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A course on the watershed musical techniques that dominated classical musical composition in the 20th century. We’ll trace serial thought from its roots in late 19th century through Schoenberg’s discovery of the dodecaphonic technique.  We’ll analyze the works of the Second Viennese School and explore the aesthetic domination of so-called post-Webernian serialism, as well

Throughout history, tableware has been an expression of a specific time and place. In this way, utilitarian objects embody the ideas that define culture. For this class, intermediate and advanced ceramic students will produce prototypes that are a thoughtful response to this problem. The emphasis will be on designing compelling pots rather than producing many matching sets.

Throughout history, tableware has been an expression of a specific time and place. In this way utilitarian objects embody the ideas that define culture. For this class intermediate and advanced ceramic students will produce prototypes that are a thoughtful response to this problem. The emphasis will be on designing compelling pots rather than producing many matching sets.

In the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, mathematics underwent a vast expansion, into new, exciting, and increasingly counter-intuitive realms. The subject risked mystification and mutual incomprehensibility between experts in different sub-fields. In the first part of the twentieth century, a group of French mathematicians, under the pseudonym Bourbaki, undertook an

This course provides a brief introduction to three foundational areas of modern mathematics: set theory, measure theory, and topology. In set theory, we will see how to count well past infinity (ordinal and cardinal arithmetic), and we will also see how set theory forms a logical foundation for the whole of modern mathematics. In topology, we will see how continuous deformation

A set design communicates lots of information to an audience, and provides the physical world in which a performance takes place. Students in this course will work through the process of designing a stage set. Basic design principles and conceptualization, play analysis, theatrical style, research, drafting and model making will all be covered. Students will be expected to read

In this course we will study the lives and music of seven fascinating composers whose work can be looked at from a variety of angles--historical, social and musical. They are: Fanny Mendelssohn Hensel, Ruth Crawford Seeger, Florence Price, Vivian Fine, Nina Simone, Galina Ustvolskaya and Sofia Gubaidulina. Fanny Mendelssohn Hensel was the sister of one of the most celebrated

In this class we’re going to learn the basics of one programming language each week for seven weeks. We’ll get our hands dirty by solving problems in each language and practice learning new languages quickly. Students will gain a deeper understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of different programming languages by looking at them side by side. Students will learn why they

Students will learn the basics of sewing. Included will be various hand stitches used in garment construction and repair as well as learning how to use a sewing machine. Module dates: February 23 27; March 1, 5, 8, 12

Students will learn the basics of sewing. Included will be various hand stitches used in garment construction and repair as well as learning how to use a sewing machine. This course is offered during the second seven weeks of the term.

Students will learn the basics of sewing. Included will be various hand stitches used in garment construction and repair as well as learning how to use a sewing machine.

Students will learn the basics of sewing. Included will be various hand stitches used in garment construction and repair as well as learning how to use a sewing machine. Module dates: September 3, 6, 10, 13, 17, 20

Students will learn the basics of sewing. Included will be various hand stitches used in garment construction and repair as well as learning how to use a sewing machine. This course is offered during the first seven weeks of the term.

Students will learn the basics of sewing. Included will be various hand stitches used in garment construction and repair as well as learning how to use a sewing machine.

Students will learn the basics of sewing. Included will be various hand stitches used in garment construction and repair as well as learning how to use a sewing machine.

Students will learn the basics of sewing. Included will be various hand stitches used in garment construction and repair as well as learning how to use a sewing machine. Module dates: September 24 27, October 4, 8, 11, 15

Students will learn the basics of sewing. Included will be various hand stitches used in garment construction and repair as well as learning how to use a sewing machine.

Students will learn the basics of sewing. Included will be various hand stitches used in garment construction and repair as well as learning how to use a sewing machine. This course is offered during the first seven weeks of the term.

Students will learn the basics of sewing. Included will be various hand stitches used in garment construction and repair as well as learning how to use a sewing machine.

Students will learn the basics of sewing. Included will be various hand stitches used in garment construction and repair as well as learning how to use a sewing machine.

Students will learn the basics of sewing. Included will be various hand stitches used in garment construction and repair as well as learning how to use a sewing machine. Module dates: March 12, 19, 23, 26 30; April 2    

Students will learn the basics of sewing. Included will be various hand stitches used in garment construction and repair as well as learning how to use a sewing machine. Module dates: April 6, 13, 16, 20, 23 27    

Students will learn the basics of sewing. Included will be various hand stitches used in garment construction and repair as well as learning how to use a sewing machine. Module dates: March 19, 22, 26, 29; April 2 5

This course provides a scientifically grounded exploration of the psychological, social, and systemic factors influencing the well-being of sexual and gender minority (SGM) individuals. Students will examine the intersections of sexual orientation, gender identity, and other diverse identities (e.g., race, religion, disability) within the counseling context

In this course, we’ll read a selection of Shakespeare’s tragedies, including Anthony and Cleopatra, Hamlet, Julius Caesar, King Lear, Macbeth, Othello, and Romeo and Juliet. We’ll consider the historical context of the plays, their sources, and the shadows they have cast on subsequent cultural productions. We’ll study Shakespeare’s language closely, and think about what his