Dr. Gingrich, TAG Seminars for 2014-15
1st Semester Seminars
Magic, Monsters, and Mythical Creatures: Middle-Earth, Narnia, and Hogwarts
Explore the literature of J.R.R. Tolkien’s Hobbit and Lord of the Rings, C.S. Lewis’ Chronicles of Narnia, and J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter. Consider how they create a modern mythology. In this seminar we will explore the origins of archetypal, mythical creatures and how these authors drew upon those origins in their works, as well as developed unique creatures in their original worlds. Wizards, Orcs, and Muggles all welcome. Mythical Creatures Assignment One |
The Beatles are Coming, The Beatles Are Coming!: The Impact of the British Rock Invasion on Society and Culture This seminar will cover the impact of the British Invasion by four Liverpool lads in 1964. It will cover the early days of the Beatles through to the termination of the band. We will also listen to and react to post-Beatles careers of the members as well as other artist from Great Britain such as The Rolling Stones, Pink Floyd, and Led Zeppelin. Whether you own every Beatles album or think Rubber Soul is a shoe supplement you will enjoy this seminar.
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