Pre-college, First-Years, and Sophomores
Learn about the field and study of Comparative Literature and Translations at Barnard.
Comparative Literature & Translation Studies
Program Planning
Join us for our
Program Planning Meeting
Meet with faculty to discuss our major and minor,
as well as our Spring 2025 courses
Tuesday, November 12th
12:00-1:00pm
Diana 308
Pizza will be served!
What is Comparative Literature?
Comparative literature is dedicated to the study of literature in an international and interdisciplinary context. Majors read widely across periods, genres, and national traditions. They study literature and culture from various parts of the world to develop knowledge and critical understanding of how cultures differ from as well as connect and interact with one another through the medium of artistic expression.
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Contact Us
Department Assistant
Sondra Phifer
sphifer@barnard.edu
212-854-8312
Mailing Address
Comparative Literature & Translation Studies
320 Milbank Hall
3009 Broadway
New York, NY 10027