamic and/or Christian philosophical

works. (Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, two courses in philosophy and/or religious

studies. (Same as Philosophy 381.) Ravven.

383S Sacred Space. Examination of the creation, design and use of space to express

religious, spiritual, utopian, etc. concepts in history and contemporary society.Topics

m a y include adobe missions, wo r l d ’s fa i rs , b o r d e r s , c e m e t e r i e s , c ivic centers , c h a n n e l i n g

séance, etc. Prerequisite, two courses in religious studies or consent of instructor.

Maximum enrollment, 12. Seager.

405S Modern India and the West. An intensive study of selected modern Indian

thinkers who have had an impact upon the West: Gandhi,Vivekananda,Yogananda,

Sri Aurobindo, Krishnamurti. Prerequisite, two courses in religious studies or consent

of instructor. Maximum enrollment, 12.Williams.

407F The Celluloid Savior. A seminar on the representation of Jesus in motion

pictures. Prerequisite, two courses in religious studies and/or film or consent of

instructor. Humphries-Brooks.

[412S] Seminar in Early Christianity. Exploration of topics in the routinization

of Christianity from sect to religion during its foundational period. Attention to liter-

ature, history and the social dynamics of change. Prerequisite, two courses in religious

studies or consent of instructor.

[425S] Mahayana Buddhism. A seminar in the various traditions of Mahayana

Buddhism through an analysis of selected texts in translation and secondary sources.

Prerequisite, two courses in religious studies or consent of instructor. (Same as

Philosophy 425.)

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[430S] Seminar in Early Christian Mysticism. Examination of earliest Christian

mysticism as religious experience and social movement. Consideration of antecedents

and selected later deve l o p m e n t s . P r e re q u i s i t e, t wo courses in re l i g ious studies or consent

of instructor.

4 3 1 S Seminar in Ju d a i s m . Exploration of Jewish philosophical, re l i gio us and political

thought through the close reading of classical Jewish and other texts. Prerequisite, at

least two courses in religious studies or philosophy. Ravven.

453F Seminar in Native American Iconology. Explores the question of “what is

an image” through a consideration of Indigenous representational practices over the

last 3,000 years, focusing on the iconographies of Mesoamerica, the North A m e r i c a n

Woodlands and contemporary native art . P r e re q u i s i t e, consent of instru c t o r. (Same as

Anthropology 453.) Keating.

501F,S Honors Program. A project resulting in a substantial essay supervised by a

member of the department. Prerequisite, consent of instructor. Open to qualified

students.The Department.

502F,S Honors Program. Continuation of the Honors project resulting in a

substantial essay supervised by a member of the department. Prerequisite, consent of

instructor. Open to qualified students.The Department.

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Russian Studies

Faculty

John Bart l e , Chair (Russian) M a t t h e w P. R o m a n i e l l o ( H i s t o ry )

Shoshana Keller ( H i s t o ry) ( F, S ) Franklin A . Sciacca (Russian) ( F )

Sharon W. Rivera (Government) (F)

Russian studies is an interdisciplinary program focusing on the language, literature,

culture, historical development and politics of Russia.The concentration in Russian

studies consists of nine courses: the core courses Russian Studies 100, 221, 222 and

370; four other courses from the list below; and the Senior Project (550), which must

include use of Russian language sources. Completion of the Senior Project requires

registration in 550. A copy of the description of the senior program is available in

Christian A. Johnson 208. Study in Russia may be counted toward the concentration.

Honors will be determined by excellence in coursework and the Senior Project.A

minor in Russian studies consists of Russian 100 and four other Russian studies cours e s .

All 100-level courses are open to juniors and seniors . S e n i o rs re q u i r e the perm i s s i o n

of the instructor.

The Program also offers a complete program of instruction in the Russian language.

Beginning in the first-year course, particular attention is paid to the cultural context

of the language. Emphasis is placed on the language of contemporary Russian media

at the second-year leve l , f o l l owed by the opportunity to begin close readings of Russian

literature in the original at the third-year level. Study in Russia on a semester or year

program is strongly recommended for those interested in Russian studies.

Courses in Translation

[100S] Introduction to Russia: Tolstoy’s War and Peace. An introduction to the

civilization of Russia through an examination of its historical, cultural, artistic and

political development. In 2003-04, the course focused on Napoleon’s invasion of

Russia and its aftermath. Consideration of the cultural and social contexts of the War

of 1812, in particular the reactions in literature, art, music, theology and philosophy.

The centerpiece of the course is a close critical analysis of Tolstoy’s War and Peace.

(Writing-intensive.) No knowledge of Russian required.

[169S] Dreams,Visions and Nightmares: Introduction to Russian Film.

Survey of Russian film from its beginnings through the Soviet period to the present.

Introduction to the basic grammar, techniques and theories of filmmaking. Analysis

of cinema as cultural artifact, as propaganda and as high (and low) art. Films include

Strike!, Moscow Does Not Believe in Tears, Little Vera, Burnt by the Sun, The Thief a n d

Russian A r k .A f t e r noon and evening scre e n i n g s . No knowledge of Russian re q u i r e d .

(Next offered 2005-06.)

[213] Politics in Russia and the CIS. For full description, see Government 213.

221F Early Russian History From Rurik to Alexander II. For full description,

see History 221.

222S Modern Russian History: 1861-1991. For full description, see History 222.

225S Madness, Murder and Mayhem: Nineteenth-Century Russian

Literature. Readings of representative works with emphasis on major literary move-

ments, cultural history and the development of new genres. Primary texts by Pushkin,

Gogol,Turgenev, Dostoevsky,Tolstoy and Chekhov, as well as some critical materials.

(Writing-intensive.) No knowledge of Russian required. (Same as Comparative

Literature 225.) Bartle.

[226S] Sex, Death and Revolution: Twentieth-Century Russian Art and

L i t e r a t u r e. Close analysis of major literary and artistic movements of the 20th century,

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with particular attention paid to the innovations of the avant-garde and the impact of

the Bolshevik Revolution on the artistic imagination. Emphasis on the recurring

theme of the fate of the individual in a mass society. No knowledge of Russian

required. (Same as Comparative Literature 226.)

2 5 5 S Jesus in the East:The Spiritual Traditions of the Byzantine and Russian

Orthodox Churches. An examination of the Byzantine Christian tradition, with

focus on the practices of the Russian Church.Topics include sources of Eastern

Orthodoxy, Patristics, the Ecumenical Councils, the Liturgy, the “Great Schism,” cult

of the saints, i c o n o gr a p h y and church arc h i t e c t u r e. ( W r i t i n g - i n t e n s ive.) No know l e d g e

of Russian re q u i re d . (Same as Religious Studies 255.) The Depart m e n t .

[270F] Heaven, Hell and the Space in Between: Devils and Deities in

Russian Literature and Art. Examination of the portrayals of the cosmic conflict:

Good vs. Evil, Heaven vs. Hell, God vs. Satan.The second half of the semester will be

dedicated to a close reading and analysis of Fyodor Dostoevsky’s Brothers Karamazov.

(Writing-intensive.) No knowledge of Russian required.

[298S] Russian Fairytales, Myths and Legends. An introduction to the folk

literature and rituals of the Russians and Ukrainians. Emphasis on Slavic mythology,

byliny (epic poetry), skazki (folktales) and “calendar” songs. Investigation of the pre-

Christian cults and rituals of ancient Europe. (Writing-intensive.) No knowledge

of Russian required.

345S Studies in Russian History. For full description, see History 345.

550S Senior Seminar. Independent work consisting of the preparation and

presentation of a research paper, translation or other project designed by the student.

Requires research using Russian-language sources. Open to senior concentrators only.

The Department.

Courses in Russian Language

110F First-Term Russian. An introduction to the Russian language in a contem-

porary cultural context. Focus on development of speaking skills in real-life situations.

Bartle.

120S Second-Term Russian. Continued development of skills in spoken and

written Russian. Intensive use of audio/visual/computer materials. Class activities

include the production of a Russian-language video. Prerequisite, 110 or equivalent.

Sciacca.

210F Third-Term Russian. Further development of conversation and composition

skills, with an emphasis on contemporary topics. Continued use of computer-assisted

instruction. Prerequisite, 120 or equivalent. Bartle.

220S Fourth-Term Russian. Continuation of third-term Russian. Introduction to

the language of popular culture, including contemporary film and music. Prerequisite,

210 or equivalent. Sciacca.

370F Advanced Russian I: Readings in Nineteenth-Century Russian

Literature. Close reading in Russian and English of one or two major Russian

authors of the 19th century. Attention paid to problems of translation. Discussion

and writing assignments in Russian and English. Course may be repeated for credit.

Prerequisite, 220 or equivalent. Bartle.

380S Advanced Russian II: Readings in Twentieth-Century Russian

Literature. Close reading in Russian and English of one or two major Russian

authors of the 20th century. Attention paid to problems of translation. Discussion

and writing assignments in Russian and English. Course may be repeated for credit.

Prerequisite, 220 or equivalent.The Department.

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Sociology

Faculty

Daniel F. Chambliss, Chair Dennis Gilbert (F,S)

Daryl Britton Jenny Irons

Carla P. Davis

Stephen J. Ellingson Special Appointment

Edward S. Gallagher Michael C. Bagge

A concentration in sociology consists of 101 or 110, 301, 302, 549, 550 and four

additional courses. A Senior Project (550) culminating in a written thesis based on

original research is required for the concentration. Prospective concentrators who will

be off campus during their junior year are encouraged to take 301 and 302 as sopho-

mores. Concentrators who expect to be off campus during the first semester of their

senior year should consult the department chair as early as possible. Candidates for

honors must have an 88 or better average grade in sociology courses; must submit

a thesis receiving a grade of A- or better; and must be approved by a vote of the

department faculty.A minor in sociology consists of 101 or 110, 301 or 302, and

three additional courses.

101S Introductory Sociology. Sociological perspective on human behavior. Classic

and contemporary sociological concepts that further an understanding of the stru c t u r e,

process, stability and change of social life. Not open to students who have taken 110.

Britton and Gallagher.

110F American Society. An introduction to sociological concepts and methods of

analysis through the study of selected aspects of A m e r ican society.Topics include social

class, gender, sexuality, race and ethnicity, sports, medicine, crime and deviance, and

popular culture. Not open to students who have taken 101.The Department.

[202S] Sociology of Education. This course examines the social interests that

facilitated the construction of early A m e r ican private and public schools, and considers

how schools manage, mitigate and exaggerate social differences. Sociological concep-

tions of legitimation, social reproduction, social mobility, cultural capital, bureaucracy,

gender, class and race are applied to schooling issues. Emphasis is on U.S. schools. Not

open to seniors.

[ 2 0 3 F ] Sexual Instincts and Identities. Sexuality from an interd i s c i p l i n a r y, s c h o l a r l y

perspective. Questions to be addressed include: Is sexuality a universal and biological

instinct? How and why do we come to see sexuality as an interior identity? Recent

research with attention to how sexuality is constructed through and against gender,

race and class.Topics include sexual identity, g ay marri a g e , t r a n s s e x u a l i t y, b i r th contro l ,

A I D S, p ro s t i t u t i o n , sexual violence and porn o gr a p hy. ( W r i t i n g - i n t e n s i ve.) Pre re q u i s i t e ,

one course in social sciences or consent of instructor.

[2 0 4 F ] Social Class in A m e r ican Society. Consequences of inequalities in we a l t h ,

income, power and prestige. Social mobility, poverty, class differences in values and

lifestyles, social class and politics. (Writing-intensive.)

[ 2 0 7 F ] S o c i o l ogy of Sexualities. Examines how societal institutions and social

interactions shape sexuality at both a macro and micro level. Emphasis on re l a t i o n-

ships between sexuality, g e n d e r, race and class.Topics include: sexual identity, sexuality

as performance, sex work, sexual violence, HIV/AIDS and social change. ( W r i t i n g -

i n t e n s i ve.) Pre r e q u i s i t e , one course in sociology or consent of instru c t o r.

212S Sociology of Gender. Contemporary theories, understandings and perfor-

mances of gender. Attention to the intersections of race, class, gender and sexuality, as

well as the relationships of gender to life opportunities and experi e n c e s , social stru c tures

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and societal reproduction. Prerequisite, 101, 110 or consent of instructor. (Same as

Women’s Studies 212.) Irons.

[225F] Latin American Society. Social change in Latin America.Topics include

class structure, kinship, values, gender, race, population trends, development strategies,

popular culture and religion.

[236F] Marriages and Families. Focuses on the diversity of experiences in con-

temporary marriages and families, especially as these relate to issues of race, gender,

social class and sexual orientation.Also explores how social constructions of marriage

and family have changed over time and the impact that other institutions, such as pol-

i t i c s , the law and the economy, h a ve had on the institutions of marriage and fa m i l y.

( W r i t i n g - i n t e n s ive.) Pre re q u i s i t e, one course in sociology or consent of instru c t o r.

[243S] Contemporary Social Issues. Explores a number of contemporary issues

from the sociological perspective, with an emphasis on how these “problems” are

socially constructed.Topics will include youth culture and adolescence, poverty and

the welfare state, interpersonal and structural violence, and war. Prerequisite, one

course in sociology or consent of instructor.

251S Survey of Social Psychology. A review of the classic work in the field and a

broader “liberal arts” view of social psychology. Prerequisite, one course in sociology

or psychology. Gallagher.

[257S] Using Survey Research. A practical course in methods of public opinion

polling and other uses of sample survey s . Basics of questionnaire constru c t i o n , s a m p l i n g

and analysis of survey results. Critical examination of the technical limitations and

political implications of national dependence on opinion polling. Useful for students

who expect to use surveys in connection with senior thesis re s e a r ch or care e rs in politics,

m a r ke t i n g , j o u r n a l i s m , e d u c a t i o n , e t c. P r e r e q u i s i t e, t wo social science courses or consent

of instru c t o r. No previous courses in statistics or social science methods necessary. ( S a m e

as Government 257.) Maximum enrollment, 15.

258S Poverty, Law and the Welfare State. An examination of the laws regulating

and protecting the unemployed, disabled, aged and children in families unable to

support them.Welfare policy as expressed in civil and criminal law, including colonial

settlement laws, 19th-century reforms, the New Deal Social Security Act and New

Yo r k ’s A rticle XVII in the 1930s, the War on Pove r ty of the 1960s and the re s t ru c t u r i n g

of the welfare system in the 1990s. Readings from court opinions, historical accounts

and other materials. (Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, one course in sociology or

government. (Same as Government 258.) Bagge.

[260F] Racial and Ethnic Groups: The Sociology of Race and Ethnicity in

America. Focuses on historic and ethnographic accounts of patterns of group life.

Topics include race relations, economic and cultural discrimination, the intersection

of race, ethnicity, social class and gender, and the dilemmas of assimilation and accul-

turation. Prerequisite, 101 or 110.

2 6 5 F D e viance and Social Contro l . The first part of the course will introduce the

major sociological theories used to understand, analyze and explain deviant behavior

— functionalism, conflict theory, symbolic interactionism and labeling t h e o ry, l e a r n i n g

t h e o r y, feminist theory.The second part will present contemporary f o r ms of behav i o r

that may be considered dev i a n t , e. g . , mental illness, alcohol and dru g use, family

violence, suicide, homosexuality and homophobia, prostitution and white-collar and

c o r porate cri m e. P re r e q u i s i t e , one sociology course or consent of instru c t o r. Davis.

[270S] Social Movements. An examination of major sociological theories of social

movement emergence, development and impact. Topics include: mobilization, partici-

pation and leadership, tactics, movement culture and collective identity. Emphasis on

U.S. empirical cases, including civil rights, feminist and sexual identity movements.

Prerequisite, one course in sociology.

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278F Gender, Race, Class. Explores the social categories of class, race and gender

— terms commonly used to indicate historical sensitivity to the problem of viewing

these dimensions of social life as though artificially separable from any other. But

questions of how these terms actually relate remain challenging.This course provides

analytic tools through which these inter-relationships can be studied and understood.

Discussion on how class and status, race and ethnicity, and gender and sexuality shape

our lives and play a pivotal role in defining our identities. Prerequisite, one social

science course. Gallagher.

284S Visual Sociology. Grounded theoretically in Erving Goffman’s work, espe-

cially dramaturgical analysis.Topics include photographs (family, news, social issues,

postcards including the “Without Sanctuary” lynching photographs), film, television

(focusing on stratification issues and the evolution of representation of family) and

illustration (examining the history of illustration including the work of Norman

R o c k we l l ) . P r e r e q u i s i t e, one sociology course or consent of instru c t o r .Visiting speake r s

and field trips. Britton.

288F Sociology of Religion. Introduces students to the constitutive theories and

concepts of the sociology of religion, in particular it examines how religious organi-

zations, rituals and belief systems have been influenced, and in turn, have influenced

modernity and post-modernity.Topics include: secularization and sacralization; the

re s t r u c t u r ing of A m e r ican re l i g i o n ; re l i g i o n , consumption and popular culture ; g e n d e r,

sexuality and powe r ; and re l i g ion in the public sphere (Same as Religious Studies 288.)

Ellingson.

301S Sociological Theory. Examination of classic and contemporary sociological

concepts and perspectives. Emphasizes historical origins and development of the

s o c i o l o gical discipline. ( W r i t i n g - i n t e n s i ve.) Pre re q u i s i t e, t wo sociology cours e s . E l l i n g s o n .

302F Research Methods. Formulation of a research problem, choice of an appro-

priate research strategy, execution of that strategy and interpretation of the results.

Both qualitative and quantitative methods pre s e n t e d . P r e re q u i s i t e , t w o sociology cours e s

or consent of instructor. Chambliss.

[304F] Seminar on Elites in American Society. Initial readings will explore the

elite concept in the work of Pa re t o , M o s c a , C.W r ight Mills and others , including their

pluralist and Marxist cri t i c s . The remainder of the course will focus on the role of con-

t e m p o r a r y economic, social and political elites in the United States.Among the topics

to be explored are the political role of corporate elites; the influence of class, r a c e /

ethnicity and gender in re c rui tment to elite positions; and the significance of upper-

class society and related institutions such as elite private schools. ( W r i t i n g - i n t e n s ive. )

[3 0 9 S ] Q u a l i t a t i ve Research Methods. Hands-on introduction to the “ i n t e r p r e t a-

t ive ” methods of the social sciences: i n t e r v i e w i n g , e t h n o gr a p hy, p a r ticipant observa t i o n ,

a r c h iva l / h i s t o r ical re s e a r ch and narr a t i ve analysis of texts. A d d r esses conceptual strategi e s

of qualitative research and explores differences from quantitative research. Considers

multiple applications of qualitative methods in private and public sectors. Covers

development of proposals, grants, field notes, interview strategies and questionnaires.

(Same as Government 309.)

311S Seminar in Sociology of Culture. An introduction to research approaches

and theoretical traditions in cultural sociolog y. Students will explore how scholars fro m

d i f f e r ent traditions explain the relationship of different cultural objects, ( e . g . , t e l ev i s i o n ,

rock music or religious ideas) to meaning and action, power and agency, social repro-

duction and change, and the creation of symbolic boundaries.Topics include popular

and high culture, the production and reception of culture, the role of culture in cre a t i n g

and maintaining class, status, racial and gender inequalities. Prerequisite, two courses

in sociology or consent of instructor. Ellingson.

3 1 3 F S e m i n a r : I m m i gration & Identity. This course will explore how the pro c e s s

of immigration into the United States affects the collective identity of various immi-

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grant gro u p s , the individual identities of their members and the identity of the United

States as a nation. Also examines how the dynamics of race, class, gender, sexuality and

nationality shape the immigration pro c e s s . Additional topics include: c o n f l i c t , i n e q u a l i t y,

diversity and sociological theories of immigration. Prerequisite, one sociology course

or consent of instructor. Irons.

[339F] Cultural Belief Systems. Explores the various “ways of knowing” in our

society and how such knowledge is socially constructed.Topics include a range of

belief systems including everyday knowledge, science, religion and political conscious-

ness (including class and feminist consciousness). (Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, one

course in sociology or consent of instructor.

[342F] Seminar: Modernity. This seminar examines classic and contemporary

assessments of modernity as a cultural, organizational and institutional project.

Readings include Weber, Marx, Simmel, Foucault,Taylor.

347F Sociology of Collective Memory. Based on Maria Sturkin’s Tangled

Memories and John Bodnar’s Remaking America, this class examines memorials at signif-

icant ruptures in society (Vietnam, Civil War, 9/11). Representations of ethnicities

through the commodification of ethnic festivals, visual images of social moments of

crisis (Kennedy assassination, 9 / 1 1 , Challenger disaster) and public art projects re f l e c t i n g

social issues (AIDS quilt). Prerequisite, one social science course. Britton.

358S Adolescent Girls and Delinquency. Topics include the extent and nature of

girls’ delinquency; theories of female delinquency and crime, as well as discussion of

sociological theories of male delinquency and whether they apply to girls; girls’ lives

and girls’ delinquency — the struggles of growing up female, the intersections of

ethnicity, race and class, and girls’ relationships with parents and peers); girls and

gangs, including issues of ethnicity and gender roles in the gang as well as ethno-

graphic studies of Latina and African-American girls in gangs. (Writing-intensive.)

Prerequisite, two social science courses or consent of instructor. Davis.

3 6 4 S S e m i n a r : S o c i o l o gy of Place. A look at how culture, space and place-making

i n t e r t w i n e . Fo l l owing a focus on issues of publ i c / p r ivate space, we will examine culture

and space in va r ious social stru c t u re s : housing (urban, ru r a l , gated commu n i t i e s , p l a n n e d

communities, retirement communities); building neighborhoods; business (central

business districts, malls); entertainment and recreation (parks, local attractions, the

Disney effect). Observation and community service fieldwork options. Prerequisite,

one social science course. Britton.

420F Advanced Topics in Contemporary Sociology. Critical examination of

key works of contemporary sociological theory and research.Topics include current

issues in sociological theory as well as new directions in principal substantive areas of

the discipline. (Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, consent of instructor. Chambliss.

445F,S Research Practicum in Sociology. A working seminar in applied social

research, carrying out studies for the Mellon Assessment Project on liberal arts at

H a m i l t o n . Students will conduct interv i ew s , p e r f o r m quantitative analyses of qualitative

data using HyperResearch, learn and use methods of multiple regression of survey

data using SPSS, and discuss methods of data analysis and synthesis. Each student will

write several reports for the project. Prerequisite, 302 or a comparable course in

methods or statistics, and consent of instructor. Chambliss.

549F Senior Seminar. A course for concentrators preparing to write a thesis.

Includes exploration of the range of sociological topics, lectures by departmental

faculty on research areas and techniques and workshops on bibliographic methods,

site selection and access, and writing of research results. Culminates in presentation

of a detailed thesis proposal. (Writing-intensive.) Open to senior concentrators only.

Maximum enrollment, 20. Irons.

550S Senior Project. Investigation, through original research, of a sociological topic

resulting in a thesis. Open to seniors only.The Department.

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Sophomore Seminars

Sophomore seminars are team-taught and interdisciplinary courses, culminating in an

integrative project with public presentation that each student must complete. All

s o p h o m o res must take one sophomore seminar. Each seminar is limited to 12 students

per faculty member. Only rising sophomores, sophomores and rising juniors who

h ave neither passed nor are currently enrolled in a sophomore seminar will be allowe d

to register for sophomore seminars during pre-registration. If, during the first week

of a semester, there are spaces remaining in a sophomore seminar, instructors, at their

discretion, may sign in other students. Enrollment in the course will not satisfy the

sophomore seminar requirement for first-year students. Juniors who have not passed

a sophomore seminar must take one in the fall of their junior year. Students who fail

the first Sophomore Seminar they take will be placed on academic probation.They

will receive a second and third probation in subsequent semesters if the Sophomore

Seminar requirement is not completed.

200F,S Globalization. The globalization cluster will engage in a multi-disciplinary

examination of the broad phenomenon of globalization, including its political, e c o n o m i c,

social and cultural aspects. Each individual seminar will explore a particular aspect in

greater depth, as described below. Students will present their final projects to members

of other sections of the cluster.The course will include attendance at several films and

guest lectures.

2 0 0 - 0 1 F Globalization and the Politics of Identity. This section will examine

the effects of globalization on national, ethnic and racial identity, and on the political

conflicts based on these identities. It will include material on identity politics in the

United States and several other countri e s . P r e re q u i s i t e, one of Gove r nment 112 or

114, College 130 or Women’s Studies 101. May count toward a concentration in

government. Orvis.

200-02F Globalization and Chinese Visual Culture. An examination of the

cultural dimensions of globalization, with a focus on Chinese visual art. Drawing

on the writings of Appadurai, Sperber and Hannerz, this seminar is an attempt to

explain the “ s u s c e p t i b i l i t y ” of segments of contemporary Chinese society to specific

strains of Western visual culture and values in terms of a discussion of cognitive

dispositions within the current environment of intensified global cultural contact.

It represents and ecological view of sociocultural change based on a theory of

cultural relevance and transformation (not replication). Prerequisite, a course in

either art or art history,Asian studies, any of the social sciences or consent of

instructor. May count toward a concentration in art history. Goldberg.

[200-03] Cultural Diversity, Conflict and Pluralism. Explorations of

connections among economic globalization, challenges to the nation-state and

the growing importance of culture.Topics include culture industries, cultural

preservation, clash of civilizations, universal cultural rights and global cultural

pluralism. Prerequisite, a course in any social science department or program or

consent of the instructor; for anthropology concentration, 113 or 114. May count

toward a concentration in anthropology.

200-04S The Global Economy. Introduction to the global economy and the

implications of globalization on production, trade and finance.Topics include

technology and production, information revolution and the new economy.

Prerequisite, Economics 101. E. Balkan.

2 0 0 - 0 5 S Globalization and Wo r k . Globalization and its impact on the changi n g

nature of work.Topics include labor in the global economy, new technologies and

organization of work, restructuring employment, flexibility and security, difference

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and dive r sity in the wo r k p l a c e , the household economy and caring labor. P re r e q u i s i t e,

Economics 101. N. Balkan.

[200-06F,S] Globalization and Religion. Examination of issues in the global-

ization of religion with particular attention to Buddhism, especially traditions of

Japan, and its movement, reception, adaptation to the United States and other

countries. May count toward a concentration in religious studies.

[200-07] Globalization and Media. Exploration of cultural globalization and

the communications systems by which culture is created and disseminated.A survey

of media technologies, recent advances in computers and communications, the rise

of global media empires and cultural responses to life in the digital world.

2 0 0 - 0 8 S Globalization and Cinema. A look at films and the film industry in a

global context.Topics include: how the movie industry in this country has orga-

nized itself historically as an international enterprise; how documentary film par-

ticipates in the process of globalization; and the success and influence of

Hollywood and other national cinemas outside the United States. Student presen-

tations and projects involve learning how to analyze films, present clips and

instruct viewers to see the film’s form as well as its content and historical and

social contexts. P. O’Neill.

[200-09S] Globalization and International Migration. Interdisciplinary

introduction to issues and questions related to international migration.Topics

include labor migration, refugee movements, citizenship and naturalization policy,

and the influence of international organizations. M a t e r ials derive from anthro p o l og y,

e c o n o m i c s , s o c i o l o g y, l aw and political science and will focus on Asians in A m e r i c a .

Prerequisite, Anthropology 113 or 114. May count toward a concentration in

anthropology.

[200-10S] Globalization and European Union. Explores Europe’s response to

globalization, addressing the central question: Does the European Union represent

a nascent regional bloc, or a means of integrating Europe within a globalized order

dominated by the United States? Topics include: European Monetary Union;

Europe’s response to “Americanization” in the realm of culture and hyper-com-

modification; the emergence of a European political and defense entity; the crisis

of the European welfare state. Prerequisite, Government 114.

200-11S The Ethics of Globalization. Investigation of four main globalization

issues from the moral point of view: climate change and environmental responsi-

bility, the World Trade Organization and the globalization of trade, national sover-

eignty and humanitarian intervention, and foreign aid and the globalization of

poverty. Emphasis on the morality of war and global poverty.Werner.

[200-12] Global Fictions. Literature in English as a global phenomenon, with a

particular focus on works about interactions across the boundaries of nations and

cultures, from journeys into the African interior a century ago to visions of a

future world ruled by transnational corporations. Possible authors include Joseph

Conrad,William Gibson,Abdulrazak Gurnah, Nalo Hopkinson, Arundhati Roy,

Salman Rushdie and Zadie Smith.

200-14F Globalization and Indigenous Peoples. Examines the dynamic and

creative responses of Indigenous peoples to the processes of globalization, with

particular emphasis on contemporary Indigenous social movements and cultural

strategies of survivance and resistance in the Western hemisphere. Keating.

202S Infinity and Then Some. Infinity and related mathematical concepts not

only play a role in science and mathematics, but also serve as both thematic concerns

and organizing principles for works of art, including literature, music, painting and

film.This course will study the interactions between mathematics and the arts, with

special attention to issues of consciousness. Included will be works by such writers as

Gödel, Rucker, Hofstadter, Borges, Gombrowicz and Robbe-Grillet; music by Bach,

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Berg, Xenakis and Cage; paintings by Escher; and a variety of films. Prerequisite, (a)

one course in calculus, Math 123, Math 224, Symbolic Logic or Computer Science

210 and (b) one course in literature or music. Students who do not meet the prereq-

uisites may enroll with consent of instructors. Cockburn and P. Rabinowitz.

205S Classics of Modern Social Thought. Reading and discussion of major

thinkers in the development of modern Western social thought. Authors include

Machiavelli, Rousseau, Burke, Marx, Darwin,Weber, Freud, Mannheim and de

B e a u vo i r . Emphasis on class pre s e n t a t i o n s , d e b a t e s , book notes and class pro t o c o l s . Wo r k s

examined from historical, sociological, psychological and philosophical perspectives.

May count toward a concentration in either history or sociology. Prerequisite, 100-

level course in history or sociology. Chambliss and Kelly.

208F The Matrix Revisited: Human and Machine Intelligence in the

Twenty-First Century. Can computers think, plan and learn as humans do? Can

they possess consciousness? This course examines both our understanding of human

behaviors and the uniqueness of those behaviors in light of contemporary Artificial

Intelligence (AI).We will present and discuss models of a variety of traits deemed to

be uniquely human (e.g., personality, emotion, intelligence, language, problem solving,

social interactions) and compare them to analogous AI models. Prerequisite,

Psychology 101, Computer Science 100 or consent of instructor.The course will also

review popular media descriptions of machine intelligence, as well as the possibility

and implications of virtual reality. Hirshfield, Pierce and Yee.

210F The Physics of Musical Sound. An exploration of the physics that underlies

the production of musical sounds. C ove r s issues ranging from nature of musical sound,

representations of music, some elementary music theory, ideas of measurement and

units, some physical principles, theory of wave propagation and mode formation,

physical mechanisms of how instrument families work and their implications for

musical use of those families, acoustics of halls, digital simulations of musical instru-

ments and performance spaces. Prerequisite, one course in music or one course in a

physical science. May count toward a concentration in physics. Three hours of class

and one hour of laboratory. Collett and S. Pellman.

[215] Race Matters. Assesses whether, how much and why race influences educa-

tion, economic trends, politics and culture. Special attention to general intellectual

and cultural trends, as well as to the hard politics of welfare reform, affirmative action,

the criminal justice system and the HIV/AIDS epidemic, and the ways in which race

informs and shapes such policies and politics. May count toward concentration in

Africana studies.

216S The American Founding: Ideals and Reality. An intensive analysis of the

philosophical ideals of the Founding Era (1763-1800) and their uneven realization.

Social histories of various races, genders and classes will help illuminate the inherent

ambiguities, weaknesses, strengths and legacies of the social and political philosophies

of late 18th-century America. (Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, Government 117,

Philosophy 117 or a 100-level course in history. May count toward a concentration

in either history or government. Ambrose and Martin.

218S Space: Its Light, Its Shape. Mobius strips and Klein bottles are examples of

unusual mathematical spaces that differ significantly from the world as we experience

it. Mathematicians study these spaces for their abstract beauty alone. However, such

spaces may be accurate models for our own universe. Current observations of the Big

Bang’s echo — the cosmic microwave background — offer ways to test models of

our universe. In this course we will study possible abstract spaces from a mathematical

perspective and delve into the physics of both the cosmic microwave background and

cosmological models. One year of high school calculus or one semester of college

calculus. Boutin and Major.

220F,S Forever Wild: The Cultural and Natural Histories of the Adirondack

Park. Study of America’s largest inhabited wilderness. Survey of natural and cultural

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histories of the park and examination of ecological, political and social issues. Study

of literary, scientific, historical and political texts. Explorations of environmental issues

such as acid rain, development and land-use, predator re-introduction and population

c o n t r o l s . P r e r e q u i s i t e, one course in literature, b i o l og y, g e o l ogy or env i r onmental studies.

May count toward a minor in environmental studies. Field trip required. Oerlemans

and Reynolds (Fall); Cannavó and Kirschner (Spring).

222F Freaks. Investigation of how what has been considered to be normal has been

conceptualized and defined from both philosophical and biological perspectives

through the study of individuals and groups categorized as freaks.We will examine

d e s c r iptions of particular mental and physical “ a b n o r m a l i t i e s ,” and pay special attention

to the historical and cross-cultural differences in what is considered to be normal.

Doran and Garrett.

[225] Nature, Art or Mathematics?. How do humans perceive or impose patterns

onto the natural world and onto their lives? What is “really” out there and how do

we describe it? An examination of chaos theory, fractal geometry, landscape arc h i t e c t u r e

and theories of tragedy in relation to Tom Stoppard’s play Arcadia. Prerequisite, any

course in literature, mathematics or theatre.

235F,S Food for Thought: The Science, Culture and Politics of Food. An

i n t e r d i s c i p l i n a r y exploration of food. Readings in biolog y, h i s t o r y, l i t e r a t u re and political

science concerning topics such as: why we eat what we eat; where your dinner comes

from; the politics of food; cookbooks as history; diet: facts and fads; food and disease;

food and sex. Cooking, films, field trips and final project. Drogus and Guttman (Fall);

Gapp and Gold (Spring).

238S Rhetoric, Science and Environmentalism. Many environmental problems

are complex and often inscrutable to the public.Yet much public debate exists over

the actions that should be taken to address these problems. Proponents of opposed

positions often vie for public opinion, and for legislation, by presenting arguments

grounded in environmental science.This seminar examines the discourse of environ-

mental science as it is rhetorically applied to influence public debate and gove r n m e n t a l

responses. It also queries the ethics, substance and criteria of “informed decision” as it

is rhetorically constituted at the intersection of science, public opinion and environ-

mentalism. Adams and McCormick.

[ 2 4 5 ] Scientific and Social Pe r s p e c t i ves on HIV and A I D S . E x p l o res the science

of HIV/AIDS, including a study of bl o o d , v i r u s e s , the immune system and the scientific

basis of HIV/AIDS prevention and treatment.We will then examine the role that

various volunteer groups, government agencies and pharmaceutical companies play in

the prevention and treatment of HIV/AIDS.The course will culminate with a public

presentation focused on the global nature of the disease. Prerequisite, one course in

biology or chemistry.

[255S] It’s About Time. Time is a key concept for literature and physics, but it

functions differently in the two disciplines. Even novelists and film-makers who draw

on theories from physics may twist their meanings; physicists may write without

sufficient attention to the narrative techniques they are using, which invariably have

a temporal dimension. By studying films (like Run Lola Run) , n ovels (such as Faulkner’s

Sound and the Fury), and scientific arguments — as well as running empirical experi-

ments — this course will explore how each discipline can cast light (and doubt) on

the way time is treated by the other. Prerequisite, two courses in physics, two courses

in literature, or one course in each, or consent of instructors; in addition, all students

must be comfortable with algebra.

2 5 8 S O p e r a . Study of literary and musical dimensions of operas by major composers

from Monteverdi and Mozart to the present. Emphasis on the transformation of

independent texts into librettos and the effects of music as it reflects language and

dramatic action. Includes such works as Orfeo, The Marriage of Figaro, Otello, The Turn

of the Screw and Candide. Prerequisite, two courses in literature or two in music or one

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in each field, or consent of instructors (Same as Music 258 and Comparative

Literature 258.) Hamessley and P. Rabinowitz.

260S Education in a Liberal Society. This cluster will look at education from

five disciplinary perspectives: public policy; philosophy; critical studies in race, class

and gender; learning and cognition; and curriculum and pedagogy decision-making.

Through readings and discussion of these diverse perspectives, students will explore

the inextricable links that result in the U.S. public education system and agenda. All

sections count toward minor in education studies; Paris’ section counts toward a con-

centration in government. (Same as Government 260.) Mason and Paris.

280F The Historical and Intellectual Foundations of Property and Its

Relationship to Freedom in Modern States. No society in history has existed

without the concept of property. But how the world’s peoples have defined property

has varied widely in time and place.This course will examine cross culturally the

history of property as both an idea and an institution, with emphasis on the develop-

ment in the Western tradition of private property and its historical connection with

slavery, freedom, economic growth and the rise of modern states. Examination of

how the particular definition of property rights adopted by a society affects the kinds

of markets that emerge. Bradfield and Paquette.

285F 1968:Year of Protest. 1968 was a year ripe with the possibility for change.

What led up to this rebellious period in the United States and the world? What have

been the consequences and the legacy of 1968? This cluster of courses will consider

these and other questions by looking at the Civil Rights, anti-War and student move-

ments, and the sexual revolution.We will investigate primary and secondary materials

from media, popular culture (TV, film and rock ’n roll), art and literature, as well as

political and psychological theory. Each section will have a different focus, with var-

ied formats for the final project.

[285-01] 1968: Pop Culture in the Age of Sex, Drugs and Rock ’n Roll.

Focus on the impact of the political and social movements of the late 1960s on

popular culture. Investigation of television (sitcoms and news broadcasting), rock

music (Beatles’ White Album), movies (The Graduate and Guess Who’s Coming to

Dinner), art movements (Andy Warhol and pop art), student activism (Columbia

University and Hamilton College).

285-02F 1968: Theatre in Your Face. A prominent part of the counter-culture,

theatre took to the streets and stages. Artist collectives and activist groups used

theatre as acts of protest and revolution, both cultural and political. Emphasis on

new and divergent voices as represented in plays and theatre, particularly those of

oppressed communities, and the marriage of radical politics and radical aesthetics.

Final projects: collectively developed performances of plays and events. May count

toward a concentration in theatre. Bellini-Sharp.

285-03F 1968: Students in Revolt. In 1968, students in the U.S., France and

Czechoslovakia organized for mass demonstrations, protests, educational projects

a n d , in some cases, violent actions in favor of civil ri g h t s , p e a c e, educational re f o r m

and recognition of human rights.What compelled young people to social action?

What were their ideologies of “freedom,”“equality” and “power”? How did the

counterculture influence student activists, and what were the lasting results of

student movements? How did student movements relate to movements for

liberation among women and among gays? McArn.

[285-05S] 1968: The Sexual Revolution. How did the women’s and gay liber-

ation movements grow out of civil rights, student and anti-war activism? Using

fiction, manifestoes and essays from the period, as well as secondary sources, we

will discuss that question and others , especially issues of re p resentation and visibility.

Options for presentations will include service or teaching. May count for compar-

ative literature major. Prerequisite, one course in literature.

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285-06F 1968: Is Paris Burning? In May 1968, France experienced the biggest

mass movement in its history: violent student demonstrations preceded a general

labor strike by some nine million people from all sectors of employment. Social

and political unrest certainly characterized the moment, but the “events of May”

also challenged existing forms of knowledge and the very nature of language.

Explores the social and political history of post-war France and concurrent devel-

opments in literature and film. Key issues will be the student re b e l l i o n , the wo r ke r s ’

strikes, intellectual life, sexuality and representation. Prerequisite, French 200 or

consent of instructor.Taught in French. May count toward a concentration in

French. Morgan.

[ 2 9 0 S ] Seminar in Classics and Gove r n m e n t : C i c e r o, Hamilton and Je f f e rs o n .

A study of the career of Cicero, the Roman lawyer and politician, and of the debates

between Alexander Hamilton and Thomas Jefferson, with special attention to Greek

and Roman influences on the founders of the United States. Intensive discussion of

readings from Thucydides, Plato, Cicero, Plutarch and the writings of Hamilton and

Je f f e rs o n . ( W r i t i n g - i n t e n s ive.) Pre r e q u i s i t e, one course in classics (classical studies, Latin

or Greek) or government, or consent of instructor.

295S On the Trail of Lewis and Clark: An Interdisciplinary, Bicentennial

Voyage of Discovery. An intellectual and physical exploration of the Lewis and

Clark expedition (1804-1806) from cultural, historical and natural science perspec-

tives, taught during the bicentennial, and culminating in May (following the end of

regular classes) in a mandatory field trip along the route of the expedition.

Prerequisite, one course in biology, geology or history. Isserman and Pfitsch.

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Spanish

Faculty

Santiago Tejerina-Canal, Chair Susan Sánchez-Casal (F,S)

Jessica N. Burke Christine E. Swain

Soledad Gelles

M. Cecilia Hwangpo Special Appointment

Jeremy T. Medina (F) Elena Chamorro García

The Spanish Department offers a diverse Hispanic curriculum that includes Spanish

language study for both non-heritage and heritage speakers, and Latin American,

Spanish and U.S. Latino/a literature and culture studies.The Spanish concentration

consists of nine courses numbered 140 or higher, including 200/201, and 210 or 211,

one elective in the 200 series, three electives at the 300 level — including at least one

in both Latin American and Peninsular fields (one of these must focus on literature

before 1800) — and one course at the 400 level. Concentrators must also fulfill a

cultural requirement that can be met through study abroad or a cultural studies

course.Any course offered by another department that focuses specifically on Latin

America, Spain or U.S. Latinos/as may satisfy the 200-level requirement but will not

count as one of the nine concentration courses. Concentrators may include one

course in translation as one of the required courses for the major. Five of the nine

courses required for the major must be taken at Hamilton. It is strongly advised that

all concentrators study abroad in a Spanish-speaking country.

In order to complete the Senior Program, senior concentrators in Spanish (non-

honors candidates) will: 1) enroll in a 300-level course or Spanish 400 in the fall

semester, and a 400-level course in the spring semester (in the spring seniors will

complete a research project in a 400-level course; spring semester advanced courses

are doubly designated as 300/400 [i.e. 310/410], in order to distinguish seniors who

are writing the senior research project from other students.Thus if a senior plans to

take more than one advanced course in the spring, he/she should take only one

course at the 400 level); 2) participate in an assessment of oral proficiency in an inter-

view conducted by outside examiners in the fall semester. Concentrators may not

normally fulfill the requirement for the major through the election of a 200-level

course during their senior year.

Senior honors candidates will: 1) enroll in Spanish 400 in the fall semester;

2) enroll in 550 and complete a senior thesis in the spring semester; 3) participate in

an assessment of oral proficiency in an interview conducted by outside examiners in

the fall semester. In order to attain honors in Spanish, students must have an average

of 90 or better in the nine courses required for the major, and must complete 550

(senior thesis) with an A- or better. Senior honors candidates who are studying in

Spain (with HCAYS) during the fall of their senior year are exempt from the Spanish

400 requirement.A complete description of the Senior Program is available in

Christian Johnson 202.

The Spanish minor consists of five courses nu m b e r ed 140 or higher, including 200/201

and 210/211, and at least one course at the 300 level. One of these courses may be

t a ken in translation.T h r ee of the five courses for the minor must be taken at Hamilton.

Hamilton College Academic Year in Spain

The Academic Year in Spain was established in 1974 to offer the highest interd i s c i p l i n a r y

academic standards in foreign study programs (distinguished professors, small classes

and a rigorous Spanish-only pledge), along with careful attention to the intellectual,

cultural and social needs of each student. Directors-in-residence are drawn from

Hamilton,Williams and Swa r t h m o re colleges.The program is administered at Hamilton

by a general director and by the Programs Abroad Committee.Also affiliated with the

p rogram are A m h e r st and Have r f o rd colleges.All courses are taught entirely in Spanish

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and include language and linguistic studies, culture studies and study in the social

sciences. Courses offered include advanced language, the art of translation, the history

of Spanish art, cinema, analysis of poetic texts, Cervantes, contemporary theater,

19th- and 20th-century Spanish and Latin American narrative, contemporary Spanish

and Latin American h i s t o r y, the economy of Spain, a n t h r o p o l o g y, s o c i o l o g y, c o n t e m -

p o r a r y Spanish politics, fl a m e n c o.The program also offers internships sculpted to each

s t u d e n t ’s area of interest and preparation. Students are taught by faculty who teach at

leading universities in Madrid.The Centro Universitario de Estudios Hispánicos,

HCAYS headquarters, is located within the “Ciudad Universitaria” of Madrid, next

to the Complutense University and the University of San Pablo, an HCAYS affiliate

(students may opt to take one course at the University of San Pablo). Language and

civilization classes form part of the fall orientation program in the northern coast

village of Comillas, while a similar orientation for spring students takes place in the

beautiful town of Nerja on the southern coast. Frequent group excursions through-

out Spain complement the rich academic and social opportunities offered to students

in Madrid.The program is open to sophomores, juniors and first-semester seniors.

Although the program is designed for a full-year, application may be made for either

the fall or spring sessions.To be eligible, students must normally have completed at

least one 200-level Spanish course and have a strong academic average.

110F First-Term Spanish. Intended for beginners.Thorough grounding in aural

comprehension, speaking, reading and writing. Interactive study of Spanish grammar

with strong emphasis on oral and written production. First-year students who follow

the sequence through 140 may qualify for study abroad. (Proseminar.) Four hours of

class, with additional TA session and laboratory work.Taught in Spanish. Hwangpo.

115F Spanish Immersion I. Designed for exceptionally motivated beginning

students who wish to accelerate their acquisition of Spanish. Intensive and interactive

study of all of the basic grammatical structures of Spanish, with particular emphasis

on writing and speaking. Successful completion will place students into 130 or 135.

Students who follow the sequence through 135 may qualify for study abroad in one

year. (Proseminar.) Two course credits.Three 50-minute and two 75-minute classes a

week, plus an additional three hours of laboratory work and TA session.Taught in

Spanish. Chamorro García.

1 2 0 F, S S e c o n d - Te r m Spanish. C o n t i n uing interactive study of Spanish gr a m m a t i c a l

and lexical structures begun in 110, with special emphasis on speaking and writing.

(Proseminar.) Four hours of class, with additional TA session and laboratory work.

Taught in Spanish. Prerequisite, 110 or placement. Swain (Fall); Medina (Spring).

130F,S Third-Term Spanish. Intensive review of grammar and syntax at the inter-

mediate level, with key emphasis on writing and speaking. Selected readings and

in-class activities form the basis for further work in all the language skills. ( P r o s e m i n a r. )

Four hours of class with additional laboratory work and TA session.Taught in Spanish.

Prerequisite, 120 or placement. Burke.

135S Spanish Immersion II. Designed for exceptionally motivated intermediate

students who wish to accelerate their acquisition of Spanish. Continuation of Spanish

115. Intensive training in grammar and syntax with special interactive emphasis on

speaking, writing and reading.A thorough review of all grammar at the intermediate

l e vel is followed by cultural readings and small group activities similar to those of 140.

Successful completion will place students into 200.Two course cre d i t s . T h r ee 50-m i nu t e

and two 75-minute classes a we e k , plus an additional three hours of laboratory work

and TA session.Taught in Spanish. P r e r e q u i s i t e, 1 1 5 , 120 or placement. C h a m o r ro Garc í a .

140F,S Conversation on Hispanic Cultures. Intense focus on speech emergence

and oral pre s e n t a t i o n . Study of dive rse cultural readings and other aesthetic pro d u c t i o n s

as a basis for refinement of grammar comprehension and as a means to further improve

writing, reading and listening skills. (Proseminar.) Three hours of class, with additional

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activities,TA sessions and laboratory work.Taught in Spanish. Prerequisite, grade of C

or better in 130, placement or consent of instructor. Gelles (Fall); Burke (Spring).

200F,S Exploring Hispanic Texts. Study of interdisciplinary cultural discourses —

art, music, journalism, literature, film — from Latin America, Spain and the Spanish

C a r i b b e a n . Focus on written and oral argumentation; i n t roduction to the interp re t ation

of literary texts. Advanced grammar in context and vocabulary building. Course

emphasizes wri t i n g , oral presentation and the refinement of speech and pro nu n c i a t i o n .

(Writing-intensive.) (Proseminar.) Three hours of class and TA session.Taught in

Spanish. Prerequisite, grade of C+ or better in Spanish 135 or 140, placement or

consent of instru c t o r . Not open to students who have taken 201.Te j e r ina-Canal (Fall);

Hwangpo and Swain (Spring).

[201] Spanish for Heritage/Bilingual Speakers. Integrated review of the gram-

matical structure of Spanish for bilingual students, with intense emphasis on writing.

Major emphasis placed on anthropolitical linguistics; special focus on political and

cultural history of U.S. Latinos/as: issues of immigration, bilingualism, English-Only.

Interdisciplinary readings by Latin American, Caribbean and U.S. Latino/a authors, as

well as interdisciplinary film. Group activism project targets Latino communities in

Utica and surrounding areas. Intense interaction focused on discussion and oral and

written argumentation. (Writing-intensive.) (Proseminar.) Three hours of class.

Prerequisite, placement exam or consent of instructor.

210S Introductory Study of Spanish Literature. Intensive study and analysis of

cultural concepts and selected literary works of Spain. Introduction to basic critical

skills for literary and cultural analysis as applied to texts studied. Emphasis on oral

p e r f o r m a n c e, student participation and on ori g inal application of critical methodolog y

in writing pro j e c t s . Taught in Spanish. P re re q u i s i t e , 2 0 0 , 201 or consent of instru c t o r.

Enrollment priority will be given to concentrators. Not open to senior concentrators.

Tejerina-Canal.

211F Introductory Study of Latin American Literature. A selected overview

of cultural concepts and literary movements and genres in Latin American literatures.

Special emphasis on representative works of selected historical periods. Introduction

to basic critical skills for literary and cultural analysis as applied to texts studied. E m p h a s i s

on oral perform a n c e, student participation and ori g inal application of cri t i c a l m e t h o d-

o l ogy in writing pro j e c t s . Taught in Spanish. P re r e q u i s i t e, 2 0 0 , 201 or consent of instru c t o r.

Not open to senior concentrators. Gelles.

[213] Introduction to U.S. Latino/a Literatures. Examination of cultural

production of representative U.S. Latino/a writers, filmmakers and visual artists from

the civil rights movement to present. Focuses on the rewriting of contextual history

of Latinos within the United States through interdisciplinary texts. Emphasis placed

on literary, cultural and historical/political analysis, feminist criticism and anti-racist

pedagogies. No knowledge of Spanish required.Taught in English. Prerequisite,

English 150,Women’s Studies 110 or any literature course in any language at a 200

level. (Same as Comparative Literature 213, English 213 and Women’s Studies 213.)

215F Advanced Study of Grammar and Composition. An intensive and

detailed study of the more complex points of Spanish grammar, including rigorous

study of vocabulary and composition. Each unit prepares and teaches the student to

write in a certain genre (description, narration, exposition, etc.). Especially recom-

mended for Spanish majors , m i n o rs and future teachers of Spanish. ( W r i t i n g - i n t e n s i ve. )

Taught in Spanish. Prerequisite, 200, 201 or consent of instructor. Swain.

[226S] U.S. Latino/a Studies: Challenges of Gender, Race, Nation. For full

description, see Women’s Studies 226.

[250] Journey into Spanish Cultures. A study of the cultures of Spain, including

history, music, painting and other aspects of Spanish civilization which reflect or have

contributed to the development of modern Spanish perspectives. Emphasis on con-

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temporary social and political events.Taught in Spanish. Prerequisite, 210, 211 or

consent of instructor.

[251] Cultural Studies in Latin America. Analysis of Latin American cultural

history of the 19th and 20th centuries. Study of interdisciplinary cultural texts —

maps, films, journalism, popular magazines and music — that represent relevant

moments in or challenges to the consolidation of political and cultural identities.

Particular attention paid to the figures and voices of criollos, indios, negros and sexual

minorities.Taught in Spanish. Prerequisite, 210, 211 or consent of instructor.

[257] The World of Spanish Art from the Alhambra to Guernica. Intensive

study of the artistic production of Spain, as reflected in the most significant expre s s i o n s

of architecture, painting and sculpture, along with the cultural and historical context

in which these works were created.To be included, among others: Moorish,

Romanesque, Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque, Neoclassic and Modernist styles (in

architecture); El Greco,Velázquez, Zurbarán, Ribera, Murillo, Goya, Sorolla, Picasso

and Dalí (in painting); and Vasco de la Zarza, Bigarny, Diego de Siloé, Juni, Montanás,

Cano, Mena, Berruguete (in sculpture).Taught in Spanish. Prerequisite, 210, 211 or

consent of instructor. (Same as Art History 257.)

261S Writing, Self and Nation in Latin America. Study of the relationships

between literature and society during the 19th and 20th centuries in Latin America.

Different instances in the articulation of national identity and struggle for cultural

independence will be considered through the reading of pertinent texts. Particular

emphasis on salient political ideas ingrained in literary narratives. Among authors

studied are Jorge Isaacs, Clorinda Matto de Turner, José Asunción Silva, Mariano

Azuela, Mayra Santos-Febres,Alberto Fuguet and María Luisa Bombal.Taught in

Spanish. Prerequisite, 210, 211 or consent of instructor. Gelles.

[265] The Art of Translation. A study of translation theory and its applications in

Spanish to English and English to Spanish. Includes a comparative study of the gram-

matical structure of both languages, terminology building and ample practice with

translations in various fields.Taught in Spanish. Prerequisite, 200, 201 or consent of

instructor. Maximum enrollment, 20.

[270] Special Topics in Spanish Literature and Culture. Taught in Spanish.

Prerequisite, 210, 211 or consent of instructor.

271F Special Topics in Latin American Literature and Culture: Topic for

2004: Representing Gender in Mexico. Focuses the study of gender on inter-

disciplinary representations of femininity/masculinity in literature, film, art and media.

Analysis of traditional symbols of femininity in Mexico (for example, La M a l i n c h e

and the V i r g in Guadalupe) and their feminist critics in the 20th century. Gender identity

— and its link to national identity — studied through the lens of social issues and

literary and artistic concerns. Readings include works by Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz,

Octavio Paz, Rosario Castellanos, Elena Poniatowska and Carmen Boullosa, among

others.Taught in Spanish. Prerequisite, 210, 211 or consent of instructor. Not open to

senior concentrators. Burke.

281S Introduction to Latin American Short Fiction. Critical reading and

interdisciplinary discussion of selected Latin American short fiction. Designed to

familiarize students with the poetics of the Latin American short story and its

relationship to pertinent literary movements. Readings will include works by Borges,

Quiroga, Cortázar, Rulfo,Valenzuela, Catellanos, García Márquez and others.Taught

in Spanish. Prerequisite, 210, 211 or consent of instructor. Hwangpo.

[ 2 8 3 ] U n d e rstanding the Cari b bean Wo r l d . I n t e r d i s c i p l i n a r y study of cro s s - c u l t u r a l

p roduction and political discourse of Spanish-speaking Caribbean islands (Cuba, P u e rt o

Rico, Dominican Republic), Haiti and the Caribbean Diaspora in the United States.

Historical inquiry into European conquest of the Caribbean, the legacy of slavery,

sugar plantation economy, race formation, colonialism, nationalism, U.S. imperialism

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and the new politics of the “ethno-nation” through the diverse mediums of literature,

history, geography, essay, music, dance and film. No knowledge of Spanish required.

Taught in English.

[285] The Hispanic Transatlantic. Exploration of cultural interactions between

Spain and Latin America, and among Spain, Latin America and the U.S., in literature,

music, film and popular culture from the early modern period to the present.Topics

include imperialism; the relationships between modernity and colonialism; diasporas;

contact zones; transculturation; rearticulation of transnational identities; coexistence in

difference; borderlands; mestizo cultural spaces; cultures of resistance.Authors include

Guamán Poma, “Clarín,” Rosalía de Castro, García Lorca,Vallejo, Guillén, Anzaldúa,

Ramos Otero, Manu Chao.Taught in Spanish. Prerequisite, 210, 211 or consent of

instructor.

300F Medieval Spanish Literature. An in-depth view of the beginning and early

development of Spanish literature, emphasizing key works that serve as precursors to

later Spanish and Latin American literatures, including Jarchas, El Poema de Mió Cid,

Auto de los Reyes Magos, El Conde Lucanor, Libro de Buen Amor, poetry of the

Romancero, Coplas por la muerte de su padre, Cárcel de Amor and La Celestina.

Taught in Spanish. Prerequisite, 210, 211 or consent of instructor.Tejerina-Canal.

[301/401] Modernismo. Contextualized study of the Latin American literary

movement that broke away from the naturalist tradition and anticipated the avant-

garde. Analysis of innovative literary premises in essay, prose fiction, chronicle, theatre

and poetry through focus on the new consciousness of the “modernista” writer’s role

in turn-of-the-century society. Examination of related notions of exoticism and

escapism in the context of continental modernization.Taught in Spanish. Prerequisite,

210, 211 or consent of instructor. (Senior concentrators who plan to write their

senior research project in this course must take it as 401).

[310/410] Latin American Theatre. Analysis and discussion of 20th-century plays

in light of major theatrical movements such as the Theater of the Absurd, the Epic

Theater, Metatheater and the Theater of Cruelty. Readings from such leading play-

wrights as Usigli, Marqués, Gambaro,Wolff, Carballido and Cossa.Taught in Spanish.

Prerequisite, 210, 211 or consent of instructor. (Senior concentrators who plan to

write their senior research project in this course must take it as 410.)

315/415S Latin American Dialectology. A study of the major dialects of Latin

America, including their origins, development and geographical extension. Students

will learn the basics of dialectology, sociolinguistics and phonetic transcription while

increasing their general knowledge of Spanish.Taught in Spanish. Prerequisite, two

200-level courses in Spanish above 200 or 201 or consent of instructor. (Senior

concentrators who plan to write their senior research project in this course must

take it as 415). Swain.

320S Contemporary Latin American Novel. Critical reading of representative

Latin American novels from the 1980s and 1990s. Authors include Piglia, Eltit, Aria,

Va l l e j o, B e l l a t i n . Taught in Spanish. P r e re q u i s i t e , 2 1 0 , 211 or consent of instru c t o r. G e l l e s .

[345] The Female Autograph: Women’s Writing in the Hispanic World.

Cross-cultural study of women’s literary texts in Spain, Latin America and the United

States.Textual analysis grounded in feminist literary, social theories and critical frame-

works; particular attention paid to women’s agency and writing as transgressions in

p a t r i a rchal symbolic ord e r, to the consideration of a generolecto (wo m e n ’s specific

literary inscription) and to theoretical and critical approaches to gender and writing.

Taught in Spanish. Prerequisite, 210, 211 or consent of instructor. (Same as Women’s

Studies 345.)

[ 3 5 0 ] Latin A m e r ican Short Fiction. C ritical reading and interd i s c i p l i n a r y discussion

of selected Latin American and Caribbean short fiction. Authors include Quiroga,

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B o r g e s , C o rt á z a r,A r g ü e d a s , R u l f o,Va l e n z u e l a , Pe r i Rossi, Fe r r é , C a s t e l l a n o s , C a m p o b e l l o,

Dávila and others . Taught in Spanish. P re re q u i s i t e , 2 1 0 , 211 or consent of instru c t o r.

[ 3 7 1 ] Special Topics in Latin A m e r ican Literature. Taught in Spanish. P r e r e q u i s i t e,

two 200-level courses in Spanish above 200 or 201 or consent of instructor.

[379] Latino/a Experiences in the United States. Taught in English. No

k n owledge of Spanish re q u i r e d . P r e re q u i s i t e , 2 1 1 , 2 1 3 , 226 or consent of instru c t o r.

(Same as English 379 and Women’s Studies 379.)

3 8 0 S C e r va n t e s ’ Don Quijote. C a reful analysis of the style, c h a r a c t e r i z a t i o n , theme and

structure of Spain’s greatest literary masterpiece, and the study of the work’s relation-

ship to the major social and intellectual currents of the 17th century.Taught in Spanish.

Prerequisite, 210, 211 or consent of instructor. Medina.

[385/485] Travel and Writing in Spain and Latin America. Analysis of travel

narratives and representations of travelers as models of contact within the cultures

of globalization from the early 19th to the 20th centuries.Topics include: travel as

metaphor; economies of displacement and travel; identity; indianos (women) travelers

and migrants as cultural agents; migration; exile; pilgrimage; diaspora cultures.Authors

include Condesa de Merlín, Flora Tristán,“Clarín,” Pereda, Galdós, Martí, Carmen de

Burgos, García Lorca, Mistral,Teresa de la Parra, Luis Rafael Sánchez, Manuel Ramos

Otero.Taught in Spanish. Prerequisite, 210, 211 or consent of instructor. (Senior con-

centrators who plan to write their senior research project in this course must take it

as 485).

[395] The Avant-Garde. Examination of the manner in which the Spanish and

Latin A m e r ican ava n t - g a rdes resist and rew r ite established classical traditions. Pa r t i c u l a r

emphasis placed on how Baroque poetics are used in the formulation of a “modern”

art. Discussions will revolve around poems, manifestos and films.Taught in Spanish.

Prerequisite, 210, 211 or consent of instructor.

400F Senior Seminar Topic for 2004-05: The National Identity: Argentina

and Cuba (1900-1940). Analysis of discourse on national identity, particularly the

parallel between the trajectory of theatre, novel, essay and music in both countries.

Rigorous analysis of the establishment and (re)construction of national identity

discourse through literary works, history, shared meanings, languages and inclusions

and exclusions. Readings by Novión, De María, F. Sánchez, Gálvez, Martínez Estrada,

Scalabrini Ortiz, Ramos, Mañach and others.Taught in Spanish. Open to seniors

only. Required course for senior concentrators who are candidates for honors and

strongly recommended for all other senior concentrators. Spanish concentrators will

be given preference over other seniors. Hwangpo.

550S Honors Project. Independent study program for students who qualify as

candidates for departmental honors. Students will work closely with a thesis advisor

(chosen from among the Spanish faculty) who will direct and guide the preparation

and oral defense of the thesis. Students will normally also choose a second reader.

Students must have an average of at least B+ in the nine courses counting toward the

concentration at the end of the first semester of the senior year in order to qualify.

Honor concentrators must normally take the Senior Seminar (400) during the fall

of their senior year.The Department.

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Theatre and Dance

Craig T. Latrell, Chair

Theatre

Faculty

Carole A. Bellini-Sharp Special Appointment

Mark Cryer William Burd

Kermit Dunkelberg

Craig T. Latrell (S)

A concentration in theatre consists of 11 credits.The performance track consists of

1 0 1 , 1 0 2 , 1 0 5 , 141 or 142, 2 0 1 , 2 0 2 , 3 0 1 , 3 0 7 ; t w o of the follow i n g : 2 1 1 , 2 3 6 , 2 3 8 , 2 5 5 ;

500 and 560. Pe r f o r mance track majors must audition for all mainstage pro d u c t i o n s .

The directing, theory and playwriting track consists of 101, 105, 110, 141 or 142,

2 0 1 , 2 2 4 , 3 0 3 , 3 0 7 ; t wo of the follow i n g : 2 1 1 , 2 3 6 , 2 3 8 , 2 5 5 ; 5 0 0 , 550 or 560. D i r e c t i n g ,

theory and playwriting majors must participate in at least one mainstage production

in a non-performance capacity. Students are encouraged to elect additional courses in

art, music and dance.

The Senior Program requirement in theatre may be fulfilled through a satisfactory

completion of one of the following options: a Senior Thesis (550), which may be a

re s e a rch paper or the composition of a play ; or Senior Pe r f o r m a n c e / P r oduction (560),

which may be an acting show c a s e , the directing of a play or designing for a depart m e n t a l

production. No student who has completed the requirements and maintained an 85

average in theatre courses will be prohibited from selecting a perform a n c e / p r o d u c t i o n

as the Senior Pro j e c t . Students falling below the 85 average will be re q u i red to take the

re s e a rch option, or to re gister for an independent study prior to the project as pre p a r a t i o n .

Departmental honors may be earned through outstanding achievement in course-

work, a history of distinguished contribution to the theatre program and excellence

in the performance, composition or production component of the Senior Program, as

judged by the department.

A minor in theatre may be acquired in performance (101, 102 or 201, 110, 307

and one elective) or design/production (105, 110, 212, 213 or 215, 307).

101F,S Introduction to Stage Performance. Exploration of the basic elements

of theatrical performance and stage presence. Introduction to theatre vocabulary,

performance concepts and skills, and the creative process through kinesthetic, vocal,

sensory and imaginative exercises, as well as improvisation and stage action. An

e n s e m ble approach that relies on individual and group commitment and collaboration.

(Proseminar.) Not open to juniors and seniors except with permission of the depart-

ment. Cryer.

102S Introductory Acting Workshop. An intensive continuation of 101. Develop-

ment of acting skills through exploration and workshop performances of monologues

and scenes from modern plays. (Proseminar.) Prerequisite, 101.The Department.

105S Stagecraft. Fundamentals of scenery construction, rigging, scene painting.

Three hours of class and six hours of laboratory. Maximum enrollment, 12. Burd.

110S Performing Cultures: An Introduction to Theatre. This course combines

the study of theatre and drama as it re f l e c t s , re p resents and interp rets dive r se A m e r i c a n

cultures, with a hands-on examination of how theatre is made. Readings and discus-

sions of plays, selected short readings in theory, history and criticism, and attendance

at local performances. Consideration of the issues of texts, production, performance,

meaning, context and style. No knowledge of theatre required. Not open to seniors.

Bellini-Sharp.

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141-142F,S Production. The study of theatre through participation (performance

and/or technical work) in a faculty-directed production. Casting by audition. Open

to seniors by invitation. One-half credit. Latrell (Fall); Bellini-Sharp (Spring).

201F Intermediate Acting. Exploration of physical, vocal, emotional and creative

resources.Textual study, improvisation and performance. Focus on Brecht and other

epic playwrights. Prerequisite, 101 or consent of instructor. Maximum enrollment, 16.

Bellini-Sharp.

202S Intermediate Acting Workshop: Character and Language. Scene and

monologue work, textual analysis and characterization. Focus on Shakespeare.

Prerequisite, 102, 201 or consent of instructor. Maximum enrollment, 16. Cryer.

211F Dreamings and Tellings. A course in dreams, voice and performance.The

creation and presentation of original dream-based stories and performance pieces.

Vocal work emphasizing breathing, centering and toning. Study of dream-based art

and literature, and related theory and criticism, from diverse cultures and disciplines

to re-locate dreams and dreaming as both personal and cultural acts. Maximum

enrollment, 16. Bellini-Sharp.

212S Scene Design. A lecture/laboratory course in the design of scenery for the

stage. Study of principles of composition, materials and fundamentals of drafting and

rendering, eventuating in practical scenic designs with floor plans, elevations, sections

and models. Prerequisite, 105.The Department.

213F Lighting Design. A lecture/laboratory course in lighting for the stage. Study

of principles of composition, graphic notation, electrical practice and its control,

eventuating in practical lighting designs with plots, sections and control charts.

Prerequisite, 105. Burd.

[224S] Playwriting. Introduction to the techniques of realistic and non-realistic

playwriting through a variety of exercises and improvisations, culminating in the

writing and staging of a one-act play. Prerequisite, 102, 110 or English 150.While no

prior acting experience is required, students participate in staged readings of works.

(Same as English 224.) Maximum enrollment, 16.

[236] Outrageous Acts: Avant-Garde Theatre and Performance Art. An

examination of experimental art’s capacity to shock and to force us to recognize our-

s e l ves from new and unexpected pers p e c t ive s . The histori c a l , cultural and philosophical

origins and influences, as well as exemplary works from the early avant-garde move-

ments (1890-1940) and more contemporary avant-garde theatre and performance art

(1950-1990). Discussion of the art, music, literature, theatre and film of Surrealism,

Symbolism, Expressionism, Dada, Futurism, Constructivism, Epic,The Living Theatre,

Grotowski, Monk,Wilson, Foreman,The Wooster Group, Hughes, Finley. (Same as Art

History 236.)

2 3 8 F A f r i c a n - A m e r ican T h e a t re. S t u d y, discussion and oral performance of selected

works of drama by African-Americans from the 1860s to the present. Focuses on

themes within the plays in relation to the current social climate and how they affect

the play’s evolution in the context of changing U.S. cultural and political attitudes.

Prerequisite, 110. Open to sophomores and juniors. Cryer.

[255F] Asian Theatre: The Exotic Body. An exploration of major Asian theatre

and dance forms and their representations in the West. Focus on elite, popular and

hybrid forms arising out of the cultures of China, Japan, India and Southeast Asia, and

the way these forms have functioned as tokens of exoticism in the West. Prerequisite,

one course in theatre or Asian studies or consent of instructor. No prior performance

experience necessary, but students will be expected to participate in all workshops

offered as part of the class.

300F,S The Study of the Theatre through Production and Performance.

Performing a major role, stage management, dramaturgy or design of scenery, lighting

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or costumes for a faculty-directed production. Prerequisite, invitation of the depart-

ment.The Department.

301S Advanced Acting. Advanced scene study, characterization and styles.

Prerequisite, 202 or consent of the department.The Department.

303F Directing. Fundamentals of play direction and script analysis; study of selected

directors and directorial problems; the direction of exercise scenes; and direction of a

final scene or one-act for public pre s e n t a t i o n . P r e re q u i s i t e , t wo semesters of acting and

t wo other courses in theatre or dramatic literature or consent of instru c t o r. L a t r e l l .

307F History of Theatre. An introduction to the basic texts of theatre history from

classical antiquity to the Baroque era, focusing on the themes of cross-dressing in per-

formance, space and how it shapes theatre, and the representation of reality on the

stage.The class places performance within social, cultural and historical contexts, and

also provides an introduction to non-Western performance. Prerequisite, 110, any

200-level theatre course, English 206 or consent of instructor. Latrell.

[325] Advanced Playwriting and Directing: Original Works. Focuses on the

c reation of ori g inal works using theatrical rather than literary models.Te c h n i q u e s to be

explored include interviewing, improvisation, adaptation and Bogart’s “viewpo i n t s ”

a p p ro a c h . Students will generate material using some or all of these techniques, s u b s e-

quently shaping the material into finished works for public perform a n c e . S t u d e nts w i l l

be expected to participate both as play w r ights and dire c t o r s , and will also perform in

staged readings. Prerequisites, 224 and one of the following: 303, 101 or 110.

[345S] Modern European and American Drama. For full description, see

Comparative Literature 345.

370S Advanced Topics in Theatre. An in-depth investigation of a particular facet

of theatre production, literature or criticism, with specific topics to be determined by

the department. Prerequisite, consent of instructor. Students may repeat this course

for credit.The Department.

5 0 0 F Senior Seminar. Practice in developing theatrical ideas, p rojects and pro p o s a l s .

Research and production methodologies. Completion of a senior project proposal.

Open to senior concentrators only. One-half credit. Bellini-Sharp, Cryer and Latrell.

550F,S Senior Thesis. A project resulting in either a research paper or the compo-

sition of a play. Open to senior concentrators only.The Department.

560F,S Senior Performance/Production. An acting showcase, the directing of a

play, costume, set and/or lighting design for a departmental production. Substantial

w r itten component comprising re s e a rch into the histori c a l , t h e o r etical and socio-cultural

contexts of the chosen wo r k . Fo l l owing submission of the monograph and completion

of production, each student will participate in the evaluation of her/his project with

an evaluating committee. Open to senior concentrators only.The Department.

Dance

Faculty

Elaine Heekin Special Appointment

Leslie Norton (S) Richard G. Lloyd

Bruce Walczyk

A concentration in dance consists of 201, 203, 205, 305, 307, 550 or 560, and four

semesters of Intermediate (213, 215) and/or Advanced Dance (313, 315).The Senior

Program in dance may be fulfilled through satisfactory completion of one of the fol-

lowing options: a Senior Thesis (550), which may be a research paper or a field study

in movement behavior and its analysis/notation, or Senior Pe r f o r m a n c e / C h o re ogr a p hy

( 5 6 0 ) , which may be a performance of dance wo r k s , c h o re ogr a p hy or both. No student

who has completed the requirements and maintained an 85 average in dance courses

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will be prohibited from selecting the performance/choreography option as the Senior

Project. Students qualifying for and electing Dance 560 (Senior Performance/

Choreography) as their Senior Program in dance must be enrolled in technique class

during the semester in which they are enrolled in Dance 560. Students falling below

the 85 average will be required to register for an independent study as preparation for

the project.

Departmental honors may be earned through outstanding achievement in course-

work, a history of distinguished contribution to the dance program and excellence in

the performance, composition, research or production component of the Senior

Program, as judged by the department.

A minor in dance consists of three courses selected from 201, 2 0 3 , 2 0 5 , 305 and 307,

and two semesters of Intermediate Dance (213, 215) or Advanced Dance (313, 315).

102F Introduction to Dance Theory, Technique and Culture. A survey of the

various roles dance/movement play in life and culture. Lecture and lab are combined

to include an introduction to kinesiology, movement behavior, choreography, impro-

visation, body music, dance ethnology and technique.A modern dance approach is

emphasized that includes martial art/dance forms from West Africa, Haiti, Brazil,

China, Indonesia,Thailand, Malaysia,The Philippines and Japan. Maximum enroll-

ment, 20.Walczyk.

[103F] Introduction to Dance as a Performance Medium and Healing Art.

An overview of dance as a performing art, its role in culture/communication and as a

s o u r ce of health and well being. L e c t u re s , discussions and introduction to seve r a l

d a n c e /m ovement forms including contemporary, b a l l e t , A f r ican-based jazz and va r i o u s

health-based movement techniques (yog a , P i l a t e s , B a rtenieff Fundamentals). I n t r o d u c t i o n

to motif writing included. Maximum enrollment, 20.

104F Introduction to Dance In Its Social and Theatrical Forms. A survey of

the evolution of dances from their folk/social manifestations into forms of classical

status. Among the myriad examples, three will be highlighted: the development of the

folk and court dances of the Renaissance and Baroque into classical ballet; the devel-

opment of Kabuki from a sensual,“outlaw” theatre to a classical form in Japan; and

the development of African-American social dances from the slavery era to the signa-

ture dances of the 1920s and 1930s into classics of American musical theatre.

Lectures, discussions and technique classes. Maximum enrollment, 20. Norton.

112S Elementary Dance. Fundamentals of contemporary dance and jazz, incorpo-

rating technique, theory and criticism. No previous dance training required. Heekin.

114S Elementary Ballet. Beginner-level study of classical ballet with a focus on

b a l l e t ’s basic vo c a b u l a r y in both barre and center floor exe r c i s e s , studio-stage dire c t i o n s

and designations for the classical positions of the body in space.Work on such stylistic

aspects of ballet as musicality, dynamics and use of the head. Readings in kinesiology

pertaining to muscular alignment analysis. No previous dance experience required.

Maximum enrollment, 20.The Department.

141-142F,S Performance. The study of dance through performance of a role in a

main stage dance concert. Prerequisite, invitation of the department. One-quarter

credit per semester. The Department.

180S Sound, Performance and Creativity. An introduction to the development

and use of sound in its relationship to perform a n c e .Topics include creation of ori g in a l

sound stru c t u re s , using vocal and body sounds as well as found objects; i n t roduction to

sound recording, editing and playback; aural analyses of material created in the class,

as well as material from various historical periods, to develop a common musical

language and to understand the structures and aesthetics of sound and music; creation

of different types of non-traditional visual scores and their application for movement.

Individual and group projects. No previous musical, dance or theatre experience

required. Maximum enrollment, 16. Lloyd.

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[201S] History of Dance. Study of the theatrical, social and ritual aspects of dance

through cross-cultural comparisons among dance forms. Exploration and analysis of

such historical issues as the evolution of dances, the struggle to preserve traditional

dances and dance fusions in a global society. Lectures, discussions and films. (Writing-

intensive.) No previous dance training required.

[203S] Movement Analysis. Observing, analyzing and recording movement using

Laban’s principles. Emphasis on cultural and aesthetic concepts of movement as a

system of communication. Investigation of alignment techniques, movement behavior

and kinesiological principles. No prior dance training required. Maximum enroll-

ment, 15.

205S Kinesiology. An investigation of the musculo-skeletal system and use of bio-

mechanical principles to improve efficiency of motor behavior. Emphasis on joint,

muscular and alignment analysis. Lectures, discussions and practical application of

movement concepts. No prior dance training required.Walczyk.

208S Martial Arts and Dance. An investigation into the relationship between

martial arts and dance emphasizing the abstraction of movements of self-defense into

dance.This approach relies on many cultures that utilize body awareness and move-

ment efficiency through several systems including aikido, c a p o e i r a , chi kung, jeet kune

d o, k a l i , mu a y thai, n o r t h e r n shaolin, pa kua chang, silat and tai chi chuan. P r e re q u i s i t e ,

a n y dance, athletic or martial art experi e n c e . M a x i m um enro l l m e n t , 2 0 . Wa l c z y k .

213S Intermediate Contemporary Dance and Theory. The study of contem-

p o r a r y dance/movement incorporating technique and theory. Emphasis on alignment,

muscle analysis and movement behavior. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite, any

dance or athletic training. Heekin.

215S Intermediate Ballet. Continuation of the study of ballet.Technique classes

are combined with studies in kinesiology, dance theory and dance criticism. May be

repeated for credit. Prerequisite 102, 103, 104 or consent of instructor.The

Department.

250F Ballet in the Twentieth Century. Study of the history of ballet from the

Imperial Ballet of the Tsars to the present. Study of Diaghilev’s Ballets Russes, the

Ballet Russe de Monte Carlo, New York City Ballet, American Ballet Theatre, the

R oyal Ballet of England and the Kirov and Bolshoi of Russia. Examination of aesthetic

p r inciples and their influence on the development of modern ballet. Study of dancers ,

cho re ogr a p h e r s , c o m p o s e r s and visual artists associated with the ballet wo r l d . ( W r i t i n g -

intensive.) No previous dance experience required. Norton.

305F Composition. A study of the elements of choreography, emphasizing personal

development in movement invention, phrasing and design.The use of improvisation,

costume, set, props, music and technical theatre are introduced. Prerequisite, consent

of instructors.Walczyk.

[307F] Choreography. The application of fundamentals from 305 to more complex

choreographic work, incorporating set, props, costume and text. Exploration and

analysis of other art forms as related to dance composition. P re r e q u i s i t e , 305 or consent

of instructor. (Offered in alternate years.)

[308S] Advanced Martial Arts and Dance. A continuation of 208, emphasizing

martial arts from Africa, Asia, Southeast Asia and South America. Students will study

cultural background, history, philosophy and terminology along with practical appli-

cation of movement theories. Prerequisite, 208 or consent of instructor.

313S Advanced Contemporary Dance and Theory. The study of contemporary

dance incorporating technique and theory. Emphasis on performance techniques and

ability to comprehend the conceptual framework of move m e n t . Supplemental training

in pilates, jazz and yoga. Guest artists invited each year to teach master classes. May be

repeated for credit. Prerequisite, 213 or consent of instructor. Heekin.

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315F Advanced Ballet. The study of classical ballet emphasizing style and perfor-

mance quality in addition to technical mastery of the ballet vocabulary.The course

meets five times weekly.While out-of-class assignments are minimal, daily attendance,

e f f o r t and consistent improvement in the technical and stylistic aspects of this art form

a r e of critical import a n c e.M ay be repeated for cre d i t . P r e re q u i s i t e , 215 or consent of

instructor. Norton.

550F,S Senior Thesis. A research paper or a field study in movement behavior and

its analysis/notation. Open to senior concentrators only.The Department.

560F,S Senior Performance/Choreography. A performance of dance works, the

choreography of dance works or both. Substantial written component comprising

research into the historical, theoretical and socio-cultural contexts of the chosen

work. Following submission of the monograph and completion of production, each

student will participate in the evaluation of her/his project with an evaluating com-

mittee. Open to senior concentrators only.The Department.

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Women’s Studies

Faculty

Margaret Gentry, Director (S) Chandra Talpade Mohanty (F,S)

Vivyan C. Adair Gita Rajan

Danielle M. DeMuth Susan Sánchez-Casal (Spanish) (F,S)

The concentration in women’s studies consists of nine courses, including 101, 201,

301 and 550, two courses selected from among 314, 327, 401, 402 or 405, and three

e l e c t i ve s . With the approval of the concentrator’s advisor, one course focused on wo m e n

or gender that is not cross-listed with women’s studies may be counted toward the

electives required for the concentration.

The Senior Program (550) is an interdisciplinary project culminating in a thesis or

performance. Students who have an average of 90 in the concentration may receive

honors through distinguished work in 550. A complete description of the Senior

Program is available from the program director.

A minor in women’s studies consists of 101, 201, 301, one course selected from

314, 327, 401, 402 or 405, and one elective.

Students without prior courses in the program may enroll in courses above the

100 level with permission of the instructor.

101F,S Introduction to Women’s Studies. An interdisciplinary investigation of

past and present views of women and their roles, treatment and experiences in insti-

tutions such as the fa m i l y, the state, the work forc e, language and sexuality.The dive rs i t y

of women’s experiences across age, class, ethnic, sexual, racial and national lines intro-

d u c e d , and theories of feminism and of wo m e n ’s studies discussed. ( W r i t i n g - i n t e n s ive. )

(Proseminar.) DeMuth and Gentry (Fall); Adair and DeMuth (Spring).

1 2 0 S Asian A m e r ican Visual Culture : C o n s t ructing the Citizen-Subject. O ve r

the last two decades, Asian American artists, filmmakers and writers have gradually

added layers to representations of ethnic identity by moving beyond the category

called diaspora to one that asserts legitimate citizenship. Attention to art and films that

highlight the genealogies of particular Asian origins (Indian, Chinese, etc.) as well as

the experiential reality of bi-racial identities (Hapa) so as to explain the privileges and

responsibilities of citizenship. Rajan.

[190F] Women and Madness. Examination of historical, cultural, literary, artistic

and psychological constructions and re p resentations of women as “ m a d .” Uses feminist

sociopolitical pers p e c t i ves to explore how these re p resentations are connected to topics

such as anger, violence, sexuality, race, class, conformity and resistance to female roles,

and the psychiatric and psychological communities. (Next offered 2005-06.)

201S Introduction to Feminist Thought. An interdisciplinary examination of the

history and contemporary practice of feminist thought.Topics include the history of

feminist thought in Western culture, the broadening and complication of that canon

to include examinations of race, class, gender, sexuality, ableism and ageism, and the

implications of global feminist thought. (Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, 101 or

consent of instructor. DeMuth.

212S Sociology of Gender. For full description, see Sociology 212.

[213] Introduction to U.S. Latino/a Literatures. For full description, see

Spanish 213.

222F Race, Gender and Culture. For full description, see Philosophy 222.

[226S] U.S. Latino/a Studies: Challenges of Gender, Race, Nation. Feminist

analysis of consequences for Latinas of U.S. imperialism (conquest of Mexico, colo-

nization of Puerto Rico, military intervention in the Spanish Caribbean and Latin

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America) and economic, social and cultural systems. Uses film, literature, music, socio-

logical/historical analysis to scrutinize inter- and intracultural oppressions and social

formations: family structure, domesticity, forced sterilization, the labor force, language,

racism, sexism, sexual oppression, colorism, machismo and marianismo. Focus on the

history of Latina resistance and Latina agencies. (Proseminar.) Prerequisite, one course

in women’s studies or consent of instructor. (Same as Spanish 226.)

[235] Women in Modern Asia. For full description, see History 235.

[239F] Gender and Politics in Latin America. For full description, see

Government 239.

[270F] Women and International Development: Power, Politics, Agency.

Examination of the effects of social, political, cultural and economic systems, such as

education, media, religion, family structures and the organization of labor, on the lives

of women from “developing” countries. Analysis of contemporary theories of inter-

national development and feminism, using case studies from different cultures to clari f y

the political, intellectual and ideological inter-connections between “First-World” and

“Third-World” nations in a transnational, capitalist economy. Prerequisite, one course

in women’s studies or consent of instructor.

278F The Straight Story?: Rethinking the Romance. For full description, see

Comparative Literature 278.

280F The Politics of Gender. For full description, see Government 280.

301F Feminist Methodological Perspectives. An interdisciplinary exploration of

feminist methods of social analysis. Emphasis on how feminist inquiry has transform e d

how we think about and study gender in the sciences, social sciences, arts and

humanities. (Writing-intensive.) Prerequisite, 101 or consent of instructor. Gentry.

307F Seminar on Engendering Ethics in an Era of Globalization: South

Asian Voices. Interdisciplinary seminar on ethics using select feminist perspectives

from philosophy, geography, history, literature and sociology to read specific South

Asian writers (e.g.,Vandana Shiva). Examines the impact of globalization as ethnic

cleansing and violence against women, women’s labor and migration, distribution of

resources and modes of production that serve global capital, and alternatives for pro-

ducing global citizens capable of building communities and solidarity across religious,

cultural and national lines. Prerequisite, one course in women’s studies or consent of

instructor. Rajan.

310F Black Women’s Experience in the United States. For full description, see

Africana Studies 310.

312S Sex and Gender in Greece and Rome. For full description, see Classical

Studies 312.

[313S] Seminar: Twentieth-Century Sexuality: Literature and Film.

Examination of the emergence, normalization and regulation of heterosexuality and

homosexuality as categories of identity through the literature and film of the 20th

ce n t u r y. L i t e r a t u re will include literary “ c l a s s i c s ,” pulp fiction, p i c a resque nove l s , f e m i n i st

fiction and postmodern narratives. Feminist as well as closeted and homophobic films

will be included. Prerequisite, one course in women’s studies or consent of instructor.

314S Feminist Perspectives of Class in the United States. An interdisciplinary

seminar that examines class and class struggle as it is associated with ethnicity, nation,

race, gender and sexuality in the United States. Uses representations of class and class

struggle in history and in contemporary literary, cinematic, social change movement

and academic texts. P re r e q u i s i t e, one course in wo m e n ’s studies or consent of instru c t o r.

Adair.

316S Globalization and Gender. For full description, see Economics 316.

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317F Seminar: Women Writing Against the Grain. A comparative investigation

of U.S. women writing their own stories through the genre of autobiography in the

19th and 20th centuries. Attention to theoretical and practical questions of ideology,

g e n r e, l a n g u a g e , audience and re c e p t i o n . Pa r ticular focus on wo m e n ’s self-re p re s e n t a t i o n

as hegemonic transgression at the intersections of race, class, gender, sexuality, nation-

ality and ableism. Prerequisite, a course in women’s studies and some course-work in

comparative literature or literary theory, or consent of instructor.Adair.

[324S] Seminar: Feminism and Rhetoric. Investigation of feminist rhetoric,

rhetorical theory and epistemology.Topics include: suffrage, reproductive rights, the

ERA, race, welfare, pornography, war and peace, lesbian/gay rights and education.

Primary documents will be analyzed using related critiques and historical context as

well as classical, modern and feminist rhetorical theory.Assignments will include

written analysis and argument, interactive theater and oral presentation. Prerequisite,

one course in women’s studies or consent of instructor.

[327S] Seminar on Women and Aging. Focuses on women’s experiences of

aging across the lifespan with attention to midlife and beyond. Examines images of

aging women in literature and the media; ageism and the impact of race, class and

sexual identity on agi n g ; a g ing wo m e n ’s experiences of the body, re p ro d u c t i o n , h e a l t h ,

economic issues, and social and familial relationships. Considers how changing age

distributions in the United States will influence intergenerational relationships and

social policy. Prerequisite, one course in women’s studies or consent of instructor.

(Next offered 2005-2006.)

[341S] Women, Gender and Power in Ancient Egypt and Greece. For full

description, see Classical Studies 341.

[342S] Women, Gender and Power in Ancient Rome and Byzantium. For

full description, see Classical Studies 342.

344F Studies in Women’s History. For full description, see History 344.

[345] The Female Autograph: Women’s Writing in the Hispanic World. For

full description, see Spanish 345.

[379] Latino/a Experiences in the United States. For full description, see

Spanish 379.

38 5 F Seminar on T h e o r y and Politics of Education. The role of the educational

system in the construction and re p r oduction of gender, class and racial inequality.To p i c s

include the control and governance of schools, the construction of educational goals

and curricula, classroom practice and social structure, ideology and the cultural t r a n s-

mission of know l e d g e , multiculturalism ve rsus anti-racist education, feminist pedagog y

and the formation of communities of resistance in the academy. P r e re q u i s i t e , one cours e

in women’s studies or consent of instructor. Adair.

387S Seminar: Arab and Arab-American Feminism. Feminist examination of

film, art, memoir, literature and essays on Arab and Arab-American women. Central

to this course will be Arab identity in relation to citizenship and homeland, Arab

women in popular culture, Arab feminists’ resistance and engagement of dominant

notions of Arab identity, and pre and post 9/11 experience of Arab American femi-

nists. Prerequisite, one course in women’s studies or consent of instructor. DeMuth.

4 0 1 F S e m i n a r : T h e o r ies of Sexuality. Analysis of contemporary theories of sexual

development, identity and practice through a feminist/critical theory lens.Topics

include theories of gender and sexuality, constructions and practices of masculinity

and femininity, historical, geographical and cultural constructions of heterosexuality

and homosexuality, lesbian/gay/bi/trans sexuality and gender identity, sexual objectifi-

cation and commodification, reproduction, sexual politics, sexual/social violence and

resistance and sexuality as mitigated by codes of race, c l a s s , gender and age. P r e re q u i s i t e ,

two courses in women’s studies or consent of instructor. DeMuth.

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4 0 2 S Seminar on Global Fe m i n i s m s : Asian and A s i a n - A m e r ican Fe m i n i s m s .

Comprehensive examination of Asian-American feminism, focusing on comparisons

with Asian feminisms and the global rise of women’s movements for economic and

social justice. Attention to the role of socio-cultural constructions of femininity and

masculinity; issues of violence against women and children; poverty; economic, sexual

and civil rights; immigration and citizenship; global migration; and the construction

of identity by dismantling national and transnational relations of exploitative power

regimes. Prerequisite, one course in women’s studies or consent of instructor. Rajan.

[405S] Seminar: Black Feminist Thought. Interdisciplinary examination of the

tradition of black feminist thought as it spans A f r ican and A f r i c a n - A m e r ican heri t a g e s .

Exploration of how black women are not simply victims of oppression but visionary

agents of change. Areas examined include history, literature, music, art, education,

s o c i o l ogy and film. P r e re q u i s i t e , one course in wo m e n ’s studies or consent of instru c t o r.

550F,S Senior Program. A project or thesis on a topic in women’s studies. Limited

to senior concentrators and interdisciplinary concentrators with a focus on women’s

studies.The Program.

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Scholarships, Fellowships and Prizes

General Scholarships

General scholarships are awa rded on the basis of financial need. Listed below are some

of the general scholarships supported by income from endowed funds.

The Archibald G. and Margery Alexander Scholarship was established by Douglas

Alexander, Class of 1958, in memory of his parents.

The Benjamin D. Allen Scholarship was established in memory of Benjamin D. Allen,

Class of 1950, by his family and friends.

The George Mitchell Avery Scholarship was established by the will of Harriet Avery, in

memory of her son, George Mitchell Avery, Class of 1943.

The Franklin M. Baldwin Scholarship was established by relatives and friends in memory

of Franklin M. Baldwin, Class of 1916.

The Harry and Emma Baldwin Scholarship was established by Donald Baldwin, Class of

1951, in honor of his parents.

The Gordon J. Barnett Memorial Scholarship was established in memory of Gordon J.

Barnett, Class of 1920.

The H. Roswell Bates Scholarship was established by Lt. Col.William A. Aiken, in

memory of his friend and classmate, H. Roswell Bates, Class of 1895.

The Harry Edwin Battin, Jr. Scholarship was established by Mrs. Phyllis B. Battin in

memory of her husband.

The Edwin Baylies Scholarship was established by George E. Dunham, in memory of

Edwin Baylies.

The Bement Scholarship was established by Albert C. Phillips, Class of 1865.

The Clinton C. Bennett Memorial Scholarship was established by Clinton C. Bennett, Jr.,

and Geoffrey C. B e n n e t t , Class of 1953, in memory of their fa t h e r, Clinton C. B e n n e t t ,

Class of 1922.

The Sidney B. Bennett Memorial Scholarship was established on the occasion of its

25th Reunion by the Class of 1967 in memory of Sidney Bennett, Class of 1928,

who served as secretary of admission at the College from 1941 to 1971.

The Harold C. Bohn Scholarship was established by Harold C. Bohn, Class of 1926.

The Theodore W. B o s s e r t , J r. S c holarship was established through a bequest from T h e o d o r e W.

Bossert, Jr., Class of 1962.

The William J. Bowe Scholarship was established in honor of Dr.William J. B o we,

Class of 1937.

The Bradley Fa m i ly Scholarship was established by Donald D. B r a d l e y, Class of 1928,

and his wife, Helen S. B r a d l ey.

The Robert Gustav Bra u n l i c h III Memorial Scholarship was established by William E.

B r a u n l i c h , Class of 1957, in memory of his brother Robert , a member of the Class

of 1955.

The Wilmer E. and Esther Bresee Scholarship was established by Wilmer E. B r e s e e,

Class of 1931, and his wife.

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The Louis N. Brockway Memorial Scholarship was established in memory of Louis N.

Brockway, Class of 1917, a distinguished business executive who served on the board

of trustees from 1951 until his death in 1979.

The Harlow Bundy Scholarship was established by Margaret Bundy Scott and John

McC. Scott in memory of Mrs. Scott’s father, Harlow Bundy, Class of 1877.

The Dr. Oliver T. Bundy Scholarship was established by The Honorable Charles S.

Bundy, Class of 1854, in memory of his father.

The Gilman S. Burke Scholarship was established by Gilman S. Burke, Class of 1954 and

a former trustee of the College.

The John C. and Richard J. Butler Scholarship was established byViola M. Butler in

memory of her sons.

The William F. Canough Scholarship was established through a bequest from William F.

Canough.

The Carnegie Scholarships we re established by A n d r ew Carn e gie in honor of Elihu Root.

The Carter Scholarship was established through a bequest from Laura Carter.

The William Philo Clark Scholarship was established in memory of William Philo Clark,

Class of 1937.

The Class of 1867 Scholarship was established by Edwin Baldwin and C.C. Rice, both

from the Class of 1867, and A.W. Hubbell.

The Class of 1899 Scholarship was established by the Class of 1899.

The Class of 1909 Scholarship was established by numerous donors.

The Class of 1938 Scholarship was established by members of the Class of 1938 on the

occasion of their 50th Reunion.

The Class of 1939 Scholarship was established by members of the Class of 1939 on the

occasion of their 50th Reunion.

The Class of 1941 Scholarship was established by members of the Class of 1941 in

memory of their deceased classmates.

The Class of 1942 Scholarship was established on the occasion of their 50th Reunion

by members of the Class of 1942 in memory of deceased classmates.

The Class of 1943 Scholarship was established by the members of the Class of 1943 on

the occasion of their 50th Reunion.

The Class of 1948 Scholarship was established by members of the Class of 1948 on the

occasion of their 40th Reunion.

The John L. Coe Scholarship was established by John L. Coe, Class of 1923.

The Couper Fa m i l y Sch o l a r s h i p was established by Esther Wa t rous Couper and augmented

by her son Richard Wa t rous Couper, Class of 1944, and his wife Pa t r icia Pogue Couper.

The Dr.Walter F. Cronin Scholarship was established by Mrs. Cronin in memory of her

husband,Walter F. Cronin, Class of 1938.

The Melville Emory Dayton Scholarship was established by Mrs. M. Dayton, in memory

of her beloved husband, Class of 1864.

The Harry Dent Scholarship was established by the Harry Dent Family Foundation.

The Kenneth A. Digney Scholarship was established by Philip I. Bowman in memory of

Kenneth A. Digney.

The George and Aurelia M. Dise Fund was established through a bequest from

Raymond R. Dise ’17, in memory of his parents.

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The William E. Dodge Scholarship was established by William E. Dodge, Jr.

The Willard B. Eddy, Sr. Scholarship was established by family and friends, in memory of

Willard B. Eddy, Sr., Class of 1914.

The Dorothy H. Elkins Estate Scholarship was established through a bequest from

Dorothy H. Elkins, widow of George W. Elkins, Class of 1931.

The Fred L. Emerson Foundation Scholarship was established in 1986 by the Foundation,

located in Auburn, New York.

The Ethel Kelsey Evans Scholarship was established by Anthony H. Evans, Class of 1882,

in memory of his wife.

The Howard P. Ferguson Scholarship was established by Mary J. Matthewson.

The Leonard C. Ferguson Memorial Scholarship was established by Mrs . L e o n a r d Fe r g u s o n

in memory of her husband, a member of the Class of 1919.

The Robert G. Fisher Memorial Scholarship was established in memory of Robert G.

Fisher, Class of 1928, by his family and friends.

The Roswell P. Flower Scholarship was established by The Honorable R.P. Flower.

The Alexander Folsom Scholarship was established by Dr. Darling and Alexander Fo l s o m .

The Carlyle Fraser Scholarship was established by Jane Fraser in memory of her uncle,

Carlyle Fraser, Class of 1917.

The George M. Frees Scholarship was established by George M. Frees, Class of 1941.

The Getman Family Scholarship was established to honor William D. Getman, Class of

1938, who was killed in action during WWII, his father, Albert A. Getman ’11, and

three generations of the Getman family at Hamilton.

The Charles D. Gilfillan Scholarship was established by C. D. Gilfillan.

The Helen B. and Harry L. Godshall Memorial Scholarship was established by Harry L.

Godshall, Jr., Class of 1939, in memory of his parents.

The Wilma E. and Edward Brewster Gould Scholarship was established in memory of

Edward B. Gould, Class 1913, and his wife.

The Edgar B. Graves Scholarship was established by friends and former students in

memory of Professor Edgar B.“Digger” Graves, who taught history at Hamilton from

1927 to 1969.

The Eleanor F. Green Scholarship was established by John G. G r e e n , a newspaper publ i s h e r,

in honor of his wife.

The John G. Green Scholarship was established by John G. Green, a newspaper publisher

who received an honorary degree from Hamilton in 1958.

The Amos Delos Gridley Scholarship was established through a bequest from Amos

Delos Gridley.

The Fay and Chester Hamilton Scholarship was established by Chester Hamilton, Class

of 1944 and a former trustee of the College.

The David Douglas Hays Memorial Scholarship was established in memory of D. Douglas

Hays, Class of 1925, by his wife, Helen I. Hays, and their children and friends.

The C. F. H e m e n w ay and Frank Barbour Memorial Scholarship was established by Mrs . L e a h

Barbour in memory of her husband, Frank Barbour, and of Charles F. Hemenway,

Class of 1910.

The Major Andrew Hill Scholarship was established in memory of the donor’s ancestor, a

member of the Continental Army from 1775 to 1783.

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The Robert G. Howard Scholarship was established by Robert G. Howard, Class of 1946

and a trustee of the College.

The Theodore S. Hubbard Scholarship was established by Theodore S. Hubbard.

The Peter C. Huber Scholarship was established by Peter C. Huber, a member of the

Class of 1952 and a late trustee of the College.

The Stephanie Singleton and Lester C. Huested Scholarship was established by Stephanie

Singleton Huested, wife of Lester C. H u e s t e d , Class of 1929, in honor of Dr. H u e s t e d ,

as well as Mrs. Huested’s first husband, Harry H. Singleton.

The James Scholarship was established by D.Willis James.

The Samuel H. Jardin Scholarship was established by Samuel H. Jardin.

The Frode Jensen Scholarship was established by Camille Jensen in memory of her

husband, Frode Jensen, a member of the Class of 1933, who came to this country

as a boy from Denmark, worked his way through Hamilton and went on to a distin-

guished career as a physician in New York City.

The Thomas McNaughton Johnston Memorial Scholarship was established by the Class of

1952 on the occasion of its 40th Reunion in memory of Professor Johnston, who

taught English at Hamilton from 1934 to 1972.

The David Clyde Jones Scholarship was established by Mrs. Hazel J. Deer in memory of

her first husband, a member of the Class of 1910.

The Henry W. King Scholarship was established through a bequest from Aurelia B. King,

in memory of her husband.

The Mary and William Klingensmith Scholarship was established by Dr. and Mrs . Wi l l i a m

Klingensmith, friends of the College.

The Knox Scholarship was established by John J. Knox.

The Robert William Kremer Memorial Scholarship was established by Mr. and Mrs. Paul

W. Kremer, Class of 1959. It was established in memory of Mr. Kremer’s brother.

The Raphael Lemkin Scholarship was established by an alumnus in memory of Raphael

L e m k i n , a distinguished European academician, s u r v i vor of the Holocaust and inspire r

of the United Nations Convention on Genocide.

The Herschel P. and Florence M. Lewis Scholarship was established in their memory by

Dr. H. Paul Lewis, Class of 1956.

The George Link, Jr. Scholarship was established in his memory by the George Link, Jr.

Foundation.

The James Monroe Lown Scholarship was established by Grace Merrill Magee in memory

of her first husband, James M. Lown, Class of 1904.

The MacCartee Scholarship was established by Julia J. MacCartee, in memory of

Dr. Henry Darling.

The Marquand Scholarship was established through a bequest from the Marquand Estate.

The John F. Marshall Scholarship was established by John F. M a r s h a l l , Class of 1944.

The Charles G. Matteson Memorial Scholarship was established by Charles G. Matteson.

The Reuben Leslie Maynard Scholarship was established through a bequest from Reuben

Leslie Maynard.

The George D. Miller Scholarship was established through a bequest from George D.

Miller, Class of 1889.

The Hasbrouck Bailey Miller ’44 Scholarship was established by Elizabeth W. Miller in

memory of her husband, Hasbrouck Bailey Miller, Class of 1944.

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The Christopher Miner Scholarship was established by the Honorable Robert D. Miner,

Class of 1934, in memory of his son, Christopher, Class of 1964.

The Arthur J. Mix Memorial Scholarship was established by the will of Katherine L. Mix

in memory of her husband, Arthur J. Mix, Class of 1910.

The Harmon L. Morton Scholarship was established by Priscilla E. Morton in memory

of her husband, Harmon L. Morton, Class of 1920.

The Daniel R. M u rd o c k Scholarship was established by Daniel R. M u r d o c k , Class of 1959.

The Erskine Reed Myer Scholarship was established through a bequest from Elizabeth

Rendle Myer.

The Jessie Smith Noyes Foundation Scholarship was established by the Jessie Smith Noyes

Foundation in memory of Alfred H. Smith, Class of 1932.

The Josephine H. and George E. Ogilvie Scholarship was established by the will of

Josephine H. Ogilvie, widow of George E. Ogilvie, Class of 1941.

The James Oneil Scholarship was established by James Oneil, a friend of the College.

The Parsons Brothers Scholarship was established by Miss Katherine Pa rs o n s , M r s . C h a r l e s

Burlingame and Mrs . James Cowie in memory of their fa t h e r,William Lorenzo Pa rs o n s ,

Class of 1878, and his three brothers.

The Ruth and Darwin Pick a r d Scholarship was established through a bequest from Darwin

R. Pickard, Class of 1927.

The Pigott Family Scholarship was established by Mr. and Mrs. James C. Pigott and their

son, Paul Pigott, Class of 1983.

The John Michael Provenzano ’53 Scholarship was established by Laura Prove n z a n o, i n

honor of her bro t h e r, Class of 1953.

The Robert Scott Ramsay, Jr. Scholarship was established by Mr. and Mrs. Robert S.

Ramsay in honor of their son Robert, Class of 1959.

The Roderick McKay Ramsay Scholarship was established by Mr. and Mrs. Robert S.

Ramsay in honor of their son Roderick, Class of 1961.

The Ethel M. and Harold Harper Reed Memorial Scholarship was established through a

bequest from Mrs. Reed, wife of Harold H. Reed, Class of 1919.

The Oren Root Scholarship was established by Oren Root, J r. , Class of 1894, in memory

of his father, Oren Root, Class of 1856.

The Sacerdote Family Scholarship was established by Mr. and Mrs. Peter M. Sacerdote,

parents of Alexander C. Sacerdote, Class of 1994.

The Alan P. Savory Memorial Scholarship was established by Mr. and Mrs. George L.

Savory in memory of their son, Alan Savory, Class of 1955.

The Clara E. Silliman and Laura M. Silliman Scholarships were established by H. B.

Silliman, in honor of his sisters.

The Jack Silverman Scholarship was established by Howard J. Schneider, M.D., Class of

1960 and a trustee of the College, and his wife Sandra, in honor of her father, Jack

Silverman.

The Andrew and Ora Siuda Scholarship was established by Chester A. Siuda, Class of

1970, and his wife, Joy, in honor of Mr. Siuda’s parents.

The James P. Soper Scholarship was established by James P. Soper, father of James P.

Soper, Jr., Class of 1911.

The Kate Hill Soria Scholarship was established through a bequest from Kate Hill Soria,

wife of Henry J. Soria, a textile executive.

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The Edgar Eginton Stewart, Jr. Memorial Scholarship was established by Edgar Stewart,

MD, in memory of his son.

The Ethel Brownell Stube Scholarship was established through a bequest from Charles F. S t u b e.

The Wilbur S. and Claire A.Tarbell Scholarship was established by Claire A.Tarbell in

memory of her husband.

The Alexander Thompson Scholarship was established by Luranah Thompson in memory

of her husband, the Rev. Alexander Thompson, Class of 1906.

The Charles Lafayette and Clare D.Todd Scholarship was established by Clare D. and

Charles Lafayette Todd. Mr.Todd, a member of the Class of 1933, taught public

speaking at Hamilton from 1959 to 1977, holding the title of Upson Professor of

Rhetoric and Oratory during most of that time.

The Elbert J.Townsend Memorial Scholarship was established in memory of Elbert J.

Townsend, Class of 1913.

The Marian Phelps Tyler Scholarship was established by M. Phelps Tyler, mother of K.

Scott Douglass, Class of 1974.

The J. P. Underwood Scholarship was established by J. Platt Underwood, in honor of his

grandfather, Class of 1838; his great uncle, Class of 1843; and his father, Class of 1870.

The William and Irma Van Deventer Memorial Scholarship was established by John F.Van

Deventer, Class of 1932, in memory of his parents.

The Miles Hodsdon Vernon Foundation Scholarship, established by the Miles Hodsdon

Vernon Foundation, is made available to the College annually.

The William D.Walcott Scholarship was established through a bequest from William D.

Walcott.

The Henry Wales Scholarship was established by Wales Buel, in memory of his uncle,

Class of 1820.

The Edwa rd C.Walker III Scholarship was established by Edwa r d C.Wa l ke r , Class of 1912.

The Milton J.Walters Scholarship was established by Milton J.Walters, Class of 1964 and

a former trustee of the College.

The John Henry Wells Scholarship was established by John B.Wells, in memory of his

son who died in 1865.

The Knut O.Westlye Memorial Scholarship was established by alumni and friends in

memory of Knut O.Westlye, Class of 1946.

The Peter C.Wicks Memorial Scholarship was established by members of the Class of

1975 in memory of their classmate, Peter C.Wicks.

The Willard Memorial Scholarship was established by John K.Willard, Class of 1923, in

memory of his father, C. Fay Willard, Class of 1892.

The Leroy Williams Scholarship was established through a bequest from Leroy Williams,

Class of 1889.

The Merritt N.Willson Memorial Scholarship was established in memory of Merritt N.

Willson by his daughters, S. Mabel Willson and Mrs. George A. Small, and by his

grandson, Robert N. Small, Class of 1943.

The Linda Collens Wilson Scholarship was established by Robert Letchworth Wilson,

Class of 1931, in memory of his wife.

The Jansen Woods Scholarship was established through a bequest from William Jansen Wo o d s .

The Alexander Woollcott Memorial Scholarship was established from the proceeds of a

concert held in NewYork City’s Town Hall on March 5, 1973.

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Special Scholarships

With few exceptions, special scholarships are awarded on the basis of financial need.

In addition, the recipients of special scholarships must be part of a particular group

of persons, such as members of the junior class, descendants of an individual, or from

a particular geographic area.

Scholarships for Students from Specific Geographic Areas

Arizona

The Raymond R. Dise Scholarship, established by Harry F. Dise in memory of

Raymond R. Dise, Class of 1917, is awarded to graduates of Little Falls (NewYork)

Central High School and Prescott (Arizona) High School.

California

The William Deloss Love, Jr. Class of 1945 Scholarship, established in honor of his class-

mates by William D. Love, Class of 1945, is awarded with preference given to students

from the state of California or the descendants of members of the Class of 1945.

The Stephen W. Royce Scholarship was established by Mr. Royce, Class of 1914.

Preference is given to students from Liberty, New York, and Pasadena, California.

Central Plains

The Ann and Russell McLean Scholarship was established in memory of Ann and C.

Russell McLean, Class of 1943.The scholarship is awarded annually to entering

Hamilton students demonstrating financial need and leadership capabilities, with first

preference given to students from Minnesota.

Illinois

The Illinois Scholarship Foundation Fund was established by the Scholarship Fund

Foundation of Chicago.The fund supports scholarships for students with need.

Preference is given to students from Illinois, with first preference given to students

from the greater Chicago area.

Mid-Atlantic and New England States

The Linda D. and Albert M. Hartig Scholarship, established by Albert M. Hartig, Class of

1 9 4 2 , and his wife, is awa r ded to a student from the Mid-Atlantic or New England states.

Middle Western States

The Pattie and Taylor Abernathy Scholarship was established by the will of Taylor S.

Abernathy, Class of 1914. Preference is given to students from the Middle West.

Minnesota

The Ann and Russell McLean Scholarship was established in memory of Ann and C.

Russell McLean, Class of 1943.The scholarship is awarded annually to entering

Hamilton students demonstrating financial need and leadership capabilities, with first

preference given to students from Minnesota.

New Jersey

The Gilbert Leslie Van Vleet Scholarship was established by Gilbert L.Van Vleet, Class of

1926. Preference is given to students from New Jersey, then to students from North

Carolina, California and Illinois.

New York

The Adirondack Area Scholarship is offered to students attending schools in Clinton,

Essex, Franklin, Hamilton, Saratoga,Warren and Washington counties. Income from

an endowment grant made to the College by Milton G.T i b b i t t s , Class of 1904, p r ov i d e s

the funds.

The Alumni Association of Metropolitan New York Scholarship is offered to students who

have attended schools in the New York City area.

The Arkell Hall Foundation Scholarship was established by the Arkell Hall Foundation.

Preference is given to students from Canajoharie and the surrounding area.

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The Charlotte Foster Babcock Memorial Scholarship was established by Edwa r d S. B a b c o c k ,

Class of 1896, in memory of his mother. Preference is given first to relatives of the

donor; second to graduates of the public high schools in Boonville, Camden, Utica

and West Winfield, NewYork; and finally to members of the Emerson Literary

Society who have financial need.

The Bacot, Gunn, Kempf Family Scholarship was established by J. Carter Bacot, Class of

1955 and chair emeritus of the Hamilton College Board of Trustees.The Bank of

New York also made a generous gift to the fund in honor of Mr. Bacot, who served

for many years as chairman and chief executive officer of the Bank of NewYork.The

scholarship is awarded to students from South Carolina, Oklahoma,Texas, and Essex

County, New York.

The Charles T. Beeching, Jr. Scholarship was established by the law firm of Bond,

Schoeneck and King, L.L.P., to honor the memory of Charles T. Beeching, Jr., Class

of 1952, who had a distinguished career with that firm from 1962 until 1998.The

scholarship is awarded to students demonstrating financial need, with preference given

to students from Central New York.

The John H. Behr Scholarship, established through a gift of Mr. Behr, Class of 1934, is

awarded for up to four years, with preference given to students matriculating from

the ABC program sponsored by the Clinton community.

The Robert S. Bloomer Scholarship was established by Robert S. Bloomer, Jr., Class of

1950, and his mother, Mrs. Robert S. Bloomer, Sr. It is awarded to students demon-

strating financial need, with preference given to students from Newark High School

in Newark, NewYork.

The William E. and Beatrice V. Bruyn Scholarship is awa r ded with pre f e rence given first to

students from Ulster County, and then to students from other areas in New York State.

The Daniel Burke Scholarship is awarded with preference given first to a student from

the public high school in Oxford, New York; second to a resident of Chenango

County; and third to a resident of New York State.

The Christine C. Carey Memorial Scholarship was established by James J. Carey, Class of

1971, in memory of his wife, a long-time friend of the College. It is awarded with

first preference given to students from Lansingburgh High School in Troy, New York.

Second preference will be given to students from the surrounding New York counties

of Rensselaer, Schenectady and Albany.

The Earle M. Clark Scholarship, established in memory of Mr. Clark, a member of the

Class of 1907, is awarded to an outstanding student from NewYork State with an

interest in public speaking, with preference given to a graduate of a public high

school and a resident of Broome County. It is renewable each year, provided need

continues to be demonstrated.

Community College Scholarships are awarded to students transferring or graduating from

the community colleges in New York State. Only one scholarship per community

college will be awarded. Applicants compete on the basis of academic achievement,

and the exact amount of each grant will be determined by financial need.

The CORKS Scholarship, established by the Confrerie of Retired Kindred Spirits, an

informal organization of retired Syracuse, New York, area businessmen, is awarded

with preference given to students from the greater Syracuse area.

The Dewar Foundation Scholarship, established in 1990 by the Dewar Foundation, is

awarded to students from Oneonta (New York) High School.

The Raymond R. Dise Sch o l a r s h i p,e s t a blished by Harry F. Dise in memory of Ray m o n d

R. Dise, Class of 1917, is awarded to graduates of Little Falls (NewYork) Central

High School and Prescott (Arizona) High School.

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The George E. Dunham Scholarship, established by George E. Dunham, Class of 1879,

is awarded to graduates of the Utica Senior Academy (now Proctor High School),

Utica, New York.

The Lieutenant Willard B. Eddy, Jr. Memorial Scholarship, established by Mr. and Mrs.

Willard B. Eddy in memory of their son, is awarded in certain years on a competitive

basis to entering students who attended secondary school in Livingston, Monroe,

Ontario, Orleans,Wayne and Yates counties, NewYork.The scholarship is awarded on

the basis of academic achievement and character.

The Charles Melville Fay Scholarship, established by Charles P.Wood in memory of his

w i f e ’s fa t h e r, a member of the Class of 1862, is awa r ded with pre f e rence given to

s t udents from Steuben County or from the western part of New York State.

The Elizabeth R. Fitch Scholarship is awarded with preference given to graduates of the

Westmoreland (New York) High School.

The Geneva Presbytery Scholarship is awarded with preference given to a student

designated by the Geneva (NewYork) Presbytery.

The John Dayton Hamilton Scholarship, established by the Gebbie Foundation in honor

of John D. Hamilton, Class of 1922, is awarded with preference given to students

from Chautauqua County, New York.

The Henry W. H a rding Memorial Sch o l a r s h i p,e s t a blished by family and friends in memory

of Henry Harding, Class of 1934, is awarded to a graduate of a public high school in

Oneida County, New York.

The David Shove Hastings Scholarship, established by Mr. and Mrs. J. Murray Hastings

in memory of their son, a member of the Class of 1944, is awarded in certain years

on a competitive basis to entering students who attended secondary school in Cay u g a ,

Cortland, Oswego and Seneca counties, New York.

The Charles Anthony Hawley Scholarship was established under the will of Anna H.

Story in memory of Mr. Hawley, Class of 1859. It is awarded with preference given

to graduates of schools of Seneca Falls, NewYork.

The William Randolph Hearst Scholarship, established by The Hearst Foundation, is

awarded to economically disadvantaged students, with preference given to students

from New York State.

The Anthony and Lilas Hoogkamp Scholarship, established by Gregory T. Hoogkamp,

Class of 1982, in honor of his parents is awarded with preference given first to the

son or daughter of a New York State police officer.

The Maurice S. Ireland Memorial Scholarship, established under the will of Maurice S.

Ireland, Class of 1926, is awarded with preference given to students from Norwich,

New York.

The Honorable Irving M. Ives Scholarship was established by the Norwich Pharmacal

Company in honor of Senator Ives, Class of 1919. It is awarded in certain years with

p r e f e rence given first to the son or daughter of an employee of the company, a n d

s e cond to a resident of Chenango County, NewYork.

The C. Christine Johnson HEOP/Scholars Fund, established in 2001 by C. Christine

Johnson as well as by alumni, students and friends of Hamilton’s Higher Education

Opportunity/Scholars Program, upon the occasion of Christine’s 30th anniversary

with the program. Provides scholarship support to HEOP/Scholars Program students.

The Marcus Judson Scholarship may be awarded to a student nominated by the First

Presbyterian Church of Watertown, NewYork.

The Augusta M. Loevenguth Memorial Scholarship is awarded with preference given first

to a relative of the family, and second to a student from Camden in Oneida County,

New York.

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The Edward C. and Elizabeth S. Martin Memorial Scholarship, established by the will of

Elizabeth Martin, widow of Edward Martin, Class of 1927, is awarded to deserving

students from Oneida County, N e w Yo r k , who have demonstrated outstanding academic

achievement and athletic ability.

The Ralph A. and Altina G. Mead Scholarship, established by members of the family of

Ralph A. and Altina G. Mead, is awarded to qualified and deserving students, with

preference given to those from the Capital District of New York State.

The Carl B. and Cordelia S. Menges Scholarship, established by Carl B. Menges, Class of

1951 and a trustee of the College, and his wife, is awarded to first-year students who

have demonstrated leadership, strong academic performance and future promise. It is

re s t r icted to students from Suffolk County, with pre f e rence given to those from the East

H a m p t o n , N e w Yo r k , a re a , and is re n ewa b le for the sophomore, junior and senior ye a r s .

The John R. Munro Scholarship, established by John R. Munro, Class of 1987, and

members of his family, is awarded on the basis of need, with preference given to

entering students from Jefferson County, New York, who exhibit a combination of

academic, athletic and extracurricular promise.

The New York City Special Scholarship, established in 1990 by a challenge grant and by

matching gifts from alumni and friends of the College, is awa r d e d to students from the

five boroughs of New York City.

The Howard W. Pearce Scholarship, established by Mrs. Howard Pearce and Frederick W.

Pearce, Class of 1984, in memory of his father, is awarded to students from western

New York State.

The Olive S. Quackenbush Scholarship was established through the bequest of Olive S.

Quackenbush, a friend of the College.The scholarship is awarded to students from

the greater Utica, New York, area who demonstrate financial need.

The Regan Family Scholarship, established in 2002 by R. Christopher ’77 and his wife,

Leslie Conway ’79 Regan, and his brother, Peter M. ’75 and his wife,Aviva

Schneider, Kirkland ’76, is awarded to students demonstrating financial need, with

preference given to students from Upstate New York.

The Owen A. Roberts Scholarship was established in memory of Owen A. Roberts,

Class of 1925, by his former student, Milton P. Kayle, Class of 1943. Mr. Roberts

taught for many years at Utica Free Academy, and preference is given to graduates

of that school or its successor institution.

The Romano Entrepreneurs Fund, established in 1999 by Utica businessman F. Eugene

Romano, Class of 1949, in honor of his 50th reunion, provides scholarship support to

Hamilton students from the Greater Utica/Mohawk Valley area who are interested in

becoming entrepreneurs and in living and working in the Utica area after graduation.

The Stephen W. R o yce Sch o l a r s h i p was established by Mr. R oy c e , Class of 1914. P r e f e r e n c e

is given to students from Liberty, New York, and Pasadena, California.

The Andrew C. Scala Scholarship, established by Robert A. Scala, Class of 1953, in

memory of his father, is awarded with preference given to a deserving student of

Italian descent from upstate NewYork.

The Hans H. Schambach Scholarships, established by Hans H. Schambach, Class of 1943

and a life trustee of the College, are awarded to first-year students of outstanding

personal and academic promise who are likely to make a significant contribution to

the College and to benefit substantially from their undergraduate experi e n c e . P r e f e r e n c e

is given to applicants from the Clinton, New York, area.

The Arthur W. Soper Scholarship, established originally by A.C. Soper, Class of 1894, is

awa rded with pre f e r ence given first to graduates of Rome (New York) Free A c a d e m y ;

second to students from the City of Rome or Oneida County; and finally to students

from central New York.

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The Southern Tier Scholarship is awarded to a student from the Binghamton or Elmira

areas of New York who qualifies for financial aid. If there is no such eligible student,

it may be used for any student who qualifies for financial aid.

The Grace Ione Spencer Memorial Scholarship, established by friends of this longtime

teacher of Latin at Utica Free Academy, is granted to an undergraduate from the

M o h awk Va l l e y area of New Yo r k . P r e f e rence is given to a student who is concentrating

in a discipline within the humanities.

The Sylvester Willard Scholarship is awarded to a student residing in Auburn, NewYork.

The Dale P. Williams ’49 Family Scholarship, was established by Dale P.Williams, Class

of 1949, and his wife, M a r y Lou, along with their childre n , Mitchell R.Wi l l i a m s , C l a s s

of 1978, and Suzanne Williams Vary, Class of 1982, and other family members and

friends. Preference is given to students from Oneida, Herkimer and Lewis counties,

New York.

The Jack and Lynda A.Withiam Scholarship, established by Jack Withiam, Jr., Class of

1971, and his wife, is awarded with preference given to graduates of Horseheads

(NewYork) High School.

The Women’s Christian Association of Utica Scholarship, established by the Association,

p rovides awa r ds to female students. P re f e rence is given to re s i dents of Oneida

County, New York.

North Carolina

The Doris Hudson Hart Memorial Scholarship, established by Warren E. Hart, Class of

1977, in memory of his wife, is awarded to students from the state of North Carolina.

Ohio

The Paul Larnard King Scholarship, established by the will of Paul L. King, Class of

1915, is awarded with preference given first to residents of Trumbull County, Ohio;

second to those of neighboring counties; and third to those of the state of Ohio.

The Tunnicliffe Scholarships are available first to students from northwestern Ohio, and

second to any student who qualifies for financial aid.

Oklahoma

The Bacot, Gunn, Kempf Family Scholarship was established by J. Carter Bacot, Class of

1955 and chair emeritus of the Hamilton College Board of Trustees.The Bank of

New York also made a generous gift to the fund in honor of Mr. Bacot, who served

for many years as chairman and chief executive officer of the Bank of NewYork.The

scholarship is awarded to students from South Carolina, Oklahoma,Texas, and Essex

County, New York.

South Carolina

The Bacot, Gunn, Kempf Family Scholarship was established by J. Carter Bacot, Class of

1955 and chair emeritus of the Hamilton College Board of Trustees.The Bank of

New York also made a generous gift to the fund in honor of Mr. Bacot, who served

for many years as chairman and chief executive officer of the Bank of NewYork.The

scholarship is awarded to students from South Carolina, Oklahoma,Texas, and Essex

County, New York.

Texas

The Bacot, Gunn, Kempf Family Scholarship was established by J. Carter Bacot, Class

of 1955 and chair emeritus of the Hamilton College Board of Trustees.The Bank of

New York also made a generous gift to the fund in honor of Mr. Bacot, who served

for many years as chairman and chief executive officer of the Bank of NewYork.

The scholarship is awarded to students from South Carolina, Oklahoma,Texas, and

Essex County, New York.

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The Elizabeth J. McCormack Scholarships were established by a grant from the Brown

Foundation in honor of Elizabeth J. M c C o r m a c k , a life trustee of the College.T h ey are

awa rded to students from Te x a s , with pre f e rence given to those from the Houston are a .

The Harry Roger and Fern Van Marter Parsons Scholarship was established by Jeffrey R.

Parsons, Class of 1969, in memory of his parents. Preference is given to students from

the state of Texas.

Western States

The Kenneth W.Watters Scholarship, established by Kenneth W.Watters, Class of 1928, is

awa rded with pre f e rence given to students from the we s t e r n part of the United States.

Wisconsin

The Robert B.Winkler Scholarship was established by Robert B.Winkler, Class of 1938,

and is awarded to students from the state of Wisconsin.

International

Vivian B.Allen Foundation Scholarships, established by the Vivian B.Allen Foundation,

are reserved for students from foreign countries.

The Russell T. Blackwood Scholarship was established by Jaime E.Yordán, a member of

the Class of 1971 and a trustee of the College, in honor of Russell T. Blackwood,

H a m i l t o n ’s John Stewa r t Kennedy Professor of Philosophy, E m e r i t u s . A complementary

fund to The A r nold L. Raphel Memorial Scholarship for female students from Pa k i s t a n ,

this scholarship is awarded with preference to male students from that country.

The Bernard F. Combemale Scholarship was established by Bernard F. Combemale,

Class of 1951 and a former trustee of the College, and is awarded to foreign students

enrolled at the College.

The Charlotte Perrins Comrie Scholarship, established through the Charlotte Comrie

Trust, is awarded with preference given to a female student from the British Isles.

The Howa rd F. C o m r ie Sch o l a r s h i p,e s t a bli shed by the will of Mr. C o m r i e, Class of 1922,

is awarded with preference given to a male student from the British Isles.

The Howa rd and Charlotte Comrie Sch o l a r s h i p,e s t a blished through the Charlotte Comri e

Trust, is awarded with preference given to a student of Greek nationality or origin

who is a graduate of Athens College in Greece.

The Arthur Hunter Scholarship provides that preference be given to any matriculant

from George Watson’s College in Edinburgh, Scotland.

The Arnold L. Raphel Memorial Scholarship was established in memory of Ambassador

A r nold L. R a p h e l , Class of 1964, by his family and fri e n d s . It is awa rded with pre f e r e n ce

given to female students from Pakistan.

The Charles Van Arsdale, Jr. Scholarship was established in memory of Charles Van

Arsdale, Jr., Class of 1972, by his family and friends. It is awarded to students from

c o u n t r ies other than the United States or Canada, but when there are no such

e l i g ible students, it may be awarded without reference to the country of origin.

Other Special Scholarships

The George I.Alden Scholarship, established in 1989 by a grant from the George I.

Alden Trust of Worcester, Massachusetts, is awarded to minority students.

The Alpha Delta Phi Fra t e r nity Scholarship was established by the Hamilton College

chapter of the Alpha Delta Phi fratern i t y. P re f e rence is given to students who are

m e m b e rs , or descendants of alumni who we r e members , of that fratern i t y.

The B. T. Babbitt Sch o l a r s h i p,e s t a b lished by the Lillia Babbitt Hyde Foundation in honor

of Lillia Babbitt Hyde’s fa t h e r , is awa rded to a student in the field of pre - m e d i c a l

e d ucation.

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The Edward S. Babcock Scholarship is awarded with preference given to members of the

Emerson Literary Society.

The Robert P. Bagg, Sr. ’12 Scholarship was established by Dr. Richard C. Bagg, Class of

1944, in memory of his father, Robert P. Bagg, Sr., member of the Class of 1912, and

a Trustee of the College.The scholarship is awarded with preference given to students

who display leadership, creativity, and determination in the classroom and in extra-

curricular activities.

The Bates Family Scholarship, established by Janet M. Bates in honor of her late hus-

band, George P. Bates, Class of 1936, and his brother, John H. Bates, Class of 1936,

who was killed in action during World War II, is awarded with preference given to

Hamilton students in their junior and senior years who plan to pursue a career in

medicine.

The James L. Bennett Scholarship is awarded to a sophomore who gives evidence of

outstanding moral character.

The Seymour Bernstein Scholarship was established by Richard Bernstein, Class of 1980,

in honor of his father, Seymour Bernstein.The scholarship is awarded with preference

given to minority students studying chemistry or science.

The Leet Wilson Bissell Scholarship in Science, e s t a b lished by Leet W. B i s s e l l , Class of 1914,

and his daughter, Nancy Bissell Tu r p i n , is awa r ded to an outstanding firs t - year student

who intends to concentrate in a discipline within the sciences.

The Wayland P. Blood Family Scholarship, established by the Blood family and their

friends in honor of Wayland P. Blood, Class of 1914, is awarded with preference given

to students with a broad range of interests both inside and outside the classroom.

The William C. Bolenius Scholarships, established through the bequest of William C.

Bolenius, Class of 1921, are awarded to entering students who have strong academic

records and have demonstrated their proficiency in oral and written communication

and their commitment to citizenship.The grants are renewable.

The Donald E. Burns Delta Kappa Epsilon Fraternity Scholarship was established by the

Hamilton College chapter of the Delta Kappa Epsilon fraternity and will be used

solely for students who are members, or descendants of alumni who were members,

of that fraternity.

The Gertrude F. Bristol Scholarship is awarded to a student who is not a resident of

New York State and who is likely to make a substantial contribution to the College’s

extracurricular activities.

The Mac Bristol Sch o l a r s h i p , e s t a blished in honor of William M. B r istol III, Class of 1943

and chairman of the board of trustees from 1977 to 1990, is awa rded to that sophomore

who is a strong student, an active participant in the classroom, a varsity athlete and

who possesses high ideals and demonstrates community leadership.

The William M. Bristol, Jr. Scholarships, established through the bequest of William M.

Bristol, Jr., Class of 1917, are awarded to entering students who have strong academic

records and have demonstrated their proficiency in oral and written communication

and their commitment to citizenship.The grants are renewable.

The Byne Scholarship was established by George A. Clark in memory of his sister,

Harriet Emily Clark Byne. It is reserved for a candidate for the Presbyterian ministry

to be designated by the pastor and the session of the First Presbyterian Church of

Utica, New York, or by the College.

The Florence and Harlan F. Calkins Scholarship was established by the family and friends

of Harlan F. Calkins, Class of 1929, and is awarded at the discretion of the Scholarship

Committee to a student of outstanding character and leadership.

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The Class of 1981 Roy Alexander Ellis Minority Scholarship was established on the

occasion of the 10th Reunion of the Class. Named after a member of the Class of

1924, one of the first black graduates of the College, it is awarded to an entering

minority student.

The Class of 1994 Scholarship was established by the Class of 1994 on the occasion

of its Commencement. It is awarded to a rising senior, to be used for the purpose of

reducing the indebtedness of the recipient.

The Earl C. Cline Scholarship, established by family members in memory of Earl C.

Cline, Class of 1956, is awarded to students who demonstrate high moral values.

The John L. Coe Scholarship, established by John L. Coe, Class of 1923, is awarded to

students who are doing superior work in mathematics.

The Robert E. Cook Scholarship Fund was established by Camberly G. Cook, Class of

1991, and Duncan S. Routh, Class of 1990, in honor of Ms. Cook’s father.This

scholarship provides support to students demonstrating financial need. Preference

is given to first-generation college students.

The Crane Scholarship, established by Dr. A. Reynolds Crane, Class of 1929, and his

wife, Harriet C. Crane, is awarded to students who, through employment, are making

a substantial contribution toward their own educational expenses.

The Delta Upsilon Fra t e r nity Sch o l a r s h i p was established by the Hamilton College chapter

of the Delta Upsilon fraternity. Preference is given to students who are members, or

to descendants of alumni who were members, of that fraternity.

The Edwin W. Dixon, Mary E. Dixon, Julia D. Comstock, Helen B. Comstock and Doane

C. Comstock Scholarship was established by Doane Comstock, a member of the Class

of 1927, and his wife Helen Brancati Comstock. It is awa rded to students at Hamilton

College who are U.S. citizens, and who have demonstrated outstanding scholastic

ability as well as a need for financial assistance.

The Doremus Scholarship Fund, established by Dr.William Doremus, Class of 1942, is

awarded with preference given to students displaying a high degree of integrity and

honesty, and who contribute to the Hamilton community outside of the classroom.

The Ned Doyle Freshman Scholarship was established by Ned Doyle, Class of 1924. It is

awarded annually to a first-year student. Among those with need, preference is give n

to a candidate who will contri bute significantly to the College’s athletic progr a m .

The Charles Holland Duell Scholarship, established by Charles H. Duell, Class of 1871,

is awarded with preference given to a member of the first-year class.

The James Taylor Dunn Sch o l a r s h i p,e s t a blished by James Taylor Dunn, Class of 1936,

to honor James W.Tay l o r , Class of 1838, is awa rded with pre f e rence given to students

in the liberal arts who are in need of scholarship assistance and whose academic

p e r f o r mances have earned them places on the Dean’s List.

The Peter W. Dykema Music Scholarship was established by Jack Dengler, Class of 1934,

in memory of his wife’s father, and is awarded to students who participate in the

College’s performing musical groups.

The Emerson Literary Society Scholarship was established at Hamilton College by the

Emerson Literary Society. Preference is given to students who are members, or

descendants of alumni who were members, of that society.

The George J. Finguerra-CIT Group Scholarship, established by the CIT Foundation in

honor of George J. Finguerra, father of Dyan M. Finguerra, Class of 1992, is awarded

with preference given to minority students.

The E. Root Fitch Sch o l a r s h i p s we r e established by E. Root Fitch, Class of 1886, and are

awa rded annually to members of the Hamilton chapter of Delta Upsilon on the basis

of need, scholastic standing, character and salutary influence on the life of the College.

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The Douw Henry Fonda Memorial Scholarship in Journ a l i s m e s t a b lished through a bequest

f rom Jane Fonda Randolph in memory of her bro t h e r, Douw H. Fo n d a , Class of 1931,

is awarded to students who have distinguished themselves as writers and who are

considering a career in journalism.

The Qijia Fu ’96 Memorial Scholarship was established in memory of Qijia Fu, Class of

1996, by his family and friends. It is awarded to students demonstrating financial

need, with preference given to students who study physics; who are dedicated to the

p u rsuit of truths in science; and who are modest, s i n c e r e and always ready to help others .

The Dr. Joe and Ann Gadbaw Fa m i ly Sch o l a r s h i p was established by Dr. Joseph J. G a d b a w,

Class of 1939. It is awarded to students demonstrating financial need, with preference

given to those following a pre-medical course of study.

The Irene Heinz Given and John LaPorte Given Foundation Scholarships are reserved for

students who are preparing for admission to medical school.

The Doris M. and Ralph E. Hansmann Scholarship, established by Betty and Malcolm

Smith in honor of Ralph E. H a n s m a n n , Class of 1940 and a life trustee of the College,

and his wife Doris, is awarded to students who are disabled or visually- or hearing-

impaired.

The Edith Hale Harkness Sch o l a r s h i p, e s t a bli shed in memory of Edith Hale Harkness by

Milton P. Kayle, Class of 1943 and a former trustee of the College, is awarded with

preference given to students in the performing arts.

The Charles Harwood Memorial Fund Scholarship was established by Charles Harwood,

Jr., in memory of his father, Charles Harwood, Class of 1902. It is awarded to students

majoring in the Classical Languages, American History or English.

The Anthony and Lilas Hoogkamp Scholarship, established by Gregory T. Hoogkamp,

Class of 1982, in honor of his parents is awarded with preference given first to the

son or daughter of a New York State police officer.

The Huguenot Society Scholarship is available to a student whose ancestry meets the

requirements of the Society and who satisfies the College’s regular requirements for

the receipt of financial aid.

The Clara B. Kennedy Scholarships, established by Karen A. and Kevin W. Kennedy,

Class of 1970, in honor of Mr. Kennedy’s mother, are awarded with preference given

to entering minority students who show promise in terms of their ability to contri bu t e

to academic and campus life at Hamilton.The scholarships are renewable.

The Karen A. Kennedy, M.D. Scholarship, established in her honor by her husband,

Kevin W. Kennedy, Class of 1970, is awarded with preference to students who intend

to go to medical school and who show compassion for members of the Hamilton

community.

The Edwin J. Kenney, Jr. Scholarship was established by Taggart D. Adams, Class of 1963

and a trustee of the College, in honor of Edwin J. Ke n n e y, J r. , Class of 1963, D i s t i n g u i s h e d

Teaching Professor of Humanities and chairman of the English Department at Colby

College. It is awarded to a student who has shown an interest in teaching.

The Reid W. Kittell Scholarship was established by the family and friends of Reid Kittell,

Class of 1988, in his memory. It is awarded to a well-rounded student who demon-

strates sensitivity and thoughtfulness for others in the community.

The Leavenworth Scholarship, established by Elias W. Leavenworth in 1882, may be

awarded only to students with the surname of Leavenworth.

The Helen B. Longshore Music Scholarship is awarded to deserving undergraduates with

talent who contribute to the musical life of the College.

The Henry M. Love Scholarship, established by William D. Love, Class of 1909, provides

a scholarship for relatives of Henry M. Love, Class of 1883, or, when no such relative

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is at the College, may be awarded to a senior in the Emerson Literary Society for

graduate study leading to a career in law, medicine, journalism, teaching or theology.

The William DeLoss Love Scholarship was established by William D. Love, Class of 1909,

Mrs.William D. Scranton and others. Preference is given to descendants of William

DeLoss Love, Class of 1843.

The William DeLoss Love, Jr. Class of 1945 Scholarship, established in honor of his class-

mates by William D. Love, Class of 1945, is awarded with preference given to students

from the state of California or the descendants of members of the Class of 1945.

The Annie L. MacKinnon Scholarship was established by Dr. Edward Fitch with the

stipulation that preference be given to a student whose record shows ability and

interest in mathematics.

The William and Ethel Marran Sch o l a r s h i p , e s t a b lished by Mr. and Mrs . William R. M a r r a n ,

is awarded to a woman minority student in memory of Leah Webson, Class of 1986.

The David E. Mason Sch o l a r s h i p,e s t a blished by David E. M a s o n , Class of 1961, is awa r d e d

to a member of Alpha Delta Phi.

The Arturo Domenico Massolo Memorial Scholarship was established by Arthur J. Massolo,

Class of 1964, and his wife, K a re n , in memory of Mr. M a s s o l o ’s gr a n d fa t h e r. It is awa r d e d

with pre f e rence given first to a LINK student from Chicago; if there is no LINK

s t udent at Hamilton, it is awarded to an African-American student from Chicago; if

there is no such student, it may be awarded to any other African-American student

at the College.

The John McNair Sch o l a r s h ip, e s t a blis hed by the will of Edna T h i r k ell Teetor in memory

of her grandfather, Class of 1827, is reserved for students registered in the “3-2” engi-

neering program.

The Morgan Fa m i l y Fund was established by Susannah K’72 and James A . M o r g a n , J r. ’ 7 1.

The income from this fund will be used to provide financial support (either through

scholarships or tutorials) to students with learning challenges.

The Lance R. Odden Scholarship was established in honor of Lance R. Odden, head-

master of the Taft School in Watertown, Connecticut, by George F. Little II, Class of

1 9 7 1 . It is awa rded to graduates of the Taft School who clearly demonstrated academic

excellence and leadership capabilities while attending that institution.

The David B. Parker Memorial Scholarship was established in honor of David Bruce Pa r k e r,

Class of 1975, and is awarded to a member of the junior class who has completed the

first three years at Hamilton with distinction in the study of French and/or history.

The recipient must have demonstrated promise for useful citizenship through his or

her character, scholarly attitude, the respect accorded the individual by members of the

fa c u l t y, standing among peers and contri b ution to the extracurricular life of the College.

The Robert E. Peach Memorial Scholarship, established by the family and friends of Mr.

Peach, a member of the Class of 1941, is awarded to promising students who have

d i s p l ayed leaders h i p, c re a t i vity and determination in the classroom and in extracurri c u l a r

activities.

The Psi Upsilon Fraternity Scholarship was established by the Hamilton College chapter

of the Psi Upsilon fraternity. Preference is given to students who are members, or

descendants of alumni who were members, of that fraternity.

The Jules L. Rubinson Memorial Scholarship, established by Cecily G. and Richard M.

Rubinson, Class of 1957, in memory of his father, is awarded to women and minority

students who, at the end of their sophomore year, have been identified by the faculty

as strong candidates for medical school and who are in need of scholarship assistance.

The Norman F. Ruhle Scholarship was established by Muriel Ruhle, wife of Norman F.

Ruhle, Class of 1937, in Mr. Ruhle’s memory and on the occasion of the 60th

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reunion of the Class of 1937. It is awarded with preference given to juniors or seniors

who demonstrate superior academic records and outstanding character, and who are

majoring in history, government, foreign affairs or related subjects.

The Charlotte Buttri ck Sackett Sch o l a r s h i p,e s t a bli shed by Charles H. D u e l l , Class of 1871,

is awarded with preference given to a member of the first-year class.

The Herbert and Nancy Salkin Scholarship p rovides funds for a student interested in both

studio art and laboratory science.

The Hilde Surlemont Sanders Memorial Scholarship was established by Paul F. Sanders,

L.H.D. (Hon.), 1958, in memory of his wife. Preference is given to disadvantaged

minority students.

The Howard J. Schneider, M.D. Scholarship, established in honor of Howard J. Schneider,

Class of 1960, is awarded to a student excelling in science who also has a participant

interest in sports at Hamilton.

The Christopher George Scott Scholarship, established by the Scott Family Foundation of

Chicago, Illinois, in memory of Christopher G. Scott, Class of 1962, is awarded to a

student with an outstanding academic record.

The September 11th Scholarship Fund at Hamilton College was established in 2001 by a

lead gift from Hamilton Trustee Stephen I. Sadove ’73, along with hundreds of gifts

from alumni, parents and friends, to honor the memory of Sylvia San Pio Resta ’95,

Arthur J. Jones III ’84 and Adam J. Lewis ’87, Hamilton alumni who tragically lost

their lives during the September 11, 2001 terrorists attacks on America.The scholar-

ship is awarded based on financial need, in the following order of preference: first, to

students who are direct descendants of those alumni listed above; second, to students

who are direct descendants of any other victim of the September 11th attacks; third,

to students who are the direct descendants of victims of future national calamities;

fourth, to students who have lost a parent for any reason.

The Seventy-FiveYear Class Scholarship, established by William DeLoss Love, Class of

1909, whose father was a member of the Class of 1876, is awarded first with prefer-

ence given to any descendant of a member of the Hamilton Classes of 1874, ’75 or

’ 7 6 ; if to none of those to a student from the West Coast; and if not awa r ded to a

s t udent meeting either of those stipulations then at the discretion of the College.

The Margaret and Herman Sokol Scholarship was established by Margaret M. Sokol, a

friend of the College, to honor the memory of her husband, Herman Sokol, who

held a Ph.D. f rom New York Unive rsity in Organic Chemistry and had a distinguished

c a reer with Bri s t o l - M ye r s Squibb.The scholarship is awa r ded to students demonstrating

financial need, with preference given to students studying chemistry.

The Schuyler B. Steere Scholarship was established for blood relations of the donor, S c h u y l e r

B. S t e e re, Class of 1851. If none appears , p r e f e rence is given to candidates for the ministry.

The A.Waldron Stone Scholarship was established by William D. Stone, Class of 1961, in

memory of his father, a member of the Class of 1919, and is awarded to juniors and

seniors who are majoring in geology or English.

The James Aloysius Stover Scholarship for Adirondack Adventure Fund was established in

2004 in memory of James, son of Susan Anderson ’87 and Keith ’84 Stover, by his

family and friends to provide support to firs t - year students with demonstrated financial

need who wish to participate in The Adirondack Adventure Program.

The William K.-M.Tennant Memorial Scholarship was established in memory of William

K.-M.Tennant, Class of 1958, by his family and friends. It is awarded with preference

given to talented students who contribute to the performing and visual arts at the

College.

The Eugene M.Tobin Scholarship h o n o rs Hamilton’s 18th President for his 23 ye a rs of

dedicated service to the College community including 10 ye a r s as pre s i d e n t . I n i t i a t e d

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by President To b i n ’s fa m i l y, the scholarship is awa rded to students with an interest in

and aptitude for the study of history, as well as demonstrated leadership and pro bl e m -

solving abilities.

The Winton and Patricia Tolles Scholarship was established by family and friends to

commemorate the 25 ye a rs o f service provided by Dean To l l e s , Class of 1928. It is

awa rded to first-year students who have demonstrated leadership qualities in

secondary school and who are identified by the Admission Committee as unu s u a l l y

a t t r a c t ive candidates for matri c u l a t i o n . It is re n ewa b le for the sophomore, junior and

senior ye a r, d e p e n d i n g upon student performance.

The Henry B.Watkins Scholarship was established by the Watkins family, including

Robert R.Watkins, Class of 1879, Henry B.Watkins, Class of 1912, and Henry B.

Watkins III, Class of 1973. It is awarded to an entering student who has demonstrated

outstanding academic achievement and athletic ability.

The Michael S.White Scholarship was established in his memory by friends of Michael

S.White, Class of 1972. It is awarded in recognition of campus citizenship, school

spirit, sensitivity to and positive influence on others, camaraderie and a sense of fun.

The Ashley McLean-Brown Wilberding Scholarship was established by Mr. and Mrs.

Stephen Van C.Wilberding in honor of their daughter, Ashley Wilberding, Class of

1994. It is awarded to a student who has demonstrated interest in foreign languages

and who has participated in women’s athletics. Preference is given to a student who

has made a significant contribution to women’s ice hockey at Hamilton.

The Leroy Williams Scholarship, established by Leroy Williams, Class of 1889, is awarded

with preference given to students intending to enter the Presbyterian ministry.

The Lawrence A.Wood ’25 Memorial Scholarship was established by Margaret Buoy

Wood in memory of her husband, Lawrence A.Wood, a member of the Class of

1925. It is awarded with preference given to students studying physics.

The Kirkland Endowment

The following scholarships are for the support of women at Hamilton:

The Edward Johnson Dietz Memorial Scholarship was established by family and friends

of Julia Grant Dietz in memory of her son, and provides scholarships with preference

given to women from the Syracuse area.

The Dorothy Scott Evans Memorial Scholarship, established in her memory by her family

and fri e n d s , is awa rded to a woman matriculating under the Hamilton Horizons Progr a m .

The William and Mary Lee Herbster Scholarship was established by Mr. and Mrs.William

G. Herbster to provide scholarships for women attending Hamilton. M r. H e r b s t e r , C l a s s

of 1955, is a former member of both the Hamilton and Kirkland boards of trustees.

The Lillia Babbitt Hyde Scholarship provides scholarships with preference given to

women from the New York City area.

Prize Scholarships

Prize scholarships are awarded to students who have completed at least one year at

Hamilton and who have demonstrated some achievement while enrolled at the College.

The achievement is most often high quality academic work, but it may also include

enrollment in a particular field of study or demonstrated good character and campus

citizenship.

Most prize scholarships require that the recipient demonstrate need and be eligible

for financial aid. Most prize scholars will, therefore, already be recipients of unfunded

grants from the College.The intent of the award of a prize scholarship is to honor

the recipient by substituting a named or designated scholarship for an unfunded gr a n t .

Prize scholarships are awarded either in the fall or in the spring on Class and

Charter Day.

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The Benjamin Wa l w o r th A r nold Pri z e Sch o l a r s h i p,e s t a bli shed by Mrs . Benjamin Wa l wo r t h

Arnold in memory of her husband, provides three prize scholarships. One is awarded

annually to the holder of a regular scholarship in each of the sophomore, junior and

senior classes who, in the preceding year, has achieved the best record in college

coursework.

The Robert A. Bankert, Jr. Prize Scholarship was established in 1970 in memory of

Robert A. Bankert, Jr., Class of 1970, by his family and friends. Preference is given to

a student who has participated in athletics and who, at the beginning of the junior

year, has shown the greatest improvement in academic average.

The Dr. Philip I. Bowman Prize Scholarship was established by friends in honor of

Dr. Bowman, a distinguished chemical engineer. It is awarded to a student who has

a deep interest in science (preferably chemistry), foreign languages and sports; who

strives for perfection; and who has a high level of tolerance and empathy for others.

The Madeleine Wild Bristol Pri z e Scholarship in Music, e s t a b lished in memory of Madeleine

Wild Bristol, is awarded to a rising sophomore, junior or senior music student who is

an outstanding performer, composer, scholar or leader in music and who is an active

participant in a sports activity.

The Coleman Burke Prize Scholarship, established by Coleman Burke, Class of 1934 and

f o r mer chairman of the board of tru s t e e s , and his wife, M a r y Poston Burke, is awa r d e d

to a sophomore who is an outstanding student and has demonstrated strong athletic

ability.The recipient should also have demonstrated a capacity for campus leadership.

The scholarship may be renewed for the junior and senior years.

The Carter Family Prize Scholarship was established by Diane Carter Maleson, mother

of Gwendolyn Maleson, Class of 1993, in memory of her parents, Gerald and Camille

Carter, and her sister and niece, Joan and Christine Scholes. It is awarded to a student

who excels in the visual or performing arts, who is a talented writer and who main-

tains a minimum average of 85.

T h e Class of 2003 Memorial Pri ze Sch o l a r s h i p , es t a blished by the Class of 2003 in memory

of their classmates and friends Ja r ed Good, M a t t h e w Houlihan and Christopher Ke r n ,

is awa r ded at the end of the sophomore year to that individual who exemplifies the

t rue characteristics of a Hamiltonian as demonstrated by Ja r e d , Matt and Chri s .

The Thomas E. C o l by III Pri z e Scholarship in Germ a n , e s t a blished by his family in memory

of Thomas E. Colby, Class of 1942 and a professor of German at Hamilton from 1959

to 1983, is awarded to a student concentrating in German who has demonstrated

superior scholarship in that discipline.

The Frank C. and Marion D. C o l r idge Pri z e Sch o l a r s h i p , e s t a b lished by Frank C. C o l r i d g e,

Class of 1918, and his wife, Marion, provides a prize scholarship to a member of the

junior class on the varsity track team who, by a vote of teammates, is selected as the

individual possessing outstanding qualities of leadership and character.

The Curran Prize Scholarship, established by relatives of Colonel Henry H. Curran,

Class of 1862, provides a scholarship for a student who has need of financial aid,

who has enrolled in the courses in the Classical Languages Department and who

has achieved a distinguished record in those courses.

The Captain Gerald FitzGerald Dale Senior Scholarship is awarded to a senior who has

completed the junior year with distinction in literature, language, music, science or

social science; ranks in the top tenth of the class; and needs financial aid. In addition,

the student must have demonstrated promise for useful citizenship by character, s t a n d i n g

among fellow students and contribution to the extracurricular life of the College.

The Charles A. Dana Prize Scholarships are awarded to approximately 10 students at t h e

end of their first year in re c o gnition of academic achieve m e n t , character and leaders h i p.

The prize scholarships continue through the senior ye a r , p rovided the re c i p i e n t s con-

tinue to fulfill the requirements.

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The Dirvin Family Prize Scholarship, established by Gerald V. Dirvin, Class of 1959 and

a trustee of the College, and his wife, Polly, is awarded to one or more students who

have completed the first ye a r , who have demonstrated academic excellence and who

h ave participated in athletics at Hamilton.

The Ned Doyle Prize Scholarships, established in 1975 by Ned Doyle, Class of 1924, are

awarded to an upcoming sophomore, junior and senior, each of whom has made sig-

nificant contributions to the College’s athletic program.

The Duell German Prize Scholarship, established by the Honorable Charles Holland

Duell, Class of 1871, is awarded to a senior who has excelled in the study of German

and who elects an advanced course in that subject during the senior year.

The Milton F. F i l l i u s, J r./Joseph Drown Pri ze Sch o l a r s h i p,e s t a bli shed by the Joseph Drow n

Foundation, is awa rded to a student completing the junior year who has been ve r y

successful academically, who has demonstrated outstanding leadership qualities while at

H a m i l t o n , and who is likely to make a significant contri bution to society in the future.

The Dr. Edward R. Fitch Prize Scholarships in Classical Languages, founded by E. Root

Fitch, Class of 1886, are awarded annually to students who are registered for courses

in either Greek or Latin.The awa r ds are made on the basis of need, s c h o l a r ship standing,

character and salutary influence on the life of the College.

The Donald A. Hamilton Prize Scholarship, established by the family and friends of Mr.

H a m i l t o n , Class of 1924, is awa rded to a junior who has displayed leaders h i p, c r e a t iv i t y

and determination in the classroom and in extracurricular activ i t i e s , and who has made

exceptional academic improvement in the previous year.

The Ann Miller Harden Prize Scholarship was established in memory of Ann Miller

Harden in 1993 by her husband and Hamilton College Trustee David E. Harden,

Class of 1948.The prize scholarship is awarded to the outstanding woman painter at

the end of her sophomore year.Additional special scholarships may also be awarded,

upon recommendation of the Art Department faculty, to studio art students demon-

strating exceptional promise.

The Randall J. Harris Prize Scholarship, created in memory of Randall J. Harris, Class

of 1974, by his family and friends, is awarded to a junior concentrating in philosophy

who has demonstrated superior scholarship in that discipline. Preference is given to a

student expressing a desire to undertake graduate study in philosophy.

The L. David Hawley Prize Scholarship in Geology, established by alumni in honor of

Professor Hawley, who taught geology at Hamilton for 25 years, is awarded to an

outstanding junior who intends to go on to a career in geology. Consideration is also

given to promise as a scientist, b readth of background in the sciences, general academic

standing and financial need.

The Matthew Houlihan Pri z e Sch o l a r s h i p,made possible by an annual gift from the

M a t t h e w Houlihan Fo u n d a t i o n , was established in 2002 in memory of Matthew

H o u l i h a n , Class of 2003. It is awa rded to a rising senior who demonstrates solid

academic achievement (minimum 3.0 g.p. a . ) , s t rong extracurricular invo l v e m e n t , a

l oyal commitment to classmates, e xe m p l a r y school citizenship and unselfish devo t i o n

to Hamilton.

The Edwa r d Huntington Memorial Mathematical Pri z e Sch o l a r s h i p , e s t a blished by A l e x a n d e r

C. Soper, Class of 1867, is awarded to a senior who has excelled in mathematics and

who elects a course in that discipline during the senior year.

The Grant Keehn Prize Scholarship, established by family and friends in memory of

Grant Keehn, Class of 1921, a distinguished businessman and former chairman of the

board of trustees, is awarded after the first year to one or two students who have

demonstrated notably strong characteristics of leaders h i p, and who are in good academic

standing. Preference is given to minority students.

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The Leonard E. and Sue J. Kingsley Prize Scholarship, established by Leonard E. Kingsley,

Class of 1951 and a life trustee of the College, and his wife Sue, is awa r ded to members

of the sophomore or junior class who have demonstrated the potential for both signif-

i c a nt academic achievement and community leadership.

The Kirkland Alumnae Prize Scholarship, established by the Kirkland College Class of

1974 and supplemented by other Kirkland classes, is awarded to an upperclass woman

who e xemplifies the ideals of Kirkland wo m e n , specifically initiative, c re a t i vity and

i n g e n u i t y, and who has the ability to achieve objectives through self-directed academic

and nonacademic pursuits.

The Paul S. Langa Pri z e Sch o l a r s h i p , e s t a b lished by Paul S. L a n g a , Class of 1948, p r ov i d e s

a prize scholarship to that Hamilton student who is judged to be the outstanding

woman athlete from any of the four classes.

The Calvin Leslie Lewis Pri z e Scholarship in the Dramatic A r t s was established by Elisab e t h

and Charles G. M o r t i m e r, J r . , Class of 1949, in memory of Mr. M o r t i m e r ’s gr a n dfa t h e r,

Calvin L. L e w i s , Class of 1890, and the Upson Professor of Rhetoric and Oratory from

1908 to 1935. It is awarded to students, preferably juniors, who have demonstrated an

interest and ability in oral communication in its broadest aspects and who have

actively and successfully participated in programs in the dramatic arts.

The Willard Bostwick Marsh Prize Scholarships, established by Willard B. Marsh, Class of

1 9 1 2 , in memory of President Melancthon Wo o l s e y Stry ke r, Class of 1872, a r e awa r d e d

to juniors and seniors with financial need who have maintained a scholastic average

of at least B since entering the College.

The Michael Maslyn ’01 Memorial Prize Scholarship, established by the Class of 2001

through their Senior Class Gift in memory of their classmate Michael Maslyn, is

awa rded at the end of the junior year to that individual who demonstrates exceptional

class spirit.

The Carl B. Menges Prize Scholarship in College Governance was established by John D.

Phillips, Jr., a member of the Class of 1969, in honor of Hamilton Trustee Carl B.

Menges, Class of 1951.This scholarship is awarded to a junior or senior who writes

the best essay on any significant aspect of college governance, broadly defined to

include academic, administration, admissions, alumni, building and grounds, endow-

ment, finance, student life and trustee issues.

The Marcel Moraud Memorial Pri ze Sch o l a r s h i p,e s t a blished by family and friends in memory

of Professor Moraud, who taught French at Hamilton from 1951 to 1982, is awa r d e d

to the senior majoring in French and re t u r ning from the Junior Year in France Program

who demonstrates academic excellence, strength of character and a sense of humor.

The Robert Leet Patterson Prize Scholarships in Philosophy, established by Robert Leet

Patterson, Class of 1917, are awarded to sophomores and juniors who have excelled

in the study of philosophy.

The Frank Humphrey Ristine Prize Scholarship was established by former students and

other friends in memory of Frank H. Ristine, professor of English literature from

1912 to 1952, and is awarded for excellence in English. Consideration is also given

to general academic standing, need for financial aid and campus citizenship.

The Oren Root, Jr. Prize Scholarships, established by friends of Professor Root, who

taught mathematics at Hamilton from 1860 to 1862 and again from 1880 to 1907,

are awarded to the two juniors who have the best records in mathematics during the

first and second years and who continue that subject through the junior year.

The Jenny Rubin Memorial Prize Scholarship, established by friends in memory of

Jennifer Lynn Rubin, Class of 1983, is awarded to that senior woman who has

evinced interest in, and ongoing commitment to, helping others improve their lives.

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The William John Schickler III Prize Scholarship, established by his family and friends in

memory of William J. Schickler III, Class of 1982, is awarded to an upcoming junior

who demonstrates good academic performance, financial need, enthusiasm for life and

is a dedicated participant in extracurricular activities.

The Arthur W. Soper Prize Scholarship in Latin, established by Arthur W. Soper, M.A.

(Hon.), 1893, is awarded to a senior who has excelled in Latin and who elects a

course in the discipline during the senior year.

The Chauncey S.Truax Prize Scholarship in Greek is awarded to the senior who has

stood highest in the study of Greek for the first three years with an average grade of

no less than 85. Preference is given to candidates who entered Hamilton as first-year

students with credit in Greek.

The Vrooman Prize Scholarship, established through the generosity of John W. Vrooman,

is awarded to a rising sophomore who has achieved academic excellence, has need for

s c h o l a rship aid and who has enrolled for at least one course in the Classics Depart m e n t .

The Frederi c k Reese Wagner Pri z e Scholarship in English, e s t a blished by former students

and others in honor of Professor Wa g n e r, who taught English at Hamilton from 1969

to 1995, is awa r ded for excellence in the study of literature in English.

The Sam Welsch Memorial Prize Scholarship in Computer Science, established in memory

of Sam Welsch by Jason Fischbach, Class of 1994, and his pare n t s , is awa r ded to a student

who excels in and shows enthusiasm for the study of computer science.The award is

not limited to computer science concentrators.

The Sidney Wertimer Prize Scholarships in Economics, established by John Phillips, Jr.,

Class of 1969, and John Phillips, Sr., in honor of Sidney Wertimer, are awarded to

three juniors who have excelled in the study of economics.

The Lawrence K.Yourtee Prize Scholarship, established by friends and former students in

honor of Professor Yourtee, who taught chemistry at Hamilton from 1948 to 1982, is

awa rded to the student who has shown the greatest improvement in general chemistry

in the first year.

Fellowships

Fe l l owships are awa r ded to graduating seniors to assist them in furt h e r ing their education.

The Manley F. Allbright Fellowship, established by Mrs. Manley F. Allbright in memory

of her husband, a member of the Class of 1903, provides funds for the first year of

graduate study in a divinity school.

The Samuel F. Babbitt Kirkland College Fellowship, named in honor of the first and only

president of Kirkland College, is awarded to the female graduate who best exemplifies

the spirit of individual learning that was associated with Kirkland College, to assist

her in meeting the expenses of pursuing an advanced degree.

The William M. Bristol, Jr. Fellowship for International Travel began in 1996 as part of a

gift to Hamilton College by William M. Bristol, Jr., Class of 1917. Created by his

family, it is designed to encourage Hamilton students to experience the richness of

the world by living outside the United States while pursuing a project of deep per-

sonal interest.

The James H. Glass Fellowship, established by Dr. James H. Glass, M.A. (Hon.), 1912, is

granted for two years of graduate study in biology to any member of the senior class

who has demonstrated a high order of scholarly attainment in general and has shown

marked ability and special aptitude for research in biology.

Hamilton College Fellowship at Vanderbilt Law Sch o o l, e s t a blished by the Stephen J.We ave r

Foundation and by James W. C o u p e , Class of 1971, p r ovides fellowships to Hamilton

graduates who matriculate at Vanderbilt University Law School. Preference will be

given to first-year law students. Recipients may be reappointed for subsequent years.

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The George Watson’s College, Edinburgh, Scotland,Teaching Assistantship was established as

an exchange between George Watson’s and Hamilton to provide a recent graduate

with a comprehensive teaching opportunity.

Hamilton Fellow at George Watson’s College, Edinburgh, Scotland, serves an internship in

teaching, extracurricular activities and dormitory counseling.

The Franklin D. Locke Fellowship was established under a provision of the Chauncey S.

Truax Prize and provides an award for graduate study in Greek.

The Henry M. Love Fellowship, established by William D. Love, Class of 1909, provides

a scholarship for relatives of Henry M. Love, Class of 1883, or, when no such relative

is at the College, may be awarded to a senior in the Emerson Literary Society for

graduate study leading to a career in law, medicine, journalism, teaching or theology.

The Elihu Root Fellowships, established in 1894 by Elihu Root, Class of 1864, are

granted to members of the senior class who have shown high achievement and special

aptitude for research in one or more of the departments of science and who plan to

pursue graduate study in science.

The Judge John Wells Fellowship, established under a provision of the Glass endowment,

provides a stipend for graduate work in the general areas of government and political

science to any member of the senior class who has demonstrated a high order of

scholarly attainment in general and has shown marked ability and special aptitude

for research in political science.

Internships

Internships are awarded to support student research projects during the academic year

or over the summer.

The Bristol-Myers Squibb Fellowship Program, made possible through grants from the

Bristol-Myers Squibb Foundation, provides support for students engaged in summer

research projects.

The Casstevens Family Fund was established by Mr. and Mrs. O.L. Casstevens, parents

of Martin ’80 and Michael ’91, to support students working on special re s e a r ch pro j e c t s .

The General Electric Fellowship Program for Minority Science Student Research, made possibl e

through a grant from the General Electric Foundation, provides support for minority

students conducting scientific research during the summer.

The Ralph E. Hansmann Science Students Support Fund, established in honor of Ralph

E. Hansmann, Class of 1940 and a life trustee of the College, provides support for

science students conducting research during the academic year or over the summer.

The Howard Hughes Science Students Research Program, made possible through a grant

f r om the Howa rd Hughes Medical Institute, p rovides support for undergr a d u a t e

s c ience students pursuing independent summer research projects.

The Don Potter Endowment in Geology, established by friends and former students of

Donald B. Potter in recognition of his 34 years as a teacher of geology at Hamilton,

provides support for undergraduates pursuing geological field research. Preference is

given to summer field research projects.

The Steven Daniel Smallen Memorial Fund for Student Creativity, established by Ann

and David Smallen in memory of their son Steven, encourages student creativity by

providing funds for projects displaying some, or all, of the characteristics of originality,

expressiveness and imagination.

The Sergei S. Zlinkoff Student Medical Research Fund, established by the Sergei S.

Zlinkoff Fund for Medical Education, provides research support for pre-medical

students or for students engaged in research related to the field of medicine.

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Prizes

Most prizes are given for academic achievement, either in general coursework, in a

particular discipline, or in an essay or other exercise.A few prizes recognize service

to the College community or personal character. Prizes are awarded in the fall, in the

s p r ing on Class and Charter Day, and at Commencement. In all cases, p r ize committees

reserve the right not to award a prize in any given year should there be no candidate

or no candidate’s entry of sufficient merit.

Achievement Prizes

The Babcock Prize in Philosophy and Pedagogy, established by Edward S. Babcock, Class

of 1896, is awarded to a senior who has excelled “in philosophy, and particularly in

the science of pedagogy.”

The Edwin Barrett Prize, established by alumni in honor of Professor Barrett, who

taught English and theatre at Hamilton from 1950 to 1987, is awarded to a student

who, at the end of the sophomore year, has made a significant contribution to the

College’s theatre program.

The James L. Bennett Prize, established by Emma M. Bennett Elsing in memory of

James L. Bennett, Class of 1871, is awarded to a senior who has completed the junior

year with distinction.

The Emily and Alfred Bohn Prize in Studio Art, established by Harold C. Bohn, Class of

1926, in memory of his parents, is awarded to a junior or senior who demonstrates

significant progress in studio art.

The Harold C. Bohn Prize in Anthropology was established by Harold C. Bohn, Class of

1926, and is awarded to a student who has excelled in the study of anthropology.

The Brockway Prize, established by A. Norton Brockway, Class of 1857, is awarded to

that member of the first-year class who has the best academic record.

The Frederi c k Edmund Alexis Bush A wa rd is awa rde d each year to a member of the

Student A s s e m bly who is a great leader, a devoted re p re s e n t a t i ve to his/her class,

and a hard wo r ker—an individual who follows through and ensures gre a t n e s s .

The G. H a r vey Cameron Memorial Pri z e, e s t a bli shed by fa m i l y, f r iends and form e r

students to honor the memory of Professor Camero n , who taught physics at Hamilton

from 1932 to 1972, is awarded to that first-year student or sophomore who shows the

most promise in experimental physics.

The Nelson Clark Dale, Jr. Prize in Music was established in memory of Captain Nelson

Clark Dale, Jr., USMC, Class of 1942, by his parents, and is awarded to a student who

has shown exceptional ability in music as a composer, interpreter or leader, or who

has contributed most to the musical life of the College.

The Darling Prize in American History, established by Charles W. Darling, Class of 1892,

and supplemented by a friend of the College, is awarded to the senior having the

most distinguished record in at least four courses in American history.

The Donald J. Denney Prize in Physical Chemistry, established by friends and former

students in honor of Donald J. Denney, who taught chemistry at Hamilton from 1957

to 1986, is awarded annually to a student who excels in physical chemistry.

The Arthur O. Eve Prize is awarded annually to the graduating senior in the Higher

Education Opportunity Program/College Scholars Program who best exemplifies

academic achievement and community service.

The Dr. Edward Fitch Prize in Greek, founded by E. Root Fitch, Class of 1886, is

awa rded annually to that student who, on completion of one year of Gre e k , has main-

t a i n e d the best record in that subject.To be eligible for the award, the appointee must

elect Greek in the following year.

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The Dr. E d wa r d Fitch Pri z e in Latin, founded by E. Root Fitch, Class of 1886, is awa rd e d

annually to that student who, on completion of one or two years of Latin, has main-

tained the best record in that subject.To be eligible for the award, the appointee must

elect Latin in the following year.

The Gélas Memorial Pri ze, e s t a blished in 1955 by a group of alumni to honor the memory

of Jean-Marius Gélas, fencing coach and professor of physical education from 1921 to

1946, is awarded to the senior who has shown the greatest development in strength

of character, leadership and athletic ability while at Hamilton.

The Michael T. Genco, Jr. Prize in Photography, established by family and friends of

Michael T. Genco, Jr., Class of 1985, is awarded to that student who, in the opinion

of the appropriate faculty members of the Art Department, has submitted the most

outstanding work to the Genco Photographic Contest and who has shown an unu s u a l

interest in photography.

The Francis W. Gilbert Prize was established by the Class of 1953 in memory of Francis

Gilbert, fellow in history at Hamilton College from 1946 to 1953. It provides a cash

award to that sophomore who, in the opinion of the dean of students, has shown the

greatest scholastic improvement in the spring term of the first year.

The William Gillespie Prize in Art, established in memory of William J. Gillespie, Class

of 1962, is awarded to a concentrator in art who excels in that subject.

The Adam Gordon Campus Service Awards, established in 1978 in memory of Adam

Gordon, Class of 1980, provide cash prizes to be awarded annually to those students

who, in the opinion of the Student Assembly, have made significant contributions in

the area of campus service.

The Edgar Baldwin Graves Prize in History, established by his former student, David M.

Ellis, Class of 1938, is awarded to a senior who excels in the study of history.

The David J. Gray Prize in Sociology is awarded to the outstanding senior concentrator

in in honor and memory of Professor Gray.

The Mary McMaster Hallock Prize in Science was established by Andrew C. Hallock,

Class of 1938, in memory of his wife. It is awa r ded to a senior who has been admitted

to medical school and who, in the judgment of the Health Professions Advisory

Committee, has demonstrated excellence in coursework in science.

The Hamilton College Book Award in Russian is given to a student who has excelled in

the study of Russian.

The Hamilton College Campus Service Award is given each year to those students who,

in the opinion of the Student Assembly, have made significant contributions in the

area of campus service. Individual awards consist of a plaque, with the student’s name

inscribed thereon.

The Franklin G. Hamlin Prize in French, established by former students in honor of

Professor Hamlin, who taught French at Hamilton from 1949 to 1980, is awarded to

a senior who has excelled in French and plans to continue its study, or the study of a

related field, in graduate school.

The Charles J. Hasbrouck Prize in Art History, established by Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth E.

H a s b ro u c k , S r. , in memory of their son, Charles J. H a s b r o u c k , Class of 1974, is awa r d e d

to a senior who has excelled in the study of art history.

The Hawley Prizes in Greek and Latin, established by Martin Hawley, Class of 1851, are

awarded for excellence in Greek and Latin. Equal in value, the prizes take the form of

books and are selected by the winners each year.

The Holbrook Prize in Biology, established by David A. Holbrook, Class of 1844, is

awarded to the senior having the best record in six courses in biology.

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The Constantine Karamanlis Prize in World Politics was established by Constantine

Karamanlis, Class of 1998, and his family.The prize honors the memory of Mr.

Karamanlis’ uncle, the former President of Greece, Constantine Karamanlis.The

prize is awarded to the outstanding senior concentrator in world politics.

The Kirkland Pri ze, e s t a bli shed by Abigail R. K i r k l a n d , is awa r ded to a student who

e x c e l s in mathematics.

The Kneeland Prize, established by the Rev. Martin Dwelle Kneeland, Class of 1869, is

awarded to the student who has the best record when the grades in two courses on

the Bible and in an essay competition on an assigned biblical subject are combined.

The Edwin B. Lee, Jr. Prize in Asian History/Asian Studies, established by Alan H.

Silverman, Class of 1976, in honor of Professor Lee, who taught history at Hamilton

from 1958 to 1987, is awarded to a senior who has excelled in the study of Asian

history or in Asian studies.

The Leo Mackta Pri z e in Phy s i c s , e s t a b lished in honor of Dr. Leo Mackta by his daughter,

Betsy Mackta Scott, Kirkland College Class of 1972, and her husband,Thomas J.

Scott, Jr., is awarded to a student who excels in applied physics.

The Jonathan Marder Prize, established by Mr. and Mrs. Marder in memory of their

son, a member of the Class of 1976, is awarded to a senior who excels in the study

of psychology.

The Thomas E. Meehan Pri z e in Creative W ri t i n g, e s t a b lished by Thomas E. M e e h a n , C l a s s

of 1951,is awa r ded to two juniors who have distinguished themselves in cre a t i ve wri t i n g .

The James Soper Merrill Prize, established in memory of James Soper Merrill by his

c o u s i n , James P. S o p e r, Class of 1911, is awa rded at Commencement to that member of

the graduating class “ w h o, in character and influence, has best typified the highest ideals

of the College.” Selected by the faculty, the recipient is presented with a gold watch.

The J. B a r ney Moore Pri ze in A rt, e s t a b lished by the Class of 1982 in memory of J. B a r n e y

Moore, is awarded to a senior who excels in studio art.

The George Lyman Nesbitt Prizes were established by friends of Professor Nesbitt,

va l e d i c t o r ian of the Class of 1924, who taught English at Hamilton from 1924 to 1926

and from 1930 to 1973, and are awarded to the valedictorian and the salutatorian.

The Norton Prize, established by Thomas Herbert Norton, Class of 1873, is awarded to

the undergraduate who has demonstrated the greatest capacity for re s e a r ch in chemistry.

The Payne Hills Prize, established in 1982 by the Maynard family, is a Brunton pocket

transit awa r ded annually to a member of the junior class excelling in geology field wo r k .

The Phi Beta Kappa Book Pri zes we re established by an alumnus and his wife to

recognize and to encourage students who have completed their first year at Hamilton

and are likely to become eventual candidates for election to Phi Beta Kappa.T h e

p r izes are awa rde d to the 10 students who have the highest grade point averages at

the conclusion of their first year of study.

The Walter Pilkington Memorial Prize, established by a friend of the College, is awarded

to a student who has rendered distinguished service to the community in the areas of

print and radio journalism and dramatics.

The Prizes for Excellence in Chinese Language and Literature were established by Hong

Gang Jin and De Bao Xu, both of whom are professors in the East Asian Languages

and Literature Program at Hamilton.Two prizes are awarded each year: one for excel-

lence at the introductory level of study, and one for excellence at the advanced level.

The Public Policy Prize, established by a friend of the College, is awarded to the senior

with the best record in the Public Policy Program and in the Public Policy Seminar.

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The Putnam Prize in American History was established by a gift from Dr. Frederick W.

Putnam of Binghamton, NewYork, and was supplemented by a friend of the College.

The gift provides a prize of books for the senior having the second-most distinguished

record in at least four courses in American history.

The Renwick Pri ze in Biology, founded by Edwa r d A . R e n w i c k , is awa r ded to a member

of the senior or junior class appointed by the faculty and provides a scholarship for

the study of biology during the summer vacation.

The Jack B. Riffle Awards for Senior Athletes were established by alumni and friends of

Jack B. Riffle, Class of 1950 and a trustee of the College from 1979 to 1986.They are

awarded to an outstanding male and an outstanding female athlete in the senior class

who, in the judgment of the director of athletics, also demonstrate the highest ideals

of competitive sports.

The Rogers Prize in Geology, established by E. Albert Rogers, Class of 1898, is awarded

to a senior majoring in geology and excelling in the courses in that concentration.

The Alfred J. and A. Barrett Seaman Prizes in Interdisciplinary Writing were established in

2001 by A. Barrett Seaman, Class of 1967 and a Trustee of the College, and by his

father,Alfred J. Seaman, Jr. Recipients must be Sophomore Seminar students who

demonstrate excellence in writing, richness and clarity of interdisciplinary thinking,

and the ability to effectively communicate to a wide audience.

The Senior Prize in Biochemistry/Molecular Biology is awarded to the outstanding

concentrator in biochemistry/molecular biology.

The Senior Prize in Comparative Literature is awarded to the outstanding senior concen-

trator in comparative literature.

The Senior Prize in Dance is awarded to the outstanding senior concentrator in dance.

The Senior Prize in Government is awarded to the outstanding senior concentrator in

government.

The Senior Pri z e in Neuroscience is awa rded to the outstanding senior concentrator in

n e u ro s c i e n c e .

The Senior Pri z e in Theatre is awa r ded to the outstanding senior concentrator in theatre.

The B.F. Skinner Prize, established in honor of B.F. Skinner, Class of 1926, is awarded

to a senior who excels in psychological research.

The H. Samuel Slater Prize in Romance Languages, established in memory of his father-

in-law, H. Samuel Slater, by Milton P. Kayle, Class of 1943, and a former trustee of

the College, is awarded to a student who, at the end of the sophomore year, has

excelled in the study of a romance language.

The Rusty Smith Memorial Teaching Prize in Computer Science, established in memory of

Russell G. Smith III, Class of 1995, is awarded to that concentrator selected as being

most committed to helping other students of computer science through shared learn i n g .

The recipient receives the designation of head departmental teaching assistant.

The Southworth Prize in Physics, established by Tertius D. Southworth, Class of 1827, is

awarded to a senior who excels in physics.

The Squires Prize in Philosophy, established by Byron B.Taggart, Class of 1896, in

honor of William Harder Squires, Class of 1888, is awarded annually to the senior

who has the highest grade when the marks for six courses in philosophy and a special

examination designed for the purpose are combined.

The Tarbell Book Prize in Organic Chemistry is awarded to that student who has just

completed organic chemistry with distinction, demonstrated high aptitude for the

subject matter and evinced strong interest in organic chemistry.

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The Tompkins Prize in Mathematics, established by Hamilton B.Tompkins, Class of

1865, is awarded to two juniors who excel in mathematics.The award is made upon

the basis of an examination near the close of the junior year, involving three years of

work in mathematics.

The Underwood Prize in Chemistry was established as a fund by George Underwood,

Class of 1838, increased by J. Platt Underwood, Class of 1870, and is awarded to a

senior who excels in chemistry.

The John Lovell Watters Prize, established in memory of John L.Watters, Class of 1962,

is awarded to a graduating senior who has demonstrated excellence in French and

who has made significant contributions to the intercollegiate athletic program.

The Michael S.White Prize was established in memory of Michael S.White, Class of

19 7 2 , by Mr. and Mrs . John F. W h i t e, his pare n t s . The pri z e, an engr aved plaque, is awa r d e d

to two gr a d u a t i n g s e n i o r s—one each from both the men’s and wo m e n ’s ice hockey

teams—in re c o g n i t i o n of team spirit, leadership and integrity.

The Karen Williams Theatre Prize, established in memory of Karen L.Williams, Class of

1988, is awarded to a member of the junior class who is majoring in theatre and who

has demonstrated a generosity of spirit and commitment to theatre activities at Hamilton.

The W i n c hell Pri z e in Greek, e s t a blished by Walter B.Wi n c h e l l , Class of 1880, is awa r d e d

annually to the student who, beginning Greek in college, has the best record in six

courses in this language.

The Winslow Prize in Greek, established by William Copley Winslow, Class of 1862, is

awarded to the member of the sophomore class attaining the greatest proficiency in

Greek for the year.

The Winslow Prize in Latin, established by William Copley Winslow, Class of 1862, is

awarded to the member of the first-year class attaining the greatest proficiency in

Latin for the year.

The Winslow Prize in Romance Languages, established by William Copley Winslow, Class

of 1862, is awa r ded to the member of the junior class attaining the greatest pro f i c i e n c y

in romance languages while in college.

The Wyld Prize in German, established by Lionel D.Wyld, Class of 1949, in memory of

M a ry E. and Fred H.Wy l d , S r. , is awa rded to a junior or senior for excellence in Germ a n

as evidenced by coursework and an essay.

Public Speaking Prizes

The Clark Prize, established by Aaron Clark, and increased by Henry A. Clark, Class of

1838, is awarded to that senior who is adjudged to be the best speaker in the annual

Clark Oratorical Contest.

The McKinney Speaking Pri z e s,e s t a b lished by Charles McKinney, a r e awa r ded to four

s t u d e n t s , one in each class, who have been determined the best speake rs in competition.

The Earl H.Wright Prize for Excellence in Public Discourse and Advocacy was originally

established by his son, Warren Wright, with its legacy furthered by his grandson, Scott

Wright, Hamilton Class of 1975.The prize is awarded to a junior or senior who has

demonstrated excellence in these areas within the academic environment.

The Warren E.Wright Prize in Public Speaking, established by Robert S. Ludwig, Class

of 1972, in honor of Warren E.Wright, the Upson Professor of Rhetoric and Oratory

from 1977 to 1993, is awarded to that student who is determined to be the best

speaker in the annual Wright Prize competition.

Writing Prizes

The Dean Alfange Essay Prizes, established by Dean Alfange, Class of 1922, are awarded

to the students who write the best and second-best essays on a feature or an issue of

American constitutional government.

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The Cobb Essay Prize, established by Willard A. Cobb, Class of 1864, is awarded to the

student submitting the best essay on journalism.

The Cunningham Essay Prize, established by John Howard Cunningham, Class of

1866, is awarded to the senior submitting the best essay on some phase of the life

of Abraham Lincoln.

The Adam Gordon Poetry Prize for First-Year Students, established in memory of Adam

Gordon, Class of 1980, is awa r ded for the best poem submitted by a member of the firs t -

year class.

The Ralph and Doris Hansmann Poetry Prize is awarded in honor of Ralph, Class of

1940, and Doris Hansmann each year by the Academy of American Poets.This prize

is based upon the results of a competition involving ten selected colleges.

The Head Essay Prize, established by Franklin H. Head, Class of 1856, is awarded for

the best senior essay upon a theme relating to Alexander Hamilton.

The Hutton Essay Prize, established by the Rev.William Hutton, Class of 1864, is

awarded to the sophomore submitting the best essay on an assigned subject in history,

translations or literature of the Bible.

The Wallace Bradley Johnson Prize, established by alumni of the College in honor of

Wallace B. Johnson, Class of 1915, is awarded to that student who writes the best

one-act play produced at the College.

The Thomas McNaughton Johnston Prize in English, established by friends and former

students in honor of Professor Johnston, who taught English at Hamilton from 1934

to 1972, is awarded to the student writing the most elegant essay submitted to the

English Department during the year.

The Kellogg Essay Pri z e s,e s t a blished by Charles C. Ke l l og g , Class of 1849, a r e awa rded to

a junior, s o p h o m o r e and firs t - year student, each of whom has excelled in English essay s .

The Kirkland Endowment Essay Prize in Interdisciplinary Studies, established by the Kirk-

land Endowment Advisory Committee, is awarded to the student who writes the best

essay on interdisciplinary studies.

The Raphael Lemkin Essay Prize was established by an alumnus in memory of Raphael

L e m k i n , a distinguished European academician, s u r v ivor of the Holocaust and inspire r

of the United Nations Convention on Genocide. It is awarded to the student writing

the best essay on a topic related to Mr. Lemkin’s concerns and reflecting his ideals.

The Dwight N. Lindley Prize, established in honor of Dwight N. Lindley, Class of 1942

and a professor of English at Hamilton from 1952 to 1986, provides an award for the

best essay written during the academic year in English 150 or an entry-level course

in English-language literature.

The Jeffrey P. Mass Prize in Japanese History, established in 2002 by Rosa W. Mass, in

honor of her husband, Jeffrey P. Mass, Class of 1962, is awarded to the student writing

the best essay on the subject of Japanese history.

The Pruyn Essay Prize, made possible by a fund set up in 1863 by former Chancellor

John Van Schaick Lansing Pruyn of the Unive rsity of the State of New Yo r k , is awa r d e d

to the senior or junior writing the best essay on “The Duties of Educated Young Citizens.”

The William Rosenfeld Chapbook Prize in Creative Writing was established in honor of

William Rosenfeld, a member of the faculty from 1969 to 1995, who directed the

p rograms in cre a t i ve writing at both Kirkland and Hamilton colleges.Awa r ded annu a l l y

to a graduating senior whose portfolio of poetry, prose fiction or drama is selected by

faculty members in the Department of English, the Prize provides for the publication

of a chapbook of the student’s creative writing.

The Alfred J. and A. Barrett Seaman Prizes in Interdisciplinary Writing were established by

A. Barrett Seaman, Class of 1967 and a trustee of the College, and by his father,

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Alfred J. Seaman, Jr. Recipients must be Sophomore Seminar students who demon-

strate excellence in writing, richness and clarity of interdisciplinary thinking, with the

ability to effectively communicate to a wide audience.

The Soper Essay and Research Prizes, established by Arthur W. Soper, Class of 1893, are

awarded for the best essay on a topic in economics assigned by the faculty and for

the best re s e a r ch paper in economics.The competition is open to all seniors who are

t a k i n g a second- or third-year course in economics.

The Rose B.Tager Prize is awarded to the student writing the best short story.

The Todd Prize in Rhetoric and Mass Media, established by Charles Lafayette Todd, Class

of 1933, and the Upson Professor of Rhetoric and Oratory from 1960 to 1977, is

awarded to the student who writes the best essay on the influence of the electronic

media on political discourse and advocacy that shape public attitudes and behavior.

The George A.Watrous Literary Prizes, established by Mrs. Edgar W. Couper in memory

of her father, who was an English teacher and scholar, are awarded in poetry, fiction

and criticism, with an additional prize for the winner whose work is considered to

be the most promising.

The John V.A.Weaver Prize in Poetry was established by Peggy Wood in memory of her

husband and is awa r ded for excellence in a poem or poems submitted for consideration.

The Sydna Stern Weiss Essay Pri z e in Wo m e n ’s Studies, e s t a b lished by the Kirkland

E n d owment Advisory Committee and named in memory of Sydna Stern Weiss, who

taught German at Hamilton from 1974 to 1991, is awa r ded to the student who wri t e s

the best essay in women’s studies.

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Federal and State Assistance Programs

Federal Awards

All federal assistance programs are constantly under review.The statements below

were accurate as of June 2004, but subsequent legislation may have altered some of

the programs. Please contact the Office of Financial Aid if you have any questions.

A candidate’s eligibility for the following federal aid programs is based on a formu l a

developed by the Congress of the United States and referred to as the Federal

M e t h o d o l o g y.The College may amend FM results in the awa r ding of institutional funds.

Federal Pell Grants

The former Basic Educational Opportunity Grant Program was renamed in 1980

after Senator Claiborne Pell in honor of his efforts to help establish the program.

Grants for full-time study currently range between $400 and $4,050. Grant amounts

may be adjusted annually to reflect amounts authorized and appropriated by the

federal government.

The amount of an individual’s award is determined by the Office of Financial Aid

based on the results of a candidate’s Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FA F S A ) .

In order to continue receiving awards, a student must make satisfactory academic

progress and must not owe any refunds to the Federal Pell Grant or other federal student

aid progr a m s or be in default on repayment of any student loan.

Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants (FSEOG)

Supplemental grants range between $100 and $4,000 annually and are awarded to

students who demonstrate need, with preference given to recipients of Federal Pell

Grants.The College’s annual federal allocation of FSEOG funds is adequate to make

only about 80 awards. Candidates who demonstrate need continue to be eligible for

FSEOG assistance during the period required for the completion of the first under-

graduate baccalaureate course of study.

Federal Perkins Loans

All candidates who apply for assistance are considered for Federal Perkins Loans.The

number of Perkins Loans awarded annually may vary, depending upon repayments

re c e i ved by Hamilton from past borrowe rs , as well as federal appro p r i a t i o n s . A g g re g a t e

maximum Federal Perkins Loan debt is $20,000 through completion of the bacca-

laureate d e gre e , but not more than $4,000 in any one ye a r.The current interest rate on

Federal Pe r k i n s Loans is 5 percent on the unpaid balance. R e p a yment normally begi n s

after graduation. Deferments and loan forgiveness are possible for several reasons,

including military service and work in the Peace Corps or VISTA.

Federal Family Education Loan Program

The Higher Education Amendments of 1992 extended borrowing opportunities to

all families, regardless of income or need. Students are eligible to borrow through the

Federal Stafford Loan Program, and parents may borrow through a program called

Federal Parent Loans for Undergraduate Students (PLUS). Interest subsidy for Federal

Stafford Loans, however, is restricted to those borrowers who demonstrate eligibility

as based on the Federal Methodology. All student borrowers must file the Free

Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) in order to receive Federal Stafford

Loan funds.The combined Federal Stafford, PLUS and other student aid cannot

exceed the cost of attendance. Federal Family Loans are ava i l a b le only to United States

c i t i z e n s or to noncitizens who have permanent resident status. Lending institutions

such as banks and credit unions provide funds for both the Federal Stafford and

Federal PLUS loans. Hamilton recommends certain lenders for their excellent service

and the Office of Financial Aid may be contacted for the names of these lenders.

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Robert T. Stafford Federal Student Loan Program

Loans of up to $2,625 for first year, $3,500 for second year, and $5,500 for third- and

fourth-year students are available for study at Hamilton through the Federal Stafford

Loan Program. Maximum dependent undergraduate indebtedness cannot exceed

$23,000.The average indebtedness at Hamilton is much less than the statutory maxi-

mum.The interest rate on Federal Stafford Loans is variable, but cannot exceed 8.25

percent. Borrowers will be notified of interest rate changes throughout the life of

their loan.

Even though the statutory maximum may be borrowed, interest subsidy is avail-

able only on that portion for which the borrower has demonstrated need. It is neces-

sary, therefore, for all applicants to file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid

(FAFSA). An origination fee of up to 4 percent may be deducted from all loans at the

time of disbursal.

Federal PLUS Loans

Federal Parent Loans for Undergraduate Students are available only to creditworthy

borrowers who seek assistance in meeting expected family contributions.There is no

current maximum loan except that the amount borrowed cannot exceed the cost of

education, less other financial assistance received by the student.

The interest rate for a Federal PLUS is variable, but cannot exceed 9 percent.

Variable interest rates are set each June. Lenders are charged with the responsibility of

notifying borrowers of interest rate changes.

An origination fee of up to 4 percent may be deducted from all loans at the time

of disbursal. Federal PLUS borrowers are generally expected to begin repayment

within 60 days after the final loan disbursement. Deferments or postponements of

payment on the principal are available in limited instances.

Federal College Work-Study Program

For students in financial need, Hamilton arranges jobs on-campus.The program also

encourages community service and work related to the student’s course of study.

Application is made through the Office of Financial Aid. Hamilton gives preference

to students who have the greatest financial need and who must earn a part of their

educational expenses. Class schedule, academic progress and health are also considered

in determining eligibility.Wage is determined by the nature of the job and the quali-

fications of the applicant.

United States Bureau of Indian Affairs Aid to Native Americans

Students who are at least one-fourth Native American Indian, Eskimo or Aleut and

are enrolled members of a tribe, band or group recognized by the Bureau of Indian

Affairs may qualify for aid under this program. Application forms may be obtained

from the Bureau of Indian Affairs Office.

Veterans Administration (VA) Educational Benefits

Persons who served more than 180 days between January 31, 1955, and January 1,

1977, and continue on active duty, were honorably discharged at the end of their

tours of duty, or who qualify because of service-connected disabilities are eligible for

benefits.Veterans are entitled to benefits for one and one-half months of study for

each month of serv i c e, up to 45 months. Educational benefits through the Montgomery

GI Bill may be available to those qualified veterans who entered active duty for the

first time after June 30, 1985.

Children, spouses and survivors of veterans whose deaths or permanent total

disabilities were service-connected, or who are listed as missing in action, may be

eligible for benefits under the same conditions as veterans.

State Awards

In compliance with the New York State Education Department regulations, eligibility

for the continuation of funds awarded through the Tuition Assistance Program (TAP)

or Regents Awa r ds for Children of Deceased or Disabled Veterans re q u i r es the follow i n g

minimal levels of academic progress:

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Pursuit of the program of study toward the baccalaureate degree requires the

completion of at least two courses during both the fall and spring terms of the first

year, and the completion of at least three courses during the fall and spring terms of

each succeeding year.

Satisfactory progress toward the completion of the degree requirements must be

achieved. Satisfactory progress is not made by students who fail to pass at least half of

the courses carried, who accumulate failures in a total of five courses, or who incur a

third probation. Satisfactory progress includes the following minimal number of

courses passed for the respective semi-annual TAP payments: first payment = 0 units,

second payment = 3 units, third payment = 7 units, fourth payment = 10 units, fifth

payment = 14 units, sixth payment = 17 units, seventh payment = 21 units, eighth

payment = 24 units.

Failure to maintain these minimal standards of academic progress will result in the

loss of funds from the TAP program. Any questions regarding this requirement should

be addressed to either the registrar or the director of financial aid.

Tuition Assistance Program (TAP)

The Tuition Assistance Program is available to any New York State resident who is

enrolled full time in an approved educational program in New York State.The

amount of TAP is based on the amount of tuition charged and family taxable income

(income after deductions).Taxable income is adjusted for additional family members

e n rolled in college full time, or for child support re c e ived from a non-custodial pare n t .

The maximum adjusted taxable income for TAP eligibility for dependent appli-

cants is $80,000.Awards range from $500 to $5,000 per year, depending on income

and the year in which the first award was received. After a candidate has received

payment for four semesters of study, his or her award is reduced by $100 for each

subsequent year of study. Undergraduate students generally will be eligible for no

m o r e than eight semesters of TAP pay m e n t s , although students in certain pre - a p p rove d

programs may be eligible for up to 10 semesters.

Applicants for TAP must first file a FAFSA.The United States Department of

Education will forward relevant data of New York State residents to the NewYork

State Higher Education Services Corporation (HESC) for further processing. Filers

who do not hear from HESC by May 1 or three weeks after filing, whichever occurs

last, should call the Financial Aid Office for assistance. Application status may be

v i e wed on-line, and detailed information about all programs administere d by HESC

can be obtained at http://hesc.state.ny.us/index.html.

Vietnam Veterans Tuition Award Program

The Vietnam Veterans Tuition Award Program provides financial assistance to veterans

e n rolled in undergraduate degree programs on either a full- or part-time basis.A listing

of the institutions having approved degree programs is included in the supplemental

application.

To be eligible under this program, the veteran must:

• have served in the armed forces of the United States in Indochina between

January 1, 1963, and May 7, 1975;

• have been discharged from the service under other than dishonorable con-

ditions;

• have been a resident of New York State on April 20, 1984, or have been a

resident at time of entry into the service and resumed residency by

September 1, 1987;

• apply for a Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) award and a Federal Pell

Grant if applying as a full-time student or for the Federal Pell Grant only if

applying as a part-time student.

Duration: Full-time Study—Awards are available for up to eight semesters for a four

year program, or 10 semesters if a degree program is specifically approved as requiring

five years. (Programs of remedial study are considered to be programs normally

requiring five years.)

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Part-time Study—Awards are available for students taking 6 to 11 hours (or the equiv-

alent per semester) for up to 16 semesters (eight ye a rs ) , or 20 semesters (ten ye a r s) in an

a p p roved program which would normally re q u i re five ye a r s if the study we re full-time.

Amount: Full-time awards are $500 per semester or tuition, whichever is less. If the

veteran also receives a Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) award, the combination of

the two awards cannot exceed tuition. Part-time awards are $250 per semester or

tuition, whichever is less.The total of all awards for full- and/or part-time study

received cannot exceed $5,000.

Regents Awards for Children of Deceased or Disabled Veterans

An award of $450 per year is available to students who are the children of veterans

who have died, h ave a current disability of 50 percent or more, or had such a disability

at the time of death, resulting from United States military service during one of the

following periods:April 16, 1917-November 11, 1918; December 7, 1941-December

31, 1946; June 25, 1950-July 27, 1953; or October 1, 1961-March 29, 1973.This

award, available to New York State residents, is independent of family income or

tuition and is made in addition to other grants or awards to which the applicant may

be entitled.

State Aid to Native Americans

Awards of $1,100 per year for a maximum of four years of study are available to

members of Native American tribes located on reservations within New York State.

Additional information can be obtained by writing to the Native American

Education Unit, New York State Education Department, Albany, NY 12234.

Higher Education Opportunity Program (HEOP)

HEOP awards are given to academically and financially disadvantaged students

admitted to the HEOP. Such awards are packaged with other needed assistance.

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The Trustees

Stuart L. Scott, Chairman

Chester A. Siuda, Vice Chairman

Life Trustees

Elected Term Expires

William M. Bristol III, A.B., Newtown, PA 1965 Life

Richard W. Couper, M.A., Clinton, NY 1967 Life

Ralph E. Hansmann, M.B.A., New York, NY 1969 Life

Sol M. Linowitz, LL.B., Washington, DC 1969 Life

James L. Ferguson, M.B.A., Charleston, SC 1973 Life

J. Carter Bacot, LL.B., Montclair, NJ 1974 Life

Robert G. Howard, A.B., Delray Beach, FL 1975 Life

James T. Rhind, LL.B., Chicago, IL 1975 Life

Eugenie A. Havemeyer, Ph.D., New York, NY 1978 Life

Elizabeth J. McCormack, A.B., New York, NY 1978 Life

Francis H. Musselman, J.D., Hammond, NY 1978 Life

Donald R. Osborn, LL.B., New York, NY 1978 Life

Gerald V. Dirvin, A.B., Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 1979 Life

Silas Keehn, M.B.A., Winnetka, IL 1979 Life

David E. Harden,A.B., McConnellsville, NY 1981 Life

Hans H. Schambach, New York, NY 1983 Life

Keith S.Wellin, M.B.A., New York, NY 1984 Life

Christina E. Carroll, San Francisco, CA 1986 Life

Leonard E. Kingsley, M.B.A., San Francisco, CA 1988 Life

Kevin W. Kennedy, M.B.A., New York, NY 1990 Life

Carl B. Menges, M.B.A., New York, NY 1990 Life

Susan Valentine, B.A., Princeton, NJ 1991 Life

Nancy Ferguson Seeley, B.A., Naples, FL 1992 Life

Thomas J. Schwarz,J.D., Purchase, NY 1993 Life

David E. Mason, J.D., Northfield, IL 1994 Life

Joseph F. Anderson, B.A., Dorset,VT 1995 Life

Lee C. Garcia, M.B.A., Scottsdale,AZ 1992 Life

Charter Trustees

Stuart L. Scott, J.D., Chicago, IL 1989 2007

(Alumni Trustee 1985-89)

Charles O. Svenson, LL.M., New York, NY 1991 2009

(Alumni Trustee 1979-83)

Chester A. Siuda, M.B.A., Milford, NJ 1992 2009

(Alumni Trustee 1987-91)

Stephen H. Anthony, M.B.A., Boston, MA 1993 2005

(Alumni Trustee 1988-92)

Howard J. Schneider, M.D., New York, NY 1993 2005

(Alumni Trustee 1988-92)

Mary Burke Partridge, Ed.M., Brookside, NJ 1994 2010

Patricia Tolles Smalley, B.A., Larchmont, NY 1994 2010

George F. Little II, A.B., New York, NY 1996 2010

(Alumni Trustee 1993-96)

Drew S. Days III, LL.B., New Haven, CT 1997 2009

(Alumni Trustee 1986-90; Charter Trustee 1992-93)

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A. Barrett Seaman, M.B.A., Ardsley-on-Hudson, NY 1997 2008

(Alumni Trustee 1989-93, 1994-95)

Arthur J. Massolo, J.D., Glencoe, IL 1998 2010

(Alumni Trustee 1990-94)

A. G. Lafley, M.B.A., Cincinnati, OH 1998 2005

(Alumni Trustee 1991-95)

Joel W. Johnson, M.B.A., Austin, MN 1999 2005

(Alumni Trustee 1994-98)

Susan E. Skerritt, M.B.A., New York, NY 2000 2006

(Alumni Trustee 1994-98)

Jack Withiam, Jr., J.D., Greenwich, CT 2000 2006

(Alumni Trustee 1994-99)

Henry W. Bedford, M.B.A., London, England 2002 2008

(Alumni Trustee 1998-2002)

Sean K. Fitzpatrick, A.B., Williamsburg,VA 2002 2008

(Alumni Trustee 1997-2001)

Linda E. Johnson, J.D., New York, NY 2002 2008

(Alumni Trustee 1998-2002)

Robert V. Delaney, Jr., M.B.A., Westfield, NJ 2003 2009

(Alumni Trustee 1998-99)

Joan Hinde Stewart, Ph.D., Clinton, NY 2003

Amy Owens Goodfriend, M.B.A., Greenwich, CT 2003 2009

(Alumni Trustee 1999-2003)

John G. Rice,A.B., Atlanta, GA 2003 2009

(Alumni Trustee 1999-2003)

Jaime E.Yordan, M.B.A., New Canaan, CT 2003 2009

(Alumni Trustee 1992-1996)

Alumni Trustees

David W. Blood, M.B.A., London, England 2001 2005

Michael A. Keller, M.A., Stanford, CA 2001 2005

Beth P. Robitaille,A.B., Winnetka, IL 2001 2005

Mason P. Ashe, J.D., Orlando, FL 2002 2006

James A. Morgan, Jr., M.B.A., Ridgewood, NJ 2002 2006

Melinda J.Wagner, Ph.D., Ridgewood, NJ 2002 2006

Stuart J. Hamilton, J.D., Sudbury, MA 2003 2007

Matthew M. McKenna, J.D., Bronxville, NY 2003 2007

Julie A. North, J.D., New York, NY 2003 2007

K. Blake Darcy, A.B., Upper Saddle River, NJ 2004 2008

Petros G. Kitsos, M.B.A., Los Angeles, CA 2004 2008

R. Christopher Regan, M.B.A., Mendham, NJ 2004 2008

Secretary to the Board of Trustees

Meredith Harper Bonham, Executive Assistant to the President

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The Faculty

Emeriti/Emeritae

George Wilbon Bahlke

Professor of English; A.B. and A.M., University of Chicago; A.B., Swarthmore College;

Ph.D.,Yale University

Russell Thorn Blackwood III

John Stewart Kennedy Professor of Philosophy; A.B., Dartmouth College; A.M., Colgate

University; Ph.D., Columbia University

Stephen Bonta

Margaret Bundy Scott Professor of Music; A.B.,Yale University; A.M., Columbia University;

A.M. and Ph.D., Harvard University

Austin Eugene Briggs, Jr.

Hamilton B.Tompkins Professor of English Literature; A.B., Harvard University; A.M. and

Ph.D., Columbia University

A. Duncan Chiquoine

Professor of Biology; A.B., Swarthmore College; Ph.D., Cornell University

Rouben Charles Cholakian

Burgess Professor of Romance Languages and Literature; A.B., Bates College; A.M. and

Ph.D., Columbia University

Leland Earl Cratty, Jr.

Professor of Chemistry; B.S., Beloit College; Ph.D., Brown University

James S. A. Cunningham

Professor of Classics; A.M. and B.D., University of Glasgow; B.Litt., University of Oxford;

A.M. and Ph.D., Princeton University

Françoise Davis

Instructor in French; Licence ès Lettres, University of Bordeaux

Jean Constance D’Costa

Leavenworth Professor of English; A.B., University College of the West Indies; M.Litt.,

University of Oxford

Edwin Borden Lee, Jr.

Professor of History;A.B., Duke University; A.M. and Ph.D., Columbia University

Dwight Newton Lindley

Professor of English; A.B., Hamilton College; A.M. and Ph.D., Columbia University

Eugene Milton Long

Professor of Physical Education; B.S. and M.S., State University of New York College at

Cortland

Ivan Marki

Edmund A. LeFevre Professor of English; A.B., University of Alberta;A.M. and Ph.D.,

Columbia University

Thomas Edward Murphy

Head Coach, Men’s Basketball; Professor of Physical Education; B.S. and M.Ed., Springfield

College

Philip M. Pearle

Professor of Physics; B.S., M.S. and Ph.D., Massachusetts Institute of Technology

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Donald Brandreth Potter

Professor of Geology; A.B.,Williams College; A.M., Brown University; Ph.D., California

Institute of Technology

Eugene Charles Putala

Professor of Biology; B.S. and M.S., University of Massachusetts; Ph.D., University of

California at Berkeley

Channing Bulfinch Richardson

Professor of International Affairs;A.B., Amherst College; Ph.D., Columbia University

Comfort Cary Richardson

Assistant Professor of Physical Education;A.B.,Vassar College; A.M., Haverford College

James Walter Ring

Winslow Professor of Physics;A.B., Hamilton College; Ph.D., University of Rochester

William Rosenfeld

Marjorie and Robert W. McEwen Professor of English; A.B., Utica College; A.M. and Ph.D.,

University of Minnesota

Richard Francis Somer

Upson Professor of Rhetoric and Oratory;A.B. and Ph.D., University of Illinois; A.M.,

Southern Illinois University

Charles Lafayette Todd

Professor of Speech; B.S., Hamilton College; A.M., Columbia University

Manfred E. von Schiller

Head Coach, Men’s Soccer and Lacrosse; B.S., State University of New York College at

Brockport;A.M., St. Lawrence University

Victoria V. Vernon

Associate Professor of Comparative Literature; B.A., California State University at Long

Beach; M.A., University of Southern California; Ph.D., University of California at Berkeley

Frederick Reese Wagner

Professor of English; A.B.,A.M. and Ph.D., Duke University

Sidney Wertimer

Professor of Economics; B.S., University of Pennsylvania;A.M., University of Buffalo; Ph.D.,

London School of Economics; L.H.D., Hamilton College (Hon.)

Active

This listing is alphabetical without respect to rank, and the date indicates the year of

initial appointment to the faculty.The letters F and S following a name indicate

terms of leave or off-campus teaching.The lower-case letters, f and s, indicate the

terms during which visiting faculty members will teach at the College.

Vivyan C. Adair (1998)

Elihu Root Peace Fund Associate Professor of Women’s Studies; B.A., M.A. and Ph.D.,

University of Washington, Seattle

John C. Adams (2002) fs

Visiting Professor of Communication; B.A. and M.A., University of California, Santa

Barbara; Ph.D., University of Washington

Peter J. Alvanos (2001)

Mary Jayne Comey and Mac Bristol ’43 Head Football Coach; Associate Professor of Physical

Education; A. A.,Anne Arundel Community College; B.S., Drexel University; M.A.,

University of Louisville

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Douglas Ambrose (1990)

Sidney Wertimer Associate Professor of History; B.A., Rutgers University; M.A., University of

Rochester; Ph.D., State University of New York at Binghamton

Tobin Anderson (2004)

Head Coach, Men’s Basketball; Assistant Professor of Physical Education; B.A.,Wesleyan

University; M.Ed., Florida State University

Frank Michael Anechiarico (1976)

Maynard-Knox Professor of Government and Law; A.B., Hamilton College; A.M. and

Ph.D., Indiana University

Yael Sharon Aronoff (2000)

Assistant Professor of Government; B.A., Princeton University; M.I.A., M. Phil. and Ph.D.,

Columbia University

David G. Bailey (1990)

Associate Professor of Geology; B.S., Bates College; M.S., Dalhousie University; Ph.D.,

Washington State University

Mark W. Bailey (1997)

Assistant Professor of Computer Science; B.A., University of Massachusetts, Amherst; M.S.

and Ph.D., University of Virginia

Erol M. Balkan (1987) F

James L. Ferguson Professor of Economics; B.A. and M.A., University of North Carolina at

Greensboro; Ph.D., State University of New York at Binghamton

John Bartle (1989)

Associate Professor of Russian; B. A . , Rutgers Unive r s i t y ; M . A . and Ph.D. , Indiana Unive r s i t y

Charlotte Beck (1985)

Professor of Anthropology; B.A., Auburn University; M.A. and Ph.D., University of

Washington

Richard E. Bedient (1979) S

Professor of Mathematics; B.S., Denison University;A.M., University of Pittsburgh; Ph.D.,

University of Michigan

Carole Ann Bellini-Sharp (1973)

Professor of Theatre; A.B. and A.M.,The Pennsylvania State University; Ph.D., Carnegie-

Mellon University

Verena K. Blechinger-Talcott (2003)

Assistant Professor of Government; M.A. and Ph.D., Munich University

Kara L. Bopp (2003) fs

Visiting Assistant Professor of Psychology; A.B., Hamilton College; M.A., New York

University; Ph.D., Syracuse University

Jennifer L. Silverman Borton (1998)

Assistant Professor of Psychology; A.B., Dartmouth College; Ph.D., University of Minnesota

Debra L. Boutin (1999)

Assistant Professor of Mathematics; A.S., Springfield Technical Community College; A.B.,

Smith College; Ph.D., Cornell University

James Bradfield (1976) S

Elias W. Leavenworth Professor of Economics; A.B.,A.M. and Ph.D., University of Rochester

Karen S. Brewer (1989)

Associate Professor of Chemistry; B.S., Ohio Northern University; Ph.D., Massachusetts

Institute of Technology

Daryl Britton (2004) fs

Visiting Instructor of Sociology; B.S., Auburn University; M.S., University of Illinois

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Hans Peter Broedel (1999) fs

Visiting Assistant Professor of History; B.A., M.A. and Ph.D., University of Washington

Shannon L. Bryant (2000)

Head Coach,Women’s Ice Hockey; Assistant Coach, Softball; Instructor in Physical Education;

B.A., Brown University

Heather R. Buchman (2001)

Assistant Professor of Music; B.M., Eastman School of Music; M.M., University of Michigan;

Professional Studies in Conducting,The Julliard School

Joanna Bulkley (2003) fs

Visiting Assistant Professor of Psychology; B.A., Portland State University; M.S. and Ph.D.,

University of Oregon

Jessica Noelle Burke (2004) fs

Visiting Instructor of Spanish; B.A.,Vanderbilt University; M.A., Princeton University

Alan W. Cafruny (1988) F

Henry Platt Bristol Professor of International Affairs; B.A., Kenyon College; M.Sc.,

University of London; M.A. and Ph.D., Cornell University

Alistair Campbell (1999)

Assistant Professor of Computer Science; A.B., Colgate University; M.S. and Ph.D.,

University of Buffalo

Peter Francesco Cannavó (2002) fs

Visiting Assistant Professor of Government;A.B., Harvard University; M.P.A., Princeton

University; Ph.D., Harvard University

Rand Carter (1970)

Professor of Art History; A.B., Columbia University; M.F.A. and Ph.D., Princeton University

John Ceballes (2004) fs

Visiting Instructor of Philosophy; B.A., University of Denver; M.A., University of Colorado

Daniel F. Chambliss (1981)

The Christian A. Johnson “Excellence in Teaching” Professor of Sociology;A.B., New College;

A.M., M.Phil. and Ph.D.,Yale University

Wen-Hui Chen (2004) fs

Visiting Instructor of East Asian Languages; B.A., Providence University

Sally Cockburn (1991)

Associate Professor of Mathematics; B.Sc. and M.Sc., Queen’s University, Canada; Ph.D.,Yale

University

Brian Collett (1986)

Associate Professor of Physics; B.A. and M.A., University of Cambridge; Ph.D., Princeton

University

Mark Cryer (1999)

Assistant Professor of Theatre and Dance; B.A., University of Minnesota; M.F.A., Royal

Scottish Academy of Music and Drama, Glasgow

Alexis Dankulic (2004)

Head Coach,Women’s Volleyball; Assistant Professor of Physical Education; B.S. and M.S.,

Georgia Southern University

Carla P. Davis (2004) fs

Visiting Instructor of Sociology; B.A. and M.A., American University

T. J. Davis (2002)

Head Coach, Men’s and Women’s Swimming; Assistant Professor of Physical Education; B.A.,

State University of New York at Albany; M.A., Union College

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Richard W. Decker (1985) S

Professor of Computer Science;A.B., Dartmouth College; M.A., Pennsylvania State

University; M.S., Stanford University; Ph.D., Ohio State University

Danielle M. DeMuth (2001) fs

Visiting Assistant Professor of Women’s Studies; B.A., Heidelberg College; M.A. and Ph.D.,

The University of Toledo

Julie Diehl (1997)

Head Coach,Women’s Basketball; Assistant Coach,Volleyball; Assistant Professor of Physical

Education; A.B., Hamilton College; M.S., Indiana University

Cynthia R. Domack (1985)

Professor of Geology; B.A., Colby College; M.A. and Ph.D., Rice University

Eugene W. Domack (1985) F

Professor of Geology; B.S., University of Wisconsin; M.A. and Ph.D., Rice University

Katheryn Hill Doran (1990)

Associate Professor of Philosophy; B.A., University of Pittsburgh; M.A. and Ph.D., University

of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Amber N. Douglas (2004) s

Visiting Instructor of Psychology; B.A., Barnard College; M.A. University of Connecticut

Carol Ann Drogus (1988) S

Professor of Government; A.B., Mount Holyoke College; M.A. and Ph.D., University of

Wisconsin

Kermit Dunkelberg (2004) s

Visiting Assistant Professor of Theatre and Dance; B.F.A., Drake University; M.A.,Tufts

University; Ph.D., New York University

Theodore J. Eismeier (1978) S

Professor of Government; A.B., Dartmouth College; M.Phil. and Ph.D.,Yale University

Timothy E. Elgren (1993) FS

Associate Professor of Chemistry; B.A. Hamline University; Ph.D., Dartmouth College

Stephen James Ellingson (2004)

Assistant Professor of Sociology; B.A., Seattle Pacific University; M.A., Luther Northwestern

Theological Seminary; M.A. and Ph.D., University of Chicago

Didar Erdinç (2003) fs

Visiting Assistant Professor of Economics; B.A., Bogaziçi University; M.A. and Ph.D.,

University of Southern California

Stephen M. Festin (1999)

Assistant Professor of Biology; B.S.,Villanova University; M.S. and Ph.D.,Albany Medical

College, New York

Rob Foels (2003) f

Visiting Instructor of Psychology; B.A., University of Iowa; M.A., Syracuse University

Marta Folio (2001) fs

Visiting Assistant Professor of German; B.A. and M.A., University of Delaware; Ph.D.,

Vanderbilt University

A.Todd Franklin (1997)

Associate Professor of Philosophy; B.A., University of Chicago; Ph.D., Stanford University

Ann Frechette (2000)

Luce Junior Professor of Asian Studies and Assistant Professor of Anthropology; A.B.,

Hamilton College; Ph.D., Harvard University

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Celeste M. Friend (2002) fs

Visiting Assistant Professor of Philosophy; B.A., University of Massachusetts at Amherst;

M.Phil. and Ph.D., Graduate Center of the City University of New York

Edward Sean Gallagher (2004) fs

Visiting Instructor of Sociology; B.A., Fordham College

Gillian Gane (1999)

Assistant Professor of English; B.A., Rhodes University, South Africa; B.A. with Honors,

University of the Witwatersrand, South Africa; M.A., University of Essex, England;

Ph.D.,University of Massachusetts at Amherst

L. Ella Gant (1991)

Associate Professor of A rt ; B. S. , U n i versity of W i s c o n s i n ; M . F. A . , U n i v ersity of Texas at Au s t i n

David A. Gapp (1979)

Professor of Biology; B.S. and A.M., College of William and Mary; Ph.D., Boston University

Janetta Mary Garrett (1985)

Professor of Biology; M.I. Biol., North East Surrey College of Technology; M.Sc.,Trent

University; Ph.D.,Texas A & M University

Soledad Gelles (2002)

Assistant Professor of Spanish; B.A., Universidad Ricardo Palma; M.A.,Tufts University;

M.A., University of California; Ph.D., Stanford University

Margaret Gentry (1982) S

Professor of Women’s Studies; A.B., Duke University; Ph.D.,Washington University

Christophre Georges (1989) F

Professor of Economics; B.A., Connecticut College; M.A. and Ph.D., University of Michigan

George Albert Gescheider (1964)

Professor of Psychology; B.S., Denison University; M.S.,Tulane University; Ph.D., University

of Virginia

Dennis Gilbert (1975) FS

Professor of Sociology; A.B., University of California at Berkeley; A.M., University of Oregon;

Ph.D., Cornell University

Colette Gilligan (2002)

Head Coach,Women’s Soccer; Assistant Professor of Physical Education; B.S., Methodist

College; M.Ed., East Carolina University

Barbara Kirk Gold (1989)

Professor of Classics; B.A., University of Michigan; M.A. and Ph.D., University of North

Carolina at Chapel Hill

Steve J. Goldberg (1998)

Associate Professor of Art History; B.A., Brooklyn College of the City University of New

York; M.A., University of Hawaii; Ph.D., University of Michigan

Philip Grady (1983)

Head Coach, Men’s Ice Hockey; Intramural Director; Professor of Physical Education; B.S.,

Norwich University; M.S., State University of New York at Albany

Kevin P. Grant (1997) FS

Associate Professor of History; B.A., University of California at Berkeley; M.A., University of

Chicago; Ph.D., University of California at Berkeley

Naomi Guttman (1996)

AssociateProfessor of English; B.F.A., Concordia University, M.F.A.,Warren Wilson College;

M.A., Loyola Marymount University; Ph.D., University of Southern California

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Martine Guyot-Bender (1991) FS

Associate Professor of French; License d’Anglais option Linguistique, University of Metz;

M.A. and Ph.D., University of Oregon

Paul Alan Hagstrom (1991)

Associate Professor of Economics; B.A., St. Olaf College; M.S. and Ph.D., University of

Wisconsin

Shelley Patricia Haley (1989) S

Professor of Classics and Africana Studies; A.B., Syracuse University; Ph.D., University of

Michigan

Tina May Hall (2001)

Assistant Professor of English; B.A., University of Arizona; M.F.A., Bowling Green

University; Ph.D., University of Missouri at Columbia

Lydia R. Hamessley (1991)

Associate Professor of Music; B.Mus.Ed.,Texas Lutheran College; M.A. and Ph.D.,

University of Minnesota

Elaine Heekin (1985)

Associate Professor of Dance; B.A., State University of New York College at Brockport; M.A.,

University of California at Los Angeles

Stuart H. Hirshfield (1982)

Stephen Harper Kirner Professor of Computer Science; B.S., University of Michigan; M.S. and

Ph.D., Syracuse University

Robert G. Hopkins (1983) S

Associate Professor of Music;A.B., Oberlin College; M.A. and Ph.D., University of

Pennsylvania

Brett C. Hull (1991)

Head Coach, Men’s Indoor and Outdoor Track and Men’s Cross Country; Associate Professor

of Physical Education; B.S. and M.Ed., Frostburg State University

Ellen Hull (2001)

Head Coach,Women’s Indoor and Outdoor Track, and Women’s Cross Country;Assistant

Professor of Physical Education; B.S., State University of New York at Plattsburgh; M.S.,

Ithaca College

Stephenson Humphries-Brooks (1983)

Associate Professor of Religious Studies; A.B.,William Jewell College; M.Div., Southern

Baptist Theological Seminary; Ph.D., Columbia University

Mihyang Cecilia Hwangpo (1998)

Assistant Professor of Spanish; B.A., City University of New York; Ph.D.,

Yale University

Jenny Irons (2003)

Assistant Professor of Sociology; B.A., Millsaps College; M.A. and Ph.D., University of

Arizona

Maurice Isserman (1990)

Professor of History and Coordinator of the Writing Center; B.A., Reed College; M.A. and

Ph.D., University of Rochester

Joy Ann James (2004) s

Visiting Professor of Africana Studies; B.A., St. Mary’s University; M.A., Columbia

University; M.A. and Ph.D., Fordham University

Marianne Janack (2001)

Assistant Professor of Philosophy; B.A., Colgate University; M.A. and Ph.D., Syracuse

University

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Elizabeth J. Jensen (1983) FS

Professor of Economics; B. A . , S w a rthmore College; P h . D. , M a s s a c husetts Institute of Te c h n o l o g y

Hong Gang Jin (1989)

Professor of Chinese; B. A . , Shanxi Unive r s i t y ; M . A . and Ph.D. , U n i versity of Illinois

Derek Charles Jones (1972)

The Irma M. and Robert D. Morris Professor of Economics; A.B., University of Newcastle

upon Tyne; M.Sc., London School of Economics; A.M. and Ph.D., Cornell University

George T. Jones (1985)

Professor of Anthropology; B.A., M.A. and Ph.D., University of Washington

Gordon L. Jones (1999)

Assistant Professor of Physics; B.A.,Williams College; M.A. and Ph.D., Princeton University

Masaaki Kamiya (2002)

Assistant Professor of East Asian Languages; B.A., Dokkyo University; M.A. Ed., East

Carolina University; Ph.D., University of Maryland

Esther Sue Kanipe (1976)

Marjorie and Robert W. McEwen Professor of History;A.B., University of North Carolina at

Greensboro; A.M. and Ph.D., University of Wisconsin

Robert Kantrowitz (1990)

Associate Professor of Mathematics; A.B., Hamilton College; M.A., M.Phil. and Ph.D.,

Syracuse University

John Keady (2001)

Assistant Coach , F o o t b a l l ; Assistant Professor of Physical Education; B.A., Ithaca College;

M.A., State University of New York at Albany

Neal B. Keating (2003) fs

Visiting Assistant Professor of Religious Studies; B.A., Pace University; M.A. and Ph. D.,

State University of New York, Albany

Shoshana Keller (1995) FS

Associate Professor of History; B.A., Carleton College; M.A. and Ph.D., Indiana University

Alfred H. Kelly (1981)

Edgar B. Graves Professor of History; A.B., University of Chicago; A.M. and Ph.D.,

University of Wisconsin

Timothy J. Kelly (1982)

Associate Professor of Mathematics; A.B., University of Scranton; A.M., Stanford University;

M.S. and Ph.D., University of New Hampshire

James C. King III (2000)

Head Coach, Men’s and Women’s Tennis and Squash; Instructor of Physical Education; B.A.,

Williams College

Robin Bryan Kinnel (1966) FS

Silas D. Childs Professor of Chemistry; A.B., Harvard University; Ph.D., Massachusetts

Institute of Technology

Karl N. Kirschner (2004) fs

Visiting Assistant Professor of Chemistry; B.A., Lake Forest College; Ph.D., University of

Georgia

Philip Alan Klinkner (1995)

James S. Sherman Associate Professor of Government; B.A., Lake Forest College; M.A.,

M.Phil. and Ph.D.,Yale University

Patricia Kloidt (2002)

Head Coach,Women’s Lacrosse; Assistant Coach,Women’s Soccer;Assistant Professor of

Physical Education; B.S.,The Pennsylvania State University; M.S., Smith College

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Larry Edward Knop (1977)

Professor of Mathematics; B.S., University of Washington; M.S., University of Miami;

Ph.D., University of Utah

Catherine Gunther Kodat (1995) FS

Associate Professor of English; B.A., University of Baltimore; M.A. and Ph.D., Boston

University

Tolga Koker (2001) fs

Visiting Assistant Professor of Economics; B.A. and M.A., Middle East Technical University;

M.A., University of Pittsburgh; M.A. and Ph.D., University of Southern California

G. Roberts Kolb (1981)

Professor of Music;A.B., Occidental College; M.A.,California State University at Fullerton;

D.M.A., University of Illinois

Roberta Lyles Krueger (1980) F,S

Professor of French; A.B.,Wesleyan University; A.M. and Ph.D., University of California

at Santa Cruz

Doran Larson (1998)

Associate Professor of English; B.A., University of California at Santa Cruz; M.A. and

Ph.D.,The State University of New York at Buffalo

Craig Thomas Latrell (2000) S

Associate Professor of Theatre and Dance; B. A . in Theatre and B. A . in Psych o l o gy, Reed College;

M.F.A. and D.F.A.,Yale University

Herman K. Lehman (1996)

Associate Professor of Biology ; B. S. , U n i versity of West Flori d a ; P h . D. , F l o r ida State Unive r s i t y

Michelle LeMasurier (2001) S

Assistant Professor of Mathematics; B.A., University of Colorado at Boulder; M.A.; New York

University; Ph.D., University of Georgia

Joshua Lesperance (2002) fs

Visiting Assistant Professor of Mathematics; B.S., Rochester Institute of Technology; M.S. and

Ph.D., University of Notre Dame

Cheng Li (1991)

William R. Kenan Professor of Government; M.D., Jing An Medical School, Shanghai; B.A.,

East China Normal University; M.A., University of California at Berkeley; Ph.D., Princeton

University

Seth Andrew Major (2000)

Assistant Professor of Physics; B.A., Swarthmore College; M.S., Syracuse University; Ph.D.,

The Pennsylvania State University

Joseph T. Malloy (1982)

Associate Professor of German; A.B. and A.M., State University of New York at Binghamton;

Ph.D., University of Virginia

Robert W.T. Martin (1997)

Assistant Professor of Government; B.A.; University of Connecticut; Ph.D., University of

Minnesota

Mark Masterson (2002) fs

Visiting Assistant Professor of Classics; B.A., Stanford University; M.A.T., University of

North Carolina at Chapel Hill; Ph.D., University of Southern California

Eugene McCabe (2002)

Head Coach, Men’s Lacrosse; Assistant Coach, Football; Instructor of Physical Education;

B.A., Bates College

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Michael L. McCormick (2002)

Assistant Professor of Biology; B.S., Ohio State University; M.S. and Ph.D., University of

Michigan

John C. McEnroe (1983)

Professor of Art History; B.A., Michigan State University; M.A., University of Michigan;

Ph.D., University of Toronto

Tara Eberhardt McKee (2002)

Assistant Professor of Psychology; B.S., Bucknell University; M.A. and Ph.D., University of

Connecticut

Jeremy Tyler Medina (1968) F

Burgess Professor of Romance Languages and Literature; A.B., Princeton University; A.M.,

Middlebury College; Ph.D., University of Pennsylvania

Sue Ann Miller (1975)

Professor of Biology; A.B.,A.M. and Ph.D., University of Colorado

Peter J. Millet (1968) S

Litchfield Professor of Physics; B.S., Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute; M.S. and Ph.D.,

Syracuse University

Chandra Talpade Mohanty (1991) FS

Professor of Women’s Studies; B.A. and M.A., University of Delhi; M.A. and Ph.D.,

University of Illinois

Cheryl A. Morgan (1990)

Associate Professor of French; B.A., Dartmouth College; M.A., Middlebury College; Ph.D.,

Columbia University

Robert Bruce Muirhead III (1972)

Professor of Art; B.F.A., Rhode Island School of Design; M.F.A., Boston University School

of Fine Arts

Rebecca Murtaugh (2004) fs

Visiting Assistant Professor of Art; B.A., Pennsylvania State University; M.F.A.,Virginia

Commonwealth University

Joseph Epoka Mwantuali (1995)

Associate Professor of French; B.A. and M.A., University of Zaire; M.S., New Hampshire

College; Ph.D.,The Pennsylvania State University

Perry Nizzi (1998)

Head Coach, Men’s Soccer; Assistant Coach, Softball; Associate Professor of Physical

Education; B.A. and M.A., State University of New York at Cortland

Leslie Norton (1984) S

Associate Professor of Dance; B.A., Butler University; M.A., Indiana University

Vincent Odamtten (1985)

Professor of English; B.A. and M.A., University of Cape Coast, Ghana; Ph.D., State

University of New York at Stony Brook

Onno Oerlemans (1999) S

Associate Professor of English; B.A. and M.A., Queen’s University, Kingston, Canada;

Ph.D.,Yale University

Kyoko Omori (2002)

Assistant Professor of East Asian Languages; B.A., Kwansei Gakuin University; M.A. and

Ph.D., Ohio State University

John C. O’Neal (1984) S

Professor of French; B.A.,Washington and Lee University; M.A., Middlebury College; Ph.D.,

University of California at Los Angeles

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John Higbee O’Neill (1972) S

Edmund A. LeFevre Professor of English; B.S.,Wisconsin State College; A.M. and Ph.D.,

University of Minnesota

Patricia O’Neill (1986)

Professor of English; B.A., California State University at Los Angeles; M.A. and Ph.D.,

Northwestern University

Juan Ormaza (2001) S

Assistant Professor of Art; B.F.A., Instituto de Bellas Artes (Mexico City); M.F.A.,Alfred

University

Melek Su Ortabasi (2001)

Assistant Professor of Comparative Literature; B.A., University of California at Berkeley;

M.A. and Ph.D., University of Washington

Stephen W. Orvis (1988) S

Professor of Government; B.A., Pomona College; M.A. and Ph.D., University of Wisconsin

Ann L. Owen (1997)

Associate Professor of Economics and Director of the Arthur Levitt Public Affairs Center; B.A.,

Boston University; M.B.A., Babson College; M.A. and Ph.D., Brown University

Robert C. Palusky (1969) FS

John and Anne Fischer Professor of the Fine Arts; B.F.A. and A.M., University of Wisconsin;

M.F.A., Rochester Institute of Technology

Anand S. Pandian (2004) fs

Visiting Instructor of Anthropology and History; B.A.,Amherst College

Robert L. Paquette (1981)

Publius Virgilius Rogers Professor of American History; A.B. and A.M., Bowling Green

University; Ph.D., University of Rochester

David C. Paris (1979)

Professor of Government and Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean of the Faculty;

A.B., Hamilton College; A.M. and Ph.D., Syracuse University

Samuel Frank Pellman (1979)

Professor of Music; B.Mus., Miami University; A.M. and D.M.A., Cornell University

William A. Pfitsch (1989)

Associate Professor of Biology ; A . B . , Oberlin College; M . S . and Ph.D. , U n i versity of Wa s h i n g t o n

Catherine Waite Phelan (2000)

Associate Professor of Communication; B.A. and Ph.D., University of Illinois at Urbana-

Champaign

Jennifer Phillips (2004) fs

Visiting Assistant Professor of French; B.A., University of California; M.A. and Ph.D.,Yale

University

Gregory Richard Pierce (1991)

Associate Professor of Psychology; B.S., M.S. and Ph.D., University of Washington

Kirk E. Pillow (1997)

Associate Professor of Philosophy and Associate Dean of the Faculty; B.A.,Trinity University;

M.A. and Ph.D., Northwestern University

Jeffrey Lawrence Pliskin (1982)

Associate Professor of Economics;A.B., State University of New York at Binghamton; A.M.

and Ph.D., University of Michigan

Deborah Frances Pokinski (1978)

Associate Professor of Art History;A.B., Randolph-Macon Woman’s College; A.M. and

Ph.D., Cornell University

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Nancy Sorkin Rabinowitz (1974)

Margaret Bundy Scott Professor of Comparative Literature;A.B., City College of the

University of New York; Ph.D., University of Chicago

Peter Jacob Rabinowitz (1974)

Professor of Comparative Literature; A.B.,A.M. and Ph.D., University of Chicago

Gita Rajan (2004) fs

Jane Watson Irwin Visiting Associate Professor of Women’s Studies; B.A., Banaras Hindu

University; M.A., University of Oklahoma; Ph.D., University of Arizona

Heidi M. Ravven (1983) F

Professor of Religious Studies; B.A., M.A. and Ph.D., Brandeis University

Douglas A. Raybeck (1970)

Professor of Anthropology;A.B., Dartmouth College; Ph.D., Cornell University

Todd W. Rayne (1993)

Associate Professor of Geology; B.S., Montana State University; M.S. and Ph.D., University

of Wisconsin

Robert Redfield (1986)

Samuel F. Pratt Professor of Mathematics; B.A., Reed College; M.A., University of Oregon;

Ph.D., Simon Fraser University

Patrick D. Reynolds (1992)

Associate Professor of Biology; B.Sc., University College, Galway, National University of

Ireland; Ph.D., University of Victoria, British Columbia

Anthony E. Richardson (2003) fs

Visiting Instructor of Psychology; B.A., University of California, San Diego; M.A., University

of California, Santa Barbara

David P. Rideout (2003) fs

Visiting Assistant Professor of Physics; B.E., Georgia Institute of Technology; M.S. and Ph.D.,

Syracuse University

Sharon Werning Rivera (1999) F

Assistant Professor of Government; B.A., University of California at Davis; M.A.,The Johns

Hopkins University; M.A. and Ph.D., University of Michigan

Matthew P. Romaniello (2004) fs

Visiting Assistant Professor of History; B.A., Brown University; M.A. and Ph.D., Ohio State

University

Ian J. Rosenstein (1994)

Associate Professor of Chemistry; B.S., Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Ph.D., Duke

University

Brian J. Rosmaita (2002) F

Assistant Professor of Computer Science; B.A. and M.S.,Vanderbilt University; Ph.D.,

University of Notre Dame

Carl A. Rubino (1989)

Edward North Professor of Classics; A.B. and A.M., Fordham University; Ph.L.,Woodstock

College/Loyola Seminary; Ph.D., State University of New York at Buffalo

Carol Schreier Rupprecht (1974) S

Professor of Comparative Literature; B.S., University of Virginia; A.M, M.Phil. and Ph.D.,

Yale University

Henry John Rutz (1976) S

Professor of Anthropology;A.B., Lawrence University;A.M., University of Hawaii; Ph.D.,

McGill University

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William Salzillo (1973)

Professor of Art and Curator of the Hamilton Collects Program; A.B., Middlebury College;

B.F.A., Rhode Island School of Design; M.F.A., Cranbrook Academy of Art

Susan Sánchez-Casal (1992) F,S

Associate Professor of Spanish; B.A., M.A. and Ph.D., University of California at Riverside

Jodi Schorb (2003) fs

Visiting Instructor of English; B.A., Northwestern University; M.A., San Francisco State

University

Franklin A. Sciacca (1984) F

Associate Professor of Russian; B.A., M.A. and Ph.D., Columbia University

Richard Hughes Seager (1994)

Associate Professor of Religious Studies; B.A., University of Wisconsin; M.T.S., Harvard

Divinity School; A.M. and Ph.D., Harvard University

Kamila Shamsie (2004) s

Visiting Assistant Professor of English; A.B., Hamilton College; M.F.A., University of

Massachusetts

George C. Shields (1998)

Winslow Professor of Chemistry; B.A., M.S. and Ph.D., Georgia Institute of Technology

Cathy L. Silber (2003) fs

Visiting Assistant Professor of East Asian Languages; B.A. and M.A., University of Iowa;

Ph.D., University of Michigan

Ann J. Silversmith (1989)

Professor of Physics; A.B., Oberlin College; M.Sc., University of Wisconsin; Ph.D., Australian

National University

Robert Leonard Simon (1968)

Professor of Philosophy; A.B., Lafayette College; Ph.D., University of Pennsylvania

Richard Stahnke (2000) fs

Visiting Assistant Professor of Economics; B.A.,Yale University; M.A., M. Phil. and Ph.D.,

Columbia University

David W. Steitz (2004) fs

Visiting Instructor of Psychology; B.A., Drew University; M.S., Syracuse University

Joan Hinde Stewart (2003)

Professor of French and President of the College; B. A . , S t . J o s e p h ’s College; P h . D. , Yale Unive r s i t y

Nathaniel Cushing Strout (1980) F

Associate Professor of English;A . B . , Carleton College;A . M . and Ph.D. , U n i ver sity of Roch e s t e r

Eric S. Summers (2004)

Head Coach, Men’s and Women’s Crew; Assistant Professor of Physical Education; B.A.,

Colgate University; M.B.A., Syracuse University

Christine E. Swain (2002) fs

Visiting Assistant Professor of Spanish; B.A., Middlebury College; M.A. and Ph.D., Cornell

University

Santiago Tejerina-Canal (1984)

Professor of Spanish; Licenciatura, Filosofia y Letras, Universidad Central de Barcelona; M.A.

and Ph.D., University of Massachusetts at Amherst

Katherine Hikes Terrell (2004) fs

Visiting Instructor of English; B.A., Kenyon College; M. Phil., Oxford University; M.A.,

University of Toronto

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Barbara J.Tewksbury (1978) F

William R. Kenan Professor of Geology; B.S., St. Lawrence University; M.S. and Ph.D.,

University of Colorado

Margaret Olofson Thickstun (1988)

Professor of English; A.B., Mount Holyoke College; M.A. and Ph.D., Cornell University

David W.Thompson (1983)

Director of Athletics;Assistant Coach, Men’s and Women’s Swimming; Professor of Physical

Education; A.B., Colgate University; M.S., Syracuse University

Edith Toegel (1992)

Associate Professor of German and Coordinator of Study Abroad Programs; B.A. and M.A.,

Tufts University; Ph.D., University of Washington

Lisa N.Trivedi (1998) FS

Assistant Professor of History; B.A., Hampshire College; M.A., University of Chicago;

Ph.D., University of California at Davis

Bonnie Urciuoli (1988)

Professor of Anthropology; B.A., Syracuse University; M.A. and Ph.D., University of Chicago

Jonathan Vaughan (1971) FS

Professor of Psychology;A.B., Swarthmore College;A.M. and Ph.D., Brown University

Julio Videras (2002)

Assistant Professor of Economics; B.A., Universidad de Málaga; M.A. and Ph.D., University

of Colorado at Boulder

Susan Viscomi (1997)

Associate Professor of Physical Education;Associate Director of Athletics and Director of Phy s i c a l

Education; B.S.E., State University of New York at Cortland; M.A., Colgate University

Bruce Walczyk (1985)

Associate Professor of Dance; B.A., State University of New York College at Brockport;

M.A., University of California at Los Angeles

Stephen A.Waratuke (2003) fs

Visiting Assistant Professor of Chemistry; B.S., University of Pittsburgh; Ph.D., Purdue

University

Douglas Alexander Weldon (1977)

Stone Professor of Psychology; A.B., College of Wooster;A.M.,Towson State University;

Ph.D., State University of New York at Buffalo

Corey Wenger (2004)

Assistant Football Coach;Assistant Professor of Physical Education; B.A., University of

Miami; M.Ed., Shippensburg University

Richard William Werner (1975)

John Stewart Kennedy Professor of Philosophy; A.B., Rutgers University;A.M. and Ph.D.,

University of Rochester

Thomas Edward Wheatley (1990) FS

Associate Professor of English; B.A., Rhodes College; M.A., University of York; M.A. and

Ph.D., University of Virginia

Chad L.Williams (2004)

Instructor of History, B.A., University of California; M.A., Princeton University

Ernest H.Williams (1984)

Leonard C. Ferguson Professor of Biology; B.S.,Trinity College; M.A. and Ph.D., Princeton

University

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Jay Gomer Williams (1960)

Wallcott D. Bartlett Professor of Religious Studies; A.B., Hamilton College; M.Div., Union

Theological Seminary; Ph.D., Columbia University

Thomas A.Wilson (1989) S

Professor of History; B.A., University of Connecticut; A.M. and Ph.D., University of Chicago

Michael E.Woods (1993)

Associate Professor of Music; B.A., University of Akron; M.A., Indiana University; D.M.A.,

University of Oklahoma

Stephen Wu (2000)

Assistant Professor of Economics; B. S c . , Brown Unive r s i t y ; M . A . and Ph.D. , P r inceton Unive r s i t y

Paul Gary Wyckoff (1991)

Associate Professor of Government; B.A., Macalester College; Ph.D., University of Michigan

De Bao Xu (1991)

Associate Professor of Chinese; B.A.,Taiyuan Teacher’s College; M.A., Beijing Normal

University; M.A. and Ph.D., University of Illinois

Steven Yao (2002)

Assistant Professor of English; B.A. and B.S., University of Texas at Austin; Ph.D.,

University of California at Berkeley

Penny Linn Yee (1991)

Associate Professor of Psych o l o g y ; B. A . , Pomona College; M . S. and Ph.D. , U n i versity of Oregon

Special Appointments

Michael C. Bagge

Lecturer in Sociology; B.A.,Tufts University; J.D.,Tulane University School of Law

Rick Balestra

Lecturer in Music ( Jazz Guitar); B.A., Syracuse University; M.A., Ithaca College

Nesecan Balkan

Lecturer in Economics; B.S.,American College for Girls, Istanbul; B.S. and Ph.D., Istanbul

University

Kenneth M. Bart

Lecturer in Biology; B.A. and M.A., State University of New York at Binghamton

Suzanne Beevers

Lecturer in Music (Violoncello)

Stephen Best

Lecturer in Music (Keyboard and Organ; Keyboard Harmony); B.A. and M.Mus., Syracuse

University

Russell T. Blackwood III

Lecturer in Religious Studies; A.B., Dartmouth College; A.M., Colgate University; Ph.D.,

Columbia University

Milton Bloch

Visiting Professor of Art History; B.I.D., Pratt Institute; M.F.A., University of Florida

Austin E. Briggs, Jr.

Hamilton B.Tompkins Professor and Lecturer in English Litera t u r e ; A . B. , H a r va rd Unive r s i t y ;

A . M . and Ph.D. , Columbia Unive r s i t y

William Burd

Lecturer in Theatre and Director of Technical Theatre

Daniel Carno

Lecturer in Music (Oboe); B.Mus. and M.Mus., Syracuse University

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Edward Castilano

Lecturer in Music (Double Bass); B.Mus., Eastman School of Music

Paul Charbonneau

Lecturer in Music (Classical Guitar); B.Mus., University of New Mexico

Mike Cirmo

Lecturer in Music (Percussion); B.Mus., Crane School of Music, Potsdam College; M.A.,

Indiana University of Pennsylvania

Richard Decker

Lecturer in Music (Horn); B.Mus., Eastman School of Music; M.Mus.; Catholic University

of America

Robert C. Del Buono

Lecturer in Communication; B.S., Utica College; M.A., New York University

Sylvia de Swaan

Lecturer in Art

Anita Firman

Lecturer in Music (Vo i c e ) ; B. S. and M.M.E., State University of New York College at Fredonia

Diane Niblack Fox

Freeman Postdoctoral Fellow in Asian Studies; B.A., Stanford University; M.A., Portland

State University

Elena Chamorro García

Teaching Fellow in Spanish

Anat Glick

Lecturer in Critical Languages; B. A . , H a i f a Unive r s i t y

Gabriel Ian Gould

Lecturer in Music; B.A., Bard College; M.M. and D.M.A., University of Michigan

Linda Greene

Lecturer in Music (Flute); B.Mus., Syracuse University

Eric Gustafson

Lecturer in Music (Viola)

James Helmer

Lecturer in Oral Communication; B.A, State University of New York at Cortland; M.A.,

Syracuse University; Ph.D., University of Illinois

Lynn Hileman

Lecturer in Music (Bassoon); B.Mus., University of Michigan; M.Mus.,Yale University

Jim Johns

Lecturer in Music (Jazz Drums)

Sharon L. Kanfoush

Lecturer in Geology; B.S., Southampton College; M.S., State University of New York at

Buffalo; Ph.D., University of Florida

Lauralyn Kolb

Lecturer in Music (Voice); A.B., Occidental College; A.M., Smith College

Kevin A. Kwiat

Lecturer in Computer Science; B.S. and B.A., Utica College; M.S. and Ph.D., Syracuse

University

Ursula Kwasnieka

Lecturer in Music (Harp); B.Mus. and M.Mus., Manhattan School of Music

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Raymond W. Larzelere

Lecturer in Music (Voice); B.Mus., State University of New York College at Potsdam; M.A.,

State University of New York at Binghamton

Hsiao-Yun Liang

Teaching Fellow in East Asian Languages; B.A., National Chengchi University

Mei-Hsing Lin

Teaching Fellow in East Asian Languages; B.A.,Tamkang University

Richard G. Lloyd

Lecturer in Dance;A.B., Hamilton College; B.Mus. and M.Mus., McGill University

Madeline E. López

Lecturer in History and Education Studies; B.A., University of Pennsylvania; M.A., Princeton

University

Douglas Mark

Lecturer in Music (Trombone and Low Brass); B.A. and B.Mus., Northwestern University;

M.Mus. New England Conservatory; D. Mus., Eastman School

Susan A. Mason

Lecturer in and Director of the Program in Teacher Education and the Program in Oral

Communication; B.S., State University of New York College at Oswego; M.A., State

University of New York at Albany; M.S., Ithaca College

Sara Mastrangelo

Lecturer in Music (Violin); B.Mus., McGill University; M.Mus., University of Michigan

Jeffrey H. McArn

Lecturer in Oral Communication; B.A., Davidson College; M.Div., Harvard Divinity School

Rick Montalbano

Lecturer in Music ( Jazz Piano)

Judith Owens-Manley

Lecturer in Government; B.S., Utica College; M.S.W. and Ph.D., State University of New

York at Albany

Masako Murakami

Teaching Fellow in East Asian Languages; B.A., Portland State University

Colleen Roberts Pellman

Lecturer in Music (Piano) and Student Pianist Coach; B.Mus., Miami University; M.Mus.,

Ithaca College

Cyprian Piskurek

Teaching Fellow in German and Russian Languages and Literature

Susan Elizabeth Prill

Freeman Postdoctoral Fellow in Asian Studies; B.A., Bard College; M.A., University of

Michigan

Vladimir Pritsker

Lecturer in Music (Violin); M.Mus., Kharkov Institute of Art, Ukraine

Barbara Rabin

Lecturer in Music (Clarinet); B.A.,Wellesley College; M.A.,Wesleyan University

John Raschella

Lecturer in Music (Trumpet); Curtis Institute of Music

James Walter Ring

Lecturer in Physics;A.B., Hamilton College; Ph.D., University of Rochester

David W. Rivera

Lecturer in Government; A.B., Harvard University; M.A. and Ph.D., University of Michigan

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Monk Rowe

Lecturer in Music (Saxophone) and Joe Williams Director of the Jazz Archive; B.Mus.,

State University of New York College at Fredonia

Fatma Saïd

Teaching Fellow in French; D.E.A., University of Paris III

Jim Schreve

Lecturer in Physics; B.S., University of Wisconsin at Milwaukee; M.S., University of

Wisconsin at Madison

Philip Stewart

Visiting Professor of French; B.A. and Ph.D.,Yale University

Jeff Stockham

Lecturer in Music (Jazz Trumpet); B.A., Syracuse University; M.A., Eastman School of Music

Sar-Shalom Strong

Lecturer in Music (Piano) and Coordinator of Staff Pianists; B.A., Knox College; M.Mus.,

Syracuse University

Eugenia C.Taft

Lecturer in Critical Languages; B.A., Clark University; M.A., Middlebury College; M.A.T.,

Wesleyan University

Giles Wayland-Smith

Lecturer in Government; B.A., Amherst College; Ph.D., Syracuse University

Sidney Wertimer

Lecturer in Economics; B.S., University of Pennsylvania; A.M., University of Buffalo; Ph.D.,

London School of Economics; L.H.D., Hamilton College (Hon.)

Kim Wieczorek

Lecturer in Education Studies; B.A., University of Minnesota; M.A.,Teachers College of

New York

Sharon Williams

Lecturer in English and Director of the Writing Center; B.A.,Tufts University; M.Ed.,

Northeastern University

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Officers, Administration, Staff and

Maintenance & Operations

Officers of the College

Joan Hinde Stewart, President of the College

B.A., St. Joseph’s College; Ph.D.,Yale University

David C. Paris, Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean of the Faculty

A.B., Hamilton College; A.M. and Ph.D., Syracuse University

Karen L. Leach, Vice President, Administration and Finance

B.A.,Vassar College; M.B.A., Syracuse University

Nancy R.Thompson, Acting Dean of Students

B.S., State University College at Geneseo; M.Ed., St. Bonaventure University;

M.Ed., Springfield College

Monica C. Inzer, Dean of Admission and Financial Aid

B.A., Skidmore College

David L. Smallen, Vice President for Information Technology

B.S. and M.S., State University of New York at Albany; Ph.D., University of Rochester

Richard C.Tantillo, Vice President, Communications and Development

B.A., St. Bonaventure University; M.S., State University of New York at Albany

Office of the President

Joan Hinde Stewart, Ph.D., President of the College

Meredith Harper Bonham, Ed.M., Executive Assistant to the President and Secretary to the

Board of Trustees

Susan G. Campanie, A.A.S., Events Coordinator

Lauri P. Swan, B. A., Secretary to the Office of the President

Nikki Jarvis, Housekeeper

Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs and

Dean of the Faculty

David C. Paris, Ph.D., Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean of the Faculty

Kirk E. Pillow, Ph.D., Associate Dean of the Faculty

Karen M. Brown, Office Assistant, Office of the Dean of the Faculty

Linda Michels, A.A.S., Senior Assistant, Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs and

Dean of the Faculty

Kelly B.Walton, Senior Assistant, Office of Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean of

Faculty

Nancy Carpenter, Academic Office Assistant

Barbara J. DeBalso, Academic Office Assistant

Carole Ann Freeman, Academic Office Assistant

Susan Goldberg, Ph.D., Journal Assistant

Amelia S. Gowans, A.A.S., Academic Office Assistant

Heather Johnsen, M.M., Academic Office Assistant

Ruth Lessman, Academic Office Assistant

Carolyn J. Mascaro, Academic Office Assistant

Anne Riffle, Academic Office Assistant

Janet M. Siepiola, Academic Office Assistant

Terri Viglietta, B.S., Academic Office Assistant

Elenitsa Weld, B.A., Academic Office Assistant

Marcia D.Wilkinson, Academic Office Assistant

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Dawn E.Woodward, Academic Office Assistant

Sharon S. Gormley, B.A., Coordinator, ACCESS Project

Sarah R. Smith, Office Assistant,ACCESS Project

Dana H. Hubbard, B.A., Coordinator, Associated Colleges in China Program

Yin Zhang, M.A., Associate Field Director, Associated Colleges in China Program

Gena L. Hasburgh, B.A., Coordinator, Hamilton College Programs Abroad

Colin C. Boyd, B.A., Studio Technician

Jacquelyn S. Medina, Visual Resource Curator

Jacqueline M. Brown, A.B., Art Intern

Harvey S. Cramer, M.S., Supervisor, Introductory Laboratories

Pearl T. Gapp, B.S., Laboratory Coordinator

Kenneth M. Bart, M.D., Director, Electron Microscope Facility

Nicholas D. Brockner, B.S., System Administrator, Biology Computing Facility

Patricia Donovan,A.B., Biology Research Assistant

Anne M. Stepanick, B.A., Research Assistant

Charles J. Borton, B.A., Laboratory Supervisor in Chemistry

Shawna M. O’Neil, M.S., Director, Laboratories

Sue Ann Z. Senior, B.S., Laboratory Supervisor in Chemistry

Mary Beth Barth, M.A., Director, Critical Languages Program/Language Learning Center

Patrick R. Rafferty, Language Center Coordinator/Technologist

Robin A.Vanderwall, B.A., Kirkland Project Assistant

David A.Tewksbury, B.S., Geology Technician

Katherine McMullen, A.B., Co-Director, Antarctic Program

Leslie B. North, B.A., Coordinator for Health Professions Advising

Michelle Reiser-Memmer, M.A., Performing Arts Coordinator

Stephen K. Pullman, A.S., Science Technician

James L. Schreve, M.S., Director of Laboratories

Sally A. Corney, B.S., Animal Care Technician

Colby Fisher, A.B., Editorial Assistant

Anne M. Fontana, Research Assistant

Mary B. O’Neill, M.S., Academic Support Coordinator/Coordinator, Quantitative

Literacy Center

James E. Helmer, Ph.D., Oral Communication Lab Coordinator

Virginia L. Dosch, M.A., Student Fellowships Coordinator

Susan A. Mason, M.A. and M.S., Director, Education Studies/Director, Oral

Communication Program

William L. Burd, Director,Technical Theatre

Sharon F.Williams, M.Ed., Director,Writing Center

Dorian M. Critelli, B.A., Writing Center Assistant

Sharon L.Topi, A.B., Administrator, Arthur Levitt Public Affairs Center

Judith Owens-Manley, Ph.D., Associate Director of Community Research

Kristin M.T. Friedel, M.S., Registrar

Diane M. Brady, Staff Assistant for Registration

Ann S. Burns, Staff Assistant, Office of the Registrar

Kay S. Klossner, A.A.S., Staff Assistant for Student Records

Judith W. May, B.A., Student Services Assistant, Office of the Registrar

Phyllis A. Breland, M.Ed., Director, Opportunity Programs and Posse Mentor

Mark C. Montgomery, M.S., Educational and Support Services Counselor

Louise H. Peckingham, M.A., Electronic Reporting Coordinator, Higher Education

Opportunity Program

Brenda C. Davis, B.A., Office Coordinator

David E. Nathans, M.B.A., Acting Director, Emerson Gallery

Susanna M.White, M.A., Registrar and Curator, Emerson Gallery

Pauline Caputi, B.A., Office Assistant, Emerson Gallery

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David W.Thompson, M.S., Director of Athletics

Kimberly J. Hutchins, Senior Assistant, Athletics

Dennis C. Murphy, Athletic Equipment Manager

Nanci A. Phelan, A.A.S., Academic Office Assistant

James A.Taylor, B.A., Sports Information Director

Scott Siddon, M.S., Head Athletic Trainer

Patrick J. Giruzzi, B.S., Assistant Athletic Trainer

Robert P. Sawyer, M.S., Assistant Athletic Trainer

The Daniel Burke Library

Randall L. Ericson, M.L.S., Patricia Pogue and Richard Watrous Couper Librarian

Sharon M. Britton, M.L.S., Director, Public Services

Ken R. Herold, M.L.I.S., Director, Library Information Systems

Constance F. Roberts, M.L.S., Director,Technical Services

Marianita J. Amodio, A.A., Photography Services

Monk Rowe, B. M u s . , Joe Williams Director of the Jazz A r ch i v e

Katherine A.S. Collett, Ph.D., Archival Assistant

Peter J. MacDonald, A.M., Library Information Systems Specialist

Glynis V. Asu, A.M.L.S., Reference Librarian/Coordinator of Interlibrary Loan and

Document Delivery

Lynn M. Mayo, M.L.S., Reference Librarian/Coordinator of Electronic Resources

Julia E. Schult, M.S., Reference Librarian/Coordinator of Collection Managements

Kristin L. Strohmeyer, M.S., Reference Librarian/Coordinator of Library Instruction

Barbara E. Swetman, M.A., Acquisitions/Serials Coordinator

Jean F.Williams, M.L.S., Cataloguing/Database Quality Control Librarian

April S. Caprak, Assistant to the Librarian

Joan Clair, B.A., Music Library Coordinator

Margaret C. D’Aprix, Assistant, Interlibrary Loan

Genevieve F. Davis, B.A., Serials Assistant

Phillip J. Gisondi, Circulation Assistant

Linda J. Hodinger, Library Assistant, Circulation

Cynthia L. McKelvey, Evening Circulation Assistant

Ruth E. Melvin, Senior Serials Assistant

Abigail O. Morton, Senior Acquisitions Assistant

Shelley Moses, Assistant Cataloguer

Donna Lee Powles, Assistant Cataloguer

Kelly N. Rose, B.A., Circulation Assistant

Lucinda Savage, B.A., Assistant Cataloguer

Rebecca S. Seifert, M.A., Assistant Cataloguer

Cynthia A. Stern, Serials Assistant

Mark E.Tillson, Assistant Cataloguer

Mary Whittaker, Acquisitions Assistant

Joan T.Wolek, Assistant, Interlibrary Loan

Timothy J. Hicks, A.A., Director, Audiovisual Classroom Services

Mary Christeler, Evening Audiovisual Technician

Chip Hadity, B.A., Audiovisual Technician

Marilyn B. Huntley, B.S., Audiovisual Assistant

Stefany V. Lewis, A.A.S., Audiovisual Classroom Services Coordinator

Office of Administration and Finance

Karen L. Leach, B.A., M.B.A., Vice President, Administration and Finance

Jan Rishel, Secretary to the Vice President,Administration and Finance

Peter Blanchfield, M.S., Chief Investment Officer

Gordon J. Hewitt, Ph.D., Director, Institutional Research

Sarah G. Steele, B.S., C.E.B.S., Director, Personnel Services

Carol S. Bennett, B.S., Associate Director, Personnel Services

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Donna M. Grygiel, Benefits Assistant

Victoria Palmer, B.A., Personnel Services Coordinator

Matthew P. Orlando, M.B.A., C.P.A., Controller and Director of Budgets

Andrea L. Brown, B.S., Disbursements Manager

Gilles G. Lauzon, M.S., C.P.A., Assistant Controller

Elizabeth D. Stewart, B.S., Manager, Accounting and Budget

Colene T. Burnop, A.A.S., Accounts Receivable Assistant

Melissa A. Cannistra, B.S., Staff Accountant

Patricia E. Davis, Student Accounts Specialist

Cecelia Gilbert, Staff Accountant

Patricia A. Hartnett, Business Office, Assistant

Suzanne M. Hayes, B.S., Staff Accountant

Rose M. Ingalls, Payroll Specialist

Deborah Prody, B.P.S., Accounts Payable Assistant

Lisa A. Nassimos, A.A.S., Accounting Assistant

Irene K. Cornish, B.S., Director of Purchasing and Property Management

Carole A. Byrne, Purchasing Assistant

Joseph P. Cappa, B.S., Director, Administrative Services

Dannelle K. Parker, B.A., Assistant Director,Administrative Services

Penny Carpenter, Office Assistant, Administrative Services

Deborah A.Wood, A.A.S., Supervisor, Print Shop

Richard L. Brennan,A.A.S., Copy Services Coordinator

Matthew B. Fletcher, A.A., Press Operator

Yvonne F. Schick, Technical Assistant, Print Shop

Sally E. Emery, Supervisor, Mail Center

Jan Howarth-Piayai, Mail Services Assistant

Lynn W. Morton, Mail Clerk

Tambra M. Rotach, B.A., Mail Clerk

Steven J. Bellona, M.S., Associate Vice President for Facilities and Construction

Frank N. Marsicane, B.S., Associate Director, Physical Plant

Leslie D. Hawkridge, B.S., Assistant Director, Grounds, Horticulture and Arboretum

William J. Huggins, B.S., Assistant Director, Construction

Casey J.Wick, B.S., Assistant Director, Custodial Services

John P. McGovern, Custodial Services Manager

Brian J. Hansen, M.S., Director, Environmental Protection and Safety

Mary S. Collis, B.S., Science Stockroom and Facility Coordinator

Edward I. Neidhart, Manager,Technical Trades

Anthony R. Poccia, Jr., B.S., Manager, Building Structural Trades

Dale L. Allen, Master Maintenance Mechanic

David J. Annatone, Master Maintenance Mechanic

David Aversa, Master Maintenance Mechanic

Kevin L. Bancroft, Grounds Service Worker

Peter J. Barber, Custodian

Raymond J. Barretta, Master Maintenance Mechanic

Peggy Bartels, Custodian

Clinton T. Bassett, Carpenter

Jeffrey E. Bell, B.T., Horticultural Grounds Worker

Thomas Bourgeois, A.A.S., Master Maintenance Mechanic

Norman J. Bramley, Master Maintenance Mechanic

Shane C. Buchanan, Custodian

Chris P. Burmaster, Custodian

Jayson Burmaster, Custodian

Christopher S. Carter, Master Maintenance Mechanic

Earl J. Clipston, Grounds Service Worker

Daniel Colter, Grounds Service Worker

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George C. Conney, Custodian

Paul G. Crawford, Grounds Service Worker

Patricia Critelli, Custodian Foreperson

Donald Croft, Grounds Foreperson

Timothy A. David, Custodian

Larry L. Davis, Custodian

Keyok DeCarr, Custodian

James T. Dickan, Assistant Locksmith

James Doolen, Grounds Service Worker

Laurence Draper, Athletic Grounds Worker

Alexander J. Egresits, Painter

Robert H. Elliott, Custodian

Judith S. Elliott, Custodian

Daniel D. Elsenbeck, A.A.S., Athletic Grounds Worker

Robert Evans, Custodian Foreperson

Eugene R. Faldzinski, Custodian

Sherri R. Fidler, Custodian

Elizabeth M. Fitzgerald, Custodian

Clarence R. Flickinger, Mason

Unsuk K. Flood, Custodian

Matthew Gaston, Custodian

Michael L. Golden, Custodian

Angel M. Gonzalez, Custodian

Elizabeth A. Goodson, Custodian

Ronald Griffin, Grounds Service Worker

Susan B. Hadlock, Custodian Foreperson

Kevin M. Holleran, Master Maintenance Mechanic

Michael R. Hutchison, Custodian

Nancy L. Irizarry, Custodian

Douglas E. Kent, Painter

Mark A. Kinne, Carpenter

Andrew Kistowski, Master Maintenance Mechanic

Carolee A. Kogut, Office Assistant

Roger A. Laliberte, Master Maintenance Mechanic Foreperson

Michael Laukaitis, Grounds Services Worker

Audrey Legacy, Custodian

Linda C. Legacy, Work Control Assistant

Richard L. Legacy, Custodian

Cynthia R. Leverich, Custodian

Charles G. Lewis, Custodian

Stewart W. Lyman, Custodian

Holly E. Macri, Custodian

Christopher Macri,A.A.S., Custodian

Michael D. Mahanna, Horticultural Grounds Worker

Gregory L. Mahardy, Custodian

James A. Maida, A.A.S., Stock Room Assistant

William McComb, Custodian

Omer Melkic, Custodian

James C. Melvin, Master Maintenance Mechanic

Pamela S. Merriman, Custodian

Mahlon Moon, Painter

Donald F. Mosher, Grounds Service Worker

Barbara Neidhart, Custodian

Vinh Son Nguyen, Custodian

John A. Oles, Custodian

Francis R. Oles, Custodian

Kevin G. Olmstead, Custodian

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Aubrey E. Owens, Custodian Foreperson

Donna C. Phillips, Custodian

Robert W. Piekielniak, Custodian

William J. Powers, Custodian Foreperson

Richard Rados, Master Maintenance Mechanic

Mark Reece, Carpenter

Edward J. Reilly, Locksmith

James R. Roache, Custodian

Douglas Rockwell, Automotive Mechanic

Sherri F. Rose, Custodian

Karen B. Rotach, Custodian

Daniel E. Rouillier, Horticultural Foreperson

Mark O. Ruane, Grounds Service Worker

Christopher Rubino, A.D.S., Master Maintenance Mechanic

Ronald G. Saunders, Carpenter

Raymond S. Savicki, Automotive Mechanic Foreperson

James Sexton, Carpenter

Frank J. Skutnik, Sr., Custodian

Amy Sovey, Custodian

Lynn K. Stillman, Athletic Grounds Worker

Michael G. Stottlar, Custodian

Michael J. Strong, Custodian

Victor Stucchi, Painter Foreperson

David Swenton,A.A.S., Custodian

Susan B.Tarbox, Custodian

Gaylord Towne, Custodian

Robin L.Treen, Custodian Foreperson

John H.Vaughan, III, Athletic Grounds Worker

Frederick G.Wampfler, Athletic Grounds Foreperson

Kenneth A.Waufle, Custodian

Alfred L.Webster, Carpenter Foreperson

Jennifer Wendell, Custodian

Ronald L.Whitford, Carpenter

William J. Zieres, Stock Room Supervisor

Office of the Dean of Students

Nancy R.Thompson, M.Ed., Acting Dean of Students

Edith Toegel, Ph.D., Associate Dean of Students

Christina L.Willemsen, M.Div., Associate Dean of Students (Academic)

Marc C. David, Ph.D., Assistant Dean of Students for Multicultural Affairs

Amy A. James, B.A., Coordinator, International Student Services

Andrew Jillings, M.A., Adventure Program Coordinator

Je f f r ey H. L a n d r y, M . S. , D i r e c t o r, Residential Life

Bradley A. Moot, M.A., Associate Director, Residential Life

Amber M. Aeschbacher, M.A., Assistant Director of Residential Life, North Campus

Travis R. Hill, M.A., Assistant Director of Residential Life, South Campus

Gemma C. Cowling, M.S., Assistant Director of Residential Life, East Campus

Nancy F. Perkins, Residential Life Staff Assistant

Regina P. Johnson, B.S., Office Assistant, Office of the Dean of Students

Karen M. Prentice-Duprey, A.O.S., Staff Assistant

Cynthia G. Reynolds, B.A., Secretary to the Dean of Students

Jeffrey H. McArn, M.Div., College Chaplain

John Croghan, M.Div., Newman Chaplain

David Levy, Rabbi, M.A., Jewish Chaplain and Hillel Advisor

Julie Rand, Office Coordinator

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Christine C. Barnes, A.A.S., NP/RPA-C, Director, Student Health Services

Sharon M. Dicks, B.A., Nurse Practitioner

Diann Lynch, R.N.C., Registered Nurse

Gloria A. Shaw, A.A.S., Registered Nurse

Betty Burkhart, L.P.N., Licensed Practical Nurse

Francine M.Vaughan, Office Coordinator

Lisa A. Magnarelli, M.Ed., Director of Student Activities

Cameo M.Voltz, B.A., Assistant Director of Student Activities

Theresa Gallagher, Staff Assistant, Student Activities

Makino D. Ruth, M.A., Director, Maurice Horowitch Career Center

David E. Bell, M.Ed., Senior Associate Director, Maurice Horowitch Career Center

Leslie A. Bell, M.S., Associate Director, Maurice Horowitch Career Center

Catherine A. Milner, Recruiting Coordinator, Maurice Horowitch Career Center

Jeannine M. Murtaugh, M.A., Associate Director, Maurice Horowitch Career Center

Judith E. Faulkner, Assistant, Computer Support

Laurie A. King, A.A.S., Recruiting and Programming Assistant

Marlyn Santos, Office Coordinator

Robert I. Kazin, Ph.D., Director, Counseling and Psychological Services

Jan P. Fisher, M.A., Counselor, Counseling and Psychological Services

Brenda L. Marris, M.S.W., Counselor, Counseling and Psychological Services

Susan Hill, Office Assistant

Patricia Ingalls, Director, Campus Safety

Wayne A. Gentile, Assistant Director, Campus Safety

Sharon Bertlesman, Dispatcher/Communications Assistant

James D. Cecil, Safety Officer

Joseph Plado Costante, Safety Officer

Virginia K. Dunn, B.S., Dispatcher/Communications Assistant

Wanda S. Furness, Dispatcher/Communications Assistant

Marie A. Goodman, B.A., Office Assistant

Chad W. Hull, Safety Officer

Michael R. Jones, Safety Officer

Jason A. Kirk, Safety Officer

Shawn M. Occhipinti, A.A.S., Safety Officer

William E. Preuss, A.A.S., Safety Officer

Theodore W. Saunders, Safety Officer

Michael Sawanec III, Patrol Supervisor

Crystal M.Vincent, B.A., Safety Officer

Carol-Denise A.Washington, Dispatcher/Communications Assistant

Office of Admission, Financial Aid and WAVE

Monica C. Inzer, B.A., Dean of Admission and Financial Aid

Lora M. Schilder, M.A., Director of Admission

Mary Karen Vellines, M.A.T., Senior Associate Dean, Admission/Director of International

Admission

William J. Cardamone,A.B., Associate Dean,Admission

Susan F. Donegan, Associate Dean of Admission/Director of WAVE

A n d r ea L. D u Va l l , M . P. A . , Associate Dean, Admission/Director of Multicultural Recruitment

Matthew J. Malatesta, M.A.T., Associate Dean, Admission/Director of Admission

Information Systems

Cameron Feist, A.B., Assistant Dean, Admission

David T. Lyons, A.B., Assistant Dean, Admission

Nicole J. R o b e r t s o n , B. A . , Assistant Dean of A d m i s s i o n / C o o r dinator of Multicultural Progra m s

Andrea E. K.Thomas, Assistant Dean of Admission

Elizabeth M. Barron, A.A.S., Office Assistant/Application Processor

Shirley E. Croop, Staff Assistant

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Ann Hobert-Pritchard, A.A.S., Office Assistant/Application Processor

Susan Iffert, Correspondence Specialist

Gayle P. James, B.A., Admission Processor/Programming Assistant

Susan J. Law, Office Coordinator

Janet L.Turvey, A.A.S., Secretary to the Dean of Admission and Financial Aid/WAVE

Assistant

Kenneth P. Kogut, M.Ed., Director, Financial Aid

Kevin R. Michaelsen, B.A., Associate Director, Financial Aid

Mary Ann Atkinson, Financial Aid Assistant

Patricia A. Gogola, Financial Aid Specialist

Colleen M. Seymour, A.A.S., Financial Aid Office Assistant

Office of Information Technology Services

David L. Smallen, Ph.D., Vice President for Information Technology

William F. Ball, B.S., Colleague Support Specialist

Gary Yip Chan, B.S., Programmer/Analyst

Colleen R. Holliday, Telephone Systems Administrator

John D. Ingalls, A.S., Network/Systems Administrator

Joseph M. Karam, B.A., Director, Network and Telecommunications Services

Kathleen J. Kwasniewski,A.A.S., Systems Analyst

Linda J. Lacelle, B.S., Systems Analyst/Administrator

Yinsheng Li, B. A . , Instructional Te c h n o l o g y Specialist, Computer Science System A d m i n i s t r a t o r

Elizabeth M. Miller, A.A., Lab and Classroom Technical Services Manager

Terry Lapinski, Assistant to the Vice President for Information Technology and Technology

Support Assistant

Scott C. Paul, B.S., Help Desk Support Specialist

Jason Quatrino, B.S., Web Developer

Debbora Bartel Quay l e , B. S . , D i r e c t o r, Help Desk and Training Serv i c e s

Deborah Reichler, M.S., Instructional Technology Specialist

Nikki Reynolds, Ph.D., Director, Instructional Technology Support Services

David M. Roback, B. S. , Network/Systems Administrator

K a r en L. S c h a f f e r , B. S . , D i r e c t o r, Desktop Integration Serv i c e s

Gretchen A. Schultes, B.A., Lab and Classroom User Services Manager

Maureen H. Scoones, M . S. , Training Coordinator

Janet T. Simons, M.S., Instructional Technology Specialist

Krista M. Siniscarco, A.A.S., Multimedia Assistant

Daniel R. Sloan, B.S., Installation Specialist

Michael J. Sprague, M.S., Director,Web Services

Martin S. Sweeney, B.A., Director, Central Information Services

Jesse Thomas, B.S., Multimedia Specialist

Office of Communications and Development

Richard C.Tantillo, M.S., Vice President, Communications and Development

Mary K. Hoying, Senior Assistant to the Vice President, Communications and Development

A. Dean Abelon, A.B., Executive Director,Western Region and Alumni Secretary

Donna B. Lutz, Senior Assistant to the Executive Director,Western Region

Mary McLean Evans, A.B., Director, Principal Gifts

Lori Rava Dennison, A.B., Director, Major Gifts

Mark L. Monty, B.A., Senior Development Officer

Ellen H. Brown, M.A., Associate Director, Major Gifts

Jason J.Topi, A.B., Associate Director, Major Gifts

Pamela A. Havens, M.A., Director, Donor Relations

Claudette Ferrone,A.B., Associate Director, Donor Relations

Sharon T. Rippey, B.A., Associate Director, Donor Relations

M. Jane Bassett, Donor Relations Coordinator

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Patricia H.Whitford, A.A.S., Director, Development Research

Denise M. Dargis, A.A.S., Senior Assistant, Principal and Major Gifts

Elizabeth Spaziani, A.A.S., Senior Assistant, Donor Relations and Research

Sarah Wetherill, A.S., Assistant, Leadership Gifts

Benjamin P. Madonia III, A.B., Director, Planned Giving

Joni S. Chizzonite, B.A., Assistant Director, Planned Giving

Carol Fobes, Assistant, Planned Giving

William J. Billiter, M.A., Director, Foundation, Corporate and Government Relations

Amy K. Lindner, M.S., Associate Director, Foundation, Corporate and Government Relations

Karen A. DelMedico, Assistant, Foundation, Corporation and Government Relations

William H. Brower III, A.B., Executive Director, Annual Giving and Alumni Programs

Amy Palmieri,A.A.S., Assistant to the Executive Director, Annual Giving and Alumni

Programs

John D. Murphy, A.B., Director of Annual Giving

Jay B. Bonham, M.A., Associate Director, Annual Giving

Julie A. Raynsford, A.B., Assistant Director, Annual Giving

Jean M. Burke, Senior Assistant, Annual Giving

Lori Grant, A.A.S., Assistant, Annual Giving

Jon A. L. Hysell, A.B., Director, Alumni Programs

LaurieAnn M. Russell, Assistant Director, Alumni Programs, Special Events

Amy R. Hunt, B.S., Assistant Director, Alumni Programs

Nikki D. Barbano, Senior Assistant,Alumni Programs

Jacqueline D.Thompson, A.A.S., Assistant,Alumni Programs

Michael J. Debraggio, M.S., Executive Director, Communications

Holly A. Foster, B.S., Associate Director, Media Relations

Vige Barrie, M.B.A., Media Consultant

Esena J. Doyle, A.A.S., Communiations Assistant

Stacey J. Himmelberger, M.A., College Editor

Catherine D. Brown,A.A.S., Art Director

Elizabeth House, Assistant Director, Publications

Phyllis L. Jackson, Publications Associate

Beth L.Tegart, M.L.S., Editorial Assistant

Edward J. Stankus, A.B., Director, Electronic Media

Kara M. Kerwin, M.A., Assistant Director, Electronic Media

Loren C. Corbin, A.S., Director, Information Services/Database Administrator

John D. Drew, Systems Analyst

Linda D. Dixon, Accounts and Records Coordinator

Michael R. Coogan, Demographics Records Clerk

Yvonne Brady, Accounts and Records Assistant

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Enrollment

Enrollment of Students by Classes, Fall 2003*

Men Women Total

Class of 2004 210 243 453

Class of 2005 196 185 381

Class of 2006 257 261 518

Class of 2007 232 234 466

Visiting & Part-Time Special Students 23 43 66

Total 918 966 1884

* Numbers include students on campus as well as those in Hamilton-sponsored off-campus

programs. Of the 90 students (mostly juniors) off campus last fall on approved academic

leaves of absence, 65 were studying at foreign institutions or in non-Hamilton programs.

Geographic Distribution of Students by State and Country, 2003-04

State Students State Students Countries Students

Student Retention

Of the 457 full-time first-year students who enrolled at Hamilton in the fall of 1997,

83.37 percent we re graduated by the spring of 2001; 86.87 percent by the spring of 2002.

New York ................666

Massachusetts............233

Connecticut ............176

New Jersey ..............143

Pennsylvania ..............96

Maryland....................43

New Hampshire ........32

California ..................31

Illinois........................31

Maine ........................31

Vermont ....................30

Rhode Island..............21

Virginia......................20

Ohio ..........................18

Florida ......................13

Colorado....................12

District of Columbia ....8

Minnesota ....................8

Georgia........................7

Texas............................7

Washington ..................7

Delaware ......................6

Michigan......................5

Indiana ........................4

Montana ......................4

Wisconsin ....................4

New Mexico................3

North Carolina ............3

Arizona........................2

Kansas ..........................2

Kentucky ....................2

Louisiana......................2

Oklahoma ....................2

Oregon ........................2

South Carolina ............2

Utah ............................2

Hawaii ........................1

Iowa ............................1

Missouri ......................1

Nebraska ......................1

Wyoming ....................1

Countries

Canada ......................14

China ..........................5

Bulgaria ......................4

France ..........................4

Jamaica ........................4

Pakistan........................4

South Korea ................4

Bangladesh ..................3

India ............................3

Turkey ........................3

Indonesia......................2

Japan ............................2

Nepal ..........................2

Romania......................2

Sierra Leone ................2

Sri Lanka ....................2

Tanzania ......................2

United Kingdom..........2

Austria ........................1

Bosnia/Hercegovina ....1

Botswana......................1

Croatia ........................1

Czech Republic ..........1

Germany......................1

Guyana ........................1

Honduras ....................1

Hong Kong..................1

Iran ..............................1

Kenya ..........................1

Luxembourg ................1

Malaysia ......................1

Mexico ........................1

Nigeria ........................1

Peru ............................1

Russia ..........................1

Saudi Arabia ................1

Singapore ....................1

South Africa ................1

Spain............................1

Thailand ......................1

Ukraine........................1

Vietnam ......................1

Yugoslavia ....................1

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Campus Crime Statistics

2001 2002 2003 ————————2003————————

Total Total Campus Residential Noncampus Public Prop.

Homicide

Murder 0 0 0 0 0 0

Non-Negligent Manslaughter 0 0 0 0 0 0

Negligent Manslaughter 0 0 0 0 0 0

Sex Offenses

Forcible 5 5 0 7 0 0

Non-Forcible 0 0 0 0 0 0

Robbery 0 0 0 0 0 0

Aggravated Assault 0 0 0 0 0 0

Burglary 19 20 0 13 0 0

Vehicle Theft 1 0 0 0 0 0

Arson 2 0 0 0 0 0

Hate Crimes

Race 0 0 0 0 0 0

Gender 0 0 0 0 0 0

Religion 0 0 0 0 0 0

Sexual Orientation 0 3 0 0 0 0

Ethnicity 1 0 0 2 0 0

Disability 0 0 0 0 0 0

Arrest and Judicial Referral Statistics

2001 2002 2003

Liquor Law Violations

Arrest 12 33 18

Referral 51 54 62

Drug Law Violations

Arrest 0 3 2

Referral 35 54 22

Weapons Law Violations

Arrest 0 0 0

Referral 2 0 3

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Degree Programs

The following programs for the degree of Bachelor of Arts at Hamilton College

are registered with the New York State Education Department, Office of Higher

Education and Pro f e s s i o n s , Cultural Education Center, Room 5B28,A l b a ny, NY 12230

(518) 474-5851.

Programs HEGIS Code

Africana Studies ..............................................................................................2211

American Studies ............................................................................................0313

Anthropology ..................................................................................................2202

Art ..................................................................................................................1002

Art History ......................................................................................................1003

Biochemistry/Molecular Biology ....................................................................0414

Biology ............................................................................................................0401

Chemical Physics..........................................................................................1999.20

Chemistry ........................................................................................................1905

Chinese ............................................................................................................1107

Classics ............................................................................................................1504

Communication Studies ..................................................................................0601

Comparative Literature ....................................................................................1503

Computer Science ............................................................................................0701

Dance................................................................................................................1008

East Asian Studies ............................................................................................0301

Economics ......................................................................................................2204

English ............................................................................................................1501

English Literature ............................................................................................1502

Foreign Languages ............................................................................................1101

French ..............................................................................................................1102

Geoarchaeology ................................................................................................1999

Geology ..........................................................................................................1914

German ............................................................................................................1103

Government ....................................................................................................2207

History ............................................................................................................2205

Interdisciplinary Programs ................................................................................4901

Mathematics ....................................................................................................1701

Music ..............................................................................................................1005

Neuroscience ....................................................................................................0425

Philosophy ......................................................................................................1509

Physics ............................................................................................................1902

Psychology ......................................................................................................2001

Public Policy ....................................................................................................2207

Religious Studies ..............................................................................................1510

Russian Studies ................................................................................................0307

Sociology ........................................................................................................2208

Spanish ............................................................................................................1105

Theatre ............................................................................................................1007

Women’s Studies ..............................................................................................4903

World Politics ..................................................................................................2207

Writing ............................................................................................................1507

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Family Educational Rights and

Privacy Act Annual Notice

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) affords students certain

rights with respect to their education records.They are:

1. The right to inspect and review the student’s education records within 45 days

of the day the College receives a request for access. Students should submit to

the registrar, dean of students, academic department head or other appropriate

official, written requests that identify the record(s) they wish to inspect.The

College official will make arrangements for access and notify the student of the

time and place where the records may be inspected. If the records are not

maintained by the College official to whom the request was submitted, that

official shall advise the student of the correct official to whom the request

should be addressed.

2. The right to request the amendment of the student’s education records that the

student believes are inaccurate or misleading. Students may ask the College to

amend a record that they believe is inaccurate or misleading.They should write

the College official responsible for the record, clearly identify the part of the

record they want changed, and specify why it is inaccurate or misleading.

If the College decides not to amend the record as requested by the student,

the College will notify the student of the decision and advise the student of

his or her right to a hearing regarding the request for amendment. Additional

information regarding the hearing procedures will be provided to the student

when notified of the right to a hearing.

3. The right to consent to disclosures of personally identifiable information

contained in the student’s education records, except to the extent that FERPA

authorizes disclosure without consent.

a. One exception which permits disclosure without consent is disclosure to

school officials with legitimate educational interests. A school official is a

p e r son employed by the College throughout in an administrative, s u p e r v i s o r y,

academic or research, or support staff position (including law enforcement

unit personnel and health staff); a person or company with whom the College

has contracted (such as an attorney, auditor or collection agent); a person

s e r ving on the board of tru s t e e s ; or a student serving on an official committee,

such as a disciplinary or grievance committee, or assisting another school

official in performing his or her tasks.

A school official has a legitimate educational interest if the official needs

to review an education record in order to fulfill his or her professional

responsibility. Upon request, the College discloses education records without

consent to officials of another school, upon request, in which a student seeks

or intends to enroll.

b. Another exception that permits disclosure without consent is the disclosure

of directory information, which the law and the College define to include

the following: a student’s name, home and campus address, e-mail address,

telephone listing, p a re n t s ’ name and addre s s ( e s ) , date and place of birt h , m a j o r

field of study, p a r ticipation in officially re c o gnized activities and sport s , we i g h t

and height of members of athletic teams, dates of attendance, degrees and

awa r ds re c e ive d , p h o t ograph and the most recent previous educational agency

or institution attended.This information is generally disclosed only for College

p u r p o s e s , such as news releases and athletic progr a m s , and not to outside ve n d o rs .

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This exception is subject to the right of the student to object to the designation of

any or all of the types of information listed above as directory information in his or

her case, by giving notice to the dean of students on or before September 15 of any

year. If such an objection is not received, the College will release directory informa-

tion when appropriate.

4. The right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education concern-

ing alleged failures by the College to comply with the requirements of FERPA.

The name and address of the office that administers FERPA is:

Family Policy Compliance Office

U.S. Department of Education

400 Maryland Avenue, S.W.

Washington, DC 20202-4605

5. Questions regarding FERPA and the procedures followed by the College to

comply with the act may be referred to the dean of students or the registrar.

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Index

Academic Advising, 7

Academic Average, 22

Academic Probation, 23

Academic Programs and Services, 7-15

Academic Regulations, 16-29

Academic Standing, 22-24

Academic Services, 48

Academic Support Services, 8-9

Academic Suspension, 23-24, 27

Academic Warnings, 23

Acadmic Year in Spain, 11

Acceleration, academic, 26

ACCESS Project, 36

Administrative Officers, Staff and

Maintenance & Operations, 275-283

Admission, 33-36

Admission, deferred, 34

Admission, early, 34

Admission Requirements, 33-34

Advanced Placement, 35, 59-60

Advising, academic, 7

Africana Studies, courses in, 61-63

Afro-Latin Cultural Center, 43

Aid to Native Americans, 252, 254

American Council of Teachers of Russian

Undergraduate Program, 12

American Studies, courses in, 64-65

Americans with Disabilities Act, (see Services

for students with disabilities, p. 50)

Anderson-Connell Alumni Center, 43

Annex, 43

Antarctic and Southern Ocean Studies,

Institute of, 15

Anthropology, courses in, 66-70

Application Fee, 37

A r c h a e o l og y, (see A n t h r o p o l o g y, p p. 6 6 - 7 0 )

Art, courses in, 71-73

Art History, courses in, 74-76

Art, exhibitions, 52

Asian Studies, courses in, 77-79

Assistance Progr a m s , federal and state, 2 5 1 - 2 5 4

Associated Colleges in China Program, 11,

106-107

Assurance of Admission: Master of Arts in

Teaching, 12

Astronomy, (see Physics, pp. 179-181)

Athletic Center, 43

Athletic Policy, 56

Athletic Programs and Facilities, 56-57

Attendance, 22

Average, academic, 22

Awards, academic, 221-250

Azel Backus House, 43

Baccalaureate Requirements, 16-18

Beinecke Student Activities Village, 43

Benedict Hall, 44

Bills, issuance and payment of, 38-39

Biochemistry/Molecular Biology, courses

in, 80

Biology, courses in, 81-84

Bristol Center, 44

Buildings and Facilities, 43-47

Burke Library, 8, 45

Business, preparation for careers in, 32

Buttrick Hall, 44

Calendar, College, 2

Campus Buildings and Facilities, 43-47

Campus Crime Statistics, 285

Campus Cultural Life, 52-55

Campus Safety, 48

Career Center, 31, 44, 48

Career Planning, (see Postgraduate Planning,

pp. 31-32)

Chapel, 44

Chaplaincy, 48-49

Charges for Damage, 38

Chemical Physics, courses in, 85

Chemistry, courses in, 86-87

China Progr a m , Associated Colleges in, 1 1 ,

1 0 6 - 1 0 7

Chinese, courses in, (see East Asian Languages

and Literature, pp. 106-109)

Christian A. Johnson Hall, 45

Class Attendance, 22

Class Status, 23

Classical Studies, (see Classics, pp. 88-91)

Classical Studies in Greece and Rome, 14

Classics, courses in, 88-91

Club Sports, 57

College Courses, 92

College Fees, 37-39

College Loans, 41-42

College Purposes and Goals, 5-6

College Scholars Program, 35

College Year, 7

Commencement Honors, 29

Co m mu n i c a t i o n , c o u r ses in, 9 3 - 9 5

Co m munication Studies, c o u rses in, 9 6

C o m p a r a t ive Literature, c o u r ses in, 9 7 - 1 0 2

Computer Science, courses in, 103-104

Concentration, Regular, 16

Concentration, Regular with a Minor, 17

Concentration, requirements, 10, 16

(see also individual departments)

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Concentrations, list of, 10

Conferral of Degrees, 18

Continuation, 28

Continuation Deposit, 28, 37-38

Cooperative Engineering Program, 13

Cooperative Law Program, 13

Cooperative Programs, 12-13

Counseling and Psychological Serv i c e s , 4 9

Couper Hall, 44

Course Changes, 20

Course Election, 20

Course Units, required, 16

Courses, 58-220

Courses, adding and dropping, 20

Courses, overelection, 37

C r e a t ive W r i t i n g , (see English, p p. 1 1 8 - 1 2 5 )

Credit, Evaluation of Transfer, 26

Credit/No Credit Option, 21-22

Credit, transfer of, 24-26

Crime Statistics, 285

Critical Languages, courses in, 105

Cultural Anthropology, (see Anthropology,

pp. 66-71)

Cultural Life, 52

Damage, charges for, 38

Dance, (see Theatre and Dance, pp. 211-216)

Dance, programs and activities, 52

Dean’s List, 29

Deferred Admission, 34

Degree Programs, 286

Degree,Time for Completion of, 16

Degrees, conferral of, 18

Departmental Honors, 29

Deposits, 37

Dining Halls, 44

Disability Services, 50

Disciplinary Suspension, 28

Double Concentration, 16

Early Admission, 34

Early Assurance Program in Medicine, 13

Early Decision, 34

East Asian Languages and Literature, courses

in, 106-109

Economics, courses in, 110-114

Education, preparation for careers in, 32

Education Studies, courses in, 115-117

Elihu Root House, 46

Emerson Gallery, 52

Employment, student, 42, 252

Engineering, preparation for careers in, 32

(see also Cooperative Engineering Program,

p. 13)

English, courses in, 118-125

English as a Second Language, 17, 126

Enrollment Statistics, 284

E nv i r onmental Science, MBL semester in, 1 5

Environmental Studies, courses in 127-128

Examinations, rules for, 22

Expulsion, academic, 23-24

Facilities and Buildings, 43

Faculty, 257-274

Failure in a Course, 21

Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act,

287-288

Family Education Loan Program, 251

Federal and State Assistance Programs,

251-254

Federal and State Awards, 42, 251-252

Fees, 37-39

Fellowship Program, Senior, 11

Fellowships, 30, 242-243

Financial Aid, 40-42

Foreign Languages, concentration in, 129

Foreign Students, applications from, 35

France, Junior Year in, 11, 130-131

French, courses in, 130-134

Geoarchaeology, courses in, 135

Geology, courses in, 136-139

German, courses in, (see German and Russian

Languages and Literatures, pp. 140-142)

German and Russian Languages and

Literatures, courses in, 140-142

Government, courses in, 143-150

Government Service, preparation for careers

in, 32

Grades, 20-22

Grades of Incomplete and Grade Changes, 2 1

Graduate Study, preparation for, 31

Grants, federal and state, 42

Greece, Classical Studies abroad, 14

Greek, (see Classics, pp. 88-91)

Group Accident Insurance, 38

Guarantee Deposit, 37

Hamilton Horizons Program, 36

Health Center, 44

Health Insurance, 38

Health Professions, preparation for careers

in, 32

Health Services, 49

Hebrew, courses in, (see Critical Languages,

p. 105)

Higher Education Opportunity Program,

35, 254

History, courses in, 151-159

History of Art, (see Art History, pp. 74-76)

History of the College, 3-4

Home-Schooled Students, 35

Honor Code, 19

Honors, 29-30

Horizons Program, 36

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Housing Lottery, 28

Illness, excuse of, 22

Incomplete, grades of, 21

Independent Coverage of Cours ewo r k , 1 9 - 2 0

Independent Study, 19

Information Technology Services, 8

Institute of Antarctic and Southern Ocean

Studies, 15

Insurance, group accident, 38

Insurance, health, 38

Intercollegiate Athletics, 57

Interdisciplinary Concentration, 16

International Students, 35

Internships, 19, 243

Interview, admission, 33

Intramural Activities, 57

Italian, courses in, (see Critical Languages,

pp. 105)

Japanese, courses in, (see East Asian

Languages and Literature, pp. 106-109)

Johnson Hall, Christian A., 45

Junior Year in France Progr a m , 1 1 , 1 3 0 -13 1

Kirkland Cottage, 45

Kirkland Project, 9-10

Kirner-Johnson Buildings, 45

Lambda Pi Eta, 30

Language Center, 8

Latin, courses in, (see Classics, pp. 88-91)

Latin American Studies, courses in, 160

Law, preparation for careers in, 32

Law Program, Cooperative, 13

Learning Disabilities, 50

Leaves of Absence, 26-27

Lectures and Performances, 54-55

Levitt Public Affairs Center, 9

Library, 8, 45

List Art Center, 45

Little Pub, 45

Loans, 41-42, 251-252

Lottery, housing, 28

Maintenance & Operations Staff, 275-283

Mathematics, courses in, 161-163

M B L Semester in Env i r onmental Science, 1 5

McEwen Hall, 45

Meal Plan Placement, 28

Medical Services, 38

Medicine, Early Assurance Program in, 13

Medicine, preparation for careers in, 32

M e d i e val and Renaissance Studies, c o u r s e s

in, 164-165

Merit Scholarship Programs, 41

Minor, requirements for, 17

Minors, list of, 10

Minor Theater, 45-46

Molecular Biology/Biochemistry, courses

in, 81

Multicultural Affairs, 49-50

Multimedia Presentation Center, 8

Music, courses in, 166-170

Music Fees, 38

Music, programs and activities, 52-53

Native Americans, aid to, 252, 254

Nesbitt-Johnston Writing Center, 9

Neuroscience, courses in, 171

New England Center for Children

Program, 13, 186

NewYork City, Hamilton Program in, 12

Observatory, 46

Off-Campus Programs Abroad Fee, 38

Officers, Administration, Staff and

Maintenance & Operations, 275-283

Omicron Delta Epsilon, 30

Overelection Fee, 37

Oral Communication Center, 9

Oral Commu n i c a t i o n , c o u rses in, 1 7 2 - 1 7 3

Oral Communication, standards for, 18

Oxford University, Pembroke College, 14

Payment of Bills, 38-39

Peer Tutoring Program, 9

Pell Grants, 251

Pe m b r o ke College of Oxford Unive rs i t y, 1 4

Performances and Lectures, 54-55

Performing Arts, 53

Perkins Loans, 251

Permanent Record, 24

Phi Alpha Theta, 30

Phi Beta Kappa, 29

Philip Spencer House, 47

Philosophy, courses in, 174-177

Phi Sigma Iota, 30

Physical Education, courses in, 178

Physical Education Requirement, 18

Physics, courses in, 179-181

Pi Sigma Alpha, 30

PLUS Loans, 252

Postgraduate Planning, 31-32

Preregistration, 28

Prize Scholarships, 30, 41, 221-250

Probation, academic, 23

Program in NewYork City, 12

Proseminar Program, 5

Psi Chi, 30

Psychology, courses in, 182-186

Public Affairs Center, Arthur Levitt, 9

Public Policy, concentration in, 187-188

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Public Speaking Prizes, 248

Quantitative Literacy Center, 9

Quantitative Literacy Requirement, 5

Quantitative Work, Standards for, 18

Readmission, 28

Records, student, 24, 28

Registration Deposit, 37

Religious Studies, courses in, 189-192

Residence Halls, 46

Residence Requirements, 16

Residential Life, 50

Rome, Classical Studies Abroad, 14

Room and Board Charges, 37

Root Hall, 46

Root House, Elihu, 46

Russian, (see Russian Studies, pp. 193-194)

Russian Studies, courses in, 193-194

Russian Undergraduate Program, American

Council of Teachers of, 12

Saunders Hall of Chemistry, 46-47

Schambach Center, 47

Scholarships, general, special and prize, 30,

41, 221-250

Scholars Program, 35

Science Center, 47

Science, preparation for careers in, 31

SEA Education Association, 15

Senior Fellowship Program, 11

Senior Program, 10, 17

Services for Students with Disabilities, 50

Sigma Xi, 29-30

Sociology, courses in, 195-198

Sophomore Program, 6

Sophomore Seminars, 199-204

Spain, Academic Year in, 11, 205-206

Spanish, courses in, 205-210

Spencer House, Philip, 47

Staff Members, 275-283

Stafford Loans, 252

Standards for Oral Communication, 18

Standards for Quantitative Work, 18

Standards for Written Work, 17

Standing, Academic, 22-24

State Awards, 42, 252-254

Status, Class, 23

Student Activities, 50-51

Student Activities Fee, 38

Student Employment, 42, 252

Student Life, 48-51

Student Records, 28

Student Services, 48-51

Studio A rt , (see A rt , p p. 7 1 - 7 3 )

Study at Neighboring Institutions, 13

Study Abroad Programs, 12

Study Away, 11-15, 24-26

Study in a Foreign Country, 25-26

Supplemental Educational Opportunity

Grants, 251

Support Services,Academic, 8-9

Suspension, academic, 23-24, 27

Suspension, disciplinary, 28

Suspension,Withdrawal and Readmission,

27-28

S wedish Program at Stockholm Unive rs i t y, 1 4

Teaching, New England Center for

Children Program, 13, 180

Te a c h i n g , p reparation for care e r s in, 1 2 , 3 2

Te r m in Washington Progr a m , 1 2 , 1 4 3 - 1 4 4

Theatre and Dance, courses in, 211-216

Theatre, programs and activities, 53

Time for completion of Degree

Requirements, 16

Transfer from Other Colleges, 26, 35-36

Transfer of Credit for Study Away, 24-26

Transfer Students, evaluation of credit for,

Trustees, Board of, 255-256

Tuition and Fees, 37-39

Tuition Assistance Program, 253

U.S. Bureau of Indian Affairs Aid, 252

Veterans Administration Educational

Benefits, 252

Veterans, Awards for children of, 254

Vietnam Veterans Tuition Award Program,

253-254

Warnings, academic, 23

Washington,Term in, 12, 143-144

Withdrawal, 28

Women’s Studies, courses in, 217-220

Work-Study Program, 42, 252

World Politics, concentration in, (see

Government, pp. 143-150)

Writing, (see Creative Writing under English,

pp. 118-125)

Writing Center, Nesbitt-Johnston, 9

Writing Prizes, 248-250

Writing Program, 5, 17

Written Work, Standards for, 17

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