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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
Faculty Study of contemporary Mexico, especially the European and indigenous influences, which have contributed to 20th century Mexican culture. SPAN-203 includes essential information on Mexican geography, history, politics, customs, society, literature, and the arts. Readings include the works of major Mexican writers. Class discussions in Spanish, guest speakers, Mexican Films. Must be taken concurrently with Spanish Summer Study Abroad (SPAN-200) when offered in Mexico. Prerequisite: SPAN-112 or permission of the instructor. Two semester hours. (H, L)
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8.00 Credits
Faculty An intensive review of Spanish grammar and further development of reading, writing and speaking skills in the language. Eight hours per week. Eight semester hours. (H, L)
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3.00 Credits
Faculty A chronological introduction to Spanish history, culture and civilization from its beginnings to the present time. Recommended for students planning to study in Spain. May be taken in place of SPAN-202. Prerequisite: SPAN-201 or permission of the instructor. Four hours per week. Four semester hours. (H, L)
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3.00 Credits
Dr. Cameron, Dr. de Arana , Dr. Biel Study of major literary works and genres of Spain from the Middle Ages through the 20th century with special attention given to the literature of the Golden Age, the Generation of 1898, and the post-Civil War period. Prerequisite: SPAN-202 or equivalent. Four hours per week. Four semester hours. (H, L)
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3.00 Credits
Dr. Nixon, Dr. Shuru, Dr. Biel Study of major trends in Latin American literature from the Colonial period through the 20th century with emphasis on Latin America's progress toward artistic and literary independence from European models. Prerequisite: SPAN-202 or equivalent. Four hours per week. Four semester hours. (H, L, G.)
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3.00 Credits
Faculty Offered in conjunction with an Ursinus College faculty-directed study abroad program, the community practicum allows eligible students to collaborate with a local organization or business in the target language. Placements will be based on availability, student interest and qualifications. Students will report to an onsite supervisor and the faculty director, keep a journal of their activities, and a write a final paper based on their experience. Must be taken in conjunction with or after completion of an intensive language course (such as SPAN-200 or SPAN-204.) This course counts toward the total number of credits required for the major or minor in Spanish. Prerequisites: Sophomore status and permission of instructor. A minimum of 80 contact hours are required. Two semester hours. Note: 300- and 400-level courses are offered in rotation.
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3.00 Credits
Dr. Cameron, Dr. Shuru This course is designed for students interested in medicine or allied health fields. Students will use Spanish by engaging in specialized vocabulary and a variety of cultural and technical texts. The content of the course will emphasize traditional medical and non-traditional healing practices. Prerequisite: SPAN-201 or the equivalent. Three hours per week. Four semester hours.
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3.00 Credits
Dr. Nixon, Dr. Shuru The development of the Hispanic Culture as a conjunction of Eastern and Western experiences and its subsequent expansion and transformation in the Americas. The creation of the American republics, the political and socio-economic crisis of the 20th century and the challenges of the future. Prerequisite: Two of the following: SPAN-201, 202, 251, 252 or permission of the instructor. Four hours per week. Four semester hours. ( SS, G.) * Note: Course can be taken for credit twice.
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3.00 Credits
Faculty This course aims to develop cultural sensitivity and to further linguistic competence through the study of the economic situation, business organization and commercial practices of the Hispanic world. Prerequisite: SPAN-201 or 202 or permission of the instructor. Four hours per week. Four semester hours. (H, L)*
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3.00 Credits
Dr. de Arana In-depth study of Spanish phonetics, morphology and syntax with special emphasis on the problems related to the teaching of the language. Prerequisite: SPAN-201 or equivalent. Four hours per week. Four semester hours. (H, L)
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