1101, 1102 Elementary Spanish

The acquisition of oral/aural skills through intensive exposure to Spanish used both as the medium of communication and the object of study.  It enables students to express their daily experiences accurately in spoken and written Spanish, and to understand communications of a moderate level of difficulty.  These courses satisfy the Basic Liberal Arts requirement for Forgien Language. 

1103 Elementary Spanish for Advanced Beginners

A review of basic grammar and the introduction of more advanced grammar, together with the acquisition of oral/aural skills that allow communication in Spanish in everyday contexts.  This course encompasses material presented in SPA 1101 and 1102.  It satisfies a Foreign Language requirement. 

1125 Studies in Hispanic Literature in English Translation

Spanish and Spanish-American literature in translation.  The topic changes each year.  This course satisfies a Humanities requirement.  Cross-listed with Comparative Literature 1125. 

1131 Cultural History of Spain

A study of diverse aspects of the culture and history of Spain and the contributions of Hispanic culture to Western Society.  This course is taught in English. 

1151 (FR) Hispanic Novels to Films

A study of screen adaptations of 20th-century narratives from Spain and Latin America.  Readings are in English translation.  This course will provide insights into the Hispanic world as well as the aesthetics of screen adaptation.  This course is taught in English.  It satisfies a Humanities requirement.   

2211, 2212 The Hispanic World: Language and Society

Practice in oral and written Spanish while analyzing the social elements and cultural expressions of the Hispanic world.  Prerequisite:  Spanish 1102 or the equivalent.  It satisfies a Foreign Language requirement. 

2223 Cultural History of Latin America

Historical and contemporary culture of Latin America.  This course is taught in English.  It satisfies a Global Perspective and/or Humanities requirement.  Cross-listed with Cross Cultural Studies 2223 and History 2223. 

2224 Composition & Conversation I

An opportunity to improve speaking and writing skills in Spanish.  This course will include grammar review and specific vocabulary.  Prerequisite:  Spanish 2212 or permission of the instructor.  It satisfies a Foreign Language requirement. 

3305 Introduction to Literary Analysis

Critical methodology and vocabulary to do textual analysis in different literary genres.  This course will familiarize students with major representative works of Spanish and Spanish American Literature.  Prerequisite:  Spanish 2224 or permission of the instructor.  This course satisfies a Foreign Language and/or Humanities requirement. 

3306 Spanish Literature I

A chronological study of Spanish literature.  Students will become familiar with the most important writers of the period.  Prerequisite:  Spanish 3305 or permission of instructor. This course satisfies a Foreign Language and/or Humanities requirement. 

3307 Spanish Literature II

The second half of a chronological study of Spanish literature.  Students will become familiar with the most important writers of the period.  Prerequisite:  Spanish 3306 or permission of instructor. This course satisfies a Foreign Language and/or Humanities requirement.

3308 Spanish American Literature

The first half of a chronological study of Latin American literature.  Students will become familiar with the most important writers of the period.  Prerequisite:  Spanish 3305 or permission of instructor. This course satisfies a Foreign Language and/or Humanities requirement.

3310 Advanced Studies in Spanish

A course designed for upper-class Spanish majors with a different topic dealing with aspects of the Hispanic literature or culture each semester.  See course offerings under Spanish 4410.  Prerequisite:  Spanish 3305. 

3320 Spanish/English Translation

Practice in the art of rendering a text from one language to another using both literary and non-literary sources.  Prerequisite:  Spanish 2212 or permission of the instructor. 

3324 Composition & Converstaion II

An opportunity to improve speaking and writing skills prior to entering advanced level classes in Spanish.  This course will review finer points of grammar at advanced level.  Prerequisite:  Spanish 2224 or permission of the instructor.  This course satisfies a Foreign Language requirement. 

4410 Advanced Studies in Spanish

A course designed for upper-class Spanish majors with a different topic dealing with aspects of the Hispanic literature or culture each semester.  Course offerings include:  Literatura medival española; Teatro del Siglo de Oro; Cervantes; La Generación del 98; Teatro español del siglo XX; Novela/Cine de España; Literatura latinoamericana contemporánea.  Prerequisite: Spanish 3301. 

2265; 3365; 4465 Special Topics in Spanish

The study of a selected topic in the discipline.  Different topics are chosen for each offering, based on students' interests and needs.  This course satisfies a Foreign Language requirement. 

2295; 3395; 4495 Internships in Spanish

Supervised field experiences in appropriate settings, usually off-campus, designed to assist students in acquiring and using skills and knowledge of the discipline unique to the selected topic. 

2298; 3398; 4498 Independent Studies in Spanish

Directed study planned and conducted with reference to the needs of those students who are candidates for departmental honors.  Qualified students who are not candidates for such honors but who desire to do independent studies are also admitted with permission of the Department.