Arts AT Trent “Prepare to be engaged. You’ll get a warm welcome and a great education.” Dr. Sally Chivers, Professor, Canadian Studies
Ancient Greek and Roman Studies Classics is the study of ancient Greek and Roman cultures, the two inter-twined civilizations that lie at the root of modern Western culture. Our programs and offerings are designed to allow you to sample everything or to focus on one stream in particular: ancient history, classical archaeology, civilization, drama and literature.
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Join us on student retreats to our conference centre Windy Pine in Haliburton, Ontario See Canada from another perspective with a one-year North American exchange program
Career Conscious Biographer / Community Relations Consultant / Diplomat / Immigration Officer / Policy Analyst / Public Policy Officer
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Regular opportunities to participate in Mediterranean fieldwork as part of professors’ research teams Professors committed to student success Springboard for graduate work
Career Conscious Archivist / Curator / Journalist / Library and Information Systems / Linguist / Professor / Public Relations Specialist
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Canadian Studies Canadian Studies is an interdisciplinary exploration of the concepts and practices of “Canadianness”. You will gain an understanding of issues of central importance to Canadians including politics, culture, the environment, immigration, multiculturalism, citizenship, labour, First Nations, the North, regionalism, social welfare, and the women’s movement.
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Work with community groups on meaningful research projects that make a difference Take your learning out of the classroom during field trips to other cities Engage in small group learning through lectures, seminars, workshops and special events
Cultural Studies What is human nature and does it change when the culture changes? How can we talk meaningfully about everyday life without falling into cliché? Is technology external to us or is it an extension of our bodies? What is the function of art? These are the types of complicated questions we encourage you to engage as you study the works of challenging artists, writers, and theorists in a diverse range of courses in visual arts, cultural theory, media, film, theatre, music and creative writing.
English Literature
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Every year, our graduates make us proud by gaining entrance to the best graduate programs in the country, by winning scholarships and literary awards, and by embarking on rewarding careers in publishing, broadcasting, education, communication, research and dozens of other fields. And every year our students prove that the study of English is the ideal preparation for any career that demands imagination, critical inquiry, and inventiveness.
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Why Trent?
Curator / Historic Preservation Officer / Historical Consultant for Film and Media / Journalist / Novelist / Politician
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Cutting-edge research in language, literature, and the humanities Faculty dedicated to teaching and research, recognized through provincial and national teaching awards Seminar and workshop-based learning, providing opportunities for discussion and critical thinking Student involvement in department decision-making Choice between Peterborough and Oshawa locations
Career Conscious Broadcaster / Journalist / Librarian / Public Relations Specialist / Teacher / Translator / Writer / Editor
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Build your own degree: specialize in Arts, Narrative, Media or Theory, or take a comprehensive approach We invite you to approach the study of culture analytically, speculatively, viscerally, creatively, and imaginatively You can create culture yourself: take workshops taught by renowned theatre directors, artists, musicians, writers, and film-makers
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History The study of history extends your experience, opens up a world of possibilities, and equips you to think your way into the future. Regional and thematic focuses allow you to explore everything from the history of crime in Early Modern England to the history of modern Canadian foreign policy.
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Small group learning and effective teacher-student interaction Development of exceptional research and communication skills
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Large department with a multitude of course options spanning the globe Award-winning faculty with research specialities in diverse fields Opportunities to study abroad at universities around the world Degree-granting programs at both Peterborough and Oshawa campuses A variety of prizes and scholarships
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“I always knew I had Aboriginal ancestry and having the opportunity to learn more about it, the landscape of it, the language and the way the community is structured within itself means a lot.”
StoneHorse Moore, Second-year Student, Indigenous Studies
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Indigenous Studies Learn how Indigenous peoples in Canada and around the world are shaping our globe through a creative blend of Indigenous and western knowledge. You will study the historical and contemporary interactions between Indigenous and non-Indigenous societies and the cultural foundations of Indigenous life in areas such as performance, literature, politics, ecology, and governance.
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Learn from Indigenous Elders Exceptional faculty with backgrounds in both western and Indigenous knowledge Excellent opportunities for cross-cultural learning International Programs in Thailand and Mexico Opportunities for community-based learning
Career Conscious Community activist / Government Policy specialist / Politician / Teacher / Journalist / Aboriginal corporate liaison officer
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