DUTCH (DTCH)

This course will explore the Nazi occupation of the Netherlands during World War II and its lasting impact on Dutch society, using the experience of Anne Frank as a starting point. Participants will become familiar with how the Holocaust was perpetrated in the Netherlands and the extent to which members of Dutch society resisted, remained passive, or collaborated, and how personal convictions and ethical dilemmas shaped how they responded. Furthermore, the course will explore how World War II was a watershed for other important transformations in Dutch society, particularly the struggle to accept the end of its global empire.

This study abroad course provides students with in-depth exposure to the history and culture of the Netherlands in the 17th century through the lens of its chief city, Amsterdam. Conducted in English. No knowledge of Dutch is required.

Permission of the instructor. Special readings and research in a selected field or topic under the direction of a faculty member.

The first course in the Dutch language sequence, DTCH 402 is a rapid introduction to modern Dutch with emphasis on all fundamental components of communication. Completion of DTCH 402 fulfills level 2 of a foreign language.

The second course in the Dutch language sequence, DTCH 403 focuses on increased skills in speaking, listening, reading, global comprehension, and communication. Emphasis on reading and discussion of longer texts. Completion of DTCH 403 fulfills level 3 of a foreign language.

This third Dutch course completes the language sequence. DTCH 404 aims to increase proficiency in language skills (reading, speaking, writing) and is constructed around a series of themes meant to introduce students to Dutch society, culture, and history. Completion of DTCH 404 fulfills level 4 of a foreign language.

Ability to read and speak Dutch at intermediate to advanced level recommended. Introduction to Dutch literature from Middle Ages to the present. Survey of topics in Dutch culture.

DTCH 406 is an intermediate-advanced level course that provides students with an opportunity to work on the four fundamental language skills: speaking, listening, reading, and writing, but with a special focus on communication (speaking and writing) skills.

Special readings and research in a selected field or topic under the direction of a faculty member.