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This course examines the origins and radical impact of the Fauves—a short-lived yet transformative movement led by Henri Matisse that broke free from realism and ushered in a new freedom and expressionism in art. We explore the historical circumstances…
Every year since the September 2001 terror attacks, pollsters have systematically interviewed thousands of people around the world asking questions about America’s global reputation. Those opinions affect nearly every aspect of our relationship with the…
The 1795 Third Partition of the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth—which resulted in the imperial absorption of Ukrainian lands—sent a shockwave of grief across the Atlantic to a young American republic, affecting even its formation. Far from an isolated event,…
This course explores some of history’s most influential creative figures, using modern neuroscience and psychology to better understand recurring patterns of neurodivergence. Through the lives of Leonardo da Vinci, Caravaggio, Michelangelo, Albert Einstein,…
In this course, we examine how myth and archeology can help us understand the history of the first settlements on the site of Rome. While its location in central Italy meant that organized urban life came relatively late to the hills on which Rome would be…
Two-time Oscar winner Elia Kazan directed some of the most unforgettable performances on both stage and screen. Though his 1952 testimony before the House Un-American Activities Committee tarnished his personal reputation, it did nothing to dim the brilliance…
Long before modern artificial intelligence could generate songs from text prompts, musicians and inventors sought to mechanize the creative process. From 17th-century musical calculating devices like Athanasius Kircher’s "Musical Ark," or arca musarithmica ,…
This course is designed to develop reading comprehension, conversational fluency, and cultural awareness through the study of short stories in French. Before each class meeting, students are encouraged to read an assigned story. During class, we revisit the…
From offbeat comedies to Oscar-winning dramas and postmodern westerns, Joel and Ethan Coen have created one of the most distinctive bodies of work in American cinema. Their stories of ordinary people whose lives spiral into extraordinary chaos have provided…
Classical music has been an integral part of the medium of film since the very beginning, even during the silent film years. This is partly because most of the individuals in charge of providing music were classically trained musicians. But more so, it is…
While American culinary history is brief compared to that of the ancient civilizations of Asia, South America, and Europe, its evolution is fascinating. In this course, we examine the key dishes, inventions, innovations, and fads that have shaped our national…
From the founding of the United States through the Civil War, the institution of slavery shaped the lives of Black Americans—with repercussions still felt today. This course traces that journey through primary sources, drawing from Documenting the American…
Selected from his collection, Our Story Begins: New and Selected Stories , the short stories in this course probe the ordinary and extraordinary circumstances of human experience—from first love to military service. Drawing on his own upbringing and time as a…
Emerging in the 18th century, the Age of Enlightenment was a period of intellectual and cultural flourishing across Europe that championed reason, progress, and individual liberty. Its emphasis on empirical evidence and natural rights catalyzed both the…
Every photographer has a subject before they choose one. It lives in whatever they cannot ignore, shaped by their own history long before they own a camera. In this session, Monty Marsh examines photographers working across genres, from documentary to fashion…
Contemporary philosophy often utilizes film to ground abstract concepts, offering a visual language for exploring identity, reality, ethics, and the divine. This course features five thought-provoking films, using them as catalysts for deep discussion about…
Maurice Ravel was one of the leading French composers and pianists of the early 20th century. His music brilliantly balances Classical restraint with striking harmonic color and imagination. Though often paired with Debussy under the umbrella of…
The diverse, ancient, and enduring artistic traditions of North American Indigenous peoples are an integral part of American history, incorporating specialized housing types, textile designs, ceramics, basketry, and the masterly use of natural materials. In…
Morocco is a North African country known for its dramatic blend of Arab, Berber, and French influences; featuring vibrant cities, bustling medinas (city centers), and colorful architecture. It is also celebrated for its rich craft traditions, particularly…
Still life paintings of the Dutch Golden Age masterfully captured everyday objects, flowers, and lavish banquets with hyper-realistic detail. Beyond their visual splendor, these 17th-century artworks often doubled as reminders of human mortality or as proud…
In the 1920s, the freedom-loving young women known as flappers upended cultural and romantic conventions, revolutionizing love both on and off the screen. Their forward-thinking attitudes and rule-breaking style left an indelible mark on cinema, giving birth…
The ideal group for those who love acting, theatre, language, and Shakespeare. Each week we read scenes from the play aloud, then analyze and discuss them from an actor's perspective (scripts in hand, no memorization required). We explore the different ways…
In 1935, under President Frank D. Roosevelt's New Deal, the Federal Art Project, a federal economic relief effort organized under the Works Progress Administration, put unemployed artists on the government payroll to paint public murals in post offices,…
In this course, we go on three local field trips in the westside and the valley. Through our camera’s viewfinder, we seek inspiration, get outside of our comfort zone, and hone our skills as an iPhone photographer. Each field trip begins with a lecture on how…
Most people who want to cultivate their creativity rely on the same expected techniques, such as a regular routine, class instruction, or group accountability. This workshop instead identifies eight secret side doors into your creativity. Techniques deployed…
In Chinese flower painting, a flower is never merely a flower—it carries rich symbolism, stories, cultural meaning, and the spirit of the season. This course explores seasonal subjects such as the plum blossom, orchid, lotus, and chrysanthemum. Through…
We are living in an era of unprecedented longevity, yet we continue to rely on outdated, ageist scripts to understand older adulthood. This course replaces prejudice with research, redefining our experiences and desires for this pioneering stage in human…
Jane Austen was an English writer who first gave the novel its distinctly modern character through her treatment of ordinary people in everyday life, and her works continue to intrigue and inspire a new generation of readers and writers alike. In this course,…
In the 1950s and 60s, many doo wop groups signed with small, independent labels who did not promote them after their one big hit. These groups became known as one-hit wonders. In this course, we take a close-up look at some of them, with inside stories about…
The course provides a better understanding of how future energy solutions—both power and transportation—address climate change and environmental protection from a policy standpoint. Instructors broadly discuss climate change, including greenhouse gas…