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  • SOCIOLOGY 499: Internship in Sociology

    3.00 Credits
    Hobart William Smith Colleges

    A minimum of 150 hours of work or practice under the supervision of a sociology faculty adviser. Students are expected to keep a reflective journal and to produce a paper that relates their experience to more general issues in sociology. The length and scope of the paper shall be determined in consultation with the internship faculty adviser. Internship adviser permission is required to take this course, and prior departmental approval is required for any students who wish to repeat SOC 499. Permission of instructor.
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  • SPAN 101: Beginning Spanish I

    3.00 Credits
    Hobart William Smith Colleges

    Designed for students who have not taken Spanish before, this course develops the basic skills in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing the language, and introduces the student to a variety of cultural aspects of the Spanish-speaking world. Beginning Spanish I, as well as the other courses in the beginning and intermediate levels, use a combination of three weekly master classes with the regular instructor and an additional hour of laboratory practice with the multimedia materials accompanying the text. This course is the first part of the beginning sequence; students who take SPAN 101 in the Fall are highly advised to take SPAN 102 in the Spring of the same academic year. Students who complete the beginning sequence, or its equivalent, will meet the language criteria to apply for off-campus study in some of the programs offered by the institution in Latin America. ( Fall)
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  • SPAN 102: Beginning Spanish II

    3.00 Credits
    Hobart William Smith Colleges

    The second part of the beginning sequence, this course increases the level of proficiency in the areas of comprehension, speaking, reading and writing, and it provides students with more ample knowledge of the multiple cultural aspects of the Spanish-speaking world. Beginning Spanish II, as well as the other courses in the beginning and intermediate levels, use a combination of three weekly master classes with the regular instructor and an additional hour of laboratory practice with the multimedia materials accompanying the text. Students who complete the beginning sequence, or its equivalent, will meet the language criteria to apply for off-campus study in some of the programs offered by the institution in Latin America. Completion of the beginning sequence or its equivalent is necessary for students who wish to advance to the intermediate level. Prerequisite: Span 101 or equivalent. ( Spring)
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  • SPAN 110: Elementary Spanish in Review

    3.00 Credits
    Hobart William Smith Colleges

    A one-semester review course for students who have been placed in SPAN 110 or have skipped one semester after taking SPAN 101. This course reviews SPAN 101 and covers the material of SPAN 102, and involves all four language skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing), emphasizing grammatical structures and vocabulary fundamentals of simple, every-day conversation. In order to reach the desired level of proficiency, this course requires two additional hours per week: one hour of laboratory and one hour of language tutorial in which students will improve their language skills through interactive activities and multimedia resources. Students who complete Span 110, or its equivalent, will meet the language criteria to apply for off-campus study in some of the programs offered by the institution in Latin America. Requirements: Placement into 110 or permission of instructor. ( Every semester)
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  • SPAN 203: Advanced Spanish:Grammar and Conversation

    3.00 Credits
    Hobart William Smith Colleges

    This course focuses on the Spanish grammar acquisition process with a particular focus on listening comprehension and speaking. In addition to traditional grammar learning, students will refine their Spanish language skills by practicing oral expression. Aural comprehension, idiomatic usage, fluency, and language use in everyday situations will be emphasized. Prerequisite: Completion of SPAN 122, or the equivalent. ( Müller, offered annually)
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  • SPAN 204: Spanish for Heritage Speakers

    3.00 Credits
    Hobart William Smith Colleges

    This course is a comprehensive review of the Spanish language that addresses the unique linguistic experience of heritage speakers. We will examine the different varieties of Spanish in the United States, comparing grammar and vocabulary that characterize these forms of the language with those of "normative" Spanish. Other factors affecting Spanish in the United States such as history, community building and cultural identity will be addressed. Importance will be given to improving oral competence and written expression. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. (Staff ; offered alternate years)
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  • SPAN 221: Cinema for Spanish Conversation

    3.00 Credits
    Hobart William Smith Colleges

    This course is designed to enhance oral communication in Spanish while increasing familiarity with Hispanic cultures through cinema. Spanish, Latin American and Latino films are used to refine the student's language skills beyond the intermediate level, with particular attention to vocabulary and advanced grammatical structures. Cultural readings will explore the connections between film, society, history and a variety of cross-cultural issues, such a race, class, gender and sexuality, among other topics. Film scripts and film reviews will be used to hone creative writing skills, focusing on story-telling, description and dialogue. Students taking this course will be required to view a number of films outside of class. Prerequisite: Completion of SPAN 122, or the equivalent. (Liébana , offered alternate years)
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  • SPAN 225: Hispanic Media:Contemporary Issues

    3.00 Credits
    Hobart William Smith Colleges

    This course will develop students' cultural awareness through a series of written assignments organized around major journalistic and academic genres. We will investigate contemporary issues as presented in the media of Spain, Latin America and U.S. Latino communities. More specifically the course will explore such topics as immigration and multiculturalism, gender and sexuality, linguistic variety of the Spanish language, and issues of cultural identity among others. The internet, printed, audio and visual media material will provide the foundation for class discussions, oral presentations, cultural projects and other activities. Critical readings will complement the material and provide a broader understanding of contemporary cultural realities on both sides of the Atlantic. Prerequisite: Completion of SPAN 122, or the equivalent. (Müller , offered alternate years) 231The Art of Translation A situational approach to translation, this course focuses on Spanish in everyday situations. Class activities include role-playing, skits, writing assignments, and translations. Students explore the use of Spanish in fields such as business, health care, social servicesand education. Emphasis is placed on vocabulary and contrastive analysis of English and Spanish grammar. This course is recommended for bilingual students, students who intend to teach Spanish to English-speakers or English to Spanish-speakers, as well as students who intend to use Spanish in a professional field. Prerequisite: Completion of SPAN 122, or the equivalent. (Travalia, offered annually)
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  • SPAN 260: Advanced Grammar and Composition

    3.00 Credits
    Hobart William Smith Colleges

    This course focuses on Spanish grammar and writing. Class activities will examine challenging aspects of Spanish, while emphasizing the importance of context. Students will refine their language skills writing different types of compositions, including academic, administrative, journalistic and literary. Reading comprehension and use of idiomatic language are also important aspects of the course. Prerequisite: Completion of SPAN 122, or the equivalent. (Travalia, offered annually)
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  • SPAN 308: Culture and Identity in Spanish America

    3.00 Credits
    Hobart William Smith Colleges

    This course is a panoramic introduction to the cultures of Mexico, Central and South America, and the Spanish-speaking Caribbean. We will investigate the ways in which communities and collective identities have been formed and maintained in Latin America from the time of independence from Spain to the present day. We will also look at the ways in which individuals form their own sense of self within the group context. Topics of discussion will include race, religion, gender, and politics. Course materials will come from current events, historical documents, popular culture, and artwork. Particular attention will be paid to Latin American cinema. Prerequisite: two courses from level II, or equivalent. (Farnsworth, offered alternate years)
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