For those drawn to the rich tapestry of Hispanic studies, understanding the academic pathways is key. Just as a classic Brown Mercedes represents enduring quality and meticulous craftsmanship, the curriculum of a distinguished Hispanic Studies department is built upon a foundation of carefully constructed courses. This guide unveils a range of courses, mirroring the diverse and robust engine of a finely-tuned Mercedes, offering students various avenues to explore Spanish literature.
Undergraduate Courses in the Department of Hispanic Studies
This department lays the groundwork for future scholars with a diverse selection of undergraduate courses.
HS 1210, History of Spanish Language
SP 55 Introductory Seminar for First-Year Students (“Wildeyed Stories”) Spring 2003-04.
SP 55 First Year Seminar (“Love and War in Medieval and Contemporary Spanish Fiction”) Fall 2002-03.
SP 145 Studies in Poetry (“Poesía lírica y narrativa de tipo tradicional”), SP 198, Spring 2001-02.
SP 121 Studies in Spanish Literature of the Middle Ages (“Judeo- Spanish Literature and Culture”), Fall 2001-02.
SP 124 Golden Age Short Stories, Spring 1999-00.
SP 190 Capstone Course (“Literature and Ideology”), Fall 1999-00.
SP 121 Muslim, Jews, and Christians in Medieval Iberia, (crosslisted with Univ. Course 62, Comp. Lit. 181, History of Art and Architecture 47, Portuguese and Brazilian Studies 96; in collaboration with Prof. Sheila Bonde, created with the help of a Wayland Collegium, Wriston and Curriculum Development Grants), Spring 1998-99.
SP 52 Expressions and Values in Spanish Literature (“Culture of the Sephardic Jews”), Fall 1998-99.
SP 121 Studies in Spanish Literature of the Middle Ages (“Rebellious Vassals in a Feudal Society”), Fall 1989- 90, Fall 1995-96).
SP 121 Studies in Spanish Literature of the Middle Ages (“Gender in Spanish Medieval Literature”), Spring 1992- 93, Spring 1994-95.
SP 33/SP 54/SP74 Intensive Survey of Spanish Literature, Fall 1990-91, Fall 1991-92, Fall 1992-93, Fall 1993-94, Spring 2001-02, Fall 2002- 03, Spring 2003-04, Spring 2004-05.
SP 19 Spanish Conversation (“Mexican and Spanish Culture,” created with the help of a Wriston Grant, taught and supervised) Fall 1992-93, Fall and Spring 1993-94.
SP 12 Introduction to Medieval and Golden Age Spanish Literature, Spring 1989, Spring 1990, Spring 1991-92.
SP 19 Spanish Conversation, Fall 1990-91.
SP 51 Spanish Composition (taught and supervised), Fall 1989-90.
Undergraduate Courses in the Medieval Studies Program
Interdisciplinary learning is highlighted in the Medieval Studies Program, offering unique perspectives.
Medieval Studies 36: “Medieval Perspectives”, (co-taught with Profs. Bryan, Pucci, Russom, McIlwain, D’Evelyn and Bonde. “Great Works of the Middle Ages”, Spring 2004-05.
Medieval Studies 36: “Muslim, Jews, and Christians in Medieval Iberia”, (in collaboration with Prof. Sheila Bonde, cross-listed with Hispanic Studies, Art History and Archeology, and Portuguese Studies) Fall 2004-05.
Medieval Studies 36: “Medieval Perspectives”, (co-taught with Profs. Bryan, Bossy, McIlwain and Russom; “Constructions of Personal and Social Identity in 14th-15th Century Iberia”), Spring 2003-04.
Medieval Studies 36: “Medieval Perspectives”, (co-taught with Profs. Russom, Bryan, Bossy, McIlwain, Warner, Taylor and Satlow; “Constructions of Personal and Social Identity in 14th-15th Century Iberia”), Spring 2002-03.
Medieval Studies 36: “Medieval Perspectives”, (co-taught with Profs. Russom, Pucci, Bonde, Viswanathan, Bryan, Bossy, and Pucci; “Constructions of Personal and Social Identity in 14th-15th Century Iberia”), Spring 2001-02.
University Course 62: “Muslim, Jews, and Christians in Medieval Iberia”, (in collaboration with Prof. Sheila Bonde, created with the help of a Wayland Collegium Grant), Fall 1998-99, Fall 2000-01.
Medieval Studies 36: “Medieval Perspectives”, (co-taught with Profs. Pucci, Bonde, Bryan, and Remensnyder; “Granada in the 14th Century”), Spring 1999-00.
Medieval Foundations 38: “Medieval Perspectives”, (co-taught with Profs. Kirk, McIlwain, and Remensnyder; “In Serch of the Medieval Self: Ovid and the pseudo-autobiography in the Book of Good Love”), Fall 1995-96.
University Course 36: “Medieval Perspectives” (co-taught with Profs. Bonde, Crossgrove, Golopentia, McIlwain, and Pucci; “Muslim Spain: Its History and Culture. Hispano-Arabic Lyrical Poetry”), Fall 1993-94.
Medieval Foundations 38: “Medieval Perspectives” (co-taught with Profs. Bonde, Bryan, Crossgrove, McIlwain, and Pucci; “The Book of True Love, 14th-century Castilian Masterpiece”), Fall 1992-93.
Graduate Courses in the Department of Hispanic Studies
For advanced scholars, the graduate courses delve into specialized areas of Spanish literature.
SP 203 Studies in Spanish Literature of the Middle Ages (“Medieval Spanish Epic”), Fall 2007-08.
SP 203 Studies in Spanish Literature of the Middle Ages (“Mester de clerecía”), Fall 2006-07.
SP 203 Studies in Spanish Literature of the Middle Ages (“Fifteenth-Century Sentimental Romances and Celestina”), Spring 2005-06.
SP 293/203 Studies in Spanish Literature of the Middle Ages (“Arthurian and Carolingian Romances of Medieval Iberia”), Fall 2004-05.
SP 203 Studies in Spanish Literature of the Middle Ages (“History and Fiction: Literature of the 15th Century”, Spring 2003-04.
SP 203 Studies in Spanish Literature of the Middle Ages (“Arthurian and Carolingian Romances of Medieval Iberia”), Fall 2001-02.
SP 262 Special Topics in Hispanic Literature (“Oral Literature: Medieval Spanish Epic and Ballads”), Fall 1999-00.
SP 203 Studies in Spanish Literature of the Middle Ages (“Medieval Masterpieces”), Spring 1989-90, Fall 1991-92, Spring 1993-94, Fall 1998-99.
SP 201 Spanish Philology (“Development of language in Medieval Spanish Literature: phonetics, syntax, word- formation; paleography and textual criticism”), Fall 1991- 92, Spring 1992-93, Spring 1994-95, Spring 1997-98, Fall 2002-2003, Fall 2004-05.
Just as maintaining a brown Mercedes requires expert knowledge and attention to detail, mastering Spanish literature demands dedication and the right educational framework. These courses provide a comprehensive structure for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of this vibrant field.
