2017-2018 Academic Catalog

Apr 24, 2024

2017-2018 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

PSYC 193 - Discourse, Identity, and the Critique of Romance

This FYI explores how people make sense of themselves by what they say and how they say it (‘discourse’) - with a focus on the construction of a ‘modern identity’ and the sense of who we are in ‘Late Modernity’. This particular semester we will focus on how the search for a unique sense of self that is ‘recognized’ by others is something that has resulted in modern times in more distant and ‘cool’ relationships vis-à-vis ‘the other’-especially in romantic relationships. Since this course carries the Language and Culture Perspective, it is expected that students will acquire the basic skills in linguistics necessary for the acquisition of some basic Maori, and some in-depth analyses of discourse. Students will be expected to commit themselves to a high-level academic atmosphere and to a challenging workload that will result in stimulating class discussions. Participation in Weekend Seminar required.

Program of Liberal Studies (PLS) Designation: LP

Anticipated Terms Offered: Offered periodically