African Studies Center

Wolof Courses


WOLO 401 [WOLO 101] Elementary Wolof I (3). Introduces the essential elements of Wolof structure, including present tense and commands, and vocabulary, with an emphasis on conversational skills. Also introduces the culture, artistic tradition and geography of Senegal.

WOLO 402 [WOLO 102] Elementary Wolof II (3). Prerequisite, WOLO 101/401. Continues introduction of conversational skills, building vocabulary and adding verb tenses. Also introduces Senegalese cinema and theater. Prepares students to travel to Senegal and enter in-country intermediate Wolof instruction.

WOLO 403 [WOLO 203] Intermediate Wolof III (3). Prerequisites, WOLO 101/401 and WOLO 102/402. This course continues conversational and written Wolof is especially appropriate for students planning to travel to Senegal. It will introduce students to Senegalese literature and proverbs.

WOLO 404 Intermediate Wolof IV (3). Prerequisites, WOLO 101/401, WOLO 102/402, and WOLO 203/403. This course continues conversational and written Wolof is especially appropriate for students planning to travel to Senegal. It will introduce students to Senegalese literature and proverbs.