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Undergraduate Spanish

2025 Spring Term

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BEGINNING SPANISH I

SPANISH 141

An elementary course with oral emphasis. Grammar, reading, writing, conversation.

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BEGINNING SPANISH II

SPANISH 142

Continuation of SPANISH 141.

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INTERMEDIATE SPANISH I

SPANISH 251

Grammar review, reading, oral and written exercises. Conversation.

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INTERMEDIATE SPANISH II

SPANISH 252

Continuation of SPANISH 251. Grammar review, reading, oral and written exercises. Conversation.

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LATIN AMERICAN HISTORY AND CULTURE THROUGH FILM AND OTHER MEDIA

SPANISH 260

This course is for students interested in learning about the history and culture of Latin America through film and other media. It focuses on the development of students' receptive and expressive language skills, as well as an in-depth study of the specific historical and cultural contexts pertinent to each film. Students will develop a deeper understanding of the history and culture of various regions of Latin America, while expanding their ability to communicate complex thoughts, ideas, and concepts in both written and spoken Spanish. The course is taught in Spanish, but films may also contain English and Indigenous languages.

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SPANISH PHONETICS

SPANISH 310

A study of the elements of speech sounds, the application of sounds to understanding and speaking, with emphasis on oral practice.

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ADVANCED SPANISH LANGUAGE STUDY I

SPANISH 321

A thorough study of the structure of the language. Practical application through conversation and composition.

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ADVANCED SPANISH LANGUAGE STUDY II

SPANISH 322

Continuation of SPANISH 321.

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SPANISH FOR SPANISH SPEAKERS

SPANISH 325

The course presents students with the opportunity to analyze and develop their sociolinguistic skills as bilingual and bicultural speakers of Spanish and English. Students enhance their verbal, written, listening and reading skills in Spanish. It also offers the exploration of topics pertaining to the linguistic and cultural identity of Spanish speakers in the United States.

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WRITING FOR SPANISH SPEAKERS

SPANISH 326

This is a writing course designed for heritage speakers of Spanish. The goal of this course is to develop competence in writing skills through the reading and writing of different types of texts. Students will write practical, personal texts and argumentative texts. They will build confidence and skill in writing in Spanish so that they are prepared for advanced Spanish classes that require writing skills. The methodology for this course is based on the Critical Sociocultural Linguistic Literacy approach. Students will reflect on how language conveys denotative, connotative and social meaning when they write different texts for a specific audience.

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INTRODUCTION TO THE LITERATURE OF SPAIN II

SPANISH 332

Introductory-level study of representative 20th Century literary texts of Spain. Emphasis on vocabulary acquisition.

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SPANISH AMERICAN CIVILIZATION

SPANISH 360

An introduction to the geography, history, literature, sociology, economics and political life of Spanish America.

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SPANISH FOR BUSINESS

SPANISH 370

A course for those students who plan to use or may need to use their proficiency in Spanish in a business career. This course provides an introduction to concepts and terminology associated with doing business in Spanish-speaking countries or with the Hispanic community in this country; affords practice in employing those concepts and terminology in the oral, reading and writing skills; and offers a brief overview of the culture and structure of the Hispanic business world.

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SPANISH IN THE UNITED STATES

SPANISH 380

This course provides a critical overview of the Spanish language in the United States, looking into the intersection of history, politics, economics, race, language, and culture. The examination of constructed narratives, linguistic ideologies, and stereotypes surrounding the use of Spanish in American society and mass media is central to this class. Also, the analysis of Spanglish as a result of language contact (Spanish-English) focuses on sociolinguistic features and sociopragmatic use by Latinx speakers in bilingual communities.

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SPANISH CONVERSATION

SPANISH 390

Designed to maintain and increase oral fluency in Spanish. Emphasis on spontaneous use of the language. Repeatable three times for a maximum of 6 credits in major/degree.

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SURVEY OF SPANISH AMERICAN LITERATURE

SPANISH 454

General survey of main developments, works and authors of the literature from 1888 until the present time.

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INTERNSHIP IN SPANISH

SPANISH 493

Internships are available in business, government or social service agencies for suitably prepared students wishing to pursue a career that involves foreign languages. Repeatable. Satisfactory/No Credit Grade Basis Only.

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INDEPENDENT STUDY

SPANISH 498

Study of a selected topic or topics under the direction of a faculty member. Repeatable for a maximum of 6 credits in major/degree.