Courses
LSPN-111 P5 Elementary Spanish I (3)
The introductory two-course sequence is designed to cover thoroughly the basic elements of Spanish structure and to introduce the student to a variety of cultural aspects of the Spanish-speaking world. Although all four language skills are developed, the active skills of speaking and understanding are emphasized. This course is the first part of the elementary sequence; students are highly advised to continue with LSPN 112 in the following semester to avoid the loss of language structures.
PLACEMENT: No previous study of Spanish or up to 2 years (Level II) of Spanish study in high school.Typically offered:
Attributes: P5 YLIB
Fall, Spring & SummerLSPN-112 P5 Elementary Spanish II (3)
The introductory two-course sequence is designed to cover thoroughly the basic elements of Spanish structure and to introduce the student to a variety of cultural aspects of the Spanish-speaking world. Although all four language skills are developed, the active skills of speaking and understanding are emphasized. This course is the second part of the elementary sequence.
PLACEMENT: This course requires the previous completion of LSPN 111, or college credit earned for Spanish at the 111 level, or at least 3 years (Level III) of Spanish study in high school, or qualifying score on placement test if the language was learned at home.Typically offered:
Attributes: P5 YLIB
Fall, Spring & Summer
Pre-requisites: -LSPN-211 P5 Intermediate Spanish I (3)
The intermediate two-course sequence is designed to strengthen and advance student’s communication abilities in Spanish as well as intercultural competencies. This is a bridge course between lower and upper division Spanish classes designed to provide a review and expansion of the four communicative skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) with an emphasis on Spanish grammar acquisition and vocabulary building. Cultural awareness is emphasized through the use of authentic materials from the diverse cultures and geographies of the Spanish-speaking world.
PLACEMENT: This course requires the previous completion of LSPN 112, or college credit earned for Spanish at the 112 level, or at least 4 years (Level IV) of Spanish study in high school, or qualifying score on placement test if the language was learned at home.Typically offered:
Attributes: P5 YLIB
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Pre-requisites: -LSPN-212 P5 Intermediate Spanish II (3)
The intermediate two-course sequence is designed to strengthen and advance student’s communication abilities in Spanish as well as intercultural competencies. This is a bridge course between lower and upper division Spanish classes designed to provide a review and expansion of the four communicative skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) with an emphasis on Spanish grammar acquisition and vocabulary building. Cultural awareness is emphasized through the use of authentic materials from the diverse cultures and geographies of the Spanish-speaking world.
Attributes: P5 YLIB
PLACEMENT: This course requires the previous completion of LSPN 211, or college credit earned for Spanish at the 211 level, or at least 5 years (Level V) of Spanish study in high school, or qualifying score on placement test if the language was learned at home.
Pre-requisites: -LSPN-213 The Spanish-Speaking World (3)
Students will explore the material and human diversity of the Spanish-speaking world through examples from geography, culture, history, politics, visual media, linguistics, current events, architecture, and everyday life. The course emphasizes cross-cultural interactions among Spain, Latin America, and the United States. Students will develop intercultural competence and intermediate communicative proficiency in Spanish through speaking, listening, reading, and writing activities. Taught in Spanish. Recommended prior experience or coursework: While the course has no formal prerequisite, students are expected to have completed at least four years of high school Spanish or earned college credit for Elementary Spanish II (112) or an equivalent level. Students who are unsure of their proficiency level, or who have learned Spanish at home, are encouraged to take Fisher’s placement test for appropriate placement. For questions or concerns about placement, students are welcome to contact the instructor.
Attributes: YLIBLSPN-214 Conversational Review (3)
This highly interactive, student-centered course is designed to help you improve your oral communication skills in Spanish. The course focuses on broadening vocabulary and increasing oral fluency and accuracy through grammar review and a focus on major communicative functions at the intermediate level. PLACEMENT: This course requires the previous completion of LSPN 112, or college credit earned for Spanish at the 112 level, or at least 4 years (Level IV) of Spanish study in high school, or qualifying score on placement test if the language was learned at home.
Attributes: YLIBLSPN-219 Spanish for the Workplace (3)
This intermediate course is designed to use job specific Spanish for students who wish to communicate more effectively with members of the Spanish-speaking population while on the job, in public situations, and at the workplace. Topics include legal system, community and law enforcement, banking and finance, housing and real estate, technology and mass communication, human resources. Required background experience: At least 4 years (Level IV) of high school Spanish, or at least 2 semesters of college Spanish, or transfer credit earned at the 112 level, or qualifying score on placement exam.
Attributes: YLIBLSPN-230P P1 Hisp/Latino-Film&Lit (3)
This course examines the images of and the attitudes toward Spanish-speaking peoples within Hispanic/Latino communities in the United States and in the rest of the world. Films and works of literature will be studied as sources of information, and students will investigate and analyze the portrayal of Hispanic/Latino peoples in literary and cinematic media. Includes both written and oral presentations. All films in Spanish with English subtitles. Taught in Spanish.
PLACEMENT: This course requires the previous completion of LSPN 211, or college credit earned for Spanish at the 211 level, or at least 5 years (Level V) of Spanish study in high school, or qualifying score on placement test if the language was learned at home.Typically offered:
Attributes: ISRS P1 WGST YLIB
Fall
Pre-requisites: -LSPN-232 Spanish for Business I (3)
This two-course sequence introduces essential and practical vocabulary specifically pertaining to the worlds of business, accounting, and finance. There is a review of basic grammar in order to enhance effective communication skills. We will present typical situations that business professionals may encounter at their workplace, through business travel, and with business partners abroad. Through oral, visual, and written practice students will achieve practical use of Spanish within the business world. Taught in Spanish. PLACEMENT: This course requires the previous completion of LSPN 112, or college credit earned for Spanish at the 112 level, or at least 4 years (Level IV) of Spanish study in high school, or qualifying score on placement test if the language was learned at home.
Attributes: YLIBLSPN-233 Spanish for Business II (3)
This course is the second part of the sequence. We will continue learning vocabulary as it pertains to banking, accounting, and finance while also applying Spanish grammar. A focus will be to apply learned concepts through the use of dialogues, interviews, and community outreach. It is also important for students to build cultural awareness in doing business abroad as well as in Spanish-speaking communities in the United States. A Community-Engaged Learning experience will be embedded in the course. By the end of the course, students will feel confident using their Spanish business, communicative skills in the professional world.
Attributes: YLIB
Pre-requisites: LSPN-232 D-LSPN-235 ConverSpan Health I (3)
This two-course sequence facilitates effective communication between patients and their healthcare professionals (nurses, physicians, psychologists, pharmacists, counselors, and administrative staff) through emphasis on basic, practical language needed to communicate with Spanish-speaking patients and their families in various settings. This course is the first part of the sequence. Taught in Spanish.
PLACEMENT: This course requires the previous completion of LSPN 112, or college credit earned for Spanish at the 112 level, or at least 4 years (Level IV) of Spanish study in high school, or qualifying score on placement test if the language was learned at home.
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Attributes: YLIB
Fall
Pre-requisites: -LSPN-236 Conver Span Health II (3)
This two-course sequence facilitates effective communication between patients and their healthcare professionals (nurses, physicians, psychologists, pharmacists, counselors, and administrative staff) through an emphasis on the basic practical language needed to communicate with Spanish-speaking patients and their families in various settings. A Community-Engaged Learning experience will be embedded in the course. This course is the second part of the sequence.
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Attributes: YLIB
Spring
Pre-requisites: LSPN-235 D-LSPN-311 Advanced Spanish (3)
This course offers continued, advanced level work in speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills through a variety of cultural materials and projects. Taught in Spanish.
Attributes: YLIB
PLACEMENT: This course requires the previous completion of LSPN 212, or college credit earned for Spanish at the 212 level, or at least 6 years of Spanish study at any time, or qualifying score on placement test if the language was learned at home.
Pre-requisites: -LSPN-312 Spanish Conversation (3)
This course aims to improve oral skills and fluent use of the language through class discussions, simulation, interviews, and other interactive activities. Students put into practice key elements of communication in standard spoken Spanish. Taught in Spanish.
Attributes: YLIB
PLACEMENT: This course requires the previous completion of LSPN 212, or college credit earned for Spanish at the 212 level, or at least 6 years of Spanish study at any time, or qualifying score on placement test if the language was learned at home.
Pre-requisites: -LSPN-318 NYC in Hispanic Lit & Film (3)
Considered by many as the “Center of the World” in the 20th century, New York City has also become a gathering place for numerous artists from around the globe. This course examines the representations of New York City in selected texts, films, music, and other cultural expressions by Spanish, Latin American, and Latino artists. Taught in Spanish.
Attributes: YLIB
PLACEMENT: This course requires the previous completion of LSPN 212, or college credit earned for Spanish at the 212 level, or at least 6 years of Spanish study at any time, or qualifying score on placement test if the language was learned at home.
Pre-requisites: -LSPN-320 Readings in Hispanic Lit (3)
This course develops students’ language skills as well as cultural awareness through a selection of representative works of the literatures of Spain and Latin America, with an emphasis on authors from the 1800s to the present. Students read and discuss a variety of genres (fiction, poetry, drama, and nonfiction) which illustrates the diversity and power of literary texts. Close reading and critical thinking will provide a broader understanding of cultural and social realities on both sides of the Atlantic. Taught in Spanish.
Attributes: YLIB
PLACEMENT: This course requires the previous completion of LSPN 212, or college credit earned for Spanish at the 212 level, or at least 6 years of Spanish study at any time, or qualifying score on placement test if the language was learned at home.
Pre-requisites: -LSPN-340 Topics in Hispanic Studies (3)
Advanced course examining a specific topic or area in linguistic, literary, or cultural studies in the Spanish-speaking world. Course content will vary. May be repeated for credit when topic is different. Taught in Spanish.
PLACEMENT: This course requires the previous completion of LSPN 212, or college credit earned for Spanish at the 212 level, or at least 6 years of Spanish study at any time, or qualifying score on placement test if the language was learned at home.
202501 Section 01: Topic: Spanglish Vibes: Jamming with Language in the USA
This course explores the influence of Spanish in the United States, examining the structures and forms of Spanish varieties within the country, as well as analyzing Spanish in contact with English across different dialects. Topics include Spanish as a heritage language, its teaching and maintenance, code-switching, borrowing, and bilingualism. Through lectures, discussions, and interactive activities, students will develop critical thinking skills essential for navigating our interconnected world, fostering empathy, and promoting cross-cultural communication and understanding. Furthermore, active participation in local initiatives such as language exchange programs and cultural events enhances students’ understanding of the dynamic interplay between Spanish and English in the USA, deepening their grasp of the linguistic complexities inherent in American society.
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Attributes: YLIB
Fall
Pre-requisites: -LSPN-360 Intro to Translation (3)
This course is designed to be an introduction to the main concepts and methods of translation both into and from the target language. The course provides students with hands-on manipulation of grammatical, lexical, and cultural aspects through the practice of translation. It also examines This course is designed to be an introduction to the main concepts and methods of translation both into and from the target language. The course provides students with hands-on manipulation of grammatical, lexical, and cultural aspects through the practice of translation. It also examines several specialized uses of Spanish (scientific, financial, legal, literary, etc.). Taught in Spanish
Attributes: YLIB
PLACEMENT: This course requires the previous completion of LSPN 212, or college credit earned for Spanish at the 212 level, or at least 6 years of Spanish study at any time, or qualifying score on placement test if the language was learned at home.LSPN-374 Exploring Spain (3)
This course immerses students in an analysis of Spanish history, geography, culture, civilization, and the arts. Through readings, lectures, interviews, and debates, students engage in discussions to explore the rich and varied cultural heritage of Spain.
Attributes: YLIBLSPN-440 Sem in Hispanic Studies (3)
Advanced seminar examining a specific topic or area in linguistic, literary, or cultural studies in the Spanish-speaking world. Course content will vary. May be repeated for credit.
Fall 2020 Topic: Spanish Linguistics
Attributes: YLIB
This course offers an overview of the main areas of the field, including semantics, history of the language, dialectology, sociolinguistics, and second language acquisition. It also exposes students to the different varieties of the Spanish-speaking world.LSPN-490 Internship (1 TO 3)
Enables students to apply and enhance their language usage at a work setting and to fulfill the requirements for the Spanish for Health Professions minor or certificate.
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Attributes: YLIB
VariableLSPN-496 Independent Study (1 TO 3)
This course provides the opportunity for investigation of a special topic or project of interest to a student and a supervising Spanish faculty member. Students must contact the faculty member and request permission to register. Students must complete prepare a course proposal. Completion of the Independent Study/Tutorial Authorization form is required.
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Attributes: YLIB
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