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Raymond Eichmann, Chair of Department, 425 Kimpel Hall, 575-2951

Professors Cory, Eichmann, Hanlin, Haydar, Levine, Pritchett, Ricker, Williams • Professors Emeriti Falke, Fernandezm • Associate Professors Bell, Christiansen, Davis, Fredrick, Horton, Restrepo, Tucker, Turner • Associate Professors Emeritae Bergal, Ford, Hassel, Jarvis • Research Associate Professor Cornell • Assistant Professors Arenberg, Condray, Fukushima, Jones, Summers • Assistant Professor Emerita Rudolph • Instructors Rozier, Xu

The foreign language requirement among the basic courses is satisfied by successful completion of a course numbered 2013 for all B.A. degree candidates and of a course numbered 2003 level for all B.S. and B.F.A. degree candidates; and 1013 for B.M. degree candidates. Students who, on the basis of prior knowledge of language, omit one or more courses in the basic language sequence (1013-2013) may receive college credit for omitted courses if they validate their higher placement by passing an advanced course with a grade of "C" or above. Credit will be awarded at the request of the student when filed by application to the foreign language department office.

Restrictions: (a) Conversation courses (3033, 4033) and correspondence courses may not be used to validate such prior knowledge; (b) No degree credit (graduation credit) is awarded for a foreign language 1003 course to students in Fulbright College continuing the language begun in high school, either by val-idation or regular registration.

Requirement for a Major in a Foreign Language: (University and College requirements for the Bachelor of Arts.)

FRENCH: 24 hours in French in courses numbered 3000 or above with a minimum grade of "C" in each course. Specific courses required are FREN 3113, 4003, 4033, 4213, 4223 and 4233.

GERMAN: 24 hours in German in courses numbered 3000 or above with a minimum grade of "C" in each course. Specific courses required are GERM 3003, 3013, 4003, 4213, 4223, three hours of conversation (3033 or 4033) and six hours of literature.

SPANISH: 27 hours in Spanish in courses numbered 3000 or above with a minimum grade of "C" in each course. Specific courses required are SPAN 3003, 3033, 3103, 3113 and 4003. The remaining 12 hours are to be selected from among other 4000-level offerings, in consultation with the major adviser. Students considering future graduate work in Spanish are strongly advised to take both the Spanish and Latin American literature surveys (SPAN 4103 and 4133).

Writing Requirement: The college writing requirement may be satisfied by a term paper or other written work submitted for an upper-division foreign language literature class approved by the chair of the department.

For majors in Greek and Latin, see Classical Studies.

Requirements for a Minor in Foreign Languages:

FRENCH: 15 hours in coures numbered 3000 or above. Specific courses required are FREN 4003, three hours of French Composition and three hours of literature.

GERMAN: 15 hours in courses numbered 3000 or above. Specific courses required are GERM 3003, 4003, 4213, and three hours of literature.

SPANISH: 15 hours in courses numbered 3000 or above. Specific courses required are 3003, 3103 and 4003 with six additional hours selected in consultation with the Spanish adviser.

Requirements for a Minor in Foreign Languages with a Business Orientation:

FRENCH: Coures required are FREN 3003, 3103, 4003, 4033 and 4333.

SPANISH: Courses required are SPAN 3003, 3033, 3103, 4003 and 4333.

In some cases, specific course requirements may be adjusted to the individual needs of the candidate with the permission of the Spanish adviser.

For information on advanced degrees in foreign languages, see the Graduate School Catalog.

Requirements for Honors in Foreign Languages: The Honors Program in Foreign Languages provides an opportunity for upper-division undergraduate students to participate in projects of a scholarly nature. Honors candidates do independent study and research under the direction of the foreign language faculty. Outstanding achievement is recognized by the awarding of the B.A. degree in a specific language or languages with the distinction "Language Scholar Cum Laude." Higher degree distinctions are recommended only in truly exceptional cases and are based upon the whole of the candidate's program of honors studies.

In addition to meeting the eligibility standards determined by the Fulbright College Honors Council, candidates must

1. demonstrate an intelligent and responsive command of a minimal number of literary monuments.

2. demonstrate a satisfactory knowledge within the non-literary areas of the target culture,

3. demonstrate an acceptable level of proficiency in the four skills of their language,

4. complete a minimum of six hours of honors work in the chosen language,

5. submit by the final semester of their senior year evidence of substantial independent study,

6. present themselves toward the end of the final semester of their senior year for an oral examination administered by an Honors Council committee.

Foreign Language (B.A.) Teacher Certification Requirements:

1. Complete a minimum of 24 hours in primary field.

2. Complete Pre-Education (ASED) minor. (See page 100.)

3. Pass Oral Proficiency Examination in French, German, Russian, and Spanish equivalent to Mid-Intermediate Rating on the ACTFL/ETS test (taken at end of senior year).

4. The following courses are specifically required for certification:

HLSC 1002, Wellness Concepts, and PEAC 1621, Fitness Concepts, OR HLSC 1103, Personal Health & Safety

5. Earn a "C" or better in ENGL 1013, ENGL 1023, ENGL 2003 (or ENGL 2013, or exemption by grades or test), COMM 1313, and MATH 1203 (or any higher mathematics course).

FOREIGN LANGUAGE (FLAN)

For specific languages, see the alphabetical listing.

FLAN3002 Health and Life Sciences Terminology (IR) A systematic introduction to the Greek and Latin components of terminology used in the health and life sciences. Recommended for majors in zoology, chemistry, biology, botany, pre-med, pre-dent, pre-vet, pre-nursing, and other health-related fields.

FLAN302V Translation Workshop (1-3) (IR) Introduction to translation as a literary form, dealing with the problems involved in interpreting a text and recreating it in English. (Same as ENGL 302)

FLAN3173 Introduction to Linguistics (IR) Introduction to language study with stress upon modern linguistic theory and analysis. Data drawn from various languages reveal linguistic universals as well as phonological, syntactic, and semantic systems of individual languages. Related topics: language history, dialectology, language and its relation to culture and society, the history of linguistic scholarship. (Same as ANTH 3173, COMM 3173, ENGL 3173) Prerequisite: junior standing.

FLAN3923H Honors Colloquium (IR) Covers a special topic or issue, offered as part of the honors program. May be repeated. Prerequisite: honors candidacy (not restricted to candidacy in foreign languages).

FLAN398V Special Studies (1-3) (IR) A course (not independent study) which covers a topic or author not usually presented in depth in regular courses. (Same as ENGL 398) May be repeated.

FLAN4003 Special Language I (FA) Under the number, various oriental, African, or other less commonly-taught languages will be offered from year to year. Prerequisite: junior standing.

FLAN4013 Special Languages II (SP) Continuation of Special Language I. Prerequisite: FLAN 4003 or equivalent.

FLAN423V Culture and Civilization: Field Studies (1-6) (IR) May be taken by students participating in overseas workstudy programs approved by the department.

FLAN4713 Language and Culture (FA, SP, SU) Anthropological approaches to the description and analysis of languages and their extension into ethnographic semantics with emphasis on cognitive models and their sociological correlates. (Same as ANTH 4713, COMM 4713)

FLAN5023 Language and Technology (IR) This course provides graduate students of foreign languages with innovative ways to teach and communicate through the use of technology as applied to second language learning. Topics of discussion include Instructional Systems Design, Web-Based Technologies, Video Taping and Editing, Presentation Technologies, and Effective Utilization of Technological Tools in Language Courses.

FLAN504V Translation Workshop (1-6) (IR) Problems of translation and the role of the translator as both scholar and creative writer; involves primarily the discussion in workshop of the translations of poetry, drama, and fiction done by the students, some emphasis upon comparative studies of existing translations of well-known works. Primary material will vary. (Same as ENGL 5043) Prerequisite: reading knowledge of a foreign language.

FLAN505V Workshop (1-3) (IR) Specialized professional problems and topics in foreign language based career areas. May be repeated for 3 hours.

FLAN5063 Teaching Foreign Languages on the College Level (IR) Focus on basic methodological concepts and their practical application to college foreign language instruction.

FLAN5083 Developments in Second Language Teaching (IR) A review of techniques, strategies, and methodologies and a survey of recent developments in second language teaching.

FLAN575V Special Investigations (1-6) (FA, SP) May be repeated for 6 hours.

FRENCH (FREN)

FREN1003 Elementary French I (FA, SP)

FREN1013 Elementary French II (FA, SP) Elementary courses stress correct pronunciation, aural comprehension, and simple speaking ability, and lead to active mastery of basic grammar and limited reading ability. Prerequisite: FREN 1003 or equivalent.

FREN1016 Intensive Elementary French (FA, SP, SU) Equivalent to 1003 and 1013. Stresses aural comprehension and practical speaking ability. Reading, writing, and grammar in support of communication skills.

FREN2003 Intermediate French I (FA, SP) Intermediate courses lead to greater facility in spoken language and to more advanced reading skills. Prerequisite: FREN 1013 or equivalent. UNIVERSITY CORE COURSE

FREN2013 Intermediate French II (FA, SP) Continued development of basic speaking comprehension and writing skills and intensive development of reading skills. Prerequisite: FREN 2003 or equivalent.

FREN2016 Intensive Intermediate French (FA, SP, SU) Equivalent to FREN 2003 and 2013. Stresses aural comprehension and practical speaking ability. Reading, writing, and grammar in support of communication skills. Prerequisite: FREN 1013 or equivalent.

FREN2013H Honors Intermediate French II (FA, SP)

FREN3003 Advanced French (FA, SP, SU) Further intensive practice for the purpose of strengthening written and oral expression. Includes a review of the essentials of French grammar. Prerequisite: FREN 2013 or equivalent.

FREN3033 French Conversation (FA) Three hours per week of guided conversation practice for the post-intermediate student. Prerequisite: FREN 2013.

FREN3063 Ph.D. Reading Requirement I (SU)

FREN3103 Cultural Readings (FA, SP, SU) A course designed to build vocabulary and to strengthen reading skills and oral expression through extensive practice with culturally authentic materials. Prerequisite: FREN 2013.

FREN3113 Introduction to Literature (FA, SP, SU) Further development of reading skills and introduction to literacy commentary and analysis. Prerequisite: FREN 3003 or FREN 3103.

FREN399VH Honors French Course (1-6) (FA, SP) May be repeated for 12 hours. Prerequisite: junior standing.

FREN4003 French Grammar and Composition (FA) Prerequisite: FREN 3003 or FREN 3103.

FREN4033 French for Oral Proficiency (SP) Three hours per week of conversation practice for the advanced undergraduate. Prerequisite: FREN 3003 or FREN 3103.

FREN4063 Applied Linguistics: Phonology, Morphology, and Syntax (FA) Prerequisite: FREN 3003 and FREN 3103.

FREN4113 Special Themes in French Literature (IR) Topics not normally covered in period courses. Sample topics: "The Comic Tradition in French Literature," "French Cinema." Topics announced one semester in advance. Prerequisite: FREN 3113.

FREN4203 Quebec Studies (IR) A study of Quebec's culture, institutions, economy, literature and cinema. Prerequisite: FREN 3113.

FREN4203H Honors Quebec Studies (IR) A study of Quebec's culture, institutions, economy, literature and cinema. Prerequisite: FREN 3113.

FREN4213 French Civilization (SP) Prerequisite: FREN 3113.

FREN4223 A Survey of French Literature I (FA, SP, SU) A survey of French literature, its forms and themes from the medieval period through the 18th century. Prerequisite: FREN 3113.

FREN4233 A Survey of French Literature II (FA, SP, SU) A survey of French literature, its forms and themes in the 19th and 20th centuries. Prerequisite: FREN 3113.

FREN4333 Business French (FA) Introduction and orientation to the French world of business and commerce through the study of vocabulary, forms, and formulas and expression used in commercial correspondence. Prerequisite: FREN 3113.

FREN4343 Business French: Quebec (SP) Introduction to French Business Language in the context of North America, focusing on Quebec and its economy. May be repeated for 6 hours. Prerequisite: FREN 3113

FREN475V Special Investigations (1-6) (FA, SP) May be repeated.

FREN5003 French Grammar and Phonetics (IR) Systematic review of principles of French grammar and syntax; Comprehensive presentation of French phonetics.

FREN5013 French Stylistics and Advanced Composition (IR) Analysis of genres and stylistic choices available in written French. Intensive practice in composition especially as it relates to graduate-level courses.

FREN5033 Advanced French Conversation (IR) This course will provide small discussion environment in which graduate students will improve their command of spoken French in an interactive setting. Discussion will concentrate on current cultural issues in the French speaking world.

FREN5213 French Culture & Civilization (IR) An analysis of French cultural symbols and attitudes as observed in their historical economical, political, social, educational, and linguistic aspects.

FREN5233 Advanced Business French (IR) The purpose of this course is to provide insight into both the language and the culture of the French-speaking business world, primarily in metropolitan France. The course is primarily an advanced language course focused on a specialized and technical vocabulary and subject matter, drawn from the world of business.

FREN5333 Old French Literature (IR) An intensive study of French Medieval Literature from the Chansons de Geste to Vilon, including an in-depth analysis of the genres and their evolution, and of the major authors of the times.

FREN5433 French 16th Century Literature (IR) A survey of representative writers of the sixteenth century.

FREN5533 French 17th Century Theatre (IR)

FREN5543 French 17th Century Literature (IR) A survey of representative writers of the seventeenth century.

FREN5673 French 18th Century Literature (IR)

FREN5703 Special Topics (IR) May be offered in a subject not specifically covered by the courses otherwise listed. May be repeated for 6 hours.

FREN5723 The Development of French Romanticism (IR)

FREN575V Special Investigations (1-6) (IR) May be repeated.

FREN5783 The French Nineteenth Century Novel (IR)

FREN5813 French 20th Century Theatre (IR)

FREN5823 French 20th Century Literature (IR) A survey of representative writers of the twentieth century.

FREN5833 French 20th Century Novel (IR)

FREN600V Master's Thesis (1-6) (IR)

GERMAN (GERM)

GERM1003 Elementary German I (FA, SP)

GERM1013 Elementary German II (FA, SP) Elementary courses stress correct pronunciation, aural comprehension, and simple speaking ability, and lead to active mastery of basic grammar and limited reading ability. Prerequisite: GERM 1003 or equivalent.

GERM2003 Intermediate German I (FA, SP) Intermediate courses lead to greater facility in spoken language and to more advanced reading skills. Prerequisite: GERM 1013 or equivalent. UNIVERSITY CORE COURSE

GERM2013 Intermediate German II (FA, SP) Continued development of basic speaking comprehension and writing skills and intensive development of reading skills. Prerequisite: GERM 2003 or equivalent.

GERM2013H Honors Intermediate German II (FA, SP)

GERM3003 German Practical Communication (FA) Grammar review and reading and writing practice based on texts from the popular media and excerpts from business and scientific/technical literature. Writing of business and social letters, summaries, descriptions, and reports. Translation exercises. Course conducted in German. Prerequisite: GERM 2013.

GERM3013 Introduction to Literature (FA) Development of reading skills and introduction to literary analysis. Prerequisite: GERM 2013 or equivalent.

GERM3033 Conversation (SP) Three hours per week of guided conversation practice for the post-intermediate student. Prerequisite: GERM 2013.

GERM3063 Ph.D. Reading Requirement (SU)

GERM399VH German Honors Course (1-6) (FA, SP) May be repeated for 12 hours. Prerequisite: junior standing.

GERM4003 Advanced Composition and Stylistics (SP) Stylistic analysis of excerpts from contemporary German texts. Review of salient grammar points. Composition practice and translation exercises. Prerequisite: GERM 3003.

GERM4033 Conversation (SP) Three hours per week of conversation practice for the advanced undergraduate. Prerequisite: GERM 2013.

GERM4123 The German Novelle (IR) An intensive study of the novelle as a genre from its origin to the present. Prerequisite: GERM 3013.

GERM4133 The German Drama (IR) A study of the development of the forms and themes of the German drama from the middle ages to the present. Prerequisite: GERM 3013.

GERM4143 German Lyric Poetry (IR) A study of the forms and themes of German lyric poetry from the middle ages to the present. Prerequisite: GERM 3013.

GERM4213 German Civilization (IR) Prerequisite: GERM 2013 or equivalent.

GERM4223 German-Speaking Countries in the 20th Century (FA, SP, SU) Continues the introduction to German culture and civilization begun with GERM 4213 with emphasis on the emergence in the 20th century contemporary Austria, Switzerland, and a unified Germany.

GERM470V Special Topics (1-3) (IR) May be offered in a topic not specifically covered by courses otherwise listed. May be repeated for 6 hours.

GERM475V Special Investigations (1-6) (FA, SP) May be repeated.

GERM5223 Early German Literature: Middle Ages to the Enlightenment (FA, SP, SU)

GERM5273 German Literature: Enlightenment, Storm and Stress, and Classicism (FA, SP, SU)

GERM5323 German Literature: Romanticism and Realism (FA, SP, SU)

GERM5343 Early Modern German Literature: Late 19th and Early 20th Century (FA, SP, SU)

GERM5363 German Literature after 1945 (FA, SP, SU)

GERM5703 Special Topics (FA, SP, SU) May be offered in a subject not specifically covered by the courses otherwise listed. May be repeated for 6 hours.

GERM575V Special Investigations (1-6) (FA, SP, SU) May be repeated.

GERM600V Master's Thesis (1-6) (FA, SP, SU)

SPANISH (SPAN)

SPAN1003 Elementary Spanish I (FA, SP)

SPAN1013 Elementary Spanish II (FA, SP) Elementary courses stress pronunciation, aural comprehension, and simple speaking ability, and lead to active mastery basic grammar and limited reading ability. Prerequisite: SPAN 1003 or equivalent.

SPAN1016 Intensive Elementary Spanish (FA) Equivalent to 1003 and 1013. Stresses aural comprehension and practical speaking ability. Reading, writing, and grammar in support of communication skills.

SPAN2003 intermediate Spanish I (FA, SP) Intermediate courses lead to greater facility in spoken language and to more advanced reading skills. Prerequisite: SPAN 1013 or equivalent. UNIVERSITY CORE COURSE

SPAN2013 Intermediate Spanish II (FA, SP) Continued development of basic speaking comprehension and writing skills and intensive development of reading skills. Prerequisite: SPAN 2003 or equivalent.

SPAN2016 Intensive Intermediate Spanish (SP) Equivalent to 2003 and 2013. Stresses aural comprehension and practical speaking ability. Reading, writing, and grammar in support of communication skills. Prerequisite: SPAN 1013 or equivalent.

SPAN2013H Honors Intermediate Spanish II (FA, SP) Continued development of basic speaking comprehension and writing skills and intensive development of reading skills. Prerequisite: SPAN 2003 or equivalent.

SPAN3003 Advanced Spanish (FA, SP) Further intensive practice to strengthen written and oral expression. Includes a review of the essentials of Spanish grammar. Prerequisite: SPAN 2013 or equivalent.

SPAN3033 Conversation (FA, SP, SU) Three hours per week of guided conversation practice for the post-intermediate student. Prerequisite: SPAN 3003.

SPAN3063 Intensive Spanish Reading I (SU) A rapid course in the fundamentals of Spanish for advanced students who do not desire to follow the usual curriculum Spanish in the shortest possible time.

SPAN3103 Cultural Readings (FA, SP) A course designed to build vocabulary and to strengthen reading skills and oral expression through extensive practice with culturally authentic materials. Prerequisite: SPAN 2013 or equivalent.

SPAN3113 Introduction to Literature (FA, SP) Further development of reading skills and introduction to literacy commentary and analysis. Prerequisite: (SPAN 3003 and SPAN 3103) or equivalent.

SPAN399VH Honors Spanish Course (1-6) (FA, SP) May be repeated for 12 hours. Prerequisite: junior standing.

SPAN4003 Advanced Grammar (SP) For majors and advanced students covering the problematic areas of Spanish syntax and usage. Prerequisite: SPAN 3003 and SPAN 3103.

SPAN4033 Advanced Conversation (SP) Three hours per week of conversation practice for the advanced undergraduates. Prerequisite: SPAN 3033 and SPAN 4003.

SPAN4063 Applied Linguistics: Phonetics and Phonology (SP) Prerequisite: SPAN 3003.

SPAN4103 Monuments of Spanish Literature (FA) Survey of the major works of Spanish literature from {El Cid{ through the 20th century. Prerequisite: SPAN 3113.

SPAN4133 Survey of Spanish-American Literature (SP) Monuments of Spanish-American literature from the Colonial period to the present, with a concentration on the period from 1888 to the present. Prerequisite: SPAN 3113.

SPAN4213 Spanish Civilization (SP) Prerequisite: SPAN 3113.

SPAN4223 Latin American Civilization (FA) Prerequisite: SPAN 3113.

SPAN4233 Modern Mexico: Culture & Society (FA, SP, SU) A wide-ranging exploration of culture and society in Mexico today, its unity and diversity, as tradition confronts the processes of modernization and globalization. Includes an historical survey, but focuses on contemporary issues, such as relations with U.S. This course will be taught in Spanish. Prerequisite: SPAN 3113.

SPAN4243 Literature and Culture in the Hispanic United States (FA, SP, SU) An exploration of the history and culture, art and politics of the major Hispanic groups in the United States. Focus on contemporary attitudes and issues. Prerequisite: SPAN 3113.

SPAN4253 Latin American Cinema and Society (IR) This course examines key issues in Latin American culture and history through films, documentaries, and literary and cultural texts. Topics included are: Human Rights, Ethnicity, Gender, Revisions of the past. Prerequisite: SPAN 3113.

SPAN4333 Business Spanish I (SP) Enhances ability to relate to Spanish-speaking business environments by providing a solid foundation in vocabulary and discourse related to functional business areas such as organization of a company structure, management, banking and accounting, capital investment, personnel and office systems, production of goods and services, marketing, finance, and import-export. Prerequisite: SPAN 3003.

SPAN4433 Business Spanish II (SP) Reinforces concepts and vocabulary covered in SPAN 4333 and further enhances ability to function in a Spanish-speaking environment by providing instruction in the preparation of written documents such as form letters, communiques, letters of credit, contracts, memoranda, letters of recommendation, dossiers, and order forms. Prerequisite: SPAN 4333.

SPAN470V Special Topics (1-3) (IR) May be offered in a topic not specifically covered by courses otherwise listed. May be repeated for 6 hours.

SPAN475V Special Investigations (1-6) (FA, SP) May be repeated.

SPAN5003 Workshop in Advanced Intensive Spanish (IR) Improvement of language proficiency in areas of listening and speaking. Includes a review of grammar, phonetics, and vocabulary (with cultural enrichment) as needed, with stress on oral practice and presentation. Prerequisite: adequate functional use of the language.

SPAN5013 Advanced Stylistics and Composition (IR) Systematic review of principles of Spanish grammar and syntax and the development of writing skills. Focus on methods of teaching Spanish grammar.

SPAN5203 Medieval Spanish Literature (IR) From the 'Jarchas' to the {Celestina{.

SPAN5233 Golden Age Novel (IR) Major works of Spanish prose fiction from the 16th and 17th centuries, with close reading of major works.

SPAN5243 Golden Age Poetry and Drama (IR) History and development of those genres in the 16th and 17th centuries, with close reading of major works.

SPAN5253 Colonial Literature and Culture (FA, SP, SU) An introductory course to the history, culture and literature of colonial Spanish America from 1492 until 1810. The course will cover representative colonial and indigenous texts and their contexts including Renaissance, Baroque, and travel literature of the Eighteenth Century. The course will be taught in Spanish.

SPAN5273 Nineteenth Century Prose (IR) From the costumbristas through Blasco Iba'n~ez, with emphasis on the novel.

SPAN5283 Nineteenth Century Drama and Poetry (IR) From Romanticism to the Generation of 1898.

SPAN5343 Advanced Survey of Spanish Literature Since 1898 (IR) intensive survey of the literature of Spain from the Generation of 1898 to the present. Prerequisite: graduate standing.

SPAN5363 Spanish American Literature (1492-1900) (IR) Representative of works of Spanish American prose and poetry, including selections from indigenous literatures, the {cron'icas{, and colonial literature up to the movement of {modemismo{.

SPAN5383 Twentieth Century Spanish American Poetry (IR) From the development of modernism to the present day.

SPAN5393 19th Century Spanish American Literature (FA, SP, SU) Study of representative literary works from Independence (1810) to 1900's. The course covers Neoclassicism, Romanticism, Realism/Naturalism, and Modernism and the role of literature in the nation-building process. The course will be taught in Spanish.

SPAN5403 Spanish American Theatre (FA, SP, SU) Historical examination of the theatre in Spanish America, with close analysis particularly of representative works and movements in the 20th century.

SPAN5433 Cervantes: {Don Quijote{ (IR) A close reading of Spain's greatest literary masterpiece.

SPAN5453 Cinema and Literature (IR) This course examines several Latin American and Spanish texts and their film adaptations as well as the main film making trends in the Hispanic world.

SPAN5463 20th Century Spanish American Literature (FA, SP, SU) Critical survey of major movements and outstanding and representative works in 20th century prose and poetry, from the Mexican Revolution and the avant-garde to the contemporary boom and post-boom.

SPAN5533 Mexican Literature (FA, SP, SU) An exploration of the special features and particular qualities if Mexican literature, as one of the most representative and complex of the Latin American national literatures. Includes an historical survey, but each class will focus on selected topics and issues especially in modern Mexican literature and culture.

SPAN5603 History of the Spanish Language (IR) Spanish from its origins to the present; relations between Spanish and the other romance languages.

SPAN5703 Special Topics (IR) May be offered in a subject not specifically covered by the courses otherwise listed. May be repeated for 6 hours.

SPAN575V Special Investigations (1-6) (IR) May be repeated.

SPAN5803 Seminar (IR) Seminar subjects vary from year to year. Available subjects, given as needed, include the Old Spanish Language, {Poema de mfo Cid{. Golden Age Poetry, the {Celestina{, 20th century Spanish drama, and the romances. May be repeated for 6 hours.

SPAN600V Master's Thesis (1-6) (IR)