AST 123 History of Japan (HIS)

Instructor: J. L. Richey
Offered: Typically every Spring Term
Japan has developed from an isolated chain of islands at the edge of East Asia into a modern economic giant. Through close reading of documents, focused analytical writing, open discussion and lecture, we will examine the complexity of the culture that gave rise to Zen Buddhism, the samurai, and Japan’s current position as one of the world’s most powerful economies. Fulfills International (Non-Western) Perspective requirement.
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AST 135 Religions of Japan

Instructor: J. L. Richey
Offered: Typically every Spring Term
A study of the principal religious traditions of Japan: Buddhism, Confucianism, and Shinto. The course includes readings in the classical primary texts of each tradition as well as attention to ritual and practice. Fulfills International (Non-Western) and Religion Perspective requirements.
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AST 204 Yoga (HHP)

Instructor: Stephanie Woodie
Prerequisite: HLT/PEH 100 or Permission of Instructor
Offered: Typically every Spring Term
A study of the asanas (poses) included in the practice of Hatha Yoga. The focus will be on connecting breath with movement, developing ease and comfort in poses and developing skills in using yoga as a tool for increased self-awareness. The content will include basic history of yoga and asanas. Students will be required to purchase a yoga mat that they will keep throughout the term. Partially fulfills Physical Education requirement.
1/4 Course

AST 205 Tai Chi (HHP)

Instructor: TBA
Prerequisite: HLT/PEH 100 or permission of instructor
Offered: Typically every Spring Term
Because of its movement and mind/body focus, the benefits of Tai Chi on dynamic balance, relaxation, and sustained mental attention have been recognized by those who engage in all kinds of activities. Students of Tai Chi will learn the Yang (short form) style of Tai Chi as well as the mind-body connection in accordance with the principles and techniques of Tai Chi to help enrich one’s life. Tai Chi is scientifically designed to help all students maintain a healthy body through stretching, breathing and meditation. Partially fulfills Physical Education requirement.
1/4 Course

AST 229 Modern Imperialism (HIS)

Instructor: Rebecca Bates
Prerequisite: HIS 102, AST/HIS 122, AST/HIS 123, or GSTR 210
Offered: Typically every other year
This course is a selective exploration of imperialism using a comparative historical perspective. Beginning with a reflection on the meanings of ’empire,’ the course explores the rise of European empires during the ‘high colonialism’ of the 19th and 20th centuries. This course then will explore the expansion of European colonialism and regional responses – including local resistance, national revolutions, and the development of the Soviet and Japanese empires. After examining the dynamics of imperial decline between 1919 and 1945, the course will conclude by considering the status of empires in the post-World War II period.  Fulfills International (Non-Western) Perspective requirement.
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AST 249 Topics in Asian Art: Arts of Buddhism (ARH)

Instructor: Ashley Elston
Prerequisite: GSTR 210
Offered: Typically every other year
Designed to examine a key period or significant topic in Asian Art and architecture, the course explores key tenets of this religiously and culturally diverse region through artistic expression. May be repeated for credit, provided the topic differs from that studied previously.  The spring 2019 version of this course will focus on the arts of Buddhist cultures.  Fulfills International (Non-Western) Perspective requirement.
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CHI 102 Introduction to Chinese II

Instructor: Jianfen Wang
Prerequisite: CHI 101 with a grade of C or higher, or permission of instructor
Offered: Typically every Spring Term
Continued emphasis on Chinese oral/aural and written communication skills.
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CHI 104 Intermediate Chinese IV

Instructor: Jianfen Wang
Prerequisite: CHI 103 with a grade of C or higher, or permission of instructor
Offered: Typically every Spring Term
Continued emphasis on Chinese oral/aural and written communication skills.
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JPN 102 Introduction to Japanese II

Instructor: Nathan Patton
Prerequisite: AST/JPN 101 w/ C or higher or Permission of Instructor
Offered: Typically every Spring Term
Continued emphasis on Japanese oral/aural communication skills and an introduction to the Japanese written language.
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JPN 104 Introduction to Japanese IV

Instructor: Nathan Patton
Prerequisite: AST/JPN 103 w/ C or higher or Permission of Instructor
Offered: Typically every Spring Term
Completion of the two-term intermediate level of Japanese language instruction; continued practice of reading, writing, listening, and speaking, fully integrated with culture.
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