AUSPA - Augustana Faculty - Spanish

Introduction to the essentials of the Spanish language designed to develop ability in speaking and writing, with a strong emphasis on the development of oral communication skills. Note: Credit may be obtained for only one of AUSPA 101 and 103.

Continuation of AUSPA 101. Prerequisite: AUSPA 101. Note: Credit may be obtained for only one of AUSPA 102 and 104.

Introduction to the Spanish language designed to develop functional oral skills and a rudimentary reading and writing ability in Spanish through class instruction, seminars, and immersion experience, including living with Spanish speakers. Corequisite: Participation in the Cuba semester abroad program. Notes: Credit may be obtained for only one of AUSPA 101 and 103.

Continuation of introduction to the Spanish language designed to develop functional oral skills and a rudimentary reading and writing ability in Spanish through class instruction, seminars, and immersion experience, including living with Spanish speakers. Prerequisite: AUSPA 101 or 103. Corequisite: Participation in the Cuba semester abroad program. Notes: Credit may be obtained for only one of AUSPA 102 and 104.

Designed to consolidate basic Spanish language skills through systematic grammar review and practice in various language skills. Prerequisite: Spanish 30 (or equivalent), AUSPA 102 or 104. Note: Credit may be obtained for only one of AUSPA 201 and 203.

Continuation of AUSPA 201. Prerequisite: AUSPA 201 or 203. Note: Credit may be obtained for only one of AUSPA 202 and 204.

Stress on oral communication through immersion, including living with native Spanish speakers. A continuation of speaking, listening, reading and writing skills and understanding Hispanic culture that was begun at the first year level of Spanish. Completion of the verb system and introduction to translation and interpretation. Prerequisite: AUSPA 102 or 104. Corequisite: Participation in the Cuba semester abroad program. Notes: Credit may be obtained for only one of AUSPA 201, 203.

A continuation of AUSPA 203. Stress on oral communication through immersion, including living with native Spanish speakers. A continuation of speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills and understanding Hispanic culture that was begun at the first year level of Spanish. Completion of the verb system and introduction to translation and interpretation. Prerequisite: AUSPA 201 or 203. Corequisite: Participation in the Cuba semester abroad program. Notes: Credit may be obtained for only one of AUSPA 202, and 204.

By working in a Latin American country in projects dealing with such issues as health care, water aid, sustainable farming, developing co-operatives, and education, the student becomes familiar with various aspects of and integrated approach to development. Prerequisite: Consent of the selection committee. Notes: Credit may be obtained for only one of AUSPA 241, 341, AUGDS 223, 323.

This is a mandatory course for all students attending the Augustana-in-Cuba program. The course will integrate various disciplinary considerations with the student's experiences while living and studying for a semester in Cuba. Themes will include: Cuban society and culture, Cuba in a Latin American context, Cuba and the world. Notes: Credit may be obtained for only one of AUSPA 250 and AUIDS 292. The course is available only as part of the Cuba semester abroad program. Costs of the program beyond and including regular tuition are the responsibility of the student. Requires payment of additional student instructional support fees. Refer to the Tuition and Fees page in the University Regulations section of the Calendar.

Survey of Cuban state institutions, political ideas, the Organs of Popular Power, the Communist Party of Cuba, and mass organizations. Notes: Credit may be obtained for only one of AUSPA 252 and AUPOL 239. The course is available only as part of the Cuba semester abroad program.

Sociological examination of the life of women in contemporary Cuba, focusing on the experience of women within families, workplaces and education. Notes: Credit may be obtained for only one of AUSPA 253 and AUSOC 279. The course is available only as part of the Cuba semester abroad program.

Designed as the normal sequel to AUSPA 202, the course is intended to strengthen and consolidate speaking, reading, and writing skills acquired in the aforementioned courses. Prerequisite: AUSPA 202 or 204. Notes: Credit may be obtained for only one of AUSPA 301 and 303.

Designed as the normal sequel to AUSPA 301, the course is intended to strengthen and consolidate speaking, reading, and writing skills acquired in the aforementioned course. Prerequisite: AUSPA 301 or 303. Notes: Credit may be obtained for only one of AUSPA 302 and 304.

Designed to develop further the comprehension, speaking, writing and reading skills acquired in Intermediate Spanish through classroom instruction, excursions and immersion experience, including living with native Spanish speakers. Improvement in overall fluency, enhanced knowledge of Hispanic culture and review of key grammatical concepts are integral to the course. Prerequisite: AUSPA 202 or 204. Corequisite: Participation in the Cuba semester abroad program. Notes: Credit may be obtained for only one of AUSPA 301 and 303.

Continuation of AUSPA 303. Designed to develop further the comprehension, speaking, writing and reading skills acquired in Intermediate Spanish through classroom instruction, excursions and immersion experience, including living with native Spanish speakers. Improvement in overall fluency, enhanced knowledge of Hispanic culture and review of key grammatical concepts are integral to the course. Prerequisite: AUSPA 301 or 303. Corequisite: Participation in the Cuba semester abroad program. Notes: Credit may be obtained for only one of AUSPA 302 and 304.

By working in a Latin American country in projects dealing with such issues as health care, water aid, sustainable farming, developing co-operatives, and education, the student becomes familiar with various aspects of and integrated approach to development. Prerequisite: Consent of the selection committee. Notes: Credit may be obtained for only one of AUSPA 241, 341, AUGDS 223, 323.

Intensive study of a specific area of Spanish as defined by the student and supervising instructor. Prerequisites: 15 units at a senior level in Spanish, including at least 3 units at the 300 level, and consent of the instructor. Note: An Application for Individual Study must be completed and approved before registration in the course.

Intensive study of a specific area of Spanish as defined by the student and supervising instructor. Prerequisites: 15 units at a senior level in Spanish, including at least 3 units at the 300 level, and consent of the instructor. Note: An Application for Individual Study must be completed and approved before registration in the course.

Designed to develop further the comprehension, speaking, writing and reading skills acquired in Advanced Spanish through classroom instruction, excursions and immersion experience, including living with native Spanish speakers. Improvement in overall fluency, enhanced knowledge of Hispanic culture and review of key grammatical concepts are integral to the course. Prerequisite: AUSPA 302 or AUSPA 304. Corequisite: Participation in the Cuba semester abroad program.

Designed to develop further the comprehension, speaking, writing and reading skills acquired in Advanced Spanish through classroom instruction, excursions and immersion experience, including living with native Spanish speakers. Improvement in overall fluency, enhanced knowledge of Hispanic culture and review of key grammatical concepts are integral to the course. Prerequisite: AUSPA 402 or AUSPA 404. Corequisite: Participation in the Cuba semester abroad program.