Spanish

Academics at Hanover:

At Hanover, the study of a modern language is rooted in activities and readings that will help you see the world with the perspective of another culture. You’ll learn to use language as a tool that connects cultures, business and individuals.

DEPARTMENT WEBSITE

http://modlang.hanover.edu/

STUDY ABROAD

Eat, sleep and drink Spanish for a full semester at La Universidad del Valle de Atemajac (UNIVA) in Guadalajara, Mexico, or La Universidad de Castilla-La Mancha in Ciudad Real, Spain. Short-term opportunities are available as well, as past students have used May Term to study in Alcala de Henares, Spain; Mérida and Mexico.

ON-CAMPUS IMMERSION

“After taking my first Spanish class at Hanover, I knew I wanted to continue my studies with the language. Not only would I be able to communicate with my future patients if needed to, but also the professors were so passionate about the material they presented that the classes became my favorite “
Jennifer Dumaine ’15

A number of extracurricular activities provide opportunities for you to enrich your language and social experiences at Hanover. The Hora de Café, held every month, is a chance for you to chat informally in Spanish. Members of el Club de Español enjoy dining, cooking, dancing, entertainment, and other events and activities from Spanish-speaking cultures.

Students also can put their language skills to use and lend a helping hand with La Casa Amiga, a Madison-based not-for-profit organization that provides volunteer support services for local Latino residents. Hanover student volunteers especially enjoy the participation in the bilingual story hour and ESL classes.

WHAT DO SPANISH MAJORS STUDY?

Spanish language classes
Spanish conversation and culture
Spanish literature
And other topics that interest you, from film studies to Spanish-American literature to Spanish colonization

Previous graduates’ career and professional placements have included:

Eastern Regional Director, Association of International Student Exchange (New York)
Program Coordinator, Institute for Study Abroad, Butler University (Indianapolis)
Correspondent Volunteer Administrator, Amigos de las Américas (NGO) (Houston)
Manager of Customer Service, ADS International (Santiago, Chile)
Fourth Grade ESL teacher, Washington Heights (New York City)

Graduate school placements have included:

Brandeis School of Law (University of Louisville)
College of William & Mary
New York University
University of Louisville
Indiana University Medical School

COURSES

Number

Name

Units

Description

SPA 115 Beginning Spanish I 1.00 An introduction to basic modes of communication in the target language. Emphasis is on everyday language while developing speaking, listening, reading and writing as well as introducing culture(s) of the target language. Partially satisfies WL CCR.

SPA 116 Beginning Spanish II 1.00 A continuation of Spanish 115. Prerequisite: Spa 115 or placement into 116. Partially satisfies WL CCR.

SPA 217 Int. Spa. I: Spanish Speaking World 1.00 Students develop increasingly complex skills such as communicating in Spanish and understanding Spanish texts while studying and discussing social and cultural topics. Students study such essential dimensions of the Spanish speaking world as: geography and development, environmental challenges and solutions, population and demographic changes and challenges, ethnic diversity. Prerequisite: Spa 116 or placement into 217. Partially satisfies WL CCR.

SPA 219 Int. Spa II: "Hispanics" in the U.S 1.00 Students examine the history of the Hispanic/Latino presence within the United States and the intercultural connection created by this diversity. Through a variety of readings they will mainly consider the unique histories of Mexican-Americans, Cuban-Americans and Puerto Ricans, and discuss the various formulations of identity for Hispanics/Latinos. As they strive to articulate the nature of cultural identity in the United States, they will explore the contributions of different ethnic groups as well as the challenges that cultural differences often provoke. Prerequisite: Spa 217 or placement into 219. Not open to students with prior credit in Spa 227 or 228. Partially satisfies WL CCR and satisfies CP ACE.

SPA 227 Off-Campus Spanish Conv. & Culture 1.00 An immersion experience in a Spanish-speaking country. Focus is on many aspects of the culture of the particular country and oral expression in order to facilitate daily life functions, greater intercultural understanding and effective interactions. Offered spring term. Prerequisite: Spa 219 or placement above 219 and permission of the instructor. May be repeated once for credit. After taking Spa 227, Spa 228 cannot be taken for credit. Partially satisfies WL CCR.

SPA 228 On-Campus Convers.:Contemp Context 1.00 Intensive work in oral expression, focusing on practical situations and contemporary issues, by means of a variety of texts. Prerequisite: Spa 219 or placement above 219 or permission of the instructor. May precede Spa 227, but may not be taken after 227. Partially satisfies WL CCR.

SPA 230 Spanish Culture & Civilization 1.00 An examination of the economic, social, political, artistic, and intellectual history of Spain from Pre-history to the contemporary period. The course examines not only Spain but also its influences from and on the rest of the world. Offered alternate years. Prerequisite: SPA 227 or 228 or permission of instructor. Partially satisfies the WL CCR. Partially satisfies the HS CCR.

SPA 231 Spanish American Cult./Civil. 1.00 Reading, discussion and presentation of the social, economic, geographic, and political structure of contemporary Spanish America, as well as a study of the area’s history and artistic expression through the centuries. Prerequisite: Spa 227 or 228 or permission of instructor. Partially satisfies WL CCR and satisfies CP ACE.

SPA 233 Spanish for Healthcare Providers 1.00 An advanced-intermediate level Spanish class that provides students interested in health services the linguistic and cultural knowledge necessary to ensure successful communication when assisting the Latino community. Prerequisite: Spa 219 or permission of instructor.

SPA 319 Stylistics and Composition 1.00 An intensive study and written application of the intricate details of grammar necessary for advanced students. Prerequisite: Spa 227 or 228. Partially satisfies WL CCR.

SPA 320 Intro to Literature in Spanish 1.00 An introduction to the literary genres of prose fiction, poetry, and drama, using as example readings from both Spanish and Spanish American literature. The student will learn the terminology used in discussion of the respective genres as well as critical methods of approach. Prerequisite: Spa 227, 228, 230 or 231. Although only 1 of these courses is required, it is recommended that students take 2 of these courses before enrolling in 320 if at all possible. Partially satisfies LA CCR.

SPA 321 Latin American Society through Film 1.00 Advanced course in Spanish that examines how films reflect and shape discourses on race, gender, sexuality, history, music and politics in Latin America. Prerequisite: Spa 320. Counts toward Film Studies minor. Satisfies CP ACE. Partially satisfies the LA CCR.

SPA 322 Reading Spanish Film 1.00 This course explores several cultural themes that are prevalent in Spain and in the world at large, such as women and gender, immigration, collective memory, modernity, and globalization. Spanish films are examined in connection with the social, political, and historical context. Prerequisite: Spa 320. Counts toward Film Studies minor. Partially satisfies LA CCR.

SPA 327 Studies in the Cultures of Spain 1.00 A study of selected topics related to the cultures of Spain using cultural narratives present in a wide variety of expressive forms. Content may vary. May be repeated for credit with permission of instructor. Prerequisite: Spa 320. Partially satisfies LA CCR.

SPA 328 Contemporary Spain 1.00 Introduction to contemporary Spanish history, politcs, and culture through the analysis of historical documents, literary texts, and artistic manifestations. Prerequisite: Spa 320. Not open to students with prior credit in 428. Partially satisfies LA CCR.

SPA 329 Women and Gender in Spain 1.00 This course introduces important female authors and artists from the Middle Ages to the 21st century from both within and outside the Spanish Canon, focusing especially on the authors’ response to their political, social, and cultural context. Students will learn about Spanish culture and society through the lens of women’s experiences and struggles for social justice. Prerequisite: Spa 320. Not open to student's with prior credit in 429. Partially satisfies LA CCR.

SPA 330 Latin American Identities/Cultures 1.00 An exploration of Latin American realities through various genres (myths, legends, chronicles, essays, films and documentaries), from pre-Columbian, discovery, conquest, and colonial periods up to independence and recent times. Prerequisites: Spa 320. Not open to students with prior credit in 430. Satisfies CP ACE. Partially satisfies LA CCR.

SPA 331 Latin American Lit./Popular Culture 1.00 A survey of contemporary topics such as national identity, gender relations, political action, and indigenous movements in Latin American distinctive narratives as found in political cartoons, music, films, documentaries, and contemporary social media. Prerequisite: Spa 320. Not open to students with prior credit in 431. Satisfies CP ACE. Partially satisfies LA CCR.

SPA 336 Medieval & Golden Age Spain 1.00 A variety of historical documents, literary texts and artistic manifestations will be analyzed to understand a society that produced rogues, heroes, saints, pilgrims and inquisitors. Concepts such as diversity (religious, cultural, ethnic), nationalism, empire, honor, myth and deceit will be explored. Prerequisite: Spa 320. Not open to students with prior credit in 436. Partially satisfies LA CCR.

SPA 337 Latin American Lit. and Culture 1.00 A study of selected topics related to literature and culture of Latin America. Content may vary. May be repeated for credit with permission of instructor. Partially satisfies LA CCR.

SPA 339 The Clash of Cultures 1.00 A survey of texts detailing the indigenous experience during the process of cultural hybridization brought about by Spanish colonization of the Caribbean, Mesoamerica, and the Andes in the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries. Texts and authors may include the Popul Vuh, Fray Bartolomé de last Casas, Guamán Poma de Ayala, Nezahualcóyotl, Colón, Díaz del Castillo, and the Inca Garcilaso de la Vega. Prerequisite: Spa 320. Not open to student with prior credit in 439. Satisfies CP ACE.Partially satisfies LA CCR.

SPA 428 Advanced Contemporary Spain 1.00 Advanced study of contemporary Spanish history, politics, and culture through the analysis of historical documents, literary texts, and artistic manifestations. Partially satisfies LA CCR.

SPA 429 Advanced Women and Gender in Spain 1.00 Advanced analysis of important female authors and artists from the Middle Ages to the 21st century from both within and outside the Spanish Canon, focusing especially on the authors’ response to their political, social, and cultural context. Students will learn about Spanish culture and society through the lens of women’s experiences and struggles for social justice. Not open to student's with prior credit in 329. Partially satisfies LA CCR.

SPA 430 Adv. Latin Am. Identities/Cultures 1.00 An in-depth survey of Latin American realities through various genres (myths, legends, chronicles, essays, films and documentaries), from pre-Columbian, discovery, conquest, and colonial periods up to independence and recent times. Prerequisites: Spa 320 and one additional 300-level course in Spanish above 320. Not open to students with prior credit in 330. Satisfies CP ACE. Partially satisfies LA CCR.

SPA 431 Adv. Latin Am. Lit./Popular Culture 1.00 An in-depth survey of contemporary topics such as national identity, gender relations, political action, and indigenous movements in Latin American distinctive narratives as found in political cartoons, music, films, documentaries, and contemporary social media. Prerequisite: Spa 320 and one additional 300-level course in Spanish above 320. Not open to students with prior credit in 331. Satisfies CP ACE. Partially satisfies LA CCR

SPA 436 Adv. Medieval & Golden Age Spain 1.00 Advanced analysis of a variety of historical documents, literary texts and artistic manifestations will be analyzed to understand a society that produced rogues, heroes, saints, pilgrims and inquisitors. Concepts such as diversity (religious, cultural, ethnic), nationalism, empire, honor, myth and deceit will be explored. Prerequisite: Spa 320 and one additional course above Spa 320. Not open to students with prior credit in 336. Partially satisfies LA CCR.

SPA 439 Advanced Clash of Cultures 1.00 An in-depth survey of texts detailing the indigenous experience during the process of cultural hybridization brought about by Spanish colonization of the Caribbean, Mesoamerica, and the Andes in the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries. Texts and authors may include the Popul Vuh, Fray Bartolomé de last Casas, Guamán Poma de Ayala, Nezahualcóyotl, Colón, Díaz del Castillo, and the Inca Garcilaso de la Vega. Prerequisite: Spa 320 and one additional 300-level course in Spanish above 320. Not open to student with prior credit in 339. Satisfiies CP ACE, Partially satisfies LA CCR.