Studies in Language and Stylistics



Designed to develop oral and written proficiency at the advanced

level, this course meets daily for two hours: one hour dedicated to

the study of morphological and syntactic patterns and structures, and

one hour to oral expression. Through the analysis of different

language sectors (i.e. journalism, business, sports, contemporary

jargon) in class, the students will gain better understanding of the

Italian language in its various uses. The aim of this course is also

to help the students find their own Italian voice while speaking and

writing. This endeavor requires daily practice and a particular

attention to problems of stylistics.



* Note: This course is obligatory for all first-time graduate students

except those exempted on the basis of a placement examination.

Students scoring low on the placement test are required to take

3407 without graduate credit and cannot apply to the Florence Program

in Italy (1 Unit).



Required Texts: The instructor will supply all course materials.