Spanish

Spanish

Academics at Hanover:

Courses
Faculty

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

The Old Jealous Man – A Spanish Department Film

The Old Jealous Man (El viejo celoso) is a 30-minute student film adaptation of Cervantes’s classic interlude, performed in Spanish with English subtitles. Directed by Elizabeth Winters and Alejandra Rodríguez, the production showcases the wit and humor of Cervantes through the talents of Hanover College students.

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 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.

SPA 229 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 if the two courses differ significantly in content and location.

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 260 Special Topics 1.00 Not recommended if student has prior credit in Spa 320. Prerequisite: Spa 219.

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 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 357 Internship: 1.00 Off-campus supervised experience in Spanish. Satisfies W2 ACE.

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 457 Internship: 1.00 Satisfies W2 ACE.

SPA 471 Senior Thesis 1.00 Each student will choose a topic, carry out the research and write an extensive paper in Spanish. Satisfies W2 ACE.

Faculty

James Buckwalter Professor of Spanish 812-866-6118 buckwalter@hanover.edu

Alejandra Juno Rodriguez Villar Associate Professor of Spanish 812-866-7207 rodriguezvillar@hanover.edu

Fernanda Zullo Professor of Spanish 812-866-7304 zullo@hanover.edu

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