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Your search for courses · during 25FA, 26WI, 26SP · tagged with SPAN Peninsular Literature · returned 6 results
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SPAN 213 Madrid Program: Pragmatics and Conversation in Context 3 credits
Pragmatics entails the relationship between language and context. This subfield of linguistics can help us become more aware and critical of what we say, whether it be in our native language or a second language. After reviewing some basic theoretical components, students will use their experiences in Spain as a ālaboratoryā to reflect on their own interactions and observations during their daily lives abroad. Although the concepts covered are applicable to any language, this class focuses primarily on Spanish, often contrasted with cultural and linguistic differences in English regarding conversational styles, speech acts, politeness and verbal interaction in general.
Requires participation in OCS Program: Spanish Studies in Madrid
- Fall 2025
- No Exploration WR2 Writing Requirement 2
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Acceptance in the Spanish Studies in Madrid Program and student has completed the following course(s): SPAN 205 or a higher course with a grade of C- or better.
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SPAN 255 Beyond the Verse: Spain’s Evolving Poetry 6 credits
This course provides students with a background in 20th- and 21st-century Spanish poetry. It explores selected works from Spainās lyrical canon as well as more contemporary forms of poetry to identify and discuss themes, structure, rhythm, and metrics, as well as literary techniques. Furthermore, they will be able to identify, interpret, and analyze the movements, generations, styles, and themes of Spanish lyrical production as they learn about the history and social events that transformed the country. Some authors will include Lorca, Cernuda, Gil de Biedma, Fuertes among others.
- Winter 2026
- IS, International Studies LA, Literary/Artistic Analysis
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Student has completed any of the following course(s): One SPAN numbered 204 or higher with a grade of C- or better or received a score of 4 or better on the Spanish Literature AP exam or received a score of 4 or better on the Spanish Language AP exam or received a score of 6 or better on the Spanish IB exam or received a score of 205 on the Carleton Spanish Placement exam.
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SPAN 255.01 Winter 2026
- Faculty:David Delgado Lopez š« š¤
- Size:20
- M, WLanguage & Dining Center 205 12:30pm-1:40pm
- FLanguage & Dining Center 205 1:10pm-2:10pm
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SPAN 301 Greek and Christian Tragedy 6 credits
This course is a comparative study of classical and Christian tragedy from Sophocles to Valle Ā InclĆ”n and from Aristotle to Nietzsche. Classes alternate between lectures and group discussions. Course requisites include a midterm exam and a final paper. All readings are in Spanish, Sophocles and Aristotle included.
Extra time
- Fall 2025
- IS, International Studies LA, Literary/Artistic Analysis
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Student has completed any of the following course(s): One SPAN course numbered 205 or higher excluding Independent Studies with a grade of C- or better.
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SPAN 320 Death and Dying Under Capitalism: An Ecological and Humanistic Perspective 6 credits
Within the capitalist system, the concept of dying well (Ars moriendi) has progressively lost its collective sense and meaning, relegated instead to the realm of individual responsibility. Simultaneously, the notion of a dignified death has ceased to be an inalienable right for all individuals, becoming contingent upon inherited privileges and access to private resources. Death, transformed into a taboo, coexists with an apocalyptic culture and a state of eco-anxiety stemming from ecological crises and the looming extinction of numerous species, potentially including humans. Some of our guiding questions will be: What implications does dying under capitalist conditions entail? Can cultural representation do more than merely comply with, comment or oppose these scenarios? Our exploration will encompass a diverse array of texts, films, and workshops featuring various guest speakers.
- Spring 2026
- HI, Humanistic Inquiry IS, International Studies
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Student has completed any of the following course(s): One SPAN course numbered 205 or higher excluding Independent Studies with a grade of C- or better.
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SPAN 320.01 Spring 2026
- Faculty:Palmar Ćlvarez-Blanco š« š¤
- Size:25
- M, WWeitz Center 233 11:10am-12:20pm
- FWeitz Center 233 12:00pm-1:00pm
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SPAN 340 Madrid Program: From Urban Planning to Climate Action (1939 to the present) 6 credits
The management and planning of urban areas, in the context of the current climate crisis, have become the major challenge facing contemporary cities. Similarly, other problems such as tourist gentrification and socio-spatial segregation are increasing. In this course, we will explore the transformations experienced by Madrid, in its adaptation to political, social, and economic change from 1939 onwards. We will pay special attention to the development of urban planning and mobility policies that focus on ecological sustainability and social well-being. The course is a combination of theoretical and practical classes, including tours and visits to places of interest.
- Fall 2025
- IS, International Studies No Exploration
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Acceptance in the Spanish Studies in Madrid Program and student has completed the following course(s): SPAN 205 or a higher course with a grade of C- or better.
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SPAN 347 Madrid Program: Welcome to the Spanish Revolution. From the “Spanish Miracle” to the “Indignant Movement” (1940-2021) 6 credits
The 'Spanish economic miracle' refers to the period of accelerated economic growth in Francoist Spain from 1959 to 1973. This unprecedented economic expansion laid the groundwork for the rapid development of a capitalist system within a dictatorship, resulting in a profound transformation of Spanish social structure. This course will analyze the underlying factors that supported this structural transformation, the subsequent 2008 financial crisis, theĀ IndignadosĀ Movement and the rise of the Commonsāa system promoting equitable and sustainable life for all. This course features engaging workshops with expert guest speakers, exciting travel opportunities, and meaningful interactions with diverse social collectives.
Requires participation in OCS Program: Spanish Studies in Madrid
- Fall 2025
- IS, International Studies SI, Social Inquiry WR2 Writing Requirement 2
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Acceptance in the Spanish Studies in Madrid Program and student has completed the following course(s): SPAN 205 or a higher course with a grade of C- or better.