HUM 101    Studies in American Culture (5 Credits)

Examines values and assumptions in cultural texts that have helped shape characteristics called "American."
Prerequisite: Placement in ENLG& 101 (was ENGL 105).

HUM 105    Introduction to Film (5 Credits)

Analysis and appreciation of film techniques and aesthetics, including historical background of selected films, literary criteria and major cinematic movements.
Prerequisite: Placement in ENGL 100 or above.

HUM 106    Film Genres (5 Credits)

Analysis, including psychological analysis, of the narrative patterns, conventions and traditions of film noir and other genres from the perspective of archetypal psychology.

HUM 108    World Mythology (5 Credits)

Study of the principal myths found in classical and diverse literature with some attention to psychological analysis.
Prerequisite: Completion of ENGL 100 with a grade of 2.0 or higher or placement in ENLG& 101 (was ENGL 105).

HUM 109    Greek Myth (5 Credits)

Introduction to Greek myths: their nature and function in Greek society, history, and culture; different ways of interpreting them; their importance for the study of myth and literature in general.
Prerequisite: Placement in ENGL& 101 (was ENGL 105).

HUM 120    American Life Stories (5 Credits)

Through various media, explore life stories of men and women in U.S. society. See how people make meaning from their experiences and how they both shape the national culture and are shaped by it. Reflect on your own life stories.
Prerequisite: Placement in ENGL 100.

HUM 155    Special Topics (5 Credits)

Topics and seminars of current interest in the humanities.
Prerequisite: Instructor's permission. Contact the English department for more information.

HUM 160    Lectures and Events (1-5 Credits)

Students earn credit for attending designated, college-sponsored lectures, seminars, workshops, and performances. Credit based on attendance and, if assigned, completion of specific projects related to the event(s). (425) 640-1579. Department advising is

HUM 161    Events Production (1-5 Credits)

Under supervision of a faculty advisor, students earn credit for involvement in planning and implementing arts and cultural events sponsored by the college.

HUM 188    Instructional Assistant Humanities (1-5 Credits)

Special teaching projects in the humanities.
Prerequisite: Permission of supervising instructor.

HUM 198    Individual Project in Humanities (1-5 Credits)

Selection, design and completion of project in the field of humanities. Student consults with faculty member in all aspects of the project.
Prerequisite: Instructor's permission.

HUM 199    Special Projects (5 Credits)

Contact the English Department for more information.
Prerequisite: Instructor's permission.

HUM 201    American People (5 Credits)

Explores literary and popular expressions of American culture in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries.
Prerequisite: Placement in ENGL& 101 (was ENGL 105).

HUM 202    Studies in Culture:CD (5 Credits)

Study of a particular culture with emphasis on aspects of contemporary life.
Prerequisite: Placement in ENGL 100.

HUM 210    Francophone Cultures:CD (5 Credits)

Course will survey the history, culture, geography, and current political climate of selected French-speaking communities, including, but not limited to, Haiti, Quebec, Louisiana, North Africa, and West Africa.
Prerequisite: ENGL 100 with a grade of 2.0 or higher or placement in ENGL& 101 (was ENGL 105). (Dual listed as FRCH 210 and DIVST 215)

HUM 220    Introduction to German Culture:CD (5 Credits)

A survey of past and present German culture, including literary and artistic accomplishments and social and political developments. Explores Germany's increasingly diverse population and Germany's relationship to its European neighbors and to the United States.
Prerequisite: ENGL 100 with a grade of 2.0 or higher or placement in ENGL& 101 (was ENGL 105). (Dual listed as GERM 220)

HUM 230    Introduction to Latin American Cultures:CD (5 Credits)

Surveys the history, culture, arts, music, film, and dance of Spanish-speaking countries in Central and Latin America and in the Caribbean.
Prerequisite: ENGL 100 with a grade of 2.0 or higher or placement in ENGL& 101 (was ENGL 105). (Dual listed as FSPAN 230)

HUM 235    Publications (5 Credits)

Students form the editorial staff of the literary magazine anFd learn how to critique literary and visual arts. Includes an overview of editing, design, printing, and marketing.
Prerequisite: ENGL& 101 (was ENGL 105) or instructor's permission.

HUM 255    Special Topics (5 Credits)

Topics and seminars of current interest in humanities.
Prerequisite: Instructor's approval. Contact the English Department for more information.

HUM 288    Instructional Assistant Humanities (1-5 Credits)

Advanced special teaching projects in the humanities.
Prerequisite: Permission of supervising instructor.

HUM 298    Individual Project in Humanities (1-5 Credits)

Selection, design and completion of advanced project in the field of humanities. Student consults with faculty member in all aspects of the project.
Prerequisite: Instructor's permission.

HUM 299    Special Projects (5 Credits)

Contact the English Department for more information.
Prerequisite: Instructor's permission.