DESCRIPTIONS HBT 3230 The Modem Hebrew Novel in Translation. Credits: 3 Readings in twentieth century Hebrew novels in English translation. Topics include the conflict with tradition, the new settlement in Israel, the 1948 and later wars, the kibbutz, Arab-Israeli relations, and the Israeli family. Novels by Brenner, Agnon, Yizhar, Amichai, Oz, and Yehoshua. No knowledge of Hebrew is required. (I) HBT 4800 Translating Hebrew Texts. Credits: 3; Prereq: HBR 2201 or the equivalent. The creative art of translating Hebrew poems and short stories into English. Introduction to theories of translation; instruction in the practical skill of transla- tion. Hebrew texts are studied for diction, tone and style, then translated. HEB 4140 Readings in Classical Hebrew Literature. F,S. Credits: 3, Prereq: HBR 2201 or consent of instructor. The aim of this course is to teach students the neces- sary skills for reading literary texts of earlier periods of Hebrew Biblical Hebrew, Mishnaic Hebrew, and Medieval Hebrew. HMW 4202 Readings in Modem Hebrew Literature 1.F. Credits: 3; Prereq: HBR 3411 or consent of the instructor. The course will cover thje following major topics: Modern Hebrew fiction, the Palmach generation (gen- eration of 148), from the Palmach generation to the generation of the state, and fiction of the 70's and 80's. HMW 4203 Readings in Modem Hebrew Literature 2.S. Credits: 3; Prereq: HMW4202. The course will cover the following major topics: Modern Hebrew poetry, the Alterman and Shlonsky generation, poetry of the 50's and 60's, and poetry of the 70's and 80's. Biblical Studies, Judaism, Jewish Philosophy and Mysticism REL 2210 Hebrew Scriptures. Credits: 3 The history, literature and beliefs of the Israelites as reflected in the biblical text, in the light of modern scholarship. REL 2604 Introduction to Judaism. Credits: 3 A multidisciplinary approach to the Jewish experience from its Biblical origins to modern times. REL 3321 Judaism and Christianity. Credits: 3 An examination of the Jewish-Christian encounter. The historical interaction between Judaism and Christianity including how each group symbolized the other, and the practical implications of these rep- resentations. REL 3620 Philosophies of Judaism. Credits: 3; May be repeated with change of content up to a maximum of 9 credits. An investigation of selected figures and themes in the Jewish philosophical tradition, both classical and modem. Various approaches both mystical and ratio- nal will be considered. Also offered in the Philosophy curriculum. REL 3695 Jewish Mysticism. Credits: 3 Mysticism in Judaism in Biblical, Rabbinic, Medieval and Modern periods. REL 4293 Special Topics in Biblical Studies. Credits: 3; May be repeated with change of content up to a maximum of 9 credits. Advanced study of special topics for students with previous courses in biblical studies. REL 4490 Special Topics in Religious Thought. Credits: 3 May be repeated with change of content up to a maximum of 9 credits. Jewish History, Literature, and Israel Studies AMH 3530 Immigration and Ethnicity in American History. Credits: 3 A historical survey of America's minorities, including analyses of assimilation, ethnic identification, plural- ism, and nativism. LIT 3173 Jewish Literature. Credits: 3 A variable content course in aspects of the Jewish lit- erary experience, from the biblical narrative and clas- sical tales to Yiddish and Hebrew literature, the mod- em European novel, and American Jewish fiction. LIT 3353 Ethnic Literature. Credits: 3 A study of selected literature representative of various ethnic groups in the United States, e.g., Native American, Black, Jewish, Hispanic, or a concentration on one of them. POS 4930 The Arab-Israeli Conflict Credits: 3 A survey of the political and social issues of the Arab- Israeli conflict from the 1930's to the present. WOH 3283 Origins and Development of Modem Israel. Credits: 3 Overview of the origins of Zionism in Jewish thought and the development of Jewish nationalism, culminat- ing in the establishment of Israel in 1948. The diversity of Israeli society and politics as related to Middle East and world affairs. WOH 3284 History of the Jews from Ancient to Early Modem Times Credits: 3 History of the Jews from ancient to early modern times, focusing on Jewish social, religious, and intel- lectual life in Muslim and Christian societies. WOH 3285 History of the Jews from 70 to 1700 Credits: 3 This course examines the history of the Jews from the destruction of the second temple of Jerusalem to the beginning of the eighteenth century: Jewish social, religious, and intellectual life in Muslim and Christian societies is emphasized. WOH 3286 Modem Jewish History 1700 to Present Credits: 3 The transformation of Jewish life in the last three cen- turies, inclusive of the Jewish communities of Europe, the Middle East, North Africa, and America, is studied. GRADUATE COURSES Please refer to the Graduate Catalog for graduate course listings. INSTRUCTIONAL STAFF 1992-93 Roosenraad; J.A., Chair; Butler, G.A., Adviser; Alexander, L.B.; Aller, H.E.; Carson, L.M.; Chamberlin, W.F.; Chance, J.C.; Dodd, J.E.; Freeman, J.G.; Griffith, J.L.; Herzog, K.E.; Kent, K.E.M.; McKeen, W.L.; Patterson, B.R.; Pierce, R.N.; Tipton, L.P.; Tripp, B.E.; Walsh-Childers, K.; Weston, E.G. Offerings in journalism are designed primarily for training professional journalists in newspaper and magazine reporting, writing, editing and photography. Students interested in major work in print journalism are referred to the requirements of the College of Journalism and Communications, which offers report- ing, editing, magazine, and photojournalism sequences within its Journalism Department. Students also are referred to College course offerings in Advertising, Public Relations, Technical Communications and Telecommunication. Students not admitted to the College of Journalism and Communications must have a 2.5 overall grade point average to enroll in other than the following courses: MMC 1000, MMC 2100, RTV 3000, RTV 2100, ADV 3000, PUR 3000. THE MINOR: A minor in mass communication studies (open only to non-College of Journalism and Communication majors) consists of a minimum of 15 credits, nine of which must be completed at UF. All courses must be completed with a grade of C or bet- ter. Applicants must be a junior or higher in their col- lege and must have a 2.5 or higher cumulative grade point average. The following courses are required: ADV 3000, PUR 3000, RTV 3000 and RTV 3401. MMC 2100 or RTV 2100 may be substituted for ADV 3000, PUR 3000 or RTV 3000. One course from this list must be completed: ADV 4300, PUR 3500 or RTV 3405. Obtain approval of your college dean before obtaining college approval in 1000 Weimer Hall. Journalism JOU 3101 Reporting. F, S, SS. Credits: 3; Prereq: MMC 2100 with at least a C, abili- ty to type 30 words a minute. Instruction and practice in reporting and writing basic news stories. Emphasis on style, clarity, accuracy and responsibility in handling news. JOU 3110 Applied Fact Finding. F, S, SS. Credits: 3; Prereq: MMC 2100. Instruction and practice in researching and solving complex news problems. Emphasis on enterprise, doc- umentation and use of multiple sources, using stan- dard reference works and public records. JOU 3600 Survey of Photojournalism. F, S, SS. Credits: 2; Prereq: Junior standing or above. Terminal course not open to photojournalism majors. Introduction to journalistic still photography; visual- ization; selection and use of photographs for the print media; legal, historical, stylistic, ethical and technical aspects. Required student picture-taking and dark- room work minimal. Students must furnish supplies. JOU 3601 Photographic Journalism. F, S. Credits: 3; Prereq: Junior standing or above in the College of Journalism & Communications or permission of instructor. Study and practice of still photography as a major com- ponent of print journalism. Emphasis on basic reporto- rial picture-taking and darkroom techniques; selection and use of photographs; ethical, historical, legal and stylistic aspects. Students must furnish supplies. JOU 4004 History of Journalism. F, S. Credits: 3 Origin, development and potentiality of print and broadcast media, with emphasis on the daily and weekly press. Analysis will be made of the evolution of standards, policies, methods and controls. JOU 4104 Public Affairs Reporting. F, S. Credits: 3; Prereq: JOU 3101 with at least a C, JOU 3110. Instruction and practice in basic public affairs report- ing, with emphasis on responsible coverage of courts, schools, and city and county government. t+ Grading is on S-U basis only.