Spanish

Why Study Spanish at UAA?

Spanish is widely spoken in both North and South America and is a fast-growing language in the United States. Studying Spanish will enhance your cross-cultural communication abilities and open a new world of language and culture to you. With a strong Spanish-speaking population in Anchorage, opportunities to practice your new skills are easy to find. Come learn Spanish and expand your world!

Placement

Students with previous experience in Spanish or who grew up speaking Spanish should contact Dr. Maseda or Dr. Miranda to determine the most appropriate class for their level.

La Tertulia,
Spanish Conversation Table

Join us at La Tertulia, your gateway to Spanish language and culture! A vibrant community where Spanish speakers of all levels come together to share, learn, and celebrate the richness of the Spanish-speaking world.

We meet every Friday from 2-3 PM at ADMIN 283 for lively discussions, cultural activities, opportunities to make new friends, and more. (Please note that there will be no meeting on March 1st).

Membership is open to everyone, whether you're a native speaker or just starting out. La Tertulia welcomes all interested individuals.

Courses

SPAN A101 Elementary Spanish I 4 Credits

Introductory course for students with no previous knowledge of the Spanish language. Develops listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in Spanish for effective communication at the elementary level. Students gain understanding of basic cross-cultural perspectives. Course conducted in Spanish.

Attributes: UAA Humanities GER.

SPAN A102 Elementary Spanish II 4 Credits

Continuation of introductory course. Further develops elementary listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in Spanish for effective communication. Enhances appreciation of cross-cultural perspectives. Course conducted in Spanish.

Prerequisites: SPAN A101 with a minimum grade of D.

Attributes: UAA Humanities GER.

SPAN A201 Intermediate Spanish I 4 Credits

Intermediate course for students with basic knowledge of Spanish. Enhances listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills for effective communication at the intermediate level. Students critically examine diverse cultural perspectives. Course conducted in Spanish.

Prerequisites: SPAN A102 with a minimum grade of D.

Attributes: UAA Diversity & Inclusion GER, UAA Humanities GER.

SPAN A202 Intermediate Spanish II 4 Credits

Continuation of first semester in intermediate Spanish. Further develops listening, speaking, reading, and writing proficiency for effective communication and in preparation for advanced study of Spanish. Students interpret diverse cultural perspectives. Course conducted in Spanish.

Prerequisites: SPAN A201 with a minimum grade of D.

Attributes: UAA Diversity & Inclusion GER, UAA Humanities GER.

SPAN A301 Advanced Spanish I 4 Credits

Advanced Spanish course in refining listening, speaking, reading, writing, and analytical skills for effective interaction in communicatively complex situations. Students critically analyze diverse cultural topics.
Special Note: Course conducted in Spanish.
Registration Restrictions: If prerequisite not met, students can gain entrance to course with departmental approval.

Prerequisites: SPAN A202 with a minimum grade of C.

SPAN A302 Advanced Spanish II 4 Credits

Continuation of first semester in advanced Spanish. Further refines listening, speaking, reading, writing and analytical skills for effective interaction in communicatively complex situations. Students critically analyze diverse cultural topics.
Special Note: Course conducted in Spanish.
Registration Restrictions: If prerequisite not met, students can gain entrance to course with departmental approval.

Prerequisites: SPAN A301 with a minimum grade of C.

SPAN A310 Selected Topics: Literary Trends and Traditions 3 Credits

Focuses on diverse literary traditions of multiple Spanish-speaking communities. Critical analysis applied through a variety of disciplinary methodologies (e.g. historical, cultural, artistic). Terminology is explored and developed. Enhances Spanish language skills in writing, reading, speaking, listening and cultural literacy.
Special Note: May be repeated three times for credit with a change of subtitle. Course conducted in Spanish.

Prerequisites: SPAN A302 with a minimum grade of C.

SPAN A320 Studies in Contemporary Hispanic Cultures 3 Credits

Examines contemporary Hispanic cultures through various media (printed, electronic and audiovisual). Critical analysis through a variety of disciplinary methodologies (e.g., historical, cultural, artistic); terminology also explored and developed. Additionally enhances Spanish language skills in writing, reading, speaking and listening.
Special Note: May be repeated three times for credit with change of subtitle. Course conducted in Spanish.

Prerequisites: SPAN A302 with a minimum grade of C.

SPAN A490 Selected Topics: Hispanic Culture and Civilization 3 Credits

Focuses on critical analysis of diverse artistic traditions from Spanish-speaking communities using a variety of disciplinary methodologies (e.g., historical, cultural, socio-political) and related terminology. Enhances Spanish language skills in writing, reading, speaking, listening and cross-cultural literacy.
Special Note: Course may be repeated four times for credit with a change of subtitle. Course conducted in Spanish.

Prerequisites: SPAN A302 with a minimum grade of C.

SPAN A490A Selected Topics: Studies in Hispanic Literature and Culture 3 Credits

Focuses on the intensive study of authors, literary movements, periods and genres in their historical and cultural contexts. Enhances Spanish language skills in reading, listening, writing, speaking and cultural literacy.
Special Note: May be repeated five times for credit with a change of subtitle. Course conducted in Spanish.

Prerequisites: SPAN A302 with a minimum grade of C.