ITAL 0155 - The New Italians

Instruction Method In-Person

Course Description

Artistic production of first-generation Italians within a historical and social overview of contemporary Italy. History of Italian colonialism in Africa, recent migratory waves to Italy from different countries, birth of new identities, and current laws on citizenship for first-generation Italians. Focus on a broad variety of artistic production by the “new Italians,” from visual arts to fashion, music, cinema, theater, and literature. Analysis of song lyrics, book excerpts, visual art productions, TV shows, and movies to discuss and reflect upon relevant themes of social justice across different cultures. In Italian. Prerequisites: Italian 22 or consent.

Basic Enrollment Requirements: Unofficial Transcript – Bachelor’s Degree or progress towards a Bachelor’s Degree + 3.0 GPA.

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ITAL 0155 - A

Spring Term 2024 (Jan-May)

In-Person

Enrollment Closed

The New Italians

Lecture

W, M

1:30PM to 2:45PM

Jan 17, 2024 to Apr 29, 2024

Schedule and Location

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31.2

Medford/Somerville Campus

In-Person

Graduate Credit credit (3 units)	$5,190.00	Click here to get more information
Non-Credit: Auditor credit (3 units)	$1,300.00	Click here to get more information
Undergraduate Credit credit (3 units)	$3,147.00	Click here to get more information

3 credit(s)

Section Notes

The New Italians: Stories, Music and Cinema. Artistic production of first-generation Italians within a historical and social overview of contemporary Italy. History of Italian colonialism in Africa, recent migratory waves to Italy from different countries, birth of new identities, and current laws on citizenship for first-generation Italians. Focus on a broad variety of artistic production by the “new Italians,” from visual arts to fashion, music, cinema, theater, and literature. Analysis of song lyrics, book excerpts, visual art productions, TV shows, and movies to discuss and reflect upon relevant themes of social justice across different cultures. In Italian. Prerequisites: Italian 22 or consent.

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