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Introduction The story is taking place in Algeria, in a small village called Ghachimat, during the battle of Alger. At this time of the story, it was war between French who wanted to own the country and Algerian people who wanted their independence. ...
Social and historical context of Algeria in the novel, “In the name of God”. This book shows various ways of toxic masculinity and degrading of women in the early to late 90s in Algeria.
Blog post of the novel
The image posted above is the English cover of the novel.
The social and historical context of 1980s-1990s Algeria along with an analysis of masculinity, power, and disability in the novel In the Name of God.
Here is the author of the novel In the name of God, Yasmina Khadra, from his real name Mohammed Moulessehoul, attending an interview on France 24 (French channel) where he is getting back on his beginning in the world of writing
By Karly Swords
A brief background and history on the context of “In the Name of God” by Yasmina Khadra. This explains the history behind and leading up to the story which takes place as well as an analysis of writing techniques and social constructs.
Jaci Borgen
The key characters in the story are Abbas, Allal, Jafer, Kada, Sarah, Tej, and Zane. These characters are the focus of the story, although many peripheral characters are also used to build and develop the world the author portrays.
In the novel “In The Name Of God” by: Yasmina Khadra (whose real name is Mohammad Moulessehoul) takes you on a horrific journey in small Algerian town named Ghachimat. Throughout the book you well see a lot of hatred and jealousy.
10/17/2016 1:20 pm
This is the American Swedish Institute, located in south Minneapolis. Here, multiple levels of Swedish language courses are taught nearly every day of the week. In addition, the following additional language classes round out the curriculum:
ASI also is home to a wonderful cafe with food and drinks served Swedish-style. Fika, which means “coffee break” in Swedish, is located on the ground floor of the Institute and has both indoor and outdoor seating.
09/19/2016 6:37 pm
In the fall of 2019, our department launched the critical journal, Deinós. Scholarly criticism, both in text and in practice, brings together the capacity for interpretation and intuition, demanding from scholars the intellectual flexibility and adaptability called for by their object of analysis. Deinós is a space, precisely, to read, to write and to emphasize how beauty can be, sometimes, the beginning of terror.
Professional Organizations
Religious Statistics, Data, and Affiliation Numbers
Religion and the Media
Biblical Studies
Judaism
Christianity
Islam
Hinduism
Buddhist Studies
New Religious Movements
Wicca, Witchcraft, and Modern Paganism
09/19/2016 6:27 pm
The Languages, Literatures and Cultures Department regularly engages in short-term study abroad trips (two to three-weeks in duration). Our most common destinations are Paris, France; Rome, Italy; and Santiago, Chile. Students visit museums, meet writers and intellectuals and experience the cultures they have read about in a deep and meaningful way. These trips are usually linked to upper-level class work for French, Classics and Spanish majors.
Students can also study in Spain for a semester or year. We have a direct exchange with the Universidad Santiago de Compostela. The following link will let you know more about the Universidad de Santiago de Compostela and the lovely city in which it is located.
Recent Study Abroad trips:
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09/19/2016 6:16 pm
Hi everyone! My name is Melanie Ortiz, and I am currently a junior here at Rockford University studying Nursing and Spanish. I graduated from Jefferson High School and, gratefully, I was able to be a school ambassador, in the Top 10 graduates, have Honor Roll consecutively all four years, and become a Rockford Promise Scholar.
Now that I am a junior, I am thankful for all of the resources that have helped me throughout the years and am now thankful that as a tutor / assistant I am able to help others.
That said, please feel free to contact me for any help you may need, and also for a fellow classmate and friend. I look forward to working with all of you!
¡Hola a todos! Me llamo Melanie Ortiz, y actualmente estoy en mi tercer año aquí en Rockford University donde estudio Enfermeria y Espanol. Me gradué de Jefferson High School, donde pude ser embajadora de la escuela, estar entre los 10 mejores estudiantes, tener Honor Roll de manera consecutiva los cuatro años y llegar a ser una Rockford Promise Scholar.
Ahora que soy estudiante de tercer año, agradezco toda la ayuda recibida a través de los años y estoy contenta de que como tutora / asistente pueda ayudar a los demás.
What are the benefits of going to tutoring?
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Name of the Spanish Tutor: Melanie Ortiz
Email: mo180076@Rockford.edu
Dear students, ¡Bienvenidos! You are invited to join this semester’s Spanish Language Coffee Hour.
This is a language table that encourages open communication en español. All are welcome to join us regardless of the level of language mastery. We look forward to seeing you there! All conversation hours will take place in the Lobby of Scarborough Hall.
Upcoming Coffee Hours:
This semester’s Coffee Hours have concluded. Thank you to all who participated!
Each session will extend for about 40 minutes. Come to enjoy some coffee and snacks, and let’s talk in Spanish.
For more information, please, contact Dr. Yoandy Cabrera (ycabreraortega@rockford.edu). ¡Gracias!
Languages, Philosophy, Religion, and Cultures
09/19/2016 6:01 pm
Rockford University has an active Spanish Club. Activities include cultural celebrations like a Day of the Dead dance, film nights, conversation groups, poetry nights, field trips and community service opportunities. Students in other languages and religion regularly participate in other clubs and activities like those with the Multicultural Club.
09/19/2016 5:23 pm
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Francis V. Ellis Award in Classics for Exceptional Achievement in Greek or Latin
Granted by Attorney Stephen Ellis in memory of his father, the Francis V. Ellis Award in Classics recognizes excellence in the study of the classical languages (Greek or Latin) and classical civilization.
Sally Lo Ware Awards for Distinguished Performance in Modern Language
These awards are to be presented to students who are majoring in one of the languages currently offered by Rockford University.
Walhout Prize in Philosophy
The Walhout Prize in Philosophy was established in honor of Dr. Donald Walhout, Professor Emeritis. This award is given to a student based on academic performance, GPA, and the student must have completed 30 hours in Philosophy.
For more information on scholarships relevant to this department, please visit the Academic Catalog.
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