How to graduate in 4 years with a major in Languages and Literatures: If you want to MAJOR in a language that you HAVE NOT taken before:

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1 As of 8/1/2014 Languages and Literatures has 6 Majors (BA) and 8 Minors Credits needed for Majors INCLUDING Capstone Seminar: 44: (Classical Studies, Classical Languages) 36: (French, German, Hispanic Studies, Norwegian). Credits in target language for majors: o 40 Classical Languages (begins with 101) o 36 Hispanic Studies (begins with 202; 48 credits if student starts at 101) o 32 French, German (begins with 201; 40 credits if student starts at 101) o 24 Classical Studies (begins with 101) o 20 Norwegian (begins with 102; 24 credits if student starts at 101) Credits for Minors: 20: All (Chinese, Classical Studies, French, German, Greek, Hispanic Studies, Latin, Norwegian). Credits of minor in language: o 20: Chinese, Norwegian (begins 101) o 20: French, German (begins 201; 28 if student begins at 101) o 20: Hispanic Studies (begins 202; 32 if student begins at 101) o 16: Latin, Greek (begins 101) o 12: Classical Studies (begins 101) How to graduate in 4 years with a major in Languages and Literatures: If you want to MAJOR in a language that you HAVE NOT taken before: 1. Start in the FALL and language courses are sequential. All programs EXCEPT French and Hispanic Studies offer 101 and 201 only in the Fall. 2. Start with the first language class that applies to your major no later than the fall of your SOPHOMORE 3. Plan ahead to take your Capstone Seminar in the Fall or Spring of your SENIOR 4. For Chinese, Classics, French, German, and Norwegian: Work with your major advisor to choose your text(s) and supporting material for your capstone research by no later than the semester BEFORE your capstone seminar. If you want to MAJOR in a language that you HAVE taken before: 1. Take the placement test (Chinese, French, German, Hispanic Studies) or talk to the language faculty (Classics, Norwegian) RIGHT AWAY to know where to begin and to get credit for your work. 2. Start with the first language class that applies to your major no later than the fall of your SOPHOMORE 3. Plan ahead to take your Capstone Seminar in the Fall or Spring of your SENIOR

2 4. For Chinese, Classics, French, German, and Norwegian: Work with your major advisor to choose your text(s) and supporting material for your capstone research by no later than the semester BEFORE your capstone seminar. The following is for advising purposes only and does not denote a contract with the student or Pacific Lutheran University. Many programs have specific deadlines for application or declaration contact the department or program chair for information. The information below is accurate as of August 1, 2014, please check back frequently as some things may have changed. The university reserves the right to make necessary changes at its discretion. General Degree Requirements A minimum of 128 semester hours must be completed with a GPA of 2.00 or higher. In addition to the requirements of these majors, students must complete all other requirements of the University as listed in the catalog. At least 8 semester hours for the major must be taken in residence at PLU. First Year of Major Fall Term J-Term Spring Term Comments Students should earn 32 semester hours per year to stay on track to graduate in 4-years (which requires minimum of 128 semester hours). LANG STUD TRACK #1 (FAST) STUD TRACK #2 All students must complete a minimum of 40 semester hours of Upper-Division work ( level) which includes courses in the major. 241/ /112 (8 cr) (SA) 211* CREDITS 111/12 (8 cr) AND ONE: IHON 111, /ENG 231, ART 180, 12 CREDITS 111/12 (8 cr) AND ONEcourse EITHER fall OR spring from Classics list. 241/341 (SA) 241/341 (SA) (if not in previous. 4- FREN FREN 201 or 202 FREN 241: French Language / Caribbean Culture in Martinique (every other GERM GERM 201 German offers qualifying J- term studyaway in Berlin 211* and ONE course from Classics list. 211* -AND ONE course EITHER fall OR spring from list 4- FREN 201 or 202 * Greek and Latin 200-levels count as CREDITS French offers qualifying J-term study-away (FREN 241) in Martinique every other GERM 202 Students beginning the major above the 202 level will likely require less than 4 years to complete the GERM major. Consult with advisor for individualized plan.

3 (GERM 241) every other HISP HISP 202 HISP 202 or 301 Complete 200 level sequence, and, if possible, 301. HISP 301 prerequisite for HISP 321, 322, 325, 341, can be taken concurrently with 321/ prerequisite for most semester study away programs. NORW NORW 101 (if needed) NORW 331 in Norway (taught in English) fulfills a requirement other than the language portion of the NORW major. (every other NORW 102 Hispanic Studies offers qualifying J-term study away (HISP 231/331, equivalent to 202, 301, or 401) in Latin America every Second Year of Major The second year of a major is a good one to go abroad to study for a semester or a Most study-abroad language programs require than you are into your 200-level sequences BEFORE you can go. Make sure that you work with your advisor and the Wang Center to determine your eligibility. LANG STUD TRACK #1 (FAST) STUD TRACK #2 FREN FREN * (1 st lang.)-and- 111/12 (2 nd language) (8 cr) 12 CREDITS 212* (1 st lang.) - AND- GREK or LATN 111/12 (2 nd lang.) (8 cr) 12 CREDITS 212* and one course from Classics list. FREN 310: Special Topics in French History/Culture 241/341 (SA) (if not in previous year - 241/341 (SA) (if not previously 4 CREDITS? 241/341 (SA) (if not previously FREN 241: French Language / Caribbean Culture in Martinique (every other 311 (1 st lang.) -AND- 211 (2 nd lang.) / HIST 321 or 322 (or other course from Classics list. Two courses from Classics list FREN 302 FREN 402: Modern French Literature 403: Contemporary 20-2 (36 TOTAL) CREDITS (40 TOTAL) 16 CREDITS (32 TOTAL) FREN 302 can be taken before FREN 301. Take 4-8 credits upper-division French in addition to

4 GERM GERM 301 German offers qualifying J-term study-away in Berlin (GERM 241) every other HISP HISP 301 (if not taken previously) -and/or- HISP 321 -and/or- HISP 325 French Literature GERM 302 HISP 322 -and/or- HISP 325 semester and year- long study-away programs in France. Be sure to consult with your advisor about study away course offerings and to obtain pre-approval for some courses (usually two), so that you are sure the credits for those courses will count towards the French major. Take 8 credits upper-division German in addition to semester and year-long Gateway Study- Away programs in Germany. Complete 300-level requirements (301, 321, 322, 325) HISP 301 prerequisite for HISP 321, 322, 325, 341, can be taken concurrently with 321/ prerequisite for most semester study away programs. HISP 325 prerequisite for HISP 421, 422, 423, 431, 432, 433. Hispanic Studies offers qualifying J-term study away (HISP 231/331, equivalent to 202, 301, or 401) in Latin America every A semester abroad is highly recommended for all majors. See your advisor and the Wang Center for semester and year-long Gateway Study-Away programs in Mexico, South America, and Spain. Approved programs are listed here: NORW NORW 201 SCAN 341 (may be repeated for credit with different topic) SCAN 422 NORW 331 in Norway (taught in English) fulfills a requirement other than the language portion of the NORW major. NORW 202 SCAN 241 or other SCAN course. Take 8 credits of eligible SCAN courses. Gateway Study-Away programs in Norway. Third Year of Major The third year, if you started your major as a freshman, is a good year to go abroad to study for a semester or a If you are completing your major in your third year as a senior, however, consult your catalogue and advisor for residency and capstone requirements. (Languages) 312 or 499* (MAJOR IS COMPLETE)

5 (Stud.) TRACK #! (Stud.) TRACK #2 FREN 499* (MAJOR IS COMPLETE) 499* 111/12 12 CREDITS (MAJOR IS COMPLETE) FREN 401: Early Modern French Literatures FREN 404: (Post)Colonial Francophone Literature (alternate years) FREN 402: Modern French Literature FREN 403: Contemporary French Literature (alternate years) FREN 499* (only if Take 8 credits upper-division French (not including the Capstone Seminar) semester and year-long study-away programs in France. Be sure to consult with your advisor about study away course offerings and to obtain pre-approval for some courses (usually two), so that you are sure the credits for those courses will count towards the French major. GERM GERM 321 GERM 423 HISP. HISP (TBD) HISP (TBD) GERM or GERM 424 GERM 499* (only if HISP (TBD) HISP (TBD) HISP 441 (every other HISP 401 (every other HISP 499* (only if *If this is your final year, plan to take your FREN 499 in spring semester. Work with your advisor to choose your text and materials in fall semester. If taking the capstone next fall, work with your advisor to choose these materials by the end of this spring semester. Take 8 credits upper-division German in addition to 301/2 and 321/2. semester and yearlong study abroad programs in Germany. If you began the major above the 202 level and this is your final year, plan to take GERM 499 in spring semester. Work with your advisor to choose your text and materials in fall semester. If taking the capstone next fall, work with your advisor to choose these materials by the end of this spring semester. Complete 400-level requirements (one course from 42X and 43X series, plus one more 400-level). HISP 325 prerequisite for HISP 421, 422, 423, 431, 432, 433. *If this is your final year, plan to take your HISP 499 in spring semester. Hispanic Studies offers qualifying J-term study away (HISP 231/331, equivalent to 202, 301, or 401) in Latin America every

6 NORW NORW 301 SCAN 341 (may be repeated for credit with different topic) SCAN 422 NORW 302 NORW 499* (only if A semester abroad is highly recommended for all majors. See your advisor and the Wang Center for semester and year-long Gateway Study-Away programs in Mexico, South America, and Spain. Approved programs are listed here: Take 4 credits of eligible SCAN courses. semester and year-long Gateway Study- Away programs in Norway. *If this is your final year, plan to take your NORW 499 in spring semester. Work with your advisor to choose your text and materials in fall semester. If taking the capstone next fall, work with your advisor to choose these materials by the end of this spring semester. Fourth Year of Major (if nec.) FREN If you start on your Languages and Literatures major in your first year, this gives you quite a bit or leeway to augment your major with study-away or other classes, and the option of taking the Capstone Seminar (499) in either fall or spring semester. Complete Major coursework -or- FREN 499** FREN 499** semester study-away programs in France. Be sure to consult with your advisor about study away course offerings and to obtain pre-approval for some courses (usually two), so that you are sure the credits for those courses will count towards the French major. GERM GERM or GERM 423 -and (unless taking GERM 322 GERM 424 -and (unless taken in **If this is your final year and you have take FREN 499 in either fall or spring semester. If you need fall semester to complete your major, take FREN 499 in spring semester. Work with your advisor to choose your text and materials in the semester PREVIOUS to your capstone. You will need to have chosen your materials in order to register for the class. Take 8 credits upper-division German in addition to 301/2 and 321/2. semester and yearlong study abroad programs in Germany. If this is your final year and you have

7 HISP NORW in spring)- GERM 499 Complete Major coursework -or- HISP 499** Complete Major coursework -or- NORW 499** fall)- GERM 499 HISP 499** NORW 499** take GERM 499 in either fall or spring semester. If you need fall semester to complete your major, take GERM 499 in spring semester. Work with your advisor to choose your text and materials in the semester PREVIOUS to your capstone. HISP 325 prerequisite for HISP 421, 422, 423, 431, 432, 433. **If this is your final year and you have take HISP 499 in either fall or spring semester. semester Gateway Study-Away programs in Norway. **If this is your final year and you have take 499 in either fall or spring semester. If you need fall semester to complete your major, take 499 in spring semester. Work with your advisor to choose your text and materials in the semester PREVIOUS to your capstone.