Spanish

Span 101, 102 — First Year Spanish I and II 4, 4

An introduction for students who want to acquire the basics of language patterns for modern Spanish. These two courses should be taken in sequence and include Language Laboratory use of audio tapes and computer programs. Fall, Spring

Span 201, 202 — Second Year Spanish I and II 4, 4

For intermediate or second-year students. Review of first-year program to increase grammatical and conversational proficiency. Concentration on new structures and idiomatic expressions and includes Language Laboratory use of audio tapes and computer programs. Students who have had two years of high school Spanish should begin studies with this sequence. Prerequisite: Span 102 — First Year Spanish II or equivalent. Fall, Spring

Span 250 — Hispanic Civilization and Culture 2

An introduction to the diversity and complexity of the Hispanic world taught in English. Selected readings and videocassette presentations generate topics for discussion which include the cultural history of both Spain and the New World, universal themes demonstrated in Juan Rulfo's short stories, Hispanic current events, and contemporary culture. Spring

Span 321 — Advanced Spanish 4

A course aimed at third-year Spanish students which includes grammar review, vocabulary acquisition, reading skills enhancement, and an introduction to Hispanic literature. Prerequisite: Span 202 — Second Year Spanish II or equivalent. Fall

Span 425 — Hispanic Literature 4

Students read representative Hispanic literature dealing with universal themes in English translation. Includes authors such
as Garcia Marquez, Carlos Fuentes, Mario Vargas Llosa, and Jorge Luis Borges. Open to non-Spanish majors.

Span 440 — Senior Conversation and Composition 4

A situational approach to advanced writing and speaking. Students learn to discuss and develop current events and controversial topics in a critical manner. Prerequisite: 12 hours of Spanish or equivalent.

Span 494 — Independent Study in Spanish 1-3

Research project in Spanish, selected by the student and approved by the instructor.

Span 499 — Special Topics in Spanish 1-3

An in-depth study of some area of the culture, history, or literature of the Hispanic world. Prerequisites: Consent of the instructor.