Persian Studies

Persian Studies

Persian Studies at 黑料视频 is housed in the Department of Middle Eastern and Ancient Mediterranean Studies (MEAMS). Persian language courses count towards fulfillment of requirements for the Middle East Studies major and minor.

Coursework

Language offerings include PERS 101/501 (Elementary Persian I): It鈥檚 easy to learn and difficult to forget! This course introduces students to Persian鈥攖he official language of Iran, Afghanistan, and Tajikistan; spoken by over 130 million speakers worldwide; and the language of many of the most famous and enduring works of poetry, prose, and film. Students will develop basic proficiency in speaking, listening, reading, and writing Persian. They will learn the Persian alphabet and writing system, and begin learning essential vocabulary, fundamental grammatical structures, and basic conversation skills. They will be introduced to aspects of a rich and exciting cultural heritage, including many common customs and traditions. By the end of the semester, students will engage in simple conversations, read basic texts, and gain knowledge and understanding of the Persian-speaking world. No prior knowledge of Persian is required or expected. Completion of PERS 101 fulfills a foreign language Gen Ed (WL1).


headshot of Omid Ghaemmaghami

Omid Ghaemmaghami

Associate Professor/Undergraduate Director - Middle East Studies

Middle Eastern and Ancient Mediterranean Studies