Sample Courses
- Introduction to comparative literature II emphasizes the social components of literature and its institutions. This course pays particular attention to the role played by language in the formation of social, ethnic, and national identities.
- The world of fiction: literature into film-adaptations looks at how adaptations of books are often accused of infidelity or a lack of dedication to the original book's content, style, and tone. This course helps student question the need for fidelity (and transgression) when adapting a book and concepts of history, culture, and identity.
Hands On Learning
The comparative literature program sponsors a major lecture series called the COLT Reading Project. The program brings speakers to campus who cover a broad range of topics of interest to literary scholars and the humanities community.
The undergraduate journal NOMAD offers students the opportunity to get experience in both publishing their own work and editing other work.
Additionally, comparative literature majors are strongly encouraged to study abroad, either through programs that are administered by the university or through other avenues.
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