Studying basic elements of sentence structure, vocabulary, and pronunciation. Simple conversational Hupa and functional commands in Hupa language. Some reading and writing using the current Hupa writing system, but the emphasis of the course will be on listening and speaking. Hupa Language Dictionary by the Hoopa Valley Tribe, 1983. Hupa Texts by Pliny Goddard, 1904.
Attendance is mandatory.
If you have a doctor's appointment or other emergency situation, an excused absence will be granted. You must speak with the instructor to have an absence marked as excused. Unexcused absences will lower your grade. A total of two unexcused absences will result in a warning that you are in danger of being withdrawn from the class. A total of three unexcused absences will result in your being administratively withdrawn from the class.