Spanish Minor Requirements

Prerequisite: SPA-0201 or permission of the instructor (POI).

This is a foundation course designed to introduce students to literary analysis in Spanish and to develop cultural and literary history background. Written and oral practice of Spanish through compositions and class discussion, on literary selections representing major genres and periods in Spanish and Spanish-American literature.

Offered every other fall/spring semester. (3 Credits)

This course traces the development and evolution of the Spanish nation from prehistoric times to the 18th century. The geography, history, and arts of Spain are studied through class discussion, video activities, compositions, and presentations. Field trip or activity outside of the classroom.

Offered fall/spring semester. (3 Credits)

Prerequisite: SPA-0301

A study of the cultural, social, and political development of Latin America as well as significant aspects of current life and culture in three representative countries. Class discussion, video activities, compositions, and presentations. Field trip or activity outside of the classroom.

Offered every other year. (3 Credits)

Prerequisite: None

An introduction to a practical, everyday beginning language experience and to the Spanishspeaking cultures. Emphasis in acquiring the basic skills of speaking, listening, reading, and writing.

Offered fall/spring semester. (3 Credits)

Prerequisite: SPA 0100 or placement exam.

A continuing emphasis on practical use of language and acquaintance with Spanish-speaking cultures.

Offered fall/spring semester. (3 Credits)

Prerequisite: SPA 0101 or placement exam.

This is a course for the student with some study of Spanish within the previous years. Intense review and introduction of more complex grammatical constructions, development of listening and speaking skills in practical everyday situations. Partially fulfills the Global Awareness/Foreign Language requirement in the Undergraduate College’s General Education program. This course is not for the heritage speakers.

Offered fall/spring semester. (3 Credits)

Prerequisite: SPA 0101 or placement exam.

This is a course for the student with some study of Spanish within the two previous years. Development of listening and speaking skills in practical, everyday situations. Review and improvement of grammar. Audiovisual support materials.

Offered fall semester. (3 Credits)

Prerequisite: SPA 0200 or placement exam.

A continuing emphasis on practical use of language in everyday situations and improvement of grammar control. Enrichment of vocabulary, reading proficiency, and knowledge of the Spanish-speaking cultures through songs and short selections of fiction on the Spanish-speaking civilizations.

Offered spring semester. (3 Credits)

Prerequisite: Sophomore standing and above.

An opportunity to combine travel and intensive language practice in a Spanish-speaking country. The experience includes a pre-departure orientation and reentry session on campus, a stay of two weeks in the country selected by the Spanish coordinator. Students take classes according to their language abilities.

Offered summer semester. (3 Credits)

Prerequisite: SPA 202 registered students.

This course is an examination of Spain’s diverse cultural aspects from its early period to current times. A study of history, art, culture; as well as significant aspects of their current life and traditions. Participants are required to attend all site visits and other schedule activities while abroad, and a written paper on a topic selected by the student and researched while abroad.

Offered summer semester. (3 Credits)

Prerequisite: SPA 0201 or placement exam.

Class discussion, panels, and debates on current social or cultural topics, chosen by the students. Vocabulary activities. Review of basic grammar. Integration of activities outside of the classroom.

Offered fall semester. (3 Credits)

Prerequisite: SPA 0301

A course providing guided composition activities on different kinds of written messages as well as grammar activities needed for articulate communication both oral and written. Integration of one or more activities outside of the classroom.

Offered every third year. (3 Credits)

Prerequisite: SPA 0301

An advanced language course providing the students with the opportunity to prepare presentations on topics of their interest. Theater reading, debates, grammar activities

Offered every other year. (3 Credits)

Prerequisite: SPA 0201 or placement exam.

Class discussion, panels and debates on current social or cultural topics, chosen by the students. Vocabulary activities. Review of basic grammar. Integration of activities outside of the classroom.

Offered fall semester. (3 Credits)

Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor (POI).

Specifically designed for students from Spanish-speaking background. Intensive work on reading, speaking and writing. Literacy development and immersion in Spanish language with emphasis on grammar and vocabulary.

Offered fall/spring semester. (3 Credits)

Prerequisite: None

THE RISE AND DECLINE OF THE REVOLUTION: THE COLD WAR FROM THE CUBAN PERSPECTIVE

This course examines the rise and decline of the Cuban revolution. Taking a historical approach, students will focus on the most important internal and international events that shaped the foreign relations of the Cuban revolutionary government. The Cold War altered Latin Americans’ relationship with United States of America , and the region became a battleground of competing ideological systems—capitalism vs. communism. The course describes how Castro manipulated the ideological struggle between two different interpretations of the communist doctrine (Soviet Union vs. China) for his own benefit. A juggling game played to obtain soviet support while trying to keep the appearance of a position of political and ideological independence. In this interplay Latin-America was used as a pawn in his political game, Marxist Guerrilla’s sprouted all over the region with Cuban support, and indirectly the Soviet Union. The course covers almost a decade of Cuban affairs, 1959-1968.

Offered every other year. (3 Credits)

Prerequisite: SPA 0300

A study in the representation of women in several major Spanish works: epic poetry, romance, and contemporary narratives. Taught in English, using texts in English translation (see FLL0310). Students can earn credit toward major or minor when doing all coursework in Spanish.

Offered as needed. (3 Credits)

Prerequisite: SPA 0300 or Permission Of Instructor (POI).

A reading, analysis, and discussion of works of outstanding authors from the schools of Lope de Vega and Calderon. The influence of social and didactic themes of the period, originality and creativity of the playwrights.

Offered as needed. (3 Credits)

Prerequisite: SPA 0300 or Permission Of Instructor (POI).

A study of the main literary movements of the century through analysis of the most representative authors of the time.

Offered as needed. (3 Credits)

Prerequisite: SPA 0300 or Permission Of Instructor (POI).

A study of world -famous narrative works’, writers, and their contemporary narrative techniques with reflections on the search for national and continental identity of SpanishAmerican essay and analysis and discussion of texts. Emphasis on novel, short story, or essay. Required for majors.

Offered as needed. (3 Credits)

Prerequisite: None

Arranged on an individual basis.

Offered as needed. (1-3 Credits)

Prerequisite: Junior or senior status or Permission Of Instructor (POI).

A discussion of selected topics and their impact on the development of Spanish civilization. Critical reading and structured discussion; individual research and oral presentations; audiovisual support materials.

Offered as needed. (3 Credits)

Prerequisite: Junior or senior status or Permission Of Instructor (POI).

A seminar study of advanced literary topics through close textual analysis and extensive critical reading with weekly structured discussion. Individual research and oral presentations.

Offered as needed. (3 Credits)