SPAN 320 - Spanish Culture and Civilization | 2024-2025

Conducted entirely in Spanish, this course uses an historical approach to examine society and culture in Spain. Various aspects of Spanish culture and society are discussed: literary works, art, politics, religion, sports, customs, and current events. Cultural readings, newspaper and magazine articles, videos, and websites are used to stimulate discussion, add insight and knowledge, and develop the capabilities of the oral language.

SPAN 310 - Latin American Culture and Civilization | 2024-2025

This course paints a broad picture of society and culture in Latin America. Various aspects of culture are discussed, including topics such as history, art, politics, religion, sports, customs, and current events in the Hispanic world. Cultural readings, videos, and websites are used to stimulate discussion, add insight and knowledge, and develop the capabilities of the oral language. Conducted entirely in Spanish.

SOCS 383 - Social Data Analysis | 2024-2025

Social scientists greatly benefit from the use of statistical analyses in their respective disciplines. Through a comprehensive investigation of data description; drawing statistical inference; testing the significance of differences and relationships and modeling predictive relationships students will develop a quantitative and computational inquiry. Discipline specific experiential learning modules will be employed where appropriate.