CALA Catalog Summer 2020

Center for Applied Liberal Arts
Summer 2020
The Center for Applied Liberal Arts (CALA) offers a broad array of open-enrollment courses in
Humanities, Arts, Filmmaking, Writing, Languages, Translation, and Interpreting. Courses are scheduled
in a variety of formats to suit your schedule, including hands-on intensive workshops and lecture series.
Whether you want to brush up your knowledge of British history, gain an understanding of contemporary
art, improve your public speaking, write your memoirs, host a podcast, learn a language, or improve your
professional writing and grammar, we have courses to help you achieve your goals! If you need
assistance in selecting the perfect course, please call us at 212-998-7272 for a consultation.
Studio Art and Photography

Beyond the Snapshot
ARTA1-CE9006/$505
Sec. 1: Wed. 6-9.20 p.m., June 3-24 (4 sessions).
This course is designed for those who want to achieve their creative potential by moving beyond the
automatic mode of the camera and developing the skills to take great photographs. Topics include
camera functions for both film and digital, f-stops, shutter speeds, filter use, on-camera flash, metering
for proper exposure, the use of RAW format, and postproduction. Lectures, demonstrations, and hands-
on practice provide the tools for taking professional images. As you begin to feel at ease with your
equipment, the course moves on to aesthetic considerations, including subject matter, composition, and
lighting. Share and discuss your images in a supportive environment. Students should bring a digital or
film camera that can be switched to manual mode or they should be prepared to purchase one after
consulting with the instructor. No grades issued.
Instructor: Kay Kenny, three-time recipient, NJSCA Fellowship Award; recipient, NYU School of
Professional Studies Teaching Excellence Award; work is in numerous national and international
collections.
Mastering the Art of Street Photography

ARTA1-CE9409/$699
Sec. 1: Mon. 6-9.20 p.m., June 1-July 27 (8 sessions). No class July 6.
A long tradition of street photography features many photo greats — Brassaï, Cartier-Bresson, Garry
Winogrand, Vivian Maier, and others — who put the focus on decisive, often-unposed moments that can
change our perceptions of the world. Explore this photographic form and learn the basic photographic,
compositional, and perceptual skills it requires. The course culminates in a group salon show featuring
photographs from four shooting locations around New York City displayed in a one-night floor show.
This course is intended for enthusiasts who are acquainted with their camera’s controls. No grades
issued.
Instructor: Lawrence Wheatman, professional photographer for more than twenty years; exhibiting
artist.
Introduction to Drawing
ARTA1-CE9037/$579
Sec. 1: Mon. 2-4.30 p.m., June 1-Aug. 3 (8 sessions). No class June 8, July 13.
Drawing arises from a universal human impulse — the desire to communicate. The act of drawing
consists of using the eyes, mind, and heart to translate an image seen into an image recorded. If you
always have wanted to express yourself through drawing, then take this course to gain an introduction to
To register, please call 212-998-7150 or visit our website www.sps.nyu.edu/professional-pathways.html.

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the fundamental concepts and techniques necessary to unlock the mysteries of perspective, shading,
and rendering a likeness. A list of required materials is sent before the first class. No grades issued.
Instructor: Meera Thompson, artist, exhibitions in New York.
Painting
ARTA1-CE9033/$629
Sec. 1: Tues. 6.30-9 p.m., June 2-July 21 (8 sessions).
Whether you are a beginning or advanced student of painting, work with oil and acrylic paints to acquire
or hone skills in composition, proportion, texture, and mark-making. Discover how to set up the palette,
mix, and contrast warm and cool colors. Gain an understanding of both realistic and imaginative uses
of color. Work with still-life arrangements, photographs, and live models. Group instruction and
individual feedback are provided. Personal expression is encouraged. No grades issued.
Instructor: Brian McCafferty, watercolor and acrylic painter for more than twenty years; exhibited
artist; president, Lionize, a literary agency.
Art History
Contemporary Architecture, 1990 to Present
ARTS1-CE9082/$549
Sec. 1: Thurs. 11 a.m.-1.05 p.m., July 2-Aug. 20 (8 sessions).
Architecture is increasingly seen as a crucial element in the cultural identity of cities as new and old
global centers make their mark with iconic buildings from some of the world’s great architects. Explore
the most important developments in architecture from the 1990s — ideas, ideologies, projects, buildings,
and cities. Examine some of the most influential contemporary architects, trace the evolution of their
work and their responses to current challenges in architecture and society, and learn to better
understand the built environment. Architects presented will include Renzo Piano, Rafael Moneo,
Norman Foster, Richard Rogers, Elizabeth Diller, Ricardo Scofidio, Frank Gehry, Zaha Hadid, Daniel
Libeskind, Bjarke Ingels, and Santiago Calatrava. The course also will include optional onsite walking
tours to increase your interaction with New York City architecture. No grades issued.
Instructor: Ivan Rumenov Shumkov, architect; visiting scholar, Columbia University.
*NEW* American Women Artists: 1900-1945

ARTS1-CE9089/$249
Sec. 1: Wed. 1-2.40 p.m., June 3-24 (4 sessions).
In this course, we will examine and discuss the artworks of extraordinary American women artists, some
familiar and others less so. Gain a better understanding of why work by women artists is often
overlooked by the public and overshadowed by the work of their male contemporaries — sometimes
even entirely forgotten by history. We will explore how women navigated societal expectations while
pursuing their art and careers. Often, these artists faced difficult choices, sacrificing personal lives or
career opportunities to pursue their passion. Over the centuries, most women artists fell into obscurity
soon after death, no matter the successes they achieved while alive. Together, we will resuscitate and
celebrate the careers of American women artists whose work deserves greater acclaim. Topics to be
covered include the Red Rose Girls and American illustration, Elizabeth Okie Paxton and the Boston
school, Theresa Bernstein and urban realism, and Isabel Bishop and social realism. No grades issued.
Instructor: Rena Tobey, scholar, museum educator, and speaker, the Metropolitan Museum of Art,
Jewish Museum, New York Public Library, New York Adventure Club, and elsewhere.

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Art Styles Through the Ages
ARTS1-CE9071/$549
Sec. 1: Wed. 1-2.40 p.m., June 3-July 22 (8 sessions).
Develop your eye for and your understanding of painting, sculpture, and architecture by building a
foundation in the history of art. This course celebrates prehistoric cave paintings, Egypt’s Pharaohs’ art
of death and the afterlife, philosophical China in writing and painting, classical Greek art, and Roman
art and architecture. Next, develop a greater awareness of the divine in the art of the world’s religions:
early Christian art, Jewish symbolic art, and the infinite in design and pattern in Islamic art; creatures in
Romanesque art; and the impassioned engineering and building in Gothic cathedrals. Then focus on
the illusion of reality and new artistic devices found in Italian early and High Renaissance through the
work of Leonardo, Michelangelo, and Titian. Study fantastic art in Northern Europe in the age of the
Protestant Reformation and learn of Brueghel and Bosch. Experience the drama, psychology, and
kinship in artwork by baroque masters of the 17th century and encounter Caravaggio, Rembrandt, and
Vermeer. Next, study the art of two revolutions: 18th- and 19th-century neoclassicism and Romanticism
and discover David and Goya. Then visit 19th-century Impressionism and Postimpressionism via
Monet, van Gogh, and Munch. Finally, tackle crucial issues in the 20th century: skyscrapers, cubism,
futurism, surrealism, African-American art, feminist art, pop art, and the Vietnam Veterans Memorial,
taking note of Picasso, Jacob Lawrence, Andy Warhol, Frida Kahlo, and Maya Lin. A visit to the
Museum of Modern Art is planned. No grades issued. Tuition includes museum fees.
Instructor: Francine Tyler, adjunct professor, art history, Long Island University.
Islamic Art History

ARTS1-CE9009/$249
Sec. 1: Tues. 1-2.40 p.m., June 2-23 (4 sessions).
Join us for a visual journey into the riches of the arts of the Islamic world, a field that stretches from
Andalusia in Spain across the Middle East and North Africa to Southeast Asia. We will explore
sumptuous textiles, intricate wood and ivory carvings, painted ceramics in glossy glazes, metalwork
inlaid with precious materials, enameled and gilded glass, and the painting and calligraphic traditions of
the book arts. We will tour the sacred mosques, monumental palaces, and lush gardens where such
objects were used and treasured. Finally, the course will examine the continuity of these artistic
traditions by looking at the work of contemporary artists from Islamic regions and their responses to
political and social events of the 20th and 21st centuries. At least one class session will take place at
the Metropolitan Museum of Art. No grades issued.
Instructor: Courtney Stewart, senior research assistant in the Department of Islamic Art at the
Metropolitan Museum of Art.
*NEW* Modernism: From Expressionism and Fauvism to Abstract Expressionism

ARTS1-CE9971/$399
Sec. 1: Thurs. 2-4 p.m., July 16-Aug. 13 (5 sessions).
The 20th century blew up the art world. Artists experimented with subject matter and ideas reflecting
their own inner visions rather than the obvious. New techniques, materials, and approaches exploded
onto the art scene. This course will cover major movements that defined and shaped art in the 20th
century and still influence art produced today, including expressionism, fauvism, cubism, Dadaism,
futurism, surrealism, precisionism, and abstract expressionism. Gallery, auction, or museum field
trips will be included. No grades issued.
Instructor: Gayle Skluzacek, president, Abigail Hartmann Associates, certified USPAP

instructor.

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The Art Scene
ARTS1-CE9062/$599
Sec. 1: Wed. 11 a.m.-1.05 p.m., June 3-July 22 (8 sessions).
Visit New York City’s museums and galleries to gain insight into the meaning of and inspiration for
today’s art. Explore the changing art scene firsthand during field outings to artists’ spaces and auction
houses; galleries in SoHo and Chelsea and on 57th Street and Madison Avenue; and at the
Metropolitan, Whitney, and Guggenheim Museums. Discuss the societal, economic, and political
forces that are transforming the art of this century. No grades issued.
Instructor: Filip Noterdaeme, lecturer, Metropolitan and Guggenheim Museums.
*NEW* The Met at 150

ARTS1-CE9066/$459
Sec. 1: Mon. 11 a.m.-1.05 p.m., June 1-July 6 (6 sessions).
Dedicated to the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s 150th anniversary and coinciding with the exhibition
Making The Met, 1870-2020, this course offers a thought-provoking journey through the history of one
of the world’s preeminent cultural institutions. Exploring the most transformational moments in the
evolution of the Met’s collections, buildings, and ambitions, the course will shed light on the visionary
figures and cultural forces that shaped the museum from its 1870 founding to the present day. Stories
of major art acquisitions, rarely seen archival photographs, and multiple visits to the museum will
complement the course. No grades issued.
*NEW* The Russian Century: Art from 1917-2017

ARTS1-CE9021/$459
Sec. 1: Tues. 3-5.05 p.m., June 16-July 21 (6 sessions).
This course reviews major developments in post-czarist Russian art, beginning with early avant-garde
artists Wassily Kandinsky, Kazimir Malevich, and Vladimir Tatlin, who all played critical roles in the
development of 20th-century abstraction. The historical origins and evolution of socialist realism — a
“Marxist” perspective on proletariat cultures — are explained and reevaluated, clarifying the complexity
and appeal of an overly generalized genre. The course magnifies the “nonconformist” (sometimes
heretical) art of the later Soviet era, before addressing current art, media, and subjects. An optional
weekend trip will be scheduled to visit to the Dodge Collection of Soviet nonconformist art at the
Zimmerli Art Museum in New Brunswick, New Jersey. No grades issued.
Instructor: Clayton Press, contemporary art adviser and curator, Linn Press LLC.
*NEW* Velázquez, Rembrandt, Vermeer: The Golden Age of Painting

ARTS1-CE9906/$459
Sec. 1: Tues. 11 a.m. -1.05 p.m., June 2-July 7 (6 sessions).
Catholic Spain and the Protestant Low Countries were politically at odds in the late 16th and early 17th
centuries yet both experienced their own independent golden age of painting then. Inspired by the
Prado exhibition Velázquez, Rembrandt, Vermeer: Parallel Visions, this course presents an opportunity
to discover unexpected affinities between masterpieces by Rembrandt, Velázquez, Vermeer, El Greco,
and many others. While the annals of art history have considered the traditions of painting in Spain and
the Netherlands to be essentially different, this course juxtaposes the two countries’ artistic
achievements in order to establish points of comparison between them and to reflect on their numerous
shared traits. Multiple visits to the Metropolitan Museum of Art are planned. No grades issued.
Professional Arts

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Development for the Visual and Performing Arts
ARTP1-CE9150/$699
Sec. 1: Online and asynchronous. July 6-Aug. 10.
Gain an understanding of the basic principles of fundraising for the arts by exploring the issues important
to institutional and individual donors and the needs of public and private sources. Learn the techniques,
skills, and strategies for implementing an effective fundraising plan in challenging times. Learn how to
assess organizational readiness and to make the “case.” Central issues discussed include recent
fundraising trends; the roles and resources of the board, the staff, and volunteers; ways to identify
potential supporters and to sustain relationships with public, private, and individual donors; and effective
communication through written and oral presentations. Acquire the core competencies needed for a
career in the arts and cultural fundraising. This course may be used to fulfill the requirements of the
Certificate in Arts Management.
Instructor: Cynthia Ries, executive director of Greater Cleveland Community Shares, former deputy
director of the Children’s Museum of Manhattan.
Financial Management for the Arts

ARTP1-CE9720/$699
Sec. 1: Online and asynchronous. June 1-July 6.
No matter what role you play in a cultural organization, understanding its financial foundation is critical to
your and the organization’s success. This course is designed to provide that basic understanding. Using
real-world examples, you will explore how cultural institutions finance themselves and how they price
services, manage funds, and comply with financial laws and practices. Learn how to think critically about
revenue opportunities from an organization’s admissions, memberships, food services, retail, and
intellectual property. You will acquire a basic understanding of cultural organization accounting and its
impact on day-to-day decision making. The role of the board is discussed, as are current trends in
institutional financing. The course may include one field trip. This course may be used to fulfill the
requirements of the Certificate in Arts Management.
Instructor: Richard Shein, recipient, NYU School of Professional Studies Teaching Excellence Award;
chief financial officer, New-York Historical Society.
Nonprofit Arts Management

ARTP1-CE9700/$699
Sec. 1: Fri.-Sat. 9 a.m.-6.45 p.m., June 19-20 (2 sessions).
Acquire an understanding of the fundamentals of healthy nonprofit arts organizations by surveying the
principal concerns and skills required of an arts manager. With a focus on the dual responsibilities to
mission and regulation, this course will examine how dynamic and sustainable arts organizations are
structured, governed, and managed. Explore the basic elements of strategic planning, programming,
and audience development. Career pathways and development also will be discussed.
This course may be used to fulfill the requirements of Certificate in Arts Management.
Instructor: Beth Vogel, principal specializing in nonprofit management, planning, and development at
Beth Vogel Consulting.
Preservation Planning and Practice

PRES1-CE1001001/$ 650
Sec 1: Thurs. 6.15-8.45 p.m., June 4-Aug. 6 (10 sessions).
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to preservation planning in New York City. It
examines the emergence of historic preservation as a discipline and introduces tools common to the field,
including individual and historic district designations, National Register listings, and preservation
easements. The significance of local regulation in the development of municipal landmark legislation in
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regulatory construct promulgated by the Historic Preservation Act of 1966 are made clear. Learn about
the constitutional underpinnings of preservation law and the role of the courts in shaping it. This course
highlights planning and zoning mechanisms that promote historic preservation. It also introduces
neighborhood conservation district ordinances as a means through which preservation planning in New
York City could be strengthened. This course may be used to fulfill the requirements of the Certificate in
Historic Preservation Studies.
Instructor: Carol Clark, director in the Office of the Chief Architect at NYC’s Department of Design and
Construction, served as deputy commissioner of the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic
Preservation.
Film Studies
*NEW* Hollywood’s Private Eyes
CINE1-CE9500/$449
He can be a white knight in a trench coat or just a tough guy with an attitude, but the private detective is
as much a Hollywood archetype as the cowboy — and just as complicated. We look at characters in six
hard-boiled films, including works from Chandler, Hammett, Polanski, and Tourneur, and discover a
diverse variety of private eyes — among them moralistic (The Maltese Falcon), fatalistic (Out of the
Past), nihilistic (Kiss Me Deadly), and pessimistic (Chinatown). Nonetheless, they all share a fondness
for bourbon, a weakness for femmes fatales, and the very modern suspicion that the world is shaped by
rich and powerful men whose agendas we can only hope to fathom. No grades issued.
Instructor: Stephen Whitty, film critic and columnist at The Star-Ledger and former chairman, New York
Film Critics Circle.
*NEW* New York on Film

CINE1-CE9005/$499
Sec. 2: Tues. 6.45-8.25 p.m., June 9-July 28 (8 sessions).
In this course, we will examine the diverse ways that New York City has been presented on film, from
the silent era to the 1970s. Our range will be broad, encompassing documentaries, narrative films, silent
comedies, experimental films, short films, feature-length movies, and little-known and well-known
pictures. Our itinerary may include “city symphonies,” a silent film genre in which filmmakers sought a
poetic evocation of city streets and buildings; great silent comedies by Buster Keaton, Harold Lloyd, and
others that made use of location filming in New York; “experimental” films by artists as Joseph Cornell
and Rudy Burckhardt; quasi-documentaries such as Little Fugitive (1953) and On the Bowery (1956);
such feature films in which the city plays a starring role as Marty and The Naked City and Hitchcock’s
The Wrong Man; and films that address such present-day concerns of New Yorkers as gentrification,
such as Dead End and The Landlord, among much else. No grades issued.
Instructor: Francis Morrone, recipient of NYU School of Professional Studies Teaching Excellence
Award; author of An Architectural Guidebook to Brooklyn; Brooklyn: A Journey through the City of
Dreams; and The Guide to New York Urban Landscapes.
*NEW* The Life of the Mind: Movies About Writers

CINE1-CE9652/$599
Sec. 1: Thurs. 2-4.55 p.m., June 4-July 23 (8 sessions).
The writer is simultaneously the most and least important person to a film. The writer is the creator of
most narratives — through novels, journalism, or film — and is also the conduit of creativity, research,
and formation of the entire narrative. Yet the writer’s relationship to the film — both practically and on
the screen — is quite complex. In movies, writers have been depicted as everything from shining heroes

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who take down a president to troubled geniuses to conflicted plagiarists seeking to further their own
careers. This course will explore the myriad depictions of writers in cinema. Screenings may include All
the President’s Men, Stranger Than Fiction, Barton Fink, Misery, Adaptation, Capote, Trumbo, Almost
Famous, Spotlight, The End of the Tour, and A Quiet Passion. No grades issued.
Instructor: Frederic Richter, director of development at Tradition Pictures and screenwriter of

Appearances.
*NEW* Travel in Film

CINE1-CE9363/$599
Sec. 1: Wed. 2-5 p.m., July 1-Aug. 19 (8 sessions).
From famous road movies to emotional homecoming narratives, travel films have been among the
highest-grossing film genres domestically and internationally. In this course, we will reflect on
several cinematic purposes of “travel” in contemporary international films and examine their
character development and narrative structure. Screenings may include The Royal Exchange
(France), The Second Mother (Brazil), The Edge of Heaven (Germany/Turkey), The Sapphires
(Australia), Where Is the Friend’s House? (Iran), Ida (Poland), and Roma (Mexico). No grades
issued.
Instructor: Leonard Cortana, co-author of The Films of Mike Leigh and American Film and Society
Since 1945.
History and Culture

*NEW* A Brief History of Wales
HIST1-CE9058/$249
Sec. 1: Thurs. 11 a.m.-3 p.m., June 18-25 (2 sessions).
An enthralling history, a richly enduring culture, and colorful ancient traditions reflect the unique heritage
of Wales. Against a backdrop of great scenic beauty, study Wales from the Middle Ages to the present
to learn about the unique country houses, including treasure-filled Erddig; the Victorian seaside resort
Aberystwyth; world-famous Welsh literary and choral traditions; and the renowned annual celebratory
Eisteddfod cultural festival. Also uncover the role played by the medieval Welsh nobility and the reasons
why Edward I of England in the 13th century built imposing castles in Wales as formidable as
Caernarfon, why England’s Tudor dynasty has a Welsh lineage, and why Prince Charles as heir to the
throne is the Prince of Wales. No grades issued.
Instructor: Lorella Brocklesby, cultural historian and fellow, the Royal Society of Arts; recipient of the
NYU School of Professional Studies Excellence in Teaching Award.
*NEW* A Day at Machu Picchu

HIST1-CE9104/$119
Sec. 1: Wed. 1-4.20 p.m., June 24.
Join us as we travel to Peru to one of the most spectacular archaeological sites in the world, recently
designated as one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Explore the Inca capital of Cuzco, viewing
some distinctive artifacts of Inca culture. The story of the Spanish conquest leads us to Hiram Bingham’s
early-20th-century quest for Vilcabamba, known as the last refuge of the Inca. Tour the main structures
of this lost city, focusing on the stonework, royal residential buildings, and the sacred ceremonial space.
Also discuss contemporary issues of world cultural heritage, including policies regarding the
environment and the impact of tourism and the repatriation of artifacts. No grades issued.
Instructor: George Scheper, faculty associate at Johns Hopkins University; director, National
Endowment for the Humanities Institutes on Cultural Studies; and recipient of the NYU School of

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Professional Studies Excellence in Teaching Award.
*NEW* A Day with the Maya: Visiting Chichén Itzá

HIST1-CE9030/$119
Sec. 1: Wed. 1-4.20 p.m., June 10.
Engage in an in-depth exploration of the glories and enigmas of ancient Maya civilization. Focus on four
of the most splendid Maya archaeological sites: Copán (Honduras), Tikal (Guatemala), Palenque
(Chiapas, Mexico), and Uxmal and Chichén Itzá (Yucatán, Mexico). Exciting new excavations, along with
recently deciphered Mayan glyph writing, have enriched our understanding of these sites and have
imparted specific stories of individual Maya kings and queens. Also explore contemporary Maya and
cultural continuities, as seen in village craft traditions, religious practice, and literary expression. No
grades issued.
Instructor: George Scheper, faculty associate at Johns Hopkins University; director, National
Endowment for the Humanities Institutes on Cultural Studies; and recipient of the NYU School of
Professional Studies Excellence in Teaching Award.
The Foundations of the Modern World

HIST1-CE9096/$479
Sec. 1: Wed. 6.30-8.10 p.m., June 10-July 29 (8 sessions).
From the 15th to 17th centuries, profound changes occurred in Europe that forever altered the way men
and women thought about nature, the world around them, their relationship to God, and the way they
looked at the universe. This course examines those fundamental changes, beginning with the
rediscovery of the ancient world by the Italian humanists and the resulting effects on art, architecture,
and literature. Then we will analyze the advances in mathematics, astronomy, physics, and medicine
that today we call the Scientific Revolution. Finally, we will explore those forces unleashed by Martin
Luther, John Calvin, Henry VIII, and other Protestant reformers that shattered the religious unity of
Europe.
Instructor: Robin McMahon, contributor to peer-reviewed encyclopedia, De Imperatoribus Romanis;

author of biographies of Decius, Probus, and Tacitus.
*NEW* The Syrian Civil War and Cold War Politics in the 21st Century
HIST1-CE9971/$299
Sec. 1: Tues. 11 a.m.-12.40 p.m., June 16-July 14 (5 sessions).
This course will focus on the origins of the Syrian Civil War, including the Arab Spring protests and
interference by the United States and Russia, both of whom not only have failed to stop the violence and
bring about stability but also have soured their own relationship to Cold War levels. We will thoroughly
analyze and discuss the Syrian Kurds, who were abandoned by the Trump administration after doing
much of the heavy fighting against ISIS. The course also will cover how countries around the world have
responded to the Syrian refugee crisis and what can be expected for Syria, the Middle East, the United
States, and Russia going forward as the conflict continues. No grades issued.
Instructor: Jeremy Levine, professor at multiple universities in New York and New Jersey, where he has
taught political science, sociology, economics, and business courses at both the undergraduate and
graduate level.
Literature

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*NEW* From Ellison to Nguyen: Exploring Multicultural America
LITR1-CE9921/$339
Sec. 1: Tues. 10-11.40 a.m., June 9-30 (4 sessions).
Ralph Ellison’s Invisible Man is one of the great 20th-century novels, one that placed the African-
American experience at the center of American and world literature. We will study this masterpiece in
conjunction with two more-recent works that respond to and comment on Invisible Man: Toni Morrison’s
Paradise and Viet Thanh Nguyen’s The Sympathizer. These acclaimed books of epic scope and
astonishing innovation have much in common, pairing social critique with ambivalent reflection and
desire for community with an awareness of the need for individuality and dissidence. In critiquing racism
and exclusion in the United States, these writers also construct an active ongoing literary tradition. No
grades issued.
Instructor: Nicholas Birns, literary critic, author of Theory after Theory; Barbarian Memory; and
Contemporary Australian Literature: A World Not Yet Dead.
*NEW* Agatha Christie

LITR1-CE9920/$339
Sec. 1: Thurs. 1-2.40 p.m., July 9-30 (4 sessions).
Known as the Queen of Crime and the Mistress of Mystery, Agatha Christie is the world’s best-known
mystery writer. Her work has been outsold only by the Bible and Shakespeare. Recently, she also
has earned a reputation as a significant literary artist and is receiving serious attention from scholars,
literary critics, and social critics — even scientists, who have noted that her language patterns
stimulate higher-than-usual activity in the brain. In discussing her classic mysteries, we will examine
the considerable uncertainty and disorder underneath her seemingly cozy worlds, which far from
remaining conservative enclaves address modern times and modern problems. We also will explore
themes of illusion and truth, appearance and reality, and criminal psychology as well as Christie’s
highly inventive narrative strategies. Readings will feature diabolically clever criminals as well as her
great detectives, including her two major sleuths, Hercule Poirot and Miss Marple. Readings will
include The Murder at the Vicarage, Murder on the Orient Express, The A.B.C. Murders, Towards
Zero, At Bertram’s Hotel, and And Then There Were None. Please read The Murder of Roger
Ackroyd prior to the first class.
Instructor: Margaret Boe Birns, recipient of the NYU School of Professional Studies Excellence in
Teaching Award and contributor to The New York Times Book Review.
*NEW* Detective Partners in Literature

LITR1-CE9633/$499
Sec. 1: Thurs. 1-2.40 p.m., June 4-July 23 (8 sessions).
Despite Raymond Chandler’s famous claim that “a really good detective never gets married,” literary
partners from Holmes and Watson to Nick and Nora Charles to Lou Norton and Colin Taggert have
gained devoted readership by proving Ernest Hemingway’s more colorful conviction: “No matter how a
man alone ain’t got no bloody f**king chance,” be it spouse, chronicler, sidekick, or complementary
counterpart, the detective partner enriches narrative technique and deepens characterization in mystery
fiction. Whether the appeal lies in similarity, as in the cozy quintessential Englishness of Holmes and
Watson or in the seemingly endless and sometimes-uneasy combinations of differences in personality,
gender, race, religion, sexual preference, economic class, or even species, the detective partnership
itself holds a fascination as strong as the mysteries they solve. Join us to read and discuss a wide
sampling of classic and contemporary detective partnerships by Dashiell Hammett, Rex Stout, Elizabeth
George, Val McDermid, Tony Hillerman, Rachel Howzell Hall, and others. No grades issued.
Instructor: Leigh Harbin, adjunct instructor, Marymount Manhattan College.
Literature for the 21st Century

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LITR1-CE9054/$499
Sec. 1: Tues. 10-11.40 a.m., June 9-July 28 (8 sessions).
Discover a generation of authors likely to set literary trends well into the 21st century. Examine such
literary issues as postmodernism and magical realism and consider the controversies over
multiculturalism and the nature of the literary canon. Through close reading and nuanced discussions,
explore postmodernism in relation to modernism, intertextuality, pastiche, temporal displacement, and
other literary themes. Readings include Esi Edugyan’s Washington Black, Richard Powers’s The
Overstay, Cormac McCarthy’s No Country for Old Men, James Kelman’s That Was a Shiver and
Other Stories, Olga Tokarczuk’s Flights, Joy Harjo’s An American Sunrise, and Bernardine Evaristo’s
Girl, Woman, Other. Please read Washington Black prior to the first class. No grades issued.
Instructor: Peter Arcese, recipient, NYU School of Professional Studies Excellence in Teaching
Award; poet; director; and attorney.
*NEW* My Brilliant Friend: The Neapolitan World of Elena Ferrante

LITR1-CE9959/$339
Sec. 1: Tues. 1-2.40 p.m., June 9-30 (4 sessions).
Elena Ferrante’s series of Neapolitan novels is considered one of contemporary world literature’s great
masterpieces. Beginning in the years following the Second World War, Ferrante invites us to follow two
girls from a poor neighborhood in Naples whose divergent yet overlapping lives lead us through 60
years and into our century. We will discuss in depth the two major characters — Lila and Elena —
examining their strange and powerful relationship and their loves, losses, triumphs, despair, and
resilience as they articulate the changing lives of modern women. We also will explore the Neapolitan
setting, which becomes a character in its own right. Finally, the novels will give us the opportunity to
reflect on the extraordinary changes affecting Italy and indeed the entire globe in the second half of the
20th century. Readings for the course will be My Brilliant Friend, The Story of a New Name, Those
Who Leave and Those Who Stay, and The Story of the Lost Child. Please read the first book, My
Brilliant Friend, for the first class. No grades issued.
Instructor: Nicholas Birns, literary critic and author of Theory after Theory; Barbarian Memory; and
Contemporary Australian Literature: A World Not Yet Dead.
The Novel Today

LITR1-CE9270/$499
Summer 2020: Discuss major new work by today’s top writers, including emerging novelists, award
winners, and established favorites, all of whom are central to the current cultural conversation.
Readings will take us to a prehistoric Northumbrian “ghost wall,” an alternate 1980s London, a village
in Oman, a sensational criminal trial in central Florida, the famous Dakota apartment building in the
time of John Lennon, cyberspace via a spiritual journey, an island nation cut off from the rest of the
world, and Marseilles on the brink of World War II. We will investigate a variety of inventive narrative
strategies; explore the psychology of numerous fascinating characters; and examine important topics
within a context of changing worlds, changing times, and changing lives. Readings will include Sarah
Moss, Ghost Wall; Ian McEwan, Machines Like Me; Jokha al-Harthi, Celestial Bodies; Jill Ciment, The
Body in Question; Tom Barbash, The Dakota Winters; Nathan Englander, Kaddish.com; John
Lanchester, The Wall; and Julie Orringer, The Flight Portfolio. Students should read Ghost Wall by
Sarah Moss prior to the first class.
Instructor: Margaret Boe Birns, recipient, NYU School of Professional Studies Excellence in
Teaching Award; writer, The New York Times Book Review.

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*NEW* Bold Young Women of Greek Tragedy: Alcestis, Electra, Iphigenia
LITR1-CE9986/$379
In this course, we will read four famous plays by Euripides that feature young women who face daunting
odds with bravery and determination. Ancient Greece may have been a patriarchal society, but these
works defy stereotypes, suggesting that women, even adolescent ones, wielded some power and
merited respect. First, we will read Alcestis, which depicts a wife who agrees to die in order to save her
husband’s life, even when his aged parents refuse to do so. That will be followed by Electra, Euripides’s
version of the legend in which Electra directly assists her brother, Orestes, in exacting vengeance on
their mother, Clytemnestra, who murdered their father, Agamemnon. We also will read two highly
contrasting plays, Iphigenia in Aulis and Iphigenia Among the Taurians. All four plays, from the fifth
century BCE, are poignant, action-packed, and surprisingly modern in their psychological insights.
Instructor: Susan Matthias, recipient of the NYU School of Professional Studies Excellence in
Teaching Award and translator of classical Greek literature.
Reading Dante’s Inferno

LITR1-CE9105/$399
Sec. 1: Thurs. 11 a.m.-1 p.m., July 9-Aug. 6 (5 sessions).
Join us for a journey through Hell — Dante’s Inferno — a world in which a fascinating cast of
characters, condemned to eternal punishment for sins committed on earth, recount their stories to the
poet as he makes his pilgrimage through the underworld. In this first canticle of the Divine Comedy,
readers encounter condemned lovers, corrupt popes and politicians, thieves, pagans, and a variety of
sinners. Using a reader-friendly translation, we will examine Inferno’s key themes, overall message,
and place in cultural and literary history. The course also may include a trip to the Italian Cultural
Institute, NYU’s Casa Italiana, or the Morgan Library Museum.
Instructor: Eva Bovi, faculty, Stony Brook University; former faculty, Fordham University and Hunter
College.
Music Appreciation
*NEW* 100 Years of Great Czech Music: Smetana, Dvorak, and Janacek
MUSI1-CE9112/$519
In 19th-century European classical music, the spirit of nationalism was a powerful force, enriching the
sound, form, and performance practices of the status quo. Bedrich Smetana, Antonín Dvořák, and Leo
Janaček emphasized their Czech heritage through the use of native language, folk melodies, dances,
and characteristic rhythms. Nationalistic topics provided the subject matter for larger works, such as
operas, symphonies, and tone poems, as well as smaller genres, including character pieces and
sonatas. By recasting Italian, French, and German musical models, they found profound inspiration in
their roots. We will explore such works as Smetana’s Má vlast and The Bartered Bride, Dvořák’s
Slavonic Dances, Gypsy Songs, and Rusalka, plus his “American” works including String Quartet in F
and the New World Symphony, and Janaček’s Sinfonietta, Jenufa, and Glagolitic Mass to name a few.
In tracing the threads of their individual musical journeys, we will travel to Prague, Vienna, and Budapest
— even New York. Artistic triumphs and challenges will be further informed by cultural context. No
musical knowledge is needed for the enjoyment of this course.
Instructor: Edmund Cionek, composer; arranger; orchestrator.
Metropolitan Studies

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Manhattan’s Great Neighborhoods
NYCM1-CE9813/$599
Sec 1: Wed. 10.30 a.m.- 12.35 p.m., June 17-August 5 (8 sessions).
You don’t need a passport to cross 14th Street and walk from Greenwich Village to Chelsea, but you
do begin to sense that you’re in different places. No two Manhattan neighborhoods are the same, and
even within neighborhoods, there are differences, sometimes on a block-by-block basis.
Some swaths might seem to have been built at the same time and cut from the same cloth, but the
average neighborhood has developed over time, with the ideals of one generation comfortably living
next door to the ideals of another. Join us for an introductory illustrated lecture and then seven
walks through some of Manhattan’s great neighborhoods, enclaves and all: East Side, West Side,
all around the town. No grades issued.
Instructor: John Tauranac, author of The Empire State Building: The Making of a Landmark; New York
From the Air; and Manhattan Block by Block: A Street Atlas; recipient of the NYU School of Professional
Studies Excellence in Teaching Award.
Walking and Talking New York

NYCM1-CE9033/$499
Discover how the Irish experience in New York City differed from the Italian experience, why certain
buildings took on a particular style, and what a stream and a statue have to do with the design of
Greenwich Village. Learn why African Americans settled in Harlem, find out how New York City
established its magnificent Central Park, and discover the hidden charms of Chelsea. These are among
the topics discussed in four walking tours and four lively slide-illustrated talks. No grades issued.
Instructor: Joyce Gold, director, Joyce Gold History Tours of New York; author, From Windmills
to the World Trade Center.
Graphic Design
Visual Communication and Graphic Design: An Overview
GDES1-CE9002/$629
Sec. 1: Online and asynchronous. June 1-July 13 (6 sessions).
Gain a thorough understanding of what graphic design is and learn by working through the design
process on a series of image, type, layout, and logo design projects. Additionally, each session will
include a mini-project that centers on key skills in three Adobe Creative Cloud software programs:
Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign. Upon completion of the course, you will have a better
understanding of graphic design and a number of portfolio-ready graphic design projects.
Instructor: Sharon Clarke, AIGA, CAA, SGA.
Data Visualization
3D Modeling with Cinema 4D

VFXX1-CE9473/$809
Expand your modeling skills with Maxon Cinema 4D. A vital tool for aspiring 3D artists, this versatile
high-end computer graphics application numbers among the most popular 3D tools used by industry
professionals for film, broadcasting, and games as well as for medical, architectural, engineering, and
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working with 3D geometry, NURBS modeling methods, logo design, and character development. The
software’s open architecture makes it easy to develop 3D forms that can be used with other 3D
applications, such as Autodesk Maya, Mudbox, and Pixologic ZBrush. The lectures and assignments are
designed to impart modeling experience and familiarity with techniques relevant to the 3D design,
visualization, and animation industries. No prior knowledge of 3D software is required for this class.
Instructor: Adrian Rivera, BFA in Electronic Imaging from Northern Michigan University, is co-founder
of the fashion-fabrication studio DPL Collective.
Film and Television

Digital Cinematography: Camera Techniques and Lighting
FLMM1-CE9955/$1,199
Sec. 1: Wed. 6.30-9.20 p.m., June 3-Aug. 5 (10 sessions).
This hands-on workshop introduces the work of the director of photography, also known as the
cinematographer, who is the co-author — along with the director — of the visual look and feel of a
motion picture. Learn the math and science of photography as well as the proper setup and operation of
camera systems, lighting, and grip equipment. Build proficiency with technical knowledge before
progressing to the aesthetic concerns and artistic choices that are paramount to the cinematographer’s
role. Through demonstrations and practice, tackle the unique challenges of interpreting a script visually
and of incorporating the point of view of a project’s director along with your own creative expression.
Individual sessions cover exterior and interior shooting, digital exposure meters, lens selection and
camera operation, the duties of the camera assistant, and an overview of film stocks and video formats.
This course may be used to fulfill the requirements of Certificate in Filmmaking.
Instructor: Mark Raker, Emmy Award‒winning cinematographer for such directors as Martin
Scorsese and Michael Moore. His network clients include ABC, CBS, NBC, PBS, IFC, TNT, ESPN, BBC,
Discovery Channel, History Channel, National Geographic TV, Bravo, Sesame Workshops, The Weather
Channel, Sundance Channel, and GNT (Brazil). His client list includes Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Chanel,
Vogue, J.Crew, Hello Kitty, and Bank of America, recipient of the NYU School of Professional Studies
Award for Teaching Excellence and recipient of the NYU School of Professional Studies Award for
Outstanding Service.
Digital Filmmaking Intensive

FLMM1-CE9522/$1,999
Sec. 1: Mon.- Fri. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., July 20-24, Wed. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., July 29-July 31 (12 sessions).
Digital Filmmaking Intensive is a fast-paced, teamwork-oriented accelerated course that develops the
creative talents of aspiring filmmakers in the essential aspects of today’s digital film technologies.
Through practical assignments and hands-on instruction, develop an understanding of the concepts,
techniques, technology, and underpinnings of the digital filmmaking process from pre- to postproduction
by writing, directing, producing, shooting, and editing your own films. This experiential approach has a
singular goal: immersion in the art and craft of visual storytelling. You will be introduced to the essential
work of the director, including preparing storyboards, shot lists, and floor plans for your projects.
Lectures will focus on screen direction, the 180-degree rule, the master and coverage approach to
shooting, and an introduction to the organizational structure of a professional cinematic production. You
will shoot in high definition without sync sound and then advance into editing with Premiere Pro. During
postproduction, you will work individually in a computer lab as you are guided through a workflow to
bring your short film projects to completion by adding sound and credits. This course may be used to
fulfill the requirements of the Certificate in Filmmaking. Digital Filmmaking Intensive is equivalent to —
and can be substituted for — Writing and Directing the Short Film and Introduction to Filmmaking
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Required hardware: Mac-formatted external hard drive (min. 500 GB). Tuition covers the use of cameras,
lighting, sound equipment, software, and the lab. Prospective students are encouraged to contact us
sps.cala@nyu.edu with questions or inquiries regarding intensive content or equipment or to request a
copy of the syllabus.
Instructor: Gary Gasgarth, Cine Golden Eagle and Chris Awards and recipient of NYU’s School of
Professional Studies Award for Teaching Excellence.
Introduction to Filmmaking Workshop: Shooting and Postproduction

FLMM1-CE9921/$1,199
Sec. 1: Sat. 10 a.m.-3.10 p.m., June 6-July 25 (7 sessions). No class July 4.
Through hands-on production of digital film projects, this course introduces the language of visual
storytelling and presents an overview of the technology involved in digital filmmaking. Working in a small
production crew with fellow students, you will write, produce, direct, and edit your and your team
members’ film projects and, in so doing, gain increased confidence with professional practices.
You will shoot in high definition without sync sound and then advance into editing with Premiere Pro.
Lectures will focus on screen direction, the 180-degree rule, the master and coverage approach to
shooting, and an introduction to the organizational structure of a professional cinematic production.
During postproduction, you will work individually in a computer lab as you are guided through a workflow
to bring your short film project to completion. This course may be used to fulfill the requirements of
the Certificate in Filmmaking. No prior knowledge of any aspect of videography or editing is required.
Additional hours outside of class time, to be arranged, are required. Lighting, sound equipment, and
editing workstations are provided. Required hardware:External hard drive. After registering, visit NYU
Classes (the online learning system website) for the list
of technical specifications for this course.
Instructor: Marc DeRossi, producer and filmmaker, is an assistant adjunct professor who has been
teaching film and digital courses at NYU SPS since 1996. Awards include Best Editing of a Feature Film,
VI Rio International Film Festival; Special Citation for Feature Editing, International Film Festival of
Aversa, Italy; Best Editing of a Dramatic Short, 25th Film Festival of Brasilia. The dramatic short film, Uma
Historia de Futebol, was one such film that was nominated for Best Live Action Short at the 73rd
Academy Awards.
Writing and Directing the Short Film

FLMM1-CE9400/$729
Sec. 1: Tues. 6.30-8.50 p.m., June 2-Aug. 4 (10 sessions).
Writing a short film requires the same skill set as writing a long-form script. They both require the same
understanding of act structure, dialogue, dramatic conflict, character development, screenplay format,
and visual storytelling. For short films, however, writers must accomplish the same storytelling in a
condensed time. In this rigorous course, learn the fundamentals of screenwriting while writing a
five-minute short film that is ready to shoot. Discuss examples from popular films, complete in-class
exercises, and workshop your scripts. Each week, you will receive coaching as you work through a script
draft. Also, you will be introduced to the essential work of the director, including casting, locking
locations, and preparing storyboards and shot lists for your script. This course may be used to
fulfill the requirements of the Certificate in Filmmaking.
Instructor: Robert Feld, contributing writer to the DGA Quarterly, Written By magazine, and
Cinemontage, and the journals of the Directors Guild, Writers Guild, the Motion Pictures Editors Guild,
respectively. He has also contributed to American Cinematographer, is a contributing editor of
Newmarket Press’ Shooting Script book series, and hosts the Day for Night interview series on The
Huffington Post. His short film Love, Lots of It, starring Campbell Scott, premiered at the Tribeca Film
Festival. His short Sand Castle had its international premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival’s
TIFF KIDS. Currently, he is preparing to direct his feature-length screen adaptation of Lucy Thurber’s
OBIE-winning play, Where We’re Born, starring Christopher Abbott.

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Mastering Documentary Filmmaking: From Concept to Distribution Across Digital Platforms
FLMM1-CE8000/$1,249
Sec. 1: Thurs. 6.30-9 p.m., June 4-July 30 (8 sessions). No class July 2.
In this course, gain practical experience in the various techniques and styles of documentary
filmmaking including expository, observational, and story development as well as in the framing and
conducting of subject interviews. Also experiment with effective use of video, sound-recording
technologies, and lighting while exploring how these evolving technologies and new distribution
platforms have become important parts of a filmmaker’s tool kit to create documentary films. You will be
exposed to the roles, responsibilities, and skills needed to become an independent digital documentary
filmmaker as you gain hands-on experience in developing and writing a proposal that includes a
synopsis, treatment, pitch, top budget sheet, and sample five-minute documentary-style interview.
Instructor: Gladys Bensimon Redmond, professional photographer, an award-winning producer

and director, and president of HBR Production LLC, a film and video production company located in
Hoboken, New Jersey. Bensimon has worked in a wide range of genres from feature film to
documentaries and has produced and directed hundreds of educational video programs. She has
been the recipient of several awards for her documentaries and for many years has served as a
judge for the New York Emmy Awards.
*NEW* Building a Career as a TV or Film Producer

PENT1-CE9700/$879
Sec. 1: Thurs. 6.30-8.35 p.m., June 18-Aug. 6 (8 sessions).
This course offers an overview of the producer’s role in the film and TV industries. In this hands-on
workshop, explore the numerous facets of the producer’s role by exploring the responsibilities and
demands of producing a real or hypothetical film or TV project of your own. Gain experience in defining
your project’s target audience, analyzing scripts and stories to gauge expenses, developing budgets,
making plans for structuring and soliciting funding, casting actors and extras, and exploring distribution
opportunities. Learn how producers manage relationships with studios, financiers, talent, and agents
throughout the entire production process. Complete a series of hands-on exercises to formulate a plan
that will take your project from pre- to postproduction. This course may be used to
fulfill the requirements of the new Summer 2020 Certificate in TV and Film Producing which will appear on
the website on March 2 and we will create a link and update this catalog..
Instructor: Simon TaufiQue, is a producer of award-winning narrative and documentary films with
distribution by Lionsgate, Universal, Amazon, Monument, Reliance, and eOne. His films screened and
won prizes at Sundance, Berlinale, IFP, Austin, Rome, SXSW, Tribeca, and Telluride, including
nominations for the Independent Spirit Awards and Oscar shortlist.
Writing
Advanced Writing Workshop

WRIT1-CE9162/$689
Sec. 1: Thurs. 6.30-9.25 p.m., June 4-July 23 (8 sessions).
(Advisor Signature Required)
(Prevent Web Enroll)
Whether you’re an advanced writer looking for a challenge or a prospective student planning to apply
to graduate writing programs, this workshop can help you to hone your craft and develop your
distinctive voice. As a participant in this rigorous MFA-style workshop, have your writing read and
critiqued weekly. Challenge yourself to produce new writing or to revise and polish work already in
progress. As in many MFA programs, this course is designed to intermingle students working on short
stories, novels, and memoirs. Admission is by permission of the instructor. To apply, email five pages
(double-spaced, 12-point font) to Kenneth French at kf38@nyu.edu. Please include your phone
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semester. Applicants are encouraged to apply early. For application deadline information, please call
212-998-7289.
Instructor: Karen Heuler, writer and contributor to more than 50 magazines and anthologies.
Writers’ Workshop and Tutorial

WRIT1-CE9802/$599
Sec. 1: Sat. 9.30 a.m.-4.15 p.m., June 13, Sat. 9.30 a.m.-4.45 p.m., Aug. 15 (2 sessions).
Combining the dynamic engagement of small peer workshops and one-on-one conferences with an
accomplished professional editor, this course is open to writers of fiction and creative nonfiction. Begin
each session with a private meeting to go over your work with the instructor and reconvene after lunch
for a peer workshop that includes critiques of both in-progress student work and professional published
writing. Walk away with substantive feedback on up to 60 double-spaced pages from your projects,
including novels and short stories, memoirs, essays written for MFA applications, and other works of
creative nonfiction. Space in this class is strictly limited to six writers, so early enrollment is strongly
encouraged. Admission is by permission of the instructor; the deadline to apply for the Summer 2020
section is May 18. To apply, email five pages (double-spaced, 12-point font) of a writing sample as well
as a one-page statement about yourself that details your writing experiences and your reasons for
wanting to take this class to Kenneth French at kf38@nyu.edu. Please include your phone number and
email address. Admission is on a rolling basis and the class may fill before the start of the semester, so
applicants are encouraged to apply early. Admitted students must email 30 pages to the instructor by
May 24.. For application deadline information, please call 212-998-7289.
Instructor: Martha Hughes, author of Precious in His Sight and contributor to Out of Her Mind: Women
Writing about Madness.
Writing Great Characters

WRIT1-CE9224/$399
Sec. 1: Online and asynchronous. June 8-Aug. 3.
What do Blanche DuBois, Katniss Everdeen, Hamlet, Sula Peace, and Michael Corleone all have in
common? They are all great characters. Whether you are a playwright, screenwriter, novelist, or
television writer, the ability to create compelling, unforgettable characters is key. Ultimately, it is the
recognizable yet surprising and unique character that draws in readers and audience members. By
combining in-class exercises, lectures, reading, and writing assignments, learn how to create detailed,
compelling characters. This course may be used to fulfill the requirements of the Certificate in
Storytelling: Narrative Tools and Applications.
Instructor: Lori Fischer, playwright and winner of NYU's Harry Kondolean Graduate Award in
Playwriting.
Multimedia Storytelling
WRIT1-CE9113/$1,119
Sec. 1: Wed. 6-9.45 p.m., June 17-Aug. 5 (8 sessions).
Multimedia storytelling has the power to provide context and depth to news stories, fundraising drives,
and marketing campaigns. In this hands-on course, receive a comprehensive overview of multimedia
storytelling, which is now a crucial part of messaging across a diverse range of industries, from
journalism and marketing to nonprofit administration and filmmaking. While participating in an intensive
group project, gain practical experience in all facets of digital story production. In the first two sessions,
build your technical skills by shooting digital footage and completing editing exercises. Then explore
fundamental theory and practice while developing a multimedia product appropriate for the web, mobile
devices, and social media. Topics include story research, planning, and scripting; digital video
techniques; sound acquisition; and lighting. This course may be used to fulfill the requirements of the
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Instructor: Hany Hawasly, New York‒based independent filmmaker, has worked on several inspiring
documentary projects spanning subjects from everyday life in post-ISIS Raqqa to a one-of-a-kind all-
woman metal band in Lebanon.
Introduction to Fiction Writing

WRIT1-CE9320/$679
Sec. 1: Tues. 6.45-9.40 p.m., June 16-Aug. 4 (8 sessions).
If you want to write fiction but need to develop basic skills, take this course to examine the fundamentals
of fiction, including story structure, character, plot, dialogue, description, point of view, style, and voice.
Writing assignments help you to mine your life experiences for fiction pieces. Your work and the
publications of established authors are read and analyzed in class. In addition, you are encouraged to
develop your powers of observation and to hone your fiction-writing skills by writing sketches and
viewing the process as a daily activity. This course may be used to fulfill the requirements of the
Certificate in Storytelling: Narrative Tools andApplications.
Instructor: Thomas Philipose has taught writing and literature at Queens College, Brown University,
and St. John’s University.
One-Month Novel Tune-Up

WRIT1-CE9045/$429
Sec. 1: Mon. 6.15-9.10 p.m., June 8-29 (4 sessions).
This course is for writers who have a draft of a novel of at least 100 pages and would like to focus on
moving forward with a group of writers in the same situation. Look at the overall structure of each
other’s work and at the nuts and bolts of pacing a scene and enlivening it with concrete detail. In-class
exercises are balanced with critique sessions and discussions of issues common to all long-form prose.
Each participant may present up to 50 pages of a novel in progress. Different genres of novel are
welcome, as are other prose narratives that focus on scene and story. Students must have written at
least 100 pages of a novel or memoir prior to the first class meeting.
Instructor: Meredith Willis, author of Higher Ground, Only Great Changes and more.
Five Weeks, One Great Short Story

WRIT1-CE9702/$499
Unlike most other short-story courses, this class focuses not just on starting a story but on finishing it. A
series of in-class and at-home exercises help you to locate your story’s jumping-off point and to kick off
a beginning that grabs the reader’s attention. Further craft exercises help you to sustain your story’s
narrative middle. Of course, special attention is paid to crafting an ending that moves and satisfies the
reader. Writers need writers, and a positive workshop style turns classmates into writing colleagues. We
work together to identify each story’s strengths and potential. This is your chance to dive into the
creative process and to learn the craft that will lead to a polished short story. Bring a story, a story idea,
or anything in between to the first class session.
Instructor: Elizabeth Tippens, author of Winging It, has published in Harpers and Ploughshares,
among others.
Short-Short Fiction
WRIT1-CE9092/$399
Sec. 1: Mon. 6.30-8.35 p.m., June 1-July 6 (6 sessions).
Some call it “flash fiction” while others see it as a hybrid of poetry and prose. This course focuses on
fiction that tells a whole story in less than two or three pages. Examine short-shorts from such writers
as Amy Hempel, Mavis Gallant, Edgar Allan Poe, and Ernest Hemingway. Discuss the techniques used
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narratives in spite of their length. Complete in-class and take-home writing exercises to generate your
own super-short stories and receive feedback from frequent workshopping sessions. Learn techniques
to help you distill your prose to its essence.
Instructor: Jonathan Liebson has published in Meridian, Pleiades, Missouri Review, and the Harvard
Review.
Digital Communication in a Changing Workplace

WRIT1-CE9730/$479
The digital age is radically changing communications in the workplace. Technologies such as email,
cloud-based data sharing, applications, webinars, social media, and discussion boards demand new
communications skill sets and prioritize mobility, connectivity, adaptability, and global collaboration. The
quality of digital communication on the job, regardless of the industry, has a major impact on an
employee’s reputation and professional image. This course will unpack methods for writing effectively as
a professional across a variety of digital platforms, exploring different techniques to adapt your message,
whether your audience is a superior, client, or potential employer. Additional topics will include structuring
content and organizing information, being your own editor, using tone appropriately, maintaining
professionalism, and knowing your audience. By reviewing and then translating the foundations of good
writing to new applications, you will obtain a skill set that will make you an adaptable communicator in any
situation that may arise in the workplace. This course may be used to fulfill the requirements of the
Certificate in Effective Business Writing.
Instructor: Charles Rowe has been teaching writing for more than fifteen years. At Baruch College’s
Schwartz Communication Institution, he supports students of Business Policy and Marketing Strategy to
refine and improve their presentation and writing skills.
Fundamentals of Storytelling
WRIT1-CE9014/$539
Sec. 1: Online and asynchronous. June 1-July 27.
Neuroscience has shown that when readers are exposed to good stories, whether they’re potential
clients, employers, voters, or colleagues, they become more invested in the storyteller and the idea
behind the story. This means that stories are among the most powerful tools for changing people’s
minds. This course will introduce you to essential narrative tools, such as plot, character, and conflict,
and show you how you can apply them to write more powerful and compelling documents. Whether
you’re drafting a proposal, updating your resume, or pitching a new product, discover how storytelling
can be an invaluable asset in your professional and creative skill set. This course may be used to fulfill
the requirements of the Certificate in Effective Business Writing and the Certificate in Storytelling:
Narrative Tools and Applications.
Instructor: Chester Kozlowski has published in Guernica, Global City Review, Fiction Attic, Brooklyn
Rail, and Menda City.
Grammar Review Crash Course

WRIT1-CE9865/$399
Whether you struggle with comma placement, run-on sentences, tense agreement, or active versus
passive voice, this six-session grammar review boot camp is for you. Spend the beginning of each class
session reviewing basic grammar rules and concepts and then put them to use in a highly interactive
hour of drills, in-class writing, and grammar games. Come away with a better understanding of grammar
and improved confidence in your writing. This course may be used to fulfill the requirements of the
Certificate in Effective Business Writing.
Instructor: Linda Cotero is an NYUSPS language instructor.

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*NEW* Professional Writing in a Global Workplace
WRIT1-CE9066/$399
As industry leaders increasingly prioritize connectivity and global collaboration, it is essential for
professionals to learn how to navigate the challenges of business writing and communication in a
global context. In addition to supporting current and aspiring professionals for whom English is not a
first language, this course will help native speakers gain awareness of, and strategies for,
communicating effectively in global markets. From avoiding regional and idiomatic expressions to
simplifying communication for impact and clarity, learn strategies for composing basic business
documents (including memos, emails, proposals, press releases, and reports) that will carry your
message across borders and seas. This course may be used to fulfill the requirements of the Certificate
in Effective Business Writing.
Instructor: Thomas Claire, associate managing editor, Ladies' Home Journal.
The Art of the Essay: How to Write Op-Eds and Nonfiction and Personal Essays
WRIT1-CE9057001/$599
Sec. 1: June 15-Aug. 10. Online.
Learn to write essays and get published in magazines, in newspapers, and online. This is the age of the
essay. Now, more than ever, writers are finding essays to be the best way to have their voices heard and
to get published in mainstream media. Learn the basics of how to pitch to columns such as the New York
Times’ “Modern Love”; to the opinion pages of major newspapers like The Washington Post and The
Boston Globe; and to online sites including Slate, Salon, and The New Republic. Learn what makes a
good idea; how to write an op-ed, a personal essay, and a nonfiction essay; and what publications are
looking for right now. You will learn how to pitch your story to an editor and you will come away from the
class with a complete essay ready for publication.
Instructor: Jennifer Mattson, writer, editor, journalist, and former network news producer for CNN, CNN
International, and NPR. Her writing has appeared in Salon, USA Today, and CBS News, among other
venues.
Writing Skills: Nailing the Basics

WRIT1-CE9053/$579
Sec. 1: Online. June 1-July 27.
If you are an unpracticed writer who lacks self-confidence or a writer whose skills may be a bit rusty,
explore both the theory and practice of writing well. Learn to compose clear and concise sentences,
develop effective paragraphs, design persuasive openings, arrange facts and ideas logically, increase a
piece’s coherence, and edit and proofread written material. Student writing is read and reviewed
by the instructor and used as a basis for classroom discussion. This course may be used to fulfill the
requirements of the Certificate in Effective Business Writing.
Instructor: Catherine Crawford, author of French Twist and contributor to The Huffington Post.
Writing and Grammar in the Real World

WRIT1-CE9028/$599
Sec. 1: Online and asynchronous, June 1-July 27.
Are you often confused or frustrated when trying to write simple business documents? Do you find
writing emails, cover letters, and memos challenging? This course is for those who lack confidence in
their writing or who feel that the inability to write clear and accurate prose is holding them back. In
addition to answering your questions about grammar, syntax, and organization, we will identify practical
strategies for addressing some of the most common writing challenges, including choosing words
carefully, eliminating wordiness, and developing a logical flow. Whether you are writing reports, memos,
emails, essays, or personal statements, you will leave this class with tools and strategies to get your

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ideas across with confidence, accuracy, and precision. This course may be used to fulfill the
requirements of the Certificate in Effective Business Writing.
Instructor: Joan Oleck, an editor at Entrepreneur.com, has been a staff editor at Business Week,
Newsday, and The Detroit News as well as a reporter at regional newspapers.
Jump-Start Your Memoir

WRIT2-CS9600/$229
Sec. 1: Sat. 12-5 p.m., July 11.
This class is for anyone who has always wanted to write a memoir but can’t quite get things rolling or is
stuck in a ar-u-tee. When writing the story of your life, where do you begin? Which parts do you keep
and which do you leave out? How do you make the end product publishable? This course covers the
fundamentals of memoir writing, including voice and point of view, while also discussing building conflict
and shaping raw experience so they cohere into a satisfying narrative structure. At the same time,
emphasis is placed on helping you to generate a solid memoir premise, find an angle of approach, and
choose a jumping-off point.
Instructor: Nicole Kear, author of Now I See You and freelance writer for Parents, Fit Pregnancy,
and Time Out NY Kids.
Tools for Effective Storytelling: Saturday Workshop

WRIT2-CS9016/$259
Sec. 1: Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Aug. 8.
This one-day workshop is for writers — and aspiring writers — who want to turn great ideas into great
short stories. Arrive with an idea for a story and spend a day doing writing exercises designed to
heighten awareness of four essential tools: setting, gesture, dialogue, and tension. We’ll start by
learning to put the details of a setting to work, creating a compelling mood that brings readers into the
story. Next, we’ll approach the developing story in three ways: write a scene using gesture to advance
the story line; then write the same scene again, focusing on writing dynamic dialogue; and finally, place
the characters in conflict, bringing out the tension that keeps readers turning the page. At the end of the
workshop, leave with strategies for crafting your ideas into compelling and engaging short stories.
Instructor: Maureen Brady, author of Ginger's Fire, Folly, The Question She Put to Herself, and more.
Writing Your TV Pilot

WRIT1-CE9691/$879
First impressions are the most important, and that’s especially true when it comes to the first
episode of a television series. Not only does a pilot need to hook a wide audience, but it also must
serve as a general blueprint for all succeeding episodes while establishing the show’s premise,
characters, tone, and backstory. Learn tools specific to writing an original pilot, whether a network
procedural, a quirky web series, or an edgy comedy for cable or a streaming service. By the end of
the class, you will have a strong draft for a pilot for your own series.
Instructor: Mark Degasperi, story analyst, Sony Pictures Entertainment, Tribeca Productions,
Paramount Pictures, and WME.
Screenwriting and Television

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Advanced Screenwriting
WRIT1-CE9626/$699
This workshop is for film and television writers who are looking to polish a draft, complete a
script, or develop new material. At the end of the semester, discuss your script during private
interview sessions with the instructor.
Instructor: Mark Degasperi, story analyst, Sony Pictures Entertainment, Tribeca Productions,
Paramount Pictures, and WME.
Beginning Screenwriting
WRIT1-CE9620/$679
Learn the basic elements of screenwriting for movies and TV via lectures, script readings, discussions,
and writing exercises. All the fundamentals of visual storytelling are covered in depth, including
character, plot, theme, dialogue, genre, and format. Assignments familiarize you with dramatic conflict,
scene structure, subtext, and subplots as you advance from idea to outline to scripted pages. By the end
of the course, you will have an outline and about 30 pages of script.
Instructor: Jason Greiff, award-winning screenwriter and recipient of NYU’s School of

Professional Studies Teaching Excellence Award; former story analyst, Sundance Film Institute;
contributing author to Writing Movies.
*NEW* Introductory Playwriting Workshop

WRIT1-CE9988/$399
This course will introduce you to techniques and strategies for writing a dramatic work for the stage, spark
the playwriting process through the reading of plays and theoretical texts, and culminate in a final work-in-
progress reading. We will look at contemporary and classic plays, exploring playwriting fundamentals like
character development, plot, language, structure, and dramatic tension. Each session will include writing
exercises, group discussion, readings of new work, and peer feedback. Two guest playwrights will visit us
over the course of the workshop. Additionally, as a student in this course, you are expected to attend two
plays currently running (on your own) and report on them to the workshop. Exercises will be employed to
increase spontaneity and break any resistance to writing. This intensive writing workshop will require a
dedicated effort during these 10 weeks, so come ready to work hard at play.
Instructor: Lynda Crawford, musical book writer and playwright. Her plays include Familiar Strangers,
The Audit, and Strange Rain. She was awarded FringeNYC’s Overall Excellence in Playwriting and was a
finalist in Reverie’s Next Generation Playwriting Competition.
Journalism
Freelance Journalism: How to Pitch and Sell Stories
WRIT1-CE9132/$459
Sec. 1: Tues. 6-8.55 p.m., July 7-28 (4 sessions).
As the journalism industry evolves, newspapers, magazines, and websites are relying more and more on
freelance writers. In fact, there has never been a better time to break into journalism as a freelancer —
and that means this is the time to learn how to pitch. In this course, taught by a former New York Times
editor, learn how to hatch fresh story ideas that will draw editors’ attention and how to portray those
ideas in winning ways. Whether your target publication is BuzzFeed or The Wall Street Journal or
whether you write features, profiles, or criticism, the pitch is the key to opening editors’ doors, getting
your writing noticed, and getting paid.

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Instructor: Lizz Schumer is a staff writer for Hearst Lifestyle Group.
Interviews and Profiles

WRIT1-CE9531/$399
This course explores how to conduct effective interviews, fashion them into articles, and get published
in newspapers and magazines. Designed for novice journalists as well as established writers, this
course targets the most basic skill in journalism: interviewing. Topics include selecting the right subject,
researching an idea and an interviewee, dealing with spokespeople and publicists, preparing for an
interview, applying interviewing styles and techniques, choosing and attributing quotations, and
marketing your story. Writing assignments are based on actual interviews. This course may be used to
fulfill the requirements of the Certificate in Journalism and Newswriting and the Certificate in
Storytelling: Narrative Tools and Applications.
Instructor: Marcus Reeves, author of Somebody Scream! Rap Music’s Rise to Prominence in the
Aftershock of Black Power, which was nominated for a Hurston-Wright Legacy Award, is also the host
and producer of a talk/mix radio show named after his book on WBAI 99.5 FM.
Podcasting
Creating a Narrative Podcast

WRIT1-CE9108/$579
Sec. 1: Mon. 6.45-9.15 p.m., June 22-Aug. 10 (8 sessions).
Highly produced podcasts have developed powerful ways to find and tell great stories, informing
listeners by weaving sounds and interviews into evocative narrative threads that are edited beautifully
and punctuated by music. This course gives you the tools you need to launch your own story-driven
podcast. Through listening sessions, we will break down how podcasts like Serial, Invisibilia, and 99%
Invisible construct stories around raw tape from interviews and other audio sources. Then you will work
individually on finding great stories, conducting your own interviews, editing a wealth of audio material
into a story of your design, and pitching a podcast series that feels tailored to your own voice. By the
end of the course, you will have what you need to launch your very own podcast.
Instructor: Eric Molinsky is a public radio reporter and producer for Studio 360, The New Yorker, Radio
Hour, and 99% Invisible.
Podcasting, Radio Reporting, and Storytelling: A Crash Course in Audio

WRIT1-CE9012/$699
Sec. 1: Thurs. 10 a.m.-4.50 p.m., June 11, Fri. 10 a.m.-4.50 p.m., June 12, Sat. 10 a.m.-4.50 p.m., June
13 (3 sessions).
Sec. 2: Thurs. 10 a.m.-4.50 p.m., July 30, Fri. 10 a.m.-4.50 p.m., July 31, Sat. 10 a.m.-4.50 p.m., Aug.
1 (3 sessions).
Do you want to create a podcast or work in radio? This intensive workshop teaches you everything you
need to know about the business and gives you the tools you need to get started. Learn how the audio
and podcast landscape is rapidly changing and how it’s funded. Through hands-on training, learn
how to write for the ear, use a microphone, record audio, and edit on your computer. Work in groups on
your own audio project, either a public radio‒style story (as you might hear on Morning
Edition), a creative piece (like The Kitchen Sisters), or something more commercial.
By the end of the course, you will have the audio basics you need to start. This course may be used to
fulfill the requirements of the Certificate in Storytelling: Narrative Tools and
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Instructor: Daniel Bobkoff is a special projects editor at Business Insider and has a master’s in
business journalism from Columbia University.
Speech
10 Steps to a More Dynamic Voice
COMM2-CS1002/$349
Sec. 1: Tues. 6.30-8.30 p.m., June 2-30 (5 sessions).
Your speaking voice can make all the difference in conveying ideas confidently and convincingly and
influences how others see you. It’s not just what you say, but how you say it. Your voice is critical in
communicating confidence, dynamism, and energy in presentations and job interviews — even on the
phone. Discover how effective articulation, projection, pitch, and breathing can lead to opportunities.
Master voice techniques to convey confidence in your voice — and achieve success in your career.
Instructor: Karen Schadow is president of The Voice of Success.
Presentation Skills for Introverts

COMM2-CS1000/$249
Sec. 1: Wed. 6-8.55 p.m., July 8-15 (2 sessions).
Introverts often are not naturally adept at speaking in front of others. If this describes you, you can learn
to share your knowledge and present your ideas with confidence and passion by tapping into the
strengths and advantages of being an introvert. Course topics include preparing for a presentation, using
body language and vocal variety, managing jitters, and staying attuned to the audience. Lessons are
customized to build upon your individual abilities and style. Strengthen your voice through in-class
exercises and constructive criticism, all within a lively, supportive setting.
Instructor: Nancy Ancowitz is a business communications coach and author of Self-Promotion for
Introverts.
Speak Up! Public Speaking Without Fear

SPCH1-CE9081/$649
Sec. 1: Tues. 6.45-8.50 p.m., June 2-July 21 (8 sessions).
Do your fears get the better of you when it comes to public speaking? Are you too intimidated to speak
in front of even small groups? Anxiety can undermine self-confidence and hinder professional and
personal endeavors. Overcome the fear of public speaking with tried-and-true strategies that desensitize
your fears and help you to perform well in spite of them. Learn how to use self-regulation and self-
monitoring techniques to prepare remarks and deliver them effectively. Have your presentations
recorded, then get constructive feedback from the instructor and the class.
Instructor: Nicole Wells is an instructor at Rutgers Universityand the University of Minnesota-

Duluth.
Ultimate Crash Course in Public Speaking

SPCH1-CE9001/$249
Sec. 1: Mon. 6.30-9.25 p.m., June 15-22 (2 sessions).
Sec. 2: Thurs. 6.30-9.25 p.m., July 23-30 (2 sessions).
This intensive course is designed to help you quickly master the vital skill of public speaking. The course
begins by analyzing and evaluating all participants’ existing communications styles. Then we discuss
how to improve weaknesses — whether nerves, body language, or flow of ideas — and how to prepare
and deliver powerful informative, demonstrative, persuasive presentations for work and special
occasions. This course will help you to develop techniques for overcoming performance anxiety. All of

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this will take place in a supportive environment. If you need to learn this important career skill quickly,
this course will help you to achieve your goal in just two weeks.
Instructor: George Elian was a lecturer at Montclair State University and William Patterson
University.
Speaking Impromptu: Never Sound Unprepared Again (Even If You Are)

SPCH1-CE9083/$599
Are you comfortable giving prepared talks but get tongue-tied when asked to speak off the cuff?
Whether your presentation is for a board of directors or a classroom of kids, being thrown into the
spotlight without advance preparation can be nerve-racking. This course is designed to help you develop
poise, clarity, and a sense of ease with impromptu speaking. Learn how to prepare for the unexpected
through in-class exercises while brushing up fundamental presentation skills. The instructor will provide
constructive feedback on each participant’s performance. Self-monitoring is encouraged and aided
through the use of digital recording.
Instructor: Nicole Wells is an instructor at Rutgers University and the University of Minnesota-
Duluth.
Publishing
A Career in Copyediting: Freelancing Is the New Black
WPUB1-CE9302/$379
Sec. 1: Thurs. 6.30-9.50 p.m., July 23-Aug. 6 (3 sessions).
In this practical guide to maneuvering through the freelance copyediting world, hone both your
copyediting skills and your professionalism. Receive expert advice on how to get hired at either a
magazine or book publisher and learn the tricky ins and outs to becoming an exemplary freelance copy
editor. Topics include editing tests and how to take them successfully; résumé resourcefulness,
interviewing skills, and job interview follow-up; workplace etiquette and communications techniques;
walking the tightrope between copyediting and content editing; the pluses and minuses of social media;
and networking by using your contacts to the fullest. Receive constructive feedback on interactive
assignments and role-playing situations that will help you to launch your copyediting career.
Instructor: Shelley Wolson, freelance copy editor and journalist for more than 25 years; author of
Budget Celebrations: The Hostess Guide to Year-Round Entertaining on a Dime (Filipacchi Publishing,
2009). Her client list includes Vanity Fair, Glamour, Bon Appétit, and SELF magazines at Condé Nast;
Money and Fortune magazines at Time Inc.; Weight Watchers Magazine and its website and cookbook
division; Scholastic; and MORE, Men’s Journal, Latina, and Palm Springs Life magazines.
Copyediting and Proofreading Books

WPUB1-CE9120/$679
Sec. 1: Blended course June 1-Aug. 9 (online), Wed. 6.30-8.30 p.m., June 3, June 10, June 24, July 8,
July 22, and Aug. 5 (6 sessions in person).
This hands-on course provides intensive training in the fundamentals of copyediting and proofreading
books. Apply your advanced knowledge of spelling, grammar, usage, and punctuation to editing
manuscripts. Learn to use standard copyediting symbols and terminology and to create an in-house
style guide. Discuss how to suggest text changes without interfering with the author’s voice and style.
Learn the copy editor’s role in standard book publishing production cycles, including communicating
successfully with editors, authors, vendors, and compositors. Also, gain an understanding of the
difference between copyediting and proofreading. Students must be fluent in English and proficient in
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Instructor: Thomas Claire, associate managing editor of Ladies' Home Journal.
Fact-Checking for Accuracy

WPUB1-CE9502/$679
Sec. 1: Blended course June 1-July 19 (online), Mon. 6.30-8.30 p.m., June 1, June 15, June 29 and July
13 (3 sessions in person).
Fact-checkers and copy editors often work closely together, as their mutual goal is ensuring textual
accuracy and consistency. However, when a publication or publishing house does not have the budget
for a fact-checker, copy editors often must take responsibility for ensuring that stories are accurate with
respect to names, titles, dates, and facts. This course will outline procedures to confirm accuracy, from
using primary and secondary source material to conducting interviews with sources via phone and
email. Relevant legal information, including libel law, will be discussed. Fact-checking as a career
independent of copyediting also will be addressed.
Instructor: Cathy Garrard is a senior editor at Hearst Magazines, creating special interest publications
and books for Good Housekeeping, Woman’s Day, Men’s Health, and Seventeen brands.
Mastering English Grammar

WPUB1-CE9503001/ $679
Sec. 1: Blended course June 1-Aug. 9 (online), Tues. 6.30-8.30 p.m., June 2, and Aug. 4 (2 sessions in
person).
A solid grasp of grammar is the foundational skill of copyediting and proofreading across all media. In this
course, review the eight principal parts of speech and gain an understanding of how they work together
syntactically to form sentences. Topics include dangling modifiers, subject–verb and noun–pronoun
agreement, misplaced punctuation, and run-on sentences. Learn how and when to use a copy editor’s
most important tools — dictionaries and related grammar and style guides — to verify standard grammar
and syntax. Advanced concepts are presented through hands-on workshops.
Instructor: Sarah Schweppe is a copy editor on the creative team at BuzzFeed. She has also freelanced
as a book copy editor, editing YA and children’s books, for publishers in Seattle.
Languages
Arabic
Arabic: Modern Standard I
MIDE1-CE9001/$649
Sec. 1: Mon. 6.30-9 p.m., June 1-Aug. 10 (10 sessions). No class July 6.
The Arabic language conveys a depth of meaning and emotion that is unmatched by many languages.
Whether for personal or professional growth, begin your journey into Arabic through this introductory
course, which is designed so that linguistic and cultural aspects are taught in tandem. This course
provides an introduction to Modern Standard Arabic: the Arabic alphabet, pronunciation, essential
vocabulary, and basic grammatical patterns. All four core language skills (listening, speaking, reading,
and writing) are developed as in-class practice in listening and speaking is supplemented with
exercises and assignments that focus on developing reading comprehension and writing skills. Classes
are conducted in Arabic to the extent possible. Registering at least two weeks prior to the course start
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Instructor: Ahmed Eissawi, United Nations Language Courses instructor since 1991; Arabic Language
Institute (Queens, NY), founder/director; educational cultural program host on Arabic networks in New
York, YouTube, and Arab-American Cultural TV, which presents Arabic programs for non-Arabic
speakers.
*NEW* Modern Standard Arabic: Language and Culture

MIDE1-CE9055/$699
Sec. 1: Wed. 6.30-9 p.m., June 3-Aug. 5 (10 sessions).
If you have completed at least Level II, or the equivalent, of Arabic language study, this conversation
course will help you to build upon that knowledge. Taught almost entirely in Arabic and targeted to
individual learners’ skill levels, this course focuses on conversational Arabic, helping you to activate the
knowledge you already have and strengthening your ability to communicate in Arabic accurately and
effectively. Through a variety of paired, small-group, and whole-class activities that rely on interaction and
participation, you will increase your fluency in the Arabic language and your knowledge of Arabic culture.
In this dynamic and interactive course, gain the language skills to engage in conversations and
discussions and to communicate with greater ease in Arabic. Note: Course content changes every
semester, so this course may be taken more than once. Registering at least two weeks prior to the course
start date is highly recommended. Completion of at least Level II in Arabic or equivalent Arabic language
knowledge required.
Instructor: Ahmed Eissawi, United Nations Language Courses instructor since 1991; Arabic Language
Institute (Queens, NY), founder/director; educational cultural program host on Arabic networks in New
York, YouTube, and Arab-American Cultural TV, which presents Arabic programs for non-Arabic
speakers.
Chinese (Mandarin)
*NEW* Mandarin I
CHIN1-CE9001/$649
Sec. 1: Blended (in person and online and asynchronous). July 13-Aug. 20, Mon.-Wed. 6.30-8.10 p.m.,
July 13-Aug. 12 (10 sessions).
With China’s prominence on the world stage, learning Mandarin provides a professional edge to many
career paths as well as a valuable window into Chinese culture. Through 10 dynamic onsite weekly
classes supplemented by daily interactive and engaging asynchronous online practice, you can
conveniently and efficiently take the first bold steps toward Mandarin language proficiency. Emphasis is
placed on listening, speaking, reading, and writing along with basic pronunciation and tones through
vocabulary, useful expressions, and grammatical structures. Learn the Pinyin transliteration system and
basic radicals. By the course’s conclusion, you will have 75 characters mastered. This technology-
enhanced language-learning format allows students to supplement at their own pace online and make
sequential progress that is closely overseen by the instructor. Classes are conducted in Mandarin to
the extent possible. Registering at least two weeks prior to the course start date is highly
recommended.
Instructor: Julie Wan, English Treasure Workbook series author; Sinovision TV host/scriptwriter (Nihao
101 language program); SEIU curriculum developer; NYUSPS Teaching Excellence Award recipient.
Mandarin II
CHIN1-CE9002/$699
Sec. 1: Tues.-Thurs. 6.30-9 p.m., July 14-Aug. 13 (10 sessions).
As the world becomes increasingly globalized, Mandarin has become a top language to study, whether
for a professional edge, intercultural competence, or travel adventures. This course builds on
Mandarin I or its equivalent, with emphasis placed on two core skills (listening and speaking) and
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and engage in basic conversations on a wider range of topics. Both traditional and simplified characters
are taught, and with 75 new characters introduced during the course, you will have 125 characters
mastered by the conclusion of Levels I and II. Classes are conducted in Mandarin to the extent possible.
Registering at least two weeks prior to the course start date is highly recommended. Mandarin I (CHIN1-
CE9001) or equivalent knowledge of Mandarin is required.
Instructor: Julie Wan, English Treasure Workbook series author; Sinovision TV host/scriptwriter (Nihao
101 language program); SEIU curriculum developer; NYUSPS Teaching Excellence Award recipient.
French
Finessing Your French Grammar
FRCH1-CE9435/$399
Sec. 1: Wed. 6-8 p.m., July 22-Aug. 19 (5 sessions).
As you progress in your study of French, you may feel overwhelmed by unfamiliar grammar rules, such
as when to use the passé composé versus the imparfait or the passé simple, how to determine the
gender of a noun, which words are “false friends” to avoid, and how to remember the proper verb-
preposition combinations. Also, you may not be aware of all the transfers and transpositions from one
language to the other. This course provides an arsenal of strategies to help you master French with
intense drills, some based on literature excerpts. Each week you are assigned sentences to translate
and grammar exercises. Course content changes every semester, so this course may be taken more
than once. This course is appropriate for students with an intermediate or advanced proficiency in
French.
Instructor: Annie Heminway is an editor and literary consultant for Canadian publishers and a literary
translator. Heminway is the author of twenty self-study books including Better Reading French; Practice
Makes Perfect Collection: French Reading and Comprehension; and The Complete French Grammar. In
2006, Heminway became Chevalier de Ordre des Palmes Académiques, an award given by the French
government in recognition of her accomplishments in promoting the study of French language and
culture.
French I
FRCH1-CE9001/$649
Sec. 1: Mon.-Wed. 6.30-9 p.m., June 1-July 1 (10 sessions).
Second only to English for the number of countries where it has official status, French remains a useful,
and beautiful, language to learn. If you are a first-time French learner, take this introductory course to
acquire basic pronunciation, vocabulary, useful expressions, and fundamental grammatical structures
that allow for effective communication. Build the conversational skills needed to convey likes and dislikes
and to discuss personal information, family, relationships, and everyday activities as well as to tell time.
Classes are conducted in French to the extent possible. Registering at least two weeks prior to the
course start date is highly recommended. The required learning materials used in this class,
Promenades: travers le monde francophone (2nd ed., Vista Higher Learning), may be purchased by
registered students at http://vistahigherlearning.com/store/nyu_scps.htm.
Instructor: Stephane Zaborowski, instructor at Alliance Française, CUNY, and the New School;
interpreter in the New York State courts; former instructor at City College.
French II
FRCH1-CE9002/$699
This course builds upon the basic knowledge obtained in French I, or its equivalent, and provides
opportunities to expand the range of your conversational abilities. Learn such practical skills as how to
order in restaurants and understand weather forecasts while developing the ability to make small talk on
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possible. Registering at least two weeks prior to the course start date is highly recommended. The
learning materials used in this class, Promenades: travers le monde francophone (2nd ed., Vista Higher
Learning), may be purchased by registered students at
http://vistahigherlearning.com/store/nyu_scps.htm/. French I (FRCH1-CE9001) or the equivalent is
required.
Instructor: Irene Shifman, lecturer, Ithaca College; teaching assistant, Cornell University.
*NEW* French: Language and Culture

FRCH1-CE9052/$699
If you have completed at least Level II, or the equivalent, of French language study, this conversation
course will help you to build upon that knowledge. Taught almost entirely in French and targeted to
individual learners’ skill levels, this course focuses on conversational French, helping you to activate
the knowledge you already have and strengthening your ability to communicate in French accurately
and effectively. Through a variety of paired, small-group, and whole-class activities that rely on
interaction and participation, you will increase your fluency in the French language and your knowledge
of French culture. In this dynamic and interactive course, gain the language skills to engage in
conversations and discussions and to communicate with greater ease in French. Note: Course content
changes every semester, so this course may be taken more than once. Registering at least two weeks
prior to the course start date is highly recommended. Completion of at least Level II in French or
equivalent French language knowledge is required.
Instructor: Stephanie Dubois, senior French lecturer for the French Department at NYU, holds an MA in
History and French as a second language from the University of Rouen, France and has taught adult
learners for more than twenty years.
French: Spoken Contemporary

FRCH1-CE9401/$549
Sec. 1: Mon.-Wed. 11.50 a.m.-1.50 p.m., June 1-July 1 (10 sessions).
This course may lead French people to ask, “Excuse me, are you French?” If you are interested in
improving your fluency, this course fine-tunes your reading comprehension and builds your knowledge of
grammar and vocabulary. Gain the confidence necessary to express opinions and complex ideas,
expand your idiomatic knowledge, and learn to hold your own in discussions about a wide variety of
topics. Authentic material from current newspapers and magazines is used. Classes are conducted
almost entirely in French. Note: Course content changes every semester, so this course may be taken
more than once. Registering at least two weeks prior to the course start date is highly recommended.
Note: High-intermediate to advanced-level proficiency in French is required.
Instructor: Stephane Zaborowski, instructor at Alliance Française, CUNY, and the New School;
interpreter in the New York State courts; former instructor at City College.
Greek (Modern)
Greek: Modern I
GREK1-CE9001/$649
Did you know that the word alphabet is derived from Greek? Come learn alpha, beta, and the rest of the
Greek alphabet in this beginner class. Acquire Modern Greek pronunciation, grammar, and vocabulary
though interactive classroom activities that are supported by structured sequential assignments. By the
end of the course, you will be able to engage in simple conversations in Modern Greek and have a
broader understanding of Greek culture. Classes are conducted in Modern Greek to the extent possible.
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Epikoinoniste Ellinika Book I(2014) by Frosso and Kleanthis Arvanitakis (the textbook includes CD and
workbooks A1 and A2).
Instructor: Kyriaki Christodoulou, Greek instructor/ESL teacher, NYC Department of Education, has
worked for international organizations such as the United Nations and the International Labor
Organization Liaison Office in NYC.
Greek: Modern II
GREK1-CE9002/$699
Sec. 1: Tues.-Thurs. 6.30-9 p.m., June 2-July 2 (10 sessions).
Did you know that the noun polyglot, a speaker of many languages, is derived from Greek? Whether you
are, or wish to be, a polyglot, take the next step in this course, which builds upon what was learned in
Greek: Modern I or its equivalent. Expand the range of your grammatical structures, acquire new
vocabulary, and converse on everyday topics. Classes are conducted in Modern Greek to the extent
possible. Registering at least two weeks prior to the course start date is highly recommended. Required
textbook: Epikoinoniste Ellinika Book. Modern Greek I (GREK1-CE9001) or equivalent knowledge of
Modern Greek is required.
Instructor: Kyriaki Christodoulou, Greek instructor/ESL teacher, NYC Department of Education, has
Modern Greek: Language and Culture

GREK1-CE9050/$699
If you have completed at least Level II, or the equivalent, of Modern Greek language study, this
conversation course will help you to build upon that knowledge. Taught almost entirely in Modern Greek
and targeted to individual learners’ skill levels, this course focuses on conversational Modern Greek,
helping you to activate the knowledge you already have and strengthening your ability to communicate
in Modern Greek accurately and effectively. Through a variety of paired, small-group, and whole-class
activities that rely on interaction and participation, you will increase your fluency in the Modern Greek
language and your knowledge of Greek culture, including exposure to music, film, modern poetry, and
prose. In this dynamic and interactive course, gain the language skills to engage in conversations and
discussions and to communicate with greater ease in Modern Greek. Note: Course content changes
every semester, so this course may be taken more than once. Registering at least two weeks prior to the
course start date is highly recommended. Completion of at least Level II in Greek or equivalent Greek
language knowledge is required.
Instructor: Kyriaki Christodoulou, Greek instructor/ESL teacher, NYC Department of Education has
Italian
Italian I
ITAL1-CE9001/$649
Rome was once the center of Western civilization, Italian is the official language of classical music, and
the Mediterranean diet is keeping us alive. Whether for these intriguing reasons or reasons all your
own, take this course to begin your exploration of the Italian language. Acquire the basic pronunciation,
vocabulary, useful expressions, and fundamental grammatical structures that allow for effective
communication. Classes are conducted in Italian to the extent possible. Registering at least two weeks
prior to the course start date is highly recommended. Required textbook: Italian Espresso New Beginner
and Pre-Intermediate Textbook and DVD.

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Instructor: Pasquale DeSerio is an instructor at St. John’s University, a published author, and an
NYUSPS Teaching Excellence Award recipient.
Italian II
ITAL1-CE9002/$699
Rome wasn’t built in a day, and whether constructing a city or a conversation in a foreign
language, ongoing effort produces results. Building upon Italian I or its equivalent, continue to expand
your vocabulary and to master more-advanced grammatical structures while improving your
pronunciation. Activities provide greater opportunities to expand the range of your conversational ability.
Classes are conducted in Italian to the extent possible. Registering at least two weeks prior to the course
start date is highly recommended. Required textbook: Italian Espresso New; Beginner and Pre-
Intermediate Textbook and DVD. Italian I (ITAL1-CE900) or equivalent knowledge of the Italian language
is required.
Instructor: Pasquale DeSerio is an instructor at St. John’s University, a published author, and an
NYUSPS Teaching Excellence Award recipient.
Japanese
Japanese I
JAPN1-CE9251/$649
Sec. 1: Mon.-Wed. 6.30-9 p.m., July 13-Aug. 12 (10 sessions).
Whether for insights into manga and anime or into the unique history and culture of the island nation,
take this beginner course to acquire basic communications skills in Japanese, such as introducing
yourself, exchanging business cards, asking for directions, and talking about daily activities. Master
basic one-verb, one-adjective sentence structures while focusing on correct pronunciation. Reading and
writing focus on introducing all 46 characters of the Hiragana alphabet. Classes are conducted in
Japanese to the extent possible. Registering at least two weeks prior to the course start date is highly
recommended.
Instructor: Akiko Carbonaro, MBA, LLM, graduate of Teachers College, Columbia University (Ed.M. in
Applied Linguistics); Japanese lecturer, translator, and interpreter; adjunct professor of Japanese (Pace
University); oversees all Japanese candidates’ accuracy and performance as court interpreters (New York
State Unified Court System).
Norwegian
Norwegian I
SCAN1-CE9301/$649
Known for their excellent quality of life, Scandinavian countries are ranked at the top of the UN World
Happiness Report. Whether your focus is on visiting fjords or exploring a lifestyle, take this introductory
Norwegian course to build vocabulary, pronunciation with focus on tones, and grammar skills while
deepening your cultural knowledge. By the term’s end, be able to conduct simple conversations in
Norwegian. Classes are conducted in Norwegian to the extent possible. Registering at least two weeks
prior to the course start date is highly recommended. Required textbooks (textbook/workbook set): Pa
Vei Tekstbok,Ellingsen (9788202340940), Paring; Vei Arbeidsbok,Ellingsen (9788202343163)

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Recommended materials: Pa Vei Norsk-Engelsk Ordliste (Norwegian-English Wordlist), Ellingsen
(9788202372255), Pa Vei CD, Ellingsen (9788202371869).
Instructor: Marie-Therese Bjornerud has taught Norwegian and French in various contexts to learners
of all ages. She is fluent in English, French, and Norwegian. Her experience ranges from language
teaching and tutoring to working with people with disabilities.
Norwegian III
SCAN1-CE9303/$699
This intermediate-level language course covers all four core skill areas (listening, speaking, reading,
and writing) with an emphasis on conversational Norwegian, building upon Norwegian II or its
equivalent. Throughout the course, basic grammar will be reviewed and practiced as skills are advanced
through study of themes related to daily life. Classes are conducted almost entirely in Norwegian.
Registering at least two weeks prior to the course start date is highly recommended. Norwegian II
(SCAN1-CE9302) or equivalent knowledge of the Norwegian language is required.
Required textbooks (textbook/workbook set): På Vei Tekstbok and På Vei Arbeidsbok. Recommended
materials: På Vei Norsk-Engelsk Ordliste (Norwegian-English Wordlist) and På Vei CD.
Instructor: Marie-Therese Bjornerud has taught Norwegian and French in various contexts to learners
of all ages. She is fluent in English, French, and Norwegian. Her experience ranges from language
teaching and tutoring to working with people with disabilities.
Persian (Farsi)
Persian (Farsi) I
MIDE1-CE9201/$649
In this introductory class, study the Persian alphabet and sound system and learn how to read and write
individual words. Simple sentence structures and intonation for delivering different moods of speech are
covered. Learn how to ask and answer questions and to discuss family relationships, the home, colors,
numbers, daily routines, time, and education. By the end of the semester, you will be familiar with
personal pronouns, verb formations and conjugations, the present and simple past tenses, possessive
forms and constructions, and other basic grammatical structures. Classes are conducted in Persian to
the extent possible. Registering at least two weeks prior to the course start date is highly recommended.
Instructor: Fahimeh Gooran taught at Azad University before moving to the US in 1996. She began
teaching Persian at SARV Professional Linguistic Services and then joined the American Association of
Persian Teachers. Fahimeh is a participant in ACTFL Reading Proficiency and ACTFL- OPI
Familiarization Workshops, among many others.
Persian (Farsi) II
MIDE1-CE9202/$699
This course is a continuation of Persian(Farsi) I or its equivalent and is designed for those who are
already familiar with the Persian alphabet and sound system and who have basic reading skills.
Grammatical structures are introduced in a communicative way, and most of the grammar and tense
structures needed for everyday conversation are addressed, including continuous emphatic structures,
negation, prepositional phrases, the future tense, and imperatives. Topics covered include expressing
likes and dislikes; giving directions; and discussing travel, months and days of the week, clothing and
shopping, food and eating out, and health and doctor visits. The course focuses on all four core language
skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Classes are conducted in Persian to the extent possible.
Registering at least two weeks prior to the course start date is highly recommended

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Instructor: Fahimeh Gooran taught at Azad University before moving to the US in 1996. She began
teaching Persian at SARV Professional Linguistic Services and then joined the American Association of
Persian Teachers. Fahimeh is a participant in ACTFL Reading Proficiency and ACTFL- OPI
Familiarization Workshops, among many others.
.
Russian
Russian I
SLAV1-CE9201/$649
If you have never studied Russian and want to do so, this course provides an introduction to the Russian
alphabet and such simple grammatical structures as noun cases and basic tenses. Learn to use everyday
conversational patterns as you practice speaking and listening, with focused attention on pronunciation.
Classes are conducted in Russian to the extent possible. Registering at least two weeks prior to the
course start date is highly recommended.
Instructor: Oksana Kapitsa also teaches in the Teaching Certificate Program at CUNY-Hunter College.
She holds an MA in TESOL from CUNY-Hunter College and has taught in CLIP (CUNY-LaGuardia
College), the John F. Kennedy, Jr. Institute for Worker Education (CUNY), ALP (Columbia University),
and abroad at MGIMO-University (Moscow State Institute of International Relations).
*NEW* Russian: Language and Culture

SLAV1-CE9213/$699
If you have completed at least Level II, or the equivalent, of Russian language study, this conversation
course will help you to build upon that knowledge. Taught almost entirely in Russian and targeted to
individual learners’ skill levels, this course focuses on conversational Russian, helping you to activate
the knowledge you already have and strengthening your ability to communicate in Russian accurately
interaction and participation, you’ll increase your fluency in the Russian language and your knowledge
of Russian culture. In this dynamic and interactive course, gain the language skills to engage in
conversations and discussions and to communicate with greater ease in Russian. Note: Course content
changes every semester, so this course may be taken more than once. Registering at least two weeks
prior to the course start date is highly recommended. Completion of at least Level II in Russian or
equivalent Russian language knowledge is required.
Instructor: Nellie Terlemezian has an MA in Russian Language and Literature (Brusov Language
Institute, USSR) and a graduate degree in Methods of Teaching. She worked as a university professor in
the former Soviet Union. Nellie also works for the Immigration Court System and DHS as a certified
interpreter and translator. Her publications include various articles and scientific papers on methods of
teaching.
Spanish
Spanish I
SPAN1-CE9001/$649
The Press 1 for Spanish prompt on most customer service calls is a striking endorsement of the
usefulness of learning Spanish in our society. If you have never studied Spanish, take this course to
develop basic listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in this language. Learn through a variety of
paired, small-group, and whole-class activities that rely heavily on student interaction and participation.
Gain the ability to understand conversations on basic topics, exchange information, and engage in brief

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social interactions using phrases and sentences. Classes are conducted in Spanish to the extent
possible. Registering at least two weeks prior to the course start date is highly recommended. The
learning materials used in this course, Aventuras: Primer curso de lengua espanola 4th ed.), may be
purchased by registered students at http://vistahigherlearning.com/store/nyu_scps.htm/.
Instructor: Carlos San Juan-Garcia, M. Ed. (Columbia University), MS (CUNY), BS (Autonomous

University of Mexico), is a multilingual professional with extensive experience teaching modern languages
to students of all ages. He also teaches Spanish and French at the Dalton School in New York City.
Carlos received NYUSPS’s award for excellence in teaching.
Spanish II
SPAN1-CE9002/$699
Sec. 1:Mon.-Wed. 6.30-9 p.m., June 1-July 1 (10 sessions).
Build upon what you learned in Spanish I, or its equivalent, in this course. Develop your basic listening,
speaking, reading, and writing skills in Spanish through a variety of paired, small-group, and whole-class
activities. Special attention is devoted to oral communication. Learn to use a wider range of vocabulary
and expand your knowledge of verb tenses. Classes are conducted in Spanish to the extent possible.
Registering at least two weeks prior to the course start date is highly recommended. The learning
materials used in this course, Aventuras: Primer curso de lengua espanola (4th ed.), may be purchased
by registered students at http://vistahigherlearning.com/store/nyu_scps.htm. Spanish I (SPAN1-CE9001)
or equivalent knowledge of the Spanish language is required.
Instructor: Noemi Morriberon, MA in second language acquisition, is also an instructor at Fairfield

University; former instructor at Chicago State University; NYU Scholar-In-Residence, Spring 2013.
*NEW* Spanish: Language and Culture

SPAN1-CE9050/$699
Sec. 1: Mon.-Wed. 6.30-9 p.m., July 13-Aug. 12 (10 sessions).
If you have completed at least Level III, or the equivalent, of Spanish language study, this conversation
course will help you to build upon that knowledge. Taught almost entirely in Spanish and targeted to
individual learners’ skill levels, this course focuses on conversational Spanish, helping you to activate
the knowledge you already have and strengthening your ability to communicate in Spanish accurately
interaction and participation, you will increase your fluency in the Spanish language and your
knowledge of Spanish culture. In this dynamic and interactive course, gain the language skills to
engage in conversations and discussions and to communicate with greater ease in Spanish. Note:
Course content changes every semester, so this course may be taken more than once. Registering at
least two weeks prior to the course start date is highly recommended. Completion of at least Level III in
Spanish or equivalent Spanish language knowledge is required.
Instructor: Andrea Behan, BA, is a freelance translator, interpreter, and editor and has worked with
clients in journalism, law, health care, and film. An instructor at NYU since 1999, she has received the
NYUSPS Teaching Excellence Award.
Swedish
Swedish I
SCAN1-CE9401/$649
The Nordic countries consistently rank at the top of the list of the happiest places on earth. Begin your
exploration of the language and culture of one of these happy countries in this introductory Swedish
course. In this course, learn pronunciation and acquire vocabulary and grammatical structures within a
cultural context. By term’s end, be able to engage in basic conversations in Swedish. Classes are

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conducted in Swedish to the extent possible. Registering at least two weeks prior to the course start
date is highly recommended. Required textbooks: Rivstart A1+A2 (textbook and workbook set) by
Scherrer; Lindemalm (2nd ed.) Recommended: A Concise Swedish Grammarby Kerstin Ballardini,
published by Natur och Kultur.
Instructor: Malin Tybahl, NYUSPS Teaching Excellence Award recipient is a former instructor at
Columbia University and Linköping University and former instructor in the immersion program at SUNY
New Paltz.
Swedish III
SCAN1-CE9403/$699
In this course, designed as a continuation of Swedish II, or its equivalent, you will continue to develop
listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills and learn to discuss everyday topics in Swedish. Master
correct pronunciation and reinforce good grammatical habits within a cultural context and a
communicative environment. Classes are conducted almost entirely in Swedish. Registering at least two
weeks prior to the course start date is highly recommended. Required texts: Rivstart A1+A2 textbook
and workbook by Paula Levy Scherrer and Karl Lindemalm (2nd ed).Recommended text: A Concise
Swedish Grammarby Kerstin Ballardini, published by Natur och Kultur. Swedish II (SCAN1-CE9402) or
equivalent knowledge of the Swedish language is required.
Instructor: Malin Tybahl, NYUSPS Teaching Excellence Award recipient is a former instructor at
New Paltz.
Intermediate Swedish: Integrated Skills

SCAN1-CE9412/$699
For intermediate to advanced students of Swedish, this course introduces grammar that is both complex
and colloquial, with a focus on using targeted grammar in conversation and discussion. Topics covered
include Swedish culture and life, work/professional situations, faith and traditions, and societal rules. In
addition, the course introduces Swedish literature in the form of prose and poetry by well-known
Swedish literary figures. Over the course of the semester, the class will read and discuss a novel. Note:
Course content changes every semester, so this course may be taken more than once. Registering at
least two weeks prior to the course start date is highly recommended. Intermediate to advanced
Swedish language ability is required.
Instructor: Malin Tybahl, NYUSPS Teaching Excellence Award recipient, is a former instructor at
New Paltz.

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Center for Applied Liberal Arts

Studio Art and Photography

Mastering the Art of Street Photography

To register, please call 212-998-7150 or visit our website www.sps.nyu.edu/professional-pathways.html.

Instructor: Meera Thompson, artist, exhibitions in New York.

Instructor: Ivan Rumenov Shumkov, architect; visiting scholar, Columbia University.

*NEW* American Women Artists: 1900-1945

To register, please call 212-998-7150 or visit our website www.sps.nyu.edu/professional-pathways.html.

Islamic Art History

*NEW* Modernism: From Expressionism and Fauvism to Abstract Expressionism

Instructor: Gayle Skluzacek, president, Abigail Hartmann Associates, certified USPAP

To register, please call 212-998-7150 or visit our website www.sps.nyu.edu/professional-pathways.html.

Instructor: Filip Noterdaeme, lecturer, Metropolitan and Guggenheim Museums.

*NEW* The Met at 150

Instructor: Filip Noterdaeme, lecturer, Metropolitan and Guggenheim Museums.

*NEW* The Russian Century: Art from 1917-2017

*NEW* Velázquez, Rembrandt, Vermeer: The Golden Age of Painting

Instructor: Filip Noterdaeme, lecturer, Metropolitan and Guggenheim Museums.

To register, please call 212-998-7150 or visit our website www.sps.nyu.edu/professional-pathways.html.

Financial Management for the Arts

Nonprofit Arts Management

Preservation Planning and Practice

To register, please call 212-998-7150 or visit our website www.sps.nyu.edu/professional-pathways.html.

*NEW* New York on Film

*NEW* The Life of the Mind: Movies About Writers

To register, please call 212-998-7150 or visit our website www.sps.nyu.edu/professional-pathways.html.

Instructor: Frederic Richter, director of development at Tradition Pictures and screenwriter of

*NEW* Travel in Film

History and Culture

*NEW* A Day at Machu Picchu

To register, please call 212-998-7150 or visit our website www.sps.nyu.edu/professional-pathways.html.

*NEW* A Day with the Maya: Visiting Chichén Itzá

The Foundations of the Modern World

Instructor: Robin McMahon, contributor to peer-reviewed encyclopedia, De Imperatoribus Romanis;

To register, please call 212-998-7150 or visit our website www.sps.nyu.edu/professional-pathways.html.

*NEW* Agatha Christie

*NEW* Detective Partners in Literature

Instructor: Leigh Harbin, adjunct instructor, Marymount Manhattan College.

Literature for the 21st Century

To register, please call 212-998-7150 or visit our website www.sps.nyu.edu/professional-pathways.html.

*NEW* My Brilliant Friend: The Neapolitan World of Elena Ferrante

The Novel Today

To register, please call 212-998-7150 or visit our website www.sps.nyu.edu/professional-pathways.html.

Reading Dante’s Inferno

Instructor: Edmund Cionek, composer; arranger; orchestrator.

To register, please call 212-998-7150 or visit our website www.sps.nyu.edu/professional-pathways.html.

Walking and Talking New York

Instructor: Sharon Clarke, AIGA, CAA, SGA.

3D Modeling with Cinema 4D

To register, please call 212-998-7150 or visit our website www.sps.nyu.edu/professional-pathways.html.

Film and Television

Digital Filmmaking Intensive

To register, please call 212-998-7150 or visit our website www.sps.nyu.edu/professional-pathways.html.

Introduction to Filmmaking Workshop: Shooting and Postproduction

Writing and Directing the Short Film

To register, please call 212-998-7150 or visit our website www.sps.nyu.edu/professional-pathways.html.

Instructor: Gladys Bensimon Redmond, professional photographer, an award-winning producer

*NEW* Building a Career as a TV or Film Producer

Advanced Writing Workshop

To register, please call 212-998-7150 or visit our website www.sps.nyu.edu/professional-pathways.html.

Writers’ Workshop and Tutorial

Writing Great Characters

To register, please call 212-998-7150 or visit our website www.sps.nyu.edu/professional-pathways.html.

Introduction to Fiction Writing

NEW American Women Artists: 1900-1945

NEW Modernism: From Expressionism and Fauvism to Abstract Expressionism

NEW The Met at 150

NEW The Russian Century: Art from 1917-2017

NEW Velázquez, Rembrandt, Vermeer: The Golden Age of Painting

NEW New York on Film

NEW The Life of the Mind: Movies About Writers

NEW Travel in Film

NEW A Day at Machu Picchu

NEW A Day with the Maya: Visiting Chichén Itzá

NEW Agatha Christie

NEW Detective Partners in Literature

NEW My Brilliant Friend: The Neapolitan World of Elena Ferrante

NEW Building a Career as a TV or Film Producer

NEW Introductory Playwriting Workshop

NEW Modern Standard Arabic: Language and Culture

NEW French: Language and Culture

NEW Russian: Language and Culture

NEW Spanish: Language and Culture