Academics :: New Course Offerings

New Courses at Virginia Western

Check out these new and notable course offerings for Spring 2012!

School of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences

ENG 295-N1 - The Modern Mythic Hero

The Modern Mythic Hero is a study of Star Wars and Lord of the Rings as modern retellings of the archetypal story of the hero which is the same story told with infinite variations. The power of myth is that it speaks to us in a fundamental and universal way that transcends time and place.

Spring 2012, Tuesday, 6:30 to 9:20pm

Instructor: Margaret McDaniel

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HIS 254-11 - History of Asian Civilizations II

Are you interested in Asian History? If so, register now for HIS 254-11 for the spring semester. You will learn about the fascinating history of China and Japan, including a glance at Korea and Vietnam. Asia awaits you!

Spring 2012, T/Th, 12:30 to 1:45pm

Instructor: Phillip Wright

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MUS 225-11 - History of Jazz

This class is a survey of the history of jazz music, from its New Orleans origins to its current global appeal with a focus on listening and understanding the many styles, forms, and musicians who helped create this great American art form.

Spring 2012, Wednesday, 2:30 to 5:20pm

Instructor: Justin Craig

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