PORT 497 Global Portuguese
PORT 497 Global Portuguese
Credits: 1-9/maximum of 9
This course offers students a deeper understanding of the global manifestations of the Portuguese language and its associated Luso-Afro-Brazilian cultures. The class traces transoceanic connections within the Portuguese-speaking world by discussing histories and aftermaths of colonialism and dictatorships, race and migration, linguistic diversity, cultural exchanges, and the concept of Lusofonia. We will examine poetry, short stories, music, film, and visual art in dialogue with news articles, historical sources, policy statements, and academic essays. This class will be conducted in Portuguese. Students must be able to complete readings, informal and formal written assignments, and in-class discussion and activities in Portuguese.