World Literature

World Literature Courses

The list below offers a representative sample of the courses you can expect in the study of world literature at DePauw. From theoretical foundations to practical experiences, these courses provide a full range of educational opportunities at various levels of mastery. For more information about current course offerings or registration details, please consult the Office of the Registrar.

Course Description

This course is an introduction to literature in translation from multiple traditions across national boundaries. Readings include fiction, drama, and poetry. The course aims to develop literary sensibilities conducive to students' self-reflection on cultural difference and their own globally-situated identities and responsibilities. Cross-listed with ENG 141.

Distribution Area

Arts and Humanities-or-Global Learning

Credits

1 course

Course Description

This course offers close examination of global issues and features in literature, often those at the center of current critical interest. May be repeated for credit with different topics.

Distribution Area

Arts and Humanities-or-Global Learning

Credits

1 course

Course Description

This course offers advanced, intensive examination of specific issues in World Literature, often those at the center of current critical interest. Examples may include translation issues; cross-cultural fertilizations; competing conceptions of world literature; literature in a global economy. May be repeated for credit with different topics.

Distribution Area

Arts and Humanities-or-Global Learning

Credits

1 course

Course Description

Directed studies, with individual conferences, centered on a specific project arranged with the instructor. Prerequisite: permission of instructor and program director. May be repeated for credit.

Distribution Area

Arts and Humanities

Prerequisites

Permission of instructor and program director

Credits

1 course

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World Literature

Leveraging the resources of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, the world literature minor at DePauw is an interdisciplinary program that integrates the expertise of multiple departments to develop the knowledge and skills needed to excel in a rapidly changing world.