LANG 294 is a second-year intensive course designed to achieve proficiency in Spanish. The lecture component emphasizes understanding of advanced grammatical structures and syntax, whereas the discussion is devoted to the critical analysis of authentic texts addressing issues relevant to Latino experiences in the United States. Through their interaction with the text and instructors, both in formal and informal contexts, students develop their speaking, aural comprehension, and writing skills. By the end of the term, students are able to read journalistic or academic prose with ease as well as write essays of an academic nature with a minimum of English interference.

Course Requirements:

Attendance is required both in the lectures and the discussions. Students attend co-curricular activities at least three times a week. At the end of the semester students must take the Spanish Proficiency Exam, which tests the four skills: writing, speaking, reading, and listening.

Class Format:

The course meets two hours a day, four days a week. The lecture component focuses on reviewing and expanding advanced grammatical structures. The discussion is devoted to developing speaking skills and reading skills through the critical analysis of authentic texts addressing issues relevant to Latino experiences in the United States.