Foreign Language to the present, with emphasis on novels and dramas. Representative literature from Germany, Switzerland, and Austria will be presented. Conducted in German. Prerequisite: Ger 202 or permission. Spring, odd years 200‑2‑4 Directed Studies 290-1-3 Special Topics 291-1-3 Special Topics 300‑2‑4 Directed Studies/Special Topics 390-1-3 Special Topics 391-1-3 Special Topics 400‑2‑4 Directed Studies/Special Topics 490-1-1 Special Topics 491-1-3 Special Topics (by arrangement) Spanish (SPAN) 101-3 Beginning Spanish I The basic skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing are developed in class. Laboratory work required. Fall 102-3 Beginning Spanish II A continuation of Span 101. Spring 190-1-3 Special Topics 191-1-3 Special Topics 201-3 Intermediate Spanish I Vocabulary development, grammar review, and development of conversational and writing skills are the main goals of this course. Prerequisite: Span 102 or permission. Fall 202-3 Intermediate Spanish II A continuation of 201, involving improvement of vocabulary, conversation, and composition skills, with special attention to the review and introduction of the most advanced structures of language. Prerequisite: Span 201 or permission. Spring 310-3 Spanish Conversation and Composition Development of fluency in the use of Spanish as a means of oral and written expression. Course 126
content focuses on the development of written and oral arguments on controversial topics. Students are challenged to formulate and support opinions, develop their oral and written expression in Spanish, and revise their work with attention to stylistic elements. Prerequisites: Span 202 or permission. Fall, even years 320-3 Culture and Civilization of Spain A comprehensive study of Spanish culture from its origins to the present day: customs, economy, geography, history, fine arts, and philosophical, religious, and political movements. Prerequisite: Span 202 or permission. Fall, odd years 330-3 Survey of Spanish Literature A comprehensive introduction to the most representative literary works in Spain from the early Middle Ages to the contemporary period. Prerequisite: Span 202 or permission. Spring, even years 340-3 Survey of Spanish-American Literature A comprehensive introduction to the most representative literary works in Latin America from the Age of Discovery to the contemporary period, with glimpses of the Spanish-American culture and civilization. Prerequisite: Span 202 or permission. Spring, odd years 200‑2‑4 Directed Studies 290-1-3 Special Topics 291-1-3 Special Topics 300‑2‑4 Directed Studies/Special Topics 390-1-3 Special Topics 391-1-3 Special Topics 400‑2‑4 Directed Studies/Special Topics 490-1-1 Special Topics 491-1-3 Special Topics (by arrangement)