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CSAR 131 Louisiana Architecture, 1700-1865 (3)
Architecture in Louisiana from colonial to early Victorian period, as seen in the work of important architects and builders and in vernacular construction. The planning of towns and forts is examined, especially in New Orleans. The course illustrates the development in the 18th century of the distinctive Louisiana Colonial style, its mingling with styles introduced from the East Coast after the Louisiana Purchase, and the gradual dominance in the mid-19th century of international Anglo-American styles. The effects on architecture of climate, natural resources, early industrialism and the rich ethnic mix of Louisiana are considered. Field trips to the Vieux Carre, plantations and the Garden District are scheduled. Previous experience in courses using slide presentations is useful.
CSAR 132 New Orleans Architecture (3)
Architecture in New Orleans, from Native American to contemporary times, will be investigated. Regional, national, and international influence on local architectural heritage will be examined. The designs of prominent local architects and builders will be explored, as well as the vernacular forms of architectural styles found throughout New Orleans.
LOUS 345 Louisiana and Caribbean Literature (3)
This class will examine the literature of the Caribbean in poetry, essay and fiction. We will attempt to find a way to speak of a Caribbean culture that
comprises the influences of Spain, of France, the United States, the Netherlands-all of it resting on a foundation of West Africa and indigenous tribes now lost,
but for the names the region now bears-the Aruac, the Carib. We will pay special attention to the ways in which the "Caribbean" may extend to include
to Gulf of Mexico and even more distant lands, and we will pay special attention to the city of New Orleans and its relation to the Caribbean.
We will examine not only what the Caribbean is, but what it does. Readings include Alejo Carpentier, Lafcadio Hearn, Zora Neale Hurston, Derek Walcott, Jamaica Kincaid and George Washington Cable, among others.
HISL 347 Colonial Louisiana, 1700-1812 (3)
A survey of the history of the Province of Louisiana and the Louisiana Territory under French, Spanish, and United States rule, from its discovery and settlement through establishment of the State of Louisiana in 1812. Combining lecture and seminar format, the course explores social, economic, political, and cultural developments and institutions which have contributed to the heritage and characteristics of the region. Louisiana offers a unique opportunity for the study of comparative colonial patterns, 1700-1812. Same as HISU 347.
CSHS 275 History of New Orleans Theatre (3)
The course will focus on the influence of both theatrical trends and New Orleans' culture as they form the blend of styles unique to local theatre. Students will survey a variety of plays, trends, and social conditions, while focusing on pivotal playwrites and seminal texts.
CSHS 340 Mississippi Gulf Coast History (3)
HISU 348 Louisiana History (3)
A survey of the history of Louisiana from its settlement to the present.
PARA 403 Louisiana Succession Practice (3)
Review of Louisiana substantive law of successions and donations including wills; drafting of simple wills; estate administration including the collection, legal description, and appraisement of assets; drafting of pleadings to probate will, appoint executor, pay estate debts, sell or lease estate property, and send heirs into possession of their inheritance; preparation of documents to transfer estate assets including automobiles and securities; preparation and filing of Louisiana Inheritance Tax Return and Federal Estate Tax Return.
PRLW 390/PARA 550 Special Topics in Paralegal Studies for Spring 2004
POLS 301 Southern Politics (3)
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