| SPN 1100: Elementary Spanish (1-5) Offerings |
| Study Abroad. |
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| SPN 1101: Elementary Spanish I (5) Offerings |
| Develops skill in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing the Spanish language. Investigates Spanish culture and its relationship to the language. |
| Attributes:Foreign Language Comp
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| SPN 1102: Elementary Spanish II (5) Offerings |
| Prerequisite: SPN 1101 or equivalent. Develops skill in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing the Spanish language. Investigates Spanish culture and its relationship to the language. |
| Attributes:Foreign Language Comp
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| SPN 1103: Elementary Spanish III (5) Offerings |
| Prerequisite: SPN 1102 or equivalent. Develops skill in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing the Spanish language. Investigates Spanish culture and its relationship to the language. |
| Attributes:Foreign Language Comp
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| SPN 1501: Spanish I (2-4) Offerings |
| This course is taught by the Washington Academy of Languages for credit through Seattle Pacific and is not eligible for Seattle Pacific financial aid or scholarships, though federal and state aid may apply. By the end of this session, participants will be able to function minimally in Spanish. The class is conducted almost entirely in Spanish. Material taught includes the Spanish sound system and word order, basic vocabulary, common idiomatic expressions, regular first conjugation verbs in the present tense, the use of adjectives and pronouns, and the use of comparisons. Participants will be able to engage in basic conversational situations including using greetings and introductions, asking for and giving information, telling time, counting, using the calendar, talking about the weather, giving descriptions (e.g. people and clothes), expressing feelings, and ordering food in a restaurant. In addition, they will be able to conjugate some regular verbs of the first conjugation as well as some irregular ones. Cultural information about the Hispanic world is included in each of the chapter readings covered. |
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| SPN 1502: Spanish II (4) Offerings |
| This course is taught by the Washington Academy of Languages for credit through Seattle Pacific and is not eligible for Seattle Pacific financial aid or scholarships, though federal and state aid may apply. This course begins with a review of the material covered in Spanish I. This course is a good place to start for a person who has been away from the language for awhile, but who has retained the basics of grammar, vocabulary, and fluency. Material covered in this level includes regular second and third conjugation verbs into the present tense; object pronouns; vocabulary related to such topics as sports, the house, shopping, travel, business and using the telephone. By the end of this level, participants will be able to use polite expressions properly, use more complex descriptive speech, express agreement, disagreement, and disbelief, and be able to discuss topics concerning future events and personal interests. Cultural readings are included in this course. |
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| SPN 1503: Spanish III (4) Offerings |
| This course is taught by the Washington Academy of Languages for credit through Seattle Pacific and is not eligible for Seattle Pacific financial aid or scholarships, though federal and state aid may apply. At the beginning of this level, participants are fairly articulate and able to handle many types of conversational situations with ease. This course offers extensive work with the simple past and the imperfect tenses. By the end of this level students will be able to narrate in the past tense, talk about history and current events, discuss family life, give advice and write letters. There will be opportunities to participate in discussions and conversations, and to make observations about customs in Spanish-speaking countries. Cultural readings at this level include historical as well as contemporary insights into the Hispanic world. |
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| SPN 1504: Spanish IV (4) Offerings |
| This course is taught by the Washington Academy of Languages for credit through Seattle Pacific and is not eligible for Seattle Pacific financial aid or scholarships, though federal and state aid may apply. This course begins with a systematic review of Spanish grammar learned thus far, with concentration on specific aspects of the language. In addition, there is intensive study of idioms, article usage, and specific uses of selected tenses (including imperatives, the imperfect, present subjunctive, and reflexive verbs. Participants examine the uses of para and por, work with expressions of equality and inequality, and various sentence construction patterns. Grammar study is augmented with reading selections from literature, biography, and current events. Reading selections serve as a basis for in-class discussions and activities. This course can accommodate the interests of participants, e.g., basic business terminology. By the end of the five-week term, students will have improved their conversational fluency, have increased control of the grammar, and be able to read more advanced written selections from literature and media sources. |
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| SPN 2101: Intermediate Spanish I (5) Offerings |
| Prerequisite: SPN 1103 or equivalent (i.e., three years of Spanish in high school). A review of Spanish-language structure, with emphasis on progress toward communicative competence and growth in understanding and appreciation of the culture of the Hispanic world; introduction to literature. |
| Attributes:Arts and Humanities B
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| SPN 2102: Intermediate Spanish II (5) Offerings |
| Prerequisite: SPN 1103 or equivalent (e.g., three years of Spanish in high school). A review of Spanish language structure, with emphasis on progress toward communicative competence and growth in understanding and appreciation of the culture of the Hispanic world; introduction to literature. |
| Attributes:Arts and Humanities B
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| SPN 2103: Intermediate Spanish III (5) Offerings |
| Prerequisite: SPN 1103 or equivalent (e.g., three years of Spanish in high school). A review of Spanish language structure, with emphasis on progress toward communicative competence and growth in understanding and appreciation of the culture of the Hispanic world; introduction to literature. |
| Attributes:Arts and Humanities B
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| SPN 2501: Spanish V (4) Offerings |
| This course is taught by the Washington Academy of Languages for credit through Seattle Pacific and is not eligible for Seattle Pacific financial aid or scholarships, though federal and state aid may apply. In this level, participants continue their in-depth study of the subjunctive tense. In addition, the various future tenses are introduced. Grammar study serves as a base for discussions and debates on topics about current events, cultural subjects, or areas dictated by student interest. By the end of the five-week term, participants have increased oral fluency and listening comprehension, expanded vocabulary allowing them to be comfortable with both formal and informal discourse to a wide variety of situations, and are able to read and write more advanced material. |
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| SPN 2502: Spanish VI (4) Offerings |
| This course is taught by the Washington Academy of Languages for credit through Seattle Pacific and is not eligible for Seattle Pacific financial aid or scholarships, though federal and state aid may apply. A brief review of the material presented in previous levels is covered at the beginning of this level and then the course moves on to emphasize continued vocabulary development, pronunciation, fluency, and more advanced oral and written constructions, including the conditional tenses and further exploration and use of the subjunctive. Class discussions and activities emphasize active use of the language in different situational contexts including business/professional discussions, interviews, cultural exchanges, debates on current topics, or other areas determined by participant interest. Some country-specific vocabulary is included. In addition, participants engage in stylistic writing and read selected materials to enhance their understanding and appreciation of Spanish culture and regional politics. Instruction in basic technical reading and writing is available to accomodate student interests and needs. |
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| SPN 2503: Spanish VII (4) Offerings |
| During this course, participants will review some essential aspects of grammar already studied in previous levels, such as pronouns, adjectives, adverbs and the present tense, and at the same time learn new and more specific uses for these elements. Diverse activities will target expanding vocabulary and improving written expression in business and technological environments. Students will become familiar with media sources and will continue to broaden their knowledge of contemporary literature in Spanish-speaking countries. Conversational topics will focus on better understanding cultural traditions and current political events. Some colloquial discourse will be introduced. Please note: This course is not available for financial aid at Seattle Pacific. |
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| SPN 2504: Spanish VIII (4) Offerings |
| This course is taught by the Washington Academy of Languages for credit through Seattle Pacific and is not eligible for Seattle Pacific financial aid or scholarships, though federal and state aid may apply. A review of the past tenses is presented in this level. Oral fluency and expanded vocabulary will be emphasized through discussions, debates and presentations on diverse cultural topics, as well as current events. More advanced terminology will be introduced to accommodate the interests of participants. By the end of the course, students will also have improved their written expression and listening comprehension skills. |
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| SPN 2505: Spanish IX (4) Offerings |
| This course is taught by the Washington Academy of Languages for credit through Seattle Pacific and is not eligible for Seattle Pacific financial aid or scholarships, though federal and state aid may apply. This course includes an in-depth review of the subjunctive mood. Class activities will emphasize the use of the language in business settings, as well as in informal situations. Reading and conversational materials will include poetry, contemporary and classical prose, and technical texts. Students will become acquainted with colloquial Spanish and various dialects. |
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| SPN 3100: Advanced Spanish (1-5) Offerings |
| Study Abroad. |
| Attributes:Foreign Language Comp, Upper-Division
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| SPN 3101: Advanced Spanish (3) Offerings |
| Prerequisite: SPN 2103, instructor permission or 15 credits of intermediate Spanish. A systematic review of Spanish grammar, with attention to stylistic considerations. May be repeated for credit 2 times. |
| Attributes:Upper-Division
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| SPN 3110: Composicion y Conversacion (3) Offerings |
| Prerequisite: SPN 2103 or instructor permission, or 15 credits of Intermediate Spanish. Focuses on writing as a process through compositions of various types; e.g. description, narration, summary and review of books and other media. Uses Spanish as the language for research, lecture and discussion. May be repeated for credit 1 time. |
| Attributes:Upper-Division
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| SPN 3120: Civilizacion y Cultura (3) Offerings |
| Explores the many facets of Spanish-speaking cultures in the Iberian peninsula and Latin America from a historical perspective. Uses Spanish as the language for research, lecture and discussion. May be repeated for credit 1 time. |
| Attributes:Upper-Division
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| SPN 4000: Latin American Studies Program: Spanish Language Study (9) Offerings |
| Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Latin American Studies Program. As a Latin American Studies participant, you study Spanish not only in the classroom, but also on the street, in your home, in your service opportunity and during travel throughout Latin America. Students come to Costa Rica with varying degrees of fluency in Spanish, so LASP places you in the Spanish class that corresponds to your level of oral and written proficiency based on the placement exam and interview you will receive during orientation. You will study grammar, conversation and/or literature, based on the results of your tests. |
| Attributes:Upper-Division
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| SPN 4100: Intensive Spanish (1-5) Offerings |
| European Quarter or Salamanca program only. |
| Attributes:Upper-Division
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| SPN 4105: Literature Survey: Golden Age (3) Offerings |
| Prerequisite: SPN 3101 or equivalent. Mystics, picaresque novels, poetry and drama, studied in the context of the period. Taught in Spanish and occasionally in English. Offered alternate years. |
| Attributes:Upper-Division, Writing "W" Course
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| SPN 4401: Topics in Spanish Literature (3,5) Offerings |
| Prerequisite: SPN 3101 or equivalent. Emphasis varies from quarter to quarter. Taught in Spanish and occasionally in English. Offered alternate years. May be repeated for credit 1 time. |
| Attributes:Arts and Humanities B, Upper-Division
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| SPN 4501: Topics in Latin American Literature (3,5) Offerings |
| Prerequisite: SPN 3101 or equivalent. Emphasis varies from quarter to quarter. Taught in Spanish and occasionally in English. Offered alternate years. May be repeated for credit 1 time. |
| Attributes:Arts and Humanities B, Upper-Division
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| SPN 4899: Latin American Capstone Seminar (3) Offerings |
| This capstone course focuses on issues of language and culture related to the Latin American Studies-Spanish major. Required of all Latin American Studies-Spanish majors and recommended for minors. |
| Attributes:Upper-Division, Writing "W" Course
Restrictions:Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded. |
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| SPN 4900: Independent Study (1-10) Offerings |
| Student works independently with a faculty member on a mutually agreed upon topic. May be repeated for credit up to 15 credits. |
| Attributes:Upper-Division
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| SPN 4920: Independent Readings Spanish (1-5) Offerings |
| Independent Readings Spanish May be repeated for credit up to 10 credits. |
| Attributes:Upper-Division
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| SPN 4930: Spanish Tutorial Practicum (1-6) Offerings |
| For advanced students who wish to assist in 1000-level Spanish classes. May be repeated for credit up to 6 credits. |
| Attributes:Upper-Division
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| SPN 4940: Internship (1-10) Offerings |
| Provides opportunity for practical application of Spanish language skills. May be repeated for credit up to 10 credits. |
| Attributes:Upper-Division
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