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Catalog 258
Spanish
MAJOR, MINOR
PROFESSOR:
Daniel Murphy
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR:
Alison Ridley
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR:
Elda Stanco
ADJUNCT LECTURER:
Nitza Fern�ndez-Plaski
LANGUAGE ASSISTANT:
Magdalena Buldrini
What can you do with a Spanish major?
The Spanish major at Hollins gives students a full experience in all aspects of
Hispanic language, culture, and literature. A Spanish major will be able to express
herself articulately in oral and written Spanish, understand and appreciate the
cultures and values of the Spanish-speaking world, and exhibit strong analytical skills.
Hollins Spanish majors are prepared for careers in a variety of fields, such as
business, marketing, government, international relations, and education. They also
have the solid academic background necessary for graduate studies in different
areas of Hispanic studies. Our faculty members offer a diverse curriculum in
language, literature, and civilizations, as well as business and special topics.
During Short Term many majors and minors work in internships, travel abroad,
or undertake independent studies.
Most Spanish majors study abroad for at least one semester. Hollins has a
program at the Universidad de Las Am�ricas in Puebla, M�xico (see pages 1920),
and through the Center for Cross-Cultural Study in C�rdoba, Argentina (see page 16),
and in Seville and Alicante, Spain (see page 21). These programs offer students a
wide variety of courses in literature, culture, political science, international relations,
business, and history. Internships may be arranged at the C�rdoba and Seville sites.
SPANISH HOUSE AND SPANISH CLUB
La Casa Hisp�nica is a residence for students interested in Spanish and in
Hispanic cultures. Through the Fulbright Program, a native Spanish speaker comes
every year to Hollins to live in La Casa and to teach conversation skills to the
language students. This graduate student, an invaluable cultural resource,
facilitates communication in Spanish and assists students in learning Hispanic
cultural values.
The Spanish Club organizes and sponsors on-campus events such as film
festivals, tertulias, and tapas nights. Membership is open to all hispanophiles on
campus.
REQUIREMENTS FOR A MAJOR IN SPANISH:
8 courses (32 credits) above the 100 level

SPAN 236: Spanish Culture and Civilization (4) or
SPAN 238: Latin-American Culture and Civilization (4) SPAN 251: Survey of Spanish Literature I (4) SPAN 252: Survey of Spanish Literature II (4) or
SPAN 266: Survey of Latin-American Literature (4) Minimum of four 300 - or 400-level courses (16) One Spanish elective (4)
REQUIREMENTS FOR A MINOR IN SPANISH:
6 courses (24 credits) above the 100 level

SPAN 251: Survey of Spanish Literature I (4) SPAN 252: Survey of Spanish Literature II (4) or
SPAN 266: Survey of Latin-American Literature (4) 259 At least two 300 or 400 level courses (8) Two electives at the 200, 300, or 400 level (8)
A language test given before fall orientation determines placement in Spanish
courses. Qualified first-year students may take courses at the 200 level or
above.
It is recommended that students round out the Spanish major with
complementary courses in areas such as art, history, economics, business,
and non-Hispanic languages and literatures.
All majors must take at least one 300- or 400-level course during the
senior year. 300-level literature courses and SPAN 470 may be taken more
than once for credit, provided the content is different. Only independent
studies approved by the chair of the modern languages department will count
toward the major or minor.
Senior majors will demonstrate that they have achieved these three goals
in one of the following ways: 1) by completing the Senior Seminar; 2) by writing
and defending a senior thesis; or, 3) by discussing a paper written for a 300-
level class in an exit interview in the spring of the senior year.
COURSES IN SPANISH:
SPAN 101, 102: ELEMENTARY SPANISH (4, 4)
Fern�ndez-Plaski, Stanco
This yearlong course is an introduction to conversational Spanish, Hispanic
cultures, writing, and grammar. In addition to three hours per week in class,
students practice conversational skills for one hour each week with the
language assistant. No previous Spanish required. Fulfills the language
requirement for those who have previously studied a language other than
Spanish. Offered both terms. (LAN)
SPAN 111, 112: INTERMEDIATE SPANISH (4, 4)
Murphy
This yearlong course is a review of grammar, an expansion of verbal and writing
skills and includes reading of literary selections. In addition to three hours per
week in class, students practice conversational skills for one hour per week with
the language assistant. Fulfills the language requirement for those who have
previously studied Spanish. Prerequisite: placement exam or SPAN 101 and
SPAN 102 or permission. Offered both terms. (LAN)
SPAN 121: ACCELERATED INTERMEDIATE SPANISH (4)
Stanco
This course is a review of grammar, an expansion of verbal and writing skills,
and includes reading of literary selections. In addition to three hours per week
in class, students practice conversational skills for one hour per week with the
language assistant. Fulfills the language requirement for those who have
previously studied Spanish. Prerequisite: placement exam or excellent
performance in SPAN 101 and SPAN 102 or permission. Offered Term 1. (LAN)
SPAN 231: CONVERSATION AND COMPOSITION (4)
Murphy
Focus on writing and speaking skills at an advanced level. Hispanic culture
will be highlighted in course materials, student presentations, and writing
assignments. In addition to three hours per week in class, students practice
conversational skills for one hour per week with the language assistant.
Prerequisite: placement exam or SPAN 112 or SPAN 121 or permission.
Offered Term 2. (o, GLO)
SPAN 236: SPANISH CULTURE AND CIVILIZATION (4)
Murphy
An introduction to the geography, history, art, literature, and society of Spain.
Student research will result in two brief papers and two oral presentations. Quizzes are also given. Prerequisite: placement exam or SPAN 112 or SPAN
121 or permission. Offered Term 1. (o, MOD)
SPAN 238: LATIN AMERICAN CULTURE AND CIVILIZATION (4)
Stanco
An introduction to the geography, history, and art of Latin America, as well as
an overview of its social, political, and economic importance. Student research
results in one substantial oral presentation, several short presentations, and a
final project. Prerequisite: placement exam or SPAN 112 or SPAN 121 or
permission. Not offered in 2008 09. (o, Q, GLO)
SPAN 250: SPECIAL TOPIC (4)
Department
Not offered in 2008 09.
SPAN 251: SURVEY OF SPANISH LITERATURE I (4)
Ridley
A study of major literary works and authors from the 11th through the 17th
centuries. Representative works include El poema de M�o Cid, El libro de
buen amor, La Celestina, Lazarillo de Tormes and Don Quijote. Prerequisite:
placement exam or SPAN 112 or SPAN 121 or permission. Offered Term 1. (ANC)
SPAN 252: SURVEY OF SPANISH LITERATURE II (4)
Murphy
A study of major literary works and authors from the 19th century to the present.
Representative authors include Espronceda, B�cquer, Gald�s, Unamuno, and
Garc�a Lorca. Prerequisite: placement exam or SPAN 112 or SPAN 121 or
permission. Offered Term 2. (MOD)
SPAN 266: SURVEY OF LATIN AMERICAN LITERATURE (4)
Stanco
Readings from the colonial period through the present. Representative authors
include Sor Juana In�s de la Cruz, Echeverr�a, Mart�, Dar�o, Rulfo, Borges, and
Cort�zar. Prerequisite: placement exam or SPAN 112 or SPAN 121 or
permission. Not offered in 200809. (MOD)
SPAN 290: INDEPENDENT STUDY (2 or 4)
Department
Independent study conducted below the advanced level. Application must be
made with faculty prior to registration. Offered any term.
SPAN 305: MEDIEVAL SPANISH LITERATURE (4)
Department
Spanish prose and poetry to 1500. Included are ballads, epic poetry, religious
and secular works. Prerequisite: 200-level survey course or permission. Not
offered in 200809.
SPAN 306: SPANISH LITERATURE OF THE GOLDEN AGE (4)
Murphy
The focus of this years course is the poetry of some of the most brilliant
poets of 16th- and 17th-century Spain. Included are Garcilaso de la Vega, San
Juan de la Cruz, Luis de G�ngora, and Francisco de Quevedo. The work of
these and other writers will be examined against the historical and aesthetic
backdrop of the period. Prerequisite: 200-level survey course or permission.
Offered Term 1.
SPAN 346: 20TH-CENTURY S