East Asian Languages and Literatures (B.A.)

East Asian Humanities

EALL 200a / CHNS 200a / EAST 240a / HUMS 270a, The Chinese Tradition  Lucas Bender

An introduction to the literature, culture, and thought of premodern China, from the beginnings of the written record to the turn of the twentieth century. Close study of textual and visual primary sources, with attention to their historical and cultural backdrops. Students enrolled in CHNS 200 join a weekly Mandarin-language discussion section. No knowledge of Chinese required for students enrolled in EALL 200. Students enrolled in CHNS 200 must have L5 proficiency in Mandarin or permission of the course instructor.  HU  Tr
MW 10:30am-11:20am

EALL 211a / EAST 241a / LITR 174a / WGSS 405a, Women and Literature in Traditional China  Kang-i Sun Chang

A study of major women writers in traditional China, as well as representations of women by male authors. The power of women's writing; women and material culture; women in exile; courtesans; Taoist and Buddhist nuns; widow poets; cross-dressing women; the female body and its metaphors; footbinding; notions of love and death; the aesthetics of illness; women and revolution; poetry clubs; the function of memory in women's literature; problems of gender and genre. All readings in translation; no knowledge of Chinese required. Some Chinese texts provided for students who read Chinese. Formerly CHNS 201.  HU  Tr
TTh 1pm-2:15pm

EALL 212a / PHIL 203a, Ancient Chinese Thought  Michael Hunter

An introduction to the foundational works of ancient Chinese thought from the ruling ideologies of the earliest historical dynasties, through the Warring States masters, to the Qin and Han empires. Topics include Confucianism and Daoism, the role of the intellectual in ancient Chinese society, and the nature and performance of wisdom.  HU
TTh 11:35am-12:50pm

* EALL 230b / EAST 242b / HUMS 269b, Poetry and Ethics Amidst Imperial Collapse  Lucas Bender

Du Fu has for the last millennium been considered China’s greatest poet. Close study of nearly one-sixth of his complete works, contextualized by selections from the tradition that defined the art in his age. Exploration of the roles literature plays in interpreting human lives and the ways different traditional forms shape different ethical orientation. Poetry as a vehicle for moral reflection. All readings are in English.  WR, HU
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EALL 255b / EAST 252b, Japanese Modernism  Seth Jacobowitz

Japanese literature and art from the 1920s through the 1940s. The avant-garde and mass culture; popular genre fiction; the advent of new media technologies and techniques; effects of Japanese imperialism, militarism, and fascism on cultural production; experimental writers and artists and their resistance to, or complicity with, the state.  HU
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EALL 270b / FILM 306b, Anime and the Posthuman  Seth Jacobowitz

Japanese anime and its conceptions of the posthuman condition made possible by advances in science and technology. The persistence of myth, archetype, and humanist philosophy.  HU
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* EALL 281a / FILM 304a, Japanese Cinema and Its Others  Aaron Gerow

Critical inquiry into the myth of a homogeneous Japan through analysis of how Japanese film and media historically represents “others” of different races, ethnicities, nationalities, genders, and sexualities, including blacks, ethnic Koreans, Okinawans, Ainu, undocumented immigrants, LGBT minorities, the disabled, youth, and monstrous others like ghosts.  HU
TTh 1pm-2:15pm

* EALL 286a / EAST 261a / HUMS 290a / LITR 285a / PORT 360a, The Modern Novel in Brazil and Japan  Seth Jacobowitz

Brazilian and Japanese novels from the late nineteenth century to the present. Representative texts from major authors are read in pairs to explore their commonalities and divergences. Topics include nineteenth-century realism and naturalism, the rise of mass culture and the avant-garde, and existentialism and postmodernism. No knowledge of Portuguese or Japanese required.  HU  Tr
M 1:30pm-3:20pm

* EALL 296b / EAST 391b / RLST 121b, Religion and Culture in Korea  Hwansoo Kim

Introduction to Shamanism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Daoism, Christianity, and new religions in Korea from ancient times to the present. Examination of religious traditions in close relationships with social, economic, political, and cultural environments in Korean society. Examination of religious tensions, philosophical arguments, and ethical issues that indigenous and foreign religions in Korea have engaged throughout history to maximize their influence in Korean society.  HU
M 1:30pm-3:20pm

* EALL 300a / EAST 340a, Sinological Methods  Pauline Lin

A research course in Chinese studies, designed for students with background in modern and literary Chinese. Exploration and evaluation of the wealth of primary sources and research tools available in Chinese. For native speakers of Chinese, introduction to the secondary literature in English and instruction in writing professionally in English on topics about China. Topics include the compilation and development of Chinese bibliographies; bibliophiles' notes; editions, censorship, and textual variation and reliability; specialized dictionaries; maps and geographical gazetteers; genealogies and biographical sources; archaeological and visual materials; and major Chinese encyclopedias and compendia. Prerequisite: CHNS 171 or equivalent. Formerly CHNS 202.  HU
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* EALL 301a, Ancient and Medieval Chinese Poetry  Lucas Bender

Readings in ancient and middle-period Chinese poetry, from the beginnings of the tradition through the Song dynasty. Prerequisite: one year of classical/literary Chinese or equivalent, or permission of the instructor.  HU
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* EALL 303b, Readings in Classical Chinese Poetry  Kang-i Sun Chang

Study of successive appropriations and reorientation of Chinese poetic forms in the major genres, such as song lyric (ci) and vernacular lyric (qu) traditions, traced from early foundations to those written in later times. Topics include the creation of cultural values and identities, problems of authorship and authority, exile and poetic writing, reception, and material culture. Readings in Chinese; discussion in English. Prerequisite: CHNS 171 or equivalent, or permission of instructor. Formerly CHNS 303.  HU
W 1:30pm-3:20pm

EALL 308b / HUMS 305b / PHIL 410b, Sages of the Ancient World  Michael Hunter

Comparative survey of ancient discourses about wisdom from China, India, the Near East, Egypt, Greece, and Rome. Topics include teaching, scheming, and dying.  HU
TTh 11:35am-12:50pm

* EALL 325a, Chinese Poetic Form, 1490–1990  Kang-i Sun Chang

Development of the classical Chinese poetic form by modern Chinese poets. The appeal and aesthetic concept of the classical form since the revivalist movement of the late fifteenth century. Emphasis on close critical reading, with attention to cultural and political contexts. Readings in Chinese; discussion in English. Prerequisite: a literary Chinese course or permission of instructor.  HU
W 1:30pm-3:20pm

* EALL 470a or b and EALL 471a or b, Independent Tutorial  Michael Hunter

For students with advanced Chinese, Japanese, or Korean language skills who wish to engage in concentrated reading and research on literary works in a manner not otherwise offered in courses. The work must be supervised by a specialist and must terminate in a term paper or its equivalent. Ordinarily only one term may be offered toward the major or for credit toward the degree. Permission to enroll requires submission of a detailed project proposal by the end of the first week of classes and its approval by the director of undergraduate studies.
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* EALL 491a or b, Senior Essay  Michael Hunter

Preparation of a one-term senior essay under faculty supervision.
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* EALL 492a or b and EALL 493a or b, Yearlong Senior Essay  Michael Hunter

Preparation of a two-term senior essay under faculty supervision. Credit for EALL 492 only on completion of EALL 493.
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* CHNS 110a, Elementary Modern Chinese I  Staff

Intended for students with no background in Chinese. An intensive course with emphasis on spoken language and drills. Pronunciation, grammatical analysis, conversation practice, and introduction to reading and writing Chinese characters.  L1  RP  1½ Course cr
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CHNS 112a, Elementary Modern Chinese for Advanced Learners I  Hsiu-hsien Chan

First level of the advanced learner sequence. Intended for students with some aural proficiency but very limited ability in reading and writing Chinese. Training in listening and speaking, with emphasis on reading and writing. Placement confirmed by placement test and by instructor.  L1  RP  1½ Course cr
MTWThF 10:30am-11:20am

* CHNS 120b, Elementary Modern Chinese II  Staff

Continuation of CHNS 110. After CHNS 110 or equivalent.  L2  RP  1½ Course cr
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CHNS 122b, Elementary Modern Chinese for Advanced Learners II  Hsiu-hsien Chan

Continuation of CHNS 112.  L2  1½ Course cr
MTWThF 10:30am-11:20am

* CHNS 130a, Intermediate Modern Chinese I  Staff

An intermediate course that continues intensive training in listening, speaking, reading, and writing and consolidates achievements from the first year of study. Students improve oral fluency, study more complex grammatical structures, and enlarge both reading and writing vocabulary. After CHNS 120 or equivalent.  L3  RP  1½ Course cr
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* CHNS 132a, Intermediate Modern Chinese for Advanced Learners I  Staff

The second level of the advanced learner sequence. Intended for students with intermediate oral proficiency and elementary reading and writing proficiency. Students receive intensive training in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, supplemented by audio and video materials. The objective of the course is to balance these four skills and work toward attaining an advanced level in all of them. Prerequisite: CHNS 122b or equivalent.  L3  RP  1½ Course cr
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* CHNS 140b, Intermediate Modern Chinese II  Staff

Continuation of CHNS 130. To be followed by CHNS 150. After CHNS 130 or equivalent.  L4  RP  1½ Course cr
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* CHNS 142b, Intermediate Modern Chinese for Advanced Learners II  Staff

Continuation of CHNS 132. After CHNS 132 or equivalent.  L4  1½ Course cr
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* CHNS 150a, Advanced Modern Chinese I  Staff

Third level of the standard foundational sequence of modern Chinese, with study in speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Use of audiovisual materials, oral presentations, skits, and longer and more frequent writing assignments to assimilate more sophisticated grammatical structures. Further introduction to a wide variety of written forms and styles. Use of both traditional and simplified forms of Chinese characters. After CHNS 140 or equivalent.  L5
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* CHNS 151b, Advanced Modern Chinese II  Staff

Continuation of CHNS 150. After CHNS 150 or equivalent.  L5
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* CHNS 152a, Advanced Modern Chinese for Advanced Learners I  Staff

The third level of the advanced learner sequence. Intended for students with intermediate high to advanced low speaking and listening skills and with intermediate reading and writing skills. The goal of the course is to help students effectively expand their skills in reading and writing while concurrently addressing the need to improve their listening and oral skills in formal environments. The materials cover a variety of topics relating to Chinese culture, society and cultural differences, supplemented with authentic video materials. Prerequisite: CHNS 142 or equivalent.  L5
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* CHNS 153b, Advanced Modern Chinese for Advanced Learners II  Staff

The second level of the advanced learner sequence. Intended for students with intermediate to advanced oral proficiency and high elementary reading and writing proficiency. Students receive intensive training in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, supplemented by audio and video materials. The objective of the course is to balance these four skills and work toward attaining an advanced level in all of them. After CHNS 152 or equivalent.  L5
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* CHNS 154a, Upper Advanced Modern Chinese III  Staff

Fourth level of the standard foundational sequence of modern Chinese, with study in speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Readings in a wide range of subjects form the basis of discussion and other activities. Students consolidate their skills, especially speaking proficiency, at an advanced level. Materials use both simplified and traditional characters. After CHNS 151 or equivalent.  L5
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* CHNS 155b, Upper Advanced Modern Chinese IV  Staff

Continuation of CHNS 154. After CHNS 154 or equivalent.  L5
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* CHNS 162a, Upper Advanced Modern Chinese for Advanced Learners III  Wei Su

Intended for students with advanced speaking and listening skills and with advanced low reading and writing skills (able to write 1,000–1,200 characters). Further readings on contemporary life in China and Taiwan, supplemented with authentic video materials. Class discussion, presentations, and regular written assignments. Texts in simplified characters with vocabulary in both simplified and traditional characters. After CHNS 153 or equivalent.  L5
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* CHNS 163b, Upper Advanced Modern Chinese for Advanced Learners IV  Wei Su

Third level of the advanced learner sequence in Chinese. Intended for students with advanced speaking and listening skills (able to conduct conversations fluently) and with high intermediate reading and writing skills (able to write 1,000–1,200 characters). Further readings on contemporary life in China and Taiwan, supplemented with authentic video materials. Class discussion, presentations, and regular written assignments. Texts in simplified characters with vocabulary in both simplified and traditional characters. After CHNS 162 or equivalent.  L5
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* CHNS 164a, Readings in Contemporary Chinese Fiction  Wei Su

Selected readings in Chinese fiction of the 1980s and 1990s. Development of advanced language skills in reading, speaking, and writing for students with an interest in literature and literary criticism. After CHNS 155, 162, or equivalent.  L5
TTh 11:35am-12:50pm

* CHNS 165b, Readings in Modern Chinese Fiction  Wei Su

Reading and discussion of modern short stories, most written prior to 1949. Development of advanced language skills in reading, speaking, and writing for students with an interest in literature and literary criticism. After CHNS 155, 162, or equivalent.  L5
TTh 11:35am-12:50pm

* CHNS 166a and CHNS 167b, Chinese Media and Society  William Zhou

Advanced language course with a strong focus on speaking and writing skills in formal style. Current affairs and issues in contemporary Chinese society explored through media forms such as news and blogs on the Internet, television, film, fine arts and so on.  L5
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* CHNS 168a and CHNS 169b, Chinese for Global Enterprises  Min Chen

Advanced language course with a focus on Chinese business terminology and discourse. Discussion of China's economic and management reforms, marketing, economic laws, business culture and customs, and economic relations with other countries. Case studies from international enterprises that have successfully entered the Chinese market. After CHNS 155, 162, or equivalent.  L5
MW 1pm-2:15pm

CHNS 170a, Introduction to Literary Chinese I  Michael Hunter

Reading and interpretation of texts in various styles of literary Chinese (wenyan), with attention to basic problems of syntax and literary style. After CHNS 151, 153, or equivalent.  L5
TTh 9am-10:15am

CHNS 171b, Introduction to Literary Chinese II  Pauline Lin

Continuation of CHNS 170. After CHNS 170.  L5
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* CHNS 172a, Chinese for Scholarly Conversation  Yongtao Zhang

. This course aims to bring students to advanced competence in all aspects of modern Chinese, and prepare students for advanced research or employment in a variety of China-related fields