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Slavic Languages and Literatures (SLL)
- http://dornsife.usc.edu/sll/
- D class assignments for undergraduates available in THH255; phone (213) 740-2735.
Introduction to the Russian language with emphasis on basic conversational skills, major points of grammar and reading.
- Note: D clearance for Russian I available in person THH 309, by email language@dornsife.usc.edu, or phone (213) 740-1188. Students with previous experience in Russian are required to take a placement exam.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60202D | 001 | Lecture | 10:00-10:50am | MTuWTh | 8 of 19 | Tatiana Akishina | WPH202 |     |
Analysis of significant chess games, reflecting societal attitudes towards science, competition, art, gender, psychology, politics, and technology. Graded CR/NC.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60212R | 001 | Lecture | 5:00-6:50pm | Tuesday | 19 of 25 | Jack Peters | LVL13 | Word (19760 KB) | |
| 60214R | 001 | Lecture | 5:00-6:50pm | Thursday | 22 of 25 | Jack Peters | LVL13 | Word (19760 KB) | |
Development of thematic conversational skills with emphasis on extended dialogue. Review of basic morphology with special attention to verbs of motion. Reading of authentic material is emphasized.
- Prerequisite: SLL 150
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60216R | 001 | Lecture | 1:00-1:50pm | MTuWTh | 4 of 15 | Maria Salnikova | THH105 | |
Introduction to Russian language and culture by means of a study-tour on the Trans-Siberian Railway.
- Note: Class meetingsL Jan 19, 26; Feb 2, 9, 16, 23; Mar 1, 29. Travel Mar 11-20.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60296D | 238 | Lecture | 6:00-7:50pm | Tuesday | 19 of 20 | Tatiana Akishina | THH213 | |
Development of advanced understanding of the game of chess. Critical analysis of games and of the problem-solving techniques applicable in various game situations. Graded CR/NC.
- Prerequisite: SLL 199
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60220D | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-3:50pm | Thursday | Canceled | Jack Peters | Word (18127 KB) | |
Advanced converation topics, readings and analysis of Russian press, films and other popular materials. Advanced grammar. Conducted in Russian. Recommended preparation: SLL 120, SLL 150, SLL 220.
- Prerequisite: SLL 250
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60228D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 3 of 12 | Tatiana Akishina | OFFICE | |
Russian cultural identity from its beginnings until today. The Eastern Orthodox tradition, its traumatic confrontation with Western culture, and their continuous interaction.
- General Education: This course satisfies the university's general education requirement.
- Note: Register for lecture and one discussion
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60230R | 001 | Lecture | 11:00-12:20pm | Tue, Thu | 28 of 100 | Thomas Seifrid | THH118 | | |
| 60231R | 001 | Discussion | 9:00-9:50am | Friday | 6 of 20 | VKC161 | | ||
| 60232R | 001 | Discussion | 10:00-10:50am | Friday | 7 of 20 | VKC161 | | ||
| 60292R | 001 | Discussion | 11:00-11:50am | Friday | 9 of 20 | VKC161 | | ||
| 60294R | 001 | Discussion | 1:00-1:50pm | Friday | 6 of 20 | VKC158 | |
Tolstoy's major works in the context of his ethical views.Readings and lectures in English.
- General Education: This course satisfies the university's general education requirement.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60234D | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-3:20pm | Tue, Thu | 25 of 25 | Greta Matzner-Gore | VKC260 | |
Individual research and readings. Not available for graduate credit.
- Restriction: Registration open to the following class level(s): Junior, Senior
| Section | Session | Units | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60238D | 001 | 2.0-8.0 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 1 of 4 | Marcus Levitt | OFFICE | |
Study of Russian required for graduate work and professional activities.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60240D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 2 of 8 | Tatiana Akishina | OFFICE | |
Major monuments of medieval Russian literature examined in their cultural, literary, and theological context, with special emphasis on issues of genre. Focus on problems of Russian cultural identity and Russia's complex relationship to Byzantine and Western traditions.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60246D | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-4:50pm | Thursday | 5 of 10 | Marcus Levitt | WPH400 | |
Analysis of major works of nineteenth century Russian poetry in the context of developing aesthetic principles and cultural history. Prereq: 501 or consent of instructor.
- Prerequisite: SLL 501
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60248D | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-4:50pm | Wednesday | 4 of 8 | Sarah Pratt | VKC153 | |
Research leading to the Master's degree. Maximum units which may be applied to the degree to be determined by the department. Graded CR/NC.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60252D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 1 of 5 | Sarah Pratt | OFFICE | |
Subject varies from year to year. A trend or major figure will be studied in its cultural and artistic contexts. May be repeated, with departmental permission, if content of the seminar is different. Recommended preparation: one year of graduate study.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60262D | 001 | Lecture | 2:00-4:50pm | Tuesday | 5 of 8 | John Bowlt | THH219 | |
Research leading to the doctorate. Maximum units which may be applied to the degree to be determined by the department. Graded CR/NC.
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60272D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 0 of 3 | OFFICE | |
Credit on acceptance of dissertation. Graded IP/CR/NC
| Section | Session | Type | Time | Days | Registered | Instructor | Location | Syllabus | Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60276D | 001 | Lecture | TBA | TBA | 0 of 3 | OFFICE | |