Filipino Literature in the Diaspora

A survey of literature written in English and Filipino (in translation) by Filipino authors in the diaspora. The course includes the study of texts as they relate to the development of Filipino identity in the diaspora, and how social and historical contexts are presented through forms of literature such as poems, short stories, and essays. Themes and topics such as post-colonialism, identity, immigration, political activism, language, and home.

Philippine Literature in Translation

A survey of Philippine literature written in English and Filipino (in translation) from the early period to contemporary times. The course includes the study of folk literature, canonical texts as they relate to the development of national identity, and how social and historical contexts are presented through forms of literature such as poems, short stories, and essays. Themes and topics such as colonialism, national identity, emigration, political activism, and language.

Pilates Level II

Build upon Pilates I, utilizing the fundamentals and principles of the Pilates Method. Traditional mat Pilates exercises, series, and principles are combined to achieve body control, core strength, and joint mobility.

Pilates Level I

An introduction to the fundamentals and principles of the Pilates Method. Traditional mat Pilates exercises and principles are combined to achieve body control, core strength, and joint mobility.

Introduction to Native American Studies

In this interdisciplinary Ethnic Studies introduction to Native American Studies, students engage with indigeneity, oral tradition, arts, self-determination and sovereignty, spirituality, sustainable practices, and resilience. Critical analysis of historical resistance to settler-colonialism and activist struggles against structural discrimination. Applying knowledge produced by Native Americans on relevance of the past to contemporary issues.