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3.00 Credits
(In Spanish or English) This course examines the question of identity and alterity as experienced by American-raised Hispanics from the 1940s to the present. This course considers among other things the way they define their cultural, racial and national heritage in relation to that of their parents, and how they conceptualize their identity through the Other. The course also focuses on the bicultural/bilingual experiences of Latinos through the analysis of literary and cinematographic works by Americans of Mexican, Puerto Rican, Cuban and Dominican origin who have resided primarily in the continental United States. Prereq: For SPAN 307, SPAN 235 or equivalent; or permission of instructor; for SPAN 307E, permission of the instructor; SPAN 307E cross-listed as AMST 307. SPAN 307E satisfies HUM Foundations; DV; J. Dixon
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3.00 Credits
(In Spanish or English) Reading of Don Quixote with emphasis on the analysis of narrative techniques and on Cervantes' thematic use of literary theory. This approach aims at exploring the reasons why Don Quixote is considered to be the first modern novel, and at placing it in the context of the development of fiction in Western culture. Prereq: For SPAN 308, SPAN 235 or equivalent or permission of the instructor; for SPAN 308E, permission of the instructor; SPAN 308E satisfies HUM Foundations; STAFF
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3.00 Credits
A survey of contemporary cinema of Spanish speaking countries of Latin America. We follow a trend starting with the avant-garde cinema of the political revolutionary turbulence of the 1960's, the "New Latin American Cinema"which continues today with a series of films that originated as a reaction to the neo-liberal and globalized capitalism of the 1990's. The films are treated as visual texts, studying the film as a genre with particular stylistic forms and techniques to represent social reality ideologically and in the context of social and cinematic history. Prereq: SPAN 235; CL: LAST 309; A. Prado del Santo
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3.00 Credits
This course looks at contemporary representations of and expressions by Spanish youth, beginning in 1975 with Franco's death through today. The course addresses social topics such as drugs, affordable housing, jobs, political activism, poverty and gender struggles. Some of the questions we will address are: What motivates Spanish youth today Are Spanish youth politically active or apathetic How has this fluctuated over time What evidence do we have of each What issues motivate the youth on the margins What issues are young Spanish women today facing Are the fictional representations of Spanish youth in compliance with the data Students analyze films and song lyrics as well as academic articles on major social issues regarding Spanish youth. We will also read one novel, several plays, and one work of non-fiction addressing the difficulties facing Spanish youth today. Class discussion will be held in Spanish. Films have English subtitles. Prereq: SPAN 235; R. Ragan
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3.00 Credits
(In Spanish or English) A study of the development of major topics and their adaptation and transformation in non-Hispanic literatures. Some topics have been ethnicity and marginality in Latin American literature, twentieth century Puerto Rican literature, the epic ( El Cid), the picaresque ( Lazarillo de Tormes), and myths (Don Juan in Spanish Literature). Prereq: For SPAN 330, SPAN 235 or equivalent or permission of the instructor; for SPAN 330E, permission of the instructor; CL: LAST 330E; SPAN 330E satisfies HUM Foundations. May be counted toward LAST minor with approval of program chair.; STAFF
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3.00 Credits
This course examines the representation of race, class and color in the literatures of Cuba, Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic from the 19th century to the present. The course emphasizes the relationship between literary texts and the socio-historical context with special attention given to political ideologies in these postcolonial societies. The images of blacks and mulattoes and also the conceptualization of identity in these countries are explored. Prereq: SPAN 235 or equivalent; or permission of instructor; CL: BKST 335, LAST 335; J. Dixon
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3.00 Credits
Studies in Spanish and Spanish-American literatures; emphasis on critical analysis and theory. The topic varies from year to year; recent topics have been: Cervantes and literary theory; generation of '98; structuralist analysis of Cien anos de soledad; Don Juan in Spanish literature. Required of all Spanish majors. W; T. Foster
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0.00 Credits
Primary objective is to enhance the personal physical fitness level of the students. The course is geared to athletes and non-athletes alike and will teach different ways and methods of weight training, agility and conditioning.
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0.50 Credits
The primary objective of this course is to help students understand the importance of achieving and maintaining lifetime physical fitness. Class periods will consist of lecture and actual physical activity. In addition, this class will explore and experience a variety of ways to achieve and maintain a healthy fitness level. N. McLellan
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0.50 Credits
This course centers on the five basic dimensions of health: physical, social, spiritual, emotional, and intellectual. An emphasis is placed on assessing and understanding your present level of wellness and how to take control of your own lifestyle habits so that you may realize your highest level of wellbeing. Many current health issues are explored to aid in personal resolution, or at least a better understanding, of these difficult issues. N. McLellan
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