SPST-250 Women Span Civil War (4 Credits)
(PL, G) This course focuses on the analysis of best-selling novels of historical fiction about the Spanish Civil War written by Spanish women. Despite the Spanish government\'s granting of amnesty to abusers of human rights and its enforcement of a culture of silence since the late 1970s, the trauma of this period is still fresh in the minds of many Spaniards today. Course examines how women writers remember, forget, reimagine, and reconfigure this painful history. Special attention will be paid to the social constructions of gender and sexuality and the unique experiences of women in this period. Course is intended for students with little to no background in Spanish history and literature. No knowledge of Spanish is required. All texts will be read in English translation. Does not count toward the major/minor in Spanish.
SPST-251 Latino/a Culture in US (4 Credits)
(PL) Exploration of major themes and issues around Latino/a cultural production including fiction, memoirs, essays, films, and music. This course will consider interaction between individuals and social groups as they reflect on and give meaning to the concept of Latinidad in the United States. No knowledge of Spanish is required. All texts will be read in English translation. Does not count toward the major/minor in Spanish.
SPST-344 Camino de Santiago (4 Credits)
(PH, G) This course gives students a broad understanding of the Camino de Santiago (Way of St. James), from its origins to its contemporary reality. We will begin with the history and purpose of pilgrimage rites in the Christian tradition, before learning about the particular history of the Camino de Santiago. A large portion of the course will be dedicated to analyzing literary and film representations of the Camino. Students will develop understanding of critical language relating to literary and cultural analysis, as they evaluate how various pilgrims make meaning of their experiences through narrative. They will be expected to deploy this critical language in oral and written expression as they engage with assigned materials. Course includes both reflective and investigative assignments. Does not count toward the major/minor in Spanish.