Spanish Identities: A Linguistic and Cultural Journey
SPA 300.1 (3 credits)
NOT OFFERED IN FALL 2023
Prerequisite: at least four semesters of college-level Spanish or equivalent
Taught exclusively in Spanish, this 3-credit seminar is an immersion into Spanish culture and language. This seminar will offer a close-up view of the diversity of the Spanish languages spoken on the Iberian Peninsula, and their importance to Spanish regional identity. With the goal of a broad understanding of the icons of contemporary Spanish cultural identity, we will analyze topics such as popular culture and traditions, popular literature and music, and their contributions to the development of Spanish high culture, indigenous sports, traditional festivities, gastronomy in its relation to culture, craftsmanship, and the evolution of industrial cities. In-depth lectures and guided field study will be oriented toward developing your language competence in all skills (listening, speaking, reading, writing) while offering you a first-hand experience of Spanish customs, traditions, and way of life.
Students will travel to different regions of the North and East of the Iberian Peninsula.
Required for all Madrid Center & Liberal Arts at UAM program students when the Spanish university’s calendar permits
The costs for Spanish Identities are included in your program fee. During the pre-semester seminar, students receive breakfasts and some group lunches/dinners but should budget approximately $250-$350 for additional meals.
Note: The seminar schedule, itinerary, and procedures are subject to change without notice.
Faculty
The seminar is led by Maite Viñuelas, Spanish Language Section Supervisor.
Dr. Vicente Carmona teaches Spanish Language for Syracuse Madrid.