Spanish (SPAN)

The fundamentals of Spanish through listening, speaking, reading and writing. Practice in pronunciation and development of comprehension.

This is the second course in the progress of learning the fundamentals of Spanish through listening, speaking, reading and writing. Practice in pronunciation and development of comprehension.

This course teaches students basic communication skills and cultural competence needed for studying, traveling or working in a Spanish-speaking country. Students will practice typical communicative contexts using authentic materials and gain insight into the real-life situations of Spanish speakers. This course has no prerequisite and is designed for those who have had little or no previous experience with Spanish. It does not count towards the Spanish major or minor or fulfill the B.A. language requirement. Instruction is in Spanish and English.

The fundamentals of Spanish through listening, speaking, reading and writing. The course is the equivalent of SPAN 101-SPAN 102.

The fundamentals of Spanish through listening, speaking, reading and writing. The course is the equivalent of SPAN 231-SPAN 232.

A thorough review of grammar, vocabulary building, conversation, composition and reading.

A thorough review of grammar, vocabulary building, conversation, composition and reading.

This advanced communication and culture course is designed to bridge basic language study with upper-level coursework in the Spanish language and culture. It is intended for students who have begun to develop advanced skills in interpretive, interpersonal and presentational communication and are interested in delving deeper into the study of Spanish-speaking countries, their histories and their cultures. Instruction is in Spanish.

This class examines popular culture in Spanish-speaking cultures in a variety of forms and media: history, politics, literature, sport, music, cinema, fashion, comics and media. By focusing on pop culture and different media, this course teaches the critical analysis of textual and visual imagery in their historical and cultural context. Students will be able to learn the main pop culture references that are recognized nationally and internationally. Instruction is in Spanish.

Cross-cultural competence in social work requires a keen understanding of language and culturally sensitive interactions. This course provides specialized language education to increase cultural sensitivity with diverse Spanish-speaking populations and their corresponding environments. Instruction is in Spanish.

This course examines the history of Spanish culture and society from the Romans until the present. It offers a review of historical and contemporary figures. Instruction is in Spanish.

A history of Spanish culture and society from the Romans until nowadays. Review of historical and contemporary figures. Instruction is in Spanish.

This course studies the geographical, historical and cultural development of Latin America from pre-Columbian times to the present. Instruction is in Spanish.

This course will introduce students to the fundamental components of linguistics (phonology, morphology, syntax, pragmatics and semantics) using data from the Spanish language. The topics and approach of this course consider the social and dialectal varieties of Spanish and the change of Spanish over time, including the present use of Spanish in the United States. The course requires no previous knowledge of linguistics, but presupposes familiarity with Spanish at the 300 credit level or higher.

In this course students analyze the main grammatical differences between Spanish and English with the focus on producing accurate and idiomatic translations into both languages.

In this course, students will develop linguistic competencies required in translation, including reading comprehension, summary writing, text analysis and use of mono- and bilingual dictionaries. Students will learn some basic electronic tools and word processing skills for translators, and practice several types of translation, including direct translation, inverse translation and back translation. Instruction is in Spanish.

This course introduces students to Spanish linguistics, with special emphasis on Spanish phonetics. Students will engage with theoretical concepts and practical applications to understand the phonological structures and sounds that make up the Spanish language. Class activities and assignments aim to enhance overall language proficiency, including listening, reading, speaking and pronunciation skills. Instruction is in Spanish.

This Spanish course focuses on building proficiency in the language with an emphasis on oral and written expression to facilitate further study of the culture. Students will learn how to use the appropriate language in culturally specific contexts and develop intercultural competence. The course's essential question is "How do Spanish-speaking peoples communicate on subjects that are at the heart of their societies?" Instruction is in Spanish.

This course takes the place of SPAN 320 for the heritage speaker of Spanish (someone who has learned Spanish from family members and/or at home), with mostly oral (and not written) experience. It provides an opportunity for the student to expand their existing proficiency and to develop more formal language skills. Emphasis will be placed on reading, writing and presenting. Topics of current Latino issues will keep students interested and engaged.

This Spanish course introduces students to the regions or countries where the language is spoken, the features of the area, and the ways of life there. The course examines the identities, customs and events that influence the lives of people living in these culturally and linguistically defined areas and explores the diverse cultural landscapes that shape their lives. Instruction is in Spanish.

This course presents basic business and commercial Spanish vocabulary and terminology. It focuses on trade customs and commercial communication, including interviews, letter writing and simultaneous interpretation. Instruction is in Spanish.

This course presents basic business and commercial Spanish vocabulary and terminology. It focuses on trade customs and commercial communication, including interviews, letter writing and simultaneous interpretation. Instruction is in Spanish.

This course is designed to prepare students in literary analysis of the novel as well as short stories, poetry and drama. All necessary terminology will be studied. Instruction is in Spanish.

This course is designed to prepare students in literary analysis of the novel as well as short stories, poetry and drama. All necessary terminology will be studied. This course is mandatory for all Spanish majors before taking any other literature class. Instruction is in Spanish.

This course presents basic Spanish legal vocabulary and terminology. It emphasizes the practical application of the Spanish language in routine and high-risk law enforcement situations and explores cultural issues that are important for law enforcement personnel. Instruction is in Spanish.

This course focuses on the basic Spanish language and vocabulary required in the fields of medicine and health sciences. Students practice their oral Spanish skills in various simulated medical situations in preparation for future professional application in the medical environment. Instruction is in Spanish.

This course focuses on the basic Spanish language and vocabulary required in the fields of medicine and health sciences. Students practice their oral Spanish skills in various simulated medical situations in preparation for future professional application in the medical environment. Instruction is in Spanish.

In this course, students read and analyze representative short stories from Latin America. Students report on selected authors. Instruction is in Spanish.

Reading and analysis of representative short stories from Latin America. Student reports on selected authors. Instruction is in Spanish.

In this course, students study literary Spanish short stories from the Middle Ages to the present, including a selection of texts by prominent authors such as Don Juan Manuel, Cervantes, Alarcón, Bécquer, Zorrilla and Clarín. Instruction is in Spanish.

This is an advanced communication and culture course designed to bridge basic language study with upper-level coursework in Spanish literature and culture. It is intended for students who have begun to master advanced skills in interpretive, interpersonal and presentational communication and are interested in examining nuances of the Spanish language and Spanish-speaking cultures while studying abroad.

Discussions deal with topics of current interest. Instruction is in Spanish.

This course will study the present situation of Spanish in the United States, how Spanish has been shaped by social forces in the US and how Spanish, in turn, shapes these forces. Instruction is in Spanish.

This course will study the history, culture and society of Spain during the 20th and 21st centuries. Emphasis will be placed on the changes in Spain after Franco. Instruction in Spanish.

This course explores the heterogeneity of Latina/o/e/x identities and cultures through music from the 20th and 21st centuries. Study of Latina/o/e/x music will be framed by cultural studies through concepts such as hybridity, transculturation, border identities, cultural imperialism and colonialism. Instruction is in Spanish.

This course examines major Spanish writers who engaged with their nation's defeat in the 1898 Spanish-American War. Students will read, analyze and discuss works from Azorín, Pío Baroja, Valle-Inclán, Antonio Machado, Maeztu and Unamuno. This group of intellectuals varied in their writing styles but shared a broad commitment to the cultural and aesthetic renewal of Spain. Instruction is in Spanish.

In this course, students will read and analyze representatives of Latin American novelists of the 20th century. Students report on selected authors. Instruction is in Spanish.

This course provides an exploration of key artistic and literary works in Spain during the 20th century. Emphasis is placed on the intersection of Spanish history, society and culture, focusing on the Post War period, Franco's dictatorship (1939-75) and the role of historical memory in shaping both the artistic expressions and the collective consciousness of Spain. Instruction is in Spanish.

In this course, students will read and analyze representatives of Latin American poets. Students will report on selected authors. Instruction is in Spanish.

The purpose of this course is to acquaint students with historical periods in Spanish literature and culture through the study of key influential texts. Analyses of these texts (i.e. essays, novels, plays, films, paintings and comics) will be grounded in key political, scientific and artistic movements. Instruction is in Spanish.

This course offers a study of literary genres and their development through the Spanish Golden Age, culminating in Cervantes. This may include works by Cervantes or Fernando de Rojas. Instruction is in Spanish.

This course presents advanced business and commercial Spanish vocabulary and terminology. By focusing on topics such as the origin of business and companies, company constitution and organization, human resources, labor law and commercial law, marketing, products, services, and the sale of consumer goods, students compare the business environment of Latin America with that of the United States. Instruction is in Spanish.

This course discusses aspects of translation theory such as skopos, translation loss, translation gain and language bias. Students learn several translation strategies at the phrase and sentence levels and practice these strategies thoroughly before investigating terminology, terminology mining and terminology management. Instruction is in English and Spanish.

This course presents an overview of the interpreting profession. It introduces students to the main techniques they need to become competent interpreters in the various sectors of interpreting. Instruction is given in English and Spanish.

The course fulfills the program content standards, instructional methods standards and programmatic standards recommended by the National Council on Interpreting in Health Care's (NCIH) National Standards for Healthcare Interpreter Training Programs. The curriculum is designed to meet the examination requirements of both the NCIH and the Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters (CCIH) which administers a national certification program for all healthcare interpreters. The areas covered in the course include: basic concepts of medical interpreting; the Code of Ethics and National Standards; best practices that support the Code of Ethics and National Standards; understanding the role of culture and cultural competence in interpreting; identifying appropriate situations for advocacy and "cultural brokering;" building interpreter skills and knowledge (positioning, note-taking, memory use, etc.); and practicing the modes of interpretation: consecutive, simultaneous and sight translation/interpreting. The focus of the course is to build proficiency in the three modes of interpreting and to learn and apply the ethical standards of the profession in healthcare interpreted-mediated settings. Instruction is in Spanish.

The course will provide students with knowledge of the US legal system and the interpreting process. The areas covered include knowledge of the structure of the courts (federal and state systems), stages of the legal process (e.g., pre-trial proceedings, trials and post-trial proceedings), ethical principles and standards of professional conduct of interpreters, and the ability to apply this knowledge in practical case scenarios. Students will develop basic skills in the three modes of interpreting: simultaneous, consecutive and sight interpreting used in legal settings. Students will also learn basic note-taking skills for the enhancement of memory recall during consecutive interpretation. Instruction is in Spanish.

This course offers a study of a particular topic in Spanish literature. It may cover all or a specific Spanish literature genre. This course may be repeated if the content varies. Instruction is in Spanish.

Students will study a particular topic in the culture of Hispanic countries. This course may be repeated if the content varies. Instruction is in Spanish.

Students will study a particular topic in Spanish linguistics. Topics could include an introduction to Spanish sociolinguistics and psycholinguistics. This course may be repeated if the content varies. Instruction is in Spanish.

This course studies women in literature in the Hispanic world. The focus is on women authors, female characters in literature or both. The course may include works from Spain or Latin America from any time period. Students examine feminist literary criticism, canon formation and other critical topics. Emphasis may vary according to the instructor. Instruction is in Spanish.

This course focuses on refining Spanish language skills to facilitate further study of Spanish language and culture. To this end, the course will focus on studying of plays from various centuries and staging and performing selected scenes. Students will engage in improvisations and games with classmates to study all aspects of theater. Instruction is in Spanish.

This course studies the structure of the cinema and vocabulary related to film. The course will cover topics in Spain and Latin America. Instruction in Spanish.

This course provides future medical professionals with further practice in Spanish in the medical context. Students learn advanced medical vocabulary and anatomical terminology, develop their reading comprehension skills, and acquire greater fluency through student presentations and classroom discussions on the latest medical techniques and advances. Instruction is in Spanish.

This course enables students to acquire greater linguistic proficiency and cultural competence in the medical context through classroom discussions and reading comprehension. Students analyze how different kinds of inequalities (e.g., gender, racial, economic, etc.) affect health care in Latin American countries; examine popular and religious beliefs applied to medicine in Latin America; and research a medical challenge or success in a specific Latin American or Caribbean country. Instruction is in Spanish.

This course enables students to acquire greater linguistic proficiency and cultural competence in the medical context through classroom discussions and reading comprehension. Students analyze historical and contemporary medical discoveries and discuss medical protocols and practices in the Spanish medical system. Instruction is in Spanish.

In this course students learn about the health and language policies of the US for Spanish-speaking patients. Some of the topics that will be discussed are how language affects health, health policy in the United States, language concordance in healthcare, and the role of medical interpreters for the Latinx community health. Students will work in groups for a final project to develop an academic poster. Instruction is in Spanish and English.

This course explores the development of Latin American society in the business and economic contexts and investigates areas such as importation and exportation, the health and education systems, banking and financial institutions, agriculture, and the textile, fashion, wine, motion picture, music, and media industries. Instruction is in Spanish.

This course investigates several sectors of the Spanish economy, including the food industry, industrial port activity, importation and exportation, the petrochemical industry, the leisure industry, and the wine making industry. Students tour several important multinational companies in Salamanca, Spain, and attend presentations given in Spanish by staff of those companies. This course is taught in Salamanca, Spain. Instruction is in Spanish.

This course allows students an opportunity to complete independent studies under faculty supervision. Instruction is in Spanish.

A study of the art and architecture of Spain from medieval times through the present. Concentration on specific artists, as well as general movements in the history of Spanish art.

This course gives students the opportunity to practice the theoretical knowledge, linguistic skills and cross-cultural competencies learned in SPAN 330. With permission of the business Spanish minor coordinator, students work as volunteers or interns in the public service, private industry or business management sector, locally or abroad. Faculty-supervised course work required for completion: monthly reports (3), final paper (reflections/lessons learned) and presentation, and performance evaluation by agency or organization.

This course will provide students with experiential learning opportunities within the Hispanic field while participating in a study abroad program. The internship course is designed to provide practical experience in fields such as government, business, industry, health sciences, nursing, administration, education, translation, non-profit or the arts, where they can apply their language skills. Examples of internship work may include working for a company in the student's field of interest abroad, completing a translation project or working as an interpreter. A journal, internship report, research paper, reflection or evaluation from the internship provider is required. Credits earned correspond to the internship hours completed. This course may be applied as an elective in the Spanish major or minor.

This course will provide students with experiential learning opportunities within the Hispanic field. The internship course is designed to provide practical experience in fields such as government, business, industry, health sciences, administration, education, translation or the arts, where they can apply their language skills. Examples of internship work may include working for a company in the student's field of interest abroad; serving as a research assistant for a professor; completing a translation project or working as an interpreter. A journal, internship report, research paper, bibliography or evaluation from the internship provider is required. Credits earned correspond to the internship hours completed. Up to six credits may be applied as electives in the Spanish major or minor.