Spanish

This course offers an in-depth study of the social structure of Spain, recognizing it as a specific case within the context of a broader model. That is, an analysis of the characteristics of the modern social structure system, its transformations, and the evolution of contemporary societies, with particular attention to the phenomena of wealth distribution, power, and social classes. It focuses particular attention on changes to social structure and social wealth distribution as a result of the economic crisis.

This course requires previous knowledge of the enunciation system in Spanish syntax in simple, compound, and complex sentences; form and function of the parts of the sentence; the simple and compound tenses of the indicative and the subjunctive; modal aspectual and verbal periphrases, and the imperative. The goal of the course is for students to interact efficiently and fluently with Spanish speakers in everyday academic and work contexts (CEFR B1.1 level). 

This course studies the dynamic and complex condition of Latin American societies and culture through an examination of various literary works. It explores then different characteristics, developmental phases, and trends of Iberoamerican works and authors. Topics include: discovery, encounter, or invention: Europe's vision of America; conquest, colonization, and cultural mestizaje; Baroque art: imitation, resistance, and rupture in 17th century colonial thought; Enlightenment in the colonies: the debate between faith and reason; colonial independence.

This course offers a study of Spanish language at the B1 level. Topics may include: grammar, reading and writing, listening and speaking, vocabulary development, written composition.

This course provides a historical-conceptual understanding of campesino movements in Latin America and the contexts of the geographies in which they arise. The course is guided by three key units including land, territory, and life, each of which provides a sophisticated understanding through reading theory, lecture, group work,
presentations, as well as through hands-on learning in the field with campesinos in Mexico City. 

This course offers a study of Spanish language at the A1 level. Topics may include: grammar, reading and writing, listening and speaking, vocabulary development, written composition.