Spanish

Course summary

Trends and issues in Hispanic society, including traditional and modern values, the Internet and gender equality. Artistic culture in the Hispanic world, including role models, regional identity and cultural heritage. Multiculturalism in Hispanic society, including immigration, racism and cultural harmony. Aspects of Political Life in the Hispanic World, political engagement, monarchy and dictatorship, and popular protest movements. Students also study a book and a film: “Como Agua Para Chocolate” (Laura Esquivel) and “Volver” (Pedro Almodóvar) respectively. They also complete an individual research project on a subject of their choosing.