The list below offers a representative sample of the courses you can expect in the study of Hispanic studies at DePauw. From theoretical foundations to practical experiences, these courses provide a full range of educational opportunities at various levels of mastery. For more information about current course offerings or registration details, please consult the Office of the Registrar.
Introduction to the Spanish language with emphasis on the development of speaking, listening, reading and writing skills. Emphasis on Spanish-speaking cultures and communication in authentic contexts. HISP 131 is open only to beginners in Spanish or those with two years or less of high school Spanish.
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Continued introduction to the Spanish language with emphasis on the development of speaking, listening, reading and writing skills. Emphasis on Spanish-speaking cultures and communication in authentic contexts.
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Intensive study of the Spanish language with emphasis on the development of speaking, listening, reading and writing skills. Emphasis on Spanish-speaking cultures and communication in authentic contexts. This course is designed for those students who seek more immediate entry into higher levels.
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Credit for students earning advanced placement in Spanish.
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A seminar focused on a theme related to Hispanic Studies. Open only to first-year students.
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Further development of reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills through focused topics of the Spanish-speaking world, such as identity and memory, borders and immigration, social movements and revolution, and multilingualism. While students in this course develop these multiple proficiencies, it primarily utilizes formats and approaches to language instruction that especially prepare students for HISP 330. It features multiple presentation assignments and grammatical instruction in the service of aural comprehension and oral proficiencies. Prerequisite: HISP 132 or HISP 140 or qualifying score on the placement test. Students may take this course prior to or after HISP 232.
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HISP 132 or HISP 140 or qualifying score on the placement test
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Further development of reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills through focused topics of the Spanish-speaking world, such as identity and memory, borders and immigration, social movements and revolution, and multilingualism. While students in this course develop these multiple proficiencies, it primarily utilizes formats and approaches to language instruction that especially prepare students for HISP 332. It features multiple writing assignments and grammatical instruction in the service of reading comprehension and writing proficiencies. Prerequisite: HISP 132 or HISP 140 or qualifying score on the placement test. Students may take this course prior to or after HISP 231. Students who qualify for the 200 level via placement exam and/or departmental guidance need not take HISP 231 before taking this course.
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HISP 132 or HISP 140 or qualifying score on the placement test
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(may be cross-listed with LACS 290) Course on social, political, and cultural topics of the Spanish-speaking world. May be co-taught, on a special topic, and/or taught in English. No prerequisites. May also count as a cognate class toward the Hispanic Studies Major and toward the minors in Latin American and Caribbean Studies and/or World Literature. If offered, Hispanic Studies majors may engage optional Spanish language content for additional .5 credit toward the major. This may involve collaborating with other institutions via virtual conversation or online discussion, reading Spanish texts, and completing Spanish language writing exercises. May be repeated for credit with a different topic. May count towards language proficiency requirement of Hispanic Studies Major. Prerequisite HISP 232 or equivalent.
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Emphasis on oral registers and speaking practice, including debates, tertulias, charlas,and the language of popular movements. Prerequisite: Successful completion of HISP 231 and HISP 232 or qualifying grade on the Spanish placement test. Students with recent foreign residence in a Spanish-speaking country must consult with the director of the program before registering for HISP 330.
Global Learning-or-Language
Sucessful completion of HISP 231 and HISP 232 or qualifying grade on the Spanish placement test
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Advanced reading and writing strategies, including grammar review and composition, for entry into the advanced curriculum. Students read from a variety of representative texts of multiple registers from the Spanish-speaking world. Open to students from all language learning backgrounds.
NOTE: Students may not earn major/ minor credit for both HISP 332 and HISP 333. Prerequisite: Successful completion of HISP 231 and HISP 232 or qualifying grade on the placement test.
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Successful completion of HISP 231 and HISP 232 or qualifying grade on the placement test
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Designed for students who grew up using Spanish with their families and/or communities, but who received the majority of K-12 education in English. Emphasis on advanced reading and writing strategies and differentiation between written and oral registers of Spanish through discussion of key issues affecting the Latinx community and civic engagement. A focus on Spanish as a national language in the U.S. and the deconstruction of myths based on power and privilege associated with being Latino in the U.S. Topics vary by semester, but may include immigration, identity construction, bilingualism, literature, or popular culture.
NOTE: Students may not earn major/ minor credit for both HISP 332 and HISP 333. Prerequisite: Successful completion of HISP 231 and HISP 232 or qualifying grade on the placement test.
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Successful completion of HISP 231 and HISP 232 or qualifying grade on the placement test
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Significant authors and texts from throughout the Spanish-speaking world. Prerequisite: HISP 332 or HISP 333.
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HISP 332 or HISP 333
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A study of the history, geography, art, intellectual currents and social developments of Latin America. Prerequisite: HISP 330, HISP 332, or HISP 333, or permission of instructor.
Arts and Humanities-or-Global Learning
HISP 330, HISP 332, or HISP 333, or permission of instructor
1 course
A study of the history, geography, art, intellectual currents and social developments of Spain. Prerequisite: HISP 330, HISP 332, or HISP 333 or permission of instructor.
Arts and Humanities
HISP 330, HISP 332, or HISP 333 or permission of instructor
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This course focuses on economics and business practices in the Spanish-speaking world. Its goals are to familiarize students with the basic institutions (banking, stock market), with how corporations are organized and how they function (administrative structure, secretarial, marketing, sales, etc.), and with certain socio-cultural aspects of the workplace (executive behavior, management-labor relations, gender issues). Required work includes readings, tests, essays, and oral presentations. Prerequisite: HISP 330, HISP 332, HISP 333 or permission of instructor.
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HISP 330, HISP 332, HISP 333 or permission of instructor
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Study of topics, such as literary periods, genres, movements or themes, areas of civilization, linguistics or oral interpretation. Prerequisite: HISP 332 or HISP 333 or permission of instructor. May be repeated for credit with different topics.
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HISP 332 or HISP 333 or permission of instructor
1/2-1 course
Courses on specific topics, such as culture, literary movements or genres, linguistics or film. May address multiple areas, such as a course on European literature or culture. Taught in English. May be repeated for credit with different topics.
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An opportunity to write prose in different styles and registers of Spanish with emphasis on articles, essays, and short stories. Students learn relevant research methods and presentation formats, and produce a final portfolio. Representative readings for analysis and discussion. Prerequisite: HISP 332 or HISP 333.
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HISP 332 or HISP 333
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Selections from important authors of Spain. Prerequisite: HISP 335 or permission of instructor.
Arts and Humanities
HISP 335 or permission of instructor
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Selections from important authors of Spanish America. Prerequisite: HISP 335 or permission of instructor.
Arts and Humanities
HISP 335 or permission of instructor
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A detailed study of an author, genre, theme, or principal movement of Hispanic literature or civilization. Students will produce long-form research projects as a capstone to the major. Open only to senior Spanish majors.
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Open to advanced students in Spanish with permission of chair. May be repeated for credit.
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1/2-1 course
Open to advanced students in Spanish with permission of chair. May be repeated for credit.
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1/2-1 course
Leveraging the resources of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, the Hispanic studies major and minor at DePauw are interdisciplinary programs that integrate the expertise of multiple departments to develop the knowledge and skills needed to excel in a rapidly changing world.
