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SPA 304 - Spanish for Hispanics
A practical course in the structures of written and spoken Spanish for students with Spanish origin. The course is applied to those students who speak English but have a background in speaking Spanish at home.
Lecture
3 Credits
Offered When Needed
Department Consent Required
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SPA 305 - Advanced Spanish Composition 1
Course in advanced composition intended to develop the ability to write Spanish with facility and correctness; review of grammar, treatment of stylistics, considerable writing of free essays, translation into Spanish.
Lecture
3 Credits
Prerequisite: SPA 203 or equivalent
Offered in the Fall Semester
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SPA 306 - Advanced Spanish Composition 2
Course in advanced composition intended to develop the ability to write Spanish with facility and correctness; review of grammar, treatment of stylistics, considerable writing of free essays, translation into Spanish.
Lecture
3 Credits
Prerequisite: SPA 203 or equivalent
Offered in the Spring Semester
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SPA 307 - Advanced Conversation 1
An intensive course in Spanish conversation designed to provide the student with a practical vocabulary while developing fluency in the use of everyday Spanish. Oral reports and discussions of topics relating to general and cultural material. Three hours of class instruction per week. Prerequisite: Any 200 level SPA or equivalent.
Lecture
3 Credits
Offered in the Fall Semester
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SPA 308 - Advanced Conversation 2
An intensive course in Spanish conversation designed to provide the student with a practical vocabulary while developing fluency in the use of everyday Spanish. Oral reports and discussions of topics relating to general and cultural material. Prerequisite: any 200 SPA or equivalent.
Lecture
3 Credits
Offered in the Spring Semester
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SPA 309 - Speech Patterns of Spanish
A study of perfect patterns of intonation, pronunciation, and expressive features of contemporary spoken Spanish. Intensive practice of structural patterns of the spoken language. Conducted in Spanish.
Lecture
3 Credits
Prerequisite: SPA 203 or equivalent
Offered Spring Semester Alternate Years
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SPA 310 - Spanish Literature Origin through the 16th Century
A study of the evolution of Spanish literature from its earliest manifestations to the Baroque period; extensive reading of important authors; lectures and discussions conducted in Spanish.
Lecture
3 Credits
Prerequisite: SPA 305 , SPA 306 , SPA 307 , or SPA 308
Offered in the Fall Semester
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SPA 311 - Spanish Literature 17th to 19th Century
A study of the major trends in Spanish literature from neo-classicism through the twentieth century, including romanticism, realism, naturalism, and contemporary movements. Reading of major authors; lectures and discussions. Course conducted in Spanish.
Lecture
3 Credits
Prerequisite: SPA 305 , SPA 306 , SPA 307 , SPA 308 or SPA 310
Offered in the Spring Semester
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SPA 312 - Spanish American Literature from Pre-Columbian to the Present
A study of the major trends in Spanish literature from pre-Columbian writings through the Discovery, Baroque and Independence periods to the present day. Extensive readings of prominent authors, lectures and discussions. course conducted in Spanish.
Lecture
3 Credits
Prerequisite: SPA 305 , SPA 306 , SPA 307 or permission of dept.
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SPA 320 - Written Spanish for the Business World
Intensive practice in commercial Spanish correspondence for the business or international studies major. Develops proficiency in use of standard idiomatic written Spanish and practical business terminology.
Lecture
3 Credits
Offered in the Spring Semester
Department Consent Required
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SPA 409 - Spanish Golden Age Literature
This course is a study of major representative works from the period including narrative, poetry and drama, with particular emphasis on drama. It may include such canonical writers as Garcilaso de la Vega, Santa Teresa de Jesus, San Juan de la Cruz, Lope de Vega, Tirso de Molina, Calderon de la Barca, Quevedo and Gongora, as well as the anonymous work Vida de Lazarillo de Tormes. The works of these masters will be analyzed from a historical, ideological, socio-political and literary perspective. Course conducted in Spanish.
Lecture
3 Credits
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SPA 411 - Spanish/Latin American Cinema
This course provides an introduction to the cinema of Spain and Spanish America. The course is designed to study, among many other topics: the relationships between language and film, text and image, as well as the representation of society, culture and history. Films from Mexico, Cuba, Argentina, Spain and other countries will initiate students into discussion and readings. Students will continue with directed research into areas of interest.
Lecture
3 Credits
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SPA 412 - The History and Culture of Spain
This course is a survey of the history and culture of Spain from the earliest times to present day society. Special attention is given to the area of the Spanish Empire and to the events of the modern and contemporary periods. Cultural achievements in art (including architecture, sculpture, paintings, music, dance, folklore, etc.) are explored along with Spain’s rich heritage of popular culture and customs. Course conducted in Spanish.
Lecture
3 Credits
Offered in Alternate Years Offered in the Spring Semester
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SPA 413 - The Hispanic Heritage
A study of the Hispanic influence on the development of Latin America. The outstanding Indian Civilizations of Mexico and Peru are surveyed; the development of the present day nations is traced through the periods of discovery, conquest, colonization and independence. Particular stress is given to the current problems of these nations. Conducted in Spanish. Prerequisite: Knowledge of Spanish.
Lecture
3 Credits
Offered in Alternate Years Offered in the Spring Semester
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SPA 415 - Puerto Rican Heritage
Aspects of the civilization and traditions of the Puerto Rican culture will be discussed to help students understand social situations more fully. This course is especially designed as a service to those students who will be involved in community programs. Conducted in Spanish. Prerequisite: Knowledge of Spanish
Lecture
3 Credits
Offered in Alternate Years Offered in the Spring Semester
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SPA 416 - Contemporary Spanish Literature
An interpretation and analysis of the major authors of the contemporary period; their impact on the philosophical, social, and political climate of Spain will be considered. Course conducted in Spanish. Prerequisite: Knowledge of Spanish.
Lecture
3 Credits
Offered in Alternate Years Offered in the Spring Semester
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SPA 420 - Miguel de Cervantes: El Quijote
This course is a comprehensive and analytical study of Cervantes’ masterpiece El ingenioso hidalgo don Quijote de la Mancha. It combines a close reading of the entire original work with some informative and critical materials in light of its historical, social and literary context. Special attention will be placed on the socio-cultural aspects, characters, literary trends of the time, and richness of its language and style. Course conducted in Spanish.
Lecture
3 Credits
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SPA 426 - Contemporary Hispanic American Literature
A interpretation and analysis of the major authors of the contemporary period; their impact on the philosophical, social, and political climate of Latin America will be considered. Conducted in Spanish. Prerequisite: Knowledge of Spanish.
Lecture
3 Credits
Offered Spring Semester Alternate Years
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SPA 429 - Cervantes Theater of the Golden Age
This will be an analytical study of Cervantes’ work, giving special emphasis to his masterpiece, Don Quixote. This course deals with the Spanish theater of the Golden Age with emphasis placed on the ideological and literary currents. Conducted in Spanish. Prerequisite: Knowledge of Spanish.
Lecture
3 Credits
Offered in Alternate Years Offered in the Spring Semester
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SPA 451 - Seminar in Spanish Literature
A review of the great ideas and ideals learned in the liberal arts core curriculum in light of what has been taught in major courses, with a view to integrating for the students the two branches of their programs of studies. Readings, research and discussions of selected authors, works or genres of Spanish or Spanish-American literature.
Lecture
3 Credits
Capstone Course Offered in the Spring Semester
Department Consent Required
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SPA 453 - Independent Study
Directed research, discussion and readings in selected topics on the culture or literature of Spaniards or Spanish-Americans. Prerequisite: approval of department chair. 3 credits.
Lecture
3 Credits
Department Consent Required
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SPA 490 - Linked Internship in Spanish
A supervised work experience tied to an Iona College advanced course in Spanish that requires regular use of the Spanish language at an advanced level. The work may be in a variety of fields and may typically take place in a company, institute or other educational institution. The student will work five to six hours a week over a period of eight to ten weeks. As the internship is designed to supplement and extend the goals of the course with which it is linked, and the student is required to meet regularly with the professor of the course, write reports related to the experience, and submit a final project.
Internship
1 Credits
Prerequisite: Major or Minor in Spanish in good academic standing and nine credits (3 courses) in advanced courses in Spanish (300 or 400 level); by recommendation of the Department of Foreign Languages
Department Consent Required
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SPA 495 - Internship in Spanish
A supervised work experience tied to an Iona College advanced course in Spanish that requires regular use of the Spanish language at an advanced level. The work may be in a variety of fields and may typically take place in a company, institute or other educational institution. The student intern is required to meet regularly with an internship advisor from the full-time faculty in Spanish, write reports related to the experience and submit a final project.
Internship
3 Credits
Prerequisite: Major or Minor in Spanish in good academic standing and nine credits (3 courses) in advanced courses in Spanish (300 or 400 level); by recommendation of the Department of Foreign Languages
Department Consent Required
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