Courses

Introduction to the immigrant neighborhood and community life in Queens. Students learn about the latest demographics for the borough, community activities involving new and established residents, and political and civic life, especially for new residents who are struggling to gain rights and recognition in New York City and beyond. The course emphasizes in particular the various local Asian American communities and takes students to guided field visits of Queens neighborhoods

New York City’s status as a global city reflects, in part, its diverse and dynamic population. This course will focus on immigrant community formations in the borough of Queens, where racial and ethnic diversity is unparalleled. Students will examine the changing demographics and intercultural relations that mark multicultural Queens.

Examination of the social, political, economic, and environmental factors affecting the successive waves of migration to New York from the 1800s to the present. Students will analyze the development and role of ethnic and immigrant organizations during the early migrations and through the changes in contemporary migrant flows.

The components and mechanisms of action of the immune system. Topics include requirements for antigenicity, types of antibodies, humoral and cell-mediated responses including allergy, graft rejection, and autoimmune diseases.

In 1613 the Romanov dynasty, infamous for the absolutism of its rule, began with the election of Mikhail.

A survey of the short-lived but enduringly popular Impressionist movement in France, concentrating on the careers and production of Manet, Monet, Renoir, Degas, Morisot, and their circle, from the early 1860s to mid-1880s.

A study of the theory, practice, and styles of jazz improvisation designed to develop the techniques and skills of the performer.

Open to a limited number of qualified students who want to do independent work in a related arts organization. Written application for permission to enroll, stating in detail the nature and scope of the proposed project, must be submitted to the department deputy chair at least one month prior to the date of registration.BFA students are encouraged to use one 3-credit elective (ARTS 393) course for an internship at one of the department approved nonprofit arts organizationsin New York City.

Open to a limited number of qualified students who want to do independent work in a related Design organization. Written application for permission to enroll, stating in detail the nature and scope of the proposed project, must be submitted 276 / 1272 Queens College to the department deputy chair at least one month prior to the date of registration. BFA students are encouraged to use one 3-credit elective (DESN 393) course for an internship at a department approved agency or studio.

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