Vorlesungsverzeichnis

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Veranstaltungen von Dr. Sabrina Völz


Lehrveranstaltungen

Understanding Area Studies (Group 1) (Seminar)

Dozent/in: Sabrina Völz

Termin:
 wöchentlich | Montag | 14:15 - 15:45 | 13.10.2025 - 30.01.2026 | C 5.310 Seminarraum

Inhalt: This introduction to area studies is designed to provide students with an understanding of key terminology and readings in the field of area studies. Course participants will become familiar with and learn to analyze and apply approaches to / models for interpreting culture. Practical applications and goals for the classroom will also be discussed. This semester, we will focus on Chinonye Chukwu's Till (2022). The film is centered around Emmett Till's mother, Mamie Till-Bradley. Instead of concentrating on the violence of the brutal lynching of the 14-year-old boy from Chicago, the film evokes Mamie Till's struggle for justice as well as cultural memory and trauma. The Till murder galvanized the Civil Rights movement. This film will be used to bring all the course topics together: identity, history, memory, culture, resilience, and representation. It is required material. If you do not feel up to the challenge, read this article first "‘Emmett Till Is Anne Frank To Black America’" https://www.forbes.com/sites/briannegarrett/2020/08/26/emmett-till-is-anne-frank-to-black-america-emmett-till-murder-65th-anniversary/. If you still have concerns, take two other courses in the module.

Understanding Area Studies (Group 2) (Seminar)

Dozent/in: Sabrina Völz

Termin:
 wöchentlich | Mittwoch | 10:15 - 11:45 | 13.10.2025 - 30.01.2026 | C 12.015 Seminarraum

Inhalt: This introduction to area studies is designed to provide students with an understanding of key terminology and readings in the field of area studies. Course participants will become familiar with and learn to analyze and apply approaches to / models for interpreting culture. Practical applications and goals for the classroom will also be discussed. This semester, we will focus on Chinonye Chukwu's Till (2022). The film is centered around Emmett Till's mother, Mamie Till-Bradley. Instead of concentrating on the violence of the brutal lynching of the 14-year-old boy from Chicago, the film evokes Mamie Till's struggle for justice as well as cultural memory and trauma. The Till murder galvanized the Civil Rights movement. This film will be used to bring all the course topics together: identity, history, memory, culture, resilience, and representation. It is required material. If you do not feel up to the challenge, read this article first "‘Emmett Till Is Anne Frank To Black America’" https://www.forbes.com/sites/briannegarrett/2020/08/26/emmett-till-is-anne-frank-to-black-america-emmett-till-murder-65th-anniversary/. If you still have concerns, take two other courses in the module.

German Experience in America (LBS only) (Seminar)

Dozent/in: Sabrina Völz

Termin:
 wöchentlich | Donnerstag | 10:15 - 11:45 | 13.10.2025 - 30.01.2026 | C 5.111 Seminarraum

Inhalt: This seminar takes a look at the social, political, and cultural themes in the United States in a turbulent time in American history from multiple perspectives, analyzing both high and popular culture, mainstream and marginalized voices.

Laughing Matters: The Personal, Social and Cultural Dynamics of North American Humor and Beyond (FSL) (Seminar)

Dozent/in: Sabrina Völz

Termin:
 wöchentlich | Mittwoch | 12:15 - 13:45 | 13.10.2025 - 30.01.2026 | C 14.102 b Seminarraum

Inhalt: Humor is a complex social phenomenon that varies across cultures, influencing how individuals connect and communicate. In this course, students explore how humor shapes identity formation and reflects interpersonal relationships and cultural dynamics within North American society and beyond. We begin by exploring the fundamental theories of humor, including incongruity, superiority, and relief theories. Next, we investigate how personal knowledge, experiences, cultural backgrounds, as well as social and political environments shape one's sense of humor and expression. The course will further analyze various forms of humor in American and Canadian media, such as sitcoms (Black-ish and Schitt's Creek), stand-up comedy, memes, satirical content, as well as Native art and film, to understand how humor is used to navigate cultural boundaries, social and political critique, and resistance. The module will also explore instances of and the impact of misplaced or failed humor.

Cat Got Your Tongue? – Developing Your Oral Communication Skills in English. Englisch ab B2 (Seminar)

Dozent/in: Sabrina Völz

Termin:
 Einzeltermin | Mo, 13.10.2025, 12:15 - Mo, 13.10.2025, 13:45 | C 4.111 Seminarraum
wöchentlich | Montag | 12:15 - 13:45 | 20.10.2025 - 29.12.2025 | C 12.009 Seminarraum
wöchentlich | Montag | 12:15 - 13:45 | 05.01.2026 - 30.01.2026 | C 4.111 Seminarraum

Inhalt: Are you uncomfortable speaking in English in front of a group? Do you want to say something in your classes, but can’t get the words out fast enough? Do you want to be prepared to meet workplace demands, where employees are valued for their ability to communicate? If so, then this is the course for you. In this student-centered class, we will work on vocabulary-building strategies while improving oral fluency and proficiency skills in English. Moreover, students will practice their public speaking skills in various contexts (small talk, presentations, interviewing, etc).

Writing With Style: Discovering Your Academic Voice in English. Englisch C1 (Group 2) (Seminar)

Dozent/in: Sabrina Völz

Termin:
 wöchentlich | Freitag | 10:15 - 13:45 | 13.10.2025 - 30.01.2026 | C 5.310 Seminarraum

Inhalt: Will you write your bachelor thesis in English and are not quite sure if you're ready? Will you need to write an assignment or essay in English for one of your classes this semester? Do you want to become proficient with AI-based and digital tools in English? If you answered yes to any of those questions, then you may want to take this class. Just as students need to know the fundamentals of math to use the calculator properly, academics need certain skills to make the most out of a seemingly unending amount of AI-driven writing tools. In this class, we'll explore the fundamentals of academic writing and the possibilities of digital and/or AI-driven tools. Further topics include recognizing quality writing, including producing knock-out introductions and conclusions, making the most of citations, examining personal bias and positionality (how one's identity affects their writing and research), and critically revising one's own work. Finally, we'll also take a closer look at matters of style and creative language use. Participants will work on and discuss many writing activities in class. At the same time, due to the heterogeneity of seminar participants, the instructor will assist students in developing their own writing styles and mentor them individually. Those who are willing to put the time and effort into the class should notice a great improvement in their confidence and writing skills. The first hour of the seminar is devoted to writing practice and the themes mentioned in the content section. During the second hour of the seminar, students have the opportunity to set their individual writing goal(s) and take advantage of language coaching and materials chosen by course participants.

Writing With Style: Discovering Your Academic Voice in English. Englisch C1 (Group 1) (Seminar)

Dozent/in: Sabrina Völz

Termin:
 wöchentlich | Donnerstag | 14:15 - 17:45 | 13.10.2025 - 30.01.2026 | C 6.026 Seminarraum

Inhalt: Will you write your bachelor thesis in English and are not quite sure if you're ready? Will you need to write an assignment or essay in English for one of your classes this semester? Do you want to become proficient with AI-based and/or digital tools in English? If you answered yes to any of those questions, then you may want to take this class. Just as students need to know the fundamentals of math to use the calculator properly, academics need certain skills to make the most out of a seemingly unending amount of AI-driven writing tools. In this class, we'll explore the fundamentals of academic writing and the possibilities of digital and/or AI-driven tools. Further topics include recognizing quality writing, including producing knock-out introductions and conclusions, making the most of citations, examining personal bias and positionality (how one's identity affects their writing and research), and critically revising one's own work. Finally, we'll also take a closer look at matters of style and creative language use. Participants will work on and discuss many writing activities in class. At the same time, due to the heterogeneity of seminar participants, the instructor will assist students in developing their own writing styles and mentor them individually. Those who are willing to put the time and effort into the class should notice a great improvement in their confidence and writing skills. The first hour of the seminar is devoted to writing practice and the themes mentioned in the content section. During the second hour of the seminar, students have the opportunity to take advantage of language coaching and materials chosen by course participants.