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Undergraduate Spanish

2025 Fall 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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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 LATIN AMERICA I

SPANISH 333

Introductory-level study of representative 19th and 20th Century literary texts of Latin-America with an emphasis on vocabulary acquisition.

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SPANISH CIVILIZATION

SPANISH 350

Study of the political, social, intellectual, artistic and literary development of Spain and Hispanic areas from remote times to the present day.

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SPANISH FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONS

SPANISH 371

This course is a Spanish language course geared toward individuals studying or working in health-related areas.The course is devoted to the study of medical Spanish terminology and the cultural issues related to successful interactions with Spanish-speaking patients and their families in the clinical encounter. It will introduce the student to a wide array of vocabulary particular to the medical field, as well as help the student develop a cultural understanding of medicine and illness in the Spanish-speaking world to prepare for potential work with Spanish-speaking patients in future careers in medicine, nursing, social work, translation/interpretation, or mental health settings.

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INTRODUCTION TO LEGAL SPANISH & THE HISPANIC COMMUNITY

SPANISH 372

This course reinforces the student's Spanish skills while focusing on many different aspects of working with the Hispanic community that relate to the law. The class will cover a broad mix of legal contexts, while building the student's practical legal terminology and written oral communication skills. In addition, emphasis will be placed on cultural issues that may affect successful interaction with Spanish-speaking individuals and families faced with matters concerning the law.

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SPANISH FOR EDUCATORS

SPANISH 373

A bilingual course for individuals studying or working in education. It focuses on the development of communication skills and field-specific terminology, an understanding of cultural systems and approaches to education, and the cultural competency necessary for future educators to partner with Latinx/e/a/o students and their families to support academic success. It explores linguistic components to help educators communicate with their students and families, while employing a social justice lens to examine the cultural, systemic, and historical factors that play a role in our educational system. It includes a community-based learning component that allows students to engage directly with ELLs.

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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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SPANISH CLASSICS

SPANISH 481

Topics alternate: 1) Don Quixote, 2) Golden Age drama, 3) Golden Age prose. Repeatable with change of topic.

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TRAVEL STUDY

SPANISH 491

Variable topics. Faculty-led courses abroad.