Department of Humanities
Dr. Adam L. Tate, Chair
Mission and Goals
The Department of Humanities is a multidisciplinary unit composed of faculty whose mission is to cultivate awareness of and sensitivity to the ideas and values characterizing human discourse, thought, and experience. The Department provides leadership for the University’s commitment to teaching students critical and creative thinking, analytical reading and listening, as well as international language and information-gathering skills. The Department offers a diverse and technology-enhanced curriculum that encourages critical, open-minded and informed consideration of the human tradition and the many beliefs, histories, and words of our collective cultural heritage. Together, we teach introductory and advanced courses in the areas of History, Philosophy, International Languages, and Humanities, with a BA in History, a BA in History and Secondary Education, and, through an online collaborative, a BA in French and a BA in Spanish. The Department also offers minors in History, Philosophy, French, and Spanish. As Humanities faculty, we are devoted to our students, and we are actively involved in scholarly research and in service to the profession, to the University and to the larger community.
French (FREN)
Introduction to listening, speaking, reading, and writing in French and to the culture of French speaking regions. Open to native speakers of French only by permission of the Department of Humanities.
Continued listening, speaking, reading, and writing French with further study of the culture of French speaking regions. Open to native speakers of French only by permission of the Department Humanities.
Prerequisites: (FREN 1001 or FREN 111)
Grammar review and continued development of the student's reading, conversation and composition skills, with readings from Francophone literary sources. Open to native speakers of French only by permission of the Department of Humanities.
Prerequisites: (FREN 1002 or FREN 1999)
Grammar review and continued development of the student's reading, conversation, and composition skills, with readings of a more difficult nature than those previously encountered by the student. Open to native speakers of French only by permission of the Department of Humanities.
Prerequisites: (FREN 2001 or FREN 211)
A study of conversational techniques, integrating grammatical structures and appropriate vocabulary. Emphasis is given to practicing spoken French and to using audio programs to increase listening comprehension. Attention is also given to pronunciation and phonetics. Course conducted in French. Open to native speakers of French only by permission of the Department of Humanities.
Prerequisites: (FREN 2002 or FREN 212)
A study of conversational techniques, integrating grammatical structures and appropriate vocabulary. Emphasis is given to practicing spoken French and to using audio programs to increase listening comprehension. Attention is also given to pronunciations and phonetics. Conducted in French.
Prerequisites: FREN 2002
A thorough review and expansion of the main grammatical concepts, rules and applications studied in FREN 1001, 1002, 2001, and 2002 courses. A practical application of grammar study through translations (English to French), formal/informal writing, listening and speaking, and refinement of self-editing skills. Conducted in French.
Prerequisites: FREN 2002
A survey of the historical, sociological, philosophical, literary, and artistic developments of France and neighboring French-speaking European countries up to modern times. Conducted in French.
Prerequisites: FREN 2002
A survey of the historical, sociological, philosophical, literary, and artistic developments of the Francophone world. Conducted in French.
Prerequisites: FREN 2002
The development of students' reading and writing skills along with knowledge of the major literary genres and literary thought. Texts are from traditional and contemporary sources (selections of prose, poetry, and theater). Conducted in French.
Prerequisites: FREN 2002
Selected major literary works, authors, and literary movements of France from the Middle Ages to the present. Conducted in French.
Prerequisites: FREN 2002
Selected major literary works, authors, and literary movements of the Francophone world. Conducted in French.
Prerequisites: FREN 2002
Study of phonetic principles and their applications. Conducted in French.
Prerequisites: FREN 2002
A study of culture as it relates to business practices in the French speaking world. A variety of authentic media sources will be used. Emphasis will be put on listening comprehension and translation as well as on business correspondence. Conducted in French.
Prerequisites: FREN 2002
An advanced study of spoken and written French, with emphasis on oral and written communication strategies, including the interpersonal and presentational modes, for communication in Francophone contexts. Attention is given to the grammatical structure of language. Conducted in French.
Prerequisites: FREN 2002
An advanced study of grammar, syntax, and vocabulary with refinement of writing skills through composition. Conducted in French.
Prerequisites: FREN 2002
An introduction to the economic and business practices of contemporary France and the Francophone world. Conducted in French.
Prerequisites: FREN 2002
This course studies particular topics or themes in French or Francophone language, literature, culture or civilization not covered in other upper-division French classes. Conducted in French.
Prerequisites: FREN 2002
This course studies particular topics or themes in French or Francophone language, literature, culture or civilization not covered in other upper-division French classes. Conducted in French.
Prerequisites: FREN 2002
This course studies particular topics or themes in French or Francophone language, literature, culture or civilization not covered in other upper-division French classes. Conducted in French.
Prerequisites: FREN 2002
This course studies particular topics or themes in French or Francophone language, literature, culture or civilization not covered in other upper-division French classes. Conducted in French.
Prerequisites: FREN 2002
This course studies particular topics or themes in French or Francophone language, literature, culture or civilization not covered in other upper-division French classes. Conducted in French.
Prerequisites: FREN 2002
This course studies particular topics or themes in French or Francophone language, literature, culture or civilization not covered in other upper-division French classes. Conducted in French.
Prerequisites: FREN 2002
This course studies particular topics or themes in French or Francophone language, literature, culture or civilization not covered in other upper-division French classes. Conducted in French.
Prerequisites: FREN 2002
This course studies particular topics or themes in French or Francophone language, literature, culture or civilization not covered in other upper-division French classes. Conducted in French.
Prerequisites: FREN 2002
This course studies particular topics or themes in French or Francophone language, literature, culture or civilization not covered in other upper-division French classes. Conducted in French.
Prerequisites: FREN 2002
Special topics in French and Francophone language, literature, civilization, or culture. May be repeated up to a maximum of 9 hours if topics are different. Conducted in French.
Prerequisites: FREN 2002
An intensive study of French language and culture in the native environment. Designed for students who participate in University System-approved programs, in-house study-abroad programs, or in any other comparable program for which approval has been given prior to the study abroad.
Prerequisites: FREN 2002
A practical application of students' skills in French. Students will either tutor students enrolled in public or private schools or complete a research project that requires extensive use of all language skills.
Prerequisites: FREN 2002
An all-inclusive communication skills course. This course focuses on the four basic skills: reading, writing, listening and speaking. Conducted in French.
Prerequisites: FREN 2002
History (HIST)
A survey of world history from the earliest civilizations to the voyages of discovery of the sixteenth century. Social, intellectual and political history will be emphasized.
A survey of world history from the early sixteenth century to the present, emphasizing social, intellectual and political topics.
A survey of world history from the early sixteenth century to the present, emphasizing social, intellectual and political topics.
The history of the U. S. and the lands that would become the U. S. from the colonial period through Reconstruction.
A survey of United States history from the post-Civil War period to the present. The course focuses on the political, social, and cultural development of the modern United States with particular emphasis on the twentieth century.
A survey of United States history from the post-Civil War period to the present. The course focuses on the political, social, and cultural development of the modern United States with particular emphasis on the twentieth century. This course is restricted to students enrolled in the Honors Program. Students with a 3.0 cumulative GPA who are not in the Honors Program may be enrolled with permission from the department chair or the Honors Program Director.
An introduction to the historian craft and the research techniques, philosophies, and technologies used in analyzing and writing about the past.
An examination of the global significance of critical political, social, cultural, economic, and international trends and issues since World War II.
This course will examine the perspectives of significant historical schools and analyze the contributions made by major historians throughout history.
An introduction to the various facets of public history including archives. This course will emphasize the importance of the preservation and use of historical documents, artifacts and sites. The examination of public history will include reference to organizations, museums, historical sites, advocacy groups and public policy development. Non history majors including students considering majoring in history are encouraged to take this course.
Georgia History and Government provides students with the basic analytical and conceptual skills for studying history and government on the state and local level. The course examines the social, political, and institutional history of Georgia to prepare students to analyze similar developments on the local, regional, and national level. Required for all middle level teacher education students and for all history majors.
Cultural, social, economic and political development of Anglo-America through the War for Independence, the formation of state and national constitutions and governments, the Federalist years, and the "Revolution of 1800."
The history of the U.S. from the Early Republic through 1845. Major themes include territorial expansion, the market revolution, the rise of social reform movements, constitutional developments, the first and second party systems, and the growth of sectional tensions.
The origin and causes of the American Civil War. Emphasis on the political, economic, social and cultural background to the war, its military aspects, and its impact on American society.
The abolition of slavery, the political and economic remaking of the South, race relations, ideas on freedom, suffrage and citizenship, impeachment, and the ways one of the most turbulent, complicated and controversial periods in American history has been remembered and re- fought by later generations.
This course provides students with a deepened understanding of the emergence of the United States as a modern, industrial nation with an increasingly important role in world affairs. It will explore the political, social, economic, and technological changes associated with this process.
Special topics course that covers significant and highly focused topics in 20th century United States’ history, including themes in politics, economy, diplomacy, culture, race, and gender.
Close examination of major themes in U.S. history from the start of World War I to the end of World War II. The course covers and analyzes politics, economy, culture, race, gender, and other pertinent factors during an era of major changes in American life.
This course explores the social, political, economic, and cultural, trends in American history since the end of World War II.
An examination of the political, social and cultural developments of the twentieth century, with emphasis on the era of the world wars and the Cold War, and the end of colonialism.
The history of Latin America, from the development of Pre-Columbian civilizations to the nineteenth century. Topics include Pre-Columbian America, the European conquest of the sixteenth century and the Spanish and Portuguese colonial experience.
The history of Latin America, from independence to the present. Topics include the wars for independence, nation-building in the nineteenth century, economic development, U.S. involvement, revolutionary movements in the twentieth century and the progress of democracy.
Survey of the history of the Caribbean, from pre-Columbian cultures to the present. The course will emphasize slavery and emancipation, the rise of nationalist movements, independence, and the post-colonial states. In addition, this course will link the shared experiences of the Caribbean with the American South.
HIST 3227: A survey of Mexican history from Pre-Columbian civilizations to the modern period. Key topics include the Spanish conquest, colonial society, the Independence movement, nation-building in the 19th century, the U.S.-Mexican War, the Mexican Revolution and contemporary challenges.
The history of Africa south of the Sahara from the first century C.E. to the present, with emphasis on the rise of empires in west and southern Africa, the influence of Islam, the impact of European imperialism and the independence movements of the twentieth century.
A special-topics course covering the history of the Middle East and North Africa. The course may be repeated when topics vary.
This course introduces students to critical issues in history and representation, utilizing film to analyze central historical issues. The specific thematic content is variable.
This course will examine the major political, social, and cultural traditions of East Asia from the Shang Dynasty to the Ming Dynasty in China, Yamato Clan rule to the Tokugawa Shogunate in Japan, and the Gojoseon Kingdom to the Choson Dynasty in Korea.
This course will examine the major political, social, and cultural traditions of East Asia from the Qing Dynasty to present in China, from the Meiji Restoration to the present in Japan, and from the Tonghak Rebellion to the present in Korea.
This course will examine the major political, social, and cultural traditions of South Asia from the Harappan Civilization to the Mughal Dynasty.
This course will examine the major political, social, and cultural traditions of South Asia from the establishment of the British Raj to the present.
This course will examine the major political, social, and cultural traditions in Russian history from the mythic founding of Kievan Rus in A.D. 862 to Catherine the Great.
This course will examine the major political, social, and cultural traditions in Russian history from Tsar Alexander I to the present.
An introduction to Islamic civilization from the beginnings of Islam in the seventh century until the turn of the nineteenth century, following a brief background study of the pre-Islamic Middle East and North Africa. Examines historical questions related to the rise of Islam and the Muslim conquests and considers major pre-modern Islamic regimes and their cultures. Discusses the basics of the regional geography and demographics, including Sunni-Shi’a divisions as well as Arab and non-Arab distinctions.
Traces the political history of the Middle East and North Africa since the end of the eighteenth century to the present, with some attention devoted to cultural, social and economic developments. Examines questions of modernity, democracy, and nationalism in relation to Islam and direct Western involvement in the region in the modern era. Oil, Islamic terrorism, and Israeli-Palestinian tensions are major subthemes.
An examination of the historical development of the American economy with emphasis on business organization, business values, business cycles, and business government relationships.
This course will introduce the student to the fundamentals of archival work. This will involve such functions as arrangement and description of manuscripts and non-documentary materials, assistance to patrons, creation and updating of finding aids, care and preservation of materials, security, privacy, legal responsibilities, and professional ethics.
Prerequisites: HIST 3010
This course will introduce students to the storage and retrieval of electronic records. This includes records originally in electronic form as well as items (manuscripts, photographs, motion pictures, audio recordings etc.) originally created on paper or other media and then converted to electronic form (digitized). The course will also involve the use of electronic methods that facilitate the use of traditional records (e.g., indices, finding aids, web presentation).
Prerequisites: HIST 3401
This course is an introduction to the use of family history to illustrate broader historical currents and a survey of the resources and methods of genealogy. Students will research actual genealogy or family history. Non history majors interested in family history are encouraged to take this course.
A study of the American military art from the earliest days of frontier offensives to present-day global concerns. Focuses on the creation of American military institutions, the genesis of policy-making and maintenance of civilian control over that process, the inter-relationship between foreign and military policy, the conduct of war, and the influence of American society upon the armed forces as social institutions.
This course will focus on several topics and themes which are of great importance to practicing and aspiring teachers, including recent debates about the teaching of American, European, and World history, creative active-learning opportunities based on primary sources, the utility of lecturing, methods of historical inquiry, teaching writing while teaching history, the use of primary and secondary sources in the classroom, curriculum development and aligning with state standards, the use of technology in teaching and in student research, the benefits of incorporating local history into unit plans, and assignment design and evaluation.
Study of the interplay between and among natural factors of climate, soils, vegetation, and landforms, and human factors of settlement, economic activity, transportation, warfare, technology, and cultural traits. Required for all middle level and secondary teacher education students with a major or minor concentration in social studies or history.
Provides students with a comprehensive spatial global view and with the basic analytical and conceptual skills required to study the diverse regions of the world, while focusing on the instructional theme of human/environment interaction, especially how geographical factors helped to shape world history. Required for all middle level and secondary teacher education students with a major or minor concentration in social studies or history.
The student will acquire hands-on experience working with archives in such tasks as record retrieval, patron assistance, preparing finding aids, preserving materials, editing manuscripts, or performing other archival functions. The internship placement and duties must be approved by the history experiential learning coordinator, the Office of Experiential Learning and the placement site. This course is required for completion of the archival concentration.
Prerequisites: HIST 3401
The roles of women in the social, economic and political development of the United States. Contributions of women and the historical significance of their attitudes in the liberal reform eras in American history. Special attention paid to the effects of race, class, and region on women's experiences.
Changing attitudes about nature and wilderness, political decisions, supervisory institutions, and environmental problems which accompanied utilization of the earth's natural resources.
The course explores the origins of southern society and culture, the growth of southern distinctiveness, and the ultimate attempt to create a separate though short-lived southern nation.
Analysis of the change and continuity in the American South from the end of the Civil War through the present.
This course examines the history of the African American experience by tracing the origins of major West African empires and their relationship with Europe, and by examining the lives, labors, and culture of black people both enslaved and free in colonial and antebellum America. The course concludes with the Civil War and Reconstruction.
This course examines the history of the African American experience since the end of Reconstruction in 1877. Students will be introduced to the legacy of black protest and the development of black cultural and social institutions in the Nadir and the twentieth century. Issues such as community development, uplift ideology, black nationalism, the Civil Rights Movement, gender issues, Black Power ideology, and contemporary topics will be debated and discussed.
The history of the Hellenes, from the Minoan civilization through Alexanders legacy, and the development of ancient Rome from its origin in Italy, through its rise as an empire embracing the entire Mediterranean World and Western Europe, to Christianity and the foundation of Constantinople.
The Medieval European civilization, as it emerged from the declining Roman Empire through its apogee in the 13th century.
This course explores the transition from medieval to modern Europe (c. 1500 to 1815). Topics will include the Reformation, religious wars, the development of the modern state, Europe’s expansion overseas, the Scientific Revolution, the Enlightenment, and the French Revolution.
This course explores the history of modern Europe since the Congress of Vienna. Topics will include the industrial revolution, imperialism, the World Wars, and the Cold War. Special attention will be given to the new ideologies of the period including nationalism, liberalism, fascism, and communism.
Investigates the origins, development, and present status of the major world religions including Hinduism, Buddhism, Chinese Confucianism and Daoism, Judaism, Christianity and Islam. Provides students with a framework for understanding the various worldviews found in today’s increasingly connected world.
A survey of the methods and purposes of interpreting history to the general public through museums, displays, exhibitions, pamphlets, documentaries, web sites and all methods other than traditional historical publishing mediums (i.e. books and articles). Emphasis will be placed on interpretation of items of material culture.
Prerequisites: HIST 3010
An introduction to the purposes and methods of identifying documenting, interpreting and preserving historically significant structures, buildings, sites and objects with emphasis on the United States. The course will include a survey of such historic preservation issues as economic development, tourism, architectural history, historical archeology and community revitalization. It is recommended, but not required, that students take HIST 3010 prior to HIST 4450. Non history majors interested in economic and community development, tourism, or other aspects of historic preservation are encouraged to take this course.
Introduces pre-service teacher candidates to the foundations, skills, and methods for teaching social studies (including history) at the Middle Grades level (grades 6-8). Requires study and design of learning experiences that incorporate the knowledge, skills, and attitudes appropriate for the contemporary classroom. An elective option for History students in the Secondary Education program.
This course will present significant topics in history not covered by other courses in the curriculum.
This course will present significant topics in history not covered by other courses in the curriculum.
This course will present significant topics in history not covered by other courses in the curriculum.
This course will present significant topics in history not covered by other courses in the curriculum.
This course is open only to history majors in their senior year (i.e. 90+ hours in the program). Students will complete a project requiring historical research, analysis, interpretation, and presentation.
Special study arranged in consultation with a faculty member and approved by the department head.
An approved historical field experience and carried out by the students in an appropriate institution, agency or business. Requires the approval of the history experiential learning coordinator, the Office of Experiential Learning and the placement site.
Prerequisites: HIST 3000 and HIST 3010
The student will acquire additional hands-on experience working with archives in such tasks as record retrieval, patron assistance, preparing finding aids, preserving materials, editing manuscripts or performing other archival functions. Requires the approval of the Department Chair, the history experiential learning coordinator, the Office of Career Services, and the placement site.
Prerequisites: HIST 3401
The practicum will constitute an independent (individual or small group) project in historical methodology, research and analysis. The student will prepare and submit a significant historical paper and or project. Requires the approval of the history experiential learning coordinator and the department head.
Prerequisites: HIST 3000 and HIST 3010
Philosophy (PHIL)
PHIL 3200 should read “PHIL 4300”
PHIL 3400 should read “PHIL 4400”
PHIL 3600 should read “PHIL 4600”
PHIL 3800 should read “PHIL 4700”
Introduction to the central issues, questions, and theories of Western Philosophy. Topics covered include logic and critical thinking; religion; knowledge and skepticism; philosophy of mind; freedom and determinism; and ethics. Students are expected to engage in philosophical discussion based on primary and secondary texts.
An examination of the central questions of moral philosophy through the reading and discussion of representative texts of major philosophers and the application of moral reasoning to contemporary ethical issues and problems in fields such as communications, medicine, business and the environment. Topics addressed include the meaning of "good and "bad," right conduct, happiness and well-being, moral character and justice.
Prerequisites: ENGL 1102 or ENGL 102 or ENGL 112
An introduction to the philosophical questions "what do you mean?" and "How do you know?" in the realm of aesthetics, most particularly in the arts. Through readings and discussions of representative philosophical texts and with close attention to aesthetic objects themselves, questions such as the following will be examined. What is artistic expression? What do works of art mean? Is there a general definition of art? What makes a work of art good? Critical thinking and communication skills are emphasized.
The course studies philosophical literature of the eighth century B.C.E. throughout the third century C.E., including Pre-Socratic thought, Epicureanism, Stoicism, and Skepticism, with special emphasis on Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle. This course is equivalent to the previously offered PHIL 3200.
The course studies philosophical literature of the third through fourteenth centuries B.C.E., including Porphyry, Boethius, Augustine, Anselm of Canterbury, Peter Abelard, Thomas Aquinas, Henry of Ghent, John Duns Scotus, William of Ockham, and John Buridan. This course is equivalent to the previously offered PHIL 3400.
The course studies philosophical literature of the 16th through the 18th centuries, through careful examination of, and critical engagement with, such figures as Hobbes, Descartes, Pascal, Locke, Leibniz, Spinoza, Berkeley, Hume and Kant. This course is equivalent to the previously offered PHIL 3600.
Prerequisites: ENGL 1102
An examination of works of major thinkers of the 20th century. Philosophers to be studied include Martin Heidegger, Jean-Paul Sartre, and Simon De Beauvoir, from Germany and France, and C. S. Peirce and John Dewey, from the U.S. This course is equivalent to the previously offered PHIL 3800.
This course studies world literature on the philosophy of religion. Topics include proofs of God's existence, science and religion, the problem of evil, reason and religion experience, religious pluralism, free will, and life after death.
Prerequisites: (ENGL 1102 or ENGL 102 or ENGL 112)
An examination of selected topics or philosophical movements, such as Women and Philosophy, Philosophy of Law, Eastern Philosophy, and Existentialism.
Prerequisites: ENGL 1102
An examination of selected topics or philosophical movements, such as Women and Philosophy, Philosophy of Law, Eastern Philosophy, and Existentialism.
Prerequisites: ENGL 1102
An examination of selected topics or philosophical movements, such as Women and Philosophy, Philosophy of Law, Eastern Philosophy, and Existentialism.
Prerequisites: ENGL 1102
An examination of selected topics or philosophical movements, such as Women and Philosophy, Philosophy of Law, Eastern Philosophy, and Existentialism.
Prerequisites: ENGL 1102
An examination of selected topics or philosophical movements, such as Women and Philosophy, Philosophy of Law, Eastern Philosophy, and Existentialism.
Prerequisites: ENGL 1102
The student, with the advice and permission of the directing professor, selects the topic and submits a prospectus for department approval before the semester in which the course is to be taken.
Spanish (SPAN)
Introduction to listening, speaking, reading and writing in Spanish and to the culture of Spanish-speaking regions. Open to native speakers of Spanish only by permission of the Department of Humanities.
Continued listening, speaking, reading and writing in Spanish with further study of the culture of Spanish speaking regions. Open to native speakers of Spanish only by permission of the Department of Humanities.
Prerequisites: SPAN 1001
Grammar review and continued development of the student's reading, conversation, and composition skills with readings from literary sources in Spanish. Open to native speakers of Spanish only by permission of the Department of Humanities.
Prerequisites: (SPAN 1002 or SPAN 112 or SPAN 1999)
Grammar review and continued development of the student's reading, conversation and composition skills, with readings of a more difficult nature than those previously encountered by the student. Open to native speaker of Spanish only by permission of the Department of Humanities.
Prerequisites: (SPAN 2001 or SPAN 211)
A study of selected lexical items and grammatical structures and concepts of the Spanish language. The course serves as an introduction to the major in Spanish and is conducted in Spanish.
Prerequisites: SPAN 2002
Thematic approach to the study of speaking and writing, focusing on the development of the student’s proficiency in spoken and written Spanish. Conversations will be based on communicative situations which the student would encounter in the Spanish-speaking world. Written activities will enable the student to react to typical exchanges which require written responses. This course is conducted in Spanish.
Prerequisites: SPAN 2002
Practice in both formal and informal discourse for communication in professional settings such as social services, law enforcement, business, and health care. Designed for the intermediate-level student, this course focuses on refining fluency through discussions and practical experiences. Course conducted in Spanish.
Prerequisites: SPAN 2002
Advanced practice in both formal and informal discourse for communication in professional settings such as social services, law enforcement, business, and health care. Conversational practice will focus upon discussing and debating how the historic and contemporary cultural realities of the Spanish-speaking world affect language and oral communication. This course is conducted in Spanish.
Prerequisites: SPAN 2002
Study of the religious, philosophical, geographical, historical, sociopolitical, and economic beliefs that form the identity of Spain. Emphasis will be placed on the development of the modern nation, the significance of the Golden Age in Spain’s history, and the major events of the twentieth-century. The works of representative artists, composers, and writers from the various historical periods will be studied. This course is conducted in Spanish.
Prerequisites: SPAN 2002
Study of the religious, philosophical, geographical, historical, sociopolitical, and economic beliefs that form the identity of Latin America. Emphasis will be placed on pre-Columbian societies, Discovery and Conquest, Revolutions and Dictatorships, and Contemporary Latin America. This course is conducted in Spanish.
Prerequisites: SPAN 2002
Introduction to major representative literary works and some non-canonical texts of Spain and Latin America. The acquisition of critical and organizational skills in reading and their application to Hispanic texts will be emphasized. This course is conducted in Spanish.
Prerequisites: SPAN 2002
Study of representative literary texts from the Middle Ages to the present within their historical context. The development of poetry, drama, and narrative prose will be emphasized. This course is conducted in Spanish.
Prerequisites: SPAN 2002
Survey of selected essays, poems, short stories, and other literary works from the pre-Columbian Latin American societies, the Colonial Period, the Independence Period, and the Latin American Romantic period. This course is conducted in Spanish.
Prerequisites: SPAN 2002
Advanced study of the structure of the Spanish language, with emphasis on practical composition and refinement of written expression. Conducted in Spanish.
Prerequisites: SPAN 2002
Intensive approach to spoken Spanish at the advanced level, with emphasis on increasing the speaking performance level of students and preparing them to take the exit assessment interview, the Oral Proficiency Interview, at the end of their program of study. Conducted in Spanish.
Prerequisites: SPAN 2002
Introduction to the phonetics and phonemics of the Spanish sound system, including but not limited to phonological analysis and transcription. Emphasis is placed on the study of those sounds found in the dialects of what has been traditionally labeled American Spanish (Mexico, Central America, and the South American highlands); however, important dialectal variations, such as those found in Caribbean and peninsular Spanish, will also be presented. Conducted in Spanish.
Prerequisites: SPAN 2002
Exploration of the way in which Hispanic women writers have created voices and identities through a variety of textual strategies. A study of the development of feminist discourse through these works will also be covered. Readings may include works from Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz, Isabel Allende, Julia de Burgos, Luisa Valenzuela, Angeles Maestretta, Rosario Castellanos, Mercé Rodoreda, Ester Tusquets, Santa Teresa de Avila, Ana María Matute, Carmen Martín Gaite, and Rosa Montero. Conducted in Spanish.
Prerequisites: SPAN 2002
Study of selected texts, literary movements, and the cultural background of Spanish literature of the Golden Age (Renaissance and Baroque), including selections of poetry, prose, and drama. Conducted in Spanish.
Prerequisites: SPAN 2002
Study of selected texts, literary movements, and the cultural background of contemporary Spanish literature, including selections of poetry, prose, and drama. This course is conducted in Spanish.
Prerequisites: SPAN 2002
Study of selected Latin American novels which reflect the major trends in the development of the genre. This course is conducted in Spanish.
Prerequisites: SPAN 2002
Study of selected Latin American short stories which reflect the major trends in the development of the genre. This course is conducted in Spanish.
Prerequisites: SPAN 2002
Supervised service learning in a Spanish-speaking community or study abroad in a Spanish-speaking country. Appropriate courses in the student’s major field may be substituted. This course is conducted in Spanish.
Prerequisites: SPAN 2002
Professional and practical use of oral and written Spanish through the development of a community-based project for improving successful communication with Spanish-speaking clients. An appropriate course in the student’s major field may be substituted. This course is conducted in Spanish.
Prerequisites: SPAN 2002
Special topics in Spanish language or Hispanic literature, civilization, or culture. Conducted in Spanish.
Prerequisites: SPAN 2002
Special topics in Spanish language or Hispanic literature, civilization, or culture. Conducted in Spanish.
Prerequisites: SPAN 2002
Special topics in Spanish language or Hispanic literature, civilization, or culture. Conducted in Spanish.
Prerequisites: SPAN 2002
Special topics in Spanish language or Hispanic literature, civilization, or culture. Conducted in Spanish.
Prerequisites: SPAN 2002
Special topics in Spanish language or Hispanic literature, civilization, or culture. Conducted in Spanish.
Prerequisites: SPAN 2002
Special topics in Spanish language or Hispanic literature, civilization, or culture. Conducted in Spanish.
Prerequisites: SPAN 2002
Special topics in Spanish language or Hispanic literature, civilization, or culture. Conducted in Spanish.
Prerequisites: SPAN 2002
Special topics in Spanish language or Hispanic literature, civilization, or culture. Conducted in Spanish.
Prerequisites: SPAN 2002
Special topics in Spanish language or Hispanic literature, civilization, or culture. Conducted in Spanish.
Prerequisites: SPAN 2002
Study in an area or topic of Spanish language or Hispanic literature, civilization, or culture not normally found in established courses offered by the department. Students may also study more extensively an area or topic covered by the departmental curriculum. Conducted in Spanish.
Prerequisites: SPAN 2002
Orientation to the study abroad experience. Pre-departure sessions will focus on preparing the student to achieve the maximum learning potential from his/her stay in the selected site. Assigned readings and videos and regular discussion with the supervising instructor will familiarize the student with significant cultural practices that may differ from those of U.S. society and with geographical and historical features of the region as well as prepare him/her to function 443 in the daily life of the community. A series of activities will be designed for the student to complete during the study abroad stay, and upon his/her return, the student will make at least three presentations related to the study abroad experience to university Spanish classes, elementary, middle or high school classes, or community organizations. The course is a requirement for all Spanish majors and minors who participate in a study abroad program. Credit for the course is in addition to other credit earned through the study abroad program. Conducted in Spanish.
Prerequisites: SPAN 2002
Supervised volunteer interpreting or translating activities in community schools, service or law enforcement agencies, or business firms. Students will learn basic interpreting and translating skills before beginning their Practicum activities and will develop specialized vocabulary appropriate to their areas of work. Weekly reports and conferences with the supervising instructor are required. Course will be repeated for credit. Field visits comprise 70% of final grade. Conducted in Spanish.
Prerequisites: SPAN 2002
Capstone course, focused on selected special topics, designed to help students synthesize their knowledge and reinforce the skills they have acquired as Spanish majors. Required of all Spanish majors. Conducted in Spanish.
Prerequisites: SPAN 2002