ENGH 412: Topics in Folklore Studies

ENGH 412-001: Folklore, Migration & Dsplcmnt
(Spring 2026)

04:30 PM to 07:10 PM R

Music Theater Building 1002

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Section Information for Spring 2026

When people move from one place to the other, settle temporarily or permanently in new locations, and (for some) return to their original homes, art, culture, and storytelling are an inextricable part of their lives. This course explores how folklore approaches, theories, methods, and scholarship can contribute to a greater understanding of displacement along with informed policy-making and services for migrants in locations across the world. Themes include the use of folklore to establish a sense of place, build community, forge connections, create financial stability, address trauma, and counter various forms of prejudice.

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Course Information from the University Catalog

Credits: 3

Exploration of various aspects of folklore and folklife such as folklore and literature, folk arts, folk song, and material culture. Notes: May be repeated when topic is different with permission of department. Offered by English. May be repeated within the term.
Specialized Designation: Topic Varies
Recommended Prerequisite: Satisfaction of University requirements in 100-level English and in Mason Core literature.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.

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