Unless otherwise specified, all courses will be taught in Spanish.
318-10100 - - - Elementary Spanish I - - - HU LA 3a, g
Beginning course. Practice in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing simple idiomatic Spanish with special attention to Spanish culture. Emphasizes participation and self-expression. Open to students with no previous Spanish or by placement examination. 3 credits. (F-S,Y)
318-10200 - - - Elementary Spanish II - - - HU LA 3a, g
Continuation of 318-10100. Limited to students who have successfully completed 318-10100 with a grade of C- or better or by placement examination. Prerequisites: 318-10100 or equivalent. 3 credits. (F-S,Y)
318-20100 - - - Intermediate Spanish I - - - HU LA 3a, g
Develops intermediate-level proficiency in speaking, listening, reading, and writing Spanish. Special emphasis is given to Spanish culture. Prerequisites: 318-10200 with a grade of C- or better. 3 credits. (F-S,Y)
318-20200 - - - Intermediate Spanish II - - - HU LA 3a, g
Continuation of 318-20100. Develops intermediate-level proficiency in speaking, listening, reading, and writing Spanish. Special emphasis is given to Spanish culture. Prerequisites: 318-20100 with a grade of C- or better. 3 credits. (F-S,Y)
318-24100 - - - Spanish Civilization and Culture - - - HU LA 1b, h, g
Cultural exploration of Spain from its prehistory to the present. Topics include people, geography, politics, economy, literature, sciences, music, visual arts, gastronomy, and patterns of daily life. Prerequisites: 318-20200. 3 credits. (S,Y)
318-24300 - - - Latin American Civilization and Culture - - - HU LA 1b, h, g
An exploration of the people and cultures of the Caribbean, Central America, and South America, and their influence in the United States. Traces the development of these regions from preconquest cultures to contemporary liberation struggles, while addressing ethnicity, gender, religion, class, and the arts. Prerequisites: 318-20200. 3 credits. (F,Y)
318-26600 - - - Spanish/Latin American Literature in Translation - - - HU LA
A study of one or more principal works of major Spanish and/or Latin American writers. Taught in English. Prerequisites: Sophomore standing and one course in the humanities. 3 credits. (IRR)
318-29900 - - - Independent Study - - - U LA
Individual research, study, and/or writing on particular topics, supervised by a member of the department. Offered on demand only. Prerequisites: Permission of instructor and chairperson. 1-3 credits. (IRR)
318-32100 - - - Advanced Spanish Grammar and Composition - - - HU LA
Development of complex grammatical, semantic, and syntactical skills through writing and correction, and by examining different examples of written and spoken Spanish (both literary and nonliterary). Students will develop a sense of the writing process as an interaction between writer and reader, purpose and message. Prerequisites: 318-20200 with a grade of C- or better or equivalent. 3 credits. (F-S,Y)
318-32200 - - - Reading and Analysis of Literary Texts - - - HU LA
Provides students with essential vocabulary for critical literary analysis and introduces them to four literary genres (poetry, drama, fiction, essay) through representative readings from both Spanish and Latin American literatures. Teaches students to read literature and write about it from an analytical perspective. Prerequisites: 318-32100. 3 credits. (F-S,Y)
318-32300 - - - Conversation I: Contemporary Issues - - - HU LA 3a, g
Focuses on contemporary issues to develop students' speaking skills. Readings-based discussions, both literary and nonliterary, include ethical and moral issues, politics, youth culture, and technology and society. Prerequisites: 318-20200 with a grade of C- or better. 3 credits. (F-S,Y)
318-32400 - - - Conversation II: The Spanish-Speaking World - - - HU LA 3a, g
Focuses on issues specific to the Spanish-speaking world to improve students' speaking skills. Readings-based topics, both literary and nonliterary, include Hispanic presence in the U.S., bilingual education, and language and cultural influences. Prerequisites: 318-32300. 3 credits. (F-S,Y)
318-33200 - - - Advanced Business/Professional Spanish - - - HU LA
Practice in speaking, reading, and writing Spanish with emphasis on business-oriented concepts and materials. Prerequisites: Either 318-32100 or 318-32200; and either 318-32300 or 318-32400. 3 credits. (S,O)
318-33700 - - - Introduction to Spanish Literature - - - HU LA 3a, g
A study of the themes and techniques of Spanish literature from the Middle Ages to the present. Prerequisites: 318-32200 and 318-32300, or by placement examination. 3 credits. (F,Y)
318-33800 - - - Introduction to Latin American Literature - - - HU LA 3a, g
A study of the themes and techniques of Latin American literature from the colonial period to the present. Prerequisites: 318-32200 and 318-32300, or by placement examination. 3 credits (S,Y)
318-35000 - - - The Art of Translation: Spanish to English, English to Spanish - - - HU LA
Further study of the Spanish language through the art of translation. Students develop skills in English/Spanish and Spanish/English translation using a variety of texts (letters, literary selections, journalism, advertisement, and "how to" material). A close reading of the material translated helps the student focus on the nuances of each language and intercultural differences. Prerequisites: 318-32100. 3 credits. (IRR)
318-35400 - - - Cervantes - - - HU LA
A study of Don Quijote and a selected group of novelas ejemplares (short stories) and plays, with particular reference to Cervantes's unique contribution to the modern novel and world literature. This course is offered in a four-year cycle with 318-35500, 318-35600, and 318-35700. Prerequisites: 318-33700 or 318-33800. 3 credits. (IRR)
318-35500 - - - Golden Age Drama - - - HU LA
The drama of Spain's Golden Age --- the Renaissance and the baroque period --- is one of the greatest achievements of world literature. We examine Spain's national drama, its precepts, and its literary tradition created by Lope de Vega and continued for more than 100 years, from 1580 to 1700. by other playwrights such as Calderón, Tirso, and Alarcón. Offered in a four-year cycle with 318-35400, 318-35600, and 318-35700. Prerequisites: 318-33700 or 318-33800. 3 credits. (IRR)
318-35600 - - - Golden Age Poetry - - - HU LA
The poetry of Spain's golden age --- the Renaissance and baroque periods --- is one of the greatest achievements of world literature. We examine the Italianate poetry of Garcilaso de la Vega, his followers, and the development of lyrical poetry by other poets of the periods such as Fray Luis de Léon, Lope de Vega, Francisco de Quevedo, and San Juan de la Cruz. Offered in a four-year cycle with 318-35400, 318-35500, and 318-35700. Prerequisites: 318-33700 or 318-33800. 3 credits. (IRR)
318-35700 - - - Golden Age Prose - - - HU LA
The prose of Spain's Golden Age --- the Renaissance and the baroque period --- is one of the greatest achievements of world literature. We examine the origin and development of the picaresque novel, the pastoral novel, and short stories. Offered in a four-year cycle with 318-35400, 318-35500, and 318-35600. Prerequisites: 318-33700 or 318-33800. 3 credits. (IRR)
318-36100 - - - Medieval Spanish Literature - - - HU LA
Study of representative texts of medieval Spain such as Poema de Mio Cid, Libro de Buen Amor, and La Celestina. Examines the co-existence of Christians, Jews, and Moslems, and their contributions to the development of Western civilization. Prerequisites: 318-33700 or 318-33800. 3 credits. (S,E)
318-36300 - - - Nineteenth-Century Spanish Literature - - - HU LA 3a, g
Study of representative works of naturalism, realism, and romanticism. Typical authors include Pardo Bazán, Galdós, and Rosalía de Castro. Prerequisites: 318-33700 or 318-33800. 3 credits. (IRR)
318-36400 - - - Twentieth-Century Spanish Literature - - - HU LA 3a, g
Studies fiction, poetry, drama, and essays of 20th-century Spain. Connections are made between this literature and the history, culture, politics, and art forms of the period through linguistic and textual analysis. Readings include texts from the generación del '98 to the post-Franco era. Prerequisites: 318-33700 or 318-33800. 3 credits. (IRR)
318-37100 - - - Latin American Fiction - - - HU LA 3a, g
Traces the development of a particular Latin American voice through the readings of representative contemporary short stories and novels. Readings may include works by Martí, Azuela, Borges, Fuentes, Cortázar, García Márquez, Allende, and Ferré. Offered in a four-year cycle with 318-37200, 318-37300, and 318-37400. Prerequisites: 318-33700 or 318-33800. 3 credits. (IRR)
318-37200 - - - Latin American Poetry and Drama - - - HU LA 3a, g
Familiarizes the student with the writings of major Latin American poets from the colonial period to the present and with the works of contemporary Latin American dramatists. Offered in a four-year cycle with 318-37100, 318-37300, and 318-37400. Prerequisites: 318-33700 or 318-33800. 3 credits. (IRR)
318-37300 - - - Modernismo - - - HU LA
Analysis of the poetical and prose work of Modernismo (1888-1910), Latin America's first authentic literary movement. Emphasis given to the study of the new aesthetics and to the desire of Latin America's writers to affirm a new cultural identity. Readings include selections from Martí, Casals, Darío, Silva, Lugones, and Rodó. Offered in a four-year cycle with 318-37100, 318-37200, and 318-37400. Prerequisites: 318-33700 or 318-33800. 3 credits. (IRR)
318-37400 - - - Topics in Latin American Literature - - - HU LA 3a, g
Studies literary themes within Latin American literature (e.g., the conquest and the colonial experience; Latin America's search for identity; the novel of the land; the dictator in Latin American fiction; revolution and fiction) and explores the relationship between Latin American fiction and reality. Offered in a four-year cycle with 318-37100, 318-37200, and 37300. May be repeated for a total of six credits if content is different. Prerequisites: 318-33700 or 318-33800. 3 credits. (IRR)
318-39900 - - - Independent Study - - - U LA
Individual research, study, and/or writing on particular topics, supervised by a member of the department. Offered on demand only. Prerequisites: 318-32200 or 318-32300, or equivalent and permission of instructor and chairperson. 1-3 credits. (IRR)
318-49100 - - - Seminar - - - HU LA
Study of selected topics in Spanish and/or Latin American literature and/or culture. Prerequisites: A minimum of two Spanish literature courses numbered 318-33700 or above. May be repeated for a total of six credits if content is different. 3 credits. (F-S,Y)
318-49900 - - - Honors Research - - - U LA
Individual research, study, and writing on particular topics, supervised by a member of the department and presented before a departmental committee. For students who meet the honors criteria as described in the undergraduate catalog. 3 credits. (IRR)
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