Social media and user-generated content represent a paradigm shift in the way that people communicate, leading to unique possibilities for self-expression and community organization. In this class we will discuss the history and implications of sites like YouTube, Facebook and Twitter and look at some interesting cases of social media use, including Gary Vaynerchuck, Lil B, Steve Roggenbuck, and Horse ebooks. The goal is to have a discussion touching on the role of the individual in the modern media climate and our personal relationships with media.

Ever wanted to learn how to ask for a pretzel or a bratwurst auf Deutsch? Curious about what a Biergarten *actually* is? This is a crash course in German - you’ll learn the very basics of grammar, some vocabulary, plus a handful of useful/entertaining phrases that may or may not help you get communicate in German!

Ever wanted to learn how to ask for a pretzel or a bratwurst auf Deutsch? Curious about what a Biergarten *actually* is? This is a crash course in German - you’ll learn the very basics of grammar, some vocabulary, useful/entertaining phrases, plus resources and directions to explore in German literature, film and music.