We will begin with an inquiry into the nature and function of language as it defines man and allows him to "translate" his experience of being in the world to himself and others. For this we will examine and discuss a number of influential philosophical views on language. Next we will undertake an exercise in intersemiotic translation, from one artistic medium into another. Following this we will examine the diverse forms of "translations" within the same language, such as interpretations, reformulations and adaptations from one literary genre into another. The rest of the term will be devoted to the theory and praxis of translation between two different languages. Participants are asked to select a translation project of their own, suitable to their foreign language abilities and personal interest. We will read excerpts from the writings of Heidegger, Witgenstein, Benjamin, Jackobson, Chomsky, Lefevre, and Derrida.