The Spanish program provides students with proficiency in the four basic skills—listening, speaking, reading, and writing—and gives them a deeper understanding of Hispanic culture and literature. It aims to prepare Spanish majors for graduate studies, teaching and also to broaden their opportunities in career areas such as translation and interpretation, diplomatic service, international business and industry, social welfare, law, allied health professions, communications and services, among other industries. Students are placed in Spanish classes according to their level of proficiency. The Spanish program offers two specializations: Language and Literature, and Translation and Interpretation. Internships (SPA-499) are available as a 3 or 6 credit option. Up to 6 credits in Spanish at the 200 level will be granted for the Spanish major and minor to students passing the language and/or literature Advancement Placement examination with a score of four or more. The minimum grade of C is required in all major and minor courses.
Spanish (BA) Curriculum
Courses
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Introduction to Spanish as a spoken and written language; conversation, with emphasis on a practical vocabulary and accurate pronunciation; reading and writing with progressive grammatical and cultural explanations. Language lab attendance required.
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Lower division special topic course. Content to be determined each semester by the Department as requested by faculty and/or students to fill specified needs or interests.
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Intensive oral and written review of Spanish pronunciation and grammatical patterns, as well as reading, writing and culture. Language lab attendance required. Prerequisite: SPA 102 or equivalent.
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Content to be determined each semester by the Department as requested by faculty and/or students to fill specified needs or interests.
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Focus on the intensive study of the written and spoken language. Practice of advanced skills will be provided to facilitate spontaneity of expression
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Development of speaking skills. Prepared and extemporaneous dialogues, reports, skits on real-life situations, and other projects. For non-heritage speakers. Prerequisite: SPA 204 or equivalent.
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Focus on developing skills for complex reading and systematic analysis of different kinds of texts, including literary and nonliterary written texts, and audiovisual materials.
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Through major readings and the production of a personal portfolio of different written texts, this course aims to improve students’ Spanish grammar, vocabulary, and writing skills.
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Introduction to the correct use of the Spanish language as a tool for international trade. Emphasis placed on commercial terminology, documentation and correspondence. Areas such as advertising, foreign trade, transportation, banking, and finance will also be investigated in this course.
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Introduction to comparative and contrastive analysis of Spanish and English with an overview of the history of the Spanish language. This course is required for students of translation and interpretation and for those who plan a career in language teaching.
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Emphasis on basic principles of translation. Techniques and resources for professional translation.
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Emphasis on basic principles of interpretation. Techniques and resources for professional interpretation.
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Survey of the life and culture of the Spanish people.
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Survey of the life and culture of the Hispanic-American peoples.
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Historical survey of Literature from Spain from its origins to the end of 18th century. Representative works of each period.
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Historical survey of Literature from Spain-19th and 20th century. Representative works of each period.
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Opportunity for extensive research in areas of special interest to the student. Prerequisite: Approval of Department Chair and Dean.
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Historical survey of Hispanic-American literature from the pre-Hispanic period to the end of 19th century. Repetitive works of each period.
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Historical survey of Hispanic-American literature from the 20th century. Repetitive works of each period.
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Selected readings, discussion, and analysis of major Hispanic-American novels.
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Advanced methods and tools for professional translating. Prerequisite: SPA 325 or equivalent.
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Advanced methods and tools for professional interpreting. Prerequisite: SPA 326 or equivalent.
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Selected readings, discussions, and analysis of the works of the principal writers of the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries.
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Selections from the poetry, prose, and drama of the twentieth century.
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Selected readings, discussions, and analysis of the principal trends and authors of Hispanic-American contemporary fiction.
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A study of the interrelations of literature with the other liberal arts.
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Practical experience within a professional setting. Prerequisite: Senior status (90+ credit hours); 2.5 overall G.P.A.; all paperwork must be completed before the end of the semester preceding the internship. Prior approval of Department Chair and Dean required.