Program Overview

Comparative Literature Program

The Comparative Literature Program is a comprehensive academic program that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The program focuses on the study of literature and arts from diverse cultures and historical periods, with an emphasis on comparative analysis and critical thinking.

About the Program

The program is designed to provide students with a deep understanding of literary and cultural traditions, as well as the skills to analyze and interpret complex texts. The curriculum includes courses in literature, theory, and criticism, as well as opportunities for independent research and study abroad.

Academics

The program offers the following academic options:

• Undergraduate:
  • Major
  • Minor
• Graduate:
  • Master's degree
  • Ph.D.

Course Detail

One of the courses offered by the program is "195:270: Past Today," which explores the representation of conflict in comparative literature and arts. The course examines how conflicts are constructed and searches for means to overcome them, with a focus on three current conflicts from disparate cultures.

Course Description

The course "195:270: Past Today" is a 3-credit course that fulfills Core requirements 21C, AHo, and AHp. The course is offered in the Fall and Spring semesters and is taught by experienced faculty members.

Learning Goals

The program aims to provide students with the following learning goals:

• Analyze literary and cultural texts from diverse traditions
• Develop critical thinking and comparative analysis skills
• Understand the historical and cultural contexts of literary and artistic works
• Develop effective writing and communication skills

Research Areas

The program's research areas include:

• Comparative literature and arts
• Literary theory and criticism
• Cultural studies
• Historical and cultural contexts of literary and artistic works

People

The program is led by experienced faculty members, including:

• Karen Elizabeth Bishop, Director of Undergraduate Studies
• Fatimah Fischer, Program Coordinator

Events

The program hosts various events, including:

• Event Calendar
• Faculty Lecture Series
• Distinguished Speaker Series
• Graduate Student Colloquia
• Biennial Graduate Conference
• Undergraduate Workshops
• Senior Symposium
• Photo Gallery

News

The program publishes news and updates on its website, including:

• Faculty News
• Graduate News
• Undergraduate News

Magazines

The program publishes two magazines:

• Proteus
• Comparative Literature Blog

Alumni & Friends

The program has a strong network of alumni and friends who support the program's activities and events.